First Lord of Earth

[Would you choose to have the Midas touch on the ‘Rare Copper Treasure Chest (Transformation)’? 】

[Note: Since the rules of heaven and earth are not yet perfect at the current stage, the upgrading of extraordinary-level items by consuming luck will tend to improve their ‘characteristics and craftsmanship’ rather than ‘materials and power’. 】

When Xia Tian took out his first "Mortal Transformation Treasure Box" from the lord space, the option of turning stones into gold appeared.

But at the same time, the will of the earth actually gave an additional reminder.

"Characteristics and craftsmanship, material and power?"

This information is not difficult to understand.

Because the "second fusion" has just been completed, the rules of heaven and earth at the mortal level have not yet been completely determined.

So much so that after the original practitioners in other worlds entered the Eternal Land, they were all pushed to the lower level of transformation.

By the same token, even if you open the golden treasure chest, it is now impossible to obtain super props that can directly correspond to the "ninth level of mortal transformation" creatures, or to obtain advanced materials equivalent to nine transformations.

Of course, this does not mean that the talent of "turning stone into gold" is useless.

Because mortal items will have certain "extraordinary characteristics", the characteristics of a gold item are definitely much stronger than those of white items.

Except for "features," though.

Using "Midas to Gold" on items may also lead to a strengthening direction, which is the "craft" level.

For example, the "Warring States Noble Bronze Sword" he got from the box for the first time was made of very poor material, inferior to the most common iron tools, but because of its good craftsmanship and exquisite shape and decoration, it became "green" quality!

"So, now the enhanced treasure chest is more of a test of 'character'. If the golden item is rated as golden because of its 'characteristics', it is a good deal, but if it is 'craftsmanship', it may be a loss."

Xia Tian was thoughtful.

There is actually a way to avoid "losing money", that is, do not turn the treasure chest into gold, but directly open it first.

Then try to strengthen each item individually. This way, you can determine whether the item is enhanced by "craft" or "characteristics" for the first time.

"However, there are also disadvantages to doing this, that is, some things cannot be found in low-level boxes, such as 'wonderful items'."

"The most important thing is that I have the talent of turning stone into gold. If I don't open the golden box, I always feel like something is missing!"

Xia Tian murmured.

Immediately, "320" points of luck were consumed to upgrade the treasure box in hand to a "Silver Treasure Box (Transformation)", and "640" points of luck were consumed to upgrade it to a "Golden Treasure Box (Transformation)".

Thanks to the killing of a large number of bone undead and jackals, the luck value that was originally a little stretched has become abundant again.

"Moreover, the consumption of luck power has not increased much compared to the mortal level."

Spending less than 1,000 points, Xia Tian is still quite satisfied.

Although there is an increase compared to the mortal treasure chest, it is not too outrageous!

Of course, it’s probably because it’s just started.

In the future, as the laws of heaven and earth determine that the higher the level of transformation of the items that can be found in the treasure box, the corresponding "Midas to gold" will consume more and more power of luck!

"So, it's definitely not a bad thing to open more gold boxes while it's still cheap."

Xia Tian comforted himself.

Well, he had to admit that it was actually because of the anticipation of opening the highest-level box that he was destined to get gold, which he couldn't give up.

"Turn on!"

This time, two brilliant golden lights appeared in the field of vision.

[Obtain: Dragon Boat (gold), Thunder Bow (gold), Water Treading Talisman · 10 (green), Spiritual Stone · 20 (white)]

"Hey, double gold? This wave is definitely a big profit!"

Xia Tian suddenly looked happy.

It's like playing a certain game and getting double yolk eggs ten times in a row, using up a lifetime of European energy!

Two golden items of transcendental level.

The first one turned out to be a boat with a length of more than ten meters, with a large number of gold and white jade decorations on the surface, and a majestic shape that made people feel luxurious and noble at a glance.

[Dragon Boat (Gold)]

[Level] Metamorphosis

[Characteristics] Fubo (driving extremely smoothly on the water, able to suppress the invasion of hurricane waves)

[Description] It is made with the keel of a dragon as its core. Ordinary aquatic creatures will not dare to approach it. The whole body is finely polished with master-level skills, and it is magnificent. It can drive water at high speeds with the help of spiritual stones!

And the second golden item.

It is a war bow with a very strange shape and dark material. It only has a bow body but no string.

[Thunder Bow (Gold)]

[Level] Metamorphosis

[Characteristics] Thunder Arrows (can withstand the power of thunder and convert a large amount of the power of thunder into arrows)

[Explanation] A war bow made of thunder wood requires spiritual power or supernatural power with the attribute of thunder to be used... Because the power of thunder is huge, every time it is used, it will cause a certain amount of damage to the arrows (those below the mortal level) The arrow will be destroyed directly).

[Remarks] This item is quite special. If used in thunderstorms, there is a risk of lightning strikes.

"Good guy, are you sure?"

After Xia Tian saw the properties of the second golden item, his face was astonished.

This was the first time he had seen equipment with such a strong negative effect. It would not only destroy the arrows when shooting, but also risk being struck by lightning.

"Most people wouldn't dare to use this thing."

"But I can think about it. My special power itself is the 'Power of Thunder', which can be improved by absorbing and exploring the same type of power in the 'Eternal Land'... Being struck by lightning is not necessarily a bad thing!"

Xia Tian put the bow in his hand back into the lord space.

Although "Dragon Boat" has a golden name, it obviously contains a bit of water. It is one of those items that is relatively flashy and relies more on craftsmanship to become golden.

But this "Thunder Bow" is truly the top equipment at the current stage.

With this transformational bow, he can fully exert the effects of the "Cloud-Cracking Stone Arrow" and his own special powers. Even when facing silver-level alien heroes, he will not be afraid at all, and may even gain the upper hand.

After all, the power itself belongs to the golden hero!

Then, Xia Tian's eyes fell on the remaining two items.

Ten green-quality "water-treading talismans" have the effect of allowing people to walk on the water for a certain period of time, but each talisman can only be used once.

The spirit stone is the product of the fusion of heaven and earth.

The previous rain of spiritual energy filled the entire world with abundant spiritual energy.

But as time goes by, today's spiritual energy has gradually become thinner, and relying solely on absorbing the spiritual power in the air will be very slow.

Therefore, it is necessary to find channels to obtain additional spiritual power.

The most direct way to do this is to eat food containing spiritual power, including the flesh of mortal beasts, or some spiritual fruits that were born after the fusion of heaven and earth and absorbed spiritual energy.

In addition, it is to look for the "spiritual stones" and "spiritual veins" that were condensed after the previous rain of spiritual energy fell into the ground.

Because spiritual stones not only provide training, but more importantly, many transcendent-level artifacts also need to be driven by "spiritual stones", such as the golden-quality "dragon boat" he just obtained.

It can be said that the pursuit of the spirit stone veins will become the target of many races and forces. Whoever can seize it first will be able to gain the advantage of increased strength!

Of course, for human lords, being able to get spiritual stones directly from treasure chests is much better than many aliens from other worlds.

"Although the medicine I wanted to treat fire poison was not prescribed from the treasure chest."

"But among the four items, the 'Dragon Boat' and the 'Water-Treading Talisman' are both related to water. Is it the will of the earth that reminds us that we need to go to places related to water to find solutions?"

Then, Xia Tian pondered.

After the second fusion of heaven and earth, the nearby environment has undergone tremendous changes.

I don’t know if some areas with water will be added in summer.

But he knew that the river near the territory would definitely use boats.

Because of the fusion, the river is now only one mile away from the edge of his territory. Even through the dense woods, the sparkling waves on the water can be vaguely seen.

"I just don't know that the solution is some kind of spiritual creature that grows in water and can cure fire poison. He is also a person who has a way to remove fire poison!"

Xia Tian's heart is of course more looking forward to the latter.

After all, if he guessed correctly, the doctor who could come to his territory would most likely be the top-potential golden man he was looking forward to, Hua Tuo!

…

"Are you really Hua Tuo? The miracle doctor Hua Tuo!"

At the same time, in a hidden jungle on the other side of the river.

The sloppy swordsman who said "I have to pay more" before was looking at the old man opposite who was carrying the medicine basket with suspicion!

"This old man is indeed Hua Tuo. He doesn't dare to be called a miracle doctor. He can only be said to be proficient in some medical skills."

"You want to chop off my arm, but you still have some medical skills?"

The sloppy swordsman pointed at his swollen arms, which were as big as his thighs and were covered in purple and black, and looked at the old man who called himself "Hua Tuo" carrying the medicine basket with a very unkind expression.

The process must start from the previous encounter between the two.

Not long ago, with a body that reached the limit of the ninth-level human body and a scarred Miao sword, the sloppy swordsman still won the final victory even though he faced ten scorpions of the seventh-level mortal level.

But then, his face changed color.

Because, a scorpion man who was much taller than an ordinary scorpion man and had a purple carapace that looked like a battle armor appeared. He was holding a two-meter long black sword in his hand and slashed at him. Come over.

This is an extremely powerful alien, much stronger than him who has reached the limit of human beings.

In just the first fight, the already broken Miao Dao was chopped to the ground by the dark sword in the opponent's hand.

If he hadn't reacted very quickly and retreated, he would have been cut in two by the opponent with a knife!

"Be careful, it's a foreigner who has broken through the limit and entered the stage of 'transformation'!"

The old man in the medicine basket, who had a relaxed expression before even when he was being chased, suddenly became serious.

At the same time, he took out a large bag of unknown medicinal powder from his medicine basket and threw it towards the purple scorpion man who was about to further chase the sloppy swordsman with his sword.

"snort……"

As a powerful person at the metamorphosis level, the purple scorpion man's reaction was very fast, and he split the flying medicine bag with a backhand knife in the air.

Bang.

But immediately, a large amount of powder was spilled from the exploded medicine bag, hitting him all over his head and face. Following the purple scorpion man's originally very sharp movements, suddenly became a little slow and uncoordinated.

"This pack of ordinary-level Ma Fei Powder can only affect him temporarily. Hurry up and attack the vital points three inches above his abdomen with all your strength!"

The old man in the medicine basket shouted.

As a master who can survive alone in the wild for seven days, the Sloppy Swordsman will naturally not miss the opportunity.

The remaining half of the Miao Dao in his hand, supported by the limit of human body strength, used all his strength to strike hard at the spot mentioned by the old man in the medicine basket.

"Qiang!"

The blade made a loud sound as it struggled to break through the carapace, accompanied by the purple blood of the purple scorpion man splattering everywhere.

However, at the same moment when the sloppy swordsman's broken sword hit the target, the purple scorpion man also forcibly broke away from part of the influence of the "hemp boiling powder", and a layer of black light appeared on the tail with a one-foot-long poisonous needle. It also pierced his arm at the same time, even piercing through the bones!

Of course, after the vital point was penetrated, the other party immediately stopped moving.

But the sloppy swordsman's arm, stabbed by the purple scorpion man's tail needle, also swelled at a speed visible to the naked eye, turning into a terrifying purple-black color in the blink of an eye.

Fortunately, there is a doctor around.

The old man in the medicine basket immediately took out a pair of silver needles and sealed the spreading toxins with just a few needles.

"But the poisonous needle of this metamorphosis-level scorpion alien pierced your bone, so that the poison invaded the bone marrow. I can't pull it out with this silver needle alone, I can only suppress the pain on your arm. Toxicity prevents spread.”

But what the old man in the medicine basket said next made him frown.

"Is there no way to cure it completely?"

Ding Xiu's face sank.

As a top swordsman living in the late Ming Dynasty, he had seen too many lives and deaths.

Because his only junior brother died, he didn't care much about the original world. Being able to enter this eternal place is a blessing rather than a curse for him!

But now, he has a new pursuit in his heart. He wants to experience transformation and even higher scenery. If he loses an arm now, he may have a difficult road ahead.

"Yes, I can cut off your poisoned arm and replace it with the arm of a metamorphosis-level scorpion man. In this way, not only will your strength not be reduced, but you will also be able to improve!"

The old man in the medicine basket said immediately.

"Heh, are you kidding me?"

"Hey, I'm really not joking. Maybe I should tell myself my family name first. I am Hua Tuo, Ziyuanhua, from Qiao County, Peiguo..."

If someone else had said this directly, Ding Xiu probably wouldn't believe it.

But when he heard that the other party claimed to be "Hua Tuo", Ding Xiu suddenly believed him.

After all, except for the Eastern Han Dynasty miracle doctor who tried to open Cao Cao's skull, which doctor would use this treatment method of beheading and changing hands?

"Actually, you don't need to worry about failure to change hands."

"Lao Chan has tried to join the limbs of different creatures before, but it seems to have a special rejection ability. Not only can it not cure diseases, but it can also cause diseases."

"However, there are indeed many more supernatural beings in this eternal land than in our original world. The old man discovered that a kind of 'supernatural power' in his body can actually eliminate the rejection between different creatures, and can even heal by replacing blood and organs. It allows you to transform directly from the mortal world. This is much easier than relying on your own cultivation to achieve breakthroughs. Warrior, do you really not think about it?"

Hua Tuo had a bit of hope on his face.

"It's better not to use it. I would rather lose one hand than replace it with this monster's arm."

"By the way, why on earth did you want to dissect the corpse of this scorpion monster? Don't tell me it was just because of an itchy hand!"

Ding Xiu shook his head, and then asked the old man in front of him, his tone was somewhat profound.

"In fact, when I saw that group of scorpion men, they had just killed a group of humans, and they had cut out the hearts of all men, women, and children alive, saying they wanted to sacrifice to their 'gods'!"

"The old man couldn't help it, so he knocked them all down with Ma Fei Powder. Then, in front of them, he disemboweled a scorpion man with the same method and fed his heart to a wild beast passing by. dog……"

Ding Xiu, who had killed many people, was stunned by Hua Tuo's answer.

The old man in front of him gave him a feeling of immortality, and even his words were somewhat humorous.

His identity is that of a famous doctor with good hands and benevolence, but he did not expect that he would kill animals out of anger, even in a "bloody" way of retaliating with tooth!

"Unfortunately, the potency of the Mafei Powder prepared with ordinary-level medicinal materials is still too weak, and this kind of scorpion man is very resistant to Mafei Powder, and the body is too hard. The old man only cut off one, and the rest were Wake up... Fortunately, strong man, you killed them all."

"Well, since you are not willing to change hands, strong man."

"Then, we must find a safe place to stay as soon as possible. I can prepare a medicine to remove the poison from the flesh and blood of your arm first, and then find another way to remove the poison deep into the bone marrow..."

Later, Hua Tuo said again.

"In fact, I do know a 'place of refuge', just on the other side of the river."

Ding Xiu covered his arms and turned to look at the place on the other side of the river where "stars" were hung to represent human territory.

However, it may be difficult to cross this river now.

Because after the flow surged, the width of the river has exceeded one thousand meters. In addition to some huge and ferocious-looking water monsters, there are also alien races similar to the scorpion people just now!

With one hand disabled, he and Hua Tuo, who didn't have much fighting ability, couldn't cross the river at all.

Could it be that we can only change the direction and find other "human race·sanctuary"?

"Well, look, a boat has appeared on the other side of the river, and there seems to be someone on it!"

Just when the two of them had been observing for a while and were about to give up, their expressions suddenly changed.

"Finally I found you, the murderers who killed my brother and my tribe. Unexpectedly, it turned out to be just two lowly humans!"

However, just as they saw the ship, a voice (Common Language) sounded from behind them.

A large group of scorpion men, who looked like they were wearing black armor and with poisonous needles dangling from their tails, emerged from three sides and surrounded them by the river.

And a mortal-level purple scorpion man stared at the two of them with extreme murderous intent.

Especially the dark sword of the purple scorpion man that Ding Xiu picked up after his weapon broke during the battle!

Sorry, it's a little clumsy.

This chapter has been revised and revised, with many deletions.

In the end, only five thousand words were left.

I may only update this chapter today, and I will make up the remaining 1,000 words in a larger chapter tomorrow.