CHAPTER 68: CHAPTER 68: LEADERBOARD SETTLEMENT, SEED CANDIDATE LIST ANNOUNCED

[Skeleton Wings] (Apprentice Level, Perfection): Use undead mana to condense skeleton wings, remove control effects on oneself, and gain explosive movement speed, allowing for short glides in the air. Duration, gliding distance, and movement speed depend on spirit attribute, physique attribute, and skill proficiency.

The[Skeleton Wings]skill, fused with the[Charge]skill, not only allows for gliding in the air and grants explosive speed boosts but also features a rare control removal effect.

For an apprentice-level displacement skill, it is already very top-notch.

Fang Zhou cast the new version of the[Skeleton Wings]skill, and with a slight flap of the bone wings, he instantly shifted backward a certain distance, with burst speed increased two or three times compared to before.

Fang Zhou nodded in satisfaction.

Thus, following[Skeleton Flying Spear]and[Skeleton Shield],[Skeleton Wings]became his third ultimate skill.

He casually uploaded it to the Human Alliance’s skill library and received 150 contribution points.

Fang Zhou stretched lazily and leisurely returned to his dormitory.

...

Principal’s office.

Su Tiankuo sat grandly in his chair, in front of Lu Hu, Shen Hongyu, and other first-year instructors.

"The simulation battlefield has been open for almost a month.

Since the 200 seed candidates have basically been determined, it’s time to set the next selection process."

Su Tiankuo looked at the thick stack of student materials in his hand and asked, "What are your thoughts?"

Lu Hu thought for a moment and replied, "How about using the simplest ring match model?

One-on-one duels, the victor scores, the loser loses points, and the final ranking is based on total points."

The other instructors nodded in agreement.

To become a military academy seed, aside from those in support professions, the most important factor for both combat professionals and magic professionals is personal combat strength.

The ring match model is the most direct and classic.

With the right rules set, it can fully showcase everyone’s combat strength.

Su Tiankuo nodded slightly but did not immediately agree.

He stood up, paced a few steps, and suddenly said solemnly, "I have another idea.

Before the ring matches, let’s add another stage, letting these seed candidates go to the cave for some real experience and see some blood."

Shen Hongyu, shocked, exclaimed, "Go to the cave?!

Principal, isn’t it too early?

They’ve only just awakened two months ago!"

Su Tiankuo shook his head, sighing, "How could I not know?

But, time waits for no one!

Recently, the Mythical Battlefield has been tumultuous, and the Abyssal Demons have clearly intensified their attacks.

The Calamity Sun Demon Country and Demon Worshipers on Blue Star are also stirring up trouble worldwide.

With this situation, the time left for these recruits to grow is short, and we must quickly push their potential limits.

Only by doing so can we maximize the delivery of fresh forces to the frontline battlefield and maintain the hard-won defense line."

The instructors, though at the Sea City Military Academy and far from the Human-Demon Battlefield, were also very attentive to the frontlines.

Hearing Su Tiankuo’s sigh, they all looked serious and remained silent.

Moments later, Lu Hu was the first to express support, "I agree with the principal’s proposal.

But, I suggest we must implement precautionary measures to ensure the life safety of these elite students."

An instructor echoed, "Yes!

If we are to conduct cave hunting, in the coming period, we must thoroughly clean up high-tier demons in the cave.

These students listed as seed candidates have great potential.

We must not let them suffer setbacks at the outset."

However, a few instructors held opposing views.

"Principal, please reconsider!

No matter what, except Fang Zhou, these students are just lower apprentice level; their strength is indeed a bit weak.

Even if we take precautionary measures, we can’t guarantee everything will be foolproof!"

Amid various opinions, Su Tiankuo had already made up his mind.

He gently knocked on the table, made a decisive gesture, and said firmly, "Enough, no more discussion needed.

I’ve decided that this seed selection will proceed with the first round being cave hunting and the second round ring challenges.

Lu Hu, you will draft the specific implementation details and safety plans.

Other instructors must cooperate to ensure the cave clearing and safety measures, striving to ensure the students’ life safety.

Meeting adjourned!"

...

Days later.

Late night, in the Concentration Meditation Room.

Fang Zhou slowly opened his eyes and returned his mind to his body.

He stood up, gently stretched, and was ready to go back to the dormitory to rest.

Tomorrow was another rare day off. What should he bring to Grandma Yun and the others this time?

While Fang Zhou was hesitating, his personal terminal suddenly rang with a series of pleasant notifications.

"Junior Sergeant Fang Zhou, you ranked 1st in the[Little Inferior Demon Camp]simple difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 3 contribution points received."

"...You ranked 1st in the[Little Inferior Demon Camp]normal difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 6 contribution points received."

"...You ranked 1st in the[Little Inferior Demon Camp]hard difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 9 contribution points received."

"...You ranked 1st in the[Little Inferior Demon Camp]abyss difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 12 contribution points received."

"...Your team ranked 50th in the[Horn Demon Outpost]simple difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 3 contribution points received."

"...Your team ranked 45th in the[Horn Demon Outpost]normal difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 6 contribution points received."

"...Your team ranked 45th in the[Horn Demon Outpost]hard difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 9 contribution points received.".

"...Your team ranked 2nd in the[Horn Demon Outpost]abyss difficulty historical speedrun leaderboard, with a reward of 23 contribution points received."

Fang Zhou was momentarily stunned, then realized.

The historical speedrun leaderboard of the simulation battlefield was settled at the end of the month.

This time, he directly received 71 contribution points.

Although it wasn’t much compared to his total assets of over a thousand contribution points, even a small stream of contributions made quite a sum.

Nothing beats a joyous event to lift one’s spirits!

On the way back to the dormitory, Fang Zhou scrolled through the exchange list on his personal terminal and quickly decided what to bring to Grandma Yun and the others the next day.

He still had over a thousand contribution points, and by exchanging a small portion for resources that ordinary people couldn’t access, he could greatly improve Grandma Yun’s lifestyle.

The very next morning, Fang Zhou carried large bags back to the Cloud Welfare Institute.

As soon as he entered, the little lolis Wen Nuan and Wen Xing hugged his legs.

"Brother Zhou, you’re finally back!"

"I want to hear the story of the Undead Mage fighting demons again!"

Fang Zhou handed the supplies he was carrying to Wen Rou, who came up to him, and picked up a little loli with one hand, saying, "Sister Rourou, these are health supplements I exchanged for Grandma Yun and you; they are beneficial to your health when eaten regularly.

There are also some cultivation resources for Nuannuan and Xingxing to lay the foundation. Just follow the usage instructions for them daily."