Author's Note
Just a concept pitch, tell me what you think, and, as per usual, what I did wrong.
Chapter 1: Gaming World
Dear Diary,
Today i died, the end.
Just kidding, this story isn't even halfway done, I've got years of misery ahead of me. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Jackson, Jackson Krul. I'm a Gamer, and this is my story
Here I am, floating around in an endless void of white light, you see, I'm pretty sure I'm dead. This must be Purgatory, the world between world's, the afterlife's waiting room.
"Not quite my child," rang a soft motherly voice "But a good guess nonetheless."
"Then where am I?"
"You are dead, but it appears you're not supposed to be, how peculiar that he'd send you to me," said the voice softly.
"Who's 'He' exactly?"
The voice giggled "God, well the God of Your Universe."
"There's more than one God?"
"Well yes, but actually no," replied the voice.
"Care to explain?"
"Existence is broken up into twelve universes, each of these universes was created by a 'God.' I am the creator of a universe more commonly known as as 'Equus.' A universe you will soon cohabitate in."
"So you're sending me to your universe?"
"Yep! Though I'm not sure why Deus sent you here as apposed to simply resurrecting you. Then again, he's REALLY lazy, so it makes sense," replied the voice with a jovial tone.
I laughed in return.
"I don't mind, I needed a new Champion anyway, someone to look after and care for my youngest daughter. In the end, it's less work for me to do. The real problem I'm facing is, what abilities do I give you? Mind if I peruse your mind for a minute?"
"Aren't you a, you know, Omnipotent Goddess, do you really need to ask my permission on anything," I asked curiously.
"I don't like revoking free-will, so yes, I do have to ask permission, don't want to be charged for Mind Rape, now do I?"
"That makes sense, alright, sure go ahead and molest my mind," I replied jokingly.
"I'll be gentle," she said giggling.
I felt a sudden surge of energy rip through my body, but it didn't hurt, it actually felt rather soothing.
"Hmm, you seem to have a massive fascination for these "Games," as well as magic, yes... this will do nicely."
"So, was it good for you too?"
She giggled "Hush, I'm beginning the construction of your physical body, so relax, and try not to make me laugh, breaking my concentration could result in dire consequences."
"Can I at least get your name?"
"Faust, it's a pleasure."
My body started to feel hot, like Angelina Jolie levels of hot. Soon the white background faded, and a distorted myriad of colors started swirling around me.
Good Luck, you're gonna need it."
My vision instantly darkened.
I awoke shortly after in a long corridor. Large windows to my left, and tables with flowers on top, to my right. The corridor was ornate, white walls with gold inlays. Quite the sight to behold.
A screen popped up in my face.
Welcome Gamer to Equestria, your stats will now by configured.
After a few seconds I heard a ding, and the screen changed.
Jackson Krul
Title: None
Race: Human
Racial Ability: Absorb's 25% of a Spell directed towards you, and converts it to usable Magicka.
Class: Battle Mage
Subclass: ???
Level: 1
Health: 100
Magicka: 100
Stamina: 100
Strength: 10
Endurence: 5
Agility: 7
Wisdom: 10
Intelligence: 15
Luck: 2
Spells:
Chameleon Lv 1: Turns the caster invisible for 30 seconds
Cost: 25 Mana
Arcane Blast Lv 1: Shoot forth a bolt of destructive magical energy, dealing 25 points of Magical Damage.
Cost: 10 Mana
Equipment:
Basic Leather Armor Set (Level F Armor)
One Hundred Page Spellbook Lv 1 (Class SS item)
"This... is all super surreal," I muttered.
"Did you hear that," said a voice down the hall.
"Let's go investigate," said another voice.
Coming around a corner, spears in hand, were two four foot tall, bipedal pony creatures.
"Halt, state your business here in Canterlot Castle Creature!"
"I come in peace, take me to your leader," I replied, holding up two Spock hand signs.
"Come with us, and no funny business!"
I tower over these little guys, so cute. I decide to comply with their demands, but as we were walking, I noticed a bubble over each of their heads. They read as followed.
Silver Hoof: Lv 14 Guardsmare
Iron Shield: Lv 12 Guardstallion
A sudden ding attracted my attention to the screen in front of me.
New ability learned "Observe." By looking at a person or object, you can learn more about them, the higher your level, the more you can learn.
Huh, that'll be useful.
I soon came upon a set of double doors, the two guards stationed at each side opened them without a word. Walking down a stupidly long, and obserdly open room, lead me to the foot of a small flight of stairs, with a tone at the top. Sitting upon that throne, was a very surprised looking white pony. This pony was taller than the others, much taller. Standing at about six foot even, a few inches taller than myself. She wore a simply flowing yellow sundress, a large gold necklace with a purple stone embedded in it, and a gold tiara.
This mare radiated energy like a star, a very calm, and oddly soothing star.
"Sup," I gave a curt greeting, one that seemed to amuse her.
I cast observe on her, and oh god is she OP.
Celestia, Princess of the Sun: Lv 69 Battlemage
I'd be fucked if she suddenly decided she didn't like me.
"How odd, it has been several thousand years since I have laid eyes upon a human, to what do I owe this pleasure," she asked eyeing me curiously.
"I, well, I've been sent on a mission by an omnipotent goddess to save her daughter, " I replied honestly, shaking in my boots.
Now, when I said she radiated power, I mean she RADIATED power, my body felt so heavy under her almost motherly gaze.
"I'm guessing my mother sent you," she asked smirking.
"Faust?"
The mare sighed.
"Really wish she'd warn me about these things, I would have dressed better if I knew I'd be getting a visitor."
"Am I in trouble?"
"Depends, have you committed any crimes," she asked raising a brow.
"No, I don't believe so."
Celestia twiddled her fingers on the armrests of her throne, her gaze suddenly much more harsh.
"Do you intend to," she asked, her voice cold like ice.
"No, not at all."
"Then you are not in trouble, so long as things stay that way."
I swallowed hard, finding the ground far more interesting than the Princess sitting before me. I feel like I just got chewed out by my mother.
"With that out of the way, what is your name?"
"Jackson, Jackson Krul, it's a pleasure to meet you."
"I am Princess Celestia, the feeling is mutual."
"Now, come with me, we shall discuss this privately, guards, you are dismissed."
She's scary, but doesn't seem inherently mean, just a bit stern.
God I hope I don't piss her off.
To Be Continued.....