Let's break the game Chapter 1, a rwby fanfic

Notes at the end.

Chapter 1: Welcome to the game

Congratulations! You have been selected to acquire the [Gamer] Ability! Unfortunately, your body was destroyed beyond our repair, so you can't use it in your old world OR New world.

'… What?' A blue box appeared in front of me, reminiscent to that of an RPG window.

Due to this complication, we have already selected a world you are familiar with to restart your life with the [Gamer] Ability at hand! You will have to fight, however.

'Can we back up here a little? What is going on? One second I'm driving down the highway, next I'm here being told I have this… Ability. What is going on?' I think, taking a quick glance at my surroundings, lo and behold, absolutely nothing except the screen.

In your old world and body, you were absolutely creamed by a Semi truck that blew a tire going 70. Unfortunately it was hauling gasoline, causing an explosion that vaporized both of you!

'Oh. Why don't I remember this?' I ask, racking my brain for the memory.

We have determined that allowing you this memory will cause Post traumatic stress disorder, and have opted to remove it.

Now you have your answers, please choose ONE of the Items below!

A new screen popped up, having small Icons and text explaining each of the items.

Crown of Healing- +5% passive Regeneration when equipped. -Unique, Common

Gauntlet of Endurance- +5 END when Equipped. -Unique, Common

Random Item box- Gives you ONE RANDOM Item. One time use. -Unique, Rare

Extra Life Token- Grants an extra life upon Death. One time use. -One of its kind- Legendary.

Speedy boots- adds a 1.5 multiplier with the ability Sprint. Multiplier increases with each AGI level. -Unique, Epic

Kind of a short list, but alright then. Can I ask a few questions before I choose?

Nope.

'Why not? You answered my questions before.'

Because we need to hurry along here. Please choose an Item!

Okay then. Well, It's pretty obvious that I'm taking the extra life. I assume that I only have one life, so long as I don't take up extra lives. Since Its classified as Legendary and Unique. 'Actually, What's up with the unique and legendary? Are those Qualities?'

When you acquire an Item, if your observe skill Is High enough (Right now you haven't started playing the game, so this does not apply.), you can see the Rarity and the Quality of the Item. Here's a list of the rarity and qualities!

Rarities:

Common: Everyday Items you could use or might find in your days as a person

Uncommon: Something less common that you might not find every day, but isn't too odd to see.

Rare: Something you don't see very day, people would pay good money to have this.

Epic: Its pretty damn epic to see these. Gotta be rich to have an Item like this.

Unique: You won't find this anywhere else except for a select few places. Most Warriors have this rarity weapon.

Legendary: The stuff of legends, highly unlikely to come across.

One of Its kind: Literally the only Item like this that exists on the face of the planet. Typically only granted by the system.

Qualites:

Broken: Pretty much worthless and useless.

Common: Most people can make something like this, or they have tons of these around.

Uncommon: Again, most people have something like this lying around.

Worn: An Item that's seen some wear and tear, but is still very trusty and reliable.

Rare: People tend to go wild for these. Sell for quite a bit and tend to be harder to break. Some low tier warriors have these weapons.

Excellent: A weapon made by a professional, typically the stuff that mid to high tier warriors use.

Legendary: Again, an Item of Legendary quality, pretty much unbreakable and priceless.

Relic: Don't even think about it. These Items are under speculation of existence. Finding one can grant you almost god-like abilities.

Okay then. Thanks for that. Still All of these Items are pretty good. Except the Item box. Fuck that. But the best is still the extra life. I bet those aren't given out like candy like in Mario. 'How do I choose one?'

Either reach out and select it or Say it aloud!

"Okay, I choose the Extra life token." The Item blinks and disappears off the list, changing the screen again.

Good! Now, please choose ONE perk! This perk cannot be changed, however, some perks can be gained later on.

Strong body: +10 STR. Stat modifier will increase as Level increases.

Infiltrationist: +10 to AGI. Skill Sneak is unlocked automatically.

Ambidextrous: +10 to DEX. You are proficient in both hands. Modifier Increases with your level.

Healthy body: +10 to VIT. +10% regeneration speed.

Durable: +15 to END. The amount of pain felt decreases according to your level.

Intellectual: +5 to INT. This stat increases twice as fast as others.

Wise guy: +15 to WIS. You can learn new skills faster.

Kind Aura: +10 to CHA. People have a positive opinion on you immediately.

Lucky: +10 to LCK. Your Luck doubles.

Shit. I can assume what most of these mean. Strength, Agility, Dexterity, Vitality, Endurance, Intelligence or Intellect, and Wisdom. So If I got that crown before I could have 15% faster regen speed, huh? Whatever. This depends on the class I want to play. While having higher strength is good, that modifier is awesome, It won't do any good If I don't have a weapon that can hold up. Agility is good all around, but that other part of the perk is kinda useless, seeing as I can probably learn that in an instant anyways. The dex… Dex builds are nice, I'll come back to that one. Vitality is always nice, but it might become useless If I make it to the late game, if I can just dodge attacks. The Endurance is beyond me. While I don't like pain in the slightest, just having it decrease could lead to problems, like if someone tries to stab me in the back while I'm not paying attention, I could think its a bee sting or something. Intelligence is always good, Especially If I want to be a caster. But I don't want to start casting, unless I could be a bard. That'd be sick. Wisdom. The Modifier is good, not to mention the sub skill…. Yeah that's good so far.

Then luck… I don't think I can raise luck at all naturally, but It gives me a modifier then says Its doubled. So Its +20? Then there's the base stat that I don't know yet… Not worth the risk.

So Its DEX or WIS. I do want to have some sort of DEX build going on, but that skills thing… Being ambidextrous is awesome and all, but I find learning skills a little bit more valuable. Even if I do end up learning every skill, that'll be in ages and ages.

"I choose Wise guy." I declare, watching the other options go by as I selected it.

Wise guy selected! Now, Choose a class!

"Hold on, Isn't it a little early to have me choose my class?"

Right now, you are choosing basic classes to use for your character backstory! We will get into specific classes later on.

Choose a class!

Fighter: The most basic type of warrior.

Rogue: A stealthy type, stealing or assassinating, Darkness is your ally!

Mage: You get a fireball, you get a fireball, EVERYBODY gets a fireball!

Ranger: So you don't like to get up close and personal, Huh?

Cleric: I have the power of God AND Anime on my side!

These descriptions are… Less than helpful. And these Icons here… They remind me of something… Upon closer inspection, the first one is of a helmetless knight with yellow hair, and the second is some cat girl with a sword.

"Shit, that first one is Jaune. Isn't it?"

Yes! Congratulations on figuring it out!

"Soo, Am I going to the RWBY world?"

Yes! Now, please choose a class!

Okay, pushy. I guess the fighting makes sense now. Since I'm more than likely going to be a huntsman

Honestly, I think I'll just go fighter for now. Its basic, I know, but the others just really not my thing. Sure, Rangers and mages are cool, but Arrows and memorizing spells aren't my thing. Nor am I the sneakiest dude ever. And Cleric… No. I don't have that patience.

"Let's go fighter."

Fighter chosen! Since you have chosen such a basic class, please choose a subroute for your backstory!

Knight: Protectors, mostly centered around taking more hits than those around them.

Barbarian: These fighters use their rage in combination with their weapons for maximum damage!

Brawler: Screw weapons! You're fighting with your bear Hands!

Swordsman: While you were fighting each other, I studied the blade. Mostly uses swords in an attack based build.

Reaper: Death comes… From your infinite edge.

Monk: Again, Screw weapons! I'll kick your ass with the power of Kung-Fu!

Again, with these descriptions. I can tell who is who with those shitty puns. Knight, that's viable. Barbarian… I'm not an angry person. Nor am I strong. Brawler… I've taken a course in self defense, but nothing to really show for. Swordsman… I'll come back to you. Reaper. No. Just no. Monk isn't bad, actually. I could use a staff, since that's kinda class specific. So Knight, Swordsman, or Monk… Actually, I'm fighting Grimm, huh? So A staff wouldn't do shit unless I had a high enough STR stat, so no Monk. Knight isn't bad, but I'll be burdened with armor, and If I didn't have a high STR stat. Heh, It all comes back to STR, huh? Well, Swordsman it Is.

"I choose Swordsman."

Great! Before we move on to your stats, Please make your character!

Wait, I can actually make my character!? Anything I've seen with the Gamer ability just gives them a body!

We would like you to be as comfortable in your new body as you can be! Just please refrain from making a dragon.

Now I'm tempted to make a dragon. Actually, fuck that, I don't want a dragon dick. I guess I'll make myself, just a bit more perfect. I take some time making my character, or myself, actually. So, 5'10", Reddish maroon hair, Less freckles. No glasses, I always wanted purple eyes… I'll go with that. A semi-muscular build, strong chin… There isn't a penis slider on here. I don't know If that's a good or bad thing. Anyways, I'm done.

Great! Now, Please Insert your name!

A small text box appears below, but without a keypad or anything.

'Say, since RWBY characters follow a color scheme, shouldn't I do the same? Yeah, I should. Just what, though?' I think for a minute, before saying.

"Yeah! Jade, Barry Jade!"

Name: Bryzan Jade

Are you sure you want to use this name? This CANNOT be changed later under any circumstance.

Yes/No

'Wow, really want to make sure I don't mess this up, huh?' I select yes, and a new screen pops up.

Hello, Bryzan Jade. Before we send you off with a new backstory and body, Here are your current stats:

Bryzan Jade: LVL 1

Title: The Gamer

Sub-title: None

Class: Swordsman

Career: N/A

XP: 0/100

HP: 200/200

AP: [locked]

MP: 100/100

SP: 100/100

STR: 10

AGI: 10

DEX: 10

VIT: 10

END: 10

INT: 20

WIS: 25

CHA: 10

LCK: 5

Available Stat points: 0

Skills:

Mind of the Gamer: LVL 1. Allows you to be calm and collected at all times, so long as the level is high enough. (Passive)

Body of the Gamer: LVL 1. Most physical harm on your body can be healed as long as you have AP and HP. The damage that can be healed is equivalent to the damage you take. The higher level of an attack you were hit with, the less likely you are to be able to heal it. (Passive)

Sword Proficency: LVL 10. You are proficient with a sword! You have basic knowledge of how to use swords, and won't accidentally cut yourself! (Applies to any blade over two feet long) (Passive, +20% ATK)

Semblance: [Locked]

Really? 10 CHA? I think I look pretty good. Also, I'm assuming you crossed my INT over, since that's the highest stat without my perk.

Its the Gamer ability, man. And you are correct! For seeing something so glaringly obvious, your INT has increased by 1!

By observing your stats, you have unlocked the skill: Observe!

'Alright, could you kindly elaborate on that skill?'

By Interrogating the system, you have unlocked the skill: Interrogate!

'I just asked you a question.' So its that type of system.

Observe: Using this skill allows you to observe a person or Item for level, rarity or quality. By using this ability on people, you can see their information such as level as long as your level is within 30 levels of theirs. (Active) No cost

Interrogate: Asking a question to somebody makes it more likely that they will answer truthfully. Highly CHA based. (Passive.) No cost.

'Ah. I see. Its what I thought it was that. Just checking.'

By being cautious and choosing to check the skill anyways, you have gained 1 WIS!

So Its going to be that type of game, huh? Well, I guess we can start now.

'So, I think I'm ready.' I state, clenching my fists.

That's what they all say.

Tutorial: Start!

I start to feel nauseous, and I close my eyes, feeling like I'm spinning around, until It stops. I open my eyes cautiously, and am met with a wooden stick to the face. It caught me by complete surprise, and knocked me off my feet, turning me around and forcing me face-first on the floor.

"What happened? You were about to finally lay a hit on me?" I hear a voice above me say. He sounds about sixty, and calm.

By getting your ass handed to you before you even opened your eyes for the first time, Your END has increased by 1!

'Oh, piss off.' I think, getting back up. Looking at the man, My guess was right. He has greying black hair, blue eyes, and prominently asian features, with wrinkles all around his skin. In his hand, is a wooden sword, about three feet in length and blunt all around.

'It did say I was going to be a swordsman. So this is probably my backstory, being taught. Best to play along.'

"Uh, sorry sir, I got distracted." I say, bowing my head a little. He scoffs and says:

"Don't be sorry boy, Be better. Besides, distractions get you killed." He says, without even a hint of anger in his voice. Looking around, I find myself in a traditional dojo, but instead of posters or pictures on the walls, there are symbols, and swords of all kinds. Looking down, I find a traditional Japanese Tatami mat, and myself wearing a Gi.

"Yes sir, It won't happen again." Still being respectful, I bow some more, before standing straight, to find him with his eyes closed, using the wooden sword as a cane of sorts.

"Ahh. I see. Go get changed, boy. I have a task for you." He starts to walk away, when I get an Idea.

Observe

Albus Sensei (You know him already, So you know his name.)

Title: ?

LVL: ?

Backstory: ?

Semblance: ?

Okay, So He's 31 levels at the least above me. Makes sense, he's my teacher. But what is with that name?! He literally means teacher teacher!

Quest Get! Change your clothes and speak to Albus!

Rewards: 10 XP, a weapon, a new set of clothing.

Quest cannot be rejected.

My first quest is to change clothes. Perfect. I nod and turn around, heading for an exit in the back corner of the room. Opening a sliding door, I'm met with more of the Traditional Japanese house decor. Sliding doors, paper screens, and fancy flower-shaped walls. I walk down past one door and into another, my room.

'It's very minimalistic, huh?' Its true, Nothing much around, just a mat which I can only assume is meant for sleeping, and a desk. In the corner, is a closet, which I roll my eyes at the contents of.

'I know I've never been one for fashion, but even this is very minimalistic.' In it, was a single outfit, which was a green T-shirt, with a light purple vest, along with some jeans.

I close the door and take off the Gi, being left in my underwear.

Curiously, I look into my underwear and purse my lips.

'I don't know If I should be appreciative or sad that Its bigger.' On one hand, Its bigger, but on the other, my other dick could have been inadequate, as the game saw it.

Moving past my dick, I put on the clothes, feeling a surprising range of motion from the clothes.

Acquired: Civilian clothes!

Ah. Observe.

Civilian clothes: Common, Common.

Blend in with the crowd!

No bonus effect.

Figures. Regular cloth won't really give me protection, unless its kevlar or something. Anyways, there's a singular leather glove for my left hand just sitting there on the desk. Is there another one? Probably not. I take the glove and put it on, Its a little bulky, but thick and could probably resist a slice or two.

"Say, show me my stats again." The system does so, showing me the same page as before, just with certain stats being higher.

"So what's AP? And why is It Locked? I kinda Need it for MInd of the Gamer."

AP stands for Aura points. Once you unlock your Aura you will have access to both your Aura and Aura-based attacks. Your semblance, however, may take more time to discover.

'So a semblance on top of the gamer ability? That sounds a little broken if you ask me.'

Would you prefer no semblance?

'Nope! This is just fine!' I sake my head and look around some more, finding a small bag that could be slung over your shoulder. I put it on and am greeted with another message.

You have found the secret quest Item: Small travel bag! It contains your personal belongings!

Congratulations! You have unlocked [Expanded inventory] your inventory has been expanded permanently!

I blink a few times, and say: "Open inventory." it does so, and I'm greeted with the coin, a small pouch that says it contains lien, a map, a small knife, and an Ocarina. The rest of the 20 slots are empty, however.

"Hey, you kept my Ocarina!"

Its not yours, but you sure can keep it!

I smile and close the inventory, looking around at the room and nodding. 'Should probably finish the quest.' I exit the room and walked back into the dojo, finding that Albus left. I walk into another side room, finding what appears to be a living area, with a table meant for kneeling at, rather than sitting. Albus was sitting on the opposite side of me, looking down. I sit in front of him, and say:

"What is it that you needed me to do, sir?"

Albus opens his eyes and looks up, saying:

"I'd like for you to go into town today and buy a few things from the market. Here's some money to get it." He slides some Lien over the table and continues.

"Take this. Its dangerous to go alone." from under the table, he hands me a sheathed sword, with a brown hilt and silver prommel. Honestly, it looks pretty basic as swords go.

'Really? The legend of zelda reference?'

Quest complete! Obtained: +10 XP- Soldier's sword, Civilian clothes.

I nod and sling the the sword over my shoulder as well, putting the lien in my bag.

"But please be back before sunset." he continues.

New quest: Go into town and buy a Leek!

Side objective: Stop the bandits!

Requirements: Be back before sunset [6 hours]

Rewards: 2,000 XP, YOUR weapon, ?.

'A singular leek? That sounds incredibly simple. Also, six hours to complete this quest? How far is this town?' I nod and stand up.

"I will be back soon."I say, before turning left and through another door, which leads outside. I almost gape in awe as I see a beautiful landscape before me. Its a lot of cherry blossoms, in full effect. I walk down a stone pathway, just looking at the trees before me.

'I guess I should probably start this quest now.' I think, Taking out the map.

'Aaand I have no Idea how to read this.'

Congratulations! You have unlocked the skill: Cartography! You can read maps a little easier.

Congratulations! You have unlocked the [minimap] feature! Simply look in the top right of your vision to see a minimap!

Confused, I look there, finding nothing, until I focus, and it appears. A small purple marker showing me on top of a small mountain.

'Ahh, So it disappears when you're not focusing on it. That's cool.' I take a deep breath and continue down the road, until it turns into a dirt road.

'Huh, I still see the cherry blossoms, even though the trees ended a while ago.'

Your Skill [Observe] has leveled up! By observing the cherry blossom petals, it has leveled up!

If you're ever lost, follow the cherry blossoms, it will lead you to your next big objective. If you get too lost however, you must find the cherry blossoms again.

That's a cool ability, If I'm completely honest.

"I guess this is the start, even If Its the turorial. Well, There's one thing I've been able to do with any game I've gotten my hands on, aside from beating it." I take out my Ocarina and start playing a little tune.

"Let's break the game."