Chapter 340 Observing the Mantis
The sunlight shines through the dense tree canopy and onto the wet ground.
Not far away, Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li followed closely behind. As the eldest brother, Li? always walked in front, always alert to the surroundings; Li Ming was responsible for the team's supply and logistics, ensuring that everyone had enough food and water; Li Hua and Li Li, the sisters, although still young, showed courage and wisdom in the battle, which made people look at them with admiration.
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan walked at the end of the team, they were responsible for covering the rear and ensuring that no potential threats were missed. Hua Yuan held a sharp bone blade, her eyes were calm and resolute; Zhang Yuan was good at using bows and arrows, and her archery skills were superb, always able to give the enemy a fatal blow at the critical moment.
Today, their goal is to observe a very rare creature in this jungle - the praying mantis. It is said that this mantis not only has great strength, but also has a mysterious ability to control other insects. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying are full of curiosity about this, and they hope to uncover the secrets of this creature through observation and research.
As the team went deeper into the jungle, the atmosphere gradually became tense. Various strange noises came one after another, making people feel cold. The brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai unconsciously approached Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying, their hands quietly clenched their weapons, ready to deal with possible dangers at any time.
Suddenly, there was a slight rustling sound in front of them. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying immediately stopped and signaled everyone to hide. They approached the source of the sound carefully and saw a huge mantis lying quietly on a thick branch. Its body showed a strange metallic luster, shining brightly in the sun.
This mantis was much larger than an ordinary mantis, almost as long as Lin Zhi's arm. Its forelimbs were like two sharp sickles, and when they were gently swung, they made bursts of air-breaking sounds. What was even more surprising was that its eyes were a deep blue, as if they could see through everything.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying held their breath, fearing to disturb this mysterious creature. They watched quietly, and saw the mantis suddenly leap up and pounce on a passing beetle at an astonishing speed. The beetle was firmly clamped by the mantis's forelimbs before it even had time to react, and lost its life in an instant.
At this moment, they noticed a strange light flashing in the mantis's eyes. Then, several small insects around it seemed to have received some kind of call and moved closer to the mantis. After circling around the mantis, these insects obediently stopped beside it, as if they were receiving some kind of instruction.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying looked at each other with shock in their eyes. They realized that this mantis might really have the ability to control other insects. In order to understand this ability more deeply, they decided to continue observing.
Over time, they discovered that the mantis could not only manipulate insects, but also communicate with them in a special way. Whenever an insect approached, the mantis would vibrate its wings at a special frequency, making a sound that only insects could hear. After hearing this sound, the insects would obediently follow the mantis's command.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying became more and more fascinated as they watched, as if they had opened the door to a new world. They realized that the creatures in this world were far more complex and magical than they had imagined. And if they wanted to survive in this world, they had to keep learning and adapting.
At this moment, a burst of hurried footsteps broke their meditation. Li? ran over in a hurry, with a nervous look on his face: "Quick! We have to leave here quickly! I found a group of Zerg warriors approaching!"
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying immediately withdrew their thoughts after hearing this. They knew that now was not the time to study mantises. They quickly gathered everyone and prepared to evacuate this dangerous area.
On the way of evacuation, they looked back at the mysterious mantis from time to time. It was still lying quietly on the branch, as if watching them leave. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying swore in their hearts that after this crisis, they must come back to study this magical creature carefully.
The sun shines through the dense treetops, scattering mottled light on the wet ground. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying, two travelers from Earth, are carefully traveling through the forest, their eyes are sharp, and they are always alert to all the movements around them. Accompanying them are the Zerg brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai, as well as the four Zerg brothers and sisters Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua, and Li Li. The two teams have established a deep friendship and trust during their long time together.
Their goal that day was to observe a very rare mantis in this forest, the Shadow Mantis. This mantis is known for its excellent camouflage ability and rapid attack speed, and is the dream research subject of many warriors in the Zerg world. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying hope that by studying the Shadow Mantis, they can bring new combat skills and strategies to the team.
"Everyone, be careful to hide. Shadow Mantises are very alert. Once discovered, they will immediately disappear without a trace." Lin Zhi reminded in a low voice. Her voice was particularly clear in the quiet forest.
The team moved forward slowly, and everyone tried to breathe as lightly as possible, fearing to disturb the creatures in the forest. Finally, they found their target next to a pile of dead leaves. A shadow mantis was lying there quietly, its body color blending perfectly with the surrounding environment. If you didn't look closely, you would hardly notice its existence.
"Look, that's it!" Zhang Ying pointed excitedly, but his movements were very small for fear of disturbing the precious insect.
Brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai immediately entered a state of combat readiness. Their Zerg blood gave them a natural keen sense of this kind of creatures. The four siblings Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua, and Li Li surrounded them, using their own special abilities to assist in observation. Their Zerg abilities were different, but at this moment, they all played a crucial role.
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan, as the logistics and supporters of the team, although they did not directly participate in the observation operation, they were always ready to provide necessary supplies and support to the front line. Hua Yuan was proficient in herbal medicine and was always ready to deal with possible unexpected injuries; while Zhang Yuan was good at making various simple tools, which provided great convenience for the team's exploration.
As time went on, Linzhi and Zhang Ying gained a deeper understanding of the mantis's behavior, and were amazed at how it could sneak up on its prey without alerting them, and how it could quickly subdue its prey with its sharp sickle-shaped forelegs.
"If we can imitate their attack methods, our combat effectiveness will definitely be significantly improved." Zhang Ying analyzed excitedly, his eyes flashing with the desire for victory.
Lin Zhi nodded in agreement: "That's right, and the camouflage skills of the Shadow Mantis are also worth learning. On the battlefield, concealing yourself is often more important than direct attack."
After the observation, the team returned to the temporary camp. Everyone sat together and began to discuss how to apply what they learned today to actual combat. Wang Jun proposed a bold idea: "We can try to make a weapon similar to the Shadow Mantis's sickle. Combined with our Zerg power, it will surely be able to exert amazing power."
Li added: "Also, we can learn their camouflage techniques and make some equipment that can blend into the environment, so that we can be more concealed when performing missions."
The discussion was heated and in-depth, and everyone was full of expectations and visions for the future. Lin Zhi looked at this group of like-minded partners with gratitude and pride in her heart. She knew that no matter how many challenges and difficulties they faced in the future, as long as everyone was united, nothing could stop them from moving forward.
As night fell, insects chirped in the forest. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying lay in the tent, reviewing their day's experiences, their hearts filled with anticipation for tomorrow.
After that, there are four Zerg brothers and sisters - Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li. They are still young, but each of them is very skilled. Facing unknown challenges, there is no fear in their eyes. As the elder brother, Li? is always concerned about the safety of his younger brothers and sisters, while Li Ming is responsible for scouting the situation ahead to ensure the team's route is safe. Li Hua and Li Li are responsible for logistics and supply to ensure that the team has sufficient supplies.
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan were the think tanks in the team. They were well versed in Zerg history and geography, and knew the situation in the Mantis Plateau like the back of their hands. As they walked, they discussed possible tactics and response strategies to fully prepare for the upcoming adventure.
As the team went deeper, the surrounding scenery gradually became desolate and mysterious. On both sides of the winding mountain road, there were dense rocks and sparse vegetation, and occasionally you could hear the roar of strange beasts in the distance, which made people feel cold.
"Everyone be careful, we have entered the activity area of the mantis monster." Lin Zhi reminded in a low voice, his eyes became sharper and he always paid attention to the movements around him.
Zhang Ying nodded, holding the weapon tightly in his hand, ready to deal with any possible danger. The team gradually slowed down, and everyone remained highly alert.
Suddenly, there was a sound of hurried footsteps coming from the front, and then a huge mantis beast jumped out from behind the rock and rushed straight towards the team. Its two swords were extremely sharp, flashing cold light in the sun, and its eyes were full of bloodthirsty madness.
"Get ready for battle!" Lin Zhi shouted and rushed forward first. Zhang Ying followed closely behind, and the two of them launched a fierce attack on the mantis monster. Wang Jun and Wang Kai were not to be outdone. They used the flexibility of the Zerg armor and the sharpness of the insect blades to fight fiercely with the mantis monster.
Li Ming and others saw this and quickly took action. Li Ming used his agility to constantly move around the mantis monster, looking for flaws in the attack. Li Hua and Li Li were responsible for long-range support. The Zerg bows in their hands shot deadly arrows one after another, making the mantis monster overwhelmed.
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan were watching the battle from the sidelines, giving tactical advice from time to time to help the team better deal with the attacks of the mantis monsters. With their assistance, the team gradually gained the upper hand.
After a fierce battle, the mantis monster was finally defeated. Its huge body fell to the ground, and the light in its eyes disappeared. The team members breathed a sigh of relief and smiled at each other.
"This time we were able to successfully defeat the mantis monster thanks to everyone's concerted efforts." Lin Zhi wiped the sweat from his forehead and said gratefully.
Zhang Ying nodded in agreement: "Yes, we are a team. Only by uniting as one can we overcome all difficulties."
The team marched forward with firm and steady steps. After a long trek, they finally arrived at the heart of the Tanglang Plateau. What unfolded before their eyes was an amazing and magnificent scene: a vast plain spread out like a huge green scroll, with the breeze blowing and the grass swaying, as if telling people the story of this land.
Looking far away, you can see several majestic peaks standing in the distance. These peaks are soaring into the clouds and reaching the sky, giving people an indescribable sense of shock. They are like the guardians of the earth, standing there quietly, and they have gone through the vicissitudes of time but are still indestructible.
Between the peaks, clouds and mists linger, like a dream. The layers of clouds and mists are like a mysterious veil, half-hiding the true face of the peaks, making people wonder what endless secrets and unknown worlds are hidden behind them. Perhaps in the depths of the clouds and mists, there are ancient ruins waiting to be discovered; or perhaps there are rare treasures, waiting for the right people to explore...
"This is the Mantis Plateau." Hua Yuan looked at the scenery in front of him, his eyes flashing with excitement. "It is said that the remains of the ancient Zerg civilization are hidden here. We must find it!"
Zhang Yuan nodded slightly, his face showing recognition. He slowly said, "That's right. Only if we successfully find the legendary ruins can we truly uncover the veil of mystery that has always shrouded the Zerg world. This not only requires us to have firm beliefs and fearless courage, but also requires us to maintain keen insight and the wisdom and ability to deal with various difficulties and obstacles on the road of exploration."
The team members agreed, and they set out on their journey to explore the Mantis Plateau with confidence. In the days to come, they will face more challenges and dangers, but they believe that as long as they unite as one, nothing can stop them from moving forward.
As the sun gradually set, the afterglow cast on the Tanglang Plateau, covering this mysterious land with a golden coat. The team members walked shoulder to shoulder on the plain, their figures looking particularly firm and powerful under the setting sun.