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[Popularity Points: 1,080,000+]
[Premium Points: 102,400,000,000+]
[Current Remaining Credits: 3,000,000,000,000+]
As Lin Yu reviewed the game's statistics on the system panel, his scalp tingled with amazement.
Just one Jing Yuan card pool event nearly crippled the Premium Point system!
Previously, the revenue was in the billions.
Now, on the very first day, it had already surpassed trillion marks!
His Credit balance truly resembled just a string of numbers.
He anticipated that the game would become popular, but he didn't expect it to skyrocket so rapidly! It was more explosive than a volcanic eruption!
Of course, during this time, Lin Yu wasn't idle either. Apart from using Eyes of Espionage to observe his wives, he closely monitored player feedback.
Additionally, he explored suitable items within the System Shop!
With over 3000 billion credits now available, he could essentially purchase any item from the shop.
[Star Rail Version 1.1 Update Contents: Includes playable characters Silver Wolf, Luocha, and Yukong...]
[Price: 15 billion credits]
"Purchase."
Lin Yu promptly acquired version 1.1. After spending some time, he quickly browsed through its contents.
The main features were the new characters Silver Wolf, Luocha, and Yukong, along with four Companion Quests.
—Silver Wolf's [Punklord Spirit]. —Luocha's [Foreign Knight]. —Bailu's [Fleeting as Morning Dew]. —Yanqing's [Trial of Frost Blades].
A major event titled [Winter City Museum Curiosities Catalogue].
Lin Yu's expression darkened immediately.
"Is that all? Who can have fun with such limited content?"
"If our neighbors see this, they might think we can't afford to develop new features!"
"Keep adding more!"
"Include another major version's worth of content!"
[Star Rail 1.2 Version Update Contents - 1: Trailblazing Quest [Cloud Trees Towering Over Hidden Skyscrapers]. Main storyline involves Dan Heng unveiling his Moon-Sipping Stance and battling alongside Jing Yuan, Yukong, and the Astral Express crew against the Divine Fruit entity Phantylia...]
[2: New Playable Characters: Blade, Kafka, Luka.]
[3: New Event: Tales of Wonder...]
[Price: 50 billion credits]
Lin Yu promptly purchased this version as well.
Initially, he wanted to buy up to version 2.0, but for now, these were the only two versions available based on his searches.
He opened the collection tab.
It displayed all the desired items Lin Yu had discovered during this period!
Now, he could purchase them all at once.
[Territory Expansion: Further expand the scope of [Territory]. The extent of expansion is determined by the host, with larger expansions requiring more credits.]
[[Rules Are Meant to Be Broken!]: From now on, within the [Territory], the host defies physical laws and energy conservation principles, wielding absolute control! This ability remains undetectable by any other entity.]
[Dreamlord: Create a Dreamscape over which the host has perfect dominion, capable of forcibly pulling any observed object into it.]
Three items.
The first two further enhance the rules-based capabilities of [Territory].
The third item, combined with [Eyes of Espionage], creates a fascinating potential effect.
For instance—forcibly pulling the Black Swan into the Dreamscape realm.
Even if she were a Memokeeeper, she would have no means of resistance.
Within this dream, everything is subject to Lin Yu's command, akin to the control exerted through [Territory].
The difference lies in one being tangible in reality, while the other exists solely within a dreamscape.
With the latter, there's no risk of exposure, allowing for even more daring and experimental endeavors!
"For instance, having characters themselves participate in preview streams."
"...And even letting them star in promotional videos outside the game!" Lin Yu's eyes lit up with excitement.
[The total cost for all items is 1600 billion credits. Confirm purchase?]
"Confirm purchase!"
After completing the transaction,
Lin Yu first activated Territory Expansion.
A 3D map-like view of Xianzhou Luofu appeared before him, extending the territory beyond his initial villa boundaries continuously outward.
[Current credit consumption: 10 billion... 50 billion... 200 billion...]
It continued until reaching 1200 billion credits before stopping.
"Territory expansion sure consumes a massive amount of credits."
"But now it covers the entire Aurum Alley."
With a thought, everything within this district came under his purview, allowing him to manipulate it at will!
He could even alter laws and create life.
Of course, Lin Yu wasn't idle enough to play God.
"Let this alley continue developing at its current pace."
"Of course, if there's anyone or anything bothersome, I can simply make them disappear."
Now, it was time to implement the new version's content.
Lin Yu noticed that his social media account had been flooded with messages!
All urging him to update promptly!
"Hmm... Let's set another small goal."
"Earn enough credits to transform the entire Xianzhou Luofu into my [Territory]."
"...Behind it is the entire Xianzhou."
"Beyond that lies the galaxy and the universe..."
In Little Gui's live stream,
with the completion of the main quest, Guinaifen began exploring other aspects.
Within the message list,
there was a crucial character that Guinaifen had surprisingly overlooked!
[Pom-Pom: Are you there?]
[Pom-Pom: Hello?]
[Pom-Pom: Anyone?]
Upon seeing these messages, Guinaifen felt a sudden unease!
"Oops, how did I miss Pom-Pom's messages?! No wonder we haven't received a single double gold reward for so long!"
"Pom-Pom, don't panic, tell me what's happening!"
However, the protagonist had only one response option—["Not available"]
Guinaifen reluctantly selected it.
Seemingly too busy to joke around, Pom-Pom sent another message:
[Pom-Pom: Something feels strange on the train; there seems to be an invisible presence...]
[Pom-Pom: Come back when you can... Aaaah!]
[Calm down, I'm returning right away.]
[Pom-Pom: Hurry back! Until this issue is resolved, the train won't depart!]
Back on the train,
Guinaifen immediately spotted the anxious Pom-Pom, the conductor!
Standing in the center of the Parlor Car, Pom-Pom looked around nervously, as if fearing some unseen creature might suddenly pounce and snatch it away.
"Trailblazer, you're back!"
Pom-Pom seemed relieved, like seeing its savior.
"What strange thing is here?"
"I'm not sure, but it's definitely on the train! No one knows Akivili's trains better than Pom-Pom; I can just feel that something odd is aboard!"
"Let's search together; we must find it," Guinaifen suggested, scratching his head.
The train car wasn't very large, and at first glance, nothing seemed out of place!
Phonograph—no issues!
Omni-Synthesizer—nothing unusual!
Potted plants—all fine!
That leaves only Old Yang and Himeko to consult.
"Did Mr. Welt notice anything peculiar?" Guinaifen asked.
"No," replied Old Yang. "I'm quite attuned to danger and hostility, but I sense none within this train."
"The galaxy is vast; perhaps some invisible creature has boarded our train..."
I continued, "What did the conductor mean by 'strange things'?"
"Not sure, Pom-Pom couldn't explain it either; she just had a gut feeling."
"But when it comes to matters concerning the train, I tend to trust Pom-Pom's instincts."
Himeko gave a similar response.
"Since Pom-Pom is so concerned, there must be something unusual on the train."
"Let's inspect the compartments and see if anything seems out of place."
Guinaifen resumed circling through the train cars.
With renewed determination, she quickly noticed a bright light near one of the potted plants.
As she approached,
a shattered mirror came into view.
"There really is something strange here!"
[A mirror catches your attention... You feel puzzled—]
[Why am I so good-looking?]
"Has the Trailblazer passenger discovered anything?!" Pom-Pom asked urgently.
"There's a peculiar mirror..." Guinaifen replied truthfully.
"Wah! Pom-Pom knew there had to be something s-s-strange going on!"
"Quickly, Trailblazer, figure out what to do!"
After discovering the mirror, Guinaifen had already discussed it with Old Yang and Himeko, but both insisted they couldn't see any such mirror.
This object was visible only to the protagonist.
Guinaifen understood that the Astral Express would have many bizarre elements, but this was her first encounter with something causing distinct perceptions among different people.
She stepped closer and examined the shattered mirror once more.
As you approach the mirror, a figure slowly emerges within its reflection—but it bears no resemblance to you. The image shows a hooded girl, her face obscured by a peculiar mask, making her features indistinguishable.
Before you can react, the girl steps out from the mirror.
"Wow, is this the Astral Express?" Guinaifen squinted, beginning a conversation with the mysteriously appearing girl.
A few minutes later:
"The Garden of Recollection?"
"A Messenger of [Memory]?"
"Does Memories Chamber want to preserve my memories?"
Pouting slightly, Guinaifen processed this new information slowly.
"Do you wish to enter the Forgotten Hall?" the Messenger asked.
"Yes, I do!"
Before her eyes appeared an interface displaying numerous stages.
Eternal City's Lost Secrets - Memory One
As Guinaifen read through the interface's description, she had an instant realization!
"Isn't this just a combat-focused dungeon?"
"Huh?! With all that mystique, I thought it would have some significant storyline!"
"This system sure knows how to complicate things!"
Since it was already open, she naturally decided to give it a try.
Guinaifen had great confidence in her Jing Yuan.
With Jing Yuan, Tingyun, Asta, and Natasha, she believed she had assembled her strongest team so far!
Once Luocha became available, she'd replace Natasha with Luocha!
This Jing Yuan-centered lineup would then be complete!
[Combat begins.]
Her opponent was a level 32 Voidranger Stomper. Although lacking a Lightning weakness, one round of Jing Yuan's ample damage was enough to instantly defeat it.
Her Jing Yuan was already at level 60.
Next, Memory Two, Memory Three, Memory Four...
All the way up to the tenth level!
She faced no obstacles throughout!
Guinaifen grew bolder with each battle! The intense combat she had longed for finally materialized here!
After clearing the tenth level, her heart raced, and her hands were ablaze with excitement!
"Other than the Simulated Universe, is this Forgotten Hall the game's toughest dungeon?"
"Ever since receiving guidance from that top player, my understanding of the game has skyrocketed, Little Gui style!"
"Clearing ten levels in one go—dare anyone else claim such feat!"
"Little Gui, you're just discovering this instance now? I've already cleared the tenth level."
"After getting Seele, I've been dominating Forgotten Hall effortlessly."
"I've cleared the first eight levels using only four-star characters; saving my Stellar Jade for Kama!"
"Let's be honest, the rewards from Forgotten Hall are truly abundant!"
Observing the stream's chat, it seemed players were already quite familiar with this Forgotten Hall.
Guinaifen smiled nonchalantly.
Despite their familiarity, there was no way anyone had completed all stages of the Forgotten Hall yet!
It consisted of fifteen levels in total, and she herself had only reached the tenth so far.
Just as Guinaifen prepared to challenge the eleventh level, she noticed that at this point, the path split into upper and lower routes.
Jing Yuan, Tingyun, Asta, and Natasha formed a formidable team, with each character being at least Level 50.
However, her other characters lagged significantly behind.
There was only one more Level 50 character—Himeko!
The rest, including Sushang, March 7th, and the protagonist, were still stuck at Level 40 without having ascended further!
Currently, materials were severely lacking. It was already challenging enough to level up just one team!
Undeterred, Guinaifen decided to give it a try.
***
The result was a complete defeat!
Overwhelmed by Blaze Out of Space's relentless fireballs!
"It seems without forming a second team, it's impossible to progress further."
Looking directly into the camera, he unhesitatingly pointed out the current predicament faced by many players:
"I now understand why nobody has cleared this dungeon yet. Who among us has the resources to train a second team?"
"No wonder everyone claims they're dominating... but who isn't on the first ten floors?"
"And when asked about clearing beyond that, there's only silence!"
"Streamers can be so heartless! Why burst our bubbles like this... wails"
"Huh? Fifteen layers? I thought there were only five."
"Hey buddy, have you tried swiping to the right?"
"I felt pretty awesome reaching the eighth layer, but it turns out two separate teams are needed for later stages?"
"Just take it slow; once your overall progression improves, they'll become easier."
Returning to the main menu of the Forgotten Hall, Guinaifen gently tapped on the rewards section.
[2000 Stellar Jade]
???
"What?! How much is that?"
Guinaifen recalculated herself.
"Clearing with three stars earns 200 Stellar Jade, and I achieved three stars for all ten levels. Yes, it adds up—exactly 2000 Stellar Jade!"
"The rewards from this Forgotten Hall are incredibly generous!"
"Feathered Spirit remains as magnanimous as ever!"
After converting all her Stellar Jade into exclusive tickets,
Guinaifen couldn't resist opening the card drawing interface once more.
Yes!
Her addiction to gacha had kicked in again!
Having just acquired some Stellar Jade, combined with what she previously saved, she now had over 70 draws at her disposal.
"Should I draw an Eidolon for Jing Yuan?" She glanced at the description for Eidolon 1 but felt somewhat hesitant.
She logged onto the forums.
Time to check the strategy section for opinions from other experts!
Guinaifen believed there must be dedicated players deeply versed in analyzing these numerical values within the game.
For instance, there was that big shot whose account got banned during the live stream.
(WTF?!)
If this player also frequented the forums, Guinaifen would undoubtedly keep a close eye on their posts right away!
The number of players for Honkai: Star Rail continued to grow, and among them were dedicated hardcore gamers creating comprehensive guides.
[Current Version's Strongest Team Composition for Jing Yuan!]
[Character Guide - The Ultimate One-Stop Guide for Seele]
[Tingyun Shines as the Beacon Among Four-Star Supports! Exceptional Skill Mechanics! Click here for details.]
[Old Jing's Support Finally Arrives! Luocha's Skill Can Remove Negative Effects from Teammates; Divine Monarch No Longer Fearful of Crashes!]
"Right, I need to save my Stellar Jade for Luocha!"
"This Eidolon doesn't seem like a significant upgrade; better to hold off and wait for Luocha!"
Guinaifen felt her decision was quite prudent.
As a modest spender, she couldn't afford to recklessly splurge! There would surely be future banners for Silver Wolf and Kafka too! Being a Stellaron Hunter meant certain characters were must-haves. With so many desired roles at stake, restraint was essential.
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