Chapter 2: New Century (Epilogue)
Chapter: Chapter 198: Holy Knight of Light
Chapter 198: Holy Knight of Light
Why would anyone refuse such a great opportunity?
Although Xi Wei didn’t know what a Holy Knight of Light was, he figured it wouldn’t be too bad if it required divine power to transform.
Logically, beings of the lawful good alignment generally wouldn’t deceive others. Still, Xi Wei trusted himself more, so he didn’t agree outright.
Instead, he feigned hesitation, asking somewhat uncertainly, “But wouldn’t the cost be too great for you?”
Gabriel shook his head upon hearing this, saying dismissively, “No need to worry. You only need to tell me if you are willing. Of course, if you are not willing, I will have no choice but to kill them.”
This answer was acceptable.
Xi Wei felt a little more at ease.
At that moment, the duration of his Divine Descent had ended.
The power of the Seraph dispersed like a tide, transforming into a translucent figure clad in holy vestments and ascending into the sky.
He felt a trace of the Seraph’s lingering aura within him. He couldn’t help but bring up his status panel and discovered he had indeed gained something like a buff.
[Blessing of Lewenstein] 20% increased damage against Undead and Demon lifeforms (Permanent Reinforcement)
[Details] Your act of toppling the dome of the Church of Light with your sword has greatly amused Lewenstein. This is the first enjoyment it has found after a long period of dormancy.
Xi Wei: “…”
What a character.
Lewenstein is half-dead and still so spirited!
Gabriel also saw Lewenstein returning.
He solemnly gazed at the heroic spirit of the angel from the Sleeping Land and raised his holy sword to salute it.
These were heroes from Ragnarok, deserving of his remembrance and respect.
He then turned his gaze back to Xi Wei, awaiting his reply.
This time, Xi Wei had no reason to hesitate. His strongest trump card had departed, and it seemed Gabriel had no intention of suddenly turning hostile.
“Then I will trouble you, Your Excellency.”
Xi Wei nodded in agreement and then summoned the ten Terrifying Phantom Riders before him.
Although these Terrifying Phantom Riders recoiled from Gabriel’s aura, under Xi Wei’s forceful command, they stiffened their resolve and stood neatly before him.
Their eye sockets’ Undead Ghost Fire visibly dimmed.
Gabriel, the named Archangel, saw this and secretly nodded, further confirming his suspicions.
At the same time, he no longer doubted Xi Wei’s words.
He raised his holy sword, his expression becoming solemn. The clouds in the sky parted, revealing a corner of a magnificent structure.
Gentle Holy Light projected down from deep space, like sunlight piercing through clouds, falling upon the ten Terrifying Phantom Riders.
Gabriel’s divine radiance flared, and a powerful hymn resonated around him.
From the Holy Light emanating from the horizon, ten knights clad in resplendent armor, mounted on warhorses formed of golden Holy Light, charged forth.
They wielded lances and shields that shimmered with Holy Light. One by one, they plunged into the bodies of the Terrifying Phantom Riders.
“Urghhh—”
The Terrifying Phantom Riders let out agonizing roars, and golden beams of light erupted from their bodies, like golden swords piercing from within.
However, these swords did not kill them.
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The black Undead armor shattered like eggshells, revealing golden, resplendent armor covered in soft Holy Light.
The skeletal warhorses grew flesh radiating a faint Holy Light, appearing taller and more formidable.
Sharpened Holy Light lances and ornate Holy Light shields appeared.
Moments later, a line of Holy Knights, whose lineage was obvious at a glance, appeared before Xi Wei.
Xi Wei could feel that he could still command them freely.
Clearly, Gabriel had not tampered with these Holy Knights.
After being transformed from Terrifying Phantom Riders into Holy Knights, their status panels also underwent drastic changes:
[Name: Holy Knight of Light]
[Identity: Radiant Heroic Spirit]
[Strength: Sky Knight Level 53 (53-60)]
[Skills: Holy Light Physique (Passive), Courage Link (Passive), Heroic Spirit Encouragement (Passive), Holy Light Judgment]
[Details]
Holy Light Physique: Increases damage against demons and undead by 50%.
Courage Link: For every additional Holy Knight of Light, the overall abilities of all Holy Knights of Light increase by 2% (cap at 200%). If one Holy Knight of Light dies, the overall abilities of the remaining Holy Knights of Light increase by 5% (cap at 500%).
Heroic Spirit Encouragement: When Holy Knights of Light are present, the morale of all lawful order faction units passively increases, preventing them from falling into a state of cowardice.
Holy Light Judgment: The Holy Knight of Light channels the power of Holy Light to pass judgment on an enemy, with damage increased based on the enemy’s degree of sin, up to a maximum of 100%.
[Church of Light Reputation: 2 (A group of Holy Knights of Light transformed by Archangel Gabriel, imbued with the Archangel’s hope and blessings. They have just been born and are unknown to anyone.)]
[Kolon Empire Reputation: 1 (These Holy Knights of Light will follow your footsteps, eradicating all evils and clearing all enemies.)]
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Terrifying Phantom Rider – Mailden
Mailden was originally a powerful knight until he rescued the elf Shylana Whisperwind from an Ogre.
This act of hero saving the beauty marked the beginning of his downfall.
Shylana’s beauty and gentleness infatuated Mailden, but Mailden already had a wife and children.
Desire drove him.
Mailden eventually commanded his subordinates to eliminate his wife and children.
The subordinates who completed the task eloped with the elf Shylana Whisperwind when faced with accusations of murder.
Mailden was left alone to face the baron’s soldiers, as his murdered wife was the baron’s daughter.
With fists unable to rival four hands, despite Mailden’s considerable strength, he was eventually captured by the baron’s soldiers.
In the dungeons, Mailden repented for his actions and, seeking guidance, was told that he must complete a mission to atone for his mistakes.
The elf’s infidelity gave rise to Mailden’s growing fear and anger, ultimately causing him to abandon this important mission.
The failure of the mission led to a great catastrophe that swept across the entire continent.
And when the elf gave birth to a boy, Mailden, refusing to acknowledge his son, killed both mother and child.
After the raging fire that swept through the castle burned everything, the deceased Mailden could not find peace in his lingering rage and regret.
Ultimately, he became a Terrifying Phantom Rider.
— “Strange Tales of Cain”
