Chapter 504: To Oceanis (II)
The massive metallic warships moved steadily through the open ocean, their colossal hulls slicing through the waves with mechanical precision. Yet, they were not alone for long. Moments after the massive fire dragon appeared in the sky, the soldiers on the ships noticed movement in the waters below. No one panicked; instead, a wave of calm swept through them, for they knew that these were not enemies but allies.
Almost a million creatures from the Thiamatos Race swarmed around the ships, their sleek forms cutting through the water with shocki ng speed, easily keeping pace with the warships. These creatures, engineered for aquatic efficiency, moved with a predatory grace that spoke of their deadly purpose. Their presence reassured the soldiers, who stood at attention, their gazes flicking between the water and the horizon.
At the head of one of the leading warships stood Grand Marshal Anglius, his towering golden form a beacon of strength and leadership. Measuring nearly thirty meters in height, the golden giant exuded amazing power. He had grown immensely strong after the final battle against the Leviathan Race, absorbing a monumental amount of Origin Force during the conflict. Yet, even with his Guardian-tier strength, he felt a sense of unease. The open ocean was a treacherous expanse, infested with Monsters—some of which might have evolved beyond the High Champion Rank.
Unlike Vlad or Fafnir, Anglius could not fly, and underwater combat would severely limit his capabilities. This vulnerability was not lost on the soldiers either, and the air aboard the ships was charged with tension. Every soldier was on high alert as they ventured deeper into the vast, uncharted waters.
It wasn’t long before the ocean revealed its dangers. Barely an hour into their journey, the soldiers spotted massive shadows moving beneath the waves. Anglius gripped his halberd tightly as creatures emerged from the depths—a massive sea snake, over 150 meters long, its scales glinting like dark armor in the sunlight.
Before the creature could close the distance, a beam of concentrated energy descended from the sky, piercing through the Monster’s eye and scorching its brain. The serpent let out a deafening screech before collapsing lifelessly back into the water. All eyes turned skyward, and there, hovering above them, was the Xaos King. His eyes burned with fiery intensity as he surveyed the scene, his mere presence exuding authority and reassurance.
The sight of Vlad’s effortless kill eased the hearts of the hundreds of thousands of soldiers. The tension that had gripped them moments ago dissipated, replaced by a renewed sense of confidence. They straightened their stances, their determination to follow their leader bolstered.
Anglius, too, relaxed slightly, a smile forming on his face as he saw the soldiers’ morale improve. He was about to issue an order to retrieve the massive sea snake for its nutritious meat, but before he could speak, the Thiamatos units swarming around the ships surged forward. Their massive jaws clamped onto the fallen Monster, tearing into its flesh with ravenous efficiency. Within moments, the snake’s enormous body was completely devoured, leaving no trace behind, not even a drop of blood. It was something impressive, given that they were in the ocean. The creatures then returned to their formations, ready for the next threat.