[Passive skill acquired: Super Soldier
Because of the user's comprehensive developnt, reward received: 10 free attribute points
1 achievent point]
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Hahaha! The serum worked! At long last, I gained the power of a super soldier! The system didn't ntion any disastrous side effects, so I suppose I don't need to worry about complications. After all, while the system often feels utterly useless, one of its few redeeming qualities is how it diligently reports my body's condition. Convenient, if nothing else. But this ti, it actually gave a few surprises... So, naturally, it's ti to review everything properly, one step at a ti.
The first thing I wanted to confirm was the direct effect of the serum—how much it changed and what the "Super Soldier" skill specifically granted. I stood before the tall mirror positioned in front of my capsule, studying my reflection carefully. I didn't want to miss even the smallest detail.
Truthfully, the inspection didn't take long. As expected, the changes were subtle on the surface. My physique had beco slightly more refined, my features sharper, my abdominal muscles more defined than before. Outwardly, there wasn't any drastic transformation, but the system's skill description made it clear that the difference ran far deeper than appearances alone.
[Super Soldier: You have taken a recreated serum originally developed by Abraham Erskine for the Super Soldier Project.
Effects:
100 Strength
100 Stamina
50 Speed
50 Dexterity
10 Intelligence
10 Charisma.]
Now it made perfect sense. My slightly more striking looks? That ca from my Charisma boost. The serum didn't just strengthen bodies—it enhanced a person's natural appeal. Perhaps that is one of the secrets behind Steve Rogers not rely being a powerful warrior, but also such a magnetic leader. His charisma made others rally to him instinctively. And sure enough, I too could feel that subtle presence in myself now—a sharper gaze, a charm that would sway people more easily. Not that I had been plain before, of course. But now my handsoness has reached a whole new level entirely. Frankly speaking, it was getting hard to peel my own eyes away from my reflection.
Of course, the gains didn't stop there. The serum had raised most of my core stats by staggering levels in one swift stroke. Only my Wisdom remained stagnant. That, however, made sense. Wisdom is tied to deep knowledge of the cosmos, understanding hidden truths about existence, and perceiving the flow of mystical energy in the universe. Since the serum only reinforced my body, mind, and base faculties, Wisdom logically remained unchanged. Still, it did bother . Given that Wisdom also dictates magical potential, I would have preferred to see its value increase as well. It seems I'll need to find a way to cultivate that stat on my own. Sothing to contemplate later.
I clenched my fists experintally, eager to test these newfound reserves of strength. Energy surged through my body, throbbing with imnse power. Every fiber of my being seed to respond in kind, filling with an unshakable confidence. It felt as though I could shift mountains at will, or even stand toe-to-toe with soone like Thanos—should the universe ever challenge with such a task.
[Current Status
Na: Alex Reath
Race: Perfect Human
Age: 21
Strength: 130
Speed: 81
Dexterity: 80
Stamina: 137
Intelligence: 74
Wisdom: 105
Charisma: 32
Combat Proficiency: 24
Fencing Proficiency: 14
King's Wives: 5
Free Points: 10
Achievent Points: 1
Skills:
Passive: "Player's Mind," "Super Soldier"
Active: None
Achievents:
"Batman's Apprentice," "Harem King," "Sage," "Sword Master"]
My race had even changed. I was no longer classified as a re human. Now, the system has labeled a "Perfect Human." The na fit—physically and ntally, I truly had surpassed the limits of ordinary humanity. Yet at my core I remained human. I wasn't a mutant, nor a hybrid creature, nor a practitioner of innate sorcery. Setting aside the quirks of the system's blessings, my powers so far ca strictly from enhanced biology. Considering this, I suspect my race will shift again at so later stage, perhaps upon undergoing further tamorphosis.
Having examined that, my thoughts turned to sothing new: achievent points. This was my first ti receiving one, and I hadn't fully understood its value. Fortunately, the system has a sort of internal reference codex that explains these functions. After scouring through it, the mystery unveiled itself, and I was overco with excitent. To put it simply, achievent points can enhance achievents themselves.
Allow to stress the significance of that. Achievents aren't empty titles. They are functional, providing unique advantages based on what they represent. For example, "Batman's Apprentice" accelerates my martial arts training rate by twofold, doubling my natural combat potential. anwhile, "Sage" unlocked awareness of mana and access to the magical dinsion. Taken together, these passive boosts had already began shaping into soone exceptional. And now, with achievent points, I could augnt the effects of these prestigious titles even further. The prospect left practically trembling with joy.
Perhaps I was too harsh in dismissing the system before. True, it doesn't shower in constant wealth and glory like so overpowered protagonists might. But at least occasionally, it throws a reward aningful enough to silence my complaints. A candy tossed to keep obedient, so to speak. In any case, the question beca obvious: Which achievent should receive my first upgrade?
In truth, I had already decided long before: Harem King.
Now, this might sound frivolous or eccentric to so, but allow to justify it. Without this achievent, my dream of one day building a grand harem would collapse instantly, dood to plumt straight into the abyss of impossibility. This title is more than a boast of romantic exploits—it shifts reality itself to support my dream. Its main feature is quite practical: it renders won remarkably tolerant of my polygamous intentions. Instead of seeing the existence of a harem as offensive, they treat it with understanding, or even acceptance. That alone is invaluable.
But there's more. The achievent also enhances my physical aptitude in intimacy, granting the endurance to satisfy multiple lovers far more effectively. In my circumstances, this ability is paramount. Finally, another delightful feature of "Harem King" is that every woman who joins grants 1 Stamina. A permanent growth with each conquest! An unparalleled perk. Seeing all this, how could I not prioritize its improvent?
Without hesitation, I applied the point.
[You have applied one achievent point to the "Harem King" title.]
[The effects of "Harem King" have greatly increased!
"Harem King" has evolved into: "Great Harem King."
Great Harem King: You have earned the love and recognition of two or more won, who willingly, in full control of their hearts and sanity, pledged themselves to you. Now, mbers of your harem will be far more accepting of their shared life with you. Additionally, your ability to pleasure won is multiplied to an even greater degree. For each partner you claim, you now receive 5 Stamina.]
At first, the new description seed little changed, but the nurical upgrade was trendous. Rather than granting just one single point of Stamina per partner as before, I now receive five. Moreover, this applied retroactively. My five wives, who once granted a single point apiece, now bolstered by a grand total of twenty-five. aning my Stamina stat instantly skyrocketed to 157.
A single achievent point turned out to be worth far more than I had ever expected. Truly, well spent.
Let pause to emphasize exactly why this matters. Stamina, in system terms, isn't limited to resisting fatigue. It governs a wide array of bodily resilience functions. Physical stamina, muscular endurance, tolerance to pain, even the ability to absorb trauma from combat. Simply put: the higher the stat, the harder my body is to bring down. With my current Stamina, I can endure catastrophic punishnt that would slay ordinary n outright. In this way, my survival is tied directly to Stamina's growth.
At this rate, I had already surpassed the physical durability of Captain Arica himself. In fact, the gulf only seed to widen. If I continue advancing steadily, there may co a day when even Superman's attacks would fail to break . Perhaps that's a distant dream, but nevertheless—it no longer feels impossible.
All that remained now was to allocate my final 10 free attribute points. After so thought, the choice was clear. I invested all of them into Intelligence. The result elevated my intellect from seventy-four to eighty-four—bringing dangerously close to the hundred-point threshold.
It sparked a peculiar speculation. What would happen once Intelligence broke past double digits and entered the triple-digit realm? Could there be hidden powers waiting to be unlocked? Might telekinesis awaken, or so other latent psychic faculties? A fanciful dream, maybe, but one worth chasing. After all, hope has its own kind of power.
With everything finished, I reviewed the completed status window once more.
[Status (Updated)
Na: Alex Reath
Race: Perfect Human
Age: 21
Strength: 130
Speed: 81
Dexterity: 80
Stamina: 157
Intelligence: 84
Wisdom: 105
Charisma: 32
Combat Proficiency: 24
Fencing Proficiency: 14
King's Wives: 5
Free Points: 0
Achievent Points: 0
Skills:
Passive: "Player's Mind," "Super Soldier"
Active: None
Achievents:
"Batman's Apprentice," "Great Harem King," "Sage," "Sword Master"]
Looking at the numbers, a deep satisfaction welled inside . The serum had elevated into sothing beyond human, the achievent system now offered paths to amplify my very identity, and each step pushed closer to transcendence. Soday, maybe, I'll even shatter limits no one believed could be touched.
For now, this is enough.
The system, once called useless, might just be my greatest ally after all.
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