Chapter 471 - Fourth Mythical Secret Realm: Captain Doofus' Personal Best

Lu Ran smiled as he flew over some ocean in the Stellar Moon World. This trip to the void was a huge success. The most exciting thing wasn’t even that Captain Doofus became a Low Legendary. Rather, it was the buff from the contract card.

Whenever Sudden Death King evolved, Lu Ran’s physique was strengthened. Dark Crow’s evolution buffed his spiritual and soul power, and Baby Cloud buffed his control over elemental skills like Flame Spirit. Captain Doofus' evolution naturally improved his sword intent and comprehension.

Although it was somewhat strange for a husky to become a symbol of wisdom, Captain Doofus invested a lot in that specific aspect. Contracts gave beastmasters buffs based on their familiar’s species and specific attributes. When Six-Path Flower evolved, Lu Ran received a boost in all aspects since it was the most balanced familiar on his team. Without these buffs, even Super Beast Mimicry wasn’t enough to support his abnormal development.

"Captain Doofus' Sword attribute is a huge boon for me. I feel like my current combat power has reached the level of the Dog Demon form. Once I familiarize myself with my new powers, I should be able to perform on the Quasi-Legendary level even without the Dog Demon form."

If there was one thing that Lu Ran was looking forward to more than anything else, it would be soloing the World War without using a familiar.

I wonder if doing so would give me a better score...

"

Hm

, I need to go back to Blue Planet now that all of my familiars are done evolving. It’s time for another ascension realm!"

Lu Ran wasn’t overly concerned about Six-Path Flower’s second evolution. Even if it had Primary Divine potential, it wasn’t something he could reach with just hopes and dreams. Just piecing together three traits definitely wasn’t enough.

Six-Path Flower was only confident in reaching Intermediate Legendary. It put a lot of effort into building the empire and accrued a lot of both virtuous and evil energy. It was more than enough for the next step forward.

"Oh, right. Before we go back, Six-Path Flower, do you think Captain Doofus is strong enough to clear a Mythical secret realm?"

Six-Path Flower didn’t respond right away. It had to admit that Captain Doofus' evolution surpassed Sudden Death King and that it even had three kin under its command. On top of that, it now had the terrifying Star Splitting Sword Intent. The only thing it was skeptical about was the difference in experience.

"I don't think it's a good idea," if finally answered.

"What if I use my soul evolution technique?" A sinister expression crept onto Lu Ran’s face.

"... If you think it’s a good idea, then go ahead.”

Is he really going to try that evil technique?

He’s been talking about it for a while now, but never actually performed it. Is the Mythical secret realm going to become his testing ground?

"Alright, let’s give it a shot."

Lu Ran was brimming with excitement. He already did the groundwork for the technique back on Blue Planet. In the end, he ended up creating a single-use beastmaster skill. Every time he wanted to perform the technique, he would have to sacrifice a soul clone. Currently, he could only create a single soul clone, so he couldn’t afford to waste them, but now was the best time.

After Captain Doofus' evolution, its strength got a huge boost, and soul evolution would be the cherry on top. He could make the most of the Mythical secret realm this time. He was a little discouraged after Sudden Death King’s failure in the last attempt, but he wasn’t ready to give up.

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In his private room in Limitless City, Lu Ran prepared to perform the soul evolution before entering the secret realm to prevent any mishaps. He summoned Captain Doofus while his other familiars observed off to the side. They all knew that Lu Ran had been working on a special technique for Captain Doofus and were curious to see the results.

Lu Ran has mastered many heaven-defying beastmaster skills, such as Flame Spirit and Time Acceleration, but instead of developing these skills further, he decided to forge his own path. It was a bold choice that opened a path of limitless potential.

“Awooo!”

Captain Doofus was agitated when it realized that it was about to be on the wrong end of some animal testing. It had been experimented on multiple times, but never got much out of it.

We should just go as we are now!

Captain Dooufs donned its bone armor and wielded the Hell Bone Sword in its mouth while its tail was wrapped around the Star Splitting Swordgrass. The Starlight Sword split into eight identical clones that hovered around it.

Captain Doofus gave Lu Ran a smug look as if to ask whether it looked awesome. Its aura climbed to an awe-inspiring level. Lu Ran felt that it could be on par with Six-Path Flower in its current form. Its Sword God talent gave it a huge buff for having so many swords. Previously, it only got buffed based on the most powerful one.

"It’s going to be different this time! You have to trust me!”

Captain Doofus saw Lu Ran’s serious expression and did its best to imitate him.

Alright.

Seeing that Captain Doofus was finally ready, Lu Ran opened his beastmaster space and summoned out the soul clone he had been cultivating. Under the effects of Sealed Transformation, it was only the size of a palm. It almost looked like an action figure.

It looked like the Dog Demon, and even with its power sealed, it still gave off a powerful sword aura. It was a combination of a human, a dog, and a sword soul. Lu Ran cultivated multiple aspects in the clone in hopes of helping Captain Doofus improve in all directions.

"Ok, eat it."

Captain Doofus' kin were all baffled by his absurd command.

"..."

In the end, Captain Doofus was the only one to have complete trust in Lu Ran and tossed aside the Bone Sword to chomp down on the soul clone.

"Once you eat the clone, all the skills such as the Sealed Transformation, Devour Life, and Fusion should be unleashed all at the same time. You just need to absorb them. I’m not 100% sure that it will work since this is our first attempt. If it does, then you will definitely get a huge power up!"

Lu Ran was extremely focused at the moment. He was sacrificing a piece of his own soul, albeit a small piece, but he was definitely the only beastmaster to have ever done so. All in all, Lu Ran had put in a lot of effort. Captain Doofus had a decisive personality and gulped down the clone without the slightest hesitation.

Lu Ran instantly felt the connection between him and the clone get severed. An intense pain racked his mind, but having canceled multiple contracts before, it wasn’t anything he couldn’t handle. The backlash didn’t distract him in the slightest, and he remained laser-focused on Captain Doofus.

Ba-bump. Ba-bump. Ba-bump.

As Captain Doofus digested the soul clone, Lu Ran could hear each of their heartbeats ringing in his ears. At first, their hearts beat to their own rhythm, but they gradually synced up and superimposed onto each other until the sound became deafening.

BA-BUMP! BA-BUMP!

Lu Ran took a deep breath and shouted, "Captain Doofus, transform!"

By now, the soul clone had completely disintegrated, and a gray mist enveloped Lu Ran.

Soul Amplification!

With the Soul Amplification as a catalyst, a series of brilliant lights connected Lu Ran and Captain Doofus.

Captain Doofus Super Soul Transformation!

The lights swirled around Captain Doofus and quickly obscured it from sight. To Captain Doofus' surprise, a terrifying soul power erupted from its body that began to warp its body. It was actually a very familiar sensation, much like what it felt like during evolution.

Captain Lu succeeded!

Captain Doofus' new form gradually emerged as sword intent materialized and left slash marks all over the room. The various weapons stored around the room started to tremble in unison.

Boom!

The light flashed before fading away, and everyone stared in shock.

Did Captain Doofus evolve? Has it moved beyond Low Legendary? Even if it makes a lateral move without any increase in species rank, it is well beyond anything a skill invented by a level 5 beastmaster should be capable of

.

Yet Lu Ran still somehow found a way to do it!

The room gradually calmed down, and Lu Ran’s other familiars couldn’t help but move in to get a closer look. Captain Doofus turned into a werewolf-like creature standing on two legs, and its face took on some of Lu Ran’s features. Having devoured the soul clone, it had a fearsome air about it.

Its blue eyes had turned blood red, giving off a dominating chill. Wisps of soul energy lingered in the air around it, and next to its bone armor and the sword that it still wielded in its mouth, it looked like a seasoned swordsman that climbed out of the depths of hell. Black and white fur could be seen from the gaps in the armor. Its overall presence was nothing short of awe-inspiring.

The sword in its mouth that shone with dazzling light was obviously the Starlight Sword. In its left hand was the Hell Bone Sword that would normally have to be a two-handed weapon for the average person. The Bone Sword had fused into the bone armor on its arm, turning its arm into one giant blade that looked like it could tear apart mountains.

In its right hand was a sword that looked almost like a vine wrapped around its other arm. The Star Splitting Swordgrass had fused with Captain Doofus as well by connecting directly with its bloodstream. It radiated enough power to threaten the moon and stars.

Boom!

An even more terrifying energy burst out from its body, which shook the entire room. Even the beasts patrolling Limitless City were startled by the commotion. Beastmasters looked in the direction of the quaking in horror.

What's going on? Does Limitless City have earthquakes?

Feeling the ground beneath his feet tremble, Lu Ran couldn’t hold back his smile anymore. This was more exciting than when Captain Doofus evolved into a Low Legendary!

[Species: Infinite Sword Beast (Temporary)]

[Attribute: Sword]

[Species Rank: Low Legendary (Intermediate Legendary)]

[Level: 60]

[Kin: Hell Bone Sword, Star Splitting Swordgrass, Starlight Sword]

[Description: An unknown power has allowed it to metamorphose into a form with peak performance. It will return to normal as the unknown power is consumed.]

"Can you still understand me?" Lu Ran gave Captain Doofus an inquiring look.

Infinite Sword Beast... According to the effects of the Sword God talent, the more swords, equals more power. Just three doesn’t do it justice. However, the three swords represent Undead, plant, and Mechanical lifeforms. They are the strongest swords of their respective types, so they grant a considerable buff. Each of them is better than a thousand average swords.

Hearing his voice, Captain Doofus turned to face him and gave a slight nod, trying to act as cool as possible. It didn’t even put Six-Path Flower in its eyes at the moment.

"You...”

Six-Path Flower could sense Captain Doofus' current strength, and couldn't help but feel somewhat stunned. As the current team leader, it felt that Captain Doofus' current state might possibly be stronger than itself. Just looking at it caused a stinging pain that was akin to being stabbed by countless swords.

What kind of beastmaster skill did Lu Ran create? A skill that can rank up a Legendary familiar should be accessible only to Legendary beastmasters. He is only level 5!

"It looks awesome!" Manager Ying couldn't help but admit.

"How long does this last?" Lu Ran asked.

—10 minutes,

Captain Doofus replied.

“Then we better hurry.”