Ancient Ark: A Dark-Themed Historical Survival Game

Chapter 16 Suiyang

A fragment of history is a seed.

The old world is a tree that has grown out.

Every past era is formed through historical evolution and is naturally deeply influenced by its original history.

The current starting point of the past is the Spring and Autumn Period, and the space includes parts of Song, Wu, Chu and Yue. Therefore, there are many famous people from Song, Wu, Chu and Yue during the Spring and Autumn Period.

Among these.

The luck is the strongest.

The one with the greatest potential.

It was Sun Tzu and Fan Li.

Sun Tzu possesses epic-level luck (orange).

Fan Li possesses top-tier imperial-level fortune (red).

Although Fan Li was second only to Sun Tzu, the strategist, he was still one of the top figures in history.

but.

The depth of the past is too shallow.

As the saying goes, shallow waters cannot raise giant whales.

The environment here has a fixed limit, making it impossible to break through level 10 in cultivation. No matter how great one's potential is, it simply cannot be realized.

Most historical figures, even if they didn't die in the periodic catastrophes of the deep sea, died because their lifespan was exhausted.

Decades ago.

At a critical juncture for human survival.

Sun Tzu and Fan Li joined forces to seal the "River Eye Purgatory," temporarily suppressing the demonized Wu Zixu.

Sima Geng and others were able to rebuild Suiyang City, allowing the survivors to recuperate, barely gain a foothold, and continue to multiply.

Sun Tzu was older and therefore stronger.

He was also a sworn brother of Wu Zixu.

Out of a sense of responsibility, he silently guarded the Jiangyan Purgatory for ten years, which severely depleted his life force and ultimately led to his death in the secluded bamboo forest.

After the reconstruction of Suiyang City.

The recurring nightmares.

The threat of the Demon King Wu Zixu always exists.

Several times during this period, the empire was on the verge of collapse, and Fan Li stepped in at the critical moment to save the day. This also took a huge toll on him, so he stayed in seclusion as much as possible to recuperate.

"Although Fan Li didn't pass away and become a heroic spirit, he himself is a hero with great potential and worth recruiting!"

Xiao Yu thought to himself:

"After I become the captain of the Ancient Ark, I need a steward who is both virtuous and capable. If I can bring Fan Li onto the Ark, the role he can play may even surpass that of a super heroic spirit!"

Heroic spirits have their own purpose.

Heroes have their uses.

The vast deep sea.

Countless days gone by.

In the vast history of China.

There has never been a shortage of historical heroes who bravely fought against pollution, and it is their efforts and sacrifices that have slowed down the collapse of history.

If these people are recruited onto the ship, they will become the guardians of the Ark, protecting the voyage and the struggles to come!

However, recruiting powerful ancient people through contracts requires consuming world fortune, which can usually only be obtained by completing important tasks or purifying nightmares.

"Your chosen one, please stop!"

When Xiao Yu entered the city, he was stopped by two guards.

[Suiyang City Guard: Jingshan], Level 3 Elite Unit...

[Suiyang City Guard: Qu Hu], Level 3 Elite Unit...

Both of them were early settlers.

Although these ancient people could cultivate, they could not directly obtain essence by killing monsters, so their cultivation speed was quite slow.

Although the two are only at level 3.

But they were already elite troops in the army.

Otherwise, it would be impossible to garrison the main city.

Xiao Yu asked, "What advice do you two have for me?"

The guard Jing Shan said respectfully, "You must be the newly arrived chosen one. Please follow us to the temple to pay your respects to Lord Suiyang."

Xiao Yu nodded: "Okay!"

It has been twelve days since the Ancient Ark descended.

Of the thousand players on this ship, at least five hundred have already arrived in Suiyang, and their identities are no longer a secret.

"The Chosen One" is a nickname for the player.

That's what our ancestors called it.

Xiao Yu followed two guards into Suiyang, passing through the city's markets and seeing many early inhabitants along the way.

As the former main city.

The city is quite prosperous.

At the very least, there are hotels and restaurants, giving it a vibrant historical and everyday atmosphere.

There is a large building in the center of the city.

This building is constructed around a huge altar, surrounded by a relatively open plaza where many players are active.

You have arrived at the main city anchor point!

You have activated the "Suiyang City Buoy"!

[Ding! Main quest activated successfully. You can view details in the quest center.]

Xiao Yu walked in.

I received the notification immediately.

Why must we come to Suiyang City first?

Firstly, the main city usually controls the teleportation buoys for various Deep Sea Nightmares; secondly, only by activating the buoys in the main city can the main quest be activated.

The main quest is to purify the nightmare.

The city lord's mansion of Suiyang City is located inside the temple.

This was a very simple-looking ancient Chinese building. In the hall, Xiao Yu saw an old man with white hair and beard, but as imposing as a lion.

【Lord Suiyang, Sima Geng】, Level 10 Lord Unit... Brief Introduction: Originally one of the Seventy-Two Disciples of Confucius, he possessed great fortune, quelled internal rebellions and defended against external evils, and was a highly respected Lord Suiyang.

He's practically the village chief of the beginner's village.

Sima Geng looked Xiao Yu up and down.

"Xiao Yu, a descendant of a later generation, pays respects to Lord Suiyang!"

Xiao Yu had no means of concealing his cultivation level, so Sima Geng could naturally tell his level at a glance, and his eyes lit up slightly as he nodded.

"good!"

He put down his pen.

"The Chosen One has brought hope to this world, and I will do my best to help. However, we must abide by the 'rules of Heaven,' and there is only so much we can do."

Sima Geng solemnly said, "Therefore, I entrust this mission of purifying the nightmare of the deep sea and restoring clarity to this world to you all."

The rules of Heaven?

What is this?

Xiao Yu was certainly aware of the inside story.

The "Heavenly Way" mentioned by the old inhabitants is most likely the behind-the-scenes force of the Ark game. This force not only brought players to the old Ark but also affected the old inhabitants.

For example, this temple building outside.

The name of this building is "Temple of Heavenly Way".

This was built by our ancestors under the guidance of the "Way of Heaven," and its main purpose was to connect the Ark and provide services to those destined by Heaven.

at the same time.

The Suiyang City Altar is a core facility that players must protect, as it serves as the anchor point for the Ark's connection to this world.

If the corrupted and demonic creatures breach the Suiyang Altar, they can use it as a springboard to invade the Ark, ultimately jeopardizing the survival of all players on the Ark.

not difficult to see.

Our ancestors were the same as those destined by Heaven.

They are also participants in the game, but their roles and positions are different. The former are more like NPCs in the game, while the latter are more like players.

The ancient inhabitants did not bear the mark of the ark.

Unable to enter nightmares or secret realms, nor to completely eliminate monsters and purify pollution, it can only provide auxiliary functions for the chosen ones.

Even so.

Its role cannot be ignored.

Each Nightmare Tide is like a monster siege, and these ancient ancestors will form a strong defense.

Also.

For example, the Heavenly Temple.

It is also the mission center.

In the past, our ancestors worshipped and prayed here, consuming materials that were transformed into blessings. Prayers could also generate power of will, which the city lord could use to issue tasks.

The chosen one completes the mission.

You can receive rewards and world fortune.

Global fortune is an important resource.

If they gain the recognition and following of the ancient people in the future, they can be contracted or recruited and taken away by consuming the world's fortune.

The old people who worship Heaven and follow the rules can gain many benefits. Some old people who want to control their own destiny and do not want to become vassals of the chosen ones also have ways to obtain a ticket.

This can be known from past life memories.

The game has progressed to its midpoint.

In some parts of the old Ark, the true masters are no longer the players, but the top heroes and valiant figures from the long river of history.

Next.

Sima Geng briefed Xiao Yu on the situation in Suiyang City.

For example, how to accept missions, and various supplies and logistical services.

"There's one more thing."

"Those destined by Heaven must remember this well!"

Sima Geng's expression suddenly turned serious.

Xiao Yu knew what he wanted to say, but he wasn't impatient at all. Instead, he appeared to be humbly accepting instruction.

"Please remember that although our positions and goals are aligned, the Chosen One cannot fully trust any one of us."

"Anyone?"