Chapter 513: Oceanic Catastrophe
Chapter 513: Oceanic Catastrophe
Abyssal Whale Solorya.
An ancient giant whale from the tale "Dead Sea Drift," residing in the Sea of Lost Souls.
It usually remains dormant, manifesting as an island on the sea, harmless to all.
However, when awakened and regaining consciousness, it immediately enters a frenzy, becoming a terrifying creature that devours all living beings.
In the final chapter of "Dead Sea Drift," the protagonist voluntarily charges into the whale's mouth, destroying its heart and slaying the monster.
Ocean Nightmare Krulu.
A creature from the setting of "Great Wave Ascends," possessing the ability to control oceanic hurricanes, stir up towering waves, and influence the Wraiths, challenging adventurers.
Even at the story's conclusion, this monster remains alive within the setting.
Its specific weaknesses are still unclear.
Confronted with the abilities of these two beasts, the trio didn't need much deliberation to decide on their target.
Alarson spoke up, "Controlling hurricanes and summoning Wraiths, that's exactly what we're up against."
"So, the monster in that central whirlpool should be the Ocean Nightmare Kruluru, right?"
Wah Wah Wah's expression held a hint of disappointment, "Yes, the Ocean Nightmare. But I prefer the Abyssal Whale a bit more; at least I know how to deal with that guy."
"As for Kruluru—that thing in the story is purely a background setting designed to create difficulties. When it comes to dealing with it, we're clueless, shrouded in mystery!"
Lindsey glanced at the Hunting Journal, sounding rather confident, "Don't worry, I have some experience dealing with these kinds of monsters."
"As long as I can get a glimpse of its true form, I'll figure out its weaknesses."
"..."
Wah Wah Wah rolled her eyes, "You're always full of ideas."
As Lindsey and the others discussed their battle strategy, the dark atmosphere brought by the Wraiths gradually dissipated on the sea.
When the last trace of the dark sea dissolved in the sunlight, the information that had appeared on Lindsey's attribute panel hours earlier resurfaced.
【Horror Game Level: 1→2】
【Fear Pursuit: When players and enemies engage in a chase, movement speed increases.
Note: Run, run fast! The exit is just ahead!】
"..."
Lindsey stroked her chin.
After the confrontation with the Wraiths, the awakening of the Horror Game skill seemed reasonable.
The effect of Fear Pursuit was straightforward.
The wording, "When players and enemies engage in a chase," caught her attention.
This description didn't specify whether the player was the pursuer or the pursued.
Lindsey pondered, "So, in the Horror Game, I can also play the role of the terror?"
"..."
The sea became calm, and the strange ship made of iron and wood continued sailing towards the horizon.
About half an hour later, the clear sky darkened again, but unlike the previous storm that had approached them.
Right ahead of their course, the sun's golden rays shone upon the low-hanging dark clouds.
An endless expanse of darkness enveloped their vision, as if the gloomy sky and the dark sea had merged into one.
The small boat sailed forward, slicing through the calm sea.
"Hmm—"
Lindsey wrinkled her nose.
The air was filled with the salty dampness of seawater and the metallic scent preceding thunder and lightning.
As she peered into the darkness, a flash of lightning leaped across the clouds, revealing the menacing textures within.
A deep rumble followed—
Thunder boomed.
It was a low, continuous roar, like an ancient battle cry signaling the commencement of combat.
Lindsey looked at the musical score.
"He's a Pirate" - Brings forth a freedom breeze on the open sea, guiding people towards their heart's desires.
"The Open Sea" - When sailing or commanding a vessel, enhances the vehicle's ability to withstand extreme environments.
The former is Captain Jack, who brings the freedom breeze, while the latter is the Raven, an all-terrain ship.
Lindsey stared at the approaching darkness.
Facing the oppressive feeling of being so close, he switched the background music to the latter.
"Wah Wah Wah, take this."
Lindsey handed the violin to Wah Wah Wah and then turned to the one-armed painter, Alarson.
"Alarson, I'll take care of the upcoming battle, but I might not be able to look after our ship."
"Can you protect our ship here?"
Alarson nodded seriously, making a promise.
"Don't worry, I don't plan on staying here and becoming fish food either."
The ship bravely sailed into the darkness.
A few miles ahead, a strong wind blew across the sea, and the nearby currents became as violent as the pitch-black sky.
But this storm didn't target Lindsey and his companions.
The entire sea area seemed to be a dangerous forbidden zone.
The seawater below churned higher and higher, visibly accelerating and spinning, forming a massive and profound whirlpool ahead.
The center of the giant whirlpool was dark and mysterious, like a portal to another world, emitting a chilling aura.
"Lindsey, it's here!"
Wah Wah Wah immediately recognized the whirlpool amidst the towering waves.
Her petite body struggled to stay on the ship, shouting to Lindsey beside her,
"How is it? Can you see the enemy's position?"
Lindsey spread out the map.
A red dot, hundreds or thousands of times larger than a human, was right in the center of the whirlpool.
However, looking into the pitch-black world, he couldn't see the enemy's figure at all.
"Kruluru is right in the center of the whirlpool!"
"I can't see it?"
"It should be there, even if it's invisible to the naked eye!"
Lindsey shouted to Wah Wah Wah.
The wind and waves around them grew more ferocious, and the whirlpool's currents moved at an incredible speed, raising a massive column of dark and turbid water while producing countless bubbles and splashing foam.
The deafening roar of the waves was like the breath of a deep-sea monster.
As it became clear that the enemy couldn't be spotted with the naked eye, Lindsey didn't hesitate. He drew the Iron Horned Bow, nocked a Frost Venom Arrow, and fired it towards the location marked on the map.
"Even if we can't see it, this guy's body must be there!"
Boom!
The sound of thunder and the twang of the bowstring intertwined.
On the pitch-black sea surface, the ice-blue arrow pierced through the storm and turbulent waves, leaving a trail of frost in the dark sky.
Crackle!
The seemingly empty sea surface suddenly glowed with a blue light.
It was the Frost Venom Arrow freezing the enemy!
"That's right, it's there!"
Lindsey glanced at the Hunting Journal.
After launching the attack in Kruluru's lair, the Hunting Journal indeed began to display corresponding text.
[Kruluru]
[Spirit of Disaster - Ocean Storm]
[Length???]
[Weight???]
[Speed - ???]
[The incarnation of the ocean storm, bearing intense hostility towards human seafarers and adventurers.]
[Kruluru is the physical manifestation of ocean disasters, possessing the power to cause all kinds of oceanic calamities. Its body is usually hidden beneath dark clouds, making it nearly invisible to the naked eye.]
[Weakness: ???]
[Hunting Suggestion: ???]
[Kill Achievement: 0/0]
(End of Chapter)
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