txolops Chapter 294 Avatar
Chapter 294 Avatar
Upon hearing this, Luo Ming was taken aback at first, then gave a wry smile.
However, Tianjing Sanren's words did make sense. The illusion-breaking ability of the Golden Light Divine Eye was indeed very useful, especially when exploring secret realms and dealing with treacherous opponents. Moreover, he possessed Geng Essence Qi, which might make his cultivation twice as effective.
"Senior's Golden Light Divine Eye is naturally excellent as well," Luo Ming said with a smile. "However, one should not bite off more than one can chew. Moreover, some of the functions of Senior's divine abilities are similar to my Qianyang Fire Eye. After leaving the Void Heaven Palace, I will only slightly comprehend the Thunder Fusion True Technique. Only when I reach the Nascent Soul realm will I carefully comprehend the other divine abilities."
He knew that the more supernatural abilities he had, the better, but his most pressing task was to advance to the Nascent Soul stage. Only when he reached the Nascent Soul stage and had enough means to protect himself would he have the spare energy to learn other new supernatural abilities, since a cultivator's experience was ultimately limited.
"Hmm, that's fine too." Tianjing Sanren hummed in satisfaction and said no more.
Luo Ming carefully put away the two jade slips and then checked his injuries and energy expenditure. He had only consumed some more qi and blood, but fortunately, the powerful vitality and recovery ability of his wood-attribute spiritual body were rapidly taking effect. With the healing pills he had prepared beforehand, he should be almost fully recovered before entering the inner hall.
He carefully put away the gray jade slip containing the "Illusory Mind Eye," feeling extremely satisfied with the gains he had made on this trip. Two top-tier divine abilities were enough to significantly enhance his strength. If he were to master the Thunder Fusion True Technique, he would have another means to threaten Nascent Soul cultivators.
"The first two were so extraordinary, this last one... shouldn't disappoint me either, right?" With a hint of anticipation and curiosity, Luo Ming probed the cyan jade slip he had obtained from the "most inconspicuous" light sphere with his divine sense.
At first, what flooded into his consciousness was a rather obscure passage about how to use exquisite consciousness and magical power to manipulate and conjure various forms, auras, and even simulate simple spiritual pressure, called "Mysterious Purification Qi Transformation Technique".
"The Profound Purity Transformation Technique?" Luo Ming raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised. "This seems to be just an auxiliary secret technique for manipulating magical power and simulating illusions? Although it is exquisite and can greatly enhance the precise control over magical power and the ability to disguise and transform, and has miraculous effects in certain situations, it doesn't seem worthy of being kept on the second floor of the Scripture Pavilion, does it?"
He patiently continued to "flip through" the jade slip. The information in the jade slip was not presented all at once, but rather progressed layer by layer, with the content becoming increasingly profound and difficult to understand as he read on.
Gradually, his expression changed from confusion to surprise, and then from surprise to shock!
"This...this is not just an illusion technique! This is...an unparalleled secret technique for refining, differentiating, and controlling avatars!" Luo Ming's heart was filled with shock!
It turns out that the first half of the "Mysterious Purity Transformation Technique," which deals with the techniques of manipulating magical power and simulating aura, was merely laying the foundation and preparing for the core content that followed! Its true essence and value lie in the secret technique of avatar refining recorded in the second half!
According to the description in the jade slip, cultivators need to use their own essence, soul origin, and immense magical power as a guide, combined with several extremely rare natural treasures, and supplemented by the unique refining array and nurturing techniques recorded in this secret technique. It takes a long time to successfully condense an "avatar" that possesses some of their own memories, supernatural powers, and even combat consciousness!
The most incredible aspect of this secret technique is that it can create more than just one avatar. Theoretically, if sufficient resources are provided and the enormous consumption and risks of splitting the divine soul's essence and blood essence can be withstood, up to three avatars can be created simultaneously!
Moreover, once these three avatars are cultivated to their fullest potential, each of them can possess about 50% of the original's strength! Even more astonishing is that the three avatars are of one mind and cooperate seamlessly. If they can form a special battle formation to fight together, their combined combat power may even surpass that of the original!
"Three avatars possessing half the strength of the original? If the three join forces, their combat power surpasses that of the original?" Luo Ming's breathing quickened slightly. Didn't this mean that if he mastered this technique, he would essentially have three like-minded "selves" as allies?
Whether it's combat, exploration, carrying out special missions, or guarding the cave and restraining enemies, it will have an unimaginable advantage! This is simply a heaven-defying skill that allows one person to multiply into four!
He couldn't help but recall the painful experience he had back on Red Sand Island, when he was chased relentlessly by two Blood Demon incarnations sent by that Nascent Soul cultivator, leaving him with nowhere to run or hide. In the end, he had to use all his trump cards to finally kill him.
Those two avatars were already so troublesome. If he could also possess such avatars, and even cultivate three at once...
However, when he saw the final step of refining the avatar—"dividing the mind and focusing the thoughts to shape the avatar"—his excitement was instantly dampened, as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over it.
"So... it actually requires Nascent Soul stage cultivation to cultivate the final step?" Luo Ming's face showed deep regret and resentment. It felt like seeing a mountain of gold in front of him, but realizing he didn't have the key to open the vault.
"Alas, I have a treasure mountain to visit, but cannot enter it!"
He sighed, but quickly adjusted his mindset. The path of cultivation is long and arduous, and opportunities cannot be forced. To receive the inheritance of such a heaven-defying secret technique ahead of time is already an immense stroke of luck. Nascent Soul stage… he believed he would reach it sooner or later, and it wouldn't be too late to cultivate then.
"Don't bite off more than you can chew. Right now, the 'True Technique of Thunder Fusion' and the 'Illusory Mind Eye' are enough for me to cultivate diligently for a long time. The first half of the 'Mysterious Purity Qi Transformation Technique,' which deals with the methods of precise control of magical power and transformation, can be practiced first. It is not only practical, but it can also lay the foundation for refining avatars in the future." Luo Ming made up his mind and stopped worrying about it.
He carefully put away the three jade slips and kept them close to his body.
The trip to the Sutra Repository was so fruitful that it far exceeded his most optimistic expectations before entering the Void Heaven Palace.
If it weren't for the fact that there was a great treasure waiting for him ahead, which would be of great use to his future ascension to the Spirit Realm, Luo Ming really wanted to take Yuan Yao to a secluded place where no one could find him and cultivate in seclusion, so that he could reach the Nascent Soul stage in one go before coming out!
"It's a pity, such an opportunity is rare and cannot be missed. That thing... we must fight for it!" A determined look flashed in Luo Ming's eyes.
He composed himself, calming his emotions from the immense gains, and began to check his condition. His injuries had stabilized thanks to the elixirs and the Wood Spirit Body, restoring him to about 60% of his former strength. Time was of the essence; he couldn't linger here.
He stood up and pushed open the seemingly ordinary stone door of the stone chamber, which was actually covered with restrictions.
Outside the door, instead of the expected grand hall or complex passageway, there was a straight, deep, square bluestone passageway that could only allow two people to pass side by side.
The walls on both sides of the passage were as smooth as mirrors, with a faint shimmering light, exuding a strange atmosphere that was both tranquil and eerie, making people unconsciously relax.
At the end of the passage, there was a soft, hazy glow that seemed to be constantly changing colors, making it impossible to see the specific details.
"The entrance to the Wonderful Illusionary Realm..." Luo Ming's pupils contracted slightly as he muttered to himself. He naturally knew that after passing the "Treasure Selection" stage, all cultivators would be teleported to this independent area, and the passage ahead was the only path to the next level—the Wonderful Illusionary Realm.
Luo Ming had limited knowledge of this wondrous illusion, only knowing that it was not a directly dangerous place, but rather an invisible illusion designed to test a cultivator's Dao heart, divine consciousness, and even the deepest obsessions, desires, and fears.
Once trapped in it, at best one will lose their way and waste a lot of time; at worst, one's Dao heart will be damaged, one's soul will be injured, and one may even be forever trapped in the illusion woven by one's own inner demons, unable to extricate oneself.
This kind of intangible and formless danger, which strikes directly at the soul, is far more troublesome and alarming for Luo Ming than the direct confrontation with the Fire Lizard King in the lava lake. No matter how dangerous the battle, it is tangible and can always be dealt with. But this illusion is impossible to defend against, and it tests one's most fundamental mental cultivation and spiritual strength.
"With my current spiritual strength, I am no weaker than an ordinary early-stage Nascent Soul cultivator. Moreover, I have the protective power of the Qianyang Fire Eye, which can suppress evil spirits, stabilize my mind, and see through some illusions. Logically speaking, I should be able to face ordinary illusions without fear."
Luo Ming pondered, "But this is the Void Heaven Palace. The fact that this 'Extremely Wonderful Illusion' is listed as a separate trial means it's no ordinary place. I need to be extremely careful."
He pondered for a moment, then quietly transmitted his thoughts to Tianjing Sanren in his sea of consciousness, asking, "Senior, I have a question. If I enter that illusion and become deeply entangled, unable to extricate myself... will the part of your soul residing in my sea of consciousness be affected? Or... do you have any means to awaken me when I am trapped?"
This question is of utmost importance. On one hand, he wants to know if Tianjing Sanren, a former late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, has any experience or special methods for dealing with such illusions.
Within his sea of consciousness, the Heavenly Mirror Hermit remained silent for a moment, seemingly pondering the question carefully. After a long while, his aged yet steady voice slowly resounded:
"Young man, you've hit the nail on the head. This part of my remnant soul is now connected to your soul by a special contract, which can be considered 'symbiotic' in a sense, but you have the power to control it. Theoretically, if you get trapped in the illusion and can't extricate yourself, this part of my soul will also be involved, feeling the same way, and unable to remain unaffected."
He abruptly changed the subject, his tone brimming with powerful confidence and a hint of arrogance: "However, you needn't worry too much. After all, I was once a late-stage Nascent Soul cultivator, having weathered countless storms. My willpower and the solidity of my soul are far beyond your imagination. Even now, though only a remnant soul remains, my essence and vision still endure. This illusion of the Void Heaven Palace is indeed wondrous, but to think that I, an existence like myself, could completely succumb and lose myself... heh!"
"Furthermore," Tianjing Sanren added, his voice carrying a meaningful tone.
"Although my Golden Divine Eyes cannot exert their full power due to the remnant of my soul, their ability to dispel illusions, stabilize the mind, and perceive falsehoods has long been deeply ingrained in the very source of my soul. Ordinary illusions are child's play before me. Even if I am implicated, I am confident enough to maintain a sliver of clarity in my mind and not be completely lost."