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Chapter 361: Testing
Chapter 361: Testing
Song Chi's expression turned grim as the blood-red mist on the bloodline baptism platform gradually dissipated, and the second-rank humanoid alien was nowhere to be seen.
If his guess was correct, the so-called "bloodline baptism compatibility" was probably too low, leading to the failure of the baptism and the alien being blasted into a cloud of blood.
This meant that the bloodline baptism platform was not suitable for just any life form; at the very least, a certain level of "bloodline baptism compatibility" was required to attempt the baptism.
With this in mind, Song Chi couldn't help but feel a bit down. This would significantly reduce his plans to use the bloodline baptism platform to earn Floating Land Essence.
Furthermore, he couldn't shake off a slightly unsettling thought.
As he stepped onto the bloodline baptism platform, a wry smile appeared on Song Chi's face.
【Genetic Bloodline Talent: Excellent (31)】
【Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 46】
His bloodline baptism compatibility was slightly better than that of the humanoid alien, but it was still limited. If he were to attempt the baptism directly, the result would likely be the same as the previous second-rank humanoid alien.
Song Chi descended from the baptism platform and asked several other second-rank humanoid aliens to try it out. If he wanted to earn Floating Land Essence using the bloodline baptism platform, he had to first understand the specific baptism rules, which was essential.
However, there were no results. These second-rank humanoid aliens had similar compatibility levels as the first one, ranging between 32 and 34 points.
Song Chi then summoned a few third-rank humanoid aliens from the nurturing secret realm, including the near-fourth-rank humanoid alien.
Soon, these aliens stepped onto the bloodline baptism platform one after another.
This time, there was a noticeable difference. The third-rank humanoid aliens had a compatibility level of 45 to 46 points, similar to Song Chi's current level. As for the near-fourth-rank humanoid alien, its bloodline baptism compatibility even exceeded 50 points.
With this answer, Song Chi fell into deep thought.
Comparing the differences among these humanoid aliens, the significant variation in their compatibility levels suggested that the bloodline baptism platform's compatibility was likely unrelated to the species itself and was influenced by other factors.
As he pondered, Song Chi already had a guess in mind.
...
Surrounding the Silver Moon Lake, with the rise of Song Chi and Song Mingsong, the Tenth Direct Lineage had grown significantly over the years. The population of the lineage had reached nearly 500,000, and with such a large population base, the surrounding area of Silver Moon Lake had become densely built up. Several years ago, a small city had been established around the lake.
Silver Moon City, Southern Warship Docking Area.
A low, buzzing sound filled the air as dozens of frigates slowly rose into the sky, accompanied by the rumble of engines.
Having just returned from an exploration mission in a different star domain, Song Bo piloted his Wave Frigate and descended from the sky above Silver Moon City. Seeing so many frigates taking off at once, he was startled, assuming that something major had happened within the lineage.
He initiated a communication request to a familiar frigate and, upon connection, quickly asked:
"Lei, what's going on? Why are so many of our people mobilized?"
On the communication projection, the imposing figure of Song Lei replied:
"Nothing much. Our Lord Chi just issued an order to the lineage, requesting a large number of various zero to third-rank alien life forms. Everyone is preparing to head to the enslavement zone within the continent to collect enslaved creatures."
"You're a bit late. A group of our people has already left for the colonization zone in another star domain. They should be back soon."
Hearing this explanation, Song Bo understood.
Lord Chi had always worked for the benefit of the lineage and rarely made requests. This was almost the first time he had formally spoken up, so the members of the lineage naturally wanted to fulfill his request perfectly.
After ending the communication, Song Bo continued to ponder on his own.
Over two decades of development and accumulation had allowed the Tenth Direct Lineage to establish dozens of colonization zones in other star domains. However, there were only a limited number of alien life forms worth raising, fewer than twenty, and even including the Dragon Backbone Continent's raising points, there were barely thirty to forty.
Song Bo felt a bit concerned, thinking it might not be enough.
As he walked towards the warship's cabin, he noticed several white figures in the alloy cages inside. Song Bo's eyes narrowed, and he decided to hand over one of the creatures from the cage.
These humanoid white-skinned creatures had long dragon tails and were covered in white scales, clearly Half-Dragons. Although they were the lowest among the various Half-Dragons, inheriting the White Dragon bloodline, it still took considerable effort to capture them during the previous exploration mission in the alien star domain.
Seeing the determination to actively hand over a batch of them showed their sincerity.
...
The next day, as he witnessed various different alien creatures being sent to the estate one after another, Song Chi couldn't help but marvel at the speed of his bloodline's actions.
After thanking the clan members, Song Chi quickly returned to the Ruins Market with nearly a hundred different aliens.
He immediately began the previously planned testing process.
Fox People
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 26
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 20
...
White-Winged Tribe
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 28
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 25
...
Werewolves
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 35
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 53
...
Two-Headed Werewolves
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 49
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 72
...
As the test results came out one by one, Song Chi recorded them, and his suspicion grew stronger. When a Second-Tier Half-Dragon appeared, he was almost certain of his theory.
White Dragon Bloodline Half-Dragon
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 64
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 92
...
"As expected, the stronger the physique of a creature, the higher its Bloodline Baptism Compatibility!"
Whether it was the werewolves, the two-headed werewolves, or the current Half-Dragons, their physical prowess was among the top of all Star Sea aliens. Especially the Half-Dragons, with their pure-blooded giant dragon lineage, had an astonishing physique, which explained their incredible compatibility.
With this confirmation, Song Chi thought about himself. The Star Sea Humanity had never been known for their physical prowess. His own compatibility of 46 was likely due to his Guiding Art reaching lv35, and recently consuming a Strength Fruit.
In other words, his compatibility of 46 was probably already extremely high among all Flame Torch Captains of the Third Rank and below. If he only had this level of compatibility, other Flame Torch Captains would likely have even lower compatibility.
It was clear that applying the Bloodline Baptism Platform on a large scale to the Flame Torch Captains was not feasible.
"As expected, there's no such thing as a free lunch. If ordinary creatures want to easily enhance their genetic bloodline talent, it can't be this simple. If such an artifact existed, it would have to be a golden sacred realm artifact, or even beyond. It's impossible for a red artifact to achieve this."
Shaking his head, Song Chi didn't dwell on it further. He continued with the tests.
The humanoid alien with a compatibility of 30 had failed, so he started with those above 40.
Soon, the Star Spirit People with a compatibility of 42 also failed, following the path of the humanoid alien. Several other creatures with compatibilities ranging from 44 to 49 all failed without exception.
After confirming that compatibilities in the 40s didn't work, he further tested the 50-59 range.
Song Chi didn't want to risk the Half-Dragon humanoid of near-Fourth-Rank. Their talent was not bad, and there was a good chance of them advancing to the Fourth Rank in the future, making them potential carriers of the Enslavement Seal·Frenzy.
Soon, a Second-Tier werewolf was sent up, and Song Chi initiated the basic bloodline baptism.
Although each baptism consumed a significant amount of energy, they were in the Multiverse Bazaar, which was like a massive conversion furnace, constantly absorbing infinite energy from the void space with frightening efficiency. Song Chi wasn't worried about energy at all.
This time, there was a difference. The Second-Tier werewolf endured longer than all the previous aliens tested, and just when Song Chi thought it would succeed, it still exploded into a cloud of blood mist.
Seeing this, Song Chi summoned a Third-Tier werewolf, whose compatibility reached 59, just one step away from 60.
Even so, it still couldn't withstand the baptism process.
By this point, Song Chi's brows were tightly knit, as this was not the result he had hoped for.
Another Second-Tier Blueblood was sent up to the baptism platform, with a compatibility of 65.
When the bloodline baptism was activated again, a smile finally appeared on Song Chi's face.
This Second-Tier Blueblood had succeeded in the baptism.
In his joy, his gaze quickly scanned the two lines of text that reappeared on the baptism platform.
Blueblood Tribe
Genetic Bloodline Talent: 46
Bloodline Baptism Compatibility: 65
"46?
Song Chi's heart skipped a beat as he recalled that before the successful baptism, his bloodline value was 33.
In other words, this baptism had increased his bloodline value by 13 points.
Song Chi's expression remained neutral, showing neither satisfaction nor disappointment.
The increase in value was indeed not significant, but after all, it was just a basic baptism. The subsequent intermediate and advanced baptisms would undoubtedly have more noticeable effects.
Calming himself, he then allowed several second-rank Blueblood Tribe members to take turns on the baptism platform. Their compatibility levels were all above 63 points, but the results were far from ideal.
Out of the 14 second-rank Blueblood Tribe members, only 2 succeeded, including the first one.
"A compatibility level of over 60 points only has a tiny chance of success..."
Next were the second-rank two-headed werewolves, whose compatibility levels reached over 70 points. Their baptism success rate was much higher, with only 1 failure out of 20.
...
In this manner, Song Chi tested over a hundred different alien species, including third-rank and below, and finally arrived at a relatively accurate conclusion.
Firstly, only creatures with a compatibility level of 70 points or higher had an extremely high chance of successful baptism.
And for those with 80 points or higher, there were basically no instances of failure.
However, this was just the basic baptism. To proceed with an intermediate baptism, a compatibility level of at least 80 points was necessary.
Similarly, an advanced baptism required a compatibility level of 90 points or more.
As for the effects of the baptisms, the basic baptism could elevate ordinary Star Sea lifeforms (5-30) directly into the tier of Star Sea Excellent Life (31-50).
The intermediate baptism could propel Star Sea Excellent Life (31-50) into the tier of Talent Extraordinaires (51-70), the third tier of Genetic Heritage Talent.
The advanced baptism could then promote Talent Extraordinaires (51-70) to the tier of Star Sea Advanced Life (71-80).
Of course, this was referring to baptisms at the second rank and below. If one were to undergo the baptism at the third, fourth, or even fifth rank, the effects would be significantly diminished. After all, at those ranks, the essence of life had already undergone multiple sublimations, and the journey towards the Perfect Life tier had been underway for a considerable time. Naturally, the impact of bloodline baptism would be less potent than at lower ranks.
Song Chi was not entirely satisfied with this test result, as it greatly limited the versatility of the Bloodline Baptism Platform. With such high requirements, the number of eligible creatures for future baptisms would undoubtedly be limited.
However, he soon thought of something else. With a compatibility level of 70 points, one could attempt the basic baptism, which meant that it wasn't impossible for him either.
Of course, before that, he must strive to acquire resources like the Strength Fruit to enhance his physique and gradually work towards meeting the rigid requirement of a 70-point compatibility level.
As for the possibility of failure even with a compatibility level above 70 points, Song Chi wasn't concerned. As the lord of the bazaar, he could halt the operation of the Bloodline Baptism Platform whenever he wished.
Regarding the alien creatures that had exploded earlier, there were two reasons why Song Chi couldn't accurately assess their conditions. Firstly, the blood fog obscured his view, preventing him from observing their specific states.
Secondly, as an outsider, it was impossible for him to have complete control over their endurance capabilities.
After returning all the baptized aliens to their original locations, Song Chi began to plan the subsequent baptisms for the Bloodline Baptism Platform in detail.
Although the baptism had a high threshold, the number and variety of aliens entering the bazaar each time were also substantial. There would undoubtedly be eligible aliens, so before the next bazaar opening, he must determine the cost for each baptism.
This cost couldn't be set too high, given the already stringent requirements. If the baptism fee were too expensive, it would further limit the number of aliens eligible for baptism, making it challenging to earn a substantial amount of Floating Land Essence from this artifact.
However, it also couldn't be too low. Items that could enhance genetic heritage talents were scarce, and setting the fee too low would diminish the prestige of the Bloodline Baptism Platform.
Additionally, the fees for the three different tiers of baptism must be differentiated. After all, there was a fundamental difference between elevating an ordinary lifeform to an excellent lifeform and promoting a talented lifeform to a Star Sea Advanced Lifeform.
Although it was the same advancement of one rank, genetic heritage talents became increasingly challenging to enhance as one progressed. These factors couldn't be compared directly.
PS: What do you think would be an appropriate cost? Should it be in Floating Land Essence or Star Sea Artifacts?
(End of Chapter)
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