Virus King - Chapter 203

Chapter 203: Abyssal Overlord! I Am the Abyss! Infinite Potential for Growth!

TL: YYang

The Scourge of the Living profession was remarkably straightforward.

Aside from the attribute increases granted with each level, this profession’s essence boiled down to a single profession authority and two profession skills, which altogether defined its entirety.

The profession authority served as the inherent passive ability of this profession.

The two profession skills, meanwhile, fully embodied the power of Scourge of the Living.

It was simple and direct, but in reality, it addressed a critical weakness that Chen Bai had faced in the past.

That weakness was the spread of the virus.

During the Abyssal Trial, his Influenza Virus was almost unstoppable.

However, the Influenza Virus needed time to spread.

There were some entities that didn’t even allow close contact. For the virus to enter their bodies, it required a prolonged amount of time. And for the virus to take effect, it took even longer.

And let’s not forget beings like the Death Defenders of the 3rd Layer of the Abyss, who were entirely encased in armor and helmets. While it was impossible to achieve total isolation, the transmission of the Influenza Virus through breathing alone was significantly weakened, greatly reducing its effectiveness.

But now, with the Scourge of the Living profession, this flaw was not only completely mitigated but even transformed into its greatest strength.

Using light to spread the virus—this completely defied science. But then again, an SSS-Rank profession did not concern itself with science.

Through light, the virus could now spread. Even those that previously required blood, bodily fluids, or liquids to transmit, or those that might rely on mental infection in the future, could all now be transmitted via light.

This made the method of transmission not exactly invincible, but undeniably unpredictable and impossible to guard against.

Moreover, the coverage area of the Plague Sun was massive—so massive that even Chen Bai hesitated to use it recklessly!

A single moment of carelessness could turn an entire region into a lifeless dead zone, unless he relied on his authority as the Virus Sovereign to control the virus and prevent it from infecting his allies. Otherwise, such an indiscriminate attack was bound to leave nothing but desolation in its wake.

If the Plague Sun made virus transmission easier and faster, then the effect of Black Death was to further enhance the power of the virus after transmission.

Most of the demons that perished under its shroud were ultimately consumed by the erosion of Black Death.

The power of Black Death amplified the infectious potency of all viruses while also introducing the corruption of Black Death itself.

There was no need for further explanation—the fallen demons were already the most compelling testament to its effects.

As the dark green light gradually faded, the sun of plague-virus lost its radiance.

However, the fallen creatures of this battlefield clearly weren’t going to rise again.

“Chen, I’m glad we’re friends,” Redo said, his voice tinged with lingering fear. “But as your friend, I feel compelled to warn you: it’s best not to use this power carelessly. It might lead to some… unpleasant misunderstandings.”

Chen Bai burst out laughing but didn’t respond. Instead, his gaze was already filled with anticipation as he turned to his second profession.

If Scourge of the Living was already this overwhelming, then the abilities of the so-called Abyssal Overlord, a power said to be “impossible to fully master,” were bound to be extraordinary!

[Abyssal Overlord (SSS-Rank): Special profession. No additional attributes gained upon leveling. No second- or third-tier profession upgrades. Abilities improve based on the number of Abyssal Layers conquered and controlled.]

Huh!?

Chen Bai frowned. For the Scourge of the Living, the terrifying growth in attributes and free attribute points had been a massive boost.

Having dual professions meant combining the attribute enhancements from both professions, which was one of the main reasons the Dual-Profession Transfer Scroll was so valuable. Yet this profession, in which he had placed such high hopes, provided no attribute bonuses from leveling up!?

What the hell was this nonsense?!

But Chen Bai didn’t panic. His gaze shifted downward to examine the abilities bestowed by the Abyssal Overlord.

[Abyss (Profession Authority)]: The Abyssal Overlord represents limitless power, the one who ascends step by step to the throne of the Abyss!

– For every level gained, all current attributes permanently increase by +2%.
– For every Abyssal Layer conquered, gain the highest authority of that layer, while permanently increasing all attributes by ‘current Abyssal Layer × 1’.

(PS: The Abyssal Overlord has no level cap. Theoretically, as long as there are effective Abyssal Layers to conquer, the Abyssal Overlord can continue leveling indefinitely.)

???

Chen Bai’s pupils suddenly contracted as he stared at the simple yet profound authority of the Abyss.

No wonder. No wonder the Abyssal Overlord profession had no attribute gains upon leveling up—turns out it was waiting for me here?!

So, the Abyssal Layers actually needed to be conquered? Even so, the benefits of such conquests were so immense that Chen Bai couldn’t help but gulp.

After conquering one layer, his attributes would increase by Abyssal Layer Number × 1? Wouldn’t that mean if he conquered the 100th layer, he would gain +100 to all attributes?!

At first glance, that might not seem like much, but the Abyss was deep. Chen Bai, who had ventured as far as the 600th Layer of the Abyss, understood this all too well. If he managed to conquer the 600th layer, what would his attribute increase from the Abyss alone amount to?

This was a simple math problem:

(1 + 600)/2 × 600 = 180,300!

And this didn’t even take into account the percentage-based attribute increase from each level up. While the percentage might look small, when paired with such an enormous base number…

Chen Bai shook his head. Attributes represented the most direct measure of an Evolver’s power. Even the gods couldn’t ignore the benefits that attributes brought.

Because this was the fundamental strength that defined whether an Evolver was strong or not!

Yet, such growth was merely the most basic profession authority of this profession!

Chen Bai took a deep breath and continued reading about the other abilities of the Abyssal Overlord.

[Power of the Abyss (Profession Skill)]: You can enter any Layer of the Abyss from any location, and you can leave the Abyss at any time. Additionally, as long as you do not intentionally harm any Abyss-born creature, no Abyss creature (including true gods) can harm you. No cooldown.

(PS: This skill has absolute priority. Any skills related to imprisonment or control cannot prevent the Abyssal Overlord from entering or exiting the Abyss.)

This ability…

Didn’t this mean he could go anywhere in the Abyss whenever he wanted? He could casually visit Mekanshut for some bonding time, seek Winifred for some lessons, or chat and joke around with other Abyssal Lords and Demon Sovereigns whenever he pleased?!

The vast Abyss had essentially become his private backyard?!

Chen Bai felt like he was still processing all of this, but he forced himself to keep reading.

[Abyssal Transformation (Profession Skill)]: By activating the Power of the Abyss, you can transform any object or creature into an Abyssal creation.

(PS: The transformation is determined by your current level. At present, you cannot transform entities above E-Rank.)

Huh-? Chen Bai tilted his head, momentarily confused. He figured he would have to experiment with this skill later.

[Blood of the Abyss (Profession Skill)]: Passive transformation. The Abyss can devour and encompass all things. As its incarnation, so can you! You can simultaneously possess and perfectly wield the powers of nine different bloodlines without any conflicts!

“Holy sht!”

This time, Chen Bai couldn’t hold back. But it wasn’t over yet. He continued reading, and then his eyes landed on the final skill:

[I Am the Abyss (Profession Skill)]: If you die in any place, in any form, under any circumstances, you will revive in the Abyssal Well. Equipment, experience, levels, and attributes will not suffer any losses. Passive skill. No cooldown.

(PS: This skill has absolute priority. Nothing can prevent the Abyssal Overlord’s resurrection. Upon revival, all injuries, curses, and other negative effects will be removed.)

“Holy fck…”

Chen Bai muttered again, unable to hold himself back.

…

Shouldn’t Power of the Abyss allow Chen Bai to escape any circumstances? He can’t be killed and can’t be trapped.