"It's finally happening! I'm so excited!"
"Eh! How the hell are you excited? I feel like throwing up, man!"
"Come on, don't be such a buzzkill. We've been waiting for this moment for so long!"
The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as groups of participants gathered, their voices a mix of excitement and anxiety.
Today marked a significant moment in their lives; after this day, nothing would ever be the same. They would either emerge as victors or be haunted by the shadow of a missed opportunity.
It was not uncommon for some to fail miserably in the warrior test, never to recover from the shame and disappointment that followed.
The tension in the air was thick, a visible presence, as they awaited the instructions that would determine their fates. The moment had arrived, and they were ready to give it their all.
Luke chose a quiet corner, seeking quiet as he tried to calm his racing heart.
'Hey, system, can I check other people's status?' Luke inwardly asked. Back on Earth, he had read about systems that offered such options, but he had never tried it himself.
If he could scan others' statuses, he could gauge the difference in strength between himself and his opponents. If only he had had this ability back when he faced Nolan.
[Yes, I do have the ability to check other statuses; the host just has to focus on the person he wants to check.] The system replied in his mind.
Luke's eyes widened in surprise as he quickly accessed the option. He focused on a young man of similar age, and a display materialized in his mind, revealing detailed information about the young man's strength.
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{★ Stephan}
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- Age: 18/103
- Race: Human
- Cultivation Level: Early 1-Star Warrior
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{★ Stats}
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- Strength (Fist Power): [100 kg]
- Speed: [10.2 m/s]
- Cosmic Energy: [200] | White |
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'Wow.'
Eager to familiarize himself with this newfound ability, Luke scanned other participants nearby. Each focus brought forth a wealth of information, as if he possessed X-ray vision for abilities rather than physical traits.
Most participants hovered between the early and mid-stages of the 1-Star level, with a few reaching the late stages.
However, Luke's breath caught in his throat when he scanned a girl who appeared to be his age.
'The hell! Is that even possible?'
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{★ Liena Moonshadow}
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- Age: 17/110
- Race: Human
- Bloodline: Lunar Frost Bloodline [???]
- Cultivation Level: Peak 2-Star Warrior
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{★ Stats}
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- Strength (Fist Power): [800 kg]
- Speed: [35 m/s]
- Cosmic Energy: [4,900] | Red | [100] | Orange |
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Not only was she younger than Luke by a year, but her cultivation level was astonishing for her age.
A Peak 2-Star Warrior status was impressive enough, but she had already begun the transformation of her 2-Star Stage Cosmic Energy into 3-Star.
Once she completed this process, her strength would ascend to the 3-Star Stage; even a mere 100 units of 3-Star Cosmic Energy could allow her to unleash power that surpassed the 2-Star Stage.
Luke understood that advancing through stages required converting energy to a higher level to break through the bottleneck.
She also has a bloodline that Luke has no idea what level it was at, but it clearly helped the girl get to that level.
A mix of admiration and envy swirled within him as he regarded the girl's talent and apparent wealth.
There was no way someone could reach such heights without a formidable background.
'Does she even need to attend this test, or is she just here to show off?' Luke mused, watching her confidently stand in the center of the gathering.
She was undeniably beautiful—no, "beautiful" was an understatement.
She was breathtaking.
Her long, silvery-white hair flowed like moonlight, delicate strands catching the soft glow around her. The hair cascaded gracefully over her shoulders, adding an air of elegance and mystique to her presence.
The girl's eyes were perhaps her most striking feature—brilliant amethyst irises shimmering with an otherworldly light. Her flawless, pale skin seemed kissed by moonlight, cold to the touch.
Her delicate curves only enhanced her allure, making her stand out even more in the crowd.
Even now, several men were unable to tear their gazes away from her, drawn in by her ethereal beauty. Yet, the girl appeared oblivious to the attention, or more like she didn't care if it were of no consequence to her.
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[For the host to find someone with a bloodline in this low-level world is truly a rare and extraordinary occurrence.]
The system's voice echoed in his mind.
'Is it rare for someone to have a bloodline like hers?'
[Well, not exactly, as it all depends on the world and the place one is in.
In this particular case, if she can acquire the right resources and training, her bloodline could propel her to great heights with minimal effort.
Even without any action on her part, she could still advance beyond the 9-Star Stage.]
'What!' Luke was taken aback by the system's high appraisal of Liena.
This revelation meant that the girl before him possessed the potential of legendary heroes who had once saved the Earth during the apocalypse.
How terrifying her talent is!
'Damn it!'
Luke cursed inwardly, feeling a mix of awe and envy towards Liena's bloodline.
[Host need not feel jealous because your talent is even greater than that girl's; you have the Oblivion Nexus Body, which has the ability to make any expert in the universe die of jealousy because you possess it.]
'But what's the use if I can't even utilize it?'
[It's not the body's fault; it's the host's fault for being weak.
The host should focus on surpassing the 9-Star Stage, and then the advantages of the Oblivion Nexus Body will become apparent.]
Luke nodded, absorbing the explanation. However, the journey to such strength felt daunting.
'Well, this body better not let me down when the time comes,' he thought, determination igniting within him.
[TRING~~~]
A sudden ringtone shattered his thoughts, and Luke quickly turned his gaze toward the dojo entrance.
A muscular man stood there, his imposing physique radiating power. Luke could feel the aura of strength emanating from him, a stark reminder of how far he had to go.
As the man approached the crowd of participants, he opened his mouth to speak, his voice booming and commanding.
"Welcome, young warriors," the muscular man announced, his deep voice resonating throughout the area, his eyes scanning the crowd.
"Today is the day you can change your lives and become the warriors you were meant to be. We are here to test your skills and see if you are worthy of training at this dojo, where only the strongest and most dedicated students are accepted."
"Prepare yourselves for a series of challenges that will push you to your limits and help you grow both physically and mentally. Remember, even if you pass this test today, only the best of the best will earn the right to train here and become true warriors. The weak-hearted will not survive on this path."
The man spoke for several minutes before instructing everyone to enter the dojo when their names were called.
As the students filed into the dojo, a sense of anticipation and determination filled the air.
Each participant understood that they were about to embark on a journey that would test their strength, resilience, and perseverance.
The path to becoming a true warrior would not be easy, but they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.