NOVEL NEXT Chapter 10: The Talent Lottery
Date: 11/03/2020
Time: 1:23 PM
The golden letters shimmered in the air before Ankush, pulsating with an unseen force. The words "Spinning Talent Lottery" floated before him, radiating an aura of sheer importance and mystery.
His breathing slowed as he focused, knowing that what happened next would define his entire future.
A massive, circular wheel of light materialized before him, spinning slowly, symbols and numbers flashing across its glowing surface. Unlike the lesser talent lotteries, which had thousands of minor options, this Universe+ level lottery had only fifteen choices—each one a game-breaking ability that could completely alter his potential.
His eyes flickered across the selections as they lit up one by one.
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Talent Options on the Universe+ Wheel:
1. Limitless Skill Evolution – All learned skills evolve infinitely, surpassing system limitations.
2. No Cooldown on Skills – Skills can be used without any delay.
3. Instant Creation – Any machine, weapon, or structure is instantly completed upon design.
4. 100× Experience Gain – All experience gained is multiplied by 100.
5. Maxed Skills on Acquisition – Every skill learned immediately reaches max level.
6. Copy Any Skill – Can copy any skill seen once, regardless of profession.
7. Absolute Mana Regeneration – Infinite mana, never runs out.
8. Stat Growth Amplification – Each level-up provides 10× normal stats.
9. Law Understanding – Instantly comprehend the natural and magical laws of the universe.
10. Perfect Body Adaptation – Physique adjusts to optimal combat conditions instantly.
11. Instant Perfection in Crafting – All crafted items are of divine quality, regardless of materials.
12. Summon Legendary Beings – Can summon one legendary creature per day.
13. Absolute Elemental Control – Complete mastery over all elements.
14. Omniversal Perception – Can perceive all existing knowledge across dimensions.
15. Unlimited Talent Evolution – Talent can be upgraded infinitely beyond Universe+ rank.
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Ankush's pulse quickened. This wasn't just a normal talent draw.
Each of these options was beyond broken, capable of turning even the weakest person into a powerhouse. If he had been in his previous world, any of these abilities would have been the defining trait of a god.
But here, in this world where monsters ruled and magic dictated survival, he needed to make the most of whatever he got.
The system's voice rang out, deep and emotionless.
> "Spinning…"
The wheel glowed brightly, spinning faster and faster, each option flashing by like a strobe light.
Ankush clenched his fists, watching closely. The anticipation was unbearable, the tension thick enough to be cut with a blade.
The wheel slowed.
The light dimmed.
One by one, the selections flickered past his vision until—
> "Talent Acquired: No Cooldown on Skills & Instant Machine Completion."
A pulse of pure energy surged through his body.
The air around him distorted, as if reality itself had acknowledged his existence.
His fingers trembled slightly as the realization sank in.
No cooldowns.
Instant machine creation.
His entire profession had just become unstoppable.
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The glow of the system screen faded, leaving only the residual electricity in the air from the power that had just been bestowed upon him.
Ankush let out a slow breath.
This was ridiculous.
If he had any combat skill, he could spam it infinitely. He could create entire weapons, turrets, and constructs in an instant. If an enemy army appeared, he could build an entire fortress around himself in less than a second.
This wasn't just a strong ability. It was a profession-breaking power.
For the first time since entering this world, he truly felt invincible.
The system wasn't done yet.
Another prompt appeared before him.
> "Distribute Attribute Points."
His 10,485,750 attribute points were now waiting to be allocated.
This was the moment where his stats would determine his entire future.
He stared at the glowing blue screen, the options laid out before him.
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Unlike in his past world, where strength was limited by biology, here, everything was dictated by numbers.
His current stats were pitiful.
[Strength: 10]
[Mana: 10]
[Mental: 10]
[Physique: 10]
With over ten million points at his disposal, he could distribute them however he wanted. But what was the most optimal build?
His profession, Magic Engineer, was based on intelligence, invention, and mana control. However, the monster waves ahead of him would require brute combat power.
He had to be careful.
Slowly, he began distributing his points.
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[Final Allocated Stats]
Strength: 1,000,000 – Physical power, punching through steel effortlessly.
Mana: 3,000,000 – Magic reserves capable of fueling an entire city.
Mental: 2,000,000 – Processing speed beyond human limitations, able to think and react at the speed of light.
Physique: 4,485,750 – Body resilience and endurance, making him nearly unkillable.
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As soon as the numbers settled, his body changed.
A massive surge of power erupted from within, his skin glowing faintly as the overwhelming strength coursed through his veins. His bones hardened, his muscles tightened, and his mind became crystal clear, processing everything around him at unimaginable speeds.
He clenched his fist and felt the tremendous force behind his grip. If he punched a boulder, it would shatter into dust. If he ran at full speed, he could likely outrun a car.
The mana inside him roared, no longer a gentle stream but an unstoppable tide. If his previous mana pool had been a pond, it was now an ocean stretching infinitely into the horizon.
His mental capacity skyrocketed, and suddenly, he felt aware of everything. His reflexes were so fast that time itself seemed to slow down when he focused.
His physique had reached a level where he doubted even a direct attack from a tank would be enough to harm him. His stamina was endless. His body no longer felt human—he was something far beyond.
Ankush exhaled, his breath distorting the air with raw power.
This…
This was the strength of someone who had defied the system.
For the first time since arriving in this world, he felt something he hadn't felt in years.
Excitement.
A system notification appeared before him.
> "Attribute Points Allocated. Monster Waves Will Now Begin."
A loud, guttural roar echoed through the dungeon.
Ankush turned his head slowly, a smirk tugging at his lips.
From the swirling portal ahead, the first enemy stepped forward.
A massive, wolf-like creature, its body covered in flickering blue mana, growled at him, baring its razor-sharp fangs.
A Level 1 F- Monster.
Ankush flexed his fingers, rolling his shoulders. His newly strengthened body felt weightless, yet immeasurably powerful.
"Time to test this out."
His first battle in this new world was about to begin.