"They are a type of mutated monkey that lives in water, obsessively drawn to arcane gems or anything emitting arcane energy. They often attack convoys transporting arcane gems or vehicles powered by arcane energy!"
"Naturally, arcane energy cultivators are also frequent targets, especially when using arcane energy. The Eaters of Energy Water Monkey can detect them from five kilometers away and will come running!"
"What makes them even more troublesome is that these Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys are very different from other monsters. They learn to use tools like humans and can imitate other animals. The Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys in the war-torn areas can even use firearms..."
As she spoke, Shen Yun Yao raised her binoculars, poked her head out of the car window, and looked towards the front of the convoy.
"Whoa, Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys are that skilled?" Ye Feng was very surprised.
Because the ability to use tools is the biggest difference between humans and other animals, and it's a significant reason why humans stand at the top of the food chain... Although, it seems they aren't at the top anymore...
"Of course, we don't need to worry too much. All living beings tend to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages!"
"These Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys are the most cowardly, preferring to ambush lone adventurers or small exploration teams. They generally won't attack such a large convoy."
"However, there are always exceptions. During a full moon, Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys undergo a mutation, becoming completely berserk and attacking whatever they see..."
"And if someone actively attacks or provokes an Eater of Energy Water Monkey, they will also retaliate..." Shen Yun Yao added after a pause.
"Everyone, pay attention! Arcane users, suppress your arcane energy aura. Do not use arcane energy carelessly!"
"Maintain vigilance, and keep a firm grip on your firearms. Don't let them misfire!"
...
As soon as Shen Yun Yao finished speaking, many similar voices chimed in.
It was clear that many people in the convoy were quite knowledgeable about the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys.
Seeing this, Ye Feng lost interest in observing the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys. He took out the arcane crystal he had obtained earlier and examined it carefully.
"Ye Feng, you can try drawing some patterns on it with arcane energy. They don't necessarily have to be arcane runes. This will be very helpful for your future studies as an Armorsmith!" Seeing Ye Feng's focused expression, Shen Yun Yao couldn't help but speak up.
"Huh? Won't condensing arcane energy attract those Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys?" Ye Feng looked at Shen Yun Yao questioningly.
"With such a large convoy... it won't have a significant impact if you don't use it over a wide area," Shen Yun Yao replied after a slight hesitation.
"Oh, okay!" Ye Feng nodded, already having the intention to do so.
Immediately, white arcane energy began to appear on his hand, and under Ye Feng's control, it gradually condensed into the shape of a slender sharp knife.
"Whoosh!"
Ye Feng let out a gentle breath and carefully controlled the arcane energy condensed into the slender sharp knife, applying it to the palm-sized arcane crystal.
As the arcane energy sharp knife lightly passed over, it left fine scratches on the arcane crystal, which also emitted a faint white glow.
The arcane crystal was not large, and Ye Feng's touch was very light, so the scratches were very subtle. Without the white arcane energy light, they would have been barely visible...
After a short while, fine beads of sweat appeared on Ye Feng's forehead, and a simple sketch of a small bird appeared on the arcane crystal. Because it glowed with white light and the arcane crystal itself was pink, it looked very beautiful.
"Big brother, this little bird is so pretty!" Xiao Xiao came over, blinked her eyes, and praised.
"Ye Feng, your arcane energy... seems a bit strange," At this moment, Shen Yun Yao's puzzled voice sounded.
"Strange? How is it strange? Is it because it lacks arcane energy attributes?" Hearing this, Ye Feng turned his head and looked at Shen Yun Yao with curiosity.
This was not the first time someone had said his arcane energy was different from ordinary arcane energy. Jiang Shishan, Wu Ye Lin, Xue Yuli, and others had all said so before.
"It's not about the arcane energy attributes!" Shen Yun Yao shook her head. "How to put it... it just feels different from the arcane energy I've known and perceived before... It just feels a little off..."
"Uh... is that so?" Ye Feng scratched his head, feeling a little depressed. However, he didn't overthink it and continued to condense arcane energy, preparing to touch up the bird pattern on the arcane crystal.
"All units, alert!"
"Prepare for combat!"
"Damn, Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys are attacking!"
...
Suddenly, a series of panicked shouts could be heard.
"Hmm? What's going on?" Ye Feng stopped what he was doing, opened the door of the Hummer, and leaped out, looking towards the direction of the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys.
"Holy crap, what's happening up front? Did someone cast a spell or accidentally discharge a firearm?"
"Confirmed, no!"
"Then... then why are those Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys going crazy and charging at the convoy?!"
"Damn, I want to know too!"
...
Many people in the convoy were shouting in confusion, trying to figure out why the normally calm Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys were suddenly attacking the convoy.
"Thump-thump~"
At this moment, Shen Yun Yao also jumped onto the roof of the Hummer, standing shoulder to shoulder with Ye Feng.
"Yun Yao... do you think... it might be because I just used arcane energy?" Ye Feng looked at Shen Yun Yao with a hint of embarrassment.
"It shouldn't be!" Shen Yun Yao frowned slightly and finally shook her head. "Those Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys don't seem to be attracted by arcane energy at all... Instead, they appear to be in a berserk state, which only happens during a full moon..."
"This is really strange. It's not a full moon today, so why are those Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys going berserk?!"
"That's definitely not ordinary berserk. I've seen Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys go berserk before. They attack everything that moves, even their own kind... But those Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys seem to be heading straight for the convoy!"
"Prepare for battle!"
"Click, click, click~"
...
As Shen Yun Yao's words fell, many convoy members took out various firearms, loaded them, and aimed at the leaping figures approaching in the distance.
The convoy was not moving slowly, and the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys were also running and leaping at a rapid pace. Within a few breaths, Ye Feng could clearly see the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys that everyone had been discussing.
They were creatures with blood-red eyes, their entire bodies covered in wet yellow fur, with facial features resembling humans but distorted, baring their teeth and looking exceptionally ferocious.
What surprised Ye Feng even more was that as the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys ran towards them, their bodies continued to change. Their already large bodies grew even bigger, their muscles bulged, and finally, they stood upright like elephants, with dark claws growing on their limbs.
Large rocks along the way were instantly shattered into countless pieces by the Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys' large black claws...
"Heeheehee~ Heehee~ Heehee~"
The Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys emitted a giggling sound from their mouths, like that of children, but piercing and terrifying.
"Hmm?" Suddenly, Ye Feng frowned.
Because he discovered that the horde of Eaters of Energy Water Monkeys was not attacking the convoy moving ahead. They even ignored the gunshots fired by the people on the convoy and were instead... heading straight for him...