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[New Mission: Rise of a Great Family]
Main Objective: Become recognized as a legitimate Great Family in Novan City.
Sub-Missions:
1. Name Your Family: Choose an official name for your emerging Great Family.
Reward:
a. 1,500 EXP
b. 10 Free Attribute Points
c. 5 Ascension Points
2. Access the Great Family Panel: Unlock and familiarize yourself with the specialized management panel for running a Great Family.
Reward:
a. 1,000 EXP
b. 5 Free Attribute Points
c. 5 Ascension Points
3. Title Confirmation: Other families use “Elders” as the title for their senior members. Decide whether to adopt the same or create your own unique title.
Reward:
a. Unique Title: “Family Leader”
b. 1,500 EXP
c. 10 Free Attribute Points
d. 5 Ascension Points
4. Establish a Family Residence (Ongoing): Purchase, build, or set up an official family residence’s region to serve as your family’s power seat.
Reward:
a. 5,000 EXP
b. Unlock: “Residence Customization Panel”
c. 15 Free Attribute Points
d. 10 Ascension Points
5. Recruit senior members: Recruit at least five individuals who will serve as the core members of your new family, ensuring loyalty and skill, thus bearing the title of the senior members you have decided.
Reward:
a. 2,500 EXP
b. Unlock: “Core Member Management”
c. 25 Free Attribute Points
d. 15 Ascension Points.
6. Gain Public Recognition: Make your family’s name known in Novan City through a public event, business success, or strategic maneuver.
Reward:
a. 3,000 EXP
b. Unlock: “Reputation Tracker”
c. 15 Free Attribute Points
d. 15 Ascension Points.
7. Create a Family Symbol: Design a unique emblem or crest representing your family and its values.
Reward:
a. 2,000 EXP
b. Unlock: “Family Symbol Enhancement” (can add passive bonuses)
c. 15 Free Attribute Points
d. 10 Ascension Points.
8. Acquire a Business Asset (Ongoing): Own or take control of a business within Novan City to establish a financial base for your family.
Reward:
a. 3,500 EXP
b. Unlock: “Business Enhancement Skill”
c. 20 Free Attribute Points
d. 15 Ascension Points
9. Form Strategic Alliances: Secure at least two alliances with other influential families or organizations within the city to bolster your status.
Reward:
a. 4,000 EXP
b. Unlock: “Alliance Network”
c. 20 Free Attribute Points
d. 25 Ascension Points
10. Host a Significant Family Event: Organize a large-scale event, gathering influential figures to solidify your family’s presence in Novan City. At least one established Great Family must acknowledge your status.
Reward:
a. 50,000 EXP
b. Unique Skill: “Great Family Authority” (grants passive influence in Novan City’s elite circles)
c. System Upgrade
Bonus Objective: Discover hidden secrets within the existing Great Families to understand their world better.
Reward:
a. Unique Skill: “Family Shield”
b. Rare Item: “Great Family Archive Access.”
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Ethan’s eyes scanned the mission details, and he couldn’t help but feel a strange mixture of excitement and challenge. The mission was clear, and the path to becoming a recognized power in Novan City lay ahead. Still, it was going to take careful planning and strategy.
“Ethan?” Jessica asked, noticing the sudden change in his expression. “Everything alright?”
Ethan shook off his surprise and offered a reassuring smile. “Yeah,” he said. “Just remembered a bit of good news.”
Lena looked at him, her gaze curious but reserved. “Good news?” she asked. “Care to share?”
Ethan chuckled, waving off the question. “Not just yet. Let’s focus on getting this place ready first.”
Jessica and Lena exchanged glances but said nothing more. They returned to overseeing the setup, unaware of the challenge that had just been laid out before Ethan—one that would potentially reshape the power dynamics of Novan City.
As the last piece of equipment was installed, Ethan felt a sense of satisfaction settle over him. This training facility and his newfound mission represented the beginning of something significant.
It wasn’t just about training the Ascendants but building a strong foundation to rival the city’s most powerful families.
And if there was one thing Ethan was sure of, it was that he never backed down from a challenge. Ethan’s heart raced as he read through the mission details again.
A Great Family. It was the kind of opportunity that could change everything, a chance to truly stand on equal footing with the powerhouses of Novan City.
He quickly suppressed his excitement, shifting his focus back to the task. He couldn’t allow himself to get too distracted—there was still work to be done before the Ascendants arrived.
“Time to get real serious,” Ethan muttered, his lips curling into a confident smile.
Jessica and Lena were busy with the final preparations, inspecting the equipment, and ensuring everything was in order. Ethan glanced at his watch.
He still had time before the Ascendants arrived. He knew he could get a head start on some of the submissions and was determined to take advantage of every moment.
“I’ll be back shortly,” he said, catching Jessica’s attention.
“Where are you going?” she asked, noting the determined look in his eyes.
“Just need to handle something important,” he replied, his tone firm. He offered no more details, and Jessica didn’t press further, though her curiosity was evident.
Ethan left the main hall and went to a quiet warehouse corner, pulling up his system interface. The first submission was simple, name his family. He thought for a moment, considering the weight of the choice.
A name was more than just a label—it was a legacy, a statement of strength, and a promise of the future. He thought about choosing something new that would mark a clear break from the past.
Yet, the more he considered it, the more he realized only one name truly mattered.
“What other name could I choose?” Ethan said quietly to himself, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. The Cole name was already everything to him, but now it would be feared, admired, and revered.
It was a name that carried weight, a name that represented everything he had built and everything he intended to achieve.
With a firm purpose, he made his decision; Cole Family. It was a simple choice, but it was the right one. The name was set—his family would rise, and the city would remember it.
Ethan felt a surge of satisfaction. This was his name and legacy, and he would ensure it echoed through Novan City.
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[Family Name: Cole Family]
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There was a faint shimmer as the system acknowledged the choice. A notification popped up, confirming the sub-mission’s completion.
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Sub-Mission Complete: Name Your Family.
Rewards:
1. 1,500 EXP
2. 10 Free Attribute Points
3. 5 Ascension Points.
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The familiar rush of energy filled his body, a sign that the rewards had been integrated. He pulled up his status panel to check the updates.
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[Status Panel]
Name: Ethan Cole
Level: 6
Rank: Lower Star Apprentice
EXP: 13000 / 15000
Ascension Points: 11
Wealth: Unlimited
Attributes:
Strength: 50
Speed: 50
Endurance: 48
Intelligence: 53
Charisma: 45
Free Attribute Points: 10
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Satisfied, Ethan moved on to the next sub-mission. He accessed the newly unlocked “Great Family Panel” and was immediately greeted by a sleek, intuitive interface.
It displayed a detailed hierarchy for managing a Great Family, including roles such as Family Leader, Advisor, Elder, and Core member.
At the top, his name was already displayed with the title “Family Leader.” Below, he saw a blank section labeled “Elders”—a title he would soon need to fill.
The system even had a space for Family Missions, which were specific goals that would earn prestige and increase their influence in the city.
“Impressive,” Ethan muttered as he navigated through the various tabs.
There were options for managing assets, tracking loyalty, and even overseeing alliances with powerful entities. He could monitor the resources, assign roles, and maintain a log of every significant family event.
The sub-mission notification appeared again, signaling completion.
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Sub-Mission Complete: Access the Great Family Panel.
Rewards:
1. 1,000 EXP
2. 5 Free Attribute Points
3. 5 Ascension Points
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Another surge of energy coursed through him, bringing him closer to leveling up. He quickly checked his status.
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[Status Panel]
Name: Ethan Cole
Level: 6
Rank: Lower Star Apprentice
EXP: 14000 / 15000
Ascension Points: 16
Wealth: Unlimited
Attributes:
Strength: 50
Speed: 50
Endurance: 48
Intelligence: 53
Charisma: 45
Free Attribute Points: 15
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Ethan took a deep breath, feeling more confident with every completed task. He glanced back at the sub-mission list, smiling at the next objective.
It was time to choose the title for the senior members of his family. Other Great Families used the term “Elders,” but Ethan wanted something unique yet carrying a sense of authority and power.
He thought back to an anime he used to watch that had inspired him as a child—a story about a boy who wanted to become the pirate king. Something about the idea of the “Warlords of the Sea” always captivated him.
“Warlords,” Ethan said quietly, and with a confident tap, he confirmed his choice.
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Sub-Mission Complete: Title Confirmation.
Rewards:
1. 1,500 EXP
2. Unique Title: “Family Leader”
3. 10 Free Attribute Points
4. 5 Ascension Points.
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A new title appeared next to his name in the Great Family Panel: Family Leader of the Cole Family.
His EXP increased, and he felt a sense of satisfaction settle over him.
Level up!
Ethan was now well on his way to establishing a Great Family that would be known and respected.
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[Status Panel]
Name: Ethan Cole
Level: 7
Rank: Lower Star Apprentice
EXP: 15500 / 20000
Ascension Points: 21
Wealth: Unlimited
Attributes:
Strength: 51
Speed: 51
Endurance: 49
Intelligence: 54
Charisma: 46
Free Attribute Points: 25
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“There’s one more thing I need to do,” Ethan said, glancing at the list of remaining sub-missions. He knew he couldn’t complete everything right now, but one more task was possible—establishing a family residence.
Ethan needed to go to one of the newly acquired mansions to complete this. He decided to use one reserved for the Ascendants.
It would symbolize the beginning of his family’s rise and make a lasting impression on those working under him.
