Valley of the Exiles – Dangerous Zone
Black peaks rose towards the sky in the distance, storm clouds swirling unpredictably. Strange apparitions and eerie sounds echoed throughout the area, while countless graves lay in repose.
As you passed by the graves, Skeletons, Zombies, and souls rising from beyond roamed the land. Their levels were similar to the Bahrakos, all above 100. These creatures were no easy foes, Skeletons were armed; some blocked attacks, others fired projectiles or threw weapons from afar. There were even demonic necromancers who, despite keeping their distance, could resurrect fallen Skeletons, cast curses, and launch dark magic projectiles. However, thanks to the Blessing of the Temple of Gabola, these spells had no effect.
Unlike Skeletons, Zombies had no souls and couldn’t resurrect, but their attacks were even more brutal and relentless. They pursued without rest, and the slightest noise attracted even more of them.
Camir remained calm, steadily reducing their numbers. The necromancers were difficult to reach, but if he didn’t take the risk, there would be no hope.
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
"706 XP"
"951 XP"
"727 XP"
"835 XP"
"742 XP"
"913 XP"
...
"You have leveled up to 83"
Advancing slowly while disrupting enemy ranks, he stumbled upon some ruins.
Ruins of the Suràph Kingdom – Forbidden Zone
Thousands of colossal columns towered toward the sky, many crumbling with age. Alongside the fallen columns, stone blocks, shattered walls, and debris outlined ancient symbols and drawings depicting sacrifices, gods, and offerings. Though damaged, statues still stood, humanoid in form, dressed in robes, and bearing a pair of wings on their backs.
Upon entering the zone, all monsters fled in terror, scurrying back to their hiding places.
"The Blessing of the Temple of Gabola has been broken"
"Huh?"
Suddenly, an angry voice echoed through the ruins.
"Who dares invade my domain?!"
A skeletal figure in a black robe, wielding a staff made of bones, emerged from the shadows, floating in midair.
Chaos Lich Zi'lonyi Level 239
"Zi'lonyi: So, you are the Hero of Bellaris."
"Zi'lonyi: It's still too early for one to appear. I'm impressed."
"Zi'lonyi: But this is as far as you go."
"Smurky: That’s for me to decide, you old bag of bones."
"Zi'lonyi: Fool!"
Drawing magical circles, Zi'lonyi began unleashing spells in fury, curses, dark magic, elemental magic, gravitational fields, and dimensional portals summoning creatures from beyond. He could cast at least five spells at once.
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Without hesitation, Camir activated Thirst for Hunting (Active) and began shooting arrows while darting around like a madman.
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
The creatures from beyond were terrifying, each above level 150.
As the creatures surrounded him, Zi'lonyi continued bombarding him with relentless spells.
Thanks to the Blessed Rosary given to him by Archbishop Toru, Camir could nullify most of the spells. However, the effect of Thirst for Hunting (Active) was running out.
He still had skill and attribute points gained along the way. Without a second thought, he frantically used them.
"-30 SP"
"Thirst for Hunting (Active) +30"
"Effect: Increases your Agility, Dexterity, and Strength by 50% for 15 minutes. Has a 20 minute cooldown. Does not consume Energy."
"-53 AP"
"Agility has increased to 93"
Even with boosted stats, he was still taking damage. However, with the Primordial Era Barrier (Passive/Class) and the Alchemic Dominion Belt consuming potions automatically, he managed to keep fighting.
Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!
"-54 HP"
"You have consumed a Health Potion"
"-57 B (Barrier)"
"-69 HP"
"Your barrier has been broken"
"You have consumed a Health Potion"
…
"Zi'lonyi: Mortal, your futile resistance ends here."
A massive portal formed, unleashing waves of spatial energy and destructive currents that tore through everything in their path. From the depths, a Bone Dragon emerged.
Bone Dragon Level 200
"Smurky: Hmm! Old bag of bones, do you really think that’s enough to stop me?"
"Zi'lonyi: Hahahaha! Then how do you plan to defeat it?"
Pulling out the scrolls he had taken from the Followers of Chaos, he opened one of Restriction. Several magic circles appeared in the air, and numerous chains materialized, wrapping around the Bone Dragon and immobilizing it.
He continued opening scrolls, unleashing all kinds of magic and spells.
Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!
Faced with such relentless firepower, the dragon couldn't hold out for long and soon crumbled entirely.
"You have defeated the Bone Dragon"
"+26,310 XP"
"You have leveled up to 90"
"You have obtained the title Dragon Slayer"
"You have obtained the title Bone Breaker"
"Fame +13,700"
"Zi'lonyi: Whaaat?!"
Zi'lonyi stood frozen in shock, staring into nothingness in silence.
Camir still had several Restriction scrolls and spells left.
"Smurky: Convinced?"
"Zi'lonyi: I must admit, for a mortal, you are quite strong at this stage."
"Smurky: How do you know this world is just beginning? And why do NPCs have self-awareness?"
"Zi'lonyi: Mmmh… to you, this may be a game, but I can tell you this world is connected to another in reality."
"Smurky: So, there is another world out there..."
"Zi'lonyi: What will you do now? Will you continue fighting?"
"Smurky: No. Since you've admitted defeat, why don’t you become my pet?"
"Zi'lonyi: Your pet?!"
"Smurky: Yes, but I won't treat you like one. You can accompany me and fight by my side. The benefits are obvious."
"Zi'lonyi: Then I’d be more like your companion… Hmm, that’s not a bad proposal. To be honest, I can’t stray too far from these ruins anyway, so a bit of fresh air wouldn’t hurt. I accept, mortal."
"You have defeated Chaos Lich Zi'lonyi"
"+146,296 XP"
"You have leveled up to 97"
"You have obtained the title Fearless of Death"
"You have obtained the title Ruin Conqueror"
"You have eliminated an Evil"
"Karma +200"
"Fame +50,000"
"You have tamed Chaos Lich Zi'lonyi"
"You have unlocked the title Tamer of Darkness"
"Fame +200,000"
"The gods, demons, and other divine entities observe you with curiosity."
