Mecha Battle: Why Do You Use Body to Destroy Stars?

Chapter 281: Chapter 189 I am Jiang Chen, V me 50_2

Instead, it has been divided into four major classifications: [New Star], [Nebula], [Star Cluster], [Galaxy Level].

Under the classification of New Star, are ranks from 1st to 9th; Nebula classification includes ranks from 10th to 19th, and so forth.

“What is the basis for this method of rank division?”

Jiang Chen somewhat didn’t understand.

Although it’s plausible to classify according to the combat strength performance, such as the New Star ranks from 1st to 9th rank capable of sweeping through planets…

However, with an existing system of rank and combat prowess assessment, adding an extra concept on top seemed superfluous.

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant began to explain.

“The trials and authority advancement of mecha pilots are not static.”

“From 0th to 9th rank, each rank can unlock one Mecha slot and one Legendary Trait Slot…”

“However, from the 10th rank onward, the limit of Mecha that can be unlocked gradually decreases, no longer one per rank… The mecha pilot’s Legendary Trait Slots too, only unlock one every 10th rank.”

“Similarly, from 0th to 9th rank, mecha pilots can get three opportunities for sublimation.”

“But from the 10th rank, they only get one sublimation for every ten ranks.”

“These methods of rank distinction are exactly based on authority.”

“This is why the New Star phase is also known as the Precipitation phase.”

“All mecha pilots’ mechas, schools, and routines are generally shaped during this phase.”

After breaking through the 10th rank, the number of Mechas a mecha pilot gets would gradually reduce?

Jiang Chen nodded slightly.

Indeed, nurturing and enhancing a Mecha requires an enormous amount of time and effort.

To reach the pinnacle, one needs to pour substantial care into every single Mecha.

If there are too many Mechas, just the process of enhancement could consume an incredibly long time.

If a mecha pilot reaches a rank in the several dozens, even with numerous available Mecha slots, the focus is often on just a few core Mechas.

It won’t be particularly impactful, as there’s no real need for more.

On the contrary, it’s the lack of Legendary Traits that has the biggest impact on a mecha pilot’s combat power.

“One Legendary Trait unlocked at the 10th rank is too few, isn’t it?”

“…Not few at all.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant said.

“Beyond the 10th rank, the Legendary Trait Slots you unlock are no longer ordinary ones.”

“Instead, they are [Legendary Trait Slots].”

“Through the Legendary Trait Slots, the traits obtained by the mecha pilots will automatically transform into Legendary Traits!”

“That is where the greatest impact on strength lies.”

“…”

One Legendary Trait per 10th rank?

Jiang Chen glanced at his personal information interface, saw the shining double Legendary effects, and fell silently.

“The impact is indeed considerable.”

“By the way, are Galaxy Level modules the highest level of modules?”

“…How could that be.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant spoke.

“Even the oldest known civilizations haven’t reached the end of mecha pilots’ journey, nor the end of the abyss…”

“However, there are limitations in the Abyss Levels.”

“When moving from the deeper to the shallower levels, the resources and goods carried cannot exceed the corresponding Abyss Levels’ limit…”

“The strongest among you in the Purgatory level are at the Galaxy Level.”

“Thus, we can only bring modules of the Galaxy Level.”

The strongest in the Purgatory level, obviously refers to the hope of the three great level 8 civilizations.

Strength not exceeding the Galaxy Level…

Jiang Chen pondered.

His current strength was only at the 9th rank.

He didn’t know how much effort it would take to break through to the Galaxy Level.

“I’ll slowly work my way up.”

Jiang Chen refocused his attention back on the shop itself.

He looked at the dazzling array of modules and materials and inquired.

“How are these modules and materials traded?”

“According to their value, we trade goods for goods.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant said.

“Each civilization encounters disasters, Age-Old Shadows, producing materials, modules, and other resources that all bear certain uniqueness.”

“I will give a corresponding value to the resources you provide.”

“Regardless of the quality of the resources, the rarer and more unique they are, the higher their value.”

“You can exchange the resources listed here according to their value.”

“Value?”

Jiang Chen perused the resource list and asked.

“A Mythical Item: a supercharge upgrade, about how much value would that have?”

“…A supercharge upgrade tool? Its value is roughly that of a 11th rank material.”

“That cheap?”

Jiang Chen couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow.

“Is it the same price to purchase?”

“…You won’t be able to buy it.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant stated.

“The Endless Abyss beyond the 10th rank difficulty can consistently produce supercharge upgrade tools.”

“Although they are bound items, they can still be used to directly enhance modules, then traded to others.”

“Given this situation, the value of a supercharge upgrade tool isn’t really about whether it can be traded or not; it isn’t worth much on its own.”

“Instead, because it’s a tradable Mythical Item that can only be obtained from the Hope Trials, and the output is small with not a lot of supply available.”

“It’s impossible to trade in large quantities.”

Could these tradable Mythical Items only be obtained through trials?

Jiang Chen wondered and then asked.

“What about the Attribute Enhancement items?”

“…Do you have any tradable Attribute Enhancement items?”

The thoughts of the Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant were divided into many parts, originally only one thought had been dealing with Jiang Chen.

Now, more than a thousand thoughts were attracted to him, observing him carefully.

Supercharge upgrade tools could be obtained by anyone who passed the Hope Trials, basically.

But the Attribute Enhancement items were different.

These tradable Mythical Items could only be obtained in the Hope Trials by defeating abyssal monsters of higher ranks.

This mecha pilot comes from a new civilization and has such strength?

Wait a second…

Jiang Chen of Planet Blue Star stopped challenging the Legendary Shadow, disappeared from sight, suspected to be undergoing a rank ascension trial…

This was common knowledge among the people in the Purgatory level.

Ten days had already passed.

Could this mecha pilot be Jiang Chen?!

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant’s mind raced with countless thoughts, responding.

“Attribute Enhancement items, only from Endless Shadows of 20th rank difficulty and up, proceed to reliably produce, and can only be used on one’s own mech…”

“Under tradable circumstances, they can be used to nurture Hope candidates of lower ranks, making them quite valuable.”

“They can be exchanged for resources of the 25th rank.”

Jiang Chen’s eyes lit up, and he immediately asked.

“How much are the resources of the 25th rank worth compared to those of the 10th to 12th ranks?”

“…A lot.”

After answering, the Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant didn’t wait for Jiang Chen to continue his questions.

He took the initiative to speak.

“By the way, have you heard of reincarnation and rebirth?”

“This is a unique technology belonging to our Rebirth Civilization.”

As he spoke, he actively presented a great deal of information in front of Jiang Chen.

All of it related to [Rebirth Qualifications], [Talent Bonuses], [Attribute Growth].

One of the reasons Jiang Chen sought out the Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant was to confirm the truth about rebirth qualifications.

Now, his eyes skimmed over these pieces of information, and he finally got his answer.

The divine prodigy Ying Tian hadn’t lied.

His words matched up with this data, exactly.

Speaking of which…

The fact that the Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant took the initiative to display this data meant…

Jiang Chen’s thoughts stirred, and he tentatively said.

“This technology does indeed sound remarkable.”

“But, as it’s something exclusive to your civilization, it must be very expensive, right?”

“…Correct.”

“…This technology is not only incredibly precious, but its use also consumes a great deal, and even ancient civilizations can’t afford to use it lightly.”

“…A trade can only happen with the payment of corresponding unique resources.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant agreed, his tone carrying goodwill.

“However, there are always exceptions.”

“If a genius wishes to join our Rebirth Civilization, they can utilize this technology without cost and even receive countless gifts and benefits…”

“…”

As expected, they came to recruit.

Jiang Chen had long considered that even the divine prodigy Ying Tian from the Divine Lord Civilization could entice him with the technique of reincarnation and rebirth…

So why would the Rebirth Civilization be any different?

Perhaps, one of the ways the Rebirth Civilization grew was by absorbing top talents from other civilizations.

Including the rebirth qualifications they traded, as a means to expand their fame and attract the attention of geniuses from other civilizations.

A softer approach than the Soul Plunder Civilization yet essentially no different at its core.

Now, the merchant actively mentioned this.

Obviously, he had guessed something.

“Do you know who I am?”

“…I have a conjecture.”

The Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant conveyed a gentle thought.

“Your Excellency must be the genius who stirred up the winds in the Purgatory level, even in the Endless Abyss, a talent unprecedented…”

“Jiang Chen?”

“…Quite an accurate guess.”

Jiang Chen suddenly smiled.

“You’re trying to recruit me because of my talent, right?”

“Actually, I have a suggestion…”

“What’s your position within the Rebirth Civilization?”

“How about you reincarnate into our Planet Blue Star civilization, and I’ll appoint you as a Hope candidate!”

Abyss Levels Traveling Merchant: “?”