Chapter 646: Chapter 646: Promotion
However reckless this move seemed, it had an immediate effect. Prosperous Era had left their base, and now drifted aimlessly like a rootless duckweed.
The others saw the weakness of Prosperous Era. There were many who were poised to make their move. Not just Prosperous Era’s previous rivals, but also other guilds that previously had no grudges against them. They all desired to rise to power by stepping over Prosperous Era.
Faced with these hungry wolves, Prosperous Era chose to establish their authority over a slightly smaller guild. With lightning speed, they swiftly and decisively razed this guild’s base to the ground.
Even though the majority of this guild’s players had already reached level twenty-three or twenty-four, and most of Prosperous Era were only level twenty, they had no resistance against Prosperous Era’s attack.
In just four hours, this guild’s efforts were washed away.
At the same time, this surprised those wolves eager to make their move, making everyone understand that there was a gulf between top-tier guilds and major guilds that couldn’t merely be bridged by levels.
Of course, after these consecutive events, all guilds became more cautious.
The guild wars were too terrifying. Prosperous Era had offended someone, their guild base was destroyed, and there was no chance of recovery.
Prosperous Era then seized a guild’s base. Although it could be rebuilt, the losses were still huge, causing the major guild to go bankrupt and collapse.
For a time, the smoke of battle between guilds thinned considerably. Instead, the atmosphere for festival events thickened as all guilds seized the opportunity to crazily level up.
Because many high-level members of the guilds knew, the climax of the event was about to come. If they didn’t have enough levels, they wouldn’t even have the right to participate.
In such circumstances, Li Yao left his own Lord’s Mansion and activated the token given by the Archangel.
A rainbow-colored light enveloped him, and then Li Yao disappeared on the spot.
Li Yao found himself in a void. This void was incredibly weird, with strange sights, and Li Yao floating in it.
Here, Li Yao could only see various dazzling lights, but couldn’t feel up from down, and it seemed like time didn’t pass.
“System: You feel countless mysterious breaths washing your soul, making your soul tremble as if it has returned to its mother’s womb. Your soul and body have received an unknown strength. Your senses have become sharper, and your body stronger and more agile.”
“System: You’ve received the baptism of the Source World, all basic attributes increased by 15%, your agility, and senses increased by 30%. Your battle strength has been enhanced, and you have been promoted to the Silver Hero rank.”
“System: Due to the activation of the Titan Equipment, you have become a three-star Silver Hero.”
Li Yao felt himself becoming stronger, but not a few seconds passed before he was notified of his promotion to a three-star Silver Hero. Naturally, his attributes were enhanced once again.
“So, this is the advantage of the main mission. I haven’t even started and already reaped benefits.” Li Yao was shocked beyond belief. If he had known this earlier, he would have come sooner.
With this kind of advancement, not to mention attacking anything else, just the increase in his agility alone could make it possible to use some other methods to kill a Warcraft boss.
“You indeed didn’t disappoint me. Most people who come here will benefit, but you’re the first one to transcend your life level.” The Archangel appeared beside Li Yao suddenly.
By “rank”, they meant “life level”. From ordinary to elite, from elite to Silver Hero, from Silver Hero to Commander or Lord, each transformation was a change in life level.
For the vast majority of people, leveling up was easy, but the evolution of life levels was extremely difficult.
Not to mention NPCs, even players couldn’t just get promoted directly by completing tasks.
The first few levels were alright, but it was more and more difficult to experience a transformation after Silver Hero.
“Thank you, Archangel, for this gift. I’m overwhelmed by this unexpected treatment.” Li Yao expressed his sincere gratitude. He had too many things to deal with. He originally thought to take care of the Silver Hero task after reaching level thirty, which would save him a lot of time.
The Archangel waved his hand and said, “This is your fate. This place is just a replica I made, where I comprehend the laws of the world. It’s not that incredible. Do you know what this is a replica of?”
Li Yao knew it early on, but he couldn’t say it. He was now a mere rookie. This deep knowledge couldn’t be found in the library, and the Queen certainly wouldn’t tell him.
So Li Yao shook his head with a puzzled look on his face, and said, “I don’t really understand, is it the universe?”
“You’re quite perceptive, but you’re still too limited. What I’ve simulated here is the world.” The Archangel explained.
“The world.” Li Yao pretended to be stunned.
The Archangel didn’t doubt him and continued, “That’s right, the world. The world I’m talking about isn’t the universe you’re referring to, it’s not the Material Plane we’re currently in, and it’s not the illusive Ethereal Realm of the Dream. But all I’ve mentioned are included in this world.”
“But all I see is void,” Li Yao responded.
“That’s not surprising, your life level and strength are too low, naturally you can’t access these things.” The Archangel laughed and said, “Normally, all these things should be told to you by your mentor when you’re strong enough, but I’ve found that you have great growth potential. Your control and use of strength are too strong. Even when I was at your level, I might not have been your opponent. You will step into this field sooner or later. So, it’s not a big deal to tell you in advance.”
“Does this have anything to do with the mission this time, or the Angel’s Wings?” Li Yao asked, puzzled.
The Archangel nodded and said, “Of course it’s related. Don’t worry, I’ll first explain our worldview. Only then will you have a clear understanding of the importance of this task, and also be able to gain some benefits during the task.”
Li Yao nodded and said, “I’m all ears.”
“The entire world is formed of countless contrasts: light and shadow, order and chaos, life and death, representing the ultimate power of this world.”
The Archangel waved his hand, and the entire world was bathed in different lights.
“Of course, the important thing is the elements: earth, fire, water, wind, soul, the Ethereal Realm, the Material World which we live in. Our world, The Ancient God World, is just a tiny part of the Material Plane.”
Li Yao nodded as he listened. He had already encountered several Material Planes, like the Orcs’ homeland, the Draeneis’ homeland, etc. What they called a Material Plane could be a planet, or possibly a large continent floating in the void.
The Archangel let Li Yao digest this for a while before asking, “So, do you know what the ultimate essence of the world is?”
Li Yao did not answer hastily. He understood that this too was a part of his mission. Different answers might have unpredictable ramifications for his future tasks or rewards.
Li Yao carefully considered, thinking of an answer that might lead to a better outcome…