"Only half a month has passed, and a new civilization is about to start again."
"I heard the neighboring Freedom Nation obtained a crafting recipe and actually forged a bow and arrow!"
"Heavens, a ranged weapon! How are we supposed to deal with that?"
"Those hateful green exploding monsters have already blown up many cities..."
Melancholic discussions from pedestrians reached his ears.
Opening his eyes, a large screen appeared in the sky, showing square, flat blocks that looked like they had been meticulously arranged by someone with extreme OCD.
Galen Yu looked on with a dazed expression.
Having crossed over to this world for three days, everything was no different from his previous life, except for the massive numbers displayed in the sky.
[TEN MINUTES AND TWELVE SECONDS REMAIN UNTIL THE START OF THE NEXT CIVILIZATION.]
Below these large words was a scene he was incredibly familiar with.
A world constructed of blocks, where not a single circle could be seen on trees or animals—an utterly unscientific world.
'Has Minecraft descended?'
Even with only a glimpse, Galen Yu knew clearly that it was Minecraft, MC!
According to what he knew, it had appeared six months ago in the form of an arena; every once in a while, a different civilization would open, and players would be randomly selected to participate.
Organized by nations, the competing players had to ensure their own survival.
Each civilization was different; any items luckily obtained would be returned several times over to their home country. Conversely...
If a player died, not only would there be no rewards, but the entire nation would suffer a very severe punishment!
Take the Hunter Civilization from half a month ago; the people there aimed for hunting, and the stronger one's hunting ability, the higher their status.
Every participating player started as a Novice Hunter. They not only had to complete daily hunting tasks but also take orders from higher-level hunters.
To get better treatment, one first had to raise their hunting level.
Originally, their Nine Provinces' progress was far ahead, having the highest level.
But everything changed abruptly once the neighboring nation got bows and arrows!
Without ranged attacks, their players could only be worn down until they died. Not only were there no rewards, but millions of Creepers descended.
That day, explosions were everywhere across the Nine Provinces. Countless places were destroyed, and countless people perished!
After this incident, they were severely wounded. The entire nation was filled with scars and desolation, unable to recover.
In contrast, the Freedom Nation gained the Hunter Bloodline after leaving the civilization, and everything was flourishing!
'Bows and arrows... isn't the crafting recipe just three pieces of string and three sticks?'
Galen Yu's expression became a bit strange.
Although this was basic content that any MC player would know by heart...
Not to mention he was a veteran player of the game; this kind of basic knowledge was etched into his bones.
But in this world, there was no Minecraft. Everyone's understanding of the game was zero.
Regarding these block properties that defied physics, even the top talents couldn't figure them out in a short time!
In the Blocky Civilization, it had taken the lives of three participants over two civilizations to discover that precious crafting recipe.
"The screen has changed?"
Looking up, the countdown continued, but the screen no longer showed the block world.
A few large words were particularly eye-catching.
'Nine Provinces Research Institute'
The top scientific research facility in the Nine Provinces, gathering elite talents from all over the country.
Since the arena opened, they had worked day and night to increase the survival probability of the selected players.
The figure of a middle-aged man appeared, and gasps rose from the crowd.
"It's him! He's come out!"
"My god, I've actually lived to see him with my own eyes!"
"A god... a god has appeared!"
"The only big shot to safely survive the Blocky Civilization!"
"He can actually connect to the arena screen? Did he use a special item?"
"Even he was alerted? Does that mean...?"
The Nine Provinces was a land of talented people, so there was no shortage of geniuses.
He was a retired soldier and a wilderness survivalist who had been selected by the arena to participate in the Parkour Civilization. Eventually, he forged Gold Boots and returned as a Master Parkourist.
He was hailed as the God of Parkour, code-named 'Fries'!
"Everyone!"
Fries spoke, his steady voice clearly reaching everyone's ears.
The crowd quieted down, listening intently to the narrative of this God of Parkour.
"Everyone is very aware of how much damage the Creepers caused us last time. According to the rules, if we fail again..."
"The punishment will be multiplied by ten. Tens of millions of Creepers will descend into the Nine Provinces!"
Unlike the Creepers in the game that caused an explosion spanning a few blocks, the strength of the monsters in the punishment would double.
That meant each Creeper could cause destruction ranging from several hundred to several thousand meters!
With good luck, all three or five might land in remote areas without causing much loss.
With bad luck, if even one landed in a city, it would deal a devastating blow!
A million had already cost the Nine Provinces nearly half its territory. What if there were ten million?
The Nine Provinces would likely be completely wiped off the face of the earth!
"However, do not panic. Thanks to the rewards from the last Giant Civilization, I will activate a rule-based item."
"The player for this Blocky Civilization will surely be the person who understands the game best in the Nine Provinces!"
Galen Yu's eyes lit up.
He was afraid he wouldn't be randomly selected, but now it was a sure thing!
These people didn't even know how to make a bow. Fighting with these newbies... his entry would practically be a dimensional strike!
Meanwhile, in the Nine Provinces Research Institute.
Fries used the item, his expression extremely serious.
Having successfully survived a civilization and forged Gold Boots to obtain the highest rating...
Unquestionably, he was currently the person who understood the game best in the Nine Provinces.
Although he told the people not to panic, he knew very well in his heart.
He didn't have the confidence to safely survive this civilization!
The more he understood, the more he knew how terrifying the Blocky Civilization was!
Not only were there various restrictive rules and all sorts of monsters that could appear at any time...
There were also enemies who would stab you in the back at any moment!
He only knew that luck had played a major role in his survival of the Parkour Civilization!
"Have we still not researched the design blueprint for the bow?"
If they knew how to make a bow, having that ranged weapon would greatly increase Fries's survival rate.
Unfortunately, even the top scientists found it difficult to give an accurate answer now.
"The negotiations failed. They are unwilling to share this technology with us."
Looking at the old man in the white coat, Fries had long expected this.
They were all competitors in the Blocky Civilization and could turn on each other at any moment; in such a situation, how could they possibly help their enemies?
"Headmaster Quill, you've worked hard."
"But through our research, we believe that although things in the block world don't follow physics, there are patterns to be found."
"Judging by the shape of the bow, I think you can start with wood and tough materials."
Sighing, Headmaster Quill shook his head helplessly.
Their understanding of the block world was still too shallow!
"Sorry, Fries. The survival of the Nine Provinces rests on your shoulders now."
The countdown drew closer. Fries felt the item in his pocket and took a deep breath.
Stepping onto this path of no return, only that item in his pocket could give him peace of mind.
"With this god-tier item, I can at least save my life."
Ten minutes passed in a flash, and the screen entered its countdown.
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[BLOCKY CIVILIZATION STARTING!]
[THIS IS A LARGE-SCALE CIVILIZATION. THE DIFFICULTY HAS BEEN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED!]
[SELECTING PLAYERS...]