One spell, two skills.
The average level of time travelers can only be described as so-so.
However, the Falna system in DanMachi is truly idealistic; all ability values are based on Shaka's past experiences.
As a skilled transmigrator with two transmigration experiences, it seems reasonable for him to develop spatial magic; secondly, his constant search for "mysteries" has become a skill.
In addition... the skill [Wings of Justice], which is hidden in every man's harem ambitions.
So everyone is now my wings.
After seeing Shaka understand his ability stats, Astraea said:
"All three are extremely rare abilities, especially [Wings of Justice]. If you were in a powerful familia… Shaka, you would immediately possess terrifying ability stats."
Shaka also held the parchment and sighed:
"Yes, if it were Freya's Familia, the strongest in Orario, and if all of them had maxed-out affection, I reckon I could surpass the world's strongest."
However... he had a very high affinity with Freya's Familia, so he'd better not dream about it.
Moreover, the definition of "favorability" here is ambiguous, with no clear standard for measurement.
Shaka clenched his fist and said, "By current standards, to achieve 50% of the inherited favorability, you need to be at least an old married couple."
In short, the more girls you romance, the stronger you become and the stronger you become, the easier it is to romance more girls.
"Anyway, I'm sorry to have you join a familia like mine that has nothing." Astraea said with a hint of guilt.
"It's alright, this is my choice. Besides, with my abilities, if this were exposed, I'd be doomed. So... Lady Leah keep it a secret, please" Shaka confessed.
"Leah?"
"Astraea, so it's Leah."
"Oh my, already starting huh??"
Astraea nodded and smiled.
"I have already locked and hidden this skill for you without your permission. Even if you are abducted by other gods, this skill will not be revealed in the future."
Indeed! Choosing the right deity is very important!
If it were Loki, she would probably throw a banquet and make a big fuss about it right away. The other deities are not much different.
Furthermore, although the Astraea Familia, like Hestia's, had nothing, there was no doubt that the Familia of Justice enjoyed immense prestige and an exceptionally wide network of connections. Even Freya, known for her capriciousness and tendency to poach people from all over, would give Astraea face let alone her "colleagues" like Ganesha. Basically, aside from the Dark Faction, all other familias would have a basic level of goodwill towards him.
He got dressed.
Shaka looked at Astraea with a somewhat worried expression:
"This is going to be difficult."
"What?"
"The captain's matter..."
Undoubtedly, a familia captain is someone who has amassed prestige simply put, they possess a basic level of respect. Normally, not being the captain wouldn't affect Shaka much.
"Things are different now. With the Wings of Justice skill, the captain's initial reputation will be very important when recruiting new members in the future!"
"Compared to trying to win over a target, having 'respect' as a favorability trait from the start is much more worthwhile."
According to Shaka's estimate, "Respect" should provide at least a 5% increase in ability stats. This is terrifying data. If placed in the Ganesha Familia, which has 11 Level 5 members, Shaka would naturally possess half the ability values of a Level 5 which is guaranteed Level 3!
"Therefore, compared to vice-captains who become known after the familia expands, the captain is obviously more valuable."
Shaka looked troubled: "The problem now is Cecil's side. What should I say?"
Astraea was also troubled upon hearing this, but she quickly relaxed her brows:
"Cecil is a good kid. She might have been a bit stubborn at first, but… don't you possess 'Mystery'?"
Astraea smiled confidently and said:
"Development abilities are abilities that adventurers can only awaken by chance after leveling up. And 'Mystery' is an extremely rare skill, one in ten thousand. If Cecil wanted to level up on her own, it would take at least two or three years."
As she spoke, the goddess bent down and gently stroked Shaka's head:
"Therefore, Cecil's desire to acquire the blacksmith's exclusive 'Forging' skill is still a long way off. So... the 'Mystery' you have, which can to some extent replace 'Forging,' is crucial for Cecil. Make good use of your advantages, Shaka."
How dare she let that show!
Seeing the goddess inadvertently reveal her fair skin, Shaka nervously slapped her hand away and turned to say:
"I understand, I'll make it up to her. It's just using 'Mystery' to create weapons, right? I'll help, okay?"
"Regarding this…" Astraea straightened her expression and bowed slightly, "I also need to ask you a favor. Please promise me."
"What are you saying..." Shaka quickly helped the goddess up and said, "I can do it, I definitely will."
As she stood up, Astraea slowly began to speak:
"There are many kinds of 'Mystery,' and each person is suited to a different direction. Among the known holders of 'Mystery,' there are those who strengthen [Healing] magic and focus on developing the 'Harmony' direction needed for medicine-making; there are also sorcerers like Asfi who focus on making magical items and special potions, or even those who specialize in forging curses. Everyone may choose a 'Mystery' path based on their own direction, but essentially, 'Mystery' is a development ability involving divine power."
"This means that the ultimate form of 'Mystery' is the 'omnipotent' power of the gods!"
Shaka nodded seriously... I know that—it's the power of imagination.
In the original work, Asfi directly replicated Daedalus's "Eye of Daedalus" using magical artifacts. Bloodline curses are something she can concoct just by thinking about it.
Seeing that Shaka understood, Astraea continued, "The reason I'm saying all this is because I hope you can help me forge a weapon, Shaka."
"Weapons?"
"Yes, I originally planned to ask the Wind Fairies to bestow a blessing, but I haven't been able to find any, and the fairies I know haven't been able to negotiate with them smoothly."
"But now, with Shaka-chan possessing 'Mystery,' it's the same."
Astraea straightened her posture and waved her index finger as she explained:
"Fairy spirits are known as children of gods, and to some extent, they also possess the powers of 'gods.' In the mortal realm where the gods have sealed their divine power, weapons cannot acquire special abilities without them."
Shaka understood that there were examples of fairy spirits directly transforming into mounts or weapons. Most ancient heroes reached their legends through contracts with fairy spirits. Although native deities have now descended and possess "Falna" abilities that surpass fairy contracts, the fairies' own "talents" still cannot be replaced.
For example...
The sturdy and practical fairy spirit protective cloth is said to have been made by fairies in their playful antics.
As for Shaka's own skill, [Mystery Longing], he had his own ideas.
"I can temporarily gain advanced, mystery-like skills by relying on my idol!"
"Although I don't know the extent of Fels's proficiency in 'Mystery' who once pushed it to its limits and is still alive today."
"But given her level of expertise and extreme mystery, she could even create a legendary item like the Philosopher's Stone!"
Shaka scanned his magic and skill configuration, and a clever idea popped into his head.
Speaking of this...
"Then, Lady Astraea," Shaka said with a serious expression.
"Yes."
"Please help me become more proficient!"
"Huh? What do you mean by 'proficient'?" Astraea touched her face and tilted her head, her gaze sweeping over the bed.
"It's a mysterious matter!" Shaka blushed. "My skill requires a 'target'! Therefore, the greatest and most mysterious deity in the mortal realm is my perfect target!"
"Please, feel free to train me!"
"Good!"