Chapter 69

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Chapter 69: The Earth Can Also Be a Basketball

Does it have to be a proper sports competition basketball, with the exact size, specifications, and color, or is there some leeway? The sudden confusion led Bai Qige to try it out, and he concluded that the definition of this Gang Talent seemed a bit strange.

For example, a pair of Meteor Hammers named "basketball" were actually recognized as qualified "basketballs" by this talent and gained a combat power boost. If that doesn’t explain the situation, then a pair of watermelons named "basketball," which could still be swung energetically, certainly does.

Once Bai Qige realized this, his first thought was to name his fists "basketball," calling his left hand "blue" and his right hand "ball." With both fists swinging, he could create a new delight, even hitting a plane felt fresh. Well, this was just Bai Qige’s wild imagination. If he could solidify this Gang Talent onto his body, it would certainly be better than fighting with an actual basketball. However, this Gang Talent still had a bit of integrity, so Bai Qige’s calculations didn’t pan out.

To make this Gang Talent effective, the first important point is that he must hold something in his hands; using his feet won’t work. Bai Qige tried writing the word "basketball" on the ground while pressing his hands down, and it still activated the Gang Talent. But the problem was he couldn’t lift the Earth unless he walked on his hands from then on. As soon as his hands left the ground, the Gang Talent bonus disappeared.

The second point is that the object he holds must at least be round and related to the concept of basketball. For instance, Meteor Hammers or crescent moon blades wouldn’t work. The idea of naming his left hand "blue" and his right hand "fist" was out of the question.

As long as it’s a round object, swinging it would grant a combat power boost. This revealed the first layer of this talent’s true nature. As he explored further, Bai Qige discovered an even more outrageous effect that was almost like a bug.

A 10% combat power boost—what does that mean? At first glance, it seems like just a slight increase in attack when fighting; the boost percentage isn’t especially high or low, so it doesn’t appear remarkable. However, this concept of combat power actually includes Bai Qige’s own abilities, and a 10% boost at that level is quite complex. After some research, Bai Qige realized that the true essence of this Gang Talent should be like this.

As long as he swings a round object that can be connected to the idea of basketball, he can unleash 110% of his fighting strength.

In practical terms, this means that Bai Qige had never practiced using a Meteor Hammer, but when he fought, he swung it with great skill, hitting his target perfectly, his technique smooth and experienced, as if he had practiced for many years, as if he suddenly had a special talent for Meteor Hammer.

Similarly, this seemingly useless talent holds enormous potential and possibilities, which even surprised Bai Qige.

As he continued to study, he realized that the phrase "fighting strength" held a unique meaning. Fighting strength is a concept made up of a series of factors like skill, power, and tactics.

When Bai Qige fought with the Meteor Hammer and triggered this Gang Talent, his attacks became fiercer and more precise, his skills more refined, his control over power more accurate, and even his mindset, dynamic vision, and reaction ability—all qualities that play a role in battle—were enhanced, as if an invisible force guided him to fight more efficiently.

This 10% extra boost in fighting strength, when put into actual practice, translated into several times more. A slight adjustment in the landing point of his attacks turned a regular hit into a deadly one, and what should have been a full-powered strike became a carefully measured blow, smashing skulls perfectly without wasting any effort, while his endurance in battle multiplied several times.

This first-level Gang Talent contained such wonders. If it weren’t for the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel situation, Bai Qige would truly want to stay at Lanruo Temple and study whether other talents had the same mysteries.

As he fought his way down the hallway into the actual teaching area, the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel would not break the Ten Commandments. Under the Peaceful Iron Rule, all the students were locked in the classrooms, while outside, Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels with weapons stood guard. As long as the students didn’t resist, the guards outside acted as if they were in their own world, ignoring the brave students who watched closely through the windows, even smiling amiably at them.

However, this calm scene was completely shattered by Bai Qige. Any Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel that came into his sight had no chance to escape, and in fact, these mass-produced Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels showed no intention of running away at all.

"Disciples, go calm the students down and tell them to stay quietly in the classroom until the announcement sounds! Wait until I finish fighting and defeat all the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels here."

Mugang Xian, Mugong Yan, Gongcheng Liang, and Shan Jingshou can be set aside for now, but Long Aotian is a prominent figure at Canglan Noble Academy. His efforts to calm everyone down were very effective.

After a fierce battle, the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels kept coming in waves. Bai Qige looked cold and focused; their sheer number was one of the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels’ greatest strengths. In the Middle-earth World, many reckless heroes who thought they were brave and believed the Rebellious Iron Rule protected them gradually exhausted their True Qi and strength under the endless attacks of the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels, ultimately meeting a tragic end. Bai Qige had personally witnessed several such cases.

After being beaten to exhaustion, relying on the Rebellious Iron Rule and challenging the leader of the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels in a fight, if he lost, the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel Chief would spare his life according to the Rebellious Iron Rule. But as soon as the leader turned away, his minions would jump on him and share in the spoils.

Indeed, I spared your life according to the Iron Rule, but my minions did not!

The ten iron rules are absolute, but that does not mean the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels have become complete fools under the Ten Commandments. If they truly wish to kill, they have many ways to evade the iron rules.

Transforming into a whirlwind of death, he recklessly claimed the lives of the countless Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels. Suddenly, a strong wind silently struck from behind. Bai Qige turned slightly, and what should have pierced his skull barely grazed his neck. Then, sparks flew from his neck, as if metal was grinding against metal.

Upon closer inspection, the attacker was a smaller, weaker Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel, with greenish fur and a fierce, savage gaze. Its claws were longer and sharper than those of other Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels, resembling daggers.

"A Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel specialized in the Evil Star Grimoire? Judging by your size and speed just now, you must have reached the third level of training. Your agility must be over forty! Among the current Bloodthirsty Dragon Camels, you would be considered an elite unit!"

The elite Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel lowered its body and prepared to attack, "Evil Monk, the Mother has learned that you are here, your death is coming soon!"

Bai Qige waved his finger, "Come, let me see whose time to die is truly here!"

The Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel suddenly kicked its leg, instantly creating a blur, and its claw reached Bai Qige’s face in a flash.

The Underworld Sun Grimoire corresponds to power, excelling in direct attacks, possessing endless violent strength with every movement. The Dark Moon Grimoire corresponds to the mind, unpredictable and mysterious in its methods. The Abyssal Grimoire corresponds to health, full of secret wonders, while the Evil Star Grimoire corresponds to agility, where moving fast is just a basic skill, but its combat power is extraordinary.

With the Evil Star Grimoire mastered, the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel’s claws had become a pair of god weapons, equipped with armor-breaking and deadly strike effects. Even though Bai Qige had the Myriad Illusions Sky Slash defense, he still bore five pale claw marks on his neck, with faint black smoke swirling around, indicating poison. Without the Myriad Illusions Sky Slash defense, he would have certainly fallen, but despite this, Bai Qige didn’t want to be hit like that again.

Bai Qige’s agility was already at 57 points; compared to the attribute value, he wasn’t much slower than the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel. Plus, he had the Somersault Cloud to boost his speed. With a quick move, he appeared on the left side of the Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel and swung the Meteor Hammer. The Bloodthirsty Dragon Camel brought its claws together to block, but staggered back, starting to bleed since the Meteor Hammer had barbs. Bai Qige didn’t hesitate and chased after, continuing his attack.

In a fast-paced battle, two figures dashed through the not-so-wide corridor outside the classroom. The students inside looked through the windows, astonished, thinking this would be a day they would never forget. First, a talking alien monster invaded, then an old monk appeared, fighting fiercely, completely shattering their understanding of the world and making them doubt if they were still on Earth.