Chapter 877 - The Centipede Warden (1/2)
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
The gigantic creature of metal lowered its head and stared at the enemies by his feet. Its six, strong muscular arms widened like thick tree trunks, enveloping everything in darkness and death. The metal and bloody flesh on its body emanated a disturbing radiance and Rhode clearly recognized it.
Centipede Warden—Naxamas.
In the Deepest Labyrinth, the Centipede Warden was the hardest to deal with among the ordinary elite creatures. It was massive in size, strong in magical resistance, and had strong flesh underneath its solid shell. Not only that, but its powerful thunder attacks were also lethal against large groups of players. Countless players underestimated it as a meat shield meant for delaying their time and were taught unforgettable lessons because it possessed a disgusting skill that had a certain probability to reflect all damage.
According to the players, the probability was completely random. All in all, as long as the skill was triggered, their attacks would be reflected completely. Besides, there weren’t any signs before this skill was activated.
In the end, the players came up with a strategy—they would take turns attacking it every 10 seconds. This way, they were confident that the threat of this ‘reflect’ skill was decreased to a minimum. Although this would take a lot of time, this was much more effective than blindly taking it on.
But now…
Tsk. What luck.
Rhode gnashed his teeth and stared at the enormous creature. Not even Serras’s projection was this hard to deal with. This Centipede Warden was different from the one that he met in the game. Back then, the Centipede Warden was a construct fully built from metal with magical properties. But now, this creature was obviously the fusion of a certain creature and magical equipment. Not only that, but Rhode currently also lacked sufficient damage output from his side—wait. This wasn’t the main point. It should be that this Centipede Warden was a level 80 elite construct; an enemy who would only show up in the deeper floors of the Deepest Labyrinth! Rhode was only at level 67, so how could he possibly take it down?
Activate [Self-Affirmation]? What a joke. Wouldn’t he be committing suicide if he triggered its ‘reflect’ skill?
Since that was the case…
Rhode swept a glance at his group before letting out a sigh. He clutched the Illusion Crystal in his right hand and lifted his left arm. Shortly after, summoning cards emerged in midair one by one with glowing radiances. In the blink of an eye, the prairie announced the start of the next battle.
The Spear Defenders in silver, holy armor raised their spears and shields, marching out of the brilliance fearlessly. The Dark Rangers clad in black leather armor that stood up from the grass were at least one meter long. They raised their bows and aimed forward. The Ultimate Judges lifted their scepter, roared, and cast a powerful defense shield over everyone.
On the other hand, the Departed Succubi clad in black dresses and leather boots casually walked out of the black fog and their mesmerizing scarlet eyes emanated an alluring radiance. Above them, the Spirit Bird soared into the air while the Centaur Knight stepped forward and stared at the enemy alongside the Hell Hound. Lastly, the little mermaid emerged in her water ball and the ice-cold air around her brought a layer of frost to the grass.
“Taboo Halo!”
Rhode felt his spiritual energy drained instantly after summoning all his spirits. He gnashed his teeth and used all his strength to activate this skill. Shortly after, a dim yellow halo swept across the field and an incredible burst of strength erupted in his summoned spirits.
Several silver, magical rituals appeared on the Spear Defenders’ white spears, flashing across their entirety. The bows in the Dark Rangers’ hands transformed and in the blink of an eye, became a large bow that was as tall as a human. The forceful upgrade in level instantly doubled their strength, where even Lize and Marlene stared blankly at the sudden emergence of this majestic army. Even though this wasn’t the first time that they witnessed Rhode summoning all the spirits, it was much more magnificent this time as they were upgraded. Currently, they were an army of nearly 100 summoned spirits and even the little mermaid with the lowest level had reached the Peak Master Stage. This army could easily destroy two territories or one nation. But now, they were fully focused on their biggest threat ahead.
Rhode lifted his left hand and swung forward.
“Attack.”
He commanded.
The battle continued.
Christie flipped the page in her hand as her purple pupils emanated a calm, elegant radiance. At this moment, she came to a halt and lifted her head to gaze at the young lady in dissatisfaction.
“Don’t you think this is too much, Darlaston?”
The young lady in the black dress twitched her brow. Then, she arranged the books on the shelf neatly and responded.
“What are you talking about, Nabelis?”
“The Centipede Warden… Is this a taunt to Master?”
Suddenly, ‘Christie’ paused and shook her head with a smile.
“Don’t worry, Christie. An enemy of this caliber won’t threaten Rhode too much.”
After comforting her other half, ‘Christie’ lifted her head and shot a look of resentment at the young lady. Then, a chilly air exuded in the silent library, where even Bell couldn’t help but shiver. Bell quietly puckered her brows and gazed at Christie.
“I don’t have the authority or reason to explain because I’m not in a position to. You’re aware that I’m just a recorder and observer of history. I don’t have the intention of being rude to Master, but it’s a pity that I can’t stop her actions. You should be as clear as me too. She’s only an empty shell now who has lost all restraint and is just a sealed monster in the underground.”