God-level Hero-Chapter 1110 - 1037: Epic Hero Delib’s Strike

Now, under the guidance of the Nasir Ancient Tree, Da Fei’s troops begin their advance towards the Old Mine Area. Perhaps sensing a change in situation, the previously inactive Demon Army garrison finally makes its move.

The next moment, the city gates fly open, and a large contingent of Hell Horses and Hellhounds swarms out. Then, Da Fei’s radar flashes red repeatedly; a mass of level 2 Demon Governors emerge from hidden mine entrances all around, and in an instant, Da Fei’s troops find themselves under attack from all directions!

Damn, this ambush formation isn’t solely relying on mechanisms!

The observer exclaims, "Lord City Lord, these are merely probing forces, they are no match for you!"

Da Fei quickly comes back to his senses. Indeed! These are just regular troops, especially the level 2 Demon Governors; their only value is to charge forward and self-destruct, but my main forces are airborne, no fear of their self-destruction!

Da Fei waves his hand: "Counterattack!"

The next moment, 250 Jungle Hunters unleash a volley of arrows, and over 40 Artillery Emperor Flame Chains are released, instantly engulfing the frontmost Demon Governors in a sea of fire!

With Da Fei’s high attack attribute, coupled with the Divine Punishment Crusade’s 50% damage bonus against Dark Creatures, as well as the Ranger’s Hate Strike bonus on demons, annihilating cannon fodder is effortless. However, even so, Da Fei notices some discordant messages among the floating damage figures on the screen: "Missed," "Dodged," "Deflected Damage"!

Indeed, although they are destined to be cannon fodder, the opposing forces are led by an Epic Hero of unknown Attack and Defense, fundamentally different from ordinary cannon fodder. At this moment, Da Fei realizes where his problem lies. Despite being at the Master Level in Arrow Skill, he has not learned any of the sub-skills, as he never felt the need to learn them.

But now, outnumbered by enemies, and with 5 Skill Points and 10 Skill Books rewarded by Makar, it is essential to learn them. So, Da Fei immediately takes out the Arrow Skill textbook and, with a shining stroke of golden light:

—System Prompt: You have spent a Skill Point to learn the sub-skill "Precision Aim," which increases the hit rate of long-range troops by 10%.

—System Prompt: You have spent a Skill Point to learn the sub-skill "Shooting Moving Targets," which boosts the damage and hit rate of long-range troops against moving enemies. The faster the enemy’s Move Speed, the more damage they take.

—You have spent a Skill Point to learn the sub-skill "Arrow Formation Coordination," where for every 100 members in your long-range troops, their Attack Speed increases by 1%, with a maximum attack speed bonus of 10%.

These three skills are the general sub-skills of Arrow Skill. Precision Aim needs no explanation. Shooting Moving Targets further increases deterrence against airborne foes. As for Arrow Formation Coordination, the 1% Attack Speed increment might seem trivial, but the goal of this skill is merely to outpace the enemy’s long-range troops, even if just slightly. Also, since Arrow Formation Coordination’s Attack Speed limit is 10%, players typically carry at least a thousand long-range troops in later stages.

However, Da Fei also has the hidden Dwarf Hero skill "Steel Legion" passed down by an elder brother in his final moments:

—Steel Legion: For every 100 members in the same tactical position, the troop’s Defense increases by 1%, damage increases by 1%, and for every point of Morale higher than the enemy’s, damage increases by 2%.

Both skills amplify per 100 members, and Arrow Formation Coordination serves to further enhance this skill’s power, so Da Fei should have learned it sooner. Besides, there’s Elemental Arrow, which requires Master-level Destruction Skill, and Enchanted Arrow, requiring Master-level Arcane, all of which Da Fei cannot learn yet.

After hurriedly learning these three sub-skills, Da Fei certainly feels there are fewer "Missed" messages appearing in the sea of fire. In short, since the main battlefield is already engaged and has attracted the enemy’s attention, Tamilia can proceed with her grand activities.

Da Fei thus decides not to wait to regroup with Tamilia and directly approves her request to continue excavating.

Tamilia solemnly declares, "Very well, my lord, let us seize victory amidst the chaos!"

And in the next moment, from the perspective of the Blood Eagle, a burst of steam erupts from the underground hall, quickly enveloping it in a mist that blinds visibility, accompanied by rumbling sounds echoing in the ears!

Come on, this is the thrilling moment! Let’s make a grand commotion on the main battlefield to further tie up the enemy effectively!

Da Fei immediately instructs, "Selvia, continue playing!"

"Roger that!"

In the ensuing moment, Selvia’s melodies and the Flower Demon’s piercing flute resound underground again. Though the effect of the sonic attack cannot be seen at a distance, in this proximate combat clash, the fear effect of Dragon Power begins to ripple through the enemy ranks! 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

The situation becomes instantly clear; the Spider Demon cannon fodder cannot leverage their numbers to suppress Da Fei, nor can Delib rely on sheer numbers to suppress the cannon fodder. If the stalemate continues, victory for Da Fei is inevitable.

Right at that moment, a row of Hell Race heroes mounted on Blood Armor Hell Horses appears at the city gate, causing Da Fei’s heart to skip a beat. Is this Delib’s Vice Hero team heading out for a full assault?

Then, there was another loud roar from the city gate. Behind the vice hero team, a gigantic Hell Three-headed Dog, covered in iron armor, leapt out, towing a massive trailer behind. On the trailer were two very uniquely designed flame cannons!

Da Fei was shocked on the spot. He recognized both the Three-headed Dog and the trailer, as he had one himself. It was the siege machine trailer he had captured in the Volcano Mountain of Divine Punishment City, with excellent mobility. But what’s with mounting two gigantic cannons the size of water tanks on the trailer? Self-propelled artillery?

This is too advanced and modernized! The reason there are two cannons is undoubtedly because the opponent’s War Machine Science is also at Grandmaster Level, enabling them to fire two cannons simultaneously! Although Da Fei was very confident in Nasir, upon seeing the terrifying artillery display of the opposition, Da Fei lost all confidence!

At this moment, the observer could not help but be moved: "As expected, it’s Delib. Now she’s blocked our retreat. Our army can either continue with the original plan to swiftly attack the Old Mine Area or fight her here and now! Since she has willingly left the protection of the city walls and watchtowers, and lost the threat of mechanisms, our forces do have the power to fight back."

Indeed, brother’s retreat was blocked! If brother had continued harassing from the main gate, even if she attacked out, brother could retreat and run away in place. That’s why she remained dormant. Now that brother moved towards the fork leading to the Old Mine Area, an escape was self-sabotaged, no wonder she struck so decisively! This Epic Hero is indeed extraordinary! If it weren’t for her numerous vice hero teams, brother would have directly dispatched the Angel Army for a devastating air strike!

Da Fei gritted his teeth and made a decisive decision: "Swiftly attack the Old Mine Area, and then when there is no escape, engage in a decisive battle!"

Thus, the Nasir Ancient Tree charged forward, opening the path by trampling everything ahead, while Delib’s Hellhound War Car, protected by the main force, chased wildly behind!

——Boom!!! Two loud explosions sounded, and two massive incendiary bombs, blazing like two suns, instantly illuminated the boundless darkness underground!

Da Fei dared not look, and with a grand gesture, commanded, "All Air Force, evade urgently!"

In an instant, the Angel Cannon Emperor Flower Demon Vine Demon Army whistled past the Ancient Tree Fortress, soaring high over it!

Boom boom!!! The two deafening booms behind made Da Fei’s team feel the earth-shuddering impact even while inside the fortress!

——System Prompt: Your 250 Jungle Hunter Unit soldiers were hit by artillery fire from enemy hero Delib and were completely wiped out!

——System Prompt: The Nasir Ancient Tree was hit by artillery fire from enemy hero Delib, Durability-4631!

The entire infantry was eradicated!

Ah-choo! Da Fei spat out a mouthful of saliva! Damn it, the infantry’s hard life and death is one thing, but with just a minor scathe from cannon fire, Nasir is heavily damaged. What sort of monster is this Delib’s cannon? She’s the real Human Cannon!

What to do now? In dripping sweat, Da Fei hurriedly switched over to Tamilia’s side, where a torrent was already surging from the underground, sweeping away all lava and fire elements without a trace, and the hall was visibly quaking, clearly at risk of collapsing!

Da Fei was once more bewildered - are both sides playing the role of loose cannons here?

Tamilia spoke again: "Lord City Lord, the water flow underground is unimaginably powerful. This hall, maybe even the entire Old Mine Area could collapse. I might not have time to retrieve the Holy Vine, but I can absorb the energy of the Holy Vine, just like when I ascended hero levels in Divine Punishment City. What do you think, my lord?"

——System Prompt: Tamilia requests to absorb the energy of the Holy Vine. Do you agree?

Damn it, agree! Hurry up, no need to seek approval for this kind of thing!

Tamilia responded excitedly: "Yes, my lord! I will certainly inherit the strength of the Holy Vine and continue to serve you!"

As she spoke, a sturdy Holy Vine burst forth from the water in the hall, heading straight for the ventilation shaft in the ceiling where Tamilia was hiding. Tamilia’s hands then emitted a blood-red glow as she embraced the vine. The next moment, Da Fei witnessed golden streamlines from the Holy Vine continually pouring into Tamilia’s body, while the vine itself visibly shrank rapidly.

Indeed, just like in Divine Punishment City where Hell’s Caravan was ambushed in the crater, those Holy Vines that devoured massive amounts of Hell Crows, Hell Demon Wolves, and Earth Dragon flesh were ultimately consumed by Tamilia on the spot because they couldn’t be taken away in time. They swiftly propelled Tamilia’s hero advancement. And since this Holy Vine is stronger than the five vines back then, all the better—let it further empower Tamilia.

Satisfied, Da Fei turned his attention back to the main battlefield. The issue at hand was not when to engage in a decisive battle, but whether escape was possible.

Anxiously, Nasir chuckled: "Rest assured, ever since Miss Deputy City Lord installed the Divine Artifact Earth Dragon Heart, I haven’t run at full speed; I feared that if I ran too fast, the opponent wouldn’t feel inclined to pursue. So, tell me, would you have me shake them off here? Or there? Or there?"

Damn it! Just say you’re worried! Da Fei waved his hand grandly: "Shake them off!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to vote for it on Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)