fantasy realm

Hiss...

Without much consideration, Jiang Han tore open the bestowed scroll.

A white light emerged, flowing into the center of his brows.

Why does the bestowed scroll, despite its S-grade designation, not appear particularly powerful? Because, when utilized, it can enhance not only active attack skills, but also a wide range of options.

For example, in the past, he consumed the bestowed scroll to elevate his riding skill to advanced, thus gaining more attribute bonuses on his mount.

It can be said that, used properly, this scroll's effects can rival an S-grade skill.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: You used the S-grade item [Bestowal Scroll]. Please choose the skill you want to advance!

"Daydreaming!" Jiang Han decisively declared.

The daydreaming skill obtained from Martin's body, when used skillfully, can be considered a divine technique! Deceiving powerful skills from opponents is sometimes enough to change the outcome of a battle!

If the grade of daydreaming is upgraded, its effects might become even more marvelous.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Congratulations! Through the bestowed scroll, the active skill [Daydreaming] (B-grade) has evolved into [Illusionary Domain] (A-grade)!

[Illusionary Domain] (A-grade)

Introduction: The power of illusion is false but also miraculous. Unreasonable dreams are the source of miracles.

Effect: Creates illusions that deceive opponents in line with the skill name.

Additional Effect: Can change the false skill name once every thirty days.

Current Skill Name: None

Cooldown Time: Two hours

...

Strong!

Jiang Han had to admit, as smart as he was, he had made a very correct choice.

Compared to daydreaming, Illusionary Domain can change skill names, and "creating illusions in line with the skill name" is simply extraordinary.

This is more than just an A-grade skill; used properly, it might even terrify opponents!

After all, once the effects of "daydreaming" spread, its impact would be greatly diminished, while Illusionary Domain can change skill names multiple times, making it unpredictable.

"Skill name..."

Jiang Han thought for a moment, giving Illusionary Domain a cool and domineering name—

Eternal Rest!

Even though he didn't know how to bury the heavens, whether it's turning the world upside down or poking a hole in the sky, but... burying it would suffice!

Naming for serious people, who cares if it's reasonable.

However, just as he was about to confirm, Jiang Han hesitated, and once again changed the name—

Forbidden · Eternal Rest!

Such a powerful skill, it's not a curse, sounds more fitting.

The challenging treasure hunt ended, Jiang Han logged out after having lunch, went to trouble the Sharp Iron Beast again, a level 100 elite monster, rich in experience and rare to encounter. While leveling up, he could also summon the Dark Thunder Tiger to help it grow quickly.

"Swoosh!"

Golden light scattered.

At four o'clock in the afternoon, Jiang Han reached level 85!

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Your pet [Dark Thunder Tiger] has entered the growth stage!

At the same time, the phase of the Dark Thunder Tiger also changed, transitioning from the young stage to the growth stage. It would probably take a bit longer to go from the growth stage to maturity than before...

At least before completing the mainline quest, Jiang Han was not planning to specifically promote the Dark Thunder Tiger's phase. Currently, the celestial-level mount in the growth stage was already powerful enough—

[Dark Thunder Tiger] (Growth Stage)

Grade: Celestial-level BOSS Mount

Level: 140

Movement Speed: 250%

Attack: 150%

HP: 180%

Defense: 60%

Effect: Tenacity +80%

Skill: [Super Tenacity]

Skill: [Charge Straight In]

Introduction: Brief

...

Even in the growth stage, the Dark Thunder Tiger had surpassed the Blue Scale Beast in all aspects, with a speed boost of up to 250%!

Moreover, the two additional skills of the Dark Thunder Tiger were not to be underestimated—

[Super Tenacity] (Passive) (S-grade): Under riding status, tenacity increases by 30%.

[Charge Straight In] (Passive) (S-grade): Significant increase in impact force, and enhancement of knockback effect.

Stowing the Blue Scale Beast, Jiang Han summoned the significantly larger Dark Thunder Tiger, mounted it, and the panel values instantly skyrocketed—

[Harbinger of Destruction·Jiang Han] (Spirit-level BOSS)

Level: 85

HP: 20,127,150

Attack: 35,343-37,103

Defense: 24,705-25,740

Prestige: 625,300

Luck: 9

Introduction: One of the prominent figures of the Dark Faction, the choice of the Dragon Domain may determine his fate.

...

A significant increase in attack and defense, with a pleasing 20 million life points.

Jiang Han took a deep breath and shouted, "Take off for me!"

As a celestial-level BOSS, and also having its attributes and potential boosted by the pet advancement stone, swift running was inevitable, but he was more eager for flight!

The wings of a celestial-level mount couldn't possibly be plain white, right?

"Swoosh!"

The Dark Thunder Tiger spread its wings, more than four meters in diameter, sprinting forward, then leaped gently, the whole body entering the air, taking Jiang Han away from the ground.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Due to the Dark Thunder Tiger still being in the growth stage, manned flight can only last for half an hour, with a flight height not exceeding two hundred meters. After that, a five-hour flight cooldown is required!

Half an hour, two hundred meters?

Jiang Han felt it was acceptable. When the time was right, riding the Dark Thunder Tiger to kill ground-level BOSSes, half an hour would be more than enough.

Of course, killing ground-level BOSSes now was a bit difficult. Without using the Dark Reincarnation, breaking through the defense of higher-level ones would be extremely challenging. If he found the Dwarven race and forged the Bloodsucking Sword, maybe there would be a chance.

Enjoying the ride on the Dark Thunder Tiger in the air for about ten minutes, Jiang Han landed, saving some flight time, and the system also initiated the cooldown at the right time.

Roughly half an hour later, Jiang Han returned to the Evil Dragon Town.

Returning again, changing mounts, leveling up, improving attributes, and a bunch of players came forward to welcome him enthusiastically...

Returning in triumph!

This was Jiang Han's evaluation after personally experiencing it.

"Damn, that guy is here again!"

"What should we do? Should we call on Meirui region players to deal with him again?"

"One Jiang Han comes and goes as he pleases, we can't stop him at all..."

...

Those Meirui region players watched helplessly as Jiang Han swaggered into the Evil Dragon Town on his black tiger, gritting their teeth with deep resentment.

Too blatant!

Entering and leaving without any concealment, this person completely disregards us Meirui region players!

Not long after, Fatal Rose walked out of the mayor's mansion, looking at Jiang Han with annoyance on her face. "You're here

 again, endlessly?"

"You helped with the divination, and I will naturally leave," Jiang Han said lightly. "After all, it's a task, and the rewards are generous. It would be a shame to give up."

"You!"

Fatal Rose's anger was brewing, then coldly said, "You... are forcing me!"

As she spoke, she raised both hands, and in front of her appeared a half-transparent, football-sized pearl shining with white light. Her fingertips trembled as she tapped on the pearl, seemingly casting a skill.

...

Jiang Han witnessed this scene, frowned slightly, and then relaxed, not forcefully interrupting her casting process.

To avoid making Fatal Rose feel powerless and completely giving up the struggle, she probably wouldn't be willing to help him with divination.

If that's the case, then let's see what she intends to do.

"Swoosh!"

Suddenly, that pearl burst into dazzling brilliance.

"She's going to use that move..."

"Snow Emperor was once killed by the guild leader with this move. Jiang Han may not be able to escape either!"

"Guild leader, go for it, make the Eastern Region's number one master pay the price!"

...

The nearby members of the Evil Dragon Guild seemed to know what skill Fatal Rose was about to release, cheering and encouraging.

"Swoosh! Swoosh!"

A strong pulling force was generated around, no teleportation array, but both Jiang Han and Fatal Rose disappeared on the spot, the field of vision shifted, and what appeared was a silent, damp cave interior.

"Ding!~"

System prompt: Player Fatal Rose used the skill [Light of Sacrifice], forcibly teleporting you to the target location: [Python Cave] (4584, 9990). As a cost, your level has been reduced by 20!

"Hiss hiss..."

The sound of snakes hissing came from the depths of the cave, sharp and piercing.

A few seconds later, a snake, as thick as a water bucket, slithered over. Its snake scales were pitch black, shimmering with a mysterious light. Its appearance was extremely fierce, with intimidating fangs. Its emerald green pupils stared at the two unexpected guests, entering a combat state.

The situation was about to unfold.

"I can't kill you, and players from Meirui region can't kill you either. Now, let's see if you can defeat a ground-level BOSS with your true abilities!" Fatal Rose clenched her fists, feeling a sense of satisfaction in avenging a great hatred.

The penalty for Light of Sacrifice was severe. If it wasn't absolutely necessary, she didn't want to use it. But if she could use the power of the BOSS to kill Jiang Han, even if she couldn't get the first kill, she felt that her reputation would be thoroughly spread, and the benefits would outweigh the drawbacks.

"This..."

Jiang Han was speechless.

He was thinking of waiting until after completing the mainline quest to figure out a way to deal with ground-level BOSSes and obtain better equipment and items. Unexpectedly, Fatal Rose forced him to fight against a ground-level BOSS other than Ullier!

What did he do wrong?

Why force him to get ground-level equipment now?