My skills have mutated again!

Chapter 389 Divine Transcendence, Level Twelve!

The City of Oaths.

As the main competition began, the once densely populated city of Oath gradually dwindled in number.

Wanqiang, the Ashwalker, has already headed to the Black Domain.

Although the non-Wanqiang Ember Walkers were not forcibly expelled from Oath City, considering that the Black Domain Hunt main event is not broadcast live to the public, there is no point in these people staying in Oath City any longer.

Apart from a few people who remain here, waiting for the results of the main competition and the crowning of the champion, most people have already left.

Victor, on the other hand, remained in the City of Oaths, in Donald's room.

At this moment, Victor was lying on the sofa, lazily stretching his body.

Those eyes, like black gemstones, shimmered with a chaotic black light.

Thus, following the connection with the Six Pillar Demon Emperors, the Dream Master's gaze transcended the barriers of the Dark Domain and the blockade of the Primordial Dark Side, easily seeing everything that was happening within the Dark Domain.

He saw that Wuxin had made the first move, and Donald finally stood in front of Wuxin. The two were about to start their first battle when Dean suddenly intervened, becoming the X factor in this battle.

Then he saw the Pale King standing in front of Xia Lin, politely but firmly extending his hand, asking for the Spirit World Book.

Victor gently licked the cat's paw.

"The real test is here, isn't it?"

The three prodigies of this generation's Ash District.

Wu Xin, Donald, Xia Lin.

Each person's strength far surpasses that of the previous first-ranked races—a fact already verified in the Thousand-Layer Tower.

For beings of this caliber, ordinary level 11 experts are not enough to be a test or stumbling block. Perhaps only other geniuses, such as Martial God, who are level 11 experts, can fight them.

"But level eleven and level twelve are two completely different concepts..."

On the sofa, Victor murmured these words.

As the Dream Master, a Level 12 player in the Profession System, and the Soul Pet of the Soul-Controlling Demon Emperor who created the Profession System, Victor's understanding of the Profession System is beyond doubt.

In Victor's view, the entire professional system can actually be simply divided into three levels.

The first level consists of ten levels.

This is also the growth period in Victor's eyes.

At this stage, the level increases by one point, but aside from adding another skill slot, it is actually meaningless and will not affect anything.

Because simply having a superior level in a single skill, or a clever combination of two or three skills, can easily make up for the difference in the number of skill slots!
At this stage, professional combat is essentially a contest of physical attributes, skill combinations, and the level of primary combat skills.

The so-called growth means that professionals need to continuously improve their base stats and attributes, update their skill combinations, and strengthen their skill levels during this stage in order to complete the growth and expansion of their own system and personal power!

The second level is level eleven.

Victor would call it his peak.

In essence, there is no fundamental difference between level 11 and level 10. The only difference lies in one point—level 11 naturally gains the advantage of +3 skill privileges.

Yes, that's the only difference between level 11 and level 10.

But this is also the biggest and most difficult difference to overcome!
Normally speaking, any professional who can reach level eleven is someone who has reached the pinnacle of a professional in some aspect—whether it is meeting the required attribute standards, cultivation level standards, or skill level standards.

In short, according to the professional system's assessment, you must be superior to ordinary people in some aspect to receive the system's favor and achieve the eleventh level!

Grace... these two words are very important.

Level 11 is the final blessing that the professional system can bestow upon professionals.

This is also why Victor named level eleven "Peak Period".

Because level eleven is the pinnacle of the professional system!
At this stage, just like the inherent advantages of level 11, skill assessment becomes the key point and the main point of competition.

Everyone is level eleven. Everyone possesses a complete skill system, though perhaps not super-powerful. Everyone's level is similar, and their physical attributes are probably not much different. Without exception, everyone's skill level is at the foundational level—some monsters are not included in this discussion.

Therefore, the final competition can only be based on skill assessment.

The higher your skill judgment authority, the stronger you are. You can break through the enemy's defense system and become immune to enemy attacks!

Strictly speaking, the third law, which uses physical attributes to enhance skill judgment authority, is actually based on this principle.

What most people don't know is that at the beginning of the new universe, there was no such thing as a weighted third law. This influence and change on the universe and the professional system only occurred after the Old Ones ascended to the Six Pillars. Of course, this point does not need to be discussed further at present.

In short, in Victor's view, although level eleven is the pinnacle and apex of the professional system, it still does not actually break away from the framework of the professional system.

Therefore, Victor could even say this: as long as you are strong enough and have special means, the gap between level 10 and level 11 is not that big, let alone an insurmountable chasm.

Countless instances of the weak defeating the strong have repeatedly proven this point—powerful Ember Walkers throughout history have been able to fight against level eleven warriors, and level eleven has even become a unit of comparison for combat power in many cases, proving that level eleven is actually far less powerful and important than imagined.

Furthermore, powerful Ash Walkers often blur the lines between levels 1-10 and level 11. Within the framework of the professional system, authority level is a question that only level 11 powerhouses pursue and consider. However, people like Xia Lin, Luo Zhidao, and Bao Bowen have already begun pursuing this goal when they are at level 8 or even level 9.

This phenomenon confirms the argument that geniuses cannot be included in the general consensus—don't underestimate people like Lao Bao; he was a genuine Human Race Sequence 14 from the previous generation. If that's not genius, what is?

Secondly, it also proves that the gap between level 11 and level 10 is not as big as imagined.

"But level twelve is completely different."

If level 11 is the peak period, then level 12 is the transcendence period!
If level eleven is the upper limit of the professional system, then level twelve has undoubtedly exceeded that limit!

Yes, level twelve means that one foot has already broken free from the professional system and entered a completely new world.

Because they are no longer players within the rules, but administrators who maintain the rules!

There's no need to elaborate on this point regarding managers; the conditions for promotion to level twelve are clearly and explicitly described.

But theory is theory, and details are details.

Apart from level 12 and a small number of people, no one knows what benefits or bonuses a professional will receive after reaching level 12.

Even fewer people know where these benefits and bonuses come from.

Of course, Victor knew all about these things.

"Because level twelve involves another set of underlying logic in the main universe."

"This underlying logic is called: Cosmic Gift!"

"It can also be called: Divine Transcendence!"

……

The phrase "gift from the universe" is simple, straightforward, and very easy to understand.

Combining this with the normal method for achieving level twelve makes it easier to understand.

—I fixed a cosmic loophole for the universe, received a cosmic blessing, and achieved level twelve…

It can be summarized in one sentence, which also explains the cause of level twelve.

The problem is that there are no details or results.

What are the differences between level 12 and level 11? What changes occur in the power of level 12?
Those who are not at level twelve do not know the full picture.

But Victor knew.

Not only does He understand, He also knows the meaning and underlying logic of the Six Pillars contained within them!

He even knew that to begin explaining this logic, He needed to first explain the reason for the birth of the new universe and the underlying demands of the Six Pillars.

"The birth of the new universe is built on the remnants of the old universe."

In the past, the Creator of Heaven and the Demon Emperor of Soul Control destroyed the old universe. The King of Kings came from afar with great treasures and used the supreme treasure, the Heavenly Gift Stone, as a price to build the framework of a new universe in the ruins of the old universe.

And because the God-given Stone possesses the ability to create from nothingness, it also endows the new universe with this characteristic: self-generation!

The new universe is growing and expanding every moment, and this self-generating characteristic continues to exert its power from its inception to the present.

In the process of self-generation, the new universe devours endless unknown universes and dimensions, integrates different rules, but also creates all sorts of messy cosmic loopholes!

In the beginning, the one responsible for patching the cosmic holes was not the 12th level, but the King of Kings.

This is similar to starting a business. At the beginning of a business, you encounter the most problems, but you have the fewest manpower available, which means that entrepreneurs have to personally get involved and deal with all sorts of messy and trivial matters.

So why aren't there any Soul-Controlling Demon Emperors or Heavenly Creators?
Because at the beginning of the new universe, these two didn't care about the new universe at all; they were more concerned about their own conflicts! Not only did they not help the King of Kings deal with the trivial problems at the beginning of his career, they also kept bringing new problems.

Victor, who has followed Wen Yu from the old universe to the present, naturally knows the intense contradictions that existed in the newly created universe.

All I can say is that Lao Wang really suffered and was really exhausted during that period—the three of us built the house together, you contributed money and labor, you even brought the foundation yourself, and you even promised that the three of us would live together after the house was built…

Instead of working, the other two fought and destroyed the house every day. No one could stand that.

Even the relatively mild-tempered Lao Wang couldn't hold back any longer.

"Can't we still have some fun together?!"

The answer is: No...

With just one sentence, you made us put aside our life-or-death feud?
Who are you?!

There was no obvious difference in strength between the three pillars. In that situation, the King of Kings would certainly not have been able to get anywhere with just his words.

But the King of Kings has many tricks up his sleeve...

He also understood one thing well: without dealing with the Creator of Heaven and the Demon Emperor of Soul Control, this house would definitely not be built properly. To deal with these two, He had to come up with something concrete.

Old Wang actually brought out two items.

First: It's a deterrent!

"Whoever makes the first move, I'll definitely help the other one..." Isn't he afraid that the Creator of Heaven and the Demon Emperor of Soul Control will join forces to attack the third party first?

Don't be afraid...

In this matter, these two are destined not to join forces. Even if they did, they would only be suspicious of each other and check each other, resulting in the bizarre phenomenon of 1+1<1.

Second: Propose solutions.

Don't you two say it's either you or me?
Okay, then you two fight it out, kill one of them and that's it!
The problem is, you two have already proven, at the cost of the old universe, that you two can't achieve a result by fighting each other.

Why don't you listen to me? Let's build this new universe house properly, and then cultivate some capable juniors. Once they grow to your level, well, it'll be a fight with more people than you, and then you two can settle the score!

A gentleman takes revenge even after ten years. Although these two can hardly be considered gentlemen, they certainly don't have the ability to hold grudges overnight.

Thus, the Demon Emperor of Soul Control and the Creator of Heaven reluctantly agreed.

The subsequent birth of Superstar and the resurrection of the Old Overlord are all continuations of the King of Kings plan...

Each side adds a sixth-level assistant, but with each side being stronger, it's essentially the same as having none.

The situation remains awkward.

At this point, the lower three pillars have all been in place, and the six-pillar structure has been formed.

The three pillars were horrified to discover that the main universe could only accommodate six pillars; if the old king did not die, the new king would never be born!

This restriction disrupted the already fragile balance...

Since no new pillars will be born, the Soul-Controlling Demon Emperor and the Heavenly Dao Creator can only rely on the current 2v2 situation to launch a life-or-death battle to sever their grudges!
The King of Kings, realizing that things were developing in this direction, immediately demonstrated His balancing act as an emperor.

"Don't rush, look at you two, you're in such a hurry again..."

"Sit down and listen to me."

"Our logic for nurturing the next generation remains unchanged! Let the talented younger generation help you two decide the winner..."

The Creator of Heaven and the Demon Emperor of Soul Control: "But there are no more spots... There are only six pillars left."

King of Kings: "Hey, you're wrong about that. There are only six pillars, but that doesn't mean it will always be the six of us... What if someone later manages to kick one of us off the altar and take the throne for themselves? Wouldn't that solve the problem?"

The Creator of Heaven and the Demon Emperor of Soul Control: "You make it sound so easy, but it's not that simple!"

King of Kings: "It's definitely not simple, but it's still better than you two fighting to the death, right? So, which of you is confident that you can be the one to win in a life-or-death battle?"

That hits the nail on the head...

Lacking confidence...

The difference in strength between the two sides is not significant. In a true life-or-death struggle, Chaoxing may not be entirely of one mind with the Demon Emperor, and the Heavenly Dao Creator's control over the ancient rulers is also limited.

In other words, neither side was fully prepared, nor were they certain of victory.

The Demon Emperor doesn't need to be certain of victory; he's someone who dares to gamble and take risks.

But the Creator of Heaven is different... Unless forced into a corner, He doesn't want to fight a battle He can't win.

"The creation of the new Six Pillars is difficult, extremely difficult."

"You and I both know that we are above all else, beyond the rules. Within the framework of rules we have designed, who can obtain power comparable to ours?"

The reasoning is clear, and it also reveals a cruel truth.

The rules we designed are, in essence, not intended to allow anyone to rise above them and gain the power to challenge the Six Pillars!
This is the instinct of those who benefit from the status quo and those who make the rules!

In response, the King of Kings said: "Therefore, we need to change the rules and create a small loophole in these rules."

"Furthermore, who says that everything in this new universe is entirely under our control?"

“You may have forgotten this: there is actually something in this new universe that none of us can control.”

"The foundation of the universe, a stone bestowed by heaven!"

The God-Given Stone, the treasure that created the new universe, has shattered, but its power remains, merging with the new universe.

As for how to cultivate the next generation, the three pillars each offered their own ideas and established a relatively complete system.

First, there's the Ash area.

The Ash District tempers the nature of the younger generation, selecting those who have withstood trials and possess strong character.

Yes, this is just the first step in this screening and poisoning mechanism!
Because in the Ashes Zone, this beginner village, there is no possibility of transcendence.

Then, there is the main universe.

The main universe, ruled by the six pillars, is itself a furnace no less dangerous than the Ember Zone, under the underlying theme of the six pillars' struggle, which can further refine true gold!
Finally, there's level twelve!

This is the final step in this Gu poison mechanism, and also the only gap in those iron-cast rules!

"To achieve the Six Pillars, one must first achieve the Twelve Levels."

"This is a test, and also a bottom line!"

"Therefore, at the level 12 stage, we need to loosen our strict supervision and personal biases a little, and leave these juniors who can achieve level 12 ample room for development and the possibility of continuing to move up outside our sight."

In the distant past, the six pillars created a general framework known as the Twelve Levels!
"First, by reaching level twelve, one will possess the quality of being unaffected by the will of Heaven!"

it is necessary.

This is equivalent to the fact that level twelve naturally possesses some of the characteristics of soul light.

"Secondly, Level 12 requires a cosmic glitch as the basis for advancement... consider this helping me share some of the workload..."

Old Wang unceremoniously dumped the dirty and hard work on them, setting a test for Level 12.

At last……

"To achieve Level 12, there must be a reward, a qualitative change! The reward is a gift from the universe!"

"Those at level twelve are favored by the will of the universe and granted a trace of power and authority by the Heavenly Stone, thus laying the foundation for their attempt to reach the six pillar positions!"

This is the royal decree that determines the true nature of a level twelve power!
……

The reflections of the past slowly faded from the eyes of the ghost cat.

Victor's gaze was deep and unfathomable, as if he could see Dean, who was fighting without any intention of fighting, and Nikolai, who was confronting Charlin.

A soft voice emanated from Victor's mouth.

"One of the level twelve characteristics: Infinite growth..."

"The attribute limit of the Ash Zone is actually the attribute limit under the professional system."

Xia Lin, Donald, and Wu Xin have all reached the limit of the Ash Zone attribute!
Xia Lin thought this was the limit of attributes in the Ash Zone, but that wasn't actually the case...

This is the attribute limit within the entire professional system. Even if he leaves the Ash Zone and leaves the newbie village, he will still be subject to attribute limitations!
Once you reach level 12, the attribute cap will be completely removed, and there will never be an attribute cap again!

Furthermore, upon reaching level twelve, the attributes of a level twelve professional will receive a dramatic boost upon advancement!

This is a qualitative change in racial stats and attributes!

Within the dark realm, Dean laughed wildly, unleashing a punch that ignited the starry sky.

The immense power completely surpassed Wuxin in his dead form, and even surpassed Donald, the Limit Breaker, instantly shattering half of Wuxin's body!

With a flash of skill light, Wuxin, whose injuries were instantly healed, stubbornly unleashed another six-pillar causal entanglement, but Dean showed no reaction. The causal entanglement was like a stone sinking into the sea, having no effect whatsoever!

Seeing this, Victor slowly spoke.

"The second of the twelve-level characteristics, and also the most crucial of the twelve-level characteristics: Cosmic Blessing!"

"The cosmic gifts and the professional system are two systems with different logics, but they are intertwined."

Any extraordinary power in the new universe is accommodated by the professional system; this is an ironclad rule established by the Six Pillars!

The only thing that broke this ironclad rule was the God-given Stone, which had already disappeared and whose origins were unknown even to the Six Pillars!

It is this power that allows level twelve professionals, who have received the blessings of the universe, to transcend the professional system and be free from its constraints.

Because they helped clean up the loopholes in the universe, they obtained the power of the Six Pillars, which also came from the Six Pillars, and combined it with the power of the God-given Stone, the treasure that created the universe in the past. The two combined to form a new power!
A divinely granted power of transcendence!

Unbeknownst to Wuxin, every time his six-pillar level judgment skill landed on Dean, it was neutralized by a wisp of golden power, unable to affect Dean in the slightest—this was the power of transcendence bestowed by heaven!

The consumption of the Heavenly Gift Transcendence Power by a single causal entanglement is not even as fast as the self-recovery of the Heavenly Gift Transcendence Power within Dean's body!

On the sofa, Victor's voice rang out again leisurely.

"The power of transcendence bestowed by Heaven can be restored on its own. As for the total amount, the power of transcendence bestowed by Heaven obtained when first entering level twelve is not much different. There are ways to increase it later, but there is no such thing as the more the better."

Because this thing only has one effect.

"Final decision!"

"Under the intervention of the divinely granted transcendence power, the judgment of all skills, talents, and items will be completely removed from the jurisdiction of the professional system and reduced to nothing! Including the six pillar level!"

Because this is the only power that transcends the influence of the Six Pillars, the only power that can challenge the Six Pillars, and also the only "uncontrollable" power that the Six Pillars need!
Therefore, Dean only needs a very simple defensive skill that grants immunity to negative status effects. Combined with his racial stats and base attributes that far exceed Wuxin's, he can easily resolve Wuxin's causal entanglement!
Yes, attributes have a greater impact on professionals at this stage, but we won't go into details for now.

Therefore, at levels twelve and above, everything, including the six pillars, returns to its original starting point.

Basic attributes, talents, and skill combinations!
These will become the most basic and most powerful source of power for level twelve professionals and the six pillars!
After glancing at Wuxin, who was struggling to adjust to the loss of his authority and was being chased away by Dean, Victor looked at Xia Lin, who was confronting Nikolai.

"So kid, you might not understand, but the true power of the Eternal Inscription Replacement System that the boss gave you lies in..."

It should be happening right now, at this very moment, in this very place, at level twelve and above, at the level known as the Six Pillars!

(End of this chapter)