Mana Child


A being deeply attuned to the flow of mana, capable of instinctively manipulating it at a level beyond trained mages. Mana Children often develop unconventional casting styles, breaking the normal rules of magic to perform feats others deem impossible.



 
Peter couldn’t help but laugh at the absurdity as the description didn’t suit him. He hadn’t cast a single spell since birth. Deeply attuned to the flow of mana? Not a chance. Instinctively manipulating it? Maybe if you counted using Mana Sense via Split Focus. He probably unlocked it thanks to his monstrous mana pool.



Knight


A warrior bound by honour, chivalry, and duty. Knights excel in both combat and leadership, wielding weapons with mastery and inspiring those around them. Some develop divine blessings or unique techniques that empower them in battle.



 
By this world’s standards, Peter fit the definition—a warrior bound by honour, chivalry, and duty, at least by his modern sensibilities and moral code. Divine blessings seemed far-fetched, but his unique skills likely counted as unique techniques.



Spirit Magician
A spellcaster who communicates with and borrows power from spirits. Spirit Magicians form contracts with elemental or ethereal beings, allowing them to cast magic beyond their capabilities. Their magic often has a life of its own, shaped by the will of their spirit partners.



 
Spirit Magic was an ideal casting method for Peter, at least until he settled on a personal magic system. Among the many techniques available, such as rune magic, elemental manipulation, intent-based casting, and spell skills, it felt like the best temporary choice.



Eldritch Summoner
A summoner who calls upon beings from beyond the known world. Their summons may be divine, demonic, or alien in nature, often possessing reality-warping abilities. Eldritch Summoners must tread carefully, as their power may come at great cost.


Spirit Summoner
A summoner who specialises in calling forth spirits rather than physical creatures. Spirit Summoners can bind souls, channel ancestral knowledge, and even invoke legendary figures from the past. Their abilities often provide immense wisdom, protection, or supernatural influence.



Peter wanted nothing to do with either of these classes. Eldritch creatures were too great a risk when he had safer and more reliable sources of power. As for summoning the ghosts of real people? That went against his moral code.If he ever formed a summoning pact, it would be on his terms…heavily in his favour. He had no interest in making a contract like that with a sentient being.He turned his attention to the last two Unusual-grade class options.



Weapons Prodigy
A rare combatant with an instinctive affinity for weapons. Weapons Prodigies do not need formal training. Given any weapon, they can wield it with extraordinary efficiency. Their reflexes, adaptability, and mastery grow at an astonishing rate, making them formidable from a young age.


Prodigy
A gifted individual whose talent surpasses normal limits in multiple fields. Prodigies can adapt quickly, master skills at record speed, and possess an intuitive understanding of complex concepts, making them natural-born geniuses in magic, combat, or craftsmanship.



Both had Prodigy in their names, but Prodigy was by far the more valuable choice. It encompassed everything he wanted…a highly generalised class that would allow him to gain experience from every task. If he didn’t have some Rare-grade classes available, he would have picked it immediately.
Finally, he turned his focus to Rare Classes.



System Contributor


An existence directly linked to the governing forces of the world’s system. System Contributors can influence, modify, or even create new system functions, making them anomalies in the natural order. They might gain hidden knowledge, create unique skills, or alter progression mechanics that others cannot. Their very existence shapes fate, and their actions may have repercussions far beyond their understanding. However, this power comes at a cost—whether through external forces monitoring them, unknown responsibilities, or the burden of wielding an authority that even divine respect.



Peter was momentarily stunned after reading the class description.That last sentence… That was exactly why he was so paranoid and cautious.He had never shared his unique nature with anyone because the last thing he wanted was to wake up one day in a lab, strapped to a table, experimented on, and tortured for his secrets. Even the divine would be jealous of him.Despite all the fancy words used in the description, it was a very specialized class. He would rather choose Prodigy compared to this.He turned his attention to the second rare grade class.



Spirit Magi


An elite spellcaster who has forged an unbreakable bond with spirits, transcending the limits of mortal magic. Spirit Magi can channel, embody, and even merge with their contracted spirits, drawing upon their full power. Unlike traditional summoners, who merely borrow power, Spirit Magi become a conduit for spiritual energy, allowing them to wield unparalleled abilities. Their summons are often ancient or divine beings, possessing wisdom beyond human comprehension. However, mastering this class requires immense spiritual harmony, and failure to maintain balance could lead to disastrous consequences, including possession or loss of self.



It seemed to be an upgraded fusion of Spirit Magician and Eldritch Summoner. But with greater power came even greater risk, especially with a class like this. Peter rejected it without hesitation.Finally, he turned to the last class with an unusual name.



Joker


A gifted individual whose talent surpasses normal limits, yet instead of mastering one field, they spread their potential across many. The Joker is a jack-of-all-trades but master of none—versatile beyond measure but not yet reaching the peak in any single domain. Their rapid learning speed and intuitive grasp of complex concepts make them highly adaptable, allowing them to wield a variety of skills, weapons, and magic with ease. However, this adaptability comes at a cost. When true mastery is required, they may find themselves lacking the depth of a dedicated specialist. In the short term, their scattered focus can be a weakness, but those who persist and learn to weave their diverse talents into a cohesive fighting style can become unpredictable forces of nature, capable of overcoming even the most specialized opponents.



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It was an upgraded version of the Prodigy class. That settled it…Peter knew exactly which class he would choose in the morning.For now, though, all he wanted was sleep.
…
"Come on, Peter. Get up!"
Peter groaned and rolled deeper into his bed.
"Five more minutes," he muttered sleepily.
"No more five minutes for you, young man. Get up and come to the hall immediately."
Two gentle hands grasped his shoulders, tightening when he tried to resist, and pulled him upright. Realising it was futile to fight, he sighed and activated Undying Vitality. A fresh surge of mana responded to his call, washing away the sluggishness in his body. Spirit of Fortitude followed suit, dulling any lingering fatigue.
He stretched, feeling refreshed. It was the first time this year that he had slept normally without using Mana Sense.
"Good morning, Mother," he said with a smile as he got up.
"Yes, yes, good morning. Now, hurry and get ready. Your father will be leaving soon." Mariah urged, scooping up his bedsheet and blanket before leaving the room.
He was out all night in the forest, and was still going back? The guards must have been working overtime if he was this busy. Not wanting to waste any more time, Peter quickly headed to the bathroom.
…
"Good morning, Dad," Peter said as he entered the hall and greeted him. Joseph looked like a mess with dried blood covering his hair, and claw marks scarred his leather armour.
"Good morning, Pete," Joseph replied with a reassuring smile. Upon further inspection, the damage seemed to be limited only to the armour.
"Come, have a seat. Let us decide on your class," He pointed across him, in a bit of a hurry to deal with this matter.
Peter sat down facing him, while Mariah took a seat beside her husband.
"How many options did you receive?" Joseph asked, massaging his shoulders. The last night hadn’t been so kind to him.
Peter had already decided how much he was going to reveal to them, so he quickly replied, "Six common grade, five uncommon grades."
He had expected them to be disappointed, considering they were hoping he would unlock an unusual grade class, too, but his worries were unfounded. Both of them smiled, not a shred of disappointment on their faces.
"For now, let’s not look at the common ones. A higher grade is almost always better," Joseph remarked, patting Peter’s head. The chances of them recommending a common class were close to zero.
Peter told them the descriptions of Spellblade, Blade Dancer, Herbal Alchemist, Woodsman, and Tracker.
"Are you sure that you must have a combat class? Herbal Alchemist is not a bad class by any means," Joseph said, asking something that Mariah would have wanted.
Peter nodded back. "It has to be a combat class."
Mariah sighed in resignation at his stubbornness. She had tried plenty of times to gently change his mind, and Peter would have had no problem choosing a non-combat class if he didn’t have secrets to hide.
Peter knew that one day he would need to protect himself because of his secrets…and he had no intention of depending on anyone else for his safety.
"Well, if that is your decision, we would not force you to take any other path," Mariah agreed with a small sigh, finally admitting defeat.
Joseph nodded in agreement. "In that case, let us look at the best options that you have: Spellblade and Blade Dancer. Spellblade is a hybrid class, while Blade Dancer is a purely sword-focused class."
"I’ll tell you the pros and cons of both classes, and you can decide what you want to choose in the end," he added.
Peter nodded. He had already decided to choose Joker for his class, but there was no disadvantage in hearing his father out.
"You are already familiar with Blade Dancer," Joseph began, deciding to explain his class first. He was far more knowledgeable about it than Spellblade. "It is my class. It will help you quickly advance your proficiency with the sword. Since I also have it, I could help you raise your levels faster under my guidance."
"The problem with this class," he continued, "is that it is entirely focused on swords. It provides no support for learning spellcasting, and your chances of unlocking a class that provides spellcasting capabilities would decrease significantly…if you ever manage to reach level 100." Joseph did not doubt that his son had the potential to reach that level if given time.
"In that case, Spellblade sounds like the obvious choice," Peter murmured thoughtfully. After all, it was a hybrid class with both weapon and spellcasting capabilities. Hybrid classes also had more means to gain experience.
"That might appear to be the case at first glance," Joseph sighed. "But it’s much more complicated than that."
He leaned back in his chair, his expression turning serious. "You don’t have any spellcasters in the village to guide you. And since it's a hybrid class, you would need to acquire skills from both branches that are highly compatible with each other. It's a more versatile class, yes, but it would only prove its full worth at higher levels."
That made sense to Peter. To fully utilise Spellblade, he would need to invest heavily in his Spirit stat to gain a greater number of skill slots. They didn’t know the true extent of his stats.
"I would not recommend that you choose this class, Pete," Joseph added firmly. "It’s not made for us. Only noble heirs can make use of it effectively, thanks to their access to skill knowledge passed down in their houses for generations."
"It’s fine. Let me choose Blade Dancer, then," Peter replied with a calm smile. He wasn’t lacking in skill knowledge compared to any noble house. And with time, he would surpass them… not just in knowledge, but also in power.
Joseph nodded, satisfied, and waited alongside Mariah for him to make his choice. Peter called upon his status in his mind, focusing on his desire to choose his class. A transparent window appeared before him, displaying the list once again.
Having already made up his mind, Peter selected Joker.



System...


Are you sure that you want Joker {Rare} to be your first class?


Yes
No



 
Peter mentally clicked on yes, and the blue window disappeared, his status screen appearing in its place with a change.



Status...


Name:
Peter
Race:
Human


Class:
Joker {Rare} lv. 1, Villager lv. 1
Level:
2


Experience:
0/300
Free stat points:
4


Title:
Trailblazer: Skills, Skill Creator
Age:
10


Health:
120
Mana:
2810


Stats...


Constitution:
12
Spirit:
281


Strength:
10
Agility:
10


Intelligence:
18
Perception:
2


Luck:
18
Charisma:
35


Skills:
IDE, Status Camouflage, Mana sense Lv. 33, Mana Manipulation Lv. 15, Weapons Mastery Lv.15, Undying Vitality lv.24, Split Focus, Eternal Ward lv. 14, Spirit of Fortitude lv. 32, Inspect lv.25, Summoning



 
As a rare grade class, Joker provided Peter with 3 free stat points and 1 point in constitution and spirit with each new level.