Slay the Wolf King

The drop rates for everyone were significantly higher than the big data published by players on the forums, and they almost all got their basic skills.

Wang Qian Duo could actually learn the basic skills of all three attributes, but he wasn't ready to reveal that secret yet.

Moreover, Wang Qian Duo felt he needed to decide on a direction quickly, as the proficiency of mech skills was an undeniable factor in improving strength.

If he continued to cultivate all three systems, he would end up trying to do too much and mastering nothing.

At the same time, he had just upgraded the Phoenix Blood Heart engine to level five, and the Phoenix Blood Heart was about to undergo its first evolution.

He had all the materials for the evolution, but they were in storage. He planned to get them after the dungeon.

The only regret was that the propulsion device he had been longing for was still nowhere to be seen.

He wasn't impressed with the equipment for other parts, and the energy shield, another piece of equipment he lacked, hadn't dropped either.

Miracle Sword and the others had also gained a lot. If these basic skills enriched Wang Qian Duo's attack methods, for them, it was a super boost.

Every skill in their hands could turn decay into magic, especially the synergy between skills, which made Wang Qian Duo exclaim, "Learned something new!"

"Should we return to the city to regroup, or go for it in one go?"

After three difficult dungeon runs, Yun Zhong Ge said to Wang Qian Duo.

Since the quest was his, everyone still respected his opinion.

"Do you guys need to upgrade your equipment?" Wang Qian Duo asked them in return.

They had obtained several blueprints earlier, which offered no improvement for Wang Qian Duo.

"No need. This equipment doesn't offer any qualitative improvement. The nightmare dungeon requires you to tank and deal damage. We can only help with crowd control and support. Improving those stats won't help much, so there's no point wasting time," Miracle Sword said.

"Alright, let's enter the dungeon then!"

After Wang Qian Duo finished speaking, he activated the dungeon teleportation portal. Miracle Sword had already given him the captain's role.

The nightmare-level Dark Forest had a different environment from the normal and difficult modes.

In the nightmare dungeon, the sky was not only darker, but also filled with various magical elements, and the forest was even more gloomy and eerie.

Before they had walked far, two giant dire wolves launched a surprise attack from the tall bushes on both sides of the forest towards Wang Qian Duo at the front of the team.

"Use 'Provoke' on the one on the left!"

Sister Cat's voice came through. Wang Qian Duo immediately followed the command, flicking his Ming Hong Blade upwards, a silver arc cutting through the air.

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A damage number flashed. The dire wolf on the left was sent flying back. Just then, Sister Cat's voice rang out again:

"Use 'Dual Strike' to pursue, try to aim for its waist."

Wang Qian Duo didn't hesitate and did as he was told. He stepped forward and stabbed the dire wolf repeatedly with his Ming Hong Blade.

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Critical Hit, Weak Point Exploit -739

Two damage numbers appeared above the dire wolf that Wang Qian Duo had sent flying. Its health bar was instantly depleted.

The four times damage from a weak point critical hit was almost unreasonable.

"Old Wang's damage seems unreasonable no matter how you look at it!" Cang Hai Ming Yue exclaimed as he watched the damage Wang Qian Duo dealt.

As for the dire wolf on the right, when it pounced, Miracle Sword, piloting his mech, took a quick step forward and slammed its shield down.

After this dire wolf was knocked back, they didn't immediately charge forward again. Instead, they observed the group from a distance.

At the same time, after seeing the tragic fate of their companion, they directly fled back into the forest.

The group wanted to stop them, but Yun Zhong Ge and the other two didn't have enough damage, Miracle Sword couldn't reach them, and Wang Qian Duo missed his shot, failing to stop them.

"Prepare to face the wolf pack and the boss. Old Wang, when the boss gets close, cast 'Chain Lightning' directly on it.

Then use 'Provoke' followed by 'Dual Strike' to pressure it for a bit. After that, start charging. Slash the boss when it's near, or slash the small monsters we lure over if it's not.

Remember to charge horizontally for 'Charged Slash', and keep holding the weapon without releasing the power as soon as the slash comes out. This way, you can achieve an area attack.

Then wait for the cooldown. Attack with normal attacks when you can, don't force it. We'll help you hold off the small monsters."

Seeing the dire wolf flee, Sister Cat immediately said, and the others began to prepare with all their focus.

This was the nightmare dungeon. The monsters in the dungeon had extremely high intelligence, almost like real creatures.

That wolf hadn't fled; it had gone to get reinforcements. Soon, other dire wolves in the forest would come to surround the group along with the Wolf King.

It was precisely because of this that some methods of using the game system that worked in normal and difficult modes could no longer be used. Nightmare dungeons truly tested one's real strength.

Not long after Sister Cat finished speaking, pairs of blood-red eyes appeared in the forest around them. One pair, as large as car headlights, was particularly conspicuous.

The dire wolf pack had arrived.

The Wolf King at the front was significantly larger than those in the normal and difficult modes. Although it was still a Level 5 Leader, its stats were definitely not comparable to those in the normal and difficult modes.

Dire Wolf King

LV5

Nightmare Leader

HP 7000

MP 1000

Attack 240

Defense 30

Skills: Surprise Attack, Bite Crush, Ground Spike Eruption, Ferocious Roar (After the Wolf King unleashes a magic energy roar, its attack and speed increase by 20%, and defense decreases by 10%), Berserk (Abyss bosses enter berserk mode when their HP drops below 20%, increasing attack by 50%).

"These stats are more than double that of a normal one, and its skills have become even more dangerous. Old Wang, be careful. I'll warn you!" Sister Cat said, looking at the stats of the Dread Wolf King that Wang Qian Duo sent.

"Understood!"

After a brief exchange, the group chose to engage. Yun Zhong Ge shot an arrow at the Wolf King's eye, but the Wolf King dodged it. Yes, it dodged. The intelligence of monsters in Nightmare dungeons is that perverted.

"Awooo!"

After dodging Yun Zhong Ge's attack, the Wolf King roared and charged at the group. Despite its massive body, it was exceptionally agile. It weaved through the tree trunks in the forest and, in a few moments, arrived above them, then dived towards Yun Zhong Ge.

But just as it was about to land in front of Yun Zhong Ge, a silver lightning bolt struck it while it was still in the air.

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This single lightning bolt consumed over a tenth of its health, but it wasn't over. After hitting the Wolf King, the lightning flew into the pack of Dread Wolves charging alongside it. Six unlucky ones were hit, and the second Dread Wolf struck had its HP completely depleted. Simultaneously, due to the paralyzing effect of the Chain Lightning, the Dread Wolf King was stunned for that instant. Wang Qian Duo seized the opportunity, unleashing a series of attacks: Slicing Strike, basic attacks, and a Double Strike.

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Resetting basic attack cooldowns after skills was a technique Wang Qian Duo and Sister Cat had learned. Resetting basic attacks after skills was more difficult, so he didn't dare to try it. A string of damage numbers floated above the Dread Wolf King's head, and its health rapidly declined. Then, Wang Qian Duo began to charge his Ming Hong Blade. However, the Wolf King had already recovered from the stun and leaped backward. But Wang Qian Duo didn't cancel his charging action because the members of Miracle Sword were already bringing the Dread Wolf pack to him. They used various methods, and the wolf pack was gathered around Wang Qian Duo at an unbelievable angle. At this moment, the Wolf King's eyes flashed red, and with a roar, red light emanated from the surrounding wolves. Seizing the momentum, they all pounced towards Wang Qian Duo.

"Whoa, Old Wang, be careful!"

This turn of events was unexpected for the group. They had still underestimated the intelligence of the monsters in the Abyss dungeon. However, Wang Qian Duo showed no panic. His experience from two lifetimes gave him a composure and calmness beyond that of ordinary people. As most of the wolf pack entered his vicinity, preparing to attack him, the Ming Hong Blade in his hand moved. A circular, cold moonbeam bloomed.

Critical Hit -1012 * N

Wang Qian Duo fully charged his attack and landed a critical hit. All the wolves rushing at him were sent flying back, and upon landing, they whimpered and died instantly. This single strike took down two-thirds of the Dread Wolves, significantly reducing the pressure on the battlefield.

"Awesome!"

After Yun Zhong Ge praised him, he immediately moved to pull back the remaining Dread Wolves, as did the three members of Miracle Sword. It wasn't time to relax yet. The cunning of the Wolf King had already taught them a lesson. To prevent any accidents, they had to go all out.

Seeing its companions destroyed, the Wolf King roared again and leaped high into the air. It wasn't that it didn't learn from its mistakes; it jumped because its Ground Spike Eruption skill required it to be airborne to cast. But Zero Machine's golden eyes flashed with golden light. Waiting for it was another Chain Lightning.

Weak Point Hit, Critical Hit -3934

In the eyes of the group, its luck was bad this time. The Chain Lightning critically hit and struck its abdomen's weak point. Nearly 4000 damage left the Wolf King with critically low health. Then, Wang Qian Duo unleashed another combo, bringing it to the brink of death. Yun Zhong Ge and the others, who had been closely watching, unleashed their attacks upon seeing this, clearing its remaining health.