"1. Geode plane fusion."
"Adjacent 4 areas will re-fuse into one. Consequently, the exploration room area after cutting the geode will expand to 4 times its previous size."
Chen Yu looked up towards the window.
The field of vision was too narrow, forcing Chen Yu to run to the window and stretch his head out to look.
Resource accumulation.
Even after one night, the Orc mercenaries had not finished moving all the resources into the camp. It was also possible that some changes had occurred after the geode plane restarted.
Chen Yu did not particularly care about these matters. The resources would eventually be moved.
It was just that—
"The plane has fused?"
Standing by the window, Chen Yu murmured and then simply pushed the door open and walked out.
Outside the camp, the weather was fine and sunny.
A gentle breeze brushed against his face, and it seemed he could still catch a faint scent of fragrance.
Chen Yu looked around.
"Whoa, it really has fused." Chen Yu exclaimed.
It was still a wilderness.
Standing in the camp, one could clearly feel that the space within the area had become much larger, and faint halos could be seen.
This indicated that the geode plane had not yet completely fused and reformed.
However, this plane fusion and reformation confirmed Chen Yu's sudden thought from the previous night.
The planes would eventually be restored.
At that time, everyone, whether they were so-called outsiders like Chen Yu or the original natives of the geode, would be placed together to compete on the same stage.
Therefore, territorial disputes were likely to become the most critical focus in the future.
Occupying territory.
And the occupied territory's geographical location, the surrounding exploitable resources, and renewable resources would become decisive factors influencing the future.
Future exploration would no longer be aimless.
It should be about territory selection.
Finding a territory that could be developed long-term, setting up a camp, and then, with sub-camps, claiming the surrounding areas as quickly as possible.
This was what should be done after this plane fusion.
The letter mentioned this.
What they were experiencing now was only the first stage.
If the first stage was adapting to the geode's environment and survival rules, then the second stage was to consider future development plans based on survival.
Subordination, or going solo.
The leading forces would consider territory selection and the construction of their factions.
It was like a game of chess.
Every move made required careful decision-making. A wrong move, even if it didn't result in a complete loss, could waste too many moves due to the incorrect decision, making it unacceptable for the player.
"Interesting."
Chen Yu raised his hand and stroked his chin.
Establishing a base in a territory.
The selection was not as simple as it seemed.
If the territory was in a barren land, development would be hindered.
In the establishment of ancient dynasties, if conditions permitted, priority would certainly be given to places with pleasant climates, fertile soil, water sources, and mountain ranges that could serve as barriers.
However—
Finding such a blessed land was already extremely difficult, and it would also become a target of contention for everyone. Even if they successfully established a base in the future, they would become a target for everyone.
Therefore, territory selection was actually quite profound.
Everyone wanted to occupy a good area, but the question was whether they had the strength to defend it. If their city was destroyed and their nation was annihilated, they would still be the ones suffering.
Letting out a slight sigh, Chen Yu looked at the letter on his wristband again.
"2. Data display, rankings unlocked."
"Through the survival wristband, various numerical values will be displayed and scored."
"Scores will be divided into comprehensive scores and combat scores. Both will enter the rankings. The top ten in both categories will receive daily, seven-day, and monthly treasure chests."
"Treasure chests can be manually claimed within the rankings, or they will be automatically sent to the mail after the next day's update."
Wow!
Rankings are out?
Clicking on the camp page, a ranking tab indeed appeared in the upper left corner.
Clicking it open.
The comprehensive score ranking was displayed first.
1. Chen Yu, Comprehensive Score: 126625
2. Jiang Yaqing, Comprehensive Score: 94578
3. Guang Chu, Comprehensive Score: 6322
4. Sun Ye, Comprehensive Score: 4977
…
This?
Chen Yu couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth. He and Jiang Yaqing completely crushed everyone else.
Tapping the small question mark next to the comprehensive score.
Comprehensive Score: Evaluated based on camp building level, resource output, and held resources. The rankings are updated daily at 00:00.
"My comprehensive score is this high?"
Chen Yu glanced over.
[Drying Rack: Lv6, Comprehensive Score: 32]
[Drying Rack: Lv7, Comprehensive Score: 64]
[Grill: Lv6, Comprehensive Score: 32]
…
Alright.
Looking at it this way, it wasn't strange for him to have such a comprehensive score.
What was surprising was that Jiang Yaqing had over 90,000.
He figured her camp must also have an astonishing number of internal facilities.
Clicking on the combat score ranking.
1. Chen Yu, Combat Score: 47569
2. Jiang Yaqing, Combat Score: 46668
3. Zhao Zhi, Combat Score: 1258
4. Sun Ye, Combat Score: 965
…
Combat Score: Evaluated based on individual overall strength, including spirit contracts, contract spirits, and weapon and equipment comprehensive data. For weapons and equipment, the three highest values for each slot are used for data calculation. Rankings are updated daily at 00:00.
Looking down at the sword in his hand.
[Five-Colored Knight's Longsword: Combat Score 36000]
"Heh, it's no wonder they lost," Chen Yu couldn't help but shake his head. The score of this sword was too overpowered. The appearance of this sword at this point in time was already breaking the balance.
Jiang Yaqing's combat score was probably boosted by that long dress.
However—
Even so, even without factoring in this sword, Chen Yu's score had already surpassed ten thousand, completely surpassing other survivors.
No way.
He had spirit pets of the resource type for his spirit contract, and he also possessed skeleton warriors for combat contracts.
There was no comparison.
Seeing these figures, it wasn't surprising that those in the regional chat accused him of cheating. If he were in their position and saw such data, he would also have such thoughts.
It was like playing a game and always feeling that the top players in the rankings were lucky dogs.
Chen Yu was too lazy to explain.
Let them say whatever they wanted. They needed some outlet for their frustration, otherwise, such overwhelmingly superior data would place too much psychological burden on them.
The rankings were essentially designed to attract attention and generate animosity.
Chen Yu didn't care.
But he was very satisfied with the fact that the top ten in the rankings would receive treasure chests.
Free resources, why wouldn't he be happy?
Tapping the ranking list.
[Geode Reminder: You have claimed the treasure chest for the first place on the comprehensive ranking list.]
[Geode Reminder: You have claimed the treasure chest for the first place on the combat ranking list.]
Two treasure chests acquired.
Feeling pleased.
Looking at the treasure chests before him, Chen Yu didn't hesitate.
Open chest!
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Author's note:
Good evening, have you eaten?