Floating Islands: SSS Gacha System

That seemed… unbelievable!

Atlas stared at the notifications, which continued to flood his vision, revealing more of the changes within him.

[You have unlocked a new Talent: Rank-S Elemental Dominion]

[Mastery over elemental forces allows control of fire, water, earth, and air in combat. These elements respond instinctively, amplifying attacks or creating defensive shields.]

[Effect: Offensive strikes gain elemental enhancements. Automatically creates a defensive shield of the dominant element in the area, reducing incoming damage.]

He rose from his bed, his senses sharper than ever. For the first time, he could distinctly feel the elemental particles swirling throughout the room—each type vibrant and alive in his awareness.

Clenching both his fists, Atlas mentally commanded the elemental particles around him. Instantly, his hands became enveloped in a glowing aura.

Four elemental affinities at once?!

He couldn't believe it. He could feel the fire's heat, the coolness of water, the steady weight of earth, and the lightness of air all at his command. This was immense, far beyond anything he'd expected.

Unbelievable!

If the sharing vitality process was this powerful, then he needed to make the most of it. This wasn't just a boost—it was a transformation. He had to harness every ounce of this newfound power!

[You have unlocked a new skill: Epic-grade Elemental Convergence (Active, Versatile)]

[Temporarily fuses two elements for powerful combined effects.]

[You have unlocked a new skill: Epic-grade Lifebound Shield (Passive, Defensive)]

[Creates a natural barrier that absorbs a portion of incoming damage and converts it into health regeneration over time.]

Two Epic-grade skills?!

Reading the descriptions alone made Atlas's heart race. Combining two elements to create devastating effects? 

Damn! 

The possibilities were endless, and the potential strength of this skill was beyond exciting.

But he knew better than to assume it was something he could master instantly. Even in a world of skills, the only way to wield them effectively was through dedicated practice. He would need to train hard to bring out the full power of Elemental Convergence.

And then there was Lifebound Shield. A barrier that not only absorbed damage but also converted it into health regeneration? That was a game-changer.

Atlas paused, frowning slightly. The nature of this skill—it felt eerily similar to the ability he'd inherited from Morganna.

Could this be because of the influence of his bond with her?

The influence of his connections with Morganna could be shaping his growth, creating synergies between the abilities he acquired.

[Ironclad Will (S) - Tactical Awareness (A) - Instinctual Command (A) - Perfected Rhythm (A) - Elemental Dominion (S) - Commanding Presence (S) - Bloodbound Vigor (S)]

Atlas inspected his overall talents again, a sense of excitement building each time he reviewed them. He now possessed four Rank-S talents! The thought of what other talents might evolve or merge in the future filled him with anticipation.

With this current set of talents, he was clearly shaping into a Lord who didn't just excel in his leadership role, but who also embodied a relentless drive for progress. The extraordinary talents he now possessed were pushing his combat potential to levels he hadn't imagined before.

On top of that, he now had two powerful skills that allowed him to fully exploit his elemental affinity—and with control over all four basic elements no less. This foundation alone could serve as an incredible stepping stone for his future development.

But something felt… off.

The swirling energy within him hadn't settled. His heart still beat faster than normal, and his blood felt like it was rushing through his veins with an unnatural intensity, carrying energy that refused to dissipate.

It was strange, not that he was about to complain either.

Then, another set of notifications appeared in his vision.

[Additional changes have been detected.]

[Your physical and mental capacities have adapted to accommodate further growth.]

[Body Modifications and Synchronization with Morganna and Lyrassa's Bond Have Altered Your Body]

[You have unlocked Elemental Markings (Verdant Shadow)]

[Description: Glowing, vine-like markings appear on your back, shifting with a dual-layered design. A subtle shadowy underglow complements the vibrant patterns.]

[Effects:]

[- Elemental Amplification: Markings glow brighter in high-elemental environments, boosting elemental attack potency.]

[- Shadow-Infused Underglow: Activates in darkness, granting stealth bonuses and increased critical damage in dim conditions.]

Wait, what is this?

Elemental Markings?

Atlas reached for his back, where he felt the strongest flow of energy, but his hand found nothing unusual to touch. Curious, he approached the standing mirror in the corner of the room and turned to check his reflection.

And there it was—his back.

Glowing vine-like markings spread across his skin, pulsating with a green hue. Interwoven among the vines were subtle shadowy tendrils, exuding a faint, smoky aura. Thin streaks of crimson energy pulsed through the design, like veins of blood running beneath the surface.

Atlas froze for a moment, staring at the pattern. 

Was this permanent?

But as he stood there, the markings began to fade, their light dimming until they disappeared entirely. It seemed they only activated under certain conditions.

Relieved but intrigued, Atlas allowed a small smile to form. He couldn't deny—the design was impressive, even beautiful in its own way.

So, Morganna and Lyrassa had truly left their mark on him. The combination of their influences had granted him an extraordinary upgrade, transforming him almost instantly.

Their contrasting powers—Morganna's shadowy, vampiric resilience and Lyrassa's life-giving vitality—had merged within him, creating a balance that amplified his abilities.

Atlas paused, rolling his shoulders and flexing his limbs, marveling at how completely his body had recovered.

He jumped a few times, feeling a newfound lightness, as if he could leap twice as high as before. On his next jump, his head almost touched the ceiling, and he burst into laughter.

Haha!

He couldn't help but enjoy this newfound power. It felt so natural, like his body instinctively knew how to amplify his movements with elemental energy. The potential of this ability seemed boundless, and he couldn't wait to explore just how far it could take him.

But then a thought struck him—a realization. If he had unlocked this much power, would his training escalate to even greater levels of brutality?

Probably.

The idea made him laugh again. Even the thought of harsher training didn't feel daunting anymore—it felt like a challenge he could embrace.

Still, there was one thing nagging at his curiosity: his elemental affinity status. Just how much had it changed?

There were 4 common elements—water, earth, air, and fire—and 2 special elements—dark and light.

Each element had its own advanced versions. For example, earth could evolve into advanced elements like Metal or Gravity, while fire could advance to Inferno. And there were countless others.

On top of that, elements could be combined, creating entirely new ones. Earth and fire could merge to form Magma, and that was just the beginning of the endless possibilities.

The complexity of advanced and combination elements was overwhelming, far beyond what Atlas fully understood.

Additionally, each element had affinity tiers: Low, Medium, and High.

From what he knew, thanks to Lyrassa, he had unlocked all 4 basic common elements. But what he needed now was to confirm their affinity status.

"Jackpot, show me my elemental affinity status."

The system responded immediately, displaying the information he sought.