Chapter 2

As if having been afforded the time to familiarize themselves with their status screen, the system continued its explanation.

In the grander realm of existence, all power stems from Forces, abstract concepts that govern the universe. These Forces dictate the very fabric of reality, influencing both natural phenomena and metaphysical constructs. They are divided into three tiers based on their scale, impact, and relevance to existence.

Supreme Forces

These remain as the overarching cosmic forces, such as Chaos, Time, Space, Light, and Darkness. They transcend all others and do not require additional categories, as they encompass everything beneath them.

Grand Forces (Major Forces)

Grand Forces are the broader, universal categories under which Minor Forces exist:

Elemental Forces (Natural)

Abstract Forces (Unnatural)

Cosmic Forces (Natural/Unnatural Hybrids)

Minor Forces

Minor Forces are the more specialized, localized expressions of the Grand Forces. They offer variety and adaptability, while also providing clear paths for evolution.

Derived from Fire

Derived from Water

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Derived from Wind

Derived from Earth

Derived from Lightning

Derived from Abstract Forces

Hybrid Minor Forces

Hybrid Minor Forces are combinations of elements or concepts, giving rise to unique expressions:

Potential Force Evolution Path

Each Minor Force has an evolutionary trajectory depending on its alignment and the wielder's mastery:

Everyone calmly took their time to digest the information just presented about Forces and Aether by the System, occasionally glancing at their own status screens as if to compare their Forces with the details provided.

Following this revelation, the participants were unsure why the System chose to mention these aspects, that is, the System highlighted that some Forces are significantly more powerful than others. If these Forces were to be ranked, many participants could make an educated guess about which ones would be at the top. However, intriguingly and unbeknownst to the participants, the System chose to reveal the weakest known Force in the multiverse—Breeze.

As for the unfortunate individual aligned with the Breeze Force, he once again found himself perched atop a tree. The reason for his elevated position was prowling just below—a wolf-like creature. It was considerably larger than any wolf found on Earth and far more mischievous than seemed necessary.

Oh, but best believe, for every second Kei was up in that tree, he ran his mouth. Forget there being a language barrier between human and monster, the wolf understood the intention of every word he rattled off.