Chapter 414
What defines a Chosen Son? They are the most robust and luckiest among the chosen few. William's objective was to identify a player to take on the role of the game's protagonist.
So, what exactly is a protagonist? Imagine a scenario where 90 million individuals participate in a card game, but only one emerges victorious. What do you think sets this victor apart? Is it sheer strength or perhaps an abundance of luck?
While strength undoubtedly plays a role, the key ingredient is luck. No matter how skilled someone may be, their fortunes can crumble if they are dealt a bad hand. Therefore, in a contest with 90 million participants, it is the one who consistently draws favorable cards and navigates the game's challenges step by step, who is deemed lucky.
Of course, the game world does not feature card games like the one described. In this realm, both luck and strength are crucial. Take William, for instance, whose luck value stands at a mere 1. Yet, he thrives, proving that a careful balance of strength and luck is essential.
The rules of this unique competition are equally intriguing. It encompasses three distinct categories, and every contestant must participate in all of them:
1. Unlimited Player Killing.
2. Attribute Balance Player Killing.
3. A competition akin to the martial arts conferences organized by the four major factions, where 10000 participants engage in melee combat.
Each of these competitions employs a Points-based system. The participant who accumulates the highest total score across all three competitions will be crowned the Son of Heaven.
In essence, this event seeks to identify the most balanced and fortunate player, who will assume the role of the Chosen Son in this grand game.
For example, at the start of version 3.0, the renowned Professional player known as "Xiao a Yin" nearly faced a crisis of identity, wrestling with the thought of "What am I doing?" But as a public figure, she had little choice.
For various reasons, many casual gamers won't transition into Professional players. However, this grand "son of heaven" competition offers a pathway for many casual experts to step up. It may not make them stars, but it can still bring them fame and rewards.
So, what can William gain from all this?
It's quite substantial. Because whether it's the "God of War" qualifying matches tucked away in the corners of Dawn City or the prestigious "son of heaven" super tournament, William has organized them all. Players have reaped ample rewards thanks to him. It's only natural for anyone with a semblance of conscience to feel a sense of belonging to such a community and keep playing for it.
"In essence, to keep players firmly rooted in your domain, you need to continually innovate and provide them with the joy of residing in Dawn City," William never assumed that players would remain loyal solely due to the aura of a Legendary Lord. Instead, he kept toiling to amass greater benefits.
Moving from quantity to quality, players would never dream of leaving Dawn City.
The officials hadn't anticipated that the "son of heaven" competition would draw the attention of so many players from Continent China. So, they decided to broadcast it live and invited over 20 commentators!
There was no other choice.
The commentators were all Professional players, and they also wanted to compete. Interpretation had to be done in shifts.
On the first day of the Twelfth month in version 3.0, the inaugural unrestricted Player Killing game officially commenced.
Concerning the venue?
No worries. With a flick of William's hand, he could summon the Legendary earth system Elves to construct a super challenge arena within minutes, an arena that could withstand battles of unparalleled intensity.
But time was tight, and the task was arduous.
Three different types of competitions.
Each competition type would span three days, allowing Professional players in China some time for training and preparation before the global finals.
Numerous challenge arenas and numerous players in competition. The official live broadcast was divided into ten screens, each showcasing ten pairs of renowned contestants.
Of course, there were many smaller screens for streamers, giving players an additional option for viewing.
On game day, players who could afford to attend the event in person were relatively few among the broader player base. That's because even a group of affluent and bored Elves were curious about how the Tianxuan competition played out. Could it be that challenging?
After all, in the eyes of the Elves, player combat mostly resulted in death.
So, nearly half of the super-large competition stands constructed by William were reserved for curious and well-to-do Elves. This rare scenario, where players and non-player characters watched the game together, greatly enhanced the immersion for many players.
…
"The first 'son of heaven' competition was officially underway," the female host declared, pausing for effect before extending her beautiful legs, which sent the chat into a frenzy. It seemed that countless people were passionately glued to their screens.
The male host made a concerted effort to keep his composure, and the person following him inquired, "Hey, will there be a second session?"
"It appears so. Our handsome prince dropped a hint in front of Changli Jiuge," the female host, Xi Xi, the commentator for the official Chinese League area of the gods, and a player from Dawn City, as well as an ardent female fan of "his highness," explained.
The male host, known as 'Kaka,' was also a League commentator. Their teamwork was impeccable, so he nodded in agreement. "Considering that Changli Jiuge got wind of it, it's likely true. I believe our audience also comprehends the relationship between Changli Jiuge and 'his highness'…"
"Your Highness's devoted fans!"
"Your Highness's devoted fans!"
"Your Highness's devoted fans."
As the barrage of comments flooded the screen, 'Kaka' wore a smile and remarked, "It seems you all have a soft spot for our special guest, the esteemed Glory Professional player, Changli Jiuge!"
The audience erupted in applause, fully immersed in the live broadcast of the game.
The recurring phrase, "Your Highness's devoted fans," continued to dominate the screen.
Dressed sharply in a slim-fitting suit, Changli Jiuge made his way to the stage with an air of confidence.
After extending his greetings to the audience, he cast a quick, appreciative glance at the beautiful black silk-clad legs of "Xi Xi," before taking his seat. He cleared his throat and said, "It's truly an honor to be a special guest. I'm delighted to witness the radiant beauty of Xi Xi."
Xi Xi playfully covered her mouth with a smile and shot him a sidelong glance.
"What about me?" inquired the male host, Kaka, with an earnest expression.
Changli Jiuge raised an eyebrow and responded, "Aren't you a member of our esteemed Glory guild? It seems you hold a rather significant position, and I'm quite familiar with your capabilities…"
There was a brief pause before both hosts burst into laughter in unison.
It was all part of the program's charm.
The barrage of comments also took on a more lively and engaging tone, not limited to mere repetitions and fan adoration.
Xi Xi playfully pursed her lips and posed a question, "I'm curious about your thoughts on Changli Jiuge's 'Son of Heaven' competition. What kind of results do you anticipate, or who do you believe will ultimately emerge as the 'Son of Heaven'?"
Changli Jiuge's demeanor suddenly turned serious. After a moment of contemplation, he spoke directly to the camera, "To truly become the chosen one, I'd like to emphasize that it's not just about 'licking'…"
His words left both hosts in surprise, their eyes wide. Then they asked, "Are you suggesting that becoming the chosen one involves 'licking'?"
As Xi Xi licked her lips suggestively, the barrage of comments went wild.
Recognizing the misunderstanding, Changli Jiuge quickly clarified, "You've clearly misunderstood me. I meant 'licking' in the sense of showing loyalty and support. However, it seems that luck may play a key role in becoming the 'Son of Heaven'!"
"The game has begun, the game has begun…" Kaka suddenly noticed the emergence of a massive arena comprising 1000 challenge arenas. He swiftly redirected his attention to the competition arena.