Witch, please have some self-respect!

The formation consists of three core components: the formation base, the formation symbols, and the formation hub.

The array base, also known as the array plate, is usually made of earth yellow stone. It determines the stability of the array and is the key to the array's activation and operation.

Similar to circuit lines, array patterns are complex designs etched on the array base to guide and regulate the flow and speed of energy. The precision of these patterns directly affects the efficiency and power of the array.

The array pivot, as the core of the array, is located in the center of the array plate. Its main function is to provide a continuous source of energy. The array pivot of low-level arrays is usually made of source stones.

After countless years of development, both the array plate and the array pivot are finished products; the difficulty lies in engraving the array plate.

Engraving talismans guides the flow of internal energy.

After the failure, the Originium was damaged, and that was known immediately.

The array plate itself does not contain energy. If you do not use your qi and blood to simulate the flow of energy when carving, you will not even know if you have failed.

When it's in operation, the array plate will be destroyed instantly.

Therefore, while carving the seal, one must continuously simulate the flow of energy through the array pattern using qi and blood, maintaining the energy's stable operation within the array pattern.

An array plate is formed by the continuous reversal and combination of array patterns. Even a first-level talisman array master cannot successfully engrave it in one go; it requires eight to ten attempts.

The array plate engraved in this way will have seven to nine nodes, which is considered a standard array plate.

The key to the quality of a formation array is its nodes; the more nodes a formation array has, the lower its quality.

Moreover, the lower the power, the higher the energy consumption.

To form the simplest Glazed Immovable Array, three array plates need to be activated and placed in the Three Powers position to protect a space of fifty square meters.

The price of such a basic standard formation sold outside starts at fifty source stones.

It is said to be able to withstand attacks from those who have reached the peak of physical cultivation.

Formations are generally used for traps and ambushes, as well as for guarding a fixed location such as a cave.

In a real battle, it's definitely not as flexible as a rune.

The advantage is that it can be arranged in advance.

"It's definitely different from runes; it sounds more difficult."

Shen Yun nodded thoughtfully.

"The advantage of the array plate is that once you master it, if you take your time and carve a little bit each time, you will eventually succeed."

As Qiaoniang hung the clothes out to dry, she sighed, "It's difficult to make progress by just grinding things up little by little like this, and there are too many nodes, so the array plates we make are the lowest quality."

The array plates are too expensive; one array plate costs five source stones.

To increase the success rate, reduce the wear and tear on the array plates, and ensure she was in perfect condition when carving the array plates, it took Qiao Niang fifty attempts to carve one array plate.

There are fifty nodes in that array.

The more nodes there are, the more sluggish the energy flow becomes, and the lower the overall power of the formation.

Therefore, she was just an apprentice of a talisman master.

The only advantage of this is that you won't lose everything.

"So that's how the array nodes work?"

Shen Yun seemed to understand something; it seemed that this was how Qiao Niang's array plate came about.

He was just thinking that if Qiaoniang simply sold the array plate, she could gather enough resources. Why bother going on a risky trip to the Great Wilderness?

That was just wishful thinking.

The quality of a runestone is determined by the amount of energy mobilized, while the quality of a rune array is determined by its nodes.

On this day, Shen Yun studied formations all day and gained an understanding of this art.

As night fell, I made a special trip to a bustling neighborhood dozens of miles away to buy six array plates.

Now that his reputation has grown, his security is lacking, so Shen Yun is considering setting up an array at home.

Since we have the opportunity, why not learn it first?

Maybe I can even make money.

That night, after dinner, I chatted with Wan'er for a while.

Feeling really bored, I continued studying those books related to rune arrays.

Furthermore, based on the array pattern jade crystal, they attempted to practice the rune array patterns on the stone.

The array patterns look more complex than any runes, but they are not difficult to find once you find the pattern.

It's just a constant repetition of a pattern.

It's much simpler than the Burst Rune, and also simpler than the Ice Mist Rune.

After his first attempt, Shen Yun felt it was very familiar and simple, and the first-level talisman master on the ancient scroll was providing a blessing.

A kind of unspoken confidence comes to mind, reminding me of a saying: "How many people in the world are as enlightened as I am in understanding all the laws of divination?"

......

The next morning, the morning light had just spilled over the windowsill.

Shen Yun got up and practiced some health-preserving boxing to loosen up his muscles and bones.

Qiao Niang's footsteps could be heard outside the door. Her bundle was bulging on her shoulder, with half of a gleaming hunting knife sheath sticking out from the corner.

"Brother Shen, I have to go now. I'll have to trouble you with Tongtong."

Qiao Niang raised her hand to tidy up her hair that had been ruffled by the wind.

Joining the hunting team was against my will.

In group activities, there is no such thing as asking for leave; if you don't go this time, someone else will take your place next time.

Shen Yun stopped what he was doing and asked, "How long will you be gone this time?"

"This trip will take us to a more distant place, and it may take a month before we return."

Shen Yun looked at Tongtong, who was clinging to the door frame behind her with red eyes, nodded, and said nothing.

Qiaoniang bent down and hugged Tongtong, her fingertips stroking the soft hair on the back of the child's head.

"My dear Tongtong, this time Mommy will go further and earn enough resources in one trip. I'll stay home with you more often then."

After accumulating some wealth, one can also make money using low-quality arrays. Although the earnings are small, they are safe.

Tongtong tugged at her mother's sleeve and whispered, "Mom, can you do all those things you said you'd do?"

Qiao Niang nodded vigorously, gripping her child's hand tightly: "When have I ever lied to you? This time, I'll definitely keep my word!"

Tongtong buried her face in her clothes and mumbled an "Mmm".

Shen Yun's heart skipped a beat. If you're going out, just go out. Don't make promises you can't keep.

Bad luck!

Shen Yun took out two talisman stones from his empty bag and handed them over: "These are a protective talisman and a speed talisman, Qiao Niang, please take them."

"Don't refuse. When traveling in the wilderness, safety is the most important thing."

"Thank you, Lao Shen, you're such a good person."

Qiao Niang took the talisman and turned to disappear into the morning light. She was afraid that if she stayed any longer, she would lose her courage to take the adventure.

After breakfast, Wan'er stopped Shen Yun, who wanted to go to the Spirit Field.

"Husband, please don't go to the spirit field anymore."

She had her own ideas. Shen Yun was a talisman master, more valuable than her time, and she couldn't waste it.

"Okay, you go and keep an eye on it."

Seeing that the progress of the Spirit Plant Master on the panel was still far from complete, Shen Yun did not insist.

It's better to be an expert than a know a lot.

He went to the quiet room to study the array plate; he had almost mastered the intricate but constantly repeating patterns of the Glazed Immovable Array.

Shen Yun skillfully carved the inscription on the ordinary stone once more, then took out the array plate, ready to try it out.

Shen Yun took out a formation plate, smaller than a basketball, from the void bag and felt a wave of dizziness.

The Originium is only the size of an egg.

To carve such intricate patterns on such a large piece of material, even a master craftsman like Yang Ti would likely not be able to complete it in one go.

Fortunately, the engraving of the array plate can be interrupted, unlike the talisman stone, which must be completed in one go.

This kind of array plate costs five source stones, so even if it fails, it's a waste.

"Let's add twenty points first and see how many we can carve at once."

Shen Yun thought for a moment, then picked up the inkstone and filled it with special ink for drawing talisman arrays.

This ink is very thick and has a high energy conduction efficiency. While engraving, it is also necessary to use qi and blood to make it solidify quickly.

While the qi and blood circulate within it, the talisman ink must also be controlled to solidify.

Therefore, the requirements for a talisman array master to control their Qi and blood are very high.

[Humanity Talisman Master (Tier 1 2035/100000)] +20

As the first stroke was made, Shen Yun began to manipulate his qi and blood to control the condensation of the talisman ink while continuously carving the seal.

They must be done simultaneously, and there can be no carelessness whatsoever.

Strategically despise the enemy, tactically take the enemy seriously, and be serious when it comes to fighting.

If the flow of qi and blood is obstructed, the array plate will be rendered useless.