Chapter 1826 Vault
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Upon passing through the massive gate, Emery's group found themselves in a vast tunnel. It was truly an otherworldly sight. The tunnel was colossal, stretching out in front of them seemingly without end. It was about a mile wide, and its walls were adorned with intricate, glowing rune patterns that pulsed softly with an ethereal light. These patterns seemed to have a life of their own, moving and shifting as if responding to some mystical rhythm.
As they flew further into the tunnel, Emery and his companions could see half a dozen golden arches adorning the walls. These arches marked the Avalonian gates, the entry points to the complex labyrinth that connected to thousands of smaller vaults.
The sheer scale of the tunnel was overwhelming. It felt like entering an ancient, mystical realm where endless possibilities and unknown challenges lay ahead. The atmosphere inside the tunnel was chilly, and the air seemed to vibrate with a strange energy, adding to the sense of anticipation and mystery.
A moment later, the tunnel's defensive system sprang into action in the form of a massive mirror that emitted a powerful beam capable of annihilating any magus in its path. The Arcanum magus proved to be resourceful in creating a formation that could withstand such an attack.
Simultaneously, hundreds of drones began pouring out of the walls, initiating a battle between the Arcanum magus at the front and the incoming drones. It took only a moment before these drones turned their attention to Emery's group as well.
Amidst the chaos, a massive explosion erupted from the Arcanum's ranks.
As this unfolded, the hundred Arcanum magus made their move, breaking into three distinct groups and selecting different Avalonians gates. They appeared to have a specific strategy in mind, dividing their forces to explore multiple paths within the tunnel.
Behind Emery's group, more magus entered the gates, and additional drones streamed fort to stop them.Emery wasted no time, prompted with their initial plan to created another portal for the group.
Approaching the composed Uria Alabaster, Jinkan inquired, "Any insights?"
Uria, the most adept spirit reader within their group, calmly pointed in two different directions. "One is situated to the west, approximately 150 miles away. The other is positioned to the north, approximately 300 miles from here."
As the most powerful spirit reader among them, Uria could sense phenomena from much greater distances. Emery also attempted to sense the presence 150 miles to the west and detected a faintly elevated energy amidst the countless readings saturating the caves. However, his attempt to reach the entity positioned 300 miles to the north was met with no success.
With a newfound sense of direction, Jinkan turned her attention to Emery and inquired, "What's your range in this place?"
Emery knew that he couldn't claim an impressive range here due to the abnormal gravity, limiting his portal creation to a mere 50 miles. It paled in comparison to the abilities of a spirit master, and he couldn't help but feel its inadequacy.
"50 for now, but give me time to become more familiar with the place, and I can jump further," Emery explained.
Jinkan nodded and pointed to their nearest target. "Alright, I'll take that 50."
It took Emery a few moments to prepare, but eventually, he located the spot and opened a portal. This portal allowed them to enter the vault without being easily tracked by others, affording them more time to achieve their objectives. However, their entrance placed them right in the midst of Avalonia drones and constructs, forcing them into an immediate confrontation.
"Let's warm up!" Jinkan declared, and Emery along with the group of 30 magus began to battle.