The Lord Demon King is Unfathomable!

3. Hunt Unknown Demon Beasts (Obtain new resources never seen before by the Demon King Army)

4. Draw a topographic map (Create a basic map of the foreign continent)

Rewards: Provide a large amount of Experience, rare equipment, contribution points, and exploration points exclusive to the event based on task progress! Outstanding contributors may trigger hidden tasks!

Special rules: The rewards for exploring unknown areas are more generous, but the danger is higher. The deeper into the jungle, the rarer the rewards!

Just as the task window appeared in front of the players, those busy "picking up trash" on the beach suddenly became excited as if they were on steroids, and the obsidian spears and short knives in their hands instantly lost their appeal.

"Damn! The Magic Plant Frenzy event isn't over yet, and now there's a new event?!"

"It's different. It seems like this time it's a non-public event, and only players who receive the invitation and reach the New Continent can participate?"

"No level restrictions, but soul level must be above fine steel... that's a bit of a high threshold, probably around 1000 people or so."

"The developers have been quite diligent lately!"

"Is there going to be an open beta test?!"

"Awesome, developers!!!"

"Stop yelling, even if you shout until you're hoarse, equipment won't fall from the sky."

"+1, you might as well call me dad instead of the developers, at least your dad will help you level up."

"Get lost, you @#%$!"

"..."

The beach was filled with noise and commotion, while the smart little players had already entered the forest, following the tracks of those Lizardman hunters to find the hidden civilization within the forest.

Looking at the chaotic beach, Hu Wan fell silent for a moment, then instinctively turned his head to look at Yiye Zhiqiu, blurting out.

"Bro, what do you think?"

Although he is also a professional player, after witnessing Yiye's enterprise-level understanding of the game, he decided to take it easy.

However, unlike before, Yiye Zhiqiu glanced around, pondered for a long time, and only uttered a single sentence.

"I'll... just stand and watch."

Hu Wan: "..."

Minotaur Warrior: "...Come on, give us some opinions!"

Pig-headed Knight: "Exactly! We're waiting for your strategy guide!"

"Waiting for my strategy guide is okay..."

Yiye Zhiqiu looked at these lazy bums who were slacking off and felt both amused and exasperated. The Skeleton rubbed its nonexistent bridge of the nose with its index finger and sighed.

"Honestly, I don't have any intelligence right now, even if you ask me... I can only make blind guesses."

"Hmm... I just studied the event announcement carefully again. It specifically mentioned that imperial merchant ships haven't discovered this continent in hundreds of years... could this be a clue?" Hu Wan said, touching his chin with his index finger after a moment of silence.

The Soul Fire within Yiye Zhiqiu's skull flickered slightly, and he continued.

"That possibility can't be ruled out."

A smile appeared on the corner of Hu Wan's mouth, but the Pig-headed Knight standing nearby looked bewildered.

"How is this a clue?"

"Of course, it's a clue. At least compared to wandering around blindly like before, we now have a line of thought," Yiye Zhiqiu continued, contemplating while staring at the transparent task interface, "And wasn't it mentioned in the event announcement? Outstanding contributors may trigger hidden tasks. Generally speaking, such opportunities are never hidden in roadside treasure chests."

The Minotaur Warrior's gaze flickered slightly, and he clutched his Battle Axe tightly with excitement.

"Do you mean... following this clue to search for the secrets of this continent that the imperial merchant ships could not discover may be the key to triggering hidden tasks?"

Yiye Zhiqiu smiled and nodded.

"Correct answer."

Although they were still in the dark about information on the New Continent, at least now they knew which direction to strive towards.

Just as Yiye Zhiqiu and his group were following the steps of other players deeper into the forest, Lumier brought the shivering Ticky before the Lord Demon King.

Compared to their departure several months ago, this young man now seemed to have aged several years. His once rosy and glossy face had turned as sunburned as dried salted meat, with chapped lips and withered yellow hair.

It was clear he had suffered a lot on the way.

However, because of this, his faith was more devout than a few months ago, and his resolve was as solid as rock.

"My lord."

Looking at the humbly saluting Lumier, Luo Yan nodded slightly, acknowledging his achievements along the way.

"You have suffered."

Lumier respectfully replied.

"It's my honor to serve you, my lord. Compared to that, these trials are nothing."

"No need to be modest. Your performance has been excellent, including the sacrificial offerings you presented to me in Seldo Port and your on-the-spot reactions after arriving at this strange sea area... I have seen it all."

At this, Luo Yan paused for a moment, slightly raising his voice, and announced in a solemn and serious tone.

"...To reward your contributions, I have decided to grant you the rewards you deserve."

Upon finishing, he extended his index finger and touched Lumier's forehead.

A dark green ripple spread from his forehead and gradually merged into the middle of his brows like a wave.

A look of surprise appeared on Lumier's face, but he quickly immersed himself in a sense of tranquility and peace.

He felt a comfort in his soul unlike any he had felt before, as if he had returned to the cradle that nurtured life.

"This is..."

Looking at Lumier's surprised face, Luo Yan said with a smile.

"I have elevated your Soul Level from ordinary to fine steel. I believe given time, you will definitely become a capable strong individual with your perseverance... Keep it up, I have faith in you."

Extraordinary Power!

The Lord Demon King actually granted him Extraordinary Power!