Alone and Infinite.

Chapter 435 Final preparations
The three little ones were incredibly fast; by the time Li Xia returned to his personal space, they were already waiting in the living room.

"A battle for a third-tier world! We've actually run into one!"

Awoo excitedly left the dragon egg and flew in a figure-eight pattern in mid-air.

"Third-tier battles are rare?"

Li Xia happened to hear this and couldn't help but ask curiously.

"Rare! No, it can't be said to be rare."

Awoo landed on the dragon egg, waving its little paws, and said with absolute certainty:

"The main problem is that the third tier is too low, and the temple prefers to use derivative worlds to cultivate apostles."

They don't particularly value the original world unless there are special benefits.

"So—the world we're fighting over is very likely a world that offers special benefits?"

Li Xia became genuinely interested:

"Where did the information come from?"

"Hehe, I infiltrated a club and got the information from there."

Aowu paused here, and the dragon's expression was a little strange, as if it was suppressing a laugh.

"The club's name is—'All the Summoned Creatures of the Temple Unite as One Family'."

Pfft—Hahahaha!

Xiao Long finally couldn't help but laugh.

Li Xia:
What kind of bizarre club is this?!
"Actually, the main problem is that some apostles don't treat their summoned creatures as companions, but rather as trash that they can send to their deaths at any time."

They thought that having a palace contract meant there wouldn't be any problems.

Aowu stopped laughing, calmed himself down, and then said in a slightly serious tone:
"Most apostles are good to their followers, but there are always some oddballs."

These followers and summoned creatures have their own thoughts and feelings, so this club is actually a gathering of them.

This is a place to vent stress and complain. Boss, can you believe it? In this club, quite a few followers can't even afford a special cocktail that costs 50 in the Hall of Fame!
Because their owners don't treat them as creatures with needs at all!

I ordered drinks for them a few times, and we became close friends who could talk about anything.

that is----"

At this point, Aowu suddenly became somewhat saddened and sighed as he said:

"After each world tournament ends, there are always fewer familiar faces in the club. Although there are new additions, it's always a bit of a pity."

Li Xia nodded; this club was indeed a very good source of information.

Just like normal people don't talk about things behind their cats or dogs' backs.

The apostles also do not avoid their followers and summoned creatures, which in fact have accompanied their masters on all their adventures.

Therefore, in terms of intelligence, they are almost equivalent to the Apostles.

If the apostles treated them well, perhaps these followers still had a sense of secrecy.

But if the apostles treat them as trash and cannon fodder, then why should they keep them secret?
Therefore, Aowu can easily obtain a lot of information, even many secret matters, with just a few drinks.

"Well done."

Li Xia offered a word of praise, then put those aside and began assigning tasks:
"Aowu, go and buy supplies using the permissions just issued by the Hall. Heitan, take Xiaotian to the stalls."

Even if it's just blue gear, equip yourself and your dog with it; every bit of extra protection is a bonus.

This is our first time participating in a global struggle, and we cannot take it too seriously!

The three little ones nodded and ran happily out of the house. Li Xia sat cross-legged next to Ye Ji, the long spear now appearing somewhat ethereal.

Countless glimmers of light flowed across the gun, creating an exceptionally beautiful sight.

I glanced at the time; there was less than an hour left before the evolution was complete.

Li Xia wasn't in a hurry. Instead, he opened the skill he had just upgraded, but he was interrupted before he could even look at it.

This is a good opportunity to take a closer look.

[The Pinnacle of Skill] LV5 (Mastery)
[Skill Type: Skill-based Passive Ability]

效果1：在战斗时提升50-100%发力上限，40-70%闪避。

效果2：在战斗时有70%的几率触发劲，使本次攻击伤害阶位+1，本次伤害提高60%-70%
Effect 3: Consumes True Qi to create realistic afterimages, confusing enemies.
Ming: Depending on the length of the charging time, it unleashes a slash with varying power and speed.

[Description: Only in the most barren land can the most beautiful flower of skill bloom. Now this flower has exquisite green leaves and has sprouted buds.]

The skill's ultimate potential remains the same, seemingly only slightly enhanced.

But only Li Xia knew just how terrifying the bonus this technique-based passive skill brought him was.

Within three feet of me, I am invincible. Even when the Star God was right behind me, I still managed to withstand the entire attack.

If it weren't for the irresistible force of gravity manipulation, they might have been beaten to death.

This passive ability grants absolute dominance in close combat. Li Xia can say without hesitation that he has yet to encounter anyone who can hold his own against him for more than two moves in close combat.

That kind of fighting style, which is 'higher, faster, stronger,' is certainly simple and unpretentious, but it's too easy to predict.

Li Xia could tell what they were going to do next just by the vibrations in their muscles and bones.

This is inevitable. Just like how the military now has futuristic equipment, why bother with assassination training?

Don't say it, there really is.

That's the country that has reached the pinnacle of technological advancement, where the motto "prepare for the worst" is ingrained in their very being.

If we run out of ammunition and food, I can still use bayonets.

Li Xia then opened the Sharpshooter app.

[Sharpshooter LV5 (Mastery)]

[Skill Type: Skill-based Passive Ability]

1. Remote Control: 100% improvement in the maneuverability, accuracy, and firing rate of long-range weapons.
2. Eagle Eye: Sensitivity to wind direction and judgment of distance enhance your perception by 60%.
3. Sharpshooter: Ranged weapon handling +4
4. Enchanted Arrow: Can imbue arrows with True Qi, up to a maximum of 20 points per imbue. Increases arrow speed by 60% and adds additional True Qi damage.
[Summary: Draw the bow, and the arrow will speak for you]

The marksman's skills are derived from the combination of several shooting skills, such as ranged weapon control, improved accuracy, and enhanced perception. Other ranged passives also exist, but the bonuses are not as significant.

The real strength of a marksman lies in the improved feel of long-range weapons.

This upgrade is equivalent to directly raising the talent ceiling, and the resulting hidden bonus is unmatched by other ranged passive skills.

Like the Elven archery that was hailed as a "newcomer's divine skill" in The Lord of the Rings.

After reaching LV5, the ranged weapon handling only received a paltry 1 point increase.

This is where the difference lies. It can be said that Li Xia has certainly made his own efforts and gained talent, but there are countless other apostles in the hall who are both hardworking and talented.

What gave him the initial capital to snowball was the skill that helped him merge!
Such is the ultimate limit of skill, and so is the ultimate goal of archery!

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1. Monthly pass 2. Recommendation vote

(End of this chapter)