Fierce Competition for Territory, a Transformed New Clan

At this very moment.

In the Council Hall of a major guild's stronghold in the Twelfth District, an urgent discussion is taking place.

"Have you contacted any other powerful guilds? Are there any willing to join forces with us? We need to act quickly; we must finalize our allies as soon as possible."

"The competition in Emerald City isn't too fierce right now, and our guild members often travel through that area on trade routes, so we're very familiar with the surrounding terrain," someone suggested.

Let's choose that place as our target.

"Everyone assemble this afternoon for a field drill around Emerald City."

"Mark the suitable temporary respawn points first, and I will personally decide on the final location," the guild leader said after thinking for a moment.

At the same time.

In a guild in the District 33, the guild leader was also issuing instructions to the members.

"Have everyone in the guild keep a close eye on the auction house. If you see any equipment that suits your class, buy it immediately without hesitation."

"In this Territory War, rankings will be based on guild contribution points. Those with higher contributions can come to me to claim extra rewards, and their experience transfer order will also be advanced."

"No one should let their guard down!"

"For the sake of reality!" he concluded with encouragement.

"For the sake of reality!" Everyone took a deep breath and said solemnly.

And at this time...

Within the Legion Guild.

As the largest force in the God's Domain Game, it can also be considered the official guild of Dragon Han.

They are naturally one of the most favored contenders in this Territory War.

They registered in almost every region, so they didn't need to seek alliances like other small and medium-sized guilds.

They were numerous enough to handle the chaos and were determined to capture a city.

Moreover, there is also offline support from formal institutions, as well as cooperation in intelligence, logistics, ideas, and other aspects.

"I hereby announce that the surveillance personnel over Xuancheng will be temporarily withdrawn, and all forces will be concentrated to prepare for the attack on the city."

"Our initial target is Fragrant Cloud City."

"If we discover any other guilds launching a concentrated attack on Fragrant Cloud City, we will immediately shift our second target to the newly discovered Orc City."

"Although our Legion Guild currently has a clear advantage, we must not underestimate the strength of other guilds and be wary of being caught off guard!" Lu Zheng ordered.

"Clear!"

Recently, they have been monitoring guilds in the 77th District and other areas that have shown signs of abnormality.

However, the other party has now become unusually quiet and behaved very politely.

Aside from the fact that the rate at which members' experience points increase is still abnormally fast.

They looked no different from Ordinary Player, and the entire region even seemed exceptionally united and harmonious.

Despite the recent activation of the PvP mode, there have been no open-world conflicts, and the atmosphere is more peaceful than in many other regions.

The Legion Guild couldn't understand it.

Why did they suddenly break free from higher command—was it simply because they had previously been exiled?

This is the inertia of thought: this is how emperors think—I can abuse you, but you must stay true to your original intentions.

Just like Han Xin could be unjustly killed, but he could not rebel or flee, otherwise he would be disloyal.

But are the guilds in the 77th District really as peaceful as they appear?

At this very moment.

The members of the "Holy God Followers" led by Sunshine did not focus their attention on their own division.

Their region is already a unified entity, and their primary goal now is for everyone to reach the maximum level as soon as possible, in order to assist in the revival of the Holy God.

They also want to get involved in Territory War —not just for the experience bonus, but because the benefits of successfully capturing a city go far beyond what's immediately apparent.

They didn't intend to confront the Legion Guild directly; their target this time was Neverwinter City.

This is a city with a fantasy theme.

At this moment, Sunshine is having a private meeting with the guild leaders of several major districts surrounding Xuancheng.

"The Holy God One has personally conveyed a divine message to me: all intelligence regarding Neverwinter City is now under my control."

"Our strength is no less than that of players from any other region. With the blessing of the Holy God, we must take Neverwinter City and present it as our first offering to the Lord!"

"Don't worry, this time we will definitely show those who look down on us that the Holy God Followers will shake the entire God's Domain in this battle!"

Unlike most guilds that choose popular cities, the Hero Alliance, to which "War Sky" belongs, locked in "Orc City" from the very beginning.

They possess a crucial informational advantage—member "One Sword Nine Provinces" is a recipient of a special mission and currently the only player with the status of Orc City.

He has far more information than others.

"The current situation is completely different from what we originally anticipated."

"If our guild wants to participate in Territory War, we either need to form an alliance with other major guilds like Dragon Map and Century Imperial City, or we have no choice but to take a different path and attack cities that have never been discovered before."

"Therefore, the Orc City is our best choice."

Chen Xiang was the first to agree with War Sky's decision.

"I also believe that the Orc City is the most ideal target."

"Firstly, apart from us, no other guild has the coordinates of the Orc City."

"Secondly, if we cooperate with other guilds, there will only be one spot available, and we'll have to share a significant portion of the profits, which isn't worthwhile for our guild."

Afterwards, the other management members of the guild unanimously agreed that this unconventional path, which was difficult for others to access, was indeed the best strategy.

Although this strategy may only be effective in the first event, it is enough for them to seize a valuable first-mover advantage.

After all, everyone will find out eventually.

"It's up to you now, Kyushu."

"Based on your previous description of the woodland's features, we have basically pinpointed the coordinates."

"You will lead the team, and we will advance north at full speed, making sure to capture the Orc City first!"

"Don't worry, President, I've got this covered!"

Now equipped with brand-new gear, "One Sword Nine Provinces" has not only seen a dramatic increase in combat power, but also carries a dazzling array of all kinds of items.

All of this was the result of his recent surge in wealth, which led to a massive purchase from the game's in-game store.

As a member of the War Alliance's management team, a striking and pretentious outfit is naturally essential.

Thanks to a special opportunity, his strength and status both achieved a leap forward, and he has been showing off to his relatives and friends quite a bit during this period.

He had no idea that fate had presented him with such a glorious opportunity, but he had made a mistake.

In fact, most people have had opportunities like this, big and small, but either due to their own reasons or unfavorable circumstances, they ultimately missed them.

Gao Linzhi shook his head upon seeing the behavior of this chess piece.

At the same time, it also serves as a deep reminder that I must never give up the opportunities I have now, and that I must seize them.

He longed for eternity so much; he dreamed of it constantly.

If it can't last forever, then all the hard work before would have been for nothing, wouldn't it?

Within the God's Domain, various guilds are employing various tactics, some forming alliances, others devising strategies, all actively preparing for the upcoming inaugural Territory War.

This is not only about guild honor, but also about making a name for ourselves among the players and enhancing the guild's reputation and influence.

Reality is becoming increasingly dangerous and fragmented.

This provided a chaotic stage for outlaws who carved out their own territories.

They naturally wanted to capture them.

Meanwhile, Zhang Mingzhen, a lone wolf who has not joined any guild, or rather, a person favored by fate, a cheater of the system, and the most useful pawn in Gao Linzhi's hands... is currently being questioned by the Undersea Dragon Palace law enforcement team.

Because he was the last target contacted by "the missing Kambu".

Actually, he was the one who killed Kambu.

Of course, he wouldn't tell the truth.

"You said that Kambu left after showing you the way? Do you have any proof?" a law enforcement officer from the Dragon Palace who came to investigate questioned.

"Without proof, what kind of evidence do you want?" Zhang Mingzhen said calmly.

"That so-called treasure doesn't exist at all. Don't you resent him? Are you just going to let him go like that?"

As a member of the Dragon Palace Enforcement Team, the investigator knew that Kambu was accustomed to Deception outsiders to obtain Gold Coin, which had already aroused the hatred of many people.

"How can you be so sure the treasure is fake? I did indeed find something," Zhang Mingzhen asked in surprise.

These words surprised the law enforcement officers.

Could this person have truly found the legendary "treasure"?

"You've entered the interior of an underwater vortex? Is that true? You can't afford the consequences of deceiving us!"

Ignoring the enforcement team's threats, Zhang Mingzhen remained calm. "What if what I said is true?"

Upon hearing this, the other party's attitude changed abruptly, and he solemnly announced to him, "Very well then, please come with us to Dragon Palace City to meet the city lord!"

"The city lord will meet with you personally."

See the city lord?

Did he remember that the Undersea Dragon Palace was dominated by the Fish-Dragon Clan, and the city lord was the chieftain of the Fish-Dragon Clan?

"What brings the city lord to see me?"

The law enforcement officers, showing their impatience, said, "All you need to know is that the city magistrate wants to see you. Just come with us!"

"I'm not going." He wanted to test whether he had the right to retaliate if he was attacked while unable to launch an attack on the city itself.

"You!"

The law enforcement officer was furious upon hearing this, and he was about to teach this ungrateful fellow a lesson.

But someone immediately stopped them.

"Stop! Now that they've discovered the treasure, they're the city lord's guests!"

"How dare you treat the city lord's distinguished guest like this! Be careful, or I Bright City and have you punished!" An octopus-like member with eight tentacles appeared and interrupted the enforcement team.

"Sir, the clerk!" Upon seeing the newcomer, the law enforcement officer immediately bowed and apologized, then stepped aside at the octopus-man's signal.

The octopus, referred to as the "scribe," then extended a reserved invitation to Zhang Mingzhen.

"Honorable guest, the city lord has ordered that you be invited into the city for a discussion."

The system suddenly displayed a notification: "Congratulations, player, you have triggered a new quest [The Secrets of the Undersea Dragon Palace City], quest reward: Dragon-Eye Spirit Pearl."

"Accept or not?"

Dragon-Eye Spirit Pearl?

An unheard-of prop.

Since a mission has been triggered, it's worth the trip.

Zhang Mingzhen nodded and said, "Let's go, I was just about to pay my respects to the city lord."

The octopus-like member, identified by the system as "Odysseus," led him to the core area of Undersea Dragon Palace City.

It was a fortress-like palace constructed from multiple layers of coral.

The area was guarded by soldiers of various appearances; judging from their distinct skin color and scales, these guards belonged to different races.

Following Odysseus to a hall deep within the palace, a gigantic Fish-Dragon Clan was sitting there.

The system identifier indicates that he is the lord of Dragon Palace City, the patriarch of the Fish-Dragon Clan, "Lord Shius".

Shius looked old; compared to the robust Fish-Dragon Kambu, his beard and scales were dull and lifeless, but his eyes were more profound.

He Jingjing observed Zhang Mingzhen, seemingly lost in thought, before speaking warmly:

"What brings you, brave warrior, to my Undersea Dragon Palace City?"

"If you're not in a hurry, you can stay in the city for a few more days. I'll have the scribe show you around."

"Our Undersea Dragon Palace has not been visited by any land-based races for a long time."

"I'm only in your city temporarily to handle some business and don't expect to stay long, so there's no need for you to make any arrangements, City Lord."

"I wonder why you summoned me here?"

The chieftain didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point. "I've heard that the warrior successfully entered the interior of the underwater whirlpool. Is this true?"

"That's true," Zhang Mingzhen nodded.

Upon receiving his affirmative reply, Shius was overwhelmed with emotion and could hardly contain himself.

"So—have you truly stepped into that place?"

"You mean the Tidal Forbidden Land?"

"That's right! That's it! You really went in! Tell me quickly, what's inside!"

Lord Shius's voice trembled slightly with excitement. He rose from his high position and walked step by step toward the other party.

"You don't even know what's in it, so why are you so agitated?"

"Look, you're in such a hurry again?" Zhang Mingzhen said disdainfully.

A helpless smile played on Shius's lips, "To be honest, I've tried many times to cross the Frenzy eddies on the outer edge of that sea area, but I've never been able to get in, and I was almost ready to give up."

"Until recently, when my subordinates reported that the eddy had vanished into thin air, leaving that sea deathly silent, I resumed my investigation... and that's when I found you."

No one knows the sheer joy Shius felt when he confirmed the vortex had vanished.

What caught him even more off guard was that not only the vortex vanished along with it, but also the mysterious realm that haunted his dreams.

"I understand you're full of doubts right now," the city lord said helplessly.

"Please allow me to tell you the origin of the Fish-Dragon race—it all goes back a thousand years."

Lord Shius slowly began to speak:

"Back then, I was just an ordinary member of the merfolk."

"And now, no one can tell from my appearance that I have lived for a thousand years."

"Years ago, I happened to pass by that sea area and witnessed the horrifying sight of space being torn apart and then reassembled, as well as the birth of that dead sea."

"That sacred place seemed to appear out of thin air, forcefully tearing open the veil of the original space."

"In a fleeting glimpse, I saw a Holy Relic shaped like a conch shell emit strands of golden light, enveloping the sacred land and forming a sealed domain, before disappearing completely."

"And in that split second, I unexpectedly absorbed a wisp of dissipated golden light—"

He paused for a moment, a glimmer of reminiscence in his eyes. "Since then, not only has my strength increased dramatically, but my bloodline and talent have also undergone an incredible transformation."

"I named my reborn self 'Fish-Dragon' and became the first progenitor."

"Later, we built the Undersea Dragon Palace City and once dominated the entire sea area."

"But I have never forgotten that sacred place, not only for the pursuit of greater power, but also for the future of the entire race."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Mingzhen understood.

It turns out that the Fish-Dragon Clan was not a branch of the sea race originally set by the God's Domain, but a new race that was formed due to Mutation Tier caused by being tainted by the holy power of the Azurewave Clan.

As expected, the higher-level world is amazing; even a tiny remnant left unintentionally can transform a person completely.