The Legend

13. What a Torturous Skill

In an instant, the insects were all stained pale purple by the purple mist spread by the purple poison banner, and ghostly, demonic things began to slowly appear on their bodies. These things were later called "Devil Ghosts," which attached themselves to monsters' bodies, more resilient than plasters, and could greatly weaken all of the monster's attributes. The higher the skill level, the more obvious the effect; it would be absolutely terrifying in the later stages.

A large group of insects were stained light purple, and in an instant they were thrown into chaos, scurrying about in groups and rushing towards the valley entrance.

Ryan and Bloodshot blocked the valley entrance and launched an attack. Ryan was the main damage dealer, dealing high damage; a single fatal sword strike instantly killed over 300 HP of numerous insects within a 5-yard line in front of him. 

Bloodshot used her afterimage sword technique, attacking three insects at a time, but the damage was slightly lower, only taking away about 100 HP from each insect. However, her defense was very strong, and her health was also high; the insects only dealt about 100 damage to her, while dealing over 180 damage to Ryan.

At this moment, Embe Dragon, along with Ember Fox and Ember Tiger, began unleashing a barrage of attacks. Fire Wall spells covered the valley entrance, the raging flames burning continuously. 

Although the damage wasn't high, the flames were persistent, causing the insects to squeal and scream, unsure of who to attack. Some tried to rush out but couldn't get through. Others tried to push forward but were blocked by the insects in front, only to be burned.

Teagan was also busy, casting out one poison array after another, just in case the weakening effect disappeared.

The first batch of insects burned for a full fifteen minutes before they were finally all dead.

Ryan and Teagan leveled up to level 17 instantly—it was incredibly satisfying! After all, they were the lowest level, so they received the most experience bonuses. The three members of the Longcheng family and Bloodshot, while not leveling up, also gained a significant amount of experience.

Looking at the valley entrance littered with dead insects and covered in a sticky, green liquid, it was utterly disgusting. The insects had shriveled up immediately after death, like deflated balloons. The copper coins and green equipment they dropped were all soaking in the liquid.

There was no time for anyone to collect the loot; leveling up was the priority, which attracted a second wave. This time, Ryan ventured deep into the lion's den, risking his life, because Teagan's poison array had a limited range and he couldn't go any further.

Naturally, Bloodshot should have been the one to lure the monsters, as she was a guardian-type warrior. However, Ryan thought that as a man, he should be the one charging into battle, and it was inappropriate to let a girl lure the monsters.

This time, Ryan was in real trouble. A swarm of insects was chasing him relentlessly, their gaping maws wide open. Watching Ryan's blood and energy fluctuate wildly, it was a nerve-wracking experience for everyone watching. If he were to die by accident, how pathetic would that be?

Teagan had already set up the poison array at the valley entrance. 

In the short time it took Ryan to turn around after escaping the valley entrance, the three mages had already laid down a wall of fire, and a large number of insects once again walked into the death trap.

The group continued burning the insects in this cycle for a full three hours. Dragon City Emperor and Flying Snow finally reached level 20, while Ice Heart Dance and Dragon City Sky Edge reached level 19. Ryan and Teagan were at level 18, and were about to reach level 19.

"Dragon, quickly give me the skill book and the magic wand." Ember Fox couldn't wait to ask Ember Dragon for those two items.

"Here, take them." Ember Dragon didn't hesitate at all and actually traded them to her.

Ryan and Teagan began to secretly speculate about the relationship between the two. The Ember Dragon was far too generous, giving away a level 20 blue magic wand and a level 20 elemental blue skill book so easily. Was he just incredibly wealthy, or had he lost his mind?

Ember Fox equipped herself with the Fire Spirit Staff and learned the Heavenly Fire Technique skill. Overjoyed, she chuckled and said, "Let's begin. I'll show you the power of this new skill."

Ryan said nothing and then attracted a large swarm of insects.

Teagan set up the Plague Poison Array, and Ember Dragon and Ember Tiger laid out a large-scale fire wall. At this moment, Dragon City Ember Fox began to unleash her ultimate move, Heavenly Fire Technique.

Then, Ember Fox raised her magic wand high with her delicate white hand. A red cloud appeared in the sky, followed by fluctuations in fire element. Then, like shooting stars, huge fireballs began to fall from the red cloud, much like the scene when the blue boss, the Skeleton Priest, cast this skill.

Then a series of explosions rang out, one after another, and the flames rose even more fiercely.

Fireballs landed and exploded, causing widespread damage. Almost all the insects were burned, their bodies engulfed in flames, and their cries were pitiful.

Everyone stared in disbelief, their hearts pounding. If this were used in a PvP battle, everyone within range would likely be killed, or at the very least left with severely damaged health.

One minute later, the skill ended.

All the dozens of insects died.

Ember Fox burst into tears.

"Fox, what's wrong?" Ember Dragon was puzzled. Why would she cry for no reason?

Ryan, Bloodshot, Teagan, and others were also quite dumbfounded.

"Waaaaah... What kind of lousy skill is this? It has a 600-second cooldown and used up all my MP." 

So that's why Ember Fox was crying; she felt it was such a bad deal.

Ember Fox was right; Heavenly Fire Technique was a skill that consumed a huge amount of MP, and its cooldown time was extremely long. After learning the skill, she was so happy that she didn't read the skill description. Only after the skill was cast did she realize how terrible it was.

Everyone was both amused and exasperated.

Ember Dragon advised, "So what? This skill is so useful. Even with a 3-hour cooldown, it's still worth it. Besides, if you run out of mana, you can just drink a potion to restore it."

Ember Fox was still crying when she asked, "What if we encounter a group PvP?" 

She meant that if they encountered a group PvP, it would be a waste not to use this skill, as they would definitely be itching to use it. However, if she used it, her mana would be completely depleted, meaning she wouldn't be able to use any other skills, and if an enemy got close, she would surely die.

"It's okay. In a group battle, just hold back and use it at the crucial moment. Using it recklessly will definitely get you killed."

"Hmm, that makes sense."

"Then stop crying, will you?"

"Who told you I was crying? I was just ruminating."

"..."

Everyone was driven crazy after hearing this; this girl was really torturous.