A System Shop suddenly unlocked, and Yakuchi Kei instantly remembered this thing called the System Shop.
He had noticed a "System Shop" that was locked in the system panel before, but he wasn't sure how to unlock it, so he hadn't paid much attention to it.
Now that it was unlocked, he definitely wanted to see what was inside.
Host: Yakuchi Kei
Identity: Human
Age: 18
Fusion Target: Uchiha Madara
Fusion Progress: Lv2 (87/500)
Equipment: B-rank Quinque "Thorn", B-rank Quinque "Hiruko 1/76"
Abilities: Three-Tomoe Sharingan, Hashirama cells Lv2, Taijutsu Lv2, B-rank Ninjutsu "Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation", B-rank Ninjutsu "Fire Release: Great Fire Destruction", B-rank Ninjutsu "Fire Release: Ash Pile Burning"...
Fusion Points: 313
System Shop
When Yakuchi Kei opened the system panel, he could indeed see that the [System Shop] at the bottom was in an unlocked state.
With a thought, the System Shop automatically opened.
System Shop Lv1
Item 1: white mask
Details: The mask worn by Uchiha Obito when he disguised himself as Uchiha Madara. Wearing it grants a 10% overall buff, including Taijutsu, ocular power, Ninjutsu power, total Chakra, and the effects of Hashirama cells.
Price: 10 Fusion Points
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Item 2: Scythe
Details: A ninja tool that complements the uchiha fan, mostly used as a "cane", but its power is still not to be underestimated, far stronger than B-rank Quinque.
Price: 100 Fusion Points
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Item 3: uchiha fan (Blaze Fan)
Details: Made from the branches of the Divine Tree, it is incredibly hard and not easily damaged. It comes with the Ninjutsu "Uchiha Return", which can absorb attacks and convert them into wind-attribute energy to reflect them back (modified version). Its strength is comparable to SSS-rank Koukaku Quinque.
Price: 500 Fusion Points
Note: When accumulated Fusion Points reach 3000, the System Shop can be upgraded to Lv2.
Although there were only three items currently, they all seemed very useful.
According to the system's description, more items would become available when the System Shop was upgraded.
Yakuchi Kei felt that among the items currently available, the white mask had the highest cost-effectiveness, costing only 10 Fusion Points to give him a 10% overall buff.
The Scythe and uchiha fan were both more expensive, and while they were definitely worth their price, he couldn't afford them yet.
He currently had a total of 313 Fusion Points, so the 500-point uchiha fan was out of the question for now, and he wasn't considering the 100-point Scythe either; his two B-rank Quinque would suffice for the time being.
As for why the uchiha fan was noted as a "modified version," it was because there was no Chakra or Ninjutsu in this world, and without modification, the uchiha fan wouldn't be able to absorb the attacks of people in this world.
Ding! The host has purchased "white mask", consuming 10 Fusion Points. Current remaining Fusion Points: 303!
Yakuchi Kei first acquired the "white mask." He would consider the Scythe and uchiha fan later when his Fusion Points were more abundant. For now, he wanted to prioritize increasing his fusion progress to Lv3.
Normally, by then, his Three-Tomoe Sharingan should evolve into the Mangekyo Sharingan, and this evolution would be a massive enhancement to his overall strength.
After the purchase, the "white mask" automatically appeared in the [Equipment] section.
Equipment: white mask, B-rank Quinque "Thorn", B-rank Quinque "Hiruko 1/76"
As long as Yakuchi Kei thought about it, the white mask would appear directly in his hand.
However, he certainly wouldn't take it out at this moment, as there were other people watching.
"It's named 'Thorn', right? Alright, and this is a Bikaku-type Quinque, also quite suitable for new Investigators."
At this moment, the experimental staff said.
The characteristics of Bikaku are not only reflected in Ghouls but also in "Quinque."
It means that it has neither significant advantages nor disadvantages; its lethality and defense are very balanced, making it the most balanced among the four types of Kagune.
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Although Yakuchi Kei had exterminated more than one Ghoul in the 24th Ward at that time, the CCG Experimental Building only gave him one Quinque.
This was normal, as Quinque are difficult to use, and most Investigators are only capable of using one Quinque, and even then, they might not fully understand how to use it.
Individuals like Arima Kishou, who can simultaneously use two Quinque with both hands, are extremely rare.
As for "Poison Scorpion 1/56" and "Hiruko 1/76," which are originally made from one Kagune into dozens of small Quinque, they are not included.
Yakuchi Kei left the CCG Experimental Building, carrying the briefcase containing "Thorn."
"When going on missions, you must always carry your Quinque case with you. If needed, you can hide it with something else. I remember Mr. Arima used to put his Quinque briefcase in a violin case so that it wouldn't alert Ghouls during investigations."
At this moment, Ihei Shirazu spoke to Yakuchi Kei like a senior.
But, to be fair, in terms of seniority, Ihei Shirazu was indeed his senior.
"Thank you for the reminder, I will keep it in mind."
Yakuchi Kei nodded.
"Mr. Kei is only going to the 19th Ward with Senior Ui tomorrow, right? We still have plenty of time today, how about we go out and have some fun on the streets?"
Ihei Shirazu suggested.
"Sounds good. It seems your Zero Squad doesn't have many missions these past two days."
Yakuchi Kei replied.
"Actually, we haven't been very busy all along."
Ihei Shirazu said with a smile.
The Zero Squad generally doesn't deploy easily, and even when they do, they resolve things incredibly quickly, thanks to Arima Kishou's presence.
They usually spend more time investigating in the 24th Ward, engaging in a long-term "whack-a-mole" game with Aogiri Tree. However, Arima Kishou's true identity is the Aogiri Tree's true One-Eyed King, and he does this to stall for time. The Washuu Family's mission for him is to exterminate Aogiri Tree, but he certainly won't actually do so.
At this moment, Ihei Shirazu asked Ihei Hairu next to him, "Sister Ihei? Want to come along?"
"Sure."
Ihei Hairu nodded with a smile.
When strolling on the street, Yakuchi Kei and the other two did not carry their Quinque briefcases; they only brought portable Quinque like daggers and short swords.
Although the 1st Ward was also a very chaotic area where Ghouls ran rampant, they certainly wouldn't dare to openly attack people in broad daylight, as there were also many Investigators stationed there.
Afterward, they just went shopping and ate some desserts, not doing anything particularly special.
However, he could sense that Ihei Hairu's gaze occasionally lingered on him for a while, and he knew it must be because of Arima Kishou.
At this moment, Ihei Hairu was observing him again.
"..."
Yakuchi Kei pretended not to know anything.