Full health is the kill threshold, no matter if you're a god or a demon!

This newly appeared demonic bear was covered in thick fur that was a mix of dark gold and dark brown, with magma and lightning seemingly flowing through it.

Its head was enormous, with fangs like halberds, and a diamond-shaped mark on its forehead that seemed to be naturally formed and burning with golden flames.

What is most striking are its arms, which are thicker than its body, with muscles bulging like mountains, and sharp claws that extend for half a meter, gleaming with a dark yet chilling metallic light.

At this moment, in the center of the ancient demonic bear's chest, there was a clear, slowly healing fist-shaped dent. The surrounding fur was charred and curly, and the skin was an abnormal dark red, but it had clearly withstood the punch!

Although he looks like he's been injured, he's far from being seriously injured!

【Lv.99 Sun Devourer (Great Chieftain)】

Behind the demonic bear, Shattered Mountain remained in a defensive stance, dumbfounded, completely unharmed.

It's blocked?!

That punch, which even he felt was absolutely unstoppable and certain death under the tenfold attribute boost from the Dynasty Crystal, was actually blocked by the Great Chieftain's body!

"Great Chieftain!" Sui Shan called out subconsciously.

The shock Liu Nian felt was no less than that of the shattered mountain!

This is the first opponent since his life points exceeded ten million and his attributes overwhelmed his peers that could withstand his deliberate punch head-on without being instantly killed, and even appeared to be only slightly injured!

Although it wasn't a full-power, deliberate punch, it still dealt over 1600 million real damage!

Does the opponent have that many health points?

Looks like his health hasn't dropped to half yet!

In other words, this guy's health is about the same as yours?

Something's not right! Something's definitely fishy!

Liu Nian stared intently at the Demon Bear Clan chieftain who was slowly straightening up, looking at him with the same shock and extreme vigilance. He then glanced at the Demon Bear players around him whose auras were clearly exceptionally powerful within the light barrier, and a conjecture gradually surfaced in his mind.

Could it be... related to the crystal that Sui Shan threw out earlier?

Just as both sides fell into a brief silence, staring at each other in shock at this unexpected attack, the Great Chieftain of the Demon Bear Clan finally spoke, his voice filled with undisguised astonishment:

"Human... your punch... if not for the protection of the Heart of Elune, I would have perished."

He looked down at the fist mark on his chest that was rapidly healing, his amber eyes filled with lingering fear and an unprecedented solemnity.

"The Heart of Elune?" Liu Nian keenly caught the word, and at the same time became even more certain of his guess—that crystal just now was definitely something extraordinary!

The Great Chieftain, Devourer of the Sun, didn't seem to care that he had let something slip, or perhaps he never intended to hide it at all.

His enormous bear paw pointed to a gleaming rock beside him, and he said in a deep voice, "This is a creation obtained by my clan through an alliance with the 'Rust Dynasty.' Under its radiance, our warriors can receive the protection of our ancestors and their strength will be multiplied."

He did not specify the exact multiple.

Liu Nian knew a little about the Demon Bear Clan. This race was very mysterious and xenophobic, and they didn't interact much with players of other races.

From a limited number of conflicts, it can be inferred that the individual combat power of the Demon Bear Clan is astonishing, and they have a strong advantage in defending cities. It is virtually impossible for any player to defeat them in their main city area. According to the Eagle Clan's data, this advantage can reach up to ten times!

But that refers to within their territory!

But now, this is the third level of the Underdark, and they have also received this bonus. Could it be because of this thing called the Heart of Elune?

That means there's a terrible problem: their super-strong bonuses were previously limited to the main city area, but that no longer exists!

This is equivalent to the entire Demon Bear clan receiving a legendary-level enhancement!

An ordinary level 99 Demon Bear player is capable of fighting against top human players (such as Wang Mu) under normal circumstances. If that number is ten times higher... then everyone will be a boss!

They're all ridiculously strong!

Aside from himself, it seems that no one in the human camp can currently rival him head-on!

This race is practically a bug!

No wonder the entire race only has less than 2000 people. If there were more, how would the others play?

Judging from how easily Shattered Mountain could pull one out, there's a high probability that Elune's Heart isn't just one; it might even be a "relic" or "special item" that can be continuously crafted.

I used to think the Demon Bear Clan was a nobody, a race with little presence, little vision, and extreme xenophobia. But I never expected that they were the hidden big shots!

They've been quietly developing their strength and making a fortune, and their power is now vastly different from what it used to be!

If Liu Nian hadn't suddenly encountered them and even fought with them, the Demon Bear Clan might have been the one to have the last laugh in the War of Upgrading!

"A feint to the east while secretly advancing west!" Liu Nian was shocked, and at the same time, a strong sense of vigilance arose within him.

Nobody is a fool, especially not so many people from one race.

The Demon Bear Clan is the most hidden dark horse among the six clans!

The Great Chieftain, Devouring Sun, also noticed Liu Nian's name and immediately widened his eyes: "So you're Liu Nian!"

He knew this name; it was a name that many people in the Demon Bear Clan talked about with great interest, since news about Liu Nian was frequently brought up and announced by the system.

Sui Shan actually knew about Liu Nian before, which is why he wanted to give it a try.

Liu Nian calmly replied, "I was just passing by. I'm somewhat interested in the Rust Dynasty and planned to come and take a look."

The two sides stared at each other, a complex atmosphere permeating the air—warning, apprehension, a hint of admiration, and deep consideration for the impending battle.

An unexpected encounter revealed the terrifying hidden trump card of the Demon Bear Clan, and also made Liu Nian realize that there was a potentially powerful opponent far beyond his expectations.

This is a powerful force capable of overturning the final outcome of the promotion war!

Liu Nian, who had initially had a clear understanding of the situation, was no longer so confident.

The battle for promotion has become more unpredictable and more dangerous.

"It seems I need to reassess the strength of these 'neighbors'," Liu Nian thought to himself.

If the Demon Bear Clan is like this, I wonder if the Ratmen, Pigmen, and Goblins have any other trump cards up their sleeves?

Liu Nian's strength also shocked Shi Ri. If humans had such power, then his previous plans would probably have to be changed.

He absolutely did not believe that Liu Nian had used all his strength just now, because the other party was only surprised, but his expression did not reveal any fear.

This shows that the other party was confident enough to escape unscathed from the siege of himself and a group of his people.

He knew that Liu Nian had at least one Eternal-level pet that he hadn't used!

Thinking of this, a sense of apprehension arose in his heart: "It seems that we all need to get to know each other again."