The addition of fifty new players today has made Scarlet Castle lively again. The local residents are no longer surprised by these strange "mountain people". They no longer feel the novelty they had before, and they may even be a little annoyed occasionally, because these "newcomers"
"Just like the warriors before, I would always surround them and ask them repeatedly if there was anything they needed help with.
One or two people are fine, but if fifty people come to ask the same question over and over again, even the best-tempered Scarlet Castle residents will become irritable.
Especially for those residents who have experienced the Cadman City disaster, this will remind them of some "unbearable" past events, such as being chased by several people asking if they need help finding lost things/lost cats.
Cats and dogs/lost wife/lost daughter and other strange questions.
You can't be angry yet.
After all, they were really here to help, even though their excited tone and eager expressions of wanting to be beaten seemed like they were here to cause trouble.
However, the locals who have more experience in "rescuing" know how to make the best use of everything. They take advantage of this opportunity to hand over all kinds of errands to those overly excited new players.
For example, things like packing up the new home and moving things can be left to the noisy newcomers. Not only can they do it quickly and well, they can even save the steps of cleaning the old room. In some extreme cases, they can even do it themselves.
There is no need to pay them any compensation.
Because these guys with a sense of smell comparable to that of hounds will always find "treasures" that the head of the household doesn't even know about in the inexplicable nooks and crannies. A copper ring, a brooch or even a pair of worn leather gloves are enough to make new players happy.
For a long time, because it proves their "character".
It is precisely because of the existence of these local people who are more "knowledgeable" that they have stabilized the eagerness of these new players to contribute to Transia.
However, for other NPCs who have a closer relationship with Lord Murphy and already know the "truth", the addition of new players is an out-and-out "good thing".
"Come on, come on, this is your mission today!"
At the entrance to Sewer No. 7, Ms. Dorothy pointed to the messy Fight Club arena and a pile of cleaning tools that had been prepared in advance, and said to the dozen or so little players in front of her who were looking at everything with wide eyes and curiosity:
"The Blood Rat Gang is going to hold a big fight tonight, but our member responsible for cleaning accidentally sprained his foot this morning.
He probably won't be able to sort it all out before evening comes, so I need you to give full play to your courage and wisdom and try to clean this place to the point where the fierce gladiators can fight to their heart's content.
This is considered employment, so I have prepared the reward for you."
The eldest sister of the Blood Rat Gang played with the eagle claw knife in her hand and curled her lips and said:
"In the next room are some weapons and protective gear used by novice gladiators. After you complete the cleaning task, you can each choose from them and take them away. If you find anything valuable during the cleaning process,
Everything can be taken away as your own harvest.
In addition, the Blood Rat Gang will also give away tickets for tonight's big fight. I hope you will like Transia's 'traditional entertainment'.
Oh, right!
If you still have nothing serious to do tomorrow, the Blood Rat Gang welcomes you back to the sewers. We always have a lot of work to do here, and we are always short of people."
A strange smile appeared on Dorothy's lips, and she praised:
"For people with great perseverance and courage like you, this land will never have too many. Now, start your service. Lord Murphy and we are watching you."
After saying that, Dorothy jumped back and disappeared in full view of everyone. When she escaped into the shadow, there was an "illusion" caused by the closing of the huge blood wings. This was a cool scene and extremely realistic light and shadow.
The effect made the new players in front of them say "wtf".
Eight of these dozen players are obviously a group, and they all have the same name format as the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry and Soldier Attack Group.
The leader's Big Brother's ID is "Moon Demon Curse Blue".
Well, it is not difficult to guess the names of his seven brothers just from the name of this eldest brother.
Together they formed the "Devil's Eight", and they had decided to form a guild. They even had a name before entering the game, and they called it "The Demon's Eight".
It's very cool, very nostalgic, very sober, and even a little childish for children, but it's just right for adults.
And you have to admit that without knowing their details, you will definitely be intimidated by these eight guys just by hearing their names.
After all, in this world where gods and dangerous planes really exist, there are still few people who would so directly connect their names with the legendary demons.
Brother, even if you are a true cultist, this is a bit too extreme, right?
"Brothers! Today is the day when our 'Eight Elites of Demons' officially debut. It is very memorable for us and for the whole of Transia! Therefore, I suggest that we also participate in the gladiatorial competition tonight.
!”
The boss of the Eight Masters, the Moon Demon Curse Lan, was holding a broom, and while he was quite skillful in cleaning up the strange blood stains remaining on the ground, he suggested to the others:
"I would also like to let other brothers take a look at the results of the 'secret training' that the eight of us prepared offline for this game! The 100 squats I do in the gym every day are not for nothing! I really think I can compete in the gladiatorial game
It was a blockbuster in the field!”
"Brother is right!"
The second in command of the Eight Elites, "Mountain Demon Bo Gang", squatted on the ground and shoveled up the bloody hair from the "remnants" of the hanging Jackal Gladiator, and said loudly at the same time:
"It's not interesting to simply compete. I don't think it's better for us to have an internal competition to see who is the best. The one who is the best will be responsible for the other brothers' meals for the next week."
"Damn, you guys are so delicious. The chef in the cafeteria is scared when he sees you."
The youngest "Demon of the Sky Nishiki" complained:
"Don't be so big. I think you can just buy drinks. If we are in the same cabin, it will easily break up the relationship."
"That's fine, let's just drink wine."
Boss Curse Lan nodded and said:
"We will be able to dock and unload the cargo in three days. Then we can all go ashore and enjoy ourselves together. Let's get to work now! Let's wait for our team to shine tonight. Hahahaha!"
When the boss smiled, the other seven guys also laughed weirdly and put on all kinds of weird postures. This filled the entire arena with a weird atmosphere, and also made the little players around these eight guys laugh.
Everyone looked at him.
I always feel that these eight guys are weird and crazy. For safety reasons, it is better to stay away from them.
This scene also fell into the eyes of Dorothy, who was hiding in the shadows and observing secretly. A big doubt flashed in the eyes of the Blood Rat Gang boss. Are all people in the other world so strange?
That’s not right!
My apprentice's teeth are obviously normal.
So, the weird thing is actually these eight guys, right?
"Perhaps before they sign up for the gladiatorial match, they need to ask a few witch hunters to check their sanity. After all, the gladiators in the Fight Club are still normal people. Will putting these guys in there affect other characters?
What about the performance of the fighter?"
Dorothy was thinking about strange things in her mind, and then she was horrified, feeling as if she was also affected by these guys from another world.
My old self wouldn't have these weird ideas popping up in my head.
never mind.
It's better not to play with them, lest you become a hopeless idiot and be despised by others.
With this thought in mind, she quietly exited the shadow, spread her wings, and rushed along the wide sewer. She quickly arrived at the top of the Blood Vulture Corridor, and then glided gracefully into the corridor at the cliff of the Great Rift Valley in the city.
A low-key "honoring ceremony" is being held here.
The reason why I say "low-key" is because there are even less than ten people involved.
But if you look carefully, except for Happy Stick and his adjutant Tiger and Leopard Cavalry Lin, the rest are all high-level officials of the Scarlet Castle and the Transnian government. You can use the phrase "simple but not simple" to describe
Perfect description.
When Dorothy arrived, she happened to see Murphy, as the governor, very solemnly hand over the command staff symbolizing "Commander of the Southern Defense Line of Transia" to Kudel in front of him.
The hunting baron tribune was also very serious and took it with both hands like a knight about to go to war.
"Tris and I need to sit in Scarlet Castle and assist Miriam and our hard-working civil servants to promote the construction of the territory and the gathering of strength. The establishment and maintenance of the southern defense line will be left to you."
Murphy said in a deep voice:
"Maxim will be training troops in the area of the Dark Baron behind your front. The new wing cavalry of the Valander Knights also need more training before they can embark on the battlefield, but the appearance of Ken Porter and the changes in the Filthy Swamp
All have proven that this black disaster is different.
I guess the Jackals learned from their previous failures.
They plan to establish their superiority before the actual war begins, so I can conclude that your process of building a defensive line in the south will not go smoothly."
"I had expected this."
Kudel replied:
"Therefore, I have decided that from now until the Black Disaster actually breaks out, I will stay on the southern defense line to ensure that the gnolls cannot cross the swamp."
"That's not enough!"
Murphy shook his head and said:
"The Filth Swamp is a strategic location, and it is a hidden danger to always leave it in a situation where it can be crossed by gnolls at any time!
I have decided to mobilize warriors to go deep into the swamp after the Transian census operation comes to an end. It may be difficult for us to bring the entire filthy swamp under our control before the war begins, but at least we must ensure that the strategic initiative is in our hands.
inside.
Therefore, after you reach the southern defense line, you must not only build trenches and forts, but also operate a forward position where warriors can rest and stay.
After that position is prepared, I will issue new orders."
"Um."
Kudel did not complain about the difficulty of the operation, but simply accepted the order. Then, Murphy picked up a special military glory handed over by Maxim, and gestured with his eyes to put it on the happy stick with an excited expression.
forward.
This unlucky guy, or lucky guy, had just done a "blood supply" to his "blood descendant" Melina Corando Lesembra this morning, which made him very weak.
Even when I walk, I feel a little short of breath, giving me a bad look of "over-indulgence."
But his pale expression could not hide the excitement in his heart. He strode up to Murphy and gave a crisp military salute. He straightened his waist as if he had returned to his unforgettable military career.
The past is still stubbornly inside this guy. The past has shaped him, and the past will also determine his future.
“My warrior happy stick, because of the outstanding performance of you and the team in the past period, after discussing with my general Maxim, I decided to grant you the rank of ‘Captain of the Assault Company of the Cadman People’s Army’!
We will give you the authority to form a special force of "Raiders". The current quota is 300 people. The Administrative Department and the Logistics Department of the Cadman People's Army will provide you with sufficient armaments and supplies.
You need to assemble your troops before the next large-scale battle and get them organized and trained to a battle-ready level."
Murphy pinned the military emblem on Happy Stick's chest with his own hands. He then took a Royal Cavalry Command Knife from Maxim, which was custom-made by Master Broken Knife. He handed it to Happy Stick with both hands and warned:
"Your company will be temporarily under the control of Commander Kudel. While training the army, you will also need to take on the responsibility of building the southern defense line. There are enough manpower there for you to deploy.
My warrior!
The safety of the Transian front line is left to you!"
"Ding!"
After Murphy finished speaking, there was a pleasant light sound indicating that an achievement was lit up. Brother Bang looked down and saw another "server first":
[Hidden Achievement·'Server No. 1! The Day of the Founding of the Army' has been lit! Achievement reward: As the first military unit in the tester group to receive a designation, you have the right to freely design military emblems for your army at the Scarlet Fort Administration Office
and military uniforms.】
"Ding"
After the achievement was confirmed, another server-wide announcement was sent:
[Because the tester 'Onboard Happy Stick' has obtained the official military rank of 'Captain', the gameplay and military rank system is officially open! Players can now go to the Cadman People's Army Recruitment Office to transfer to a new profession, Soldier, and obtain 'Reserve Private'
'Military rank.
hint!
This career system is a commander system similar to the administrative career. Its professional characteristics do not focus on individual combat but emphasize tactical command. The administrative office will evaluate the player's command and combat capabilities based on the results of each battle in the military establishment where the player is located.
After meeting certain victory conditions, your military rank will be promoted!
hint!
When the player's military rank reaches 'Second Lieutenant', he will be able to apply for his own military establishment number. This number will be regarded as a special 'military guild' and will be under the jurisdiction of both the Adventurer's Guild and the People's Army.
hint!
The military organization established by the player can recruit a certain number of NPC soldiers according to their levels, but please treat these brave warriors kindly.
If there are casualties, the military guild where they belong must provide pensions.】
"F*ck, f**k! Brother Bang, you fucking opened another professional route for us? Counting the previous 'Vault Hunter', this is the second one, right?"
As soon as the two server-wide announcements were sent out, Happy Stick's private chat immediately exploded. His good friend Miao Miao Ge complained emotionally:
"How come all the good things in life have happened to you, you bastard? You have made a fortune, been promoted, and Mr. Murphy has given you a wife. All the good things in life have been taken advantage of by you."
"Fuck, don't talk about making love to your wife again. Why don't you give it a try? I can't even walk now. That vampire bitch sucked me so hard that all my blood was sucked by her."
Happy Stick looked very serious on the surface, but deep down he was already happy. He even replied to Brother Mew Miao in a Versailles-like manner. As for other private conversations, he didn't care about them for the time being.
Seeing that Lord Murphy was going to discuss strategies with Maxim and Lord Kudel, Happy Stick and his adjutant took the initiative to exit the room. He let out a sigh and touched the military emblem on his chest.
Then he turned to the tiger and leopard rider Lin beside him and said:
"Our superiors gave us an establishment of 300 people, and we also have fixed supplies every month. This is considered to be a 'public meal'. The next thing to do is to recruit people quickly. Our current 30 people are simply not enough. You choose
A few smooth-talking brothers remain in the Crimson Keep waiting to recruit each new batch of players.
In addition, our old brothers from all over the world"
"I sent a group message."
Izaya also received the rank of "Warrant Officer", and this official status allowed this guy to speak as crisply as he answered his superiors in the military camp.
He said in a deep voice:
"I have sent messages to many veterans' groups. Currently, 200 applications have been sent to me. I have sent them the set of application questions. It is estimated that there will be a response soon, but we cannot only recruit veterans.
soldiers.
I mean, other players interested in going this route should consider it too.
After all, their base is large.
Moreover, in an environment like Transia, which is leaky from all sides, even a complete novice will have a decent look after entering the game and playing a few battles."
"Well, as you say, let's go! Let's go to the administrative office to customize the military uniforms and military emblems of our 'Cadman Raiders'. This requires careful planning."
Brother Bang walked out happily, but Lin sneered at this and said:
"Why bother with that? We have ready-made design masters, why not just ask Mrs. Shui? This kind of thing must be left to the experts."
"Oh, yes, yes, find Sister Shui and ask her to design the coolest and most dazzling military uniforms for us with snacks. Then we will go to the blacksmith shop to customize our weapons. When we are done, we will go to the Under Armor Hills. Let
Brother Zhongzhong will equip us with individual weapons that match our status!
Ha, a special organization requires special equipment. Look, it’s a good day for war, come quickly."
