[{"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-479":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},244199,518,"Chapter 479: High Warden","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-479",479,"\u003Cp>If Soraya didn't know Orion was her man, she might've struggled to keep her composure—because she could feel the primal fear this giant instilled in her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a broodmother, her senses were razor-sharp, and Orion's presence beside her constantly radiated a danger that felt like standing on the edge of an abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've successfully broken through. Looks like it's time to redefine the Stoneheart Horde's Warden!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion pulled Soraya into his embrace, letting her rest against his broad arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Redefine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soraya's face lit up with a smile. Reaching Legendary level thrilled her more than anyone—it was something she'd never even dared to dream of before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah. Don't you think an Alpha-level Warden lacks any real intimidation?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion had noticed this issue long ago and had been itching to shake things up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he first created the Warden role, it was meant to position the horde's strongest subordinates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But ever since Orion hit Legendary level himself, the Warden title had become more name than substance—its holders' strength and status barely distinguished them from the council elders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The title had essentially lost its weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, with Soraya's breakthrough to Legendary level, Orion was ready to revive the Warden position and elevate it above the four senior elders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Starting with you, the minimum strength requirement for a Stoneheart Horde Warden is now Legendary level.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Congrats—you're officially our High Warden!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The High Warden ranked above the four senior elders, and Soraya loved the title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, as the second Legendary-level powerhouse in the Stoneheart Horde, everyone knew her status was unique from here on out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only was Soraya Orion's woman, but she was also a Legendary-level warrior with a lord's title. Aside from Lilith, no one could keep her in check.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Orion, I love the sound of High Warden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soraya flipped over, straddling Orion as she spoke, shedding her clothes piece by piece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She decided to use her body to thank Orion for all his help.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning, Orion stepped out of the palace and issued the order to relocate the troops to Moonveil Plains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His subordinates received the command and instantly understood: the Stoneheart Horde was about to build a city in the Valkorath Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bloodline warriors erupted in cheers, bustling about as they packed their gear and supplies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, Orion also sent a message to Lich Vexis, who emerged from the undead tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lord Orion, when do we set out?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tomorrow at dawn!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please let my master know so he can adjust the defense lines in time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion nodded. Even without Vexis's reminder, he'd planned to contact Arthas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lord Orion, I'll go prepare as well. The trip to Moonveil Plains might be a long one—we'll need some supplies.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion waved Vexis off to handle it freely, then returned to the palace and settled onto his throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sinking his mind into the Survivor's Platform, Orion reached out to Arthas directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's time. I'm moving to Moonveil Plains tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Should I hold Cryptopolis against an attack first?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas replied quickly, his tone tinged with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need—I've already sent my people to take over the defense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"While things are stable in our region, get started on building those city walls.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When you start construction, mention it to the Deputy Commander. Ask him for a magical formation blueprint. Regular walls won't hold off slime mold mutants or slime mold layers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion's curiosity piqued, and he asked outright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A magical formation blueprint?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas patiently explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's a blueprint that adds a magical defensive barrier to your city. Its main job is to fend off enemies from underground.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It can also handle aerial and surface attacks, but that'll drain its energy fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Arthas's explanation, it clicked for Orion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some slime mold layers burrowed underground. If his city couldn't defend against subsurface attacks, it'd be little more than a decoration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thanks for the heads-up!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No problem. When you're building, don't forget to have your broodmother keep hatching those small scorpions. We'll need her help with what's coming.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, it won't slow us down!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soraya's next task was a heavy one. Both the Stoneheart Horde and Arthas had been banking on her breakthrough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll have my people send you some life essence soon. We need to speed up those small scorpions' growth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't turn it down. The more scorpions, the better. I'll need you to send a ton of them to the front lines as cannon fodder later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, got it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, and take Cryptopolis's skeleton warriors and other undead with you. Use them as labor to speed up construction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion had no complaints about Arthas's arrangements—they were spot-on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you're short on building materials, don't sit on it. Just ask me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion was touched. Sure, this kind of care partly stemmed from their alliance and came with expectations, but Arthas had gone above and beyond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Orion were in his shoes, he doubted he could've done more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bro, I've got a question I'd like your take on.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion shifted gears, quietly tucking Arthas's kindness into his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shoot!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion paused, then laid out what he'd noticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yesterday, when Soraya hit Legendary level, I felt our contract loosen up. What's that about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of contract did you sign?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An equal contract!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas went quiet for a while before responding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you get the chance, switch that equal contract to a slave contract.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion fell silent, unsure how to reply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, Arthas sent another message.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me put it this way: in this world, no contract is set in stone or unchangeable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A contract's like a rope, with both parties holding an end.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's a tug-of-war—whoever's stronger pulls the contract their way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthas's take on contracts was a revelation to Orion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This perspective sparked a burning curiosity in him to hear more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take a slave contract, for example. If you're the master, you're holding the long end of the rope, while the slave's stuck with the short stub.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In a contract, it's damn near impossible for the short end to overpower the long one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, it's not like slaves have zero shot at turning the tables on their master—it's just a long shot.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orion frowned, deep in thought. His understanding of contracts sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Arthas wasn't done yet.\u003C\u002Fp>",1038,"2026-05-29T15:49:11.112Z","2026-06-01T04:29:39.741Z",1,"novelbin.me","dc771660d6ab6d57215014dce4e0fb7ab097288399803438faf916350d7ac1be","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-480","titan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-chapter-478",1606,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ftitan-king-ascension-of-the-giant-cover.jpg"]