Interstellar City Mountain Range! 1/2
The sea was calm and vast, the water clean and azure, but as the massive metal structure advanced, this Calamity Jane and silence were shattered by the roar of the engine. Birds soaring in the sky and sea creatures swimming in the ocean scattered in panic.
"This is Hestia Island. It has [Starlights] built on it as a stable light source for easy departures and returns. However, it's a military outpost. Just like my aunt's personality, the island is rather quiet and deserted, with nothing fun to do..."
If we're talking about bustling activity, then the Thetis Island on the opposite central axis is the place where thousands of the gods of the Taiga and ocean currents gather every year. You outsiders don't know the rules, so you'd better not trespass...
"Following this route forward, you'll reach Hecate Island, which is used for nighttime defense. Oh, and it seems you have two followers of the Goddess of the Dark Moon on your ship. If you'd like, you can visit the temple of Hecate. But what's interesting here is actually the armory..."
Te Shitong, holding a wine glass, stood on one side of the transparent cabin material, pointing to the scattered islands outside, talking eloquently and introducing them one by one, as if he really regarded himself as a tour guide leading the guests.
Samael got up with great interest and walked over to ask questions.
"Your Highness, what could a cold, impersonal armory possibly mean?"
This Sea Royal Family named "Tenet" traces his lineage back to Greek Mythology. He is the son of Sea King Poseidon, and Amphitrite, the queen of the sea. He is a genuine mermaid prince and also the messenger of the sea and the guide god for ocean voyages. He holds a revered position in the line of sea gods, and it is only natural to call him "Your Highness".
Teshitong raised his hand and tapped on the ship's hull, which resembled both metal and transparent glass. He pointed to the Naga Serpent Woman guarding the flagship, as well as the sea serpents with three, five, seven, or nine heads, and spoke casually.
"Look, whether it's the warships beneath our feet or these outside, they are all creations of the Armory. They are completely different from the conventional understanding of Greece and will definitely satisfy your curiosity."
It seems that Hecate Island is an armory, and that it possesses an extraordinary metalworking technology.
Samael's eyes gleamed with a dark light, and the metallic sheen emanating from the snake women and sea serpents prompted him to ask a question instinctively.
"Your Highness, such an incredible armory must have a name, right?"
"Yes, her name is [Echidna], which comes from the monstrous consort of Demon Ancestor Typhon, who gave birth to many powerful offspring."
Teshi seemed quite talkative, casually recounting the origin of the thing's name.
The Battle of Typhon, which nearly pushed Olympus to its knees, even defeated Poseidon, God of the Sea. It was only thanks to the Three Goddesses of Mount of Ares and Typhon's Offspring Arima Caves that the overwhelming offensive of the army of gods and monsters was stopped.
Having witnessed the power of the Typhon's Offspring, Echidna the serpent was also brought to the attention of the gods.
What the gods found incredible was that the Serpent's own strength was not particularly great, yet it was able to give birth to a host of offspring far more powerful than itself, thanks to its special divinity. Jian Zi was a miraculous Serpent.
Perhaps it was with this expectation that the arsenal, which created a host of Divine Construct Weapon, was named in this way.
Furthermore, like the serpents skilled in breeding, the Armory produces a wide variety of Divine Construct Weapon, many of which are even modeled after the forms of Typhon's Offspring's offspring.
Besides the Naga Serpent Woman accompanying the army, and the multi-headed sea serpents modeled after Hydra, the island also has replicas of Cerberus, as well as the composite beast Chimera and other "creations".
Samael repeatedly savored the amusing anecdotes revealed by the mermaid guide, his eyes filled with a meaningful gaze.
"We're almost there. Beyond here lies Atlantis."
During their casual conversation, the Deep Sea Fleet arrived at the defensive island arc barrier formed by ten islands. Teshido casually patted the traveler on the shoulder, curbing his desire to talk, and gave him a gentle reminder.
With a slight tremor, the flagship of the Deep Sea Fleet passed steadily through the silver-white light curtain that descended from the boundary of the huge Sorcery Array in the sky. Most of the remaining troops went to different islands and ports to rest and recuperate, with only a few following behind.
"Your Highness, the ship at the rear of our convoy is not in the serial number sequence. The barrier refuses passage. What do you think..."
One of the Atlantis guards descended the spiral staircase from the bridge, approached the mermaid prince Tess, glanced at Samael, the outsider, and hesitated before asking a question.
"Then grant the ship its number and allow it to pass! Are you trying to drive away my guests?"
Te Shitong glanced sideways with a disdainful look, his gaze cold and sharp, conveying a sense of righteous indignation at the rudeness suffered by his guest.
Having learned from his colleague's mistake, this Atlantis guard dared not utter a word of complaint. He quickly nodded and accepted the order, instructing the outposts on both sides of the light screen to add a passage code to the Argo.
After a brief pause, the wooden ship Argo, standing out starkly from the surrounding steel monsters, broke through the light barrier and sailed toward the port of this mysterious continent.
At this moment, the special lord, who had finally brought these visitors into the territory, stood on the flagship's deck, bathed in the sea breeze, spread his arms and gave way half a body length, speaking with a proud tone, showing Samael this unknown country.
"Behold, this is Atlantis, the Age of Light, my kingdom!"
Samael and the crew of the Argo looked up, their eyes filled with astonishment beyond words.
On each of the ten islands stands a bronze statue about 100 meters tall, holding a trident, like a giant guarding the gates of Atlantis. The interior of the continent is vast, with buildings arranged in concentric circles, separated by ships and metal gates. As one ventures deeper into the center, the restrictions on identity become increasingly strict.
The inner circle contains the most important temples and reserves. The modular city buildings, arranged in a staggered pattern, and the winding streets exude a sense of order and neatness. The gilded domes emit harmonious sounds due to variations in wind and temperature.
Even more incredible is that above the inner circle of the Atlantis complex, a majestic mountain peak floats amidst ethereal clouds and dazzling starlight, with its city walls appearing and disappearing, its intricate corridors magnificent and elegant, exuding a metallic texture.
"That place is..."
"Poseidonia, also known simply as the sea god Poseidon, was built by my Father God who summoned the gods of the Sea of Okeanos and used his powers to personally oversee its construction. It is the essence of Atlantis and the concentrated embodiment of our culture, art, and craftsmanship."
"It's truly magnificent; this mountain seems to float amidst a sea of clouds and stars..."
"That's right, so it also has another name: [Interstellar Capital Mountains] - Olympus!"
(Note: Mount Olympus is the same as Mount Olympus; it's just a different translation.)
Teshi looked up at the magnificent building with great pride.
The Ten Great Kingdom Islands named after the gods are located on the outskirts of Atlantis, serving as its protectors...
The perfect form of Echidna, who continued the powerful Typhon bloodline, was named after the Armory and produced numerous Divine Construct Weapons...
Now, Mount Olympus, which represents the supreme divine authority of Greece, is instead the Stardust Mountains, which are used to worship Poseidon, God of the Sea...
That's interesting, really interesting!
Samael's lips curled slightly, a hint of mockery and ridicule flashing in his eyes.