Mass Recruitment, the Bombing Squad Takes Shape!

Thinking back on what just happened, I still feel a bit shaken.

Being chased by hundreds of Naga, including a level 9 Boss One Star, is really thrilling.

"Phew... finally rid of them."

Xia Wanyin patted her rather large chest, and color gradually returned to her pale face.

She glanced at Shen Xing beside her, and seeing that he was silent, she assumed he was still shaken by what had just happened.

"Shen Xing, don't worry. Although these Dark Naga hold grudges, it won't be easy for them to find us."

Xia Wanyin gently comforted her, "At worst, we won't go there to grind monsters for the next few days; we'll just find another place."

However, Shen Xing shook his head and said, "I'm afraid that won't work. We have to go back."

"Huh?" Xia Wanyin asked in surprise, "Why?"

"Because our quest item is on that Naga priest just now."

Chapter 51: Mass Production of Troops, Bombardment Squad Formed!

During his escape, Shen Xing inadvertently caught a glimpse of the Naga priest's wrist.

A string of lustrous white pearls was hanging above.

Clearly, those were the belongings of the deceased wife that the wandering merchant wanted.

Xia Wanyin was a little stunned, then realized what she meant and asked, "Doesn't that mean we have to defeat that Naga priest to get the bracelet back?"

"That's probably it." Shen Xing nodded.

Xia Wanyin also fell silent, biting her lip lightly, as if deep in thought.

"Wan, Wanyin..." Shen Xing called out somewhat reservedly, then asked, "Approximately how many troops does your territory have in total?"

"Of course, you don't have to say if it's inconvenient."

After all, military strength represents the power of a territory, and no one wants to reveal their true strength to others.

Xia Wanyin thought for a moment and replied, "There are probably... sixty or seventy Light Spirit, with levels between 5 and 8, and their potential is around Common Two Stars to three-star."

"That's right, there are fifteen of them at the Elite Rank or above."

Shen Xing was secretly astonished, thinking to himself that this woman's territory was indeed terrifyingly powerful.

However, this made his plan even more certain.

"In that case, you bring some troops out tomorrow, and we'll join forces to take down that Naga priest," Shen Xing suggested.

"Take down... that Naga?" Xia Wanyin asked softly, "That's a level 9 Boss One Star, are you confident?"

"I'm about 90% sure."

In fact, Shen Xing underestimated the situation, because he was absolutely certain of the strength of his territory alone.

After all, he already had three Elite Three Stars experts under his command.

Moreover, they have all undergone several [Life-Sacrifice Evolution], making their combat power far exceed that of their peers.

While Boss Rank powerhouses are formidable, they are not invincible.

In addition, I've gained a lot of resources from grinding monsters these past few days. Once I've used them all, I can get another significant boost.

At that time, the odds of winning will be even higher.

Xia Wanyin only thought for a few seconds before nodding and saying, "Okay, then I'll go back and prepare first, and we'll meet at your territory tomorrow morning."

She clenched her fist and laughed, "Let's complete this mission together!"

Shen Xing was somewhat surprised; she hadn't expected her to agree so easily.

Was she extremely confident in her abilities, or was it for some other reason?

Without much thought, Shen Xing nodded and said, "Okay, then we'll start tomorrow."

After bidding each other farewell, the two led their respective legions back towards their territories.

Half an hour later.

The orc squad of a dozen or so men stepped into the firelight.

At this moment, dozens of figures are patrolling and training in the village.

Each figure possessed strength at least at level 4, exuding a powerful aura.

This is the foundation that Shen Xing has accumulated recently.

The troops he led out today amounted to less than half the overall strength of the territory.

If the entire army were mobilized, even against that Naga Legion, there's a high probability they could defeat it.

"Let's take stock of the resources we have first."

Shen Xing opened his backpack and glanced at his assets.

[Soul Stone] * 745

[Vinar Silver Coin] * 1384

[Fragmented Common Soul]*351

[Fragmented Elite Soul]*42

"More than seven hundred Soul Stone, and I suddenly have a lot more money on hand."

Shen Xing was satisfied, and then pondered how best to utilize these resources.

Clearly, using it to mass produce units is the fastest way to improve performance.

He was planning to do just that.

However, which specific unit it will be used to summon is still under consideration.

This batch of resources can summon dozens of orcs at once, enough to form a hundred-person bond.

It might even further enhance the combat power of Hellscream and Gorehowl.

Alternatively, it can be used to summon eight Dretch, forming a ten-person bond to create a bombing squad.

After a moment's hesitation, Shen Xing decided to choose the latter.

After all, these orcs are just Common One Star creatures. Before their potential and level are improved, they are purely cannon fodder and accessories, and they have a huge appetite.

If dozens of orcs were summoned at once, their meager food supply alone could bankrupt the territory.

The Dretch is different; it not only has the potential to be Elite One Star, but it also comes with two skills from birth.

Moreover, they don't eat much; a few soul fragments are enough to sustain them for several days.

Thinking of this, Shen Xing pushed his wheelchair to the lava pool on the south side of the territory.

[Consume: 450 Soul Stone, 450 Vinar Silver Coin, 9 Hellfire Seed, and 9 Dretch (Elite ★)?]

"Yes."

In an instant, the resources accumulated over the past few days shrank considerably, causing Shen Xing a pang of heartache.

The next second, the entire lava pool began to boil.

"Glug... Glug..."

Thick bubbles surged and billowed, a pungent sulfurous smell filled the air, and steam rose from the surface of the pool.

Immediately afterwards, one after another, bald heads emerged from the lava, their eerie green vertical pupils still filled with confusion.

[Ding! You have successfully recruited 10 Dretch, activating the synergy effect: Demon Tide (When the number of Dretch acting simultaneously is ≥10, the spell's damage range is increased by 30%)]

"This synergy effect is pretty good; it further enhances the destructive power of the Dretch on the battlefield."

Shen Xing was very satisfied. The Dretch's main skill, [Hellfire Fireball], already had a large killing range, and this synergy effect could be said to maximize their killing power.

Then, he shouted into the distance, "Hellscream!"

The orc who was sitting cross-legged on the boulder absorbing energy immediately stood up and respectfully approached. "My lord, please give your orders!"

Shen Xing glanced at him up and down and asked, "How long until you reach level 9?"

After carefully sensing the surroundings, Hellscream replied, "It will probably take about two more days."

A thoughtful look appeared in Shen Xing's eyes.

According to forum records, the speed at which a unit absorbs Soul Stone for improvement depends on the individual's aptitude and physique.

Some troop types are naturally gifted and can quickly absorb the power of Soul Stone, thus leveling up faster.

Some soldiers are of poor aptitude, and it takes them most of the day to absorb just one Soul Stone.

However, in addition to differences in qualifications, the speed of leveling up is also determined by the inherent physical differences between different troop types.

For example, the Dragon unit.

They can devour hundreds of Soul Stones in one gulp, and with their powerful bodies, they can digest them all in a short time, making their combat strength far superior to those of the same level.

However, the cost is that they require several times, or even dozens of times, more Soul Stone to upgrade than other creatures.

Compared to other units of the same tier, Hellscream's speed is already quite good.

"Keep it up."

Shen Xing offered a word of encouragement, then took out the soul fragments from his backpack and synthesized most of them.

Finally, a total of 30 Common Soul and 4 Elite Soul were synthesized.

His gaze swept over all the troops in the territory, and their specific attributes and levels appeared before his eyes.

Thanks to Lord Shen's tireless feeding over the past few days, the troops are now all between levels 4 and 8.

Even the two Dretch summoned at the end have reached level 5.

Common units level up quite quickly before reaching level 5.

After reaching level 5, the number of Soul Stone required for leveling up will gradually increase.

Upgrading from level 5 to level 6 requires 10 stones, upgrading from level 6 to level 7 requires 15 stones, and so on.

Similarly, the time required to absorb Soul Stone has also increased significantly.

Shen Xing pondered whether to give all four Elite Soul to the two Dretch.

After all, they are spell-based units, and their [Life-Sacrifice Evolution] currently provides a greater boost to agility-based units.

As for the Common Soul, they can all be given to the beastmen.

Thinking of this, he immediately distributed all the souls.

Day 13 of entering the Land of Mist.

Lord Shen's territory has undergone its largest upgrade to date.