Chapter 314
In less than two days, she, as one of the first climbers, ascended three floors in a row and gained six enhancement points.
"It's like a dream! I used to not even have 6 enhancement points after finishing the main storyline, but I got them so easily by following you. No wonder you guys leveled up so fast!" The girl's purple eyes shone, and she suddenly felt that she had made the right choice in clinging to this powerful figure.
More than just a place to stay, more than just a comfortable return to life, for players, the most important thing is, of course, points.
She didn't even dare to imagine what she would gain from clinging to a powerful figure and completing the dungeon; she was sure she would be able to reach the level of a monster.
"Not easy at all. Seriously, are enhancement points really that hard to earn?" Yuki was used to it, but seeing Frieren's disgusted expression, he quickly changed his tune:
"Let's use up all the points. That Witch Spirit will definitely be tough to deal with later. Theoretically, we're at Monster III level, and it's still in its territory."
"Yes, I have raised my 'Magic Control' to Master, which allows me to learn more powerful spells."
"Not yet at monster level?"
"Just one more membrane is needed, almost there."
Yuki nodded in satisfaction. Frieren was second only to Hayasaka in skill, and his abilities were entirely focused on lethality, making him seem exceptionally pure.
I'm still lacking in some areas.
He glanced at the panel and saw that he had 13 enhancement points, which was still not enough to upgrade his bloodline skills. So he simply allocated 12 points to the Night Furnace Domain.
[Alienated Grade Item: Night Furnace Domain (Chaos Grade Level)]
[Activates a 20-meter radius area, separating the user's squad from the enemy in the physical world, creating a 100,000 square meter area. The separation lasts for 1 hour, with a 1-hour cooldown. Binds the user.]
[Alienated Grade: Soul Furnace, which integrates the abilities of other Chaos Item to a certain extent, takes effect within the domain, and absorbs 50% of the item's side effects, 3/20 slots]
[Side effect: The fusion item cannot be removed permanently and can only be used when the field is deployed]
[Description: Humans revere the night because it represents the unknown and holds countless possibilities.]
The team's first level 6 item was thus created.
The range has increased tenfold. Previously, the diameter was only a hundred meters. If a true expert encountered it, there was no time to stop them, and they could break through the net. There were also piles of corpses, which was too unhygienic.
Then came the addition of the word 'squad,' which was the biggest qualitative change.
"I have this strange feeling that I've switched to a tool-based gameplay style."
Yuki scratched his head. Chaos Grade- level (level 6) items are very rare in the game, but after a few actual battles, this item has gradually become a cornerstone.
It's so useful! It's like having a natural advantage in battle. I feel like I've broken through a bottleneck and started on the fast track to upgrading.
As the snowball grew larger, Yuki discovered that the dungeons had become 'easy', and he wouldn't need to upgrade this Alienated Grade item for a long time.
"Hmm, let's fill up the slots first, since these things can only be obtained from players."
Power is directly proportional to investment; he poured over 20 enhancement points into this item, no wonder it's so powerful.
For example, the Arcane Grade- level Demon-Breaker Longsword can simultaneously deploy multiple energy reflection shields, which is why it can kill all the Tower Explorers in a short time.
As more items are placed and leveled up one by one, the total number will be astronomical, likely exceeding the points earned from bloodline skills.
Enhancement points, Chaos Item, and special items like the Fire Seed —the more the better.
Yuki was suddenly filled with energy, a sense of security as if he had his Destiny firmly in his hands.
Is everything ready?
"Alright." Peggy and the others stood straight, facing the Witch Spirit, a realm that even their predecessors had never reached.
"Everyone take a sip. Don't panic later, just follow the plan." Yuki took out Quiet Dew and watched as everyone drank it down, instantly cooling the frenzied atmosphere.
It's a pity that we can't bring in allies to the Night Furnace Domain, otherwise our chances of winning would be even higher.
"Let's go." Yuki the first to step onto the stairs, feeling the disorientation of being teleported.
"Slay the Witch Spirit, seize the tower."
Chapter Eleven: You want my head, I want your blood! (5K)
This is the Witch Spirit, this is the highest level?
In a brief moment of disorientation, Yuki, his hands gripping his sword, found himself in a strange area.
Blood dripped down to the ankles, reflecting against the crimson sky. This was a pure killing field, the air thick with highly concentrated particles. There was no fourth step.
A red vortex cloud hung in the sky, like the eye of a giant beast, overlooking the world and controlling the tower.
Beneath the swirling clouds, there was a throne made entirely of skulls, upon which sat a monster over three meters tall, resembling Bull Demon.
It wore a bronze breastplate covered in scratches, as if it had been through countless battles. It had four eyes, bull horns on its head, and a pair of narrow wings on its back.
The exposed skin outside the breastplate was blood red, with bulging muscles, giving Yuki a whiff of the Great Khorne.
"For so many years, apart from those humble bastards, no one has been able to get close to me."
The Witch Spirit raised its head, and when four golden eyes looked down upon it, everyone felt as if they were facing a formidable enemy. They felt a surge of madness and almost wanted to kill each other.
Fortunately, the gaze quickly settled on Yuki's face. After a moment of scrutiny, Witch Spirit spoke again, "You've got guts. Even with the credit of these few who slipped through the net, your strength is sufficient, and you're decisive enough, unlike those who clearly have the ability to come see me, yet prefer to stay in the lower levels rather than take the risks."
"Hahaha, of course they were quite entertaining to kill, so I'm willing to let them go and see the true gods."
This was an expression of agreement, yet Yuki remained expressionless, meticulously analyzing the words Witch Spirit had just spoken.
First, the Alliance is the true force that is conquering the Tower. They have made contact with the Witch Spirit, intending to use them as pawns to kill someone and select suitable explorers to go to the Witch God's Tower.
Secondly, the "fish that slipped through the net" refers to those Soulless Ones, and there must be a story behind this.
Third, players are unwilling to take risks. As Hiyori said, conquering the tower does not necessarily require stubbornness or climbing. By catering to their preferences, the Witch Spirit will also lower the difficulty.
The thought flashed through his mind, Yuki met his gaze. "Are all Witch Spirit this talkative?"
"Haha, we're all different. Some will hide and play hide-and-seek with you, some will bathe with you in lava. But you're lucky, you've pleased me, and I'm willing to give you a fair fight."
The laughter was shrill, and hot white smoke billowed from a large mouth full of sharp teeth, but Yuki laughed too.
The reason for choosing the Tower of Asura is not only because the name is straightforward, but also because the owners of such places are generally 'warm and hospitable'.
"Kill you, and I'll take the tower?"
"Yes, as long as you can do it." The crimson Witch Spirit disdained to hide anything, raising his hand to grasp the two giant axes beside the throne. "I am the blade of the Witch God, spreading blood and terror across the land. Countless heroes have fallen to my axe. Do you see the heads on this bloody throne?"
It the Roar to the sky, shaking the very air, and even the Soulless Ones turned pale.
"Come forward, your head will be the most dazzling star on this throne!!"
The sea of blood beneath his feet seemed to boil and bubble. Yuki felt his eyes turn bloodshot, forgetting that there was an escape route just a few meters behind him. Under this the Roar, some mercenaries instinctively wanted to escape back to the third floor.
Swish--
A blood-red scythe appeared out of nowhere in the sky, and the tower explorer was sliced apart like a piece of paper.
Warm blood splattered on Yuki's face. These mercenaries, who had undergone purification and were close to Transcendental Grade, and had even drunk Quiet Dew beforehand, were mentally broken by a roar.
The Tower of Asura is straightforward, but its combat power is absolutely formidable, which explains why few players choose this tower.
Yuki drew his sword; having received an invitation from his master, he had no intention of backing down.
Murder litters the fields; who hasn't done it?
"Scatter, follow me!"
Yuki's words quickly stabilized the morale of the troops. The Witch Spirit was like a world-destroying demon, but this man was just as omnipotent.
What is there to fear if kings face each other?
This fighting spirit pleased the Witch Spirit even more. It had seen players before; some would immediately activate their buffs upon seeing it, while others would use strange Witch Spirit to try and calm it down.
This is the first time I've seen someone attack without saying a word, brandishing a knife.
"Come! Kill!!"
With its short wings spread, it vanished into thin air in an instant, and when it reappeared, it was right above Yuki's head, raising its axe to chop.
Clang!!
The sea of blood exploded, sending waves flying and blasting away the shield array of the Peggy organization. Yuki knelt on one knee, the soul fire on his body flickering uncertainly.
Monster III and above possess incredibly pure physical combat power, even surpassing my own.
The giant axe came crashing down like chopping meat. Yuki had no intention of fighting head-on and immediately leaned back, watching the slashed axe blade sweep past his nose and watching a dense barrage of light projectiles fly in from afar.
Thump thump thump...
Frieren was a ruthless turret, gripping his staff with both hands and firing magical missiles like a machine gun. The missiles would spark as they hit the bronze breastplate, but when they struck exposed flesh, they would blast shallow craters the size of fists.
"Don't bother me!"
Enraged, Witch Spirit unleashed a crescent-shaped beam of light, while Rita and the others quickly crushed their Soul Crystal.
Purification.
The magic that was powerful enough to cut a building in half was instantly nullified. The Witch Spirit was even more enraged and was about to rush over to swat the annoying flies when countless blades of light enveloped it.
Phantom Twin Blades.
Dozens of blade lights flashed simultaneously, some real and some illusory. Witch Spirit couldn't tell them apart, nor did she care. She let the blades pierce her breastplate, took the hit head-on, and then threw her giant axe.
This thing couldn't be erased by the Soulless Ones. Peggy and the others quickly grabbed their large shields and rushed forward. With a 'bang,' the object was sent flying all over the place like bowling balls.
Witch Spirit his ox hoof to force Yuki back, then snapped his fingers at the exposed Frieren.
The Killing Pendulum.
A massive scythe appeared around Frieren, striking the defensive magic and exploding in dazzling flames. The girl remained unmoved, continuing to cast exorcism magic with an expressionless face.
With its integrated offense and defense, and high rate of fire, it suppressed the enemy, leaving the Witch Spirit battered and bruised. Furthermore, a powerful swordsman was constantly entangled with her, preventing her from breaking free.
The spurting blood formed a thick fog, which prevented the exorcising magic from Piercer the defenses, and the previous wounds on the body were quickly healed.
It possesses exceptional defensive capabilities, an extremely tough chest armor, and a super-fast regeneration ability.
Yuki observed every detail, his mind calm and unaffected by the violent atmosphere.
It's not the right time yet.
Even if the domain is expanded tenfold, I have no confidence in stopping the opponent if Isshin to escape. My senior isn't around, and I can't open the domain twice in a row.
"Damn it, get serious!"
The Witch Spirit was furious. Yuki's sword wasn't heavy enough, and the flies buzzing around him were quite annoying.
Bang--
The giant fist slammed down, the blade tip piercing through the fist and into the forearm. It didn't even feel pain. Its massive body pinned Yuki to the ground, and an energy ball gathered in its mouth.
Boom!
The crimson smoke was pierced through, and a beam of azure light slammed into its back, causing its powerful muscles to explode into a spray of blood.
Unlike bullets, magic cannot have its power controlled. Just as the Witch Spirit was about to spit the energy ball at Frieren, Yuki, who was pinned down by him, also raised his gun.
Bang! Bang!
Two shots were fired in quick succession. The deer bullets blasted through the blood-red flames, sending the enormous head flying through the air. Crucially, the energy ball flew into the distance, forming a mushroom cloud in the blood-red sky.
More blood spurted out, atomizing in the air, but this time there was no powerful magic to strike directly.
"Chance."
Frieren took a breath, and the gravity beam pulled at the massive body of the Witch Spirit, temporarily controlling it, while Rita and the others stepped forward to purify it together.
As if wiped away with an eraser, the billowing Blood Mist was dispelled, revealing the crimson body, and various forms of witchcraft followed.
Sword energy, missiles, fireballs.
Peggy and the others put in their utmost effort, using all the best weapons at their disposal, but their strength was no match for Frieren. Despite adding a ton of special effects, they couldn't even break through the Witch Spirit's skin.
But they were never the main force. Just when they were getting the Witch Spirit really annoyed, Yuki suddenly appeared from behind.
Blood-Burning Heart. Combustion.
He went all out from the start, slashing at the neck with his blade, which embedded itself deeply into the raised forearm, followed by a second strike.
Bite--
Yuki's eyes widened as Witch Spirit turned her head 180 degrees behind her, biting the blade with her sharp teeth, even though her entire face was slashed and bloody.
Thump.
With a knee strike, Yuki was sent flying. Without saying a word, Witch Spirit actually tore off most of his forearm that had been cut off.
Blood gushed from his furious eyes, but the splattered blood no longer turned into mist; instead, it fell into the boiling sea of blood, making the churning bubbles even more violent.