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Nero woke up, his heart heavy with both love aache as he gazed at the naked form beside him. He focused on his memories, attempting to make sense of the events that had occurred the night prior. As he thought, he soon reeled ba shock.
A night before, when he felt lost for a sed, a soul merged with his. It was a soul from another world, that was to take his body. But for some reason, it didn’t happen.
The soul that had merged with his was that of a lonely man named Nero Prince, who had lived a life of great hardship and sorrow.
"This world is nothing but a work of fi," he thought to himself, still reeling from the shock of disc the true nature of his existence. When Prince was a child, he had always escaped from reality by immersing himself in various fantasy worlds, including the Marvel Universe. As Nero delved deeper into his new memories, more and more details filled his mind.
"It's the year 2006, and there are still a couple of years before Tony Stark bees Iron Man," Nero realized, "From that point on, the world will be thrown into turmoil. But is this the Marvel ematiiverse or the ic book world? If it is the tter, which version is it? The Maggia was mentioned mostly ih-616, but there were other versions as well. What if this is an alternate universe?"
Nero's mind was rag, and as if sensing his panic, Maria stirred beside him and offered him a gentle smile, calming his nerves slightly. "I ot be sure if these memories are true or not," Nero admitted, "I must firm their veracity before I act upon them."
As Nero was lost ihoughts, a voice suddenly echoed in his mind. [Wele to the Family System!] A holographic s appeared in front of him, interrupting his thoughts. Maria, who was lying beside him, looked at him with as he frowned.
"Baby, what's wrong?" she asked.
As Nero y there deep in thought, he couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude towards Maria for being there with him. Despite all the uainty in his life, he khat he loved her deeply, and that she loved him just as mu return. He gently stroked her hair and whispered a soft "I love you" before leaning in for a tender kiss.
For a few moments, the world around them faded away as they lost themselves in each other's embrace, ed up in the warmth and fort of their love. But eventually, the reality of Nero's situation came crashing back, and he khat he had much work to do if he was to ever find pead redemption for his family's tragic past.
"There are some things I o tell you," Nero replied, taking a deep breath before expining everything to her. Maria listetentively, her blue eyes widening in disbelief as he spoke. Maria was the love of his life, and there was no way he would keep anything from her. He thought to keep it secret to protect her, but that would only cause more strife in their lives. They had been together for years, and he was trusting her more than anything. He trusted her more than anyone, and he knew she deserved to know the truth.
"It's..." Maria said, still trying to e to terms with everything Nero had just told her.
“Unbelievable?” Nero chuckled.
Maria couldn't help but giggle at his rea. "Yeah, that's one way to put it."
Suddenly, Maria yelped as she tried to touch where the holographic s should have been. "Nero, I see it too!" she excimed.
Nero's eyes widened in surprise as he watched the s ge in respoo Maria's touch. [Since Master decided to trust his panion, the system has appeared in front of her to avoid any misuanding,] the s read.
"What are you?" Maria asked, her eyes fixed on the s.
[The system is a cheat system desigo assist the master. Normally, it is awakened by the soul of a person who died oh, but sihat soul was unwilling to take Master's pd ruin his happiness, this opportunity assed onto the current master,] the system replied.
"You mean Prince didn't fail, but gave up?" Nero asked, his voice filled with shock.
[Yes, Master. Prince felt your happiness and love for Maria, and decided not to ruin it for both of you. Even if he repced you and had all your memories, he could ruly be you. It would be cruel to put you both through that. Thus, he chose to die instead,] the system expined.
Nero felt a pang of sadness in his heart as he thought about Prince's sacrifice. He had been given the opportunity to take everything Nero cherished away from him, but instead, he had chosen to give up his own life to proteero's happiness. "I promise I will make the most of this life, Nero Prince. I will never betray your sacrifice," Nero said, silently praying for Prince's soul.
Maria pced a hand on his shoulder, him fort and support. "We'll get through this together," she said, her voice filled with love aermination.
In the few mihe system started to expin its funs to Nero and Maria. There weren’t many things it could do but for now, the thing it gave to Nero, was still gobsmag.
Nero couldn't believe his ears as the Family System expis abilities to him. He was the head of the family and the carrier of the Fme of Sky, granting him all the powers and abilities of Vongo Giotto. This was all so overwhelming and fusing, but he knew he had to make the most of it.
"Character Cards?" Nero repeated, trying to his head around the cept. "I gain loyalty from characters from other universes?"
[Yes, Master,] the Family System firmed. "Upon pleting achievements, you earn character, ability or item cards that be used to summon or ie them. These characters will be pletely loyal to you."
Nero's mind was rag with possibilities. He could have the Yonkou, Akatsuki, the Justice League, or even the gods of different fi on his side. The thought was both exg and daunting.
"And what about Item Cards?" Nero asked, eager to learn more about the system's abilities.
[Item Cards are rewards for achievements, simir to character cards,] the Family System expined. [They allow you to materialize items from other universes in this pne of existehis includes ons, gadgets, and even vehicles.]
Nero was beginning to uand the scope of his powers. With the ability to summon characters and materialize items from other universes, he could truly bee unstoppable. However, he khat with great power came great danger. He would have to choose his family wisely aow them with rings and equipment.
"I have a lot to learn," Nero admitted to the Family System. "But I promise to use this power for my and my family’s happiness and never betray the sacrifice that Nero Prince made."
The holographic s disappeared as the Family System withdrew from Nero's sciousness. Maria looked at him with in her eyes, and Nero knew he had to expihing to her. He took a deep breath and began to tell her about the Family System and the incredible powers that he now possessed.
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Nero and Maria stood outside an old, abandoned warehouse. Nero was still trying to e to terms with the fact that he had been given a cheat system, while Maria was excited to see what he could do.
"Nero, this is amazing!" Maria excimed as she gazed at the old building. "What are you going to try first?"
"I want to try the Sky Fme, an ability from another universe," Nero replied with a strange look on his face. "I've been cheg up on it, and I think I have a pretty good idea of what it do."
"Alright, let's get started," Maria said with a smile as she followed Nero into the warehouse.
As they made their way through the dark corridors of the building, Nero could feel the Sky Fme within him beginning to stir. It was a strange feeling, I am not Giotto. My powers are different from his. Nor am I Vongo Sey Sky Fmes feel different, her soft or hard, her calm nor wrath.
Finally, they reached a rge open area, and Nero khat this was the perfect pce to test his abilities. He closed his eyes and focused on the Sky Fme within him. Slowly but surely, he could feel the energy building up inside of him. Soon, e fmes came out of his hands and forehead, giving him a regal look.
“Wow! Baby, you are on fire.” Maria said with a giggle.
“Wanna feel how hot I am for you?” Nero followed suit.
“Hmm? No, maybe some other time.” She stuck her to as she moved back.
He closed his eyes as he focused, he then opened his eyes a out a shout. A burst of fme shot out from his hand, lighting up the entire room. It was like trolling a fmethrower, but in a much more finesse way? It was a strange feeling. Thanks to Prince’s memories, he knew what he could do, thus his experiment was going smoothly.
"Wow, Nero! That was amazing!" Maria excimed, clearly impressed.
Nero grinned, feeling a rush of excitement. He had never felt so powerful before.
"Let me try something else," he said, and closed his eyes once again. This time, he focused on the warmth of the sun and the fertility of rain. He could feel the Sky Fme responding to his and, and soon a soft, warm breeze began to blow around them.
Maria shivered in delight as she felt the warmth of the breeze. "This is incredible, Nero! You really are amazing."
So, this is the power of harmony fire. I enpass all the other fmes. This must be the core of Zero Point Breakthrough: Revised, the main character in the anime came up with that allowing him to absorb other powers. It is a mouthful, I will call it Absorb.
[Achievement Unlocked: Test your powers;
Ih of supreme, you took your first step. Testing your powers is the first step of your jouro the top.
Rewards: Random Character Card (F Tier) x 1, Random Character Card (E Tier) x2, Random Ability (E++ Tier)x1]
“Hmm?” Nero looked at the s as he frowned.
“What happened babe?” Maria asked as she came closer. As he was close to Nero, she too started to see the s.
“Sorel, what are those tiers?” She asked. Last night, after lengthy discussion, they decided to he system Sorel. Si was a family system, and they were going to create a big family, the system needed a title too. She was looking after all of them although it was Nero’s system, so Maria suggested this name. Nero had no problem with it. Sorel meant sister in Italian, it fits the theme too.
[Tier system is power base distin between characters, items and abilities throughout the multiverse. F Tier is the lowest.] Sorel answered.
“ you give an example about tiers please?” Nero asked with a frown.
[Sure, F Tier is a tier corresponding tur human ability in all multiverses aier is the peak of Earth level. For example master tier cookih level swordsmanship, marksmanship, driving ability…
Some of the fi with peak abilities of aforementioned abilities are D Tier. For example Shokugeki no Soma level cooking would be D Tier. D Tier is a tier corresponding also beyond human abilities. For example the most basic magical abilities in Harry Potter World.]
“Magical abilities are D Tier?” Maria asked in shock.
[You must uand, Big Sis Maria. Magical abilities in the Harry Potter Universe are bound by rules. With such strict regutions, their powers and tiers correspond to D Tier pared to the other abilities of the same css.] Sorel answered.
“What about Eldritch Magic of the Marvel Universe then?” hen asked to have a clear idea.
“There is magi our world?” Maria asked with yelp. He expihe universe they were living in was Marvel, thus she made the e.
“That and much more.” Nero sighed. He still could not believe he was living in a fi world. Or, a person oh where Prince lived, learned what happened in his universe in some peculiar way and made them ic books. After all, he was a living person.
[The tier of Eldritch Magi the Marvel Universe would likely be at least an S Tier.
Eldritch Magic of the Marvel Universe is extremely powerful and is capable of maniputiy, time, and space. It is also capable of altering the fabric of the universe and affect multiple dimensions aies. The practitioners of Eldritch Magi the Marvel Universe, such as Doctor Strange and The A One, have demonstrated immense power and are sidered among the most powerful characters in the Marvel Universe.] Sorel said.
“How about Batman then?” Nero asked.
[Peak human level abilities such as strength, agility, and endurance would fall under E Tier, as these are abilities that are attainable by real-life humans at their physical peak.
Batman's intelled detective skills would fall under pseudo-D Tier, as these are skills that are beyond the abilities of most humans but not at the level of superhuman abilities.
Batman's bat skills, which are often portrayed as being at a level beyond even the best real-world martial artists, would likely be cssified as pseudo-D Tier as well.
Batmaensive gadgetry and equipment would likely fall under pseudo-D Tier as well, as they are advanced beyond what is currently possible with real-world teology, but not on the level of more supernatural or reality-ing abilities.
However, when it es to Batman's reputation as a legendary crimefighter, strategist, and tacti, he would likely be cssified as a high C Tier or low B Tier character.]
“Isn't the level of teology in this world the same as Dero asked with a frown.
[It is true that the peak teology of this world is the same, maybe higher, than the DC world, but that is not accessible by regur people. Only the elite few access that teology, and that is why there is only one Iron Man.] Sorel said.
“That makes sense.” Nero nodded, “Alright, use all the cards, and show me what I have got.”
