Chapter 2765 - 2766: Virtual Projection Showdown

"Hmm, are you talking about those special jade decorations? These things should be modeled after the Lost Magic System."

Feng Yuan did notice the things Veronia mentioned. To be precise, those jades themselves were emitting energy, making it hard not to notice, but Feng Yuan wasn’t too sure about the specifics of the situation.

Based on the energy reaction on them, Feng Yuan could only speculate it was related to the magic system. The magic system itself was quite special, at least for now, besides a few Spirit Beasts, not many adopted this power system.

Previously, humans had developed magical tools and weapons, but in the end, these were replaced by Beastmasters. Perhaps due to the influence of the world itself, most magic-related items slowly disappeared, becoming Lost Magic.

Feng Yuan was also unsure if those items were indeed magic-related tools, as gemstones always played a special role in the magic system, and jade was among them.

However, this didn’t mean those jades were genuinely crafted as magic artifacts, as the relevant knowledge had almost completely vanished.

"That’s right, these jades with magical fluctuations make it hard not to suspect a connection."

Veronia chuckled lightly and rolled her eyes as Feng Yuan said irritably,

"Since you’ve already confirmed it, why are you asking me?"

"Don’t you find it interesting? These jades are made specifically into magic tools, but this island is not a Magic Island."

"Hmm, you wouldn’t say there’s a big problem here, would you?"

Feng Yuan asked in confusion as he looked towards Veronia, even Agunas raised its head to look at her. She gave a light hum and said,

"I didn’t say that. I just think these decorations might not be just that simple."

"Are you talking about those defense mechanisms? They’re actually part of the virtual projection system."

At this moment, Zhou Weijun happened to walk over, overhearing their conversation and couldn’t help but interject. Feng Yuan looked at Zhou Weijun curiously and asked,

"Virtual projection system? What is that?"

"It’s similar to the combat simulation in the Data Domain, but it’s not quite the same. According to them, the entire virtual projection system uses simulation combat achieved through doppelganger ultimate moves. Who’s closer to the real situation compared to the Data Domain simulation battle is hard to say."

Hearing this, Feng Yuan touched his chin and said,

"Oh, I see. Simulated combat, huh? This thing probably costs a pretty penny, yet ends up being outdone by the Data Domain, it’s really..."

Although Zhou Weijun said it was hard to determine which was better, Feng Yuan estimated that the virtual projection system couldn’t compare to the Data Domain. After all, the Data Domain inherently excelled at simulating various data, and since it’s part of the world’s rules, all underlying data could be guaranteed to be completely real and effective.

In contrast, the virtual projection system was uncertain. At least, the data used to construct this system was collected by themselves, and the authenticity couldn’t really be assured.

Zhou Weijun gave an awkward smile. Although he said it was hard to distinguish the merits of the two, he actually knew very well that the human simulation system couldn’t compare with the Data Domain at all, whether in simulation fidelity or cost, the Data Domain was superior.

"The world is unpredictable, but... do you want to experience it for yourself? I see your beast seems to have Legendary Level strength, would you like... a match?"

Thinking of something, Zhou Weijun’s eyes lit up as he looked at Xiao Ji and the Flame Chasing Furry Dog. Feng Yuan thought for a moment and said,

"Sure, I’ve been meaning to try out any changes in the Qi Realm Stance Defense."

"Should I go apply for a battle right now?"

Looking at Feng Yuan, Zhou Weijun asked, and the other party agreed without hesitation.

On the edge of the village in the center of Jade Island, there was an empty field. Feng Yuan had previously wondered what it was for, only to find out now that it’s the main battleground for the virtual projection system.

Unlike the Data Domain, the virtual projection system can only provide a limited range of combat environments. According to the staff’s warning, the virtual projection system has not been without incidents of breaches.

This means that incredibly powerful ultimate moves are highly discouraged; otherwise, any breaches could cause serious trouble.

"I only have two beasts on my side, so you don’t have to worry about holding back. Send them all out."

On the battlefield, Feng Yuan looked at Xiao Ji and the Flame Chasing Furry Dog beside him and said to Zhou Weijun. Though the other was also a Legendary Beastmaster, and an old one at that,

Zhou Weijun evidently didn’t have the enhancement of the Qi Realm Stance. With Xiao Ji and the Flame Chasing Furry Dog working together, Feng Yuan had some doubts whether even if Zhou Weijun unleashed three Legendary Level beasts plus two newly elevated ones, they might not be able to win.

"Isn’t that a bit too cocky?"

Zhou Weijun hesitated, speaking to Feng Yuan. Five Legendary Level beasts against two, and one of them hadn’t even fully stepped into Legendary Level, this was clearly unequal in strength.

"Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing."

Feng Yuan smiled without explanation. Due to the uniqueness of the Qi Realm Stance Defense, he wasn’t sure if they could handle a two versus five, but even if it didn’t work, Xiao Ji and the Flame Chasing Furry Dog wouldn’t be in any danger because he was watching over them.

"Well... alright then."

Seeing Feng Yuan so confident, Zhou Weijun didn’t insist. He signaled the referee, and the two got ready for battle. As the whistle to start the fight blew, Xiao Ji and the Flame Chasing Furry Dog entered Qi Realm Stance Defense. A Black Sun hung in the sky above the battlefield, and a blood-colored energy barrier enveloped the Flame Chasing Furry Dog.

"Xiao Ji took initiative, huh."

Sighing, Feng Yuan didn’t have any thoughts on correcting. At this time, Zhou Weijun had already completed issuing commands. The Telekinetic Brown Bear opened a psychic barrier, ready to protect its teammates. The Rock Spirit Deer’s forehoof lifted and then stomped hard, sending rock-formed earth snakes burrowing into the ground, charging toward the Flame Chasing Furry Dog.

"Probing attack, is it? Unfortunately, if the power is insufficient, you’ll suffer for it."

With a wave of his hand, nine small shields surrounded him. Feng Yuan didn’t make any defensive move as the Rock Spirit Deer’s Earth Spirit Charge couldn’t possibly penetrate Xiao Ji’s blood-colored barrier.

No matter its target, the damage would be entirely transmitted to the Black Sun.

"Overconfident... or full of confidence?"

Zhou Weijun clenched his fist slightly in tension. Seeing Earth Spirit Charge successfully sneak behind and attempt a back attack on Feng Yuan, he immensely hoped it could strike effectively.

But alas, the barrier linked to the Black Sun appeared fragile yet unexpectedly sturdy. The full release of Earth Spirit Charge’s power couldn’t shake it.

Just as Zhou Weijun was about to issue a new command, the Black Sun changed, and in the next moment, a bloodline flashed. Even the Telekinetic Brown Bear couldn’t deploy a psychic barrier in front of all its teammates in time.

The only fortune was that the bloodline appeared and vanished quickly. The damage wasn’t high. The Water Control Spirit Turtle promptly began to cast Rain of Life to restore the physical strength and injuries of all its teammates.

"A counterattack flow battle style?"

Zhou Weijun’s heart stirred as he guessed what the Black Sun was about, though he didn’t expect Feng Yuan to use such a playstyle.

To handle a counterattack flow, one must use restraining methods or achieve a one-shot kill.

It’s not easy to instantly kill a Legendary Level spirit beast, so Zhou Weijun decided to try shield-breaking means.

Being an old school Legendary Beastmaster, he was never short on various response methods. Even with the rare need to counter shields, he was always prepared.

Seeing the opponent perform an ultimate move that specialized in breaking shields, Feng Yuan didn’t instruct Xiao Ji to respond.

Before reaching Legendary Level, Xiao Ji already had means of dealing with this, let alone now that its power was very close to Legendary Level. Feng Yuan didn’t believe that such a specialized attack method could overcome the Qi Realm Stance Defense.

The blood-colored barrier shattered, and the Black Sun instantly changed. Black flames erupted from the Black Sun like a storm of flames, sweeping across the battlefield in an instant.

The Beastmasters observing nearby were all old Legendary Beastmasters, and they could see that even though Zhou Weijun shattered the barrier, the advantage was completely not on his side, even with the numerical superiority.

The flame storm that swept across the battlefield obstructed everyone’s vision, making it impossible for even Zhou Weijun to issue any commands.

Fortunately, the eruption of the Black Sun came quickly and disappeared just as fast. In no time, the black flame storm had completely vanished.

At this moment, the Black Sun transformed by Xiao Ji had grown larger, with black flames occasionally emerging from it. In the next moment, the cry of an eagle rang out, and chains made from black flames continuously shot out from the void, spreading in all directions with the Black Sun as the center.

"What’s Xiao Ji doing now?"

Feng Yuan was at a loss, not quite understanding what Xiao Ji had just used.