Bone King: Welcome the Birth of the King.

Chapter 393 World Item Effects: The Magician's Guild

Xiafengyue, June 25th.

Kingdom of Inbelia

The overcast sky completely blocked out the sunlight, and the air was somewhat humid, as it had just rained lightly.

The entire abandoned capital was permeated with a rotten, damp, and faint stench.

As an undead, Iveria didn't care about such trivial matters. A slight smile played on his lips beneath the mask as he looked at the magical ritual he had just completed with satisfaction.

"The 21st success means we have completely mastered it."

Iver said to himself, his tone cheerful.

She had been focused on the study and research of magic and knew very little about "magical rituals." Now, she had mastered this powerful ritual in just over ten days, which was something to be very happy about.

"Thanks to the legacy left by that immortal," Iveriai thought to himself.

The vast amount of magical materials consumed in the research of the ritual during this period all came from the legacy of the undead who was killed by the Dragon King.

"But I want to master the real ritual."

"According to the Dragon King's instructions, we also need to learn the magic enhancement technique called 'Magic Ascension'."

Iveria looked at the magical ritual set up in front of her, her pair of crimson eyes behind the mask flickering slightly with anticipation.

Her long-standing experiences have led her to believe that women should empower themselves, rather than learning to flatter and please men in order to gain their protection.

If you can fully master this ritual!
She can unleash 7th-tier magical power. It is said that the guardian deity of the Bahars Empire only possesses 6th-tier magical power, and he has lived longer than her.

of course.

Iverie knew that if they were to engage in direct combat, the guardian deity Fruda would be no match for her.

This is not determined by talent and hard work!
Iveria sometimes felt that becoming an immortal might not be such a bad thing.

but!
She would never be grateful to the evil dragon king who turned her and everyone else into immortals; she simply disliked and hated herself.

"I've been away for a month now, and I wonder how everyone in [Blue Rose] is doing."

Iverai thought to himself silently.

Lajus must be very worried about herself. She longs to go back, but there are more important things to do now.

Through his contact with the [Abyssal Body], Iveria became increasingly suspicious that the dragon king hiding behind this organization and controlling them might be the same true dragon king who destroyed their country.

We absolutely need to figure this out!

"Oh."

A calm voice suddenly rang out from mid-air.

Iver turned sharply and whispered in the direction the sound came from, "Crystal Dagger!"

Whoosh!Whoosh!
The crystal, sparkling and translucent, solidified into a dagger and shot out at lightning speed.

The attack failed.

There was no one in the direction from which the sound came.

"Dragon King... Your Majesty?"

Iverai took a small step back, cautiously asking the question as she spoke.

"You've worked very hard and have completely mastered the 'Magic Ascension Ritual'."

Tang Zheng used "Ninjutsu: Concealment" to make himself invisible, standing not far away, looking at the magical ritual constructed by Iver Ai, and nodded almost imperceptibly.

This time, instead of transforming into a dragon, it appeared as a normal human.

Before this.

Even while in stealth mode, Tang Zheng maintained his dragon form as a precaution, ensuring that his human identity would not be exposed should any unexpected situations arise.

And now!
With the world-class item [Two Realms Mandala] in hand, I no longer need to be so cautious, even if I suddenly encounter the True Dragon King.

With the inherent attribute of the world-class item, "World Guardian," Tang Zheng was confident in dealing with this unexpected situation and did not need to worry about being affected by the Origin Magic.

Facing an enemy with world-class items or a true dragon king, having world-class items or not are two completely different concepts!

"Your Majesty the Dragon King, you've returned."

Iverai's tense body relaxed, and she spoke with surprise and a hint of curiosity:
"Has the Dragon King found that place?"

He disappeared for more than ten days and has now returned.

The result is probably already known.

Iverai was equally curious; that place called "Sanctuary" or "Buddha Realm" must be related to the deity "Buddha".

After all, this powerful Dragon King had offered the "Magic Ascension Ritual," a knowledge that allows one to use magical power across different levels in exchange.

No matter how you analyze it, it's definitely not simple.

"not at all."

Tang Zheng feigned disappointment and sighed, without admitting that he had gained anything.

Although the harvest was frighteningly large!
Tang Zheng's gaze unconsciously drifted to his waist, the part of his body that was being covered by his clothes.

The five-colored scroll, known as the "Two Realms Mandala," was rolled up like a magic scroll and tied around Tang Zheng's waist.

It's not that I don't want to put it away and put it in the prop box.

It simply cannot be stored in!
In simpler terms, world-class items have a higher "rank" and cannot be stored in the player's storage space; they can only be carried with them.

The specific abilities of the [Two Worlds Mandala] are not complicated. In addition to the "world" protection effect that all world-class items have, it also has other functions.

This means that you can forcibly pull your opponent into either the "Vajradhatu Mandala" or the "Garbhatu Mandala" within the "Two Realms Mandala".

If the opponent is able to defeat the four Heavenly Kings, then the ownership of the [Two Realms Mandala] will be transferred automatically.

This is somewhat similar to another world-class item, the "Map of Mountains and Rivers," but it is also completely different.

As the holder of the [Two Realms Mandala], Tang Zheng can choose at any time to expel enemies from the other dimension.

That is to say!

If Tang Zheng were willing, the enemy would have no way to defeat the four Heavenly Kings in the two Mandala Spaces at the same time.

However, the [Map of Mountains and Rivers] is different. If an enemy deliberately enters, the holder of the item cannot forcibly expel the enemy. As long as the enemy escapes from the alternate dimension, the ownership will be directly transferred.

It's difficult to judge which of the two props is better or worse.

The [Two Realms Mandala] has only two different dimensions, while the [Mountains and Rivers Map] has 100 different dimensions.

but!

Tang Zheng felt that the [Two Realms Mandala] had much greater room for maneuver, and the reason he only returned now was because he had been studying this world-class item for the past few days.

For example, if the enemy is pulled into the Mandala space, Tang Zheng, as the holder, can also enter together and fight the enemy with the help of the two Heavenly Kings.

Although the Heavenly King is only level 85, he possesses a terrifying buff of "-90% physical or magical damage", making him no weaker than two level 100 characters in terms of fighting power.

Also.

He discovered that the effects of World-Class Items were actually not complicated; rather, they were simple and straightforward. After appearing in another world, World-Class Items would more or less develop certain general abilities! In the "YGGDRASIL" setting, these World-Class Items were formed from small worlds, and each one possessed the power to fight against an entire world!

Tang is currently researching and discovering that the [Two Realms Mandala] may also possess time-related abilities.

Currently.

The only thing he couldn't understand was that both sides of the mandala were blank outlines, without any image of Buddha.

Tang Zheng wasn't sure if this world-class item looked like this in the game; without the Buddha seated in meditation, it felt like something was missing.

"..."

Iver opened his mouth, sensing that the Dragon King must be in a bad mood after gaining nothing, and his voice tightened:
"The information was provided by the [Abyssal Body]. Is there a problem?"

"Have they contacted you during this time?" Tang Zheng didn't answer directly, but asked calmly.

The "Magic Ascension Ritual" was not precious to Tang Zheng, but it was of immeasurable value to other magic chanters.

Even Iverai noticed that Tang Zheng valued information about the "Holy Domain" and "Buddha God," so the people of the [Abyss Body] naturally could also figure it out.

Tang Zheng needed to give others the illusion that he had gained nothing, or even that the information provided by the [Abyss Body] was worthless.

This information concerns world-class items and the investigation of the player "Buddha God." If this information falls into the hands of someone with ulterior motives, they might be able to make some connections.

Iver's aura changed, and a surge of anger rose within him.

"These guys actually dared to tamper with the deal!" Iver was a little annoyed, after all, she was the one who made the deal.

Moreover, this also involves the investigation into the identity of the true dragon king who destroyed the Kingdom of Inberia.

If someone with the "Abyss Body" cheats or manipulates a transaction, it proves that the other party is not trustworthy.

"Benjerry of the Abyss secretly visited three more times during the Dragon King's absence, seeking enhanced knowledge on magical advancement."

Iveria answered truthfully, her tone cold: "I cite the absence of the Dragon King as the reason that a deal cannot be made."

Tang Zheng pondered for a moment, then smiled gently: "The people of the [Abyss Body] are more anxious than we imagined."

"Yes."

Iverai nodded, agreeing with this point: "Perhaps it's because the undead crave knowledge, or perhaps it's to deal with the dragon king who controls the abyss body more quickly."

"Perhaps it's for both reasons. Should we give them a warning?"

“Contact the [Abyssal Body] and renegotiate the previous deal,” Tang Zheng said to Iver Ai after a moment’s thought.

"what?"

Iver was stunned for a moment, not reacting immediately.

"The information they provided regarding the 'Sanctuary' was inaccurate; this useless intelligence was eroding the trust between the two sides."

Tang Zheng spoke calmly and indifferently, looking at Iver Ai, and suddenly asked:
"You must be a vampire-type undead, right?"

"Yes, yes, Your Majesty the Dragon King."

Iveria hesitated for a moment before speaking slowly, as she was having some trouble keeping up with the Dragon King's train of thought.

"Then let them bring out their research on vampire-type undead again. This is easier to verify than the vague 'Sanctuary'."

Tang Zheng's lips curled up slightly, his tone remaining unchanged:
"As a vampire-type undead, you should also be able to gain something and improve your strength."

That's right!

Tang Zheng planned to make the best of both worlds. No one but Tang Zheng himself could judge the veracity of the information about the "Holy Domain".

Not to mention that the information about the [Abyss Body] was already over a hundred years out of date, so it wasn't exactly Tang Zheng deliberately deceiving them.

Under normal circumstances.

Once the exchange of intelligence and knowledge between the two parties is completed, it cannot be exchanged again, regardless of whether it is true or false.

This has a strong suspicion of being a rogue.

but!

Tang Zheng had a firm grasp on the fact that those with the [Abyss Body] now had a stronger desire than ever for the magical enhancement technique of "Magic Ascension".

"Is this...is this appropriate?"

A strange feeling welled up inside Iverie, and she was a little at a loss. She felt that she had gotten a great deal.

The Dragon King traded his knowledge, and now that he has not only learned the "Magic Ascension Ritual," he must trade again to acquire the knowledge of the vampire undead.

And up to now, it seems I haven't given anything in return.

"We're friends, aren't we?"

Tang Zheng seemed to be able to see the bewildered look on Iver's face behind the mask. He smiled, his gaze becoming deep and unfathomable.
"In the future, we may have to deal with powerful enemies. If you are too weak and get killed, I will be sad."

"Ah, ah."

Iverai became even more flustered, an unprecedented tension welling up in her chest, and her fingers unconsciously clenched together.

—The Kingdom of Riyesteje.

King's capital.

Clem stood at the door of a conference room, his face serious, wearing a bright silver full suit of armor, his thick, upturned triangular eyebrows slightly furrowed.

He had an unapproachable demeanor and seemed completely unsmiling.

The magic chanter who deliberately passed by here, under Clem's sharp gaze, gritted his teeth and quickly passed through the corridor.

Disappointment flashed in the eyes of the departing magic chanters.

No one thought of it.

Princess Lana, who is known as "Golden," will suddenly appear at their Mage Guild, along with Renas, who is also known as "Blood Rose."

These two women!
However, the two most famous and beautiful women in the capital at present.

These magic chanters, who deliberately passed by the conference room door, wanted to witness Princess Lana and Renas's beauty firsthand.

Unfortunately, we can't see anything!
Clem remained expressionless, one hand resting on the hilt of the sword hanging at his waist, preventing anyone from approaching.

The Mage's Guild doesn't have a high profile in the Kingdom of Ri Yestize, which reveres chivalry; even Clem is affected by this.

Of course, he wouldn't underestimate these magical incantations.

He had witnessed the power of truly powerful magic chanters, a power that ordinary warriors and small armies could never contend with.

Two figures who once fought in the palace came to mind.

Iver Ai of the Blue Rose!

Tang, the embodiment of free will!
Thinking of these two people, a hint of awe and admiration flashed in Clem's eyes, something outsiders might not understand.

He knew why Princess Lana and Lady Renas were at the Mage Guild headquarters.

This concerns the conflict with the Bahars Empire that will occur in a month or two.

and so!
Clem absolutely forbids anyone from approaching the conference room, lest they leak or eavesdrop on intelligence.

(End of this chapter)