Alone and Infinite

4. Special Equipment/Belt: Does not occupy an equipment slot.

[Review: This belt effectively strengthens the wearer's body and is a coveted treasure for many men who desire a perfect physique.]

Li Xia picked up a pen, drew a circle on the [Qilin Belt], and smiled:

"That's it. My request is to remove the effect and attack that absorbs lightning attacks."

He wrote down his requirements:

"Focus on physical training and intensity!"

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1. Monthly pass 2. Recommendation vote

Chapter 170 The Entanglement of the Qilin: The Secrets of the World

Alvin took the list, gave Li Xia a strange look, and after thinking for a moment, couldn't help himself.

He leaned closer and whispered:

"You're losing out by choosing this, aren't you?"

His greasy, thick fingers tapped on the weapons and armor section, his eyes darting around.

Like a thief: "These are the truly valuable ones!"

Li Xia chuckled. Alvin was right; in terms of value alone, weapons and main armor were indeed more valuable than belts.

If the Dragon King's One Eye were on the list, he would definitely choose it without hesitation.

It's not on the list.

If it weren't for the special attribute that doesn't take up an equipment slot, the price of the [Qilin Belt] would probably be a quarter of that of weapons and armor.

The current value of the [Qilin Belt] is roughly two-thirds that of weapons and armor.

However, equipment selection should not be done in this way. In addition to value, the suitability of the equipment should also be considered.

The [Qilin Belt] increases the maximum physical strength and is effective before the fourth tier.

This attribute is much more important to me than to the other apostles, because the Eight-Nine Arcane Arts can also increase the physical limit.

Physical strength is hard to improve. It's okay if it's low, like going from 1 to 2. It's not difficult. You can always improve it by spending some effort.

However, it is difficult to advance from level 2 to level 3, and the physical strength that can be improved by using low-level drugs has great limitations, which is equivalent to limiting oneself.

Rather than improving physical strength, apostles prefer to use equipment; level 2 armor can easily provide a defense strength of 5 or even 6.

The best purple heavy armor can even reach a defense strength of 7, which is much easier than working yourself to death and spending resources to improve your physical strength.

Li Xia's gaze swept over the several heavy armors on the list; their defensive strength was indeed high, and their attributes were also quite good.

unfortunately

The focus was on the negative attributes of heavy armor.

Heavy Armor: Agility reduced by 20%, maximum speed reduced by 20%, Dexterity -2.

Most importantly, after upgrading, the equipment's effects are immediately reduced by 8%, unless you spend a lot of money to upgrade the equipment.

In conclusion, it was a losing proposition!

At the highest point of the mountain range, Li Xia slowly opened his eyes, and the flow of true qi within his body gradually slowed down.

After several hours of circulation, the True Qi value had recovered to 50%, and after being hit by a storm, the 30% of health lost was completely restored.

Such a terrifying recovery speed would leave warriors speechless and mages in tears.

Even with meditation, it would take a normal mage about 24 hours to fully restore their mana. Deep sleep would be more efficient at restoring mana, but even an apostle cannot remain in deep sleep indefinitely.

"Your Highness, Alvin was looking for you, but he went back after hearing that you were recuperating."

Awoo lazily lifted its head from Li Xia's shoulder. Its passive skill [Auspiciousness] is very useful, so it is usually used as an accessory when cultivating.

They can also take on roles like voicemail or assistant.

After Li Xia finishes his cultivation, he will relay the message.

"Is the equipment ready?"

Li Xia's heart stirred, and he stood up and casually asked.

"That's probably right. I reckon the Dragon Academy already has technological reserves in various areas, and improving physical strength is one of the most important aspects for hunters."

Awoo scratched its ear with its paw. It always saw Heitan scratching his chin, and after seeing it so often, it felt uncomfortable on its own, so it would want to scratch itself whenever it had nothing to do.

"The belt is a very simple piece of equipment, so it should be quick, right?"

Li Xia nodded silently, his body floating lightly as he flew towards the stronghold below.

In just a few hours, the entire base seemed to have changed completely.

The hunters' efficiency was astonishing; the main buildings of the branch camp, catering area, industrial area, rest area, and airship docking area had all been completely built.

The planting area was covered with a thick layer of soil, and the planting support staff were carefully sowing seeds into the soil.

Because Steel Dragon loves wind, the nest it chose is practically a wind tunnel, and it's also located high in the mountains.

Strong winds blow here year-round.

The Hunter's Guild immediately erected a tall windmill to draw water from the mountain's river, and even installed a mechanically powered 'elevator'.

"Where's the charcoal?"

Li Xia strolled through the outpost, watching the busy hunters, and seemed to sense a vibrant energy emanating from their enthusiastic enthusiasm.

Aowu pointed to the distance and said, "I heard that the general store has received a new batch of musical instruments. Also, the plant and animal researchers have cultivated brand new gunpowder grass and explosive bugs."

He paused slightly in his steps: "Yes, it's good to have your own hobbies."

The man and the dragon walked to the main camp of the branch stronghold. Alvin's loud voice could be heard from afar. As the deputy leader of the branch stronghold, he was a powerful figure.

He was practically frantic with work, so he just hurriedly handed him the box that the airship had brought, gave him an apologetic look, and then went back to his busy scheduling duties.

After finishing their shopping, Black Charcoal and Awoo poked their heads over together.

Li Xia didn't hesitate and opened it directly:

【The Entanglement of the Qilin】

[Grade: Dark Purple (Tier 2)]

[Origin: Monster Hunter - Dark Night Research Laboratory 2, Ryukiin Institute]

【Category: Special Category/Belt】

[Durability: 70/70]

[Equipment Requirements: Physical Strength ≥ 2]

1. Energy Storage Belt: Can absorb lightning-attribute attacks or electrical energy, with a maximum storage capacity of 2000 points.

2. Energy Release: You can freely choose to release stored energy to stimulate the body, with a range of 10 points/hour to 200 points/hour.

3. Lightning Tempering: When electrical energy is released, it continuously tempers the body, subtly increasing the upper limit of physical strength and lightning resistance.

4. Assisted Training: When electrical energy is released, physical training efficiency increases by 1%–15%.

Body Tempering Limit: Physical Strength < 6

Resistance cap: 120 points

5. Special Equipment/Belt: Does not occupy an equipment slot.

[Comment: Would any hunter really want equipment that's only good for training and has no effect in combat? —Dragon Academy Dark Night Investigation Team]

"Brilliant!"

Awoo used the interjection it had just learned to express its opinion on the equipment.

Black Charcoal nodded, echoing the same sentiment:

"Meow!"

That's really impressive. Li Xia didn't expect that Longli Academy could produce the equipment he wanted in such a short time.

With this change, the belt, which originally served as both offensive and defensive equipment, was transformed into a purely auxiliary item.

The upper limit for body tempering was originally ≤5, but now it has become <6.

The maximum resistance has also been increased by 20 points.

The term "assistance cultivation" has also been added.

It perfectly met Li Xia's needs. He reached out and picked up the belt. It was slightly cool to the touch, with a slightly tingling sensation.

The main material of this belt is the skin of a Qilin (a mythical creature), and the opening is carved with a Qilin head on the front.

The moment it was fastened to his waist, blue and white electric sparks began to flow along the belt.

Li Xia looked down and nodded in satisfaction. The Dragon Academy was quite meticulous, having filled the 2000 points.

He selected the lowest value of 10 points per hour, and bright electric sparks immediately shot up from his belt before disappearing into Li Xia's body.

Li Xia's body stiffened for a moment, all her muscles tensed, and then she slowly relaxed.

I carefully felt my body.

Hmm. I didn't feel anything special, but when the current first entered my body, there was a tingling sensation.

It's so faint now that you probably wouldn't even notice it if you didn't pay close attention.

Li Xia patted the charcoal-colored head and waved:

"Let's go, let's rest for a few more hours, and then we'll set off!"

"Ugh—Miasma-resistant pill. Dispel the Starry Night Fruit Jerky."

The observer fiddled with the supplies he had specially brought before leaving the outpost, and picked up a strange-looking mask.

Although hunters also use masks, the one in his hand was rather strange.

This gray mask has two cylindrical shapes that resemble pig noses.

The lining also features an extremely soft yet remarkably effective sealing ring.

"Partner—what is this?"

Unable to understand, Aibo simply picked up his mask and pointed it at Li Xia, who was sitting cross-legged in front of the airship.

"Gas masks are quite effective against toxic gases that don't have strong penetrating power."

This is a small gadget that every apostle always carries. It is made by the staff and is quite cheap because it is not considered equipment.

You can buy five items with 50 points, or get two free when you buy ten.

In addition, the apostles would always keep on hand items such as ultra-compressed oxygen cylinders. Based on some unknown black technology, these mineral water-sized bottles could provide oxygen for 24 hours under normal circumstances.

There are also more advanced breathing masks that fit on the face and can filter oxygen directly from water or other sources.

Gas mask?

Looking at the various medications in his hand that could remove abnormal conditions, the observer's eyes slowly widened.

"Partner, are we going to some place with highly poisonous gas?"

Li Xia nodded, and the prompt image given by the Hall of Light appeared before his eyes.

"The Valley of Miasma, at its lowest level."

The observer couldn't help but shudder at just seven words.

According to the records in the guild, the Valley of Miasma is the lowest level of the entire ecological balance of the New World.

The corpses of dragons and monsters piled up like mountains here, and after decomposition and fermentation, they formed extremely toxic miasma.

The dense miasma at the bottom of the valley is so intense that even dragons, which are extremely resistant to miasma, cannot tolerate it and can only spend a few hours a day in the miasma.

Even so, the few creatures that lived in the Valley of Miasma all turned into irrational and extremely violent monsters.

In other words, the Valley of Rotten Vale is a forbidden zone for hunters—no, a forbidden zone for most creatures!

Aibo took a few deep breaths, and the panic in his eyes gradually turned into determination.

What is a legend? It's simply daring to go to places that normal people can't reach and recording them.