Skeleton Mage
Rank: Elite.
Level: 33.
Faith Level: None (Ordinary undead creatures cannot provide faith).
Skill: Summon Skeleton Warriors (Beginner).
Rating: 72.
Strictly speaking, this is a unit summoned by magic, so it is not affected by the initial familiar level rules and is only linked to the level of the summoner.
Their strength is a bit weak. At the same level, even 100 of them combined probably wouldn't be enough for two Holy Light Judgments from an angel.
Fortunately, they don't need to spend resources; they only need to spend some mana. Moreover... Jiang Yan looked at the skill list and silently selected 50 skeletons to activate their talent skills.
"Ding, talent activated successfully."
"Trigger the ultimate effect to upgrade the Summon Skeleton Warrior to the maximum level, and up to 16 skeletons can be summoned at a time."
"Triggering the Ascension effect, summoning a skeleton warrior is upgraded to a similar skill, summoning a skeleton archer/shielder..."
Jiang Yan glanced at them and saw that 23 skills had been upgraded to the maximum level, while the rest had been upgraded to the ability to summon other types of skeletons, with the general rating rising to around 120.
"Go to the southern forest and follow Sheena's orders." After completing his advancement, Jiang Yan gave a simple instruction.
While Sheena possesses the ability to spawn undead warriors, this requires them to be hit by her arrows, which wastes considerable resources. With these skeleton mages, a much better undead army can be formed.
The skeleton mages' eyes flickered with fire, and without a word, they marched out of the graveyard in formation, heading in the direction indicated by their command.
Jiang Yan then turned to the dwarves and praised them, "You did a great job. I've decided to give you half a day off. I'll have the Spirit Food Master brew a batch of strong liquor as a reward for you. Furthermore, in recognition of your outstanding performance, I've decided..."
Seeing the dwarves' expectant expressions, Jiang Yan paused deliberately before smiling and saying, "I have decided to promote you to the chief construction team of the Undead District of Holy Spirit City, specifically responsible for the construction of the Undead District. All new construction teams that join from now on will be under your command."
The dwarves, who had been all smiles, were suddenly stunned.
Jiang Yan looked at their expressions and couldn't help but nod in approval. These creatures from another world are so simple and honest; they're overjoyed with just a few empty promises or a nominal position.
He immediately smiled and said, "Don't get too excited. This is what you deserve. Holy Spirit City will not mistreat anyone who has made a contribution."
Having said that, Jiang Yan wisely turned and left, no longer disturbing the dwarves who were overjoyed.
"Wait, oh, my lord, wait a minute!"
At this point, a few of the more astute dwarves seemed to realize what was happening and gave chase.
......
As things progressed steadily, time flew by, and the seventh day arrived.
Thanks to the assistance of a large number of skeleton mages, the undead army led by Sheena has now occupied 80% of the Dark Forest, with a total number of skeleton warriors exceeding 30,000.
All that's needed is to eliminate the forest's guardian; an ancient treant at Diamond Tier 10 will then be able to control the entire southern land. That creature is a special life form, difficult to control with a cursed seal.
Almost all the remaining tribes and monsters of the forest gathered there to guard the last remaining land of their home.
If someone were to look from God's perspective, they would see Sheena, shrouded in deathly aura, casually firing black arrows that slaughtered living beings, while behind her, grotesque skeleton warriors rose from the corpses to join the army, destroying everything in their sight.
On the other side, countless creatures in the forest gathered together, their eyes resolute, united in purpose, to build the last line of defense around a towering ancient tree.
If a bard were to pass by, he might very well write down the story of the great demon king of the underworld wreaking havoc on living beings.
At this moment, the undead army that had been waiting in place suddenly seemed to receive some order, and stopped in unison, as neat and uniform as a precise machine.
A golden-furred rat scurried to the center of the army, looked at the terrifying woman, and fawned, "Master, what problem have you encountered? Is there anything I can do to help?"
Sheena glanced at the creature controlled by the talisman. It was the rat king of this area, capable of controlling all the rats nearby and providing a wealth of information about the forest and even the eastern wasteland, so she spared its life for the time being.
"Wait until it gets dark," Sheena said calmly.
"Brilliant! Most creatures are weakened at night, but my undead army remains completely unaffected. Master is truly thoughtful," the golden rat praised.
"How's it going with the task of sending me to the Duchy of Hackman in the west to gather information?"
"I've found out everything, Master." The golden rat respectfully reported, "Two days ago, temples began to be built throughout the Duchy of Hackman to worship the great Holy Lord of Light. Look, this is a photo stone that a treasure-hunting rat secretly took."
"These mortals are quite sensible; they know that my Lord is the only true God." Sheena chuckled and casually activated the recording stone.
A magnificent and solemn hall appeared in the picture. In the very center was a statue that looked 90% like Jiang Yan. To his lower left was a smaller statue of a girl with delicate features and six wings. Many people were worshipping her devoutly.
*Snap*—The photo-recording stone was crushed.
Sheena's smile froze instantly: "Why is that birdman allowed to appear in the temple?"
"Are you referring to that winged creature? That's called an angel." The golden rat explained in surprise, "Master, she has a high reputation because she saved a large number of people and helped resist the monsters of the abyss. The people there call her the First Holy Envoy under the Holy Lord of Light."
"Shut up, you idiot." Sheena said expressionlessly, "A bunch of stupid mortals. What makes that birdman so special as to call himself number one? Only I am worthy to be the Emperor's number one envoy."
“That’s right, I think so too!” The golden mouse realized what was going on and said indignantly, “Master, should I arrange for my subordinates to destroy her statue?”
Bang!
The golden mouse was knocked away.
"Insolence! How dare you desecrate the place where the Emperor's statue is located!" Sheena's gaze turned cold.
She disliked those winged creatures, but the majesty of the Undead Emperor was not to be violated.
"Yes, Master. I know my crime. I know my crime." The golden rat kowtowed repeatedly.
Sheena didn't speak again, staring expressionlessly into the deepest part of the forest.
Eerie flames flickered in the eyes of the skulls, and they resumed their movements, heading towards the direction of Sheena's gaze.
She originally intended to leverage the undead creatures' advantage in the darkness to minimize losses and prepare for conquering the eastern wasteland later.
But now that annoying woman who went to the Duchy of Hammank seems to be doing very well. If this makes the Emperor lean towards the Heavenly faction, it will be terrible. I must prove my worth as soon as possible.
Sheena's bright red eyes flickered slightly.
In the realm of the dead, when has anyone ever feared injury or death?
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