Global Awakening: Apocalypse Ender's Chronicle

Shane pondered the names and their supposed Epic Talents, envisioning the formidable Clan they could become. With Raze’s friends, they could certainly build a decent Clan. He only had to worry whether he could really trust these people.

He couldn’t help but think that they might also dislike the fact that an unknown guy would suddenly become their Clan Leader.

[ Shane: They sound like amazing Survivors that I’d want in my Clan. We should meet up. How much time is left for that potion? ]

[ Raze: Awesome, I’ll send them a message. There’s still 1 hour and 51 minutes left. ]

[ Shane: That’s more than enough. We’ll meet up after the Auction here in the main hall. ]

[ Raze: Cool! I will message them! Can I tell them that you’re the one who first reached level 2 and unlocked the Chat Function? And… I think you’re in the Top 10 Leaderboard, right? Can I also let them know about that? ]

[ Shane: I don’t mind you telling them that I’m the first to reach level 2… But how can you be so sure that I’m on the Leaderboard? ]

Shane asked curiously.

[ Raze: Heh… It’s a woman’s instinct. You are using Item Upgrade Crystals for trades. You have 5,000 points you can spare for me… and I am in the Top 10 Leaderboard. How can you not be?! ]

At this reply, Shane was a bit surprised for a moment before he swiftly checked the Leaderboard once again.

Shadow Strider - Level 19

Raven Guard - Level 15

Iron Maven - Level 15

Blade Whisper - Level 15

Ghost Warden - Level 14

Fury Singer - Level 14

Silver Reaper - Level 13

Storm Crafter - Level 13

Beast Binder - Level 13

Echo Sage - Level 12

After some hesitations, Shane replied to her message.

[ Shane: Are you Raven Guard? ]

[ Raze: Close! I’m Iron Maven! I’m actually surprised that I got ranked so highly. I think it’s because I already killed several Tyrant Zombies. They give a lot of experience points. Roan, my baby dragon, had also killed an uncountable number of Zombie Rats.

They could probably pile up a mountain if they’re not disappearing after looking at them. And… Are you the Shadow Strider? ]

’Incredible… Her dragon must be very strong then…’ Shane nodded at this as he also couldn’t help but feel excited about her joining his Clan.

In any case, now that he thinks about it, he shouldn’t worry too much about them acting up since his Super Soldiers and his trusted aids would soon have mighty weapons in their hands. Even if they were to go to his current territory and think of doing something ill-disciplined, they probably wouldn’t escape from the butler’s watchful eyes.

[ Shane: Hehe… I’m still participating in the auction here, I’ll contact you later. ]

Shane replied without confirming whether he was Shadow Strider or not. Nonetheless, Raze still smiled at this as she felt that she truly won a jackpot.

[ Raze: Thank you! I’ll let the others know and we’ll wait outside the main hall after the Auction there is over. ]

As Raze concluded their conversation, she immediately contacted her four friends and informed them what had happened. She would do her best to convince them!

Raze’s fingers danced across her chat board with urgency, the screen’s glow casting her face in a web of light and shadow.

She crafted her message carefully, as she didn’t want to appear to be too forceful on her decision.

[ Raze: Lyra, urgent news. I decided to form a Clan with Shane. he’s the very first Survivor in our Region to reach level 2 and he’s also suspected to be the Shadow Strider. I needed his help, and helping him create a strong Clan will be a part of my contribution. He’s an amazing guy. You can add him as a friend later.

If you’re interested, let’s meet outside the Grand Auction Hall after the auction there ends. Be ready. ]

Raze sent the others with the same message and just changed the name from Lyra to Jaxon, Kael, and Tessa.

As soon as she sent all the messages, Raze heaved a sigh of relief as she waited for their response.

***

In the Grand Auction Hall, amidst the din of bids and the auctioneer’s rhythmic tempo, Lyra’s communicator buzzed discreetly.

She glanced at the message, her sharp eyes flicking up to scan the crowd… Beside her, Jaxon, leaned in to complete his bid before his own device signaled Raze’s update.

Lyra and Jaxon looked at each other. Since they will meet outside after the event, it means that Shane, the suspected Shadow Strider must be here!

”Interesting… I didn’t think that Raze would have such a contact.” Lyra muttered.

”Yes… I guess the strong flocks together.” Jaxon muttered as he knew that Raze may not be the strong alone but with her dragon, she was certainly a force to be reckoned with.

After a few moments, the two of them replied to Raze.

[ Lyra: Received. I’ve got my eye on a few items, but I’ll be there. ]

[ Jaxon: Understood. I’ll wrap up here soon. ]

Their responses were swift as they both felt excitement to be with the strongest Survivor of their Region! Who would decline such an offer?! Only those crazy ones would!

Meanwhile, in the vibrant chaos of the Market Bazaar, Kael browsed the medicinal herbs, his hands deftly assessing their quality. Tessa wasn’t too far from him as she looked among the stalls, her eyes keen for hidden treasures that could aid their survival.

The ping of Raze’s message drew them out of their reverie, aligning their focus on the great opportunity that just landed on their laps.

[ Kael: Message received. I’ll gather what supplies I can before joining you. ]

[ Tessa: I’m on it. There’s potential here in the Bazaar, but the Clan comes first. ]

In the meantime, after Shane concluded his conversation with Raze, the next item that had appeared caught Shane’s attention. It was only an Intermediate Survivor Scroll, but it was actually a Chemist Skill!

He may not want to have anything to do with chemistry, but Anna might need this skill. Well, he wasn’t sure if Anna could use this, but he would certainly try...

After winning it for 620 Points, Shane’s thoughts were finally drawn to an important matter: the name of the Clan he was about to build!