chsdbacks Chapter 54 Arrival at the Tribe and the Shackles of Bloodline
Chapter 54 Arrival at the Tribe and the Shackles of Bloodline
When Lynn and his group appeared in the sky above the outskirts of the Nightshade tribe aboard eagles.
The first thing that catches the eye is not the simple animal skin tent and fence one might imagine.
Instead, it was a giant city-state built against the mountains and along the river.
"This is... the Nightshade Tribe?" Leah couldn't help but lean out from the eagle's back, her emerald eyes filled with astonishment.
The scene before us truly transcends the scope of a "tribe".
"This is just Nightshade City, which is considered the core city of the Nightshade Tribe," Sharp Fang explained.
The entire Night Shadow City is built between the Tieling Mountains and the Dacang Mountains.
The Catsand River, renamed by Nightshade, flows through both sides of the city.
Maosha River, formerly known as Han River.
It is a tributary of the Raging River, the longest river on the continent of Garantir.
Follow the Maosha River downstream to where it meets the Yangtze River.
It is the orcish imperial city, known as the confluence of three rivers and a thoroughfare connecting nine regions.
In addition to stone or brick and wood, most of the main buildings in Night Cinema also make extensive use of specially treated black solid wood and moonlight vine.
The black wooden structures had a matte finish in the sunlight.
The moon vines that climb on it emit a soft, silvery-white glow at night.
One can imagine that after nightfall, the entire city will resemble a galaxy of stars scattered across the mountains.
The architectural style is also very cat-like.
Many houses have spacious open-air terraces extending outwards.
These open-air platforms are connected by a series of suspended walkways.
Many cat-like orcs walked along the aerial corridor with remarkable agility.
The city streets were also teeming with people.
No, to be precise, it was "a huge influx of cats".
A variety of cat-like orcs roamed among them.
Lynn's gaze swept across the bustling street scene, his mind quickly processing the data from his past life.
Nightshade City—located at a major transportation hub, it is one of the largest orc settlements in the Sky Dome Ancient Tree area, with a permanent population of nearly 300,000.
About 70% of them are cats, and the rest are a small number of foxes, wolves, tigers and other cat-related subspecies of beastmen.
Unlike the elves, who are all extraordinary, long-lived, and exceptionally talented.
Orcs have a social structure that is closer to that of humans.
The Elf race benefits from their pure natural bloodline and natural affinity with the elements.
As long as one studies step by step, it is common for one to reach the level of an intermediate professional after adulthood.
Orcs... although their physical strength is usually superior to that of ordinary humans.
However, without extraordinary encounters or talent, the limit of an ordinary orc is only slightly stronger than that of an ordinary human.
"Bloodline..."
Lynn silently recited this core concept that runs throughout "The Crown of the Gods".
In this world, the initial attribute growth of every living being is engraved deep in their bloodline from the very beginning.
But as the saying goes, human determination can overcome nature.
Many people have achieved significant attribute increases through various bizarre methods.
Like the strongest swordsman in the game in my previous life, he didn't rely on bloodline, but purely on hard work and talent.
In addition, there was a large group of people who were denounced as heretics, cultists, and reactionaries by the Church of the Seven Gods and the Bloodline Kingdom.
What relies on alchemical techniques?
What relies on flesh and blood to evolve?
What is the meaning of taking homemade magic potions?
What does it mean to harm or abuse oneself?
There is also the practice of offering sacrifices to evil gods.
……
They are incredibly diverse and numerous.
However, among these guys...
The most powerful force is the Council of Mages, which studies the truth.
The Mage Council possesses the most extensive magical collection and the most rigorous magical teaching system on the entire continent.
It is a holy site for all ordinary mages.
This is a powerful force of mages who can hone their skills and enhance their spirit and perception without needing bloodlines, simply by studying magical truths and engaging in magical meditation.
Their strongest are known as the Guardians.
He is the strongest truth mage on the continent of Galantil.
It possesses the knowledge inherited from countless Dharma masters and sages, and is able to truly reach and communicate with the truth.
The true ones are those that can be enlightened by truth.
However, those who possess a particular bloodline can indeed set them apart from ordinary people.
The son of an ordinary human farmer, without any extraordinary encounters, has no resources.
Even with diligent training, one might only become a novice knight.
Even if a noble's offspring with "Blazing Sun Bloodline" spends all his time playing, he can naturally enter the beginner level due to the attribute growth brought by his bloodline.
With a little effort, the intermediate level is also easy.
Players are no exception.
The concentration of different bloodlines when a character is created, as well as their innate traits, also determine the attribute growth resulting from leveling up.
To enhance the attribute growth brought by bloodline, you need [Bloodline Evolution].
To push the concentration of blood in one's body beyond the upper limit.
This will increase the attribute bonuses brought about by leveling up.
The Bloodline Evolution Stones dropped in the Abyss Dungeon are one of the main ways for players to obtain Bloodline Evolution in the game.
Of course, the drop rate is incredibly low.
However, in comparison...
Lynn's gaze swept over Lia beside him without making a sound.
The girl was looking down with curiosity at a huge, cat-paw-shaped fountain square in the city below.
Her long, light blue hair was gently lifted by the air currents at high altitude, and her profile was so fair it was almost translucent in the sunlight.
Water Blue Goddess.
And there's that obsessive, white-haired, red-eyed figure from my memory—Freya, the Song of Shadows.
These beings, known as "Children of Gods," have a bloodline that originates from the ultimate goal that countless people dream of.
The growth brought by bloodline alone is enough to directly ascend to the Emperor level.
"It's really...unfair." Lynn felt a complex mix of emotions, but quickly felt relieved.
It's good that it's unfair.
After all, they're all his wives.
"My Lord Prophet, Chieftain, let's head straight to Nightshade Square in the city center."
"The high priest and several elders are already waiting there."
The sharp teeth that were riding alongside Lynn on Chongtian made a sound, interrupting Lynn's thoughts.
"Okay." Lynn nodded.
The closer you get to the city, the more you can feel the presence of this cat-centric city-state.
That vibrant, burgeoning life force of all things bursting forth is overwhelming.
There are significantly more female cats than male cats on the streets.
They either moved goods with light steps, or sat in front of the open-air workshop skillfully weaving and tanning leather, or loudly solicited business at the shop entrance.
Her eyes and brows carried the exotic charm of a feline.
Lynn even saw a patrol consisting entirely of female cat warriors.
They were dressed in light leather armor, with curved swords at their waists, cat tails swaying rhythmically behind them, and sharp eyes scanning the street.
"So many catgirls, that bad guy, is he up to something again?" Vera muttered to herself, her gaze lingering on Amber for a moment, then her ears twitched slightly as if she had made a connection to something.
Lia was drawn to the lively scene below, where many stalls were gathered, and the enthusiastic calls of the cat vendors and the sounds of customers bargaining mingled together, creating a vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
Leah had never seen such a prosperous scene.
She stayed in Gray Forest Village before she fled.
Elune, however, maintained a calm and observant demeanor throughout.
As the chieftain of the Silver Dew settlement, she naturally had some understanding of the major powers in this region.
The eagle slowly landed on a very spacious circular square in the city center.
The square was paved with smooth, dark gray stone slabs, and in the center stood a huge statue of a beautiful cat girl holding a scimitar, carved from some kind of black crystal.
This beautiful girl is Nightshade, the leader who led the Nightshade tribe in battle against humans a thousand years ago.
This is the Night Shadow Plaza that Fengya mentioned.
A group of people were already waiting at the edge of the square.
Leading them were three older members of the cat clan.
In the middle is a female cat with almost entirely white fur and a face covered in deep wrinkles.
She wore a deep purple priestess robe embroidered with stars and crescent moons, and held a wooden staff with a dark cat's eye stone at the top. Her aura was calm and profound.
Lynn's gaze sharpened—the peak of the Super Rank, only one step away from the King Rank, but her declining blood and energy might prevent her from ever reaching that level again.
This must be the high priest of the Nightshade tribe.
On the left is an unusually tall and robust male cat-like elder with a ferocious claw mark on his face.
He wore only simple leather armor, his bare arms were muscular and covered in scars, and his eyes were sharp as knives as he openly sized up the crowd that had descended from the sky.
A super-class warrior, possessing a fierce aura and extremely rich combat experience.
On the right is a gentle-looking female cat wearing a crystal monocle.
She was dressed in a scholar's robe, holding a thick leather notebook in her hands, her gaze filled with curiosity and inquiry.
A high-level mage, an intelligence-based character.
Behind these three elders stood two rows of elite warriors from the Nightshade Tribe, all high-level professionals, disciplined and silent.
Fengya was the first to jump off the eagle, quickly walked to the three elders, knelt on one knee, and placed his right hand on his chest.
"High Priest with Gray Eyes, Elder with War Claws, Elder with Wise Eyes, may Nightshade protect you."
"Chief Elune of Silverdew Village and Lord Prophet Lynn and his party have arrived safely."
The gray-eyed high priest nodded slowly, his gaze passing over Fang and landing on Lynn and Elune, who had just landed.
Her gaze lingered on Lynn for a moment, her aged yet clear gray cat eyes narrowing slightly, as if sensing something.
Then, she looked at Elune.
A gentle and solemn smile appeared on his face, and then he performed a very standard elven greeting, speaking in the Common Language with its characteristically soft cat accent:
"Honorable Guardian, Chieftain Elune, welcome to Nightshade. May nature bless you."
The cat-like orcs behind them also bowed.
Elune gracefully returned the elven greeting: "Thank you for your welcome, High Priestess of Nightshade. May the breath of nature dwell here forever."
The gray-eyed high priest then turned his gaze to Lynn.
This time, her expression held a clear hint of respect and curiosity: "You are the one mentioned in Fangya's letter, the one who received the blessing of the Celestial Tree, foresaw the Heavenly Fire, and pointed out the Abyss Calamity..."
"Lynn the Prophet?"
"It's me," Lynn nodded frankly.
He could sense that in the other person's gaze, besides curiosity and respect, there was also a hint of...cautious assessment that was barely perceptible.
"May nature bless you, Prophet." The High Priest bowed slightly, and the people behind her followed suit.
"Thank you for your blessing, High Priest of Nightshade. May the winds of nature protect this place," Lynn replied politely.
After a brief exchange of pleasantries and introductions...
The high priest gestured to the side:
"Prophet, Chief Elune, and distinguished guests, the feast is ready."
Please follow us to the [Night Shadow Tail] lobby.
Following the three elders, and escorted by a squad of elite cat warriors, the group left Moonshadow Square and ventured into the depths of the city.
Along the way, countless cat residents cast curious glances from windows, balconies, and street corners, whispering incessantly.
"That's the chieftain of the elves? She's so beautiful..."
"That black-haired human is the prophet? He looks so young!"
"Captain Fang really brought reinforcements! Oh, Silver Dew's elf..."
"I heard that someone else in the Rift Valley has been contaminated again. Hopefully, these big shots can resolve this..."
Lynn walked along, observing the details of the city.
A sense of vitality shines through the orderly facade, while a heavy security presence cannot conceal the underlying anxiety.
It seems that the emergence of the dungeon has indeed brought considerable pressure to this large orc tribe.
His gaze inadvertently swept over Amber, who was following behind Fangya, her chest puffed out with a mixture of nervousness and pride.
The catgirl seemed excited to be back home, her ears and tail twitching restlessly.
Seeing the orange-yellow fur of the amber.
Clearly out of place in Nightshade City, where most of the cat-orcs are black, gray, or dark gray, their colors are all mixed together.
Lynn's heart stirred slightly.
In the previous game, there seemed to be a hidden quest in the Nightshade Tribe involving the biggest boss in the "Magic Forest" storyline, the half-orc god who fell into the abyss.
Lynn originally thought this guy was a tiger.
It wasn't until the final battle that Lynn discovered this guy was an orange cat.
Could this mission be related to Amber?
However, now is not the time to delve into this.
Eating is more important.
The group soon arrived at the entrance to a magnificent hall located inside the mountain.