Chapter 458: Chapter 464: Commencing the Challenge

The initial plan was to farm the BOSS.

It turned out that this BOSS had become sentient.

No one envisioned such a turn of events.

This trip lost a key BOSS, thus reducing the loot significantly. But the benefit is the opportunity to recruit a powerful subordinate!

The personal value of Red Flame cannot be compared to several pieces of blue equipment or several blue Skill Stones.

His own strength is no less than any Great Lord, not to mention he also possesses the Warlord inheritance. If he truly joins willingly, he would be more valuable than an ordinary purple item!

Hang Yu believed that the success rate of recruiting such a figure was quite high, especially since the opponent’s Spirit Realm age was not even a year old and had never left this place before. Such individuals are comparatively easier to control.

Hang Yu spoke directly, "We’re planning to attack the palace next; you should be able to contribute something."

"You actually want to challenge the Red Sand Demon King? That’s impossible!" Upon hearing Hang Yu’s words, Red Flame’s face changed, "It’s too strong, the only being in this place that must not be provoked!"

Red Flame had evidently entered before. But upon sensing the Demon King’s might, he never again entertained any thoughts of challenging the opposition. He didn’t expect this group of outsiders to have come here for the sole purpose of facing this most terrifying being.

Hang Yu said, "Since we are here, of course, we are prepared. Just follow my lead!"

Speaking of which.

The rest of the troop had arrived mightily.

Red Flame was stunned when he saw a human army of two or three thousand appear on the Molten Rock Plain.

It turned out that these few people were merely the vanguard, with a troop following behind them!

This explained why they dared to challenge the Red Sand Demon King. The soldiers they brought were not from the Red Sand Race, so they didn’t have to worry about being countered by the Red Sand Demon King. They might really have a chance to defeat it!

Hang Yu said to Red Flame, "I don’t need you to participate in the battle; your task is merely to scatter all the Red Sand Race around the palace, impede interference from the rear during the battle, and create a better combat environment for us, understood?"

Red Flame is the second major BOSS.

His authority is actually quite high.

However, if the orders contradict the will of the Red Sand Demon King, the monsters will undoubtedly prioritize executing the orders of the number one BOSS, so having Red Flame directly rally the Red Sand Race on the plain to attack the Red Sand Demon King is impossible.

Even.

Even Red Flame himself.

He would be suppressed when facing the Red Sand Demon King.

Furthermore, as members of the same species, mutual slaughter would lead to a curse, where the deeper the Blood Spirit Curse accumulated, the harder it is to shake off, which would be a big trouble for Red Flame.

Moreover, one crucial reason is that Hang Yu can’t fully trust Red Flame for now. What if this guy rebels at the critical moment of the battle? The capriciousness of intelligent species should not be underestimated. Considering all these factors, it is best to keep him sealed, away from the battlefield, with a few people guarding him, to be more prudent.

Time is precious!

Act immediately!

Er Gou himself and Hang Xiaobai remained to guard Red Flame.

Although the two have decent strength, the target this time is the Red Sand Demon King. Er Gou’s attack capability is not very high, and Hang Xiaobai’s skills are mainly supportive, effective against Lord Monsters and Overlord Monsters.

But this time.

The opponent is King Level.

Er Gou’s attack is almost like scratching an itch.

Bai’s skills also fail to produce any effect.

Therefore, instead of having them accompany, it’s better for them to stay and guard Red Flame. With them stationed at the rear, Hang Yu can be somewhat more assured.

Under Red Flame’s command.

The Red Sand Race roaming near the black palace departed.

This saved Hang Yu a fair amount of time in opening the path.

Red Flame told the group, "I’ve temporarily withdrawn all those I could, but there’s still a large number of Red Sand Race inside the palace. These Red Sand Race are directly controlled by the Red Sand Demon King, and I can’t lead them away."

Hang Yu nodded, acknowledging this explanation.

He proceeded to say, "Once we charge in, we’ll undoubtedly face fierce resistance, so we must divide into two teams for action."

Xu Tianhua asked, "How do you plan to divide them?"

Hang Yu said, "The first battle team doesn’t need to be large; a few dozen elites will be enough. Our task is to challenge the Red Sand Demon King; ignore everything else, for it’s incredibly strong, and we must remain focused."

He continued, "The second battle team will comprise everyone else. Upon entering the palace, we will face intense resistance, and your task is to clear out the monsters. If there’s manpower available, support the first team."

Next.

Hang Yu laid out more detailed divisions.

The first battle team is divided into four groups.

The six masters of Azure Dragon form the main combat group.

The three leaders of the Spirit Sword Bureau, along with seven others, form the second support group.

The remaining ten members who mainly specialize in healing, dispersing, restraining, and protective skills are not particularly strong, forming the third group as a pure support team, dedicated to assistance.

The second battle team also underwent division.

More than two thousand soldiers were divided into several parts. 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆𝙬𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝒎

Small groups of four to five were paired with dozens of soldiers.

This way, the team is composed of multiple combat units, making them extremely agile, capable of swiftly adapting to changes.

Though the Red Sand Demon King is in a weakened state, as it’s the first battle with a King level being, no one dared to be careless, hence they all seemed somewhat tense!

"All teams have been reorganized!"

"All combat teams are prepared!"

"We can move at any time; please issue the order!"

Several subordinates quickly came to report the situation.

Hang Yu nodded and took out an item, handing it to Zhao Ming.

When Zhao Ming saw it, he was shocked: "Purple item? Isn’t this the Heart of the Fire Element King!"

"That’s right, borrowing it temporarily; you’ll find it useful soon." Hang Yu said, "Although you’re wearing the Ancient Holy War Set and wielding a blue-quality Giant Shield, along with Prison Beast series jewelry, it’s still insufficient to withstand the fierce attacks of the Red Sand Demon King. With the Heart of the Fire Element King added, it’ll be just right!"

Old Zhao’s task is heavy.

In the whole team, the only one capable of withstanding the King Monster is likely only Zhao Ming, who possesses innate defense skills!

Zhao Ming not only has Divine Steel Armor but also more than five legacy defense skills. His entire equipment is +Constitution, +Life Energy, sacrificing powerful offensive capability and resolutely choosing a defense route.

It can be said.

In terms of defense alone.

Zhao Ming outdoes Hang Yu by two miles!

Yet even at his current level, it’s still difficult to resist the King Monster.

Hang Yu doesn’t have such strong defense gear, hasn’t practiced defense skills intentionally, and relying merely on a Heart of the Fire Element King won’t suffice to fend off the Red Sand Demon King’s attack. After contemplating, it’s better to concentrate resources on one person, thereby elevating the defense to the extreme limit.

Zhao Ming did not hesitate.

He accepted the Heart of the Elemental King.

Upon possessing the Heart of the Elemental King.

Zhao Ming felt completely confident in defending against a King level monster primarily attacking with Fire Attribute!

Hang Yu nodded to Xu Tianhua.

Xu Tianhua turned back and uttered in a low voice, "Begin the assault!"

More than two thousand soldiers from Sand Spring City, led by hundreds of humans, rushed towards the giant beast lying on the ground, like a big mouth waiting for food to enter.