Chapter 1062 The Civilization System
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"Our small village is still developing." Selene explained. "Aside from the sixty originals, there are currently eighty new inhabitants. Including me. Usually, not every new person grow properly even after our efforts, only one out of ten usually become a person, while the rest remain as normal plants."
"I see… A-Are you okay with me using your plants to be eaten or sold?" I wondered, feeling slightly guilty now.
"Of course! We do know that sometimes it is necessary to take another life to sustain our own. We usually hunt and also absorb nutrients from non-people plants." She said. "I don't think it would ever be an issue, so rest assured. It is quite nice how much you think about it though, you're as considerate as the original sixty have told me!"
"Well, uh, I try…" I felt a bit awkward, nonetheless. "I was wondering… Do you need anything? Like help or something? I could bring you new materials, new food, books, anything, just ask me and I'll bring them eventually… It might take some time though due to the time dilation."
"Do not worry about that, we do live very long, long, long lives. And rather slow." She giggled. "And yes, it would be an honor to receive anything you could ever offer… But I was wondering about language. I want to teach everyone how to write if they cannot talk. Our language feels a bit… terrible, could it be possible to get language books to absorb one of yours? Oh! Also, any tools that could help us cut through things better, and shape things better would be nice! Oh! And also maybe sweet things, I like sweet fruits- Ah!"
Selene gasped in surprise, covering her face with her delicate-looking hands made of fine wood. She suddenly bowed.
"I-I apologize! I was getting carried away…" She was a bit cute, honestly.
"Hahah, don't worry. I'll bring those things within a couple of months on your time." I said. "I heard the village has a name… But are you going to keep calling yourselves just Harvest Familiars?"
"Hmm, we've not thought about it." She sighed. "But if our Goddess could give us a name…"
"Well, if that's the case." I wondered. "I can't really call all of you a single "race" because you're so different. But if this could help you all unify… How about Arboren?"
I came out with that name on the spot, but I think it had a nice ring to it. It pretty much combines the words of "Arboreal" and the word for person on Elvish Language "Ren" together, Arboren, meaning, arboreal people.
"It is a wonderful name!" She cried. "Arboren! Arboren! Arboren! Aahh! It has such a simple yet nice ring to it!" Her eyes were shining very brightly. "Thank you so much, oh goddess!" She started bowing and praying.
"It is just a name… but I'm glad you liked it. You're now the Arboren People of the Eden Village!"
"Looks like something is happening… Yes, this fills all the requirements."
"Alice?"
Ding!
[You have met the requirements to unlock a new function of the Dungeon System.]
[Reach Dungeon Level 4+] [Complete]
[Create a Village inside the Dungeon.] [Complete]
[Name the Village and the folks inside and be recognized as their God.] [Complete]
[Possess a Saintess within your Village, and a proper religion surrounding you.] [Complete]
[Do you wish to exchange 50.000.000 EXP to unlock this new Function? A new System might be generated.]
[Yes] [No]
"Wait, what?! This is… For real?"
A new System this quickly?!
And it seemed to be related with the growth of the village. Although this all exists within the Dungeon, the Dungeon has yet to recognize the village as a Dungeon facility, even less the inhabitants here as lifeforms of the Dungeon.
Perhaps with whatever this is, I can further help their civilization grow in some sort of way, while being recognized by the Dungeon.
"Indeed, are you willing to spend the EXP?" Asked Alice. "With this new System, a lot of things could be done to help these people progress! And with their progress and growth, you will also be able to benefit."
"Hmmm, it costs a lot, but it is convenient." I nodded. "Alright."
Ding!
[You have exchanged 50.000.000 EXP!]
[The New [Civilization System] has been created!]
[Build your own civilization, create new buildings and facilities, help them progress through their studies and the understanding of the world, science, biology, and magic, and strengthen their faith!]
[By expanding their territory across the Dungeon's many floors, and diversifying their population into many new forms and niches, you will be able to not only benefit of all the things they produce, but you will also grow stronger, gain unique materials and items, and above all…]
[Gain Divine Power through their faith, hastening your Cultivation Speed, Growth, and Talent!]
[However, be careful… Monsters and other Civilizations beyond the horizon might seek to plunder your own's treasures, people, and progress.]
[Make sure to arm up your people and prepare them for any trouble that might arise!]
[The System Magic Spells: [Guider of Civilization] and [Manager Civilization] have been created.]
[The [Village of Eden] has been registered as part of the [Civilization Core]!]
[The [Arboren People] has been registered as your [Main Civilization Race]!]
[The Unique-Grade Unit [Selene, Saintess of the Arboren] has been registered as the Leader of [Village of Eden]!]
[All Civilization Abilities, Factions, Buildings, and more have been readjusted to suit the [Yggdrasil's Children]!]
[Because the Civilization has been born inside a Dungeon, you can repurpose Dungeon Energy to build Civilization Facilities or Upgrade your Civilization instead of Civilization Points.]
[You acquired the [Civilization Master: Lv1] Skill!]
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[Civilization Core]: [Village of Eden]
[Civilization Rank]: [Rank 0: Small Village]
[Civilization Faction]: [Yggdrasil's Children]
[Civilization Race]: [Children of Nature, Arboren]
[Civilization Leader]: [Selene]
[Civilization Population]: [140]
[Civilization Statistics]: [Faith]: [100 (E+)] [Government]: [30 (F-)] [Culture]: [30 (F-)] [Military]: [100 (E+)] [Economy]: [0 (G-)] [Production]: [100 (E+)] [Food]: [70 (E)] [Research] [0 (G-)]
[Civilization Traits]: [Path of Nature (B)] [Active Goddess (A)] [Weak Reproduction (E)] [Weak Will (E)] [Lack of Motivation (F+)] [Cultural Drought (F+)]
[Civilization Special Units]: [Selene, Saintess of the Arboren (Unique Grade)]
[Civilization Facilities] [Living Wood Houses (E+)] x50 [Temple of Goddess Sylphy (C+)] x1.
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Countless system messages popped up one after another, and at the end, an overly complicated Status was shown right in front of my face.
This was… in resume, the status of this little civilization.
"I never wanted to take it so seriously…"
Ding!
[The [Civilization System] finds this civilization too weak! They want you to improve it at all costs!]
[A New [Civilization Task] has been generated: [Build 100 Houses]!]
[A New [Civilization Task] has been generated: [Construct A Palace]!]
[A New [Civilization Task] has been generated: [Construct Research Facility]!]
"I-Is it possible for three quests to appear?!" I was surprised by all the changes.
"Oh, yes, the quests from dungeons or civilizations are separated from the Quest System's limits!" Said Alice. "Usually, they're bound to the progression of your dungeon or civilization."
"I see… This is complicated, but at the same time, kind of fun. Though, these Traits look a bit… Harsh." I sighed. "You guys are going through a lot, huh?"
"Huh?" Selene tilted her head, wondering what I just meant.
"A-Ah, nothing, never mind." I laughed a bit at the ridiculousness of the situation.
For now, I'll simply absorb the Yggdrasil Heart and Rank Up my Class, I'll take care of the rest later!
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