Chapter 101 The Rise of Giants

The Magnification and Reduction Mirror, a world prop of terrifying power, had an enduring effect—once an object was altered, its size would remain permanently changed unless the mirror's power was invoked once more to reverse the process.

This unique characteristic meant that the giant kingdom's ruler, through the use of this mirror, had the ability to create giants, each one of them massive and formidable, and to alter the size of creatures and objects alike. Over the centuries, this world prop had shaped the kingdom's very existence. The giants, born of ordinary human stock, had grown to become the terrifying force they were today.

But the power of the mirror was not without its limitations. The Lord of the Giant Kingdom had mastered the mirror, but his strength was not sufficient to unlock its full potential. While he could magnify objects by a factor of ten, or reduce them similarly, the power he wielded paled in comparison to what could have been achieved with a stronger wielder.

Had the Lord been able to amplify the size of an army a hundred or a thousand times, the world would have trembled before him. But as it stood, his strength, while immense, was not quite enough to push the mirror to its maximum potential. Nevertheless, the giant kingdom had been forged in the image of the mirror's power, and the giants themselves had become an unstoppable force, sweeping aside any who dared to challenge them.

The mirror's influence extended far beyond mere size. It had distorted the very fabric of reality, violating common sense and reshaping the kingdom's very existence. Its effects were unexplainable, an enigma that defied logic and understanding.

But despite the mirror's might, the giant kingdom's ruler was not invincible. A distant lesson from the Thunder Kingdom still echoed in his mind, reminding him of the dangers that lurked even against such overwhelming power. The Thunder Kingdom had shown that even with such immense strength, there were forces that could strike from afar, such as the Thunder God's Hammer, which had wreaked havoc from a distance, leaving the giant kingdom powerless to respond.

Yet the Lord of the Giant Kingdom did not shrink from the challenge. The excitement in his court was palpable as they discussed the opportunity presented by the Tang Kingdom's rumored discovery: divine rice, a crop of massive proportions that could sustain the entire giant population. For a kingdom whose people were always on the edge of starvation, this grain was a beacon of hope, and the giants were eager to seize it.

"The Tang Kingdom's divine rice may be the answer to our hunger," one warrior said, his eyes alight with anticipation. "If we seize it, we'll have enough to feed our people for years!"

Another warrior, equally eager, added, "But there's more to it. If we can get the seeds, we can grow our own divine rice and solve our food crisis once and for all!"

Their excitement was not misplaced. The kingdom's vast size made it impossible to feed their people without relying on constant expansion and plunder. Even with their terrifying strength, starvation loomed as a constant threat. Yet this divine rice could change everything.

"Don't be foolish," warned a more cautious giant warrior, his voice steady and calm. "The Tang Kingdom may seem like an easy target, but we must remember the power they wield. This is no simple kingdom. They have a world prop capable of summoning meteorites—a power that destroyed the Thunder Kingdom in a single blow."

The tension in the air grew thick as more warriors voiced their eagerness to launch an attack. "We must strike now, before they master their world props," one giant said, his voice full of conviction. "We have a chance to crush them before they become too powerful!"

The Lord of the Giant Kingdom, sensing the boiling blood of his people, rose to his feet. The atmosphere shifted as his immense presence filled the room. "You are right," he said, his voice like a thunderclap. "This is our opportunity, but we must strike decisively. If we attack, we must leave nothing to chance. We will not merely plunder—we will obliterate them."

The warriors roared in agreement, their bloodthirsty cries echoing through the palace. Their resolve was clear: they would not be content with mere conquest; they would leave no room for the Tang Kingdom to recover.

"Our giant kingdom must become an empire," the Lord declared, his eyes burning with determination. "We will crush the Tang Kingdom, seize their divine rice, and secure our place as the undisputed rulers of this land."