The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse

After a brief calculation, Wu Heng took out the first damaged Special Item fragment and threw it in.

The numbers started to change, [Melting (90.1%)]

Second item [Melting (93.7%)]

Third item, fourth item... Until the value shot up from 95.1% to 98.9%, Wu Heng finally stopped his actions.

This was a bit different from the calculation, and now the Heart of Molten Fire was so bright it was dazzling, like a barrel filled with energy.

Wu Heng glanced back at the Ghosts. Xiao Xiao, Bella, and Glenda were discussing the matters from the market, while only the Lady floated not far away, observing the changes in the Heart of Molten Fire.

"It's almost there; if you throw in any more, the previous ones might all be destroyed," the Lady said.

"There's still a bit of room, but it should be hard to accomplish," Wu Heng responded.

Although there was some space, rationality told him that throwing in another fragment would push the Special Item past its limit, making all previous investments futile.

"Then don't continue; don't you still have Special Items? Try again next time," the Lady suggested.

Wu Heng felt she was right; he still had some Special Items at hand that could be used.

"Makes sense, I'll listen to you," Wu Heng nodded and then moved towards the metal lever on the side of the magma pool.

With the lever pulled, a gate at the bottom of the magma pool slowly opened, and crimson magma surged along the trenches below.

The temperature within the cave drastically dropped, and the air was filled with a pungent smell of sulfur and metal cooling.

When the magma at the bottom of the pool receded, a crimson Scale Armor lay there quietly.

At this moment, Glenda, Xiao Xiao, and Bella also flew over, and Wu Heng, along with the four Ghosts, leaned in to observe.

The Scale Armor was crimson from the heating of the magma, with edges shimmering in a molten gold-like glow.

The edges of the armor were wrapped in a leather-like material, the seams precise like a work of art, but magma could produce metal plates—leather, however... Although Special Items shouldn't be understood like normal items, it still looked peculiar.

"Wow! It's armor this time~!" Xiao Xiao immediately flew in to take a closer look, "There are patterns on it as well."

The Lady stood by the side and said, "Too slow, you gather water element to cool it down."

"It's so dry here; where would I get water, unless I produce it myself," Wu Heng replied in a grumpy tone.

"Always failing at critical moments!" the Lady remarked.

Soon, the Scale Armor gradually cooled down, losing its crimson hue and revealing its true form: countless pure white snow-like scales layered densely, each one flowing with a faint golden luster.

[Martyr's Scale Armor (Special Item)]

[Effect: Holy Healing Scale, Martyr's Blessing, Activated Equipment.]

[Side Effects: Emotion Exhaustion, Death Replacement Debt.]

(Description: An armor formed under special circumstances, exuding a calming aura of tranquility and an inviolable sacred majesty.)

[Holy Healing Scale]: When the wearer takes damage, the Sacred Scale Armor automatically reduces damage by 40%, and the Holy Light heals wounds.

[Martyr's Blessing]: When the wearer sustains lethal damage, it can substitute one death.

[Activated Equipment]: The armor's appearance can transform along with the wearer's size.

[Emotion Exhaustion]: As time worn increases, the wearer's human emotions will gradually fade, but can be regained once removed.

[Death Replacement Debt]: When the armor replaces death, the wearer's lifespan is reduced by 10 to 15 years.

Wu Heng's gaze focused on the armor, observing intently.

The Special Item has a total of three effects, the first being [Holy Healing Scale], which could reduce damage by 40% and heal wounds with Holy Light.

It seems to have inherited the characteristics of The Holy Court's equipment.

The Church Special Items that were thrown in did indeed have an impact.

The second, [Martyr's Blessing], is quite special; it can replace death once, which is quite useful.

But being a Hero, there aren't many opportunities for its use.

[Activated Equipment] actually also has some use; when in Blood Clan form and growing wings, the Armor will also change accordingly.

Then there are the side effects, a total of two.

The first is [Emotion Exhaustion], where the user's human emotions will gradually fade with use.

This isn't really considered a severe side effect. At times, the fading of human emotion can be advantageous in battle.

The main thing to prevent is changing one's disposition and randomly killing.

The second side effect is [Death Replacement Debt], where the armor replaces death at the cost of reducing lifespan by 10 to 15 years, which is better than dying.

Now it seems, this Special Item is quite good.

It fits just right for personal use.

"This color and pattern, it wouldn't be equipment from The Holy Court again, right?" Bella observed and remarked.

The white base with flowing gold light indeed resembled the effects of the Divine Robe of The Holy Court.

Xiao Xiao said, "Oh no, we threw in so much equipment, and what we got was something from The Holy Court again."

Glenda looked at Wu Heng, "So, what do you think?"

"In terms of attributes, it's indeed related to The Holy Court, but I can use it, and the effect is quite good," Wu Heng withdrew his gaze and then used the Skill [Animate Object]. The armor at the pool bottom flew up and landed on a nearby rock.

The gate was pulled down again, and the rolling magma once again filled the pool.

...

"What are the attributes, share them!" Glenda asked.

Wu Heng introduced the attributes of the Special Item, and the other three Ghosts' eyes lit up, except for Xiao Xiao.

Bella said, "It seems this trip was worthwhile; the attributes of this item are indeed quite good."

Glenda also nodded in agreement.

"40% damage reduction, plus your Evil Qi Burning Pattern and Physical Defense..." The Lady crossed her arms and remarked, "Now, even if the Religious Leader of The Holy Court stood and hacked at you, it would be hard to defeat you."

Bella laughed, "Too bad the court can't produce a Religious Leader nowadays."

Glenda continued, "Try putting it on! Let's see."

"Why should I try it on? It's still scorching hot," Wu Heng replied in a bad mood, putting the armor away.

Glenda floated to the edge of the magma pool, looking at the refilled crimson magma, "Shall we continue? The Special Items we acquired today haven't been used yet!"

Xiao Xiao added, "This time, I hope to melt out a super powerful weapon!"

Bella reminded, "Your uncle doesn't lack weapons; he uses the Bronze Spear!"

"Then let it be even more powerful than the Bronze Spear!"

"Yes, that makes sense."

The four Ghosts turned their gaze to him, seeking his opinion.

Wu Heng said, "Let's do it, and see if we can make something else great."

Glancing at the Heart of Molten Fire.

[Melting (2.1%)].

It seemed like each restart didn't revert directly to 0; there was still a certain value.

Wu Heng pondered for a moment, then directly threw in a Special Item.

This time, he started by throwing in intact Special Items, each increasing more than 10% in value, quickly reaching 92.6%.

Next, Wu Heng began to throw in fragments.

It steadily climbed to 98.8.

Wu Heng frowned, gave up on continued investment again, and directly opened the gate.

When the magma receded once more, a dagger lay quietly at the bottom of the pool.

Wu Heng used [Animate Object] to lift the dagger and placed it on the stone, waiting with the Four Souls for it to cool.

Within a short time, an entirely pitch-black dagger appeared before them. Unlike ordinary forged weapons, its surface was covered with fine cracks, akin to dried blood scabs.

"A dagger! It's not attractive at all," Xiao Xiao was a bit disappointed.

"Let's see what the attributes are like; melted items shouldn't be inferior!" Glenda said.

Wu Heng gazed at the Special Item, its effects manifesting before his eyes.

[Blood Sacrifice Knife (Special Item)]

[Effect: Blood Sacrifice.]

[Side Effect: Sensory Pawn.]

(Description: When you hold it, you will both long for blood.)

[Blood Sacrifice: When cutting the target, it can absorb the target's flesh and soul, benefiting the holder.]

[Sensory Pawn: After 5 usages benefiting the holder, temporarily lose one sense (such as sight, hearing, touch, etc.).]

A dagger that, when cutting the target, can absorb the target's flesh and soul, benefiting the holder.

It sounds quite good, and weapons capable of attacking the soul are rare in the market.

The side effect is Sensory Pawn; after five uses benefiting the holder, they will temporarily lose a sense.

Temporarily means recoverable; it's not a big issue.

This weapon isn't as excellent as imagined, but its effect is quite decent.

However... this kind of dagger seems unsuitable for personal use.