Fantasy Realm [One Piece] [Harry Potter] [Naruto] - [Progression] [LitRPG]

Chapter 61: Making a Scary Friend - Rishi's Innate Skill

Alex, after exchanging contact information with the self-proclaimed seer, finally returns to his private room in the Fantasy Realm, genuinely confused!

He can't help but marvel at his new status and newfound riches. Just a few days ago, he wondered how he would ever manage to earn 100,000 FC, and now, he is hilariously close already! To get a clearer picture of his current stats, he includes the boosts from his current equipment. His "Spirit of Pluto" armor set enhances his HP by 50, increases his STR, AGI, and SNS by 1 each, and the set bonus boosts both his CHA and SPR by 5. Additionally, Alex gains 30 extra MP from his cherished [Sealion's Might] ring.

Alex Kerber: Lvl 2
HP: 158/158, MP: 138/138
STR: 9 (+1), AGI: 9 (+1), PHY: 9, SNS: 9 (+1), CHA: 9 (+5), MNA: 9, INT: 9 SPR: 9 (+5), LUK: 9
Available Stat Points: 1
Innate Skills: Genius Conjurer lvl 2, Statistical OCD lvl MAX
Free Skill Slots: 0/2, Free Basic Skill Slots: 0/8
Basic skills: Basic Close Combat Prowess lvl 2, Basic Footwork lvl 2, Basic Endurance lvl 2, Basic Long-Range Combat Prowess lvl 2, Basic Eloquence lvl 2, Basic Concentration lvl 2, Basic Meditation lvl 2, Basic Mana Control lvl 2
Passive Skills: Pistol Proficiency lvl 2, Alexandrian Royal Swordsmanship lvl 2
Active Skills: Annihilation Grenade lvl 2, Sealions Icewing Embrace lvl 2
Fantasy Coins: 75500 Soul Crystals: Small x3
Current Weapons: Mr. 5's Revolver (Deep Blue), Sword of Pluto (Deep Blue) Barbed Dagger (Light Green)
Current Equipment: Commander Shepard's Dog Tag (Deep Blue), Sealion's Might (Deep Blue), Shield of Pluto (Deep Blue), Armor of Pluto (Blue), Visor of Pluto (Blue), Cuisses of Pluto (Blue), Gauntlets of Pluto (Blue), Sabatons of Pluto (Blue)
Miscellaneous Items: Navalia Wolf Jerky x3 (Gray), Potion x3 (White), Antidote (White), Jack's Spare Silvery Mask (Light Green), Plant Essence x3 (Green), Frost Essence (Green)
Special Items: Skillbook: Black Magic (Fire-line) (Blue), Skillbook: Black Magic (Fire-Blizzard-Thunder-line) (Purple), Pluto's Ceremonial Blessing (Deep Purple), Baroque Works Invitation (Purple)

He debates whether to spend some of that FC or save it for much-needed skill upgrades, and, of course, his long-term goal that will take some time to achieve: [Pluto's Ceremonial Blessing], which requires a whole 15 SPR. Even if he continues to achieve S ranks and earns 2 stat points per level, it would still take him three full worlds, and he seriously doubts he can maintain that trend. His performance in the world of Final Fantasy 9 was a special case, he essentially had a whole world to himself, allowed to join the main characters in the early part of the game, and given complete freedom to solve every problem.

Alex sleeps soundly, happy with his fortune, but still curious about Rishi, his strange new acquaintance.

Over the next few days, Alex slowly gets to know Rishi, chatting about the Fantasy Realm, their favorite fictional worlds, and other casual topics, not focusing on just "Fantasy Realm" business.

Occasionally, Alex visits the Realm, especially the Trading Hub, dressed in his mask, red suit, and wig. Surprisingly, one day he bumps into Rishi, who winks at him and whispers, "Nice outfit. It could use some improvement, though. You should add a few accessories to give it some unique symbols and make it more recognizable. I'll send you some links later today."

Later that day, Alex freaks out in his small apartment when he receives messages from Rishi through the system. Rishi sends him links to various jewelry and designer items to enhance his outfit.

"How the hell did he see through my disguise? Also is he dumb, it takes so much time to type out these links, wait that is not important right now! If he can do it, can others do the same?" Alex worries and decides to ask the culprit directly how he managed to figure him out.