Chapter 416: The disappearing ice gate and the ice knight on the ice
At this moment, Lei Xiao noticed clearly.
The moment when Xue Ya's white and slender fingers tentatively touched the giant ice door.
It was accompanied by a sudden wave of energy.
The giant ice gate in front of him actually started to disintegrate with the force of a prairie fire from where Xue Ya's hand was pointing.
In the blink of an eye, the thickened giant ice gate that was still standing here just now was at least more than 10 meters thick.
It completely lost its trace and was directly reduced to energy particles in the air, not even a drop of water left.
Seeing this scene, not only the other subordinates surrounding Lei Xiao.
Even Xue Ya himself, who was not far away, had a look of surprise on his delicate face.
"Lord, my subordinates didn't do anything just now...how could this happen?" After a moment, Xue Ya still looked confused and asked Lei Xiao in confusion.
"Yes, Lord Lord, what happened just now? Why did the giant ice gate disappear?"
On the other side, Bai Wei shook her big fluffy tail and asked in confusion: "Could it be some new trap?"
"Ye Cang, what do you think?"
Instructing his subordinates to be calm, Lei Xiao looked at the muscular priest beside him.
At this stage, except for Gracilaria, which has not yet returned.
As the strongest magic expert on our side, Ye Cang is naturally the one with the most say.
"Back to Lord Lord, judging from the energy fluctuations just now.
The possibility of a trap can almost be ruled out. This ice gate blocking the road was indeed broken by Xue Ya unintentionally."
Bowing gracefully to Lei Xiao, Ye Cang pushed up the gold-rimmed glasses on the bridge of his nose and responded: "As for why Xue Ya cracked this weird ice door so easily.
Judging from the current situation, there is only one answer.
That was the caster of the Ice Gate, or the creator of the Map of Disorder, who deliberately left a specific magic backdoor.
As long as the intruder meets the relevant conditions, it can be automatically cracked."
"There is indeed such a magical magic."
On the other side, Chaoyan, who was holding half a chocolate chip cookie in his hand, also came forward and said, "Generally speaking.
The mystery behind this kind of magic backdoor is very likely to be the power of blood from the same clan!"
"The power of blood? So, the creator of the Map of Discord, or the owner of this cave, was once of the same race as Xue Ya?"
Hearing this, Lei Xiao rubbed his chin while showing a thoughtful expression.
If you think about it carefully, whether it is the magic ice mirror that is the "key" to cracking the Diagram of Discord.
Whether it is the location of the cave near Fenglong City, it is indeed more or less connected with the Bingliu family where Xue Ya belongs.
After all, compared to the four common magicians such as earth, water, fire, and wind, ice magicians are an extremely rare existence.
As far as Lei Xiao knows, in the entire eastern region of Lengyan, the only large-scale ice magic family is the Bingliu family where Xue Ya belongs.
Thinking of this, Lei Xiao pondered for a moment, and then asked: "Xue Ya, do you have any clues about this?"
On the other side, Xue Ya bowed slightly and responded: "Back to Lord, after being reminded by Senior Ye Cang and Sister Chao Yan,
When I was in front of the ice gate just now, my subordinate did vaguely sense a very familiar magic wave, as well as a soft breath that seemed similar to before.
It is almost certain that the builder of this hidden cave is a certain ancestor of my family."
Speaking of this, Xue Ya frowned and thought for a moment, then continued: "In addition, in the history of the Bingliu family.
There have indeed been some more unusual rangers and warlocks, and some are even famous throughout the Cold Flame Kingdom, and even among the human nations.
However, most of these ancestors of the Bingliu family were unrestrained and loved freedom, and did not want to be bound by the rules and regulations of the aristocracy.
As a result, some have only a few words of record in family history, and some have even been completely removed from the family history.
So, judging from the current situation.
My subordinates are also unable to determine which ancestor of the Bingliu family from which era the builder of this hidden cave is."
After finishing speaking, Xue Ya couldn't help but show a hint of excitement and gratitude on her fair and delicate face. She thanked Lei Xiao and said, "Speaking of which.
Being able to discover the hidden cave of an ancestor of the Bingliu family in the vast Songyin Mountains was, I have to say, thanks to the lord.
Otherwise, I’m afraid it will be difficult for me to find any trace of this ancestor in my lifetime!”
"No need to be polite. If that's the case, then let's go directly to find out."
Lei Xiao smiled slightly, and then, surrounded by his subordinates, he took his own steps.
Next, after passing through a long tunnel again, Lei Xiao noticed.
It can be seen from the trace of magic energy still remaining on the cave wall.
The giant ice gate just now must be at least 30 meters thick, which is incredibly thick.
"Good guy, this can't be called an ice door anymore, can it?"
Realizing this, Lei Xiao couldn't help but curled his lips slightly, feeling a bit ridiculous in his heart.
Just when he thought of this.
Everything in front of me suddenly became clear.
At this time, Lei Xiao discovered that as the surrounding temperature dropped even further.
Our group of people has arrived at a vast space completely covered by a thick layer of ice.
For a moment, Lei Xiao felt a bright light in front of his eyes. In the crystal clear ice cave, the dazzling light emitted by the light crystal was reflected everywhere, making people feel dizzy.
After he got used to the surrounding light, Lei Xiao narrowed his dark eyes slightly and began to look around.
The ice cave in front of us is very vast, at least three to four hundred square meters in size, and the ground is smooth and translucent, just like a large indoor skating rink.
Of course, for our party whose entire bodies are covered with energy shields, this is naturally no hindrance.
"I have to say that Xue Ya's ancestor is really extraordinary in being able to build this hidden cave to such an extent."
Just when Lei Xiao thought of this, a sudden change occurred.
Along with one after another energy fluctuations, one after another, rippled out from the ice surface.
Eighteen crystal clear ice knights, wearing heavy armor of ice crystals, quickly emerged from under the ice.
If you look closely, you will see that both these ice knights and the tall horses beneath them are made of ice, with a strong cold air rising throughout their bodies.
Waves of impressive aura emanated from the bodies of these ice knights.
For a time, in a limited space, eighteen heavily armored knights looked like cans, giving people a full sense of oppression.
"Lord, they are eighteen high-level demon puppets at the level of the third-order peak powerhouse!" At this time, Chaoyan blurted out as he moved the short staff in his hand horizontally.
However, immediately after, a look of doubt appeared on her fair face, and she said: "But, I can judge from the breath.
These ice knights don’t seem to be ordinary high-level golem puppets.”
"That's right, these are alchemy puppets that are stronger than the golems summoned by magic!"
On the other side, Xue Ya's delicate face had a stern look on her face, and she also added.
"Alchemy puppet?" Hearing this, Lei Xiao couldn't help but look thoughtful while staring at the sudden group of ice knights.
Not long ago, Lei Xiao had already learned about it during a casual chat with Xue Ya and Faxia.
In this different world where swords and magic flourish, the profession of alchemist is world-famous in addition to being able to refine potions called miracles.
Another reason why they are respected is that a small number of alchemists also master the second application method of alchemy: puppet alchemy.
Different from the widely used magic potion refining technique, the puppet refining technique is undoubtedly a more mysterious and higher threshold alchemy method.
In other words, if making magic potion is a compulsory course for alchemists.
Then, puppet refining is a master-level advanced course that can only be mastered by a very small number of elite alchemists.
Only master alchemists who are at level 4 or above and have a lot of experience in making potions can choose to get involved in this new field.
The most important thing is that compared to ordinary golem puppets, which can only exist for a period of time.
The puppet made by the alchemist can not only last forever.
Moreover, it also has a certain self-healing function, which is extremely powerful and can greatly enhance the strength of the alchemist himself.
In addition, some specially made powerful alchemy puppets can even be controlled by other powerful people who are not alchemists, thus further enhancing the strength of the controller.
Therefore, the price of this kind of alchemy puppet is also very expensive.
Even for ordinary nobles, it is an unattainable luxury.
Of course, in contrast, the process of making a puppet is extremely complicated and the materials required are extremely rare.
When using the refining array for refining, it is also easier to cause magical backlash to the alchemist himself.
Therefore, alchemy puppets can be described as rare and unusual existences.
"Eighteen level three alchemy puppets?" Thinking of this, Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly.
For ordinary strong men, this is obviously an extremely powerful force, even enough to make an ordinary city tremble.
However, for our group, there is naturally no pressure.
And, judging from the current situation.
It is obviously unrealistic to conquer these menacing alchemy puppets as the guardians of the ice cave.
At the same time, all the subordinates around Lei Xiao were already ready for battle, just waiting for Lei Xiao's order.
Next, just when Lei Xiao was commanding his subordinates and preparing to clear the area, he unexpectedly discovered.
Those eighteen third-order peak-level ice knights did not have any offensive posture.
Instead, they lined up in two rows and stood motionless, just like an ice sculpture guard of honor.
"Lord, the other party does not seem to be hostile to us." Seeing this, Xue Ya bowed and clasped her fists, and said respectfully to Lei Xiao.
"No, at the beginning, these alchemy puppets were indeed filled with murderous intent."
Ye Cang pushed up his glasses on the bridge of his nose and said thoughtfully: "It seems that the situation should be the same as the giant ice gate just now.
It was because I felt the blood power of the Bingliu family in Xue Ya that I stopped the attack."
"Oh?" Upon hearing this, Lei Xiao leaned forward slightly and couldn't help but reveal a look of interest.
"Lord, please wait a moment, my subordinates will go to confirm."
On the other side, bowing slightly to Lei Xiao, Xue Ya, accompanied by Ye Cang and A Ling, slowly approached the outermost ice knight.
After a moment, along with a faint energy fluctuation, Xue Ya turned around in surprise and said: "Lord, my subordinates easily gained control of this ice knight!
It seems that the ancestors of my subordinates indeed left magical backdoors on these alchemy puppets!"
Immediately afterwards, Xue Ya's mind moved slightly.
The ice knight riding a tall horse in front of her disappeared instantly, and she kept it in her storage ring.
"Very good, then let's collect all these ice knights." Seeing this, Lei Xiao slowly retracted his gaze and nodded with satisfaction.
Lei Xiao had already learned about this before.
Because every golem puppet has complete anti-space protection measures.
Only the controller of the golem can put the golem into his own storage space, but others cannot do this.
You know, this is an extremely impressive force. In terms of combat power alone, it is completely equal to two ordinary cavalry brigades of a thousand people!
The most important thing is that as golem puppets who are not afraid of life, death and pain, the combat effectiveness of these ice knights is undoubtedly more terrifying."
Realizing this, Lei Xiao's face couldn't help but reveal a hint of joy, and he thought to himself: "Speaking of which.
Unexpectedly, Xue Ya’s ancestor was also an alchemist.
Moreover, judging from these eighteen third-order peak level alchemy puppets, it was clear that the other party was still very outstanding back then.
I have to say, it’s really getting more and more exciting, what other treasures will appear in the future.”
Just when Lei Xiao thought of this.
On the other side, Xue Ya has already gained complete control over the eighteen ice knights with lightning speed.
However, due to the storage ring worn by Xue Ya, the space is limited.
It is impossible to include all of these tall and heavily armed alchemy puppets.
Therefore, under Lei Xiao’s instructions.
These ice knights, who rode tall ice horses, mastered heavy guns, and carried heavy swords at their waists, were temporarily dispatched to the entrance of the ice cave to serve as security guards.
Next, after some investigation in this vast ice cave that looked like an ice skating rink, Lei Xiao noticed.
At the end of the ice cave, a new ice door appeared. Other than that, there was nothing special about it.
"Xue Ya, open the ice door." Lei Xiao immediately ordered to the female alchemist with long hair reaching her waist.
"As ordered, Lord Lord." Hearing this, Xue Ya bowed slightly and stepped forward.
The next second, under the touch of Xue Ya's slender fingers, the seemingly unbreakable ice door instantly disintegrated.
A new space immediately appeared in front of our group.