Secret Realm Lobby
The Adventurers' journeys continued.
Among them, the number of players challenging the Ten Kingdoms Chronicle Secret Realm began to increase significantly.
Before this, there had been a clear gap in popularity between Ten Kingdoms Chronicle and the Tidal Secret Realm.
This was because the Tidal Secret Realm was developed earlier and featured more gameplay modes. In contrast, Ten Kingdoms Chronicle only had the Ashina Chapter, and its difficulty was much higher, making it less appealing for most Adventurers.
Now, however—
With the Ashina main storyline cleared, a more complete guide and strategy path had formed. Adventurers' confidence increased dramatically, encouraging many who had been waiting to finally begin their journey in Ashina.
At this moment, the rise in popularity of Ten Kingdoms Chronicle had only just begun.
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White Crane Hermit sighed.
> "Once the Ashina Chapter gains recognition, it will be regarded as a masterpiece by billions of Adventurers. I'm certain that this single chapter alone could increase the population of Blackstone Town several times—perhaps even tenfold!"
The others were shocked.
A tenfold increase in population?
And this was just one chapter.
Everyone knew that Miracle City's true entry-level Secret Realm was still the Tidal Secret Realm, especially Raging Tide, which had stage mode, story mode, and an endlessly replayable competitive mode.
How many players would that attract?
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Bianca nodded.
> "As an Adventurer, I'm lucky to experience such a masterpiece. But Lord Qi's talent has only just begun. He will definitely create even greater worlds in the future."
Everyone agreed.
Three Bamboo added:
> "Miracle City is only a quasi–Tier 2 territory, yet it has already produced something like this. I can't imagine what it will become with more resources."
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The discussion soon shifted toward future updates.
Many Adventurers felt impatient.
There was already so much content—but who would ever complain about too much?
Especially Bianca.
Having cleared the first chapter, she was eager for the second.
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According to leaks:
The next chapter would not take place in Eastern Ying.
Most likely, it would be set in the Central Plains.
This sparked endless curiosity.
A land far larger than Eastern Ying…
The origin of the Sakura Dragon…
Unknown empires…
Even stronger beings…
The mystery was irresistible.
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Switch to Tidal Secret Realm
Forgotten River Wanderer suggested:
> "Ten Kingdoms Chronicle is amazing, but don't forget Raging Tide. The Blacklight Chapter is progressing quickly."
Since Bianca and the others had exhausted their energy, they decided to watch instead.
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Blacklight Chapter – Act Progress
Several Adventurers had already reached Act Five.
One of the fastest was Blackstone Hammer King.
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Bianca frowned.
> "Why does Alex look… off?"
Alex appeared disheveled, with a tumor growing on his back.
The city had changed too.
Previously normal
Now filled with roaming zombies
Infection spreading rapidly
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Pig King explained:
The story uses a flashback structure
It spans 18 days
Current timeline: Day 6
About 20% of Manhattan is infected
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Bianca nodded.
> "I remember—Alex was trying to recover his memories and find out who killed him."
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Violent Little Chicken added:
> "The problem is Karen."
Karen had betrayed Alex.
She was working with Blacklight Organization
Sending data to Dr. Mike McMullen
Lead researcher at GenTek
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This led to Alex's current condition.
He had been infected with a special pathogen designed to weaken him.
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Temporary Weakening
Although Alex didn't die:
His powers were suppressed
Abilities like claws and hammer fists were disabled
To recover, he needed antibodies.
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Dr. Roland's Solution
Dr. Roland (formerly GenTek) helped create a cure.
However, the process required:
1. Injecting a Hunter
2. Letting it develop antibodies
3. Absorbing the Hunter
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The Evolution
Blackstone Hammer King completed the process.
After absorbing the Hunter—
A shocking transformation occurred.
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New Form
Full biological armor
Dark red and black exoskeleton
Hardened like keratin plates
Seamless coverage
His arm transformed into a giant blade.
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The Adventurers cheered.
> "That's insane!"
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Combat Showcase
He charged into a zombie horde:
Crushed normal zombies instantly
Split a Super Zombie in half
Blade cut like steel through flesh
Pure destruction.
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Blackwatch Counterattack
Suddenly—
Tanks
Soldiers
Black Hawk helicopter
They opened fire.
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But the armor held.
Bullets were useless.
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Helicopter Assault
Blackstone Hammer King:
Climbed buildings
Used whip ability
Grabbed helicopter
Killed crew instantly
Then—
He leaped into the sky.
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Ultimate Skill: Bullet Dive
From 150 meters high—
He activated Bullet Dive.
Body accelerated past sound speed
Energy formed a meteor-like trail
Impact destroyed everything
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Result
Tank crushed flat
Street shattered
Soldiers obliterated
A literal street-level explosion.
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Bianca was stunned.
> "That's at least Tier 3 power…"
And this was only Day 6 of the story.
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Why Players Love It
Fast progression
Massive power growth
Extremely satisfying combat
Perfect for new players.
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Next Plot Point
New clue: Hope Town (Idaho)
Incident 20 years ago
Entire population wiped out
One survivor: Elizabeth
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Alex realized:
Elizabeth = original infected.
Source of the virus
Controls all infected
Possesses hive-mind intelligence
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Cliffhanger
Hunters attacked.
Dina was abducted.
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To save her—
Alex must find Elizabeth.
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End of Act Six
The story entered mid-to-late stage.
The mystery deepened.
And every Adventurer was hooked.
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