Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 #1 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Bwee Groo, Bwee Groo. Tetsuya-san. Confident and strong. He watched as the man's wild black hair danced atop his head. Both player's starting gear was red and their levels were around the same...Yet Tetsuya seemed to have a much better grasp on this world than he did. Sighing in frustration as he ran a hand through his silver hair he watched him land yet another sword skill on the wild boar that infested this open prairie. "Orrrgeah!" the brute's battle cry came, a strange gurgling 'R' sound as he struck at the pig. "See? Its not hard...You just gotta...feel it in your gut. Its almost like wielding a real sword, just set the attack and let it go." he said, sending the purple porker his way. "Gah! I'm not ready!" he shouted as the pig ran towards him. Panicking, Kai jumped to the left, tripping over his clumsy hand of controls. The pig rounded around a boulder and charged at him again. He couldn't die here. That bastard wouldn't get the satisfaction of this particular player dying. His eyes narrowed as he prepared to attack. "Squeee!" Faster and faster the pig ran, a silent swing... Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #2 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 "Squeee!!" the pig shouted, its horns battering through the attack, or rather dodging the attack and continue its charge. Crying out in surprise Kai fell back on his arse, his HP dropping by one. Sucking his teeth Tetsuya shook his head at the terrible attack. "Not like that ya idjit!" It was becoming more and more apparent where his mentor came from in the real world. Grunting and standing on his knees he readied himself again, this time he took the inititive. "Grahhhh!" he shouted, slashing at the porker. Kai: 4/5 Porker: 2/2 Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #3 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 A clean hit, Kai's sword sliced right through the hide of the beginner level monster, the blade cutting through red data, a standard squishy attack sound resonating from the blow. The pig squealed in simulated agony as it flinched, giving the newb another chance for attack. His eyes widened and a metallic taste filled his mouth as adrenaline flooded his veins, the nerve gear simulating the sensation perfectly. With a presumably final battle cry he thrust his weapon into the weakened beast. Kai: 4/5 Porker: 1/2 Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #4 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Of course, the attack was a failure. Was his earlier attack simply a fluke? The beast took note of his hesitation as the AI system worked within and blocked the blow with its tusks, tossing the sword from Kai's weak grip. "Crap..." It oinked in agreement, tackling him and sending him back a few feet. Scrambling up he ran towards his sword, the beast quick on his tail. Plucking the weapon from the ground he thrust it into the beast once more, his eyes pinched closed. Kai: 3/5 Porker: 1/2 Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #5 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Tetsuya cursed, gripping his sword as the boar made a third hit, sending Kai right into the yellow. Cursing and spitting out simulated blood, the pixilated substance breaking on contact with Aincrad's grass. The red eyes of the boar brought fear, and resolve to the young man. He couldn't die here. Isn't that what he said earlier? What was Tetsuya doing? Just watching? Was this going to be a lesson for him to learn? He gaseped as he watched who he thought was a friend walk away from him, hands shoved in his pockets. "Tch! What a waste of time. You'll die in the first month I swear..." That was quite the good luck charm. Standing shakily to his feet he readied his blade once more. If he was going to go out he was going to go out fighting. He charged the beast, it had one more Hit Point, Kai had three, he could do this! He swung the boar leaped... Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #6 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 The pig did drop an item, but he didn't have time to look at it now...The game before this...tragedy boasted that the economy of Aincrad would be a player run economy...Though he doubted how true that would end up being. No doubt people wanted to clear the game. He wanted to as well...To help so he could get back home...But as he looked around at the defeated faces of the other beginners like himself he slowly began to think that this was not the case. Luckily the big man upstairs had some pitty on his newest prisoners...The inns were all free for the first few days...Or at least that's what he heard around. Before picking up a room he stopped by a player on a literal soapbox. "New players! New Players! Come here and get your guidbook! Please! It'll help you survive this harsh world!" But maybe there was hope after all. A fresh air of relief washed over the young player as he reached into his pocket, or inventory rather. Swiping his finger down through the air he took out his own guidebook. It looked like they had updated recently...New data was always coming in after all. He had to at least thank the beta testers for that. Deleting his old one he walked up to the player and greeted him, happily taking one of the books. "Thank you..." he muttered embarrassingly. After all how could he not be? The player giving them out was likely several years younger than Kai. With that, and a heart full of hope he went to the inn, checked in, and slept the night away... Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #7 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Another day, another grind. At least, as he yawned loudly and stretched tiredly that's what he told himself. His golden eyes fell on the sheets that covered the length of his body. Was this how every day was going to be? Qwerrr Qwoo. Qwerr Qwoo. He sighed...He couldn't think that way, not with his life on the line. He could not, would not falter at the hands of this game. Leaping out of bed he stretched again, clenching his hands into fists. "What am I doing?" he mused to himself as he swung his arms around him, wrapping them and slapping his back. It was an old habit, a stretch he always did before a butterfly race. He smirked. "I'll be back there soon...We all will." he said to the room. Opening his inventory he equipped his rapier, the light blade hovering into existence in a show of blue particles. Clipping it to his belt he set out for the fields again. Maybe he was foolish for going again, or maybe he was gaining some independence. He liked to think it was the latter. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #8 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Monsters weren't hard to find...Basically everything mobile was a monster out here, outside of other players of course. A cheery smile inched across his face as the sounds of many players just like him moved to battle their foes. A low growl came from behind him as a wolf creature attacked. With no parry skills himself, his only option was to attack as a counter. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #9 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Luckily for Kai, the boar he killed upped his level and so with speed found in level two players, which to be honest wasn't that big of a difference between level one and two, he was able to dodge the blow and strike one of his own. The wolf whined as it was struck tot he grass. Scrambling up it ran in two circles around the player. The wolf was fast, much faster than the boar and it had one more Hit Point than the boar, but his identification skill wasn't high enough to see the enemy's level. Readying his blade once again he got into a battle stance, waiting for the wolf to strike. Around and around it went and lunged at him, he tried to dodge but... Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #10 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 The wolf struck his arm, its jaws clamping around him. He cried out in terror as the beast's Bite drained his HP bar before it let go and scrambled around again. He cursed under his breath as the red particle affect caused the wound to make floating red polygons. The wolf wouldn't get lucky again, or at least he hoped. Lunging at the beast he struck, a thrust. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #11 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 The sound of his blade piercing the wolf's shoulder made for a satisfying thud. Just one more blow and the wolf would be down for the count. With a smirk he took the chance offered by a quick weapon such as a rapier and struck, not waiting for the wolf to get moving. With speed and hopefully accuracy, though who could be sure with Kai's skill, he attacked. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #12 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 But of course not, with his luck he missed, or rather the wolf's AI judged the easily predicted move and ducked, sprinting away to come in for a counter attack. Two attacks, one goal for both sides. He felt his heart pounding. His luck was really taking a turn for the better. last fight he nearly died fighting what could be the equivalent of a slime, now he was cutting through this wolf like nobody's business. Maybe it was the new level, but he felt strong and more confident. "Heyaaaaaah!" The wolf barked in response, its red eyes bounding towards him with only the death of another player on its mind. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #13 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 "Yes!!" he shouted, pumping his sword arm in the air as the beast exploded behind him. Col and loot from two beasts, what could come from the rest of his grinding journey? Who knew grinding could be so helpful. Looking to his exp bar he became even more excited. He was almost at level three! Just a little over 50% complete. With a content sigh he sheathed his weapon and put his hands on his hips. A good day, a good day so far. "Let the farming continue!" he shouted. (+1 Artisan Material-Wolf Fang) Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #14 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 On to the next spawn! Almost on cue another boar glittered into existence. He was feeling confident now and no pig was going to knock him down today! Readying his rapier he jumped the poor thing, attacking it from the flank. Of course with no flanking bonuses, his attack would go off as normal, but it did give him the element of surprise. With a fierce battle cry he lunged forward with his quick rapier... Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #15 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 He saw the shivers run down the boar's spine. Simulated animal instinct took over and the boar bolted, rounded a tree and returned. Its breath was heavy and sent small plumes of steam from its nostrils. Comical almost, but the red eyes and menacing tusks on the beast kept Kai from being amused by its behavior. This thing could kill him if he let it... It squealed in protest as it ran towards the player. At this point he had learned how Boars moved and easily moved out of its way. "Woah there buddy!" maybe he shouldn't be so lax, but he couldn't help it now. His confidence was high in the clouds. As the boar stumbled passed he let loose a lazy strike at its rear. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #16 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Pop~ The blade hit the beast in the rear leaving a big red circle on its behind. It squeeled again, its high pitch wail of discomfort almost laughable. But the fight wasn't over yet! Running at the beast once more he struck at its rear as it ran away. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #17 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 But all of that confidence went fluttering away. He put too much gas into his thrust and over shot the boar, tripping. The boar, seeing this chance sprung onto its front legs and let loose a kick that sent the young gamer reeling. Right in the chin went the boar's hooves sending Kai onto his arse. "Ow..." he muttered, rubbing his chin, a large red spot the shape of a hoof imprinted on his cheek and chin. This thing was going to be sorry it did that..."You little..." grunting, he stood up and lunged for the thing once more. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #18 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Another clean hit. The boar burst into shiny blue polygons. No loot this time around, but he was awarded a small amount of Col for his efforts at least. Replacing his weapon he sighed and looked off into the distance as the wind blew across the field. Flower petals flew past his face, tossing his hair willy nilly. Grinding was hard work...But after his second day, he was feeling confident in his abilities. Maybe he would take up a real quest soon, something...that maybe didn't require a lot of fighting as he was still a low level. For now though, he would head back to town if not to just heal up and get ready for another round. (+10 Col) Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #19 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 His trek to town was...more than expected and disappointing. He fought another wolf and boar on the way, gaining experience points but literally no items or col dropped. Thankfully though, the fights weren't nearly as challenging as his earlier ones or even the boar he fought yesterday. He did gain a level from the fights though. Now level three he felt like he could take on the world. Of course, even he knew that wasn't actually possible. The death game would make sure of that. Link to post Share on other sites
Kai 0 Posted August 17, 2014 Author #20 Report Share Posted August 17, 2014 Turning in for the day seemed the best course of action. Checking in to the inn once again and moving to his room he went over the progress and loot gained from today's adventure. As he looked over the gear and how far he had come from just the day before, things were looking up. Maybe he could make a living for himself here after all.... `•.•â—•۰• ••.•´ Conclusion `•.•â—•۰• ••.•´ Ending HP- 6/9 Item(s)/Material(s) Dropped: +1 Leather Working Material-Boar Skin +1 Artisan Material-Wolf Fang +10 Col Level(s) Gained: 2 Final Level: 3 Skill Point(s) Gained: 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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