The elf fleet arrived at a bay city called Sunset Port. Standing on the deck and looking from a distance, it looked like a city of gems in the vast yellow sand. There were a large number of magnificent palace buildings, made of countless lapis lazuli stones.
, turquoise inlaid dome pillars. Various dragon-like statues, either baring their teeth or spreading their wings, show their majestic appearance under the harsh sunlight.
Sunset Port is one of the chiefdoms in the Nahasa Wasteland. The Nahasa Wasteland is the general name for the endless desert and arid Gobi south of the Gray Cliff Mountains. Most of the area is a lifeless wasteland.
Only a few oases are distributed along seasonal rivers or along the sea, becoming a living environment that various races compete for.
The small chiefs who occupied these oases and established towns had exchanges and disputes in the long history. Through the trade routes formed by connecting scattered oases, they roughly formed a loose alliance, which is today's Nahasa Chiefdom.
It's just that there is no supreme ruler within the chiefdom. In fact, in the small oasis environment, it is impossible to raise a strong military force. The expedition across the desert makes it difficult for a powerful country to be born in the Nahasa Wasteland.
Even though the Great Londinium Empire once made an expedition to the Nahasa Wasteland, it still felt that this place was worthless. Humans here did not even have writing, and a few chiefdoms were simply inhuman monsters enslaving humans.
Out of an attitude of protecting the human race, the Empire only drove these inhuman monsters into the depths of the desert, and was unable to uproot them. When the Imperial troops left, these monsters often came back.
But more than a hundred years ago, an ordinary well in the Nahasa chiefdom dug a well in search of water, and dug out the associated crystal mine buried deep under the sand dunes. This mineral resource rich in magical energy is like drying firewood.
Flames were thrown from the pile, shocking the entire magical world.
Associated crystallization ore is actually a general term for a type of crystal, and there are various subdivision names in academic circles. But not many people care about this, because the associated crystallization ore buried under the Nahasa wasteland is large in quantity and of high quality.
Excellent, far superior to all mines discovered before.
For this endless wealth, a large number of mages crossed the Finger Bay, climbed over the Gray Cliff Mountains, and came to the hot and arid wasteland of Nahasa, working tirelessly to explore the associated crystal mines. And the rulers of the local chiefdoms were also willing to cooperate with the mages.
Cooperate and continuously dig out mines to continuously provide mages with a large amount of associated crystallized minerals.
In a short period of time, the backward and barbaric Nahasa chiefdom accumulated immeasurable wealth and became one of the most prosperous and prosperous countries on the Galad continent.
After the chiefs here obtained the huge wealth brought by the associated crystal mines, they immediately lived a life of extravagance and enjoyment. They built luxurious and tall palaces and temples, purchased expensive jewelry and playthings, and kept various beauties and mistresses. They lived a life unimaginable by ordinary people.
enjoyment of wealth.
"Actually, the profits these chiefdoms gain from associated crystal mines are only about one-tenth." Sir Weston's virtual body appeared next to Xuan Weizi, telling him about the general situation of the Nahasa chiefdom along the way.
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"Normally, a group of chiefs who obtained a lot of resources by chance are lucky to be able to make money while lying down." Xuan Weizi asked: "I remember you mentioned before that there are many mage academies in the Nahasa Wasteland.
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"Yes, almost every city in the chiefdom has a mage academy. These mage academies or associations are independent and have seats in the Magic Parliament." Sir Weston said.
"But today's Magic Council exists in name only, and these scattered mage associations and academies are not as powerful as the Eye of Mystery." Xuan Weizi asked: "The Eye of Mystery should have had its own sphere of influence in the Nahasa Chiefdom back then, right?
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"Of course."
Xuan Weizi heard the smile in Sir Weston's words and immediately understood: "Doragon was in charge of the business back then?"
"That's right." Sir Weston couldn't help but smile: "Doragon may have noticed the remaining dragon magic in the associated crystal mine, so he judged that the Nahasa Wasteland was the main battlefield between the ancient giants and the dragons.
and burial place.
At that time, Doragon was already a legendary mage, and his seniority status in the Eye of Mystery was second only to those of Heseken and Shadovan. Even Nazarui didn't pay much attention to it.
With his ability to explore and survey the Nahasa Wasteland, he finally determined that there were a large number of dragon clan relics in the Gray Cliff Mountains. He spent hundreds of years in management and preparation, and was able to establish the dragon kingdom overnight.
Chief Nahasa, who originally cooperated with the Eye of Mystery, has all switched to Doragon's command. Other mage academies and associations here have also maintained friendly relations with Doragon, and have even become vassals of the Dragon Kingdom."
"Planning for hundreds of years, he is indeed an extraordinary person." Xuan Weizi nodded in approval. None of the legendary level experts are simple things.
Compared to Xuan Weizi, who was completely transformed by practicing Taoism and was mistaken for a legendary psychic by outsiders. Now that he has been promoted to a true legendary psychic, he understands that the legendary level is indeed an insurmountable threshold, which is completely different from before.
In the past, mages used soul strength alone as a measure, which was certainly somewhat biased. But excluding Xuan Weizi and other immortal beings, the creatures in this world would break through to the legendary level, and their lives and souls would undergo a qualitative leap.
Coincidentally, being promoted to the legendary level is, to a certain extent, close to rebirth in alchemy practice. It involves the details of reshaping one's body and soul, and also creates a new way of internal and external contact. However, the paths followed by warriors and spell casters are different.
Inconsistent, different spellcasters also have different sources of externally connected spellcasting energy.
It can be said that the strong men in this world generally promote the reshaping of their souls and bodies from the outside in. Although this is a feasible path, most people will only get lost in the process of pursuing external power. Even if they use
Physical strength martial arts also focus on "external use".
As for Xuan Weizi's practice of alchemy, he has focused on inner defense, inner cultivation, and inner contemplation from the beginning. Rebirth is an achievement of physical and mental coordination. The source is internal and not external. Magical powers are obtained through practice rather than sought. However, in alchemy,
The shortcoming is that it has extremely high requirements for cultivators’ character and understanding, and the threshold is very high.
Xuan Weizi, who focuses on internal cultivation, exhibits spell-casting abilities that are closer to spiritual powers. However, the transformation of body, mind, and soul is not limited to any kind of spell-casting system, so Xuan Weizi himself can change the way of contact between the body and mind at any time.
.For example, activating "Nine True Mysterious Lights" to become a legendary druid, but the prerequisite is that he must master the specific details of that internal and external connection.
In fact, now that Xuan Weizi has been promoted to the legendary level, it is the first time that he has truly experienced the feeling of becoming a legendary psychic. It is indeed a breakthrough in realm, but since it is not an endogenous transformation, promotion to legend does not directly equal lifespan.
extend.
It's just that for spellcasters who have entered the legendary level, with the sublimation of spirit and body, their horizons have broadened, and their methods and techniques have correspondingly expanded. Some ideas that were impossible in the past can be realized when they reach the legendary level. Even the legendary druid can do it.
Because of the close connection with natural energy, life span is greatly extended.
On the contrary, legendary warriors, although their martial arts strength can continue to improve, and can even display various incredible supernatural martial arts, are still limited by their natural years. They are simply reaching the limit of the species' lifespan and not being affected by aging.
For legendary mages, with a longer lifespan and time, they can continue to study magic, accumulate experience, and improve their magic skills through various experiments. Therefore, legendary mages do not have a fixed development direction. In fact, every
Legendary mages are highly unique.
The driftwood sailing boat, which resembled a large beetle, slowly docked at the pier. The shore had been cleared of other people, and only the local dignitaries and mages of Sunset Port lined up to greet them. They probably had already heard from the Mutual Protection Alliance that the elves were not here.
I like the overly complicated and extravagant welcome ceremony of human beings.
Just as Xuan Weizi was about to step down the gangway, he suddenly sensed something and raised his head and looked into the distance.
On the other side of Sunset Harbor, the atmosphere was twisting and steaming due to the high temperature, and a dozen majestic figures were vaguely visible, flapping their broad wings and stirring up the air currents. They were the flying dragon army under Doragon.
A wizard can basically fly after mastering the third-level arcane spell, but the speed of "flying spell" is really embarrassing, and in actual combat, he has to control his own flight and cast spells, which is always inconvenient.
But it would be different if there were flying mounts. Before Doragon established the dragon kingdom, he was already a famous dragon researcher. He personally raised a large number of two-winged flying dragons and had a group of mages under his command who rode flying dragons to fight.
Winged flying dragons are known for being violent and difficult to tame, and it is difficult for other mages to raise large numbers of flying dragons. However, Doragon, as a legendary mage and dragon warlock, possesses dragon-veined magic power that no one else can match, and is able to control and command large numbers of flying dragons.
I saw more than a dozen two-winged flying dragons of different colors, with a pair of bat-like leathery wings and a wingspan of more than fifty feet. Their big mouths were full of sharp teeth. They let out a low roar from a distance. The scream sounded like
It is a mixture of wild boar and cow, harsh and unpleasant, and highly identifiable.
When the people in Sunset Harbor heard the roar of the flying dragon, a chaos suddenly arose. The screams of women, the cracking of clay pots, the opening and closing of door panels, and the sounds of animals flapping their fans all came one after another. It was as if some natural disaster was coming, and they were frightened.
Residents hid in their homes and did not dare to show their faces.
When the group of two-winged flying dragons arrived at the port, their wings flapped and raised strong winds and billowing dust. The Nahasa dignitaries on the dock were blown away, their robes flying around, and their eyes were blinded by the dust. They all hid in fear.
When I got behind the mages, I was afraid that I would be swallowed up by this brutal flying dragon.
"Looking at them like this, the two-winged flying dragons must have committed many crimes in the Nahasa chiefdom." Xuan Weizi said with a smile.
Sir Weston shrugged his shoulders: "Not all mages are as concerned about how to improve the lives of civilians as you are, Mr. Olanso. Doragon and the dragon-veined creatures under his command rule the Nahasa chiefdom through pure and direct violence.
.Those who disobey Doragon’s orders often end up with their whole family becoming the food of flying dragons. These big lizards don’t dislike the quality of meat.”
"Sir Weston said that, which makes me a little embarrassed." Xuan Weizi said with a smile.
"Your Excellency Oranso, you are the strangest person." Sir Weston said: "Even if you claim to be not out of good intentions and ideals in front of Siddons, I don't think so. Good intentions and ideals cannot just be seen.
In the heart, it depends on the specific actions.
If a person claims to have infinite goodwill and lofty ideals, but what he does is to harm the people and plunder, does this kind of goodwill and ideals have any meaning? To the people of the Mutual Protection Alliance, you are a veritable person on earth.
saint."
Xuan Weizi smiled: "Sir Weston, would you say such a thing? Is this another rumor in the Mutual Protection Alliance? Or, what do you have to say?"
Sir Weston also simply said: "The Mutual Protection Alliance has been a transitional method from the beginning, and now it is time to change. Has Your Excellency Olanso ever thought about being crowned emperor?"
"Isn't the Duke's position high enough?" Xuan Weizi asked.
"'Duke of the Heart' is just a title, not a noble family background." Sir Weston said: "Besides, with Mr. Olanso's achievements, there is no need to care about a noble family background. It's just that in the future, I will be like Doragon."
To deal with similar people, I'm afraid a more formal identity is needed... hmm? It's actually Doragon who is here in person?"
While the two were talking on the side of the ship, the mage on the two-winged flying dragon fell to the ground. The leader was wearing a gold-rimmed red robe, with shining blond hair, and a young and handsome face with sharp edges, revealing deep wisdom in his majesty. As Xuan Weizi said,
Among the male mages I have seen, this man is probably the most handsome, and he is no less handsome than Xuan Weizi.
"This must be the legendary 'Duke of the Heart' His Excellency Olanso!" The blond mage is Doragon. He stood on the shore and spoke loudly, his eyes scanning the body of Xuan Weizi with an aggressive gaze, and finally
Nod slightly.
The fact that Xuanweizi sent an avatar here is of course the top secret of the Mutual Protection Alliance. As for whether the other party can tell that it is an avatar, it depends on their ability. However, the incarnation of Xuanweizi was promoted to the legendary level while at sea.
, the life breath and magic fluctuations exposed were very different from those in the past, and he did not deliberately conceal them. Maybe Doragon really thought that Xuan Weizi himself came in person.
"Your Excellency, you are the 'Dragon Vein Sect Master' Doragon? I didn't expect you to greet me personally." Xuan Weizi walked down the gangway, and the two legendary figures stood opposite each other.
No one dared to speak out.
"Of course I should take the initiative to greet the distinguished guest when he comes." Doragon did not hide his arrogance, and did not have the previous attitude of sending letters to ask for help, which made Xuan Weizi seem to come to visit him.
Xuan Weizi didn't care, and introduced the female elf mystic who had just landed: "This is the great mystic of the Elf Alessa family, Ms. Vera."
The female elf wearing a flower crown and a white robe still looked indifferent. After seeing Doragon, she nodded slightly and actually expressed her greetings in dragon language.
Doragon seemed a little surprised and responded with a few words in ancient and profound dragon language. Then he smiled happily and turned to Xuan Weizi and said: "I have prepared a banquet to entertain the two distinguished guests. Please come with me!"