In the Black Star Palace office, Han Xiao leaned back in his chair and stared at the clock, silently waiting for the notification of the version opening. Time passed second by second.
Over the past year, the relationship between the three Universal Civilizations and the association had dropped to a freezing point. The dynasty had not contacted him for an entire year.
The three Universal Civilizations had issued an announcement a year ago to begin researching the Sanctum Revival, but there had been no follow-up news. No one knew how far their research had progressed. However, the revivors said that the three Universal Civilizations were still privately trying to rope them in, so the research progress of the three Universal Civilizations was probably not very good.
The Holy Covenant had been secretly collecting keys. Although they did not have the channels of the three Universal Civilizations, making it difficult to collect some materials, it was not a big problem. They just needed to spend more money and time. Now that the Holy Covenant had multiple key formulas, there were more opportunities. However, a year was not enough to collect another set of keys.
On the other hand, the military forces of the three Universal Civilizations had been unusually mobilized recently, as if they were preparing to make a move. This attracted the attention of Han Xiao and the other association members, and the atmosphere in the universe had been getting more and more tense recently.
The players returning at this juncture could be said to have caught the 'good time'.
Han Xiao rubbed the back of his hand, his eyes flashing.
"The players are online. This is an opportunity for me to quickly complete the level 360 Promotion. The current situation is in a stalemate. If I can make a breakthrough in my personal strength, it might be a turning point for me to break through this situation."
The current situation was within his expectations, and a stalemate was exactly what he wanted. If not for the Sanctum Revival, the increase in the association's strength, and many other factors, the armed conflict of the Calamity of the Supers might have already broken out like in his previous life. Now, he was suppressing it.
Although this was a powder keg, and the more he suppressed it, the stronger the rebound would be. However, this was not absolute. The way he saw it, he only needed a few opportunities to break through this situation. If he succeeded, he could really eliminate the Calamity of the Supers, and it would not turn into a large-scale internal conflict.
His current methods were all to buy time for the Holy Covenant. Han Xiao knew very well that there would be a battle between the two sides, and the association would have to suffer more casualties. This was an opportunity. As long as the unlimited Sanctum Revival was revealed at that time, most of the problems could be solved. The Sanctum Key was necessary to break through this situation.
If he could use a higher level of personal strength to intimidate the three Universal Civilizations and attract Beyond Grade A members, that would be even better.
Just as he was deep in thought and analysis, the long-awaited interface finally moved, and a version update notification popped up, just like the players.
Version 5.0 activated!
Retrieving data … Retrieving data complete!
[Player Forum Opened]
Welcome to Galaxy, Version 5.0, [Black Star Era]!
"Hmm?"
Han Xiao was stunned.
The version name this time wasn't "Calamity of the Supers"?!
And it even became my name!
In the previous four versions, although this little butterfly had some influence, compared to the general trend of the era, it was only a very small individual. The versions were mainly based on the changes in the era.
But this time, it was different. He had almost single-handedly started this storm and had become the leader of the tide of the times. The butterfly's wings had flapped so hard that even the version's name had been changed.
This also indirectly explained his current pivotal position in the universe, as well as his importance in this storm.
"Even my name is included in the version name. That's amazing."
Han Xiao's face twitched, and a strange smile appeared on his face.
What is grandeur? This is grandeur!
If the players see this … Woah, this is the super compound fertilizer that helps me harvest leeks!
"I haven't seen you in fifty years. I really miss these little cuties … their wallets."
Han Xiao raised his eyebrows, summoned the surveillance camera in the hall, and looked over with a burning gaze.
…
At the same time, countless white lights flashed in the hall of the base outside Black Star Palace. The players who had not seen each other for fifty years finally came online in large batches.
The originally deserted hall was instantly filled with a sea of people. It was incomparably lively, and countless players were shouting excitedly.
"Hahaha, I'm back! Stars, tremble under my crotch. My cannon can't wait any longer! "
"Damn, it's been five versions, and you still haven't fixed the bug of not being able to take off your pants. Bad review!"
"Humph, I can tell you're not a veteran player. Even now, you're still worried about whether or not you can take off your pants. You've fallen behind, little brother! Do you know what it means to have pants on your body but not in your heart? You won't be able to understand my realm! "
"How long has it been since this update? It doesn't look like the base has changed much. It shouldn't have been long."
Everyone chattered and opened the interface to check the notifications. The next moment, a series of 'what the f * ck' and 'wtf' sounded from the crowd.
"Quick, look at the name of this version. I'm shocked!"
"What the f * ck, Version 5.0 is actually called Black Star's Era?"
"What did he do during the update period?"
Countless army players opened their eyes wide, and a collective uproar broke out.
No one had expected that their faction leader would actually become the theme name of this version!
In the eyes of the players, the name of a version represented the main storyline of that version. In the past, the name of the version was either a disaster or a wave of the era. However, this version actually had a character as the main storyline!
Grandeur!
The many army players trembled in excitement, and only an extremely strong curiosity remained in their hearts. What kind of earth-shattering thing did their Army Commander do?
The pro players who had just come online were also shocked.
Frenzied Sword hurriedly opened the calendar and took a look. He gasped in shock.
"This version update actually took fifty years!"
Everyone also checked the date and was shocked.
"It's true!"
"I remember that when we went offline, it seemed to be Year 734. It's already Year 782 now!"
"What a huge span. It's more than twice the time of the previous version update."
"I wonder if my wife Sylvia is still alive …"
"What the f * ck are you thinking? She's clearly my wife! "
"Quick, go online and check what's the situation now."
Many players hurriedly took out their communicators and went online to check, eager to see what Black Star had done during the update period.
Following the time, the news that the Flickering War had ended decades ago entered everyone's eyes, causing a wave of shock.
When they went offline, the Flickering War was still going on. They had thought that the war would continue once this version was released, but who would have thought that this war would end so early in the version update period?
As they continued reading, the expressions of the players became more and more confused, and exclamations could be heard from time to time.
Gaud's death, Sorokin's escape, the collapse of the Limitless Financial Group's business empire, the change of leadership of the three Universal Civilizations, Aurora's entry into the Beyond Grade A realm, the Sanctum Revival, the return of the Primordial Ones, the confrontation between the Beyond Grade A Association and the three Universal Civilizations … A series of major events were all displayed before the eyes of the players. Just by looking at the description, many people could imagine the turbulent times at that time.
"This … what a huge change!"
"Aurora really became a Beyond Grade A … F * ck, who's this blonde lady? I'm in love!"
"It's confirmed. The Germinal Organization is the strongest surface organization in the entire universe, with three Beyond Grade As. Who else?"
"The spirit of the Germinal Organization will never wither! Rua！”
"As expected of a fifty-year span. The original structure of the universe has been completely overturned."
"Black Star is too amazing. No wonder this version is named after him."
Everyone was shocked. They felt like the era had changed after they woke up from their sleep.
Seeing Black Star's actions during the update, the players finally understood why Version 5.0 was named 'Black Star's Era'.
Their Army Commander had become the 'Martial Arts Alliance Leader'. His courage was unparalleled, and he led the Beyond Grade As to fight against the overlords of the explored universe. He was undoubtedly the leader of this era, single-handedly starting this era of great competition!
The version theme 'Black Star's Era' lived up to its name!
"So amazing. Old Black is like a cheater."
"Army Commander is awesome! (Broken voice) "
"Don't call him Black Star anymore. Just call him Black God."
"I don't know why, but I actually feel like an old father …"
The players were overwhelmed with emotions.
Black Star's figure had already appeared in several versions, and now, he had even become the main storyline of this version, leading a new era. His status was unique in the universe, and in everyone's eyes, Black Star's identity as the universe's main character had already been confirmed!
Many of the veteran players had personally witnessed Black Star's rise from the bottom to the top. They more or less felt gratified in their hearts, as though they were witnessing the continuation of a legend.
Pork Bun was so excited that his entire body was trembling. He pinched his assistant, Little Wheat, and said excitedly, "Material! So much material! We can make at least twenty videos. Quick, record them all! "
Little Wheat hurriedly nodded and got to work.
On the other side, Mad Blade and the other pro players suppressed their emotions and looked at their attributes.
"Looks like the level cap this time has been opened to 180."
"Speaking of which, normal Calamity Grades usually enter the Calamity Grade at level 160 to 170. Although we're a little weaker compared to those of the same level, we should be able to reach the Calamity Grade at level 180, right?"
"It's possible. Who knows, the strength of the players in this version will be pulled apart by a lot. Those who can enter the Calamity Grade will be able to beat a bunch of Grade B players."
After discussing for a while, they suddenly thought of something.
"By the way, I remember that the Flickering War main storyline missions of the players of the other organizations have not been completed yet. Now that the battle is over, I wonder what the situation is like?"
Someone asked curiously.
In the previous version, the main storyline of the Black Star Corps in the Flickering War was disguised by Han Xiao and had been completed long ago. Meanwhile, the players of the other organizations had received the real main storyline, which would only be completed after the battle.
Hearing this, the players all entered the player forums, and with just a glance, they were immediately amused.
At this time, the Flickering World forums were extremely lively, and posts were quickly being posted. At a glance, there were actually a lot of complaints from the players of the Limitless Financial Group.
Flipping Water: Where's my faction? Where's my f * cking huge faction?
[Atlas: F * ck, Holishet, why is the Limitless Financial Group gone?!]
The Adventures of Tintin: Flickering World, Flickering World, the largest galactic enterprise, the Limitless Financial Group, has gone bankrupt. The boss, Sorokin, ran away with his sister-in-law after owing 350 million! We worked so hard for more than half a year without getting paid. Bastard Sorokin, you're not human. Give me back my hard-earned money! "
On the forums, a lot of players who had lost their faction were wailing. This meant that all the Contribution Points they had accumulated in the previous versions had gone down the drain.
All the players who had joined a small faction were terrified every time a version was updated, afraid that their faction would be gone the moment they returned.
Originally, the players who had joined a large faction were not worried about this problem. However, the Limitless Financial Group was not a small organization. Now that even this faction was gone, the few remaining players under them were filled with regret.
If they had known this would happen, they would have jumped to another faction together with those who had jumped ship in the national war!
"How unlucky."
"That's why choosing the right faction is very important. It's just like choosing a stock. You have to be careful!"
"Luckily, our Black Star Corps is strong enough."
After laughing for a while, the army players could not help but feel sad.
Even a behemoth like the Limitless Financial Group would collapse one day. Although the Black Star Corps was strong now, after provoking the three Universal Civilizations, their future became bleak.
Although their army commander was strong, the association was strong, and the Sanctum Revival was miraculous, their opponents were the overlords of the universe, the three Universal Civilizations. Their original cooperative relationship had now turned into enemies. Many people did not have the confidence to fight against them. If anything went wrong, they might lose their faction like the players of the Limitless Financial Group.
"The faction war between the Beyond Grade A Association and the three Universal Civilizations should be the main storyline of this version. We're naturally on the association's side, but can we really win?"
"That's right. If the association loses, will the army disband? Won't that be a huge loss for us? "
Some people discussed softly, their stance wavering. Most of them were newcomers who had only joined in Version 4.0.
As for some old players, although they were also worried about the safety of the army, their stance was very firm.
Most of the veteran players had long regarded the army as their own faction. They had worked hard to make the faction grow to what it was today. Even if the enemy was very strong, they did not want to switch sides. Since they were not afraid of death, they might as well fight for their own faction.
The army had persisted in building a sense of belonging to the faction for many years, and it had been very effective. The players valued benefits, but most of the time, they did not want to seek benefits and avoid harm. Although benefits were an important factor in guiding the players, the real core logic that determined the actions of the players was one sentence — I'm willing!
"Ding!"
At this time, the interface of all the army players rang at the same time, and a notification popped up.
You have triggered the Grade S Main Storyline Mission (Calamity of the Supers — Black Star Corps)!
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