80: Chapter 80 Leave No One Alive

In the world of Class Transferees, Dungeons and secret realms are not the only ways to obtain high-level equipment. Another major source relies on logistics-type classes, specifically "Blacksmiths," to custom-craft gear.

Related logistics classes include Enchanters, Glyph Masters, Alchemists, and so on, which together form a complete equipment manufacturing system. And the core of forging lies in materials.

The rarer and more powerful the material, the more outstanding the attributes of the forged equipment, and it might even come with special effects. The bones, tendons, leather, carapaces, and even certain energy cores of high-grade monsters are treasures in the eyes of Blacksmiths.

In the perilous yet resource-rich deep sea, whale-type monsters are considered mobile treasure vaults due to their massive size and powerful vitality. The level 139 epic-grade "Frost Blue Whale" currently within Lin Muyang's detection range, if hunted completely and its materials properly processed, has an estimated total value exceeding 100 billion magic crystals!

Its bones can be forged into main materials for heavy weapons or armor; whale fat and special glands are top-tier alchemy potion ingredients; tough whale skin can be made into lightweight, high-defense leather armor; and even the Frost magic core it contains could become a core enchanting material for legendary-grade or even epic-grade equipment.

Of course, this money is by no means easy to earn. The deep sea is a forbidden zone for humans, with a danger coefficient far exceeding that of land. Professional whaling teams must be equipped with two key classes: first, "Exorcists," who can use special rituals or skills to temporarily disperse or soothe monsters in the surrounding waters, creating a relatively safe hunting environment; second, "Ocean Warlocks" or similar classes, which can provide support Auras for stable underwater breathing, pressure adaptation, and underwater communication.

In addition, other team members need to possess extremely strong frontal combat capabilities, tracking skills, and coordination, and must carry a large number of expensive magic scrolls, potions, and disposable items to deal with various emergencies and compensate for class shortcomings. The upfront cost of a successful deep-sea hunt is astronomical, not to mention the risk of encountering even more terrifying sea beasts at any time or falling into a siege by monsters and being wiped out.

Wealth is sought in danger—this applies equally to the world of Class Transferees.

At this moment, under the dual lock of Lin Muyang's [Monster Detection] and [Divine Sight], he clearly "saw" that scarred Frost Blue Whale fleeing in panic towards the general direction of the cave where he was located. Behind it, forty-two Japanese whalers, wearing special deep-diving combat suits and possessing distinct weapon and skill styles, were in hot pursuit like a school of sharks that had smelled blood.

Fireballs, ice spears, wind blades, lightning, energy arrows... the brilliance of various skills intertwined and flashed in the deep sea, continuously bombarding the giant whale's massive body, exploding into chaotic energy turbulence that stirred the seawater violently. Even over a hundred kilometers away, Lin Muyang could perceive the subtle vibrations transmitted by the seawater through his Aura.

"It has about one-third of its HP left... judging by the situation, the whaling team has the combat advantage, and this whale is just struggling at death's door." Lin Muyang analyzed calmly, "But it will take them at least another half hour to completely grind this thick-skinned epic-grade behemoth to death. And based on their current escape and pursuit route, there is a high probability they will pass near my incubation point!"

Once this group gets close, they will instantly notice the abnormal ultra-high-temperature area near the volcanic cave. By then, whether they are curious enough to investigate or simply want to avoid the abnormal area, they might cause unpredictable effects on the incubating phoenix egg, or even lead to unnecessary combat and expose himself.

"Can't let them get close." Lin Muyang's eyes turned cold. He didn't want to create complications, but now trouble had come knocking on his door.

"Elabess, issue a warning." Lin Muyang communicated via thought to the Succubus Maiden who was on guard outside.

"Understood." Elabess replied.

Lin Muyang quickly adjusted his Aura configuration. In the deep sea, [Underwater Breathing] and [Blazing Domain] were fundamental to survival and incubation and could not be moved. Ten-fold speed was also key to maintaining mobility and monster-grinding efficiency. In addition, the permanent [Divine Concealment Aura] and [Void Body] were temporarily retained (used for concealing himself and the cave).

He temporarily removed the attack, defense, and critical hit Auras used for grinding monsters to free up slots for the upcoming conflict.

First, activate [Depth Surround] (God-Tier) — ensuring sound can travel long distances in the deep sea without loss.

"This is the territorial waters of the Xia Kingdom! You have trespassed without permission; you are limited to leave within thirty seconds, or bear the consequences yourself!"

Elabess simulated a cold and dignified female voice, and through the [Depth Surround] Aura, clearly and accurately transmitted this warning to every Japanese whaler over a hundred kilometers away!

Suddenly hearing a warning in a strange language in the deep sea, the whaling team's movements visibly stalled, and their formation became momentarily chaotic. But soon, rapid and intense communication sounded in the team channel.

"Baka! People from the Xia Kingdom? How could there be a Xia Kingdom patrol at this depth? The intelligence clearly said there wasn't!"

"The voice is unfamiliar; it's not a known commander of the Xia Kingdom's deep-sea defense forces."

"Just a verbal warning? No direct attack or appearance to apply pressure... I'm afraid their strength is limited, or they're just bluffing!"

"Captain, what should we do? The target is almost done for!"

"Ignore it! Continue the attack! When has our 'North Sea Fang' ever been afraid of a warning? Kill this whale, get the materials, and leave immediately! So what if it's the Xia Kingdom's waters? They can't catch us!"

"That's right! We haven't had a catch in a month; we absolutely cannot let this epic-grade Frost Blue Whale go!"

After a brief commotion, the whaling team's offensive became even more fierce, completely ignoring the warning and continuing to hunt the Frost Blue Whale.

Lin Muyang's brows furrowed deeply. The opponent's choice was within his expectations, but it also extinguished his last shred of desire for a peaceful resolution.

"Stubborn." Lin Muyang's voice was calm but tinged with coldness, "In that case, stay on this seabed forever."

He no longer hesitated and began to switch to combat Auras with full force!

[Spell Expansion] (God-Tier) activated! — The effective range of all spells, skills, and Auras is increased ten-fold!

[Silence Domain] (God-Tier) activated! — Within a specified super-large range, all enemy units are unable to release any skills that require chanting or channeling (including most active skills and some scrolls).

[Frost Erosion] (God-Tier) activated! — All enemy units within the range have their movement speed and attack speed reduced by 90%.

[Corrosion Power] (God-Tier) activated! — All enemy units within the range have their physical and magic defense reduced by 90%.

[Weakness] (God-Tier) activated! — All enemy units within the range have their attack power reduced by 90%.

Five large-scale debuff-type God-Tier Auras, under the terrifying enhancement of [Spell Expansion], were like five invisible but deadly giant nets, instantly covering a spherical sea area with a radius of one hundred kilometers! They enveloped all forty-two members of the whaling team currently in fierce battle, along with the Frost Blue Whale!

In an instant, everyone in the whaling team's complexion changed drastically!

Skill chants were cut off halfway! Their bodies felt like they had fallen into extremely viscous glue; every movement became incomparably slow! The originally surging sense of power rapidly waned, and even their hands holding weapons felt much heavier! Even worse, a sense of weakness stemming from life instinct spread throughout their bodies, as if even lifting their weapons became difficult!

"What's going on?! My skills won't release!"

"It's silence! A super-large-range Silence Domain! And super-strong deceleration and debuffs!"

"My defense feels as thin as paper!"

"Attack power plummeted! What the hell is this?!"

"There's an ambush! A master from the Xia Kingdom!"

"Use scrolls! Quickly use purification scrolls! Use acceleration scrolls! Use defense scrolls!"

The team captain roared hoarsely. The well-trained members also reacted immediately, scrambling to tear open various magic scrolls they had long prepared.

However, the effect of [Silence Domain] was equally effective on many scrolls that required active activation! Many people tore open the scrolls, only to find the scroll's light flash and then go silent, unable to take effect at all! Only a few scrolls with simple trigger conditions or extremely high quality barely worked, but their effects were also greatly diminished under the multiple debuff Auras.

Just as they were in chaos, struggling to regroup, two figures, one white and one purple, like ghosts in the deep sea, struck into their formation from two different directions at speeds far beyond their understanding!

Lin Muyang had already canceled [Divine Concealment Aura]. Since he had decided to annihilate them, there was no need to hide. Aura slots were limited and had to be used where it mattered most.

In addition to the five debuff Auras mentioned above, and the [Blazing Domain] and [Underwater Breathing] that had to be maintained, Lin Muyang activated another key Aura:

[Space Interruption] (God-Tier) — All space-type skills, equipment, and scroll effects within the range are invalidated, completely sealing off any possibility of the opponent teleporting away!

"Watch out for enemy attacks! Tighten the formation! Protect the Exorcist and the Ocean Warlock!" The captain's eyes were splitting with rage; he clearly saw the level of the attackers—Level 46! But the dangerous Aura emanating from them, as well as their unimaginable speed, made him dare not take them lightly, "It might be some kind of disguise! Full defense!"

"Magic Immunity Scroll!" The 132-level Exorcist in the team reacted extremely quickly, tearing open a top-tier scroll that emitted a pale golden radiance and was worth hundreds of millions of magic crystals without hesitation—[Advanced Magic Immunity Shield]!

A translucent, pale golden spherical shield instantly expanded, enveloping the entire forty-two-member team. Mysterious runes flowed on the surface of the shield, emitting an Aura that isolated all magical fluctuations.

This was one of their ultimate trump cards for dealing with strong magic attacks, capable of lasting thirty seconds and immune to most magic damage and control effects.

Just then, Elabess in the distance gracefully raised her hand.

[Black Hole Vortex] (Lv32)!

Enhanced by the [Spell Expansion] Aura, this Origin Skill, which originally had a coverage range of 320 meters, now formed a terrifying dark vortex with a diameter exceeding three thousand meters that seemed capable of swallowing everything! A huge suction force came, and even though the magic immunity shield blocked direct damage and control, the massive gravitational force still made everyone inside the shield unstable, and their formation slightly distorted.

"Hmph, magic immunity? Let's see how long you can last." A hint of mockery flashed in Elabess's purple eyes. She didn't count on the Black Hole Vortex to succeed directly; this was just an appetizer to disrupt the opponent's rhythm.

The real killer move followed immediately!

Ao Qingyan, who had cut into the center of the enemy formation like white lightning, had sword intent soaring in her cold eyes. She pointed her long sword to the sky, and sword Qi erupted from her body!

[Peerless Sword Formation] (Lv32) — Activate!

"Zheng—!"

The clear, deafening sound of swords, even in the deep sea, was clearly transmitted to every whaler's ears, reaching straight to their souls!

With Ao Qingyan as the center, a huge sword formation light pattern with an extremely vast coverage range instantly spread out in the seawater! Within the sword formation, sharp, unparalleled sword Qi was generated out of thin air, dense and numerous—more than hundreds? Under the influence of [Spell Expansion], the generation frequency and coverage density of the sword Qi reached a despairing level!

Each of these sword Qi contained terrifying physical attack power bolstered by [Indestructible], and furthermore, the [Peerless Sword Formation] at Lv20 came with a "High Armor Penetration" special effect! At this moment, superimposed with the [Corrosion Power] (reducing defense by 90%) Aura, the Japanese whalers' defense, which could not be fully bolstered due to the shield's obstruction, was simply like paper in front of the sword Qi!

The most critical point was—[Advanced Magic Immunity Shield] was immune to magic damage and control. And [Peerless Sword Formation] was a pure physical sword Qi attack!

"Not good! It's a physical attack!" The captain reacted first, his face turning pale with horror, "Shield guards, take the front! Quickly!"

But, it was too late.

Under the 90% deceleration, their movements were more than a beat too slow?

The first wave of sword Qi, like a metal storm, had arrived!

Chi chi chi chi—!

The shield could not block physical sword Qi! The sharp, unparalleled sword Qi easily penetrated the pale golden magic shield and then fiercely "kissed" the armor, leather armor, and flesh and blood that had become fragile due to [Corrosion Power] and [Weakness]!

-154,820! -201,390! (Critical Hit!) -168,740! -189,210! (Armor Penetration!)

Scarlet damage numbers surged frantically from the heads of the forty-two people inside the shield like a fountain!

After just one round of sword Qi sweeping through, more than half of the whalers' HP bars hit rock bottom!

They couldn't understand why two Level 46 "summons" could burst out with such terrifying area physical damage? The rule-based armor-breaking power contained in that sword Qi, as well as the multiple strange debuffs applied to them, were far beyond their cognitive scope!

The magic immunity shield was still there, but it had become a ridiculous irony, unable to protect them in the slightest.

Lin Muyang, in the cave, calmly watched all this through [Divine Sight]. His gaze swept over those panicked faces without pity. Since they had chosen to ignore the warning and step into the forbidden zone, they had to be prepared to pay the price.

His thoughts stirred, and he gave the final order to Ao Qingyan and Elabess.

"Finish it quickly, leave no survivors."