Levels and Crystals in the World of "Echoes of the Gods: Cosmic Rifts"
In the world of "Echoes of the Gods: Cosmic Rifts," power and abilities are classified within a system of Levels and Tiers, which determines the strength of the Awakened and the effectiveness of Mana sources. This hierarchical system is essential for understanding the evolution of power in this new world.
Awakened Levels Each Awakened has a Level that represents the extent of their power and development. This Level increases through:
Gaining Experience Points: These points are often acquired by defeating cosmic creatures, completing difficult missions, or even through major Mana enhancement processes, as we saw with Kaelen.
Mana Affinity Enhancement: The more an Awakened's affinity with Mana increases, the greater their ability to absorb and control it, which leads to a higher Level.
Distributing Attribute Points: With each Level-up, an Awakened receives points that can be distributed among their basic attributes (such as Strength, Agility, Endurance, Intelligence, Vitality, and Luck), which enhances their physical and mental abilities.
What Does a Level-Up Mean?
Increased Strength and Durability: The Awakened becomes physically stronger and more capable of withstanding damage.
Increased Mana Reserve and Regeneration: The amount of Mana an Awakened can store, and its regeneration speed, increases.
Enhanced Existing Abilities: Active abilities (such as "Analysis," "Dimensional Vision," "Mana Control") become more effective and powerful.
Unlocking New Abilities: Reaching certain Levels can unlock dormant abilities or grant entirely new skills.
Mana Crystal Tiers Mana crystals are concentrated sources of energy and are also classified into Tiers that determine their power and rarity:
Tier 1 Mana Crystals:
Quantity and Power: They contain a basic amount of Mana and are relatively common.
Usage: They are mainly used to regenerate Mana for Awakened in the early stages, or to gradually enhance Mana affinity.
Effect: They provide a simple energy boost and help with the initial adaptation to Mana.
Tier 2 Mana Crystals:
Quantity and Power: They contain a much larger amount of pure and concentrated Mana and are rarer than Tier 1 crystals.
Usage: Crucial for major power-enhancement processes, as we saw with Kaelen in Chapter 25, where they allowed him to achieve a "major breakthrough in Mana control" and significantly increase his Level.
Effect: They cause a transformation of Mana within the body into a concentrated liquid state, leading to deep regeneration and a comprehensive enhancement of physical attributes and a massive increase in Mana reserves.
Important Notes:
Progression: The higher the crystal's Tier, the greater the quantity and purity of Mana it contains, and consequently, the greater its effect on the Awakened.
Rarity: Higher-Tier crystals are rarer and more difficult to find and are often protected by stronger cosmic creatures.
Environmental Impact: High-Tier Mana crystals can affect the surrounding environment, creating Mana-rich areas or attracting specific creatures.
This information serves as a foundational guide to the world's systems. As the story progresses and more elements are revealed, this guide will be updated to include new details about classes, advanced tiers, and other key mechanics. Thank you for your support!