Vigilant sent Fireblade Blademasters across the battlefield outside Highmaul, and sent his handwritten letter to the area near the besieged Gorgrond Temple. He was looking forward to a response from Ogre Warlord, who was already in dire straits.
But he didn't expect that Wizard Head Mar'gok's response would come so quickly.
Just at dawn, outside the ruins where Mogor Town was destroyed and razed by Furious Goron, Saint had just led the recruits to complete today's Holy Light prayer. Just when he was worried that his accumulated holy power was once again dangerous and "uncountable", the dusty Fireblade Blademasters appeared near the camp.
He strode towards Diakum, took out a strange crystal rune stone and handed it over without saying a word.
Dick took the crystal and looked at it in his hand. Eredar has a natural bonus in jewelry craftsmanship. It is almost their natural skill to distinguish and select gems. Even the young Yrel saw the peculiarity of this crystal.
Especially the polishing craftsmanship is absolutely superb. It is hard to imagine that the stupid-looking Ogres can process such exquisite multi-faceted rhombus crystal diamonds.
What's even more astonishing is that every perfect facet of this crystal is inscribed with unique ancient runes, which makes this crystal itself a very sophisticated magical weapon.
"This is Apexis Crystal! Diakum Uncle."
"Traveller" Lelan is well-informed, so she stepped forward and explained to Dick:
"This is a special gem originating from the world of Draenor. It is a unique mineral that is born with its own energy. It is also the most commonly used and important spell-casting resource for Gorian Ogres wizards. Those wizards use unique "rune" magic, and they often dig various unique rocks to store Arcane Magic.
Although I have never been to Highmaul, I have exchanged magic materials with Ogre Shaman in Ogre Magi Fortress of Frostfire Ridge.
Although the guy's initial plan was to turn me into its spell-casting slave, I still learned the secret of Apexis Crystal from it before our fragile "friendship" broke down.
This thing is the same as the Arcanite Crystal we use, and can be used as the energy source for most magic rituals.
Archbishop Hataaru has been studying the mystery of Apexis Crystal many years ago. He improved this mineral and made it a new material for Arcanite Crystal. Today, more than half of the various Arcanite Crystal devices used by your compatriots come from the mining of Apexis Crystal."
"That's it."
Dick nodded, indicating that he understood.
He must also pretend to be "taught", even if in his heart he knows more and more completely about Apexis Crystal's secrets than his "adopted daughter".
He even knew that the Apexis magic inheritance of the Ogre Shamans was not unique to them. In fact, the Ogress learned this from the Arakkoa priests in the south of the mainland. Spell, but after the collapse of Arakkoa's Sun Empire, Gorian Empire can naturally claim this other people's power as Ogres's own powerful inheritance.
But it should be said that these Ogre Shaman do have two brushes.
They developed their own unique energy manipulation based on the crystal magic taught by Arakkoa, and Ogre Shaman also made good use of the unique power of Apexis Crystal. VanCleef catalyzed the intelligence of the people and artificially "created" a smarter and more powerful Two-headed Ogre.
It can be said that Apexis Crystal magic is the most glorious pearl in Ogres civilization.
Even in the official history, Highmaul was destroyed in this battle, and Gorian Empire has been completely Dispersion in the history of Draenor, but the Apexis inheritance has still been inherited, and has continued for decades. From the wreckage of the post-Draenor world, a wonderful Ogres organization called "Ogrila" was born. The famous "Demon Unmatched" trial was created by those "smart" Ogress.
But now we can study the mystery of this crystal runestone a little further. Since Lantresor, as the "Vigilant special envoy", has brought this thing back, it means that the Ogre Shaman head of state has shown his sincerity.
"Activate it, Lelan."
Dick handed the rune stones to his adopted daughter and warned:
"Find a quiet place and make sure that my conversation with Wizard Head is not known to too many people."
"Leave it to me."
Lelan took the rune stones and, under the protection of Garona, headed to the dead Mogor Ruins, where he looked for a suitable building to create a private conversation space for Diakum Uncle and Ogre Warlord.
After they left, Dick looked at Fireblade Blademasters and asked:
"Is it bad?"
"It can no longer be described as "terrible"."
Lantresor shook his head and said:
"Ogres's fortress is like a candle in the wind. What's worse is that their morale is low. I know some Ogres slang. When I was scouting near Gorgrond Temple, I saw with my own eyes that one of Mar'gok's subordinates, Ogre Shaman, took advantage of the shift change to escape from the position.
The most outrageous thing is that there are people at the Twilight's Hammer Clan who are dedicated to handling it.
As long as he put on a new suit on the spot, Ogres easily completed the camp change.
This is the racial tradition of these guys. Muqiang is the instinct engraved in their blood. This is also how Burning Blade Clan deals with Ogres bandits during daily security patrols. Kill their leader in front of them, and the remaining Ogres barbarians will disperse in a rush even if they still have the strength to fight.
Although they are wild and strong by nature, their discipline and organization are too poor."
Fireblade Blademasters commented very coldly:
"In my opinion, there is no need to save Highmaul!
Twilight's Hammer Clan's attack there was more like "conscription" than destruction. Most of the powerful Warrior that Mar'gok had worn down had become the backbone of the evil Cho'gall demons, and Wizard Head's elite troops had been completely hollowed out.
Even if you have magic soldiers descending from the sky, you can only save a polished commander."
"No, it is precisely because Ogres has a strong nature that Mar'gok is still very valuable."
Diakum looked at the burning Highmaul in front of him, he shook his head and said:
"Cho'gall wants to destroy Gorian Empire by killing Mar'gok on the spot, but we can do the opposite!
As long as Cho'gall, the "axis of evil", is killed on the battlefield, Ogres of the Twilight's Hammer Clan will also switch sides on the spot. At that time, Mar'gok only needs to stand up and shout, and the weak Gorian Empire in your eyes will naturally bounce back and regain its strength."
"Well, from a strategic perspective, this is indeed a solution."
Fireblade Blademasters nodded, but then asked:
"But Cho'gall is very cunning. How can you accurately decapitate it if it is unpredictable? Your granddaughter and I can help find its location, but the problem is that I don't think Twilight's Hammer Clan will give Highmaul more time."
That temple was destroyed within a day or two."
"Well, this is not a problem we need to worry about, Lantresor, we just need to be prepared to intervene in the war."
Saint waved his hand confidently and said:
"In the same matter, both parties must take action and achieve each other's goals. The mode of cooperation to achieve victory is called "cooperation". In this matter, Wizard Head Mar'gok is more anxious than us."
"You mean, let it be used as bait?"
Lantresor is indeed a master tactician. He immediately guessed what Dick was thinking, but he frowned and shook his head and said:
"It's not realistic. If that cunning Ogre Warlord had the courage, the situation of Highmaul would not have deteriorated to the point it is now. In my opinion, that noble bloodline with hereditary power is just a coward.
Grom Hellscream defeated its will in one battle in the city-breaking battle...:"
"Then help it find its courage!"
Dick moved his fingers and said:
"When your own ethnic group and kingdom are facing extinction, if you, as a king, cannot make a decision, then you deserve the destruction of the Gorian Empire!
K'ure Alliance is not the only choice.
If Ogres is powerful enough, then all it takes is a powerful Warrior with Ogres bloodline to initiate the conquest.
In the end, the entire Draenor and Ogres will gather under one banner and fight for the same goal!
Mar'gok You must understand your situation.
If it is like a giant baby king that only expects rescue from others and is unwilling to make any sacrifices, then it is not the ally we need."
"Saint, Ms. Lelan activated the rune stones. The arrogant Ogre Shaman head of state is waiting to talk to you. Nubodon ran over and reported. Dick nodded and turned towards Mogor Ruins.
He entered a room that was still intact. Lelan was using his own magic power to keep the runestones activated. The Apexis Crystal was suspended in the air, constantly emitting a violet halo, and in the halo was projected the shrunken figure of Wizard Head Mar'gok.
This noble Two-headed Ogre wizard wears a gorgeous purple head of state robe. There are mysterious purple Apexis Crystal pendants on his waist and chest that surround him with powerful arcane energy. His shoulders are covered with heavy armor War Armor made of steel.
The most peculiar thing is that there is a head of state crown held up by the power of Arcane on the back.
This look made Ogres get rid of the stereotypes of "stupid" and "savage" in the past, and even the two heads and three eyes engraved with war patterns became wise and noble.
It is extremely tall.
It is several heads taller than the strongest Ogres Warrior. Just sitting on the ancient stone throne, you can infer that this guy is at least five meters tall. Even among Ogres, he is considered a proper "giant", which reflects its extraordinary wizard blood bonus.
Behind Wizard Head, on each side stood an elemental beast gathered by Arcane Energy. These elemental energy creatures should have been irrational and violent, but at this time, beside Mar'gok, they were as docile as servants, and they even held up weapons belonging to the noble head of state for it.
On the left hand side is a huge staff decorated with arcana, wrapped with a luxurious ribbon like the authority of the Supreme Head of State.
On the right hand side is a mighty and heavy sword. The blade is covered with mysterious runes, giving it a might as heavy as Gorian Empire inheritance.
"Say it.
Seeing the arrival of the real master, Wizard Head in the magic projection raised his hand and said in an arrogant tone:
"Saint of Draenei, why do you meet the king of Gorian? Since you have met the king, why don't you worship him?"
Well, the standard Draenei slang is clear in pronunciation, well-chosen and even has a hint of elegant pronunciation, and this Two-headed Ogre does not have the bad problem of other Two-headed Ogres that have to be divided into two parts to say a sentence.
When one of its heads opens, the other head remains silent, but its three eyes all have the light of thinking, which means that its two heads can think at the same time. This is a manifestation of the perfect cooperation of two consciousnesses in the same body, and represents the uniqueness and extraordinaryness of Wizard Head.
But it was this attitude that made Vigilant very unhappy.
He stared at the still arrogant Mar'gok in the projection and said:
"So, noble Wizard Head, is it us or you who are in dire straits now? Is it Gorian Empire or Draenei who is in urgent need of help now?
Since you took the initiative to give away this rune stone, please show a corresponding attitude!
I have no intention of arguing with you on etiquette issues. Time is precious to you and me, so I will skip the red tape and speak directly. Facing the invitation of the K'ure Alliance that I personally gave, what kind of response are you and your empire going to give?"
"Oh, pragmatist, I like it!"
The other head opening of Wizard Head.
This time, the voice was no longer arrogant, but as heavy and majestic as Warrior. The blood-red one eye stared at Diakum and asked:
"But before forming an alliance, I must at least know your strength.:
My empire has fallen, my noble people have become bandits, and the territory of the empire has been invaded by inferior races. These are all facts, but Gorian Empire has not yet perished! As the most orthodox king of Draenor, I will not allow myself to form an alliance with a group of liars."
"Then you stay in Gorgrond Temple."
Dick's tone became colder and he said:
"Guarding your throne, waiting for Cho'gall to drain your power, and send your noble people to the devil of War Horde, who will be driven by Great Chieftain Blackhand to bloodbath the entire world as a war slave.
In fact, you should thank me.
If my victory in Shadowmoon Valley hadn't prompted Blackhand to speed up the pace of the war, Grom Hellscream would not have been recalled to Tanaan Jungle. If Warsong Clan's Chieftain is still in Overmind's war, and I'm afraid your two heads are now hanging on the gate of Grommashar's clan fortress as a display of the Warsong Clan's illustrious martial arts.
Although this is our first meeting, Wizard Head, you already owe Draenei a favor!"
Mar'gok fell silent.
It is trapped in Gorgrond Temple but the news is not blocked. As the first person of Draenor in the field of Arcane,
Wizard Head There are many ways to observe the changes in the world without leaving home.
It knows that Diakum is not asking for credit, what they say is the truth.
The tough exchange of words made Mar'gok realize that the Draenei Saint in front of him was not an easy character to handle. In fact, this conversation might be just an attempt for him, which means that besides him, there might really be other candidates for the K'ure Alliance.
Well, this is really the worst bad news for a force leader who desperately needs reinforcements.
So, Wizard Head decided not to pretend anymore.
It stood up from its throne. This action allowed Diakum to clearly see the wounds covered by the gorgeous robe on its waist. Although the ferocious lacerations had healed during training, their shape looked like they had been cut with heavy weapons.
Needless to say, it must come from Gorehowl in the hands of Grom Hellscream. No wonder it stays behind closed doors.
For Mu Qiang's Ogres, if their leader looks so weak, it's a wonder they can have morale when fighting.
But on the other hand, being able to escape from the hands of Grom, a "headshot maniac", is enough to prove the gold content of Ogre Shaman.
"My empire needs allies! In the past eras, Gorian Empire always fought alone, using our power against the entire world, but as you said in your letter, the gathering of War Horde is just a sign of worse times to come."
Wizard Head said in a deep voice:
"To tell you the truth, Saint of Draenei, when I was injured and weak, an envoy from the Burning Legion did visit me, and a Nathrezim made me a very generous offer.
It says that as long as I and my empire ally with War Horde, we can get Blessing of Strength from Greater Demon!
It promised me that my empire would rise again, and the glory of Gorian would shine on the entire Draenor as it did in the past.
However, I decisively rejected it and strangled the Dreadlord with my own hands as a resolute response from the Gorian Empire to the Burning Legion. Do you know why?"
"Want to hear the details."
Dick made a "please" gesture, Wizard Head snorted, and its two heads spoke at the same time, saying loudly:
"Because it requires me to kneel down to the Lord Burning Legion! It requires me to dedicate my loyalty to that supreme power. However,
The king cannot bow his head! My power will not allow me to bow my head to anyone.
If this Afterglow Empire requires sacrificing my dignity to save it, then I would rather destroy it myself.
Sounds a little silly and a little arrogant, right?
Putting the dignity of a king before the survival of the empire makes me look less like a wise ruler.
But you have to know that for a Ogres leader, taking the initiative to bow to someone means that you will lose everything in your hands! No matter how powerful the other party is, you have to fight it for your own status and power!
Only the strong are worthy of leading the tribe!
This is our tradition, just like Orcs's Mak'gora, this is the glory of our Ogres.
So, alien Saint, no matter what your K'ure Alliance wants to get from the Gorian Empire,
Regardless of whether this pact is just another fucking trick, I need help right now, and I won't hide it.
But don't think about setting up another "master" over me!
This is my bottom line."
"K'ure Alliance will not have leaders in the conventional sense."
Dick nodded and emphasized:
"Draenei and Orcs are equal. If Gorian Empire is also willing to join, then you and your tribe can enjoy this equality.
This covenant is to protect the world rather than to conquer it. During war, it can unite all races to jointly deal with threats. During peacetime, it is the best diplomatic occasion to coordinate conflicts between each other. You don't have to worry about having an extra character like "Draenor High King"...:
Or in other words, if you want to be High King to Draenor, it depends on your wrist.
But right now, we have a common enemy, not just War Horde, but also Burning Legion who asks you to surrender as a slave."
"We can talk about these later! I am a visionary leader and will not be seduced by empty promises."
The head of state Mar'gok waved his hand and interrupted Dick's description, saying:
"I can join, but the siege of Highmaul must be lifted! You have to bring your army here to help me repel the siege of Twilight's Hammer. After my capital is safe, we can talk about joining the covenant."
"I have a better idea."
Dick When Wizard Head finished speaking, he stared at it and said:
"In your hanging fortress, you and I will cooperate to kill Chieftain Cho'gall of Twilight's Hammer, and destroy Twilight Vanguard of War Horde here. A common victory will lay the foundation for cooperation between the two parties.
You know your Ogres traditions better than I do!
If you can kill Cho'gall in front of those weak barbarians and wizards, it proves that you are stronger than it!
You also have the blessing of the Gorian royal bloodline. With the power of victory, those servants who rebelled against you will return in an instant. Even the Twilight's Hammer Warrior that Cho'gall has worked so hard to gather will become your army.
Isn't this the first step in the Gorian Empire's revival?"
"Great idea!"
Wizard Head's three eyes shone brightly at the same time as Gleam, but then it made a contemptuous snort and said:
"But you are trying to use your words to trick me into becoming your bait to hunt Cho'gall. I don't know what personal grudges you have with that bastard who was marked with shame by my own hands and exiled from his hometown, but the fact is that you, the alien Saint, have a "bad heart" that is hidden in the light.
You clearly know that only when I personally step out of Gorgrond Temple into the battlefield, the hidden cunning Cho'gall will take the initiative to appear.
You are fishing!
And I am the bait you throw out.
You should convince me, Diakum Zastinss, but I'm curious how you can convince me to take such a risk? What if you break your promise when I need help the most...:"
"You should probably convince yourself."
Dick smiled, he took out the original document of the K'ure Alliance from his arms, unfolded it in front of the head of state Mar'gok, pointed to the signature of the elemental light Gleam at the bottom of the document, and said:
"Look, here are the signatures of the Frostwolf Clan and Whiteclaw Clan!
The two Orcs clans who have lived in Frostfire Ridge for a long time have become staunch members of the K'ure Alliance. The best thing is that they have long suffered threats from Ogre Magi on their own land. As far as I know, Ogre Magi Fortress is the frontier of the once glorious Gorian Empire.
The tens of thousands of Ogres in that fortress are divided into several forces and are fighting among themselves under the leadership of different warlords. They are all supposed to be your servants! They have been separated from the glory of the empire for too long, and have forgotten their glorious past and returned to barbarism, especially after the Battle of Blood River killed another Wizard Head.
I am here to make a promise to you, Your Majesty Mar'gok.
You and Highmaul join K'ure Alliance, Frostwolf Clan and White Claw will assist your army to recover Ogre Magi Fortress!
Of course, those Ogres must be evacuated Frostfire Ridge.
They take back the lost land, you gain valuable population, and the return of Ogre Magi Fortress's elite troops will instantly give you a Burning Legion force capable of launching conquests! The empire will be infused with fresh blood and will be able to run again under your will."
"Then what?"
Wizard Head asked:
"Then I initiate conquest and play the role of Great Chieftain Blackhand at this time, and then the rest of you join forces to defeat me?"
"No, Draenei is just a passerby in the Draenor world. One day we will leave here, and Ogres and Orcs are both aborigines of Draenor. You both have strong claims to world sovereignty.
Who will be Overmind this world in the future? That is your internal problem, and we Draenei have no interest in participating."
Diakum shook his head and said:
"We only care about whether the world can survive the threat of the Burning Legion. Just like in your current situation, if you want to ensure that Gorian Empire is not destroyed, you have to focus on whether you want to risk your noble self.
But I can swear to you by my Holy Light and my morality, distinguished head of state, when Cho'gall, the scheming person, appears on the battlefield, there will definitely be Holy Radiance by your side!
As soon as it shows its head, I guarantee you, it is dead!
I have prayed to my faith, Holy Light to grant me this execution!"
"You mean...:"
Wizard Head is very smart, it heard the hidden meaning of Diakum's words.
It narrowed its three eyes and said:
"I only need to lure Cho'gall out, you can do the rest?
"Yes!"
Dick said in a deep voice:
"I would be happy to execute that traitor for you as an ally of the Gorian Empire. If I can't do it, it will prove that K'ure Alliance is not as powerful as we claim. But if I hunt that head for you,
Then Gorian Empire must fulfill his alliance promise."
"Deal!"
Mar'gok agreed immediately, but Dick was not satisfied with the verbal promise.
He said:
"You must swear an oath as a king, and I must ensure that your overly wise mind does not come up with a weird idea that will disappoint us at the critical moment."
"Oh, so cautious."
Wizard Head sarcastically said:
"Your eloquence is even better than that Dreadlord who I strangled to death. You are really suitable to be a lobbyist. Saint, the alien, okay, okay.
Me!
Wizard Head Mar'gok!
Gorian Empire The most orthodox heir to power! Highmaul and Ogre Magi Fortress and Highlord of the lost realm of the empire! Draenor The One king of all Ogres!
I swear this by my name, by my family heritage, and by my noble bloodline!
As long as the siege of Highmaul is lifted, as long as "The Exiled" Cho'gall is executed, as long as I and my Warrior are in If we win victory over Gorgrond Temple and promote the prestige of the empire, then my empire and I will join K'ure Alliance and fight with our allies against the threats of War Horde and Burning Legion.
Witness the ancient rune stones! Witness the majestic Arcane! Witness the trampled earth! If I violate this oath, I will die under the scourge of the gods; if I violate this oath, the afterglow of the Gorian empire will disappear into thin air!
Huh, are you satisfied with this poisonous oath? Diakum."
"Then, tomorrow! Just tomorrow, let's join forces to hunt down the crazy people who have fallen into the void! Holy Light needs me to stand firm, and I will do what I want."