Rune Vortex & Bodies
Finding a strong source of energy wasn't particularly difficult. The Sacred Desert's Energy Vein released strong currents of energy – excess energy that spread far into the Sacred Desert to transform the Beginner Region into an Intermediate Region.
The transformation process was slow and arduous, but it was highly advantageous that the Energy Vein had excess energy to accelerate it. Michael would tap into the excess energy and absorb as much as possible over the next few months.
He disappeared in the Sacred Desert after telling everyone what they had to do and how they were supposed to react in specific situations. His subjects were supposed to focus on expanding his territory and only report to him if a powerful Lord or High Beast Hordes too strong for the Untamed Army and Awakened to handle invaded their lands.