The necromancer just wants to plant trees.

Chapter 62 "Rainforest Fever"

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The soul of nature formed by geographical environment and group consciousness often has its own temperament.

For example, the natural soul of Xueshan loves to sleep more, and is very lazy in external communication. Maybe even with Matthew's high natural affinity, it may not be willing to talk to you.

The rainforest is different, it looks young and lively, cruel and warlike.

This is related to environmental factors. The species in the rainforest are extremely rich and the ecological niches are dense. All creatures find a way to evolve through constant fighting.

According to the law of the rainforest, the strong prey on the weak.

Therefore, the group consciousness formed by these creatures is naturally violent and warlike.

Facing the challenge of the soul of the rain forest, Matthew has no choice but to accept it!
If he avoids fighting, he will not only lose an opportunity to improve himself, but may also cast a shadow over his future development in the natural field.

"and many more."

After accepting the challenge, Matthew stopped immediately. He said to the old Jitou and Lorraine:

"I'm in a little trouble, and I won't be able to walk with you in the short term."

The challenge of the soul of the rainforest is only for Matthew, and he doesn't want to drag the old Jitou and Lorraine into the water.

In the suspicious eyes of the two.

Matthew explained:
"Just now, I had some sparks with the natural soul of this rainforest, and it has a big opinion on me now. Before long, all kinds of beasts and monsters will come to the door, I don't want to implicate you."

The old Jitou looked at Matthew suspiciously:

"Can you communicate with the soul of the rainforest?"

Matthew didn't elaborate, just nodded and said:
"by coincidence."

Hearing this, Lorraine immediately said categorically:

"How can you give up your companions at such a time? Matthew, no matter how many monsters come, I will fight by your side. I will be your strongest backing in battle!"

"I was worried that the journey would be dull and boring, and I had nowhere to collect materials. This is just right, let me see what kind of monsters there are in this rainforest! It's a pity that no matter how powerful they are, they can't compare to the sky giants I captured with my own hands! "

The old Jitou took a deep look at Matthew.

The next moment, he lifted the dagger and walked back:

"I will not give up my employer halfway, and you are not familiar with this area. If we part ways, your chances of winning will be greatly reduced."

"Just, about the attack of the jungle monsters, can you explain in more detail?"

Matthew pondered:
"It will last for about ten days. During the day they may be just ordinary harassment. Generally, at midnight, the monsters are more likely to go crazy and attack."

This is not Matthew's nonsense, or the information fragments revealed by the other party during the communication with the soul of the rainforest, which was captured by him.

But Matthew wasn't sure if it was a smoke bomb.

In short, for the next ten days, he will have to stand by his guns.

After listening to the old Jitou, he chose another road and motioned for Matthew and the two to follow:
"The terrain here is not suitable for us to fight, I will take you to another place.

That was the outskirts of the Bitterwater Swamp, where the terrain was relatively open and the terrain was not that complicated.

The only monsters that appeared nearby were black-backed gnolls and small mite monsters, and most of them were nothing to worry about.

The only thing to note is that there are occasional groups of wyverns in that area, but the chances of us hitting them are very low;
In addition, the western part of the bitterwater swamp is the territory of a manticore, it has lived a very long time, at least 200 years, try not to lean towards that-

Let me explain in advance that if there are manticores or wyverns, then I can only give priority to protecting myself. "

Lorraine smiled disapprovingly:
"It's okay, I'll protect you!
Suddenly I became a little excited, how will future generations tell this experience——

Is this the beginning of the legendary road of the great poet Lorraine?
Uh, this title is a bit vulgar, bards should sing about others instead of boasting.

Haha, I thought of the title of the new work, it's called "Matthew the Brave / Part [-]: Rainforest Fever"!
It might even be adapted into a stage play!
The pictorial of the stage play uses the rainforest as the background, and puts your portrait in the center, and next to it are two Jango beauties with sparse fabrics and adoring faces. How about you hugging left and right? "

Matthew patted him on the shoulder:

"Sounds good, but remember that after the fire, give me a portrait fee and licensing fee."

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In the west of the Bitterwater Swamp, on a wasteland with scattered reeds and thorns, the old Jitou was using a short knife to cut off all the plants that might obstruct his vision.

Matthew and Lorraine are also assisting.

Matthew looked around and found that the land that old Jitou had chosen was really good.

First of all, the terrain here is relatively high, and the field of vision is relatively open.

The second is a piece of dry land, away from small rivers and streams, with few weeds and shrubs, and it is easy to clean up.

In the end, there aren't many tall trees nearby, just a small open space in the dense rainforest.

"Why is there such a place?"

Matthew realized that this highland was not formed naturally, so he asked.

The old Jitou cut down the thorns meticulously:

"There used to be a mage living in the depths of the Bitterwater Marsh. He was a loner, he didn't like to deal with people, and he hated others approaching his territory.

Therefore, when the mage first came, he had several conflicts with the Jango tribe and some monsters in the rainforest.

After several rounds of fierce fighting, the mage won the final victory.

Afterwards, no one wanted to approach here, especially the spiritual beasts in the rainforest.

The mage disappeared about 3 years ago, some speculated he was dead, others speculated that he was just away for a long time, but either way, Brinemarsh was vacant.

It's just that due to the traps and deterrents left by the mage, there haven't been too many monster settlements here yet.

The high ground in front of us is formed by the accumulation of the corpses of the earth giants summoned by the mage in a battle.

In addition to the terrain factor, I chose this place mainly for two reasons. First, the mage's deterrence against the rainforest creatures is still there, which may filter out some enemies for you;
Second, the situation is really critical. I suggest you try to escape to the depths of the swamp. Of course, this is a way to survive. "

Matthew instantly heard what the old Jitou meant:
"So, that mage is also a necromancer?"

Snapped!
After cutting off the last thorns, Lao Jitou dropped the dagger, took out the dry tobacco from the bundle behind his back, sipped it twice, then nodded and continued:

"Yes. The necromancer was so powerful and so evil that he was once the nightmare of the nearby Jango tribe.

Half of his undead army were transformed from rainforest creatures, and the rest were Jangos. He even made two abominations out of Jango corpses!

But the Jangos still had nothing to do with him. During several confrontations with the Necromancer, they prayed to the Feathered Serpent God, dispatched giant jungle war beasts, and even lost five or six shamans. enemy.

If it wasn't for the necromancer's lack of ambition to expand his territory, I'm afraid this rainforest has already changed its name.

In short, I suspect that the Necromancer is close to even stepping into legend.

He left many traps and undead in the swamp.

Even you, a necromancer, may have difficulty communicating with those undead.

So don't venture into the depths of the swamp until the last moment! "

After listening to the old Jitou's warning.

Matthew said sincerely:

"Thank you."

The old Jitou waved his hand:

"I'm just a guide, and I can't help you too much. If you really fight, I'm afraid you'll have to ask for luck."

At this moment Lorraine interrupted:
"It's okay, it's me in the fight. Although I don't know magic and my martial arts skills are average, my flute will surprise you all!"

As he spoke, he shook the light green flute on his waist.

"Then we'll wait and see."

Matthew smiled and continued to prepare for the upcoming battle.

It is sinking day by day.

Tired birds homing.

In the sparse crowing.

In the jungle on the edge of the highland, unknowingly, there are more figures with malicious intentions.

"coming."

Matthew reminded in a low voice.

On the side, Lao Jitou was full of vigilance.

Only Lorraine was still holding a booklet that looked like a comic book, reading it with relish, and giggling from time to time.

Until I heard Matthew's reminder.

Only then did he slowly close the booklet, stretching and looking around blankly:
"Where?"

"East."

Matthew calmly said: "It's a group of black-backed gnolls, the number is between 8 and 11. Is there a dungeon nearby?"

The old jitou quickly replied:
"There are some, but not many, and the surface exit is far from here."

Matthew nodded:

"There are three jungle leopards in the west, all of them seem to be female, and the average level is around 10."

"There is also a level 11 giant forest anaconda lurking on the banyan tree in the north. It has camouflage colors, and I almost didn't recognize it."

The old Jitou looked at Matthew in surprise:

"Did you use a detect spell?"

With his many years of experience in traveling through the rainforest and his abilities suitable for this place, he didn't find the giant forest boa, but Matthew, a necromancer, found it with his naked eyes. How could he not be surprised?

Matthew didn't explain.

In fact, Ella whispered in his arms to remind him that the soul of nature is indeed excellent in perceiving beasts. With Ella, any creature in the rainforest can't hide from Matthew's eyes.

"Going to do it."

Matthew noticed the movement of the black-backed wolves.

"I'm going to lure that giant forest anaconda away."

The old Jitou said quickly:

"I'm very experienced in dealing with pythons, you don't have to worry about me."

As he said that, he groped towards the direction of the giant python alone.

And the other side.

The black-backed jackals also seemed to realize that they had been exposed, so they stopped covering up and surrounded them directly.

Black-backed jackals are close relatives of jackals, but they are much taller than ordinary jackals. They have sparse black hair and a very strong physique, almost comparable to half-orcs.

This kind of creature is usually active in the dungeon, and it is extremely rare in the rainforest, but since the other party appeared in this siege, it proved that they were also part of this rainforest and were driven by the soul of the rainforest.

Matthew was not careless. This group of black-backed gnolls were of a high level, with an average level of 7 or more, and several of them were 9. In addition, they were also inspired by the bloodlust of the soul of the jungle, so their strength should not be underestimated.

He controlled the skeleton soldiers to meet the enemy, while the figure of Ah Bing gradually disappeared into the air.

Right now.

A cheerful flute sounded, but it was Lorraine who played it with a happy expression.

He played quickly and skillfully.

In just ten seconds, the short flute sound changed from cheerful and intense to melodious and atmospheric.

And in the change of flute sound, buffs were also hung on Matthew.

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"Hint: You have listened to the "Mountain Turning Song" from Lorraine's music excerpt, and your movement speed has been improved;
You have listened to Lorraine's music excerpt "Numb Heart", and your resistance to charm has been improved;

You have listened to Lorraine's excerpt "Song of the Mermaid", and your casting speed has been increased."

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Ahead, the wolf man had already clashed with the undead, but the black-backed wolf man's combat power was astonishing. Almost as soon as he touched it, the skeleton soldiers fell into a disadvantage and could only hold on.

At this time, the sound of Lorraine's flute became simple and high-pitched.

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"Hint: You have listened to Lorraine's music excerpt "Ancient Battlefield", and the spells you cast have a slight chance of causing double casting.

You listened to Lorraine's excerpt "Windsong", and you got a windshield"

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The sound of the flute continued here, and a steady stream of buffs hung on Matthew. At this moment, Matthew finally experienced the feeling of being strengthened!
It's a pity that the undead can only eat the "Gust Shield", and other buffs are invalid.

And Matthew checked carefully. Although the duration of the buff given by Lorraine is not short, the effect can only be described as "slight".

I don't know if this is because I haven't heard the complete piece of music, or because Lorraine's level is insufficient.

After all, bard is a late-stage career, and Matthew didn't place too much hope on him.

"Back off and find a safe place."

Seeing Lorraine put down his flute, Matthew took the initiative to remind him.

He thought that with the heroic spirit shown by the poet before, he would strongly request to stay and fight side by side with him, and he even thought about how to persuade the other party.

However, Lorraine seemed very obedient after hearing Matthew's words this time.

As if he had accomplished everything he could do, he ran away in a flash.

Matthew also saw that he found a suitable viewing position and was cheering himself up with body movements in the distance.

"What a weird guy."

Matthew didn't care.

His attention turned back to the front.

At this moment, the black-backed gnolls had the absolute upper hand, but when the figure of the sword dancer began to appear behind them, the battlefield situation was instantly reversed!

stab.

A Bing shot, the daggers crisscrossed, and a head fell to the ground!
The other black-backed gnolls rushed towards Ah Bing in shock and anger.

However, Ah Bing only took half a step back, and then retreated deeply into the shadows, leaving no trace of the enemy.

Matthew nodded in satisfaction.

But the next moment.

Natural affinity has changed!

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"Warning: The soul of the rainforest is very dissatisfied with your attitude of using summons to kill enemies!

The real strong should have the courage to fight themselves, not pretend to be others! "

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"Are you not allowed to use summons?"

Matthew frowned.

also.

Judging from the monsters that have appeared so far, even without undead, Matthew can handle it by himself!

So while ordering the undead to withdraw to the side, he took out a charging staff from his luggage——

Arcane Missile!

Five consecutive magic energy balls hit the front jackal.

The spell failed to kill him immediately, but knocked him to the ground. In the next second, Matthew deftly fired a crossbow at the fallen enemy.

puff!
The crossbow bolt pierced the gnoll's jaw, and the wolf man let out a mournful cry and died tragically on the spot.

"Well, I'm getting better at shooting."

Matthew is very satisfied with his performance.

Yet at this time.

The feeling of deja vu resurfaced again.

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"Warning: Soul of the Rainforest is not happy with the way you kill enemies with items!
The real strong should be brave to charge, rather than use long-range insidiously. "

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Matthew is not happy now.

"Over and over again, is this trying to PUA me?"

"If you kill someone, you still have to force Lai Lai, it's a shame, right?"

This time Matthew directly ignored the warning of the soul of the rainforest.

Not only did he re-order the undead to come back to fight, but he also took out blazing glue and Molotov cocktails from the magic bag.

Bang bang twice.

The flames exploded.

Several jackals were hit, and they ran away screaming one by one.

Ah Bing, who was lurking in the dark, was already hungry and thirsty. He appeared from the shadows, and began to enter the harvesting mode with one knife at a time.

In front of the sword dancer's blade, the black-backed wolf man was quickly defeated, and finally the entire army was wiped out.

The three jungle leopards that appeared before were even more vigilant. They just wandered around the edge of the battlefield twice, and when they realized that there was no chance, they flinched and left.

After a while.

Matthew began to pack up the body of the gnoll.

At this time, the figure of the old Jitou emerged from the rainforest.

"What about the giant anaconda?"

Matthew greeted from afar.

"He followed me for a while and then ran away."

The old Jitou answered loudly.

Yet at this time.

The expression on his face changed drastically, and Matthew also heard Ella's exclamation:

"Matthew, run, there's something wrong with the tree on the right!"

The voice did not fall.

The dead tree that seemed to have been lying on the ground from the beginning suddenly jumped up!
The huge body of the forest boa constrictor instantly formed a huge shadow on Matthew.

At this time, the moon has risen and the moonlight is bright.

The giant anaconda threw itself at Matthew fiercely, its slippery body entangled him layer by layer, vowing to hang him instantly.

However, at the moment it pounced.

Matthew's body began to soar unconsciously!
"Roar!"

In the horrified eyes of the giant boa and the old Jitou, a brown bear that seemed to be radiating moonlight appeared out of thin air!
Snapped!
The moon bear grabbed the forest boa's head and smashed it hard to the ground.

The soft moonlight shone on Moon Bear, adding a lot of attributes to him.

boom!
boom!
boom!
Matthew just pressed the giant anaconda's head and smashed it to death!

The latter didn't even have a chance to resist, so he was smashed through the head and lost his life.

"The enemies in the first round are relatively easy."

After looking around and seeing that there were no other enemies, Matthew put away his transformation.

next moment.

A furious voice sounded from the bottom of Matthew's heart:
"How dare you ignore my warning?!"

Matthew knew that this was the externalization of the will of the soul of the rainforest.

He thought for a moment, and decided to push back unceremoniously:
"Even if you send people over, who to kill first and how to kill them are my business!"

The soul of the rainforest said angrily:
"You have angered the soul of this jungle, I will not let you get out of here alive!"

Matthew also changed his previous gentleness and humility, and even tried to make his tone full of violent emotions:
"As you like, come and kill as many as you want!"

"Send your strongest subordinates as much as you can, let them come to me to die, even if they don't come to me, I will come to kill them-it's a pity that you don't have a physical body, otherwise I will kill you too! "

Soul of the Rainforest no longer regenerates.

After a while.

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"Reminder: Your toughness and tyranny have won the respect of the soul of the rainforest. Your time to be besieged by wild beasts and monsters in the rainforest has been shortened to three days!"

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really.

Matthew thought to himself that the soul of the rainforest and the devil were the same thing.

He just felt that he couldn't blindly obey the other party's persecution, but he didn't expect that his clumsy violent performance would gain the other party's respect instead.

this moment.

He finally understood Zeller's helplessness.

In some situations, it can be difficult to be a good person.

Available in the next second.

The smile that had just appeared on Matthew's face froze again.

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"Warning: The soul of the rainforest has raised your danger rating. In the next three days, it will no longer restrain itself and go all out. It will mobilize the most powerful men to besiege you together!

Caution! "

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"From this point of view, imitating the character of the soul of the rainforest is useful, but not completely useful."

Matthew touched his chin, smiled wryly and shook his head.

"Matthew Matthew!"

"Go and have a look, there seems to be something in the stomach of that big snake!"

Ayla flew over from the side and reminded.

Matthew went over immediately.

It was found that the belly of the giant anaconda was really bulging.

At this moment, Lao Jitou also came over, and the two looked at each other. Lao Jitou raised his knife and slashed open the giant anaconda's stomach.

grunt.

A humanoid object filled with the stench of corruption rolled out.

Matthew took a closer look.

It turned out to be a zombie.

On the neck of the zombie, there was still a shiny nameplate.

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(End of this chapter)