Necromancer, summoning 055? What the heck?

Chapter 239 The Tidal Pact: Remnants of the Old Party, New Gods of the Vast Sea
The sea creatures, or more precisely, the Naga among the sea creatures, had an unparalleled visit experience in the Vast Ocean Territory.

For a long time, the relationship between sea creatures and land-dwelling races could be described as mild, even mildly, as "mutual wariness." Their interactions were more like a contest of wills; respect was nonexistent!
The logic is simple: if the profits from killing sea creatures are greater than the profits from hosting them, then the stigmatization of sea creatures is an inevitable event.

Before slaughtering the vampires, humans said the vampires were murderous; before attacking the giants, they said the giants were tyrannical; when eradicating the goblins, they said the goblins were greedy; when driving out the sea creatures, they said the sea creatures were ugly...

This sea creature was truly fed up, but there was nothing they could do!
The ocean is the foundation of the sea creatures, but also their shackle. Some of them can leave the sea and enter the land for a short time, but this time is very limited and usually does not exceed half a day.

The reason why the sea tribe's elaborate classical reception ceremony only took three and a half hours is because they considered that they would need to communicate, negotiate, and attend banquets with the lord afterward. If the process took too long, they would not be able to handle it.

Especially when dealing with such a curious lord who asks about everything.

Many historical truths are buried beneath the stories. For example, Chen Mo only understood what the so-called 30-kilometer near-shore free action zone was after having a thorough conversation with Cersei, the Daughter of the Tides.

This is an ancient, equal covenant made in the name of the gods. Its precise wording is that humans can freely navigate and move within a 30-kilometer radius of the coastline, while sea creatures can freely enter and leave within a 30-kilometer radius of the land adjacent to the ocean.

Thirty kilometers is basically the main assault distance for a large-scale amphibious landing operation by the sea creatures; they also need to allow time for their return.

The boundaries of power extend to the places where force can reach.

However, after the various tribes made an agreement, the sea creatures stopped coming ashore as often.

Sea creatures have never liked going ashore, and there's nothing they need on land. In the past, because there were no rules, humans often ventured into the open sea to hunt sea beasts and even caused great damage to the marine environment, which led the sea creatures to come ashore and retaliate.

Humans' invasions of the open seas have now been largely contained, and sea creatures rarely land anymore.

"We, we've suffered many losses too. Humans are too despicable!"

Cersei seemed to be reminded of painful memories, or perhaps the alcohol was taking its toll, as she angrily shouted, "Humans always hurt us! We're on this territory on land, and then enemies from another territory come to attack us, without letting us know they're from another territory. We don't even know they're from another territory; we think they're from this territory..."

The translator brought by the other party gave Chen Mo a headache, but fortunately, the Han Hai territory had its own sea people who were proficient in their language.

Helan lowered his voice slightly and explained to Chen Mo succinctly, "A cross-border attack, framing someone else!"

This explains it. For example, if the sea creatures come to visit the Vast Ocean Territory, and Zircon sends people to deal a heavy blow to them, the sea creatures will undoubtedly vent their anger on the Vast Ocean Territory.

As for Zircon Territory, it is located inland and doesn't care about the sea creatures' revenge.

Therefore, the more fiercely the sea creatures retaliate, the more severely they will be attacked the next time they land, to the point that the sea creatures will be unwilling to land again in the future.

Not only could they be dragged away and turned into seafood, but they could also become tools for humans to kill each other. What's the point?

For this reason, Cersei was pleasantly surprised and satisfied with Chen Mo's meticulously prepared and lavish hospitality. The guests and hosts enjoyed themselves immensely, the atmosphere was warm and lively, and some minor requests regarding the leased islands were readily granted.

"Right now, my mother and the others don't know you yet, they don't know you're such a kind human. Otherwise, my mother would definitely come and experience your etiquette... Then, you can even visit our Naga's sea area..."

Cersei became happier and happier as she talked, clearly finding great emotional value in today's hospitality.

There's even more to come!
As the banquet drew to a close, the security department fulfilled the lord's instructions, and Liushuang, as the representative, presented this special gift to the Naga clan.

A tablet covered with a waterproof film captured the entire process of the sea creatures' journey from the tides to entering the palace gate, and the footage could be played on a loop even while submerged in water.

This pleased the Daughter of the Tide greatly.

The sense of respect from today's ceremony is certainly satisfying, but nothing compares to the satisfaction of going back and showing it off to your clansmen again and again!
Relations between the two sides have warmed up again, and with the leaders of both sides setting the tone, the prospects for future cooperation can be described as bright.

Seeing that it was getting late, and that if they stayed any longer, the sea creatures might turn into dried goods, the Lord of the Vast Ocean bid farewell to the reluctant sea creatures and saw them off once again on the sea.

Before parting, Lord Chen Mo earnestly instructed: "I can manage Emerald Bay, so don't worry. Send people over as soon as possible to build an embassy district at the dock. We will maintain close communication and exchange information at all times!"

"Oh, and don't forget about the deep-sea specimens I asked you to collect!"

"Please help me plan the shipping route to the Diaoyu Islands as soon as possible. Also, please mark any dangerous areas in the sea so I can try my best not to cause you any trouble!"

"We've made some progress on what you lost last time. I'll let you know as soon as there's any news."

"By the way, how did you do that water-flowing spell? Teach us sometime, it's so cool!"

Cersei almost didn't want to leave.

Finally, amidst the long, melodious horns of the sea creatures, like the song of whales, the Naga delegation slowly sank into the deep blue sea and disappeared.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

In the third year of its development, the Vast Ocean Territory is slowly expanding its diplomatic relations. After seeing off the elves and bidding farewell to the Naga, Lord Chen Mo immediately threw himself into his next task.

This time, it was the lord's own people who came... oh no, they should be his own undead.

The first group of migrating necromancers and undead creatures from the land of exile finally arrived at the Vast Ocean.

Perfect timing! The setup we just used to receive the sea creatures is still up. With a few minor modifications, it can be put to use.

The first to arrive were [Rotten Sac] and the undead team he had incited. Although this guy was very greedy throughout, it wasn't a big flaw for Chen Mo.

The lord isn't afraid of you making money; what he's afraid of is you making money but not doing anything.

【Rotten Sac】is a typical action-taker. He informed Lord Chen twice and frankly told him about the inside story of the Exile. More importantly, he is also very good at being an opinion leader. He often raises his voice to guide those confused necromancers to the bright path to the Vast Sea.

Chen Mo even saw a bit of the charisma of the bald eagle, the big orange one, in him.

Perhaps because he had a clear understanding of human nature, his speeches always struck a chord with people. Chen Mo once saw this guy's highly persuasive speech in a video sent by Doyle.

"We are the remnants of the old era! We have been abandoned by the gods!"

With those words, the restless crowd gradually quieted down. "The glorious era of necromancers has been over for far too long... so long that most of us, from birth to death, can only immerse ourselves in the quagmire of despair in the Exile, feeling our flesh and soul slowly rotting in the deathly silence."

"Once we leave this valley, we don't know where else we can go."

"Look! The smog in this valley has shrouded our lives in darkness!"

[Rotten Sac]'s hands were outstretched, reaching towards the sky, as if embracing the sunlight that could never penetrate the valley of the land of exile, and his voice gradually became higher and higher.

"Now, we have encountered a venerable necromancer lord!"

"Do you know how long it's been since a necromancer lord appeared on this continent?"

“You don’t know, and neither do I. I even doubt whether there have ever been any necromancer lords in history, because we have never heard of such a story.”

"Now, the ancient, fallen gods have given us a chance, which may be the only chance we have in our lives."

"Follow a necromancer lord and build an undead kingdom on earth!"

[Rotten Sac]'s face was filled with piety, and a faint arc of light emanated from his body.

“I knelt down in reverence before that esteemed lord, and he told me something.”

"In that great land, our descendants are free to learn any skill they wish. They can become warriors, arcane mages, enchanting masters, blacksmiths, and of course, like their noble lords, necromancers!"

That sentence is the real killer move.

This is a potential demand that is difficult for outsiders to grasp.

Necromancers, especially the low-level ones, lead very unsatisfactory lives. However, in the Exile, besides repairing bones and piecing together flesh, there are not many other career development paths available.

If most children don't have the talent of a necromancer, they can only become ordinary people, like Xiaomuzhi, the lowest level of society.

In a place where necromancers have already fallen to the lowest level of exile, if their offspring are to fall even further down the social ladder, then there is indeed no need to have children.

"is this real?"

An old necromancer with graying hair staggered out of the crowd, knelt down, and asked in a hoarse voice.

【腐囊】Raise your right hand.

"In the name of the Lord of the Underworld, in the name of the wise men of the dead, and with all the wealth and possessions of my decaying body as proof, it is absolutely true!"

Everyone believed it immediately.

The crowd surged forward and formed a long queue in front of the registration desk that Fu Nang had arranged.

Finally, amidst the bustling crowd, [Rotten Sac]'s clear and resolute voice could be faintly heard in the video: "On this great day, we have met a new god!"

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Upon disembarking at Emerald Bay Marina, [Rotten Sac] immediately knelt down, burying her round face in the still damp carpet, closing her eyes, and muttering to herself.

Behind him, necromancers filed out of the ship's cabin, each with a different appearance. There were old men, frail as candles in the wind, barely able to stand with the help of bone staffs; there were young men, their faces as pale as paper, their eyes a mixture of timidity and curiosity; and there were many more ordinary necromancers, their faces withered and their expressions numb.

They watched [Rotten Sac]'s actions with some confusion at first, but as the people in the front row knelt down one by one, everyone seemed to have found their backbone and knelt down in a chaotic, imitative manner.

Arriving in an unfamiliar place, they could only instinctively follow the person walking in front.

Lin En was in charge of receiving Han Hailing.

Classical rituals are used to welcome the sea creatures, but warriors are needed to welcome the undead. For these necromancers and the undead creatures behind them, a powerful, well-armored, and formidable army is more reassuring than any ritual.

What does the territory of a necromancer lord look like?
In the imaginations of these necromancers, was it more open? Brighter? Or perhaps more desolate than the Exile? With skeletons and zombies roaming the dunes?

As they swayed and staggered off the ship, the first thing they saw was the military honor guard of the Third Brigade of the First Army of the Hanhai Army.

Selected from the prisoners of war abandoned by Sargeris, the orcs, averaging over two meters tall, had armor plates that reflected the sunlight. Half of the honor guard carried standard long weapons, while the other half carried bright red battle flags, forming a magnificent welcoming procession.

The strong living greet the lonely dead.

For these necromancers who had spent years with death and shadows, this scorching, vibrant, and energetic lineup did not make them uncomfortable. On the contrary, it brought them an unprecedented sense of "reassurance." At least, the lord they had pledged allegiance to was truly powerful!

The process is also completely different from that of elves or sea creatures.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Lynn invited these guys to board the "bus" from the Vast Ocean Territory!
The truck was still being towed by sand beetles. Since Chen Mo came to the Vast Ocean, these guys have been quite fortunate. The rapid expansion of their territory's planting area has provided the beetles with an ample food source. At the same time, the sand people no longer need to dig out the meat from the beetles' bodies to make jerky. This has led to the rapid expansion of the sand beetle population, which has now become the main mode of transportation in the city.

The bus route was chosen to circle the main area of ​​Hanhailing, essentially a sightseeing tour by bus.

In the agricultural area, they saw endless, lush green fields. In this era dominated by natural agriculture, such a planned and constructed, sprawling agricultural area, divided by square irrigation canals and straight roads, was nothing short of a spectacle to the necromancers.

In the industrial zone, the endless rows of factory buildings resemble a crouching behemoth, with giant chimneys spewing thick black smoke, and vast stretches of deep blue solar panels that seem to stretch to the horizon. Meanwhile, the constant flow of transport vehicles radiates a rhythmic vitality.

In the city, they saw wide and clean streets, neatly arranged houses and shops, and throngs of pedestrians of all races;
The tall, burly ogre walked side by side with the dwarf, though their shoulders were not quite level.
A fully armed centaur patrol sped past, drawing envious glances from a large group of children;
Construction was still underway in some corners of the city, and one could vaguely make out the presence of humans, orcs, half-orcs, and goblins. However, the laborers had rosy complexions and bright eyes, which contrasted sharply with the pale or ashen faces of the necromancers on the vehicle.
[Rotten Sac] raised his hand high once again, his voice filled with a hint of fanaticism.

"Remnants of the old era!"

"We are embarking on a new era!"

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