Chapter 436: The Faith Disguise of [Molten Believer], Subjugation, Entering the Molten World |
"The biggest problem now is that the [Recruit Training Camp] covers a huge area. Although we can guarantee the current basic temperature by relying on the coal supplied from Dead Mine Town, that's only for the current temperature..."
Carmen looked at Yu Yuan and said:
"Leader, the outside temperature has already dropped to more than thirty degrees below zero. The temperature in our underground training ground, even with enough stoves providing heat, can only raise the indoor temperature to around seven or eight degrees above zero..."
"And when the low temperature exceeds sixty or seventy degrees below zero, even if we have enough fuel, both coal and wood will freeze. Even if we light bonfires, there will be an extreme problem of uneven heat distribution. Under these conditions..."
Upon hearing this, Yu Yuan immediately understood.
Right!
This is only the second stage of the Endless Cold Wave. When the third stage arrives, the lowest temperature will reach -98°C. At this ultra-low temperature, the thermal insulation facilities of the [New Army Training Camp] building are simply insufficient to retain heat.
At that time, even with enough stoves, the indoor temperature will likely be extremely cold.
At that point, forget about training, even survival would be a struggle.
This thought arose in Yu Yuan's mind.
However, Yu Yuan soon thought of the volcanic molten world where the Molten Kobolds were located.
His eyes lit up.
According to Black Domain's account, the environmental temperature of that world was very high, and their location was a massive volcanic mine.
The environment there was indeed quite harsh, but it also had abundant molten ore. This molten ore was similar to metal deposits, continuously radiating heat outward.
It was excellent material for obtaining thermal energy. With enough molten ore, perhaps this crisis could be solved.
"The supplies from the Black Domain Shelter are also due to be retrieved."
Having made up his mind, Yu Yuan reassured Carmen and headed to the Aurora Animal Assistance Association.
Miller and Jiu Feng had been researching the [Wendigo's Blood Crystal] these past few days.
After several days of continuous testing, they had indeed made some new discoveries.
The [Wendigo's Blood Crystal], as a remnant item from the Wendigo's body, also possessed its mental corruption effect.
Although the corruption effect was very slight, it was continuously affecting the mental worlds of surrounding life.
Yu Yuan had been coming here every day these past few days, partly to check on the research progress, and partly to provide mental treatment and remove contamination for those members who had suffered mental corruption due to the influence of the [Wendigo's Blood Crystal].
Benefiting from Yu Yuan's support, the researchers, working without worries or distractions, had indeed found some information about the Wendigo.
"High-temperature environment... Molten Demon?"
Yu Yuan looked at Miller.
"That's right, Master. According to the latest research, the Wendigo's genes accelerate their collapse in high-temperature environments. The higher the temperature, the faster the collapse speed."
Miller switched to a few genetic research images.
"We also got inspiration from the Molten Kobolds, and the results have indeed proven effective."
"As for the Molten Demon not countering the Wendigo, to be precise, it should be that the two are naturally countering each other. When the Wendigo's genes face the Molten Kobold genes, both sets of genes show significant changes."
"The changes occurred precisely in the part belonging to the Molten Demon's special enzyme system, and a part of the Wendigo's special enzyme system also showed changes."
Hearing this, Yu Yuan understood.
This was caused by the natural opposition of ice and fire, high temperature and extreme cold, magma and frost.
Frost can extinguish magma, and magma can melt frost.
It depends on whose power is stronger.
Although they both belong to the demon race, they cannot avoid this natural enmity.
Yu Yuan rubbed his temples.
"If that's the case, we must visit the Molten Kobold world as soon as possible."
"But that world not only has threats, toxic gases are also a major problem. The Pioneering Group simply cannot enter..."
After thinking for a moment, Yu Yuan looked at Miller.
"How are those few Bronze-tier Kobolds doing?"
Miller immediately replied.
"Their condition is acceptable. The temperature in their area is as high as 40 degrees Celsius. Although it's still lower than their survival temperature, it's very close. They can barely survive without issue.
In a while, once the research on the Molten Kobolds is complete, we can dispose of them. After all, the energy consumed to maintain their survival is not insignificant."
Yu Yuan nodded, having an idea, and said, "Let's go, take me to see them."
Just before entering the Containment Area holding the Molten Kobolds, Yu Yuan activated the effect of the title ["Pious" Believer] and entered the faith disguise state of [Molten Believer].
His soul wavelength changed.
As a result, the moment he completed the faith disguise, Yu Yuan sensed seven 'molten' auras.
Six 'molten' auras were right in the Molten Kobold Containment Area in front of him.
The other 'molten' aura was in a Containment Area in another direction.
Yu Yuan knew that was where the [Ascetics] were imprisoned.
"It worked!" Yu Yuan's eyes lit up.
In his perception, those seven 'molten' auras were impure and chaotic, none could compare to the 'molten' aura he was disguising.
Especially the Ascetics' 'molten' aura; it was not only weak but also carried emotions of fear and panic.
In comparison, the Molten Kobolds seemed much more excited.
The facts also proved Yu Yuan's perception.
When he pushed open the door of the Containment Room and appeared before those six Molten Kobolds.
All six Bronze-tier Molten Kobolds lowered their heads, prostrated themselves on the ground, and assumed a posture of submission.
Through the faith disguise of 'Molten Believer', Yu Yuan could perceive that the submission of these six Kobolds came from the heart, even somewhat eagerly.
The Molten Kobolds' submission was so simple and pure.
"It's actually this simple!"
Even Yu Yuan found it somewhat unbelievable.
The 'gold content' of the 'Molten Believer' disguise seemed far higher than he had imagined!
Regardless, successfully subduing six Bronze-tier Molten Kobolds made Yu Yuan's plan proceed with unexpectedly smoothness.
Next, Yu Yuan directly followed the same pattern and successfully subdued the [Ascetics] as well.
They had no doubt about Yu Yuan's identity, even though Yu Yuan looked human.
With these seven Bronze-tier enforcers, Yu Yuan didn't plan to stay any longer. He wanted to go to the Molten Kobold world as soon as possible.
He placed the Molten Kobolds and Ascetics into the Loser's Cube.
After informing Carmen, Alpha, and Mona.
He then spent five hundred thousand survival points, activated the [Expansionism] Civilization Focus, and entered the Molten Kobold world.
When Yu Yuan, wearing a gas mask, opened his eyes.
What he saw was...
In the distance, several volcanoes were spewing thick black smoke.
Magma rivers were everywhere on the gray-black earth, and from time to time, the ground would erupt with a burst of scorching white steam.
Charred trees stood like 'nails', rooted in the earth, with red-eyed crows perched here and there, sizing up this uninvited guest.
Even though he was mentally prepared, after feeling the high temperature of this world, Yu Yuan still found it somewhat unbearable.
The temperature here was at least fifty or sixty degrees Celsius.
He released the Molten Kobolds and Ascetics from the Loser's Cube.
Feeling the familiar environment, breathing air filled with ash and the smell of sulfur.
The Molten Kobolds made excited sounds.
The Ascetic, however, knelt on the ground, making a gesture of embracing the earth and sky with his hands.
He loved this environment, loved it very, very much. The cells in his body were leaping and cheering with joy.
After surveying the surrounding environment, Yu Yuan's gaze fell on the six Molten Kobolds.
"Go! Take me to your former territory!"
"Woof~ As you command, Master!"