Rony's mouth slowly widened as he stared at the floating system window, his eyes glued to the detailed description of each item. For a moment, he couldn't believe what he was reading. His mind stumbled over the words again and again, trying to make sense of them. It was all too much. A storage bag with infinite space? A phone that could analyze and collect information from the very fabric of reality? Earbuds that translated languages and heard threats within a ten-meter radius? It was as if someone had taken every overpowered gadget from a sci-fi novel and stuffed them into his old backpack.
He blinked slowly. His lips moved, but no words came. He was simply stunned.
"What is this…? This is… insane."
His whisper was carried away by the gentle rustle of leaves in the forest surrounding him. The sun peeked between the tall canopies, and birds chirped in the distance, indifferent to the storm of revelations inside him.
Finally, Rony shook his head and exhaled hard, snapping himself out of the trance.
He narrowed his eyes slightly and asked aloud, "System, can you clarify the ability of Phone-02 in more detail? It's… vague. I want to understand it clearly."
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[SYSTEM - Command Registered]
> Voice Command Detected
> Processing Question...
> Retrieving Information for: 'Phone-02'
[Artifact Identified: PATH-FINDER UNIT 02]
Type: Handheld Digital Artifact
Appearance: A sleek, matte black phone-like device with glowing silver edges and a screen that adapts to magical environments. Weightless in feel but durable in structure.
Abilities:
This artifact contains the ability to access, recover, and analyze all information that existed on the internet before the user's death in the previous world.
The internal system operates on a high-capacity memory bank embedded with remnants of Earth's digital footprint.
It can perform recognition, research, and pathfinding operations based on historical data, including maps, guides, crafting manuals, and archived web knowledge.
The core function is to assist the host in navigating unknown environments with logic and precision.
Note:
'PATH-FINDER UNIT 02' is currently inoperative. Power Core depleted. Manual recharge required.
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Rony's eyes sparkled.
"Damn… it's broken beyond belief," he whispered, a grin forming at the corners of his lips. Then he suddenly jumped up from the rock and let out a short laugh. "I mean—holy crap—it's like carrying an encyclopedia of Earth in your pocket! Hah!"
His face lit up with excitement, the dazed confusion washed away for now. He started pacing in a small circle, trying to calm himself down.
Then, with that same excited energy, he suddenly asked, "System! How can I fix both phones?"
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[SYSTEM - Synchronization Engaged]
> Command Registered: Repair Inquiry
> Scanning Host Inventory and Environment...
> Assessing Artifact Damage Levels...
Progress: 5%... 30%... 70%... Complete.
[RESULTS]:
To repair PATH-FINDER UNIT 01 & 02, the following is required:
Energy Source: Electro-Stones
Alternative Option: Artifact or creature possessing high-density electrical mana
Note: Standard natural mana will not recharge the units. Unique artificial or electrical energy is mandatory.
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Rony clicked his tongue and clenched his fists with determination.
"Electro-Stones, huh… I know where I saw something like that."
He didn't elaborate to the system. That piece of information he would keep to himself. For now.
Still pacing slowly, he paused and glanced at the earbuds in his ears. He frowned.
"How come… the earbuds still work then? They've been playing sounds and translating and—just doing everything like they've got infinite power."
He turned his gaze to the sky and asked softly, "System, how are the earbuds still active?"
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[SYSTEM - Query Registered]
> Processing…
> Retrieving Earbud History Logs...
[Result Detected]
Upon Host's death in original world, both Phones were heavily damaged.
Earbuds remained untouched due to enchantment layering.
These earbuds are partially powered by atmospheric mana and adapted upon crossing into current dimensional frequency.
Constant connection to surrounding mana nodes enables limited but consistent energy flow.
Energy absorption ratio stabilized at 4:1, providing functional longevity.
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"Mana-powered… ear-tech." Rony nodded, impressed. "No wonder they're still running."
He rubbed his chin, thinking. "So everything came with me. That means… they didn't just bring my soul here—they brought the artifacts too. And they changed. Adapted."
He sat back down on the rock, finally quiet, letting the idea sink in.
Then he looked toward the trees and whispered, "But why? And how?"
His thoughts swirled, deep and chaotic, but he had to take the next step. He wanted to know more.
He looked up. "System… can all my artifacts be healed to their top condition?"
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[SYSTEM - Analyzing Question]
> Determining Restoration Conditions…
[ANSWER GENERATED]:
Yes. All artifacts associated with Host 'Rony' can be restored to optimal condition once full synchronization with host is achieved.
Synchronization Level: 26%
Progress Needed: 74% Remaining
Estimated Methods: Usage, Compatibility Bonding, Host Growth
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Rony's eyes narrowed. He slowly repeated the words. "Connection… with me?"
He swallowed the lump in his throat. "Then how can I form this connection?"
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[SYSTEM - Command Detected]
> Processing Inquiry: Connection Protocols
> Awaiting Response...