Ex rank talent Awakening: 100\% Dodge rate-Chapter 76 - : THE DEMON INVASION

[WORLD ANNOUNCEMENT]

[THE DEMON INVASION HAS BEGUN. PLAYERS CAN CHOOSE THE CAMP THEY WISH TO SUPPORT OR CHOOSE TO REMAIN NEUTRAL.]

The system's announcement stunned the majority of the players in Apocalypse. While some pessimistic individuals and analysts were weighing the pros and cons of the event, the vast majority were elated. An event made for everyone—a chance to shine in Apocalypse and rise above others.

Some players checked the different camps as stated by the system:

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[Celestial Camp: Join the celestial camp and fight against the demons that have invaded your world.]

15% increase in EXP and loot gained when killing enemies from the demonic camp.

20% increase in attack and defense against enemies from the demonic camp.

By being under the celestial camp, you must obey the commands of higher authorities.

You gain contribution points for every enemy from the demonic camp you kill. These points can be used to purchase items from the celestial shop or to increase your rank in the celestial camp.

Warning! You cannot attack members of your own camp. Penalties will be applied if you do!

[Demonic Camp: Join the demonic camp and fight against the celestial camp, claiming control of the world.]

15% increase in EXP and loot gained when killing enemies from the celestial camp.

20% increase in attack and defense against enemies from the celestial camp.

By being under the demonic camp, you must obey the commands of higher authorities.

You gain contribution points for every enemy from the celestial camp you kill. These points can be used to purchase items from the demonic shop or to increase your rank in the demonic camp.

Warning! You cannot attack members of your own camp. Penalties will be applied if you do!

[Neutral Camp: By choosing the neutral camp, you are neither in the demonic nor celestial camp, gaining complete independence in your actions.]

You can attack both the demonic and celestial camps, and both camps can attack you without incurring any penalties.

You gain no special bonuses or contribution points from killing members of either camp.

It quickly became clear to everyone which options were viable. The demonic and celestial camps were the obvious choices, while the neutral camp was too hardcore for the majority of players.

Within minutes of the system's announcement, a large number of players had already chosen their camps, basing their decisions on affinity, personal preference, or whichever faction they believed to be superior.

"What happened to my son?"

Emperor Augustus's voice was cold and chilling.

"I'm sorry, my liege. My life will not be enough to compensate for my negligence and inability to protect the crown prince, but I humbly offer it as atonement for my failure," Commander Joshua said, both knees on the floor, his head bowed so low that it touched the ground.

"What happened?" Emperor Augustus asked, frowning deeply.

"We were attacked by a demon, my lord. He introduced himself as Earl Kodiac, the commander of the demon invasion and a disciple of the Demon God. His attack was so fast that I couldn't react at all when he killed the crown prince. I'm ashamed to admit it, but we only returned alive because he chose to spare us," Commander Joshua confessed.

Emperor Augustus was shocked by the revelation, as were his ministers.

"It seems the demons have decided to go all out in their attack. Contact the Oracle of the Celestial Temple. We clearly don't have the resources to battle this demon alone and will need the help of every kingdom, tribe, and ally we can muster," Emperor Augustus ordered, maintaining his composure despite the gravity of the situation.

"You are all dismissed," he commanded, and everyone quickly exited, leaving him alone.

"Leonardo… I guess fate never intended for you to be ruler," he murmured, his gaze detached, as if he hadn't just lost his son to a demon.

"Marquis Alexander, do you have any information for me?"

Greg asked the vampire, his insider in the empire.

"Yes, Lord Nemesis. The crown prince of the empire is dead. The commander of the demon invasion took his life while he was carrying out an investigation."

"Leonardo is dead? How? What is the name of the demon commander?"

"From what we know, his name is Kodiac. He is a disciple of the Demon King, as well as an Earl. The emperor has already decided to send word to the Celestial Temple to seek their aid."

"Hmm… very well. Thank you for the information. We'll keep in touch," Greg said before crushing the communication stone, a magic device crafted by engineering mages for long-distance conversations. He didn't want to listen to the vampire's inevitable bootlicking.

"It seems a massive change has occurred in this life," Greg muttered. The demon invasion was already deviating from his past life's events.

In his previous life, the invasion had been led by a mere viscount—someone that Commander Joshua had managed to hold off in a stalemate. With the help of two other commanders, they had eventually defeated the viscount during the final battle of the demon invasion event. Additionally, Crown Prince Leonardo had not met his end at the hands of the demons, nor had he died this early.

Greg opened his status screen and made his decision. Without hesitation, he chose the neutral camp.

Independence and free will were what he needed the most. He wasn't foolish—choosing the celestial camp might bring unforeseen difficulties in the future, especially since one of the temple's largest donors had already placed a target on his back. As for the demon camp… he might as well have joined hands with Kyle.

No. He had nothing but utter hatred for demons.

And he would make sure to kill as many of them as he could.

Brian, in the knights' training room, focused on refining his sword skills.

Sweat drenched his clothes, causing them to cling tightly to his body.

"You know," a voice interrupted his concentration, "even this training has its limits in how much it can improve you. You are a foreigner, after all—not an indigene blessed by the Supreme Will."

The Ice Princess's voice echoed through the room, breaking Brian's rhythm.