Guixu Immortal Kingdom

Chapter 56 Amplification of Magic Runes

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He was genuinely envious.

In just two or three days, he quickly grew from an ordinary person into a cultivator, successfully refining his skin and condensing magic patterns, even the lowest level snake patterns. This was still considered to have completely crossed the threshold of skin refining. This threshold had blocked countless people, but he had personally witnessed someone break through it in just a few days.

It was a real challenge to his soul.

When he broke through to the Serpent Pattern stage, it took him much longer and consumed far more resources, which still pains him to this day.

He knew very well that cultivation was not just a matter of talent, but also a matter of resources. He also realized that back in the initial land, Ji Tianhao and his group had formed a small team and slaughtered many snakes. The number of Creation Orbs they obtained was far beyond imagination. They still had a large number of Creation Orbs in their hands. Otherwise, where would they get the resources to cultivate?

In his understanding, the Mighty Bull Fist was merely a Xuan-level skin-refining technique, most likely only capable of producing snake patterns before reaching a limit. Anyone who could master skin-refining techniques in a short time was a genius anywhere. How could one be satisfied with merely condensing snake patterns? That would be a waste of a genius, a degradation of their talent.

He possesses higher-level techniques for refining skin.

Don't forget, he is also a cultivator in the Skin Refining sequence, who has condensed python patterns, and his cultivation techniques have all reached at least the Profound Rank.

Liang Hongguang wasn't too concerned about cultivation techniques. Cultivation was part of the process, but the most important thing was resources. You could cultivate techniques, I could cultivate techniques, everyone could cultivate techniques, but resources were not easy to obtain. If he could exchange them for some Creation Orbs, it would definitely be a sure thing.

"Oh, I wonder what kind of skin-refining techniques Chief Liang has. If they are suitable, it might be worthwhile to switch them."

Ji Tianhao also showed a hint of curiosity.

He also possessed more advanced skin-refining techniques, but he hadn't used them before, such as Iron Shirt, Iron Armor Technique, and Copper Armor Technique. These required specific conditions to cultivate, the most important being external assistance and the participation of outsiders.

Now, with the successful refinement of the skin and the formation of serpent patterns, the original conditions have been completely eliminated. He can now independently cultivate these techniques, so there's no need for other skin-refining techniques—at least not at the Xuan-level, as the Copper Armor Technique is already a Xuan-level technique.

“I have a Xuan-level skin-refining technique called Wild Ox Body Tempering Fist, which can be used to temper the skin membrane, allowing the magic patterns to transform into python patterns and possess the strength of a thousand jin. It should be of the same lineage as your Wild Ox Mighty Fist, and can be connected to support your continued cultivation. With your aptitude, it would be a loss if you were to stop at the snake pattern because of the technique.”

Liang Hongguang said with a smile.

This technique is indeed quite good; it can be seamlessly integrated with the Wild Bull Mighty Fist for further cultivation, making it a natural progression. He was also confident that Ji Tianhao would be interested in it.

"Is it just a Xuan-rank technique? If so, I'm afraid I'm not very interested. I already have a Xuan-rank skin-refining technique. Next, I just need to follow the steps to start a new cultivation. This Wild Ox Body Tempering Fist might be good, but it's not necessary. I'll offer you a Creation Light Orb. If you're willing, we can exchange it; if not, then forget it."

Ji Tianhao immediately stated his position.

"Exchange, even just one."

Upon hearing this, a strange light flashed in Liang Hongguang's eyes.

I had no doubts about what he said.

With a sufficient number of Creation Orbs, as long as luck is on your side, you can obtain all sorts of cultivation techniques, including the Profound-level Skin Refining Technique, which is perfectly normal. Before, you were just gambling that you hadn't actually obtained it yet. Now that you have it, the value of the cultivation techniques you have is not so high.

The same principle applies to the practice: it's important if you say it's important, and it's not important if you say it's not.

Unless it's a top-tier cultivation technique that reaches the Heavenly Rank, allowing one to directly cultivate dragon patterns—that's priceless, its value is completely different. Therefore, low-grade cultivation techniques are unimportant. Yellow-rank and Profound-rank techniques can be considered worthless; only Earth-rank techniques have truly high value.

He didn't feel he was losing out by exchanging a cultivation technique that was no longer useful for a Creation Orb.

You have to understand, if you're lucky enough, you can find rare treasures and even a celestial scripture within the sphere of creation. In that case, only a fool wouldn't trade for it.

Moreover, it is absolutely worthwhile to befriend someone like Ji Tianhao, who is clearly a cultivation genius.

The two quickly completed the transaction.

Liang Hongguang obtained another Creation Orb, and Ji Tianhao acquired a new Profound-Rank Skin Refining Technique, which is still connected to the Savage Bull Mighty Fist. This was an unexpected surprise. Even if he couldn't use it in the future, it could still serve as a legacy, and its value was quite considerable.

It's just a matter of a single sphere of creation.

This involves too much gambling. It could just be some ordinary materials.

"Ji Tianhao is no ordinary person. His cultivation speed is really fast. We can estimate how long it will take for the fastest person on our side to take the first step."

Cai Honglong was also envious when he saw this.

“Among us, you are probably the fastest cultivator. Your talent is a physical talent, which enhances your cultivation. You follow the bone forging sequence and cultivate the Xuan-rank technique ‘Hun Yuan Bone Forging Scripture,’ which can forge python patterns. No one else can compare to you, even those with physical talents cannot catch up.”

Lin Fang spoke up.

Cai Honglong possesses the talent for gigantification, a talent that can be applied to any realm, enhancing everything from muscles and bones to internal organs. This often results in twice the results with half the effort in cultivation; the boost from talent is simply unreasonable. In a sense, this makes him a genius in cultivation. "With the aid of Qi-refining pills, I estimate it will take about a month to condense the magic runes. Currently, his combat power mainly relies on his talent. I really don't know how Ji Tianhao cultivates; could his natal puppet possibly nourish its master?"

Cai Honglong shook his head and said.

In terms of cultivation, he had to admit that he was somewhat inferior.

This person's cultivation is like that of livestock; he breaks through in just two or three days. How can anyone compare to him?

"No matter what, he is a fellow countryman who arrived in the same batch as us. His breakthrough also means that our strength has increased by one point. In comparison, it is ultimately a good thing."

Lin Fang said with a smile.

I've witnessed far too much death these past few days. One by one, familiar comrades and fellow soldiers have fallen. Deep down, who doesn't yearn for strength? Even if you can't do it yourself, seeing those around you do it is a good feeling.

This at least proves that they are not bad.

"Let's eat first, then pack our things, everyone get ready to leave."

With the order issued, preparations began as soon as possible.

Ji Tianhao's meals were prepared by one of the surviving chefs from the hotel. All he had to do was provide breakfast, two bottles of water, and two kilograms of rice. That was a reasonable amount.

In exchange for a well-prepared, delicious breakfast, it's definitely worth the trade.

Anyway, Ji Tianhao felt it was all worthwhile as he drank the seafood porridge and ate the large steamed dumplings.

After finishing their meal and organizing their supplies, the camp continued its advance.

However, another group of people were unable to keep up with the group and remained permanently on this land.

Unconsciously, the living have become familiar with death. There may be sadness, but it will not affect the journey ahead.

"Life is unpredictable, and you never know who will stay with you until the end. Those who are meant to leave cannot be kept."

Qi Lin sighed, "Smoke is the best. It will never leave me, it will never betray me. It is my best partner."

As he spoke, he took out a pipe, pinched some tobacco from the pouch, carefully put it into the pipe, took out a box of matches, struck one lightly, and lit the tobacco. Sparks appeared in the pipe, but no smoke was visible.

The smoke was all over him; it went in but never came out. Smoke was his life, his sustenance!
"I don't know what dangers we'll encounter today. I'm going to do some more training here with Baxia. You've already mastered the skin-refining technique and condensed snake patterns. I don't want to fall too far behind."

As soon as they set off, Hu Youni immediately climbed onto Baxia's back, gave a shout, and began to cultivate.

There is no doubt that this reflects a sense of urgency.

If no one had broken through, there wouldn't be much of a rush, but Ji Tianhao's breakthrough made the contrast immediately apparent, so of course people were a little anxious. Seeing that they had started to set off, they no longer hesitated and went directly to Baxia's side to prepare for cultivation.

Ji Tianhao smiled at this, pleased to see it happen. In any case, cultivation is not a bad thing, and it's even less of a bad thing when resources are available.

At the same time, attention also turned to the Guixu Watch, whose attributes had changed with this breakthrough.

Ji Tianhao

Age: 26
Life: Black Iron Rank [Life Field]

Realm: Skin Refining Realm [Snake Pattern]

Magic Mark: First-level snake mark [Increases strength by 100 jin]

Talent: Black Hole Gemini
Precision: 5 [The standard for the average adult population is 1]

Air: 5 [Standard for ordinary adults is 1]

God: 9 [The standard for a normal adult human is 1]

Cultivation Techniques: Black Hole Breathing Technique [Beginner 78/100] Chaos Jade Cauldron Visualization Technique [Beginner 24/100]

Skill: Bull Mighty Fist [Beginner 88/100].
"Among essence, qi, and spirit, essence increased by 1 point, qi increased by 2 points, and spirit increased by 1 point, condensing into magic patterns. This indeed represents the evolution of life. Although it is not a leap in life, it still brings great benefits. The increase in essence means the increase in one's own strength and physique. The increase in qi means the growth of qi and blood, which is the accumulation of energy in the body. The increase in spirit is spiritual power, the growth of the soul, which is equally important. The evolution of life is comprehensive."

Ji Tianhao pondered silently, sensing the changes within his body.

(End of this chapter)