Just like Esdeath could summon terrifying ice spheres and easily freeze raging rivers, it demonstrated the exceptional nature of ice manipulation abilities.
Takeru even felt it was no less formidable than the Hie Hie no Mi.
At the very least, Takeru believed Aokiji's strength far surpassed Esdeath's, primarily due to vastly superior physical attributes.
However, Esdeath's ice manipulation wasn't significantly inferior.
Takeru believed that after acquiring this ice ability, he could unleash immense power.
Regarding side effects, Takeru couldn't claim absolute compatibility with Demon's Extract's wavelength. However, from his ability to use any Teigu, he understood that once Spirit reached a certain level, the wavelength requirement could be disregarded.
"System, use the Equipment/Item Selection opportunity. I choose the Teigu Demon God Manifestation: Demon's Extract!" Having decided, Takeru didn't hesitate.
[Ding! Consumed Equipment/Item Selection x1. Congratulations on obtaining Demon God Manifestation: Demon's Extract.]
Following the prompt, Takeru found a large container of peculiar liquid in his item storage.
Without much thought, he retrieved it. Gauging its weight and the container's size, Takeru estimated roughly thirty liters… significantly more than what Esdeath originally consumed.
Observing the bubbling liquid, Takeru didn't hesitate and began drinking heartily.
Despite his robust physique, consuming dozens of liters at once was challenging but not impossible. Moreover, Demon's Extract differed from ordinary water, and upon ingestion, it transformed into a unique energy merging with Takeru.
By the end, Takeru left about one or two liters, storing the remainder. Not because he couldn't finish, but to preserve some. Even a single cup could grant basic ice control, making it an invaluable resource.
Takeru also intended to leave some for research in that world, hoping to replicate more Demon's Extract.
Although Teigus were products of ancient craftsmanship, Takeru believed that with sustained talent training in the Dawn Empire, reviving Teigus was merely a matter of time. Moreover, that world wasn't lacking in Danger Beasts or rare metals like Orichalcum.
As Takeru stopped drinking, a unique mark, similar to Esdeath's, rapidly formed on his chest.
Subsequently, a flood of negative information surged into Takeru's mind. Instantly, he felt a surge of violent emotions but quickly regained composure, suppressing them.
With his extraordinarily high Spirit, Takeru swiftly regained clarity. However, due to consuming an excessive amount of Demon's Extract, these negative emotions wouldn't dissipate quickly, requiring gradual suppression.
To enhance his rationality, Takeru allocated the newly acquired 200 attribute points entirely to Spirit.
Instantly, his base Spirit stat skyrocketed from 389 to 589. Takeru felt his mind grow clearer, making it harder for negative emotions to intrude.
Next, Takeru turned to the final Omniversal Ability Lottery chance.
"Use the Omniversal Ability Lottery!"
[Ding! Usage successful. Congratulations on obtaining the special innate ability: Hyper Regeneration.]
[Hyper Regeneration: Accelerates recovery rates of mana, stamina, spiritual energy, etc. Consuming stamina or mana can hyper-regenerate wounds, including limb regeneration.]
Takeru was momentarily stunned. While not overwhelmingly powerful, this ability suited him perfectly and would provide lasting benefits.
Its practicality was excellent. Takeru could even feel the energy consumed by his earlier [Thunder Dragon] skill rapidly recovering.
If his previous recovery rate was 1, his current estimate placed it between 3 and 4… a three to fourfold increase.
Afterward, Takeru examined his remaining items, storing the Character Manifestation Card. He now possessed four Low-Grade, one Mid-Grade, and one High-Grade Character Manifestation Card.
Next was item manifestation. Due to world binding, Takeru could manifest items from the Akame ga Kill! World without restriction. Considering this, he proceeded to manifest items.
"System, manifest the Teigus Shambhala, Black Marlin, and Heavy Pressure."
[Manifestation requires B-Rank Evaluation x3, 15,000 points. Proceed?]
"Manifest."
[Points deducted. Manifestation successful. Remaining: S-Rank Evaluation x1! A-Rank Evaluation x1! B-Rank Evaluation x1! C-Rank Evaluation x1! Points: 116,800.]
Takeru then opened his status panel. After these enhancements, his capabilities had significantly improved.
[Reincarnator No. 3: Nara Takeru
Race: Human
Innate Abilities: Enhanced Memory, Telekinesis, Absolute Defense, Perseverance, Gluttony, Giant Killing, Nen, Hyper Regeneration
Strength: 361 (245) (Average human: 20)
Constitution: 366 (8)
Defense: 845 (378)
Speed: 360 (4)
Spirit: 595 (38)
Mana: 320 (1190) (Average human: 0)
Training Method: None
Skills: Meditation, Poison Dragon Devourer, Armament Haki (Advanced), Observation Haki (Advanced), Rokushiki (Intermediate), Light Healing (Advanced), Advanced Healing (Advanced), Illumination (Advanced), Purification (Advanced), Great Shield Mastery Lv8...
Evaluations & Points: S-Rank x1! A-Rank x1! B-Rank x1! C-Rank x1! Points: 116,800]
Reflecting briefly, Takeru adjusted the time flow for the Akame ga Kill! World to 1:10… meaning ten days outside equated to one day inside.
After handling that, Takeru willed himself to appear in the Reincarnation Space's lobby.
Upon arrival, few people remained. Perhaps due to Takeru's prolonged enhancement or others' concerns about potential threats, they didn't linger.
Additionally, the number of Reincarnators was still relatively small.
Not overly concerned, Takeru looked towards the group nearby. Besides Yukino and the others, he noticed two familiar figures: the Service Club's advisor, Hiratsuka Shizuka, and Nibutani Shinka.
"Takeru-kun!" Seeing Takeru arrive, Nibutani called out somewhat nervously. After entering this space, she understood why Takeru and the others possessed special abilities and why the Service Club was so unique...
"Hello, Nibutani-san, and Hiratsuka-sensei!" Although surprised to see them as Reincarnators, Takeru greeted them warmly.
"About the club... may I join?" Nibutani asked hopefully.
"Of course. Since you're a Reincarnator now, joining the club is no problem," Takeru replied with a light smile.
"By the way, what classes did you choose?" Takeru inquired curiously.
"I'm a Mage, and Shizuka-sensei is a Brawler," Nibutani quickly answered.
Takeru nodded understandingly… the choices suited their personalities well.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Takeru noticed Ui wearing the ring-type Teigu, Black Marlin.
"Looks like everyone had decent gains!" Takeru remarked with a smile.
"Giggle, we got lucky. We joined Night Raid, completed many missions, and got compatible Teigus," Yui said cheerfully.
"Oh? Everyone got their ideal Teigus?" Takeru asked, surprised.
"Not everyone, but all four in our team did. Takeru-nii, who were you teamed with?" Ui inquired curiously.
"Unfamiliar people. Speaking of which, how long was your mission duration?" Takeru asked, seemingly recalling something.
"Two months!" Ui replied directly.
"And yours, Mio?" Takeru turned to Mio.
"Also two months," Mio promptly answered.
"Is something wrong? Was your duration different?" Yukino asked curiously.
"Not mine. Mine was two months, but the others in my world only had one month," Takeru stated directly.