"Very well, since the Master Diviner is interested, I'll demonstrate some of [Fu Xuan]'s abilities here."
Tatsuke pointed forward, and the misty projection shifted instantly. Three wisps of dark energy coalesced into three Mara-Struck soldiers, while a violet light transformed into Fu Xuan's weapon.
[Fu Xuan] is a Quantum character following the Path of Preservation.
The moment these words were spoken, even Fu Xuan herself froze.
"I'm… a Preservation character now?"
She let out a relieved sigh.
"Thank goodness, at least I wasn't made into a Destruction path character."
Tatsuke continued his explanation:
"However, [Fu Xuan] differs from other Preservation characters who rely primarily on shields for defense."
"Instead, her Skill allows her to deploy the [Matrix of Prescience], which lasts for a set number of turns."
"Under this matrix, she can redistribute damage taken by allies, reduce overall incoming damage, and boost the entire team's CRIT Rate."
"After unlocking additional abilities through Traces, she can also apply crowd control resistance and other effects to allies."
On-screen, violet energy gathered at Fu Xuan's chest as she clenched her fists. In an instant, a massive purple formation materialized beneath her feet.
Fu Xuan gave a slight nod.
"As the head of the Divination Commission, I am intimately familiar with this formation. It is fitting for it to serve as my Skill."
Then came her Ultimate.
A surge of energy erupted from the ground, forming a radiant pillar that shot into the sky!
"Behold!"
Fu Xuan stood frozen in place, one hand pressed to her chest. Several seconds passed before she finally spoke, her voice tinged with disbelief.
"This Ultimate… is this truly mine?"
Suddenly remembering she was participating in a galaxy-wide livestream, she cleared her throat and regained her composure.
"Ahem…"
"My All-Seeing Eyes foresee no flaw in this Ultimate's design."
"'The stars may shift, but destiny is shaped by mortal hands'… Exquisite."
"Yu Ling, the effects you've designed for this Ultimate… are nothing short of magnificent!"
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Live Reactions
Players were utterly stunned by the Ultimate's visuals.
"This Ultimate is MAXIMUM OVERKILL!"
"Every new character's effects are more insane than the last!"
"Wait, isn't Fu Xuan a Preservation unit? Why does her Ultimate look like it's about to end the world?!"
"This reminds me of another Preservation character whose Ultimate made it seem like he was going to punch everyone to death… only to end up giving the team a shield."
"RIP Seele's animations. She's crying in a corner right now."
"Hey, don't bring Seele into this! Lady Fu Xuan is a Quantum unit—do you realize what this means? QUANTUM SUPREMACY IS HERE!"
"Sure, characters from the Underworld usually get the short end of the stick in terms of effects, but Kafka and Silver Wolf are still top-tier!"
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Outside the Divination Commission
Qingque, lounging on the steps while watching Yu Ling's stream, nearly dropped her jaw at Fu Xuan's Ultimate.
"Chief… you're really this powerful?!"
"Even Yu Ling went all out for your Ultimate animation!"
"Guess I can slack off even harder now. If the sky falls, the Chief can just hold it up!"
"Sure, she's not the tallest, but she's absolutely cracked!"
"The moment she's released, I'm whaling for her—no questions asked!"
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Introducing the New Map
After showcasing the new character, Tatsuke flicked his fingers, and a grand three-dimensional map unfolded within the sea of clouds.
"Alongside the new character, this update will also introduce a brand-new explorable area."
"The latest addition to Luofu is… Jinren Alley!"
"This bustling food street in Central Starskiff Heaven is where visitors indulge in delicacies and immerse themselves in vibrant street culture."
"The version's main event will also take place in this new location—details are best experienced firsthand!"
The fleeting preview showcased:
- The lively night market of Jinren Alley, brimming with an inviting atmosphere.
- Qiankun Street, lined with dazzling shops.
- A brief shot of Su Shang waving at a Clockwork Sparrow.
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In Guinaifen's Livestream
Guinaifen and Su Shang screamed in unison.
"AHHH! That's Jinren Alley—we go there all the time!!"
"I can't believe Yu Ling actually recreated it as a new map!"
"Su Shang, was that YOU in that quick scene? Looks like you're stealing the spotlight again!"
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Inside the Hotel
March 7th and Stelle caught a glimpse of the new map's lively streets.
March 7th gasped in delight.
"Wow, I had no idea the Luofu had such a cozy, down-to-earth place!"
"The snacks there look amazing—we should check it out soon!"
Stelle nodded.
"We can go, but we'll need masks. And you should wear a wig."
"Otherwise, we'll get mobbed again like at the Jade Gate."
March 7th shuddered, recalling the incident. Being a galaxy-wide celebrity wasn't all fun and games.
Suddenly, Stelle let out a surprised noise.
"Huh? Wait—"
"What's wrong?"
March 7th, still pondering her outfit choice, leaned over to look. Stelle rewound the stream by ten seconds.
In a fleeting shot of the version preview, alongside the new Trailblaze Mission [Obsequies Performed, A Long Road Ahead], four Companion Missions were listed:
- Dan Heng's "The Dragon Returns Home"
- Luka's "Mo Cuishle"
- Lynx's "Farther Than the Snow Plains"
And at the very bottom—March 7th's avatar.
This was her Companion Mission.
—[Total Recall]!
Realizing this, March 7th clapped a hand over her mouth in shock.
Stelle, after a brief moment of stunned silence, burst into uncontrollable excitement.
"I KNEW IT!"
"Yu Ling never disappoints!"
"They must've seen all the fan requests!"
"March! Are you ready for your Companion Mission?!"
"Ready to face your past?!"
"Huh? March? Where'd you go—"
Turning around, Stelle found March 7th sprawled on the bed, muttering to herself.
"So soon…"
"I thought it'd take several more versions…"
"Maybe I'd even be a 5-star like Dan Heng…"
"Unless my past isn't that special…"
"What if I'm just… a normal girl?"
Stelle yanked her back up.
"Stop overthinking it!"
"The moment the update drops, we're doing this mission!"
"I can't wait to [Trailblaze] through your story!!"
To be continued…
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There won't be any updates for 3 or so days cuz I contracted an allergy and I am on heavy medications. Smh.