Dark Eldar

Zul'Farrak (531171). The night was eerily quiet. Heroes above level 50 should not be afraid of the "darkness" anymore, especially the two renowned "superheroes" from the "other world".

"Look at this spiderweb, how many years has it been since anyone leveled up here?" Benjamin VI asked, putting away his mount at the temple entrance.

Loki then put it away.

"I heard that Zul wasn't this desolate before. It was once a leveling paradise for levels 4050. But after a certain 'major event' (update), the polarization became severe! Heroes no longer wanted to level up in such primitive places. They preferred to go through 'otherworld'!" Loki said as he cleared away the "obstacles".

"Through another world? Doesn't that require screening? It's not like you can just come here whenever you want," Benjamin questioned.

"Yeah, that's right!" Loki didn't offer any further comment. He instinctively switched to "battle" mode! His mind was on high alert!

Loki had a feeling. "There should be something inside!"

Through the narrow tomb passage, wriggling "insect monsters" (level 50, non-insect race) lurk in the shadows. They attack intruders by detecting unusual noises. Loki gestures, "Find the treasure chest first, don't fight the monsters! Don't fight the insects, just use Blink to shake them off!"

They ventured further in. They lit torches! The temple was pitch black inside. High-level mages don't have "night vision." Goblin Engineering sells "night vision goggles" (blueprints required), but Loki hadn't brought any. He figured: exploring a place like a temple, carrying torches was just right. It suited the ancient environment perfectly. Wearing "goggles" would make him look like a thief...

"Watch out for traps! Don't go too fast, this is my first time here too!" Loki warned him.

"..." Benjamin trembled with fear upon hearing this, completely at a loss. In his "otherworldly" mindset, "Zul's Temple is the sacred site of our ancestors. Unless there are special circumstances, it's best not to disturb the orcs' ancestors." He had assumed Loki had been there before, but hearing this made him slightly apprehensive. [Note: The dogmatic thinking of the "otherworld" that Benjamin was influenced by is still deeply ingrained. Although the "otherworld" possesses the strongest DPS output in the multiverse, and the most efficient priests and sorcerers, it has maintained a deep reverence for "unexplored" maps for centuries, believing "order" to be the sole criterion. Apprentices in the otherworld mostly level up in conservative, designated locations (a standardized approach). For example, "Doron Monsters" and "Icefield Wolves" at level 2030, and "Rhine Island" and "Magic Jungle" at level 4050. They are unwilling to let novice apprentices take risks.] Places the elders deemed forbidden are places no intermediate or advanced apprentices dare to trespass upon. But now, Loki seems to be an exception. He previously went to the "Yundar Plains" without permission, a standard "wilderness" (undeveloped), not even marked on the latest map of the multiverse.

"Brother Loki, let's...no, let's go...one treasure chest isn't enough..." Benjamin was having second thoughts. He held Elder Schopenhauer in high esteem.

"Ben, you must choose between Loki and Edward now." With that, Loki extinguished his torch, and Benjamin's torch as well.

"Senior Edward? A choice?" Benjamin repeated.

"Yes! People have to make choices at crucial moments. You can't marry two wives, can you? Of course, there are exceptions. I mean, in terms of leveling up, dual-wielding (combat and magic) is not advisable. 'Balance' is praised by everyone! But you have to have your own ideas. Opening high-level treasure chests comes at a price. The rewards, I think you'll never imagine. Maybe generous, or maybe just a few worn-out copper coins! Even worse, arriving too late! It might have already been opened once..." Loki frankly stated. On matters of principle, he would never force anyone. He understood that everyone has their own desired "life," and it shouldn't be forced! Just like Edward III. He genuinely wanted to change Edward, but after several attempts, Loki realized it was all futile and meaningless...

Benjamin VI stood frozen in place, motionless. About five minutes later, he made his decision.

"Brother Loki! You're right! Please light the torch again. Let's continue opening the treasure chests!" Benjamin VI said firmly!

"Roger that!" Loki quickly lit a torch.

Benjamin thought, "Following Schopenhauer's teachings, I could become like Edward III, enjoying boundless glory. But defeating Edward? I have absolutely no confidence... Edward's arrogant appearance, powerful intellect, and cold attitude are completely unacceptable to me. On the contrary, my brother Loki always says things that are educational to me. Although he has his own motives and keeps some things to himself, I know he might be doing it for my own good. At least he hasn't harmed me. On the path of advancement—no, no! On the path of becoming a better person—I must choose a direction... Just as my senior brother Loki said! I believe that Professor Schopenhauer will be proud of me in the future!!" (To some extent, Benjamin's wisdom is not low; he...) I've always understood that Loki, the forger of the "artifact" Hammer of Creation, despite always being out of place in the "other world," was deeply respected by all the elders there, including Schopenhauer, Elder Sun Yun, and the Thunderfire Messenger. This respect wasn't for his character or reputation, but primarily for his combat prowess, abilities, and talent. What others couldn't, Loki accomplished. The only "Hammer of Creation" in multiple worlds! Forged by a master, with an extremely low drop rate! The required materials were countless "rare treasures," yet Loki forged it silently? A hammer supposedly "omnipotent" was forged by the new generation magician, Loki...

Everyone, every hero, has almost forgotten about it, yet they can never truly forget it. It's like a strange "shame," especially for the great elders of the "other world," who are more likely to believe the "rumors."

"The Hammer of the Creator, forged by Loki, is merely a copy in appearance..." The "Order" had once "broadcast it to the world!" Everyone knew that anything recognized (or authorized) by the Order was genuine. Yet, they still didn't quite believe it.