Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 2959: 601: Fused Seals, Chaos Mage!
Previously on Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method...
The Spiritual Venerable operates at the late phase of level 10, holding the 14th position in the Pan-Plane.
Though it owns a supreme treasure, it craves additional ones, relying on its formidable strength, it decided to serve in Nora temporarily to gather more valuables.
The final figure is the Crying and Smiling God.
Positioned at the mid phase of level 10, it ranks 26th in the Pan-Plane, its actual form remains a mystery, acting as a mighty solitary force across the Pan-Plane, said to be fickle with moods that shift without warning. It masters the control over emotions and thoughts of creatures, rendering its assault techniques extremely hard to defend against.
Following the launch of the supreme treasure incentive strategy.
Eighty level-10 experts have joined Nora, yielding impressive outcomes.
In the latest years, the Void Holy Temple has grown by 1, now totaling 13.
Including the [Primordial Demon Lord], the Nora Council can now deploy level-10 fighting forces numbering 45, whereas the three-party alliance sums to 70. Despite trailing the Nightmare by 11, they possess the foundation for an extended conflict.
Regarding the Underworld, it hasn't yet declared war on the Nightmare, thus it won't provide open aid to Nora, though covert assistance remains unclear.
In Nora's year 2000.
The fresh era stands on the brink of its second thousand years.
It also marks the 1888th year from the blood battle's outbreak.
At this pivotal moment, Edmund arrived at the Tower of Heaven, which surveys the entirety of Nora, under the intense midday sun.
Edmund reviewed the council's achievements over the previous two millennia, while unveiling the "Nora 3000 Year Work Plan":
Assuming the Abyss persists in the blood battle, the Nightmare World shall remain the chief foe of the Nora Civilization throughout the upcoming millennium.
Yet Nora shall never yield!
Since the plane convergence occurred, Nora has astonishingly eliminated over a dozen level-10 powerhouses from the Abyss and Nightmare, achieving an unmatched record of zero level-10 losses.
During the new millennium, Nora aims to shatter the Nightmare World’s encirclement at the lowest possible expense, topple the Giant’s dominance, and advance steadily toward triumph!
At that instant, every clan in Nora erupted in cheers and motivation, with all recognizing their involvement in an endeavor of immense significance for themselves and their civilization!
Humans, Frost Giants, Scales Clan, Sea Clan... Wizards, Beast Masters, Knights, irrespective of race or occupation, all form vital components of the emerging era.
Edmund declared:
"Man will conquer; what is deemed a Great Tribulation, what is labeled a disaster—their very existence serves to be shattered by the sentient beings. I serve only as the guide for Nora's grand vessel; the actual drivers of this mighty ship are the people of Nora, all living beings!
The catastrophe shall ultimately fade, and Nora will press on without pause!" .
Following the inspiring address, throughout Nora, disciplined forces moved quietly through the Shadow Network and Void Network, directing toward the Shadow World and Void Holy Temple, since the Nightmare World’s forces had already penetrated those areas ahead.
Seeking to exploit vulnerabilities and dismantle them sequentially.
Pan-Plane versus Nightmare World.
Facing 81 and potentially even more!
This contest promises to be immensely challenging, as every available level-10 powerhouse from the Pan-Plane has assembled; those absent have opted for seclusion.
Meanwhile, the Nightmare World, safeguarding its core, can keep sending reinforcements, and over the next few centuries, over a hundred monarchs could arrive in Nora.
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One month following the momentous speech.
Nora Dark Side.
At Roger’s Summit, Wagner instructed the Shadow Queen in shadow spell lore. Abruptly, he creased his brow, gazing afar.
"What’s the matter, teacher?" Aya inquired.
"Aya, head back to the Ancient Dragon Continent; the Nightmare invasion is underway."
"Teacher..."
"Return; you have your own fights ahead. Fretting over my well-being serves no purpose—mature swiftly, I anticipate the moment when our Shadow School of Thought’s three legendary icons coexist in one era, and it draws near."
"The student shall endeavor diligently!"
Once the Shadow Queen departed, shadowy silhouettes radiating level 9 auras, topped with crowns, materialized behind Wagner, standing in quiet vigil.
"Ashen Lords, ready the defenses."
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Land of Darkness.
Around the Nora World, scant planes lingered; they had been fully assimilated into Nora, merged within, and distant scattered worlds dotted the expanse.
On that day, these realms quivered with a low hum.
The dark red haze from the Nightmare World shrouded the mortal realm, extending across the Land of Darkness, while bizarre cracks tore open in the void.
Nightmare Monarchs exuding intense presences descended, their energies rippling across the cosmos, at their forefront stood the Ignorant Monarch.
Per the pact with the Lost Monarch, the latter commanded 30 champions to assault the Shadow World and Void Holy Temple. As Nora reinforced those positions, the Ignorant Monarch capitalized, surging toward Nora with unstoppable force.
"Four Great Demon Lords, barricade Nora’s four directions; the rest, obey my orders—when the moment arrives, advance with me straight into the Nora World, and let blood flood like rivers!"
The Ignorant Monarch peered toward Nora in the distance, revealing an odd grin.
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In Nora's year 2000, the Second Nightmare War ignites!
This conflict engages more than 150 level-10 warriors, and viewed through the lens of the Multidimensional Plane's recent ancient annals, it ranks as a supreme clash, drawing gazes from all sides.
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Astral World.
Unlike peers bound by the Insect Queen, the Lord of Storms enjoyed greater ease, presently engaging in a chess match with the Great Prophet.
"Alas, defeated once more—indeed the Great Prophet, the God of Wisdom."
The Lord of Storms chuckled.
The Great Prophet issued a mechanical tone.
"Though not rivaling the Emperor's might, in this realm, scant few can equal me at chess—truly a solitude like drifting snow."
"Does someone truly stand equal to the Great Prophet?"
"Certainly, the Ignorant Monarch counts among them."
"On that note, what’s your view on the Nightmare World’s victory in this war, Great Prophet?"
"Cease attempting to extract secrets from me; compensate me, and I’ll respond."
The Lord of Storms produced a divine artifact and passed it to the Great Prophet.
The latter accepted it with satisfaction, stating:
"They cannot prevail."
"Oh? Really? 70 versus 81—the disparity is substantial."
"Excessive uncertainties."
"Could our Astral World seize this chance to dominate the Nightmare World, dispel the dread of the Multidimensional Plane, and claim sole control over the spirit path?"
"That requires separate payment."
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Abyss.
On the 660th layer, more than 40 demon lords convened.
The Succubus Queen scanned the assembly and announced:
"With the Nightmare and Pan-Plane now clashing, even a Nightmare victory would leave both sides drained. As the mantis stalks the cicada, the oriole waits in ambush—let us lie in wait for the Nightmare within the Pan-Plane and capture Nora!"
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Golden Sacred Realm.
The golden radiance embodying Lou Luo Saint King touched down.
"Tian Hui, the Nightmare has unleashed total war on the Pan-Plane and Nora—our moment has arrived; rally everyone, if those wizards fall entirely, perfect; otherwise, we’ll crush the survivors with overwhelming might!"
Heavenly Wisdom Saint King replied:
"I’ve consulted the Golden Will; certain powerful deities from the Astral World, uninvolved in the Insect War, are observing too, aiming to exploit this to annihilate Nora and cripple the Nightmare.
Thus, no one needs to fret unduly.
Should the Astral World step in, the result is sealed."
Upon learning of the potential Astral World involvement.
All the Sacred Kings at last eased their troubled minds.
This round, victory is assured!