Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 3136: 645: Nightmare Council

A sense of awe, solemnity, and unease settled among them.

Witnessing the vast number of Nightmare powerhouses, the inhabitants of Nora were left in shock.

All eyes turned towards the Emperor, awaiting his address.

Levi then spoke:

"Today, as we bid farewell to four millennia of the Nora Emperor, and on the eve of our fifth millennium, I solemnly declare the formation of the Nightmare Council.

Indeed, the Nightmare has undergone a transition of power.

The era dominated by the Nightmare Will has concluded; those who once fled in disarray now linger in the shadows, evading reality; a new era for the Nightmare commences.

It is my honor to introduce these allies who have turned from darkness. Despite enduring the oppression of the Supreme Will, they retain their courage and stand with us to embrace new worlds.

They are the monarchs of a bygone era, the overlords who now serve as the Upper Senators and Lower Members of the new Nightmare, our partners in co-governing this realm.

They will stand shoulder to shoulder with us against the fierce adversaries who covet us, eradicate the malevolent specters eyeing Nora, and crush the oppressive forces that seek to dominate us!

On the 4000th anniversary of Nora.

I solemnly announce to all, and to the Multidimensional Plane!

The Nightmare Council is hereby established!"

Amidst resounding applause and deafening cheers.

A colossal Nightmare Black Dragon, surveying the world, spiraled across the heavens and earth.

It then transformed, ascending to perch atop the Tower of Heaven.

This being was Fingal.

The fourth incarnation of the Chaos Emperor!

A steadfast executor of the Emperor's will, eternally devoted to the Nightmare Council of Nora, serving as the supreme leader of all Nightmare creatures.

Fingal formally unveiled the roster of the Nightmare Council members.

Additionally, he outlined the future objectives, guiding principles, and strategic policies of the Nightmare Council.

The grand assembly continued for a full day and night before its eventual conclusion.

During this entire period, no hostile force dared to make a move.

Before the round table, the Heavenly Will took up a pen to record the events.

[Nora's 4000th year: Nightmare changes hands, Council established.

"Nora Epic Volume Five: The Nightmare Invasion Chapter"]

With the assistance of the newly formed council.

News of the Nightmare's change in leadership swiftly disseminated across the Multidimensional Plane.

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The Red Plane.

At this juncture, the Fire Sovereign's expression shifted through a spectrum of emotions.

"Intriguing... not precisely what I had envisioned. The Nightmare Council's temporary inclusion of these monarchs is beneficial, yet Nora's foundational strength remains insufficient.

Reliance on external forces will be necessary. However, these outdated relics will prove difficult to control.

For now, it suffices; the Emperor's presence ensures compliance within the realm, and none dare defy him. Should the Emperor depart, governance would indeed become problematic.

But that is a concern for future generations. Overall, this was a sound maneuver, securing the Nightmare with minimal casualties. The next phase hinges on the reactions of the Nightmare remnants, the Abyss, and the astral world."

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The Nameless Dimension.

"The Nightmare Council?"

"An unexpected development."

"Were I in their position, I would prioritize purging the native Nightmare forces first. But with Nora now facing adversaries on multiple fronts, incorporating a temporary group is a pragmatic step."

"Anticipating the eventual confrontation with the astral world."

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The Abyss.

The 657th Layer.

Eternal Sleep was still recuperating from severe injuries.

Yet, it was now too late.

The forces dispatched were merely intended to pose minor annoyances to Nora.

A direct confrontation with the Chaos Emperor had brought about a harsh clarity.

It was wiser to avoid being the vanguard.

It was no wonder Pazuzu maintained a constant state of seclusion.

That individual was truly formidable.

Chaos City.

Two Supreme beings wore grim expressions.

"Hmph, attempting to harness Nightmare Power to challenge us."

"They are sealing their own doom; Nightmare creatures are inherently deceitful. How can they be trusted?"

"Regardless of these concerns, the priority is to absorb the Nightmare Will swiftly. We must locate their hiding place before the Underworld Source River."

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The Astral World.

The Lord of Storm, astride his Power Dragon, knitted his brow.

"The Nightmare Council? What fresh scheme is this?"

He had never anticipated that Nora would spare the lives of these monarchs.

"Does the Chaos Emperor genuinely believe he can command these formidable incarnations?"

"I suspect their intention is merely to utilize Nightmare creatures as expendable pawns."

"We must swiftly deal with these vermin, or our status as Dragon Heads within the astral world will be jeopardized!"

Nora's rapid ascent.

Heightened the sense of crisis within the astral world.

Had it not been for that accursed Kars, the astral world would have already subjugated Nora.

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The Fleshly Fetus.

"Outrageous! Simply outrageous! That is my true form!"

"That is my Nightmare!"

"Those individuals dare to betray me!"

Upon hearing that the Nightmare had either been annihilated or had capitulated, the Nightmare Will could no longer remain impassive.

However, its power was no longer on par with the Underworld Source River and the Abyss Will.

Venturing out now risked an ambush by a coalition of Supremes.

Thus, it hesitated, uncertain of its next move.

Suddenly, the spatial fabric surrounding the fleshly fetus vibrated and trembled.

Thud! Thud! Thud!

It sounded as if colossal hands were striking the city walls.

The Nightmare Will's countenance shifted drastically.

"Curse it all, the Fleshly Fetus has been discovered," it exclaimed.

Beyond the Flesh Barrier, a colossal silhouette materialized, bearing the head of a human and the body of an insect. Adjacent to it, the Chaotic Servant unleashed countless chains, enveloping the Fleshly Fetus.

The Abyss Will had, to everyone's surprise, arrived ahead of schedule.

It offered a placid smile:

"You can conceal yourself from others, but never from me.

We have known each other for ages, and our understanding runs deep. Instead of allowing the Mother River to gain an advantage, why not grant me this boon? I shall carry forth your will and bring ruin to Nora and the Underworld."

The Nightmare Will responded with a derisive snort:

"How can you be so assured of capturing me? Had Nora and the Underworld not united, how could my Nightmare have been brought low? Do you truly believe the Abyss surpasses the Nightmare in strength?"

The Abyss Will proclaimed:

"If that is your contention, then we shall ascertain the truth after our convergence."

The gigantic insect opened its abyssal maw, unleashing a terrifying vortex of suction.

Caught between two formidable adversaries, the Nightmare Will wasted no time in making its choice.