Mythology Returns! Starting with Folklore and Strange Tales

Halfway through the molting process, after noticing a faint rumbling in his body, Zhang Wei immediately moved from the bedside in the bedroom to the toilet in the bathroom.

In a seemingly endless burst of pleasure, he pressed the smart flush button beside him until it left a blurry afterimage.

Zhang Wei covered his nose, his face contorted in a slightly ferocious expression.

That's a bit outrageous.

His transformation shouldn't be like in a storybook, where he wakes up covered in mud and sweat, takes a shower, and washes himself off, and that's it?

While the current situation makes sense, it's disgusting to see bloody molted skin piled up around the bed on one side and frantic spraying on the other. Not to mention, it could cause huge trouble if not handled carefully!

Even during the latter part of his contemplation on the toilet, Zhang Wei could occasionally feel a slightly prickly, scratching sensation...

He squatted there for almost half an hour before he was finally able to get up and leave the toxic-filled bathroom.

Zhang Wei opened the window, letting in the fresh air, and took a deep breath.

Although the recent bout of hemorrhoids and diarrhea was quite exhausting, after the busiest period, Zhang Wei could see that he was much taller than before.

Before the silhouette was taken, he was only 179 cm tall. Now he has grown a head taller, reaching about 185 cm. Not only that, the little belly and some minor ailments he had accumulated during his year of internship have also disappeared, replaced by a angular and bulging body.

He was robust, but not exaggerated. His streamlined figure looked quite perfect even to his own eyes. The robe of murderous aura that emerged from nothingness and transformed into a long robe moved without wind when he put it on. If it weren't for the fact that he was currently missing his long hair and hair bun, Zhang Wei standing by the window would really have the air of an immortal!

After examining himself in the mirror for a while, Zhang Wei, having regained his senses, continued with his earlier observations.

After the two herbs, the last thing left.

He hesitated for a moment, but finally gave them the gold he had found in the Yellow Demon Temple.

Compared to other items, the yellow and white items currently only have one use for Zhang Wei: to convert them into cash. They have no other purpose. However, the other miscellaneous items are also of little value.

Once this was confirmed, several gleaming gold bars and two wooden boxes fell into Zhang Wei's hands one after another, pressing down on his palms. The illusory, floating orbs of light around him also quickly disappeared.

The practice of worshipping deities is no longer possible. Guesthouses don't have statues of the Kitchen God, and even if they did, the owner probably wouldn't allow him to go into places like the kitchen.

Therefore, he was left with only the choice between skills and techniques.

The room before us shifted again, and one after another, illusory figures appeared out of thin air: Blind Wang, Old Liu, the old beggar, the sorceress, the yellow demon...

All the people and creatures Zhang Wei encountered in the seven days within the [Silhouette] turned into illusory shadows before his eyes, but Zhang Wei quickly ignored them all. In the end, the many shadows dissipated, leaving only two figures, one large and one small.

Master Yiming: Successor of Shenxiao (?):

Awakening of Insects Swordplay: Spring thunder falls, all things come to life, the sword is like lightning, slaying evil and eliminating monsters.

The Five Thunder Orthodox Method: Summoning wind and thunder, subduing demons and monsters, praying for rain and clear skies, and stopping floods and droughts.

The Four Seasons Qi Absorption Method: The four seasons cycle, spring brings forth life, winter brings rest; absorbing Qi nourishes the body, prolongs life, and sustains the soul...

The Method of Concentrating the Three Souls and Seven Spirits: The Method of Concentrating the Yang Spirit (Incomplete): Detailed Explanation of Alchemy: Complete Collection of Thunder Talismans and Incantations: Annotations on the Three Classics and Five Canons...

As soon as Zhang Wei's consciousness selected his master, magical techniques were poured in front of him like water, a dense array of spells of all kinds that made him dizzy.

That was secondary; the key issue was that after looking at dozens of methods without reaching the end, he simply dragged the progress bar to the very end, only to be met with a bunch of grayed-out, terrifying-looking spells and supernatural powers:

(?): Thunder Magic (not a silhouette spell, cannot be selected) Heavenly Gang Qi Transformation Method: Incantation Medicine Technique: Essentials of Talisman Water: Detailed Explanation of the Three Flowers and Five Qi; Alchemy; Resurrection, Cloud Riding, Wind and Rain Summoning, Mountain Pushing and Sea Filling, Wind Returning to Fire...

greedy!

I'm really craving it!

If it weren't marked as unavailable, Zhang Wei would have really ignored everything else and just wanted to get his hands on the resurrection device.

Although he probably can't use this advanced spell with his current abilities, using it or not is a completely different concept from having it at all. Having it at least gives him a more precise goal to strive for.

Even if it wasn't a matter of bringing the dead back to life, the remaining spells were all incredibly amazing, and in the end, he even saw a glimpse of the 108 supernatural powers of the Heavenly Stars and Earthly Fiends from traditional stories.

However, the Three Realms also noticed the bug in the silhouette.

While it can't handle these bugs, it's still too easy for it to block Zhang Wei's privileges as a mere traveler!

This prevented Zhang Wei from having any real power or influence, thus avoiding the fantasies of some people who hoped to rise to the top overnight.

Of course, excluding that series of tempting magical powers, just looking at the old Taoist's skill tree alone is ridiculously exaggerated. He even has a fragmented outline for the Yang God. This old Taoist is really going to become an immortal!

Even after removing (?), Zhang Wei wanted to choose every single skill from the old Taoist's skill tree, but unfortunately, he only had one chance to choose.

After a slight hesitation, he decided to suppress his anxiety and take a look at the other person first.

Although this might not be the one to choose, just like a gambler, he always feels there are still good things in the gacha pool if he doesn't spend money on it!

Earth Vein Resentment: Earth Qi and Evil Spirits:

Earth Vein Rebirth: Earth veins transform into dragons, and illusory objects take shape. They can be reborn from the dead and become dragons that soar into the sky (not for use by the living, risks unknown).

The method of bestowing titles upon gods: This involves creating temples and assigning deities, using incense offerings to wield power; it can be used to bestow titles upon mountain gods, land gods, and other similar figures.

Blood Corpse Drowned Servant: Corpse Dragon Body: Earth Dragon Blood (Filth)...

Compared to Yi Ming's skill tree, the Earth Vein Resentment's skill tree wasn't exactly stingy either, but after reviewing it, Zhang Wei found that none of the dozen or so abilities were usable. Either the restrictions were too great, or learning them would gradually turn him into someone other than human.

In the end, it was all for naught!

Let's turn our attention back to Master Yiming.

The Five Thunder Orthodox Method is also recorded in the Five Arts of Shenxiao. The reward from the [Silhouette] settlement may directly give him some experience, but Zhang Wei does not lack this kind of attack method at present. Instead, he should take advantage of this encyclopedia in front of him to make up for his shortcomings.

If we choose based on this purpose, the Jingzhe Sword Technique can be ignored, and the Thunder Talisman and other spells are also optional.

So now he only has two paths to choose from.

The Four Seasons Qi Absorption Method is a legitimate cultivation method, working in conjunction with Qi Refining Techniques. It's an essential option for activating the mana bar, boosting additional attributes, and cultivating other magical abilities!

The Three Souls and Seven Spirits Condensation Technique condenses the three souls and seven spirits into a Yin Spirit, which not only possesses various supernatural abilities but can also directly draw upon moonlight at night, greatly accelerating the speed of cultivation. As long as the Yang Spirit Technique is continued, one can directly advance to the next level.

Combining the Qi Refining Method with the Golden Cup and Silver Plate is an extreme solution for acceleration. Even without the Yang God Method, a complete Yin God is a high-dimensional crushing force against some clandestine schemes!

After some deliberation, he chose...