Chapter 273
Numerous water droplets rose from the lake surface, coalescing into an even larger army of Water Elemental.
[Water Elemental]
[Level: 26]
[Potential: Elite ★★★]
[Water Spirit - Demonized Water Elemental]
[Level: 29]
[Potential: Boss ★]
"The monsters on the second floor are indeed much more difficult."
"Those Common Water Elemental have increased their potential by one star, and their level has also increased by two levels."
"As the BOSS's Water Spirit, it has jumped from the Boss Rank to the Leader Rank."
Shen Xing quickly analyzed the monster's strength.
At this level, you really can't win without having one or two Expert Rank units.
Of course, exceptions like Hellscream and Leina are exceptions, since they were already easily defeating Tier Three enemies when they were at Tier Two.
"Boom!!!"
A huge fireball rose into the air, and a terrifying explosion engulfed the entire lotus leaf.
As the flames died down, puddles of water appeared on the lotus leaves, from which rising steam began to rise.
Forty Elite Water Elemental were instantly vaporized.
However, the Demonized Water Elemental in the middle remained firmly in place.
Aside from shrinking in size, he doesn't seem to have suffered much damage.
This is quite normal.
The difference between Boss and Boss One Star is huge. Leina can kill a Tier Three Boss One Star in an instant, but her damage output is still a bit lacking if she wants to kill a Tier Three Boss.
But that's all.
"Call..."
The red-haired mage took a deep breath, raised his staff high, and a dazzling Greater Fireball air!
Bigger and hotter than before!
The Demonized Water Elemental tried to unleash Water Tornado to sweep them away, but was stunned by Fordring's [Hammer of Justice].
At that moment, the mage's attack had already landed.
With a loud "boom," a mushroom cloud over 100 meters in diameter rose into the air.
There is nothing in this world that a Fireball Spell cannot solve.
If so, then let's have two.
When the flames subsided, the Demonized Water Elemental could no longer hold on, its body turning into liquid and dissipating, leaving behind a few glittering items.
Shen Xing was very satisfied with Leina's performance.
With a Spirit stat of 5100, plus the bonuses from the [Flame Feather Robe] and [Flame Heart Ring], her destructive power is increased to a terrifying level.
It's a shame her weapon isn't very good; she's currently using a level 5 blue staff.
If we could get her a golden staff, it would elevate her status even further.
"We'll figure out a way to get Leina a new weapon later."
"And then there's Hellscream. After his Blackwater Greataxe shattered, he could only use the blue-quality [Steel-Slaying Double-Bladed Axe], which significantly reduced his damage output."
"That won't do. How can the two strongest generals in my territory not have a good weapon?"
Lord Shen pondered to himself, then gathered up the spoils from the lotus leaf.
[Obtained: Growth Water Droplet (100 years)]
[Received: Rain and Dew Pearl *1]
[Received: War Ancient Tree Seed (Gold) *1]
"!!!"
"A water droplet that's 100 years old?! That's incredible!"
Shen Xing exclaimed in surprise.
After all, he won first place in the Rain God Illusory Realm last time, and the [Rain God's Tear] he received could only accelerate his growth by 100 years.
These [Growth Water Droplet] have almost the same effect, except they don't increase attributes!
According to the system description, a maximum of three of these water droplets can be used on the same plant.
"In other words, if a few more explode, it will add 300 years to the Golden Ancient Tree's lifespan, raising the [Golden Child] talent by 3 levels."
"Based on the calculation that each level increases all attributes by 5% and aptitude by 2 points, that's equivalent to a full 15% attribute increase and 6 aptitude points! Awesome!"
Shen Xing thought with satisfaction, then turned his gaze to the lotus leaves in the distance.
At this moment, Qin Lang, along with the remaining three soldiers, huddled in the center of a lotus leaf, trembling with fear.
Fortunately, this is only the beginning, and the lords are all busy searching for new 'Water Spirit' and have no time to pay attention to him.
Otherwise, a lamb like him would have been eliminated long ago.
Shen Xing didn't delay and continued leading the team, quickly heading in that direction.
After a series of close calls, they arrived safely at the lotus leaf where Qin Lang was.
At this moment, four figures were standing on the lotus leaf.
Two half-human assassins, each 1.45 meters tall, a hippopotamus with an unusually swollen belly, and a tall man who was 1.89 meters tall.
It was Qin Lang and his mount, along with the last two types of soldiers.
Compared to his real-life attire of short sleeves and shorts, this guy wears a heavy plate armor set in the game.
The Black Iron helmet was paired with heavy armor, and the lower body consisted of a full set of metal leg guards and metal trousers.
His entire body was encased in sheet metal, with only a pair of dark eyes hidden inside, and he held a metal shield marked with a sun symbol in his hand.
Shen Xing's lips twitched, thinking to himself, "How afraid of death are you? You're dressed more like a soldier than a soldier."
"Shen Xing, you've finally arrived!"
Qin Lang exclaimed in surprise and quickly stepped forward with heavy steps.
At this moment, he also noticed Shen Xing's attire.
"Holy crap, why are you wearing a priest's robe? That's so flashy!"
"And your wheelchair looks so cool, it can even breathe fire?"
The guy, like a tin can, kept circling the wheelchair, examining it closely, and occasionally letting out a gasp of surprise.
Shen Xing glanced at him and said speechlessly, "Alright, we'll talk later. Let's focus on climbing the rankings now."
Qin Lang also stopped joking and stood still like an iron tower, listening attentively.
"Let me briefly explain the allocation plan."
Shen Xing said in a deep voice, "I'll give you Hellscream and Black Moon Knight in a bit. They're very strong and can easily take down a Tier Three Boss."
"You lead them to find more 'Water Spirit,' and together we'll strive to break into the top ten."
Upon hearing this, Qin Lang frowned slightly. "What will you do with these two generals if you give them to me?"
"Let me make this clear first, I'm not here to hold you back."
"Don't worry," Shen Xing laughed, "My damage output is sufficient; dealing with this one-star Boss will be a piece of cake."
What he said was true; their output was more than sufficient.
After all, in the previous battles, it was Leina and Onyxia who took the damage, while Fordring was the one absorbing it.
Hellscream and Xiao Hei watched the show from the sidelines, without ever having a chance to make a move.
Therefore, it's a good opportunity to allocate the excess combat power.
"Really?" Qin Lang was still somewhat skeptical. "You only have three types of soldiers left, are you sure you can compete with those monsters?"
"If helping me causes you to miss the top ten, I'd rather be eliminated right now."
Shen Xing was speechless and too lazy to explain further, "Stop talking nonsense, just do as I say. When did you become so long-winded?"
"Alright." Qin Lang didn't refuse any further, but changed the subject, saying, "Then how about this, I'll give you the lion's share of the spoils from these Water Spirit."
"Don't refuse. Even close brothers should keep clear accounts. After all, you've put in the effort to help me get points, so I can't possibly keep everything for myself."
Shen Xing pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Alright, let's decide on that then."
The two sides quickly reached an agreement.
Hellscream and Xiao Hei, following their lord's orders, came to Qin Lang's side.
Shen Xing led the remaining three generals, moving swiftly across the lotus leaves.
They searched for more than a dozen lotus leaves, and soon found a new target.
"Splash..."
Numerous columns of water rose from the lake, coalescing on the lotus leaves into dozens of Water Elemental squads, as well as a demonized Water Elemental Boss.
As soon as they appeared, vortexes formed on their faces, preparing to launch a concentrated attack with Water Stream Bullet.
As usual, Fordring creates Light Shield to block damage, Leina Fireball Spell to clear the field, and Onyxia finishes off the remaining enemies.
The movements were swift and decisive, with the entire combat lasting no more than 5 seconds.
Splash...
The demonized Water Elemental Boss vanished into a pool of liquid, leaving behind several glowing treasures.
Shen Xing's points also jumped to 2, squeezing into the top 50 on the leaderboard.
After dealing with the 'Water Spirit', he neatly put away his spoils.
Without the slightest delay, they went straight to the next lotus leaf.
On the other side, Qin Lang was also riding the Foul Gas Hippopotamus, with Hellscream, Xiao Hei, and two halflings moving quickly.
The hippopotamus flapped its tiny fleshy wings vigorously, leaving a trail of putrid stench in its wake.
Although it was somewhat comical, the speed was by no means slow.
Just as they jumped onto the seventh lotus leaf, the water droplet began to spin rapidly.