The Epic Tale of Chaos vs Order

Chapter 842 Ouroboros System (I)

ʼ¿A Virus?ʼ

The profession in which Cain had advanced more than anything, and the one he had practiced the longest, was none other than Genetic Coding, the essence of which was manipulating the building blocks of life.

Through Wave Viruses, one could gain bloodlines and enhance their Wave Talent, but that was just the mainstream path on which Genetic Coders focused. A myriad of abilities could be attained through the modification of oneʼs genome by taking inspiration from other species, such as fish and even trees.

For example, people could breathe underwater or even have more bizarre capabilities like undergoing photosynthesis.

The only limits to a Wave Virusʼs capabilities were the Genetic Coderʼs skills, knowledge, and inventiveness.

Of course, most Genetic Coders would never waste their time on such procedures since people would always prefer to focus on their cultivation base since the benefits obtained through that were much higher and permanent.

However, Cain had an idea as he observed the drones of the Insect Army. They could not only resist the corrosive nature of the origin energy created by the Dark Fog but also thrived in it.

ʼSystem, is it possible to create a Wave Virus capable of mimicking the ability to utilize the origin energy inside the Dark Fog, like those creatures?ʼ

[Analyzing task...

...

Please procure a living creature to analyze its genome.]

Cainʼs eyes glowed as he immediately flashed into the Dark Fog and emerged with the body of a massive humanoid from the Insect Army the next second. The creature roared, but in the next moment, Cainʼs eyes glowed, and it lost consciousness. Its energy and mind were sealed, making sure it could not kill itself.

The power of the Absolute Life Form System flooded into the insectʼs body, and its genetic sequence was easily mapped through the [A.I. Chip Module]ʼs tools. Of course, trying to find the desired ability in that sea of genes would be nearly impossible as you would not even know where to begin looking for it.

Even with Cainʼs talent and abilities, finding the ability would take years of experimentation. Luckily, the Absolute Life Form System had already analyzed the core essence of the Dark Fog, so using that information made the task much easier.

Cain waited silently for a few minutes before the voice of the Absolute Life Form System emerged once more.

[Genetic sequence in charge of the bodyʼs adaptability to the Dark Fogʼs origin energy isolated.

Does the Vessel want to use the systemʼs resources to synthesize a Wave Virus?]

”No, focus on the modification of the Titan and Godʼs Tower. Send me the genetic sequence.”

[Sending genetic sequence.]

A wave of information appeared in Cainʼs mind the next second. It was highly complicated and too much for a normal Divine Genetic Coder, but his talent as a Genetic Coder was beyond divine, and he was confident in his success. That way, the Absolute Life Form System could focus on the modification of the Titan Tower, something for which he had zero talent.

A sharp light appeared in Cainʼs eyes as he smiled. No matter how strong the enemy was, he just needed a path and would go through it, no matter how complicated and perilous it might be.

”Minxet, is everything ready to carry on with the Second Phase of the Ouroboros Protocol?”

Cain sent a message through his [A.I. Chip Module], and the next second, the voice of Prime Minister Minxet emerged.

”Yes, my King. The warehouse is complete with the treasures you handed over. There are also several starry gems with cultivation knowledge you engraved.”

”Good. You will be in charge of the Ouroboros Point System. I will not tolerate any discrimination. Everything will be an absolute and impartial meritocracy regarding the battle against Dark Sky.”

”¡Yes, my King!”

Cain nodded as he heard the voice of Prime Minister Minxet, full of resolution and determination. He then focused on the [A.I. Chip Module] and sent the message.

Millions of warriors from the Inferno Daemon Race and Godslayer Humankind Empire were a few thousand meters away from the battlefield on the border of the Dark Fog. Since the fight against the Insect Army was endless and did not stop marching out of the fog day or night, the warriors divided into two groups, one fighting while the other rested.

Whether they were Wave Kings, Divine Ascension Masters, members of the Inferno Daemon Race, or Godslayer Humankind, they were exhausted as this fight seemed pointless.

Fighting the Insect Army was utterly frustrating, as their numbers did not seem to decrease no matter how many they killed. Even though they delayed them, the Dark Fog kept expanding, and if they dared to step even one foot inside the evil phenomenon, there were monsters capable of killing True Titans waiting for them.

With such a desperate fight, it was no wonder that the soldiers began to question the purpose of their fight.

That sentiment was especially strong in the hearts of the True Titans and True Gods and practically anyone who had the power to reach the next level and rise into the Astral Sea. What was the point of remaining on this sinking boat that was Aether when they could aim for the stars?

Of course, their sense of duty and honor kept many in place, but if the battle continued like this, without the slightest sign of victory and only needless fighting, who knows what could happen? Even the strongest of hearts were susceptible to weariness, which could lead to despair.

Just as the warriors were rising from their rest as it was nearing their time to relieve those on the front lines, they saw a message appear on their A.I. Chips and computer rings:

[Welcome to the Ouroboros System, created by the Scarlet King for all who fight Dark Sky.

From now on, every enemy you kill and every military maneuver you perform that serves the purpose of facing Dark Sky will be rewarded with Ouroboros Points.]