Keeping a Low Profile (Revise After Posting!)

Honestly.

Roger is willing to apologize for the Sin Mark.

Because this attribute is just too good! It increases the number of people with the "mountain dweller" identity.

This perfectly solved Roger's indecisiveness! It also paved an unprecedented path for him to achieve ultimate victory! "Now let's see if the progress bar can hold up!"

Lost in thought.

Roger glanced at the progress bar with great excitement.

The subordinates and the Thunder Lizard fought each other continuously.

The progress bar is moving very slowly!

This made him breathe a sigh of relief.

He then focused all his attention on the battlefield.

At the forefront of the battlefield.

The Pale Blood Kui Bull took the lead.

The Eight-Winged Singing Serpent is equally formidable.

With these two formidable generals, whose template level is second only to Tianpeng, leading the way.

The Thunder Lizard that emerged from the cave were destined to put up an effective resistance.

They suffered a considerable loss.

But its advantage lies in its large quantity.

First meeting.

Roger's men then killed at least 50 Thunder Lizard.

But one monster after another kept crawling out from the depths of the cave.

In that dark underground world.

It seemed to harbor an endless number of lizards! This made Roger extremely happy!

"Roar!"

The enraged Kui bull began to trample on the entrance to one of the caves.

The rest of his subordinates also looked eager to make a move.

Roger calmed down a bit upon seeing this.

He restrained the urge to send a large army forward.

They simply dispatched two powerful fighters to lead a group of spirits to fight against the Thunder Lizard that were trying to approach.

This strategy makes the battle appear less one-sided.

At least the killing progress of the Kui Niu and the Ming Snake has been greatly slowed down.

Even so.

The small Thunder Lizard also found it difficult to harm these two strange beasts.

Roger still held the initiative in the battle.

He's not in a hurry.

One reason is that "Lei Daozi" has not yet made a move.

Now the entire army is pressing forward.

Who knows if there's an ambush near the cave?

On the other hand, the idea was naturally to first rack up a huge number of Sin Mark.

The precious thing that is Peach Blossom Mountain identity.

You can never have too much.

And so.

Roger deliberately suppressed the battle that broke out in the East Ink Jade Bamboo Forest to a lower intensity.

Most of his subordinates could only watch with great interest and amusement.

Even the mighty Kui Niu alone could force the Thunder Lizard into a complete rout.

Roger saw this.

Taking advantage of the power of the Lord of Thunder, they managed to bring back the Eight-Winged Singing Serpent.

The latter was very dissatisfied.

He growled a few times in a low voice.

Roger ended up speaking even louder.

Under the intimidating aura of Youpeng.

The serpent eventually obediently returned to its formation.

On the front lines of the battlefield.

The Thunder Lizard died at an orderly pace.

"Hint: Your subordinate Pale Blood Kui Bull, has killed 1 Thunder Lizard, bringing the total number of Thunder Lizard killed to 59."

"Your number of Peach Blossom Mountain resident identities +1"

"Warning: You have been ambushed by ' Lei Daozi '!"

"A closely contested battle has been detected. You and your enemy are about to enter ' Campaign Mode / Combat Mode '..."

Suddenly.

A familiar feeling washed over me.

Roger's perspective suddenly surfaced.

We've moved to a viewpoint outside the screen.

This is just like the game Fantasy Westward Journey that I used to play.

You can examine yourself and your densely packed troops from a third-person perspective.

On the other side...

Lei Daozi had been lying low for a long time, finally revealed his true identity.

That was a centipede demon emanating black energy!

"Lei Daozi (Tier III Sprite Template / Fiend Qi Infusion)"

"Realm: Killing (4)"

"Sneak attack failed! Combat Mode initiated, First Strike strike calculation in progress..."

"Round One!"

"You have gained the First Strike strike! Please select..."

Lines of text appeared before Roger.

There was even a vertical rope hanging down from the upper right corner! Bright yellow flames were burning beneath the rope.

The flames were slowly spreading upwards.

"Burning the rope, is that it?"

"Does the decision-making time end once the fire is burned out?"

Roger glanced at it.

I had a general idea of what was going on.

Lei Daozi's sneak attack failed.

The two sides officially entered into a turn-based battle with back-and-forth exchanges.

Unlike the normal Combat Mode.

The turn-based system in "Campaign Mode" divides both sides' units into two categories: "Generals" and "Soldiers".

The soldiers were completely subservient to the general.

Both sides in the battle can only make decisions and exert control at the "general" level.

The general's actions determine the actions of his soldiers.

The general chose to launch a strong attack.

When morale is high.

Most of the soldiers will follow.

The general chose to flee.

Regardless of whether morale is high or low.

The soldiers will all run away.

"To put it bluntly, it's about simplifying the operations in group fight situations, right?"

"After all, I have over four hundred men under my command; I can't just burn each rope one by one..."

"Each rope can be burned for 120 seconds; if it burns for too long, the fighting will be over."

This is how Roger understood it.

On the surface.

The two sides were roughly equal in strength in this battle.

The number of generals is 3 against 3. Roger's side consists of "Juvenile Heavenly Peng", "Pale Blood Kui Bull" and "Eight-Winged Singing Serpent".

On the enemy's side are "Lei Daozi", "Ghost Head Lizard" and "Wind-Catching Cage".

The number of soldiers under their command was roughly the same.

Youpeng and Lei Daozi have more.

The rest of them are all equally bad.

However, Roger's side has a far greater variety of spirits than Lei Daozi's.

There, besides the "Thunder Lizard" there, there are only "Lantern Ghost".

The advantage of a single species of monster is that it looks appealing.

After all, it looks quite neat at first glance.

The downside is that these spirits aren't actually that strong.

They weren't even as good as Roger's "Mountain People" and "Tiger Jackal".

It was described as a closely contested battle.

It was as early as the moment Lei Daozi appeared and launched his sneak attack.

Roger was already confident of victory.

"These small-scale, turn-based battles are all about positioning, luring, focusing fire, and area-of-effect attacks..."

"These Thunder Lizard seem a bit dim-witted."

"Why not lure them into a trap first, and also find out more about Lei Daozi's background..."

The strategy has been determined.

Roger then proceeded to operate the machine at a leisurely pace.

As the general with the first right to First Strike.

He chose to feint.

In the picture.

But then the young roc took off and flew over the enemy lines, then quickly turned back and stopped at a very sensitive position.

Such is the general.

The soldiers naturally followed without thinking! Next was the "Ghost Head Lizard's" turn—this was because Lei Daozi, who had the highest First Strike on the enemy side, failed in his sneak attack turn and had to suffer a round of "First Strike penalty".

The enemy's other general, "Wind-Catching Cage," was too far away.

The weight of First Strike is relatively low.

So it's the turn of the "Ghost Head Lizard" to be deployed!

"That Kiting and positioning, perfect!"

"As long as the opposing team isn't a player with a brain like me, they'll definitely feed!"

Roger thought to himself with great confidence.

As expected.

After being provoked by Youpeng.

The Ghost Head Lizard instinctively followed.

His Thunder Lizard charged forward.

As a result, it ended up right into Roger's jaws.

Youpeng has not yet made a move.

The Kui Niu and Ming She from both sides have already pressed in.

This created a pincer movement against the lizard army!

"Hiss hiss hiss!"

The serpent let out a joyful cheer.

They launched a fierce attack on the enemy troops that had been delivered right to their doorstep!...

"Hint: Your subordinate (General Naruto) has eliminated 68 Thunder Lizard..."

"Round four begins!"

Lei Daozi adjusted his position.

"Lei Daozi used Summon: Thunder Lizard..."

"The number of enemy troops has increased."

"Do you really have to be this cooperative?!"

See here.

Roger was practically grinning from ear to ear.

"Let's swipe it first and then talk about it!"

He decisively ordered the Kui Niu to press its advantage and attack the Thunder Lizard that he had lured there.

The same thing happened in the following rounds.

Roger only made minor adjustments to his position.

Enemies at this level certainly don't have much tactical acumen.

Once they enter Combat Mode, they're all like powder kegs ready to explode at the slightest touch.

Roger only needs to play the role of a general.

With a gentle touch.

Countless enemies will fall into the trap set by Kui Niu and Ming She.

They didn't even have the ability to learn from their mistakes! This went on for three rounds.

The Thunder Lizard's progress bar has increased dramatically!

As a result, the number of enemies was also greatly reduced.

After 18 campaign rounds.

Lei Daozi seems to have finally realized the importance of formation.

He began issuing orders in a hurry.

The goal was to break up the main force's formation.

However, at this point, the two sides were already locked in a fierce and inextricable entanglement.

His sporadic spells were also ineffective in providing cover.

On the contrary, it was tantamount to directly selling one's back to the enemy.

Roger has been observing for so long.

How could he let this opportunity slip by? He was basically certain.

Lei Daozi really doesn't have much of a brain.

Furthermore, the opponent has probably used up most of their summons of the Thunder Lizard.

So they decisively committed the entire army to the attack!

This pressure.

That completely overwhelmed the entire situation.

East Ink Jade Bamboo Forest.

The shouts and roars of the monsters echoed through the heavens.

The Thunder Lizard was forced into retreat.

The Lantern Ghost also suffered heavy losses.

And in this process.

The unfortunate Ghost Head Lizard was torn in two by Roger's swift movements!

Hint: You have killed the Ghost Head Lizard.

"Extermination Order: You have acquired the special ability from the Ghost Head Lizard - Good Time Five Ghosts"

"Good Time Five Ghosts: In non- Combat Mode, at different times of day, you can summon five different ghosts to serve you. Each of these five ghosts possesses a different supernatural ability."

1. Moving...

2. Stealing...

3. Stealing a fragrance...

4. Bewitching...

5. Storytelling...

"So-so..."

But what the hell is this storytelling?

Roger hadn't even had a chance to figure out exactly what the special ability given by the Ghost Head Lizard had to do with his skills.

Within sight.

The enemy troops suddenly scattered.

Originally, the darkest figure in the very center was the fastest running!

"Record: Lei Daozi chose to run away!"

"Escape attempt failed!"

"You have triggered two opportunistic attacks... Do you wish to attack Lei Daozi?"

"Record: You used ' Wind-Thunder Flash ' and ' Soul Devouring Art ' on Lei Daozi."

"Lei Daozi's health points -71%"

"Lei Daozi has chosen to Forced Disengagement!"

In a flash.

The last line of information flashed by.

Roger's gaze returned to the young roc.

He rubbed his eyes.

The centipede demon had long since disappeared.

Outside the cave.

The ground was littered with the corpses of Thunder Lizard.

There were also a large number of Thunder Lizard hovering at the entrance of the cave, hesitating and spitting out their food.

They retreated in a sorry state.

"Trying to run?"

Roger snorted coldly.

He then led the way and flew into the largest cave.

He was followed by a squad of elite "Tiger Jackal".

They ignored the disorganized enemy.

Instead, they plunged headlong into the depths of the cave.

The terrain here is not suitable for most creatures to enter Razer.

So Roger had his men outside deal with the Thunder Lizard.

Meanwhile, he took advantage of the Seize the Opportunity to lock down Lei Daozi's coordinates.

They relentlessly pursued them! A dozen minutes later...

Deep inside a narrow stone chamber in the cave.

The irritable young roc suddenly folded its wings.

A flash of yellow lightning streaked across the darkness!

"Wind-Thunder Flash!"...

Snap

The centipede demon's head was cut off.

The remaining body was pinned down by the swarming "Tiger Jackal".

Lei Daozi struggled for a short while.

He was still successfully ganged up on and killed by Roger and his men! (Status bar).

"You killed Lei Daozi."

"Extermination Order: You have acquired Lei Daozi's specialty - Heavenly Thunder Body"

"Heavenly Thunder Body: You can use ordinary lightning to temper your body, thereby gaining a small amount of XP and attribute values."

in addition.

When the lightning used to temper the body belongs to one of the nine types of high-energy heavenly lightning.

You may obtain a random supernatural power related to high-energy heavenly lightning.

"High-energy lightning?"

"I wonder if Gui Water Yin Lightning counts?"

Inside the stone chamber.

Roger folded his wings somewhat nervously.

He stared at Lei Daozi's corpse.

He fell into deep thought.

Following the previous line of thought.

Let's leave the Great Secret Realm's specialization to the Sprite Dharma Idol Avatar.

But Youpeng already possessed the "Wind Thunder Decree".

She has already gained many benefits from the baptism of wind and thunder.

Adding a "Heavenly Thunder Body" would seem somewhat redundant.

So he decided to attribute this expertise to his main body!

Although his original form is already an upgraded muscular man.

The "Heavenly Thunder Body" specialization is optional.

But who knows when it might come in handy? After all, it's always good to have more skills!

"You have obtained Lei Daozi's remains."

"You have obtained the Qi Refiner Manual: Earth Citadel Golden Book (Fake/Missing)"

"You have obtained 12 Heart-Opening Pill (effect unknown)"

"You have obtained a map of the Spirit Fox Underground Palace (incomplete)."

"That Lei Daozi is really stingy..."

Roger complained as he rummaged through the corpse.

It's at least a supernatural monster equivalent to an 8th-level spirit.

Roger touched it for a long time.

There's nothing useful at all.

Even that seemingly most valuable manual was a handwritten copy and an incomplete version! That's it.

Lei Daozi treated it like a treasure.

It is evident that the martial arts/qi cultivation resources of Peach Blossom Mountain are not as abundant as Roger had anticipated.

"Sizzle!"

A sound like a canned drink deflated suddenly echoed in the cave.

Roger suddenly looked up, alert.

But beneath Lei Daozi's body...

Thick black smoke billowed out!

In an instant.

Roger's eyelids twitched!...

"Warning: You have detected traces of ' Deathlock '..."

"Warning: The Fiend Demon Hu Li has triggered a 'chain trap,' and you have been subjected to a violent explosion..."

Boom! Boom! Boom! A series of explosions rang in Roger's ears.

At the critical moment.

He used his wings to protect the facade!

After the fierce shockwave subsided.

Dust billowed up from the cave.

The Tiger Jackal fell to the ground.

They all groaned.

Young Peng angrily folded his wings.

But inside the cave...

The small stone chamber was not destroyed.

But the way we came from has been blocked.

He and the Tiger Jackal took turns trying it out.

The soil is very loose.

It can be moved by arching.

But it will take a lot of time!

What do you want to do?

I know you're here!

These things can't hurt me!

Young Peng roared hysterically at the four corners of the cave! In an instant.

A terrifying human face emerged from the stone wall.

He looked at Roger with a mocking gaze:

"I didn't intend to hurt you, I just wanted you to stay here and play for a while."

"You'd better change your bad temper."

"Because you are destined to become my mount in the future."

"And the mount..."

"You have no right to speak to your master like that!"

After saying that.

He gave a cold smile.

The horrifying face disappeared from the stone wall once again.

"Warning: You have encountered the Fiend Demon Hu Li!"

"Warning: You have realized that the Fiend Demon Hu Li does not intend to kill you, but has other plans!"

"What other scheme could they possibly have? It's nothing more than a diversionary tactic."

"A chaotic battle combined with a cave should be enough to hold off Young Peng for at least half a day..."

"That fellow's goal was indeed the inner core!"

Roger's inner self was far less volatile than Youpeng appeared.

The next second.

He glanced at the data panel.

With the hard work of the Kui Niu and the Ming Snake.

Just now.

The Thunder Lizard's progress bar has reached its limit!...

"Hint: Your subordinates have killed 10 Thunder Lizard, bringing the total number of Thunder Lizard killed to 3147..."

"Your number of Peach Blossom Mountain resident identities +1 (3149)"

"You have completed the 35th Sin Mark, and gained a new feat: Hive Mind."

"Hive Mind: You and your clones can establish a hive-like network of consciousness and execute your commands according to a strict hierarchical order."

With continuous training.

The more clones you can control, the more clones you can control.

The maximum number of clones that can be controlled simultaneously is 2048.

"They've come at just the right time."

Roger smiled slightly.

After issuing the "automatic excavation" command to Youpeng.

Then it switched to the identity selection screen!

This time.

He has a full 3147 empty archives to accommodate all the identities of Peach Blossom Mountain! And the physical Bubbles in front of him.

Despite the updates and additions over the past two days.

It's only reached a little over 400!

Even if he eats it all, it's fine!

"Very good!"

"Zhu Lianlian, Spilled Water Flood Dragon, and Flower Immortal are still here!"

"But now is not the time to choose them..."

Lost in thought.

Roger's consciousness moved rapidly between the Bubbles.

Not long after.

He suddenly stopped in front of a blue Bubbles!

The next second.

Roger embraced her with a smile!

A familiar perspective shift.

A dark, damp smell filled the air.

In the top left corner of the view.

Lines of text quietly appeared.

"Hint: You have acquired the identity of a resident of Peach Blossom Mountain!"

"You have obtained the Tier II Sprite Template: White Toad (Eternal Joy Village)"

"White Toad (Roger)"

"Realm: Killing (4)"

"Talent..."

"Hint: In August of 947, you became a member of Peach Blossom Mountain Eternal Joy Village.

On the surface, you are still a respectable spirit from Peach Blossom Mountain.

One of the Changle Five Immortals.

You have secretly Bewitched.

Under the coercion and enticement of the Fiend Demon Hu Li.

You and your companions have now entered the Heavenly Peng Nest.

To find Hu Li's lost inner core...

"Boss?"

Is this the place?

Beside the hidden door.

A weasel holding a candle asked cautiously.

The White Toad stared blankly for a while.

Then he suddenly stuck out his tongue.

It gave its partner a big, hard lick.

Glug glug!

A loud swallowing sound echoed in the cave.

Then came a deep, satisfying burp.

"What's wrong?"

Another spirit heard the commotion.

They came over to ask.

Roger smiled broadly.

"Fine."

He said.

Just the next second.

Suddenly, the weasel's tail emerged from the White Toad's throat.

He had to forcefully shut his mouth.

"Ah!"

Exclamations of alarm echoed from the nest.

The monster fled quickly!

"This is really troublesome..."

"Aren't you even letting people keep a low profile?!"

Roger licked his lips in frustration.

Watching the other person's departing figure.

A look of reminiscence involuntarily appeared on the White Toad's face.