Chapter 346 You may make a lot of money, but I...
"Has the first battle finally ended?"
Rimuru, who had been controlling the entire situation, couldn't help but smile.
It has to be said that Thanos's first wave of attacks was truly fierce.
The endless swarms of Insectoids were so numerous that they made people despair.
Even players with experience, money, and upgrade stimulation were still somewhat overwhelmed after the high-intensity battle.
But there was no doubt that the unprecedentedly fierce and tragic first battle was won!
Seeing many players collapse directly onto the ground from exhaustion, Rimuru couldn't help but show a knowing smile.
Rimuru was someone who loved playing games, and she empathized with these "fellow daoists" who were so tired from playing games that they collapsed onto the ground.
She even saw her former self!
Why do we love playing games so much?
Even though in the eyes of many adults, these are even spiritual opium and monstrous floods that poison teenagers, why do we still can't stop playing them?
Why?
Even when facing the scornful eyes of parents, teachers, and even good students, why do we still refuse to quit?
Because, in games, we are omnipotent!
Although it's a virtual character, it can help us achieve goals that are forever impossible to achieve in reality.
In games, as long as you put in the effort, there will be rewards, and they are visible rewards.
Today, if I clear a dungeon, then I will definitely receive money, experience, and material rewards.
Unlike reality, where you might work hard for an hour, a day, or a week, and still see no results.
In games, no one cares if you are handsome or not.
In games, if you're happy, you can shout loudly; if you're angry, you can just vent it out.
In games, no one needs to wear a mask and pretend to be that annoying self.
"You all really worked hard, so I'll give everyone some rewards!"
Rimuru smiled, thinking of a phrase—you might make a lot of money, but I will never lose.
[Attention all players: To celebrate the great victory of the "First Battle," all equipment and items in the game mall will be sold at an 20% discount.]
[The Holy War Glory Board is now open. The 1000 players with the greatest contributions in this battle will be listed.]
[The names of the top ten on the Glory Board will automatically appear on the "Hero Monument." The glorious deeds of the top ten will be permanently recorded on the Holy Monument in the form of a TOP10 video, for all players to admire.]
[The Treasure Chest System is now open. All participating players will be rewarded with 10 opportunities to open treasure chests. The 1000 players on the Glory Board will be rewarded with 30 opportunities to open treasure chests. The 10 players on the Hero Monument will be rewarded with 50 opportunities to open treasure chests, including 10 guaranteed advanced treasure chests.]
[The "Title" System is now open. Anyone who achieves extraordinary accomplishments in this game can obtain an exclusive title, and exclusive titles will receive corresponding buffs.]
[The Equipment Enhancement Device is now open. Players can use gold coins to enhance equipment.]
Along with the latest game announcement broadcast across the entire server, all players erupted in excitement.
"Oh my god, did my ears deceive me?"
"When did the dog planner become so generous?"
"Glory Board, Hero Monument, Treasure Chest System, Title System—this game is dead!"
"Ten free opportunities to open treasure chests? So good!"
It has to be said, "free" is always good.
I'll never scold the dog planner again!
In a short while, the entire World was immersed in a sea of joy.
However, after the joy, wails soon filled the air.
Because in this World, there is a type of person called "Non-Chief," and there is a saying called "Luck cannot change fate, nor can money."
That's not all; there's also a type of person in this World called "European Emperor."
No comparison, no harm!
"Holy cow, a Toughness Refinement Sword was actually enhanced to +10, that's too lucky!"
"OH, NO!"
Soon, the guy who was just called the European Emperor was trembling and pale.
The Toughness Refinement Sword, which had just been enhanced to +10, could directly drop from +10 to +1.
"Trash game, ruining my youth, deteriorating my spirit, draining my money!"
"I'm not playing anymore, my mentality has collapsed!"
"Holy cow, that guy named Liu Xiu opened a Hecate!"
"What? Hecate? Liu Xiu didn't choose the Gunner profession, did he?"
"Stupid, a sniper rifle of Hecate's level is priceless, a huge profit, no loss!"
"Holy cow, Liu Xiu opened Iron Man's Mark 4."
"Damn, damn, damn, Liu Xiu just opened another skill book!"
"Skill books can be opened too?"
"True Son of Destiny!"
"Is it still time to change my name?"
"A rename card seems to cost 10,000 points, right?"
"For the happiness of my latter half of life, I'm going for it!"
"Happiness of the latter half? You're so cheap!"
"Get lost!"
"Do you really want to change?"
"Let's try it, maybe it will change our fate?"
"Alright then, let's all change. I've decided to change to Xiao Yan when I go back!"
"Then I'll be Ye Fan!"
"I'm Linley Baruch!"
"I'm Ye Xiu!"
"Then I'll be humble and change to Wushi the Great!"
Everyone: "..."
Although the vast majority of players were wailing, they definitely gained something.
This great battle almost made every player earn a full pot.
After earning money, it was naturally time to spend, spend, spend!
Rare equipment, beautiful skins, high-energy weapons, and the pleasure brought by upgrading and becoming stronger almost submerged everyone in happiness.
As for the fatigue from before, at this moment, it was unknown where it had been washed away to.
With some spare money, many people even started making large purchases and began parties with their "life-and-death" comrades.
Some even performed songs and dances on the spot, and the atmosphere was incredibly lively.
In reality, many people are clumsy with words, but here, everyone is a "hero."
No matter who they face, they can be themselves.
There were even male and female players who, due to mutual admiration during this great battle, were instigated by many players and actually got married in the game.
This wave of dog food was scattered so unexpectedly that everyone who heard the news was full, but almost everyone offered their blessings.
When the two male and female players exchanged rings and kissed, countless people applauded.
Moving, truly moving!
It was just a game, but it gave them a feeling that was even more real than reality.
When Rimuru learned that someone had gotten married in the game, she was somewhat surprised.
Damn it, she actually forgot to design special wedding rings and a wedding system.
You're getting married and not buying a house?
Not buying a wedding dress?
Not buying a diamond ring?
Not buying a mount?
She felt like she had lost a hundred million!
"Aiya, help me make a patch."
Aiya smiled, giggling, "Okay, My Master."
"The First Battle TOP10 series is out!"
Someone shouted, and all the players' attention was immediately drawn.
Players scattered across various locations used transfer items to teleport to Hero Square.
Soon, nearly ninety percent of the players across the entire server gathered in this place.
Looking around, there were densely packed crowds of people.
Not only players, but even many NPCs spontaneously came to this place.
Thousands of salutes sounded in unison, a soaring battle song boomed, and a battle flag representing the "Last Continent" slowly rose.
The atmosphere was truly solemn, making all players involuntarily immerse themselves in it.
I believe everyone has heard of the term—sense of ritual!
When you haven't experienced it firsthand, you might feel that this term has a pretentious, formalistic feel.
But when you truly participate in it and invest yourself in it, you will understand how profound the three words "sense of ritual" are.
After the battle flag rose, all the lights extinguished, and then suddenly converged at one point.
A tall, magnificent, solemn, and majestic Hero Monument slowly rose!
Upon seeing this Hero Monument, countless people felt their blood rush to their heads, their scalps tingle, and their brains even felt like they were crashing.
Is this the Hero Monument?
Are kings, marquises, generals, and prime ministers born with nobility?!
Their names should be on this stone tablet too!
In an instant, something called honor and ambition began to take root and sprout in everyone's hearts.