Jiang Chen's strategic scheme sprang into action within the expanse of the Western Deserts.
The trio of Empires, now equipped with Grey Aura Detection Bats and a formidable stockpile of Devil Bloodthorn Toads, commenced a potent counterattack against the towering might of the Giant Race.
Leveraging the extensive range of the bats, the Empires assembled a coalition of their most proficient warriors.
These champions were armed not only with their innate strength but also rare pellets that remarkably amplified their abilities.
Positioned at areas pinpointed by the bats, these experts were poised for action, prepared to respond to the impending Giant onslaught.
When multiple Giants emerged within a region, the bats executed a calculated sequence.
They hovered above an impending emergence point for nearly a full minute before transitioning to the next, painting an invisible map of upcoming conflict zones.
This vital intelligence was relayed to a committee of appointed experts, who then strategically assigned capable combatants to the marked zones.
Thus, the forces of the Empires lay in wait, poised to repel the imminent Giant onslaught.
As the Giants erupted from the depths of the earth, they were met with an ambush of concealed experts.
These hidden combatants employed Aura Concealing Pellets, masking their presence from the unexpecting Giants.
Swift and precise, these experts augmented their strikes with rare pellets that transformed their attacks into explosive bursts of might.
In just a few well-coordinated volleys, the Giants found themselves reeling under the ferocity of these calculated assaults.
The Empire's warriors dealt devastating blows, incapacitating, or even slaying them outright.
Having suffered significant setbacks, the Giants gleaned that their incursions were no longer going unnoticed by the astute humans.
Realizing that their emergence points were being tracked, they employed a medley of tactics, wielding the Laws of Earth to obscure their impending appearances.
Yet, unbeknownst to them, their attempts to manipulate the Laws of Earth were in vain.
The Grey Aura Detection Bats, attuned to their distinctive aura signatures rather than alterations in the Laws of Earth, remained uncannily effective in locating them.
This unforeseen truth allowed the human forces to continue their barrage, inflicting further losses upon the embattled Giants.
Recognizing that their losses were becoming insurmountable, the Giants ceased their offensive maneuvers, opting to preserve their dwindling forces.
However, Jiang Chen foresaw the dire implications of this course of action.
He understood that if the Giants ceased their attacks, their strength would be preserved, putting a wrench in his plans.
And if he wanted them to continue attacking the Empire, it was crucial that he gives them a method to deal with the countermeasures of humans.
Thus, Jiang Chen ingeniously devised a strategy, one that involved reaching out to the hidden Giant Race deep within the subterranean dominion. But he wasn't about to venture into the perilous Underworld Giant Divine Dominion himself, as that would place him at the mercy of these formidable beings.
Instead, Jiang Chen harnessed the Laws of Earth to transmit his message, channeling his voice through the very vibrations of the earth itself. This ingenious method ensured his safety while allowing him to communicate his intentions directly to the Giants.
Upon receiving Jiang Chen's message, a contingent of Giants emerged precisely at the location he had designated.
Their relief was palpable, realizing that the communication wasn't a ruse intended to ensnare them in an ambush.
No human forces lay in ambush nearby, and the Giants perceived an opportunity for meaningful discourse.
Parallel to his dealings with the human Empires, Jiang Chen extended an olive branch to the Giant Race.
He presented them with an artifact designed to gauge the human presence in the vicinity, a resource that would empower the Giants to prepare effectively for potential encounters.
Yet, to activate this artifact, a cache of devil crystals was required—crystals that were exclusively available within the Silver Devil Asura Dominion.
In a strategic maneuver, the Giant Race opted to trade highly sought-after resources unique to their own dominion, including a distinctive type of rock renowned for enhancing the power of the soul.
These rocks, although precious to the Giants, held profound value for Jiang Chen as well. His prolonged confinement had weakened his soul significantly, and these rocks were a crucial component for rejuvenating his soul's strength.
Though the Giant Race held these rocks in high regard, they recognized the immense potential benefits that the conquest of the Western Deserts could bring.
Surface-level qi held greater vitality for the Giants compared to the subterranean depths, offering a diverse range of resources that could elevate their physical attributes to unprecedented levels.
In their eyes, conquering the Western Desert region and relocating their Underground Giants Divine Dominion to the surface was an imperative undertaking.
The Dominion's essence would undergo some transformation, but the alteration promised considerable advantages, aligning seamlessly with the Giant Race's aspirations for advancement and dominance.
As the artifacts from Jiang Chen flowed into the hands of the Giant Race, the skirmishes between the Giants and the three human Empires in the Western Deserts intensified.
A fierce and close-fought struggle unfolded, with both sides incurring losses that rendered it nearly impossible to discern a clear victor. Yet, unbeknownst to them, they were merely dancing on the palm of Jiang Chen's hand.
Amidst this chaotic dance of conflict, an unexpected turn of events transpired that even Jiang Chen hadn't foreseen—the emergence of Telephone and Recorder Artifacts within the human Empires: the Gilded Oasis Dynasty, the Desert Nomad Ascendancy, and the Bronze Mirage Empire.
Swiftly following their acquisition of these communication devices, Wang Jian employed his own Artifact to reach out to the Royal Families.
This seamless contact was facilitated by an agent loyal to Wang Jian, who had facilitated the sale of these Artifacts and therefore possessed the Identity Talismans of the Telephone Artifacts owned by the Royal Family members.
Regrettably, the geographical distance separating the Southern Region and the Western Deserts was a formidable obstacle.
This divide resulted in distinct elemental laws in both regions which prevented Wang Jian to utilize the Spatial Connection between the Telephone Artifacts to conjure a Spatial Tunnel and bridge the chasm to converse face-to-face with the Western Desert rulers.
In a strategic maneuver, Wang Jian orchestrated a virtual conference call by employing three Telephone Artifacts, positioning them at a distance that enabled audible communication among all participants. This innovative setup facilitated a direct conversation between the rulers of the Western Deserts and Wang Jian.
"Greetings, esteemed rulers of the Western Desert," Wang Jian's voice emanated, composed and clear. "Allow me to introduce myself—I am Wang Jian, the ruler of the Everlasting Mystical Empire in the Southern Part of the Continent, and the creator of this very Telephone Artifact."
"I am Xenios Orpheon, Sovereign of the Gilded Oasis Dynasty," Xenios responded.
"And I, Andreas Lyreus, hold dominion over the Desert Nomad Ascendancy," Andreas announced.
"Theodoros Astraeos, ruler of the Bronze Mirage Empire, here. Pray, Emperor Wang, what brings about your contact?" Theodoros queried, his tone poised.
With a calm tone, Wang Jian began to unfold his intentions. "I have been informed about the ongoing onslaught by the Giants upon your Empires. I empathize deeply with your plight, for my own Empire faces a menacing threat from the encroaching Barbarian Race. These diverse races have united in their assaults against us humans. Our unity against this onslaught is crucial."
Xenios voiced the practical concern that lingered on all their minds. "In what way can you extend assistance to us? Can you provide us with resources or dispatch skilled experts?"
Wang Jian's response was measured and considered. "Alas, the geographical expanse between our Empires renders the transit of resources susceptible to looting or ambushes during the journey, rendering direct aid a complex endeavor. And I can't really send my powerful experts since my Empire needs to remain on guard against these Barbarians."
Andreas, driven by genuine curiosity, inquired, "Given this limitation, Emperor Wang, how might you contribute to our cause?"
With steady poise, Wang Jian ventured a proposition. "...Can you kindly share the specifics of the Giant Race's attacks? Perhaps a Talisman Array or alternative measures could be employed to provide aid to your Empires."
The trio of Western Desert rulers harbored no reservations about sharing their troubles and concerns with Wang Jian. Recognizing the efficiency of the Telephone Artifact, they knew that their information would soon reach the Southern Emperor regardless of the fact if they hid it from him or not.
Hence, a candid and open approach seemed the most prudent, as building a rapport with this Emperor was a wise move in the tumultuous times they faced.
However, the rulers artfully omitted any mention of their pact with a devil, opting instead to explain that they had engaged an ancient expert through a costly arrangement. This expert had bestowed upon them a unique means of detecting the Giants' presence and predicting their emergence points.
Yet, even though their words concealed the involvement of a devil, Wang Jian's perceptive mind discerned the underlying truth. He was privy to the knowledge that certain devil clans from the Silver Devil Asura Dominion had dispatched these specific toads and bats to the Western Deserts. Knowing the Heavenly Asura Devil Clan's role in this, Wang Jian couldn't help but connect the dots, realizing that Jiang Chen's hand was at play.
A wicked smile curled on his lips as he mused inwardly, 'How convenient. I had intended to explore various Empires across the regions facing similar threats from other races to uncover Jiang Chen's whereabouts. But it appears the puzzle pieces have fallen into place sooner than I anticipated.'
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