Woo.....

Dragging a long fiery tail, the Fire God Kebir, pierced all over with cross long halberds of [Black Tin], fell like a hedgehog-turned-meteor, pathetically plummeting from the sky.

For a moment, even the dark clouds in the sky seemed startled, suddenly retreating a step, exposing the entire Uruk City to the dazzling sunlight.

It also painted this grand city, transformed into a steel fortress by alchemy, with a seemingly unbreakable golden edge.

Hiss!

The "King of the Air" Enlil and "Lord of Life" Marduk, among the Three Pillar Gods, grimaced at their subordinate gods' performances.

But today was far from the first day of the war.

The creativity and destructiveness exhibited by mortals caused even these lofty gods to take notice; no one wanted to become the next Kebir.

Often, the extraordinary do not compete solely on pure combat power, and the gods in their various divine positions certainly do the same.

Although their overall strength far surpasses mortals, it only grants them infinite power within their domains, but in other respects, they're just slightly stronger than Tier 4.

This trait was vividly displayed in the "God of Opera" Percy that Aiven encountered back then.

Whether Tier 4 or Tier 5, as long as they're in the Material World and haven't transcended dimensions, there's no such thing as absolute invincibility—a countless number of demigods on the Source Continent have been defeated, killed, sealed, or fallen into eternal silence.

Fortunate ones, like the "Black Sea Goddess" Hipponeo, can break free from their seals and reclaim their rightful positions; the unfortunate, like "God of Opera" Percy, were cut like wheat (divinity) by a group of mortals.

Of course, the most unfortunate have to be the Three Main Gods of the New Continent: Sun God Inti, Feathered Serpent God Kukulkan, and High God Omedekutri.

Not only were parts of their divine positions taken by the "Eternal Flame," but they themselves fell into silence, and even their Atrean believers are almost extinct, with no hope of resurgence in sight.

Although a god's "fall" and a mortal's "death" are two different concepts, the fallen Fire God Kebir is not completely dead, but when he might recover is very uncertain.

If he misses the significant future event, it would truly be the end!

"Since the plan of slowly stifling development and reducing population through gradual disasters is ineffective, let us directly and violently purge the Muriya people who possess the most extraordinary 'Spiritual Talent.'

It's merely a matter of paying a little more price, yet it secures the future for the gods!

I promise here: All who die in this war will be resurrected by my Great Power after the war ends. With the contract as witness, I will keep my word!"

Seeing that critical moment had not yet arrived, and the gods' morale was unstable, Marduk hurried to make a promise.

Gathering the divine powers of all gods, the "Lord of Life" Marduk is faintly the top demigod under the "God of the Sky" Anu.

As the great god of regeneration for the gods, the caster who brings the dead back to life... indeed has the qualification to make such a promise.

Of course, the precondition is that the war truly ends in victory.

And between the lines, the spark of this war is not merely because of their "insatiable greed" or "ignorance of human suffering"—clearly, there's a hidden scheme beyond knowledge.

Even though he made such a promise, none of the gods are fools; they just sent out their belated armies on clouds transforming into rushing torrents to attack below.

"Kill!"

"For the Glory of the Gods!"

Meanwhile, in this stronghold of the Muriyan people, the means of combat are even richer.

Metallic-looking peas were launched onto the steel walls.

Pop! Pop!...

The sound of seeds sprouting connected into a symphony.

Robust roots dug into the crevices of the walls, while the main plant body quickly transformed into trumpet-mouthed cannons mounted on a stalk, their size no less impressive than the 32-pound ship-mounted cannons outside.

Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!....

Shooting out emerald green pea bombs at the rushing armies of divine favored.

Giant vine-like modified plants from within the city reached for the sky, each swing taking down swathes of divine favored.

"This is the power of mortal technology!"

Even on the ramparts, Paracelsus couldn't help but marvel, although not for the first time witnessing such creations formed from the fusion of extraordinary powers and biotechnology.

It is said that the early Muriyan people were inspired by the immense energy of plant germination and photosynthesis.

If even a tiny seed can gain immense energy through sprouting to break through soil and shatter rocks, then humans must also be able to utilize this superpower to achieve their own strength!

After relentless efforts, they finally invented the great technology to utilize bioenergy—the [Bioenergy Conversion Switch].

This technology can amplify plant energy thousands or tens of thousands of times, successfully applying plant energy to real life.

In the past, it was always limited to civilian production fields, and Muriya was always a nation of extraordinary agricultural civilization.

However.

Now, they have successfully extended [Bioenergy Conversion Switch Technology] into military industries like biological weapons, able not only to convert plant energy but also human bioenergy.

Armor made from plant fibers is just one of the least significant applications.

The Pea Rapid Fire Cannon, Heaven-Reaching Vine, plant cell organelles in "Purifier," [Black Tin], [White Lead], and more are the military achievements they are most proud of.

Leaving Paracelsus to wonder.

In recent years, the severe droughts and floods can hardly be said to be anything other than the gods discovering Muriyan technological advancements and deliberately creating harsh natural conditions to stifle agricultural development and plant cultivation.

Sadly, they couldn't suppress the determination of the Muriyan people, who now have the confidence to overturn the tables.

Just as countless divine favored beings were falling like raindrops above Uruk City...

Swoosh!

A blood-colored brilliance swiftly arrived from the distant horizon, transforming back into the aloof form of Inanna amidst the swirling clouds.

Ignoring the curious stares of others, she lifted her blood-red skirt and whispered a few words in Marduk's ear.

"Agreed?"

The "Lord of Life" flashed a gleam in His eyes. At this moment, the battle situation was unfavorable, and He was somewhat displeased with the hesitation of His demigods. Inanna's news was like delivering a pillow to a sleepy person.

"Rare that the Main God would still respond to us at this time. Truly worthy of being the Main God's daughter..."

As He stood, the rolling clouds formed His gigantic face:

"It was I who guided you on how to utilize powerful bioenergy. How dare you, humble mortals, turn your guns upon your father? I decide to take back once given mercy!

Trample the land, Celestial Bull!"

Muriyan people's initial knowledge of bioenergy indeed came as a gift from Marduk. But to develop to today's extent was the crystallization of human wisdom.

Many man-made creations, including the "Purifier," are beyond the interference rights of this "Lord of Life" under the category of Natural Deity.

Marduk called out a name while drawing an arc in the sky with His hand.

A golden crack appeared in the distance.

Moo—!!!

With an earth-shattering cow's roar, the terrifying monster known as the "Celestial Bull" and "Anu's Bull" descended to the earth.

Thud! Thud! Thud!...

What kind of monster is that?

Horn like a mountain ridge, head like a mountain peak, back like a mountain range... each step shakes the earth.

With its head raised, it's already above the clouds; looking sideways, its full appearance is elusive.

It seems vaguely formed of swirling hurricanes, with four massive silver hooves.

It is the offspring of the True God "God of the Sky," "Father of the Gods" Anu, understood as a chaotic, uncontrollable "Divine Abomination." Though its essence is a divine creature, its power far exceeds ordinary demigods.

Due to its enormous size.

The [Black Tin Cross Long Halberd] designed as a heavy weapon falling on it is like scratching an itch, and lacking targeted hatred from [Black Tin] significantly reduces attack effectiveness.

Its existence is born for destruction!

Had the city walls of Uruk not been upgraded through Alchemy, even its earthquake-inducing movements could have collapsed Muriyan defense structures.

It must not be allowed near the city!

And just at this time.

"Defend Uruk!"

"Long live humanity!"

The "Armored Warriors," freshly victorious from their return from the seaside, yelled angrily with Cross Long Halberds as they charged from its rear, without even resting.

"Wait...."

Together with them, Aiven extended his hand only to lower it in defeat.

Aligning with the Secret Realm outside the island, the true gods Lam and Raham had already fallen, leaving only these Muriyan people as prisoners.

These so-called gods without actual [Divinity] are the purest historical projections.

Killing or not killing doesn't matter at all.

But how can such matters be discussed with the warriors who shed blood for humanity's survival?

"I'm too soft-hearted, but the Crowned Wizard is still in the city, and can't just let you be crushed, there's no time for next year."

A black, illusory Crown jumped out above Aiven's head as he slowly extended his right hand:

"But it's really borrowing someone else's might."

[Secondary Authority: Sea Monarchy] 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Originally, Aiven could only use [Pseudo Authority: Usurper] to manually control natural phenomena.

Now, having gained official endorsement, he became the Sub-Administrator under the Goddess, able to borrow the goddess's authority anytime.

Immediately.

A giant hand formed of storms descended from the sky, grabbing its hind leg.

Moo—!!!