Chapter 390 80. Destined Ally·There can only be one Devourer of Worlds among these stars
Light cannot exist independently of shadow.
This is the foundation of all the extensions of Light Weaver Order's teachings and the absolute core of the "Light and Shadow Intertwined" path.
Therefore, in the hall designated by Aldor Temple for Light Weaver, when Diakum personally led Light and Shadow Priest to pray here, the light of the temple and the surrounding shadows formed a unique blend.
Because Faction Ritual is not yet fully formed, Diakum leads Priest in praying without using scriptures that are too "shocky". Instead, they use the scriptures passed down by Eredar's ancestors to pray on the spot.
But faith is a matter of justification in a world where supernatural power really exists, especially the idealistic power of Holy Light.
If you think you can blend in with light and shadow, then you really can.
Just like Diakum holding scriptures and walking among believers, his light is bright, but the shadow behind him is also lengthening.
He recited one sentence, and the believers in light and shadow followed suit. In this hall with a strong atmosphere of faith, every Priest's forehead and shoulders had light Gleam, but they also had their own shadows lingering in the light.
They are in the light Consecration, and they are also watching in the shadows.
In the front row is Eredath and Light and Shadow Priest. He is also reciting scriptures. The Blessing staff in his hand is wrapped around Holy Light.
But it will quietly transform into the eerie chill of Curse Expulsion in the flow of shadows.
This does not stop these light and shadow people from being enthusiastic about Holy Light. On the contrary, because they have to experience the purification of shadows, their minds are generally more enthusiastic and persistent than Pure Light Oath's Priest.
Outside the hall, the Priests of Aldor gathered there.
With a hint of hostility, they observed these prayers that they considered to be "heretical" and chattered about the difference between the two, but no one came forward to debate the scriptures with the light and shadow people.
On the one hand, the average Bible reading level of Priest is indeed not enough to debate such a complex doctrine.
On the other hand, because Vigilant, the "great sage and sage master", leads by example, the light and shadow practitioners Priest are often extremely virtuous, and if they speak in a hurry, they will actually dare to pick up their staff and hit you on the head.
Everyone is Priest of Holy Light. It is unsightly and unseemly to get a bloody head when debating scriptures. As time goes by, no one comes to pick on you. You know, Archbishop Ishaana, the leader of the Aldor priests, debated scriptures with Diakum the Saint.
What's the result?
She Dao Heart crashed twice..:
It's really hard to say whether Archbishop Ishaana is still on the path of "Pure Light Oath". Maybe even their leader has secretly "turned to the enemy".
But Dick seems to be reading the Bible with the believers, but in fact he is "wandering in the sky".
In the shadow under that light Gleam, the door of the void has quietly opened, but it is not perceived by other Priest.
Eredath sensed that the door was gradually opening.
So at a certain moment, he stood up on his own initiative and continued to recite the scriptures instead of Vigilant.
Otherwise, Eredath will rise very quickly in Light Weaver Order.
Look at how sharp he is, he knows what he should do without Diakum asking him to remind him.
The light and shadow are rhythmic, and the call of faith originating from Radiant Holy Spirit makes the Priests in the hall immersed in the insights of Path of Light and Shadow he shared, allowing Diakum to quietly retreat into the shadows.
It's like the world is turned upside down.
The moment he stepped into the shadow, he felt like he was falling into water.
When Diakum opened his eyes as the water caressed his face, he entered the crack in the void. He was still at Material World,
But it is caught between Sea of Darkness and the real universe.
Everything he saw was surrounded by stars surrounded by lavender light. Under his feet was a fragmented world, like a continental block left in the cracks after a dead world was dragged into Sea of Darkness.
The barren earth is filled with the veins of darkness Entropic Energy, which connect this broken earth together like Ley Node.
There are many such cracks in the material universe, and those Void Creature often use these cracks to move quickly in the sea of stars. This is their unique "Star Sea Teleportation Gate".
The most classic example is Ethereal.
Consortium merchants travel to and from various worlds. In addition to flying their star voyages, they often use this kind of rift transfer. Those damn bandage profiteers will also use this method to "show off".
Because it is Void Creature, those legendary "Ethereal Bandit" can even take the initiative to open void rifts,
This allows their gangs to more easily sneak into places that cannot be reached by conventional means.
Diakum has never seen Ethereal, at least not in this life.
But right now, in front of him, at the end of this void rift, beside the "cliff" formed by the interlacing of broken continental plates,
A strangely dressed Ethereal was waiting for him there with his hands behind his back.
Nether-Stalker!
The most mysterious, unique and weird Elder Ethereal.
Diakum has been around for two lifetimes, and it's not even possible to determine whether "Nether-Stalker" is an honorary title or the name of a certain "group"?
After all, Ethereal had already been completely washed away by the flow of void when they were dragged into Sea of Darkness by Dimensius the All-Devouring in their hometown "K'aresh".
These guys are special beings composed of energy bodies. They use special bandages to restrain their energy and struggle to maintain their former Human Form, making it difficult for other races to specifically identify their identities.
Nether-Stalker is particularly different.
Its whole body is covered with bandages, and in addition to the "mummy" bandages, it is also covered with a religious-style robe.
The interweaving of white and purple forms a unique decorative aesthetic. The unique armor on its waist and shoulders is also not found in other Ethereal. The most important thing is that this guy is wearing a "Crown of the Void" on his head.
Void Energy in the form of Twilight turned into a purple gemstone, making this guy look more like "Void Child" than Diakum.
"Stop!"
As Dick stepped lightly on the suspended rocks and approached, Nether-Stalker said in Ethereal's unique "electronic sound":
"Although it is a bit presumptuous, I am not used to being so close to a Devourer of Worlds larvae. For my safety, and for your safety. If you know what your "compatriots" have done to our hometown and civilization..."
"The tragedy of K'aresh is passed down from generation to generation in the mouth of Void Child. It was the largest void invasion event that has ever occurred in the physical universe."
Diakum stood on an irregular stone and hovered in the void crack. In the background of purple lightning flashing among the stars, he said to Nether-Stalker in front of him:
"Yes, I know, I can understand Ethereal for Devourer of Worlds's Endless Hatred, which is why I invited you here."
"Yeah, that's why I convinced myself to cooperate with another Devourer of Worlds."
Nether-Stalker turned around, it "looked" at Diakum, looked him up and down, and said:
"What a perfect container of power. No wonder Holy Light and the void are eager to get you. You have completed devouring three times and set yourself on the path of the "Devouring One", but you have restrained your heart of devouring and have not been immersed in the improvement of power.
You will not become the second Dymus.
But this is not a good thing for you. There will only be one Devourer of Worlds in the material universe and even Sea of Darkness, which means that you and it will face each other sooner or later.
It was a war with no victory or defeat, only life and death."
Dick nodded.
He didn't answer, waiting for Nether-Stalker to express its thoughts. The latter had already come and had no intention of hiding it. It said:
"I will cooperate with you. I will help you find collaborators among Ethereum, Orderkeepers and Consortium. Together we will lay a trap to hunt down Dymus.
And you are the bait...
The hatred in the hometown must be redressed. That is the common wish of all Ethereals, but I want to remind you that some Ethereals have been living in hatred for too long, and they have been immersed in the promises brought by the void.
You are still a "Void Herald", which is even better!
Did you know that your "peers" in Azeroth have secretly contacted the most dangerous individual among us, and another Void Herald is recruiting troops, eager to stage a tragedy of "Void Invasion" in Azeroth.
But that woman longed for more than just having what happened to K'aresh happen in Azeroth.
She longed for more.
It is even directly related to the future of the two forces of Void and Holy Light. Yes, your unique power system determines that you cannot stay away."
"Can you say more?"
Diakum was very interested in this, but Nether-Stalker shook his head and said:
"These are two things, so let's wait until we have a foundation of mutual trust before we discuss these more complicated and scary things. Let's deal with Dimensius the All-Devouring first.
With all due respect, your current power compared with it is like the light of fireflies and the cold moon in the sky.
You have only swallowed three times, but Dymus has already swallowed endless worlds..."
"There is an upper limit to the growth of a Eater's power. I am a Devourer of Worlds, so I can tell you this secret clearly. Dymus will not gain explosive power by devouring more worlds at this time."
Diakum shook his head and said:
"If it is really stronger because it eats more, then it would have been driven by Void Force to challenge Sargeras,
It's just Lesser God in Sea of Darkness, not even the most powerful Void Demigods.
Don't be scared by Devourer of Worlds, Ethereal.
It is not as invincible as you think. Of course, you are right. There is no way I can challenge it now.
Therefore, we need a suitable time. I will take the lead in this matter, and you will be responsible for recruiting troops.
I will give you a chance for revenge."
"Okay! A wise man should have faith, and a fool should be loyal."
Nether-Stalker made a bow.
It says:
"The contract has been made, and we look forward to your call. Please tell me, what can we do for you?"
"This weapon."
Diakum took out Twilight Hammer and threw it to Nether-Stalker.
The latter did not need to touch this greedy weapon with both hands, but gathered the hands of the void to hold it in front of him.
It carefully examined the shapeless black-red crystal of Twilight Hammer and the large eyeball of Old God embedded in it. After a moment, it said:
"It takes a Void Forge to reshape it. I have my own Void Forge, but it is far away from here. If you can wait for a while, then I will send back the reshaped Twilight Hammer.
But"
Nether-Stalker let out a light laugh and said:
"It is also possible for me to "run away with the money." Your Excellency, this weapon has been raised so well by you. In the eyes of my greedy and crazy compatriots, its appetite can become a sharp weapon to suppress Devourer of Worlds.
For so many years, they have been collecting similar things in the sea of stars.
Are you so relieved to let me take it away?"
"I have nothing to worry about."
Dick shrugged and said in a casual tone, "There are only two Devourer of Worldss in the material universe now. You have already made a grudge with Dymus. If you plan to provoke the second Devourer of Worlds, then I can only satisfy your desire to commit suicide."
Besides, Twilight Hammer is a loyal weapon, and it will only obey those masters who can satisfy its desires.
If you plan to try it, I'd really like to give you a chance.
When Ethereal is dying and mourning is heard in the distant wind of void, I will also be happy to go and collect the body for you. Of course, in addition to recasting Twilight Hammer, I also need you to join me as an "honorary member" Shadewalker Cult."
Vigilant gave a unique emblem to Nether-Stalker and said:
"Although my disciple Saloras leads the development of the sect, her own research on the power of the void is not as profound as yours. Among the wise men created by Sea of Darkness and Material World, you are also the one who stands out.
Of course, as a subsidy for teaching knowledge, you can mobilize all the power Shadewalker has."
He made a "please" gesture.
Nether-Stalker hesitated for a moment and infiltrated his mind into the weird insect-shaped shadow badge in his hand. The moment his consciousness connected, the world in front of Nether-Stalker suddenly changed.
It saw the Shadewalker Hive standing on the Sea of Darkness cliff.
It saw countless bugs attacking everywhere on the edge of the land under the orders of Overmind.
It saw those arrogant Void Creature fleeing miserably under the siege and hunting of the insect swarms, only to be killed coldly, and their flesh and blood was chewed off and sent back to the insect nest to breed more warriors.
It even entered the interior of the insect nest and visited the Holy Land of the Shadewalkers under the "invitation" of Overmind.
Finally it arrived at a huge incubator.
Under the blood-colored shell of the mountain-like insect eggs, a huge creature is enjoying the nutrients brought back to it by countless insects.
Nether-Stalker stretched out his hand with emotion and touched the shell of the king beast's egg. The next moment, a violent, heavy, and indestructible will stared at it.
"What are you looking at?"
The opponent savagely hit Dao Heart's spiritual fist and turned it into a scold, knocking Nether-Stalker's consciousness out of the insect nest. When it woke up, it couldn't help but look at Diakum and asked:
"What is that?"
"It's called "Agamaggan", don't worry about the name, it has been reborn from the pain of the past, it's just a name."
Diakum waved his hand calmly, but in Nether-Stalker's eyes, this was Versailles to the fullest.
Ethereal complained:
"That creature can easily destroy the world you are in. It is much more dangerous than Greater Demon, but who wouldn't like to occupy a glorious place in such a powerful and boundless system?
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Nether-Stalker smiled and pinned the insect-shaped shadow emblem on the chest of his robe.
When it took Twilight Hammer to open a tumbling crack in Entropic Energy and prepared to leave, it turned back and said to Diakum:
"Let me give you some information about your "peer" at Azeroth who is trying hard to prove himself.
Vigilant stretched out his hand and said:
"I'm all ears."
"Ms. Xal'atath recruited a group of guys who can be said to have bad conduct among Ethereal, but they are not greedy lunatics like Warrior or Shadowguard who chase the void. She recruited a group of Ethereal Bandit!"
Nether-Stalker said something, Diakum raised his eyebrows in surprise and said:
"Rafaam kind?"
"Hey, you also know "Rafaam". It seems that your understanding of Ethereal society is far beyond my imagination. I am taking the liberty.
Nether-Stalker laughed and explained:
""Ethereal Bandit Rafaam" is just the most famous phantom thief among Ethereal, not the leader of the thieves group of the One. As far as I know, the current response to The "big thieves" summoned by Ms. Xal'atath include Nexus-Queen Kaveza and her gang, Phase-Thief Azil and his shadow thieves, as well as those less famous but equally superb guys.
You know, the most famous among thieves are often not the most powerful ones.
Of course, Rafaam, who likes to join in the fun, is probably among them.
I still don't know what the "pioneer" wants to do by gathering so many Ethereal Bandit thieves, but I can guess that her goal must be quite astonishing."
"I understand, thank you for sharing."
Diakum nodded.
As for what Xal'atath summoned Ethereal to steal, Dick knew clearly, but he knew that before the fog of Dragon Isles had opened, Xal'atath had to hide obediently no matter how capable he was.
But when Nether-Stalker was really about to leave, Diakum came to it with a flash of light.
This action caused Nether-Stalker to react immediately. A dark hidden sword composed of Entropic Energy and Twilight bounced out and pressed against Diakum's neck.
However, Vigilant did not mean any harm. He ignored the dangerous weapon and whispered:
"I want to ask you a personal question... In the records of Ethereal, which symbol of power does the "sun" among the stars point to?
Or I could ask more clearly.
Does Sun God"An'she" really exist?"
"Taboo!"
Nether-Stalker squeezed out this answer from almost every broken bandage on his body.
It screamed:
"You shouldn't ask this!
If you didn't get permission, we couldn't tell you even the slightest key. But... but you did find the right path.
Diakum Zastinss, stop it.
Now you are not qualified to participate in Sea of Darkness's "Great Grand Plan". You were just picking some beautiful shells on the dark beach before, but the mystery you want to ask about is the dark giant that is about to dive in the lightless deep sea."
"Thank you for your answer, I understand."
Diakum let go of Nether-Stalker, whose body was trembling.
The other party didn't say anything, but he said everything.
Vigilant watched as Nether-Stalker was dragged by the wolf fox and Twilight Hammer disappeared into the crack, as if he was running away. In the dead silence of the crack, Diakum rubbed his chin.
He confirmed one thing.
"An'she, the Sun God" does exist. Holy Light Force may have really given birth to his own "true god", but the void really interfered with this.
What Sea of Darkness wants to repeat may be the "old things" between Arcane and Fel.
Nether-Stalker's reminder is right.
Now he is not qualified to join this "Great Grand Plan" where Holy Light intersects with the void. He must at least be at the level of Lesser God to be qualified to take a share of the pie... The dark truth of the conflict between the Forces seems to have finally opened up a naughty skirt to him.
Diakum left this void rift, and when he returned to Karabor Temple, he raised his head and looked at the silver moon shining in the night sky.
If the sun and the moon met each other in the last era of stars, then, Ms. Elune, in today's era of Sunflare silence, what role do you, the symbol of "Radiance of a Thousand Moons", play in it?