Pure Land.
Lin Yi, with Ailina, was about to push open the tavern door but hesitated for a moment and withdrew his hand.
"Why don't we wait for Xiang Yi to return?"
Recalling the mysterious prophecies mentioned by the Fallen Archangel.
Lin Yi felt that when using the Recommendation Order, having General Xiang, who possessed knowledge of Chinese history, by his side, might create a chemical reaction that would increase the likelihood of attracting a similar hero.
Remembering that the last Recommendation Order only guaranteed General Xiang as the lowest possible outcome, Lin Yi's face immediately fell, strengthening this conjecture.
If he could draw a desired hero as a guaranteed outcome, it would be fine, but he was afraid the guaranteed draw might go awry in the end.
If an Immortal-level Goblin appeared, would he recruit it or not?
Such metaphysics in drawing.
If luck was bad, he always had to find a crooked way to gain an advantage.
Lin Yi went to the Institute, spending 20 Prestige and 400 purple crystal coins to initiate research projects for Level 3 Gathering Efficiency and Level 3 Stamina Recovery.
The Blank Rune currently had no suitable alien targets.
The specific location of the Southern Nether Ghost Tribe had not yet been Investigation .
Upgrading the Institute also required 5 research progressions, so Lin Yi casually picked two to make up the number.
"Where should I put this thing?"
Lin Yi held the Territory Expansion Order, and as soon as he clicked to use it, his vision rapidly ascended the next moment, like an eagle's eye overlooking, covering the entire territory.
In his vision, many real-world details were simplified, with the territory boundaries and building borders clearly visible.
At the same time, a green rectangular area that could freely change shape moved with his gaze.
It really was like playing a simulation game, a strong sense of déjà vu.
"The green must be the newly added territory area."
After a moment of thought, Lin Yi placed the green marker in the eastern part of his territory, right next to the Training Grounds.
His overhead vision then returned to normal.
Coming outside the wall, Lin Yi couldn't see any difference from before on the surface.
However.
When the phantom of the territory building was placed on the ground, the forbidden construction sign did not appear.
This area had already become his legitimately claimed territory.
"Doesn't this mean I can farm now?"
Lin Yi's lips curved upwards; with just this one Expansion Order, he had inexplicably gained several hundred mu of land.
Once Xiang Yi dealt with the other three guys, this expedition would allow his territory area to increase by one square kilometer, a full 2/3!
Including the Training Grounds, it was almost double!
(There was a descriptive error in the previous territory area, which is corrected here for consistency.)
"Cavalry..."
"I hope a hero with a suitable affinity can appear."
Finally, Lin Yi took out another reward he had gained this time.
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Mythic War Beast Stable Blueprint
Type: Consumable
Footprint: 800 * 800
Material Requirements: High-grade Sandalwood x1500, purple crystal coins x800
Prerequisite Requirements: Territory reached Level 2 (Completed), Army size reached 200 (Completed)
Description: Can raise captured magical beasts. Note - Magical beasts of Mythic or higher quality cannot gain special effects.
Effects:
1. Increases magical beast estrus frequency, cub production +20%
2. More docile towards allied units, easier to establish emotional bonds with knights.
3. Enhanced cooperative combat ability for magical beasts in the same stable; this effect also applies to solitary beasts.
4. Upon reaching maximum intimacy with a magical beast, a mental communication link can be established with it.
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"Cracked Earth Rhinoceros are extraordinary magical beasts. Although their level cap isn't high, they're barely enough for the early stage."
Lin Yi opened the Monster Bestiary and muttered softly.
"My Lord..." Ailina, next to him, pursed her lips and gently reminded him, "According to Miss Qiu'er, the Cracked Earth Rhinoceros tribe are allies."
"Yes, I know."
Lin Yi nodded.
Precisely because they were allies, they were easier to trick.
If they were truly wild, where would he find so many suitable magical beasts to capture?
"The land issue is resolved. Next, I need to upgrade the territory level and military strength."
Lin Yi returned inside the wall, directly to the foot of Crystal Mountain.
He spent 15,000 purple crystal coins to recruit 15 Light Young Dragons.
With enough food, these little guys would soon possess considerable combat power.
Furthermore.
Flight, in the early stages, was a rare ability.
They also had the noble spellcaster profession, which aligned with Ailina's dominion affinity.
They could serve as a surprise force, turning the tide of battle at crucial moments.
Congratulations! You have achieved victory in war. As the victor, in addition to possessing all resources of the defeated party, you will also receive the following rewards!
Territory Expansion Order x1 (Area - 500*500), Territory Core x1.
Occupable Buildings (single choice): Ordinary Hero Tavern, Ordinary Barracks, Lumber Mill...
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Expedition Settlement in progress... Congratulations! You have gained 800 Prestige Points in this battle!
While waiting for Xiang Yi's return, Lin Yi heard three consecutive prompts from his will.
The fixed rewards were as Lin Yi understood.
A 500*500 Territory Expansion Order, and a Territory Core.
As for the single-choice items for occupying buildings, Lin Yi didn't even look at them.
They were too trashy, unbearable to look at.
Every inch of territory was precious; occupying these buildings was not as good as building two more toilets.
However, the final 800 Prestige points came as quite a surprise to Lin Yi.
"Plundering is indeed the fastest way!"
Recruiting heroes, high-tier units, and researching technology all required a large amount of Prestige.
Naturally, the more, the better.
After waiting for an entire afternoon.
Inside the Lord's Mansion.
Lin Yi was discussing the planting plan for the newly expanded territory with Wang Fugui.
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Ailina, beside him, seemed to sense something, slightly turning her head to look outside the door.
Soon after.
A childish voice, accompanied by hurried footsteps, came from outside.
"This is bad, Lord!"
With a bang, Wang Qianqian pushed open the door and rushed in, her small face filled with anxiety. Under the grave gazes of Lin Yi and Wang Fugui, she stated directly, "I found the location of that Lich!"
"You continue."
Lin Yi pulled out a chair, motioning for the little loli to sit down and speak slowly.
"I followed your instructions..."
Wang Qianqian recounted in detail how she discovered the Lich's territory and what strange phenomena she witnessed.
"It really is a Lord?" Lin Yi frowned.
"Yes!" Wang Qianqian nodded vigorously, continuing her report, "The distance was very far at the time, and there was a lot of noise, so I couldn't hear much information."
"What's certain is that the shriveled Lich descended across regions."
"And they want to search for a Lord with the Supreme Light Territory characteristic along with other races."
Lin Yi was stunned upon hearing this.
Good heavens, they were practically announcing his ID number.
Could it be that those leaders of high-level races were all reincarnators, preparing to nip him in the bud?
That didn't make sense!
Lin Yi's mind raced with thoughts, and his previously pleasant mood, full of gains, vanished.
Even with the system's enhancements, he dared not underestimate the Lords of Ten Thousand Races.
A single Undead Lich was enough to make the Tier 3 Wang Qianqian flee in panic, not daring to fight.
What if it were even more powerful races?
His people could be resurrected if they died, but if he died, he was truly dead.
"Qianqian, thank you for this."
Lin Yi reached out and gently stroked the little loli's head, then turned to instruct Wang Fugui, "Take Qianqian to the Cleansing Pool."
It had to be said.
Wang Qianqian truly was a newborn calf unafraid of tigers, utterly audacious.
With the strength and intelligence of both sides unclear, she still dared to venture deep alone to gather information.
Without undergoing the ritual, if she had been harmed in the Lich's territory, not even immortals could save her.
But precisely because of this.
Wang Qianqian not only brought back intelligence but also, by a strange twist of fate, did not allow the Lich to detect any abnormality.
Otherwise, the aura of the Light Human Race would instantly alert the Lich, who would then follow the trail to find him.
"Your old servant obeys." Wang Fugui bowed, preparing to take the little loli to leave.
Lin Yi suddenly raised his hand, interrupting the two, his eyes flashing with a sharp glint, and added, "Go call Qiu'er over."