[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant":3,"chapter-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-28":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Titan King: Ascension of the Giant",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},244148,518,"Chapter 28: Bloodline trial","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-28",28,"\u003Cp>Orion had seen pet eggs on the Survivor Trading Platform before, and even a standard-level pet egg was quite expensive. An elite-level one was priced beyond reach for most.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for a hero-level pet egg, he had never seen one listed for sale. Such eggs were incredibly rare, their value immeasurable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike traditional pet eggs, the ones obtained from the Survivor's Chest couldn't hatch naturally; they required the blood of a bloodline warrior to activate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion furrowed his brow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems I'll need to become a bloodline warrior to hatch this pet egg.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this realization, a sense of anticipation and challenge welled up within him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The tigerfolk completed their bloodline trial at 12. Though I'm only ten, I can start preparing for my own awakening trial.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He clenched his fist, determination shining in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm confident I can succeed. When spring arrives, I'll take the awakening trial!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion planned to use this time to train in the Abyss, gather cores, and occasionally raid the elders' stockpiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Initially, Orion thought they might be reluctant, but upon hearing he was preparing for the trial, the elders were incredibly supportive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Orion, this is a Lubricant Stone Elixir. It can soften armor and stone-skin defenses, sure to be useful for you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is a Soul Amulet, offering protection against physical and mental attacks. It can even warn you in advance—just roll away when you hear the bell ring...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young chieftain, I don't have much to offer, but I can share my experience and key points about the bloodline trial. Once you're in the trial grounds, first...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elders were enthusiastic, seeing in Orion the makings of a chieftain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brave, strong, devoted to the tribe, and importantly, a direct descendant, well-known and trusted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time flew by, and winter finally descended, plunging the Black Forest into polar night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow began to fall outside the tribe, the wind howling, with the occasional distant roar of dark beasts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Clymene's tent, the siblings chatted over meat, with Lysinthia occasionally pouring them drinks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This year's supplies are abundant, including the compensation from the Tiger Tribe. We have enough to last until next winter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And according to the giant guards, there aren't many dark beasts this year, and they're weak. The tribe should pass this winter peacefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clymene shared the recent news with a smile, then added, \"Also, since we defeated the Tiger Tribe, some smaller tribes want to ally with us, offering tribute for protection. What do you think?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sister, you decide these things,\" Orion shook his head slightly, not wanting to meddle in matters he didn't understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't you want to be the chieftain of the Blackstone Tribe? I think you're more capable than I am,\" Clymene sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion shrugged it off, smiling, \"That's too far off. Let's focus on the present. Why are the dark beast tides so weak this year? There's no pressure at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's just this year, but it's not a good sign,\" Clymene explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This situation means next year's dark beast tide will be massive and unprecedented. It'll be a huge challenge for all the tribes in the Black Forest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion pursed his lips slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lysinthia chimed in, \"It's okay, with my master here, we'll overcome any challenge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clymene chuckled, \"Your little maid has a lot of faith in you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naturally, because I have faith in myself,\" Orion nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I look forward to it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Six months later, winter ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time, the Blackstone Tribe lost no members during the harsh winter, making history. Several female giants even became pregnant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spring returned, the long-lost sunlight illuminating the land, sweeping through the Black Forest as the ice and snow melted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the square, the siblings and elders discussed plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides hunting, we can cultivate land for farming, increasing food production.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need to learn weaving and smelting, to be self-sufficient.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rendall looked troubled, \"We don't have the necessary skills.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's simple. Lysinthia, teach everyone how to cultivate and weave, passing on the skills.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The serpent girl's eyes lit up, nodding earnestly, \"Leave it to me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The strong giants will continue hunting, ensuring basic food supply while expanding into other areas.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orders were passed down one after another, and the giants began to bustle with activity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion too was about to face the most important moment of his life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the trial grounds, several giants waited quietly, led by Elder Thorak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first to take the bloodline trial was Brom, a very strong giant, standing 13 feet tall and weighing over 1200 pounds, having just turned 18.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The trial was intense, and Brom nearly died, but he awakened with a B-grade bloodline, crawling out of the trial grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Defense bloodline awakened, with a 50% defense boost. Very good,\" Elder Thorak beamed, pleased to have another bloodline warrior in the tribe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other giants waiting for their trial watched Brom with envy and admiration, silently encouraging themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others entered the trial, but after three days, there was no news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Thorak sighed, marking an X on the list with a stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A week later, Orion, just turned 11, lounged in his tent, watching his sister bustle about... preparing his birthday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, Orion would take the bloodline trial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though you're strong now, passing the trial is almost certain, there's still risk... don't be greedy, know when to stop, okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Listening to his sister's advice, Orion nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a while, she changed the subject, smiling, \"My dear brother, has Lysinthia evolved into a humanoid form yet?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not so fast,\" Orion grumbled, \"But as a maid, Lysinthia is very competent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clymene chuckled, \"Little one, in our giant tribe, 11 means you're an adult. If you pass the trial safely, there'll be a surprise waiting for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion was intrigued, \"A surprise? What kind?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His sister just smiled, talking about the trial instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, at the trial grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Orion, are you ready?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Thorak asked seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion nodded, \"Let's begin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Thorak nodded slightly, waving his hand to open the massive trial gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With determined eyes, Orion stepped inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother, come back safely,\" Clymene thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, no matter how long it takes, I'll wait for your return,\" Lysinthia prayed silently, hands clasped to her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>",1037,"2026-05-29T15:49:10.835Z","2026-06-01T04:29:39.035Z",1,"novelbin.me","2a92845ad6ed58826d24720000dc32a8665cfda12de011855123c200ee848081","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-29","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-27",1606,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ftitan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-cover.jpg"]