Bloodcrow's Secret

"Extermination Order: You have acquired a new feat from the ' Ancient Godspawn ' - Celestial Prayer (Click to view details)"

"You've gained a new specialization: Invisibility (Click to view details)"

"You have acquired a new specialization: Purplish Red Skin"

"Purplish Red Skin (16 Ring Feat / Self-Adaptive Adjustment): When activated, your skin will turn a deep purple similar to a highly congested state, covered with bluish-gray raised mystical patterns."

Your Forbidden Spell Resistance increases by 1 at this time;

In a two-dimensional state.

Your Magic Resistance is increased by 50%.

Because the "Ancient Godspawn" are immortal beings that have been temporarily downgraded.

Therefore, Roger can draw three times in a row.

He chose the Mixed Extraction, but unexpectedly drew three feats in one go.

Fortunately, all three of these specialties are very useful.

The "Celestial Prayer" need no further explanation.

Both "unbearable to look at" and "Purplish Red Skin" enhanced Roger's power in their respective fields.

The former can provide stable control and strong deterrence.

Compared to this specialty.

"Grandmaster's Wrathful Gaze" is not only more likely to be immune to enemy immunity.

Its methods of execution were also subpar.

The latter has greater strategic significance.

"Purplish Red Skin" was the first specialty Roger encountered that could be effective in the Two-Dimensional World.

How overpowered is 50% Magic Resistance?

Roger and his elves have already experienced that firsthand.

With this expertise.

Encountering magic-based monsters in subsequent rooms is much safer.

But this expertise clearly goes beyond that.

Behind the seemingly useless description "Forbidden Spell Resistance +1" lies a deeper meaning.

It actually possesses extremely high strength! Based on Roger's current Ether Knowledge.

The so-called "forbidden spell".

It usually refers to a series of high-level spells with "Words of Taboo" added.

These spells consume a large amount of forbidden materials when cast.

This is done to enhance the effectiveness of spells.

"Forbidden Spell Resistance" is used to offset the extra damage caused by Words of Taboo and forbidden materials.

Within this specific area of resistance.

Going from 0 to 1 is a huge leap from nothing to something.

Specifically...

It lacks the protection of Purplish Red Skin.

The ' Ancient Godspawn ' was cleaved into dust by the forbidden spell in the first three rounds.

"I can't even last ten rounds! With this 1 point of Forbidden Spell Resistance, once I level up and add Spell Absorption, I should be able to withstand the World-Ending Forbidden Spell without any problem..."

"Of course, the best approach is never to tough it out."

After experiencing this "Simulated World Extinction" from the perspective of an observer.

Roger benefited greatly.

He gleaned many valuable insights from details such as the order in which the forbidden spells were released and the condition of the planet's surface at the time of their release.

So much so that when the forbidden spell finally ended.

He was still a little reluctant to part with it.

However, the forbidden spell cannot last forever.

When the clouds that resembled Extinguishing Cloud disappeared completely, Roger noticed that a very small number of lives were still clinging to life on the surface of the planet.

He was just about to gain a deeper understanding of those lives.

The view in front of you was 'pressed' down!

"You have returned to the ' Gate in the Forest '."

"Hint: After killing the ' Ancient Godspawn,' the Gate in the Forest has returned to its original appearance."

Inside the room.

Roger opened his eyes.

The desolate desert and starry sky have long since disappeared.

Instead, there is a forest filled with birdsong, the fragrance of flowers, and moonlight.

In the middle of that lush, green woodland.

A majestic arched gate stands tall.

The gate is decorated with intricate and beautiful carvings.

Offerings praising the Ether Authority were hung above the curtains of the archway.

Behind the gate.

It is a secluded path paved with pure white moonlight.

Roger instinctively walked over.

An invisible force pushed him away with a grin.

He was unwilling to give up and tried to squeeze in.

The laughter beside her turned into a slightly coquettish scolding.

*Snap! Roger's body was thrown out.

"No, I've already cleared the game, why won't they let me in?"

He looked at the door with a bit of a puzzlement.

On the data panel.

"Hint: You have been rejected by the goddess (Mystra)."

"Any further hints?"

Roger rubbed his temples.

Then he changed to several different positions—

Whether they confronted it head-on or approached it indirectly, they were ultimately pushed away by that powerful force.

In the end.

Roger could only slink away from the Gate in the Forest and run to touch the corpse of the Ancient Godspawn creature.

"Hint: You have obtained the ' Remains of the Ancient Godly Aberration '."

"You have attained ' Unrefined Divinity '"

"Unrefined Divinity: If you have enough power, you should be able to extract a usable portion of divinity from it."

You have received a ' One-Time Lucky Coin '.

"Ah, this..."

Looking at the bronze coin in his hand, its surface covered in mosaic-like pixels, Roger fell into thought:

How should this be punctuated?

"Wrong!"

"How do I use this thing?"

He silently sensed it for a while.

Driven by the desire to explore the Gate in the Forest.

Roger tentatively crushed the coin.

A snap.

The coin shattered.

A large amount of copper dust rose in the wind.

When copper powder falls.

A rusty door came into Roger's view.

If we say that the "Gate in the Forest" is located at the very center of this two-dimensional map.

The newly appeared gate is located in a very hidden place in the lower right corner.

Roger quickly moved closer.

"You have discovered the 'hidden room: the silent prayer room'."

"I shouldn't have missed any other clues."

"This room only has these two doors. I can't get through the Gate in the Forest, so I can only try this one."

With that thought in mind.

Roger didn't linger at the door.

Instead, they directly rammed against the tightly closed door!

Unlike other doors, which are all open.

The door to the prayer room was closed.

However, it can be broken open.

Roger's violent impact quickly caused large cracks to appear on the door.

Not long after.

Roger successfully pushed open the ' Damaged Door '.

It slipped right in.

"Hint: You have entered the 'Silent Prayer Room'"

"You've discovered the ' Mad God Servant '"

"Sixth Sense: You realize that this servant of the gods has become dull due to years of confinement, and you may need to try repeatedly to communicate with him."

This is a very narrow prayer room.

Roger walked back and forth once.

It has been confirmed that the size is only 24*12 (unit grid).

There was only one person in the prayer room.

It was an old man slumped over a table and chair, his eyes unfocused—

It's a very strange feeling.

Roger only saw 'a line segment', but his perception not only told him that it was an old man, but also described the old man's facial expression and wrinkles with unparalleled clarity.

There was a book and many papers piled on the table where the old man was.

Roger leaned over and touched it.

He discovered that even with the "Celestial Prayer," he still couldn't understand the book.

final.

He relied on his Sixth Sense.

He honestly 'touched' the old man.

Based on experience over this period of time.

Roger gradually realized that 'touch' was almost the only way to communicate in the Two-Dimensional World.

However, most items only need to be touched once.

This servant of the gods is indeed rather slow-witted.

Roger remained stuck between the table and the chair, repeatedly moving forward and backward, forward and backward, towards that section of line...

After going in and out a full 30 times.

The servant of the god suddenly realized what was happening. He grabbed a piece of paper and began to write on it.

at the same time.

A grid resembling a game dialog box unfolded before Roger's eyes.

"The Mad God Servant: Who are you? Why have you come?"

Roger: I am a traveler.

I came for the ' Gate in the Forest,' and I defeated the ' Ancient Godspawn,' so why can't I enter the gate?

"Servant of God: You are not a believer of the gods, nor do you possess their token, so of course you cannot enter."

Roger: The Token of the Gods?

"Servant of the Gods: To enter a particular gate, you must possess the token of the corresponding deity."

Behind the Gate in the Forest lies the realm of the great ethereal maiden Mystra; you need the ' Robin Token '. The Stag Gate is the place where the light of Qinnan shines; you need the ' Furnace Token '. The Profound Sect Gate is the grotto opened by the Master Xuan; you need the ' Clear Spring Token '.

Roger: Where should I find these tokens?

"Servant: I don't know... I should rest now..."

That concludes the discussion.

The dialog box suddenly disappeared.

Roger carefully interpreted the servant of God's words.

The expression gradually became more playful (if there was any).

Neither the Gate in the Forest nor the Stag Gate was beyond his expectations.

It does indeed correspond to Mystra and Quinan.

But Roger was somewhat surprised by the "Master Xuan" who was associated with the Profound Sect Gate.

In particular, the "Clear Spring Token" is required to enter Master Xuan! "So, is Master Xuan the third celestial being? His Divine Duty is Martial Artist? And which planet does he govern?"

"And what is the Clear Spring Token?"

Does this mean that the Clear Wind Token and the Jade Spring Token combined into one?

Roger was somewhat puzzled.

He had tried taking out these two props before.

It failed.

"Is it just because the names are similar?"

Roger was somewhat troubled.

It now seems most likely that we won't be able to enter through the Gate in the Forest.

Who knows where to get Mystra's "Robin Token"?

However, considering the limitation on the number of Movement Points.

Normal people can't even get into the room where the Gate in the Forest is located.

Those who manage to reach this place can obtain the treasure "Celestial God Duel Arena".

Roger was content.

However, this servant of the gods was clearly quite capable.

He didn't intend to let the other party off so easily.

And so.

In that cramped space between the tables and chairs.

Roger started his ' In and Out ' act again.

After another round of 30 intimate encounters.

The servant of the god awoke blankly.

He grabbed a piece of paper.

The dialog box appeared as expected.

"The Mad God Servant: Who are you? Why have you come?"

"The Two-Dimensional World is so much fun!"

Seeing this scene.

Roger was relieved.

He immediately changed his story.

Roger: I am a traveler.

I came for the Blood Crow Lord; I want to know his background.

"Servant of the Gods: Blood Crow was originally an mediocre lord on the border of Purgatory, but the gods found him."

The gods promised Blood Crow eternal life and urged him to ignite an eternal war.

Thus, the Between the Wilderness ' became the ' Between Purgatory '.

As long as the gods live, the blood crow will never perish.

Every time the Blood Crow dies, the entire Between Purgatory pays the price.

"So, just because Chesia killed Blood Crow, the Between Purgatory lost thirty years?"

Thinking about this...

Roger shook his head inwardly.

He quickly typed his next question into the dialog box.

Roger: Why did the gods incite the Blood Crow to start a war?

"Servant of God:..."

Roger: How should I deal with the Blood Crow?

"Servant of the Gods: The Innocent Crystal on Cage Island records the God's promise to the Blood Crow. If it is destroyed, the Blood Crow will be unable to regenerate."

I need to rest...

"Are you going to rest already?"

"This time it took much less time."

Roger frowned slightly.

This person's identity must be extraordinary. What he says may not be entirely credible, but it is at least of reference value.

He could only patiently continue harassing her.

This was repeated three more times.

After Roger inquired about more information about Between Purgatory, the Silent Forest, and the Ticket Game, etc.

The servant of the god finally responded impatiently, "Please do not disturb me again."

"I really need to get some rest."

That's all.

He then slumped onto the table, refusing to wake up no matter how Roger tried to get in and out.

Seeing this, Roger could only leave the room with regret.

certainly.

Before leaving, he didn't forget to grab a small stack of "Bloodstained Paper" and take them with him.

I don't know if it will work.

It's always good to stock up!

Next.

Roger wandered around the large room where the "Gate in the Forest" was located for a while.

The exploration then came to an end.

Since we can't reach deeper into the Silent Forest any longer.

Upon review, it is not difficult to find...

I've already gained quite a few good things from this trip to the Silent Forest.

The initial goal of 'collecting Heart of the Wild ' has been successfully achieved.

Against the backdrop of potentially unstable time flow in the "Between Purgatory".

Roger still wants to finish this quickly!

"Prompt: You are about to leave the ' Silent Forest '. Nine 2D items have been detected in your Item Column. Do you wish to convert them into 3D items?"

"Note: Items you 'absorb' cannot be directly converted, but they can be converted into three-dimensional items using a ' High-Dimensional Appraisal Scroll '."

"So troublesome?"

"Does it require a specific authentication scroll for conversion?"

Roger felt it was a bit of a pity.

In this way...

The Chimera's Remains, the Remains of the Ancient Godly Aberration...

These things are not needed for the time being.

He didn't know where to find the "High-Dimensional Appraisal Scroll" for a while.

However, he won't be converting the items in his Item Column for the time being.

After all, this is related to his combat power in the Two-Dimensional World.

These things, when transformed, might indeed be very powerful.

But staying inside is the only way to fully implement the tactic of beating up children in the "Celestial God Duel Arena".

certainly.

Except for Cindy.

We can't just let them be a universal tool in the Item Column forever, can we?

The Xia Yin Realm cannot be leaderless for even a day! With this thought in mind.

Roger transformed Cindy back into her original form.

He then decisively left the Silent Forest! He then lingered in the Great Cemetery for about half a day.

Unfortunately, that elusive Boundary River could never be found again.

Roger suspected that the location of the Great Cemetery Between Purgatory and the Great Tomb was constantly shifting.

Otherwise, with his navigational skills, even if the area was shrouded in thick fog, he wouldn't have been able to find it!

"What a pity..."

"We are still completely baffled about the current situation of the Clear Spring Sect."

"Let's go to Cage Island first!"

that's all.

Roger headed north.

After leaving the Great Cemetery.

He quickened his pace.

Just two days later.

He then returned to the Cage Mountain Camp.

When I saw the White Horse God again.

Another Wilderness God, "Feathered Serpent," had been waiting here for some time.

I heard that Roger has already collected the remaining five Heart of the Wild.

The feathered serpent also wisely offered its own portion.

Outside the shrine at the Cage Mountain Camp.

Roger then displayed all six Heart of the Wild.

Infused with the power of the Wilderness Temple.

These Heart of the Wild gradually merged into one.

Not long after.

An exquisite hexagonal amulet appeared in Roger's palm.

"Hint: You have obtained the ' God Amulet '"

"God Amulet (Token): This item allows you to enter and exit celestial realms containing ' Ether Authority '."

"It really is Mystra..."

Roger carefully put the amulet away.

now.

The feathered serpent and the white horse stood on either side of him.

They exchanged a glance.

The White Horse God tentatively asked, "If you are going to Cage Island, could you allow us to accompany you?"

"As the chosen ones of the gods, we are also very concerned about His current situation..."

Roger did not refuse.

When he left the Great Cemetery, the Extremely Evil Blood Crow Season had already ended, so it was normal for the two Wilderness God to want to accompany him.

The three of them then headed north together.

Along the way.

Roger inquired about Mystra from the most senior Feathered Serpent.

The feathered serpent pondered for a moment before replying, "A god? A god is an incomprehensible being..."

We can touch Him.

You can imitate Him.

Under certain rules, we can even try to defeat Him.

But we have never been able to understand Him.

If I had to describe Him in one word...

That must be "loneliness"...

"Lonely?"

Roger repeated it thoughtfully.

"Yes."

The feathered serpent recalled, "I saw Him from the very first moment of my birth."

I sensed an inescapable loneliness emanating from Him.

He seemed reluctant to come to this planet.

I've heard that before.

It seems that He stayed here for someone or something...

The feathered serpent spoke at length, albeit haltingly.

Roger listened and listened.

Suddenly, I realized that the description of the feathered serpent was quite fitting for me.

"An existence that cannot be understood"

"Lonely"

"For something"

In a sense.

Gods and time travelers do indeed have many things in common.

Roger's curiosity about the gods grew even stronger.

During the conversation.

The group successfully arrived at the ruins of the bridge leading to Cage Island.

The bridge is beyond repair.

However, the barrier that had been entrenched in this place opened its doors automatically under the illumination of the "God Amulet".

Amidst the shimmering golden light.

A sea route paved with golden olive branches appeared before the three of them.

Roger was the first to step inside.

He walked along the olive branch for a while.

Not long after.

His right foot landed firmly on solid ground.

The golden light surrounding them also faded away.

A desolate, deserted island appeared before Roger's eyes.

"Hint: You have entered ' Cage Island '"

"You have discovered the Blood Crow Lord's lair."

"You have encountered the newly risen Blood Crow Lord (Devil Lord / Divine Kingdom Practitioner /LV100)"

That moment.

Roger suddenly looked up.

In the center of the deserted island stands an active volcano that is constantly swelling.

Right above that Volcanic Crater.

A stunning woman with long, flowing black hair like a waterfall gracefully descended the steps.

She walked barefoot on the lava along the way.

She quickly arrived in front of Roger and his two companions! Her eyes were cold and arrogant.

Her tone was annoyed and impatient. "Who gave you permission to trespass on my property?"

"You, you... who are you?"

The feathered serpent looked at the woman's face, its surprise barely contained! The woman raised an eyebrow slightly.

She raised her chin.

His tone was unequivocal. "I am Blood Crow."

"Also Mystra..."

"Humble mortals, do you understand?"

"Now..."

Kneel down!

Kiss my feet!

The feathered serpent and the white horse trembled violently.

They looked at Roger helplessly.

Just then.

The woman also looked sternly at Roger.

Roger's lips moved slightly.

In the end, only one word appeared:

"Roll!"

The crimson light flashed and then disappeared.

In the blink of an eye.

Roger, carrying the Red Moon, rushed to Blood Crow's side!