Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls Chapter 673 - 336: Outer Realm Captain Crisis
Previously on Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls...
"The crisis stemming from the Outer Realm Captains? How could such a thing be possible?!"
Fang Yu voiced his disbelief instinctively.
Yet, the old man merely offered a smile before replying, "You are underestimating the growth potential of the Outer Realm Captains, and more importantly, the depths of the human heart."
A complex expression flickered across the old man’s face: "How many years has it truly been since the Outer Realm Captains first descended upon this realm? At most, a mere five years, wouldn’t you agree?"
"However, the earliest arrivals, the initial wave of Outer Realm Captains, have already ascended to the ranks of Legendary Ships. It’s even conceivable that in some hidden corner of the world, an Outer Realm Captain has already achieved the formidable status of a Sky Dome Ship."
"Legendary level..."
The old man sighed, a hint of envy lacing his tone: "Do you have any idea about the sheer amount of opportunities and arduous effort our world’s inhabitants require to reach merely the legendary level? It necessitates a minimum of fifty years to even stand a chance."
"And to attain the Sky Dome Ship status, one would need seventy to ninety years of dedicated cultivation."
"Yet, these Outer Realm Captains, in just five short years, have accomplished what takes our own people half a century to achieve."
"Should these Outer Realm Captains be granted more time, I fear this world will soon find itself incapable of containing their power."
Fang Yu fell into a profound silence upon hearing the old man’s pronouncements.
Sea ships, commencing from level 50, graduate into the esteemed category of Extraordinary Ships.
At level 60, they become Dragon Ships.
Level 70 marks the designation of Legendary Ships.
And at level 80, one achieves the Sky Dome Ship.
Furthermore, level 80 represents the baseline standard for members of the Peacekeeping Council; should any fall from their peak, they invariably revert to this level 80 status.
Then comes level 90, the pinnacle of sea ships – the legendary... apex vessel!
While Fang Yu had consistently interacted with established consortiums, the stark reality was that among the Outer Realm Captains, the most formidable were those who operated independently. These were the pioneers who had first set foot in this world, reaping the initial benefits of its resources.
Picture this: a mere few million individuals entering this realm, subsequently monopolizing every available task, and finding themselves drowning in a surplus of resources far beyond their capacity to fully utilize.
Consequently... the initial five cohorts of Blue Star Captains who ventured into this world were the first to harvest the abundant dividends, leading to a growth rate that was nothing short of astonishing.
Within the ranks of the Outer Realm Captains, the truly powerful and truly terrifying entities were not the vast consortiums.
The leaders of these consortiums, for the most part, arrived during the fifth to seventh waves of arrivals.
It was, however, the captains from the earliest expeditions who were the genuinely formidable ones.
The old man’s assertion that a Blue Star Captain had already attained the legendary level did not, in fact, surprise Fang Yu in the slightest.
Had he himself entered this world within the very first batch and been granted five years to develop his strength, he might have naturally progressed to the legendary level, without the necessity of any extraordinary fortune or special circumstances.
Although it is often stated that every Outer Realm Captain appears to be struggling, perpetually lacking in power, short on resources, and compelled to rely on external factions for their needs.
Perhaps these Outer Realm Captains themselves had failed to grasp the terrifying growth potential inherent even in the most common Blue Star Captain – a potential that the native inhabitants could only observe with distant admiration.
"Will these legendary captains pose a significant threat to Mr. Kong’s ambitions of nation-building?"
This thought crossing his mind, Fang Yu couldn’t help but voice his concern, turning his gaze towards the old man.
"Who can truly say..."
The old man’s eyes also held a trace of uncertainty as he spoke softly, "Because... since your arrival as Outer Realm Captains, you haven't actually experienced a Sea Country nation-building event, have you?"
"No one can definitively guarantee that when confronted with the challenge of establishing a Sea Country, the Outer Realm Captains won’t perceive it as a golden opportunity, perhaps even as a game, and suddenly seize the moment to forge their own nation."
"Many among the Outer Realm Captains have already reached a level of power sufficient to profoundly influence this world. Among them, is it truly inconceivable that someone harbors the ambition to establish their very own Sea Country?"
"If the Duorong Federation were to fracture, I fear..."
The old man’s head shook, his expression laden with deep apprehension for what the future might hold.
Once more, Fang Yu lapsed into silence after absorbing the old man’s words.
Deep down, he harbored the certainty that those Blue Star Captains would inevitably seize any chance to establish their own nations.
He understood the mindset of certain Outer Realm Captains far too well.
All resources were to be claimed for personal use, with no regard for public order or morality, and certainly no concern for the plight of the innocent.
Throughout their years of relentless growth, a significant number of Outer Realm Captains had relentlessly pursued power, culminating in an extreme form of selfishness.
The act of nation-building presented itself as a straightforward pathway to reaching the absolute pinnacle of power.
Once they ascended to the position of sovereign ruler, provided their cultivation level could withstand the immense glory of the era, they would achieve the peak of their potential.
"Ha..."
A sudden, self-deprecating laugh escaped the old man. He then continued, his voice tinged with irony, "You may find this difficult to believe, but I was once a member of the Peacekeeping Council myself."
"What?"
Fang Yu’s eyes widened in astonishment, his gaze fixed on the old man with undisguised surprise.
The elder observed Fang Yu with unvarnished honesty. “Fang Yu, ask yourself this: If individuals with potential vastly exceeding the native inhabitants suddenly emerged in your world, acting without restraint and treating it like a mere game, what course of action would you take?” Fang Yu’s gaze fell as he considered the elder’s query. “I would… subjugate these individuals. If subjugation proved impossible, I would eradicate them!” A faint smile touched the elder’s lips. “Truthfully, that sentiment echoes the thoughts of many in this world, myself included.” “It was for that reason the Peacekeeping Council was initially formed.” “However, we later observed… the sheer volume of you Outer Realm Captains descending, with new arrivals each month.” “Anihilating and controlling simply became unfeasible.” “Furthermore, the internal dynamics of the Peacekeeping Council shifted, and certain factions began harboring ulterior motives, leveraging the Council as their springboard.” “Consequently, I departed from the Peacekeeping Council. In truth, few of its original founders remain.” “Fang Yu!”