Izuku The forgotten Jade emperor.

A Fateful Encounter

Exhausted from the day's events, I made my way back home, my head pounding with the remnants of the headache I had been trying to ignore. The racket of the Sports Festival and the strain of observing every match had taken its toll. I needed rest, and the moment I stepped into my room, I knew I wouldn't be able to stay awake much longer.

I tossed my bag to the side and collapsed onto my bed, not even bothering to change out of my clothes. The headache was insufferable, each throb a reminder of the physical and mental exertion of the day. My eyes closed almost involuntarily, and I welcomed the darkness.

Sleep claimed me quickly, but it wasn't the peaceful, dreamless sleep I had hoped for. Instead, I found myself standing in an unfamiliar landscape. The sky was a swirling mix of colors, and the ground beneath my feet seemed to shimmer and shift with every step I took. It was disorienting, and yet, somehow, it felt... significant.

Before me stood a figure, regal and imposing. He was dressed in traditional robes, his presence exuding an aura of power and authority. His eyes, deep and penetrating, seemed to look through me, as if he could see every part of my being.

"Izuku Mori," he spoke, his voice echoing in the strange, dreamlike space. "You have faced many challenges and harbor great potential within you."

I felt a chill run down my spine. "Who are you?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.

"I am the Jade Emperor," he replied, a slight smile forming on his lips. "From a realm far different from your own. I have watched your struggles, your growth, and your determination. You possess a strength that goes beyond mere physical prowess."

The Jade Emperor? From the tales I had heard, he was a being of immense power, revered and respected in the mythos of another world. What was he doing here, in my dream?

He raised a hand, and a soft light emanated from it. "I have seen your potential and the obstacles you have yet to face. I offer you a gift, Izuku Mori. A power that will aid you in your journey—a power known as Force Manipulation."

"Force Manipulation?" I echoed, my mind racing. The ability to manipulate physical forces would be incredibly useful, but why would he offer this to me?

"Yes," the Jade Emperor continued. "With this power, you can control and manipulate various forces, bending them to your will. It is a gift and a responsibility. Use it wisely, and it will serve you well."

As he spoke, a flood of information entered my mind, detailing the extent and capabilities of Force Manipulation. The four fundamental forces that govern the world—gravity, electromagnetism, strong nuclear force, and weak nuclear force—were now at my disposal.

Gravity Manipulation: The ability to manipulate gravity for various purposes, ranging from lifting objects to trapping enemies in a gravity field. I could even redirect attacks by bending space around me using gravity.

Velocity Manipulation: The power to control the velocity of objects around me. By manipulating the velocity of wind, I could induce drag and stop an object before it hit me.

Friction Manipulation: The ability to manipulate frictional force, allowing me to slip out of an enemy's hold effortlessly or prevent an opponent's attack from damaging me.

Inertia Manipulation: By increasing my body's resistance to changes in its state of motion, I could use minimal physical strength to deal damaging blows to my enemies.

Electromagnetism Manipulation: The power to redirect lightning strikes or use electromagnetism to strike lightning into my enemies.

Weak Force Manipulation: Using the force that decays nuclear particles, I could destroy any object in my path.

Attraction & Repulsion: The ability to pull someone toward me or push them back, augmenting my attacks with these forces.

Strong Force Manipulation: By manipulating the force that binds protons and neutrons together in atomic nuclei, I could imitate the state of nuclear fusion inside stars.

I felt a surge of energy as his words resonated within me. My headache, the exhaustion, everything seemed to fade away as I focused on the power being offered. There was a catch, though; there always was. "Why me?" I asked, narrowing my eyes. "What do you gain from this?"

The Jade Emperor chuckled softly. "You are perceptive, Izuku. I seek nothing from you but to see how you will shape your destiny. The world needs heroes, true heroes who can stand against the darkness that looms. Consider this a tool to aid you in your fight."

There was a moment of silence as I contemplated his words. It was an offer that seemed too good to be true, but the sincerity in his eyes and the weight of his presence convinced me otherwise. I nodded slowly. "I accept."

The light from his hand grew brighter, enveloping me in its warmth. I felt the power of Force Manipulation merging with my own abilities, enhancing them in ways I hadn't thought possible. It was exhilarating and overwhelming all at once.

"Use this power wisely, Izuku Mori," the Jade Emperor said, his voice fading as the dream began to dissipate. "Your journey is just beginning."

I awoke with a start, the headache completely gone. The room was dark, the only light coming from the faint glow of the city outside my window. I sat up, feeling the surge of energy still coursing through me. It hadn't just been a dream. The power of Force Manipulation was real, and it was now mine.

Taking a deep breath, I got out of bed and moved to the window, looking out at the city below. The world looked the same, but everything felt different. I had been given a gift, a new strength to add to my arsenal. The challenges ahead were unknown, but I felt a new sense of determination.

The Jade Emperor's words echoed in my mind as I clenched my fist, feeling the subtle shift of forces around me. My journey was far from over, and with this new power, I was ready to face whatever came next.