Chapter 280 [Forge Tactics] [Fire Lizard King]
Rumble——
Violent vibrations are surging in this underground space.
Rock formations, rock walls, caves and other structures appear less stable and safe under this huge force.
Rubbles kept falling from above, and even the light from the lava mines in the rock wall became a little dim.
What frightened the dwarves even more was the roar one after another coming from the deeper space.
It seems that if this continues, the entire underground cave will collapse and bury them all in it!
"Is this the rumbling of the earth?"
Xia En frowned, and his mood was also very solemn.
But the reason for his solemn mood is different from that of the dwarves.
The dwarves may have thought that this was an unexpected disaster, but in Xia En's opinion, this "earth rumbling" was coming for him!
This feeling has no basis, it is just pure intuition, but Xia En is inexplicably 70% to 80% sure.
Obviously, this is related to his status as a "stowaway".
In the [Rhine Secret Realm], Xia En is blessed by the will of the [Secret Realm], and naturally has stronger luck than ordinary people, and it is easier to encounter opportunities and treasures.
Even as the degree of exploration increases, this blessing can continue to grow.
This is the benefit of [Secret Realm] will recognition.
But for [The Furnace Secret Realm], Xia En is equivalent to the so-called "extraterritorial demon", and the will of the [Secret Realm] will definitely be hostile and malicious.
He may have noticed traces of "stowaways" in this location, so he triggered "earth rumblings" in this area, hoping to kill or force out this little bug.
This surprised and scared Xia En.
On the one hand, he felt that the will of the world in [The Furnace Secret Realm] thought too highly of him, and actually used such methods directly.
On the other hand, Xia En feels that this "earth ringing" is just the beginning!
The world's evil will not cause just one disaster.
As long as Xia En is still in the [Mystic Realm of the Furnace], I am afraid he will be targeted continuously.
But when thinking of this, Xia En’s first reaction was not fear, but excitement!
Xia En has never been a timid person, otherwise he would have found an island to live in seclusion after paying off his debts.
But now, the will of [The Furnace Secret Realm] does not allow Xia En to stay in this world, but instead inspires his rebellious psychology.
If you want to drive me away, then I won’t leave!
Xia En also gradually developed an ambition in his heart -
He wanted to conquer this [Melting Furnace Secret Realm] just like he conquered the underwater ruins under the sea!
Xia En turned to look at Hope below and found that although the dwarf leader was a little panicked, he was far from desperate.
Obviously, if the Warhammer Tribe can continue in [The Crucible], it must have its own trump card.
As expected.
Soon, Hope shouted loudly: "Come to my place to gather!"
As the leader of the Warhammer tribe, Hope's prestige is unquestionable. His roar immediately made people angry. Many dwarves woke up and moved towards him.
Just a moment.
The dwarves ran out of their caves, some carrying sledgehammers, and some carrying iron pots on their heads.
This is not to protect your own property.
But these cold iron tools can bring them an unspeakable sense of security.
Xia En also jumped down from the cave and joined the crowd.
It was then that he discovered that the population of the Warhammer tribe was indeed small, only a few hundred people.
And when this disaster that was very likely to destroy the entire tribe struck, the dwarves showed strong cohesion and a considerable degree of order.
The older dwarf is carrying the younger dwarf on his back, the man is holding the woman, and the strong one is carrying the mobility-impaired one.
Even when Xia En came out of the cave, some dwarves looked at him as an "amnesia patient" with concern.
It can be seen that they all regard this underground cave as their home. .
This also means that Xia En’s future abduction plan may not go so smoothly.
Among the crowd, Shane naturally saw Kuhl and his wife.
It’s just that for some reason, Kull’s eyes looked at him a little bit away. Instead, the female dwarf he didn’t know looked at him with a dark and unclear look.
Xia En was also keenly aware of a hint of well-hidden hostility from the female dwarf.
Combining the previous speculations, Xia En vaguely guessed something.
However, he didn't say anything, he just came to Hope with the other dwarves and gathered around the huge furnace.
The flames in the furnace were still burning brightly, crackling and exploding from time to time, and emitting hot temperatures.
Xia En originally thought that the furnace was just a tool for forging.
But as the dwarves gathered, he soon discovered that this was not the case.
Wait until the dwarves gathered around the furnace.
The patriarch Hope picked up the sledgehammer and hit the big iron furnace with all his strength.
Dang——
The iron stove vibrated and made a magnificent and simple sound, like a bell.
Immediately afterwards, a deeply hidden secret power rose from the depths of the furnace.
The surface of the huge furnace gradually lit up with many rough red lines, blooming with flickering brilliance.
The moment the red lines appeared, Xia En immediately felt that the shaking rock walls around him became stable and the vibrations were no longer so violent.
It's like this space has been reinforced with some special secret power to resist the "earth roar" deep underground.
And Hope's actions are just the beginning!
Subsequently, the surrounding dwarves, all of whom could afford the war hammer, struck the huge furnace with a hammer.
Cang! clang! clang!
One knock after another, one after another, sounded in this trembling underground space.
With each strike, the surface of the furnace becomes more textured and brighter.
At this time, Xia En gradually saw the shape of those lines clearly.
It is actually somewhat similar to the magic pattern of [Seven Sea World], but it is also like some kind of totem or mural, recording some unique information.
However, due to the urgency of the situation, Xia En could not remember it in detail.
At the same time, the unspeakable secret power in the furnace began to undergo more bizarre changes.
It not only vaguely connects this underground space with the furnace, but also melts the aura of the entire Warhammer tribe into one, thus becoming stronger and stronger.
It feels like putting the power of all the dwarves in the Warhammer tribe into a furnace.
In the forging of the furnace fire, we usher in a wonderful sublimation.
This power is a bit like the power of faith, but it is obviously different, as if it also condenses the power of blood and the power of lava mines.
Obviously, this is a fighting method unique to the dwarves of [Forge World]!
Looking at this scene, Xia En couldn't help but feel a little moved, and he also restrained the slight contempt in his heart.
The power of a single dwarf may not be that strong, but when the power of the entire tribe comes together, such a blazing flame bursts out.
More importantly.
Xia En also saw from the actions of the dwarves their struggle and tenacity in such a harsh environment.
Like the hard rocks on the coast that are not damaged by wind or rain, they always make people feel a little respect for them.
Moreover, Xia En thought a little more.
The essence of the melting pot strategy seems to be to melt the collective strength into one.
So, can the [Black Swan], myself, and the crew on the ship use such a tactic?
Boom——
The roar from deep underground continues.
But the underground space where the Warhammer tribe is located has become strangely stable. The rock walls on all sides are as indestructible as fine steel and remain motionless, making you feel safe.
Xia En stayed in the crowd, intending to wait silently for the "earth rumbling" to subside.
If it was true, as Xia En suspected, that the Earthly Stone came about because of him, then the Warhammer Tribe would have blocked a shot for him.
It would be great if we could spend it safely.
However, Xia En was a little curious: "What is the so-called earth ringing?"
The dwarf next to him also knew about the amnesia state of "Bronzebeard" and explained kindly.
“It is said that thousands of meters deep beneath our feet, there is a [Fire] that has existed since ancient times.”
“It is extremely huge and possesses Nearly infinite power and lifespan.”
“Some people say that the reason why our world is called [Ghana] is because of it”
"Its name is [Ghana]!"
Hearing this, Xia En was shocked.
Although he has only explored a very small area of [The Furnace Secret Realm] now, he still doesn’t know how big this world is.
But just imagining a creature that has the same name as a world is enough to understand its horror.
“So, the earth’s ringing is actually its...”
"That's right."
The dwarf beside him nodded and continued: "When [Gana] moves or breathes, there will be a ground ringing phenomenon."
"However, Because [Ghana] is too huge.”
“Sometimes, maybe it just moves its head, which may cause ground rumbling in local areas.”
“This time. The sound of the ground is actually quite small.”
"The truly terrifying ground rumbling is when [Gana] turns over..."
When he said this, the dwarf couldn't help but murmured with obvious fear on his face.
“Such a thundering sound has only happened twice in the history handed down.”
After hearing these words, Xia En further understood the details of the [Melting Furnace Secret Realm]. Poor living conditions.
In such an underground space, the lethality caused by the roar of the earth can only be described as terrifying.
It is hard to imagine how the first dwarves who migrated to the [Forge Secret Realm] survived such a disaster.
The dwarves' furnace tactics were obviously forced to develop after disaster after disaster.
Thinking of this, Xia En sighed softly: "It's really amazing."
"What's so amazing?"
The dwarf beside him was a little puzzled and whispered. He muttered: "Just to survive."
Just as Xia En and the dwarf were chatting casually, the violent vibrations coming from deep underground finally began to subside.
The faces of many dwarves also showed smiles of surviving the disaster.
Fortunately, the intensity of the earthquake was not too high this time, and there were no casualties in the Warhammer tribe.
This is undoubtedly a good thing for the dwarves who are used to seeing life and death.
Just suddenly.
boom!
Another very close and loud roar exploded in everyone's ears.
Above the dwarves, thick cracks suddenly appeared on the rock wall that had previously seemed indestructible.
Almost in the blink of an eye, these cracks quickly connected together until they spread to the entire rock wall.
The next moment.
The hard rock wall continued to collapse in front of everyone, and the gravel fell one after another.
Fortunately, the fire blooming in the furnace once again exerted its effect, turning into an invisible barrier to protect the dwarves.
Xia En thought it was another wave of ground noise coming suddenly.
But through the hole in the rock formation above, he saw an extremely huge claw, and... an eye with a crimson vertical pupil!
Not only Xia En, but all the dwarves also saw this behemoth in an instant and exclaimed in surprise.
"That, that's..."
"It's the Lizard King!"
"Damn, it must have been woken up by the rumbling of the ground!"
Obviously, The dwarves are no strangers to this creature named [Fire Lizard King].
Some dwarves have even had direct contact with it - however, that is usually when the [Fire Lizard King] is sleeping.
In fact, the appearance of [Fire Lizard King] is just a coincidence.
It was sleeping peacefully in the cave above, but was suddenly awakened by a rumble of the ground. It just so happened that it landed near the Warhammer tribe.
And now that I’m awake, I have to eat something.
Just then, it smelled the breath of living creatures again, and when it raised its paw, it dug a big hole.
At this time, how could [Fierce Lizard King] not enjoy a delicious meal of the food that was "delivered to his door"?
Among the crowd, Xia En looked serious.
He didn't think the appearance of this big lizard was a coincidence.
The previous earthquake was indeed just the beginning, the real danger is yet to come!
At this moment.
[Fierce Lizard King] couldn't wait to stretch out his claws, trying to grab the dwarf below and swallow it directly into his mouth.
Its claws are extremely large and can only fit through the large hole above.
Immediately afterwards, the sharp claws of [Fire Lizard King] hit the barrier condensed by the secret power of the furnace, making a muffled sound.
After the collision, the faces of the dwarves suddenly turned pale, and their breaths were a little sluggish.
Compared to the roar coming from deep underground, such a close attack is even more difficult to resist.
People can even see that the barriers in mid-air have undergone obvious deformations.
"Roar!"
[Fierce Lizard King] roared and swatted it down with one claw again.
Today, it will eat the meat inside this "turtle shell"!
Bang! Bang! Bang!
In the collisions again and again, the secret power barrier becomes lighter and lighter, and the texture on the surface of the furnace becomes darker and darker.
The fire began to dissipate.
Despair gradually spread among the dwarves.
Some fragile dwarves even began to sob softly.
Facing the [Fire Lizard], they can still find ways to hunt it, but facing the [Fire Lizard King], they have no way to deal with it.
This is the gap in absolute strength.
But suddenly this time.
One of the dwarves stood up and walked out of the mysterious power barrier.
Hope couldn't help but widen his eyes: "Bronzebeard, what do you want to do?"
(End of this chapter)