Douluo: Wuhun Longyuan Sword, I have become the scabbard

Chapter 172 Soul Core
"This is the Soul Core. My recovery speed has increased significantly again, and I no longer need to worry about the consumption of Soul Power." In the main hall, silver-white patterns like snowflakes appeared on Ling's body, but there was a faint trace of blood on them. With a thought, the surrounding ice-attribute elemental energy instantly rushed towards her, and in a short time, the surrounding ice became much thicker.

Feeling the ice-attribute energy absorbing from his chest, Ling looked at Wei'er beside him.

Vera's body was now also covered with purple-gold patterns like lightning. Purple-gold lightning ran through her body and crashed into the ice wall, causing it to explode.

"My strength hasn't improved, but I should be able to use my soul power as freely as you, sister. Also, I should be able to continuously unleash my fifth soul skill!" Wei'er's fifth soul skill comes from the ten-thousand-year-old Thunderous Hell Vine, but after acquiring this soul skill, the soul power it consumes is too enormous, and she has not been able to fully unleash it more than a few times.

In addition, this fifth soul skill is an extremely powerful amplification soul skill, which can be said to be his strongest amplification skill.

"Although my strength hasn't improved significantly, I can feel that my control over ice attributes has increased considerably."

“Indeed.” Vera withdrew the lightning from her body and looked at the main hall’s entrance.

It was indeed in the middle dantian.

Ding Quan looked at the markings on Ling and Wei'er's bodies. Under the gaze of his Xuanhuo Pupil, he saw that they were spreading from the chests of the two women.

This is the location of the dantian in the philtrum, and it is also the core area for the circulation of soul power. It is most suitable to place one's own attribute soul core here.

"It seems to have succeeded, and it's quite stable," Ding Quan said. The two men's auras were now contrasting: one was cold and restrained yet intensely hot, while the other was masculine and domineering yet sinister.

Although they are attribute-based soul cores, Ding Quan could sense that their two soul cores were not simply attribute-based.

Ling has a fiery aura about her, which is her ice and fire attribute, while the sinister aura on Wei'er should come from the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger.

"Yes, as my strength increases, the recovery speed of my soul core will also increase." Ling also withdrew her soul power, and the surrounding ice attribute immediately returned to its original state, but she could still feel the surrounding energy flowing towards her.

"That's natural."

"However, you actually condensed attribute soul cores first."

“Quan, the upcoming journey may deviate from our expectations. Strengthening our strength is the most important thing now. Moreover, I have a feeling that I will probably have to wait until I break through to the Title Douluo level before I can condense the next soul core.” Ling interrupted Ding Quan, “At that time, condensing the next soul core will be no problem for us.”

"A Title Douluo, huh?" Ding Quan nodded. A soul core can be successfully condensed at the Soul Saint stage, but condensing two soul cores is quite dangerous.

A soul core can operate independently without interference, but if a second soul core is condensed, it will inevitably interfere with the first soul core and disrupt its stability.

Ten thousand years later, those who possess two soul cores are basically Limit Douluo.

The two soul cores influenced each other, and the power they unleashed was beyond the capacity of ordinary people to withstand. Although the Snow Empress had condensed a Yin-Yang complementary dual soul core, her body could not withstand the power that erupted from it, making it impossible for her to face the seventh heavenly tribulation.

To make the two soul cores operate under mutual influence, extremely strong mental power is required, which can only be achieved after becoming a Title Douluo.

“Soul cores can accelerate our cultivation speed. I have a feeling that my soul power will experience a burst during this period. Coupled with the natural simulated environment of this far north, give me some time, and my level will surpass Wei’er’s.” As Ling spoke, the snowflake-like patterns on his body dissipated. He sensed a being in the distance whose ice attribute was even stronger than his own, and then his eyes sharpened.

Ling already knew about Bingdi's thoughts. After she and Ice Bear King Xiaobai took the herbs given by Ding Quan, they began to cultivate frantically.

In just a few days, her aura grew stronger and stronger.

Such reckless cultivation, coupled with directly consuming those herbs, would damage one's foundation. This approach clearly indicates an intention not to directly face the tribulation lightning, but rather to choose sacrifice upon breaking through 400,000 years.

The current age of Hyotei is over 390,000 years, not far from 400,000 years ago.

However, the difference between 390,000 years and 400,000 years is quite significant.

In terms of Soul Masters, that's the difference between level 97 and level 98.

Even at the peak of level 97, it would be difficult to face a level 98 being.

"That's good then." Ding Quan said, glancing at a few people in the corner of the hall, who had already walked over.

"Bing'er, the environment here is also suitable for your cultivation. You also need to improve your strength quickly, after all..."

"I know." Shui Bing'er nodded. There was more than just Ice Emperor preparing to break through his age limit; there was also Ice Bear King Xiaobai.

The amount of soul power required for Ling's advancement is too enormous. Even with the sacrifice of the Ice Emperor, it would probably not be enough to significantly increase her level at the Soul Douluo realm. Furthermore, the soul power of the Ice Bear King would also be insufficient to allow Ling's soul power to break through level ninety.

Therefore, the Ice Bear King's sacrifice target changed from the originally planned Vera to Water Ice, both of whom possess extreme attributes.

Of course, there was actually a better plan for Ling's ninth spirit ring.

That's the same as Ding Quan's eighth spirit ring, the Evil Eye Tyrant. Ling possesses the mental attribute, and after absorbing the Ice Emperor's spirit ring, Ling's ice attribute will reach its ultimate peak. With her control over the ice attribute, she doesn't need other ice attribute skills. At that time, it will be more appropriate to enhance her mental attribute with the ninth spirit ring.

"Also, you can try to condense your soul core. I'll help you with that next." Ding Quan pulled Shui Bing'er along, since she had a soul power connection with him.

"Quan, what about me and Zhuqing?"

"Your soul power is not yet materialized. You should focus on leveling up first. As for Zhu Qing, concentrate on cultivating the Sovereign Ruler until the final step."

"understood."

"it is good."

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing nodded.

The Soul Core is another thing that Ding Quan researched using Soul Beasts. It is formed by compressing Soul Power and then placed in the body. It absorbs the surrounding spiritual energy of heaven and earth for cultivation at all times. Once the Soul Core is condensed, there will be no bottlenecks before the Soul Power level reaches the level 95 Super Douluo.

Moreover, during battle, they possess a recovery speed far exceeding that of other Soul Masters, allowing them to more easily unleash their Soul Skills, which consume a great deal of Soul Power.

Although it won't enhance one's combat power, it might allow the release of more soul skills, thus definitely improving one's strength.

As for cultivating the "Ruling the World" skill, this self-created soul skill is truly terrifyingly powerful. During the cultivation process, spiritual power and martial soul merge, and one can even condense one's own essence, energy, and spirit to form one's own domain.

This is a field!
It's still a talent domain that can be released without the need for spirit rings and spirit bones!

No wonder they possess so many domain skills; this is actually the effect of ruling the world.

Ning Rongrong was somewhat frustrated. Her own conditions were far from meeting the requirements for cultivating the "Ruling the World" level. Then she looked at Zhu Zhuqing beside her and realized that the gap between herself, Ding Quan, Ling Wei, and Shui Bing'er was indeed quite large.

Furthermore, the ultimate attribute is another power that is beyond my reach.

These individuals weren't initially at their peak attribute level, but through strategic planning of their spirit rings and spirit skills, they can eventually reach that peak. However, I've already done very well to get to where I am now; from now on, I just need to leverage my strengths.

The Spirit Hall of Spirit City.

“Your Holiness, those people stayed near Soto City for a few days, and then went to the Frozen Forest and disappeared without a trace.”

A Soul Saint bowed respectfully, not daring to look directly at Bibi Dong in the main hall.

"The Frozen Forest? Is it to obtain a Soul Ring?" Bibi Dong tapped the papal throne beneath her. After leaving the Star Dou Great Forest, Bibi Dong had been searching for Ding Quan and the others.

There's no other reason than their overwhelming strength. Furthermore, they are very likely also successors to godhood, possibly with a level 99 being behind them. It would be best to know their whereabouts to avoid disrupting my plans.

Previously, Qian Renxue had already stopped questioning Bibi Dong about the withdrawal of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School members. Ding Quan and his group were indeed a threat, not to mention that he had powerful backers.

"Your Holiness, our people also brought back a message, but..."

"Say it!"

"The soul masters of the Northern Ice City have discovered that the temperature in the Frozen Forest has been fluctuating greatly recently, and it is colder than usual. This phenomenon also occurred a few months ago, when rumors circulated that a 100,000-year-old soul beast had appeared in the Frozen Forest. Perhaps the same thing is happening this time. Some even speculate that a powerful figure is hunting a 100,000-year-old soul beast, and they often feel an inexplicable pressure."

"A 100,000-year-old soul beast?" Bibi Dong narrowed her eyes upon hearing this.

Ling possesses two 100,000-year soul rings, while Ding Quan also has one. Previously, we were speculating about where they hunted the 100,000-year soul beasts. Could it be in the Frozen Forest?
Apart from ice-attribute soul masters, not many soul masters venture into the Frozen Forest, as it is too cold for them to live in.

Is there really so many 100,000-year-old soul beasts in the Frozen Forest? Is the Spirit Hall's understanding of the Frozen Forest wrong, or did they obtain the 100,000-year-old soul rings elsewhere?

The fact that they have 100,000-year-old spirit rings cannot be faked.

Ding Quan and his group also appeared a few months ago; perhaps they just came out of the Frozen Forest.

So, is this Ding Quan acquiring his eighth spirit ring?

A Soul Douluo with two 100,000-year Soul Rings, or even three 100,000-year Soul Rings, is a Soul Ring configuration that is far beyond the reach of anyone who does not possess twin Martial Souls.

That's truly a terrifying talent, and it's really unlikely that someone like that would have achieved such a feat without the divine favor of the gods.

They came from the City of Slaughter, a trial ground left behind by Soul Masters who had reached level 100 and become gods. It was there that he obtained his Rakshasa God Trial.

"Go down." Bibi Dong waved the scepter in her hand.

"Subordinates retire."

Watching the Soul Saint leave, Bibi Dong stood up. She had now completed the eighth trial, and all she needed to do next was accumulate the power to unlock the divine inheritance so that she could proceed with the final ninth trial.

The main hall doors opened, and a somewhat alluring figure walked in.

"Teacher, you wanted to see me?" Hu Liena looked respectfully at Bibi Dong above her. Her teacher possessed twin martial souls and had already completed attaching all the spirit rings to her second martial soul.

More importantly, the dispatch of several Title Douluos this time was undoubtedly to hunt down 100,000-year-old soul beasts.

And clearly, his teacher had succeeded.

"Nana, absorb them." Bibi Dong waved her hand, and two black-gold soul bones flew directly to Hu Liena.

"Teacher, these are!" Hu Liena looked at the two soul bones in front of her, her voice trembling slightly. The incredibly heavy soul power, the residual aura on them, and her teacher's recent actions made it clear that these were two 100,000-year-old soul bones.

Moreover, these two soul bones are extremely symmetrical; they are a pair of left and right arm bones.

"This is what I have gained this time. My soul bone is now fully equipped. As my disciple, it is most suitable for you."

"Teacher, this is so precious!"

“This isn’t just for free; I have conditions!” Bibi Dong interrupted Hu Liena, her voice turning serious. “I need you to absorb a 100,000-year spirit ring for your eighth spirit ring. I already have a target.”

Of the three Thousand-Pound Ant Kings in the Star Dou Great Forest, there is still one that has escaped the net.

Bibi Dong also knew about its advancement of 100,000 years.

"A 100,000-year-old eighth spirit ring!" Hu Liena was taken aback upon hearing this. Hu Liena was now a quasi-Spirit Saint, as were the other two members of the Golden Generation.

“That’s right. Do you know that the people who came out of the City of Slaughter with you already have 100,000-year soul rings? As my disciple, you can’t fall too far behind them!” Bibi Dong gripped the scepter in her hand. She had indeed put a lot of effort into Hu Liena.

"Disciple knows."

"Absorb these two soul bones. With their blessing, your seventh soul ring can break through the limit. Finally, for your eighth soul ring, you must reach the age of 100,000 years."

"This disciple will absolutely do it!" Hu Liena solemnly accepted the two soul bones, realizing that she was indeed far behind those others.

As for the eighth spirit ring of 100,000 years, after hunting a 100,000-year spirit beast, I will first wash the spirit bone it dropped. I already have a spirit bone, and even an external spirit bone. With my physical strength, I can try to absorb the 100,000-year spirit ring, even though it is risky.

"Then absorb it here! Then let Elder Ghost take you to obtain a soul ring."

"Thank you teacher!"

Bibi Dong looked at Hu Liena, who had already absorbed two soul bones, and then turned her gaze to the Hall of Worship. Ding Quan and the others were not the main reason.

In that ancestral hall, there is someone who has absorbed spiritual energy for 100,000 years in her eighth spirit ring. My disciple must not be weaker than her.

One hundred thousand years for the eighth spirit ring—even one's own disciple could achieve that.

Furthermore, Ding Quan and his group are far stronger than he thought. Even though he has now completed the eighth trial of Rakshasa, he absolutely cannot be careless.

Those people improved their strength too quickly. In just over two years, they went from Soul King to Soul Saint, and now they have probably become Soul Douluo.

Sensing the soul power accumulating within his body, at the current pace, it will still take quite some time.

The matter of the Spirit Hall can be put aside for now. Once I become a god, all problems will be solved!

(End of this chapter)