Chapter 393: Exploration
Chapter 393: Exploration
"Professor Snubill is a renowned scholar of the Era of the Gods and the Primordial Era, having written a book titled "Origins of the Primordial Era and the Gods". Within its pages, he proposes several theories regarding the birth of the Gods, including the concept of tribal totems and ancestor worship."
Monica gazed at the relief before her and spoke, "Among his theories are the ideas of tribal totems and ancestor worship, but unfortunately, there has never been any evidence to support his speculations."
"Now..."
"If these artifacts truly originate from the Primordial Era, then it's plausible."
Blaze shook his head, "I've read that book. While Professor Snubill's achievements in esoteric studies are undeniable, the book is filled with wild speculations, even mentioning aliens, esotericism, and celestial beings. It's hardly a credible historical source."
Monica remained silent with a faint smile.
If an ordinary person had written such a book, she would have dismissed it as pure fantasy and of no value.
However, she knew that Professor Snubill was a powerful being with Tier Three superhuman strength.
Under the constraints of the Divine Law, the lifespan of Extraordinary Beings, including those of Tier Three, was not significantly different from that of ordinary mortals.
Yet, Professor Snubill had lived for nearly three centuries, a veritable miracle.
His work was undoubtedly worthy of attention.
"I've read that book too," Barrow said, his face grave. As a member of the Nightwatch Organization, esoteric knowledge was a mandatory subject.
"Regarding the origin of the Gods, the professor believes that the possibility of their migration from foreign realms is greater than that of their native birth."
"But if these reliefs were indeed created in the Primordial Era, then it's highly likely that the Gods originated from this land."
Blaze was speechless.
Could anyone truly believe such a thing?
"In ancient times, intelligent beings feared lightning, storms, and waves. They worshipped with devout hearts, and their intangible psychic waves, under the influence of superhuman power, materialized into entities, thus birthing the most primitive deities."
At that moment, Karl was flipping through the book "Origins of the Primordial Era and the Gods". His eyes flickered with insight.
"These deities are also known as tribal totems."
"Totems have their own symbolic images and names, allowing for communication with them."
"Hmm..."
"This is similar to the concept of deities."
Karl himself was a god.
He had his exclusive Yin-Yang symbol, and as long as someone drew the symbol and called out to him as the Master of Primal Essence, he could hear them.
"Ancestor spirits, passed down through bloodline inheritance, with names and images, can be summoned forth."
"Tribal warfare—the strong conquer, and the weak bow down. Powerful tribes swallow the weak, and the totems of the victorious tribes receive worship from more beings, gradually growing stronger until they possess divine authority."
"Similar to ancestor spirits."
"A clan ancestor rules a nation, as a king or emperor, and their clan ancestor ignites the divine flame to become a deity."
Karl closed the book, deep in thought.
Admittedly, while the book was filled with speculations, it made a lot of sense and provided Karl with valuable insights.
For instance,
Why did the Gods, despite possessing infinite lifespans, always seek to conquer other deities?
Throughout the countless millennia of this world's history, the Gods have been in constant conflict, fighting and killing each other. There had never been a period of peace.
The root cause lies in their very nature—they were born by absorbing the faith of other beings.
Evolution through consumption is their innate instinct.
And why are humans so similar to the Gods?
The deities of both worlds had once attempted to destroy all life, wiping out nearly every living being, and then creating a race that only worshipped them. Yet, in the end, humanity emerged and has endured to this day.
Because...
Initially, the Gods might have originated from humans, such as ancestral spirits, naturally inclined towards human worship.
No matter how many times the world is destroyed and reborn, it eventually returns to its original form—the human race.
"However!"
"Once you reach Tier 7, everything changes."
Karl's eyes narrowed in realization.
"Primordial Gods at that level no longer rely on human faith but instead pursue their own paths."
"The Prehistoric Era?"
"During that time, the primordial deities had limited power, but they already possessed unique abilities."
"Which means..."
"Tier 4!"
In this world, aside from the angel Remiller, who survived from the Era of the Gods, Barrow and Monica had never encountered any other fourth-rank beings.
The two carefully explored the area ahead, both being Supernal Beings, aware of the existence of a 'mysterious circle' within the world, separate from ordinary humans.
And within this circle, the most powerful beings were undoubtedly the deities.
Gods, in the eyes of Supernal Beings, held immense significance.
All Supernal Beings knew that their powers were often linked to the deities, and one day, the deities would return.
"There are generally three ways to acquire Supernal Abilities."
"Cultivation, Bloodline Inheritance, and Contact with Extraordinary Objects."
Monica whispered, her voice hovering in Barrow's ear, but Blaze couldn't hear a sound:
"Cultivation, bloodline inheritance, and contact with extraordinary objects."
"You should have cultivated the Knight's Path, right?"
"Yes." Barrow nodded. "The Nightwatch Organization has a comprehensive cultivation method for the Knight's Path. It is said that one can cultivate up to Tier 4, but no one has ever reached that stage."
Third-rank Knights were also known as Forbidden Knights. To become a fourth-rank Knight, one must have the act of godslaying.
Godslaying?
But there were no gods left in this world.
As for wizards...
This cultivation path heavily relied on talent. Even within the Nightwatch Organization, they were rare and not particularly strong in combat.
Wizards excelled in versatility, but they weren't suited for actual battles.
Especially for Initiate Wizards, as they couldn't sense the Celestial Plane, their abilities were extremely limited.
The 'Dark Wizard' of the Temple of the Gods was an exception.
"Cultivation is difficult. Without talent, one will hardly achieve anything." Monica nodded:
"But acquiring abilities from Extraordinary Objects is much easier."
"As long as you have prolonged contact with the objects, you can master their abilities, or even consume them directly."
"Do you know where Extraordinary Objects come from?"
"..." Barrow pursed his lips. "The Gods?"
"Exactly!" Monica nodded:
"When the Gods fell, their power scattered across the land, merging with various objects."
"Thus, Extraordinary Objects and Supernal Beings came into existence."
"So that's how it is!" Barrow realized. "No wonder the people from the Temple of the Gods have been collecting Extraordinary Objects. Are they trying to resurrect the Gods this way?"
"Yes!" Monica smiled faintly:
"But unfortunately, even among the upper echelons of the Temple of the Gods, few truly wish to revive the deities."
"They prefer to harness the power of the Gods for themselves."
Barrow nodded in understanding.
"What about Bloodline Inheritance?"
"Blood Alliance!"
Monica's eyes narrowed slightly. "The Blood Alliance members inherit Supernal Power through their bloodline."
"Crackle!"
Just as the two were conversing, a staff member in the mine behind them stepped on something, emitting a crisp sound.
"Be careful."
Blaze turned back. "Watch your step."
"Yes."
"..."
"Wait!" Monica tilted her head, her ears fluttering slightly, and her expression changed abruptly:
"Run!"
(End of Chapter)
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