Void Star Chaser represents the direct evolutionary path, retaining some of the old talents while also receiving enhancements.
Among them, [Advanced Void Travel] has been changed to [Void Dimension Jump], and is no longer a short-range teleport skill.
Void Star Chaser is a cosmic life form capable of space travel without a vehicle. In the Void Dimension, it alters the curvature of Twist Void the void, using warp mode to travel long distances. Therefore, Star Chaser can stay in the Void Dimension for a very long time, making this a god-tier escape skill.
[Twist Void] has been changed to [Enhanced Twist Void], which is more powerful, easier to use, and has a shorter cooldown.
The name [Void Degeneration] remains unchanged, and it is still a state that provides a buff to all attributes. The actual effect has been enhanced, while the [Void Ripple] talent has disappeared.
Of the four original talents, three have been retained.
There are two new talents, both of which are core abilities of the Star Chaser.
[Radiant Energy Absorption]: Void Star Chaser can absorb stellar energy and cosmic radiation to sustain life and strengthen themselves; this is a fundamental characteristic of cosmic life.
The first function of this talent is to transform Han Xiao into a cosmic life form, enabling him to survive in the universe without the aid of any instruments, just as freely as a fish in water.
The second effect is that the cells can continuously and permanently improve their attributes by absorbing cosmic radiation over a long period of time. The specific effects have not yet been tested, and Han Xiao is not sure about the efficiency or whether there is a cap.
However, this is a new and stable path to growth, and it is also the most promising species talent of the Star Chaser. The universe is filled with endless radiation, which is equivalent to the universe becoming a buffet table, where these wandering radiations are free pastries that can be eaten at will.
Another new talent is called [Cosmic Environment Adaptation Physique]. The universe contains countless high-energy radiation and particle streams, and cosmic life lives in this extremely harsh environment. Their bodies have strong adaptability and defense. For example, the Star Roaming Beast that Han Xiao once hunted had a skin thickness that was almost hopeless.
This talent transformed Han Xiao's body into a cosmic life form, providing considerable defense, physical resistance, resistance to harsh environments, and greatly enhancing resistance to various forms of heat, cold, and electric shock.
Han Xiao tested it out, and his ability to withstand blows increased by almost two levels, gradually developing into someone with thicker skin and tougher flesh.
This talent is arguably the most suitable for his tanking abilities.
"The Star Chaser's talents lean towards support and defense, making him very well-rounded and a good fit for my combat style."
Han Xiao was very satisfied with the Star Chaser's talent.
Having figured out the changes after advancing to the next level, Han Xiao finally had time to think about the next issues.
The advancement to level 220 took more than seven years to complete, and now it's finally finished. My strength has finally surged again after a long time, which can be described as a natural outcome.
Han Xiao estimated that his Beyond Grade A limit was around level 240. Although he was happy to advance to the next level, he knew that this was only the first obstacle he had overcome, and there was still a long way to go.
Once you pass level 220, the experience required to level up skyrockets again, reaching astronomical figures. The legion's more than one million players can no longer sustain this.
After all, professional knowledge and skills training are a one-time transaction. More than a million Legion players have already learned a lot of abilities, so their demand for consumption has decreased.
It's time to cultivate a new field of leeks (a metaphor for exploiting investors).
The surge of new players in version 3.0 are all fledglings, eager for skills and knowledge, creating a brand new market.
"Planet Aquamarine is the old starting point, which I've already taken over. The new starting point in version 3.0, the Shattered Star Ring, is still not under my control..."
Han Xiao opened the star map. The new player spawn location was called Planet Dield, located in the Goron Star Cluster. The players spawned there were newbies who joined in version 3.0 and some alt accounts. In Han Xiao's opinion, this was equivalent to opening a new server.
New players in version 3.0 will naturally not suffer as much as players on Planet Aquamarine in version 1.0. They will be directly connected to interstellar space. Planet Dield is a planet that is like an interstellar transit station. It is surrounded by a resource-rich star system. Many large interstellar conglomerates have branches here. Exploring the nearby star sectors will provide players with abundant mission resources.
These new players, born outside the battlefield, can travel thousands of miles to participate in the Secret War main storyline, or explore on their own, using the abundant experience gained in version 3.0 to catch up in level, or... participate in another main storyline.
Crimson Tide is the theme of version 3.0, and Secret War is one of the main storylines. Various major events are also taking place in other star clusters. In the Goron Star Cluster, where Planet Dield is located, the major storyline that new players can access is the storyline of the Pan-Shattered Star Ring Mercenary Allied Army.
This force was the alliance established seven years ago by large interstellar mercenary groups such as Sky Ring, with Han Xiao's leadership. Feeling the turmoil in the star field environment, they integrated the mercenaries of the Shattered Star Ring to form a super-large mercenary alliance group called the "Pan-Shattered Star Ring Allied Army," or simply the Mercenary Alliance.
The Mercenary Alliance has been established for several years now, and its effects are obvious. Through joint efforts, the Alliance's mercenary business has expanded to multiple star clusters, undertaking mercenary work for dozens or even hundreds of civilizations and participating in many major events.
Seven years ago, Han Xiao became involved in this main storyline. Although he did not pay much attention to the changes in the mercenary world, the Black Star Army is still one of the decision-makers in the Mercenary Alliance Council and belongs to the high-level of the alliance.
"There's no need to worry about Planet Aquamarine, and Planet Dield is easy to handle as well; we just need to expand the Black Star Army there."
Han Xiao pondered.
Planet Dield is located in the Goron Star Cluster, outside the Legion's operational area, but given the Black Star Army's status, opening a branch on Planet Dield is a trivial matter.
He used three versions to create the Black Star Army's brand, leaving a deep impression on players and giving him a significant advantage in recruiting new players.
With so many people discussing the Black Star Army on the forum, even new players will become curious about the Black Star Army's past and develop an interest in the faction itself.
Han Xiao's fundamental goal in developing the Black Star Army was to turn it into a highly efficient tool for exploiting others, so that he didn't even need to personally intervene on Planet Dield.
To reach Beyond Grade A rank as soon as possible, we must expand the scale of our leek cultivation.
Recruiting players from Planet Dield is a key task in his plan for the foreseeable future.
"The legion can help me recruit new players, and I also need to start preparing for the Beyond Grade A..."
The shadow of the Tyrant looms over him, Heber is the biggest obstacle. Once he becomes Beyond Grade A, he will have to face this formidable foe, and a battle between the two is inevitable.
This is not as simple as dealing with the Sorokin's clone or the Manison shadows; he will be facing a true Beyond Grade A powerhouse, and the pressure will be completely different!
"I need to train Hila while also doing some valuable missions," Han Xiao thought to himself.
Fortunately, thanks to the Soul Embryo, he had ample reason to temporarily withdraw from the Secret War and keep a low profile to handle his own affairs.
Not only do I need to level up, but I also need to find ways to improve my combat power as much as possible, make full preparations before reaching Beyond Grade A, and acquire more specializations in order to deal with the Tyrant.
Compared to others, this is his greatest advantage: he can proactively acquire expertise, continuously improve his combat capabilities, and never hit a bottleneck.
"If only I could obtain Universal Treasure..." Han Xiao sighed.
He envied Sisko's Evolution Cube, but unfortunately had no chance to borrow it. He also wanted to obtain a Universal Treasure that was uniquely his own.
In previous versions, players recorded many Universal Treasure, and in later versions, some players even mastered Universal Treasure. However, at the present stage, the whereabouts of most Universal Treasure are unknown, and even Universal Treasure with fixed locations are heavily protected.
If obtaining Universal Treasure were so easy, Han Xiao would have taken them long ago.
In his memory, there were three well-known Universal Treasure in the Shattered Star Ring, each possessed by a different star cluster-level civilization. The Sisko Evolution Cube was a treasure whose name he had heard of, but for which he had very few clues.
Currently, Han Xiao only knows that there is a Universal Treasure that he might obtain.
At this point in time, this Universal Treasure is most likely still quietly residing within the ruins of a civilization.
And the coordinates represent Shattered World yet to be explored!
"Unfortunately... distant water can't quench immediate thirst." Han Xiao said with some regret.
He would only have a chance to obtain this Universal Treasure once the Crimson Dynasty acquired ownership of the Shattered World and built the inter-star gate. Right now, he couldn't even go to the Shattered World.
Therefore, if you want to improve your combat effectiveness, you still need to start with your specialty.
The specific plan still needs to be discussed in detail. Han Xiao just wanted to relax for the moment, so he opened the door of the cultivation room and returned to his cabin.
Hila was training hard in the combat training room, while only Fording and Aurora in the cabin, chatting happily like two close girlfriends. Hearing footsteps, the two turned around and looked over.
"Morning Star, Fording released you again?" Han Xiao glanced at Fording, who was behaving like Fording Fording, clearly indicating that Morning Star was controlling his body.
Morning Star snorted, not wanting to speak to Han Xiao. She returned the body to Fording, her demeanor shifting. Fording regained control of the body and smiled gently, "She's still very afraid of you."
Han Xiao shook his head and asked curiously, "I've always wanted to ask, since you two share one body, are your physiological needs the same as hers?"
Fording coughed awkwardly.
"Since you two are so inseparable, is it impossible for you to mate?"
Han Xiao found it amusing. Was this some kind of forced Platonic relationship?
"Do we really have to talk about this? Can we talk about something else...?"
Fording's balls are sore.
Aurora blinked her big eyes and interjected, "Actually, I'm quite curious too."
Fording is popular and has become quite familiar with Aurora recently, mainly because the Morning Star within him adores her.
"Alright..." Fording helplessly, "I'm a telekinetic, and she's a telekinetic too. We can simulate physiological needs... cough, and organs, and then have intercourse using our spiritual bodies. You get the idea?"
Han Xiao:???
Holy crap, that's brain-dead!
Is this based on the same principle as having a wet dream?
I'm training a sex slave in my brain?!
Is this the ultimate level of fantasy?!
Han Xiao's expression was strange as he pointed at Fording.
"I never expected someone with thick eyebrows and big eyes like you to be a pervert."
"Shut up!" Morning Star shouted forcefully, her face flushed, using Fording's body to yell at him before shrinking back down.
Fording snapped out of his daze, shrugging helplessly, "She's ignoring me, I'm doomed."
So what if she ignores you? She lives inside your body, where can she run off to? Anyway, she's already in your shape... Han Xiao was speechless.
Aurora laughed so hard she almost fell over, and it took her a while to stop. Wiping away her tears of laughter, she looked at Han Xiao and asked curiously, "By the way, I just noticed that your life force has grown much stronger."
"You've finally broken through the bottleneck?" Fording's eyes lit up, overjoyed.
Black Star's strength had stagnated for seven years, but now it had finally made progress again, which was undoubtedly great news at this critical juncture.
"I guess so." Han Xiao nodded.
"Great! This gives us hope!" Fording was overjoyed.
Ever since he heard Austin's words, he had been worried about Han Xiao, and now he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Han Xiao chatted with the two men for a while, which made him feel much more relaxed before returning to his room to take care of business.
He took out his communicator and sent the coordinates of Planet Dield to Sylvia, instructing her to send someone to establish a branch and report back to him regularly. He put her, as the chief affairs officer, in charge of the matter. Sylvia knew this represented the legion commander's high regard for the mission and solemnly accepted the order.
After thinking for a moment, Han Xiao sent another message to Bennett to check on the current situation on Planet Aquamarine.
It seems like ten years have passed since I last went back.