章 6: Becoming a Superhuman

***Timeline clarification:

I realized that the timeline of Supernatural is broken for several reasons, and I made a mistake. In the Supernatural universe, Jessica dies on November 2nd. So technically, the series starts on the evening of October 30th, when Dean comes to see Sam. They then have two days to solve the case of the Woman in White before Jessica dies on the night of November 2nd.

Additionally, there are time jumps, like when Dean spends a year in hell, etc. At some point, the timeline no longer aligns with reality. So, what I'm going to do is stop giving specific dates except for special cases. I'll simply mention the month or the time period.

This will make things much easier to manage.

Sorry for the confusion, and just to clarify, Max was an absolute fan of the series, so he knew these details. On the calendar, it was written October 27th, not September 10th.

Anyway, sorry again for the error.***

**Previously**

Day 3: September 12 - End of training

On the final day, Bobby put Max to the test in more real-life situations. They tracked a minor creature together to see how Max would react in a dangerous situation. To Bobby's great surprise, Max seemed to know exactly what to do, as if he had already lived through these scenarios.

Watching Max from a distance, Bobby murmured to himself, "If I hadn't secretly tested him with silver, holy water, and a few other tricks to see if he was a monster, I'd have thought otherwise. This kid's a monster of learning."

Max had managed to prove to Bobby that he could handle himself. He had absorbed everything he needed to know in just three days, with such mastery that even Bobby, a veteran hunter, was impressed. Max knew he was now ready to leave and find Dean, ready to face the supernatural world that awaited him.

END Chapter 4

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Chapter 5: Becoming a Superhuman

Late at night:

I stand here, at dawn, on the day when everything is about to spiral out of control for real. This is the true beginning of my adventure. Today, the world of Supernatural comes to life in front of me.

I've decided not to say goodbye to Bobby. He would have surely tried to stop me, despite everything I've proven in the past few days. I can tell he's starting to see me as the son he lost. He wants to protect me, even after seeing my skills.

I sneak out of the house, carrying the few belongings I've gathered in my bag. My steps are light, quiet. I have a mission, and I need to stay focused. Outside, under the pale glow of the moon, a 1970 Ford Mustang awaits me. An old car I had salvaged from the junkyard and repaired during my breaks. It might be an old heap of metal, but to me, it's a beast ready to roar.

I get in, turn the key, and the engine growls. The deep sound echoes through the quiet night. With a determined smile, I press the gas pedal. The engine's rumble fills my ears as I drive off, excited at the prospect of finally meeting the iconic characters of Supernatural.

Meanwhile, Bobby, standing by his window, watches the car fade into the darkness. In his hand, a crumpled piece of paper—a note Max left for him:

"Hey Bobby,

Thanks for hosting me these past few days. Although brief, I'll never forget these moments. Sorry for leaving without a word, but I knew you'd try to stop me.

We'll meet again soon, I'm sure. Don't worry about me, I plan to survive and kick this apocalypse's ass, and the ass of whoever put me in this mess.

Take care of yourself, your favorite newbie, Max."

Bobby furrowed his brow, squeezing the note in his hand. "Damn kid..." he muttered under his breath. "After everything I did for you, you don't even say goodbye. Ungrateful brat, reminds me of that bastard Dean..."

But his expression shifted, his face growing more serious. Still standing by the window, he watched the silhouette of the Mustang disappear into the distance.

"The world rests on your shoulders, kid," he murmured, his voice low but filled with gravity. "That's a hell of a burden for a 19-year-old... but I believe in you. After everything you've shown these past few days, you'll make it."

A thin smile crept across his lips. "Good luck, Max. Come back alive, or I'll kick your ass in hell myself."

Back to Max's point of view:

I was driving, gripping the steering wheel tightly, thinking about my next steps. The countdown to Jessica's death had already started in my head. Two options lay before me: on one hand, I could meet Sam and Dean at the beginning of the episode and join them in hunting the Woman in White, as planned. On the other hand, I could prepare myself to save Jessica from her tragic fate.

The decision was easy. Of course, I couldn't just stand there, looking Sam in the eyes, knowing I had the chance to save the woman he loved and did nothing.

I had to act. So, I planned an entire trip before heading to Sam's university. My objective was clear: prevent her death at all costs. I needed to be prepared because I'd only have one chance to change everything.

Stanford University was about a 20-24 hour drive away. I planned a strategic stop before arriving: a visit to the zoo. My plan was simple but effective: copy as many animal abilities as possible.

"Time to become a real beast!" I said aloud, grinning as I pressed down on the accelerator. ... ...

The next day:

Yesterday, I made good progress on the road and spent the whole afternoon at the zoo, discreet but determined. Copying the abilities of all sorts of animals had been easier than expected. One advantage of America is that everything here is bigger, including the zoos. And in 2005, restrictions were looser, so there was a wide variety of animals, from common species to rare ones.

I now have a set of abilities that allowed me to push far beyond human limits.

Anyway, here are my new abilities that I copied from various tourist attractions:

I categorized what I needed to acquire, plus some very satisfying bonuses.

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For Strength:

Rhinoceros Beetle (Oryctes nasicornis)

(Titanic Strength) Level: Perfect | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Ability to lift and move loads up to 850 times its own weight, giving Maxwell phenomenal strength relative to his size, far surpassing other creatures—approximately 60 tons.

For Speed:

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)

(Blazing Speed) Level: Expert | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Maxwell can reach extreme speeds over short distances, allowing him to hit a top speed close to 112 km/h, enabling him to either escape or catch up with enemies quickly.

Tiger Beetle (Cicindelinae)

(Instant Acceleration) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Near-instant acceleration, allowing Maxwell to reach full speed almost immediately.

For Dexterity:

Praying Mantis (Mantodea)

(Flash Precision) Level: Expert | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Possesses lightning-fast reflexes and surgical precision in attacks, able to anticipate opponents' movements with deadly accuracy.

For Regeneration:

Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)

(Complete Regeneration) Level: Master | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Allows for the rapid and nearly perfect regeneration of lost limbs, tissues, or organs, similar to an axolotl.

Starfish (Asteroidea)

(Partial Regeneration) Level: Expert | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to regrow arms or body parts after losing them, allowing Maxwell to recover from severe injuries.

Planarians (Planaria sp.)

(Total Regeneration) Level: Perfect | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Can regenerate his entire body, even after losing his head, reforming every part of his organism with total regeneration.

For Endurance:

Sled Dog (Siberian Husky or Alaskan Malamute)

(Inexhaustible Endurance) Level: Expert | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to maintain intense physical effort over prolonged periods without showing signs of fatigue, even after covering long distances.

For Breathing Underwater:

Sea Turtle (Chelonioidea)

(Extended Breath-Holding) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to hold his breath for long periods underwater, allowing for extended dives and hours of immersion.

Frog (Anura)

(Cutaneous Respiration) Level: Master | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Can breathe through his skin underwater, ideal for extended periods of immersion.

For Electricity Control:

Electric Eel (Electrophorus electricus)

(Electric Discharge) Level: Master | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Ability to generate and release powerful electric charges, up to 600 volts, capable of neutralizing or paralyzing enemies.

For Poison:

Blend of Geography Cone, Box Jellyfish, Blue-Ringed Octopus, Desert Taipan Snake

(Deadly Poison) Level: Perfect | Rarity: Mythical

Explanation: A combination of several deadly poisons, each toxin extremely potent, targeting different systems: rapid paralysis, cardiac arrest, and neurotoxic effects. Maxwell can quickly neutralize opponents with a dose of this poison. He can choose the poison's strength and effects.

For Smell:

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana)

(Long-Distance Smell) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Can detect odors from kilometers away, even small concentrations of chemicals or environmental elements.

Hunting Dog (Canis lupus familiaris)

(Scent Tracker) Level: Expert | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Maxwell can track complex scents for days, remembering specific smells over long periods.

Great White Shark (Carcharodon carcharias)

(Blood Detection) Level: Master | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Ability to detect a faint trace of blood or prey in the water from several kilometers away.

For Bioluminescence:

Firefly (Lampyridae)

(Natural Glow) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Max can generate a soft, controlled light, allowing him to illuminate his surroundings or distract enemies in dark environments.

For Vision:

Crested Gecko (Correlophus ciliatus)

(Advanced Night Vision) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to see in low-light conditions with exceptional clarity, useful for night vision.

Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus)

(Peripheral Vision) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Extremely wide peripheral vision, allowing Maxwell to monitor his surroundings in nearly 360 degrees.

Chameleon (Chamaeleonidae)

(Independent Vision) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to move his eyes independently, allowing him to monitor multiple directions simultaneously without moving his head.

Praying Mantis (Mantodea)

(Trinocular Vision) Level: Expert | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Trinocular vision, allowing for unmatched precision in distance evaluation.

Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)

(Piercing Vision) Level: Master | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Sharp vision over kilometers, enabling him to spot extremely distant details.

For Camouflage:

Chameleon (Chamaeleonidae)

(Adaptive Camouflage) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Can change color to blend into his immediate environment, making his movements nearly invisible.

Flatfish (Soleidae)

(Invisible Burrowing) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Ability to burrow and perfectly hide in surfaces such as sand or dirt.

Stick Insect (Phasmatodea)

(Natural Imitation) Level: Intermediate | Rarity: Uncommon

Explanation: Can take on the natural appearance of objects like branches or leaves, allowing Maxwell to hide in plain sight in natural environments.

Leaf-Tailed Gecko (Uroplatus sikorae)

(Mimetic Camouflage) Level: Expert | Rarity: Rare

Explanation: Mimetic appearance of rough surfaces, like trees or rocks, for exceptional natural camouflage.

For Radiation Resistance:

Tardigrade (Hypsibius dujardini)

(Radiation Resistance)Level: Master | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Maxwell can survive massive doses of radiation that would be lethal to other creatures.

For Dehydration Resistance:

Tardigrade (Hypsibius dujardini)

(Anhydrobiosis) Level: Master | Rarity: Very Rare

Explanation: Ability to survive without water for years by entering a state of anhydrobiosis until normal conditions are restored.

For Extreme Cryptobiosis:

Tardigrade (Hypsibius dujardini)

(Cryptobiosis) Level: Perfect | Rarity: Mythical

Explanation: Ability to enter a dormant state where all biological functions cease, allowing Max to survive in impossible environments (space, intense heat, extreme cold) without being affected by time or conditions.

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With all these new abilities, I've clearly surpassed my old human limits. I've gone beyond what it means to be human, even surpassing elite athletes. I've become what some might call 'superhuman.' But this power doesn't make me invincible, far from it. I'm still vulnerable to magic. If someone disintegrates me, I won't be able to regenerate. If my soul is stolen, I'd be defenseless... In short, I'm still far from untouchable.

However, with these new skills, I feel ready to start facing creatures. It's not perfect, but it's a solid beginning.

I still have quite a bit of road ahead before I reach Stanford University, especially after the detours I took to gather what I needed. Every step brings me closer to my goal. After a long day of driving, I now find myself with just a few hours left on the road.

Night has fallen:

I've got a few hours left before I reach Stanford University. Each step brings me closer to my objective. After a long day on the road, I arrive at a crossroads. And at this point, I think true Supernatural fans will know exactly what I'm about to do.

Summon a Crossroads Demon !!!!

END of Chapter 5