Chapter 310 - The Dark Gate (1/2)
”What? Demonic Tree's main base is on a hovering island? Are you serious?” Evan asked in disbelief. Even in this world based on magic, soaring islands seemed like something unbelievable.
Evan immediately assumed that this island floated in the sky, thanks to thousands of formations and special spells. But, he was terrified to imagine the amount of mana spent per second to keep an entire island in the air.
”I mean it. Wouldn't it be frustrating if it were different? Don't you think so?” Franz asked with a smirk.
Evan nodded, ”I agree, if the main base ended up in some hidden location, it would make sense, but not impressive. But, knowing that the strongest dark mages of this Kingdom are lurking high in the sky gives me the creeps. It's incredibly brazen, audacious, and majestic.”
”Exactly. Demonic Tree's main base is called the Dark Gate. It is a massive soaring island that is hidden by hundreds of formations. Moreover, the Dark Gate sits above the clouds and mountain peaks. Neither King Vexacion, nor the heads of the most powerful Dark Organizations have been able to find this place, as well as other numerous Demonic Tree bases.” With pride in his head, Franz said.
<There's a reason the Demonic Tree is as well known as one of the most secretive organizations. The spells that the strongest members of the Demonic Tree know are incredible. They can hide entire mountains and even soaring islands. I wonder if they created these spells themselves or found them in ancient ruins?> Evan thought.
Franz went on to explain, ”The Dark Gate is located right here. He pointed to a point on the map north of the center of The Kingdom of Fallen Hopes.
<Hmm, the Dark Gate isn't very far from the center of the Kingdom. The Devil's Horn is far to the north but shifted slightly to the east. On the other hand, the Dark Gate is slightly displaced to the west, and there are still hundreds of kilometers to the farthest reaches of the north.> Evan thought.
He was amazed that the Dark Gate was in quite a prominent position on one side. After all, the capital of The Kingdom of Fallen Hopes wasn't that far away, judging by the map. The distance between them was in the hundreds of kilometers.
”Franz, tell me more about the capital of the Kingdom and the King's subordinates. I know quite a bit about the light and dark organizations, but I know almost nothing about the capital.” Said Evan.
Like most other mages, Evan knew where the main bases of the Light Organizations were located. This information was not secret, and any mage could come to the base of a light organization and try to pass the exam.
Evan knew a lot about dark organizations since he was interested in the topic and was already a member of the most powerful dark organization.
Evan knew that King Vexacion ruled the Kingdom of Fallen Hopes, but that was where his knowledge ended.
”Got it, for starters, the capital is a large city called - Fallen Destiny, it is a little south of the center of The Kingdom of Fallen Hopes.” Said Franz.
Evan nodded. He looked at the map and looked at the location of Fallen Destiny. There was quite a variety of terrain around the capital. There were hills, mountains, lakes, forests, glades, and even one volcano.