Chapter 206 Otto Isn't Dead? Three Herrschers of Reason in One Scene!
The appearance of Old Yang certainly gave the audience a surprise. However, they didn't expect that while the mission was originally to find the missing Welt, they would end up being rescued by him instead. They had imagined him locked away in some dark, damp corner waiting for help, but the man practically flew out, hoisting a section of a massive bridge as if he were holding up an ancient imperial city—giving off a vibe of total invincibility.
...Of course, that's provided one doesn't mention Old Yang's past "L's" or his future. After all, "State your purpose, or prepare to be torn apart by gravity"—that's our classic Old Yang. Do you have a Welt like that?
After saving Squad 3, Raiden Mei expressed her gratitude for his assistance. Beside her, Carole looked at Welt with eyes full of admiration. As a Valkyrie from St. Freya Academy, she had naturally read about the deeds of the Herrscher of Reason in her history textbooks. This was her first time witnessing a Herrscher's power from such a close distance, and she couldn't hide her excitement.
Even though he was technically a former Herrscher, the Star of Eden was practically part of his body at this point. Considering he still carried it even after ascending to the stars, the Star of Eden was likely Old Yang's true "main body" (lol).
After reuniting with the trio, Welt learned that Joey was safe, which allowed him to finally breathe a sigh of relief. Having endured various battles, Raiden Mei considered that everyone was exhausted. she prepared to escort Welt back to the operational base for a brief rest before sending the father and son out of St. Fountain.
During the subsequent free exploration and dialogue with Welt, it was revealed that Carole was actually a die-hard fan of E.T. Studio. she had even watched the ancient 1987 version of Arahato!
[Whoa, I've watched Arahato too!]
[True, even though it's an '87 animation, the art quality holds up even today!]
[LMAO, some people might not know, but Old Yang was an animator before he made games! Arahato was a massive hit back then—a total legend in animation history!]
[Didn't expect to see that name in Honkai 3rd, how nostalgic~]
The audience in the livestream began reminiscing about their youth. That animation had been a massive success, and with Anti-Entropy releasing several follow-up IPs over the years, it had become an evergreen classic. Naturally, many people had seen the '87 original.
"I didn't expect Director Su to include this. I loved watching Arahato when I was a kid! I thought mecha were the coolest things ever back then!" Carole's eyes sparkled as she spoke, her animated expression making Mei chuckle.
[Speaking of mecha, if I remember correctly, is 'Titanfall' launching soon?]
[It's only March; it doesn't release until June. Three months to go.]
[That's soon enough... I've been waiting since that PV dropped. I'm dying to play it!]
[I want to be a Pilot so bad!!!]
[Uh, is it okay to discuss other games in a Honkai 3rd stream?]
[The guy above must be new. don't you know Old Thief Su Mu is also the producer of 'Titanfall'?]
[Eh?? I didn't catch that. The Old Thief is making standalone games now?]
[Not just single-player; there's a multiplayer mode where you can fight other players in mechs! Hehe, just thinking about it gets me hyped!]
[My evaluation is: 'Sword Core Ready,' boys!]
[Wait? Is the Old Thief trying to ascend to heaven? Moving from a waifu mobile game to a first-person FPS with mecha combat? That's a huge leap!]
[The Old Thief is 'Free,' don't you understand?]
Through the mention of Arahato, many viewers connected it to Titanfall, which was launching on all platforms in three months. When the PV first debuted, it attracted a massive crowd due to its hyper-realistic graphics and dazzling combat footage. Many who didn't even play Honkai 3rd were stunned by the high-production value. As they put it, it was hard to imagine such a game coming from a mobile studio!
Technical accumulation isn't a matter of a few days, and MiHoYo was quite young compared to veteran studios. Technical fortresses aren't conquered overnight... However, upon hearing that MiHoYo had deep collaborations with both Anti-Entropy and Schicksal, the confusion was resolved.
Welt had many skilled game developers under him, and his HOMU platform was a gathering of elites. Schicksal, while not specializing in gaming, had the personnel and tech to be top-tier if not world-class. With the help of these two giants, it wasn't surprising they could produce a game like Titanfall so quickly.
Of course, what outsiders didn't know was that while Anti-Entropy and Schicksal funneled talent to MiHoYo, most weren't their internal staff. The game industry in this world was booming, and "talent" was the one thing a popular profession never lacked. Countless small studios opened and closed every day. Securing a list of top graduates or laid-off technicians was a simple task for organizations like Schicksal.
Currently, the ratio of fresh graduates to experienced staff at MiHoYo was about 50/50. These young graduates had become vital pillars of the company. Though green and inexperienced, their passion drove them to improve rapidly. The earliest batch of graduates had now accumulated nearly two years of experience, securing impressive resumes in the process.
With June approaching, Su Mu was already preparing for the next round of recruitment. Unlike the past where MiHoYo was an unknown small firm relying on Bronya's connections, MiHoYo was now a powerhouse that people flocked to. With employees promoting the company benefits across forums, it had become one of the most sought-after studios for graduates. However, with rising numbers, quality control became paramount. The early loose standards had to be tightened, and with the surge in personnel, the need for management-level talent became urgent.
Back in Elysia's livestream.
Squad 3 escorted Welt back to the base. To replenish their energy for the journey, the MC and Carole searched the city for white crystals to restore their Honkai energy. Carole was puzzled about who created these crystals. Once back at the base, Welt and Joey were successfully reunited.
However, a new problem arose: how to cross the barrier of St. Fountain and get the father and son to safety. Raiden Mei quickly thought of a plan: using the maglev train to send them out. But during the mission, the tracks were blocked. To restart the train, someone had to manually toggle the switches at the track hub. Thus, the group took an elevator to the underground level.
Soon, the underground tracks of St. Fountain were revealed. Deep, seemingly endless, and terrifyingly spacious. Following the quest markers, Elysia steered her character to the control room to shift the tracks, but the noise attracted many monsters. Combat was unavoidable. This wave of enemies was exceptionally fierce, as if they "anticipated" the move, culminating in a powerful "Emperor" boss. Even with her experience, Elysia had to use a revive needle to finally take it down.
After completing the task and reporting back, Welt wanted to stay and help Squad 3. Although their mission to find him was done, it didn't mean they could evacuate yet. St. Fountain still held many mysteries to investigate. While having Welt's help would be great, considering Joey's safety, Welt eventually agreed to leave the city with his son.
[Is Old Yang clocking out already? No way!]
[Exactly, I thought we'd get to control Old Yang in battle. I really want to play with the Star of Eden!]
[I feel like things won't be that simple. Will they really leave St. Fountain that easily? Will the mastermind who brought him here let him go?]
Amidst the chatter, Old Yang and Joey successfully boarded the train to bid farewell to St. Fountain. However—disaster struck.
["Hello, old friend. Quite a coincidence, isn't it?"]A hand rested on Welt's shoulder. The moment that familiar, breezy voice rang out, countless viewers felt goosebumps!
["Once again, you refuse my invitation. Once again, you come before me."]
[Welt looked up, his expression turning to one of pure disbelief upon seeing the man's face.]
["You... how... you are already..."]
Otto Apocalypse?
Seeing that iconic face and hearing those words, the audience was stunned. As established multiple times, the real Otto was long dead. Many thought the recording was just a relic or an impersonator. But seeing that punchable face in person...
[Wait, is this guy really Otto??]
[Shouldn't he be dead? Why is he here?]
[Was Otto's death a lie? He didn't die at all?]
[At the end of the day, we don't even know how he died...]
[There it is! This is the Otto I know! As the saying goes, 'Good people don't live long, but a nuisance lasts a thousand years.' How could a pest like him die so easily??]
Though his outfit was different from what they remembered, the face, the build, and the manner of speaking were identical to the original. Amidst the shock, more questions arose. What did Otto do in St. Fountain? Why did he invite Welt? Was he plotting another massive scheme?
["Hmph, since you're here, why not stay a while? A great change is about to occur; you are not only a witness, but already a part of it."]
[Otto sat across from Welt, pouring himself a glass of wine. Swirling the red liquid, he looked at Welt.]
["There is a great work to be completed, a victory waiting to be claimed."]
["Consider it: you and I, if we join forces, we have the chance to permanently banish the Honkai right now."]
[A warning for high Honkai energy levels sounded in the cabin, triggered by "Otto's" sudden appearance. Facing Otto's proposal, Welt replied coldly: "The Honkai has already been banished."]
["Is that so? On the Moon? Thirty-eight thousand kilometers away?" Otto's voice was full of contempt and disdain. "Sealing civilization's greatest enemy at a distance humanity can easily reach? That isn't banishment; it's just escape."]
["True banishment means a final farewell—a parting forever on our timescale."]
["The fruit of victory is hanging on the branch; it only needs a bit of gravity to fall into our hands."]
["I need your power, First Herrscher."]
END OF CHAPTER
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