Mage Manual
Chapter 351 - Chapter 351 Chapter 297 The Void Realm Map Surrenders

Chapter 351: Chapter 297: The Void Realm Map Surrenders Chapter 351: Chapter 297: The Void Realm Map Surrenders After the mother and daughter had resolved their misunderstanding, the daughter’s friends naturally received their due kindness.

Ash and the others were escorted to a well-equipped suite, where they were not limited in any way except that they could not leave the room. Hanna told them to rest well tonight and take a walk in the Void Realm if they were not sleepy, and that they could discuss official matters tomorrow.

Throughout the conversation, Hanna kept her face covered with the Gospel Book, and even Igula, who had the worst intentions, did not say anything, nodding in agreement with Hanna’s request.

Undoubtedly, Hanna did not bring them to Vatican Mura simply to visit her mother and tour around; she wanted a triple win–to seek sanctuary here, win once; to push the blame onto her mother’s family, win a second time; and then to use the area’s unique advantages to help Ash and the others make it onto the second future list, winning for the third time.

But Ash could not figure out how Vatican Mura could be of any help to them. Was it to train their hearts into those of clowns, who could alienate and isolate everyone in the city?

While Ash was pondering, the sports car was fast approaching the borders of the Star Hall Area.

On the Void Realm Map, the light spots representing the Mages drew a knowledgeable path through the endless black lake, rapidly approaching the verdant Star Hall Area ahead.

If one were to raise their viewpoint and observe the whole map of the Time Continent, they would discover there were several arc-shaped paths appearing in the dark area outside the Star Hall Area–the traces of exploration by Ash and the others over the last several days.

If these paths were connected end to end, one could see a twisted and curving circle.

A few days ago, the trio, by observing the Void Realm Map, discovered the secret of how the Time Continent functioned:

The path of the Heavenly Carriage Bull was circular.

The White Bull was not walking straight forward but with a slight arc. When it completed a circle, the Time Continent would have gone through a time cycle.

However, this was not something unimaginable. According to the Sword Maiden, many Mages had guessed that the White Bull must be going around and around in the Time Continent, as it couldn’t possibly be infinitely large. It was just that the other Mages did not have the Void Realm Map and thus could not confirm the bull’s trajectory.

Although they did not discuss a conclusive explanation, they all had a vague feeling that within this regular circular mechanism of the White Bull, there must be more profound secrets unknown to the world.

After many days, Ash and the others finally stepped into the Star Hall Area with a complete map, and tomorrow they would be able to freely scour the special resources of the area–

Boom!

Suddenly, there was an explosive sound like the scorching sun, and the fierce storm tore through the Rain Curtain of the Flowing Gold River. The car’s “Refraction Curtain” was directly triggered, rippling in waves!

Around them, trees nurtured by the Flowing Gold River snapped one after another, waist-high weeds toppled, and even the proud Golden Rain had to avoid the vortex of war!

Ash slammed on the brakes, and the sports car skidded to a stop on the grass, drawing a doughnut track. Sonia and Diya were already prepared for battle: “Where’s the enemy?”

“In… beyond sight!”

Ash looked at the Void Realm Map; within a 25-grid radius, the area was all “fruitless” safe zones, which meant that the attack had just come from beyond the scouting range of the Void Realm–a beyond-visual-range strike!

Boom!

Thud Thud Thud!

Not far behind the layered curtains of Golden Rain, a group-level fierce battle was raging. The roars of energy annihilation, the mournful cries of the upheaving earth, and the rhythm of blood and flesh intertwined into a symphony of disaster that affected the entire region.

Even though they couldn’t see their traces, the notes scattered from their battle were already enough to destroy the nearby ecosystem!

Ash dared to drive the car a bit further and finally saw a blood-red warning message in the corner of the area:

“War Engagement Zone (many, a large group, a massive abundance of intellectual beings).”

Without further information, the three Mages knew what the statement meant–they had encountered a war between Heroic Soul Armies!

And unlike the last time with the Heroic Soul Commander who went out with a few dragons for a walk, both sides of this war had brought a large number of creatures capable of being armed, which is why their clash was shaking the Void Realm as if seas and mountains were collapsing.

Without any negotiations, Ash immediately drove away–no matter how much of a risk-taker one might usually be, faced with this situation, one must instantly turn into a conservative Mage!

However, their approach had caught the attention of both sides of the war. The dazzling Golden Rain suddenly parted to create a clear path, and a translucent golden soul quickly covered hundreds of meters and ferociously dove into Ash’s body.

“You’ve arrived just in time, Demilo, use your invincible Logistics Skill to run away…”

“…”

“You… are not Demilo?”

“Ss, so cold. I do not want to return to that colorless world, I don’t want to… No, no, let me sleep, don’t wake me up again, don’t… toy with me anymore.”

Before Ash could react, his Technique Spirit of “Soul Summoning” popped out on its own, explaining the changes that had occurred to him:

“The Technique Spirit has absorbed an identical Technique Spirit, unlocking new troop types: ‘Griffin Meteorologist,’ ‘Bastion,’ ‘Prayer of the Stars,’ ‘Shooting Star Warrior.'”

“Star Hall Griffin Meteorologist: Wind Skill, Water Magic, and Thunder Technique cause +20% soul damage. Equipped with 3 layers of armor, humanoid, and comes with a griffin mount and the Miracle ‘Star Tide.’ Each unit consumes 4 points of Soul Power.”

[Star Tide: Target a single enemy, inflicting a mix of wind, water, and thunder damage.]

“Star Hall Bastion: Any attack causes +15% soul damage. Equipped with 11 layers of armor, humanoid, and comes with a shield. Each unit consumes 5 points of Soul Power.”

“Star Hall Prayer of the Stars: Ranged attack causes +45% soul damage. Equipped with 4 layers of armor, humanoid, and comes with a special Miracle ‘Star Fall.’ Each unit consumes 10 points of Soul Power.”

[Star Fall: Chants for a minimum of 1 second to a maximum of 60 seconds, unleashing an area-wide Starlight Fall attack on a designated area that cannot be changed once selected.]

“Star Hall Shooting Star Warrior: Melee attack causes +60% soul damage. Equipped with 7 layers of armor, humanoid, and comes with special Miracles ‘Shooting Star Strike,’ ‘Path of the Stars,’ and ‘Chaotic Star Cloud.’ Each unit consumes 15 points of Soul Power.”

[Shooting Star Strike: Your next hit is infused with the force of the stars, ignoring the enemy’s armor.]

[Path of the Stars: You can move through obstacles, including enemies, walls, and defensive Miracles.]

[Chaotic Star Cloud: You have a 30% chance of evading all attacks. Each successful evasion refreshes the cooldown of ‘Shooting Star Strike.’]

“You have absorbed ‘Commander Manual of Bladon.'”

“Please choose 2 rewards–”

“Star Cluster (Bladon Exclusive Reward) (Locked Selection): You are the embodiment of the will of the stars; under your command, the Prayer of the Stars’ chant time for Miracles is reduced by 50%, and Miracle power is increased by 150%, with an additional layer of armor granted.”

“Advanced Shooting Command Technique (Optional): You know how to use ranged troops to achieve strategic goals and also gain a large amount of shooting faction experience.”

“Advanced Attack Skill (Optional): You are undoubtedly a master of attack, and you also gain a large amount of experience across all factions.”

“Advanced Financial Management Skill (Optional): When arming troops, the Soul Power consumption is reduced by 50%.”

How powerful!

Whether it’s from the unlocked troop types or the skills in the Commander manual, that golden spirit who rushed over just now is undoubtedly a Commander of Eternal Fame level!

But even such a formidable Commander was beaten into a panicked retreat!

Ash didn’t dare to look back, and drove the sports car desperately away from the combat zone. Sonia also felt the heavy murderous intent coming from behind, her whole body tensed and trembling with fear, and even the Witch Diya’s hair began to change color!

They hadn’t even seen the enemy yet, but deep inside, they felt a fear as if they had encountered a natural predator!

Run, run fast!

Ash checked the Void Realm Map, only to find that the surrounding 25 squares had already surrendered before them, the cruel red almost seemed to drip off the screen onto him.

“Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger”

“Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger”

“Danger” “Danger” “I” “Danger” “Danger”

“Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger”

“Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger” “Danger”

“Is it still in time to pray to the Void Realm now?” Diya’s voice was scared into a duet.

…

“Done for.”

Banjee was helping Hanna with a moisturizing facial treatment after her healing, and the young lady suddenly sat up, looking worse than when her mother had hit her.

“Even though the partnership has shifted from Mrs. Nona to Mrs. Qinna, it should still be within your plan, right, Miss…” Banjee was somewhat puzzled: “And, the injury is much lighter than expected… It seems that Mrs. Qinna still has some affection for you.”

“No, I’m not talking about that old woman,” Purple Moth said, holding her head, “Have you forgotten? Our Azura’s strongest office, our best business is…”

“Assassination in the Void Realm.”