The competition wasn't particularly fierce, not because there was anything wrong with the forbidden zone, but because...
Large-scale forbidden zones shouldn't have opened at this time.
Thus, two rather awkward situations arose.
As for the five kill targets, no one dared to even entertain the thought of engaging them, because they simply couldn't win.
If the world battlefield had progressed to the mid or late stages, and everyone's strength was sufficient to deal with those five targets, Bai Ye could completely imagine the scene.
The chosen ones would undoubtedly rush forward, eager to kill those five targets. Not only would they have to battle the five targets for the rewards, but they would also have to fight fiercely amongst themselves for the same rewards.
The other awkward situation was the complete lack of preparation.
The opening of this large-scale forbidden zone was too sudden.
Typically, large-scale forbidden zones differed from ordinary ones; they wouldn't open easily or abruptly because opening a large-scale forbidden zone was inherently a very complex process.
In fact, in Bai Ye's previous life, although the rewards from large-scale forbidden zones could be claimed, the opening of these zones was, in about two-thirds of cases, controlled by factions like the Hidden Dragon Society and the Evil Spirit Group.
This was because they had more people and could control the timing of the forbidden zone's opening, allowing them to prepare sufficiently before its activation.
It was worth mentioning that large-scale forbidden zones were always accompanied by large-scale battles.
This particular large-scale forbidden zone was considered a more "merciful" type, only requiring everyone to escape. The conflict points requiring direct combat were not obvious.
Therefore, this large-scale forbidden zone had a significant gap from the scenes Bai Ye remembered from his previous life, somewhat falling short of expectations.
Even though the battle with the dragon was not easy, compared to Bai Ye's memories, acquiring a specified golden-quality item in this manner was already considered a very low-difficulty situation.
As for the first and top ten places, which also awarded two golden-quality items...
Bai Ye could only say it was like picking them up for free.
This was definitely not what a normal large-scale forbidden zone should look like in Bai Ye's memory.
From this perspective, Bai Ye truly had to thank Li Jiayi; this guy had practically scattered wealth for him.
However...
Li Jiayi's gains were also imaginable and substantial.
Li Jiayi was only short of being the "first to leave" compared to Bai Ye. He was guaranteed two golden-quality items, plus one red and one black quality item each.
Most importantly...
This large-scale forbidden zone was orchestrated by Li Jiayi. Since he could create such a large-scale forbidden zone, he must have made preparations. And with preparations, there was a possibility of extra gains.
Hidden quests, for instance, were highly probable.
Large-scale forbidden zones, in addition to their main quests, were usually accompanied by hidden quests.
Therefore, Li Jiayi's danger level in Bai Ye's mind had to be significantly raised.
Li Jiayi had also just emerged from the area boundary. If he knew what Bai Ye was thinking, he would surely exclaim, "I'm wronged! There were no preparations at all. I never even thought I'd create a large-scale forbidden zone."
Fortunately, Bai Ye only dwelled on it for a short while and didn't think too much about it.
Li Jiayi had already escaped, and there was no way to kill him. What else could be done?
In any case, the fact that he had benefited was undeniable. Being optimistic, he could consider Li Jiayi as having helped him get rich, and thus, he would reluctantly let the other party off the hook again.
While Bai Ye was thinking this, his actions were not slow. He quickly spread out his electric field, then transformed into current to move, rapidly leaving the vicinity of the area boundary.
Quite a few people should be leaving the area boundary next. Once people gathered, it was possible that they would start fighting.
The end of every forbidden zone was usually accompanied by chaos.
It was best to avoid such large-scale melees if possible, as it was very easy to suffer unexpected setbacks.
After moving a considerable distance away, Bai Ye finally had the leisure to examine what he had obtained.
Imperial Artifact: Military Music Dream (Item) (Black): When played, its music has a special effect.
Effect...
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The black quality item Bai Ye randomly received was a flute that could manipulate emotions and boost morale through music. Furthermore, through special musical performances, it could also strengthen one's physical body, an effect called "Oni Summoning."
Bai Ye's evaluation of it was: A small toy!
Of course, as a black quality item, it couldn't truly be just a toy. This item was quite good, capable of being used for mental attacks, creating buffs, and strengthening the body.
However, given the current situation, with more significant events to come, this black quality item was truly just a trifle.
Next was the red quality random item, and Bai Ye couldn't help but chuckle. He was familiar with this thing.
Ion Beam Turret x6 (Item) (Red): Small turrets that can be placed on any solid surface. Each turret has a durability of 1000/1000.
Effect: Fixed Installation (Can be installed on any object with a physical form)
Auto-Fire (Ion beam turrets will automatically fire at enemy targets within a radius of 150 meters)
Manual Mode (Ion beam turrets can switch to manual mode for controlled firing)
Bai Ye had obtained this item in his previous life. It was palm-sized and had decent power, comparable to a regular ion beam pistol. It was a relatively basic future technology weapon.
However, it was not a weapon but a tool category, requiring placement somewhere to be used.
It was typically used as a defensive weapon rather than an offensive one. It could be disassembled at will before its durability was depleted.
To call this item red quality, considering its power and effects, was a bit of an exaggeration.
But as a tool, the ion beam turrets were grouped in sets of at least six for red quality, and up to eighteen for golden quality.
Its quality, exceeding its power and effects, was primarily due to its quantity.
This thing...
Bai Ye's evaluation was: Currently mediocre.
As an old acquaintance from his previous life, Bai Ye knew this item was still very useful, but it required a stronghold to set up a firing line.
However, it was contingent on having a stronghold, so it was currently useless.
But in his previous life, when Bai Ye had occupied a large area of the East District and established his own base, this item was very useful.
Anyone who wanted to enter his base would first receive a volley from the ion beam turrets.
Of course, when camping in the wilderness, this item was also useful. Setting them up around the campsite allowed for a peaceful sleep.
If someone approached, the ion beam turrets would automatically attack. Regardless of whether they could eliminate the intruder, they could at least perfectly serve as an alarm. Once the shots were fired, Bai Ye would naturally wake up.
As for evading the automatic targeting of the ion beam turrets, it was extremely difficult. Bai Ye knew that abilities like stealth and invisibility were ineffective against the ion beam turrets.
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