Chapter 498: Breaking Through the Ground
Chapter 498: Breaking Through the Ground
After the spatial shift, the first thing that caught Ren's eye was a gigantic mechanism over twenty meters tall.
Beside it were two prototype machines that had appeared earlier.
The giant mechanism resembled a massive octopus, with eight metal tentacles as thick as barrels.
The tentacles were made up of ring-shaped metal segments, and the one that had just knocked Swordsaint Tyrion flying was one of these metal tentacles.
"Hmm? Tyrion was that careless?"
Just as Ren was surprised that a Swordsaint like Tyrion could be hit by such a thick metal tentacle, he immediately sensed something was wrong.
As soon as he stepped out of the tunnel and his feet touched the ground, he realized that the gravity around him was rapidly changing.
At this moment, Ren understood why a Swordsaint like Tyrion could stumble.
"Can it even slightly influence the surrounding gravity? This mechanical octopus is no ordinary machine."
As Ren figured this out, a metal tentacle lashed at him like lightning.
"Clang!"
Sparks flew!
A massive dragon claw, now nearly as tall as a person, blocked the metal tentacle's strike.
At this moment, Hernandez and Helm emerged from the mirror tunnel and appeared behind Ren.
However, the two were immediately stunned by the scene before them, especially Helm, who was completely dumbfounded!
What he saw was shocking!
Swordsaint Tyrion was being attacked from all sides by several metal tentacles, while the two prototype machines he had previously operated were now firing a barrage of metal pellets at the Swordsaint.
And Ren's situation was even more astonishing!
His body partially transformed into a dragon, with a massive dragon claw blocking the mechanical octopus's tentacle strike, standing firm without retreating.
"Is this a dragon bloodline transformation?!" Helm's eyes widened as he muttered.
"Quick! Don't just stand there, Helm, help!"
Hernandez quickly cast a Water Serpent Cover to protect himself and Helm. Compared to Tyrion and Ren, the two were pure wizards and needed to ensure their own defenses first. Seeing Helm still frozen in shock, he shouted.
"What should I do?!" Helm finally snapped out of his daze, somewhat panicked.
It wasn't his fault; the battle had erupted too suddenly.
Additionally, in Helm's original understanding, the prototype machines were the most brilliant jewels in the crown of ancient goblin technology.
But now, it was clear that this was not the case. Two prototype machines were present, and they weren't even the main attraction.
Clearly, they were guarding the sides of the mechanical octopus, which greatly shook Helm's perception.
Moreover, as the director of the Federation's Mechanical Research Institute, combat was not his forte; research was.
If Ren and the others were not present, he and his team would undoubtedly have been slaughtered in this situation.
"First, let's destroy those two prototype machines!"
While speaking, Hernandez cast a Water Shield Spell and a Water Film Spell on Swordsaint Tyrion.
"Alright! I'll attack."
Helm quickly began chanting and casting a spell.
At this moment, Ren, hearing the familiar incantation and energy fluctuations, glanced over.
He realized that Helm was casting a metal-based spell he was quite familiar with—'Toothed Ring'.
Four buzzing toothed metal rings soon appeared in front of Helm.
However, whether in terms of quantity or size, Helm's Toothed Ring was slightly weaker.
Moreover, in such a critical moment, Helm was still casting a third-tier spell instead of the crystallization kill move 'Serrated Net', further indicating that his mastery of this spell was not high.
Ren knew at a glance that his earlier decision to block the attack was correct.
When facing the mechanical octopus's attack, he could have chosen to dodge or to block.
If he had dodged, Hernandez might have survived, but Helm would likely have been killed by a single tentacle strike.
From the force transmitted through his left dragon claw, the mechanical octopus's tentacles had reached an epic-level of power. Even if Helm were a more experienced crystalline wizard, he would likely have been reduced to mush if caught off guard.
Considering Helm's cooperation and the pleasant relationship with Hernandez, Ren immediately decided to block the attack.
At this moment, after the metal tentacle was blocked, the mechanical octopus, sensing that Ren was a tough opponent, immediately mobilized two more tentacles to lash at him again.
"Be careful!"
"Hey!!!"
With a deafening roar, he quickly transformed into the fifth form, a massive dark silver dragon, towering in front of Hearn and Hesam, without hesitation.
However, even with this new Dawn Kill, he couldn't use it in front of everyone.
Otherwise, it would be a disaster.
Because this was not just a transformation, but a strategic choice. He chose to quickly eliminate this risk and transform into the previously displayed fifth form.
The dark silver dragon, over forty meters long, with a metallic sheen covering, stood before him, its mechanical octopus's metallic tentacles tightly clutched in its claws, and it ripped two of them!
In an instant, the battle situation reversed!
"This size dragon, I've mastered this transformation's power, isn't it already at an epic level?" Hesam saw Hearn's fierce attack, could not help but was stunned.
But fighting alongside Hearn, the massive dark silver dragon, exerting more force, he nodded his head, confirming his suspicions, and said, "Of course not, it's already mid-epic, approaching its late stages."
"Roar~ That's amazing!"
Hesam heard Hearn's words, couldn't help but take a deep breath, staring at the massive dark silver dragon, a moment of silence.
With Hern, and Hearn, this epic-level, so close to the end.
"Damn it, from behind the prototype machine launched an attack!" At this moment, the massive dark silver dragon, but turned to look the mechanical octopus, hesitated to attack, but immediately switched to the defensive.
Fortunately, he managed to slightly attract the attention of one of the prototypes, and broke able to break through the current predicament.
Now, with the massive dark silver dragon, he was ready to unleash his fury.
"Divine Cross Slash!"
A divine cross-shaped sword light flashed, like lightning, swiftly striking the water element that had turned to attack the massive dark silver dragon.
"Shh!"
The water element was instantly shattered, and at the same time, the prototype machine was instantly cut into four large pieces!
The subsequent battle was without suspense.
The only mechanical automaton he couldn't face was the sword saint, and was forced to abandon the power, stepping back from the enemy.
Thus, after thoroughly tearing the mechanical octopus to shreds, the battle had ended.
At this moment, he saw as if Hearn had seen a treasure, wanting to see the prototype machine, but turned to see Hearn kill the mechanical octopus, he immediately rushed forward, muttering to himself,
"Damn, looking at the prototype machine's red translucent energy core, I couldn't help this is a unique, and said, "This is special ancient goblin technology."
Hesam raced the mechanical octopus's remains in front of him, gazing at a human head size, placed on a metal base, and looking at the red translucent energy core, he showed a sincere expression.
"Damn it, this isn't the time to study," seeing this, Hearn nodded his head, warning him.
"Hehe, sorry, Your Majesty, but I can store this energy core for future reference. It might be artificial, and not naturally formed, which has significant reference value for us.
Helm gave an awkward smile, his face filled with longing.
However, since the mechanical octopus had been primarily killed by Ren, both Hernandez and Swordsaint Tillio looked at Ren for his decision, refraining from voicing their opinions.
Of course, this wasn't about dividing the spoils of battle but a gesture of respect.
"Sure." Sensing the fervor in Helm’s gaze, Ren nodded immediately.
For Ren, goblin technology wasn’t his main objective for this trip. Now that he had acquired the new Dawn Wizardry, his next focus would naturally be the fifth level of the Advanced Meditation Technique, Steel Heart.
However, this place was bizarre and harbored unknown dangers, leaving Ren momentarily at a loss.
Later, he planned to consult Helm, who had rich exploration experience. It was natural to offer some favors in return.
"Thank you, Sir Ren."
"It’s nothing," Ren replied with a slight smile.
As Helm excitedly ran back to the small campground, Swordsaint Tillio glanced at the mist behind them and asked, "Should we head back now?"
"But the problem is, if what Sir Ren said earlier is true, the ground within the ruins is mobile. How do we determine that going back is the way out?" Hernandez quickly pointed out an issue.
"Right," Tillio was taken aback. After glancing at Ren, who was deep in thought, he turned to ask Helm, who had run back again, "Helm, do you have any good ideas?"
"Not yet. If I did, I wouldn’t be trapped here," Helm shook his head.
"Didn’t you try anything over these few days?" Tillio couldn’t help but look at Helm with some exasperation.
"Of course, I released over ten scouting puppets earlier, but unfortunately, as soon as they moved a bit further, I lost contact with them," Helm shrugged.
It wasn’t that he wasn’t trying, but his capabilities were limited.
"Since that’s the case, let’s try going below!" A glint of determination flashed in Ren’s eyes.
"Huh?" Helm couldn’t help but look at Ren in surprise.
"But Sir Ren, the metal below is enchanted with an ancient solidification spell. Based on my judgment, it’s at least several meters thick. You..."
Helm stopped there. While he knew that the young Sir Ren was a metal-based Dawn Wizard, he still doubted that Ren could penetrate the metal floor.
"I don’t doubt Sir Ren’s abilities, but will it be safer down there?" Hernandez pondered, looking at Ren.
"Hernandez, I think you’re focusing on the wrong thing. The issue isn’t safety, but how to get out," Swordsaint Tillio waved his hand, answering for Ren.
"If we’re talking about safety, wouldn’t it be safer for us to stay in Helm’s small campground?"
"But do you think that if we don’t send any news out for a few days, anyone in the Federation would dare to explore this ruin or come to our rescue?"
Hearing this, Ren nodded in approval, looking at Tillio.
"You’re right, Tillio," Hernandez realized after a moment’s thought and apologized with a smile.
His water-based magic being suppressed had skewed his perspective for a short while.
"Since there are no objections, let’s go below."
As Ren spoke, his right palm began to glow with a dense, dark silver light.
Then, as he bent down and slammed his hand, dark silver ripples spread out from his palm. Unlike last time, Ren contained the ripples within a few meters in diameter, directing the force vertically downward.
As Helm had mentioned, the metal beneath the marble brick surface had been enchanted with a special solidification spell. Ren had previously only deformed a small part, which wasn’t too difficult, but now, penetrating it would be a challenge.
Ren was almost using his Domain-esque Dawn Finishing Move, 'Steel Forest.'
"Open!!!"
With Ren’s roar, his palm emitted a powerful dark silver light. The metal floor softened like mud and began to ripple like boiling water.
The metal within the ripple’s range rapidly sank, and within a minute, a hole over three meters in diameter was melted through!
The sight below the hole immediately captured everyone’s attention.
(End of Chapter)
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