Bizarre Survival: I Can Devour Thousands of Talents

Chapter 66: Star-Level Enhancement and Enchantment, Reforging Skills

At the camp gate, scattered campfires illuminated the surroundings.

Ling Xiao and Qi Heng sat on the flat stone, chewing on peppermint gum with special effects, chatting casually about the past, present, and future.

The explorers "picked up" all sorts of items, even wet toilet paper for treating hemorrhoids was put up for trading in the area.

Moreover, it sold out instantly upon release.

Despite the low price of these small items, Ling Xiao bought one on a whim and found it to be quite effective!

A lack of spiritual energy and mental fatigue are two different things.

It made him feel cool and refreshed, and even if the effect was slight, it was still quite useful.

While rubbing his hands together, he opened the bounty jars dropped by the two boss-level monsters.

Before sunset, Ling Xiao took a moment to tally up the day's gains.

After dismembering the corpse, the holder can choose to distribute the loot according to their contribution ratio.

The system automatically distributes rewards based on work performance, without any bias or favoritism.

However, they can also secretly withhold a portion and then exaggerate the situation by "manually" distributing it, since the final interpretation rests with the holder.

To put it bluntly, the system provides the standard answer, but in reality, it still depends on the individual's self-discipline.

Poverty does not diminish one's ambition.

Qi Heng and Ling Xiao weren't that noble, but under their mother's tutelage, they knew what "baseness" meant.

Ling Xiao gathered everyone together, took the worm and the corpse of the skinned sinner out of his backpack, and then dissected them in front of everyone.

Various materials, copper coins, and even the first-ever sight of the cursed gold coin!

Everything is clean and clear!

The original intention of disassembling a backpack was to make it easier for explorers, but in some cases, the more troublesome on-site disassembly can also serve a useful purpose.

"Don't forget! We still have to reluctantly part with some of our own money to add some prizes for these guys!"

Upon hearing Qi Heng's reminder, Ling Xiao naturally remembered.

He glanced at the curious and excited crowd, especially the members of the hunting team who had made contributions, and said calmly, "Today, I'm going to set some rules for everyone."

"In the future, there will likely be situations where different teams hunt separately, and I won't be able to personally command all the battles. But unless there are special circumstances, the distribution of spoils will follow this example."

"Complete confiscation is an inhumane and despicable tactic. We won't do it now, and we certainly won't open that door in the future! Because this was earned through the blood, sweat, and desperate battles of the hunting team!"

"However, a portion still needs to be deposited into the guild's coffers as a collective resource. Your ability to prepare adequately for your outings is inseparable from the help and support of other members. As a member of the group, you cannot simply enjoy rights without fulfilling your obligations!"

"In short, I don't want to see some people become arrogant and think they can be above everyone else, acting like tyrants!"

"I especially don't want to hear people making sarcastic remarks, naively thinking that all you need to do on the front lines is fight and kill, while those at home have to work so hard and worry about everything..."

He paused for a moment.

Seeing that everyone was listening, Ling Xiao continued, "Everyone is on the same page, and you all understand the current trend! Going it alone, even I'm not entirely confident of survival, let alone you guys!"

"Currently, Green Mountain Light ranks first among all guilds in every aspect! Our teamwork is excellent! The guild's strength is a rare advantage for each of us!"

"So I hope everyone continues to do this, but of course, further words are unnecessary!"

"Only tangible benefits will make everyone remember this beginning!"

Ling Xiao waved his hand, and the various materials on the ground were divided equally according to proportions and then flew towards their respective owners.

After the first round of distribution, he and Qi Heng each took out their respective resources and distributed them again to those who had made contributions.

In an instant, the somber atmosphere of comrade's sacrifice was diluted.

The fighting spirit of the group burned even more fiercely, and their uncertain goals became firmly tied to the guild.

The two original bounty jars each emitted three beams of light.

The worms entered the bodies of Lingxiao, Qiheng, and Pushi respectively.

Of the three paths used to skin and cleanse the guilty, the last one was given to the "lucky one" who was responsible for gathering intelligence on the enemy.

After unlocking contribution points, everyone knows that these Pokémon, which only drop from boss-level monsters, are only rewarded to the top three contributors.

Even if you rely on sheer numbers to wear down the BOSS, the top three contributors will still only make single-digit contributions.

The contribution chart clearly shows who is putting in the hard work and who is slacking off.

Those around us who have this opportunity are the envy of everyone.

The Bounty Jar boosted the guild's morale once again, and the somewhat sluggish enthusiasm for exploration was rekindled!

I wanted to blow a bubble, but I realized I was chewing gum.

Ling Xiao didn't care much and examined the two items that had appeared after the two flashes of white light.

[Skill Upgrade Stone [Common] *1]

[Equipment Enchantment Stone [Normal] *1]

Two irregular stones, each about the size of a palm and engraved with mysterious runes, landed in Ling Xiao's hands.

One piece glowed white, and the other piece also glowed white.

I looked at it closely, but I couldn't understand what kind of strange symbols were drawn on it.

However, the system has already provided detailed instructions.

[Skill Upgrade Stone: Used on a common-quality skill to cause a positive, unique change. (Note: A common-quality skill can only be upgraded once.)]

[Equipment Enchantment Stone: Use on a normal quality piece of equipment to add an unknown trait. (Note: Can be refreshed repeatedly, but excessive refreshes will cause the equipment to break.)]

"What are those two things of yours?"

Qi Heng held a skill scroll in his left hand and a dusty token in his right, curiously examining the stone in Ling Xiao's hand.

"Here! Take it and see for yourself!"

Ling Xiao didn't stand on ceremony and took Qi Heng's reward, triggering the instructions to read them.

"【Dancing with Wolves】?? What the heck?"

It's a strange skill; the effect is quite powerful, not weak, but it's easy to die from it.

"Successfully dodging an attack in melee increases strength and agility by 10% per stack, up to a maximum of five stacks..."

It's incredibly powerful, but it's also prone to causing sudden death.

If it weren't for the limitations of available methods, who would want to fight monsters in close combat?

The explorers at this stage are basically "glass cannons." Despite their formidable fighting prowess, they are still quite "fragile."

It's all about teamwork and limiting each other, drawing aggro and luring monsters together, and then killing them before the boss's attacks hit!

Ling Xiao, whose physique reaches 10 points, might be better off.

But take that group of elusive blade-tongued beasts for example, if he gets hit by a tongue blade, he'll still lose an arm or a leg!

Dancing with wolves—truly a fitting description.

The token had lost its original luster, leaving only a dull gray background, and the patterns on it were no longer discernible.

However, it is necessary to trace the root cause.

Because after Lingxiao came into contact with it, its function became apparent, revealing itself to be the key to unlock the "dungeon"!

Special Mission – The Mystery of the Unsinkable Homecoming [The Realm of Mysteries]

[Note: Some say that life begins underwater. Thus, the Homecoming yearns to return to that primal embrace, yet is entangled in the world's affairs, destined only for eternal slumber in its daily ebb and flow. Unravel its deepest mysteries! And take away its ever-accumulating treasures! Of course, if you too grow weary, the Homecoming never hesitates to add another crew member…]

[Basic Requirements: Survive for four hours; Investigate the cause of the disappearance of the Homecoming crew (Note: Minimum level required to unlock: lv20; Maximum of four companions in a party; All five token holders must be lv20 to unlock)]

[Additional content: Survived for eight hours; investigated the truth behind the deaths of the captain, first mate, and bosun; investigated ???]

[Rewards: Special title [Trainee Investigator]; Spiritual Fruit [Excellent]*1; Tier 2 Job Change Scroll; Homecoming Ship Random Seal Item ???]

"what?"

"You stepped in poop in the burrow, kid? That's incredibly lucky! Something's definitely not right!"

Qi Heng tossed the talisman in his hand, a smile playing on his lips.

"You want it? Let's trade!"

He tossed it back irritably, saying with disdain, "How long will it take me to reach level 20? Besides, you don't expect us to refuse to invite you to our teams, do you?!"

"Hey! That's exactly what I was waiting for!"

"Brother Xiao! When we reach level 20, you have to come with me! Let's invite Sister Ye too..."

"Get lost! The danger is ridiculously high; we might not even be able to go! And you've planned everything perfectly..."

……

They may curse and make a scene, but that's all they want.

The two brothers still made the exchange.

There's not much to estimate the price of; the mall doesn't accept these things, and I haven't seen anyone selling them in the market.

Ling Xiao traded equipment enchantment stones for the "Dancing with Wolves" skill, but this wouldn't change his fragile nature in the short term, so he could only maximize his damage output as much as possible.

Try to think about it from a different perspective.

If you kill the other side, you won't have to worry about getting beaten up, right?

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After the Star Stone flashed, it turned into a clump of sand and flowed through the gaps between the fingers.

The [Rapid Evasion] skill in the skill bar has not been enhanced, but its cost has changed to 10 points or 3% of stamina.

The former reduces the stamina by half without considering consecutive dodges; the latter means that to trigger consecutive dodges, you only need to use 3% of your stamina to try.

Major upgrade!

Let alone 1%, even 1 point is extremely precious, and it might just change the situation at any time!

With the [Wind and Fire Frenzy], Ling Xiao's lack of combat skills were completely compensated for at once.

Therefore, even the highly practical [Spirit Gathering Blade] has to be ranked after the life-saving dodge!

"Whoosh!"

Qi Heng whistled, and Ling Xiao also sensed the malice that had arrived as expected.

There are always some clueless fools who dare to try and break into the "mountain gate"!

"How so? Brother Xiao, judging from your expression, the results are pretty good?"

"So-so."

Summoning his broadsword, Ling Xiao smiled slightly, "Looks like not many have come. I'll hold them off for now. You'd better cover for me!"

"Don't worry about me handling this!"

Without hesitation, several wolf-like monsters quickly approached after being exposed by the torchlight.

Upon seeing the approaching lynx, they fiercely surrounded and attacked, eager to feast on the long-awaited fresh blood.

It's like when you're itching to fight, a wolf comes along to deliver a punching bag!

The newly learned skill of dancing with wolves is instantly activated!

There was no intention to hold back.

Ling Xiao maintained a steady output, using real combat to "reforge" his newly learned skills!

The blades slashed out faster and faster, each strike carrying wind and fire landing on the supple flesh.

Wherever the blade goes, it rips open bellies and turns flesh and bone into mud!

In the distorted firelight, blades flashed continuously, and monsters seemed to walk into the elusive meat grinder as if they were walking into a trap.

The aura was powerful and domineering, while the swordsmanship was fluid and graceful!

To Qi Heng, who was watching from the sidelines, all he saw were clusters of flesh and blood fireworks blooming as Ling Xiao moved.

In the blink of an eye, all the attacking monsters perished.

The body was even put into the backpack before it hit the ground.

"Tsk... another dozen or so have arrived! And there's a tough one among them. Need some help?"

The reminder from behind actually came after Ling Xiao had already sensed it.

In the throes of his hunting frenzy, he tossed out without turning his head, "No rush, let me play a little longer!"

I said…

Qi Heng planted the iron spear into the ground, leaned back, and lazily joked, "Brother Xiao! I'm all alone here, and there's no girl to admire your heroic figure. Do you have to be so diligent? It makes me look like I'm just sitting around doing nothing!"

After admiring it for a moment, his expression suddenly hardened.

It seems some uninvited guests have arrived again from that gray fog...

He neither responded to Qi Heng's teasing nor directly asked for help.

In the gradual progression of the battle, Ling Xiao was undoubtedly in peak condition, so he remained completely calm even when he sensed malice from not far away.

She even had the mind to send Qi Heng a message saying "continue to support the battle."

That thing was powerful enough, but not excessive...

But I've actually been fighting in a "low-power" mode all along...

"Aww!!"

Finally, the other party made a move.

The fog was suddenly pushed aside, and a huge gray wolf, as big as a lion or tiger, opened its blood-red maw and bit at Ling Xiao's neck!

bake--

Its entire body exudes a smooth, explosive aura, much like adjusting the flame on a gas stove from low to medium.

The two monsters locked in combat lost their value as bait.

After Ling Xiao expended additional energy to enhance his protective aura, the extended blade of light instantly tore through their abdomens!

The organs were scattered, but then completely burned away!

In the swirling, distorted air, the sharp teeth and claws that attacked were revealed in their ferocity and malevolence under the illumination of the flames!

click-

Sensing the threat of death, it hastily withdrew its bite halfway through.

But Ling Xiao had deliberately seduced her for a long time, how could she let her go!?

One of the hidden benefits of upgrading [Spirit] is that he can perform relatively easy maneuvers while attacking!

Counterfeit, youthful, low-class, multitasking.

It's enough to manufacture fighter jets!

Soul-draining piercing!

It hit the target without any doubt at extremely close range!

The gray wolf's soul was suddenly attacked, and its body stiffened uncontrollably for a moment.

In a life-or-death struggle, let alone a moment, even a slight weakness in strength can determine the winner!

Victory or defeat is a matter of life and death!

The protective energy surged once again.

The ceaseless flow of wind and fire seemed to extend and expand the blade of the broadsword by a factor of two!

It caught up with the wolf's kiss that had abruptly retreated, and swept across it without hesitation.

The top of his head was ripped off, and the upper half of the wolf's head was sliced ​​off.

A level 7 elite monster was instantly killed by Ling Xiao's sudden attack.

The fight lasted even less than the battle between its minions.

With a slanted swing of his broadsword, he shook off the brains and blood that had just stained the surface.

"call……"

Ling Xiao let out a long sigh of relief, feeling extremely refreshed.

Both were level 7, but I was able to kill the other instantly without taking any damage.

In terms of combat strength, one can be humble and still claim to have the "superiority"!

Perhaps it was his deep-seated fear of insufficient firepower at play that made Ling Xiao feel a little relieved and satisfied until ordinary monsters of the same level were powerless against him.

but……

Even if you can't instantly kill the boss, you still can't be arrogant...

"Brother Xiao! Something's happened behind us! Are you going or should I go?!"

Turn it down to "low heat".

Ling Xiao casually pointed to the broken wolf carcass on the ground.

"I'll do it! Nothing to do tonight! Let's have some fun!"

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