Chapter 312
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Chapter 312
The elders of various sects gathered in Prophis, discussing their strategy. There were many from both continents, representing a wide variety of interests. Gathering all the forces they could had made them formidable, but their actions werent able to be kept fully secret. The Whispering Watchers had an opportunity to gather some allies of their own.
How shall we go about doing this? Elder Adelina of the Frostmirror Sect asked.
Why debate? Elder Sarka of the Glorious Flame Palace complained. We should just go in and crush them.
A straightforward attack suits us as well, Elder Vasu of Million Sword Vault confirmed.
I am not fond of the idea of having to deal with their formations, Kseniya grimaced. I think we should start by sending them a message.
Good point, Sarka agreed. Have to let them know why theyre getting destroyed.
And who would we send? Adelina asked, Who, that would not end up a sacrifice?
I have a solution that should please you both well enough. Ill be the messenger, Kseniya said, one hand tapping her bow.
Youll kill one of them, then? a younger man from one of the local sects asked. We intend to stand and fight, but we only intend to take out the traitors. And their elders are all holed up
Theyre all traitors, Kseniya declared. And I can prove it easily enough. They sent an elder to kill my disciple first, so there shouldnt be any complaints if I start killing their disciples.
For a righteous sect, that position is a bit extreme, a much older man commented.
Theres no point in letting an open sore like this grow and fester, Kseniya said. And you can all observe my technique. Ive been working on it. I find its much too slow to verify someones status as a Twin Soul and then shoot them.
What does that mean? Elder Sarka asked.
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The Whispering Watchers had some idea about Kseniyas existence. She had not been inactive since coming to the continent, after all. But even so, they werent fully aware of her capabilities. If they had been, they wouldnt have let anyone step a single foot outside of the bounds of the defensive formations surrounding their core.
The time from the spirit arrow being shot to when it pierced through the chest of the targeted disciple was insignificant, at least for those who were not at late Essence Collection at the minimum and able to sense it from far off. Thus, by the time the first arrow had arrived several more were on their way.
Well, looks like someone got lucky, Kseniya commented.
The first disciple to be pierced through the chest looked down, knowing he just had a surge of energy go through him. But he looked to see no wound. Yet nearly simultaneous arrows struck his companions, half of which perished. Even Kseniya couldnt track the expressions on the faces of people at that distance, but it should be fear and confusion.
The other elders remained next to Kseniya. I see, Sarka commented. Thats a good one. Only damaging people from the Twin Soul Sect? You should have shared that earlier.
I know enough about myself that most wouldnt understand my methods and there are some drawbacks.
The attacks are weak, right? Adelina commented. But it reveals them at the same time. Its quite hard to deny. Not that we had doubts anyway.
Im taking the shot, Kseniya said. Of course, that was only after her hands had already gone through the motions and the arrow was on its way.
Adelina sighed, but watched closely as her arrow pierced through the back of Farrukh. The elder turned and frowned, though he was already so far that they could not see his expression. Wait a moment, Adelina frowned. Did you can you just ignore defensive energy as you please? Even if your arrow doesnt react to him his defenses.
If only things were so simple, Kseniya grinned widely. No, this technique requires a certain honesty to it. It doesnt work like that.
Adelina mentally noted that she didnt say that it couldnt be done, however. A simple misunderstanding, perhaps. Or perhaps Kseniya would be a fearsome opponent in the future. Not that Adelina expected to have any conflict with the Order of Ninety-Nine Stars. Glorious Flame Palace, maybe, but not the Order.
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Uuuugh Im tired of waiting, Alva complained and rolled around on the ground. She wished she could be flopping around on Fuzz back, but he was still on another continent- a choice she was never going to make again.
This is how it is before every big battle, Anish commented.
Precisely, Annelie affirmed.
And I get tired every time! Alva threw up her hands. Just because you can turn off boredom or whatever doesnt mean the rest of us can.
A lack of emotion is actually very much like boredom, Annelie commented.
... Im glad I didnt get stuck with the Frostmirror Sect, Alva shook her head.
It suits me quite well, I think, Annelie said impassively.
Yeah, Anish nodded. Uh, everyone has to find the technique most suited for them.
Do you think well have to do a siege? Alva wondered. I feel like they might make us.
Elder Vasu claimed to be a master at dismantling formations, the other cousin pointed out.
Im pretty sure that just means he would chop it into pieces? Alva frowned. He doesnt feel anything like Catarina or the others.
Oh. Right. Annelie actually blushed slightly, for the brief moment before she regained control. Its likely quite effective.
Anish mulled something over in his head. You were right, Alva. About Swordmaster Viannes Sect.
Obviously. How can you have a famous member of your sect whos a spy and not figure it out?
It happens more often than you might think, Anish shrugged. Even some of the Glorious Flame Palace elders had to be removed.
Further conversation was cut off by a wave of energy from up ahead. The defensive formation of the sect wobbled and shrunk in size, the massive change in energy obvious to all but the weakest present- despite the distance. As for what it was doing, it became clear soon enough that there were components of it that could be moved, allowing a slightly weaker but mobile bubble of power to protect the advancing enemy ranks. It was powered not only by the core that normally maintained it, but elders from the various sects aligned with the Whispering Watchers. Its defensive power prevented any attacks at a long distance, and while Grand Elder Kseniya was the only one who could attack them at the beginning, she could cause enough damage on her own.
Various sects and groups within them began to maneuver with relation to the bubble. It would be optimal to surround it, but if any group got too close alone they might be attacked by the whole of the enemy forces at once. That was a deterrent to most, except for the disciples of the Million Sword Vault, along with Chikere. Glorious Flame Palace was more cautious than them, until they saw the approach- then they rushed to catch up. Other sects moved to at least form a semicircle that would be of some advantage to them. The only problem was the barrier. In theory, it could prevent attacks coming in but not going out- which meant they would soon be in range of many of the Whispering Watchers causing great damage.
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Chapter 312
The elders of various sects gathered in Prophis, discussing their strategy. There were many from both continents, representing a wide variety of interests. Gathering all the forces they could had made them formidable, but their actions werent able to be kept fully secret. The Whispering Watchers had an opportunity to gather some allies of their own.
How shall we go about doing this? Elder Adelina of the Frostmirror Sect asked.
Why debate? Elder Sarka of the Glorious Flame Palace complained. We should just go in and crush them.
A straightforward attack suits us as well, Elder Vasu of Million Sword Vault confirmed.
I am not fond of the idea of having to deal with their formations, Kseniya grimaced. I think we should start by sending them a message.
Good point, Sarka agreed. Have to let them know why theyre getting destroyed.
And who would we send? Adelina asked, Who, that would not end up a sacrifice?
I have a solution that should please you both well enough. Ill be the messenger, Kseniya said, one hand tapping her bow.
Youll kill one of them, then? a younger man from one of the local sects asked. We intend to stand and fight, but we only intend to take out the traitors. And their elders are all holed up
Theyre all traitors, Kseniya declared. And I can prove it easily enough. They sent an elder to kill my disciple first, so there shouldnt be any complaints if I start killing their disciples.
For a righteous sect, that position is a bit extreme, a much older man commented.
Theres no point in letting an open sore like this grow and fester, Kseniya said. And you can all observe my technique. Ive been working on it. I find its much too slow to verify someones status as a Twin Soul and then shoot them.
What does that mean? Elder Sarka asked.
-----
The Whispering Watchers had some idea about Kseniyas existence. She had not been inactive since coming to the continent, after all. But even so, they werent fully aware of her capabilities. If they had been, they wouldnt have let anyone step a single foot outside of the bounds of the defensive formations surrounding their core.
The time from the spirit arrow being shot to when it pierced through the chest of the targeted disciple was insignificant, at least for those who were not at late Essence Collection at the minimum and able to sense it from far off. Thus, by the time the first arrow had arrived several more were on their way.
Well, looks like someone got lucky, Kseniya commented.
The first disciple to be pierced through the chest looked down, knowing he just had a surge of energy go through him. But he looked to see no wound. Yet nearly simultaneous arrows struck his companions, half of which perished. Even Kseniya couldnt track the expressions on the faces of people at that distance, but it should be fear and confusion.
The other elders remained next to Kseniya. I see, Sarka commented. Thats a good one. Only damaging people from the Twin Soul Sect? You should have shared that earlier.
I know enough about myself that most wouldnt understand my methods and there are some drawbacks.
The attacks are weak, right? Adelina commented. But it reveals them at the same time. Its quite hard to deny. Not that we had doubts anyway.
Im taking the shot, Kseniya said. Of course, that was only after her hands had already gone through the motions and the arrow was on its way.
Adelina sighed, but watched closely as her arrow pierced through the back of Farrukh. The elder turned and frowned, though he was already so far that they could not see his expression. Wait a moment, Adelina frowned. Did you can you just ignore defensive energy as you please? Even if your arrow doesnt react to him his defenses.
If only things were so simple, Kseniya grinned widely. No, this technique requires a certain honesty to it. It doesnt work like that.
Adelina mentally noted that she didnt say that it couldnt be done, however. A simple misunderstanding, perhaps. Or perhaps Kseniya would be a fearsome opponent in the future. Not that Adelina expected to have any conflict with the Order of Ninety-Nine Stars. Glorious Flame Palace, maybe, but not the Order.
-----
Uuuugh Im tired of waiting, Alva complained and rolled around on the ground. She wished she could be flopping around on Fuzz back, but he was still on another continent- a choice she was never going to make again.
This is how it is before every big battle, Anish commented.
Precisely, Annelie affirmed.
And I get tired every time! Alva threw up her hands. Just because you can turn off boredom or whatever doesnt mean the rest of us can.
A lack of emotion is actually very much like boredom, Annelie commented.
... Im glad I didnt get stuck with the Frostmirror Sect, Alva shook her head.
It suits me quite well, I think, Annelie said impassively.
Yeah, Anish nodded. Uh, everyone has to find the technique most suited for them.
Do you think well have to do a siege? Alva wondered. I feel like they might make us.
Elder Vasu claimed to be a master at dismantling formations, the other cousin pointed out.
Im pretty sure that just means he would chop it into pieces? Alva frowned. He doesnt feel anything like Catarina or the others.
Oh. Right. Annelie actually blushed slightly, for the brief moment before she regained control. Its likely quite effective.
Anish mulled something over in his head. You were right, Alva. About Swordmaster Viannes Sect.
Obviously. How can you have a famous member of your sect whos a spy and not figure it out?
It happens more often than you might think, Anish shrugged. Even some of the Glorious Flame Palace elders had to be removed.
Further conversation was cut off by a wave of energy from up ahead. The defensive formation of the sect wobbled and shrunk in size, the massive change in energy obvious to all but the weakest present- despite the distance. As for what it was doing, it became clear soon enough that there were components of it that could be moved, allowing a slightly weaker but mobile bubble of power to protect the advancing enemy ranks. It was powered not only by the core that normally maintained it, but elders from the various sects aligned with the Whispering Watchers. Its defensive power prevented any attacks at a long distance, and while Grand Elder Kseniya was the only one who could attack them at the beginning, she could cause enough damage on her own.
Various sects and groups within them began to maneuver with relation to the bubble. It would be optimal to surround it, but if any group got too close alone they might be attacked by the whole of the enemy forces at once. That was a deterrent to most, except for the disciples of the Million Sword Vault, along with Chikere. Glorious Flame Palace was more cautious than them, until they saw the approach- then they rushed to catch up. Other sects moved to at least form a semicircle that would be of some advantage to them. The only problem was the barrier. In theory, it could prevent attacks coming in but not going out- which meant they would soon be in range of many of the Whispering Watchers causing great damage.
Chapter 312The elders of various sects gathered in Prophis, discussing their strategy. There were many from both continents, representing a wide variety of interests. Gathering all the forces they could had made them formidable, but their actions werent able to be kept fully secret. The Whispering Watchers had an opportunity to gather some allies of their own. How shall we go about doing this? Elder Adelina of the Frostmirror Sect asked.Why debate? Elder Sarka of the Glorious Flame Palace complained. We should just go in and crush them.A straightforward attack suits us as well, Elder Vasu of Million Sword Vault confirmed.I am not fond of the idea of having to deal with their formations, Kseniya grimaced. I think we should start by sending them a message.Good point, Sarka agreed. Have to let them know why theyre getting destroyed.And who would we send? Adelina asked, Who, that would not end up a sacrifice?I have a solution that should please you both well enough. Ill be the messenger, Kseniya said, one hand tapping her bow.Youll kill one of them, then? a younger man from one of the local sects asked. We intend to stand and fight, but we only intend to take out the traitors. And their elders are all holed upTheyre all traitors, Kseniya declared. And I can prove it easily enough. They sent an elder to kill my disciple first, so there shouldnt be any complaints if I start killing their disciples.For a righteous sect, that position is a bit extreme, a much older man commented.Theres no point in letting an open sore like this grow and fester, Kseniya said. And you can all observe my technique. Ive been working on it. I find its much too slow to verify someones status as a Twin Soul and then shoot them.What does that mean? Elder Sarka asked.-----The Whispering Watchers had some idea about Kseniyas existence. She had not been inactive since coming to the continent, after all. But even so, they werent fully aware of her capabilities. If they had been, they wouldnt have let anyone step a single foot outside of the bounds of the defensive formations surrounding their core. The time from the spirit arrow being shot to when it pierced through the chest of the targeted disciple was insignificant, at least for those who were not at late Essence Collection at the minimum and able to sense it from far off. Thus, by the time the first arrow had arrived several more were on their way.Well, looks like someone got lucky, Kseniya commented.The first disciple to be pierced through the chest looked down, knowing he just had a surge of energy go through him. But he looked to see no wound. Yet nearly simultaneous arrows struck his companions, half of which perished. Even Kseniya couldnt track the expressions on the faces of people at that distance, but it should be fear and confusion.The other elders remained next to Kseniya. I see, Sarka commented. Thats a good one. Only damaging people from the Twin Soul Sect? You should have shared that earlier.I know enough about myself that most wouldnt understand my methods and there are some drawbacks.The attacks are weak, right? Adelina commented. But it reveals them at the same time. Its quite hard to deny. Not that we had doubts anyway.Im taking the shot, Kseniya said. Of course, that was only after her hands had already gone through the motions and the arrow was on its way. Adelina sighed, but watched closely as her arrow pierced through the back of Farrukh. The elder turned and frowned, though he was already so far that they could not see his expression. Wait a moment, Adelina frowned. Did you can you just ignore defensive energy as you please? Even if your arrow doesnt react to him his defenses.If only things were so simple, Kseniya grinned widely. No, this technique requires a certain honesty to it. It doesnt work like that.Adelina mentally noted that she didnt say that it couldnt be done, however. A simple misunderstanding, perhaps. Or perhaps Kseniya would be a fearsome opponent in the future. Not that Adelina expected to have any conflict with the Order of Ninety-Nine Stars. Glorious Flame Palace, maybe, but not the Order.-----Uuuugh Im tired of waiting, Alva complained and rolled around on the ground. She wished she could be flopping around on Fuzz back, but he was still on another continent- a choice she was never going to make again.This is how it is before every big battle, Anish commented.Precisely, Annelie affirmed.And I get tired every time! Alva threw up her hands. Just because you can turn off boredom or whatever doesnt mean the rest of us can.A lack of emotion is actually very much like boredom, Annelie commented.... Im glad I didnt get stuck with the Frostmirror Sect, Alva shook her head.It suits me quite well, I think, Annelie said impassively. Yeah, Anish nodded. Uh, everyone has to find the technique most suited for them.Do you think well have to do a siege? Alva wondered. I feel like they might make us.Elder Vasu claimed to be a master at dismantling formations, the other cousin pointed out.Im pretty sure that just means he would chop it into pieces? Alva frowned. He doesnt feel anything like Catarina or the others.Oh. Right. Annelie actually blushed slightly, for the brief moment before she regained control. Its likely quite effective.Anish mulled something over in his head. You were right, Alva. About Swordmaster Viannes Sect.Obviously. How can you have a famous member of your sect whos a spy and not figure it out?It happens more often than you might think, Anish shrugged. Even some of the Glorious Flame Palace elders had to be removed.Further conversation was cut off by a wave of energy from up ahead. The defensive formation of the sect wobbled and shrunk in size, the massive change in energy obvious to all but the weakest present- despite the distance. As for what it was doing, it became clear soon enough that there were components of it that could be moved, allowing a slightly weaker but mobile bubble of power to protect the advancing enemy ranks. It was powered not only by the core that normally maintained it, but elders from the various sects aligned with the Whispering Watchers. Its defensive power prevented any attacks at a long distance, and while Grand Elder Kseniya was the only one who could attack them at the beginning, she could cause enough damage on her own. Various sects and groups within them began to maneuver with relation to the bubble. It would be optimal to surround it, but if any group got too close alone they might be attacked by the whole of the enemy forces at once. That was a deterrent to most, except for the disciples of the Million Sword Vault, along with Chikere. Glorious Flame Palace was more cautious than them, until they saw the approach- then they rushed to catch up. Other sects moved to at least form a semicircle that would be of some advantage to them. The only problem was the barrier. In theory, it could prevent attacks coming in but not going out- which meant they would soon be in range of many of the Whispering Watchers causing great damage.
