A Strategy for Dealing with Players

"What's going on, the virtual world?"

Yang Ning can swear that this was absolutely not his plan.

After all, the only way to avoid being discovered as a mastermind is to ensure that there is no mastermind at all.

He merely wanted to use the players to launch the space equipment into space openly and legitimately. He never imagined that the setting of a virtual world could cause Qu Heng and several Spiritual Law Realm elders to have their Dao hearts collapse!

The crux of the matter is that not only could Qu Heng and the other Spiritual Law Realm elders not prove that this world was fake, but even Yang Ning himself could not prove it!

Just like if you were unexpectedly admitted to a mental hospital, it would be very difficult to prove that you don't have a mental illness.

The brain in a vat is an unsolvable problem!

It's a bit of a pity that Qu Heng and the other Spiritual Law Realm elders were only shocked in their worldview, but their heads didn't explode.

Fortunately, the final result was good; they did not interfere with the players launching rockets into the sky.

Tai Heng One is a low-Earth orbit rocket that carries 40 satellites.

This was already a mature technology in the Dragon Country, and with the addition of Law Power in the world of immortals and heroes, it became even simpler to manufacture, resulting in a successful launch on the first attempt.

These forty satellites were deployed in low Earth orbit.

In name, they are deep space exploration satellites; they can emit Electromagnetic Wave to explore the environment of space.

However, four of the forty satellites malfunctioned. Of the remaining 36, 24 were taken away by cultivators from the Taiheng Sect, Tianyi Sect, and the Far North Myriad Saints Alliance. After studying them, they were returned to their original locations.

They discovered that the satellite was nothing more than a few glass mirrors, stone slabs, and metal lumps, with a cell phone inside.

But the underlying principle is unknown, and even Soul Searching cannot uncover it.

Yang Ning did not prohibit players from having their Soul Searching, but the technology would definitely be blocked. They could read history and literature, but technology and the like would still be prohibited.

As for deep space exploration capabilities, what use are they to cultivators at the Spiritual Law Realm? They can see much farther with a simple Divine Ability!

Tai Heng One was a reusable rocket. After being recovered, it was quickly refueled and launched again on the fourth day.

No one paid attention to this launch because the well-known leaders of the Taiheng sect formed a chat group and started discussing player issues.

The specific personnel are as follows:

Taiheng Sect Leader: Qu Heng

Tianyi Sect Leader: Tang Ze

Leader of the All Saints Alliance: True One Demon Lord

Yiyuan Pill Cauldron Sect: Xi Chenzi

The Myriad Beast Sect: Imperial Spirit Dao

Lihan Sect: Zhan Tai Mingyue

Tianfei Palace: Yuan Youshi

Demon Alliance: Dragon Pattern

Myriad Gods Hall: The One Yang Heavenly God

The Great Luo Sect: Heavenly God

Witch God Cult: Zou Hu

Jinxiang Sect: Master Feng Yuan

Diluo Temple: Master Jia Xiang

Medicine King Valley: Bai Yiqing

Walrus Gang: Whale Valley

North Sea Yuan Family: Yuan Fengyi

North Sea Mu Family: Mu Yunping

South Sea Man Family: Man Ya

South Sea Tan Family: Tan Zongshi

Three Ring Island: Six Hooks Bai Zi

Sun Sect: Gao Pingyou

Taiyin Sect: Li Shixi

Yang Ning naturally wouldn't miss such a prosperous time, so he joined the group, using the account of Xia Hua Yang Guo.

The Great Ming Kingdom also received an invitation, but only he and Zhang Jiao agreed.

He had just joined the group when he saw people arguing.

Tan Zongshi: Man Ya, stop beating around the bush. Aren't you going to explain what's really going on?

Man Ya: What's there to explain? We're all adults. Do you think this is child's play?

Tan Zongshi: Does being an adult mean you can break your promise? Haven't you heard the saying, "A gentleman's word is as good as his bond"?

Man Ya: I am a woman, not a gentleman!

Yang Ning glanced at the chat history, then asked Deep Blue, and finally understood what had happened.

The Great Ming Kingdom borders the Man and Tan South Sea Man Family. Hengming prohibits Qi Refining Stage cultivators from outside the Great Ming from entering, but it does not prohibit Qi Refining Stage cultivators from leaving the Great Ming.

As a result, some Qi Refining cultivators crossed the border from the Ming Dynasty to the border between the two countries.

These people didn't cause trouble, nor did they rob or fight. Instead, they spread ideas about equality for all and that no one is born a slave.

Spreading ideas is one thing, South Sea Man Family and South Sea Tan Family are both established Aristocratic Clan with a long history, and they are not afraid of your slaves having any ideas.

These people not only spread their ideas, but also opened private schools to teach people how to cultivate themselves!

The Man Family and Tan families went to negotiate, but to no avail. They decided to fight, but those below the Golden Core Stage couldn't win, and those above the Golden Core Stage had already fled before they even arrived.

Moreover, cultivators above the Golden Core Stage are all busy breaking through to the Spiritual Law Realm; they don't have time to waste here.

If the dispute ended there, that would be fine, but those who spread their ideas are often not alone; they have righteous forces and armies behind them.

Moreover, the territory within the Great Ming Kingdom was too chaotic, and many rebel armies could not rise to prominence, so they had the idea of moving south.

The South Sea Man Family and the South Sea Tan Family agreed to jointly build a defensive line to guard against the Great Ming Kingdom.

But after all that was agreed upon, Man Ya secretly met with the leader of the Great Ming Kingdom's rebel army, the Peacock King, and promised that as long as the Man Family wasn't attacked, the Man Family would provide money and manpower without hesitation.

There are only two neighbors to the south. If we don't attack the Man Family, then we can only attack the Tan family, right?

Man Ya's meeting with the Peacock King was supposed to be a very private matter, but she didn't expect that the Indians had no integrity whatsoever. They didn't care about the spirit of contracts and, in order to benefit from both sides, they directly exposed the matter to the South Sea Tan Family.

Xia Hua Yang Guo: Just a passerby. I just looked through the chat history and learned about the whole incident. I feel that you, Patriarch Tan, are definitely wrong about this!

"I was wrong?" Tan Zongshi was completely stunned. I was the one who was bullied, how could it be that I was wrong?

"This is Taiheng, not a place for etiquette and morality. You made a mistake by trusting Man Ya. Since you made an oath, why didn't you kowtow to Imperial Heaven, Queen Earth? You only know how to swear to the sky with such an unbinding oath. That's a mistake. And a third mistake is that your sects, which have two cultivators at the Spiritual Law Realm, can't even defeat a mere Peacock King?"

Despite the Peacock King's historical prowess, he was utterly insignificant in the context of the Great Ming Kingdom, a time of numerous rival powers.

Even the weakest Li Zicheng could easily defeat him.

So, this one person actually managed to terrify two powerful cultivation Aristocratic Clan like this?

"A vow made to Imperial Heaven, Queen Earth is binding?" Tan Zongshi, who didn't care about anything else, actually noticed this.

"Of course!" Yang Guo said, "Heaven and Earth are the universe of Imperial Heaven, Queen Earth. Taiheng has a spirit, and it will naturally bear witness to our oath!"

"Is that so?" Tan Zongshi really didn't know; he was busy cultivating and rarely watched videos.

"Ahem!" Seeing that the trivial chatter was going on and on, Qu Heng simply used his group admin privileges to mute everyone, and then said, "If you have any conflicts, please resolve them privately. This group is for discussing important matters, so don't waste everyone's time!"

"I've gathered everyone here today to discuss the [players]. How should we deal with this group of people who possess astonishing talent in cultivation, astonishing comprehension, astonishing creativity, and who act without any taboos?"

"What is a player?" Tan Zongshi asked again.

Qu Heng was speechless, so he simply typed out a long string of words describing the player group.

Cultivators have long lifespans, so they naturally see more people and things.

So you can say they are rigid, dogmatic, and lack creativity, but you can't say they lack vision.

The potential of the player base is undeniable; in just two years, they rose from obscurity to destroy the number one sect in Yingzhou and nearly conquer the entire continent.

If we give them twenty years, or two hundred years, what will the situation be like then?

His description not only shocked Tan Zongshi, but even Tang Ze, the sect leader of the Tianyi Sect who had been keeping a low profile, exclaimed in surprise, "Is that so?"

Tianyi Sect Tang Ze Sect: I'll go catch one and see!

Tang Ze of Tang Ze Tianyi Sect: My celestial phenomenon is actually real!

Qu Heng was speechless. He was, after all, the head of a sect. Did he have to be so easily startled?

"Very good, it seems you understand the seriousness of the matter!" Qu Heng said.

He believed that if one were to search the souls of these players, they would know that Earth, and Taiheng, was nothing more than a virtual world.

However, things that shake one's worldview and make one appear weak are not suitable to be discussed in a group chat; it's better to process them on your own.

Tang Ze nodded; he did know, but he knew more than Qu Heng.

Qu Heng only arrested one player to Soul Searching, and considered that as a way of understanding the player community.

However, Tang Ze came from an academic background and had some scientific thinking. Although he had captured more than 40,000 players at the same time, he knew much more about them than Qu Heng.

Qu Heng said that all the players had a rebellious streak and were completely disloyal to their sects.

However, he discovered that there were indeed disciples who were disloyal to their sect, but these players believed in the principle of "you treat me the way you treat me!"

Those who receive much care and attention within their sect have a strong sense of belonging to their sect and will even help defend against attacks from other players' sects, fighting to the death.

But if someone is being bullied within the sect and their master doesn't care, then there's nothing to say.

When attacked, the gentleman will definitely be on the side of attack.

Of course, there are also examples of people who were kind to their mentors or elders but were betrayed.

But such ingrates exist everywhere, and we can't attribute this personality trait to all players.

On the contrary, in his view, these players far surpassed the locals of Taiheng in terms of knowledge, personality, character, and experience.

Even in terms of loyalty, they are higher than many locals in Tai Hang.

The reason for this might be that the compulsory education in Dragon Country instilled in these players a simple, honest, kind-hearted personality trait, and a belief that the world is a beautiful place.

Well, it can be simply described as: pure and kind!

These people love animals and the environment, and they will proactively clean up the trash they create.

They won't use villagers to practice their skills, even if they've already embarked on the path of cultivation. They'll pay for meals and won't rob people without reason.

They treated all the people of Yingzhou equally, regardless of age or gender, and even took the initiative to open schools to teach them to read and speak. Although they taught the language of the Dragon Country, it was clear that they had no intention of invading any ideology; they simply felt that the people needed knowledge.

They can build weapons like Nuclear Bomb, but weapons are actually the fewest things they produce. They manufacture far more machinery, which is used to build bridges and roads, and to make clothes and food.

These machines then form factories, providing jobs for the local people, with wages...

What kind of place was Yingzhou before the players arrived?

Masters and disciples betrayed each other, sects attacked each other, war raged for years, and the population plummeted.

Ordinary people are treated worse than dogs; the elderly will walk into the mountains to die; women are treated like slaves; and children are drowned at birth.

What kind of place is Yingzhou after the players arrive?

Sects were destroyed, arrogant cultivators were killed, bandits and robbers were wiped out, villages, towns and cities were built, factories were established, and farmland was reclaimed.

In Yingzhou today, while not everyone has land to cultivate, clothes to wear, or food to eat, they are not far off!

As for the Yingzhou faction that was bombed by Nuclear Bomb.

Just think about it, what kind of sect would drive such innocent players to the point of resorting to Nuclear Bomb?

Do you really think launching Nuclear Bomb is just for fun?

Of course, the players aren't without their flaws.

Their biggest flaw is that they hold grudges!

Moreover, it's a collective form of grudge-holding.

Even if this person only bullies this player, that player will later post about the NPC on the forum, and then the entire player community will know.

As the leader of a sect, Tang Ze naturally didn't need to hold meetings with others to formulate strategies for dealing with players; he had already made his decision.

Players don't need to be flattered, nor should they be hated; just treat them with an equal attitude.

As for the question of whether players' cultivation speed is fast enough to surpass that of the Tianyi Sect...

Why don't you just recruit players into the Taiyi Sect? Believe me, if a player becomes the sect leader of the Tianyi Sect, he'll care more about the Tianyi Sect's development than you do.

After all, players' fervor for honorary titles is unparalleled!

Of course, he wouldn't say these things in the group chat, but instead remained silent, while ordering, "Call Tai Su Yi here!"

Players are completely powerless against handsome men and beautiful women NPCs, and it just so happens that Tai Su Yi them, with a handsome appearance and impeccable temperament.

Send him to Yingzhou to select a group of players, and the future of the Tianyi Sect will be secured.

In the group chat, Qu Heng continued speaking, "I believe these players are a cancer on Taiheng, a swarm of army ants expanding wildly, and they must be eradicated!"

"Otherwise, think about it. If these players cultivate to the sixth or seventh level of Qi Refining, would your sects, which don't have Spiritual Law Realm patriarchs to oversee them, still be alive?"

"If these players were to cultivate to the Spiritual Law Realm, given their modus operandi, even sects with the Spiritual Law Realm cultivators in charge would be in danger!"

No one spoke for the time being; the sect leaders were also studying the player group.

However, they are not as strong as Tang Ze, so they will need some time.

However, it didn't take long, only a moment, before someone spoke up.

True One Demon Lord: Reconsideration

The True One Demon Lord was the furthest from Yingzhou, yet he returned the fastest, which is enough to prove his strength.

Like Tang Ze, he wouldn't listen to Qu Heng's one-sided account, and his methods were even more ruthless. He not only searched the souls of 100,000 players, but also killed them and put their corpses into the blood pool.

His views on players were similar to Tang Ze's, but his strategies for dealing with players were completely opposite to Tang Ze's.

The reason for this is that Tianyi Sect is a sect composed of academies. In order to sustainably cultivate the [Great Celestial Phenomenon Art], Tianyi Sect has formulated strict rules in terms of ecology and environmental protection, and also imposes considerable constraints on its disciples.

They might be ruthless when they encounter Qi Refining Stage cultivators, but they are still very kind to ordinary people.

In short, the values of the Tianyi Sect are quite similar to those of the players, which is the basis for their friendship.

But the Far North Myriad Saints Alliance?

Just look at the fate of the Yingzhou Sect to know.

Compared to the Myriad Saints Alliance, Yingzhou's style is simply inferior.

While some players may be drawn to the Far North Myriad Saints Alliance, their proportion is extremely small compared to the overall player base.

Why bother with all that effort? Just get rid of it.

"These players can resurrect, but they rely on the items at this resurrection point. Since we can't kill them completely, let's just send people to guard the resurrection point!" True One Demon Lord said, "The cultivation level of these players will decrease by one point after each death. Let's kill them back to mortals, and then send Qi Refining Stage disciples to guard the resurrection point. Kill them one by one as they come out!"

"What use is it if they remain Mortal Realm? No matter how talented they are in cultivation!"

"This is against the natural order!" Qu Heng roared inwardly, determined to do it!

But as the head of the Taiheng Sect, he certainly couldn't say that; he could only express his own opinion!

"Hmph, what's the point of harming the natural order? They're not even from Taiheng!" True One Demon Lord said impatiently, "If you're unwilling to do it, then we'll do it ourselves. The disciples of the Myriad Saints Alliance, if nothing else, are skilled at killing!"

Qu Heng remained silent; he couldn't agree to this by typing it out, for fear that someone might take a screenshot.

But remaining silent is tantamount to acquiescence.

The True One Demon Lord, haha, a bunch of hypocrites. They clearly want to kill people to death, but not one of them dares to say a word.

If you dare not kill, then I will!

Seven hundred million players! When has the Myriad Saints Alliance ever fought such a wealthy battle?

The Myriad Saints Alliance located in a harsh, cold land, and there are also a bunch of demonic cult disciples causing trouble. The total population may not even be seven hundred million!

The True One Demon Lord turned around and gave orders, and the entire group immediately fell silent.

Most people haven't even said a word since joining the group, but that doesn't mean they haven't done anything.

In addition to the main group, forty or fifty smaller groups have already been formed.

In a small group chat named Yin Yang (the order of these two characters is not significant), Gao Pingyou of the Sun Sect asked, "What do you plan to do?"

Taiyin Sect's Li Shixi: "Of course, we're following the orders of True One Demon Lord to exterminate all the players!"

Gao Pingyou: "Hehe, that's what I think too!"

Twenty minutes later, the two people who were frantically stuffing players into the interior scene bumped into each other.

The two exchanged a glance, pretending not to see each other, then chose two other directions and sped off.

Before long, the leaders and patriarchs of other sects also appeared.

Some sect elders and powerful Rogue Cultivator have even emerged!

Their actions were very consistent; they were recruiting!

With extraordinary talent and comprehension, he can master any Divine Abilities and Sorcery with just one glance!

Who is this person? This is a sect successor who would be hard to find even with a lantern!

It should be understood that the practice of aristocratic Aristocratic Clan and the exclusion of geniuses is something that only large sects like the Taiheng Sect, Tianyi Sect, and Myriad Saints Alliance would do.

Because they have a large and wealthy family, and no shortage of talented people, what they need is stability!

However, the surrounding environment of small sects is far from stable, with frequent battles and an extremely high mortality rate among cultivators.

It's not uncommon for an entire sect to be wiped out or for its heritage to be taken by enemies if one isn't careful.

Yes, players aren't always the same!

But at least if they're taken in by the sect, they're still one of their own disciples.

It's better to give it to one's own disciples than to let one's enemy benefit from it!

Moreover

These sects may well harbor a greater ambition.

Why is it that there are only two super sects in this world Taiheng Heaven?

Is it possible for us to also become a super sect?

If we have enough geniuses, even without Supreme Dao Arts, I might be able to win by using quantity to overcome quality!

And!

And!

Players won't die, and they're not afraid to die!

If I had billions of fearless Spiritual Law Realm cultivators!

Don't tell me I don't possess Supreme Dao Arts. Even if they only know one Peerless Dao Arts, if I say I'm from a super sect, dare you object?