Chapter 485: Eclipse: Electromagnetic Polarization

Chapter 485: Eclipse: Electromagnetic Polarization

Boom!

A bolt of lightning tore through the sky and descended upon an island in the vast ocean, revealing Qi Xinghuo's figure.

As he flew, his electromagnetic senses had already scanned the surrounding area.

On this island, spanning several tens of square kilometers, there was sparse vegetation, some low-level monsters, and occasional sea beasts resting upon it. There were no signs of human activity, except for a solitary peak in the center that rose 300-400 meters above sea level.

Standing at the peak, he slowly scanned his surroundings.

With his Macrocosmic Eye, he surveyed the area within a radius of tens of thousands of miles and spotted some Abyss Hunters, but they were all at a safe distance and posed no threat.

"This place will do."

Qi Xinghuo didn't bother looking for another spot.

He was preparing to upgrade his 'Electromagnetic Oscillation' from level six to level seven, and there was a high probability that he would advance to the Eclipse Ability and trigger an eclipse.

The safest method, of course, would be to leave the Star Realm and upgrade on a planet.

However, there were no suitable planets available at the moment.

This Abyss was 150,000 kilometers away from the Azure Wave Dragon Domain, which was more than enough for safety. Even if the eclipse attracted other anomalies in the area, he could handle them or simply leave.

Qi Xinghuo called out all three of his battle pets and returned to within 200,000 kilometers of the Abyss. Occasionally, he would encounter other Abyss Hunters, so he usually kept Doomsday and Qinghong hidden, only bringing them out during battles.

A dark golden light blossomed, revealing Doomsday's dragon shadow.

Qinghong also transformed into a kirin beast, its massive body fading into the void as it lurked by its master's side.

"Guard this place."

Qi Xinghuo instructed, then opened the interface of the Myriad Star Eyes.

Spiritual Source Energy: 2015148

Ability: Electromagnetic Oscillation (Level 6 32432/1000081)



Looking at this information, he couldn't help but shake his head. The requirements to upgrade Electromagnetic Oscillation were absurdly high. He had been training his ability almost daily, frequently using it in combat, and yet his progress was only slightly over 30,000.

And this was after the boost he received from his life evolution when he advanced to the Celestial King realm.

Without Spiritual Source Energy, it would take at least a decade of hard work to raise Electromagnetic Oscillation to level seven.

For others, it might be something they could never achieve in their lifetime.

"Thankfully..."

"I can use Spiritual Source Energy to upgrade."

Qi Xinghuo couldn't count how many times he had felt relieved about this. He quickly calmed his emotions and focused his gaze on the Electromagnetic Oscillation ability information, his eyes narrowing in concentration.

"Myriad Star Eyes, upgrade!"

Instantly, Spiritual Source Energy began pouring into Electromagnetic Oscillation, and the upgrade progress bar surged forward.

As the progress increased, Electromagnetic Oscillation grew stronger.

The radius of his electromagnetic sensing expanded.

Currently, it was a little over 200 kilometers, but the range of electromagnetic sensing was three-dimensional. Every kilometer added to the radius exponentially increased the scanning area, making it increasingly difficult to expand the sensing radius.

Over 500,000 Spiritual Source Energy was spent, and the upgrade progress was only halfway through. The electromagnetic sensing radius had only reached around 260 kilometers.

And this was just a fraction of the ability's power.

Outside Qi Xinghuo's body, a substantial electromagnetic field appeared, expanding from a radius of one kilometer to two kilometers.

Within this field, his control over electromagnetic waves deepened, as if he could touch the essence of all things. With just electromagnetic waves, he could manipulate everything—light, air, water, rocks, soil, and more—but he still felt a sense of insufficiency.

This level of control was far inferior to specialized abilities.

"From electromagnetic fields to electromagnetic forces, I still have a long, long way to go."

Qi Xinghuo thought to himself, "This isn't something Electromagnetic Oscillation can achieve; I've only scratched the surface."

As Electromagnetic Oscillation advanced, all electromagnetic-based abilities and combat techniques derived from it surged in power.

Overload, Titanium-Cobalt Magnetic Body, Ion Storm...

Electromagnetic Pulse, Metal Manipulation, Coil Flight, Radio Wave Rays...

Qi Xinghuo didn't have time to explore them, but he knew they were there.

Finally.

When the progress bar for Electromagnetic Oscillation reached (Level 6 1000081/1000081), Qi Xinghuo felt a vibration throughout his body, and he automatically floated in the air. Currents of electricity burst from his skin, shooting in all directions.

Patter, patter, sizzle...

Lightning flashed, and millions of currents of electricity let out a piercing cry.

A three-kilometer-radius electromagnetic field formed around Qi Xinghuo, covering almost the entire island.

Doomsday quickly flew to a distant location to avoid any accidental injury.

Even Qinghong, lurking in the void, was affected and had to teleport to an even more remote spot.

Jiuyou hid inside the Ultimate Dark Force Ball.

The electromagnetic field enveloped the island, instantly turning the vegetation into ashes with the high-temperature currents. Some low-level monsters that had been present met their end without even realizing what had happened. In the blink of an eye, the island was stripped bare, and even the soil was melted.

The island was completely destroyed, leaving only a solitary peak standing. Even it was subjected to the relentless assault of electricity, causing it to shrink in size as if it could collapse at any moment. Giant waves rose in the surrounding seas, and monsters within a hundred-kilometer radius fled for their lives.

Qi Xinghuo stood in mid-air.

At that moment, his entire body was enveloped in blinding arcs of electricity, as currents of electricity erupted wildly and then receded, like the descent of a divine being.

A sense of absolute control welled up within him, as if he were the master of the world.

The sky suddenly darkened.

Qi Xinghuo looked up, and at the edge of the bright golden light, he saw a gap as if a giant beast had taken a bite out of it. The shadow slowly expanded, dimming the brightness of the entire world.

"Eclipse!"

This was exactly like the recorded Eclipse phenomenon.

However, the eclipse in the Star Realm was different in nature from the eclipses on Earth.

The Eclipse phenomenon had nothing to do with astronomy, and it wasn't caused by another celestial body blocking the sun in the Star Realm. Instead, it was a mysterious anomaly that occurred locally, indicating the emergence of an Eclipse-level ability in the area.

This was the first time Qi Xinghuo had witnessed an Eclipse, and it was one that he had triggered himself. The spectacle was far grander than the Starfall phenomenon.

Yet, he remained calm.

Using his Macrocosmic Eye, he scanned the surrounding seas and confirmed that the influence of the Eclipse phenomenon spanned an area between 3 and 4 million square kilometers. Beyond this range, the Eclipse was not observable, and everything appeared normal.

"It seems like the range of this Eclipse is much larger than usual."

Qi Xinghuo was perplexed.

Wasn't the observable range of an Eclipse phenomenon usually between a few hundred thousand and a million square kilometers? How had this one increased by several times that amount? This was beyond expectations, drawing the attention of more Abyss Hunters in the surrounding seas. There were three or four teams of hunters, as well as several solitary hunters, all of whom had observed the Eclipse phenomenon and were now hastily making their way toward the island.

They were all astonished by the Eclipse and immediately set out without hesitation, using the details of the phenomenon to determine its direction.

They rushed toward the island's location.

However, they were still quite far away.

Qi Xinghuo paid no heed to the approaching Abyss Hunters, focusing solely on his ability upgrade. Several minutes after the Eclipse phenomenon began, both his body and mind underwent a transformation, and the Myriad Star Eyes interface finally refreshed.

[Ability: Electromagnetic Polarization (Level 7: 1/3,355,777)]



"It upgraded!"

"Eclipse Ability: Electromagnetic Polarization!"

Qi Xinghuo suppressed his excitement and carefully sensed the changes brought about by the upgrade. In an instant, his eyes widened in shock and bewilderment.

He was astonished by the sheer power of Electromagnetic Polarization, a true Eclipse ability.

The radius of his electromagnetic sensing had expanded to 300 kilometers, and his electromagnetic wave manipulation had increased to 3,000 meters. All electromagnetic-related abilities had their power amplified by more than three times, with some abilities even increasing by tenfold!

However, he was bewildered by the fact that Electromagnetic Polarization seemed to be merely a strengthened version of Electromagnetic Oscillation, without any additional effects.

"That's not right!"

Qi Xinghuo immediately activated his Spiritual Source Energy and Hyperfrequency Thought, enhancing his perception to a more microscopic level.

In an instant.

The entire world, as seen through Qi Xinghuo's eyes, decomposed.

All matter transformed into countless electromagnetic fields, including sound waves, light, electric currents, air molecules, water, flames, and energy... Everything in the universe, even his own body, was composed of these electromagnetic fields. Some fields were infinite, while others delved into the microscopic realm, surpassing his observational limits.

"I can influence these electromagnetic fields and thus alter the form of matter."

Qi Xinghuo gained a profound insight.

He found the means to do so through the ability information provided by the Myriad Star Eyes. Electromagnetic Polarization, by altering the vector of electromagnetic fields, creates specific conditions that cause matter to undergo a polarization, deviating from its original nature and state.

It sounded complicated, and the application was even more so! Electromagnetic Polarization had a wide range of applications and could be combined with other abilities to produce unimaginable effects.

For example, polarizing plasma to create ultra-high-temperature flames;

Polarizing human cells to reorganize and regenerate, resulting in a powerful regenerative ability akin to immortality;

Polarizing molecules to deform and alter their physical properties;

Polarizing magnetic fields to amplify electric currents;

Polarizing photons to manipulate light energy...

Electromagnetic Polarization could be understood as an ability that delved into the fundamental nature of electromagnetic interactions, allowing one to manipulate the microscopic to achieve near-infinite possibilities on a macroscopic scale! It was akin to the Ancestral Dragon Vein.

Each had its advantages and disadvantages.

As Eclipse abilities, the Ancestral Dragon Vein could amplify all dragon-type variants through fusion, a completely automated process that saved time and effort. On the other hand, Electromagnetic Polarization required self-study and the development of techniques, and it was preferable to choose suitable amplification abilities, which seemed troublesome.

Nevertheless, Electromagnetic Polarization's potential was evidently higher, offering a wider range of choices and greater freedom.

Qi Xinghuo heaved a sigh.

"The True Dragon Clan of the Titanium-Cobalt family researches electromagnetic fields most thoroughly. Throughout the generations of Titanium-Cobalt Dragon Kings, there should have been some who possessed Electromagnetic Polarization. Perhaps I should seek guidance from the Dragon King?" he wondered, but he also feared exposing his secret.

"One step at a time."

"I'll do some research first, and when I return to Earth, I'll have to further my studies in electromagnetism." Qi Xinghuo scratched his head; he had attempted to learn this subject when he became a Magnetic Field Maniac, but its complexity had hindered his understanding.

Now that he had mastered Electromagnetic Polarization, it should be easier to learn with practical application.

"If all else fails, I'll find another excuse to seek guidance from the Dragon King."

Qi Xinghuo was deep in thought.

As an Eclipse ability, he couldn't be sure if the Titanium-Cobalt Dragon King possessed Electromagnetic Polarization. If he returned to the Titanium Ring City, would his secret be discovered?

At that moment, the sea gradually regained its brightness, and the golden gap in the light began to shrink.

The Eclipse phenomenon slowly dissipated.

The rampant currents of electricity retracted, and the vast electromagnetic field also vanished, returning the area to tranquility. If not for the destroyed island and the charred, electrocuted corpses of fish in the sea, it would seem as if nothing had happened.

Suddenly, a sense of foreboding arose in Qi Xinghuo's heart.

Sensing something, he turned his head towards the direction of the Azure Wave Dragon Domain. With his Macrocosmic Eye, he swiftly locked onto a figure obscured by the radiance, speeding towards him at a startling velocity.

"Star Shepherd Saint!"

The figure was indistinct, but from its silhouette, it appeared to be a woman with a slender figure. Even from a distance of over ten thousand kilometers, he could sense her terrifying aura.

Qi Xinghuo's eyes widened in shock, and his expression turned grave.

This was no ordinary Star Shepherd Saint; among seventh-stage anomalies, she was one of the top powerhouses. And she was heading straight for him.

"Damn!"

Qi Xinghuo cursed inwardly. An Eclipse phenomenon from such a distant location had actually attracted the attention of such an incredibly powerful being?

"Time to run."

He had originally intended to continue enhancing his other abilities, but now he had no such thoughts.

"Doomsday, Qinghong!" Qi Xinghuo issued commands, and his two battle pets immediately returned. Doomsday transformed into a dark golden light that merged with his skin, while Qinghong shrank its body, which was over five meters long, allowing Qi Xinghuo to mount its back. With a light leap, they entered the void.

Qinghong carried Qi Xinghuo as they swiftly traversed the void.

This mode of transportation was much slower than Star Realm Leap, and it consumed a lot of starlight. However, it had one advantage: the ripples in the void were very weak and existed for only a short time, making it difficult to track.

As they traveled through the void, Qi Xinghuo turned back to observe.

With his Macrocosmic Eye, he locked onto the Star Shepherd Saint.

She was like a beam of light traveling through the air, her radiance a bright white, resembling a meteor. Without involving space and relying solely on flight, her speed exceeded cognition; in just two minutes, she covered a distance of over five thousand kilometers.

At this speed, it would take her just an hour to travel from the Azure Wave Dragon Domain to this island.

One hour...

By then, the ripples in the void would have long disappeared.

Qi Xinghuo breathed a slight sigh of relief but remained vigilant. If this Star Shepherd Saint could also perform Star Realm Leap, she might arrive even sooner.

The Macrocosmic Eye consumed too much starlight.

Every ten seconds, he observed the Star Shepherd Saint, calculating the distance between them.

However, due to the Saint's high-speed movement, Qi Xinghuo was unable to lock onto her location to activate his microscopic perception, and his gaze couldn't penetrate the radiant light to discern her features.

Ten minutes later.

Qinghong had already traveled over a thousand kilometers through the void, moving away from the island.

During this time, Qi Xinghuo invested 300,000 Spiritual Source Energy to upgrade Star Realm Leap to level five, increasing the distance of each leap to 12,800 kilometers, reducing the cycle to 59 star-times, and achieving a total leap distance of 40,100 kilometers.

Still in the void, Qi Xinghuo activated Star Realm Leap, vanishing along with Qinghong.

(End of Chapter)

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