An Ordinary Civil Servant’s Transfer to Another World A Gacha-Dependent Life Relying on Luck
The princesses seem interested in my unique skill, “Gacha.”
They likely think that if it’s a competent skill, even someone not in a combat role might be able to use it for something.
“Could you tell us more about what ‘Gacha’ is?”
Before I could formulate an answer to the princess’s question, the man who had earlier introduced himself as the chancellor, still bound by ropes, grew impatient and asked me directly.
“I assume this ‘Gacha’ skill allows you to summon something, though it seems you won’t know what will appear until you try it.”
“Would it be possible to give it a try?”
Yeah, I figured they’d ask that.
“Let me check. Please wait a moment.”
I mentally focused on “Gacha,” and a gacha interface appeared before my eyes.
Glancing around, it seemed only I could see this screen.
When I moved my finger as if sliding the screen sideways, the image changed, cycling through different types of gachas.
Apparently, I could currently access three types: “First-Time Limited Gacha,” “Standard Gacha,” and “Extermination Gacha.”
Though I really wanted to check out the “First-Time Limited Gacha,” I fixed the screen on the “Standard Gacha.” Presumably, it would have the lowest chance of yielding the best items.
I tapped the explanation button, and text appeared on the screen.
“Standard Gacha”
Costs 1 gold coin per pull or 10 coins for an 11-pull.
UR: 1%
SSR: 4%
SR: 10%
R: 30%
C: 55%
“It seems I need one gold coin to pull.”
“One gold coin… Here.”
The princess took a single gold coin from a small brown pouch resembling a coin purse that was placed in front of her and set it on the table.
“Then, let’s give it a try.”
I tapped the option for a single pull on the “Standard Gacha.”
How do I insert the coin?
Instinctively, I brought the coin close to the slot on the gacha machine-like interface that had appeared before me, and it was sucked in.
Oh no, there’s no turning back now.
What happens if I get a UR? Will they consider it a useful skill and keep me in the castle like some kind of hero from another world?
The gacha began to spin slowly. This is nerve-wracking.
I’ve done countless gachas before, but this is the first time in my life I’ve prayed for a garbage-tier C (Common) item while paying real money.
Finally, with a clunk, a white capsule emerged.
Along with a cheerful sound effect, the words “R Item” appeared.
Damn, how useful is an R rarity item when using a skill? And R… It’s such an awkward tier. Maybe I should come up with an excuse.
“Oh, everyone! It seems we’ve received a good item—a Rare item! By random chance, this is quite lucky.”
“May I open it?”
After confirming the king’s nod, I opened the white capsule.
Inside was… a small, weathered hammer, about the size of my palm.
“What is this? Does it have any special effects?”
The princess fired off questions in quick succession, but I didn’t know either. I gently offered her the hammer.
“Well, um, I’m not sure. It’s probably just a worn-out hammer. The description says it can be used on weapons or armor…”
The chancellor, apparently possessing an item appraisal skill, picked up the hammer and shook his head.
“Try using it once.”
The princess glanced at the chancellor and instructed a nearby soldier to bring over a sword.
Wait, this is supposed to be a rare item. Isn’t it supposed to have some incredible effect?
The chancellor struck the sword placed on the table with the hammer.
Eek.
I instinctively held back a gasp.
“Hmm, it seems there’s no change.”
After carefully inspecting the sword, the chancellor made his assessment.
“After appraising the hammer again, it appears there’s no effect when used on weapons or armor… Let’s test it again, this time on armor.”
He then accepted a helmet from a nearby soldier, struck it similarly, and inspected it closely.
“Indeed, it seems there’s no effect.”
“Is that so… So this is what counts as a great gacha result…”
The princess looked slightly disappointed, likely concluding that it was worthless. The hammer was placed back in front of me.
To be honest, I also had no idea what it was.
“This seems to be the nature of my skill, ‘Gacha’—it randomly produces some kind of item in exchange for a gold coin.”
The princess, the king, and the chancellor exchanged glances.
“Mr. Suzuki, we sincerely apologize.”
As if he had anticipated this outcome, the chancellor bowed deeply to me.
It seemed they had decided I wasn’t suited for combat and lacked any particularly useful skills.
Well, yeah, that’s true. I think so too…
I don’t know the exact value of a gold coin, but exchanging it for a tiny, worn-out hammer isn’t exactly impressive.
The chancellor continued, handing me the small brown pouch-like bag from the table.
“This contains enough gold coins to live luxuriously for three months. Please take it and spend your time freely in our country.”
I took the bag. Wait, so even the cost of the gacha comes from here?
“Since his resolve is firm, we shouldn’t force him to stay. Escort him outside the castle.”
The king urged the chancellor in a calm voice.
I bowed to the king and princess, then turned my gaze toward the four high school students.
One of the girls, Ms. Shiraishi, stepped forward, looking at me with a worried expression.
“Are you really… leaving?”
Her voice trembled faintly.
“I’m sorry. But having someone like me—an old man—here won’t be of any help.”
I responded with a self-deprecating smile, but she continued to look straight at me.
“I don’t think… that’s true. We’re all just high school students—kids. Having an adult like you, Mr. Suzuki, who reached out to help me, makes me feel a little safer.”
Ms. Shiraishi’s words hit me harder than expected.
Of course, they’re still in high school—it’s natural to feel uneasy in this situation.
But right now, there’s nothing I can do. I’ll leave it to my future self.
“Thank you. But, Ms. Shiraishi, I’m completely useless in battle in this world. I don’t want to burden you all by staying.”
“But…”
Her eyes were slightly moist.
“If we ever meet again and you need help with something—even if it’s just something small—don’t hesitate to ask.”
All I could offer now were these hollow words of comfort.
“And everyone else, don’t push yourselves too hard. Your stats might be high, so things could work out, but don’t overdo it.”
With those final words to the four students, I followed the escorting knight toward the castle exit.
At the gate, the chancellor made one last confirmation.
“With this gold, you won’t have to worry about living expenses for a while. If anything comes up, feel free to return to the castle anytime.”
“Understood. Thank you very much.”
I gave a deep bow and was sent off.
As the sound of the gate closing echoed behind me, I finally felt as if my body had been released.
“Well… I guess I should figure out how to live with this gold…”
I gave the bag a light shake, and the coins clinked together.
Listening to the sound, I started walking down the stone-paved streets of the castle town, filled with a newfound sense of freedom—and a faint unease.