Shadow Trails in Azeroth

"Loa, sir! This is Hakoa, the Snow Leopard God of the North. Why was she tortured like this?"

Princess Talanji and her Loa priests boarded the Death God and soon saw the dying Snow Leopard Goddess under the cabin. As a young princess, Talanji had only read about the loa of the North in the loa tomes of Zandalari.

According to the records in those files, the Snow Leopard Goddess, who was born in the coldest snow-capped mountains of Azeroth, is the most beautiful and holy existence among all the Loa gods.

It is said that she has the most gorgeous fur in the world, as well as the most agile hunting eyes and the wildest hunting power.

Princess Talanji used to think that this description was too sentimental and exaggerated, but when she saw the white-skinned and black-spotted snow leopard in front of her, she couldn't help but be shocked by Hakoa's beauty and sanctity.

But what emerged after the shock was anger.

Beauty parties are a glorious tradition for young girls. They always instinctively prefer things that look beautiful.

So, Her Royal Highness the Princess of Zandalari looked back at Black, who was holding a pipe in his mouth, and said seriously:

"Who on earth harmed such a sacred and beautiful being?"

"Do you even need to ask?"

The pirate rolled his eyes and said:

"Who else but you heartless troll followers could harm a loa to this extent? She was obviously backstabbed by her most trusted loa priest.

This kind of thing has always been common in your group of Loa priests.

Of course, I can tell by the look in your eyes that if you don’t believe me, it doesn’t matter, I have witnesses. "

Black pouted at the hooded Sylvanas next to him, who turned her head and pretended not to see it.

The smelly pirate immediately looked at Maris with dissatisfaction and said:

"Hey, Ranger General, take care of your woman!"

"Well"

Maris blinked helplessly and whispered a few words to Shiva. Under the persuasion of her lover, the expression of the second Windrunner sister relaxed slightly.

I don’t know what Maris promised, but after ten seconds, Sylvanas said hoarsely:

"Just last night, I led my rangers to investigate the war situation between the frost trolls and the undead near Ms. Hakoa's temple, and unexpectedly uncovered a conspiracy against the Snow Leopard Goddess.

Her chief priest secretly defected to the Frost King Malak, and poisoned Hakoa's tribute.

When we arrived, those crazy trolls had already cut open Hakeya's belly. They were preparing to take out the heart of the Snow Leopard Goddess to complete the cruel ritual of depriving her of divine power, and use the power of hunting to create divine warriors.

My rangers and I made great sacrifices to save Hakoa. We planned to find our elven allies to discuss sending the dying Loa to the Eastern Continent for treatment, but we encountered a damn sneak attack."

As soon as Sylvanas spoke, Princess Talanji immediately recognized the woman's identity, and the group of troll priests behind her also became unkind.

The conflict between trolls and elves has been going on for a long time, and this is definitely not a grudge that can be settled with just a few words.

So the next second, Princess Talanji responded with a sneer:

"Huh? An arrogant white-skinned elf, a god who wants to save our trolls? Are you telling a story, or are you joking? I even have reason to suspect that you made these up.

Maybe you were the one who attacked the sacred Loa!

You cunning elves have plenty of reasons to do so! "

"Shut up, stupid troll, if things hadn't come to this, I would have sent an arrow into your head as a 'gift' when I saw you.

Just like when I used to hunt Amani trolls.

I don't have a Zandalari troll head as a trophy yet, and I'd like to know, what's the difference between your screams when you're hit by arrows and those of the weak Amani?

I heard that the Zandalari trolls are noble, maybe you will sing instead of mourning? "

The cold Shiva said in a cold and unhappy tone:

"As for why I wanted to save Hakeya, it's very simple. I passed the trial of the Snow Leopard Goddess, and I got her offspring as a battle pet that is connected to my soul.

The Windrunner family always repays kindness and revenge.

So, isn’t it normal for me to help your god escape the fate of death? "

As she spoke, the second Windrunner sister blew a hunter's whistle, and Gudelia, the white and purple ghost snow leopard, appeared beside its owner with a roar.

This majestic big cat let Shiva's hand stroke its head and purred comfortably.

This intimate gesture could not be faked and left the skeptical trolls speechless.

"Is the situation clear?"

The pirates admired the confrontation between the cold and arrogant Shiva and the proud Princess Talanji.

He liked to watch women quarreling most. After the dispute between the two came to an end, he coughed and asked:

"So, now it's time to talk about our affairs, right? I'll trade one Loa for another, little Talanji girl, and I'll give you the dying Hakoa to take back to Zandalar, so you You will be able to seize the supreme reputation of 'Savior of Loa' in the Golden Dynasty and lay a solid foundation for you to take over the kingship in the future.

In the face of such benefits, it is not unacceptable for you to help my good-for-nothing friend complete the ascension ceremony, right? "

"Yeah yeah."

Gaboa, who was lying on the stretcher next to him, his belly getting bigger and bigger, his expression getting more and more painful, as if he was about to give birth, also shouted:

"We despicable pirates all know fair dealing, and now that my friend has given you such a big gift, it would be too much for you to pretend.

My fleet is here now. If you take the money and do nothing, even if I die, my fleet will do its best to turn your Zuldazar into a ruins of fire! "

Gaboya screamed with a ferocious expression:

"Seven thousand years ago, I followed my captain Zemlan to attack your golden city. I can still do it seven thousand years later! If you don't believe me, try it!

See if I dare to overthrow your throne! "

"Is this your attitude when asking for help?"

The forced Princess Talanji asked in a bad tone.

Gaboa's tone was more direct and rogue. He patted his belly as if he was pregnant with sextuplets and shouted:

"I'm almost dead! Do you care what you think? Get to work!"

"snort."

Although the young princess of Zandalar was born into a noble family and had a proud character, she was by no means stupid.

She glanced at the chaotic divine power of Gaboa, then turned back to discuss a few words with the Loa priests behind her. Finally, Her Royal Highness looked at Black. She took a deep breath and said seriously:

"I apologize to you for my rudeness just now, Lord Black. Facts have proved that the instructions of my father and the Dark Prophet were correct. You are indeed a very magical person.

I long for your friendship and your help.

But it is the tradition of the priests of Zandalaloa to draw a clear line with 'divine thieves' like Gaboa, and as a member of the priests, I cannot violate this clause.

After all, you should know that the Loa behind me is watching me. "

The princess paused and said to Black:

"But there are no absolutes in this world. As a friend of the Golden Dynasty, your face is worthy of us giving you a wide berth. Therefore, if you can persuade the Loa I serve to show mercy to Gaboa, then we can start to work for him now." To regulate his shamelessly stolen divine power.

This kind of thing is not difficult for the most orthodox Loa priests.

We have this knowledge. "

"Well, the Loa you serve?"

The pirate blinked and said:

"Is it Raizan, the Loa of the kings, the spirit of all spirits, and the god of strength? I heard that members of the Zandalari royal family will only serve it, and Raizan's supreme power will only serve your family. Turn on."

"Yes."

Princess Talanji nodded with pride from the bottom of her heart and said:

"When I was born, I became His Majesty Lezan's Shadow Hunter. It watched me grow up. It taught me the principles and rules of being a king. It gave me strength and glory.

I cannot go against His Majesty Lezan's will, so I can only ask you to talk to His Majesty Lezan in person. "

"Then let it come."

Blake glanced at Gaboa, who was almost in pain.

He took off his pipe and said:

"Let me persuade this Loa, the most powerful god ever born in the world except for the Father of Night. I didn't see it last time when I went to Zandalari. It was really disappointing."

"Please wait."

Although she was young, she was very observant, and she decisively surrendered to Black and gained the kindness of the pirates. Her Royal Highness took a few steps back. With the help of several Loa priests, a strange white brazier was quickly lit.

The young princess knelt before the brazier.

She chanted the name of Lazan in the language of Zandalari, and as the incense rose, the white smoke soon gathered into a huge head in front of Black's eyes.

Well, just one head already occupied the cabin of the Reaper. This huge Loa spirit was almost the largest creature the pirate had ever seen.

Its complete body is estimated to reach more than thirty meters, which is larger than an adult Goron. It is truly a giant.

Although the power of the Loa gods is not demonstrated by the size of their bodies, the moment the head emerged from the smoke, the entire Death God was shrouded in its majesty.

The pirate threw out a scout with quick eyes and hands. The next moment, he saw the attribute entry of the god of power who came in front of him:

Name: Guardian of Kings/God of Strength/Spirit of All Souls·Lezan

Race: Origin Devilsaur [Legendary Race]

Occupation: Level 60 Origin Beast·Elite/Level 60 Warrior·Elite/Level 60 Wilderness Stalker·Elite

Legendary profession: Level 12 Beast Lord·Leader/Level 12 War Lord·Leader/Level 12 King of Beasts·Leader

Mythical profession: Level 3 Loa [Powerful Divine Power]/Level 2 Civilization Guardian [Founder of Zandalari]

Possessing Artifact: The Contract of Kings of the First Emperor Dasa

Artifact attributes: Civilization binding·Faith blessing·Immortal body·Eternal spirit

Character description:

The weak and cunning Loa have always been inherently deficient, and it is difficult for them to compete with the real demigods of the wilderness in strength.

But Raizan, who was born as Loa, is an exception.

Lezan once had the opportunity to become a true demigod of the wilderness, but he gave up obeying the will of nature and instead tied his existence to an eternal civilization.

Facts have proved that Lezan's choice was correct.

From this eternal protection, it gained power far beyond that of ordinary demigods.

Be in awe of it, because it represents not only yourself, but also the weight of a civilization.

This long list of explanations fully proves that the Zandalari trolls' supreme worship of Ryzan is not an illusion. The most powerful Loa in front of him is almost one of the most powerful creatures in Azeroth that Black has ever seen. One.

If there was a real fight, Black estimated that even Ursoc wouldn't be able to defeat this cunning Devilsaur that was bound to the Zandalari civilization.

But the pirate also knew that he didn't have to be afraid of Lezan.

because

"You owe me a huge favor, Your Majesty Raizan."

This was the first thing Black said to Lezan.

He put his hands on his hips and said to Loa Vision who was looking at him:

"I helped you escape a certain death fate. You should know what I am talking about. The dark prophet Zul should also tell you all about the future that has been changed by me.

A being like you shouldn't want to default on your debt, right? "

"I know."

Lezan's voice was low and majestic, fully demonstrating his composure that was completely different from other Loa's. It stared at the pirates with its yellow beast eyes.

it says:

"I have also glimpsed my ending in dreams. I will die in a sad conspiracy, a conspiracy spun by G'huun and Bwonsamdi.

I will lose the power to protect myself, and my death will continue to weaken the Zandalari civilization that I protect. That is a future I don't want to see.

For that, I have to thank you, Black Prophet Black. But you don’t have to ask for payment from me, because I already returned this favor to you ten thousand years ago. "

As he spoke, Lezan moved his phantom's neck, allowing the pirates to see the horrific scars on its neck under its luxurious golden armored helmet.

It was a scar that almost severed Lazan's neck, a real fatal wound.

When he saw the scar, the pirate immediately nodded clearly. He did not ask more about this issue, but changed the topic and said:

"Then since we have been friends for a long time, I will not be polite. I need you to allow Princess Talanji to help Gaboa complete the ascension ceremony!"

"Can."

Lezan agreed without hesitation.

But then, this huge god of power spoke:

“But protecting Haqua is not enough, Black.

I know your magic, and I want you to help my shadowhunter Talanji continue to save my weaker companions in the dark lands of doomed Zul'Drak.

Lennok can stay in the Northland and live with its Ursine followers, but Akali, the god of charge, and Ghatuth, the god of brute strength, still have the possibility of being saved.

They must be returned to Zandalar.

They will become part of my herd of beasts when faced with demonic invasions in the future. "

"You big shots are really going to find trouble for me."

Blake picked up his pipe and curled his lips and said:

"How much trouble does this create out of thin air? This means that I have to go deep into the dangerous Zul'Drak and rescue two trapped gods from the trolls who have been frightened crazy by the undead.

And as far as I know, Akali is okay. Although that guy is reckless and hot-blooded, he has some brains. But Mattos is an out-and-out bad-tempered and reckless man.

Its temper is unwilling to be humiliated, and it may choose to commit suicide. "

"If you can't save even one Mattos, then you are no longer the omnipotent prophet in black in my memory."

Lezan let out a low laugh, and as the smoke dissipated, it said:

"It's so pleasant to see you again after ten thousand years. Keep moving forward, Blake. Move forward bravely. I and others are looking forward to the future you promised us.

The future will be woven by your own hands.

Finally, thank you for your help, my old friend. "

"Buzz"

The illusion of Lazan's power dissipated in the next moment, and Princess Talanji, the carrier of its will, also opened her eyes. The young princess listened to the secret conversation between Lazan and Black.

This made Talanji look at the ordinary, smelly pirate in front of him with awe.

She had never seen the God of Power be so gentle to a person.

friend?

The supreme Rezan actually calls Blake a friend. Oh my God, this is a terrible secret that keeps people awake at night.

"Shhh"

Blake saw the change in Princess Talanji's expression. He raised his finger to his mouth and made a silent gesture towards the princess. Then, he waved his hand and said to the troll priests:

"Why are you still standing there? Your civilized guardians have already agreed to my request. You servants, hurry up and do your work! Haven't you seen that my good-for-nothing friends are all but breathless?

Get to work quickly!

I want to see with my own eyes the incompetent pirate god appear today. Although he will become a god, he will still listen to my orders in the future. If he dares to disobey, I will kill this bastard. "

"Ah, yes, yes, everything you say is right."

Gaboa, who was lying there with a face full of surprise, could no longer care about the embarrassment. He loudly and shamelessly echoed Black's statement, and screamed to urge the priests to work quickly.

However, the ascension ceremony is not just something you want to do.

Especially if Gaboa wants to become the pirate god, his ascension ceremony must be connected with the sea.

So the Reaper took off again, carrying a crowd of onlookers and flew towards Risk Bay in the Grizzly Hills.

They had a lot of fun today.

It is said that the birth of a Loa requires the permission of a mortal. This sounds too outrageous, and it is indeed outrageous upon closer inspection, but considering that this mortal is named Black Shaw, this seems understandable.

As for shame

Gaboa is already preparing to pursue the pirate priesthood, how could he still care about being embarrassed or not?

So, everyone is happy.