Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls Chapter 628 - 319: Sea Vessel Mutation, Progenitor Dragon Form

"Buzz!"

A low hum emanated from the Salted Fish.

Swiftly, all hands on deck observed the hardened exterior that had formed on the Salted Fish, taking on a semblance of shape, gradually coalescing into the appearance of "fish scales."

"Huh?"

Astonishment dawned on the crew's countenances, quickly followed by exclamations of jubilation, "It's a mutation! Our sea vessel is going to undergo a transformation?"

Their faces bloomed with smiles as they felt the ship's changes resonating within them, their spirits involuntarily soaring.

Provided that the crew members had forged a contract with the sea ship, any metamorphosis or fortification of the vessel would naturally bestow enhancements and improvements upon them as well.

At this very moment, witnessing the ship's gradual metamorphosis, everyone perceived subtle shifts occurring within their own bodies.

"Mutation... Body Transformation... Soul Transformation..."

Ma and several key crew members uttered these words softly, exchanging knowing glances:

"The captain has already synchronized the three pathways, preparing to break through level 45?"

"But the precise nature of this mutation, and the ultimate form the ship will assume, are directly tied to this current metamorphosis."

The crew pondered these thoughts silently.

...

Meanwhile, within the confines of the Meditation Room, Fang Yu's eyes remained shut, focusing on a warm current coursing through his being, fundamentally altering his physical composition.

The Dragon Stone, once held by the Ancestral Emperor, possessed the capability to dramatically extend one's lifespan, reaching millennia.

Now, integrated into Fang Yu's physical form, it was naturally imposing profound alterations upon his internal structure.

Longevity might very well be the most trivial benefit conferred by the Dragon Stone. The Ancestral Emperor who had once possessed it achieved immense power, ushering in a new epoch, and even the final curse facilitated the birth of yet another era.

Now in Fang Yu's possession and fused with his sea ship, it was instigating similarly dramatic shifts within Fang Yu's vessel.

At this instant, Fang Yu sensed infinitesimal particles flowing and surging within him, disseminating to every corner of his anatomy.

Under the influence of these minute particles, Fang Yu's body immediately felt more robust and infused with vitality.

Not only that, but Fang Yu's soul and consciousness appeared to be undergoing a subtle alteration of state with the assimilation of these particles.

Should anyone have been present in the room with Fang Yu at this juncture, they would undoubtedly have observed patterns on Fang Yu's skin morphing into designs resembling dragon scales.

Golden scales would momentarily materialize before vanishing again.

At times revealing human skin, smooth and delicate, at other times exhibiting unparalleled durability as scales.

Fang Yu transitioned back and forth in this fluctuating state, gradually achieving equilibrium.

The internal power level also commenced a quiet metamorphosis.

Soul Transformation signified the spiritual essence of the sea ship; the greater the depth of soul transformation, the more formidable the spirit and resilience of the captain and crew.

Body Transformation represented the physical substance of the sea ship; the deeper the transformation, the more enduring and vigorous the physical bodies of the captain and crew became.

And Mutation symbolized the form and fundamental nature of the sea ship.

Much like the creation of a painting, a mere skeletal framework is insufficient.

Only by delineating the form and essence can a painting truly be brought to life.

The physical structure of the sea ship had been silently developing, but it was merely a thick coating of keratin.

Now, with the sea ship's mutation, the entire vessel appeared to be transforming into a golden carp, navigating the vast oceans with exceptional swiftness.

Mutation bestows novel forms upon the captain and crew.

The blood and flesh of human bodies do not alter inherently, but following mutation, their forms briefly adopt these transformed states.

For illustration, previously, when Fang Yu acquired the treasure of the three-headed vile dragon, they retained their human shapes when inactive, yet upon activation, both the crew and Fang Yu would manifest as three-headed half-dragon entities, wielding three distinct powers.

At this precise moment, Fang Yu's own body was undergoing this very process of mutation.

Fang Yu's expression shifted subtly, his gaze rapidly directing towards his attribute interface.

Indeed, he discerned an additional attribute category displayed on the panel.

Upon clearly observing the modifications within the attribute column, Fang Yu inhaled sharply, his eyes widening with a measure of elation.

The newly added attribute section showcased the subsequent adjustments:

[Sea Ship Mutation]

Progress: 0%

Mutation State: Ancestral Dragon's Form

Mutation Fusion Cost: Depletes 1% of total energy per second.

Ancient Talent:

[Bloodline Growth]: The Ancestral Dragon exhibits extraordinary developmental speed. Upon entering mutation fusion, experience gains accrue by 3000 points every 10 seconds (enhanced proportionally with mutation progress).

[Ancestral Dragon Blessings]: The Ancestral Dragon boasts phenomenal mutation capabilities. Each time it undergoes mutation fusion, any abilities based on probability are instantly doubled. This effect can push probabilistic abilities infinitely close to a 100% success rate and provides resistance against curses, mind control, and malevolent influences.

[Vigorous Vitality]: Possessing remarkably active and regenerative tissues, the Ancestral Dragon experiences a 50% boost in energy restoration speed. Provided its internal Qi reserves are adequate and the injuries sustained are not fatal, it can heal completely in a remarkably short period and is utterly immune to damage from fire and erosion-based attacks.

[Ancestral Dragon Aura]: Upon entering mutation fusion, the user's internal Qi is transformed into potent dragon breath. The power of all abilities is augmented by 200%, and this draconic energy actively suppresses ordinary Qi.

[Locked]: Further abilities will become accessible as the user's progress advances.

Observing these extraordinary abilities displayed on the interface, Fang Yu paused, his heart racing with astonishment at the formidable powers that had manifested.

The other abilities could be disregarded for now.