Chapter 1240
The Patroshist executives were found themselves in panic mode.
The forces from another realm had a goal of throwing Earth into chaos. Naturally, they found common ground with the Patroshists, an anti-government organization that thrived on disrupting societal structures. Their interests aligned well—too well, in fact for the comfort of all nations.
The invaders needed resources, while the Patroshists wanted additional manpower and new military might. Each side had something the other lacked, so they became ideal partners.
Using the power of a non-human entity, they had obtained strength beyond that of ordinary humans. Some of their gear could even completely disable hunter gear and mana-based equipment!
Of course, they’d always avoided direct confrontation with relatively high-level hunters or heavy bombardment, as such actions posed real risks to their survival, but that phase had since ended.
“Heh. Is that it?”
Within an underground cavern in a sun-scorched desert, a massive egg pulsed as it hung suspended midair, giving off a faint green glow.
“Do we still need more sacrifices?”
“No, this should be enough.”
“Tch. Just looking at it gives me chills. What the hell is even inside that thing...?”
Countless animals, insects, and humans had been thrown in as materials for the egg’s incubation. They'd added an abundance of unidentified matter, as well.
“However, I heard the information on the base mutagenic catalyst leaked to the alliance.”