Dark Eldar

It's unclear when it started, but "gold coins" have become more "valuable" than ever before. The focus of heroes' leveling and questing is also changing.

Previously, a large number of mages (warriors) applied to the "Otherworld" exam. There were also marginal professions like archmages and warlocks. However, in recent decades, the number of people participating in the Otherworld's beginner magic exam has been declining year by year. This year, only a few hundred people registered online (requiring approval). Although the total number of heroes online is large, the percentage actually used for leveling up is significantly lower than before. People's desire for "money" (virtual currency) has become increasingly strong... even exceeding the requirements for level and combat power. (Note: Multiple worlds, full map; virtual currency can be exchanged for gold coins with a dynamic exchange rate; gold coins can also be exchanged for other equivalent currencies with a dynamic exchange rate. "Gold Coins (G)" have basically achieved "full circulation.")

The newly added "Battlefield" is undoubtedly the most talked-about feature in this alternate world. However, in other places, in other major cities, people are more willing to "earn money and spend it." Before this was more apparent, Elder Schopenhauer didn't care about "people's livelihoods." But now, even the most conservative Elder Sun Yun has used the excuse of "traveling and enjoying the scenery" to go out and "sightsee." Elder Schopenhauer has no choice but to take this seriously!

Before leaving, Elder Sun Yun reported this situation to Elder Schopenhauer several times. Elder Schopenhauer always closed his eyes slightly, shook his head, and dismissed it.

He said, "It's only natural to let those less talented heroes earn some money; we can't let them go home empty-handed..." (He also made the sarcastic remark, "Why not recommend them to forge divine weapons?", but since it would negatively impact his reputation in this other world, we'll omit it.)

Elder Sun Yun remained silent after hearing this. He was sometimes reluctant to voice his true inner "protests." He perhaps preferred to "observe from the shadows."

In this sacred otherworld, the elder-level mages are all exceptionally skilled, capable of handling even minor, unimportant positions with ease.

To some extent, this other world has gradually become "disconnected" from the other six major cities. While the elites of each race appear outwardly as unassuming as before, undercurrents are already stirring... Even the seemingly honest "Elder Sun Yun" has his own "ideas"... Note: It's a good thing that heroes are developing independent thoughts. For example, in the same storyline, due to the large number of participants, various thoughts will arise. For instance, killing a "Millennial Tree Demon" (level 80) might give some heroes a greater sense of "achievement," while others might feel "regret." They lament, "Millennial Tree Demons are so rare, and I killed them so heartlessly. What will happen when other heroes come?" Such superfluous thoughts are difficult to suppress within the established order. One person saying it is fine, but as more and more people express similar opinions, it seriously affects the "KPIOPD" (Knowledge, Price, and Work). It sounds unbelievable, but it's true.

People keep repeating the same things over and over, thinking it's all "fresh," but it's actually all the same old, tired plot. A truly good plot and good missions immerse you completely, instead of spouting nonsensical, generalities. And they're definitely unforgettable.

No one wanted to utter a single extra word. In the solemn council hall, disagreements always lingered among the elder heroes, the rift widening ever wider. The "idle" elders, like Morza (level 199), were always obedient. Their purpose in life was no longer as clear as it had been in their youth... (On the surface, Morza no longer vied for fame or fortune; after all, he was already level 199. His "submissive" attitude might stem from waiting for something, even "death.") Every elder hero was no ordinary person. They had "stood out" to become elders of this other world, and they weren't even from magical families; they were worthy of respect. However, only one person could hold the position of "Grand Elder."

Elder Sun Yun, calm and composed, had long since disregarded life and death; he looked down upon the title of "Overseer" (a high-ranking military rank in another world). The same was true for the "idle positions" led by Morza. Historically, Morza was older than Schopenhauer, so appointing the young and capable Schopenhauer as "Another World Administrator" was a kind of "relief" for the idle elders.

Elder Schopenhauer could probably guess and sense the thoughts of those in "idle" positions. As for "Sun Yun," Schopenhauer had absolutely no idea about his "abilities."

In the otherworldly palace, a certain crystal ball is in a long-term active state (unbound). Although it is inconspicuously hidden among many crystal balls, it has been quietly activated and used by Elder Schopenhauer, who has set up "camera follow" to keep a close eye on Elder Sun Yun's movements and his good disciple, Loki.

Elder Schopenhauer generally didn't monitor Loki much. This was because Schopenhauer was Loki's elder (his senior in the martial arts), so there was no need to be wary. This was similar to Morza's lack of suspicion towards Schopenhauer. The elders never liked to compete with newcomers. They had seen far too much of the world, some of it even repeated itself. But they didn't want to tell Master Schopenhauer either; they didn't want to be misunderstood. (Sometimes it's like this: if an elder in a sinecure says one more word, Elder Schopenhauer might misunderstand. It's better to say nothing. Sometimes, the elders' well-intentioned explanations are misinterpreted as wanting to "compete" for something that doesn't belong to them... However, unbeknownst to them, a major power struggle had occurred in the previous generation. Elder Joseph had been promoted to power by Morza.)

Schopenhauer certainly understood the abilities of "Morza, the idle official"! Morza had long since withdrawn from worldly affairs, focusing solely on meditation... But Schopenhauer was still afraid... afraid of his sudden rise to power. Schopenhauer was also afraid of Elder Sun Yun, not so much of Elder Sun Yun's sudden rise, but rather a kind of concern and worry, a complex emotion...