Chapter 69: The Trailer
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 69: The Trailer
"Me?"
Hearing Gamie’s words, Xie Bai suddenly remembered something.
If she recalled correctly, the trailer for Wheel of Fate had already been released.
And she was supposed to make an appearance in that very trailer.
Realizing something was amiss, Xie Bai hurriedly turned to Gamie.
"Can you show me that forum?"
At her request, the two Gamies nodded in unison.
"If it's for Sister Xiaobai, then of course."
"Besides, it’s been a long time since we’ve had anyone to share our things with."
As she spoke, one of the Gamies pulled a light screen from behind her back.
She operated it like a high-tech electronic device, though it only contained a single application:
【Qiuqiu Game Social Forum】
Xie Bai: "?"
After clicking into it, Xie Bai found that the forum was essentially the same as her own Player Forum, though the content was far richer.
In addition to the Wheel of Fate section, there were sections for every game in the series' history. One could even purchase paid games and play them directly on the light screen.
Beyond the gaming and social features, there was also a shop function where a series of related merchandise could be bought. Gamie’s board game had been purchased from there.
"I have a question, though. How do you buy things through this? Do you just use gold coins? It doesn't look like it has a physical transport function."
Gamie immediately explained.
"Oh, this! It’s done through Gamie’s Remote Gate. You just drop the required amount of gold coins into it, and the corresponding product pops out."
"However, we only have the content of this forum. The amount of information is too small, so the channel we established can only support the transmission of objects. Living beings can't pass through yet."
Hearing this, Xie Bai’s lip twitched.
She had just heard something incredible. It sounded like the Gamies were only a tiny step away from being able to travel to the world on the other side of the game.
If that’s the case, as long as I provide enough information, could I return to my old world?
Thinking of this, Xie Bai shook her head. Setting aside whether she could provide enough information to represent an entire world, even her memories of her past life were starting to grow a bit hazy.
But rather than dwelling on that, Xie Bai focused her attention on the Wheel of Fate section of the forum.
She clicked in. The interface was almost identical to the Player Forum, with the only difference being an additional merchandise shop.
At the top of the forum’s recommendations, Xie Bai spotted the video immediately.
【January 8th · Wheel of Fate】
【Official Trailer: "The Beginning of Fate"】
【Shares: 9.99M+】【Comments: 9.99M+】【Likes: 9.99M+】
Seeing this, Xie Bai stole a few glances at the Gamies around her.
Under their expectant gazes, Xie Bai felt a wave of awkwardness. It wasn't scary to have your own video watched by others; what was scary was having people you knew watch it while you were right there next to them.
If things went as expected, she would have to sit through the video with them one more time.
Seeing Xie Bai standing still, the two Gamies gently tugged at her clothes.
"Sister Xiaobai, don't you want to watch it? You look really cool in there."
"Yeah, yeah! Even though you don't show up many times, every time you do, it's incredibly shocking—just like a savior appearing on the scene."
Hearing Gamie’s praise, Xie Bai awkwardly twirled a lock of her hair.
"Um... since you've already seen it, there's no need to go through the trouble of watching it a second time, right?"
The two Gamies instantly shook their heads.
"No way! Sister Xiaobai, you haven't seen it yet. We can't leave you out."
"Exactly! Sister Xiaobai, you're one of our only two friends. Good things should be shared with friends."
Ultimately, under Gamie’s persistent urging, Xie Bai was forced to "enjoy" her own masterpiece.
As soon as the video started, the screen was flooded with bullet comments. With Gamie’s practiced hands, she adjusted the comment density to a comfortable level.
The video opened inside the Golden Dragon. At this point in the timeline, the airship had not yet crashed.
As the camera zoomed in, a tall figure clad entirely in black appeared on screen.
【Julius Lv.94】
【Child of Fate - Warrior】
【First God of War of the Chaos Church】
Julius raised his Pitch-Black Heavy Sword, pointing it at the Emperor on the dais.
【Atoris Lv.99】
【Sword of the Empire】
【Emperor of the Aodu Empire】
After the brief character introductions, the plot officially began.
The two didn't exchange unnecessary words. With a single look, they understood each other's intent.
"So, a warrior of the Chaos Church. It seems a hard battle is unavoidable."
Atoris raised his Crimson Greatsword and instantly charged toward Julius.
The moment their weapons clashed and the first spark flew, the bullet comments on the screen erupted.
『Guessed the version's main class in one second.』
『Witnessing history.』
『You know what I’m about to say.』
『Everyone, keep your faces straight.』
『Woah~ It’s a Warrior! It’s a Warrior!』
『Are you saying the Warrior is the protagonist this time?』
『Could it be?』
『Not sure, let me look again.』
『Hahaha! This old Daoist has finally made it! I’ve been shouting for a Warrior buff for over ten years, and it’s finally happening in the new game!』
『And the Emperor on the other side is also a Warrior. It looks like the Warrior is definitely the star of this version.』
『Gua! This is the kind of fist-to-flesh combat I want to see!』
As the fight on screen grew more intense, the bullet comments became even more frenetic.
It was almost a one-sided slaughter; Julius quickly gained the upper hand, driving Atoris into a corner.
As Atoris’s aura began to fail, Julius started explaining the secret of the Chaos Seed. Through this brief bit of dialogue, the audience gained a general understanding of the current world-building.
『Hiss... this sounds familiar.』
『So you're saying this Empire is not only facing threats from the Insects and the Chaos Church on the outside, but also the threat of an Emperor planning to turn into a Chaos Demigod on the inside?』
『Does this Empire also happen to have a Grand Marshal who's about to return?』
『Something feels off, though. Why is the Child of Fate in a faction that looks like the villains at first glance?』
『What’s the big deal? As they say, the world isn't black and white, but a sophisticated shade of gray. I bet Julius will join the protagonist's side later.』
『Who cares if he's a villain or not? Warriors are just cracked in this version. He’s lower level but easily trashing an Emperor.』
『Say no more. When the game launches, I’m picking Warrior first.』
『Do you guys think there's a possibility that Julius is just strong, and it has nothing to do with us players?』
『Where did this traitor come from? How dare you spread such heresy! Take him out and execute him!』
『Ughhh~~』
While the comments were still debating heatedly, a sudden change occurred on screen.
Atoris took his own life, and the power of the Chaos Seed could no longer be suppressed.
In moments, Atoris transformed into a grotesque, hideous Chaos Demigod.
With a single strike, he sent the previously invincible Julius crashing to the ground.
The situation reversed instantly, pouring a bucket of cold water over the viewers who had been hyping up the Warrior class.
『Are you kidding me, bro? Our Warrior just showed up, and he’s already getting scripted-death’d?』
『I thought they were buffing Warriors. Turns out it was just a false alarm.』
『Close one. They almost let Warriors have a win.』
Just as the Chaos Demigod was about to impale Julius, a massive figure suddenly appeared, blocking the blow for him.
【Thanatos Lv.99】
【Death Knight】