037 Whoever stands in my way shall die!

The Lightwind Plateau was a place for leveling from twenty to twenty-five, and many players originally intended to grind their way up here. Yet, with the sudden appearance of the Blood Dragon, most small squads dared not train in this area anymore. The large guilds, though, were undaunted—they continued leveling as usual. In truth, even the big guilds feared the Blood Dragon, but they could not afford to let that fear show. For a grand guild to admit being cowed by a single Blood Dragon would be far too humiliating.

Compared to the Green Forest Valley, the Lightwind Plateau had few hidden spots. As long as the big guilds’ players remained vigilant and left no openings, it would be difficult for the Blood Dragon to succeed.

This time, the news of the ten major guilds joining forces with professional teams to deal with the Blood Dragon was known only to their upper echelons; it was not announced publicly. The previous failed encirclement was largely due to the Blood Dragon learning of their plan and never showing up. Having learned their lesson, the ten guilds now acted in secrecy and even enlisted professional players, hoping to resolve the Blood Dragon problem in one decisive move.

Statistics showed the Blood Dragon had a particular penchant for targeting the Divine War Guild, unleashing carnage with each ambush and escaping only at the very last moment. The ten guilds made the Divine War Guild the core of their plan to encircle the Blood Dragon, assembling the usual hundred players to level up in the area. This time, though, several professionals were hidden among them, and many elves, particularly rogues, lay concealed in stealth around the plateau.

Among the professionals embedded in the leveling group, five were from the God King Team, led by Falling Meteor. Their sole aim was the Blood Dragon’s Orichalcum Axe. Since his defeat by Dawn Breeze, Falling Meteor had been desperate for a weapon surpassing the Brotherhood Sword—and for now, only the Orichalcum Axe qualified.

“If I get my hands on the Orichalcum Axe, I’ll make that Duan Dawn Breeze die hundreds of times!” Falling Meteor had never been so humiliated since his rise to fame, and now, he was determined to reclaim his dignity. Otherwise, he could hardly call himself one of the eighteen star professionals.

“Bear, don’t get careless. The Blood Dragon is far more formidable than Dawn Breeze. We can only ambush him, never face him head-on.” Beside him, the priest named Sunset Radiance warned Falling Meteor not to engage the Blood Dragon directly. The Blood Dragon wielded the Orichalcum Axe; with its bloodthirsty strikes, he could kill cloth-wearing classes in one blow—and even armored classes like Falling Meteor could not withstand much.

“I know.” Falling Meteor replied, focusing on slaying monsters.

Meanwhile, Dawn Breeze, transformed into the Blood Dragon, was lurking nearby. As usual, he arrived at the Lightwind Plateau, surveying the surroundings. There seemed to be no ambush; Divine War Guild players were leveling as before. Yet, this time, hunters guarded all four directions, likely watching their mini-maps for any signs of approach.

Did they think such precautions could block him?

Even if they noticed him drawing near, so what? Dawn Breeze could still charge in swiftly, massacre, and then retreat. With the Blood Dragon’s resistances, they would find it nearly impossible to control him. Should they focus fire, Dawn Breeze would switch to defensive stance, gaining a 25% damage reduction, and with the passive effect of Iron Body, another 50% defense boost—more than formidable enough.

But after only a few steps, Dawn Breeze sensed something amiss. The air was thick with a stifling tension, unlike anything before. As an assassin, he was intimately familiar with this atmosphere—the unmistakable hint of an ambush, with many lying in wait for prey.

Annoyed, Dawn Breeze noticed a persistent player trying to add him as a friend, hundreds of times over, despite repeated refusals. Coupled with the strange ambiance and this odd fellow’s relentless attempts, Dawn Breeze knew something major was unfolding on the plateau—perhaps targeting him.

After transforming into the Blood Dragon, Dawn Breeze possessed a separate character, able to add others as friends, with no connection to his original account. The player named “Dragon Brother’s Exclusive Reporter” clearly had something to say. Out of respect for his perseverance, Dawn Breeze finally accepted, curious about what he had to share.

“Fate, thank you, Dragon Brother! You finally added me as a friend!” The reporter nearly wept, his tireless efforts at last rewarded by his idol’s acceptance.

“Skip the nonsense. Speak quickly.” Dawn Breeze was in no mood for chatter, eager to hear what the reporter had to say.

The reporter composed himself, overwhelmed by the honor, and said, “Dragon Brother, Divine War Guild and the ten major guilds are secretly encircling you, and this time they’ve brought professional players. Don’t show yourself!”

So it was as suspected—even professionals had joined in!

“Are you on the Lightwind Plateau?” Dawn Breeze realized the ten guilds needed a lesson. Last time, he hadn’t wanted trouble, but with professionals now involved, it was clear they coveted his Orichalcum Axe.

How dare they covet his belongings? He’d have to show them his true strength.

“I’m here, Dragon Brother! Just tell me what you need. I’m your exclusive reporter!” The reporter was nervous just to exchange a few words with the Blood Dragon; his account existed solely for Dawn Breeze. As a professional gossip reporter, boasting friendship with the Blood Dragon would make him the envy of the entire press. The hottest news in China’s gaming circles was the Blood Dragon, especially his Orichalcum Axe—a foreign tycoon had offered two million dollars for it.

“When I charge in later, record everything and upload it to the forum! Make the title flashy and domineering!” Zhang Tianyi couldn’t defeat him alone, so he brought the ten guilds and professionals—Dawn Breeze would show him the consequences. In his files, Zhang Tianyi, emboldened by his father’s position as municipal party secretary, acted with impunity; no one dared cross him. Even in the game, he made sure anyone who displeased him died and logged out.

This time, Dawn Breeze intended to displease Zhang Tianyi. No matter how many professionals he brought, Dawn Breeze would sweep through Divine War Guild as always. If Zhang Tianyi dreamed of establishing a dominant guild, Dawn Breeze would ensure it never happened, no matter how much money he spent.

“Alright, Dragon Brother!” The reporter was beside himself with excitement—recording a video for Dawn Breeze was his greatest wish. As the Blood Dragon’s number one fan, he’d do anything for him—even die—so filming was nothing.

Dawn Breeze instructed the reporter to approach the southern sentry, while he himself stood motionless in the north. As the reporter neared within three hundred yards, Dawn Breeze saw four hunters’ gazes shift toward him. They believed he was approaching, had signaled the others, and the professionals moved south as well.

Fifty yards!

Everyone was tense—once the Blood Dragon attacked, he would be instantly slain. The Blood Dragon, who had prevented Divine War Guild from monopolizing leveling since the game began, was finally about to meet his end.

Charge!

While everyone waited in the south for Dawn Breeze’s appearance, in the north the Blood Dragon suddenly accelerated, charging straight for the priests hidden at the rear.

Recklessness! (Critical hit chance increased by 50%)

Skull Battle Banner! (Critical hit damage increased by 20%)

Divine Descent! (Talent skill: Ignores all movement restrictions, damage increased by 20%, rage gained 50% faster)

Endless Rage! (Bloody Dragon Axe’s skill: Using skills costs no rage)

All ultimates unleashed, the Blood Dragon swung his Orichalcum Axe in a sweeping blow, instantly annihilating five cloth-wearing players. Even before, the Orichalcum Axe’s bloodthirsty strikes and normal attacks could kill in one hit; now, with all ultimates active, the carnage was even greater.

Rage Slash!

With Recklessness boosting critical hits, Dawn Breeze landed two crits and immediately gained two Rage Slash opportunities. A Holy Paladin was instantly slain by a single Rage Slash, which also triggered a critical hit, doing enough damage to kill the healer three times over.

Whirlwind Slash!

The Blood Dragon plunged into the midst, activating Whirlwind Slash—an area attack—instantly mowing down swathes of enemies, with Rage Slash swiftly following, killing the blocking warriors and tanks.

Immunity!

Loss!

Mages tried to slow him with Ice Arrows, but Divine Descent rendered it ineffective. Rogues, using Shadow Step for a surprise attack, failed to stun him. The Blood Dragon’s resistances were greatly boosted; controlling him required extraordinary hit rates.

Spinning Axe!

The Blood Dragon hurled two two-handed axes to either side, causing massive damage along their path. Cloth and leather-wearing classes were killed instantly, while armored classes held out briefly, only to die when the spinning axes returned.

Switch to defensive stance!

[Iron Body]: Extended skill. Your body is as hard as steel; you will not retreat even under a storm of attacks! Passive effect: When in defensive stance without a shield, defense increases by 40%, resistance to abnormal effects rises by 40%. Active effect: Reduces damage taken by 70% for ten seconds, and grants immunity to 35% of damage for the next five seconds. Cooldown: Five minutes. Cost: None.

[Blood Dragon’s Body]: Transformation skill. Only severed heads, no retreat—the Blood Dragon never falters! Passive effect: You can sense more blood, boosting healing effects by 50%. Active effect: Transform into Blood Dragon form, increasing damage by 30%, defense by 25%, movement speed by 30%, lasting until leaving the game. When transformed, you gain an additional neutral game ID “Blood Dragon,” and cannot be tracked. Cooldown: One hour. Cost: None (cannot be used in dungeons or arenas).

Wielding twin axes, with Iron Body’s passive granting an extra 40% defense—already boosted by 25% in Blood Dragon form—his defense soared. Melee attackers could barely scratch him. Even though his magic defense was slightly weaker, the effects of the Bloody Dragon Ring and Bloody Lion Pendant stacked for a 20% lifesteal, which Blood Dragon form increased by 50%, totaling a formidable 30%. With his immense destructive power, each attack restored his health, making him unkillable.

Without Blood Dragon form, Dawn Breeze’s HP was 4000; in Blood Dragon form, it soared to 7000. Killing him in one blow was all but impossible.

“Those who block me die!” The Blood Dragon roared, intercepted Falling Meteor, the professional weapon warrior, with a Rage Slash that killed him instantly. Another sweeping attack slew three of the other professional players, and a final bloodthirsty blow eliminated the last member, forcing them offline.

With all ultimates active, who could stand against the Blood Dragon?