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Chapter 1805: Bloody Rain Killing Formation, please appreciate it, ancestors!
Chapter 1805: Bloody Rain Killing Formation, please appreciate it, ancestors!
Chapter 1805: Bloody Rain Killing Formation, please appreciate it, ancestors!
Chapter 1808 The **** rain kills the big battle, please taste the ancestors! (Please subscribe and ask for a monthly pass!)
"What is this?"
The eyes of those high-ranking devil-level blood race dark species looked into the depths of the blood mist with trembling eyes, as if a turbulent sea had set off in their hearts.
A dazzling blood-red beam of light suddenly soared into the sky, piercing through the thick blood mist, and it could still be seen even if it was separated by hundreds of thousands of miles of sea.
"I see, this is inheritance!"
"inherited!?"
"This is the Blood Kun inheritance!!"
"What, the Blood Kun inheritance was born at this time?"
A few high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species were only sluggish for a moment, and immediately reacted.
Because this is not the first time that the Blood Kun inheritance has appeared.
It has also appeared before, and it is such a scene, with a blood-red beam of light rising into the sky, reaching directly into the starry sky, which is shocking.
The blood kun inheritance, even in the entire sea of undead blood, is an extremely important inheritance.
So far, many geniuses have entered it, some have obtained exercises, some have obtained combat skills, and some have obtained corresponding fields.
But the most core inheritance is said to still exist in the Blood Kun's lair and has not been obtained.
Many geniuses regret.
There are also many geniuses who have been waiting for the blood kun inheritance to reappear.
Everyone knows that the blood kun inheritance is located in the blood kun sea area, but no one knows where the blood kun inheritance is located, and no one knows where the blood kun inheritance will appear next time.
Its appearance has no fixed position, no fixed time, just like random.
Only some geniuses who are lucky, or who have been paying attention to this place, may be able to find the Blood Kun inheritance as soon as it appears.
They can occupy a certain advantage and enter the blood kun's lair immediately.
However, once the Blood Kun inheritance is born, it will inevitably attract a lot of attention, and other people will come one after another to compete for it. It is hard to say who will be the winner in the end.
"It's actually the Blood Kun inheritance!"
The eight high-ranking demon king-level blood race dark species all took a deep breath and tried their best to calm themselves down.
This inheritance, even the upper demon emperor level, can't help but be moved.
But there is a problem.
According to the rumors, beings above the Demon Emperor level cannot enter the Blood Kun's lair.
If you break in forcibly, you will be obliterated by the power in the blood kun's lair, even if the demon king comes.
After all, it was the lair of the powerful existence of the ancient blood kun. Even if the blood kun was dead, the remaining power and means were inconceivable.
If you underestimate that kind of power, you will definitely die a miserable death.
At the beginning, there was a demon-level existence who wanted to force his way in, but was seriously injured, and most of the immortal substance was wiped out, and he almost died.
That lesson completely made some powerful beings give up.
They know that this inheritance is reserved for geniuses.
After all, the sea of undead blood is the place of inheritance of the blood clan, which is left to the descendants of the god-level ancestors of the blood clan, and it is not for the demon king to join in the fun.
If the blood race wants to rise, it must pay attention to genius.
The rise of geniuses has a lot to do with these inheritances.
The dark eyes of several high-ranking Demon King-level blood races suddenly flickered, and they looked at each other, and they all saw a trace of vigilance in each other's eyes.
They come from different clans, so naturally they don't have the same heart. Now that such a great opportunity is presented to them, how can they not be moved.
Even if they were unable to enter the Blood Kun's lair in their realm, couldn't they allow their own family's descendants to enter it and compete for inheritance?
As long as a certain descendant wins the inheritance, and they are escorting them outside, it will be regarded as credit to their respective clans, and the benefits are absolutely indispensable.
This time they happened to meet, and they had advantages that others did not have.
"I'm very clear about your thoughts." The leader of the blood race, the dark race, glanced at the crowd, pondered for a moment, and suddenly said.
The other seven high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species all looked at it, their eyes flickering slightly.
"I won't stop you, I will immediately notify the geniuses of your respective clans to come here to compete for the inheritance. Compared with the inheritance falling into the hands of other races, it is better for this blood kun inheritance to belong to my blood clan." The leader of the blood clan, the dark race, said lightly: "But you have to remember one thing, our purpose is to kill Xuejue, he is here now, we must deal with him as soon as possible, otherwise if he is allowed to enter the Blood Kun inheritance, with his talent..."
He didn't finish his words, but the rest of the high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species were already awe-inspiring.
In the fight for inheritance, strength sometimes comes second, and what matters is talent and luck.
That Xuejue was able to receive the inheritance from the Blood God Altar and successfully become a Blood Son, no matter in terms of strength or talent and luck, he should not be underestimated.
Now that the other party came to seek refuge here by mistake, isn't it an explanation of luck.
He entered this sea area, and he must have discovered the blood kun inheritance. If he gets the inheritance, his strength will definitely increase, and it will be even more difficult to kill him at that time.
"Yes, we must find him immediately." A cold light flashed in Xue Lide's eyes, and he nodded immediately.
It hates the blood **** avatar now, how could it watch the other party enter the inheritance.
The leader of the dark species of the blood race breathed a sigh of relief, and finally persuaded these guys. It was really afraid that they would ignore them for the sake of inheritance. At that time, it might really not be able to explain to the **** demon.
This scenario is not impossible.
After all, for the inheritance of the blood kun, it is estimated that the demon-level existences of the major clans will show up at that time, and the blood-destroyed demon may not be able to do anything to them.
A few high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species didn't talk nonsense anymore, they all slapped their chests suddenly, spit out a blood arrow, and then used some means to turn the blood arrow into a streamer, galloping away with the information, and in a blink of an eye disappeared in front of them.
This is a kind of secret communication method of the blood race, which can carry certain information through the blood and pass it on to the existence of the same bloodline of the same race, which is quite convenient and practical.
It's just that not everyone can master this secret technique. Only the upper echelons of the blood clan are qualified to use it, and ordinary people have no chance to touch it.
Shhhhhhh...
Streams of **** light rushed out of the mist, galloped in all directions, and quickly disappeared into the sky.
at the same time.
In the farther sea area, you can also see the beam of light that broke through the blood fog and rushed straight to the starry sky above your head. Many creatures in the sea of undead blood and the blood race who entered the sea of undead blood were alarmed.
"That's... the direction where the Blood Kun Sea Territory is located?!"
"This kind of momentum, could it be that the inheritance of Xue Kun has reappeared?"
"Quickly, quickly, notify the geniuses of our race and rush over immediately, and don't let the geniuses of other races take the lead."
"This blood kun inheritance belongs to my blood clan, and no one can take it away."
One after another figures looked at the blood-red beam of light one after another, and without any hesitation, they all rushed towards the direction of the beam of light.
The temptation of the Blood Kun inheritance is too great, no one can refuse.
Even some powerful star beasts in the undead blood sea are rushing towards the sea of blood kun. The inheritance of the blood kun is a huge opportunity for the star beasts. If they can get the original blood left by the blood kun, maybe It is of great benefit to obtain a trace of its blood power to transform and sublimate oneself.
There are countless star beasts in the sea of undead blood, and now they are gathering towards the sea of blood kun, what a huge momentum.
Huge waves were set off in a large area of the sea, rolling and rising into the sky, as if a tsunami had occurred.
Even some supreme emperor-level and even respect-level star beasts appeared.
They have to fight for opportunities for their younger generations. Otherwise, if only geniuses go there, they may be blocked by old immortals of other races. Even if they get the inheritance, they may not be able to take it with them.
Located somewhere in the sea of undead blood, a ray of blood galloped from a distance, suddenly submerged into the sea, and disappeared.
After a while, under the bottom of the sea, a figure sitting cross-legged suddenly opened his eyes, a blood-red light flashed in his eyes, looking at the **** light rushing straight, his heart couldn't help but move.
"The secret method of communication in the family? What happened?"
It didn't move at all, allowing the blood-red streamer to come in front of it and sink into the center of its eyebrows.
"The blood kun inheritance was born?!"
The next moment, the figure suddenly stood up and laughed loudly:
"Hahaha, good! I finally waited for this day."
boom!
The surface of the sea suddenly exploded, and there were huge waves. This figure rushed out from the bottom of the sea, exuding a strong smell of blood.
It has a pair of wings like a blood crow on its back, and under the slow stirring, the terrifying airflow rolls back around, and all the blood waves rolling around are suppressed.
"Blood Kun Inheritance, here I come!"
In an instant, it locked its position, flapping its wings behind its back, turning into a stream of light, and heading straight for the blood-red beam of light.
On the other side, on an island located in the sea of undead blood, a phantom of a blood-red giant python is entwined on a mountain, and is spitting out blood mist. Wisps of scarlet power around it sink into its giant mouth, making its breath Gradually grow up.
Suddenly, a **** light galloped from a distance and shot straight into the giant python's head.
"Blood Kun Inheritance!"
A hoarse voice came out of the giant python's mouth, and slowly echoed on the mountain peak.
boom!
The next moment, the giant python also turned into a blood-red streamer, galloping away towards the distance.
On the surface of a certain sea area, a huge phantom of a blood wolf was confronting a huge sea monster. The atmosphere on both sides was tense and swords were on the brink.
The blood wolf's scarlet pupils stared at the sea monster coldly and ferociously, full of indifference, without the slightest fear.
Just when the two sides were about to break out a battle, a beam of light galloped from a distance and sank into the head of the blood wolf.
"The inheritance of Xue Kun was born?! Interesting!"
A magnetic voice came from the mouth of the blood wolf, with a hint of interest.
Roar!
The sea monster roared, and when the blood wolf was distracted, it rushed towards it, roaring in its mouth, and a dark red beam of light burst out from its mouth.
"I don't have time to play with you."
The blood wolf looked up, a voice came out of his mouth, and then he took a step very gracefully.
boom!
The sea monster's attack instantly landed on the blood wolf's body, obliterating it completely.
However
boom!
The next moment, the figure of the blood wolf appeared again, falling from the sky, hitting the sea monster's head, and a wolf claw stepped forward, holding down the sea monster's head.
Boom!
The sea monster's head burst open like a watermelon in an instant, and he died on the spot.
The blood-colored giant wolf let out a chuckle, opened its mouth wide, strands of scarlet blood floated out of the sea monster's body, and was sucked into its belly.
Nice taste!
The blood wolf smacked its mouth, and with a light step on its feet, it turned into a blood-red streamer and disappeared in place.
There are many similar scenes in various places in the sea of undead blood. Those blood race dark species who received the news all rushed to the blood kun sea area.
A battle over the inheritance of the blood kun is inevitable, and the storm is coming.
In the Blood Kun Sea Territory.
After the news came out, the eight high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species immediately rushed to the direction guided by the original blood.
Now that the blood **** avatar has entered the blood kun sea area, there is no other place to escape, just like a turtle in a urn.
"The inheritance has already started!"
Here, Wang Teng also looked at the blood-red beam of light, his face full of helplessness.
The inheritance was finally opened ahead of schedule, and he couldn't wait for him to get rid of those high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species.
But this is also impossible.
It is impossible for everything to go according to his expectations, which is an uncontrollable factor.
"We must hurry up, I feel that they are very close."
Wang Teng's eyes flickered for a moment, and he and the blood **** avatar immediately speeded up the formation.
There are still 300 runes left that have not been inscribed, which is not much, but in this race against time, the 300 runes are likely to be the key to life and death.
Yuan Gungun on the side held his breath even more, not daring to take a breath for fear of disturbing Wang Teng.
Two hundred and eighty!
Two hundred and fifty!
Two hundred and thirty!
One hundred and ninety!
The number of runes is decreasing, and the formation is becoming more and more perfect, but this is the formation in Wang Teng's eyes. He has an overview of the overall situation, as if the invisible formation is in his eyes,
But outsiders can't see it for the time being, let alone imagine that he has already set up a terrifying holy-level killing array in this vast sea area!
boom!
Suddenly there was a roaring sound in the distance, getting closer, getting closer, and with a terrifying momentum, it swept over.
"Blood Jue, your time of death has arrived!"
A burst of shouts rolled over, echoing over the sea of blood, and even the surrounding blood evil spirit was dispelled a lot.
Yuan Gungun and Bingdisi's expressions changed slightly, and they turned their heads to look into the distance.
Faintly, several figures could be seen approaching rapidly.
There was a strong red light emitting from their bodies, which was particularly glaring in the blood mist.
"Wang Teng!" Yuan Gungun and Bingdisi immediately looked at Wang Teng.
But Wang Teng and the blood **** clone seemed not to hear it, and they were engraving the last rune intently.
One after another, the complex and mysterious runes moved with his mental power, and quietly fell, turning into a huge formation phantom around him. Each rune was connected and intertwined to form a whole.
One hundred runes!
Ninety runes!
Seventy runes!
As time passed by, the eight dark blood races were getting closer and closer, coming in menacingly.
boom!
They made a move, feeling that the distance was close enough to kill the blood **** clone.
A series of original force attacks turned into fist prints, palm prints, claw prints, etc., roaring towards the direction where Wang Teng and the blood **** clone were.
But what is surprising is that the blood **** avatar and Wang Teng still didn't move at all, and they didn't even hide for a moment. They stared at the void in front of them without blinking, and spiritual power surged out from their brows, Carve runes into the void.
Yuan Gun Gun and Bing Disi were extremely nervous, with horrified eyes, but they also knew that they were of no help here at the moment, so they finally gritted their teeth and disappeared in an instant.
If they were seen by those high-ranking devil-level dark species, they would inevitably become suspicious.
"Hahaha, die..."
The eight high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species broke through the heavy fog. They sensed that the blood **** clone was still standing motionless, thinking that he had no way to escape, and immediately burst into laughter.
At this moment, the aura of the blood **** avatar and the main body are completely the same, so that even these high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species did not notice the existence of Wang Teng himself.
But even if he sensed it, he probably wouldn't care.
Because at this time, in their eyes, the blood **** avatar is bound to die, no matter whether there are other people present, they just need to be bombarded to death.
boom! boom! boom
In the end, all the attacks fell, drowning the blood **** clone and Wang Teng at the same time, stirring up a large amount of blood-red sea water in that sea area, and the waves were monstrous.
"do you died?!"
The eight high-ranking devil-level blood race dark species slowly stopped and appeared in this area. The process was surprisingly smooth, which made them feel unreal.
After all, the Blood Jue had chased them all the way before, and even tricked them twice. Once, they were entangled by the extremely imperial sword blood fish, causing them to be injured, and once again, they were poisoned with the extremely complicated toxin Although it is not fatal, it is really disgusting and suffocating.
Such a person was killed so easily, they would naturally feel a little unbelievable.
A few high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species even felt a sense of loss.
They haven't seen the appearance of the **** man begging for mercy temporarily, and they always feel that they are at a big loss.
If I had known that I should have acted softly just now, so that he could still breathe, and finally tortured him to death, only then could they let out a sigh of relief in their hearts.
"I didn't expect him to die at our hands without even using the Blood God Altar. It doesn't seem too difficult." Xue Lide said.
"That's right, this kid was able to deflate the Bloody Demon Venerable before, probably because he took advantage of the talent test stone platform to unleash the power of the Blood God Altar. After all, he is at the lower Demon Emperor level." nodded.
"It's a pity. After all, he is a generation of arrogant people. Find out where his body is. His body is very valuable."
The leader of the upper demon emperor level dark species shook his head, and then there was a hint of greed and hotness in his eyes, and said to the other dark species.
"Yes, the corpse with the body of the blood **** may be able to extract some valuable original blood." Xue Lide chuckled.
"This time, several of our big clans have a share." Another dark blood race also said with a smile.
Looking at the turbulent waves in front of them, several high-ranking demon king-level blood race dark species all felt better, and began to discuss the ownership of the blood **** avatar.
"Don't you think it's too beautiful?"
At this time, an extremely flat voice suddenly came from the void in front of him.
"Not dead?" Those high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species couldn't help being stunned, and then laughed grinningly: "It's just not dead, let me wait and greet you."
"Come out, boy, if you die so easily, we will feel very boring." Xue Lide sneered.
"Yeah?"
A chuckle came from the void, and the tumbling waves below suddenly froze, as if being shackled by some kind of force.
Immediately, under the gazes of those high-ranking demon emperors, a figure slowly emerged, it was the blood **** avatar.
And Wang Teng himself has already returned to the devouring space.
"You actually dodged our attack?"
The leader of the high-level demon emperor-level dark species stared closely at the blood **** clone, seeing that he was unscathed, his pupils shrank suddenly, and he couldn't help but said in a deep voice.
"How about it, is it a surprise? Is it a surprise?" The blood gods glanced at the eight-headed demon emperor and said with a faint smile.
"..."
The corners of the mouths of the high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species couldn't help twitching.
This **** kid looks a bit skinny.
However, he is quite courageous, and he is not afraid at all in the face of their high-ranking demon emperor-level existences, and he still has the intention to joke there.
With such a mind, even if they have seen many geniuses, they can't help being a little surprised.
Being able to become a blood son, this blood sword really has something extraordinary, which is beyond comparison.
"It's funny, you guys have been chasing me for so long, but it's the first time we've met." The Blood God clone said with a smile.
"How did you find out that we were following you?" The leader of the high-ranking devil-level blood race dark species asked suddenly, raising his eyebrows.
"Guess." The Blood God clone tilted its head, looked at it, and said.
"..." The corners of the eyes of the high-ranking devil-level blood race dark species headed by him twitched, and there was an urge to hit someone. Why does this kid always speak so annoyingly?
Every sentence makes people extremely easy to get angry.
"Hmph! Talk nonsense to him, take him down directly, no matter how he knows, he will not escape death today." Xue Lide said coldly with indifferent eyes.
"This old ancestor has such a big tone." The blood **** clone smiled softly: "Do you really think you can kill me?"
"Boy, I admit that your strength and talent are very good, very amazing, but unfortunately, you have no room for growth, if you want to complain, blame you for being born in the lower realm, you have touched the interests of too many people, otherwise you will be able to do well If you continue to grow up, you will definitely become one of the most powerful members of my blood clan in the future." Xue Lide said lightly.
"Are you so-called thirteen clans amazing?" Blood God clone asked disdainfully.
"Presumptuous! My thirteen clans are not something you can speculate on your own." Hearing this, a blood-blooded dark species couldn't help shouting in a cold voice.
"Hehe, but that's all. Before I came, the geniuses of the thirteen clans were all rubbish. No wonder compared with other dark races, the blood clan didn't have any geniuses. It turns out that you short-sighted people can't tolerate The existence of other geniuses is really pathetic! It's ridiculous!" The blood **** clone said lightly with a hint of sarcasm on his face.
"What did you say?!" Hearing the words, the eight-headed demon emperor-level dark species suddenly became angry from embarrassment, and shouted loudly.
"Don't understand? I said you are all scum in a group of blood races." The blood **** clone sneered.
"court death!"
"presumptuous!"
"I have no respect for elders, my blood family can't tolerate you!"
All the demon emperor-level dark species above were furious, and those scarlet and cold eyes stared at Wang Teng, as if they wanted to tear him into pieces.
"It's really sharp and sharp, but it's a pity that no matter how hard you struggle, you will die today. Your words are just the last groan before death, and it will only add to the joke."
The leader of the blood race dark species suddenly smiled and said.
Hearing the words, the other high-ranking devil-level dark species all calmed down, and looked at the blood **** clone with sarcasm.
That's true, now that the other party is mortal, why should they get angry with a mortal man.
On the contrary, the more the other party talked, the more afraid of death I was afraid of.
"Are you afraid?" Xue Lide sneered.
"I'm scared?" The blood **** avatar seemed to hear something extremely funny, and couldn't help laughing: "Hahaha... do you really think so?"
The eight-headed vampire dark species couldn't help frowning, this kid doesn't seem to be scared?
"Stop talking nonsense and kill him."
The muscles on the face of the leader of the high-ranking demon king-level dark species twitched, and finally couldn't help it, and said coldly.
boom! boom! boom
As soon as the words fell, a powerful momentum erupted from the eight-headed high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species, crushing towards the blood **** clone.
At the same time, they each took out a blood-red flag, and with a flash of their figures, they surrounded the Blood God avatar.
"Boy, in order to deal with you, we even brought this blood soul banner. Your blood **** altar can no longer be effective." The leader of the blood race, the dark species, sneered.
"Blood Soul Banner?!" The Blood God clone frowned, secretly looking at the blood-red banner, faintly sensed a special force from above, but didn't know what it was for?
The few high-ranking Demon King-level dark species were extremely cautious. Seeing that the blood **** clone was still alive, they immediately used the blood-red flags in their hands, for fear that he would use the blood **** altar.
boom!
Only a roar was heard, and blood red light erupted from the blood soul banner, and the eight high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species threw the banner in their hands casually, making it float above their heads.
Immediately, a series of complicated and mysterious blood-red runes lit up on the blood soul flag, densely scattered all over the flag, linked together like chains.
The next moment, these runes broke free from the banner and turned into a barrier in the void, separating this place from the outside world.
"Barrier?!" The Blood God clone frowned, feeling a bit stunned: "So, this barrier blocks the source blood from the outside world, making it completely impossible for me to use the Blood God altar?"
"These dark blood races are really cautious. They even came up with this way to prevent me from using the blood **** altar."
"It's a pity that they didn't expect it at all. I made two preparations this time."
"The Blood God Altar is powerful, but it needs too much original blood, and it takes a lot of time to accumulate. If it is really in a life-and-death crisis, it will be impossible to play a role."
"Now that there is a Blood Fiend Rain Killing Formation, there is no need to use the Blood God Altar to borrow the power of Blood Fiend here."
"Blood, let's die." The leader of the blood race, the dark species, laughed.
The blood **** avatar had a strange expression on his face, and said, "I told you, you guys are too happy."
"What do you mean?" Xue Lide frowned.
It's obviously a deadly game, why is this **** game still so calm?
This made several high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species faintly feel that something was wrong.
"it means"
The blood **** avatar said, paused for a moment, and then slowly said: "I have prepared a big gift for you, this time it is a real big gift."
boom!
As soon as the words fell, he stepped on his feet, and the surrounding void suddenly vibrated, the roar resounded, and the endless light suddenly lit up.
In that ray of light, one after another of runes spread rapidly towards the surroundings, passing through the barrier in a blink of an eye.
Then, under the horrified gazes of several high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species, an extremely huge formation slowly rose up, wrapped them, and included the enchantment.
If this enchantment is outside the formation, it may still have a certain impact on the formation, but now it is within the coverage of the formation, and it will not exert much effect at all.
Boom!
In an instant, the rich dark red blood evil spirit violently rolled up, forming an invisible murderous intent, permeating the entire formation.
"Blood Fiend Rain Killing Formation, please appreciate it, ancestors!"
The blood **** clone said lightly.
"..."
The eight blood-blooded dark species had completely lost their ability to think. They couldn't turn their heads and looked up stiffly. Their eyes were full of horror, and even a layer of cold sweat broke out on their foreheads.
"Holy Formation!???"
The leader of the blood race, the dark species, only felt dry mouth for a while, swallowed a mouthful of saliva with difficulty, and spit out these four words.
"Congratulations, you got it."
The voice of the blood **** avatar echoed from within the formation, as if it was coming from all directions.
"Holy Formation!"
"How can this be?"
"How can there be a holy formation here?!"
The few high-ranking demon emperor-level dark species were so horrified that they couldn't accept it at all, and they couldn't believe that this was a holy-level formation cast by the blood **** avatar.
That's a holy formation!
How could a lower demon emperor level be a holy rune formation mage?
This is so ridiculous!
And when they looked at the blood **** ~, they were even more horrified to find that the blood **** avatar had disappeared in front of them without knowing when.
Their enchantment is simply a tasteless one.
"You are a holy-level rune formation mage?!" The leader of the blood race, the dark species, suppressed the shock in his heart and lost his voice.
"Guess!" The voice of the Blood God clone came slowly, there were only three words, exactly the same as before, making people want to vomit blood so depressed.
The eight-headed demon king-level dark species all feel crazy. They really want to hear him admit it from the other party, because it is too amazing and unbelievable, but the other party just doesn't say it, so they have no choice , My heart feels like countless ants are crawling, extremely uncomfortable.
"Do you have any last words?" The Blood God clone asked lightly, ignoring their surprise.
"You!" The eight-headed demon emperor-level dark species were all shocked and angry. At this moment, the situation was completely reversed.
I thought they were hunters, but found out that they were someone else's prey, and they ran into a trap set by others. This is really ridiculous!