Chapter 145 Reactions from all forces
The players at this moment did not know that their act of activating the teleportation array had attracted the attention of nearby chaotic forces.
Just when Xino was hurriedly teleporting and preparing to leave, there was also a commotion in a certain maze on another planet.
On the ninth floor of the maze, in the "War Palace" deep in the war corridor, a burly orc is sitting on the granite throne.
His name is Grak, and he is titled "Blood Blade Demon General". He was once the right-hand man of Reggie Dragon. After the latter's death, he became the ruler of the sixth to ninth floors of the maze.
As one of the most courageous forwards under Reggie Dragon, he not only has platinum level strength, but also has the protection bestowed by the God of War during the Classical Era.
However, even though he was as powerful as he was, he was still shocked after hearing the news that the Gate of Chaos had been opened again.
More than that——
Especially when he learned that the door was right above his head, he jumped up from the throne as if his butt was burned.
"The door of chaos has opened again?! Didn't it just close? How could another one come so soon?! And what is that bastard from Carson doing?!"
He roared incoherently, with half fear and half astonishment in his eyes.
Not long ago, he was optimistic that the guy from Kasen could end the chaos in the upper levels of the labyrinth and become the "fifth demon general" of the Thunder County Labyrinth. However, he didn't expect that this guy would bring such a huge mess after not seeing each other for a few months.
In the face of chaos, even the temptation of power became much smaller, so much so that he even had the urge to escape to a foreign country.
In any case, the discrimination against orcs on the surface is not as serious as that of demons or undead. There is even a kingdom ruled by orcs on the east coast of the Whirlpool Sea.
Hence, he can definitely go there with his generals, open up a new tribe in the name of "Blooded Blade", and write a new epic.
Anyway, this is not a good place...
"No, I don't know... Sir. There is no news about Karson Skullcrusher. It seems to have disappeared, and there is no response to your will. Moreover, I saw a lot of things I have never seen outside the camp of the Skullcrusher tribe. They are as strong as us. But it looks different... Yes, that’s right, those guys crawled out of that crack!” The orc scout kneeling on one knee said tremblingly, reporting what he saw and heard on the fifth floor of the maze to the leader.
Grak remained silent for a long time after hearing this. Finally, he looked at his most trusted advisor and said in a deep voice.
"Zach, what do you think?"
The orc named Zach thought for a long time, and finally spoke in a heavy tone.
"The only thing Kasen will provoke is "Karmendes", the giant of fire who is rumored to destroy everything..."
Glac's pupils shrank slightly.
Karmandes!
He has heard of this name!
It is said that the army of chaos ravaging the dimensional desert is under the command of Kalmandes.
If there is an army of similar size connected behind the Chaos Gate, not to mention that he cannot stop the raging torrent, even if all the forces in the entire labyrinth are added up, and even the human kingdom on top of his head is included, he will probably be like an ant in front of Kalmandes' army.
The threat of Flame of Destruction is the most intuitive and easiest to detect.
But it is also the most difficult to defeat!
“…Now we’re in trouble.” Gluk paced back and forth in front of the throne, his eyes flickering uncertainly as he repeatedly weighed whether it was worth staying.
As if he had seen through the leader's thoughts, the counselor named Zach lowered his voice and said.
"I have never heard of the same place being invaded by Chaos twice in such a short period of time... From a rational point of view, it is really not worth staying here for a long time."
When he said this, he paused for a moment, and then changed the subject.
“But from another perspective, our world may be experiencing an unprecedented impact, which is why waves that occur once in ten years or even a hundred years appear so frequently... If this is the case, it will be the same wherever we go, and we will eventually encounter the troubles we should encounter.”
"In that case, it's better to face the threat in a familiar place... Is that what you want to say?" Gluck stared into his eyes, with a cruel smile on his lips.
The counselor named Zack lowered his head and said.
"After all, we can't keep running...and people who have been targeted by Chaos are very likely to be targeted again."
Gluk seemed to accept this statement and sat back on the granite throne that made him feel hot.
"Do you have any good ideas?"
"We should contact the other rulers of the maze as soon as possible to discuss countermeasures together..." When he said this, Zach paused for a moment, with a meaningful light shining in his eyes, "Including the demon king from hell who temporarily rules the upper level of the maze..."
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Following the chaos caused by the death of Reggie Dragon, the Labyrinth of Thunder County once again stood at the crossroads of destiny.
While the ruler of the War Corridor was undecided, the other three demon generals who controlled the lower levels of the maze were also faced with choices about the future.
At the same time, in the wasteland on the fifth floor of the maze, Tyrell, the leader of the Gray Wind Tribe, was looking in the direction of the Skull-Smashing Tribe with a sad face.
"A natural disaster actually struck again... I thought it was just that one time."
The deadwood stick in his hand slowly cracked the wrinkled bark, and an old and slow sound came from it.
"I also thought that was the only time...but now it seems that maybe it doesn't count at all."
Tyrrell looked at it in surprise and said solemnly.
cedous but the weathered branch did not directly answer his question, but dropped a meaningful prophecy.
The fates of the living people living outside the labyrinth and the dead buried deep underground have always been tightly bound together.
The opening of the Gate of Chaos not only made the priests of Thunder City frown, but also made Knight Commander Charles, who served as the commander of the "Demon Hunter", tense up.
Since the death of Knight Commander Mel, he has been designated by His Highness Edward as the captain of the "Demon Hunter" squad of the Knights of the Trident.
This force was originally created to prevent the corruption of Chaos from spreading within the Knights. However, the work they have done so far seems to have nothing to do with guarding against Chaos.
It was at this moment that the pastor of the church found him and told him that the Gate of Chaos had opened again, and it seemed to be in a similar location to before...
The capital of the Principality of Campbell, Fort Campbell, about a hundred kilometers away from Thunder County, the Duke, who was lying unconscious in bed, suddenly clenched his skinny hand.
The servants surrounding him were surprised, and their voices quickly spread around.
"Saint Sisius is above!"
"Quick, go and inform Master Edward!"
A servant hurriedly ran out the door, while the housekeeper called the palace physician and the priest and sat next to the bed.
Sacred light can heal most injuries, but it cannot restore youth to those who have exhausted their lifespan. The court physician exchanged a few words with the priest, then looked at the duchess and shook his head slightly.
Having realized something, the Duchess covered her mouth sadly, trying hard not to let out the sad cry.
The sad atmosphere began to spread.
Looking at the frowning frown of her father who was lying in bed, the young princess rushed to the bedside in distress, wanting to hold her father's hand.
However, as soon as she stretched out her hand, she was gently held by the maid standing aside.
"Miss Eileen Campbell, your brother is on his way here... would you like him to come first?"
This is the custom of the Lion Kingdom, and it is also an unwritten practice set to ensure that the inheritance rights are undisputed.
In order to prevent the elderly lord from talking nonsense and making a will that should not be made when he is dying, the legal heir is usually the one who sends him on his last journey under the witness of the clergy.
But before that, no one is allowed to talk to him without permission.
Even if it is flesh and blood of close relatives.
However, the rules are the rules, and the people standing here are living people after all.
Erin Campbell raised her head, looked at the maid with tearful eyes, then looked at her mother who was covering her face and crying, and said while holding back her sobs.
"I, I also have a lot to say to my father..."
A trace of unbearability flashed across the Duchess's face, but she still spoke in a gentle tone.
"There will be a chance."
In order to prevent her daughter from enduring the pain of grief, the Duchess motioned to the maid beside her to take the little princess out of the house and wait.
However, at this moment, the Duke, who was lying on the bed, suddenly opened his eyes, coughed and spoke.
"Stop!"
The maid who was walking towards the door stopped.
Everyone looked at the Duke who was lying in bed in surprise.
Including the priest sitting beside the bed.
The priest was about to say something, but was stopped by the old Duke's raised hand.
Looking at those extremely sober pupils, the priest finally said nothing, but nodded slightly, showing respect for the Duke.
Aaron Campbell is God's chosen man.
If this is God's instruction, as a servant serving Saint Sith, he certainly has no reason to stop it.
Irene, who stopped at the door, turned around and rushed to the bed like a gust of wind. She knelt beside the bed and held her father's hand.
"Dad!"
Those tear-filled eyes were full of reluctance.
She was still young and couldn't understand why her father, who was still in good health a few months ago, suddenly fell ill and fell into bed and became like this now.
That seemed to happen overnight.
Looking at his lovely daughter, a kind smile rarely appeared on Archduke Campbell's majestic face.
However, it didn’t take long for that kind smile to be replaced by a look of unbearability and heartache.
The sufferings of the Campbell Principality did not end with the death of the Demon King. Even the real natural disaster was still hidden in the hazy morning and dusk.
If possible, he would like to continue fighting, mount his war horse, and clear away the chaos for his descendants again...
However, not far away, Lord Saint Sith was already waving to him.
His time is running out...
Archduke Campbell took a deep breath and looked firmly at his daughter.
"Irene...how is your swordsmanship?"
"Swordsmanship?"
Irene was stunned for a moment. She didn't know why her father asked this, but she still smiled from her tearful face and said in a showy tone.
"The teacher said that I am progressing very quickly, and it won't be long before I can break through the fine steel level."
I can break through the fine steel level before I am sixteen years old.
This speed is not outstanding among the Campbell family, but it is still among the best among the nobles of the Lane Kingdom.
"As expected of my daughter."
Hand Duke Campbell had a relaxed smile on his face, but then his expression became serious again, and he looked at his daughter and said.
"Daddy is going to a place far away soon..."
"No! Don't leave! You will get better, right?" Irene interrupted him with a crying voice.
Grand Duke Campbell held his daughter's hand with slight force and said in a kind voice.
"Everyone will have such a day, whether he is a mortal or a person chosen by God. So don't feel sad for me, I just took off the armor from my shoulders and went on the next journey. Maybe in the next reincarnation, we will meet again..."
When he said this, he paused for a moment, and then said that sentence under the gaze of countless pairs of surprised eyes.
"I gave my principality and knighthood to your two brothers respectively, but forgot to leave you something..."
"Now, I decided to give you my sword."
Leaving these last words, Aaron Campbell finally closed his eyes and went to another world with a smile without regrets.
Looking at Archduke Campbell with his hands hanging down, the people around him rushed forward, kneeling beside the bed with tears in their eyes, shouting his name and title.
“Wake up, Master!”
"Duke Campbell! We can't live without you..."
"The merciful Saint Sith is above... Please show mercy and give him some more time!"
The sound of crying filled the whole room, and only two people did not cry.
One is Irene standing beside the bed.
She stood dumbfounded, looking at her father with her eyes closed, and she had forgotten to cry.
The face with eyes closed was overlapped with the memories in her mind, and they were constantly being shown in front of her eyes, like a puppet show with broken pieces.
The other person who did not cry was his brother.
Edward, who was standing at the door, happened to hear the last words left by his father, and his face turned into ice with grief and joy.
He finally got everything he dreamed of, but seemed to have lost the recognition he wanted most from his father.
Grand Duke Campbell did not hand over the ancestral sword "Light of Praise" to his hand, but gave it to his sister.
Why?
Edward cannot understand.
Looking at the deceased man, he couldn't help clenching his fists, biting his lips, and his nails dug deeply into his flesh.
He could feel that his father trusted him, but he didn't seem to trust him that much.
That man was clearly training him as the heir to the principality, but he also handed over the Trident Knights, which symbolized the strongest combat power of the Campbell Principality, to his brother.
He tried to do something to prove himself in front of the man in order to gain the man's trust.
However, it seems that until his father breathed his last breath, he failed to make him believe that he could continue the glory of the Campbell family...
At this time, someone finally discovered the new Grand Duke.
The old housekeeper walked up to him and said in a sad voice.
"Master...please express your condolences."
"Yes."
Edward nodded with a heavy expression and walked to the bed.
Looking at his father who had closed his eyes, he took a deep breath, held the hand that had lost its body temperature, and spoke in a gentle and light voice.
“...I will shoulder the responsibility you have given me. I swear by the name you gave me, I will continue the glory of the Campbell family.”
Except for the lady and her maid who were still immersed in grief, most of the servants in the castle gradually changed their mood and accepted the new master.
Aaron's time is over.
The next fifty years belong to Edward Campbell.
Based in everyone's gaze, Edward gently put down his father's hand, then glanced at his sister beside him without any trace, and spoke softly in a voice that only the two of them could hear.
Congratulations.
Irene, who had not yet recovered from her grief, was stunned for a moment, turned to look at her brother, but only saw the latter's back walking toward the door.
Congratulations...?
This sentence seems a bit inappropriate.
Before she could react, a knight in heavy armor came to him and knelt down on one knee, placing a simple and gorgeous long sword in front of her with both hands.
Looking at the astonished Princess Irene, the elderly housekeeper standing next to her said softly.
"According to the master's last words, this light of praise now belongs to you."
"Although this has no precedent in the history of the Campbell family, since it is the master's order, I believe he must have received the will of Lord Saint Sith."
"Your Excellency Erin Campbell, I hope you will keep it properly..."
"And, treat it with caution."
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"Scourge OL" official website, the players who have been waiting for it have finally welcomed the long-awaited A07 version.
Contrary to the expectations of most players and cloud players, the newly released version A07 can be said to be the biggest update since the launch of the game.
Even in terms of content, it has already caught up with the expansion packs of general MMORPGs!
【A.0.7 update: Crusade of the Undead!
1. Expedition to "Kaa Planet": The distant planet Kaa has fallen into the corruption of Chaos, and now this dirty corrosion is trying to penetrate the starry sky above us and extend their dirty hands to our land! Rather than sit back and wait for death, it is better to take the initiative. This time we will put the battlefield on their territory, making those invaders from afar regret their rash decision!
· New map "Kaa Planet": There is a teleportation station on the first floor of the maze. Players who meet the "Black Iron Level" level can enter the "Outpost Fortress" of Kaa Planet through the station, participate in the A07 version of the main line, and fight against the Chaos Invasion!
NOTE: Killing chaotic creatures can gain experience and drop material "Blood Crystal". The latter can be exchanged for Hades Coins based on its quality. Completing tasks can earn contributions! For more game content and rich rewards, players are invited to explore on their own in the game! For players who discover the history of Kaa planet, posting on the forum will receive additional rewards based on the quality of the post!
2. Add 1,000 new beta test qualifications!
) (Minimum soul level requirement: Black Iron) (Reincarnation cost: 2000) (Initial resurrection cost: 200)
Note: Creatures other than undead have upper limits for reincarnation and longer resurrection CDs, so please choose carefully.
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Less than a minute after the update announcement was released, the number of visits to the official website forum instantly doubled several times. The discussion was like a chain reaction, and each section was as lively as a festival.
"Oh my God! Really updated a whole planet?!"
"The planning is awesome!!!"
"What a cheat! Where is my qualification for the closed beta test?! I failed again?!"
MMP! It must be fake! Unless the development team sends me an activation code on the spot!”
qualifications for the closed beta test have not been issued yet...it seems to be distributed over several days. What are you in a hurry for? (sweat)”
"I'm sorry, I made a typo just now. What I want to say is that planning is my stupid dad."
Although there are many people who offend him, in general players are still very interested in the content of the A07 version.
The monsters in the maze are increasingly unable to satisfy players whose levels are rising.
In the past, a crypt spider was enough to keep his little players busy for half a day, but now even the weakest professional players can easily kill this thing alone.
Now is the time to open a new map!
In addition to mobilizing players to enter Kaa Planet to hunt monsters, Luo Yan also asked Zerick to send a group of gecko acolytes to install the Demon King statue in the outpost fortress of Kaa Planet.
As Luo Yan expected, the planet Kaa also contains rich magic resources, which can charge the faith crystal!
Although the power of faith harvested on alien planets cannot be directly recharged into his system, it is enough to get back the full collection of faith crystals through the portal!
When many Demon Lords on the frontline pay the "faith tax", they basically use empty faith crystals to extract the power of faith from the core of their own Demon Lords, and then send it back to the Demon Temple in the Demon City through teleportation arrays or other channels.
The outpost fortress located on the planet Kaa, just like his colony on an alien planet!
Using science and technology from the late Renaissance and early Industrial Revolution to colonize outer space...
This feeling is really subtle and joyful.
Just as Luo Yan was sighing in his heart, the "Goli Car" he was riding finally arrived at its destination and stopped at the entrance of the Magic City Slave Market.
Tall and mighty demon statues stand on both sides of the market entrance. Passing through the gate is a bustling street with a constant stream of shouts.
Everything is sold here.
There are goblins sent by the Goblin chief in exchange for Keira, as well as human knights, priests and nuns captured by the frontline troops.
There are even low-level succubi looking for internship units.
This market is said to have a history of hundreds of years.
Even though it was the second time he came here, Luo Yan was still severely shocked by the scene here. He didn't know where to put his eyes for a while.
By the way, the main reason why he was wandering around here was to look for useful thugs.
As for the mercenary group, there is no news from Mia yet. He plans to look for it himself to see if there is any suitable one.
Although he does not have an intelligence network like the Padridge family, Yoyo floating next to him can see levels of souls that ordinary people cannot see.
Maybe he can still make a mistake.
Although some people are not strong, their soul level is high enough. As we all know, the soul level determines the upper limit of strength. As long as you keep up with the acquired training, it will only be a matter of time before you become stronger!
With this thought in mind, Luo Yan walked back and forth in the slave market several times.
However, unfortunately, this leak was not as easy to pick up as he imagined.
The vast majority of slaves sold here have the same strength as their own soul level, and the difference is only a dozen or so levels at most.
Just when Luo Yan was about to give up the idea of picking up the leak, a familiar figure suddenly caught his eye.
What's interesting is that the guy also noticed him, and the moment he met his eyes, the man's face showed a surprised expression.
"You...why are you here?!"
His schedule is messed up again, and he is destined to fall asleep on this birthday. Post it in advance today, it will still be at 10 o'clock tomorrow =.=