500: Chapter 76: The Rise of the Yin Tide 500: Chapter 76: The Rise of the Yin Tide Xiao Jie turned around, only to find an old captain, clad in worn iron armor with graying temples, leaning on a long-handled saber, looking quite weathered.

“This captain, may I ask what the Yin Tide is?”

The old captain chuckled, “The Yin Tide is a unique natural phenomenon of Ghost Mist Ridge.

Due to the heavy ghostly presence and accumulation of Yin Energy, every once in a while, the strong Yin Energy awakens countless skeletal undead that died here.

The armies that perished here thousands of years ago come back to life.

All ghosts and spirits enter a Frenzy State, and the entire Ghost Mist Ridge falls under the cover of the Netherworld Aura.

The living are affected and must find a safe place to hide as quickly as possible, otherwise, it’s very easy to run into danger.

Young man, I see you are all new faces here, so I took it upon myself to warn you.”

Xiao Jie thought, so it’s just a monster commotion, huh?

“Thank you for the pointer, captain.

How often does this Yin Tide occur?”

“Every ten days at most, and every seven days at least, it is bound to occur once, generally lasting an hour or two.

Once the time is up and the Yin Energy dissipates, it naturally subsides.”

“When was the last Yin Tide?”

“Three days ago.”

Xiao Jie thought that this meant at least the area outside the city should be safe for the next four days.

However, Xiao Jie didn’t dare to be careless; after all, this was a game played with one’s life on the line.

He had to double-check everything.

It’s necessary to inquire not just from NPCs but also from other players if possible.

The four of them descended from the city wall but did not hurry out of the city; instead, they started wandering around the pass.

At least to find a player and understand the local ecological environment.

After a long search, they finally found one, a vendor in front of the blacksmith shop.

Carefree (scholar): Level 28.

Life Value 460.

Huh, there’s actually a Profession like a scholar?

Xiao Jie was somewhat surprised.

“Excuse me, friend, may I have a word with you?” Xiao Jie asked.

That Carefree immediately responded, “Of course, what can I do for you?”

“New here, I would like to inquire about some matters.

Why haven’t you ventured out of the city to level up?”

Carefree replied speechlessly, “Didn’t you see my Profession?

A scholar, obviously not a combat type.

Without any teammates, how could I possibly go out and court death?”

“Then what are you doing here…?”

“Just some small business, selling a few talismans, collecting some materials.

What do you say, want to buy a few?”

Sure enough, hanging above his stall was a sign.

[For sale: Purification Talismans — 3000 Wen each, limited supply, when they’re gone, they’re gone.]

Xiao Jie clicked on the stall, and in the goods section, there was only one item — the Purification Talisman.

[Purification Talisman (talisman)

Use: Dispel a ghost curse class magic effect from a target.

Item Introduction: A miraculous talisman produced by the Pure Yang Sect, capable of driving away ghosts and supporting good fortunes — guaranteed quality from the Pure Yang Sect.]

There were a total of seven; it was unclear where they came from.

Carefree promoted his wares, “This is good stuff; the Purification Talisman can remove various negative states.

Whether it’s Possession, Charm, Lost Soul, or Fear, it’s effective, especially against ghost curse class magic.

It’s essential for exploring and leveling up in Ghost Mist Ridge.

What do you say, want to buy a few?

You can’t find these in the auction houses, it’s really good stuff.”

A private message suddenly flashed by.

Bai Ze: No need to waste money, I know the Purification Technique.

Yet Xiao Jie casually typed a reply.

Hidden Moon Following Wind: What if you get possessed?

We still have a few days here; it’s always better to be well-prepared.

In fact, Xiao Jie also possessed something similar, the Divine Wood Talisman, and it could even be reused.

However, the Divine Wood Talisman had a cooldown of 30 minutes.

Having an extra protective item was not a bad idea.

Of course, there was another reason; asking for information often required making a purchase.

“I’ll take two.”

Xiao Jie made the transaction with the vendor for two talismans.

“Could you tell me what to watch out for when exploring here?”

“Carry more Purification Talismans.

The place is full of ghosts and spirits, curses abound.

Having an extra one can sometimes save your life,” recommended Carefree, staying true to his mission, always promoting his products.

“Anything else?”

“Oh yes, watch out for the Yin Tide.

It erupts every seven to ten days.

When it happens, all the Undead go berserk.

It’s very dangerous.”

“When was the last Yin Tide?”

“Hmm, let me think, three or four days ago, I believe.”

Xiao Jie finally relaxed, having heard the same from both NPCs and players, it must be almost certain.

“Thank you.”

“Haha, what for?

We’re all players, all want to live well.

If you want to thank me, just take care of my business.”

“Will do.”

Xiao Jie decisively bought two more, just to be safe, and sent one each to Ye Luo and I Want to Be Immortal.

Then they opened the gate and walked towards the outside of the pass.

Stepping out of the city gate, upon seeing the Resurrected Undead scattered across the Ancient Battlefield, the four of them finally began leveling.

This Ancient Battlefield, although it refreshed various Undead Monsters, was primarily filled with all sorts of Resurrected Soldiers.

These rotting skeletal warriors, once the empire’s soldiers, were now standing up again under the influence of the Netherworld Aura.

They wielded swords, spears, and halberds, retaining some of their combat memories from life, fighting with their past combat skills — in other words, they were capable of using Combat Skills.

Don’t be fooled by their sluggish movements; once in combat, their attacks were quite swift and powerful, faintly revealing their fighting styles from life.

Moreover, apart from various low-level grunts like Resurrected Shield Soldiers, Resurrection Gunners, and Resurrected Archers, there were also Advanced Soldiers like Resurrected Heavy Cavalry, Resurrection Immortal Soldier, and Resurrected Imperial Knights.

Although they were still classified as Little Monsters, their names clearly indicated greater strength.