[Ding! It is a brand new day. March 2nd. Time: 07:00 AM. Weather: 45*F, Sunny.]
"Yawn...", I yawned, stretching my body while hesitating to move up from the pillow. How could it be so fluffy? It was like burrowing your head into a sheepskin. I didn't want to get up, even though the next day had begun.
But did you have to word the Gamer Notification like that, System? A Brand New Day...
Man, Spiderman: Brand New Day was going to air in theaters the following month before I was brought into the MCU. It was a single month away, and now I can't watch it!
On the bright side, I get to experience the movie for myself, haha! Just a shame I don't know what the plot is, apart from those couple of short trailers. That alone was worth it. I now know Peter Parker will get organic webbing in the future. Sick.
Smiling, I decided it was time to get out of the bed. I realized I was still in the nude, and when the covers lowered, I glanced downward. Seeing my member, I grinned.
"Yep, definitely didn't get transmigrated into some weird genderbender isekai. That would have been awkward.", I said, keeping my voice to myself. Jarvis didn't need to know that. "Good morning, Jarvis."
"Good morning to you, Alex. I will honor the agreement I have made with you. You will have breakfast, lunch, and dinner served for the next week. As it began Wednesday March 1st, you will have until next Wednesday, March 8th, before you figure out your own meal arrangements.", Jarvis said, explaining the situation to me.
"Sounds good to me.", I said. "I know that you're an AI, but I do enjoy my privacy, so I'm going to freshen up and will come down for breakfast in a bit. I'm not sure when Mr. Stark will arrive today."
"Understood. And I have already received word Mr. Stark will arrive at Azure Point at 10:00AM. You have three hours of leisure time.", Jarvis answered.
"Perfect. More than enough time to go enjoy a nice, relaxing morning and goof off for a bit. What's on the menu today?", I decided to ask.
"Imported German Sausage and Sunny-Side Up Eggs.", Jarvis said. "It also includes a side of hand-picked Strawberries and a fully-cut pineapple. Do you prefer Coffee, or Tea?"
"I don't mind both, but make it Coffee. Sounds great.", I said, and smiled.
"Then I will leave you to your own devices. Enjoy your morning.", Jarvis said. And with that, I felt alone again. I knew I didn't have to worry about some random peeping, so I got out of bed, and went back into the master bathroom.
This time, I didn't use the walk-in shower. I wanted to see what this jacuzzi bath was all about. All it took was a couple of taps to go through the menu it had. I didn't know what it could do just based on voice activation alone. I saw quite an amount of bathing options to choose from, but I didn't get fancy. Tony's a lucky guy, isn't he?
Hopping in, I enjoyed some water jets hitting my back in just the right spots, making some time pass before I knew it.
I soon stepped out of the master bathroom, feeling like I could take on the world. The only major event that I really have to prepare for is the Snap, and even that is years away.
Now that I'm thinking about it, is Thanos considered a godly being? Would Soul Protection work against him? I could see that happening.
I changed back into the getup I had from yesterday, the jogging pants and hoodie. Knowing that I will likely be doing my second Instance Dungeon today, I don't want my good clothes to get ruined. The hoodie partially is already, so I think it fits the image quite well.
Plus, I'll be fighting against Zombies!
Making my way down the staircase, I yawned again. A mechanical whirl sounded nearby, and I saw the arm greeting me. It's still weird greeting this guy, but I think I am getting used to it. I turned the massive TV on to see if there was any interesting news around, but it was mostly talking about Stark Industries and projecting their goals.
Enough to put someone to sleep. Even I considered going back to bed. I had three hours so I probably could, but Jarvis already prepared breakfast for me.
There was a big island counter in the kitchen where one could either sit or stand to eat. Knowing that I am alone for a while, I am probably going to use this spot. The TV is massive, so I could see it all the way from here.
True to his word, Jarvis's home-cooked meal could be seen present before me.
Time to dig in!
It did not take long for the Gamer Notifications to come rolling in. It was quite delicious. I even dabbled some maple syrup onto the sausages. The coffee was also home-brewed. Each sip was making me more and more awake. The urge to go back into bed faded away.
[Ding! You have eaten today's breakfast.]
[Ding! Your VIT has increased by 4!]
[Ding! Your DEX has increased by 4!]
[Ding! Points Doubler has triggered.]
[Ding! Your Points Gain has doubled!]
[Ding! Your Current VIT: 37 (23).]
[Ding! Your Current DEX: 37 (23).]
[Ding! You have earned 4 EXP!]
[Ding! You have leveled up! (72 -> 80).]
[Ding! Current Level: 5.]
[Ding! You have been given 6 Points.]
[Ding! Points Doubler has triggered.]
[Ding! Your Points Gain has doubled!]
[Ding! The Skill Proficiency of Consume has increased!]
[Ding! Consume has leveled up! 2 -> 3.]
[Ding! The Boost Gain of your previous meal has worn off.]
[Ding! Your Status has been updated and is ready to view.]
...That possibility hadn't even crossed my mind before now. Are you telling me I can gain experience just by eating!? How absurd.
I did say there were multiple ways to farm my Stats, so I guess obtaining experience points is included in that.
It did not say I had to reach Level 5 to enter Zombie Street, it was just the recommended level. I have the option to enter it if my level is below that, but I don't have to worry about that anymore.
With a stuffed belly, I enjoyed some of my coffee. Might as well see my Status, so I can see where I am at. I also wanted to see what Skills I should attempt to try in Zombie Street. I'm quite curious to see how Magic works!
Is it bad that I want to hog all the experience for myself? There's so much to try out right now.
[STATUS WINDOW]
Name: Myles Alexander
Age: 18
Level: 5 (0/160)
Total EXP: 150
Location: Long Beach CA
Time: March 2nd, 2006. 08:00 AM
Weather: Partly Cloudy, 50*F
Title: Money Grubber
HP: 2,744/2,744 (1,960/1,960)
MP: 568/568 (355/355)
STR: 70 (35)
VIT: 37 (23)
DEX: 37 (23)
INT: 58 (32)
WIS: 36 (20)
LUK: 42 (21)
Boost Gain - Equipment
HP: +40%
MP: +60
STR: +100%
VIT: +60%
DEX: +60%
INT: +80%
WIS: +80%
LUK: +100%
Attack Damage: STR + Attack Power + Skill Power
Attack Power: Equipment Power
Skill Power: Skill Damage
Total Attack Power: 1870
Resistance: VIT + External Modifiers
Target Resistance: Target VIT + External Modifiers
Target Attack Power: Target STR + External Modifiers
Points: 12
Wallet: $290 USD
Fast Travel: Unlocked
-Azure Point (Long Beach, CA)
Inventory: Unlocked
-Weapon Slot: Zanpakuto - R
-Shield Slot: Zanpakuto - L
-Left Armguard: N/A
-Right Armguard: N/A
-Left Ring: N/A
-Right Ring: Ring of the Wind Spirit
-Left Pauldron: N/A
-Right Pauldron: N/A
-Left Earring: N/A
-Right Earring: Dragon Vein
-Helmet: N/A
Items:
California Driver's License
California Birth Certificate
US Passport
High School GED
Death Blade x1 (Rainbow)
Beginner's Pack (Level 5)
Large Health Potion x1
Large Mana Potion x1
Quest Log: Unlocked
-Create A Skill (1/1)
-Task 1: Generate a Skill (1/1)
-Create Instance Dungeon (1/1)
-Task 1: Create Dungeon (1/1)
-Task 2: Kill Slimes (20/20)
-Amass Funds (0/1)
-Task 1: Earn $0/$60,000 USD
Relationships: Unlocked
-Tony Stark (Acquaintance)
Field Skills:
-Soul Protection (SSS)
-Point Doubler (SSS)
-Lofty Genius (A)
-Basic Firearms Mastery (E) Lv2 (0.0%)
+11% Firearms Attack Damage
-Gathering (F) LV1 (0.0%)
-Observe (F) Lv2 (0.0%)
-Poison Resistance B Lv1 (0.0%)
-ID Creation Lv2 (0.0%)
-Slime Tunnel Level 2 Cost: 10 MP
-Zombie Street Level 5 Cost: 15 MP
-Wind Magic
-Level: N/A
-Use: 0/10,000
-Cleanse (F)
-Consume (F) - LV2 (0.0%)
Active Skills:
-Leg Sweep
Rank: F
Level: 2
Proficiency: 50.0%
Range: Medium-AOE
Cost: 6 MP
Damage: Deals 120% Skill Power.
-Quick Shot
Rank: F
Level: 2 0.0%
Proficiency: 0.0%
Range: Single Target.
Cost: 11 MP
Damage: Deals 110%, 125%, 150% Skill Power.
Special Effect: If the target dies, it moves onto the next target.
-Pummel
Rank: F
Level: 1
Proficiency: 0.0%
Range: Single Target.
Cost: 15 MP
Damage: Deals 200% Skill Power.
-Multi Shot
Rank: F
Level: 1
Proficiency: 0.0%
Range: All Targets
Cost: 8 MP
Damage: Deals 120% Skill Power.
-Wind Shackles
Rank: D
Level: N/A
Proficiency: 0/10,000
Range: Three targets, nine hits total.
Cost: 50 MP
Damage: Deals 180%, 200%, 250% Skill Power.
-Breath Of the Sun
Rank: C
Level: N/A
Proficiency: 0/10,000
Cost: 100 MP
Range: Entire Party
Damage: N/A
-Flametongue
Rank: E
Level: N/A
Proficiency: 0/10,000
Cost: 75 MP
Range: Medium-AOE
Damage: 250% Skill Power
Bruh...
My HP and MP soared just from that level up alone. These are not the Stats of what a Level 5 should be!
I see how it is working too. It is taking my base stats into effect when a level up happens. It does not take in my boosted stats I get from external modifiers like Equipment.
Honestly, I like it that way. It means I shouldn't slack on increasing my base stats. When my Equipment comes into play, it will determine how much damage I do onto my targets, and damage taken from them. It will also factor into Special Effects of the Active Skills I have, such as Breath of the Sun.
I will likely try out Wind Shackles, and Flametongue in Zombie Street. I have to use ten thousand of each, so it is going to take a while to acquire them as my own.
Feeling satisfied, I closed my Status. I know I have that Beginner Pack Level 5, but I am probably going to save it until after the Instance Dungeon is finished.
Before I closed it though, I saw the time read 10:00 AM. The morning went by in a blink of an eye as I had fun reviewing all of my gains.
Sure enough, I soon heard the ding of the golden-clad elevator open.
"Tick-tock, motherf*cker!", A familiar voice shouted from inside the elevator.
Is that you, Nick Fury?
Please don't let it be him. I'm not ready!
Seeing Tony Stark walk into the penthouse from the elevator, I let out a big sigh. And yet, the moment Tony spotted me, or rather, my current appearance, his eyes shot upward.
"I thought I gave you a change of clothes, kid.", Tony said, and didn't greet me.
"Good morning to you too, Tony.", I said, staying calm. "There's a reason why I put this back on. You of all people should know where we are heading to next. Plus, I have something interesting I want to show you too~"
Hearing that, Tony stopped walking.
"Right. Yeah. I know why we came here too.", Tony said, quick to agree with me.
"You don't have a filter on today, do you, Tony?", Another familiar voice said, quickly reaching Tony's side. It was Pepper!
An awkward-looking Happy could be seen trailing behind the two.
"I see you brought the cavalry today.", I said, smiling at them. I even spotted a hidden holster at Pepper's waist. Ain't that something?
[Ding! Observe has leveled up! 2 - > 3.]
I'm going to ignore you.
"Now that I think about it, you seem different, kid. You did something, didn't you? I see that your level has increased from four to five. You didn't go into the dungeon without me, did you?", Tony inquired.
So Tony saw that level up, huh? Even now, I haven't turned the Party off. It's still on!
Looks like even if I go to bed or become idle, the Party can remain active. This means I can keep track of everyone's progress. I don't like to intrude on someone else though, so I may turn it off after today. We'll see. If Tony can get something out of it, then I'm all for keeping it on.
Speaking of which, I didn't gain anything after sleeping in that bed. Maybe I need to do it multiple times for it to be considered a special Action?
Who knows.
For now, I nodded my head at Tony.
"One thing at a time, Tony. It is nice to see you again, Ms. Potts. Mr. Hogan.", I said, greeting the rest.
"At least someone knows his manners.", Pepper said, and greeted me with a curt nod. "Myles, was it? I do not know what you have planned with Tony, but please don't tell me you're going to head out looking like that."
"Who says we're heading out?", I said, my smile turning into a grin. "But before that, I sure do have something to show you all. To Tony, specifically. I won't go into full detail and all, but we can get loot boxes. Jarvis should have the details, if you request it of him."
"Oh I very much know about these so-called loot boxes. Sounds like you got some by defeating that boss slime. I didn't get anything, so I was curious how that turned out.", Tony replied. "Jarvis already gave me a full rundown of it. Something about acquiring swords, yeah?"
"Yep. Have a look at this.", I said, and did the same motion as I did yesterday, as embarrassing as that is. I did the same potion Deadpool does when he brings out his two blades. Shinnnggg!
"You really expect something to happen---!?", Pepper tried to say, only to have her eyes almost pop out of their sockets the moment she saw two silver-lined blades come into view, looking very sharp.
They were almost like twin swords, each designed to suit the other one. That's because they were. One boosted some Stats, while the other sword boosted the rest. It's nice how they complement one another. Reminds me of Shangri-La. Another fantastic anime that I have to wait more than a decade for to watch.
"...Are those real?", Happy questioned.
"Even I'm having a hard time believing this.", Tony said, his face being serious for once.
"As real as they can be.", I said, nodding my head. I even swung them around to show their authenticity.
"Hey!", Pepper shouted, taking a step back. "Watch where you swing those. We don't know how dangerous they are."
"You're about to find out.", I said, grinning again. "Shall I do the honors?"
This time, I looked at Tony. He seemed to have understood what I wanted to say.
"Do it."
I did the Hulk grin again. Man, I keep lining myself up for that.
Pepper couldn't even say anything before she was greeted by the Gamer System. It actually worked!
[Ding! You have been invited by Gamer Myles to join the Party.]
[Ding! Would you like to join?]