Void Chasers were a direct evolutionary path, retaining some of the old talents and enhancing them.
Among them, [Advanced Void Shuttle] was changed to [Void Dimensional Leap], no longer a short-range flash skill.
Void Chasers were cosmic life forms that could travel in space without vehicles. In the void dimension, they could change the curvature of space-time through abilities similar to distorting the void, and use warp modes for long-distance movement. Therefore, Chasers could stay in the void dimension for a long time, making this skill a god-level escape technique.
[Distort the Void] was changed to [Enhanced Distort the Void], with increased power and easier use, and a reduced cooldown time.
[Void Metamorphosis] retained its name and remained a state of all-attribute enhancement, with a certain strengthening of the actual effect. The [Void Ripple] talent disappeared.
Out of the four old talents, three were retained.
And there were two new talents, both of which were the core abilities of the Chasers.
[Radiant Energy Absorption]: Void Chasers could absorb stellar energy and cosmic radiation for sustenance, and use it to strengthen themselves. This was a basic characteristic of cosmic life forms.
The first function of this talent was to allow Han Xiao to transform into a cosmic life form, able to survive in space without the aid of any equipment, as freely as a fish in water.
The second function was that long-term absorption of cosmic radiation by cells could continuously grant permanent attribute improvements. Han Xiao was unsure of the specific effects, efficiency, or whether there was an upper limit.
But in any case, this was a new stable path to growth and the most potentially valuable species talent of the Chaser. Cosmic space was filled with endless radiation, which was like a buffet table where these roaming radiations were free pastries that could be eaten at will.
The other new talent was named [Cosmic Environment Adaptation Body]. Countless high-energy radiations and particle streams existed in the universe, and cosmic life forms living in this extremely harsh environment had strong adaptability and defense. For example, the hide of the Star Wanderers Han Xiao had hunted before had an almost despairing thickness.
This talent would transform Han Xiao's body into a cosmic life form, providing considerable defense, physical resistance, harsh environment resistance, and greatly increased resistance to various heat, cold, and electric shocks.
Han Xiao tested it, and his resistance to blows had increased by nearly two levels, gradually developing towards being thick-skinned.
It could be said that this was the most suitable tanking talent for him.
"The Chaser's talents are more inclined to auxiliary and defense, which is very comprehensive and fits my combat mode very well."
Han Xiao was very satisfied with the Chaser's talents.
...
After figuring out the changes after the advancement, Han Xiao finally had time to think about the problems that followed.
The advancement to level 220 had been delayed for more than seven years, and now it was finally completed. His strength had finally increased dramatically again, as naturally as water flowing into a canal.
Han Xiao estimated that his Super-A Grade boundary was around level 240. Although he was happy with the advancement, he knew that this was just overcoming one of the obstacles, and there was still a way to go.
After passing the threshold of level 220, the experience required for leveling up soared again, completely astronomical. Relying solely on the million-plus players in the legion was no longer sustainable.
After all, the professional knowledge and skill teaching were one-time transactions, and the million-plus legion players had already learned a lot of abilities, so the demand for consumption had decreased.
It was time to open up a new field of leeks.
The new players who exploded in Version 3.0 were all unformed seedlings with a ravenous need for skills and knowledge. This was a brand new market.
"Aquamarine Star is the old birthplace and has already been taken into my pocket, but the new birthplace of the Shattered Star Ring in Version 3.0 is not yet under my control..."
Han Xiao opened the star map. The new player birthplace was called Dildore Star and was located in the Goron Star Cluster. Those born there were newbie players who joined in Version 3.0 and some people's alts. As far as Han Xiao was concerned, this was equivalent to opening a new server.
The new players in Version 3.0 would naturally not be as miserable as the Aquamarine Star players in Version 1.0. They were directly connected to space. Dildore Star was a planet similar to an interstellar transit station. The surrounding area was a resource-rich star system, and branches of many large interstellar consortiums were stationed there to explore the nearby star regions, which meant there were very rich task resources for the players.
These new players born outside the battlefield could travel thousands of miles to participate in the Secret War main storyline, or they could explore on their own and use the generous experience of Version 3.0 to catch up in levels, or... participate in another main storyline.
The Crimson Tide was the theme of Version 3.0, and the Secret War was one of the main storylines. In other star clusters, various major events were also happening, and the large-scale plot that new players could come into contact with in the Goron Star Cluster, where Dildore Star was located, was the plot line of the Pan-Shattered Star Ring Mercenary Allied Army.
This force was the joint organization that Sky Ring and other large interstellar mercenary groups had asked Han Xiao to lead and establish seven years ago. They felt the turbulence of the star field environment, so they integrated the mercenaries of the Shattered Star Ring to form a super-large mercenary joint group called the "Pan-Shattered Star Ring Allied Army", or Mercenary Allied Army for short.
The Mercenary Allied Army had been established for several years now, and the effect was obvious. By joining forces, the allied army's mercenary business scope had expanded to multiple star clusters, undertaking the employment of dozens or hundreds of civilizations and participating in many major events.
Seven years ago, Han Xiao participated in this main storyline. Although he did not pay too much attention to the changes in the mercenary world, the Black Star Army was still a decision-maker on the council of the Mercenary Allied Army and belonged to the upper echelons of the allied army.
"There is no need to worry about Aquamarine Star, and Dildore Star is easy to handle. I just need to expand the Black Star Army there."
Han Xiao pondered.
Dildore Star was located in the Goron Star Cluster, outside the scope of the legion's business, but with the status of the Black Star Army, opening a branch in Dildore Star was just a small matter.
He had spent three versions building the reputation of the Black Star Army, leaving a deep impression on the players, and was extremely advantageous in recruiting new players.
So many people on the forums were discussing the Black Star Army, and even new players would be curious about the past of the Black Star Army under the influence of what they saw and heard, thus generating a longing for the faction itself.
Han Xiao's most fundamental goal in developing the Black Star Army was to build it into an efficient tool for harvesting leeks. He did not even need to personally show up on Dildore Star.
If he wanted to advance to Super-A Grade as soon as possible, he had to expand the scale of leek cultivation.
In his plan, recruiting Dildore Star players was an important task for the next period of time.
"The legion can help me recruit new players, and I have to start preparing for Super-A Grade..."
The shadow of the Overlord loomed over him. Herber was the biggest obstacle. Once he became a Super-A Grade, he would have to face this powerful enemy, and there would be a battle between the two.
This was not as simple as dealing with the Heterogeneous God's clone or the Shadow of Myriad, he would be facing a true Super-A Grade powerhouse, and the pressure was completely different!
"I have to train Hela while doing some valuable missions." Han Xiao thought to himself.
Fortunately, because of the Soul Embryo, he had sufficient reason to temporarily withdraw from the Secret War and quietly take care of his own affairs.
He not only had to level up, but also had to find ways to improve his combat power as much as possible, make sufficient preparations before reaching Super-A Grade, and acquire more specializations in order to deal with the Overlord.
Compared to others, this was his biggest advantage, being able to actively acquire specializations, constantly improve his combat power, and never encounter bottlenecks.
"If only I could get a Cosmic Treasure..." Han Xiao sighed.
He was very envious of Sisko's Evolution Cube, but unfortunately, he didn't have many opportunities to borrow it. He also wanted to obtain a Cosmic Treasure that belonged exclusively to him.
In his previous life, players had recorded many records of Cosmic Treasures. In the later versions, some players even mastered Cosmic Treasures. However, at this stage, most Cosmic Treasures were unknown, and even those with fixed locations were heavily guarded.
If it were easy to obtain Cosmic Treasures, Han Xiao would have already gone to get them.
In his memory, there were three relatively well-known Cosmic Treasures in the Shattered Star Ring, which were controlled by three star cluster-level civilizations respectively. Sisko's Evolution Cube was a treasure he had heard of, but had few clues about.
Currently, Han Xiao only knew of one Cosmic Treasure that he might be able to obtain.
At this point in time, this Cosmic Treasure was likely still quietly waiting in a civilization relic.
And the coordinates were in the yet-to-be-explored Flickering World!
"Unfortunately... it's too far away to be of immediate use." Han Xiao felt a little regretful.
He would have to wait until the Crimson Empire obtained ownership of the Flickering World and built a cross-star field stargate before he would have a chance to obtain this Cosmic Treasure. He couldn't even go to the Flickering World now.
Therefore, if he wanted to improve his combat power, he still had to start with specializations.
...
The specific plan had to be carefully considered. At this time, Han Xiao just wanted to relax. He opened the door of the training room and returned to the cabin.
Hela was practicing hard in the combat training room, and only Fording and Aurora were in the cabin, chatting happily like a pair of good girlfriends. Hearing the sound of footsteps, the two turned their heads to look over.
"Morningstar, Fording let you out again?" Han Xiao glanced at Fording, who was behaving like a sissy, obviously controlled by Morningstar.
Morningstar snorted and didn't want to talk to Han Xiao. She returned the body to Fording, and with a change of temperament, Fording regained control of his body and smiled gently. "She's still afraid of you."
Han Xiao shook his head and asked curiously, "I've always wanted to ask, since you two share a body, are your physiological needs the same?"
Fording coughed awkwardly.
"Speaking of which, since you two are inseparable, is there no way for you to mate?"
Han Xiao looked amused. Was this a forced platonic relationship?
"Do we have to talk about this? Can we talk about something else..."
Fording's balls hurt.
Aurora blinked her big eyes and interjected, "Actually, I'm quite curious too."
Fording had a good personality and had become familiar with Aurora during this period, mainly because Morningstar in his body liked her very much.
"Okay..." Fording said helplessly, "I'm a psychic, and she's also a psychic. We can simulate physiological needs... cough, and organs, and then have sex with our mental bodies, so you understand."
Han Xiao: ???
Holy crap, brain sex!
Isn't this the same principle as having a wet dream?
Am I training a sex doll in my brain?!
Is this the highest level of fantasy?!
Han Xiao's expression was strange, and he pointed at Fording.
"I didn't expect you, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, to be a pervert."
"Shut up!" Morningstar strongly popped up, her face flushed, and shouted with Fording's body, then shrank back.
Fording came back to his senses and spread his hands helplessly. "She's ignoring me, I'm done for."
So what if she ignores you? She lives in your body, where can she run to? Anyway, she's already in your shape... Han Xiao was too tired to complain.
Aurora laughed so hard that she couldn't stand up straight. After a while, she couldn't laugh anymore. She wiped away the tears from her laughter, looked at Han Xiao, and asked curiously, "By the way, I just noticed that your vitality has grown a lot."
"Have you finally broken through the bottleneck?" Fording's eyes lit up, overjoyed.
Black Star's strength had stagnated for seven years, and now he had finally made progress again, which was undoubtedly great news at this juncture.
"I guess so." Han Xiao nodded.
"That's great, then we still have hope." Fording was overjoyed.
Since hearing Austin's words, he had been worried about Han Xiao, and he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief at this time.
Han Xiao chatted with the two for a while, feeling much more relaxed, and then returned to his room to take care of business.
He took out the communicator and sent the coordinates of Dildore Star to Sylvia, asking her to send someone to establish a branch and report the situation to him at any time. He put her, the chief executive officer, in charge of this matter. Sylvia knew that this represented the legion commander's attention and solemnly accepted the order.
After thinking about it, Han Xiao sent a message to Bennet to check on the recent situation of Aquamarine Star.
It seemed that ten years had passed since the last time he went back.