Virtual Universe

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Virtual Universe (虚拟宇宙)
Type	Artificial virtual network and special plane of existence
Affiliation	Humanity; the Virtual Universe Company
Occupation/Role	Real-time communication network, virtual-world platform, commercial hub, intelligence resource, and cultivation infrastructure
Status	Operational; temporarily vanished during a major shutdown before reappearing
First Appearance	80

Background / History

The Virtual Universe was created by the Primal Ancestor. Its operational programs and calculation load are so immense that even a Universe Master could not sustain them alone; the Primal Ancestor enslaved a Machine Race Universe Master to assist with the task. 73

It is the Virtual Universe Company's exclusive technology; the other four human giants do not possess an equivalent system. Its reach helped make the Peak Genius Tournament known across human territory and supports the company's long-term cultivation programs. 151 163

By the time Guen first connected, the system had become an ordinary part of human life. Users could enter through a Smart Computer or intelligent assistant, appear in a virtual location corresponding to their physical universe nation, and interact with an environment nearly indistinguishable from reality. 90 563

The network later experienced an unprecedented disappearance. Although the Virtual Universe Company had issued a maintenance warning, the signal ultimately vanished completely, disrupting communications, commerce, administration, and security across human territory. 619 620

The Virtual Universe returned before humanity's counteroffensive. Its restored real-time communications allowed human forces to coordinate across expanded battle lines, while temporary permissions were initially restricted to selected high-level users. 671

Access and Structure

Virtual Locations

• Universe nations appear as continents; medium- and low-level cosmic civilizations appear as islands. 151
• A virtual city can exceed an ordinary planet's surface area. Guen entered Tuohua City on the Longdu Continent after connecting from Tuohua Planet. 90
• The Virtual Universe Company's core-member headquarters includes Yu Xiang Mountain, a floating mountain approximately 89,000 kilometers in diameter. 184
• One special plane contains an island with twenty-four ports, each linked by a Heavenly Bridge to a Chaos Monument. 198
• Allied races may receive separate virtual planes with restricted functions, such as the Silver Crown Dragon Clan's Silver Dragon Continent. 708

Connection and Identity

• Citizens can open a Virtual Universe Company account after completing the required nationality registration. 90
• Guen paid 0.009 Longdu Coin per year for service and prepaid for 10,000 years. 90
• Users without a specific Virtual Universe ID may find it difficult and expensive to locate someone across multiple universe nations. 80 90
• Anonymous accounts are heavily monitored, and non-human users face stricter restrictions; nevertheless, such accounts are highly sought after by aliens. 452 565
• Coverage is extensive but not universal. Guen has traveled through regions with no access, and some areas can detect a signal without allowing login or communication. 548 565

Capabilities & Services

Realistic Virtual Simulation

The Virtual Universe recreates physical sensation and appearance with exceptional fidelity; Guen initially found it difficult to distinguish from reality. It can simulate secret methods and even the Origin Laws. 90 151

• Users may alter clothing and appearance through paid virtual purchases. 90
• The Killing Field allows combat training with standardized bodies, genetic multipliers, weapons, and other conditions. 304 688
• High-level powerhouses, including Universe Venerables, use the Killing Field for sparring and combat simulations. 688
• Entering the Virtual Universe lowers a user's real-world combat capability, making it unsuitable during a dangerous battle. 304

Communication and Intelligence

The network enables calls, emails, forums, messages, and rapid information sharing across human territory. Its real-time communication capability has no equivalent substitute in the setting. 116 671 676

• Cross-universe-nation forum requests can cost approximately 10,000 Longdu Coin per post, with higher fees for greater distances. 90
• Core members receive expanded permissions that grant access to otherwise unavailable intelligence and information. 179 181
• During the shutdown's partial recovery, Universe Venerables received unrestricted temporary access; eligible Immortals received only basic communication and information functions. 671
• The system's reach also creates security concerns, as its convenience can assist spies. 671

Commerce and Administration

The Virtual Universe is the primary venue for intergalactic and star-sector commerce, integrating resource trading and influencing the economic life of universe nations. 350

• Available activities include virtual real estate, flight props, forums, commerce, and entertainment. 90
• The Commerce Department integrates resource trading, while the Martial Department supports talent cultivation. 350
• Users can access company treasuries, purchase Secret Methods and equipment, receive mission rules, and process official notifications. 181 384 391
• Citizenship documents can be replaced or reported through the Virtual Universe. 90

Cultivation Infrastructure

The Virtual Universe Company uses the system to identify, train, evaluate, and manage geniuses throughout human territory. 73 179

• The Peak Genius Tournament is held once per era for Star Level humans; finalists may gain Initial Universe access and core-member status. 73 140
• The Heavenly Bridge uses a basic body template, minimizing the benefit of external equipment and emphasizing personal law comprehension. 304
• Core members can use virtual headquarters spaces, receive permission upgrades, access training plans, and obtain treasury points. 179 181
• The network provides access to the Chaos Monuments and their associated Heavenly Bridges. 198

Shutdown and Resurgence

Event	Chapter	Details
Maintenance warning	619	The Virtual Universe Company advised users to save data due to planned server maintenance and expected network anomalies.
Complete signal loss	619	The entire signal disappeared rather than merely becoming inaccessible; Guen and Bahou King regarded the event as unprecedented.
Human-territory disruption	620	Communication failures triggered panic, administrative paralysis, opportunistic violence, and public distress outside company branches.
Limited restoration	671	The network returned with temporary permissions restricted primarily to Universe Venerables and selected Immortals.
Counteroffensive coordination	671 674	Restored real-time communications enabled humanity to widen its battle lines and coordinate against hostile races.
Reopening to Guen's group	676	Guen received the company's apology and battle footage after access reopened, while calls and emails surged across the system.

Limitations

• The Virtual Universe does not cover all regions of the universe, particularly remote areas outside the core territories. 548
• A detected signal does not guarantee access; Guen once found the network present but unable to accept login attempts, calls, or emails. 565
• The shutdown demonstrated humanity's reliance on the system, especially among lifeforms below the Universe Level. 619 620
• Access, functions, and available information depend on citizenship, account status, location, permissions, and payment. 90 179 181