The vast army stretched endlessly, not only including the armies of the Three States and the Two Countries but also reinforcements arriving from Canglin State, Dream Swamp State, and Man Yue State.
With nearly ten thousand players, it looked like a sea of people as far as the eye could see.
At this moment, atop the towering magic altar within the Ten Extremes Formation facing this army, Long Wushang was also observing the army ahead.
Though unwilling to admit it, he had to acknowledge that this army was indeed terrifyingly massive.
Yet, even so, Long Wushang remained full of confidence.
"This ragtag bunch thinks that with sheer numbers they can halt my progress. Hmph, how laughable, how pathetic. In these chaotic times, with cataclysm imminent, demons run rampant, and the human path is waning; only true powerhouses can bring order to the Nine States and lead the Nine Provinces Human Clan through this doomsday calamity.
These fools, entrenched in old ways, do not know they are courting their own destruction.
But it doesn’t matter. Once I crush them one by one, these fools will naturally understand that the True Dragon is unstoppable, and the Heavenly Mandate cannot be defied.
I, Long Wushang, shall rebuild the glory of the Longhua Empire, restoring the honor of our ancestors!
Soldiers, fight alongside me!"
Long Wushang’s shouted command was full of dominance, his voice, amplified by deep inner strength, resounded far distances. Within the Ten Extremes Formation, a tsunami of cheers erupted from Long Wushang’s underlings.
Even when faced against the world, these soldiers continued to pursue and pledge loyalty.
"These lowly men are naturally no match for our lord’s majestic might," Wang Xie said cooperatively from the side.
Long Wushang glanced at Wang Xie, his expression somewhat complex. "State Preceptor, as long as you assist me in sweeping through the world, I promise to make you the National Guardian True Man, open a palace, establish a temple, and allow you to be admired by the world."
"In that case, I thank the great lord,"
Wang Xie displayed an expression of surprise and joy, though internally ridiculing, (You fool, you can only think of these mundane things, it’s not surprising since people are merely fools scrambling for power and profit. So-called True Men and Venerable ones only rely on some spells to deceive others.
How could you understand the Heavenly Human Dao, or comprehend my true intentions?
This so-called Nine States is nothing but a broken chessboard. Now I shall overturn this board and smash you chess pieces.
Let this false, chaotic broken world be completely destroyed.
When I break through this cage, it will be the true time of the Heavenly Mandate.)
The desolate sound of horns blared in the distance.
The two looked into the distance, and at this moment, the army of the Nine Provinces Alliance, like an overwhelming tide, stretched across the front of the Ten Extremes Formation. The two hundred thousand army appeared as if blotting out the sky and earth.
Within the Ten Extremes Formation, Long Wushang’s hundred thousand soldiers were also fully prepared.
As the war drums continuously pounded, units of the army started advancing forward; war—had finally begun.
"They’re here! State Preceptor, it’s up to you."
"Assuredly, the great lord will be satisfied." Wang Xie could not resist stepping to the top of the magic altar, waved the command flag, and the flags in the surrounding nine formations moved in response.
The troops organized themselves, ready for battle.
The Ten Extremes Formation—initiated!
In an instant, the Five Elements rotated, bloodlust soared to the heavens.
Master Xiao Yue watched closely, "What a formation, such bloodthirst! Fellow Daoists, let’s duel with Wang Xie."
"Indeed! Let me try out my skill."
Master Qingfeng was first to draw his sword, casting spells, talismans and incantations launched into the sky; in a flash, fierce winds rose, dark clouds gathered and swirled, forming an overwhelming black cloud pressing down on the formation.
Immortal Law—Wind and Cloud Gathering!
Longhua True Man praised, "Master Qingfeng’s marvelous Daoist Skill, and let me also assist, to add more momentum."
So saying, he too waved the horsetail whisk, casting his own spell.
In the next moment, lightning flashed within the black cloud, thunder roared as if wild beasts were roaring, akin to Earth splitting and Heaven collapsing.
Immortal Law—Thunderbolt!
The two joined forces in casting Immortal Techniques, their power achieving an effect greater than 1+1.
The black thundercloud was about to strike down with rolling thunder upon the Ten Extremes Formation.
Here, Hong Fu Qitian felt somewhat uneasy.
"President, should I go?"
"No, your Divine Descent Technique should be reserved for the most critical moment."
Long Xingtianxia thought that the Divine Descent Technique was not to be used lightly; he had made up his mind to wait until Long Wushang’s Blood Volume dropped below 20% before acting. As long as they could reduce Long Wushang’s last wave of Blood Volume, taking down Long Wushang’s head in the process, the Ascension Items would be secure.
The Divine Descent Technique was naturally the key to this plan.
What about the World Boss; can you still fight against the gods?
"State Preceptor, look!" Long Wushang pointed uneasily towards the sky. As the thunderclouds gradually pressed towards the ground, it seemed as if the thunder within them could fall at any moment.
"Fear not, great lord, watch this humble Daoist’s spell."
Standing on the magic altar, Wang Xie wielded his sword and chanted continuously.
Heavenly Dao’s Ten Thousand Images, accept the profound Chapters!
Human Dao Tribulation, all enter the Netherworld!
Three Realms Reincarnation, Mirror Heaven Inversion!
Offering Your Karmic Fire, Earth Splitting Heaven Gang!
Demon Immortal Skill—Returning All Techniques!
Bang! A heavenly thunder suddenly fell, yet somehow, though it seemed aimed at the Ten Extremes Formation, when the lightning struck, it was silent. Instead, within the alliance army, a burst of lightning exploded, killing six or seven NPC soldiers.
Boom boom boom boom boom!
The torrential rain poured, Heavenly Thunder fell continuously, each strike was powerful, soldiers fell in large swathes.
In a blink, countless casualties occurred within the alliance.
Master Qingfeng and Longhua True Man were shocked and exclaimed, "What kind of spell is this? This demon has such power!"
Seeing the alliance’s dire situation, the True Men were left speechless.
Fortunately, this duel was just a façade, not ever hoping to rely on the spells to break the formation.
The real trump card lay in the previously arranged plan to break the formation, the Dragon Slayer plan.
Seeing the spells were ineffective, the State Governors no longer hesitated. They all waved command flags, and the previously arranged formation breaking troops were deployed simultaneously. All the other troops similarly drummed and waved flags, creating a false show of strength. For a time, the cries for battle shook the sky as over a hundred thousand troops slowly pressed towards the Ten Extremes Formation.
The battle had begun!