Chapter 8- I can't believe that I am studying in a game too - Hikaru

Having previously completed 8 hours of sword training in the past few days, Taiyo logged backed into the game. He was immediately teleported into the training centre where he logged out from.

“Eghhh my precious time with Ruka! All gone!” Taiyo thought as he vented his anger on the scarecrow. Previously during the year 3 farewell, the kendo club members went to Ruka to challenge him to a match, keeping him busy at the family dojo and missing dinner. Hikaru has therefore lost 30 minutes of dinner time with Ruka and he was now being a big baby.

Taiyo’s blade slashed at the pitiful scarecrow in rapid motion continuously. He lost track of time as he was solely focused on venting his anger and dissatisfaction on the scarecrow. His skill rapid fury was constantly activated. His slashes were so powerful that they created a gust of wind every time he swung his sword.

It was not until he was stopped by the NPC instructor that he realised that he has completed the basic training.

“Well done, young chap! You have completed the basic training! Your perseverance and effort is admirable. In recognition of your swordsmanship and effort, I place these twin swords in your hands and hope that they will aid you greatly. You will be able to identify this weapon as it is made for you. You may leave to embark on your journey!” the NPC boomed with a loud voice.

A pair of beautiful twin daggers appeared in front of Taiyo. They were black translucent blades with crimson engravings on the hilt of the daggers.

“Identify!” Taiyo said enthusiastically.

Twin Blades of the voidDescriptionTwin black blades made from obsidian crafted by a famous swordsmith. These daggers were brought to life with the hottest fires and smithed from a single obsidian ore. These blades can only be used together.RaritySuper rareDurability300/300Attack150

Taiyo could not believe that he had obtained such an A class item! The gamble was a great success! Ruka will be sure to thank him for this marvellous information! This weapon was more than enough to last him till level 80 and beyond. Taiyo no longer has to worry about getting a good weapon. All that he needs to do now is to learn magic and obtain a knight class. The knight class is surprisingly one of the rare classes to obtain in this game due to the unknown requirements needed to unlock it.

“Thank you, Sendou-san! Do you know how I might get a knight class?” Taiyo asked. Taiyo wanted to become a knight as it is the most versatile class that can learn skill of other classes like blacksmith and apothecary which will be very useful on his travel. However, the most important part is that he will be able to help his beloved Ruka in all areas and maybe Ruka will look up to him like a hero.

“You can earn the knight class if you are worthy of it! There is no sure method to get it. You are a bright young chap! I am sure that you will attain it in due time.” Sendou- san said, as he returned to the training centre.

Left with these cryptic words, Taiyo was clueless and frustrated on what to do in order to earn the knight class, for without it he will not be able to learn multiple skills from different jobs. It was a big huddle to overcome. The requirements of the various classes was a secret undisclosed by Inspire!. It was rumoured to be based on quests completed and skill sets. The best bet for Taiyo to attain the knight class is through completing quest related to saving people or defending villages. However, lacking in magic and defence, these quest are impossible to complete.

Having left with no other option, but to learn magic and strengthen his defence, Taiyo needed to learn some spells for attack and defence as good armour and battle gears are still too expensive for Taiyo to pay for with the starting 100 Gold or 100G. To learn spells, intelligence(INT) is needed, each spell has a minimum requirement to meet in order to learn it.

“Show Status!”

Status WindowNameTaiyoElementFireRaceElfLevel1ClassNoneTitleNoneHealth100Mana100Vitality3Hunger88%Strength43Agility36Attractiveness15Intelligence10Leadership0Luck0Attack23+150Defence0Magic resistanceWater5%Fire0%Wind0%Earth0%Dark0%

“Hmmm… my INT(intelligence) is lacking… Wait! My hunger level is so high! I better eat the bread before the starvation penalty sets in.”

Taiyo took out the last few pieces of bread from his inventory and began to eat it. Having ate it for the past few days during the basic training, the novelty of tasting food in a game has worn off. The bread was dry and tasteless. Taiyo was getting very sick of eating it. However, he has more important problems to face like how to raise his INT and his lack of food supplies.

Taiyo walked towards the market as he pondered about it.

“Bread! Get your freshly baked bread!” A chubby Italian NPC called out.

“How much is the bread?” Taiyo asked as he looked at the assortment of bread on the stall.

“White bread is 10G, French bread 8G and croissant 5G! It’s very cheap, sir!” the NPC replied joyfully.

“I will take 10 loaves of white bread.” Taiyo replied after some thought.

Bread was the cheapest type of food one can purchase. The other types of food were too expensive for a beginner to eat. Although the other types of bread were cheaper, Taiyo decided to buy white bread. He used his identification skill to compare the satisfaction level of the 3 bread and discovered that white bread can decrease hunger by 10% more than the other two types of bread. Thus, buying white bread will help him to save cost in the long run.

As he walked along the streets, he came across a library in the town square which was very peculiar in a game. Why would anyone waste time reading when they can be slaying monsters and levelling up in the game? Just then an idea struck him! In his favourite fanfic, the main character increased his INT by reading books found in the game. Maybe it will work for him too!

Taiyo pushed open the wooden doors of the library and entered into the main reading area. The library was practically empty, with the exception of the elderly elf sitting at the front desk. The grey haired elf was deeply engrossed in his work and did not realised Taiyo had entered the building. On the desk of the glasses-wearing elder, was the NPC’s job plate or job title- Head Librarian. Taiyo decided to approach the elf for information.

“Hi, can I read the books in here?” Taiyo asked the bespectacled head librarian.

“EH!...Yes, you may, young man. However, you would require the skill of reading. Reading books in the library is free but borrowing a book for a week requires a fee of 100G. Take your time, young man and enjoy the fun of reading.” The grey haired elf smiled and replied after recovering from his initial shock. Visitors were a very rare sight in the library.

You have gained a new skill

“Show Skills”

Skill nameRapid FurySkill RankBeginnerSkill Level5Skill Experience11.3%DescriptionDeals an onslaught of damage to your enemiesEffect22% increase in speed and strength

22% decrease in stamina when in use

Skill nameDual BladeSkill RankBeginnerSkill Level8Skill Experience6.6%DescriptionDeals a greater amount of damage to your enemies, however this skill can only be used when equipped with dual blades and a shield cannot be equipped.EffectAllows 2 blades to be used at the same time

Attack power increase by 128%

Skill nameReadingSkill RankBeginnerSkill Level1Skill Experience0%DescriptionThis skill is a basic skill that can be learned by all. The world of books will broaden your knowledge and many secrets lies in the world of books. However, many people overlook this skill as it seems useless much to the dismay of the librarians.EffectAllows you to read any book in your own race’s language

Skill nameIdentificationSkill RankBeginnerSkill Level1Skill Experience12.0%DescriptionThis skill allow you to identify itemsEffectAllows the identification of a limited range of items

Taiyo then head over to the section for elves on the second floor. The library was much like his school library with two floors. The first floor was books for Orcs and ghouls, while the second floor is for humans and elves. The library had a European feel to it, with wooden shelves and flooring. The only thing that gave it away that it was in a game was the magic orbs laminating the place. It was a very curious sight to behold. Small fireballs encaged within these transparent sphere that were floating near the ceiling, along the corridors and above the shelves.

“I cannot believe I’m studying in a game too! And its the holidays! I thought I will finally have a break after becoming the valedictorian. Hai….Once an honour student always an honour student….Now it’s time to hit the books! Let’s see… magic’s guide, basic sword techniques 101, Elves beautiful but deadly?!”

“What’s with these books!” Taiyo exclaimed in surprise.

“While for the time being, there is no harm in reading some of them. Is still need to read enough books to raise my INT to a comfortable amount in order to learn intermediate spells. However, time is precious, I should read only the more useful books like this magic’s guide or this apothecary 101.”

Thus, Taiyo spent the night reading these interesting books…

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