Chapter 233: 【The Puzzle Game】
Chapter 233: 【The Puzzle Game】
Boom! Boom! Boom!
In the confined and sweltering underground space, illuminated only by torches, Lindsey and Hong dug their tunnel, inching closer to their escape plan.
Above them, the Lizard Dragon Chief, having just fought the Blind Elder, was once again locked in a fierce battle.
Thick, powerful vines danced in the air, and the scorching air nearly turned Crystal Valley into a furnace.
Before blocking the entrance to the rock...
Lindsey's thrown Carnivorous Fungal Spores had an excellent effect.
His plan was actually quite clear.
Relying solely on the Reviver Corpses whose strength hadn't reached the Sixth Stage, it would be difficult to resist the Lizard Dragon Chief at the Sixth Stage. If the Chief was careful enough, he might still discover their underground escape.
Thus, the Carnivorous Fungal Spores became the best choice to deal with this situation.
And indeed, it was so.
This terrifying plant ravenously devoured the surrounding remains, absorbing the power from the bones, turning it into nourishment for its growth. In the midst of battle, it even awakened a new ability, spraying poisonous spores from its bud!
The Carnivorous Flower inherently possessed the potential to threaten Sixth Stage powerhouses.
With constant hunting and devouring, its strength was rapidly increasing!
In contrast, the Lizard Dragon Chief, as a true Sixth Stage powerhouse, undoubtedly had greater strength than this terrifying plant.
However, having just fought the Blind Elder and forcibly killed a being of the same stage, the Lizard Dragon Chief was not at its peak condition to face this greedy and murderous Carnivorous Flower.
Boom—
Another loud noise echoed, and a cloud of dust fell in the tunnel.
"They're really going at it endlessly!"
"But if we can leave here safely, you should be content."
Crack!
Lindsey and Hong chatted as they continued digging.
But as he swung the hammer down again, Lindsey heard a different sound coming from in front of him.
Lindsey's eyebrows rose, and after several more swings of the meteor hammer, a deep purple crystal cluster fell into his hands.
【Ore/Material: Large Purple Crystal Cluster】
【A special purple crystal compound infused with Essence, holding it increases resistance to dizziness and mental attacks, and grants the [Sober as a Rock] status effect. Can also be used as a material to craft other items.
[Sober as a Rock]: Those with this status effect are hard to intoxicate.】
【Natural crystals rarely fuse with Essence, and compounds are even rarer, making items like this extremely valuable!】
Lindsey finally understood what the object in front of him was.
After their efforts, they had dug their way to the Crystal Wall.
The purple crystal before them, due to its long-term exposure to a special state, had further fused with Essence, becoming an even rarer compound! Following the Crystal Wall, Lindsey quickly dug out several more crystals.
Unfortunately, the surrounding crystals were of ordinary quality, and this Large Purple Crystal Cluster perfectly matched the description, making it an extremely rare find!
"Sigh..."
Lindsey sighed softly.
If no one disturbed Crystal Valley, he would have set aside time to thoroughly excavate, but with a battlefield right above them, such dangerous thoughts had to be put aside.
Hong, seeing Lindsey's actions, approached him:
"Did you find something new?"
Lindsey nodded:
"Yes, this crystal is also a good material."
He reached for the workbench to check the synthesis formula.
【1 Large Purple Crystal Cluster + 1/1/2 Special Metal + 1 Advanced Gemstone = Purple Sapphire Ring/Earring/Necklace】
【1 Large Purple Crystal Cluster + 3 Advanced Metals + 1 Advanced Gemstone = Spirit Staff】
【1 Large Purple Crystal Cluster + 3 Special Metals + 2 Advanced Gemstones + 15 Magnets = Level 2 Purple Lightsaber】
"A Level 2 Lightsaber..."
A strong desire flashed in Lindsey's eyes.
If he could synthesize this Level 2 Lightsaber, he could fight with two Lightsabers of different colors, a scene that would make anyone feel invincible.
But for now, it was just a thought.
In this world, there was no Force to match the power of the Lightsaber, so it had to be operated using Essence. With Lindsey's ability, controlling the Level 1 Blue Lightsaber already consumed a significant amount of Essence, and this more powerful Level 2 Lightsaber would undoubtedly require even more!
Moreover, even if he wanted to use it, he didn't have enough synthesis materials to create it!
Hong, standing nearby, asked, "Well, what strange things can you create now?"
Lindsey shook his head.
"No, I still need a lot of materials to craft the corresponding equipment, and I don't have them."
Hong was very generous, "Then tell me, and I'll help you get it later!"
Lindsey smiled bitterly in response, "In that case, I'll thank you in advance."
"To synthesize this, I need two Advanced Gemstones..." He paused, "You probably don't know what gemstones are. They're similar to crystals..."
As he explained the concept to Hong, the two continued digging.
Half an hour later, Lindsey's Essence recovered to a lower level, but it was enough to maintain normal functionality.
At this moment, he opened his Attribute Panel.
【Origin Mystery】
【The Dragon, born in the Thousand Mountain Stone Forest, grew stronger there. A secret it wanted to hide also existed here; uncover it!】
【Quest Reward: Unlock Puzzle Game Module, Attribute/Skill Experience.】
After the encounter with the Blind Ones and in the Crystal Valley, Lindsey had completed the requirements of this quest, and it was time to claim the reward.
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【Player Open Module: Puzzle Game】
【Puzzle Game Level: 1】
【Puzzle Game Ability: Clue Collection】
【Clue Collection: Players gain the ability to identify clues.
Note: A footprint, a speck of dust, a gap. In the eyes of the puzzle solver, no clue that could lead to an answer goes unnoticed!】
"..."
Lindsey wanted to satisfy his curiosity immediately by switching modules and observing his surroundings with this new ability.
But he resisted the urge.
Currently, they were in a tunnel they had just excavated.
There was nothing noteworthy around, so there was no need to waste the Essence he had barely recovered on module switching.
"I'll try it when my status recovers."
Lindsey made his decision and turned his attention back to the 【Hunting Notes】.
As they might encounter danger at any moment, the hunting simulation was in an active state, allowing him to check the updated content in the notes immediately.
As expected, the 【Carnivorous Fungal Spores】, despite their indiscriminate and violent attacks, were considered enemies by Lindsey.
At this moment, a new entry appeared in the Hunting Notes.
【Reviver】
【Reviver Corpse - Awakening Stage 1 to Awakening Stage ?】
【Size: ???】
【Weight: ???】
【Speed: ???】
【A corpse that, under the influence of the Mutation Law, revives.】
【Revivers are corpses that have transformed into twisted forms, filled with a desire to kill. Their power is influenced by various factors such as their species, strength, and the degree of corpse decay, making individual attributes difficult to generalize. Revivers that have been active for a long time may enter a mutated state, potentially regaining their pre-death abilities and memories. Killing living beings accelerates their mutation rate.】
【Weakness: Death/Life Essence】
【Kill Achievement: 73/100】
(End of Chapter)
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