"Huh? Looks like there's something going on."
Shi Li doesn’t mainly look at the cards.
His cards are basically main cards, and he knows exactly what they can do and what role they play.
What we mainly look at are the effects of the inscriptions.
Even though this is the 9th time , I still feel unfamiliar with the place.
What he was focusing on at this moment was the 3-star Inscription of Determination.
[Resolute - Sustainable Defense ★★★ (Enhanced)]: If your card is damaged while [Defending], gain 5 points of [Healing]
A math problem is being worked out in my mind.
[Hua Yulu] cannot [Defend] and will lose 70 health points when attacked by the BOSS.
If [Stone Soldier] [Defends], he will lose 47.5 health points when attacked by the BOSS.
[Iron Stick] If [Defend] is used, it will lose 50 health points when attacked by the BOSS.
And now my total health is... 80 health points.
Even if you get slapped by the boss, you won't die immediately.
Then, except for [Jade Deer], all other cards are [Defended], and can gain 35 points of [Healing] under the effect of [Resoluteness - Sustainable Defense ★★★ (Enhanced)].
Scene card [A Hundred Demons Parade at Night], restores 5+5 points of [Healing].
[Jade Deer], releases 30 points of [Healing].
The total is 75 points of [Healing].
In other words, the worst result is that the BOSS attacks [Hua Yulu] and causes 70 points of damage.
Then you can earn 5 health points with 75 points of [Treatment].
"Oh my god, if I want to get back to full health, I need... 177 rounds!"
"Is there a pause button so I can log off and eat or go to the bathroom?"
Shi Li had a premonition that an ultimate bladder situation was coming.
The key point is that 177 rounds are only the number of rounds required to restore your health to full.
This does not include the number of rounds required to kill the BOSS and continue to recover health in the middle.
This BOSS shouldn't have any rage mechanism or something like that, right?
The only answer was right in front of him, and he had no choice.
"Luckily, Cube is very user-friendly. I can set up the program and then host it."
After inputting a few commands into a fixed pattern program, Shi Li sat down directly on the spot.
【Roar! 】
【Yoyo flower～! 】
Then I watched the BOSS at the card table start to commit violence.
We were either petrified or on the defensive, and basically did nothing.
Before I knew it, I had actually made him fall asleep!
Wake up...
"Damn it, why don't I sleep longer? My health isn't even full yet!"
He covered his forehead.
But the total health has recovered to 780/965, which is not far away.
After thinking about it, I set up a new program.
Let non-wild cards start to output when their health is fully restored. When the health is more than half, continue to recover health just in case.
In this way, more than an hour passed in boredom.
【Roar!!!】
The BOSS's health finally returned to 0, and its entire lava body began to shake violently.
"Please, no more stage 4."
Shi Li finally cheered up and prayed again that the person on the other side would be a good person.
This time, the prayer worked.
The BOSS's body gradually cooled down and eventually turned into a large rock that was no different from the surrounding environment.
Then suddenly a small piece of stone fell off it, like a domino effect that triggered a switch.
Crash...!
Eventually it broke into pieces of various sizes on the ground.
Buzz...
Blue light shot into the sky and the card table began to converge.
"call……"
Shi Li stood up and breathed a sigh of relief.
This tough BOSS was finally dealt with by myself.
"Congratulations, Mr. Card Player."
The imagined inscription option did not appear, but the Messenger of Balance appeared out of thin air.
"Congratulations, the beginner's tutorial of [The Way of Balance] has been completed here."
"You call this a tutorial?"
Shi Li was stunned.
"Of course, [Level Zero] isn't really a level."
"In subsequent levels, the monsters will become stronger."
"Starting from [Level 1], the monster's entry will become two."
The Balance Messenger introduced.
"Wait, I'm not even at level 10 yet."
Shi Li thought that the monster only had 1 entry because he had not reached LV10.
Secretary He had introduced so many things before that he was confused.
"No, no, every time you advance a level, the monster's skill entry will increase by one."
"Then what's the difference between high and low level players? High-level players have deeper decks, so isn't it easier for them?"
"That's not the case. In the same number of levels, when a high-level player faces the same monster, the monster's data will be more powerful. However, correspondingly, the probability of high-level players obtaining balance points and high-quality inscriptions will also increase."
"I see……"
After listening to the other party's explanation, Shi Li nodded.
"In this level, all your inscriptions and spell cards will be calculated into balance points, plus the balance points you currently have in your hand."
"You can exchange some inscriptions or spell cards at [Level 10]. By the way, the power of the card can be re-selected once at each [Level 10]."
"From now on, every time you balance, you can skip [Level Zero] and start directly from [Level One Zero]. The initial starting balance point will be the record you set now."
"Of course, if you are not satisfied with your current balance point record, you can always start over ."
"If the balance point record is refreshed, your initial balance point in [Level 10] will also be refreshed."
Then, the Messenger of Balance introduced.
"Is that so..."
Secretary He did not explain this to him in detail.
Maybe it’s because he felt that he wouldn’t be able to pass the [Zero Level] on his first try.
At this time, Shi Li pondered over the other party's words and thought about it.
After going through these several times, he felt that from [Zero Level One] to [Zero Level Eight], there were only eight levels where one could collect inscriptions or spell cards.
If you take the route of purely collecting inscriptions, that is, if there is [Battle], choose [Battle], and if there is no [Battle], choose [Encounter], the number of inscriptions that can be collected is about 14.
Any more and it’s gone.
Because the upper limit of the number of levels is there.
This made him feel that there was no possibility of opening the illustrated books behind the power of cards, such as the 15th inscription.
And now [Level 10] can use the balance points settled in the previous level to purchase inscriptions, which makes sense.
"That is, if I want to refresh the initial equilibrium point as much as possible."
"Then we have to start by collecting more and better quality inscriptions, right?"
He asked the Balance Bringer a question.
"Yes, that's understandable."
“But in fact, the more important way is another one.”
"Enhanced inscriptions and unenhanced inscriptions are equivalent."
"So if you save the equilibrium point, you don't strengthen it."
"Also, go to more [Events] and try to complete those tasks with more Balance Points."
"Then in theory, we can accumulate more equilibrium points and move on to the next level."
The Messenger of Balance answered patiently.
"So now, how many balance points can I accumulate to enter [Level 10]?"
"Wait a minute, listen."
As the Messenger of Balance pointed to the sky, a voice was heard.
[Ding Dong! ]
[1 star is worth 10 balance points]
[2 stars worth 20 balance points]
[3 stars worth 40 balance points]
[Spell card value 30 balance points]
[Inscription conversion in progress...]
[Obtain 210 Balance Points]
[Converting spell cards...]
[Obtain 0 Balance Point]
【Currently accumulated 233 equilibrium points】
[Based on the accumulated number, the amount of this instance is increased 4 times]
"233 points, almost reaching the average line."
“For a newcomer exploring the Way of Balance for the first time, this is pretty good.”
"And for every 50 points of balance you exceed, you will be given an additional dungeon opportunity."
"You now have six chances, so make the most of them."
The Balance Messenger nodded in approval.
Shi Li asked about the average line. The average level obtained after completing [Zero Level Ten] was around 300 equilibrium points.
"Okay, then I hope to see you at [Ichikanjiu] next."
"Goodbye."
After answering some of his questions, the Messenger of Balance left the portal and said goodbye.
Shi Li knew that his real reward would only begin at this moment.
[Ding Dong! ]
[Please select the following rewards after passing level 10]
[1. Select 1 card from this level, strength D]
[2. Select 1 card from the unknown deck, with a strength of E to C]
The first thing to arrive is the reward for clearing a small level for the first time.
Shi Li thought about it and did not choose to play the open card.
Because after the entire BOSS battle just now, I felt that those cards were just so-so.
The strength lies in the numerical value.
If it was a C-level or B-level [Stone Eater] and [Stone Eater Tentacles], he might be interested in taking a look.
Forget about the D-level ones.
So, he chose option 2 both times.
[Mummy, mummy, coax...]
The projection of the first card is a staff with its own chanting sound effect.
The staff has a simple shape, a long pole with a large ring on the top.
"How rare! It's actually a weapon card."
It had been a while since Shi Li had been able to carry his equipment cards, and he missed it a little.
Pick up the card and look at it.
【Staff of Silence】
Balanced, 30 points, D
Attack 30, 100/100
[Staff Seal - Passive]: After revealing the card, every 2 rounds, a target can be [Seal] for 1 round
“That’s great too.”
[Seal] is a divine effect in his mind, a kind of soft control that he has always wanted to possess.
"But there's not much room for D-level cards."
"You still have to rub it."
As he spoke, he lay down and closed his eyes.
Start batch processing.
Wait until the results come out and the dizziness wears off.
He began to browse the results.
But at first glance, I saw the option at the top of the result list.
It is at the top because it is the only B-grade card option.
【Demon Monk】
Rage, 25 points, B
Attack 25, 100/100
[Demon Spirit - Passive]: When the demon monk directly attacks a normal creature card, the damage caused is +10
[False Mercy - Passive]: When a card is retired, the demon monk gains 30 points of [Healing]
[Monk Chanting - 30% Maximum HP]: The demon monk selects a target and seals it for 2 turns
(【Seal】: Makes the target's passive skill ineffective)
"Wow, a new skill has been released. No wonder it has become B-level."
"It has changed from a passive skill to an active skill, which makes it more controllable."
"A monk holding a staff seems reasonable."
Shi Li touched his chin and temporarily resisted the urge to shuffle the cards.
After looking through the remaining results and confirming that Level B [Demon Monk] was the best answer, he picked up the cards and clapped his hands.
Bang!
Buzz!
Light overflowed from the palm, and the card was completed.
The second card is also D-level.
【Squeak! Squeak!】
Its projection is a golden cicada, also known as the golden cicada.
From the moment it appeared, it kept barking, which was quite irritating to hear.
"When talking about cicadas, we can't forget about the cicada shedding its shell."
"Is this a card that can use feign death to avoid attacks or fatal damage?"
With this understanding, Shi Li looked at the cards.
After reading it, his expression was a little complicated.
There is both an element of complaint and an element of surprise .
【Noisy Cicada】
Rage, 20 points, D
Attack 20, 100/100
[Silence is Golden - 30% Max HP]: Jinchan silences a target for 2 turns
"It's really interesting that I'm so noisy, but it makes others silent."
"But...it's a good card indeed."
[Silence] is another kind of soft control that Shi Li wants.
Its effect can be said to be very similar to [Seal].
Soft controls such as [Seal] and [Silence] often exist in skills for 2 or more rounds.
The main reason is to prevent the opponent from using skills to remove the control.
Just like [Kung Fu Sheep Rabbit], if she uses [Two Combos], then the priority will be the same as [Seal] and [Silence].
The result of the hedging is that she is silenced or sealed, but the skill is still used.
If you just [Seal] or [Silence] her for 1 round, the effect will be minimal.
Lasting for 2 or more rounds can be considered a mechanism to compensate for this type of soft control effect.
"Let me see what good stuff I can make."
Shi Li lay down again.
Fortunately, there is a lava lake next to it and the floor is warm.
Otherwise, he was worried that if he lay on the ground for long periods of time so frequently, his mouth would be crooked when he got up.
"I was not disappointed."
After reading all the preview results, Shi Li chose the best answer.
[Sword Mantis Girl] + [Noisy Golden Cicada] = [Sword Mantis Girl]
The mantis eats insects, so how could she not swallow it?
Haven't you heard of the mantis stalking the cicada?
【Sword Mantis Girl】
Rage, 30 points, B
Attack 30, 100/100
[Mantis Catches Cicada - Passive]: When Mantis attacks insect cards, attack power +10
[Mantis Brace - Passive]: When Mantis attacks a card with higher HP than her own, her attack power increases by 10
[Open and Fair Slash - 10% of Maximum HP]: The Mantis attacks the target in front of her, dealing an extra 20 damage and causing it to [Silence] for 2 turns.
([Silence]: Prevents the target from using active skills)
"Active skills have been adjusted from 10% of current health to 10% of maximum health ."
"But the only one who can perfectly integrate the [Silence] skill is [Sword Mantis Girl]."
“Compared to the original 30% of the maximum HP of [Noisy Golden Cicada], it is much better.”
However, Shi Li knew that the only drawback was that this skill of [Mantid] could only be used on the targets in the row directly in front.
Overall, it is acceptable.
"Is it because of the BOSS level that these two good cards appeared in the card pool?"
After calming down, Shi Li patted his butt and stood up.
At this point, the ten levels of the cave have been officially opened by myself.
There is no value in staying here any longer.
So he lifted his legs and stepped into the portal.
Buzz buzz buzz...
There was a roar in my ears, the scene was distorted and my vision changed.
When he came to his senses, he was already standing in a pure white space.
[Ding Dong! ]
[Complete the entire zero level and get 5 card draw opportunities]
At this time, the reward for completing the level finally arrived.
"Five times, that's not bad."
Shi Li nodded with satisfaction.
The level rewards will be refreshed every time you enter the dungeon, which means that theoretically he needs to refresh [Level 0] at least once every time he comes in.
"Compared to the highly volatile random dungeons, [The Way of Balance] is quite profitable."
"For a player like Mr. Xiu who has the highest progress at Level 4, if he can complete levels 0 to 3 every time he comes in, then he will be guaranteed to have 20 draws at least."
“No wonder those advanced players have such deep decks.”
"But the key to the [Way of Balance] is probably not something that ordinary people can get."
Shi Li felt that collecting inscriptions and attacking BOSSes in this way offered a different kind of fun compared to traveling to another world to complete various main and side quests.
In fact, playing these PVE games one after another is less stressful than dealing with people.
"Doesn't that Mushroom love PVE? I'll see if I can find a key for it when I get a chance."
"But then again, leaving 50 balance points behind gives you an extra chance."
"For an old hand like Secretary He, Director Xiu, wouldn't it be possible to reach new heights with a dozen opportunities?"
"We have just reached the fourth level, how difficult will the rest be?"
While talking to himself, Shi Li saw cards appear one after another.
Whoosh!
When they were neatly suspended and arranged in front of him, he was numb.
Because I have never seen so many cards.
A rough estimate is that there may be... 10,000!
It formed a dense circle and surrounded him in the center.
"Brother Junheng, I know you are very generous."
"But you only gave me 5 chances to draw cards, how can I play this?!"
He felt that this form was really murderous.
There are so many cards, but you only get to draw 5. Are you trying to make me greedy to death?
Especially for me who has an absolute sense of cards.
Another very important point is that with so many cards, how long do I have to preview them?
"I heard that the highest level card in the Zero Level card pool is only B-level card."
"But if it's a top-quality D- or C-grade card, you can't miss it."
Faced with the dazzling array of cards, he couldn't help but smile bitterly.
…
A few days later, in the card show hall.
As usual, Secretary He was sitting in the director's office working.
Looking at the card room's financial report for this quarter, he frowned.
The card hall has always been fluctuating around the break-even line.
Recently, I've been doing team building and coaching for investments, which has led to a serious decline.
The extent to which the stock price is below the break-even line has reached a level not seen in recent years.
"It's still a membership issue. Our membership number is always stuck at a bottleneck, neither increasing nor decreasing."
"We should find a way to make the card room famous."
He took off his glasses and rubbed the bridge of his nose.
At this time, Director Xiu walked in from outside.
"How is it, has anyone come out?"
Since that day, she would come to the card room every day without fail.
Such abnormality is naturally due to concern about Shi Li's progress in the [Way of Balance].
“Not out yet.”
Secretary He shook his head.
Director Xiu: "Hiss... This kid is in this dungeon for the first time, and he's been in there for quite a while. How many levels do you think he can reach?"
Secretary He: "I feel like most people wouldn't even be able to pass Level 10 if they went in for the first time, but if it's Coach Shi..."
Director Xiu: "You can pass [Level 0], but are you stuck at [Level 10]?"
Secretary He: "Yeah, I think so too."
Buzz!
Just as the two were talking, a figure appeared out of nowhere in the office.
Shi Li is back.