Chapter 646: The Age of Insects
Chapter 646: The Age of Insects
Swoosh—
As the sound of water echoed, a monstrous yet pale and soft-skinned insect squeezed out of the hatching pool.
It tumbled onto the ground and used its mouthparts to tear through the thin membrane on its body.
Struggling on the ground for a moment, it quickly stood up, completing its first movement in the world.
At the same time, the pale and soft carapace hardened upon contact with the air, rapidly transforming into a sturdy defense, while nutrients were provided by the fungal mat below.
In just a few seconds, a healthy insect grew in size and walked on the fungal mat, following the underground tunnel towards its designated work location.
With the emergence of this insect, Lin Sai, who had been quietly waiting nearby, finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"Three thousand, the three thousandth one!"
"The number is finally sufficient!"
The insect that had just emerged from the hatching pool was the three thousandth insect.
Without hesitation, Lin Sai immediately controlled the Insect Nest to upgrade.
Whoosh—
A large amount of resources vanished instantly.
The hidden Insect Nest beneath the canyon also began its upgrade phase, marking a civilization's leap forward.
"This upgrade will also take a day."
After confirming the upgrade information, Lin Sai returned to the surface alone.
It was late at night, and the sparse clouds in the sky of the Wildlands world revealed a dazzling starry night. He looked up, and the glowing fungal mat illuminated the surroundings, creating a dreamlike fluorescent landscape.
"..."
Lin Sai silently opened the strategic map.
Using his skills, he observed the Underground Fortress far in the north of the world.
Just as he had anticipated before leaving, the Deviators had launched several raids on the Underground Fortress. However, due to the lack of a unified absolute leader, these scattered attacks failed to defeat the tightly-knit expedition forces.
Now, surrounding the Underground Fortress, the workers even extended the road towards the Forest Capital, further reinforcing the path. It seemed as if this new city was being firmly established deep in the north!
"Vivian and the others are doing a great job."
Lin Sai nodded in approval.
Just then, the fungal mat behind him opened with a 'swish,' and a Mourner emerged:
"Lord Lin Sai, the nest is changing again tonight."
"Is this the new era upgrade you mentioned before?"
The leader of the Insectoid tribe spoke with a sense of awe.
In his past few years of life, everything had been stable and orderly, without any unnecessary changes or hopes.
But after Lin Sai's appearance, within a few short months, the Corrupting Venom that plagued the Insectoid tribe's lifespan limit was resolved.
And after their complete allegiance, the nest, which had no tangible sense, began to undergo earth-shattering changes.
The once-dwindling population steadily increased.
Although the insects produced by the Insect Nest lacked consciousness, they fearlessly accepted any task, even sacrificing their lives.
With facilities like the Enhancement Chamber enhancing the Insectoid tribe, after this period of development, the Mourner could only see the benefits he had gained, and his loyalty to Lin Sai naturally grew stronger.
Lin Sai smiled faintly, "This upgrade will take a day."
"By this time tomorrow, you'll be able to experience a brand new home."
After answering, Lin Sai casually asked, "You seem to be doing well recently, too?"
The Mourner, on the other hand, responded with self-mockery, "Recently? I've been feeling a bit dazed and confused."
"In the past, I stayed here, maintaining a quiet and unchanging order."
Now, with so many changes unfolding before him, Lin Sai felt a bit overwhelmed.
He could sense the deeper emotions of the Mourner, and he smiled, "I was asking about your feelings?"
"The feeling of prosperity... it's quite nice." The Mourner contemplated seriously, "According to your human saying, this might be happiness?"
Lin Sai and the Mourner chatted for a while.
Being treated with such respect by an Insectoid made him feel a bit peculiar.
After the Mourner returned to the underground nest...
Lin Sai remained in place, quietly awaiting the subsequent upgrades to the structures.
Until the second night...
The Insect Nest's civilization upgrade was complete.
At the center of the underground structure, the Fungal Mat, which seemed to possess a life of its own, once again entered a rapid growth mode.
The texture of the mat became denser, and the life force it conveyed when stepped on grew even stronger.
Lin Sai sat on the surface, unable to see the changes in the underground structures.
But when he opened the construction panel, a series of new buildings appeared.
【Large Hive】
Construction Cost: 1000 Food, 300 High Energy Gas.
Function: The Large Hive serves as the primary command center for the Insectoids, unlocking more advanced drone modifications and providing enhanced command and control capabilities.
【Biochemical Laboratory】
Construction Cost: 300 Food, 200 High Energy Gas.
Function: Focuses on researching new biological weapons and defense mechanisms. Can develop abilities like venom spraying, acidic blood, and burrowing, analyze collected prey genes, and enhance the combat capabilities of units and the functionality of structures.
【Acid Spraying Acid Tower】
Construction Cost: 250 Food.
Function: An advanced defensive structure capable of launching powerful biological acid attacks against airborne and ground units, providing strong area control.
【Advanced Incubation Pool】
Construction Cost: 800 Food, 50 High Energy Gas.
Function: Enhances the incubation of Insectoid units.
【Neurolink Center】
Construction Cost: 350 Food, 250 High Energy Gas.
Function: Strengthens the telepathic connection between Insectoid units, providing battlefield information and enhancing coordination.
【High Energy Gas Refinery】
Construction Cost: 300 Food.
Function: Refines collected natural gas to extract High Energy Gas.
【Resurrection Pool】
Construction Cost: 700 Food, 300 High Energy Gas.
Function: Quickly restores the health of Insectoid units. Can resurrect dead Insectoids if their bodies remain intact.
...
Lin Sai reviewed each building in turn.
At this stage, the Insect Nest lacks any structures for food production.
Because from this stage onwards, the Insectoids themselves become the ultimate resource producers! They plunder other substances for their own use, and this is how they create resources and thrive!
"High Energy Gas..."
Lin Sai's attention was immediately drawn to a particular building.
【High Energy Gas Refinery】
This Insect Nest building requires High Energy Gas as a special resource.
But since this substance doesn't exist in this world, the construction system adapts, allowing it to be extracted from natural gas.
"So, where do we find natural gas?"
"Hmm?"
Just as Lin Sai was examining these building upgrades, his Essence underwent a sudden change.
Lin Sai reacted instantly.
He opened his attribute panel, and indeed, a set of brand-new words appeared.
【Real-Time Strategy Level: 3→4】
(End of Chapter)
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