Four consecutive system prompts sound, causing Jiang Han to pause for a moment, then rejoice.
It seems that with every increase of 20 levels, his rank breaks through to a new level. However, this is not the main focus. The advancement of the title often signifies a greater increase in final health points.
Without hesitation, Jiang Han checks the title—
[Harbinger of Ruin]: Final health points increased by 350%!
Another addition of 50%!
Although the added percentage may not seem significant, it implies that his health points have increased by nearly two million out of thin air. With his skill, Final Annihilation, which restores 1% of his health per second once out of combat, it is equivalent to a jump of 170,000 health points every second. In less than two minutes, he can fully recover.
An 85th-level Spirit-level BOSS only has 15 million health points, and he now has a staggering 17.62 million.
Clearly, the "Protection of the Demon God" is gradually shining and heating up; he has completely transformed into a BOSS!
"I've taken screenshots of my equipment and sent them to you. Give me a price, and if it's reasonable, I'll sell it to you," Jiang Han sends the screenshots of the Flame Demon set one by one through the friend communication to Vei Qian Duoer.
"What a powerful set!" Vei Qian Duoer's eyes light up. "Based on the prices of Dark Gold equipment on the market, it's about five hundred thousand each. Since this is a set, I'll give you a bit more. A total of two and a half million, how about it?"
"Agreed!" Jiang Han nods.
Initially, when he sold it to Dragon Soars Across the Sky, the price was slightly higher. However, as players gradually improved their strength, Dark Gold-level equipment was no longer an unattainable luxury, and the prices naturally dropped a bit.
Soon, Jiang Han receives the transfer, and he immediately trades the Flame Demon set to Vei Qian Duoer.
Wearing the Flame Demon set, Vei Qian Duoer's confidence overflows. "Now, I might be able to dominate and slaughter everything!"
"Shall we continue exploring, or..."
"Tomorrow, it's too late now."
"Alright!"
Afterwards, the two agree to continue exploring the inner periphery of the scorching volcano at eight o'clock the next morning and log off.
...
Removing his game helmet, Jiang Han freshens up and then opens the official forum to search for pet-related content.
Since the pet system is open, he naturally wants to fill this temporary gap in his combat power—
[Killer Bee] (Silver-level Pet)
[Thunder Mouse] (Gold-level Pet)
[Flame Wolf King] (Gold-level BOSS Pet)
[Purple Winged Tiger Cub] (Dark Gold-level BOSS Pet)
"The Purple Winged Tiger Cub looks good..." Jiang Han strokes his chin.
Speaking of which, he has seen the Purple Winged Tiger Cub in the Heavenly Trial, with wings on its back, capable of flight. It's worth cultivating.
In addition, he has a pet advancement stone that can unconditionally upgrade the Purple Winged Tiger Cub to a Spirit-level BOSS Pet, and he believes the increase in aptitude and potential will be considerable.
"Right, I accepted Vei Qian Duoer's shared quest. To claim the quest rewards, I must go find the Dragon Domain Guardian, Changfeng," Jiang Han quickly searches for information related to the Dragon Domain.
[Dragon Domain] (Special Map)
Introduction: The dwelling place of giant dragons, the entire map is within the Snow Domain, covered by restrictions, isolated from the world, and adventurers are temporarily unable to enter.
[Dragon Domain Guardian · Changfeng]
Introduction: Just by the title, you can tell it's not simple. A true top-level BOSS in the Dragon Domain, not a god, but I'll kick my head off for you to use as a ball.
At this stage, players naturally cannot know the life stories of top-level BOSSes. Many of the introductions are fabricated by players themselves.
Before long, drowsiness hits, and Jiang Han lies down on the bed, entering dreamland in just a few minutes.
...
The next day, early morning.
Eating steamed buns to satisfy hunger, Jiang Han puts on his game helmet.
"Swoosh!"
In a flicker of white light, the darkness in front of Jiang Han is dispelled, replaced by the stagnant and hot atmosphere of the scorching volcano.
Vei Qian Duoer is already online, and upon seeing Jiang Han's figure, he can't help but laugh and ask, "So early?"
Jiang Han glances at the time, 6:35, still one hour and twenty-five minutes away from the agreed-upon eight o'clock.
Very well, it seems everyone is punctual.
"Not earlier than you."
"I'm different." Vei Qian Duoer shakes his head. "I have some physical conditions in reality... never mind, I won't mention that. Since we're both online, shall we set out early?"
"No problem."
...
With one in front and one behind, the two head towards the inner periphery of the scorching volcano.
Since they cleaned up the Lava Bald Vultures yesterday, there is no danger on the way. Occasionally encountering one, Jiang Han tramples it with War Stomp, gaining 0.8% experience.
"Brother, which faction does Dragon Domain belong to now?" Jiang Han asks.
This is crucial.
If the Dragon Domain belongs to the Bright Camp, and he goes to find Changfeng, he doesn't know if there will be any quest rewards. His head will definitely be in jeopardy if he belongs to the Dark Camp.
"Neutral."
Vei Qian Duoer answers, then thinks for a moment and says, "But it leans towards the Bright Camp. It might be a bit dangerous for you, who belongs to the Dark Camp. Let me see if I can claim your quest rewards as well."
"Good, thanks!"
-100!
-1500!
-3000!
...
As they get closer to the center of the volcano, the temperature rises, and they lose health points faster.
Fortunately, with the current health points of players and Vei Qian Duoer switching to a better set, he is not hindered by the high temperature.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: You have entered the map [Scorching Volcano] (Inner Periphery)!
After a while, they see butterfly-like monsters wandering in the inner periphery of the volcano. These monsters have two antennae emitting flames on their heads, and their wings are bright red and enchanting, spreading sparkling powder when flapping—
[Blaze Butterfly] (Elite Monster ★★★★★)
Level: 102
Health: 5,000,000
Attack: 20,500-21,500
Defense: 10,000-10,800
Skills: [Flaming Gale][Wings of Fire]
Introduction: Creatures in the inner periphery of the lava volcano, fearless of flames, naturally possessing strong control over fire elements. Fierce in temperament, pushed to the limit, they might even choose to die together with their enemies.
...
"I can't believe these attributes are so high!"
Jiang Han sends
the Blaze Butterfly's panel to Vei Qian Duoer, immediately causing the latter to exclaim.
"A level 98 Lava Bald Vulture is far inferior to the Blaze Butterfly in all aspects. It seems that level 100 is undoubtedly a watershed for the third advancement." Jiang Han says, "It doesn't pose much threat to me, stay away and be careful not to attract hatred."
"Got it."
Vei Qian Duoer reluctantly agrees.
Slacking off is not his intention, but he knows he can't be of much help.
Ensuring Vei Qian Duoer is at a safe distance, Jiang Han activates War Stomp, riding on the Blue Scale Beast to swiftly approach, stomping the Blaze Butterfly to the ground with a single foot. The resulting shockwave attracts all the small monsters within a hundred meters.
-1,476,210!
One foot reduces the Blaze Butterfly's health by one-third.
Then, Jiang Han uses Sword Breaks Eight Ways, creating eight shadows to confront the enemy. Unfortunately, the shadows are not controllable; otherwise, he would want all the shadows to attack one Blaze Butterfly.
However, the demands on an A-level skill shouldn't be too high. While the other Blaze Butterflies are restrained, Jiang Han quickly activates Annihilation Slash and Grasp of the Living, combining control with damage output. He then uses Starburst to empower a Bone-Breaking Strike, striking down fiercely.
"Sizzle..."
One wing of the Blaze Butterfly is severed, losing its ability to fly, and its combat power sharply decreases.
However, just as Jiang Han is about to kill it, the wings behind it emit a rich red light, and its whole body expands before exploding.
"Boom!"
In the explosion, flames roar, forming a pillar of fire enveloping Jiang Han.
"So, the meaning of 'die together with enemies' in the introduction is self-detonation!" Vei Qian Duoer shouts, "Watch out, Jiang Han Water!"
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Your teammate [Harbinger of Ruin · Jiang Han Water] was hit by the Blaze Butterfly's Wings of Fire, losing 12 health points!
Vei Qian Duoer: "..."
Lost twelve health points?
Ssss!
Too dangerous!