DipNovel Chapter 7 This apocalypse is just like playing an online game!
Chapter 7 This apocalypse is just like playing an online game!
Lu Sheng put down his chopsticks and looked intently at Zhou Hai, finally voicing his biggest question.
"Captain Zhou, how exactly are the sequence grades you mentioned divided?"
Zhou Hai gulped down the last mouthful of noodle soup, let out a satisfied burp, took out a toothpick from his pocket and picked his teeth, looking quite content.
"You've hit the nail on the head."
He glanced at Lu Sheng and chuckled, "Lu kid, listen carefully, this is the most core secret in our sequence superhuman circle, I don't tell just anyone."
Zhao Ze and Su Li also stopped what they were doing; clearly, this was a formal introduction to the new member.
"Based on the patterns we've discovered so far, sequential talents are roughly divided into five levels, from low to high: Mortal, Profound, Earth, Heaven, and Saint."
"The mortal level is the most common, accounting for seven or eight out of ten extraordinary individuals. Their abilities are diverse, but most are auxiliary, such as night vision or excellent swimming skills. Their direct combat ability is practically non-existent."
"The Xuan-level sequence is one tier stronger than the Fan-level, and it begins to possess a certain level of combat power. For example, it has sharp claws and brute strength, and can easily kill three to five low-level floating corpses in a one-on-one fight."
At this point, Zhou Hai pointed to himself and Zhao Ze next to him.
"Old Zhao and I are at the Earth-level sequence. Only when you reach this level can you truly touch the threshold of the extraordinary, and be able to manipulate elements or obtain a powerful physique. For example, my Flameburst, and Old Zhao's Indestructible Vajra."
"And above Earth-level is Heaven-level." Zhou Hai's gaze shifted to Su Li, who was quietly wiping her longsword, his eyes filled with undisguised envy and pride. "Our team's Ali is a Heaven-level Asura Swordsman. Every Heaven-level individual is practically an invincible bug among their peers, with immense growth potential; they are true prodigies!"
Lu Sheng's heart stirred slightly, but he nodded calmly on the surface.
Above the Heavenly level, there is the Saint level.
Above the Saint level should be the God level.
Wouldn't the Heavenly Rank he falsely claimed be perfectly positioned to gain enough attention without appearing too shocking?
He secretly rejoiced at his own caution.
"As for the Saint-level..." Zhou Hai clicked his tongue and spread his hands, "That's just a legend. Anyway, I've never heard of anyone awakening the Saint-level sequence in this sea area."
He paused, then changed the subject, looking at Lu Sheng solemnly: "Of course, a high sequence rank doesn't mean everything. For example, you, kid, although you're at the Heavenly level, your current rank is too low. If I wanted to deal with you, it would be effortless."
Lu Sheng nodded; he knew this perfectly well.
Zhou Hai is a Level 3 Spirit Source User. His body has been strengthened multiple times, and his combat experience is incredibly rich. I really have no chance of winning against him now.
"Captain Zhou is right." He then posed his second question, "So, how can a Spirit Source user quickly increase their strength?"
"Well..." Zhou Hai put down the toothpick, his expression turning somewhat strange. "Kid Lu, you've probably noticed too, every time you kill a floating corpse, an experience bar-like thing pops up in your head, right?"
Lu Sheng nodded.
"That's right!" Zhou Hai slapped his thigh. "This damn apocalypse is just like the online games we used to play, leveling up by fighting monsters! Isn't that damn crazy?"
As if remembering something, his eyes suddenly dimmed, and his voice lowered: "My wife and children... were swept away when the flood broke out, and we still don't know if they're alive or dead..."
The atmosphere instantly became heavy.
Zhao reached out and silently patted Zhou Hai on the shoulder.
"Ahem!" Zhou Hai quickly came to his senses, chuckled self-deprecatingly, "See, I've gone off on a tangent again."
"It's alright, Captain Zhou," Lu Sheng said softly, feeling a growing sense of respect for this rugged-looking man.
Zhou Hai waved his hand and continued, "For level 1-2 Spirit Source users, leveling up is very simple: just keep killing low-level floating corpses. Once you've killed enough, you'll naturally level up."
"But once you reach level 3, like Lao Zhao and me, the experience bar won't move if you kill low-level floating corpses anymore. You have to hunt stronger beings, such as... high-level floating corpses, or those mutated sea beasts, to continue gaining experience."
"The three of us are all at level 3 right now. Old Zhao and I are still half the experience needed to reach level 4. Ali is a bit faster. I estimate that after killing two more high-level floating corpses, she will be able to advance to level 4 Spirit Source User."
That's it!
Lu Sheng suddenly realized why they had been talking about high-level floating corpses.
It seems that choosing to join the Blazing Fleet was the right decision.
If you try to figure out this crucial information on your own, you'll likely take countless detours and even risk your life.
"Oh, right, there's one more thing," Zhou Hai added. "Although level 3 Spirit Source users don't gain experience from killing low-level floating corpses, it's not entirely useless. If you're injured, hunting low-level floating corpses allows you to absorb their life energy, which can accelerate your recovery."
Lu Sheng's eyes lit up.
Is there such a good thing?
Isn't this just the life-steal attribute in games?
Zhou Hai grinned, revealing a set of white teeth: "Once you reach the level 3 Spirit Source Master, you will naturally understand its mysteries."
Lu Sheng nodded, his desire to improve his strength growing stronger.
My own strength is still too weak.
Let alone mutated sea beasts, even a high-level floating corpse would be difficult for me to deal with.
Zhou Hai seemed to see through his thoughts, and with a wave of his hand, he said with great magnanimity, "Young Lu, don't overthink it! Your talent is undeniable; it's only a matter of time before you grow stronger! As for the high-level floating corpses, with the three of us here, you can focus on developing your strength in the back. Don't be afraid!"
A warm feeling washed over Lu Sheng.
In this apocalyptic world where people eat each other, it's truly rare to find a teammate like Zhou Hai.
"Hehe," Zhao Ze suddenly laughed, tearing him down, "Little Lu, don't be fooled by his sweet talk. He just wants you to grow up quickly so that he can have an easier time during the next zombie horde."
Lu Sheng astutely grasped this key phrase and asked, "What is a zombie horde?"
Zhou Hai's smile froze, and he glared at Zhao Ze: "Old Zhao! Are you asking for a beating?!"
Zhao ignored him and just looked at Lu Sheng. The smile on his face gradually disappeared and he became serious.
Seeing this, Zhou Hai sighed, knowing that this matter could not be kept secret.
He looked at Lu Sheng, his expression more solemn than ever before.
"Young Lu, I originally planned to tell you about this after things had settled down, but since Old Zhao brought it up, I won't hide it from you anymore."
Zhou Hai's voice was very low, as if his next words carried immense weight.
"The reason our Blazing Fleet is in such a hurry to find a foothold, scavenge for supplies, and improve our strength is because every week, a zombie horde erupts on this sea, sweeping across the entire area!"
"That means it will be two days from now, and the zombie horde will break out again."
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