“Ahh," sighed Alex as he clutched his chest “I thought we would have to go through the kidnapping process once more".“Deep dive hmmmm, I haven't tried any of this. Can you explain the process?" Emma asked Nexus gestured grandly to the sleek black recliners with elaborate headsets hooked into sophisticated computer systems along the back wall of the basement lounge."Unlike a barbarian I know I would explain the system properly” Nexus said pointing to Alex, "this is Deep Dive - the most advanced and immersive virtual reality gaming and simulation technology in existence," he announced.Stepping closer, Emma and Alex noted the contour-fitting helm wrapped around the user's skull and upper face, studded with sensor pads at key points. An adjustable band secured the unit so it would not shift during use for optimal data capture. Intricate optics dangled in front of the wearer's eyes, ready to convey high resolution projected images. Speakers curved inward toward the ears for multi-dimen
“Ahh," sighed Alex as he clutched his chest “I thought we would have to go through the kidnapping process once more".“Deep dive hmmmm, I haven't tried any of this. Can you explain the process?" Emma asked Nexus gestured grandly to the sleek black recliners with elaborate headsets hooked into sophisticated computer systems along the back wall of the basement lounge."Unlike a barbarian I know I would explain the system properly” Nexus said pointing to Alex, "this is Deep Dive - the most advanced and immersive virtual reality gaming and simulation technology in existence," he announced.Stepping closer, Emma and Alex noted the contour-fitting helm wrapped around the user's skull and upper face, studded with sensor pads at key points. An adjustable band secured the unit so it would not shift during use for optimal data capture. Intricate optics dangled in front of the wearer's eyes, ready to convey high resolution projected images. Speakers curved inward toward the ears for multi-dimen
Alex felt tired of going back and forth with Nexus, but he felt the environment Nexus created at its core was truly wonderful.He felt the aesthetics were truly relaxing. Sinking into one of the chairs, Alex asked “We're here, what next?"" Always rushing into things, but this time, time is of essence” Nexus signaled Emma to take a seat as he also sat down.“I have no idea the way the code was engineered, so we may have only one shot at getting the location, when we fuse, I have no idea how much time we would have so I would need us to be as fast as possible in getting as much data as we can. If we can only access the data once then it would be of benefit to us, we alone would know where the Codex is” Nexus had to let them know the importance of what they were about to do.“Okay," they both replied.Nexus beckoned Alex and Emma towards a sunken pit in the floor, filled with multitudes of cushions. "To truly fuse with my core, we must converge in an act of utmost connectivity - both ph
“Nice," Alex said out loud." What's it?” Emma asked." I was just given a quest from the system” Alex told her and then he turned to Nexus " Was that your doing?”" I have no idea what you are talking about. Why would I issue you a quest?” Nexus mused" You mean you can't see what I'm seeing right now?” Alex asked in confusion " No, j can't access it," Nexus answered.“So who else has access to the Nexus System aside from you?" Alex quizzed." I didn't do it but I suspect it should be the doing of the original System you were integrated with. I only applied my code on it, not overwritten it, so it means its most basic functions still stay. I have told you previously that I have no way of explaining your fusion with the technology and we've got no explanation whatsoever from Dr. Kaia” Nexus exploded him." What does the quest say?” Emma asked.A Dimensional GateConstruct a bridge between worlds to access the hidden No Zone. Your journey to the No Zone seems like an impossible one but
“You may be surprised by the word link" Kaia said " So I would explain in the best way possible. The Nexus system can only be activated by the Knight you have chosen. This person must be someone that has access to technology, once the person reaches a certain stage, he would subconsciously activate the Nexus. Nexus would be able to then complete the connection” " There is so much I would love to say but I guess you would figure that out after you've all started to make use of the information you're all going to get.”" The Accession System Codex I built would be used for evil, that's a fact. This I can say after experiencing the results from the first enhancing technology I made. The Codex is embedded with the best biology that anyone can have in this lifetime. It totally transforms the person but with such powers comes the want for more, I could not destroy it because I don't have enough time but the mission I give to you is to destroy this that I've made. I guess you would be shocke
As the Deep Dive headset powered on, Alex selected his character in Elysium Quest. Familiar visuals of the medieval fantasy world materialized, but he gasped as an uncanny hyper-realism overtook his senses. Gone was the subtle lag and stiffness plaguing even top-tier VR games. Now Alex felt plunged into the very fabric of the lush magical realms.He raised his hands, marveling at the perfect dexterity and range of motion in his gloved fingers. Balling them into fists, marveling at his gauntlets then wiggling digits felt absolutely authentic. Glancing over his shoulder, Alex glimpsed the embroidery in his suit as the materialp hugged his torso naturally with every breath. Lifting a boot, minute details from the worn leather straps to custom gold-chased buckle hardware gleamed in the sunlight.As Alex broke into a jog, testing the precision locomotion integration, his experience from years of play translated flawlessly except faster - lean ca
Running into the dark murky portal, Alex examined his environment.Aside from the streaks of lightning that crossed the portal, every other thing there was just dark. “Nexus, are you still analyzing?" Alex asked“My analysis still shows the same thing. Although this portal is acceptable within the parameters of the game, I'm shocked how Zane’s clients came to get a hold of it"“Are you saying that there is more of this stuff out there?" Alex asked in surprise" I can't say right now but I'm pretty sure they would have another else, they wouldn't have tried to make use of this one. They may be testing the product to see if it works, I guess that want to let a huge amount of players come in and then start ripping resources from areas where other players can reach, it may be some kind of business scheme”" Those balsy bastards” Alex gritted his teeth " Using me as a guinea pig for their experiments”" Alex watch out" came
“Crap, Nexus, what have we gotten ourselves into? Why does trouble always seem to come after me?” Alex yelled from behind the pillar where he hid.“I've no absolute idea what just happened, it was also too sudden for me" Nexus replied “I'm currently scanning the dragon to know her level"“Scanning, are you insane? She would rip me to shreds"“If we know her level won't it make it easier for you to fight her?"“No, dummy, it changes nothing" Alex yelled as he dived again to another pillar.“Damn, why do I feel like I was set up? The last time they sent me to the lab, you almost killed me, this time I'm here, damn"“Just call it your bad luck" Nexus mordantly replied.Alex's pulse hammered as he risked a glance around the icy pillar at his draconic assailant. A notification popped up in his peripheral vision scanning the towering ice dragon as she circled with lethal grace, tail carving furrows in the glazed floor.Ancestral Frost DragonHealth: 700,000/1,000,000**Injured: Movement Spe