Chapter Seventy-Nine: Awaiting Battle at Wolf Ridge

System Announcement: The Dominion Guild has challenged the Storm Guild. The guild war will take place tomorrow at eight in the evening.

What? A guild war? When did New World introduce this feature? How could he not have known?

Zhang Shan was puzzled; perhaps it was because previously there had only been his guild, but now with the emergence of a second guild, new game features had been unlocked.

He wasn’t worried about losing the fight.

It was laughable—so long as he had teammates to back him up, he could take on a hundred by himself. No matter how many hidden cards the Dominion Guild possessed, Zhang Shan had no fear.

He was simply curious about the format of the guild war.

Would it be a chaotic melee or an attack-and-defense scenario? Maybe New World would surprise them with something novel.

Zhang Shan prepared to open the guild section to see if there was any description of how guild wars would proceed.

Heavenly Dragon Slayer: Six-Bar Bodhisattva, come over here and let me kill you twice, or else you’ll never survive in New World again.

Hmm?

Seeing Heavenly Dragon Slayer shouting provocations in the world channel, Zhang Shan was a little surprised.

This guy had found himself a powerful backer and was suddenly emboldened. No, he had to satisfy this fellow’s desire.

Six-Bar Bodhisattva: Wild Wolf Slope in Dayang City, you’re welcome any time. If you don’t dare to come, you’re a coward.

After sending his reply, Zhang Shan immediately teleported back to the city.

He still had three skill points, so he went to the auction house to buy a Frenzy skill book, planning to learn Frenzy to level three.

Within six seconds, his attack speed would increase by thirty percent. Though he didn’t have enough skill points to max out Frenzy, a temporary thirty percent boost was still valuable.

Skill books were no longer as expensive as they were at the start, and Hunter skills were comparatively cheaper.

He bought the Frenzy skill book for seventy thousand gold coins, learned Frenzy to level three, teleported to the city gate, and set off once again toward Wild Wolf Slope.

As he ran, Zhang Shan scanned the various channels for information.

The world channel had already erupted thanks to Dominion’s challenge against Storm Guild, and Heavenly Dragon Slayer’s loud provocations had further ignited the conversation.

“Today’s a great day to spectate. Got my little stool ready—just a heartless bystander here.”

“My guild isn’t even established yet, and others are already hosting guild wars. Depressing.”

“Heavenly Dragon Slayer really has guts, daring to challenge the legendary artifact master.”

“Got himself a wealthy patron, of course he’s more daring now.”

“Anyone know the origins of Dominion Guild? If you do, spill the beans.”

“Those who should know already know. Those who shouldn’t, stop snooping, hehe.”

“Is Heavenly Dragon Slayer really challenging the artifact master?”

“Yes, it’s a hundred-on-one kind of challenge.”

“A hundred won’t be enough. Yesterday they had over two hundred, and still got beaten like dogs by the artifact master.”

“Damn, is the artifact master really that fierce?”

“Absolutely. I bet Heavenly Dragon Slayer is just talking big; he won’t dare set foot in Dayang City.”

“You never know—if he doesn’t dare, maybe East Sea Dragon King will.”

“Why worry about such things? Just sit back and enjoy the show. Folks in Dayang City, keep us updated with live coverage.”

Zhang Shan never considered whether Heavenly Dragon Slayer and company would dare to come; it didn’t matter.

If they showed up, he’d wipe them out; if not, it wouldn’t interfere with his leveling and monster farming.

His eyes set on Wild Wolf Slope, Zhang Shan pressed forward. Just then, Storm Blade contacted him:

“Six-Bar, do you need backup? Boss asked me to notify guild members outside to prepare for interception.”

“No need, I’m at Wild Wolf Slope. No matter how many they bring, it won’t help.”

“That’s true. The level thirty wolves are tough, and those with weaker gear probably can’t take even one, not to mention the countless wolves there.”

“How’s your dungeon run going?”

“Almost cleared the mobs. Haven’t seen the big boss yet.”

“Focus on your dungeon, don’t worry about me. If they really come, it’ll be their own funeral.”

“Alright, I’ll have someone keep an eye on the teleportation hall. If they show up, I’ll let you know immediately.”

“Thanks.”

Zhang Shan wasn’t afraid of their arrival. At worst, he’d lead a pack of wild wolves behind him—if they had the nerve, let them chase him.

Could they possibly ignore the level thirty wolves and attack him directly?

After less than twenty minutes of running, when he was still some distance from Wild Wolf Slope, Storm Blade contacted him again:

“Six-Bar, they’re really here—five or six hundred strong, led by East Sea Dragon King from Dominion.”

“Alright, got it.”

“Are you sure you don’t want backup? We have eight or nine hundred guild members outside; their gear might be a bit lacking, but numbers could overwhelm them.”

“Really, no need. You know my strength. If I can’t win, I’ll just run.”

“Six-Bar, you’re so sly—already planning to flee, hehe.”

“Running isn’t shameful.”

“Alright, as long as you know. I thought you might stubbornly insist on a frontal clash.”

“Only a fool would do that, hehe.”

Zhang Shan had long since settled on his strategy: he’d guard the entrance to Wild Wolf Slope like the wolf king boss did before.

He’d block the entrance, slaying anyone who entered singly. If dozens rushed in at once, he’d turn and flee.

With so many wild wolves, if East Sea Dragon King dared to chase him through the horde, he’d admit they were truly fierce.

“World live update: This is Dayang City. East Sea Dragon King has led a massive force to Dayang City, heading toward Wild Wolf Slope. Awaiting further coverage—world chat is so expensive.”

“Haha, the show’s begun. Too bad I’m not in Dayang City, otherwise I’d witness the artifact master’s prowess firsthand.”

“What prowess? Are you hoping to see the artifact master instantly defeated?”

“How could that happen? The artifact master is so strong, there’s no way he’d fall.”

“No matter how strong, he’s still just one man. Two fists can’t beat four hands.”

“But the artifact master isn’t alone—Storm Guild has a thousand members. Taking down Dominion shouldn’t be a problem.”

“World live update: This is Dayang City. Storm Leader is leading the team through the dungeon. Other guild members haven’t moved out. Awaiting the next reporter—world chat is outrageously pricey.”

“Is Storm Guild abandoning the artifact master?”

“That’s impossible. Where else would they find such a powerhouse? They’d treat him like a god, never let him go.”

“Then why aren’t the others mobilizing?”

“Who knows.”

“Maybe they think the artifact master can handle it solo?”

“One man against five or six hundred? That’s not just a master, that’s a real god. Is it possible?”

“Stop worrying and just enjoy the show.”

As Zhang Shan neared Wild Wolf Slope, Storm Blade called out:

“The guild, besides those in the dungeon, has fully assembled and is ready to head to Wild Wolf Slope for support.”

“Tell them not to follow too closely. New members’ gear is still lacking. Even if we win, too many would fall—not worth it. I can handle this.”

“Alright, I’ll have them keep their distance.”

“Wait for my signal before entering Wild Wolf Slope. I’ll take out a batch first.”

“You’re awesome.”