Guild Wars-Novel



The Devil Castle stood at the heart of Paradise, an imposing structure that exuded an air of both elegance and danger. Its architecture was a seamless blend of dark Gothic spires and sensual Baroque curves, creating an otherworldly beauty that captivated any who laid eyes on it. The entire castle seemed to shimmer with a faint red glow, hinting at the passionate and devilish energies that resided within its walls. 

Massive obsidian gates guarded the entrance, adorned with intricate carvings of mythical devilish creatures and seductive succubi in alluring poses. As they approached, the gates swung open with a low, haunting creak, inviting the trio to step into the realm of temptation. 

Chel and Bria chuckled as they enjoyed the sense of returning home while Misery felt slightly somber at the atmosphere he was feeling here. 

Inside, the Devil Castle was a labyrinth of opulence and desire. Marble hallways, adorned with crimson velvet drapes, led to lavish chambers that promised unparalleled pleasures. Intricate stained-glass windows depicted scenes of sinful indulgence, while the air was filled with a delicate scent of incense and seduction. 

Chel and Bria led the way through the castle's winding corridors, passing by sumptuous lounges where sultry music played, drawing couples and trios into sensuous embraces. Golden chandeliers hung from the ceilings, casting a warm and intimate glow over the rooms. 

Misery looked these devils up and down and noticed that they were similar to the two with him in that they had royal bloodline, but it was much thinner. Not to mention that they stopped to greet Chel and Bria respectively as 'Royal Cousin'. 

Aside from that, one of the most impressive features of the Devil Castle was its central hall, known as the Hall of Temptations. 

This grand chamber was a masterpiece of sinister allure, featuring a massive dance floor surrounded by decorated balconies. From the balconies, succubi and incubi watched as they enticed everyone below with their alluring bodies that were almost on full display, galvanizing mortals and immortals alike to join them in the dance of temptation. 

Misery noticed more than a few Rank 4 and above men and women from the Main Plane who behaved like dogs, trying their hardest to win the favor of the succubi or incubi of their choice to come down so that they could take part of the sexual orgy on the ground. 

Wild. 

Throughout the castle, the walls were adorned with exquisite paintings and sculptures, depicting devils entwined in intimate and erotic poses. Each piece seemed to tell a story of desire, passion, and indulgence. 

At the highest tower of the Devil Castle lay the private quarters of the Devil King and Queen. Accessible only to those with the highest authority, these chambers were said to hold the most powerful enchantments and secrets of the Devil Realm as well as the now defunct passage to the Divine World. 

As they wandered through the castle, Chel excitedly explained some of its history and significance to Misery. It was not only a place of pleasure and indulgence but also a center of political power. Within its walls, devilish factions gathered to negotiate alliances, engaged in political intrigues, and planned strategic moves to strengthen their influence over the Main Plane, especially with the upcoming millennia Great War. 

Misery chuckled but refrained from informing Chel that such a thing was unlikely to ever repeat itself. If anything, the Main Plan would be the invader. Still, he thought it best if she and the rest of the devils found out on their own. 

Soon, Misery was brought to the chambers of Chel and Bria, which made him raise an eyebrow. 

"You two, I thought you were bringing me here to meet your father?" Misery asked with a look of confusion. 

Chel chuckled evilly. "Maybe, maybe not…" 

Bria closed the door and locked it ominously. "It won't matter if we bring you to him right now… or after you've been drained." 

Seeing the obvious malicious intent his two women had for him, Misery only drank from his bottle and muttered to himself. 

"I'm probably going to die. I wonder, will I go to heaven or hell?" 

The two Royal Devils pounced on their prey at the same time and a serious, world shaking battle ensued in the room thereafter. 

...….. 

Meanwhile, Deployed Soldier was seated within his office in the Rank 7 Barracks. He was currently glancing at a map that showed the details of the entire Main Plane in a holographic like form powered by magitech. 

A knock on the door sounded and he shouted that the person could come in. He frowned slightly when he wondered who could come to see him at this time since most of the troops were deployed and still handling the conquest. 

When the door was pushed open, a mildly handsome young man with a very light tan that was almost yellow in color entered. Deployed looked him up and down then observed that he was tall with his height surpassing 6 feet, whereas his natural born blonde hair was revealed as well as his light green eyes. 

"Ah, you must be our newest core members, AkaWhite Ninja, right?" Deployed Soldier smiled as he recognized the fellow from his guild badge and saw his name above his head. 

Gage nodded. "That's me, though I prefer just Ninja from now on." 

Deployed nodded amiably. "What brings you here, brother Ninja?" 

"Well, after I passed and joined, I noticed the guild was quite err… empty. Not only that, but the entire chat was lively talking about war and stuff, so I asked some people about it and was told to come and see you." Ninja explained with an awkward smile. 

Deployed touched his nose as any new members would naturally be confused by this, especially since Ninja was entirely new to the game. 

"Right, before that, have you gone to Class Up?" Deployed asked quickly. 

"Yeah, somebody explained that process, so I've already done it. Do you want me to share my class details?" Ninja replied thoughtfully. 

Deployed nodded. "Please do." 

｢Spellbound Shadowblade - Divine Class (Rank 1) 

Rank 1: Magic Markings (Passive), Stealthy Aura (Passive), Phantom Step - Ephemeral Vanish (Active), Mana Infusion - Lethal Empowerment (Active). 

Starting Stats: Str 20, Dex 150, End 20, Int 150, Spr 50, Cha 10, Lck 90 

Exp gain rate: 10% 

Rank up difficulty: 50% 

Class weapons: Any Dagger or Stiletto. 

Class skills: Any Magic, Tattoo or Rogue｣ 

｢Magic Markings – Passive skill 

Effect: The Spellbound Shadowblade's body is adorned with ancient and mystical tattoos, enhancing their connection to mana. Each tattoo boosts the potency of the corresponding spell, granting increased damage, duration, or range by at least 100%.｣ 

｢Stealthy Aura – Passive skill 

Effect: The Spellbound Shadowblade exudes an elusive aura that makes them difficult to detect, even in plain sight. They gain a 1,000% bonus to stealth and evasion, making it challenging for even the most insightful of enemies to spot or target them.｣ 

｢Phantom Step - Ephemeral Vanish – Active skill 

Effect: The Spellbound Shadowblade momentarily phases into the ethereal realm, becoming intangible and immune to physical attacks for a short duration. During this state, they can swiftly reposition themselves or bypass obstacles with ease. 

Duration: 1 minute 

Cooldown: 10 minutes.｣ 

｢Mana Infusion - Lethal Empowerment – Active skill 

Effect: Channeling raw mana through their body, the Spellbound Shadowblade temporarily enhances their physical prowess. Their attacks become infused with magical energy, dealing 150% extra elemental damage and applying long debuffs to enemies. 

Duration: 30 seconds 

Cooldown: 5 minutes.｣ 

Whew, Deployed Soldier was slightly shocked by this. Ninja's class was strange as it was one of the first that did not mention Laws and Rules among the core members. Heck, it was almost like… the way Draco, Eva and Shuangtian's classes were. 

Deployed Soldier's pupils suddenly constricted at the thought and he raised his head to glance at the smiling Ninja with a chill. He scanned the man up and down again before asking seriously. 

"Ninja… do you have any… special abilities?" 

Ninja was surprised by the question, then he grinned. 

......…. 

Draco was currently in the Main Plane, browsing through the Rank 7 Shop which was like a super mega mall in reality. He specifically chose the shops that sold skills and looked for those in the category of Draconic, Demonic, Devilish, Angelic, which were the only ones he was allowed to learn. 

Well, aside from Eternal, but Draco was not yet stupid enough to believe he would actually find such stuff down here. Even plot convenience had its limits. 

From them, he picked 3 options each from the Draconic, Demonic, Devilish, Angelic selection before him and checked them. They were; 

｢Spectral Dragon Summon – Active skill 

Effect: Call upon the essence of Ancient Dragons to summon a Spectral Dragon that aids you in combat, attacking enemies and providing support. 

Note: The Spectral Dragon is limited to your Rank and can use the element of skills that your Draconic side is affiliated with. 

Duration: 1 minute 

Cooldown: 10 minutes.｣ 

｢Dragon's Fury – Active skill 

Effect: The Dragon cannot be blasphemed by mere beings! Unleash a wave of destructive Draconic power based in your specific element that deals 200% damage over an area of 30 yards. 

Cooldown: 30 minutes.｣ 

｢Dragon Body – Active skill 

Effect: Harden your skin with dragon scales, enhance your muscles with dragon tendons and galvanize your core with dragonic insight. For the duration of this skill, your Damage, Defense and Resistance are increased by 90%. 

Duration: 10 seconds 

Cooldown: 1 hour.｣ 

｢Hellfire Rain – Active skill 

Effect: Unleash a torrent of Hellfire from above, raining down devastating flames upon enemies in a targeted area. This deals 300% Demonic damage over an area of 50 yards. 

Duration: 3 seconds 

Cooldown: 15 minutes.｣ 

｢Infernal Grasp – Active skill 

Effect: Summon dark tendrils from the Abyss to ensnare and immobilize your foes, leaving them vulnerable to follow-up attacks. 

Duration: 1 minute 

Cooldown: 10 minutes.｣ 

｢Hell Demon – Active skill 

Effect: Strike a deal with a Demon, temporarily summoning them from the Demon Realm to the Main Plane to fight for you. The Demon retains its natural power. 

Duration: 1 minute 

Cooldown: 50 minutes.｣ 

｢Soul Reaper – Active skill 

Effect: Unleash a scythe of devilish darkfire that drains the life force of enemies hit by 5%, healing the caster by that same amount and dealing mental damage over time to targets. 

Duration: 10 seconds. 

Cooldown: 1 hour.｣ 

｢Devil Clones - Lethal Empowerment – Active skill 

Effect: Create devilish clones of yourself that can attack and defend against your enemies, while the real you blends into the background for a sure attack. Clones possess 10% of the main body's power. 

Duration: 1 minute 

Cooldown: 1.5 hours.｣ 

｢Devil's Gambit – Active skill 

Effect: Engage in a game of fate with your enemies, rolling the dice of destiny. The outcome influences your next attack's potency or effect. If you win, your next attack is a sure kill move, but if you lose, the next attack by your enemy is surestrike and deals True Damage. 

Cooldown: 1 minute.｣ 

｢Divine Intervention – Active skill 

Effect: Shield yourself or an ally with a divine barrier that absorbs 20% of incoming damage and reflects 1% of it back at attackers. This shield can cover up to 20 allies within the range of 500 meters. 

Duration: 30 seconds 

Cooldown: 5 minutes.｣ 

｢Angel's Embrace – Active skill 

Effect: Channel the purest angelic healing energy, restoring 30% of health and removing all harmful conditions from nearby allies within 100 meters. 

Cooldown: 2 minutes.｣ 

｢Judgment's Call – Active skill 

Effect: Invoke the power of Divine Judgment, unleashing a devastating beam of light that purges evil, dealing 500% holy damage to enemies in its path. 

Cooldown: 1 hour.｣ 

Draco was satisfied with these skills. Each of them had a purpose and had been chosen carefully by him to fulfill different purposes when imbued by Laws once he returned to the Divine World. 

Some were even geared for the Divine Trial! 

Of course, don't look at the pathetic numbers on those skills, these were the base numbers of the skillbooks. When Draco learned them, the effects would be changed and adjusted based on his Rank and Class, so you could be sure that all those numbers would become crazy.