binnovel Chapter 305
Chapter 305
Just as the players were engrossed in the fireworks, the scene changed again. The low fireworks near the ground disappeared, replaced by high-altitude fireworks. After one wave of explosions, it was replaced by a dazzling display of starry sky fireworks. These fireworks came in white, warm yellow, and shimmering blue, colors that were very eye-catching in the night sky. They were launched from particularly high positions, and the bursting fireworks were enormous, giving the illusion of standing on behalf of the heavens.
Immediately, a line of text appeared: The Wishing Star has arrived!
Many players hadn't even realized what was happening when those who did immediately boarded the red embroidered ball and flew upwards. These stars could be exchanged for exclusive outfits!
Countless players rode on red embroidered balls into the sky, which looked absolutely stunning under the fireworks. The tassels around the balls, the embroidery on the main body, and the colorful threads were all beautiful. The fireworks themselves were also gorgeous, each one sparkling and glittering.
Previous fireworks displays even simulated real fireworks and smoke, and even mimicked the smell of gunpowder and falling debris. After all, the falling fireworks and the smell of gunpowder are part of the excitement of setting off fireworks. The atmosphere of fireworks is not just the physical and chemical smell of fireworks, but also represents an atmosphere. Whenever they appear, it signifies a festival, a grand event, or a farewell.
However, if players were to catch stars now, that old design would cause them to get hurt. It would also affect the enjoyment of catching stars; imagine how uncomfortable it would be if a speck of dust got into your eye while you were chasing a star.
That's what the designers envisioned, but players don't understand their good intentions. The items they carry are far more dangerous than the ashes from falling fireworks—chili powder, poison, sand, and hidden weapons. If someone sees a star falling and chases after it, they'll be thrown at them. Even players with no weapons will instinctively throw things to stop it—clothes, cabinets, beds, lanterns—they have plenty of these furniture items, unlike any other weapon.
However, quite a few people have lost their precious props by accident and cried out in pain. The only good thing is that this place is high up, so as long as the props are not broken when they are thrown at people, you can go down and salvage them.
As a result, many players screamed and fell, and those who managed to grab their babies felt a huge weight lifted off their shoulders. Those who missed could only cry, hahaha.
Some players even collided with those flying upwards below. At this point, one could only lament why they didn't go out more and practice their aircraft piloting skills.
While these rare items can't compare to those that are no longer available, every beautiful treasure is still something you've painstakingly collected. You know, most players, even with full inventoryes, are reluctant to clear out junk items, like manure balls they collect to use as fertilizer...
Watching fireworks is a completely different experience; beautiful light explodes all around you, almost within reach. It's like the difference between watching rain in a video and experiencing it live – the video is beautiful, but the experience of being there is even more beautiful.
The scramble for the fireworks display didn't last long, only about an hour. At 9:30, the fireworks show officially ended.
Many players were completely bewildered as the fireworks suddenly disappeared.
"Huh? It's over already?"
"How could that be? I haven't had enough yet, how could it end!"
"Ahhh, time, you are so cruel. Why did you sneak away and steal away my happy moments when I wasn't paying attention?"
"I haven't even managed to grab a few stars yet, boohoo, Qingfengyi, you're so heartless."
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Even after the game ended, most players were still feeling unsatisfied, filled with a sense of disappointment that made them feel a little sad.
The world channel finally got lively, and people started posting the videos and photos they had just taken.
"Family, look at my masterpiece! My mecha Grand Marshal, this angle is so cool, the highlight of my life. Pictures, pictures, video is in production."
The picture shows a person swinging in the air amidst colorful clouds and fireworks. They wear flowing white and red traditional clothing, with a long shawl billowing in the sky, and fireworks blooming behind them. At first glance, one wonders how this person can float in the sky, and how the swing is so beautifully crafted. Below are two wooden beams, with very pretty fireworks wrapped around their sides.
The second picture even shows countless flower petals falling along with fireworks, making countless gamers envious.
"Ugh, why can you charge dozens of times more for the same fireworks show? I'm getting ripped off! How did the person upstairs manage to film this?"
"Yeah, yeah, I just flew up briefly while escaping and got ganged up on."
"I'm so envious! Waaah, why didn't I know how to play this game?"
"Haha, what a coincidence, I also had such a highlight moment. Pictures, pictures."
This picture isn't of a swing, but rather of freefall. It's a side-view shot with huge bursts of fireworks in the background, and the person falling through them is incredibly dramatic and ceremonial.
"Me too! These kinds of photos are best taken with fireworks and colorful clouds. Pictures, pictures, look at my show!"
In the picture, a person with enormous wings is floating in the very center of a cloud. It's like an angel descending from Barbie fashion—so ethereal!
Taking these kinds of photos requires a high level of skill. You need to capture the exact moment the fireworks explode, the only time that can illuminate the person and showcase the most beautiful aspects of the clouds and fireworks. At this moment, you also need to adjust the shooting angle and pose, especially the more complex poses, which are quite challenging.
But the joy of taking the best photo is priceless and something you can only dream of.
The "Rainbow Clouds" fireworks display in this event only lasted about a minute because it affected the effects of other fireworks. This type of firework explodes into a colorful, cloud-like cloud of smoke that shines brightly in the night sky. However, if other fireworks are not launched at this time, they will be obscured and look less impressive.
The design here is different from what Lin Shuying had seen before. It's not a chaotic mix of things mimicking various flowers or vibrant colors. Instead, it imitates clouds, continuously expanding the areas of different colors to form unique regions belonging to each color. Color gradations were considered to avoid creating a deathly patch of colorful hues, but rather beautiful clouds, just like its name suggests.
Therefore, it's easy to imagine how stunning the resulting photos are.
"Why are you able to make such a blockbuster while I know nothing about it?"
"Please tell me, ahhh, which district is allowed for filming?"
As the number of players increases, different "leading figures" will emerge in different servers. The server that adopts a particular style and isn't suppressed by other players will easily become the dominant server in that style. However, today everyone is engrossed in the beautiful fireworks display, too busy and unable to pay attention to anything else. Moreover, change is not easy; many times it ends in failure and instability.
Therefore, it didn't spread widely; only some close players got the news from their friends. These friends were true friends, knowing each other's preferences well, hahaha.