Chapter 394:
[Ding: You have completed the S-level task of 'Dawn Pioneer.']
[Mission Profile: In this era of the rise and fall of the Elves, you will be the vanguard of the Elven forces, capturing two Orc military fortresses or killing 200000 orcs within 20 days.]
[Ding: In one night, you sacrificed the lives of 4 million chosen ones, completely seized five Orc military fortresses, and killed 650000 enemies within 24 hours. Your reputation will echo across the Legendary continent.]
[Ding: Your completion of this S-level task is at 300%.]
[Ding: You will receive 3.5 million Experience Point rewards.]
[Ding: You have earned 1.32 million Meritorious Service Awards.]
[Ding: You have gained 2 Legendary Degrees (Legendary Continent only).]
[Ding: Your meritorious deeds can be exchanged for the prize of your choice on the War Merit Score Table.]
[Ding: Camp favorability of Black Leaf Elf, Moonlight Elf, and Snow Elf Plus 3300 .]
[Ding: You have obtained the inactive 'Legendary Lord' task information.]
This seemingly ordinary S-class pioneer task offered an incredible array of rewards and possibilities. It was a crucial branch of the SS-level super mainline task.
In war, time equated to both money and rewards. The Dawn Army, as vanguards, had captured five Orc Empire fortresses in a single day and killed 650000 orcs without losing a single Elven soldier. It was an exceptionally cost-effective achievement.
The success of the vanguard operation had reduced the 20–day mission goal to just one day, or even surpassed it, significantly inflating the mission's rewards.
William wasn't concerned about the Experience Points needed to level up. Instead, he was focused on building his legend.
This mission had significantly boosted his Legendary status, thanks to the unconventional circumstances of facing an Orc Empire that underestimated him while being just a Lord of Dawn, William Blackleaf City. It was akin to a group of local militia defeating heavily armored Imperial Knights riding warhorses, a nearly unimaginable feat.
These two legends would undoubtedly make William stand out even more on the Legendary continent. However, the titles attached to these legends, such as "Twilight Executioner: Legend Degree Plus 2", reminded him of the millions of chosen ones he had sacrificed and his ruthless ruling over them as the Lord of Dawn, William Blackleaf.
Nonetheless, these Legendary degrees promised greater renown on the Legendary continent. As his legend spread and became known in songs and tales, William would gain more influence and power. This would enable him to handle various challenges with ease.
In the end, William was on the path to becoming a renowned figure on the Legendary continent, with his name echoing through the verses of bards and his reputation growing day by day.
"Not to mention those legends, my 300% mission completion has activated a 'legendary Lord' mission," William read the message with surprise, unable to contain his excitement.
He was so astonished that he couldn't even sit still.
Nothing else mattered at that moment.
All talents containing the word "legend" possessed extraordinary and unique effects, but this talent also included the word "Lord," making it the perfect fit for him. William couldn't wait to examine the attributes of this talent.
[Talent: Legendary Lord]
Aura of Legendary Lord: For every 10000 dawn Professionals within a million meters, your four-dimensional attributes increase by 1%, with a maximum limit of 20%.
As a Legendary Lord, 10% of your four-dimensional attributes are also transferred to each dawn Professional under your command, enhancing their power.
Aura Effect: Morale of your Professionals Plus 10.
Aura Effect: Health Point recovery speed of your Professionals Plus 300 Points per second.
Halo Effect: Civilians under your command will hold you in higher regard.
Halo Effect: Attraction to special talents Plus 3%.
Special Effect: Rage: When your Health Point falls below 10%, your Professionals gain a 50% boost in attack and defense, while reducing intelligence and pain by 30%, entering a state of rage.
Duration: 1 hour
Cooldown: 24 hours
Special Effect: Sacrifice: When your Health Point drops below 1000 Points, all attributes of your Professionals increase by 30%, with a 100% boost in attack power, defense, and movement speed. They will launch a fierce attack on the enemy.
Duration: 10 hours
Cooldown: 1 month]
(Friendly Note: This talent is recognized by The Blue Frost Empire, the Orc Empire, and the Three Elves. If they cease recognition, this mission will become inactive.)
(Friendly Note: If the "Sacrifice" ability is used more than 3 times a year, the level of this talent will be reduced, as your subordinates may perceive their Lord as incompetent.)
"Lying in the trough…" Your Highness didn't know what to say as he absorbed the astonishing attributes of this talent.
His total attributes now increased by 110%. If he could possess this talent, his total attributes would skyrocket to 130%.
When combined with the power of the Holy Soul, he could already feel himself towering over the battlefield.
Even more enticing was the fact that 10% of his four-dimensional attributes would be shared with his soldiers.
His total attribute was already astronomical, and with this talent, it would be truly terrifying.
But what truly astounded him was the range of the "Legendary Lord" aura, extending up to a million meters.
However, the real game-changers were the abilities "Rage" and "Sacrifice."
In essence, both abilities served the same purpose: enhancing his army when facing death, or even after death, the Dawn Army, no, not just the Dawn Legion, but also the Dawn Mercenary Regiment would all receive a substantial buff.
"I can't believe it. This means that as long as I possess this talent, I can use these abilities according to the number of players. And once players become accustomed to the 10% attribute bonus from my 'Legendary Lord' aura, who would want to leave my side?" William was nearly euphoric.
This was a super talent tailor-made for him. In terms of personal strength, it couldn't be compared to a Sage, but in the role of a Lord, it was overwhelmingly powerful.
Especially considering the increasing number of players in the future. Without a solid plan, William would never be able to retain all of them. It was akin to William eliminating the competition.
Once this strategy was employed, NPCs and rival players might attempt to poach his recruits. Though the tactic could only be used once, it was still a risk.
His primary concern was that the Human Empire might attempt to poach his recruits. However, with the "Legendary Lord" talent and the excuse that he was always engaging with players, they would never abandon Dawn City and the 10% attribute bonus he provided.
"I can't believe it. You spring this incredible talent on me out of nowhere. What do you want me to do?" William exclaimed, swallowing hard. He reluctantly opened the task clue.
He feared it would be something as demanding as leading the Dawn Army to the Black Great Wall to face certain death.
"But I can't afford not to activate it. This is clearly a time-limited 'mission.' Leading the Dawn Army to achieve such an impressive War Merit has made many people recognize Dawn City. If I were to give up and want to acquire the 'Legendary Lord' talent again, who knows how long it would take." William resolved to work for the future of Dawn City and the happiness of the players.
He slowly activated the previously dormant task.
[Ding: You have activated the 'Legendary Lord' mission!]
[Legendary Lord: As a Lord recognized by The Blue Frost Empire, the Three Elves, and the Orc Empire, your Dawn City has experienced rapid growth, gained immense strength, and boasts hundreds of thousands of elite soldiers, and millions of Chosen Ones who are willing to give their lives for your cause.
Many forces believe you have the potential and strength to become a 'Legendary Lord.']
[Mission Objective: Create a victorious and invincible super army to prove to both enemies and allies that you have what it takes to become a true Legendary Lord.]
[Mission Difficulty: S Plus ]
[Mission Reward: Talent: Legendary Lord]
[Mission Time Limit: Within 3 years]
William's face was a question mark as he contemplated the mission's conditions.
Was this not the dream he had been tirelessly working toward since becoming a Lord?
"Is this a coincidence?"
"Did good fortune fall from the sky?"
"Does Lady Luck favor me so much that she's lifting her skirt again?" William found himself wavering between hope and doubt.
Just as he was about to give in to his excitement, a thought struck him like a lightning bolt.
"No, the Orc Empire recognized me…"
"Does that mean the Orc Empire is targeting me?"
"Damn it, even if it's a field battle, facing a siege by the Dragon Blood Legion could result in significant losses."
"What does it mean to win every battle? It means that with just one Legion, you can overcome a hundred others. If the Orc Empire targets me, it'll be easy for them to nullify the 'win every battle' Legion buff!" William sighed heavily. The mission's difficulty was far from straightforward.