Dark Armor
Scoff! The ethereal figure no longer hesitated, taking the initiative to launch an attack. A sword thrust towards Jiang Han, and the blade's sharp sound pierced through the air.
Witnessing this, Jiang Han initiated the War Domain, emanating a dense aura of killing intent that sent shivers down one's spine.
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: You've activated the skill [War Domain], boosting your attack by 20%, reducing Dark Swordsman Luo Yi's attack by 10%, lasting for three minutes!
"Oh!"
As the soul-form Luo Yi observed, a hint of astonishment flashed in his eyes. "Your techniques are quite formidable. I wonder how you acquired them..."
"I have an innate talent and comprehend them on my own," Jiang Han replied modestly without concealing anything.
Luo Yi: "..."
Comprehend on your own?
Do you really think I'll believe such nonsense?
In this back-and-forth, Jiang Han, undeterred, lifted his sword to block the ethereal figure's attacks. Then, he abruptly raised his right foot, smashing it into the figure's face with full force, suppressing it on the ground for one second.
Death Slash!
Grip of the Undead!
Rampage Slaughter!
-15247!
-16789!
-18954!
...
Facing the Dark Swordsman Luo Yi with the power of Dark Reincarnation, Jiang Han did not dare to be lax. He executed a series of continuous moves, causing the opponent's health to plummet by over a hundred thousand.
"Your equipment grade is not outstanding, and your passive skills involve only the art of slaughter combined with attacks. Yet, you manage to achieve an attack power exceeding two thousand. It's much stronger than I was in my prime. Your innate talent must be quite extraordinary, right?" Curiously observing the battle, Luo Yi made the remark.
"It's quite extraordinary indeed," Jiang Han replied with a righteous tone as he contended with the ethereal figure. "To revive the glory of the Dark Swordsman is our duty!"
Luo Yi: "..."
This lad possesses considerable strength, and his demeanor appears polite, but why do I always feel that his words are somewhat off-putting?
Is it just my imagination?
"Swoosh..."
When the ethereal figure's health dropped to 75%, it suddenly swung a sweeping attack towards Jiang Han, unleashing a purple-black sword qi that tore through space with a chilling edge.
Wind Guardian!
The range of the sword qi was larger and faster than anticipated, difficult to evade. Without hesitation, Jiang Han activated the life-saving skill attached to his ring.
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: Dark Swordsman Luo Yi used the skill [Dark Sword Blade], dealing 33430 damage to you!
This move was exceptionally brutal. Without the Wind Guardian reducing damage by 20% and the War Domain lowering the opponent's attack by 10%, his health would have dropped by over forty thousand, directly removing a quarter of it!
Quickly consuming a health potion, Jiang Han continued to engage the ethereal figure.
The ethereal figure only had four skills on its panel. Having experienced the Dark Sword Blade, Jiang Han assumed that Slaughter Sword Technique and Power of Death were passive. The only tricky part was Dark Reincarnation.
Time passed bit by bit.
Unavoidably, young Luo Yi's ethereal figure was indeed formidable, but Jiang Han never thought of confronting him head-on. Throughout the battle, he occasionally used blocking or creating distance tactics, waiting for the cooldown of Evil Tread to finish, then unleashing a combo.
50%!
30%!
...
The ethereal figure's health rapidly declined until it reached 25%. Suddenly, a strange black mist enveloped its body, and its strength steadily increased. A chill emanated from its surface, causing the temperature to drop sharply.
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: Dark Swordsman Luo Yi used the skill [Dark Reincarnation], boosting all attributes by 50%, lasting for five minutes, and lowering the level by 10 after use!
Squinting his eyes, Jiang Han scanned the surroundings and asked the soul-form of Luo Yi, "Is it considered a violation if I take advantage of the terrain?"
Terrain advantage?
Luo Yi was slightly taken aback, then nodded, "True battles have never been fair. If you can use the terrain, it's naturally your skill."
This statement could be considered an approval of Jiang Han's approach.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Han did not hesitate. He raised his hand to control the ethereal figure for 0.5 seconds with Grip of the Undead, then activated Evil Tread, rushing towards the direction of the third floor.
"Hmm?"
Witnessing this scene, Luo Yi was astonished. "Do you plan to wait for Dark Reincarnation to end? But Evil Tread only lasts for two seconds. You won't get far..."
The control effect of Grip of the Undead ended, and the ethereal figure immediately initiated pursuit.
On the third floor, the ethereal figure caught up with Jiang Han, approaching in a straight line.
On the second floor, Jiang Han was pursued and slashed, his health rapidly decreasing.
On the first floor...
There!
Jiang Han's eyes lit up. He quickly used Evil Tread to jump high, grabbing the broken ceiling with his arm, awkwardly leaving the Town God Tower and entering the Lava Mountains.
-500!
-500!
Under the scorching sun, the intense heat hit him, and Jiang Han's health was deducted. However, he didn't mind. He chugged a bottle of healing potion, gazing at the ethereal figure below. He was ready to deliver a sword strike when the figure jumped up, sending it back down.
"Swoosh!"
At a certain moment, the ethereal figure, attempting to jump out of the Town God Tower but struggling due to insufficient bouncing power, stepped on an area where Jiang Han had not stepped before, and patterns lit up.
Jiang Han's eyes brightened.
It's here! It's coming!
"Boom!"
Dazzling golden flames surged from below, engulfing the ethereal figure and instantly dealing over a hundred thousand damage.
"Flame Demon God, for making such a significant contribution to me, Jiang, you can rest in peace." In a jubilant mood, Jiang Han, despite being a member of the dark faction, mockingly made a cross gesture in front of the deceased demon.
Five minutes later...
Jiang Han leaped back into the Town God Tower, brandishing his sword towards the ethereal figure whose level had dropped by ten. With his superior attributes, he easily secured victory.
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: Congratulations on killing [Dark Swordsman Luo Yi] (Ethereal Form). You have gained rewards: Experience +1000000!
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: Congratulations on completing the quest [Challenge the Ethereal Form]. You can go to Dark Swordsman Luo Yi to claim your rewards!
"Swoosh!"
Golden light scattered.
The experience provided by the ethereal figure allowed Jiang Han to reach level 38.
Possibly due to being an ethereal figure, the boss did not drop any equipment. After meeting the quest conditions, Jiang Han quickly returned to the fourth floor of the Town God Tower and encountered the slightly strange-looking Luo Yi.
"You lad... indeed know how to use the terrain," Luo Yi commented.
Even though the ethereal figure utilized Dark
Reincarnation, Jiang Han still emerged victorious.
As for the method, there was not much to say. In battles, there was no such thing as honorable or dishonorable; there was only victory or defeat.
Jiang Han smiled, "I've completed the quest!"
"Rest assured, I will keep my promise," Luo Yi nodded.
"Ding!~"
System Prompt: Congratulations on completing the quest [Challenge the Ethereal Form]. You have gained rewards: Experience +500000, [Dark Armor] (Golden Tier)!
Hmm?
Just Golden Tier?
Jiang Han frowned slightly, opened his inventory, and saw a set of dark armor emitting a faint glow. The chestplate bore the engraving of a dragon, and sharp spikes adorned the sides of the shoulder guards, giving it a rather domineering appearance.
[Dark Armor] (Golden Tier)
Defense: 250-300
Health: 20000
Effect: Defense +30%
Additional Effect: Health +20%
Special Skill: [Domineering Presence]
Required Level: 35
Exclusive Class: Dark Swordsman
Special Effect: Indestructible, cannot be discarded
Introduction: A magical armor that accompanied the growth of the Dark Swordsman. It is rumored to have been crafted personally by the first generation Dark Swordsman using the reverse scale of a divine dragon and numerous precious ores. If it absorbs enough fresh blood, it will become increasingly powerful. However, if left without blood for an extended period, it will gradually weaken.
(Can grow)