Okay, most likely 1 and half chapters today due to Twilight Princess ;p Never got to play the original, so, you know, reasons. Many thanks for finding the problems with the long chapter- I'll fix that in a moment after lunch. I also took the time to update the title and synopsis of the book, tell me what you think :).

Also, there is a lot of tables in this chapter. This is not going to be an every chapter thing, but it had to happen eventually.

Enjoy!

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Steel rubbed his eyes as the black space in front of his face vanished and revealed the training room. When one's stamina ran out, hp would start to decline, Once a player's hp reached 25%, the user would fall unconscious and be stuck staring at a black nothingness with a timer. While training, Steel had gone through the phenomena a few times and was quite familiar with it.

"At least it wasn't a 15 minute timer like that first time." He muttered to himself. He was interrupted by a hand clapping down on his shoulder. He turned to see a smiling Eric staring down at him.

"Boyo, ye did good and passed the training. Congratulations!"

Quest Completed (Special)Learn to fight like a CenturionYou successfully completed centurion training under the trainer Eric and earned his respectReward:Intimacy with Eric the Trainer has risen to Trusted

Centurion skills have been acquired

After facing extreme training, you have increased your stats

Exp has been acquired

You have leveled up to level 3You currently have 10 stat points to distribute. You can distribute your points on the character sheet found in your menu.

Rewards for completing Centurion training7 strength

5 dexterity

5 endurance

3 constitution

2 leadership

You have learned the skill: Shield MasteryDescription:You have been trained to use a shield and can use it to the best of your abilityLevel:Beginner 1Effects:Able to wield a shield without penalty and use related skills.

You have learned the skill: Spear MasteryDescription:You have been trained to use a spear and can use it to the best of your ability.Level:Beginner 1Effects:Able to wield a spear without penalty and use related skills.

You have learned the skill: Centurion ArtsDescription:You have been trained to use a centurion shield with a spear in your dominant hand. Soldiers will recognize your martial prowess as a CenturionLevel:Beginner 1Effects:No penalty when using a shield and spear together in battle

Will gain a 5% boost to all stats when fighting alongside another centurion

Soldiers will have a slight increase in intimacy when speaking with you

You have learned the skill: Shield BashDescription:You use your shield to daze an opponent for a moment.Level:Beginner 1Effects:Has a 35% chance to inflict daze on equal or smaller sized opponents

Has a 15% chance to daze on larger sized opponents.

You have learned the skill: Spear ThrustDescription:Wielding your spear, you deliver a straight-on blow with all your powerLevel:Beginner 1Effects:Inflicts 1.5 damage on opponent using your spear

You have learned the skill: Shield BlockDescription:You are able to use your shield to block a single blow and return it's force to unbalance your opponentLevel:Beginner 1Effects:Block a single strike and returns .5 damage to the opponent. Has a 10% chance of staggering

You have learned the skill: Triple StrikeDescription:Using your speed, you are able to strike three times in a row with your spear.Level:Beginner 1Effects:Inflicts .75, .5, and .25 damage to an opponent.

Seeing his new skills quickly filled Steel up with a sence of glee. He opened his menu and pulled up his character sheet. After debating for a moment, he decided to put 5 points into both strength and endurance in order to increase his combat potential. He nodded in satisfaction after seeing his final character sheet.

Status WindowName:Steel ResolveAlignment:NeutralLevel:3Class:NoneRace:HumanGender:Male

TitlesNoneFame:0Infamy:0

Health:140Mana:100Stamina:200

Constitution:14Dexterity:15Intelligence:10Wisdom:9Strength:22Endurance:20Leadership:2Luck:0Charm:0Faith:0

Elemental ResistancesFire:0Water:0Wind:0Earth:0Light:0Darkness:0

Satisfied with his improvement, Steel turned back to Eric and shook his hand. "Thank you for taking the time tot rain me sir. It has been a real pleasure and headache."

Eric laughed and returned the handshake, "No problem boyo, tis all in a day's work for an old retired dwarf like meself. Tell ye what, how's about ye become a real centurion and I can introduce ye to some good commanders to get ye started."

Class OfferedEric the Trainer has offered to teach you how to become a real centurion warrior. Centurion warriors are an elite form of warrior that gain increased power as they fight with their fellow centurions. In group battle, they are unparalleled but suffer when fighting on their own. As an advanced class, centurions require .5 more experience than a normal class and are obligated to serve in the army for a period of time.

"That sounds like a great opportunity Eric; I would be a fool to not accept." Steel cried out in happiness, "I would like to change my class to Centurion Warrior!"

A flash of light outlined Steel for a moment as the system acknowledged his request. He was now a full centurion warrior!

AnnouncementYou are the first player to acquire the advanced class, Centurion Warrior, and have earned a title that can be displayed with your nameTitle:Strength SeekerWhen equipped, this title will increase you strength by 5%

Intimacy with Eric has increased to Friend

Eric nodded his approval, "I expect great things from ye son. Come back when ye're stronger and I'll introduce ye to a good commander." Eric turned away and seemed to forget about Steel as he began to hum a tune as he started sweeping.

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Steel left the Training Hall in high spirits as he inspected his gear. One of the trainers had presented him an iron spear and shield as a gift for completing one of the training courses. Now, his shiny new spear twinkled in the sunlight as he spun in around in front of his face. Since he hadn't received a message from Sarah yet, he decided to go to his last stop for his starter quest, the Adventurer Guild.

The Adventurer Guild was located in the last section of the city, the place where most residents had their homes and where the taverns set up shop. The building was a large, flat building filled with tables, chairs, and laughing as adventurers drank their fill of booze and ate the spoils of the day. It appeared to Steel that the floor was both a hangout and a restaurant at the same time, with waitresses and food being constantly moved about. A large receptionist table dominated the far wall and a large request board covered the north wall.

It was obvious the waitresses possessed some skill from the way they carried themselves. One particularly saucy looking girl was in the process of breaking a man's arm, his companions laughing as he cried out for mercy. Spying Steel, she released the man and strutted over to him, her impressive bosom attracting his immediate gaze before he hastily corrected himself.

"Welcome stranger to the Adventurer Guild." She said, a friendly smile on her face, "Is this your first time visiting us?"

"Yes, this is the first time I've been in here" Steel admitted.

She nodded her head, "As a traveler, you are permitted to sign up as an adventurer over at the receptionist desk. They will explain to you everything you need to know, but if there is anything else feel free to ask me or one of my fellos." She walked off to clean one of the newly available tables.

Steel walked over to one of the open receptionist desks and sat down. A sharp looking women gazed at him from the other side as she scanned him with her eyes.

She looked him up and down with a nod, "I see you're one of the new travelers to our lands. Welcome to the Adventurer's Guild." She said briskly, "Do you desire to become an adventurer or have any questions regarding being an adventurer?"

"Can you explain to me what being an adventurer is?" Steel asked.

"An adventurer is someone who explores the world in search of fame and fortune." The lady answered, "As the god Highland is the patron of humanity, you will find that being an adventurer is looked upon favorably in the human kingdoms. Adventurers register here and pay a sum to remain apart of the guild. In return, they have full access to the guild's resources and information service. Clients will come in and post a request on the job board in the back." She gestured behind Steel, "Adventurers complete the jobs for rewards and gain experience from it. Adventurers and jobs are broken down into ranks of strength and difficulty so as to separate impossible jobs from weak fighters."

"I would like to join the adventurer guild." Steel stated with certainty.

The lady nodded, "That will be one silver coin to register. In a year's time, you must pay 1 gold to the guild as you will start as F-ranked adventurer. If you grow stronger, you will naturally need to pay more."

Steel handed over his one silver and watched as the lady took it and passed him a small card.

"Press your thumb against the corner there." She indicated.

Steel obliged her, and watched as his character information appeared on the card. The lady nodded as she read his information.

"You have been added to the ranks of adventurers. Seek fame and fortune and know that death is your constant companion in this world." She intoned ominously.

Steel thanked her and left the hall.

Quest CompletedBegin Your AdventureYou have successfully explored your starting city and learned about what it takes to survive in Everlife. We in the development team wish you luck in your adventure.Reward:10 copper pieces have been added to inventory

Mini-map has been updated with information

Exp has been acquired

As Steel dismissed the notice, he heard a ding as the message system informed him he had received a message.