A young man opened his eyes, squinting against a blinding light. As the glow faded, he found himself in a grand hall, its marble pillars etched with glowing runes. Nearby stood two figures in high school uniforms: a tall young man with a confident expression and a short-haired girl, her face uneasy.
Beyond them stood a woman in flowing white robes, resembling a nun, surrounded by armored guards. Her golden hair cascaded over her shoulders, and her face radiated a warm smile filled with hope.
"Welcome, heroes," she said, bringing her hands together in front of her chest, her voice clear and sweet. "I am Princess Lirien of Aethoria. Our world faces destruction at the hands of the Demon King. We desperately need your strength to save us."
The man beside me stepped forward and gently placed his hand over Lirien's. "I'm Ryo," he said with a firm nod. "We'll do everything we can to protect your world, Princess Lirien."
The girl, clutching her sleeves, gave a hesitant nod. "I'm Aiko," she murmured. "I'll try my best, too."
All eyes turned to Kael, who leaned back with a lazy smirk. Save the world and fight a Demon King to the death? Are they crazy? But a new world with beautiful women and best with different races? Now that's interesting. A sly, almost lecherous grin crossed his face, drawing raised eyebrows from the group. "Me too," he said casually.
One of Lirien's guards, a stern man named Captain Varn, frowned. "This one seems… strange," he muttered. Aiko leaned toward Ryo, whispering, "Is he okay?"
Lirien, undeterred, offered a gentle smile. "Please, check your status. Your titles and abilities will guide you in our fight against the demons."
The heroes focused, and glowing screens materialized before them, displaying their powers like a game interface.
#### Ryo's Status
```
Name: Ryo Tanaka
Level: 1
Title: Hero
- Effect: All stats increase by 50% when fighting to protect others.
Secondary Title: Blessed Learner
- Effect: Gain 20 times experience for one year.
Stats:
- Strength: 15
- Agility: 12
- Intelligence: 10
- Vitality: 14
- Magic: 8
Skills:
- Sword Mastery (Level 1): Greater skill with bladed weapons.
- Holy Strike (Level 1): A light-infused attack that deals extra damage to demons.
```
Ryo studied his screen, muttering, "Hero… my stats get a 50% boost when I fight to protect others. And a 20x experience bonus for a year?"
Lirien's eyes sparkled with approval. "A true hero's spirit," she said. Captain Varn nodded, impressed. "His strength will serve us well," he said to another guard.
#### Aiko's Status
```
Name: Aiko Mori
Level: 1
Title: Ranger
- Effect: Unlimited arrows when wielding a bow.
Secondary Title: Blessed Learner
- Effect: Gain 20 times experience for one year.
Stats:
- Strength: 8
- Agility: 18
- Intelligence: 12
- Vitality: 10
- Magic: 10
Skills:
- Precision Shot (Level 1): Arrows never miss within 50 meters.
- Nature's Bond (Level 1): Enhanced senses in natural environments.
```
"I have the Ranger title," Aiko said softly. "I can fire unlimited arrows as long as I have a bow. And the same experience bonus."
The Captain murmured approvingly, whispering about the value of a skilled archer. Lirien's smile widened. "Your precision will be a great asset, Aiko," she said warmly.
#### Kael's Status
Kael's screen flickered into view. His jaw dropped as he read it.
```
Name: Kael
Level: 1
Title: God
- Effect: Can do anything.
Secondary Title: Blessed Learner
- Effect: Gain 20 times experience for one year.
Stats:
- Strength: 20
- Agility: 15
- Intelligence: 15
- Vitality: 18
- Magic: 12
Skills:
- Omnipotence: Manifest any power or effect at will.
```
"What is this?" Kael muttered, a grin spreading like he'd found a cheat code. God? Can Manifest any power? Let's test this. He glanced at Beautiful Princess Lirien, a mischievous glint in his eye and willed a power into existence: X-ray vision.
His sight shifted, and Lirien's robes vanished to reveal delicate black lace lingerie clinging to her graceful figure. He couldn't help but think, surprisingly daring for a princess.
He turned to Aiko, spotting soft pink panties adorned with a playful bunny pattern, hugging her slender hips. Cute, he thought.
Then he glanced at Ryo, flinched, and muttered, Ugh, what did I see? Kael shook his head, dismissing the power. Gotta forget... gotta forget that last one, he mumbled.
The room fell silent. Lirien's composure wavered, her cheeks flushing as if she sensed something. "Is something wrong, hero?" she asked, her voice strained.
Varn's hand rested on his sword, his glare sharp. Aiko whispered to Ryo, "He's really weird."
Before Kael could respond, a golden light enveloped him, and he vanished.
---
Kael materialized in a radiant, white void, like a slice of heaven. Before him stood a stunning woman, white skin, golden hair flowing like silk and golden eyes like distant stars. Her presence was overwhelming.
"I am Seraphina, Goddess of Aethoria," she said, her voice clear and melodic. "A grave mistake has been made. The God title, granting limitless power, was given to you by error. Please return it, and I will grant you a worthy title in its place."
Kael's jaw dropped. Give it back? No way. "Sure," he said, forcing a smile.
Seraphina smiled, thinking how foolish this hero was, and turned to retrieve a glowing orb from nearby. Kael focused, added a new ability: "Open a portal to the multiverse." A shimmering rift appeared, and he dove through, vanishing.
Seraphina spun around, her eyes wide with alarm. "Where did he go? I can't sense him!" She clutched her hair, her voice rising with panic. "The Upper Gods will have my head for this! He's not in Aethoria… not in any realm! How has he slipped beyond my sight?"
Taking a deep breath, she calmed herself and opened a glowing golden window. A divine leaderboard appeared, and she scanned it for Kael's name, finding his points at zero. A cunning smile crossed her lips.
"Heh… if he commits evil and his points fall even lower…" she muttered, a crooked smile forming before bursting into wild laughter. "Kahaha… ahahaha!" Her voice echoed with confidence. "When that happens, Kael, you will be captured and sealed away for good!"
---
Kael floated in the void of space, his lungs burning. "Can't breathe!" he thought. He focused, willing a new skill: "My body no longer needs breath." His chest eased instantly. The icy chill of space struck next. "Immune to temperature," he willed. Warmth returned.
Feeling unstoppable, he granted himself more powers:
- Immortality: Cannot die by any means.
- Indestructibility: Immune to all damage, physical or magical.
- Anti-Magic Barrier: Magic cannot affect him.
- Undetectable: No being or system can track him.
- No Need for Sustenance: No need for food, water, or sleep.
- Super Strength: Strength beyond mortal limits.
- Disease Immunity: Immune to all illnesses.
Kael floated in the starry dark void, a sly grin spreading across his face. "This is life. Time to explore the multiverse."
^_^ This is my very first story! I hope you have as much fun reading it as I did writing it.