Lein stood in the midst of the void within the Divine Sky Realm, an infinite space filled with glimmers of light from distant stars.
In his hand, he held a small, seemingly ordinary black pouch that exuded a mysterious aura. The pouch was a gift from Hanes, who was also a guardian and had apologized to Lein during the great battle beyond the boundaries of the Divine Sky Realm, when the unification process of the cosmos was finally completed.
The gift from Hanes was no trivial matter—its contents were abundant, consisting of various rare items and valuable materials, all specifically prepared by Hanes to support the development of the newly emerged Realm.
With a gentle motion, Lein reached into the black pouch and pulled out a small chest.
(Level 250 Equipment Chest) :The chest radiated an extraordinary aura, designed specifically for Swordmasters who had reached Level 250. Its contents were alluring to anyone who laid eyes on it, inspiring both awe and greed.
Lein slowly turned the chest in his hands, his sharp and mesmerizing eyes scanning every detail.
The black material encasing the chest shimmered subtly like obsidian, reflecting light in a mysterious and captivating way. Purple lines flowed along the edges of the chest, resembling streams of living energy, pulsating faintly as if it had a life of its own.
"Even the chest itself is luxurious. What about its contents?" Lein muttered, his curiosity piqued.
The large gem on its top, shaped like a star crystal, emitted a deep and mesmerizing glow. This light was more than just a reflection—it seemed to hold a miniature world within, tempting anyone to unravel its secrets.
Intricate carvings on the chest's sides depicted epic battlefields and victories, emphasizing that this was no ordinary chest—it was a symbol of triumph.
Lein let out a soft sigh, a faint smile forming at the corner of his lips.
"Amazing... even its appearance alone is so grand," he murmured while admiring the chest in his hands. His fingers moved cautiously, tracing the purple lines decorating its surface.
The touch emitted a warm sensation, as if the chest held a life within, waiting to be unveiled.
"It's better to duplicate it first before opening," Lein said casually, his eyes glancing at the system panel floating before him.
A notification appeared, indicating that the cooldown for his Duplication ability had ended.
[Duplicate (Level 250 Equipment Chest) up to 10,000? Yes/No]
Without hesitation, Lein approved the command. Instantly, the space within his ring filled with thousands of identical chests. A subtle energy swirled around him, showcasing the extraordinary power of his ability.
"All right, let's open one," Lein said with clear excitement on his face. He reopened the chest panel in front of him, his fingers gliding through the air to select the available option.
[Open Chest (Level 250 Equipment Chest), are you sure? Yes/No]
"Yes," he answered succinctly, his tone confident.
Another notification popped up, followed by an intense burst of light from the chest that had just been opened.
[Successfully opened (Level 250 Equipment Chest), obtained:]
- Boots: Lightstride Greaves, Level 250
- Gloves: Luminous Grasp, Level 250
- Helmet: Radiant Crown, Level 250
- Armor: Sanctified Aegis, Level 250
- Weapon: Sword of Celestial Light, Level 250
Five items floated slowly in front of Lein, emerging from the now-empty chest. Each item was encased in a transparent energy bubble, shimmering beautifully like embryos surrounded by an aura of life. Each bubble emitted a golden-white glow, creating a stunning display in the void of the Divine Sky Realm.
Lein gazed at them in awe, his eyes tracing every detail of the items that appeared flawless. "Truly a ready-to-use equipment set," he commented, his tone filled with satisfaction.
The golden-white hue dominated the appearance of each item, giving an impression of elegance yet lightness for use. Boots with an aerodynamic design, a helmet adorned with glowing jewels, and a sword radiating a sharp aura—it all seemed crafted specifically for an epic battle.
"Let's see the attributes…" Lein whispered. He reached for one of the bubbles, the gloves at the edge of the row. As his hand touched the surface of the bubble, it felt warm before slowly dissolving. The item description immediately appeared before him, displayed clearly on the system panel:
(Gloves - Luminous Grasp)
- Attributes: STR 14K, RES 12K
- Ability: (Stellar Purge) With each attack, these gloves release stellar energy, forming a cosmic ring of light around the user. This ring deals 1,000% light damage to enemies within a 10-kilometer radius and removes all negative buffs from allies within the same range.
- (Additional Effect): Each enemy hit by the ring reduces all the user's active skill cooldowns by 1 second.
- Cooldown: None (passive effect).
Lein stared at the description of the gloves' attributes and abilities with sparkling eyes. The words felt like a dream—an extraordinary ability, passive effects with no cooldown, and impressive total attributes.
"INSANE!" he exclaimed inwardly, almost unable to believe what he was seeing. These gloves were not just ordinary equipment; they were a destructive tool designed for the battlefield.
"With every attack?" he murmured, frowning. It was hard to imagine the impact of a cosmic light ring with a 10-kilometer radius generated by ordinary strikes. Especially since the gloves' total attributes alone surpassed typical Level 30 rulers.
Lein's thoughts drifted momentarily, recalling his early days in the Divine Sky Realm. Back then, he only had equipment with attribute scales ranging from 1 to 5 at Level 10. Now, he stood at the pinnacle of power, holding a weapon far beyond what could have been imagined before.
Without hesitation, Lein slipped the gloves onto his hands. As soon as they touched his skin, the gloves lit up brightly, emitting a soft golden glow that enveloped his hands. A warm sensation coursed through his fingers, creating an indescribable feeling of comfort.
He stared at his glowing hands, the golden gloves seemingly fusing with him.
"Hahaha... so comfortable," he murmured, a satisfied smile gracing his face.
The gentle light surrounding his hands reflected dazzling shadows, giving him the aura of a sacred priest exuding undeniable majesty.
Lein grew even more curious after reading their attributes and abilities, so he casually used the gloves directly to experience their effects.
As the gloves integrated with his body, Lein indeed felt a significant surge in power. The previously muted golden glow now radiated brilliantly.
Lein's hands, now encased in the glowing golden gloves, resembled those of a priest bestowing holy blessings.
"Hahaha… incredibly comfortable," Lein said with a smile. He felt his hands enveloped in a soft pressure, bringing an unexplainable warmth.
He wanted to test the power of the gloves. His gaze turned toward an island visible in the distance. From where he stood, the island seemed small, but Lein knew it was merely an illusion of distance. The island, spanning 250 kilometers wide, was actually quite large.
[Stone Antlion Island]
- Estimated population: 1.2 million
After storing the other items into his spatial ring, Lein opened a portal to the island. A flash of blue light carried his body through dimensions, and in an instant, he stood on unfamiliar ground.