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Chapter 336: Dustfall Pill, Spirit Nourishing Pill, Chu Kui Challenges Dan Yangzi!
Chapter 336: Dustfall Pill, Spirit Nourishing Pill, Chu Kui Challenges Dan Yangzi!
"Dustfall Pill..."
"What a depressing name!"
In the quiet room, Luo Chen looked at the Second Rank Alchemy Formula in his hand and muttered to himself.
Such a good pill, why name it Dustfall Pill? Don't they know that my name also contains the character 'Chen'?
Although he was complaining, Luo Chen's eyes lit up with excitement as he looked at this Alchemy Formula that had never appeared in the cultivation world before.
This was actually a cultivation-type pill formula!
However, unlike the conventional method of extracting the essence from medicinal ingredients and refining them into a single pill, the Dustfall Pill took a different approach.
The essence of cultivation is to refine essence into energy and energy into spirit. The process of refining essence into energy encompasses the Foundation Establishment, Foundation Establishment Late Stage, and Golden Core stages.
It involves extracting energy from the body's primordial essence, breaking through realms, and ultimately forming the body's Great Pill, known as the Golden Core.
But the human body is weak, far inferior to the myriad races in the world.
How much essence and energy can a mere physical body refine?
Therefore, some wise ancestors of the human race came up with a cultivation method to absorb the stray spiritual energy from the world.
From this perspective, the orthodox cultivation method in the cultivation world has already deviated from the original path of refining essence into energy.
Or, one could say that it still follows this path, but the refinement is not of one's own essence and energy, but rather the essence of the world.
Furthermore, after achieving some success in cultivation, cultivators will naturally condense within their bodies the essence blood that contains essence, energy, and spirit.
Nurturing the physical body!
However, the Dustfall Pill goes against this principle, tracing back to the most fundamental path of refining essence into energy.
After consuming this pill, a large amount of essence and energy will be rapidly extracted from the cultivator's physical body and transformed into spiritual energy.
This will accelerate their cultivation.
Dustfall Pill, Dustfall Pill.
If this pill is consumed for an extended period, the immortal spirit body that has undergone Sinew Marrow Wash will gradually revert to a mortal body.
Hence, it is named the Dustfall Pill.
Looking at it this way, the name is indeed quite fitting.
"Regarding refining essence into energy, I am not unfamiliar with it."
"When the Divine Illumination Evil Annihilation was first created, it utilized the stimulation of Killing Qi to transform blood and energy into spiritual energy, allowing a martial arts master to embark on the path of cultivation."
"These two have a similar yet distinct effect. One utilizes Killing Qi, while the other relies on the power of pills."
"However, the Dustfall Pill is too simplistic and crude, even resembling pills from the demonic path. Prolonged consumption may indeed cause significant damage to a cultivator's physical body."
As Luo Chen muttered to himself, he seemed to envision a cultivator who had been taking this pill for an extended period.
The body that had undergone Sinew Marrow Wash gradually became as weak and frail as an ordinary mortal's.
But he also considered another possibility.
If a cultivator who has already achieved success in body refinement takes this pill, can they maintain their physical body from falling into a dangerous state while accelerating their cultivation?
Luo Chen subconsciously glanced at his attribute panel.
【Realm: Foundation Establishment Stage, 5th Layer (2/100), Blood River Realm (50/100)】
With the Hundred Pulse Connection and his years of practicing the Five Organs Nurturing Fist, he had already completed the Pulse Connection and Organ Refinement minor realms.
If he didn't consider Aperture Opening and Light-Dark Transformation, he had already achieved success in body refinement.
If he were to consume the Dustfall Pill and deplete his foundation in body refinement, how much spiritual energy could he gain? How much could his cultivation realm improve?
If he combined it with other spiritual herbs beneficial for body refinement, such as Golden Jade Liquid and similar pills, could he maintain his physical body?
Luo Chen had no way of knowing the specifics.
Reluctantly, he put away the pill formula into his bag.
Now was not the best time to research this Second Rank pill formula! With his current pill refinement skills, it was impossible to master a Second Rank pill formula within a short time.
Perhaps the Azure Pill Seven Sages had such talent.
But he, at present, certainly did not.
However!
He had the system at his disposal, and with it, he could directly learn the pill formula without much effort.
From this perspective, he was confident of winning the second round of pill refinement.
"Achievement points are hard to come by. Learning a Second Rank pill formula is making the most of my resources. But if I were to spend them on a First Rank pill formula, it would be a waste."
As Luo Chen muttered, he took out the copy of the First Rank pill formula.
He planned to thoroughly research this pill formula during the next half month.
With his knowledge and pill refinement skills, mastering a First Rank pill formula should not be difficult.
"Spirit Nourishing Pill?"
"I've never heard of this pill either."
"The Great Pill Institute of Qingdan Valley indeed has impressive research capabilities, producing two brand new pill formulas in a row."
...
Due to the soundproof formation blocking the outside world, Luo Chen could neither see nor hear the commotion of the battle.
He remained unaware of the situation until late at night when the clamor gradually subsided.
The Tao Family cultivators excitedly discussed the day's battle results.
Judging from their cheerful expressions, it seemed the arena battle had gone well.
However, everyone unconsciously slowed their steps and lowered their voices when passing by Luo Chen's room, as he was a key figure for the second round.
Inside the Hall of Affairs.
Tao Wan looked down at the four people below: Tao Daonan, Qi Lingyun, Tan Xiao, and Tao Yisheng, who was qualified to be present as an observer.
She slowly spoke, "On the first day, we managed to secure one arena spot."
"Thanks to Senior Apprentice Brother Qi and Senior Apprentice Brother Tan for going all out."
Tan Xiao shook his head, "In the previous Dao Seed Contest, I personally participated, but in the end, I didn't even make it to the Nine Great True Transmission positions. This time, it's considered bullying the weak."
Tao Wan smiled lightly, "Those challenging disciples are also led by senior brothers who participated in the Dao Seed Contest decades ago. They are from the same generation as you, so it's not a case of bullying the weak."
With her words, Tan Xiao's sense of guilt dissipated.
Indeed.
There were many like Tan Xiao who had missed out in the previous contest.
Not only did they fail to obtain the Dao Seed, but they also missed out on the Great Lineage Disciple positions, which could provide access to partial resource advantages.
Therefore, for the sake of their future advancement to the Condensation stage, they would not miss this sudden second chance at the Dao Seed Contest. Even though they were over 150 years old and couldn't directly participate in the Great Lineage Disciple selection, they could still achieve their goals indirectly by assisting qualified disciples.
Once the disciples they chose won the Dao Seed position, they could obtain resources no less than what the Great Lineage Disciples had access to in the past.
Due to the short time interval, many like Tan Xiao had joined the contest for the second time, and they were all Foundation Establishment Late Stage Cultivators.
This led to an unprecedentedly intense arena battle on the first day. In the past, there weren't so many Foundation Establishment Late Stage Cultivators participating.
Most of the participants were a mix of Foundation Establishment Late and Mid-Stage Cultivators.
At this moment, Qi Lingyun also smiled and said, "Within Qingdan Valley, besides Grand Senior Brother Danyaozi, only you, Sister Wanwan, are the most suitable candidates. If you don't take the Dao Seed, who else is worthy?"
His words carried an intense emotion, unconcealed in his eyes.
Tao Wan slightly averted her gaze from his fervent stare and changed the topic.
"Everyone saw today that the arena occupied by Grand Senior Brother had very few challengers."
"This doesn't align with the strategy we previously set."
At this point, Qi Lingyun frowned, "Are the others afraid?"
Tan Xiao hesitated, "Although Grand Senior Brother is alone without helpers, he has been the Dao Seed for decades, and his prestige is formidable. It's understandable that the junior disciples and sisters below wouldn't dare to challenge him."
The youngest, Tao Yisheng, expressed his concern, "But if this continues, won't he be able to wait leisurely and effortlessly through the fifteen days of arena battles?"
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent.
With Danyaozi's capabilities, if he didn't have to face this early consumption of energy, he would surely pass the second round with ease.
Once he reached the third round, with his advanced ranking, he would be an unstoppable force that newcomers like Tao Wan couldn't hope to resist.
Yes.
Although they were of similar age, Danyaozi was indeed a senior.
He was exceptionally talented and had claimed the Dao Seed position decades ago while only at the Foundation Establishment Eighth Level.
Now, at the Foundation Establishment Ninth Level, he was likely not far from reaching Foundation Establishment Perfection.
Tao Wan and Shangguan Yan, the newly advanced Foundation Establishment Ninth Level Cultivators, would find it challenging to face him head-on.
Amidst the silence, Tao Daonan's aged voice spoke up, "There's no need to worry!"
"In the next few days, we'll first secure the Great Lineage Disciple positions. When it comes to the later stages involving the True Transmission rankings, no one will overlook Danyaozi, the most formidable competitor."
"That will be his most challenging moment!"
Upon hearing this, everyone had an epiphany, as if a veil had been lifted from their eyes.
The time hadn't yet reached the white-hot stage.
When that time came, Danyaozi wouldn't be facing just one or two challengers.
Instead, he would be up against the other eight True Transmission disciples in a targeted series of battles.
Tao Wan's heart was determined, and she continued, "Senior Apprentice Brother Qi, Senior Apprentice Brother Tan, you two must be exhausted. Please go and rest early to recover your spirit power; we may need your help tomorrow."
The two didn't decline.
After a Cultivator advances to the Foundation Establishment Late Stage, their spirit power increases manifold compared to before.
However, this doesn't prevent them from depleting it through excessive use.
Especially in an arena battle, which is a prolonged and intense fight, making daily recovery through meditation essential.
After the two left, Tao Wan turned to Tao Daonan.
"Clan Head, what did the Fu Family say?"
Tao Daonan slowly replied, "Several families have reached agreements with the Fu Family. They will send people to challenge Danyaozi one after another, ensuring he won't enter the final True Transmission Sword Duel in a perfect state!"
With this assurance, Tao Wan felt relieved.
Then, she looked at Tao Yisheng.
"Is Dan Chenzi still alone, researching alchemy formulas?"
Tao Yisheng scratched his head, about to speak, but he caught Tao Wan's cold, stern gaze.
He subconsciously withdrew his hand and stopped scratching his head.
His sister had told him that such small gestures were a sign of immaturity, and he should avoid them as much as possible.
He focused his mind and said earnestly, "Brother Luo is indeed alone in his research, forbidding anyone from visiting or assisting him."
Hearing this, Tao Wan's eyebrows furrowed.
Tao Daonan also expressed his confusion, "Other alchemists have hired numerous herbal apprentices and furnace workers to help them test the properties of various ingredients in their formulas, but this Luo Chen is so arrogant?"
"It's not arrogance, it's confidence!" Tao Yisheng's trust in Luo Chen was absolute as he spoke, "With Brother Luo's pill-refining skills, he's thoroughly familiar with most low-grade medicinal ingredients and doesn't need anyone else's help with experimentation."
"But..."
Tao Daonan, with his wisdom and experience, wanted to say something more.
But he was interrupted by Tao Wan.
"Let him be. The list is already set, and we can't change the candidates now."
Hearing this, Tao Daonan looked at Tao Wan in confusion.
If Tao Yisheng had confidence in Luo Chen, he could understand. After all, during this time, he had witnessed Luo Chen's rapidly improving pill-refining skills, which were guided by Luo Chen's teachings.
But why did Tao Wan also have such confidence?
In response to his question, Tao Wan offered no explanation.
Looking out at the dark night sky, Tao Wan narrowed her eyes slightly.
Her confidence wasn't in Luo Chen's pill-refining skills, but rather in his determination to obtain high-grade pills.
If he didn't want to miss this opportunity, he would never slack off in the second round.
Their task was to strive for the best ranking possible in the first round!
...
Despite the external chaos, Luo Chen remained unmoved.
His research on the Spirit Nourishing Pill formula kept him busy day and night, reaching a critical stage.
This wasn't a pill for human consumption.
Instead, it was for demonic beasts, or spirit beasts.
Ordinary sect families that raised demonic beasts and tamed them into spirit beasts often required a large amount of blood food!
High-level spirit beasts were fine, as they had learned to ingest sun and moon essence, absorb spiritual energy from heaven and earth, and transform it into demonic energy.
However, low-level spirit beasts, with their undeveloped spiritual intelligence, had an innate craving for blood food that had seeped into their very bones.
In such cases, places near the Million Great Mountains, like the Dahe Market, were better off.
There were enough channels to procure various blood foods.
But in the inland Taiping area, such convenience was lacking.
Blood foods brought in from outside were often less fresh.
And they were also expensive.
This was evident when Luo Chen bid for a second-rank demonic beast corpse at the Snow Lotus Palace.
As such, if one only wanted to tame one or two mountain-guarding spirit beasts, the cost was still manageable.
But to tame a large group of spirit beasts, the price was too high.
There simply wasn't enough blood food!
Therefore, the pill-refining masters of the Great Pill Institute had developed a new pill formula, the Spirit Nourishing Pill, based on this research.
The main ingredient was still a type of blood food favored by spirit beasts.
But its proportion was very small.
Instead, the formula incorporated other medicinal ingredients, minerals, and spirit liquids, ultimately fused into a single pill.
By consuming this pill, the pressure of supplying blood food could be greatly reduced.
Other raw materials could be produced in large quantities by cultivators in the cultivation world.
This invisibly reduced the cost significantly.
"This thing, if placed on Earth in my previous life, is just animal feed!"
After understanding the principles of this pill, Luo Chen couldn't help but smirk.
The difficulty of refining it wasn't that high.
In fact, it was even simpler than refining the Jade Marrow Pill, which required processing the Jade Essence.
As long as one understood the pill principles and combined them with the corresponding pill techniques, and refined them together, the pill would be considered complete.
"That's right!"
"If it were a pill formula with a high refining difficulty, they wouldn't give us just fifteen days to prepare."
"The focus of the competition should still be on the Dustfall Pill."
After muttering to himself, Luo Chen immediately immersed himself in the practical pill refining process without hesitation.
All the necessary materials had already been prepared by the Great Pill Institute.
Even the Earth Fire and pill furnace required for pill refining were ready.
Five days later!
After Luo Chen's tireless experimentation, the Spirit Nourishing Pill finally succeeded in producing a batch of thirty pills.
This yield exceeded the standard of twenty pills per batch of raw materials for the Jade Marrow Pill.
It was evident that the refining difficulty was indeed low!
After refining the pills, Luo Chen heaved a sigh of relief.
Without a word, he went straight to bed and fell into a deep sleep.
During this time, he had been busy researching the pill formula and experimenting with pill refining, which had exhausted him.
But it was all worth it.
After a rough study of the Dustfall Pill formula, he had already entered the system's basic level.
Next, he just needed to wait for the second round to begin.
While others were still struggling with experiments, he could rest and recuperate, waiting for the right moment to strike!
He slept through the entire night and half of the following day.
The next day.
Amidst the bustling arena battles.
Luo Chen quietly arrived beside Tao Yisheng.
"What's the situation now?"
"Eh!"
Tao Yisheng was startled. He hadn't expected Luo Chen to emerge from seclusion after just ten days.
He understood the implications better than anyone.
Before he could ask about Luo Chen's condition, Luo Chen looked in surprise at a tall platform that had risen to the highest point.
A burly man, holding an Azure Yellow Staff, stepped onto the arena under everyone's gaze.
"Chu Kui, the honored servant of the He Family, challenges Daoist Brother Danya Zi!"
(End of Chapter)
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