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Chapter 555
chapter 398 part 2
"Abyss" Benjerry's two heads shook involuntarily as he was forced to pour cold water on their excitement.
The air fell quiet.
"I'm not skilled in summoning techniques," the "White Saintess" said after a moment of silence, her gaze shifting to the "Myriad Army Elder" on the other side.
Within the entire organization.
Only he was an expert in summoning magic and specialized methods.
Unfortunately.
The "White Saintess" was the only one who had mastered the means to use 8th Tier magic, and the "Magic Ascension Ritual" could only display its strongest effect in her hands.
The "Myriad Army Elder" was also a Zombie-type undead, looking like a skeleton covered only by a layer of withered skin.
"In faith-based magic, practitioners of cleric-type classes have means to easily dispel summoned creatures. Because of this, I have been strengthening my techniques in this area for the past 200 years."
The "Myriad Army Elder's" hoarse, grating voice sounded, his tone filled with an irrepressible fervor as he stared intently at the Elemental Skull. He continued:
"Conversely, if faith-based magic can dispel summoned creatures, then could it be possible, through stronger means, to directly seize control of an opponent's summoned creature!"
"Hehe, this has been the focus of my research for the last 100 years."
Pairs of crimson eyes flashed and flickered, turning to the "Myriad Army Elder." The atmosphere became subtle, yet fervent.
"As expected of you, compatriot," "Abyss" Benjerry said, full of praise.
"Since the 'Magic Ascension Ritual' is real! That mysterious undead who traded it to us must have also touched the domain of 8th Tier magic."
The "Yellow Specter's" ethereal voice sounded:
"In that case, they should also be able to use the power of the 'Realm of a God' with the ritual. Is there a possibility of winning them over?"
"To help us fight the guy hiding in the cave!"
—Blaze Moon.
July 2nd.
Imperia Kingdom.
Having returned from the Abelion Hills, Tang Zheng once again slipped into the World Item, the Mandala of Two Realms.
As the owner of this item.
Tang Zheng could freely enter and exit the two alternate dimensions, "Vajradhatu Mandala" and "Garbhadhatu Mandala." He wasn't sure if such a situation existed in the game YGGDRASIL.
If not, this could very well be a generalized ability that the Mandala of Two Realms had developed in the Otherworld.
Two vast alternate dimensions.
Tang Zheng was tempted to use them as his main headquarters. After all, being inside a World Item offered much higher security.
It could even completely block the scrying of other World Items!
Inside the "Vajradhatu Mandala."
[Experience Slot: 50,150,000 / 1,880,000]
Tang Zheng, panting, glanced at his stat panel. In the past eight days, the experience points he had previously consumed had been replenished.
*Drip.*
Sweat rolled down his cheek.
Tang Zheng raised his hand, took out a towel, wiped the sweat from his face, and waved his arm at the Growth Heavenly King before him.
With a *bang*,
The Growth Heavenly King, wielding a crimson greatsword, halted its charge, sheathed its weapon, and returned to the base of the wall carved with lotus patterns, turning back into a stone statue.
"Its skills might be rigid, but its techniques are far beyond my current level."
Tang Zheng let out a turbid breath, took out his water pouch, and gulped down several mouthfuls before sitting down to relax on the spacious, pure white stone floor.
Over this period.
After discovering he could freely enter and exit the Mandala of Two Realms, Tang Zheng had been using the Four Heavenly Kings inside to train his combat techniques.
Opponents of this caliber were hard to find, and there was no danger involved, especially in his battles with the Growth Heavenly King.
He could clearly feel his close-combat techniques improving!
"The Holy Kingdom is sensible enough."
A while ago, Tang Zheng had taught Evileye the "Magic Ascension" enhancement. This allowed Evileye, who had mastered "Teleportation" magic, to use the 7th Tier "High-Tier Teleportation."
She had returned to E-Rantel in the Re-Estize Kingdom.
Since their arrival in the Imperia Kingdom.
Ostensibly, they had been away from the Kingdom for over a month.
He used the pretext of teaching Evileye the "Magic Ascension Ritual" to return to the Re-Estize Kingdom, allowing the deeply emotional Evileye to reunite with the members of Blue Rose.
Tang Zheng had also made a trip back to the Abelion Hills.
The transaction of the "Blend Potion" between the Holy Kingdom and the Slane Theocracy was complete, and the Green Leaf Witch had handled it well.
Tang Zheng returned to the hills mainly to obtain some of the Slane Theocracy's research data on their experiments blending the "Frogman's Egg" with angels.
This had been agreed upon back when he was in the Slane Theocracy. After all, when it came to research, how could Tang Zheng's personal efforts compare to the capabilities of an entire country!
He just didn't expect it.
The Holy Kingdom had actually sent a huge gift!
They gifted one of the Four Great Holy Swords, the Pure Sword, to Enri. It was a holy sword that could resist mental magic or its effects.
"With this holy sword, Enri's strength has grown even greater."
Tang Zheng smiled faintly.
A magic item with an effect like this holy sword wasn't very useful to him, but as one of the "Four Great Holy Swords," whose reputation was even greater than that of a national treasure.
The Holy Kingdom's willingness to gift one left Tang Zheng quite satisfied with their attitude.
"The Frogman's Egg really does have some problems. Its effect is limited when used on high-level summoned monsters."
Tang Zheng picked up the water pouch at his side again, took a sip of fresh water, and his eyes scanned the research data sent by the Slane Theocracy.
A contemplative look appeared on his face.
"A blend of multiple Frogman's Eggs?" Tang Zheng frowned slightly.
The Slane Theocracy's research concluded that a single "Frogman's Egg" resulted in a limited duration for high-tier angels. Although the effect was less pronounced on Low Tier angels, it was still far inferior to the duration achieved by blending with an infant.
Therefore, the Slane Theocracy had developed a magical method to nurture multiple "Frogman's Eggs" with holy-type magic, disguising them as a single entity to be blended with an angel.
This method could increase the angel's duration!
"Heh."
Tang Zheng looked at the less-than-detailed information in his hand, which only offered a general overview, and scoffed. "The people of the Slane Theocracy really haven't given up on using infants for the blending."
"This technique of blending multiple Frogman's Eggs is probably only used on Low Tier angels."
*Rustle.*
Tang Zheng put down the acquired data, his eyes becoming somber.
There were many things to take care of next.
The most important thing was to instigate a conflict between the Body of the Abyss and that mysterious Dragon Lord as soon as possible.
Tang Zheng's attitude toward the Body of the Abyss was one of "utilization." This organization, comprised entirely of undead, was clearly a grand gift package for the Bone King in the future.
In contrast, the mysterious Dragon Lord was the one Tang Zheng needed to win over!
"In any case, before the real battle begins, I need to squeeze every last drop of value from this organization."
Tang Zheng silently contemplated his next plans. With about two years left, he needed to obtain a high-level Dragon Race class as quickly as possible.
(end of chapter)
"Abyss" Benjerry's two heads shook involuntarily as he was forced to pour cold water on their excitement.
The air fell quiet.
"I'm not skilled in summoning techniques," the "White Saintess" said after a moment of silence, her gaze shifting to the "Myriad Army Elder" on the other side.
Within the entire organization.
Only he was an expert in summoning magic and specialized methods.
Unfortunately.
The "White Saintess" was the only one who had mastered the means to use 8th Tier magic, and the "Magic Ascension Ritual" could only display its strongest effect in her hands.
The "Myriad Army Elder" was also a Zombie-type undead, looking like a skeleton covered only by a layer of withered skin.
"In faith-based magic, practitioners of cleric-type classes have means to easily dispel summoned creatures. Because of this, I have been strengthening my techniques in this area for the past 200 years."
The "Myriad Army Elder's" hoarse, grating voice sounded, his tone filled with an irrepressible fervor as he stared intently at the Elemental Skull. He continued:
"Conversely, if faith-based magic can dispel summoned creatures, then could it be possible, through stronger means, to directly seize control of an opponent's summoned creature!"
"Hehe, this has been the focus of my research for the last 100 years."
Pairs of crimson eyes flashed and flickered, turning to the "Myriad Army Elder." The atmosphere became subtle, yet fervent.
"As expected of you, compatriot," "Abyss" Benjerry said, full of praise.
"Since the 'Magic Ascension Ritual' is real! That mysterious undead who traded it to us must have also touched the domain of 8th Tier magic."
The "Yellow Specter's" ethereal voice sounded:
"In that case, they should also be able to use the power of the 'Realm of a God' with the ritual. Is there a possibility of winning them over?"
"To help us fight the guy hiding in the cave!"
—Blaze Moon.
July 2nd.
Imperia Kingdom.
Having returned from the Abelion Hills, Tang Zheng once again slipped into the World Item, the Mandala of Two Realms.
As the owner of this item.
Tang Zheng could freely enter and exit the two alternate dimensions, "Vajradhatu Mandala" and "Garbhadhatu Mandala." He wasn't sure if such a situation existed in the game YGGDRASIL.
If not, this could very well be a generalized ability that the Mandala of Two Realms had developed in the Otherworld.
Two vast alternate dimensions.
Tang Zheng was tempted to use them as his main headquarters. After all, being inside a World Item offered much higher security.
It could even completely block the scrying of other World Items!
Inside the "Vajradhatu Mandala."
[Experience Slot: 50,150,000 / 1,880,000]
Tang Zheng, panting, glanced at his stat panel. In the past eight days, the experience points he had previously consumed had been replenished.
*Drip.*
Sweat rolled down his cheek.
Tang Zheng raised his hand, took out a towel, wiped the sweat from his face, and waved his arm at the Growth Heavenly King before him.
With a *bang*,
The Growth Heavenly King, wielding a crimson greatsword, halted its charge, sheathed its weapon, and returned to the base of the wall carved with lotus patterns, turning back into a stone statue.
"Its skills might be rigid, but its techniques are far beyond my current level."
Tang Zheng let out a turbid breath, took out his water pouch, and gulped down several mouthfuls before sitting down to relax on the spacious, pure white stone floor.
Over this period.
After discovering he could freely enter and exit the Mandala of Two Realms, Tang Zheng had been using the Four Heavenly Kings inside to train his combat techniques.
Opponents of this caliber were hard to find, and there was no danger involved, especially in his battles with the Growth Heavenly King.
He could clearly feel his close-combat techniques improving!
"The Holy Kingdom is sensible enough."
A while ago, Tang Zheng had taught Evileye the "Magic Ascension" enhancement. This allowed Evileye, who had mastered "Teleportation" magic, to use the 7th Tier "High-Tier Teleportation."
She had returned to E-Rantel in the Re-Estize Kingdom.
Since their arrival in the Imperia Kingdom.
Ostensibly, they had been away from the Kingdom for over a month.
He used the pretext of teaching Evileye the "Magic Ascension Ritual" to return to the Re-Estize Kingdom, allowing the deeply emotional Evileye to reunite with the members of Blue Rose.
Tang Zheng had also made a trip back to the Abelion Hills.
The transaction of the "Blend Potion" between the Holy Kingdom and the Slane Theocracy was complete, and the Green Leaf Witch had handled it well.
Tang Zheng returned to the hills mainly to obtain some of the Slane Theocracy's research data on their experiments blending the "Frogman's Egg" with angels.
This had been agreed upon back when he was in the Slane Theocracy. After all, when it came to research, how could Tang Zheng's personal efforts compare to the capabilities of an entire country!
He just didn't expect it.
The Holy Kingdom had actually sent a huge gift!
They gifted one of the Four Great Holy Swords, the Pure Sword, to Enri. It was a holy sword that could resist mental magic or its effects.
"With this holy sword, Enri's strength has grown even greater."
Tang Zheng smiled faintly.
A magic item with an effect like this holy sword wasn't very useful to him, but as one of the "Four Great Holy Swords," whose reputation was even greater than that of a national treasure.
The Holy Kingdom's willingness to gift one left Tang Zheng quite satisfied with their attitude.
"The Frogman's Egg really does have some problems. Its effect is limited when used on high-level summoned monsters."
Tang Zheng picked up the water pouch at his side again, took a sip of fresh water, and his eyes scanned the research data sent by the Slane Theocracy.
A contemplative look appeared on his face.
"A blend of multiple Frogman's Eggs?" Tang Zheng frowned slightly.
The Slane Theocracy's research concluded that a single "Frogman's Egg" resulted in a limited duration for high-tier angels. Although the effect was less pronounced on Low Tier angels, it was still far inferior to the duration achieved by blending with an infant.
Therefore, the Slane Theocracy had developed a magical method to nurture multiple "Frogman's Eggs" with holy-type magic, disguising them as a single entity to be blended with an angel.
This method could increase the angel's duration!
"Heh."
Tang Zheng looked at the less-than-detailed information in his hand, which only offered a general overview, and scoffed. "The people of the Slane Theocracy really haven't given up on using infants for the blending."
"This technique of blending multiple Frogman's Eggs is probably only used on Low Tier angels."
*Rustle.*
Tang Zheng put down the acquired data, his eyes becoming somber.
There were many things to take care of next.
The most important thing was to instigate a conflict between the Body of the Abyss and that mysterious Dragon Lord as soon as possible.
Tang Zheng's attitude toward the Body of the Abyss was one of "utilization." This organization, comprised entirely of undead, was clearly a grand gift package for the Bone King in the future.
In contrast, the mysterious Dragon Lord was the one Tang Zheng needed to win over!
"In any case, before the real battle begins, I need to squeeze every last drop of value from this organization."
Tang Zheng silently contemplated his next plans. With about two years left, he needed to obtain a high-level Dragon Race class as quickly as possible.
(end of chapter)
