A sneeze destroys a magical civilization

Bernard didn't pay too much attention to the fact that there was an extra paladin serving Ilmat, the god of suffering, among his entourage.

Because he didn't understand at all what Ai LuoLin's appearance meant to this journey.

Not to mention that Zuo Si, whom he regarded as his "savior", had unknowingly become a huge trouble.

Following the merchant's order, this huge team finally began to slowly move forward along the ancient trade route.

Since three experienced guides were hired in advance and there were mercenaries responsible for surrounding the caravan and fending off possible bandits and monsters, the entire caravan seemed to be in order.

Although thousands of camels stretched for several kilometers, there was no sign of chaos.

As for the slaves, when they heard that they would become free civilians and get stable jobs after arriving in Amn, they all showed great efforts and had no intention of escaping at all.

In this way, the entire caravan spent a whole morning safely crossing the plains covered with low vegetation and officially entered the endless desert.

Looking at the huge undulating hills in the distance, Zuo Si, who had never been far away, couldn't help but sigh slightly: "What a magnificent and spectacular scenery!"

"Yes! The vastness and cruelty of the desert always make mortals involuntarily feel awe and fear.

According to ancient legends, the Kalin Desert was originally a rich forest and plain.

But later, a war broke out between the djinn, who first established the Carlin Empire on this land, and the efreeti, who later established the Manon Empire.

The terrible magical power destroyed everything, and finally it became what it is now.

Some people say that those giant spirits are still imprisoned deep in the desert by the magic released by the elves.

Whenever there is a sandstorm, it means they are fighting each other again. "

Paladin Ailuolin took the initiative to talk about the origin of this great desert.

As she described, the history of Calimshan originated from a group of djinn nobles who came to Faerûn from another plane more than 9,500 years ago, and the fire djinn who also came from another plane a thousand years later. Djinn mercenary.

Their names and the imperial capital they once established are still intact, becoming the two most important port cities in the south and north of the desert.

Even more than 7,000 years ago, when humans expelled the djinn and established the First Dynasty, the seven small fishing villages that were the starting point of Netherese civilization may not have existed yet.

It would not be until more than 2,500 years later that the latter would dig up the famous "Scroll of Netheril" and start his own era.

Therefore, although the history of the Calimshan region is far less important, glorious, powerful, and arrogant than Netheril in the eyes of many scholars.

The latter almost represents the highest achievement that the human race can achieve in magic.

But Zuo Si, who has carefully read the history of Calimshan, related materials, and research notes, is very clear that there is not a lot of precious magical knowledge and materials preserved here.

Especially those elves who were captured and imprisoned after the collapse of the empire brought unimaginable wealth to the spellcasters in Calimshan.

You must know that Djinn, a special alien creature, is a bit like the magic lamp in the story of Aladdin's Lamp on Earth.

You can give a non-djinn race three times an ability similar to the nine-ring magic [Wish Spell].

Therefore, high-level spellcasters here can often obtain a lot of knowledge, rare materials and various weird creatures from other planes through the wish-making ability given by the djinn.

Of course, there are many idiots who "disappear" out of thin air because they are too greedy and make wishes that cannot be realized at all.

"Sounds like a good place for adventure and treasure hunting, doesn't it?" Zuo Si joked half-seriously.

Of course he was very interested in the treasures buried in the desert, but he would never try his luck without any guarantees and preparations.

Ailuolin stared at Zuo Si like a madman, and after half a minute she warned: "You'd better give up this unrealistic idea. There are many adventurers in Calimport who dream of getting rich overnight. , as well as mages and warlocks who longed to gain powerful power, but they never came back alive after entering the depths of the desert."

"If I insist on going, will you still follow me?" Zuo Si asked with interest.

"Of course! This is a trial and test given to me by God!"

Without any hesitation, Ai LuoLin immediately responded in the affirmative.

Zuo Si raised his eyebrows incomprehensibly: "You know you will die, but you still want to stay with me? Are all paladins as rigid as you and don't know how to adapt?"

"No! This is not rigidity and inflexibility! This is courage, persistence, responsibility, protection and sacrifice! I promised the chief priest that I will be by your side, so I must do it, even if the price I have to pay is death." Ai Luo Lin corrected with a serious look.

It can be seen that this young girl has extremely firm beliefs, and her two dark blue eyes are as clear and transparent as lake water.

"I see……"

Zuo Si finally understood why the paladin profession was known as "the last hope that will never be extinguished."

Even if they disagree with some of their behaviors and ideas, others around them will retain the most basic respect.

From the moment they were inspired to become paladins, these people almost gave up all "personal desires" and became outright "altruists."

That is, if you have a companion paladin by your side.

Then there is basically no need to worry too much about being injured before he dies in battle.

Because the paladin will use his body and life to protect everyone around him, even complete strangers.

pure!

Selfless!

Dedication!

Consider fighting against evil and protecting the weak as your lifelong pursuit!

The paladin represents the most beautiful and shining part of human nature, and is also the embodiment of all virtues.

After understanding the logic of Ellen's behavior, Zuo Si quickly held up a parasol and closed his eyes as if falling asleep.

But in fact, he was reading the books that had been stored in the "Thinking Library" but had not been read carefully.

After all, the length of this desert from north to south is at least more than 600 kilometers. According to the speed of walking 30 to 50 kilometers a day, it will take at least more than half a month.

Instead of wasting your precious time staring at the yellow sand all day long, it’s better to use it effectively.

Anyway, with Alena driving the camel, there is basically no need to worry too much about getting separated from the caravan.

Seeing that Zuo Si closed his eyes and stopped talking, Ai LuoLin also chose to close his mouth and pulled the cloak hard to block the harsh sunlight as much as possible to prevent the metal armor on his body from being burned and causing his body temperature to rise.

Although the paladin rarely gets sick under the protection of the power of worship, she doesn't want to make trouble for herself.

You know, in a dry desert, there is no way to take a bath.

Water, the source of life, is a truly scarce resource here, sometimes even more precious than gold.

Compared with the others who were sweating profusely, Alena, who was close to Zuo Si, not only couldn't feel the slightest bit of heat, she didn't even sweat a drop.

Because the [frozen pearl] hanging on the camel saddle has reduced the surrounding ambient temperature to about ten degrees.

Alena even felt a little cold, so she took off her hood to let the harsh sunlight shine directly on her head.

Soldiers in heavy armor and little werewolves followed closely around, enjoying the slightest coolness brought by the [frozen pearls].

Only the half-orc warrior Rhett, who knew nothing about it, walked at the front of the team and chatted with the mercenaries to pass the time.

As for the poor drow prisoner who was tied behind the camel, he had already fainted from the hot sun.

After all, the black elves were originally a race living in the underground world, and they had a strong hatred and fear of the sun.

Not to mention being thrown into the desert and exposed to the sun like now, even the most ordinary sunlight during the day can make them feel weak, painful and desperate.