Amidst the vibrant tableau of city life—couples whispering sweet nothings, playful pets frolicking with their owners, and students drifting homeward, their laughter echoing in the air—a solitary figure sat on a park bench, his blonde hair catching the sunlight. Adam gazed skyward, his expression a serene mask veiling a distant yearning, as if seeking answers hidden beyond the azure canvas.
'So, you're finally here, huh? My long-awaited golden ticket,' Adam mused, his thoughts echoing as a silent conversation.
[Affirmative, Mr. Adam! I am Rosy, your designated golden finger! My consciousness was integrated by ROB to replace the original system inside 0-08!]
A sigh escaped Adam's lips. Seven years. Seven years of wandering, of trying to decipher the enigma of his new reality. And now, finally, his "golden finger" had arrived.
Despair had been a familiar companion when he first realized he was trapped in the world of Honkai Impact 3rd. Relief washed over him, a momentary reprieve from the dread of Lord of Mysteries, where mere knowledge could be a death sentence. Yet, Honkai was far from a sanctuary.
'At least it's not GGZ,' he thought, shuddering. That cursed world, where humanity was but a plaything for cosmic entities. Nor was it the grim darkness of Warhammer; a universe he knew little about, save for its reputation as a crucible of suffering.
But Honkai Impact 3rd was no paradise. Compared to the myriad worlds ROB could have chosen, this was a high-stakes gamble. DxD? He could have simply sought refuge in a distant land, far from the plot's machinations. One Piece? Relatively safe, as long as one steered clear of the pirate's path. Even Bleach offered a semblance of normalcy, provided one remained detached from the supernatural undercurrents.
'If this is like those transmigration stories, shouldn't I get some starting gear?' Adam pondered, deciding to personify the system. 'Some kind of beginner's luck?'
[Of course! Here's your starter pack! Open it to see what wonderful gifts my creator, ROB, has prepared for you!] Rosy's voice bubbled with an almost childish enthusiasm, as if she were more eager than he to unveil the contents.
A soft chuckle escaped Adam's lips as he glanced at his wristwatch. 'Patience,' he reminded himself.
'Let's wait until I get home,' he muttered. 'If I start jumping around like a kid, I'd rather do it in private.'
The walk to his modest apartment took half an hour. Once inside, he settled down, the anticipation building with each breath.
'Alright, Rosy. Let's see what we've got. Open it.'
[Congratulations, Host! You have received the following gifts from my creator, §€π¢÷!]
• Sealed Artifact 0-08: The Quill of Alzuhood
- Enhanced by §€π¢÷, extending its range to a worldwide scale.
• Visionary Uniqueness
- Watered down by §€π¢÷ to maintain balance within the Honkai world.
• Enhanced Intelligence
- Your cognitive abilities have been buffed by §€π¢÷, making your intellect comparable to the Infinity of the Flame-Chasers and Dr. MEI of the Previous Era. The name "Adam" will be remembered throughout history.
• Herrscher-level Honkai Resistance
- §€π¢÷ noticed your resistance was worse than that of a pig (0.001). This gift boosts it to Herrscher-level resistance.
[Once again, congratulations, Host! These are the blessings of my creator, §€π¢÷!]
A genuine smile graced Adam's face. 'ROB really knows how to spoil a guy,' he mused. For the first time in seven years, a surge of elation coursed through him, a feeling he had almost forgotten.
"Oh hey, Rosy, quick question," Adam said, summoning the Quill of Alzuhood. The ornate pen materialized in his hand, catching the dim light of the room. It was exactly as he remembered from the original story: elegant, enigmatic, and radiating a subtle power.
[Ask away, Host Adam! I'll answer to the best of my abilities!]
"How long until the main plot kicks off? My memory of Honkai Impact 3rd is a bit hazy. I've mostly read fanfics, not the actual game." He twirled the quill between his fingers, his gaze fixed on the intricate details, waiting for Rosy's reply.
[Hmm… If my readings of your memories are accurate, Host, the main story should commence within a week, at most.]
Adam's brow furrowed. Even with the gifts bestowed upon him, caution remained ingrained in his being. Not from a fear of survival, but from a burning desire to be an active participant in the unfolding narrative. Curiosity gnawed at him, urging him to dive headfirst into the chaos, not to cower in the shadows.
"Tch… so the Third Honkai Eruption is just around the corner," he muttered, his gaze drifting towards the window, overlooking the oblivious city. People strolled, laughed, and lived, blissfully unaware of the impending cataclysm that threatened to shatter their world.
"All these peaceful days… they're just the calm before the storm, the prelude to the third disaster this era will face."
For the first time since his transmigration, Adam felt the full weight of his choices. The narrative was his to shape, to mold, to guide. The main plot would undoubtedly unfold, but he would ensure that some of those destined to perish… would live.
For him, that was the only reasonable course of action.
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I'm gonna rewrite this fanfic because I'm bored and I don't like the recent chapter of the fanfiction I'm translating plus I'm reading a new fanfiction I like I will see if it's goodness is gonna be maintened and translate it if not then okay I will try and continue to update this fic for once a month or once a week