The golden light from the summoning scroll swirled in the air before Zhao, its brilliance casting fleeting shadows across the weathered wooden walls of the hut. The two moons outside peeked through the small, cracked window, their pale light mingling with the scroll's glow. The air buzzed with subtle energy, a faint hum that Zhao could feel in his bones as the light condensed, forming the silhouette of a tall human figure with a spear gripped firmly in its hand. The figure solidified, revealing a man with bronze-toned skin that shimmered faintly, clad in intricate Armor etched with runes that pulsed with a golden hue. His presence was commanding, filling the small space with an aura of raw power and unyielding strength. Zhao's heart quickened, anticipation and curiosity surging through him as he watched the summon take shape.
(You have got a Spearman)
(Ding… Million Times System activated)
(Ding… You have got SSS-rank class Unique subject)
(You have got SSS-class "The Eternal Sovereign of Spear")
The system's mechanical voice rang out, sharp and clear, each announcement hitting Zhao like a jolt of electricity. His breath caught in his throat, his eyes widening as the notifications continued, piling one revelation atop another with relentless precision.
(Congratulations… You are the first lord to get a Unique Subject)
(Reputation +100)
(All your subjects will have a starting loyalty of 60)
(You have got the Active Skill "Summon Resonance" which increases all summoned subjects' stats by 10% for 30 seconds, cooldown 5 minutes)
(Congratulations… You are the first lord to get an SSS-rank class subject)
(All your subjects will have a starting loyalty of 80)
(EXP required for rank up -30%)
(You have got the Passive Skill "Aura of Command" which boosts subject morale and efficiency by 20%)
(You have got the title: "First of the Elite")
| First of the Elite |
(Passive Skill "Lord's Insight" – Reveals hidden stats of subjects and enemies)
(All your subjects no matter of class can fight)
Zhao stood there, a grin spreading across his face as the notifications flooded his vision. He had been surprised so many times since arriving in Central Land—by the red fog, the teleportation, his EX-grade talent—that he'd thought he'd grown immune to shock. Yet here he was, once again caught off guard, his mind buzzing with excitement and disbelief. The Million Times Multiplier System had taken a basic spearman and transformed it into an SSS-rank Unique subject, a being of unparalleled power, and now it was showering him with achievements and skills. The new skills—Summon Resonance, Aura of Command, and Lord's Insight—promised to enhance his growing army and his ability to lead them. He took a deep breath, steadying himself, and focused his thoughts, willing the system to display the details of his new summon. A translucent screen materialized before him, its edges shimmering with a faint golden light.
|Subject Overview|
Name: Acel
Title: Unique, Sovereign of Spear, Walking Legend
Age: 37
Rank: Legendary 3-Star
Class: The Eternal Sovereign of Spear (SSS)
Territory: Unnamed
Loyalty: Max [S-rank and above classes will have max loyalty. They won't decrease.]
Race: Human
Skills: Spear Mastery (SSS), Legends Haki (SSS), Upper Thrust (S), Space Lock (SS), Force Throw (S), Super Sense (SS), Spear Throw (A), Dimensional Slash (SS), Aura Burst (S), Spear Barrage (S), …
The screen expanded further, detailing Acel's titles and their bonuses, and Zhao's jaw dropped as he read through them, each line more impressive than the last.
|Unique|
You are the only one with your class.
Passive Skill: Progenitor's Will
All attacks imbued with Aura
|Sovereign of Spear|
No one can defeat you with a spear. You are the undefeated spear king.
Passive Skill: One with Spear
Critical chance +30%
Active Skill: Aura Control
|Walking Legend|
You have reached the Legendary rank.
Reputation +1000
Diplomacy +50%
Active Skill: Fly
Zhao's eyes widened at the Legendary 3-Star rank and the expanded skill list. Dimensional Slash could cut through space, Aura Burst unleashed explosive energy, and Spear Barrage allowed rapid, multi-target attacks. This was no ordinary subject—it was a warrior of myth, a force of nature now bound to his will. Acel stepped forward, his movements fluid and precise, and dropped to one knee, bowing his head. "My liege," he said, his voice deep and resonant, carrying a weight that seemed to echo through the hut.
Zhao swallowed, momentarily at a loss for words. He wasn't used to this—being addressed as a lord, having a being of such power kneel before him. But he quickly gathered his courage, straightening his posture. "Stand up," he said, his voice steadier than he felt. "It's time we check our territory."
Acel nodded and rose, his armor clinking softly. Zhao opened the Territory Management panel, the screen appearing with a faint hum.
|Territory Management|
Name: Unnamed
Territory Level: Black Iron 1-star
Area: 1km x 1km
Population: 1/20
Warehouse: Not built
Buildings: Lord's House (Black Iron 1-star)
Blueprint: Residential Building, Warehouse, Well, Watchtower, Resource Mill
Resources: 0 stone, 0 wood, 0 leather
Requirements for Territory Upgrade: 10 stone, 20 wood, 10 leather, 2 residential buildings, population reach 5
Zhao studied the panel, noting the new blueprints and features unlocked by his achievements. The Watchtower and Resource Mill could bolster defense and production, while Territory Aura and Lord's Beacon would aid in gathering resources and expanding his influence. The requirements for an upgrade were modest but challenging for a lone lord with no resources or subjects beyond Acel. He turned to the towering warrior, a plan forming in his mind.
"Acel," Zhao said, his voice firm, "can you collect the required leather?"
Acel nodded, a gesture both simple and resolute, and activated his Fly skill, rising into the air with a faint shimmer of energy. He glided toward the translucent dome surrounding the territory, passing through it effortlessly, and disappeared into the forest beyond. Zhao watched, impressed by the warrior's speed and grace, a testament to his Legendary rank.
With Acel gone, Zhao turned his attention to his inventory, selecting nine more summoning scrolls. He tossed them into the air, and they burst into streams of golden light, splitting into two groups. One condensed into five elegant women with flowing robes, each equipped with a bow and a quiver of arrows that shimmered with elemental energy. The other formed into four rugged, muscular workers, their clothes worn and patched, their hands calloused from labour.
(Ding… Million Times System activated)
(You have summoned SSS-rank Elemental Archers' Squad)
(You have summoned 4 Battle-Hardened Workers)
(Congratulations, you are the 1st lord to summon an SSS-rank squad)
(Reputation increased by 500)
(You get the building Elemental Training Centre)
(Loyalty of subjects increased by 10)
(You get the skill, Platoon Commander – Increases squad coordination by 15%)
(You have unlocked the title: "Squadron Leader")
|Squadron leader|
Soldier under you will have their morale raised by 30%
Their movement speed increased by 50%
Stamina enhanced by +20%
Your soldiers will never betray
(You have unlocked the title: "Workforce Foundation")
| Workforce Foundation |
(Passive Skill "Labor Efficiency" – Increases worker productivity by 25%)
Zhao smirked, the cascade of rewards no longer fazing him. He checked one of the archers' details.
|Subject Overview|
Name: Rita
Title: Platoon Commander, Elemental
Age: 25
Rank: Diamond 2-Star
Class: Elemental Archer (SSS)
Territory: Unnamed
Loyalty: Max [S-rank and above classes will have max loyalty. They won't decrease.]
Race: Elf
Skills: Shot Fire (S), Rapid Fire (S), Phoenix Arrow (SSS), Azure Dragon Shot (SSS), White Tiger Shot (SSS), Elemental Unity (SSS), Long Sight (A), Elemental Barrage (SS), Wind Volley (S), …
Zhao's eyes widened as he read through Rita's stats, his mind racing to process the information. Diamond 2-Star—a rank far above his own, yet still below Acel's Legendary 3-Star. The squad knelt before him, their voices soft and melodic as they spoke in unison, "We serve, my lord." Zhao nodded, his mind already calculating how to utilize their skills, when a sudden flash of light caught his attention. Near the hut, the ground trembled slightly, and a structure began to emerge from the earth, its form coalescing into a sleek, elegant building with arched windows and walls that shimmered with elemental energy. He focused on it, and a window appeared.
|Elemental Training Centre|
Allows you to train Elemental Archers. They can live in the dimensional space in the building.
Training Requirement: Elf, 100 leather, Azure Feather, Elemental Stone
New Feature: Elemental Well – Increases archer training speed by 15%
New Feature: Archer's Quarters – Reduces training resource cost by 10%
Zhao frowned at the unfamiliar requirements but was interrupted as the area darkened. Acel descended, holding over 100 beast corpses in an energy net. "Acel pays respect to the lord," he said, bowing. Golden light streamed from the beasts into Zhao, and he felt a surge of energy.
(You have ranked up to Black Iron 2-star)
(As the lord, you get 1% of EXP of the monsters your subjects kill)
"Even 1% from that many kills were enough," Zhao muttered. He appraised the beasts:
Hard Armoured Lizard 34
Poison Slug 21
Sand Turtle 56
…
Over 100 in total. "Truly worthy of Legendary grade," Zhao said, impressed by Acel's efficiency. He stepped closer to the pile, ready to test his talent, "Plunder," and its loot-multiplying power.