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Ryan Sartega's life had never been easy. At CSU, one of the Philippines' largest universities, he was a quiet loner, perpetually relegated to the back of the classroom, an easy target for bullies. Yet, amid the taunts and jeers, a spark of excitement burned within him. The announcement of "Another World," the first-ever virtual reality game, promised an escape from the confines of reality.
Ryan had been saving diligently from his part-time job at a local bookstore, pinching every peso he could to afford the coveted gaming helmet. The moment finally arrived when he held the sleek device in his hands, his heart racing with anticipation. With the helmet secured and his heart pounding, he stepped into his room, ready to immerse himself in a world of adventure.
As the virtual world unfurled before him, Ryan found himself standing in a vast, lush landscape. An ethereal figure, adorned in flowing robes and radiant wings, appeared before him. The angelic being introduced itself as Seraphiel, the guardian of Another World, and offered guidance for the journey ahead.
"Welcome, traveler, to Another World," Seraphiel's voice resonated in Ryan's ears, imbued with a comforting warmth. "Here, your path is yours to shape. There are four major categories, each with three main jobs. The categories are warrior, weapon specialist, healer, and mage."
With each word, Ryan's excitement grew, and he hung onto Seraphiel's every utterance.
"Warriors encompass the Shield Warrior, Guardian Knight, and Berserker paths," Seraphiel continued. "Weapon specialists wield the Swordsman, Assassin, and Ranger roles. Healers channel their energy through the Cleric, Druid, and Oracle classes. Lastly, the mage category comprises the Elementalist, Summoner, and Cursemancer professions."
As Seraphiel's voice faded, Ryan felt a surge of decision-making pressure. He knew deep within that the mage's path was his calling. The allure of manipulating elements and conjuring magic held an irresistible appeal. His eyes brightened as he announced his choice, "I want to be a mage. An Elementalist."
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