Have You Heard of the Undead Legion?

Farron Keep, the Abyss Watchers —the stronghold of the Farron Undead Legion.

The Undead Legion, Ghrū, the Crystallized Old Man, and other characters work together here to clear the Abyss and guard the underground Catacombs of Carthus.

Gong Qiying chose to start here not only because the various designs of the Swamp Area were based on the design of Farron Keep from the beginning and did not require much change, but also because the plot in this area could be linked to what the Zane Dungeon is showing now.

In the world of Dark Souls, the Farron Undead Legion are the inheritors of the will of Artorias the Abyss Walker Artorias. They have made a pact with the Old Wolf of Farron, sharing his Wolf's Blood, and are tasked with monitoring and annihilating any person or city corrupted by the Abyss, even at the cost of destroying a nation.

Starting from their story, many aspects can be explored, such as what the Abyss is, the process of linking the fire, and the story of Artorias. Artorias can lead to the Four Knights of Gwyn of the Four Knights of Gwyn, one of whom is called "Dragonslayer" Ornstein, who has a close relationship with the Sun's Eldest Son.

Hey, now it's all connected!

As for how to present the plot, he couldn't possibly tell the whole story over a campfire. Instead, he should leave information on various weapons, equipment, and props, letting the collectors guess for themselves.

It's not that Gong Qiying lazy, but rather that this approach can "blur" the information.

The more you talk, the more mistakes you make; the more detailed your preparation, the more likely you are to make mistakes in the smallest details, let alone when you are creating a false world.

The plot is made vague, allowing adventurers to have a general understanding of the main storyline while leaving the details to their imagination. Whether they think these stories are ancient history or something else, it doesn't matter if there are some minor bugs—for example, is Ornstein from Dark Souls 1 real or fake? If he is real, how do you explain the armor on the Archdragon Peak?

When the time comes, scholars of the soul will surely debate the scriptures for me!

"Other worldviews can also be incorporated in this way."

His mind began to wander, imagining what it would be like if the underground city were built to perfection in the future.

But for now, let's be realistic.

Gong Qiying moved the 3D map of [Farron Keep] out and overlaid it on the Swamp Area. He carefully compared the subtle differences between the two, kneading and shaping certain parts as if he were playing with mud, altering the map.

Most of the scenes in Farron Keep are outdoors, so it's impossible to fill it with traps like the Sain Ancient City. The design here mainly focuses on monsters combined with the terrain.

"The previous Swamp only caused poisoning, now we need to add a slowing effect, hmm, increase the ground area a bit more."

"Use the smoke signals to indicate the location of the beacon towers. Oh, it turns out that there are different sculptures on each beacon tower, which can also be used to supplement the world view."

"Place the Black Knight here on the shortcut; defeating him is the only way to unlock the shortcut."

"We also need to arrange for Ghrū, the indispensable shampoo guy, and Ghru Elder too. They look like big trees, perfect for a surprise attack from the forest,"

"It seems like we can also arrange for Soul Devourers, Crystal Lizard, and Mushroom Man."

"By the way, hide the Soul-Sucking Ghost Oath here. Now the Sun Warrior will have a worthy opponent."

"And the invincible Exile Greatsword."

Gong Qiying stretched out his withered fingers and wrote the words "difficulty," "map," and "plot" on the dusty ground.

This is what he is currently aiming to change.

These are all huge projects; it's absolutely impossible for one person to create a miracle in one night.

Let's tentatively schedule the update for a week later, and resolve the new map issue within seven days!

Gong Qiying found the feeling of working overtime in his past life again, but unlike being forced to work overtime, he was happy now.

My Spirit Power is currently sufficient, and the overall consumption of various modifications is not much. After the modifications, I will be able to usher in a new wave of Spirit Power growth.

Gong Qiying was already quite confident about facing the Calamity Nest Dungeon in the future.

The only question he still doesn't understand is—

What role will those beings who have formed a bond with the dungeon, as mentioned by the previous leader, play in the Dungeon War?

Bede City, Adventurers' Guild.

"That's all I see,"

Inside the reception room, Delu placed several sketches in front of Sid.

These sketches are incredibly lifelike. The first one depicts the Sun's Eldest Son with flowing hair, a mysterious Dragon Hunting Swordsman, and a knight in golden lion armor. The three of them raise their weapons and together create the scene of Oath of Sunlight and Flame Grant Me Strength.

Turning to the next chapter, the main characters have changed. The Golden Knight is still there, but he is now accompanied by three more people.

A giant holding a large bow, with a sharp and eagle-like aura.

A slender woman, reminiscent of a bee—agile and deadly.

The last one wielded Greatsword and Greatshield, exuding a wolf-like aura.

Delu's drawing skills are truly superb; he brings each character to life, and just looking at these paintings makes one imagine the past of these characters.

"The painting skills are quite good," Sid praised.

"My dream was to become a painter, but unfortunately I didn't get into art school,"

Delu shook his head and said, "Guild Master, do we really need to release all the intelligence we've gathered to the public?"

Sid looked at him and said, "It was decided a long time ago. There's no point in dragging it out any longer. Besides, the Shadow Brotherhood has already released some of the information."

"But just now, what's been unearthed from Sien far surpasses that of other dungeons," Delu paused, his beard trembling slightly. "Won't this cause chaos?"

Sid laughed and casually placed the sketch on the table.

"Doesn't the discovery of every truth cause great chaos? Besides, the chaos that Saine is causing now is not that great?"

"The greater the chaos, the more people will notice it, and the more authentic the information will be."

Delu frowned. "Do you believe Thane's story or not?"

"Whether I believe it or not is not important; what matters is whether people are willing to believe it. If you insist that I take a stance,"

Sid thought for a moment and said:

"I want people to believe it."

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Delu pursed his lips, thinking to himself that the old man was speaking in riddles.

Sid chuckled, bent down and patted Delu on the shoulder, saying, "We'll be relying on you for more exploration and excavation work in the future. It's been a pleasure working together."

Delu stood on tiptoe and shook hands with the other person.

"By the way, where's your captain? I haven't seen Leon in ages,"

"Him."

Delu gave a strange look and said:

"He's preparing something and doesn't want us to follow him."

The middle level of the Zane Dungeon Sealed Prison.

"I received training from the Sword Saint, and my strength is no longer what it used to be,"

Leon stroked the sword as if it were a part of his own body.

"Before I settle all grudges with the past, I have a few things to do. First, I must wash away the shame you left me with!"

He held his straight sword level, pointing it at the figure that was slowly taking shape.

"Whee,"

The Avatar of Soul Five brandished the Ringed Knight Straight Sword in its hand and let out a chilling laugh.

Leon actually plans to challenge the Avatar of Soul Five alone?!