Chapter 395: Opening the treasure house, amazing harvest! (6000)
There must be a deeper reason behind the system blocking this information.
Either this information involves some terrifying existence.
Or, if Cao Xing knows this now, it will have some bad impact on him.
In other words, what bad impact will it have on all survivors?
After all...the power of the powerful in this world far exceeds cognition.
It's possible that just by chanting his name, the other person will sense it.
Thinking of this, Cao Xing did not continue to ask further on this issue.
"I understand, Your Excellency the Duke, let's open the treasure house first."
Duke Palatine nodded slightly.
"Lord Cao Xing, please follow me."
After saying this, everyone followed the Duke and stepped into this splendid palace.
There are three or four passages around the palace.
Duke Palatine led them straight to a passage.
Halfway through, a door appeared on the left and right.
The Duke waved his hand and the door slowly opened.
A spacious room suddenly appeared in front of him.
It was filled with various boxes and bags.
Cao Xing even saw gold coins and gems scattered on the ground.
"This was once one of the kingdom's treasure houses, with many gold coins and some precious jewelry piled inside."
"I know that Lord Cao Xing is not interested in those worldly things."
Cao Xing wanted to say in his heart, I am very interested!
Who doesn’t like gold coins?
But Duke Palatine's next words interrupted his train of thought.
"The room on the other side is the core treasure house of the entire kingdom."
"There are all treasures collected by His Majesty the King, and each one has extraordinary value and powerful power!"
"As a Duke, I only have the authority to open a treasure house."
"I wonder, Lord Cao Xing, which room do you want the treasure in?"
After hearing this, Cao Xing's pupils suddenly shrank!
Core treasure trove!
A treasure that can be noticed and treasured by the king must be extremely precious or extremely powerful!
No matter how you choose, there is no need to hesitate.
"Your Excellency, please help me open the door to the core treasure house on the right."
With a faint smile on his face, Paladin seemed to know that he would make a choice.
Then he waved.
The barrier at the door is lifted.
Before entering, Cao Xing felt a strong aura coming towards his face!
As someone who often searches for various treasures, he can immediately feel that this is the smell of treasures!
His eyes suddenly widened with anticipation.
And when the door is fully opened.
Cao Xing saw some mysterious stone platforms appearing in the room.
The surface of these stone platforms is light blue, exuding a magical atmosphere.
On the stone platform, there is a transparent barrier, which protects the treasures inside.
Every treasure exudes an extremely powerful aura.
Cao Xing saw an ancient horn, a secret bell containing strong blood energy, a broken blade of a sword, etc...
There are ten seats and ten platforms in the entire room, which means that there are ten powerful treasures here.
At a glance, various item information emerged.
【War Horn (Gold)】
【Blood Demon Secret Bell (Orange)】
[Fearless Knight armor, helmet, boots, arm guards, bottoms (gold)]
【Flawless Pure (Gold)】
[Ancient Divine Weapon Seal (Orange)]
【Original Pearl (Gold)】
【Broken Magdalen Fragment (Legend)】
【……】
There is no item with a grade lower than gold!
Moreover, these are not ordinary golden props.
These props have extremely powerful special effects.
At this moment, Cao Xing's breathing was completely rapid.
Including Sarah and Renes behind them, they have never seen so many treasures in their lives.
Duke Palatine said.
"Here is the king's treasure. Lord Cao Xing can choose half of it to take away..."
Having said this, Duke Palatine said with an apologetic look on his face: "Since our Ascalon Underground Palace still needs to develop, the treasures in it also play a vital role for us..."
"Please forgive me, Lord Cao Xing..."
After hearing this, Cao Xing quickly said: "Duke Palatine is serious, this is your thing."
"Let me take half of it. You've already taken good care of us."
At first, Cao Xing just thought there might be some treasures inside.
Unexpectedly, there are actually those golden, powerful props of epic quality.
Moreover, even half of it is an unimaginable wealth for Cao Xing.
After all, this is the foundation of a kingdom.
No matter if it is given to any survivor, it can make him reach the sky in one step and become the top being among the lords.
There are a total of 10 stone platforms here, which means that he can choose five treasures.
Gratitude appeared in Duke Palatine's eyes.
In fact, he could also see Cao Xing's current strength.
Compared to the last time they met, it already gave him a sense of danger.
And the two women next to him made Duke Palatine feel even more deadly!
In other words, if Cao Xing wanted to rob and take away the entire treasure house, he would not be able to stop him at all.
Duke Palatine said: "Thank you Lord Cao Xing for your consideration."
[Because of your words and deeds, you have impressed the undead of Ascalon: Duke Palatine. Your favorability has been increased. Your current favorability is: respect]
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Cao Xing smiled when he saw the system prompt.
Then he directly entered the treasure house and began to select.
Looking at the treasures in front of me, I became more and more excited.
First of all, the first thing he focused on was the horn that contained an ancient aura.
Yesterday, I just received a tribal horn.
But according to the system, this is just a replica of War Horn.
Unexpectedly, he would see the real [War Horn] today.
Glanced at the properties.
【War Horn (Gold)】
[Quality: Treasure]
[Prop effect: Blow the horn, greatly increasing the morale of all friendly creatures, increasing abnormal resistance and attack speed by 20%, lasting 30 minutes, cooling time: 1 hour]
(Equipment introduction: A war horn with powerful power. After it is blown, your soldiers will be invincible!)
(Note: The properties of horn props of the same type do not overlap.)
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Cao Xing narrowed his eyes instantly.
"This war horn is really a good thing!"
Compared with the 5% improvement of [Tribal Horn], this is an overall 20% improvement, a full 3 times increase!
Moreover, morale has also improved from a moderate improvement before to a substantial improvement.
The value of this thing to him is even more precious than the epic props.
However, he did not make a choice immediately.
Instead, he continued to select from the treasure house.
Then, his eyes rested on the golden armor next to him, which looked very gorgeous!
This is the complete kit.
It includes five parts: helmet, armor, arm guards, boots, and bottoms.
And the level is as high as 50.
Glanced at the properties.
Cao Xing's eyes once again showed admiration.
Each of these five parts has extremely high armor and comes with good special effects.
However, what concerned him more was the effect of this suit.
[Fearless Knight Set Effect: After collecting the five-piece set, the 'Fearless Knight' effect will be activated, immune to mental control states below the legendary level, and the levels of all knight proficiency skills will automatically increase to lv1]
(Note: Mastery skills include sword mastery, riding mastery, archery mastery, etc...)
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"What a powerful suit effect!" Cao Xing praised.
Let's not talk about the mind control effect that is immune to legendary level and below.
The effect of increasing the level of the knight skill by one level is very interesting.
It is equivalent to Assam's original [advanced swordsmanship proficiency], but wearing this set of equipment, he becomes [expert-level swordsmanship master].
Including [Riding Mastery] can also be upgraded by one level.
"Yes, it is indeed a prop treasured by the king. Even the golden armor has a powerful effect."
I listed this suit of armor as one of the targets to be selected.
Then, Cao Xing continued to search.
His eyes fell on an ancient seal.
This seal looked ordinary, but it gave Cao Xing an ancient and dangerous feeling.
[Ancient Divine Weapon Seal (Orange): Special Props]
[Quality: Epic]
[Prop effect: After use, 3 ancient divine soldiers with level 70 commander strength can be summoned to assist in the battle, duration is 1 minute, cooling time: 48 hours]
(Note: The ancient magic weapon is a product of ancient times and has extremely powerful destructive power. Please summon it in an open area.)
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"Holy shit! Three level 70 commanders, this lasted for a full minute?"
“Isn’t this effect too abnormal?”
A level 70 commander is a full-level seventh-level creature!
Even more powerful than the three red-robed bishops we killed last time!
And the most important thing is that this thing actually has no usage level.
Anyone can use it.
If he had obtained this seal when he was at a low level, he would have been pushed all the way and the gods would have been killed!
However, even though he is now almost level 50, the effect of this seal is still extremely powerful.
Write it down silently in your mind and continue looking at other props.
Cao Xing continued to look.
【Blood Demon Secret Bell (Orange)】
[Quality: Epic]
[Equipment Level: Level 70]
[Equipment type: special equipment]
[Attached special effect: Blood Embrace (1% of the damage caused will be stored in the secret bell. When it is stored to 500,000, it can be released to the enemy, causing the same damage, cooling time: 1 hour)]
(Note: The secret bell with special magical power is said to have been worn by a legendary blood mage.)
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[Flawless purity (gold)*5]
[Quality: Treasure]
[Effect: After use, the cooling time of all skills will be permanently reduced by 5%, which can be stacked up to 5 times (including subsequent skills learned)]
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【Original Pearl (Gold)*5】
[Quality: Treasure]
[Effect: After use, the life limit will be permanently increased by 10%, which can be stacked up to 5 times]
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【Seal Bracelet...】
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Look at each thing one by one. Cao Xing felt like he was almost stunned...
There are ten items in total in this treasure house.
The effect of each piece is quite amazing.
It can be said that any one taken out can improve Cao Xing's strength.
There was a look of confusion in his eyes.
From time to time, he would stop in front of the golden armor to observe, and from time to time, he would look at the simple seal.
Can't seem to figure out how to make a choice.
Duke Palatine waited silently and did not rush.
He knew that it would be difficult for anyone else to choose.
Cao Xing thought and thought, observed and observed.
Then he took a deep breath and said directly: "Your Excellency Palatine, I have already made my choice."
"Oh?"
A look of interest appeared in the Duke's eyes, "I wonder which five items Mr. Cao Xing chose?"
Cao Xing said.
"I want Magdale's broken blade, war horn, fearless knight suit, ancient divine weapon seal, and flawless purity."
In addition, there are Blood Demon Secret Bell, King's Crown, Origin Pearl, Sealing Bracelet, etc...
Although the attributes are very powerful.
But in comparison, these five things are more suitable for me.
Seeing Cao Xing make a choice.
A gentle smile also appeared on Paladin's face.
"Lord Cao Xing, you have really good eyesight."
"The five items you selected are already the most valuable items in the treasure house."
Cao Xing also smiled.
After all, he has a system to check the properties of these props in detail.
Otherwise, I really don’t know how to choose.
"So, are you sure it's these five?" Duke Palatine asked tentatively.
Cao Xing nodded, "I'm sure."
"As you wish, Lord Cao Xing."
As soon as he finished speaking, Duke Palatine lifted the protective shields of these five treasures with a wave of his hand.
Then, these props automatically floated in front of Cao Xing.
And he was unapologetic.
Put it all into the backpack.
[Obtain: Magdalen Blade Fragment (Legendary)]
[Obtain: Ancient Divine Weapon Seal (Orange)]
【Get...】
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Seeing so many precious props suddenly added to his backpack, Cao Xing felt so relieved...
This is the most treasures he has ever obtained!
Every item among them was carefully selected by him to help him.
Especially that ancient divine weapon seal, which can directly summon three level 70 commanders!
Three ancient divine soldiers stood up and asked you if you were afraid?
Of course, the main purpose this time is to repair the legendary weapon.
And Cao Xing also successfully obtained the fragments of the sword blade.
I looked at the properties.
【Magdale Blade Fragment (Legendary)】
【Quality: Legend】
[Effect: The blade has been broken and cannot exert the power of this weapon. It can be repaired by a master blacksmith]
[Materials required for repair: Mithril*20,000, White Crystal*10,000, Eternal Gold Ingot*2000, Broken Magdale*1...]
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Cao Xing breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the materials needed to repair it.
"Very good. Although a lot of materials are needed to repair this weapon, I can afford it based on my reserves."
"There is one missing material: white spar."
"However, the Lampli Grottoes that the centaurs are currently exploring contain a large amount of white quartz veins."
"When they finish clearing the grotto, I will have a large amount of white crystal stones in my account every day."
Thinking of this, my mood became better.
Of course, in order to repair this weapon, in addition to the above-mentioned materials, a master blacksmith is also needed.
This is a bit troublesome...
But it's not a big problem.
Although Harold is now an expert, he still has a crest in his hand that can speed up his upgrade process.
Even if he can't break through in a short time, Cao Xing can still go to the main city and find a master blacksmith for help.
Although there are few master-level talents, there will definitely be some in places like Yongshuang Main City.
Cao Xing breathed a sigh of relief. Then he said: "Well, Your Excellency the Duke, I have finished selecting the things."
"We won't bother you here for now."
But at this time, Duke Palatine said: "Please wait a moment, Lord Cao Xing."
After saying this, he waved his hand and lifted the barrier on one of the stone platforms.
Then, a bright crown slowly floated in front of Duke Palatine.
Cao Xing saw this crown just now. It is an orange epic prop.
Although it has good attributes, it can only be worn by members of the Ascalonian royal family.
So he gave up the choice directly.
Now Duke Palatine took it out, and Cao Xing didn't know what his intention was.
Holding the crown, Paladin slowly floated in front of Robin, and then asked: "A young man with royal blood."
"I wonder, are you willing to inherit the power of the crown and become our new king of Ascalon?"
When Robin heard the next sentence, his expression suddenly froze.
He looked at Duke Palatine and then at Cao Xing with a confused look.
There was still a hint of fear in his eyes.
Cao Xing said directly: "Don't be afraid, just say what you think in your heart."
Robin seemed to take courage after hearing this.
He said firmly: "I...I don't want to be a new king."
"I have my own family in the Orchid Kingdom, a pair of healthy parents, and a wife who loves me."
"I have just become a trainee knight, and I will become a real knight in the future."
"I can give my family a good life in the future."
"I have never been involved in becoming a new king, and I don't want to be involved."
"I just want to live a simple life like this..."
He finished speaking in one breath, as if the burden in his heart had finally been lifted, and he breathed a heavy sigh of relief.
When Duke Palatine heard his firm words, he no longer pressed for it.
He also knows that some people are really not interested in the so-called power and glory.
Even if this young man possesses royal blood, he cannot be forced to become the new king of Ascalon.
Sighing and shaking his head, "Forget it, let him pass away..."
"There is no need to force anything anymore."
Even Rhaenys next to him also sighed.
At this time, Cao Xing said: "Your Excellency, although the Kingdom of Ascalon has passed away."
"But you undead souls guarding the underground palace are still there."
"I wonder, are you interested in establishing an undead army, or even...an empire?"
"Huh?"
Upon hearing this, Duke Palatine looked at Cao Xing with a puzzled expression.
"How do you say this, Your Excellency Cao Xing?"
Cao Xing said directly: "I just saw that you were transforming other undead into Ascalon undead, right?"
Duke Palatine nodded, "Yes...but this transformation has limitations."
"First of all, I cannot transform undead that are stronger than me, and the other undead must also be willing to do so..."
Hearing this, Cao Xing nodded.
Then he glanced at Duke Palatine quietly.
His current level of 49 is enough to see the attributes of this person.
You don’t know it by looking at it, but you will be shocked when you look at it.
Cao Xing discovered that Duke Palatine was actually a level 57 commander-level creature.
That is the sixth level of terrifying existence!
"Your Excellency, the speed at which you become stronger is really surprising!"
"Your aura is more than twice as powerful as when I first met you."
But the Duke shook his head, "I am not getting stronger, I am just gradually regaining the strength I had during my lifetime..."
Cao Xing also understood something.
Duke Palatine's strength was greatly reduced after his death, and then he became undead.
After being sealed in the coffin for many years, his strength dropped to an extremely serious level.
Otherwise, if we rely on the current Duke's strength.
Even if the soul-eating demon restrains the undead, he can kill the opponent with one sword.
Cao Xing continued: "So, Your Excellency, Duke, what do you think of my proposal?"
"I will find a large number of undead for you, and then persuade them to surrender. You can transform them into Ascalonian undead."
Hearing this, a thoughtful look appeared in Paladin's eyes.
To be honest, since he became an undead, he has never thought about establishing an undead empire.
His greatest wish is to gather all the undead from other Ascalon ruins, and then take care of these cursed beings.
However, Duke Palatine has a special commander-level skill called - Kingdom Authority.
The effect of this skill is that the more Ascalon warriors under his command, the more his attributes will continue to improve.
It’s similar to Centaur Harati’s [Code of Saints].
Those undead also belong to Ascalon warriors.
Therefore, Duke Palatine is far more powerful than ordinary commander-level creatures.
Now I suddenly heard Cao Xing suddenly mention that he wanted to build an undead empire.
This left Duke Palatine a little confused.
He just declined Cao Xing's idea.
And Cao Xing chuckled and said: "Your Excellency, don't refuse in a hurry. I got some news that the Blood Legion may be making a comeback."
Upon hearing this, Duke Palatine's pupils suddenly widened!
"What!?"
He asked eagerly: "Your Excellency Cao Xing, where did you get the news? Is it true?"
Cao Xing said directly: "A royal family member of the Orchid Kingdom told me."
"Of course, this is also her inference. Whether it is true or not requires further investigation."
However, after hearing this, Duke Palatine affirmed: "No! Since the royal family is aware of it, it is true!"
"The Blood Legion will never bluff. Once there is a sign, they will burn like a prairie fire!"
"Spread their blood and slaughter throughout the entire continent!"
After Cao Xing heard this, a look of surprise appeared in his eyes.
From this point of view, my previous inference was almost correct.
The Blood Legion is very likely to appear!
"In this case, your Excellency, the Duke, should establish an army of the undead."
"Not only to improve strength, but also to ensure the safety of other Ascalon undead."
The Duke asked with a thoughtful look in his eyes.
"Lord Cao Xing, what do you need me to do?"
After hearing this, Cao Xing had a smile on his face.
Obviously, the Duke has agreed!
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(End of chapter)