Starting Immortal Cultivation from a White Dog

Chapter 34: Can I kill someone?

Man Xiongmu was discussing with Wu Tian what kind of magical artifact they should forge for him. Most cultivators would only forge one magical artifact during the Qi Cultivation stage.

Not only because crafting magical artifacts requires numerous materials, but more importantly, magical artifacts can only gradually become perfect through their own nurturing and polishing, which requires a great deal of time and effort.

Making too many magical artifacts can actually hinder one's cultivation.

Man Xiongmu explained to Wu Tian, ​​"On Skull Mountain, apart from the White Bone Demon God Path practiced by the sect leader's lineage, all disciples who cultivate the Hundred Beast Yin Soul Path will refine beast armor during the solidification stage to enhance their combat power."

"In addition, having a cursed artifact for protection is more than enough."

"Ideally, the spell energy and the spirits that one transforms into should complement each other to form a relatively perfect combat system."

"Of course, we also need to take into account the spiritual materials and refining techniques, since the number of magical artifacts that can be refined on the mountain is limited."

"Most of them are flags, sticks, whips of various lengths, etc. The magical artifacts I crafted are Yin Wind Banners, which have been nurtured and polished from the Qi cultivation stage."

In fact, Wu Tian had been curious about beast form transformations for a long time, and at this moment he couldn't help but ask, "Master, what kind of beast form transformation should I cultivate during the solidification stage?"

Man Xiongmu fell silent for a moment upon hearing this. In fact, he had thought about this issue many times before, but he had never brought it up with Wu Tian.

Since Wu Tian was originally in beast form, the best choice would naturally be human form.

Yes, the Transformation Spell is not the Animal Transformation Spell. Since it can use the skin, flesh, bones, and blood of spirits to make animal clothing, it can naturally use humans to make corresponding human skin.

In fact, many disciples on the mountain knew that what the sect leader's lineage cultivated was human skin, although it was called the appearance of a human being, which sounded better.

But at its core, the goal is to kill someone, peel off their entire skin, and then use a secret method to refine it into a painted skin that can change the appearance of others.

The twenty-eight forms refined by the eldest brother and the eighteen forms refined by the eldest sister are, to put it bluntly, made from human skin.

Of course, in recent years, due to that senior's influence, the direct line of the sect leader has been living a very secluded life within the sect. There were already few disciples, and they have become even less visible in recent years.

If Wu Tianruo could refine the painted skin using a human body, he wouldn't need to wait until the casting process was complete to have a human appearance. He could even condense his true energy into a human form, which would greatly benefit his future cultivation.

Man Xiongmu was certainly not a kind-hearted person. Living deep in the mountains of Miao territory, surrounded by snakes, insects, poisonous ants, evil spirits, and monsters, he was bound to fight against demons and monsters. How could he be a benevolent person?

However, he also had to consider the senior's thoughts, not to mention that casually killing people to refine skins would be tantamount to courting death under the senior's nose.

Upon hearing Wu Tian's question, Man Xiongmu Wu Tian pondered for a moment, deliberately ignoring the human skin option, and then said, "For you, the best choice is of course the cloud leopard of our Qiyun Cave lineage."

"You were originally a white dog, which is quite compatible with it. You also have advanced techniques. It's not impossible that you could one day develop the winged leopard form."

"Of course, the Wild Dog Cave lineage is also very suitable for you. You were originally a white dog. If you can obtain the Wild Dog Cave lineage, you will be able to maximize your potential and bloodline."

"However, we can't afford to offend this lineage. The founder of Wild Dog Cave was originally the direct descendant of the sect leader. Back then, he was a Corpse Immortal who had cultivated a primordial spirit. He has a profound foundation. Even though he has declined in recent years, he is still beyond our reach."

The reason why the Wild Dog Cave lineage has declined in recent years was something that Master Manxiong had actually heard him mention, and it should be related to that senior.

When that predecessor first arrived at Skull Mountain, his sword was stained with the blood of many. His reputation was forged through sheer bloodshed; otherwise, Skull Mountain would never have the peace it enjoys today. How could a lineage that uses hunting humans and spirits to refine hides and extracting souls to forge magical artifacts possibly be the righteous path?

Back then, in this wild jungle, blood flowed freely, demons fled, ghosts wailed, and people prostrated themselves in fear.

Wu Tian knew nothing about human skin; he only thought that if he could transform into other birds and beasts, such as those that could fly in the sky or swim in the water, he could broaden his survival capabilities.

Hearing what Manxiong Mu said, he felt a little regretful. However, he thought again that since he was a cultivator, he would eventually be able to cultivate magic. At that time, whether it was going to heaven or earth, or turning rivers and seas upside down, there would always be corresponding methods. So he gave up the idea.

He thought about it and realized that most of his current talents were related to survival and cultivation. He didn't have any spells or talents that could directly grant him the ability to kill.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but ask, "Master, I heard that Steward Liu of the Transmission Hall possesses a Soul-Severing Hook, which is said to be indestructible and capable of slaying Yin spirits. Can our Qiyun Cave forge one?"

Upon hearing this, Man Xiongmu's expression stiffened slightly, and he said somewhat awkwardly, "Among all the protective artifacts, weapons of this kind are the most precious and the most difficult to forge."

"In our entire Skull Mountain, only the sect leader's lineage possesses the methods and materials for forging weapons of war."

"That kid Liu Tong got incredibly lucky and obtained a piece of high-quality Yin Soul Iron. You should know that this is a top-quality among mid-grade spiritual materials."

"Even spiritual materials of the same quality can be divided into inferior, good, fine, and rare grades. More importantly, he also happened to meet a master during his travels, who forged this Soul-Severing Hook for him."

"Even he himself probably couldn't forge a second one."

Upon hearing this, Wu Tian felt even more regretful. If he could have such a deadly blade to protect himself, combined with his own speed, he would be able to dominate among those of the same level.

He thought about it and realized that banner-type magical artifacts were the mainstream in the sect, but they were mainly used to nurture yin spirits, which he did not like.

If it were to be made into clubs or similar items, it would be a waste of the Yin Soul Silk inheritance from Qiyun Cave, and one would also have to go to great lengths to find other spiritual materials.

It would be better to just forge a whip, or...

A thought suddenly flashed through Wu Tian's mind: if he could forge an incomparably tough and sharp thread, it could both bind his opponent and kill him.

"If one could truly master it, it would be best if it were transparent and colorless, like a soul-hooking rope; a mere graze would cause injury, and a stranglehold would result in death."

"Others have soul-severing hooks, I have soul-hooking ropes, so we're not that different..."

Of course, this was just his own idea. He had no idea whether he could actually master it. As Wu Tian was thinking this, he was about to communicate with Man Xiongmu when his heart suddenly sank and a sense of crisis arose. His talent for seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune activated on its own.

He suddenly looked up at the sky and saw that the original dark clouds had turned black and even had a hint of blood-red light.

As the saying goes, "bloodshed is a disaster," which means there is a danger to one's life.

Wu Tian's expression changed drastically, and a murderous intent surged within him. He abruptly turned to look at Man Xiongmu and asked telepathically, "Master, is it possible to kill someone within the sect?"

Manxiong Mu was taken aback by what he heard. Before he could answer, a hoarse and dry laugh came from outside the cave: "Is Junior Brother Manxiong here? Tong Guan from Wild Dog Cave has come to visit. Please show yourself, Junior Brother."

(End of this chapter)