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Chapter 38 Skill Introduction

Live preview, second half.

Jimi glanced at the scrolling script on the virtual teleprompter in his hand, his gaze lingering on a particular column.

The text above reads: "[Character Skill Showcase and Introduction: Ruan Mei – Introduced by the voice actress Ruan Mei herself, a special guest.]"

Jimi: "..."

Ignore the word "CV".

He glanced cautiously at Ms. Ruan Mei, who was holding a teacup in the guest seat next to him. She had an ethereal and otherworldly air about her, as if she might turn into a wisp of plum blossom fragrance and disappear at any moment.

Should we ask her to personally describe her "skills" using game terms like "energy," "buff," and "breakthrough"?

Jimi shuddered instantly and quickly rejected the option in her mind: I wouldn't dare!

So, being a professional (and extremely survival-minded) host, Jimi immediately made a decision, his face regaining its enthusiastic professional smile, and patted his chest at the camera: "Ahem! The next segment will be presented by your dearest and most professional host—Jimi himself! He will personally introduce the core gameplay and skill mechanics of the new character 'Ruan Mei'!"

Upon hearing this, Ruan Mei (Q version), who had been quietly sipping her tea, seemed to slightly raise her eyelids, revealing a hint of "Oh? I'd like to see how you introduce me."

The large screen behind them lit up simultaneously, displaying a complete portrait of Ruan Mei wearing an elegant long dress and holding Ruan Xian, with skill icons and keywords appearing next to her.

Jimi cleared his throat and began to introduce:

"Ms. Nguyen Mai, as the 81st member of the 'Genius Club,' has always focused her research on the profound field of life sciences."

"It is worth mentioning that the name 'Nguyen Mai' itself is full of poetry and heritage—it is taken from the surnames of her parents: Nguyen and Mai."

"So, all you pioneers, please remember this: there's a dot (·) between '阮' and '梅' that represents separation and connection!"

Seemingly in coordination with Jimi's explanation, Ruan Mei (in chibi form) nodded gently, her expression mild, indicating her agreement.

This small interaction further highlights the importance of details in names.

The comments section also began to speculate about Ruan Mei's name and demeanor:

"Ruan Mei... just hearing her name makes me imagine a gentle, classical, and aloof ancient beauty! I love it!"

"Their aura is spot on! It's just so hard to find someone like that in a simulated universe! (Unlucky player crying.jpg)"

Ruan Mei: I have an idea.

"Parents' surnames? 'Ruan Virus' and 'Dr. Mei'? (Just kidding.jpg)"

"Okay! Got it! Ms. Ruan Dianmei!"

……

Skill Mechanics Explained (A Passionate Interpretation by Gimi):

The skill icons on the screen lit up one by one, accompanied by concise text descriptions.

Basic attack: Deals ice damage and restores energy (optimizes the EAA cycle)

Combat Skill: Consume Combat Skill Points to gain the [Undertone] buff, which provides increased damage and kill efficiency to the entire team.

Talent: When the entire team defeats an enemy, Ruan Mei's ice-breaking damage is increased, and she inflicts the [Fallen Plum Blossom] effect on the enemy.

【Blossoming Plum Blossom】: Extends the duration of the Weakness Break status and delays the target's action.

When the user's Break Special Attack is ≥120, each Break Damage triggered restores energy to the entire team.

Ultimate Skill: Releases a special barrier that grants the entire team all elemental resistance penetration.

Secret Technique: Automatically releases combat skills upon entering the battlefield and gains energy.

6th Life: During the duration of the barrier, all enemy effect resistance is reduced, and Ruan Mei's break damage is increased by 25%.

During the skill introduction, the comments section was already buzzing with heated discussions and expert explanations:

"As expected of a support role! Increased damage, improved kill efficiency, extended crowd control... such comprehensive functions!"

"Can any data experts calculate how strong it is at constellation 0? Is it worth pulling for?"

"What a silly little thing. His role is a general-purpose support with the core of increasing the damage of the whole team and resistance penetration. His ability to break through enemy defenses is an added value, making the team compatible with break-through gameplay."

"The 0-life mechanism is complete, and the core is all in the 0-life system. High-life star souls are icing on the cake, and there is no mandatory need to draw them."

Gameplay Summary: Combat skills increase damage upon activation → Finishing moves provide resistance penetration → Talent synergy enables crowd control and energy recovery through decisive attacks.

"It is a very ingenious and practical aid."

"I feel that if a main DPS character focusing on 'breakthrough damage' is ever released in the future, Ruan Mei would be the perfect match for him/her!"

"Wow! Thank you so much! That explanation was so clear! (*￣▽￣)d"

"Hey...you two who asked the question and those who answered...isn't the atmosphere of your conversation a little...ambiguous?"

……

After introducing Nguyen Mai, Jimi seamlessly transitioned to the next topic, his tone becoming slightly mysterious and reverent: "Having met the elegant Ms. Nguyen Mai, there's another important character in this version's sequel, who also has deep ties to the 'Genius Club,' but he chose a different path."

The scene on the large central screen changes, and Dr. Truth, Veritas Ladio, appears with a serious image, holding a tome.

"The Doctor of Truth—Veritas Ladio."

"In the game, he is a powerful character with the 'Hunter' destiny and the 'Imaginary Number' attribute."

"He is not a member of the Genius Club, but rather from another organization that also reveres the star god 'Erudition,' but with vastly different ideologies—the 'Erudition Society.'"

At this moment, Screw Gum (in chibi form) chimed in, his voice gentle and articulate: "The 'Genius Club' brings together geniuses who have reached the pinnacle in various fields, but are often eccentric and focused on personal exploration."

"The Bo Shi Society places greater emphasis on the dissemination and sharing of knowledge."

"They embrace all those who thirst for knowledge and are committed to spreading the starlight of 'erudition' throughout the wider universe."

Screw Gum concluded: "Conclusion: They share the same origin (Vaiśrīmī), but their methods of practicing wisdom are completely different."

Jimi nodded quickly and continued, "Mr. Screwgoom is absolutely right! Just like Professor Latio's personality, it's full of this..."

He hadn't finished speaking—

Ring ring—!

A very retro telephone ring icon suddenly appeared in the center of the live broadcast screen, flashing and jumping, accompanied by a "buzzing" vibration effect.

Jimi: "Huh?!"

Despite her doubts, Jimi, a highly professional host, quickly "answered" the call.

The icon expands to reveal Professor Ladio's portrait, with sharp and serious eyes.

A calm, rational male voice, carrying an unquestionable air of authority, rang out: "Excuse me for disturbing you. I am Veritas Ladio."

"It is understood that your program recently broadcast some leapfrog arrangements related to me personally."

Jimi quickly nodded and bowed, "Uh...yes, yes! Professor Latio! We're just introducing you!"