121. Delta (Delta-tier)
Since arriving at White Candle Star, Li Aozi has been planning his path towards becoming a [Bishop].
His goal is to reach at least level 120 before diving into Star Abyss and change his class to [Bishop]. This way, he can cancel out the Star Abyss Ascension Curse upon his return to Azure Star, while steadily developing to the Kappa tier within Layer Abyss.
By then, he will have at least regained the strength of his past life. Whether he chooses to continue descending or focus on building up his power, it will all be more stable.
Advancing to [Bishop] requires both [Weak Force] and [Gravity] as basic Omega energies. He already possesses the latter, but as for the former, Li Aozi will need to go to a certain place and grind for it—it's not urgent for now.
He could, however, start looking for the Omega energy he needs for the [Bishop].
It's worth noting that starting from [Bishop], the [Starfall Master] path allows him to use Starfall Technique for combat. As the strongest phase in the [Starfall Master] path, Li Aozi intends to fully unleash the potential of the [Bishop].
The day he advances to [Bishop] will be the day he dominates Layer Abyss.
To achieve this, Sequence Fifty-Six •[Remaining Moon] and Sequence Fifty •[Radiant Splendor] are essential.
With these two Omega energies, Li Aozi will be able to strike fear into others during his time as a [Bishop], becoming truly 'invincible.'
Even if Modorte, Sylia, or others see through his colonized body—so what?
As long as he obtains [Remaining Moon], that Omega energy will allow no device to ever identify him.
Besides, [Remaining Moon] isn't that difficult, at least compared to the task for [Weak Force].
"Just in time, I've gained so much experience, it's truly heaven's help."
Li Aozi couldn't help but sigh. When your luck is good, even a pillow comes right when you're feeling drowsy.
The experience gained from society-type enemies is indeed abundant.
Unlike the last time he encountered [Secret Society], this time it was a cross-tier, cross-level kill. When he killed the [White Knight], the experience gain was pitiful—only in the hundreds of thousands, since their strength was about the same.
Now, having earned so much experience, with his 'abstinence' status and after growing fat on player kills—he's managed to save up a whopping 60 million experience points.
He hit the jackpot!
While Li Aozi would love to continue this low-tier hunting, circumstances do not permit it.
Moreover, [Society] grows way too fast—almost as fast as players. Li Aozi can't afford to be complacent.
Without further ado, Li Aozi directly invested the experience into his primary profession—[Star Echoer].
[Primary Profession [Star Echoer] upgraded to lv.80 (MAX)]
[Based on your specialty, you have gained: Charisma +26.]
[Total level has reached advancement standard.]
[Tier advancement requirement: Synthesize an Omega-tier Omega energy.]
"Huh?"
Li Aozi was startled.
So easy?
Generally, he remembered that advancing to Delta tier usually involved a grueling task.
It was either killing a Zeta-tier cosmic beast or defeating some strong opponent using only Alpha-tier Omega energies.
But this...?
This was too easy! Not only could he synthesize an Omega-tier Omega energy, but he could also make it a Sequence Omega energy.
Li Aozi glanced at the Omega energies he possessed.
At his current stage, Blood Demon Flow could already be retired. Facing Zeta-tier powerhouses, it was severely lacking in damage output.
In Layer Abyss, the Higgs field was nearly ubiquitous, significantly limiting Omega energies.
It was still fine against ordinary cosmic civilizations, but Li Aozi feared he would inevitably clash with a narrative-level civilization.
His [Gravity] Omega energy, being the core, would need 'Imaginative Knowledge: "Perfect Relativity"' to threaten narrative-level civilizations.
And yet, Imaginative Knowledge was held exclusively by narrative-level civilizations...
Considering his damage output issues, Li Aozi decided to abandon Blood Demon Flow and switch to a more mainstream build.
This was the typical approach for [Conqueror] path-users.
It seemed today really was his lucky day.
Anyway, since this was just a transition, Li Aozi had no plans to deeply invest in this setup.
"[Soul Engraving Sword Saint] can stay. [Death Link] will be crushed. [King's Gambit], [Mountain Armor], [Pegasus Power]—these have already been replaced by [Star Echoer]'s abilities."
Aside from being part of the [Leoz's Armor] build, he barely used those Omega energies.
He decided to keep Nomi's [Blood of Immortality] and Qiu Ran's [Natural Ignition].
As for the rest...
Li Aozi looked at [Sever Vitality].
That Omega energy had decent potential.
After some consideration, Li Aozi spent 200 tokens to purchase an [Extraordinary Gene Target] from the [Store] to stabilize the gene for [Sever Vitality], giving himself a higher chance of reawakening it in the future.
Then, with no concerns left, Li Aozi crushed it.
With so many high-level Omega energies being broken down, Li Aozi felt it was still tight, so he crushed [Truth Eye] too.
He was now a Bronze Hunter, and had encountered [Secret Society]. Although appraisal fees were expensive... so be it.
After all, Li Aozi wasn't short on cash.
[Truth Eye] had also spread among players, so he wasn't afraid of dealing with imposters anymore.
With its historical value fulfilled, the Omega energy's usefulness had diminished for him.
After breaking down [Truth Eye], Li Aozi had accumulated enough gene fragments.
"Alright, up next, witness this!"
Li Aozi took a deep breath and directed all the gene fragments into [Natural Ignition]… and then towards [Physical Enhancement].
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[Your governing Omega energy [Physical Enhancement] has evolved]: [Physical Enhancement]
[Rating]: Pi (π, sixteenth letter of the Greek alphabet)
Omega energy manifestation:
Active state – Your entire musculature and bones undergo a fundamental transformation, a revolutionary overhaul known as the supernatural. Your entire body will be unbelievably enhanced. Based on your [Charisma] attribute, you can lift up to 1.05 million tons and throw it.
Passive state – Every time you advance a tier, gain an additional +50 Constitution; every time you activate this Omega energy, temporarily increase maximum health by 2,000.
"A perfect body, never to be tarnished!"
......
[Your governing Omega energy [Physical Enhancement] has evolved]: [Physical Enhancement]
[Rating]: Upsilon (Υ, twentieth letter of the Greek alphabet)
"I am mighty, glorious, and everlasting."
......
[Your governing Omega energy [Physical Enhancement] has evolved]: [Physical Enhancement]
[Rating]: Chi (Χ, twenty-second letter of the Greek alphabet)
"Revolution of flesh, future of life!"
......
[Your governing Omega energy has reached its limit. Continue investing gene fragments?]
[This may have unpredictable consequences.]
[A powerful will seems to sense your approach, summoning you to unlock a power from the deepest abyss of the stars.]
[Continue?]
[Yes.]
[Acknowledging your will, Dominator.]
Li Aozi's body seemed affected by some powerful force. An invisible power lifted him from the water. It was not Omega energy; the Higgs field could not affect this force. It felt like a torrent was running through his body, tearing and healing him in extreme cycles.
Li Aozi closed his eyes, quietly savoring the moment.
[...&&*131 (garbled text)]
[(Unable to decipher)]
[Ah, you've finally reached this point, Child of the Abyss. The Supreme Being has summoned you; it's time to accept this precious legacy!]
[I am Solao Piarinus, you may call me [The Abyss Sovereign].]
[My beloved child, we are both Apostles of the Stars. This is the power entrusted to you by the cosmos. Now, take back what is yours!]
[-- Omega energy has been elevated --]
[Your governing Omega energy [Physical Enhancement] has ascended]: [Sequence Eighty-Two•Bloodline]
[Rating]: Sequence•Omega (Ω, final letter of the Greek alphabet)
[Description]:
"For billions of years, all living beings have relied on their bodies and genes. Everything your ancestors could give you was already engraved in your DNA."
"Wealth, appearance, talents, power limits, race, skin color—regardless of their legend, it all returns to genetics."
"They tried so hard to trace their lineage back to dragons or titans."
"But now, you have the right to say 'no' to that so-called superior bloodline."
Omega energy manifestation:
Active state – There is no active trigger; it is always active.
You have become the progenitor of all bloodlines, activating every latent potential in your genes. Your entire body is indestructible, and your strength is boundless. Perhaps, one day, the stars and sky will be as malleable as clay in your hands.
When activated, gain [Strength] equal to your [Charisma].
When activated, your bloodline gains the 'Supreme' attribute.
[Supreme]: Any bloodline and racial checks are automatically passed without conditions.
Passive state – As the progenitor of exalted bloodlines, you can reproduce with any species, with offspring exclusively carrying your bloodline.
Your bloodline is seen as universal, usable by any species, and unlocks certain taboos.
Every 30 natural days, gain 1,000 HP.
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That's it.
[Bloodline] offers rather average attribute bonuses, and its abilities were things that [Mutant] could obtain through evolution.
It really is quite average.
But, average or not, this was a Sequence Omega energy synthesized by Li Aozi himself. In his current environment, it was unquestionably dominant.
"The Omega energy is secondary. What really matters is—this."
[Advancement task complete.]
[Individual ascension in progress...]
[You have completely surpassed the laws of nature. Welcome to the extraordinary world!]
[Ascension complete.
[Dominion System Exclusive: Your lifespan +200 natural years.]
[Tier Effect: Any attack or attribute check targeting a being of a lower tier than you is only 60% effective. Conversely, your attacks or attribute checks against lower-tier targets are treated as 300% effective.]
[You have ascended to—Delta Tier.]