Regarding the Gold Emblem, the Collector's Handbook records two known ways to obtain it.
First, you must pass the final test of the Trial of Gold; second, there is an extremely low probability that you can obtain it from an NPC.
Compared to the Trial of Fire, the Trial of Gold has one less way to obtain it. However, the Trial of Fire is arguably the most challenging of the seven trials, which results in the fewest holders of the Fire Badge among the seven Azure Badges.
Yu Xiangnan inquired about the location of the Trial of Gold from several NPCs and quickly determined its exact location.
It's astonishing how vast District 023 is; exploring every part on foot would conservatively take several months. Moreover, teleportation between different areas is impossible, thankfully there are roads. So, she drove her RV directly to the Trial of Gold site, arriving at her destination in about half a day.
This RV has been upgraded to be faster, more powerful, and the rear area has been expanded, making it very practical.
While a jetpack would offer high speed, its limited range and conspicuous nature make it unsuitable for this trip.
[Notification]: You have entered the "Trial of Gold" area.
The wind howled, sand and stones flew, and the world was shrouded in a dim yellow light.
In the very center of the arena stood a skeleton exuding an eerie aura. It wore a tattered, oversized hooded robe that fluttered wildly in the biting wind, making a rustling sound.
A chilling green light flickered in the empty eye sockets of the skull.
The area was bustling with players, and judging from the crowd, most of them were there for the trial.
Their levels were mostly between 75 and 80, and their auras and clothing styles were different, making it easy to tell that they came from different servers.
This situation is rarely seen in one's own server.
There were even a few players whose personal information panels Yu Xiangnan scanned, and the server section directly displayed "Server 023".
She stood silently in an inconspicuous corner, her expression calm, observing her surroundings without making a sound.
A moment later, the skull in the center of the arena emitted a hoarse and cold voice that echoed in the empty space: "Warriors, welcome to the Trial of Gold. I have been waiting for you for a long time. Are you ready to accept the trial?"
Almost the instant the words fell, a phantom light screen appeared.
The rules are explained in detail above:
Once the trial begins, all participating players will be teleported to the Golden Trial Grounds.
Hidden within the trial arena are items of varying point values. Teams participating in the trial must collect them within two incense sticks' time limit. Only when the team's total score reaches 80 points will they pass the trial. The higher the item's point value, the more difficult it is to obtain. Furthermore, each player can only carry a maximum of two items per action, which must be delivered to a designated location after collection.
In team matches, if a player is knocked down, they will be eliminated after 20 seconds. However, teammates can revive each other, creating more opportunities for one another. But if all teammates are knocked down, the entire team will be eliminated.
After successfully completing the team competition, the individual challenge will begin.
The single-player challenge consists of three stages, with rules similar to the team competition. Each stage requires players to collect specific items, each carrying a corresponding score. Only when the total score from collected items in each stage reaches the required standard can the player successfully advance to the next stage; otherwise, the challenge is immediately considered a failure.
The Gold Badge can only be obtained by successfully completing all levels of the single-player challenge.
Many players remained calm and showed little reaction after learning the rules.
It's not hard to see that some of them were already very familiar with the rules of the Trial of Gold and had already formed teams in advance. Judging from their tacit communication and calm demeanor, they were probably not participating in the trial for the first time.
Just then, a system notification sounded: [The team match will officially begin in ten minutes. Each team can have a maximum of three players and a minimum of two. Players, please form teams quickly.]
At the entrance to the Trial of Gold, the place was bustling with activity as players gathered in small groups, engaging in lively discussions.
Yu Xiangnan was somewhat worried.
Why is there a team competition? And we have to form our own teams...
According to the game rules, the more people in a team, the greater the advantage, since more people can carry more items, and consequently, the higher the score. However, Yu Xiangnan had a strange premonition. At her level, let alone gathering three people, she probably couldn't even find a single teammate.
Sure enough, half of the ten-minute team-up time had passed, and not a single person was willing to team up with her.
The reason is simple.
Her level was too low, only 72, and everyone else was afraid of having a burden in their team, so naturally they were unwilling to team up with her.
Left with no other choice, Yu Xiangnan decided to take the initiative. She finally spotted a lone player and, after much pleading, the player hesitated and was about to agree.
Just then, a man suddenly appeared and invited the lone player, "Our team is one person short, join us."
After saying that, he glanced at Yu Xiangnan sideways, making no attempt to hide the disdain on his face, and sneered, "With your level, you don't even know your place, yet you come to participate in the trial?"
The surrounding players immediately burst into laughter.
"With her level, she thinks she can participate in the trial? She's simply overestimating herself!"
"With her by my side, this trial is bound to be a disaster."
"......"
The player agreed to the man's invitation without hesitation, even with a hint of smugness.
Upon seeing this, the surrounding crowd burst into laughter again, craning their necks with excitement, waiting to see Yu Xiangnan make an embarrassing escape.
But to everyone's surprise, Yu Xiangnan showed no embarrassment whatsoever; instead, he remained calm and composed.
She gently raised her head, a slight smile playing on her lips, and chuckled. Her smile was full of disdain.
Hehe, speechless.
You want to cricket in front of me?
However, since everyone here only values level, she'll just use an identity modification card to forcibly change her level to 76.
Having made up her mind, she was about to leave.
At that moment, a petite girl, looking timid and hesitant, walked towards her.
The girl nervously twisted her hands together, her eyes darting around, and said in a very soft voice, "Um... if you don't mind, how about we team up? I'm not a high level, but I promise I'll do my best to keep up and I definitely won't hold you back."
After the girl finished speaking, she stared nervously at Yu Xiangnan, her eyes filled with anticipation and trepidation, afraid of being rejected.
Yu Xiangnan was stunned for a moment. Before she could respond, another woman carrying a bow and arrow strode over.
"Tsk, these people are really obsessed, all they care about is rank. Do you need more people? Count me in."
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