Chapter 558: Massive Destructive Power Draws the Attention of Li Xueru

Seeing the Skeleton King's astonishing attributes, Jiang Chen was stunned.

This is literally a display of World BOSS‑level power. A single attribute reaches 1,050,000, the Four-dimensional Attributes are balanced, and the total reaches 4,200,000. Such numbers are comparable to a Level 80 World BOSS.

But the most crucial point is that the Skeleton King's vitality is no less than that of a real World BOSS. Skeletons are already famed for toughness, and with Jiang Chen's augmentation, its vitality has been greatly enhanced.

These skeletons already have decent attributes, and under the Skeleton King's command they have been further strengthened, their overall strength now surpassing ordinary BOSSes. Jiang Chen couldn't help but marvel at the Skeleton King's power, which will be a great aid in his future adventures.

The only drawback was the skeletons' originally fragile vitality, which could not endure high‑intensity attacks. Yet the Skeleton King formed from 10,000 skeletons breaks this limit, with attributes rivaling a World BOSS and vitality reaching astonishing heights.

Jiang Chen's excitement was hard to contain; his eyebrows twitched involuntarily, and a hint of unhidden excitement curled at his mouth. He knew that this Skeleton King could certainly face any World BOSS of the same tier head‑on.

Curious about the Skeleton King's strength, Jiang Chen continued to examine its attached skills.

"God‑Cutter": The Skeleton King can unleash damage ten times its own Power attribute, delivering a devastating strike to a single target or within an area, but it requires a one‑minute cooldown after use.

"Elemental Riot": This skill releases elemental damage ten times the Spirit attribute; whether single‑target or area, its power is astounding, also with a one‑minute cooldown.

"Absolute Defense": When activated, the Skeleton King becomes 99% immune to all damage and immune to all negative statuses for one minute, but the cooldown is longer—ten minutes.

"A skill that defies the heavens!" Jiang Chen couldn't help but exclaim. These three abilities each showcase the peak powers of a Warrior, a Mage, and a Knight, making the Skeleton King a true battle machine.

He imagined the Skeleton King sweeping across the battlefield, invincible against both physical and elemental strikes. The Absolute Defense skill would further allow it to stand unbeaten at crucial moments.

"This is only a Skeleton King formed from 10,000 skeletons," Jiang Chen thought excitedly, "If all the skeletons were gathered together, how powerful could it become?"

"Could it match a Divine-level Strongman?" Jiang Chen asked himself. He realized that without resorting to an Elemental Lich's self‑destruct, the Skeleton King alone might give him the ability to contend with a Divine-level Lich.

With that thought, Jiang Chen became even more resolute. He immediately dispelled the convergence of the 10,000 skeletons, returning them to the Undead Legion.

However, when he tried to gather all the skeletons together, he ran into difficulty. It turned out the Skeleton King's summon has a special restriction: it must converge skeletons in whole ten‑thousand units.

Jiang Chen thought briefly and decided to summon using 40,000 skeletons first. Though he couldn't use all the skeletons, this would still greatly boost the Skeleton King's power.

He cast the skill again, black light flickering in his hand, ready to summon all available skeletons into the Skeleton King's body. Yet at that moment he suddenly realized that the 1,230 skeletons in the Summon Queue could not be used.

"It seems I can only summon with 40,000 skeletons," Jiang Chen said regretfully, "But that's fine; I still have over 9,000 skeletons available for battle."

He triggered the skill again, and a more powerful Skeleton King slowly took shape in the air, exuding an even more terrifying aura. Jiang Chen looked forward to this brand‑new Skeleton King unleashing greater strength in future battles.

Jiang Chen was not discouraged by the earlier limitation; he quickly adjusted his strategy and decided to summon with 40,000 skeletons.

In an instant, the sky turned as black as ink, not only covering Hong Shen Courtyard but seemingly swallowing the sky for hundreds of miles. A low, mournful wailing drifted from above, like countless undead weeping and howling, giving an oppressive and terrifying feeling.

Jiang Chen seemed to see a portal to another world open, a realm belonging to the undead descending. In the dark sky, a Skeleton Throne even more magnificent than before gradually emerged; the 40,000 skeletons vanished instantly, coalescing onto this massive throne.

Immediately, an enormous figure rose from the throne. It stood 20 meters tall, like a towering mountain reaching the heavens, hovering in the air. As it rose, the surrounding cold winds howled even more fiercely, uprooting trees from the ground and sending them flying.

That terrifying, awe‑inspiring aura spread continuously, as if even the air itself trembled.

Jiang Chen stared at this brand‑new Skeleton King, his heart filled with shock. He immediately checked its attributes and saw:

"Skeleton King"

"Skeleton Count: 40,000"

"Power: 2,100,000"

"Agility: 2,100,000"

"Spirit: 2,100,000"

"Constitution: 2,100,000"

"Skills: God‑Cutter, Elemental Riot, Absolute Defense"

"Traits: Vitality Enhancement, Attack Power Enhancement, Speed Enhancement"

Its total attributes have reached 8,800,000, just a step away from the ten‑million stats of a Divine-level Strongman. Jiang Chen knew that this Skeleton King, formed from 40,000 skeletons, already possessed the power to clash head‑on with a Divine-level Strongman, possibly even to counter‑kill.

Even more shocking, when the "Strong Soldier" skill on Jiang Chen's left forearm began to flicker, a beam of light struck the Skeleton King. A surge of black Qi erupted from the Skeleton King, shooting skyward, forming a massive black vortex in the air.

Divine Level!

With the boost from the "Strong Soldier" skill, the Skeleton King's attributes were greatly increased; although it didn't reach the usual 200% amplification, it successfully broke the ten‑million barrier and truly entered the Divine Level threshold.

At that moment, Jiang Chen's heart swelled with excitement and anticipation. He knew that with this Divine‑level Skeleton King as support, his future adventures would proceed more smoothly.

Black Qi swirled around the Skeleton King, like two sleek black dragons coiling and dancing endlessly around it. This brief 30‑second interval was the moment the Skeleton King displayed its Divine‑level combat power.

Jiang Chen clenched his fist, his eyes flashing with resolute light. At this moment, he no longer needed to rely on an Elemental Lich's power; on his own, he now possessed the ability to confront a Divine-level Strongman.

"My class is constantly growing stronger!" Jiang Chen felt proud.

Having mastered two new skills, Jiang Chen naturally checked his attribute panel.

"Name: Jiang Chen"

"Class: Necromancer Lord (only)"

"Level: 60 (0.00%)"

"Power: 100,946"

"Agility: 100,946"

"Spirit: 362,380"

"Constitution: 116,946"

"Special Attributes: Poison Element Immunity, Electric Element Immunity, Physical Damage Reduction 50%, Fire Element Damage Reduction 50%, Water Element Damage Reduction 50%, Wind Element Damage Reduction 50%, Light Element Damage Reduction 80%, Vitality Increase 50%"

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Total attributes reach 681,218, a figure that makes him stand out among peers. Even the Earth Knight, touted as the Human Race's highest‑attribute class, only has around 400,000 at Level 60. Jiang Chen broke the record again, creating a remarkable miracle.

His skills received a comprehensive boost, and the Perfect Amplification talent upgraded again, from 60‑fold to 70‑fold amplification. Jiang Chen realized his class, as his level rose, was gradually revealing its true strength.

The Undead Legion also grew rapidly, its amplification effects becoming increasingly evident. Jiang Chen felt confident about the future, knowing his power would keep growing.

"Next, I should head to the Middle Stage Dungeon on the slope of Tian Shan Sacred Palace," Jiang Chen decided, "It's a good chance to test the Skeleton King's actual combat power."

As his level rose, Jiang Chen's training spot shifted from the Initial Stage Dungeon of Tian Shan Sacred Palace to the Middle Stage. He dismissed the Skeleton King, recalled the Undead Legion, and the world cleared again. Only then did Jiang Chen notice that the forest outside Hong Shen Courtyard, once tranquil, was now a wreck, as if a fierce battle had just raged.

Massive trees were ripped up by gale‑like cold winds; the once lush forest was now a ruin, barely recognizable.

Jiang Chen lightly patted his forehead and gave a wry smile, "I got too absorbed testing the new skill, and ended up ruining the forest like this."

"Now it's bad; the teacher will surely scold me when they return," Jiang Chen worried inwardly.

At that moment, a ripple rose in the sky, and Li Xueru's figure, bearing the Shenlong Tower, appeared in midair.

"Xiao Chen, what exactly happened here?" Li Xueru glanced around, seeing devastation everywhere, and thought a great battle had taken place.

He had been busy arranging a formation in Hong Shen Courtyard when a formation alert suddenly arrived, prompting him to set aside his work and rush here. He had expected an enemy assault, but now sensed no hostility at all.

He noticed a lingering undead aura in the air; it was clearly Jiang Chen's aura.

Jiang Chen scratched his head and awkwardly explained, "Teacher, I was just testing a newly learned Skill, and I didn't expect it to be so powerful; I accidentally caused this."

Li Xueru finally exhaled, smiling faintly, "As long as no one is hurt, that's all that matters."

He waved his finger toward the damaged forest; the Shenlong Tower buzzed, and beams of light shot out. The beams, like giant hands, lifted each fallen tree upright and replanted them with fresh soil.

In no time, the forest regained its original vibrant vitality.

After finishing the forest, Li Xueru said to Jiang Chen, "The Soul Fusion Array still needs some time to complete; Old Hong's side is progressing smoothly, and the host count has already exceeded 100,000."

"You also need to work hard and raise your level before the Array activates," Li Xueru continued, "The higher your level, the stronger your soul foundation, the more soul power you can Absorb, and the greater the benefits you'll reap."

Jiang Chen nodded, "I understand, Teacher. Also, could you help me replenish the Talisman's energy?"

Speaking, Jiang Chen took out four Advanced Cooldown Talismans and handed them to Li Xueru.

Li Xueru took the Talismans, placed them into the Shenlong Tower, and used the Tower's formation to charge them.

"You can visit Old Hong; he has a few old friends there, and they should all have Advanced Cooldown Talismans," Li Xueru suggested, "You could borrow from them, so you won't have to come back each time to replenish energy."

Jiang Chen gratefully nodded, preparing to act according to Li Xueru's suggestion.