Later, a more shocking record appeared:
When it got to this point, the tone of the King of Revelation also became heavy:
"I began to realize that exploration is not just about gathering knowledge; it is gradually revealing some deep structure of the universe.
Each strange creature within the quadrants represents a possibility of life and existence.
But above these possibilities, there seems to be a more fundamental existence.
I felt a similar ’sensation of being watched’ in multiple quadrants, as if something was observing my every move."
The annotations here became more dense:
"This ’sensation of being watched’ does indeed exist.
According to subsequent research, it very likely comes from the perceptual tentacles of the ’Void Beings.’
—— Eye of Observation"
"From a philosophical perspective, this ’watching’ might imply the existence of a unified observational consciousness in the universe.
This concept is worth further investigation.
—— Paradox Poet・Hector"
In the following pages, he saw annotations and supplements in different handwritings:
"The Apocalypse’s hypothesis has been verified.
The ’Depth Exploration Plan’ of the Third Era confirmed the existence of high-dimensional beings that feed on void and chaos.
From a spatial structural perspective, the ’Void Beings’ may be natives of the universe’s edge, and their mode of existence goes beyond our comprehension.
—— Record Officer Gould"
...
[Void Beings - Quadrant ???]
Racial Characteristics: ???
Civilization Level: Beyond Level (Level V) Suspected
Extraordinary System: Existence Negation
This record appears particularly mysterious, with most information replaced by "???."
The only descriptive fragments evoke a deep unease:
"...Initially, it was an observation team that unexpectedly encountered this trace during a cross-quadrant exploration..."
"...They seem to be able to negate the ’existence’ of other entities in itself..."
"...Three Dark Sun Level observers immediately ’disappeared’ upon contact, no longer in death but completely erased from reality..."
"...It is suggested that this civilization be classified as ’Absolutely Forbidden Contact’ level..."
This record sent chills down Ron’s spine.
The ability to directly negate others’ existence was beyond his understanding of the concept of "power."
But what shocked him even more was the subsequent records about the "Transcendents":
Chapter Three: Transcendent Archives (Excerpt)
[Wizard Civilization - Three Cornerstones]
Ancestor: Source of Knowledge and Heritage
Creator: Master of Creation and Destruction
Apocalypse: Embodiment of Wisdom and Revelation
End of Death: Ruler of Termination and Reincarnation
Status: Confirmed to have transcended the material universe
Influence Scope: Cross-Quadrant Level
[Mechanical Collective - Alpha 0001]
Characteristics: A superintelligence formed by the fusion of countless mechanical consciousnesses
Abilities: Perfect Prediction, Reality Computation, Logical Reconstruction
Status: Semi-transcendent state
Note: This transcendent seems to be attempting to convert the entire universe into a giant computational system
[Great Abyss - Mother]
Characteristics: Source of Chaos and Madness
Abilities: Reality Twist, Causality Inversion, Logical Collapse
Status: Sealed jointly by multiple transcendent beings
Note: The awakening of this existence may lead to the collapse of reality laws in the entire quadrant
Each record of the transcendent beings made Ron feel insignificant.
These existences had completely surpassed the concept of conventional life, with enough power to influence the operational laws of the universe itself.
"The Four Cornerstones can stand out among such existences..."
He gained a deeper understanding of the foundation of the Wizard Civilization.
But the book also mentioned a thought-provoking question:
"Where did the transcendent beings go after transcending the material universe? Do they still maintain concern for their original civilizations? No civilization can provide definitive answers to these questions."
"The only certainty is that the transcendence of the transcendent beings seems to follow some higher-layer law. It’s as if guided by an invisible ’will’..."
This description reminded Ron of the "higher existence" mentioned by the King of Illusions.
Perhaps above the transcendent beings, there are even more mysterious levels?
......
Upon reaching Chapter Four, Ron found the content he was more concerned about:
Chapter Four: Detailed Insight into Extraordinary Races of This Quadrant
[Dryad Tribe]
Distribution: Major Forest Areas
Average Lifespan: 500-2000 years
Extraordinary System: Natural Harmony
The pages revealed images of Ailan’s tribe.
Countless verdant figures danced in the ancient forests.
Their branches resonated with the natural energy between heaven and earth, weaving complex and beautiful magic effects.
"The extraordinary cultivation of Dryads is divided into four stages:
Sprouting Phase: Establish deep connections with the soil
Growth Phase: Learn to manipulate plant growth
Blooming Phase: Become spokespersons of the forest’s will
Flourishing Phase: Establish direct connection with the World Tree, transcend the individual, and become part of natural law"
"High-tier Dryads can control the entire forest, summon ancient tree spirits, and even temporarily alter large-scale climate environments."
"But the most precious ability of the Dryad tribe is their ’Life Blessing’ — the ability to share their life energy with other beings, even bringing those on the brink of death back to life."
Ron carefully read the cultivation methods, beginning to develop a detailed growth plan for Ailan.
"Ailan should currently be in the ’Growth Phase,’ and with the right guidance..."
[Sea Siren Tribe]
Distribution: Deep Sea Regions
Average Lifespan: 300-800 years
Extraordinary System: Tidal Resonance
The records of Dale’s associated race were equally detailed.
The images showed magnificent scenes under the deep sea:
Countless Sea Sirens sang in coral palaces, their voices perfectly blending with the rhythm of the ocean, stirring up massive waves or calming violent storms.
"The extraordinary cultivation of the Sea Sirens is closely related to the rhythms of the ocean:
Shallow Water Phase: Learn basic communication with seawater
Deep Dive Phase: Capable of swimming freely in the deep sea
Tidal Phase: Master the secrets of tidal changes
Storm Phase: Able to summon and control ocean storms
Deep Sea Phase: Establish a connection with the ocean’s will, becoming the rulers of the entire sea area"
"The songs of high-tier Sea Sirens possess the power to change reality.
They can heal injuries, manipulate emotions, and even distort time and space with specific melodies."
"But the most dangerous ability of the Sea Siren tribe is their ’Deep Sea Curse’ — the ability to drag an enemy’s soul into the eternal ocean abyss."
Upon seeing this content, Ron’s eyes lit up with excitement.
"Dale’s current state should be in the late ’Deep Dive Phase,’ and she will soon break through to the ’Tidal Phase.’"
"If both can cultivate according to their tribal traditions, their power growth will be significantly accelerated."
He began to mentally devise concrete nurturing plans:
"Ailan needs a deeper forest environment, preferably with access to some ancient tree spirits..."
"Dale requires a larger oceanic space and guidance from her kin..."
He then turned his attention to whether he could draw from the extraordinary profession system.
He initially skipped over the Beast Race’s extraordinary systems, the Weapon Masters, and various systems of the Knights and Demon Hunters that Aksa had mentioned to him.
The content on the next page made him pause—Dragon Species and Dragon Descendants, and some related extraordinary systems.