Chapter 323: Preparing to Begin
"Charles, what does this information mean? I feel like it says nothing at all." Jace frowned, trying hard to think.
He believed that the information Nathaniel provided should be very important, but no matter how he thought about it, he couldn't pinpoint the key details.
Camilla and Zachary, on the other hand, were quicker in their experience and reasoning.
"If we enter the Eye of Ice and Fire, the key points must be those balanced areas." Zachary said directly.
Camilla nodded and, facing Jace's puzzled expression, explained, "The chaotic energy inside the Eye of Ice and Fire can affect a Beast Master's physical condition. Absorbing too much fire attribute energy can make a person become violent and aggressive, while excessive ice attribute energy leads to a state of calmness."
"Isn't that a good thing? The energy from the ice attribute and the fire attribute continuously alternating can just neutralize each other." Jace said with some confusion.
Charles shook his head and replied, "The problem lies in the constant back-and-forth, if it happens too frequently, it can cause a person's mind and body to completely collapse. That's why those balanced areas are crucial."
"If team formations are allowed, we can spread out. Some people can go out while others stay behind to defend the balanced areas."
"And as time passes, the situation will become more chaotic."
After hearing Charles's words, Jace finally understood.
"I thought it was just about absorbing energy to enhance our strength. I didn't realize there was so much more to it. Charles, your mind is really sharp!" Jace shook his head, realizing he wasn't particularly suited for deep thinking.
Zachary and Camilla both nodded in agreement, acknowledging that Charles's analysis was much more comprehensive than theirs.
As this group of people waited for the Eye of Ice and Fire to officially begin, many Beast Masters with phones and recording devices appeared nearby.
Some even summoned flying mystical beasts, tying live-streaming equipment to their backs for a live broadcast.
A very few who arrived early live-streamed Nathaniel's announcement, sparking countless discussions in the chat.
"If team formations are allowed, won't the battles turn into group fights? It might end up in complete chaos."
"That's a possibility. In group fights, if both sides have a similar number of fighters, the key factor will be whether there are any high-end combatants to break the deadlock."
"You're overlooking the constantly alternating ice and fire attribute energies of the Eye of Ice and Fire. If it lasts too long, who knows if anyone will be able to maintain their sanity? It could turn into a free-for-all in the end."
"You have a point. So it's best to take down all the Beast Masters from the Stellar Empire right from the start. That way, even if it turns into chaos later, it will just be a battle within Genosha."
"Who has the contact information for Genosha's geniuses? We still have some time to consolidate various information and strategies and send it to them."
"I do! Leave it to me!"
Soon, Jace's phone suddenly vibrated. He quickly opened it to find that a friend had sent him some materials.
"Charles, look, this information is pretty much what you analyzed! You're amazing!" Jace said, giving a thumbs up.
Charles showed no pride at all, instead, he seriously read through the various speculations, strategies, and information compiled by Genosha's online community. He wasn't the type to dismiss others' opinions.
As Charles was pondering the information on his phone, two figures suddenly flew out from the Eye of Ice and Fire.
It was Drake and Jamie!
"In just a few minutes, we can officially begin! Level three Beast Masters will enter first, followed by level four, and finally level five!" Jamie announced loudly.
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"Charles, I'll go in ahead of you. Those level three Beast Masters from the Stellar Empire are going to be in trouble, I want to take down two!" Jace said excitedly, rubbing his palms together, ready for action.
"Once you go in, focus on defense first. Let the lower-level Beast Masters enter first, it's probably to help them adapt. The Stellar Empire might even take the initiative to attack." Charles said, frowning as he voiced his thoughts.
Jace, Camilla, and Zachary all stared at Charles, somewhat puzzled.
Charles sighed and scanned the Beast Masters from the Stellar Empire before slowly explaining, "They don't have any level five Beast Masters under twenty years old. We still have Luna on our side. If we don't weaken our strength in advance, it won't bode well for us once we enter the Eye of Ice and Fire."
"So, the level three Beast Masters who enter first, along with the level four Beast Masters who follow, are likely to engage in battle very quickly."
"Pass the word down: once the level three Beast Masters enter, stay vigilant and prepare for defense. Wait until the level four Beast Masters are in before making any moves."
Upon hearing this, Jace's expression began to grow serious. The excitement he once felt started to fade away, and he began to worry. What if a battle broke out, and things didn't go well?
Charles keenly noticed this shift not only in Jace but also in many level three Beast Masters from Genosha, whose faces showed signs of tension. Some were taking deep breaths, trying to calm themselves.
Seeing this, Charles turned and walked into the crowd, saying:
"Don't worry. As long as you hold on until the level four Beast Masters enter, it's quite simple."
"What I'm concerned about now is that you don't suddenly engage in a fight and take down those Beast Masters from the Stellar Empire before us level four Beast Masters arrive."
These seemingly joking remarks had a great effect.
The majority of the talented individuals from Genosha laughed, chiming in, "Charles, you can count on us to leave one for you!"
"Come on, with Charles's strength, one won't be enough! I bet he can take down three!"
"Three? You're underestimating Charles! He can take down at least five Beast Masters from the Stellar Empire!"
"Since Charles said so, I'll definitely defend well and watch you take them down one by one!"
Those who had not laughed before also found their expressions less tense, the atmosphere was no longer so heavy.
Nathaniel, Jamie, and Drake watched the scene unfold from above.
Among the many young talents present, the attention of the three level eight Beast Masters remained focused on Charles.
"This kid really has something special. With just a couple of simple sentences, he not only eased the tension among the other young talents but also ignited their fighting spirit!" Drake remarked.
The more he focused on Charles, the stronger his desire to take Charles as a disciple became.
An ordinary person can be called a genius if they have even one outstanding trait that sets them apart.
Those powerful geniuses only have two or three exceptional qualities.
As for Charles, he not only possesses talent for cultivation and combat but also maintains a constantly calm analytical mind and a strong leadership presence, which will far surpass those other geniuses!
Such a person would evoke a desire in any level eight Beast Master, or even a level nine Beast Master, to take him on as a disciple.
After all, teaching a truly powerful genius to become a strong Beast Master is a highly rewarding endeavor.
"If I hadn't been told, I would have overlooked that he's only eighteen. Indeed, the youth is formidable!" Nathaniel couldn't help but praise at this moment.
Perhaps due to his daughter Luna's reclusive personality and reluctance to communicate, he felt a special fondness for a young man like Charles, who exhibited leadership qualities.
Jamie first nodded and then glanced at Drake and Nathaniel, one being an out-of-town level eight Beast Master and the other a seasoned Nathaniel who had been traveling and training.
Both of them had little knowledge of Charles, and given the brief time they had seen him, they had already formed such a high evaluation. If they had been paying attention to Charles from the beginning, their mouths would likely be agape in disbelief now!
"Stop thinking about it. He's Ezra's disciple, and a level nine Beast Master, Lucas, personally invited Charles to become his disciple, only to be rejected by Charles. You two level eight Beast Masters should really let go of your ideas." Jamie said with a smirk.
After all, he had entertained the thought of taking Charles as a disciple himself, but unfortunately, he couldn't beat Ezra.
"Wait, level nine Beast Master Lucas? Is that for real? Jamie, are you pulling my leg? You want me to give up so that there's no competition for you." Drake said, utterly astonished and unconvinced.
"Do I even need to lie to you? You're just a muscle-brained fool, why would I bother to deceive you?" Jamie replied directly.
Drake disdainfully curled his lip and responded, "If I'm the muscle-brained fool, then you lost to me, what does that make you?"
"You! Last time I was careless. Let's find a chance to settle this again!" Jamie rolled up his sleeves, transforming from a proud level eight Beast Master into someone ready to brawl like a street thug.
"What are you all talking about? Can the Eye of Ice and Fire officially begin now?" Zorion, not wanting to be left out, spoke up.
As a level eight Beast Master, the elemental energy within him was already strong enough to support him floating in the air for an extended period.
Standing on the ground and looking up at Jamie, Drake, and Nathaniel, who were all elevated above him, Zorion felt somewhat uncomfortable, he also wanted to catch the attention of others and seek a sense of presence.
The atmosphere instantly turned cold, and no one paid any attention to Zorion, the level eight Beast Master.
It wasn't due to differences in factions or countries, it was simply a matter of distaste for him.
"It's almost time. Everyone, summon your mystical beasts. Let's keep an eye on what's happening below with them, and be ready to step in for rescue if anything goes wrong." Nathaniel said.