Azshara finally got what she longed for.
The proud queen left Eluh'ia with a satisfied spell.
Of course, this spell cannot be used now. Titan can summon Pantheon because they have the status of true gods, but Azshara is just a Lesser God, so she needs to make sufficient preparations before she can open the door to Pantheon.
She got this Arcane treasure with a guess, and the queen obviously lied.
She said she would hand Aman'Thul over to Titan for interrogation, but she would not do that, or in other words, Azshara would not let go of Aman'Thul so easily until Aman'Thul revealed the secret about "Arcane Zereth".
The Queen herself went to Zereth Mortis.
She knows how powerful Zereth Holy Land is. Although Diakum will never allow her to use the power to reshape reality, even if she doesn't use that power, the knowledge that can be found in Arcane Zereth is enough to open the path to "Arcane True God" for Azshara.
A life as talented and beautiful as hers would never allow herself to stop in the realm of Lesser God.
What's more, after learning about the existence of First Ones, even the status of "true god" is not enough for Azshara. After all, there are gods above the true god. How could the proud queen allow herself to be pitifully in the "second echelon" when she clearly has the potential to reach the top?
She will never allow her destiny to be controlled by a group of bastards who are neither omniscient nor omnipotent, let alone so-called bastards!
However, these are too far away at the moment.
The queen has lofty ideals, but this does not prevent her from being down-to-earth in fulfilling her desires. The frustration brought to her by her lofty ambitions ten thousand years ago was too strong, like a scar that will remain in her heart forever. Every time she looks directly at it, it is enough to make Azshara learn to walk in a down-to-earth manner Path of Strength.
For example, the "former advisor" Diakum, who has been expelled from the palace by her, is her best role model.
The Queen has no intention of intervening in Eredar's disassembly of Everything Unification Field.
She currently has a lot to do, so after going to World Temple to complete today's "greetings" to World Mother, the queen returned to the palace of Dazar'alor. While preparing to open Pantheon Ruins, she also had to quickly integrate the resources at hand.
The empire under her command is now in disarray, and the conflicts between various ethnic groups simply make the queen feel like she is sitting on the crater of a volcano. No qualified ruler will allow his country to become such a mess.
The Queen is not a weak politician who would choose comfort like Rastakhan. She has enough reputation and skill.
Therefore, Azshara decided to start from the "source".
"Bwonsamdi, come to me!"
The queen sat on the ancient and solemn Golden Throne, put the luxurious crown aside, played with Scepter of Spirits in her hand, stroked the pattern of death on the scepter, and called out the name of Bwonsamdi.
Trolls The god of death soon appeared in the gust of wind.
It is extremely busy, and the demonic war has caused heavy casualties to Trolls. As the god of racial death, it has to quickly send those souls into its own the Other Side, and then send some souls into the cycle of Life and Death, so that the empire will usher in the prosperity of the "baby boom" in the future.
Although Bwonsamdi seems out of place, this guy does a good job in his position as the God of Death. This is one of the reasons why Troll Empire suffers inexplicable disasters in every era, but can still prosper.
This is the duty of the race god of death.
They are responsible for maintaining the cycle of life and death of their own race, which is basically equivalent to taking on the dual responsibilities of the "God of Death" and the "Goddess of Mercy". Life and Death and Great Cycle are driven by these Gods of Death to operate more smoothly.
At the moment, Bwonsamdi is still in that downcast and bad posture. It appeared in the queen's palace hall. When he raised his head, he saw Azshara sitting on the throne, and the Holy Spirit Rezan, who was lying around and resting around the throne.
This scene is as if World Spirit has become one of the cornerstones of the Queen's royal power.
Not to mention, being surrounded by such huge Holy Light Devilsaur as Rezan makes Azshara full of majesty at this time.
She looked at Bwonsamdi condescendingly and said with dissatisfaction:
"Why are you still the same?"
"Ah?"
Bwonsamdi scratched his head, a little unsure of what Azshara wanted to express, but the next second, the Queen said to it:
"Go and trim your appearance and shape it into the form of Haranir! You are not just the death god of those fanged elves, Bwonsamdi, you have to recognize your current identity!
You are still the god of death for Shal'dorei, the god of death for Ren'dorei, the god of death for Deep Sea Naga, and the god of death for Fel Elves.
You are the god of death of the empire, how can you only use the appearance of this fanged elf?
How does this make other races view you?
If you can't make other elves accept your existence, and if you can't make the people of the empire recognize that they will be led by the same god of death after death, how can the queen's empire build a foundation of unity?
The people of the empire should go to the same paradise after death. Therefore, you have to modify not only your face, but also your unlucky the Other Side!
The fanged elf style there is too heavy and your queen doesn't like it!
Complete the rebuild as soon as possible.
According to the specifications of Suramar, there can be temples that match the style of the fang elves, but the aesthetics of other elves must be taken into account."
"Oh, Your Majesty, it's really not the old Bwonsamdi who doesn't work hard."
Death grimaced, spread his hands and said:
"Unlike the great you, old Bwonsamdi was just a low-class guy in Shadowlands. I built my the Other Side secretly under Winter Queen's nose. You don't know how frustrating it is for me to do the ashes myself and still have to accept the ridicule of those goblins.
But the fact is that Shadowlands is a place where there are rules for farting, and such a large-scale construction cannot be completed in a short time."
"You'd better do it as soon as possible!"
Azshara said in a cold tone:
"Otherwise, the anima in your arms that belongs to Mueh'zala will be given to a more capable god of death by your queen. You know, I actually don't have only one choice for you.
Toserin is also deceased, and he is more loyal than you. With the personal recommendation of your queen, I think Primus and Winter Queen will give me some thin noodles.
Only the god of death who has done Consecration for the benefit of the empire is qualified to accept the worship of the entire empire!
If you do not intend to serve your queen and your imperial subjects, then, Bwonsamdi, I advise you to submit your resignation as soon as possible, so that we can get together and break up, and save your queen from launching a war of annihilation against disloyal subjects in Shadowlands."
The queen stood up and stepped off her throne.
As Rezan, who was lying around the throne, curled up and sleeping soundly, suddenly opened his eyes and watched, Azshara walked up to the trembling Bwonsamdi.
The Queen stretched out her hand and put it on Bwonsamdi's shoulder. She said softly:
"I know that you are used to bargaining with Rastakhan. You think that is the most suitable state for you, but now after all, the dynasty has changed, Bwonsamdi.
Your queen doesn't like her subordinates to bargain with her, especially when the interests of the empire are at stake.
You are unwilling to serve the empire. Your queen has many alternatives, so please recognize your identity. My dear Death of the Empire, it is the empire that supports you, not you that support this country.
Six months!
Within six months, I want to see all the ethnic groups in the empire initially recognize you as the god of death who represents the authority of the queen in Shadowlands, no matter what method you use.
If you can't even do this, then I really have to consider replacing you."
"No such thing!"
Bwonsamdi is anxious.
It knows that Azshara has a lot of "connections" with Shadowlands, and the queen's words to replace it as the god of death can really be done and it is not a simple threat.
It screamed:
"In order for so many ethnic groups to recognize me, I must have the power to receive the dead of different ethnic groups at the same time, but I simply can't do that now! Old Bwonsamdi still has to spend time digesting Mueh'zala's inner energy!
That is a major matter for me to advance in Shadowlands.
Your Majesty, you have personally experienced the collapse of destiny, and you know very well that Shadowlands is about to undergo a major reshuffle.
Primus and Winter Queen will naturally stand at the top of Death Faction, but a new death Lesser God will also be born under them. However, The power of the Force is always limited, and the end result of infinite subdivision is Sea of Darkness's group of trash Lesser God, none of which can even defeat the demigod-level Diakum.
Primus will not allow Shadowlands to sink to that low level.
So the quota for Lesser God is one less than the previous one.
As far as I know, Revendreth has internally decided to compete for the spot with Stonewright. They have the triple support of Ms. Prince Renathal, Winter Queen and Elune. That is a sure-fire "connected dog".
Kyrian must also gather the power of Holy Remains from Eternal Ones to push Lesser God to the top. The Maw will definitely have a Lesser God in charge of Purgatory.
After this calculation, there are only two opportunities left for me at most.
If I can't digest Mueh'zala's mental energy in a short period of time, it's impossible for me to compete with Maldraxxus's group of killer kings. Your Majesty, I am willing to serve the empire, but the premise is that my own interests cannot be damaged, right?
You have a bright future, so you can't let me contribute my own money to serve your empire, right?"
"Hahaha"
World Spirit Rezan let out a deep laugh.
It has never seen Bwonsamdi fall into such a miserable situation. Sure enough, this evil person still needs to be punished by evil people. The first thing Queen Azshara has to deal with is the slippery guy Bwonsamdi.
Yes!
Let me ask you to take cards or be a good person in normal times. Now you encounter a real difficulty and it depends on how you pass this level?
Facing Bwonsamdi's screams, Queen Azshara showed a smile of "Sure enough" on her face. She snorted, walked around Bwonsamdi and said:
"You are Loa. To digest the Lesser God anima of Mueh'zala, you need a lot of Faith Power blessings. If you want to advance in a short time, you need more faith, but there is no way.
For example, your queen decreed that you are "Guardian Spirit" and asked many ethnic groups in the empire to build Underworld Palace temples for you and worship you Blessing"
"No!"
Bwonsamdi raised his eyes.
It finally knows what Azshara is going to do.
The Queen seems to be helping, but in fact she is putting shackles on it.
The reason is very simple. The queen can use her royal power to ennoble it, and she can also use her royal power to knock it into dust overnight.
If Underworld Palace can be built, it can be demolished. If Bwonsamdi relies on the name of Guardian Spirit to seize Faith Power to help itself advance, it means that it will completely hand over its foundation to the queen.
Faith Power is a very wonderful thing. Devout believers give much more Faith Power than unbelievers. Therefore, believers are the private territory of every Loa.
Bwonsamdi has the confidence to win over a large number of believers to be loyal, which is also the reason why it was able to bargain with Rastakhan before.
But this method is of no use to Azshara. No matter how pious the elves are to the God of Death, once they encounter the Queen's order, they will not hesitate to give up their worship of Bwonsamdi.
Do you really think that the Queen's incomprehensible "elf affinity" is a vegetarian?
Before the people of the empire became Bwonsamdi's believers, they were already Azshara's "licking dogs". Bwonsamdi and other Loa were just part of the "love play" between the licking dogs and the queen.
In other words, this edict from the Queen is nothing more than issuing the "Master's Order", asking the elves to offer Faith Power to a certain Loa.
"This can't be done"
Bwonsamdi screamed:
"There is only the tradition of "divine right of kings" in this world. How can there be any truth about "divine right of kings"? You are digging at the root of all Loa!"
"Yes, I do want to do that.
The existence of Loa is an important reason why the empire cannot be united. Only if you, the superior gods, respectfully worship your queen, can Zandalar Empire be truly unified by one person.
As I said just now, it is the empire that supports you, not you who support this empire! Loa must return to your rightful place under the order of the queen.
Kingly power must be above divine power!"
Azshara brushed his long hair and looked at Bwonsamdi with a charming look.
She asked softly:
"So, do you think your queen has no right to do this?"
Bwonsamdi swallowed hard.
It looked at Rezan who was watching the excitement, but World Spirit closed its eyes at this moment and continued to sleep soundly.
Rezan was decreed as World Spirit by World Mother. People no longer rely on Faith Power to maintain their power. Their power rests on the protection of World Mother. Even if the empire is destroyed, Rezan will still exist.
It is even close to breaking away from the concept of "Loa" and becoming a truly immortal spirit.
So, you guys, Loa, just make up your own minds.
We Rezan are really not familiar with you.
Bwonsamdi is breaking out in cold sweat.
It knows that if it answers wrongly, it will never get out of this door today. The Demon Sword in the Queen's hand comes from Shadowlands, and the Execute spirit is Remornia's specialty.
"You can't do this"
Bwonsamdi begged:
"You were able to successfully ascend the throne because old Bwonsamdi worked so hard to protect you. Rong'en is the biggest helper."
"Yes, your queen will remember your sacrifice for me, so your queen will give you this precious choice."
Azshara said:
"I didn't tell you that disobeying would mean death. You can break away from the empire's order system and return to Shadowlands with Mueh'zala's anima.
You are not really naive enough to think that your queen will give such a choice to other Loa, right?"
"Buzz"
In the smoke, Old Gani jumped out.
Under the gaze of Bwonsamdi, whose eyes twitched, Old Gani, who had already changed into a "Court Jester" uniform and wore a clown hat with a bell on his head, came to the queen's side, lowered his head, and reported respectfully:
"Your Majesty, the rebellious Loa"Shadra" has been personally Execute by your royal general. According to your will, Shadra's magic spirits have been distributed to several Loa Priest who have been appointed by you as palace envoys.
In addition, the whereabouts of the rebellious Loa, "Soulflayer" and Hakkar who disobeyed the king's wishes have also been discovered on a planet of Material World!
Eagle-Eyed Hunter Huln Highmountain accepted your reward and has set off for hunting with a powerful Mawsworn. Soon, the magic essence of Hakkar will return to your hands.
In addition, the leader of the Drakkari elven clan of Northrend, "Frost King" and "Malakk", was killed in the palace of Gundrak by your loyal Loas for secretly planning a shameful rebellion."
At this point, Old Gani winked crazily at the trembling Bwonsamdi as the bells of the clown hat reverberated.
You are crazy about riding a horse!
You really dare to take the choice given to you by the Queen. Don't worry, in just a few days, at least ten Loa have died because of fighting against the Queen.
Lower your head quickly, you idiot!
When it comes to maintaining the royal power, Azshara will not be polite to you.
"Alas."
Bwonsamdi finally sighed.
It warned itself with great sadness that it would never tell "elf jokes" in the future.
Under Azshara's gentle gaze, old Trolls lowered his head and half-knelt in front of the queen, and said hoarsely:
"The empire has supported me, Your Majesty. Old Bwonsamdi is willing to become the empire's "Guardian Spirit" and promote your authority in Shadowlands, please.
Please also issue an edict."
"Get up, my dear, in this chaotic era, it's hard to find a subject as knowledgeable as you."
Azshara waved his hand and said:
"Then, Zandalar Empire will soon have the second "Lesser God". This is God's blessing for the prosperity of our empire, and your queen is very satisfied with it. Retreat, I am tired."
"As you command, Your Majesty."