Chapter 1 Black Star Army

The stargate passage built by the Black Star Army is the first choice for countless foreign forces, and it has become the most popular and convenient route in the Shattered Star Ring. Countless spaceships pass through it every moment.

The reason is that the Black Star Army has a large territory, including two border star systems in different directions. It has built stargates that directly reach the destination, eliminating the need to transfer to other people's territory. This saves a lot of time.

Secondly, Han Xiao's advantage in familiarizing himself with the star map is taking effect. Among the territories he chose, there are a large number of transportation hubs and strategic locations, which were the most prosperous areas in his previous life. Now, he is rapidly recreating the splendor of his previous life... Those consortia that invested in the Black Star Army have also begun to receive returns. Han Xiao promised to hand over part of the business in the territory to these investors to operate. Now, there are countless consortia troops staying in the army's territory to work, which has rapidly enriched the business in the army's territory.

About half of the foreign forces choose to pass through the Black Star Army's route. Of course, Han Xiao will not provide free services, and he earns a lot of money every day from the tolls charged to the large number of spaceships entering the Goru Star Cluster.

The entering stargate spews out dense streams of light, forming a hazy silver rainbow that lasts for a long time.

At this time, spaceships with the Black Star logo flew out of the stargate and slowly moved forward with the crowded fleet.

"This is the entrance to the Black Star Army's territory."

Each warship carried a large number of army players, all squeezed in front of the portholes, with curious expressions on their faces.

Black Gate Star came into view. Compared with the deserted appearance in the players' impression, Black Gate Star is now extremely lively. Countless spaceships take off and land, the flow of people is dense, and the surface buildings are continuous. Countless lights are like a curtain of jewels, covering the planet.

Next to it, a silver rainbow hung diagonally in the cosmic space, extending to the end of the line of sight. This is the warp streamer trail left by countless passing spaceships. The spaceships passed by like shooting stars time and time again. Because it was too frequent, it has not dissipated, like leaving an indelible line on the dark canvas with a silver crayon, running through the entire stargate route, as if it became a guiding guide.

"Black Gate Star, the gateway to the Black Star Army's territory, a landmark large-scale entry transfer station in the Goru Star Cluster." Feng Yue read the information displayed on the communicator in a low voice.

"It's so lively, it's completely the opposite of the last version." Kuang Dao couldn't help but sigh.

It was not until he personally arrived in the army's territory that he felt that the changes in the army were like a dream.

Kuang Dao was one of the first players to follow Black Star and experienced every step of Black Star's rise. It was hard to imagine that his own camp had really developed to this point and had such a vast territory.

Looking at the territory area alone, it is equivalent to ten star system-level civilizations, and can even be compared with some star cluster-level civilizations. It is terrifying.

In his eyes, Black Star's thigh became thicker again.

Just as he was lost in thought, Feng Yue asked in a low voice: "The Shattered Star Ring is a world server. We arrived earlier than the players from other star fields. This period of time is very important. Do you have any plans?"

"Don't worry, the guild will first register as an affiliated organization with the army. We will follow the guild's work later and should go to the area explored in the fourth phase to seize the opportunity." Kuang Dao said.

"I didn't expect the army to release such a revolutionary system. This almost makes the guild independent from the army. The camp affiliation has become more flexible, and the gameplay has been completely innovated... Of course, this is a good thing for us, but from Black Star's point of view, I don't know what he is thinking, why is he willing to delegate power?" Feng Yue couldn't help but mutter, still feeling surprised even after many days.

"It means that my previous guess was correct. As our players' overall rank improves, our influence on the universe will become greater and greater. It seems that this version will be a turning point." Kuang Dao had an expression that said, "I'm so smart, praise me quickly."

Originally, many players were confused about how to exert their leading advantage in the current Shattered Star Ring, but the new system released by Han Xiao not long ago immediately pointed out a clear path for all army players.

Team Contribution Points are simply a function tailored for guild development. Almost every well-known Chinese guild has decided to register as a formal organization in the army. Similarly, this has also set off a trend of building guilds. During the journey, countless army players have been calling friends and inviting people to build guilds. Han Xiao's approach has been very effective.

The fleet moved forward all the way and arrived at the Black Star Palace after flying for a while. This was also the first time players had seen this new main base built during the version update, and its magnificent scale amazed many players.

This group of players who arrived first came to the outermost ring of the base and gathered in a large hall. Philip summoned them here to be inspected.

Before long, two figures walked in, and the players present all looked over and cheered up.

The two were none other than Army Commander Han Xiao and the army's second Beyond Grade A, Hela.

"Wow, long time no see, Hela is getting more and more beautiful."

"This face! This figure! This aura! Please let me die here!"

"Save it, it's all talk."

"Ah, I miss the feeling of being beaten to death by Hela. Maybe that's love."

"No, that's perverted."

"Women? Boring. A strong man like Black Star can make you so happy that you can't breathe."

A large wave of players rushed forward in twos and threes to curry favor, with the words "I want to farm favorability" written all over their faces. Hela was surrounded by countless people and was even more popular than Han Xiao.

Han Xiao cursed "sex discrimination" in his heart. Before the impatient Hela went on a killing spree, he took the initiative to push away the surrounding people, clapped his hands, and said in a deep voice, "Silence, there's something important to say."

Hearing this, the players gradually quieted down, and pairs of curious eyes stared at Han Xiao.

Han Xiao cleared his throat and slowly said, "Now that the Shattered Star Ring is open to the outside world, the influx of foreign forces has brought the exploration of the new star field into a new stage. The tranquility of the past no longer exists. In the future, countless disputes will break out around the resources of the new star field, and our Black Star Army also needs to adapt to this change."

"I believe everyone already knows that the army has recently issued a new system. This is the first step in the change. You are all my fellow villagers and comrades-in-arms, and have grown up with the army. The Undying Legion is of great importance to the army and are all meritorious officials. I have decided to give you more independent power and hope that you can use your talents to make a career."

As soon as he finished speaking, surprise appeared on the faces of many players, and they looked at each other, feeling very surprised.

Was this the first time Black Star had talked to them directly about the Undying Legion?

Before this, although they worked for the Black Star Army, they did not feel that they were important. Outsiders called them the Undying, but the Army Commander seemed to have never said this in public and had always treated them the same as ordinary members.

In Version 1.0, Germinal Organization studied the players, and there are still similar situations to this day. All players have always known that their immortality mechanism may arouse the curiosity of NPCs, but in the eyes of most people, this is just a way to enhance the sense of reality, and they have not paid too much attention.

But now, suddenly hearing Black Star say this, the players present all had a strange feeling, as if something they had been ignoring had surfaced in their minds again... That is, we are really unique. In everyone's eyes, Han Xiao's image became more vivid.

In addition to this inexplicable emotion, the players present were also very happy - being able to hear the camp leader Black Star personally admit that they were important to the army. Many people were quite excited, and a subtle sense of accomplishment and belonging arose in their hearts.

Han Xiao looked around and took in everyone's expressions. He suddenly smiled and said, "Don't be surprised. Although Hela and I are Beyond Grade As now, everyone is from the same home planet. In this cold universe, we are people who stick together to keep warm, so don't be too restrained with me. I have high hopes for you... Remember, the Black Star Army will always be your backing."

Hearing this, everyone cheered up.

People from the same home planet... That's right, how could we forget this, Black Star has this connection with us.

Seeing Han Xiao's attitude at this time, everyone felt that Han Xiao had become more approachable.

In the crowd, Feng Yue was thoughtful and quietly poked Kuang Dao's waist, and said in a low voice: "Why do I feel that Black Star has changed a bit?"

"Change? Haha, you're wrong, he hasn't changed at all!" Kuang Dao was excited, "This is the Han Xiao in my impression, not that aloof big shot Black Star!"

His voice was too loud, and many professional players couldn't help but look over.

"What he said is right, how long has it been since Black Star had close contact with us?" Tai Erzi muttered.

"As Black Star's status gets higher and higher, it's difficult for others to get close to him. I didn't expect him to be as down-to-earth as he was in Version 1.0." Mingyue Changzhong said happily, "It seems that he really regards us as his confidants."

Many people were discussing in low voices, while Roubao turned a deaf ear and concentrated on recording this scene, with a happy expression on his face.

Han Xiao glanced at him obscurely and nodded secretly.

In the previous versions, as his status rose, the opportunities for players to contact him gradually decreased. After two versions, his image had become a bit aloof.

In Version 4.0, the role of players is becoming more and more important. Han Xiao decided to become more down-to-earth, re-establishing the distance with the players and deepening their emotional connection with him. This is an important factor influencing players other than interests.

After all, he was a player in his previous life, how could he not know what the players' G-spots are?

Seeing the players' happy expressions, Han Xiao coughed and spoke again, finally revealing his true intentions:

"The competition in the Shattered Star Ring has become very fierce. I am about to mobilize a fleet to go to the area explored in the fourth phase to compete with foreign forces. You can voluntarily participate. Each registered affiliated organization can obtain more team contribution points based on the number of participating members, and the organization is allowed to establish strongholds on planets within the army's territory, which will be protected by the army. At the same time, all goods in the logistics department will be temporarily 30% off."

As soon as he finished speaking, a camp mission popped up on the interface, and the eyes of many players suddenly lit up.

Not only are there large-scale camp main quests, but they can also get a 30% discount on camp stores, and even establish formal guild strongholds in the army's territory...

Black Star is still that Black Star, a walking welfare machine!

Seeing everyone impatient, Han Xiao announced the end of the meeting, and many players dispersed in a rush, running to the logistics department to shop immediately. The assets accumulated in the last version are still in their hands, and the wallets of many players are bulging with sufficient purchasing power.

A 30% discount is a promotional method to stimulate player consumption. Although players are currently focused on upgrading, they will definitely be shaken when they encounter such a big discount. This move is to harvest the players' experience.

Han Xiao has not been idle in the past twenty years. He has accumulated a wave of mission settlement cards and is currently level 307. He leveled up a bit during the update, and he can advance as long as he reaches level 320.

The star clusters explored in the fourth phase are the most competitive places and the main stage for players to fight in the world server. This move is also to urge players to go to the fourth phase exploration area to gain an advantage in advance and help the army's players maintain their lead, avoiding being bullied by foreign players.

In addition, allowing those guilds registered as formal organizations to establish guild strongholds within the army's territory is also a kind of interest binding... My home is in my territory, and the sunk cost of leaving the camp is higher.

"It's all a routine, I'm such a little bad guy..."

Han Xiao shook his head and smiled.

After leaving the hall with Hela, the two strolled around the army and chatted casually. At this time, Hela suddenly said:

"Black Star, I'm also going to the fourth phase area to participate in the army's exploration operations on the front line."

"Are your hands itching?" Han Xiao glanced at her.

"Yeah, I'm not you. I can remotely control my clone at home. I want to fight against more Beyond Grade As. Now is a good opportunity." Hela nodded.

After becoming a Beyond Grade A, her enterprising spirit has not slackened at all. She knows that the gap between herself and Han Xiao is still very large, and she still wants to improve herself.

The Shattered Star Ring is not suitable for sparring. Now that she has arrived in the Shattered Star Ring and heroes are gathered together, it is a good opportunity to hone herself.

"Okay, then you will be the fleet commander. Let me remind you that dozens of Beyond Grade As are fighting in the fourth phase. In the long term, it is estimated that it will be the most dangerous area in the entire universe. If you encounter a guy you can't deal with, notify me. My clone will follow the fleet at any time." Han Xiao said.

So many Beyond Grade As are not here for sightseeing, but to compete for the interests of the new star field. In the Shattered Star Ring, they are not restricted by Han Xiao, and this group of people will fight inextricably. Not only Hela, but Han Xiao is also preparing to let his clone stay there permanently.

After separating from Hela, Han Xiao walked towards his room, and on the way, he opened the long-lost player forum to browse the movements of players in various star fields and appreciate the elegant and easygoing nature of the silly netizens.

After browsing the posts for a while to relax, suddenly a new post was pinned.

Han Xiao took a look, and his eyes lit up. It was the first issue of "Galaxy Times" since the opening of the new version!

"GDX, after waiting for more than half a month, you finally deigned to update?"