The competition wasn't particularly fierce for a simple reason: the Forbidden Zone itself wasn't the issue, but rather...
Large Forbidden Zones shouldn't open at this time.
This led to two awkward situations.
No one dared to even consider the five elimination targets because they simply couldn't defeat them.
If the World Battlefield had progressed to the mid or late stages, and everyone's strength was sufficient to deal with those five targets, Bai Ye could completely imagine the scene.
The chosen ones would undoubtedly rush forward, eager to eliminate the five targets. Not only would they have to contend with the five targets, but they would also fiercely battle each other for the rewards.
The other awkward aspect was the lack of preparation.
This large Forbidden Zone had opened too suddenly.
Unlike regular Forbidden Zones, large ones didn't typically open easily or abruptly, as opening a large Forbidden Zone was a rather complex undertaking.
In fact, in Bai Ye's previous life, although the rewards of large Forbidden Zones could be claimed, the opening of these zones was almost always controlled by factions like the Hidden Dragon Society and the Evil Spirit Troupe.
This was because they had more people and could control the timing of the Forbidden Zone's opening, allowing them to prepare adequately before it commenced.
It was worth mentioning that large Forbidden Zones were usually accompanied by large-scale battles.
This particular large Forbidden Zone was considered a more "merciful" type, requiring only an escape. The conflict points for combat were not as pronounced.
Therefore, this large Forbidden Zone differed greatly from the scene Bai Ye remembered from his previous life, falling somewhat short of expectations.
Even though the battle with the dragon wasn't easy, compared to Bai Ye's memories, obtaining a designated golden-quality item like this was already considered a low-difficulty situation.
As for the first and top ten places yielding two golden-quality items each...
Bai Ye could only describe it as if he had picked them up for free.
This was definitely not what a normal large Forbidden Zone should look like in Bai Ye's memory.
In this regard, Bai Ye genuinely had to thank Li Jia Yi; this guy had completely showered him with wealth.
However...
Li Jia Yi's gains could also be imagined as substantial.
Li Jia Yi was only short of being the "first to leave" compared to Bai Ye. He was guaranteed two golden-quality items, plus one red and one black-quality item each.
Most importantly...
This large Forbidden Zone was orchestrated by Li Jia Yi. Since he could create such a large Forbidden Zone, he must have been prepared, and with preparation, there was a possibility of extra rewards.
Things like hidden quests were highly probable.
Large Forbidden Zones, in addition to their main quests, usually came with hidden quests.
Therefore, Li Jia Yi's danger level in Bai Ye's mind had to be significantly elevated.
Li Jia Yi had also just emerged from the zone's boundary. If he knew what Bai Ye was thinking, he would surely exclaim, "I'm innocent! I had no preparations whatsoever; I never even thought I'd create a large Forbidden Zone."
Fortunately, Bai Ye only dwelled on it for a short while before not overthinking the matter.
Li Jia Yi was already gone and couldn't be killed, so what else could be done?
Anyway, the fact remained that he had benefited. Being optimistic, he could consider Li Jia Yi as someone who helped him get rich, and he would reluctantly let the other party off the hook once more.
As Bai Ye pondered this, his movements were swift. He quickly spread out his electrical field and transformed into current to move, rapidly departing the vicinity of the zone's boundary.
Many people would likely be leaving the zone's boundary soon. Once people gathered, there was a possibility of them starting to fight.
The end of every Forbidden Zone was usually accompanied by chaos.
It was best to avoid such a free-for-all if possible; it was very easy to suffer an unexpected defeat.
Only after getting far away did Bai Ye have the leisure to examine what he had actually obtained.
Imperial Artifact Military Music Dream (Item) (Black): When played, its music has special effects.
Effects...
...
The black-quality item Bai Ye randomly received was a flute that could manipulate emotions through music, boost morale, and by playing special melodies, could also strengthen his own physique. This effect was known as "Oni Summoning."
Bai Ye's evaluation of it was: a small toy!
Of course, as a black-quality item, it couldn't truly be just a toy. This thing was quite good, capable of mental attacks, creating buffs, and strengthening the body.
But in the current situation, with more important matters ahead, this black-quality item was truly just a trifle.
Next was the red-quality random item, and Bai Ye couldn't help but smile. He was familiar with this thing.
Ion Beam Turret x6 (Item) (Red): Small turrets that can be placed on any solid surface. Each turret has a durability of 1000/1000.
Effects:
Fixed Installation: Can be installed on any object with a physical form.
Auto-Fire: Ion beam turrets will automatically shoot at enemy targets within a 150-meter radius.
Manual Mode: Ion beam turrets can be switched to manual mode for human-controlled firing.
Bai Ye had obtained this item in his previous life. It was palm-sized and had decent power, comparable to a standard ion beam pistol, belonging to basic future technology weapons.
However, it wasn't a weapon but an item that needed to be placed somewhere to be used.
It was typically used defensively rather than offensively and could be dismantled at any time before its durability was depleted.
To call this item red-quality, given its power and effects, seemed a bit exaggerated.
But as an item, the Ion Beam Turret, a set of at least six, was red-quality, while a set of up to eighteen was golden-quality.
Its quality, exceeding its power and effects, was mainly due to its quantity.
This thing...
Bai Ye's evaluation was: currently mediocre.
As an old acquaintance from his previous life, Bai Ye knew this item was still very useful, but it required a base of operations for establishing firing lines.
But that was contingent on having a base, so it was currently of little use.
However, in his previous life, when Bai Ye had occupied a large territory in the eastern district and established his own stronghold, this item had been very effective.
Anyone attempting to enter his stronghold would first receive a volley from the Ion Beam Turrets.
Of course, it was also useful when camping outdoors. By setting them up around the perimeter, he could sleep soundly.
If anyone approached, the Ion Beam Turrets would automatically attack. Regardless of whether they could eliminate the intruder, they would at least perfectly serve as an alarm. The sound of gunfire would naturally wake Bai Ye.
As for evading the automatic fire of the Ion Beam Turrets, it was very difficult. Bai Ye knew that abilities like stealth and invisibility were ineffective against them.