Chapter 109: Stuck & Stalled
The six dragon mages skillfully controlled the skeleton warriors rushing in, not solely relying on their own abilities but also using the dragon spearmen's skills. The skeleton warriors found themselves ensnared by Wind Shackles and Stuns, effectively placing them under constant crowd control and rendered them incapable of fighting back.
Lin pondered the monter's intelligence level. Unlike instinct-driven monsters in other dungeons, these dragon spearmen demonstrated a basic level of intelligence, employing simple tactics to maintain control over the battlefield. Fortunately, Lin's ample reserve of skeletons allowed him to quickly adapt and find ways to counter them.
A vast number of skeletons surged into the fray, disrupting the dragon spearmen's coordinated assault and creating chaos. Despite their efforts to resist, the dragon spearmen could only manage to stun the skeleton warriors, trapping them in a state of inaction. Yet, the outer skeletons could not breach the defense, and those within were immobilized, bearing the brunt of the dragon spearmen's attacks silently.
When some dragon spearmen attempted to leap out of the skeleton encirclement, the outer skeleton warriors leapt up in response, leading to a mid-air collision that resulted in both parties retreating. The skeleton mages then unleashed a barrage of elemental spells, overwhelming the dragon spearmen with sheer force.
The sky turned a fiery red as a deluge of fire rained down, targeting the skeleton mages directly, a strategic move by the dragon mage monsters. This intelligence, albeit limited, indicated a prioritization of threats. Despite this, the skeleton mages' elemental resistance reduced the incoming damage significantly, allowing them to continue their onslaught.
As Lin advanced, protected by his flickering skeletal armor, he prepared to use the Corpse Explosion skill, annihilating the dragon spearmen with a powerful blast. This victory netted him a considerable amount of experience and materials, though the coveted dragon materials Bai Yiyuan requested remained elusive.
Encountering a patrol of dragon spearmen without the presence of dragon mages, Lin opted for a tactical approach, utilizing the agility of his skeleton warriors to lure the dragon spearmen away. Paying careful attention to avoid previous mistakes, he managed to avoid direct confrontation with the dragon mages, leading to a successful ambush.
Ready for action, Lin deployed the Slowing Curse, significantly reducing the speed of the dragon spearmen and allowing the skeleton mages to unleash their spells effectively. The ensuing battle saw the dragon spearmen overwhelmed by the combined might of Lin's forces, culminating in a victorious explosion that decimated the remaining dragon spearmen.
Among the spoils was a dragon's horn, a rare material, highlighting the low drop rate of the desired items. The encounter underscored the potential need for multiple dungeon runs to gather all the necessary materials.
Recovering from his debuffs, Lin quickly strategized to mitigate the skeleton warriors' vulnerability to control effects, realizing that even their formidable attributes could be nullified by powerful skills. This revelation prompted Lin to reconsider his approach, emphasizing the need for adaptability and tactical planning in facing the dungeon's challenges.
As Lin continued deeper into the dungeon, he encountered more dragon spearmen and mages, prepared this time to counter their tactics with a blend of cunning and brute force. The battle underscored the complexity of hell-level dungeons, pushing Lin to employ every skill and tactic at his disposal to overcome the formidable dragon foes.