Douluo Continent: I got the Sharingan at the start!

He had full confidence in both Han Yu and Huang Zheng.

Others might be puzzled by Han Yu's decision to create a humanoid soul tool during the skills assessment, but he vaguely guessed the reason behind it.

Han Yu's goal was simple: to improve his agility and be more adept at maneuvering in the game.

He is an evil soul master, not an ordinary soul master. He doesn't need to rely on offensive soul tools to win in this not-so-large arena.

As for Huang Zheng, Nangong Wan also placed high hopes on him.

Huang Zheng was the Third Elder's most prized disciple, possessing strength approaching that of a seventh-level Soul Master, and his Soul Power cultivation had reached the sixth ring level.

Although his own evil soul master abilities are not particularly outstanding, he has shown extraordinary talent in soul tool making, and he also possesses the powerful List Carving Knife.

The burly man in yellow unexpectedly won first place in the skills assessment, meaning he would likely face the weakest opponent in the first round of the knockout stage. This put the Evening Water Alliance in a very favorable position, and the scales of victory seemed to be tipping in their favor.

"Take a five-minute break. The elimination rounds will officially begin in five minutes." Ye Yulin's voice was calm and powerful, echoing throughout the competition venue.

As soon as the words were spoken, a group of staff rushed onto the competition stage and cleaned up the soul tool crafting tables and scattered materials. The nine soul masters representing the three major forces also stepped down from the competition stage and returned to their respective rest areas for a short rest.

Han Yu ranked second in the skills assessment, and his opponent was the girl in the blue dress from the Ordinary Alliance. He will also make his appearance in the second match.

The order of appearance was arranged simply and clearly, entirely according to the previous rankings: the first place would play against the second place, the third place against the fourth place, the winners would compete for the championship, and the losers would compete for third place.

This arrangement allows the players who go on stage first more time to rest, recover their form, and prepare for the next round, ensuring fairness.

The five-minute buffer period is more like a reassurance, allowing players to calmly respond and adjust their mindset and tactics.

Nangong Wan personally walked to the edge of the competition stage to welcome the triumphant return of Han Yu and the other two.

Han Yu manipulated the humanoid soul tool, steadily walking down the steps, once again proving the practicality and stability of this soul tool.

As the soul tool closed, Han Yu's figure was enveloped within it, like a silver warrior returning from the battlefield.

Although this humanoid soul tool is much smaller in size compared to the behemoth of Mingde Hall, the technology and power it contains are still remarkable.

Ye Yulin's gaze followed Han Yu the whole time, his eyes filled with curiosity and admiration. Witnessing Han Yu manipulate the humanoid soul tool so smoothly and freely, his desire grew even stronger.

"Everyone performed exceptionally well. Now it's time to rest and recover your strength."

Nangong Wan's voice was loud and encouraging, "The reward I promised will be delivered as soon as the competition ends."

"The generous rewards are right here, waiting for you to claim them with your outstanding performance!" He didn't go into too much detail, but simply emphasized the rewards again. He knew that for Han Yu and the other two, rest and recovery were the most important things at this moment.

The Third Elder kept a close eye on Han Yu, carefully observing this amazing humanoid soul tool.

He hadn't sat down until now, and now he stood up, wanting to see more clearly.

This humanoid soul tool is about 2.5 meters tall, with a streamlined design. Its silver-white metal shell shimmers under the light and emits a faint soul power fluctuation.

Its pupils shimmered with a faint golden light, as if they possessed life. Even without elaborate paintwork, this humanoid soul tool was full of technological and powerful aura; if it were further embellished, it would undoubtedly be even more dazzling.

Han Yu didn't sit down to rest immediately. Instead, he manipulated his humanoid soul tool, stood still, closed his eyes, and quietly recovered his depleted mental energy. He needed to adjust his condition as soon as possible to prepare for the upcoming match.

……

A deafening roar echoed through the deep underground warehouse. Prince Xu Guozhong's soul-guided shield shone brightly, resisting the oncoming shockwave.

The underground warehouse was built with exceptional sturdiness, and the elevator section was specially reinforced.

Even a level nine Soul Master like Xu Guozhong had to exert tremendous effort to carve out a passage from the bottom of the elevator with his subordinates to escape.

He brandished the soul tool in his hand, and beams of light slashed at the thick metal plate, sparks flying everywhere.

The subordinates also unleashed their soul skills, coordinating with Xu Guozhong's attacks to gradually widen the exit. Sweat soaked their clothes, but they dared not slacken in the slightest, for they knew that time was life.

Metal shards flew everywhere, hitting the walls with a screeching sound.

The cramped space was filled with the smell of dust and gunpowder. Finally, after continuous efforts, a hole large enough to take one's own place appeared at the bottom of the elevator.

Xu Guozhong was the first to crawl out, then turned around and pulled his subordinates out one by one.

Getting out of the elevator isn't the end of the story; you also have to get out through the elevator shaft.

The eight people floated down the narrow elevator shaft slowly, and the sound of them landing was so slight that it was almost inaudible.

However, the heavy elevator doors once again stood like a steel mountain blocking their way. This was their sixth attempt to breach the doors.

Inside the confined elevator shaft, the air was stifling and filled with the smell of gunpowder, making it feel suffocating.

In their first attempt to destroy the gate, they used a miniature vibrational soul guide device, hoping to use the vibrational force to dismantle the gate's structure, but it only left shallow marks on the metal surface.

For the second explosion, they tried using a high-frequency cutting soul tool. The sharp energy beams cut through the metal, scattering sparks, but they still couldn't break through the gate's defenses.

The third time, they used strong acid to corrode the soul guide, and a pungent smell spread. The metal surface was corroded with pits and craters, but they were still far from breaking through the gate.

The fourth time, they used a small explosive bomb. The violent explosion echoed in the elevator shaft, making their eardrums buzz, but it only blasted open a hole the size of a fist.

The fifth time, they combined various soul tools, first using high-frequency cutting to weaken the metal structure, then attacking with explosive bullets, finally blasting a larger gap in the thick metal door.

However, the door seemed to possess infinite resilience, withstanding their attacks time and time again. Within such a confined space, they dared not use any powerful soul tools.

Otherwise, the shockwave and high temperature generated by the explosion would have been enough to engulf them as well.

Therefore, they could only cautiously use their relatively weak soul tools to bombard the gate, gradually eroding its metal structure. Each bombardment was accompanied by the twisting and cracking of metal, and their tense breathing.

After the bombardment, they took turns using melee soul tools, using sharp blades and heavy warhammers to chop and hammer at the cracks in the door, trying to widen them.

In such a cramped environment, melee soul tools became especially important. They took turns fighting, sweating profusely, each swing of their weapons feeling like a race against time.

Finally, after persistent efforts, a hole half a foot in diameter appeared in the heavy metal door. Seeing this hard-won breakthrough, a glimmer of hope ignited in their hearts.

Eight advanced soul masters simultaneously poured their soul power into their melee soul tools, hacking and expanding the small opening with all their might. Metal shards flew, sparks flew, their arms ached, and their clothes were soaked with sweat.

Time passed slowly, and after seven or eight minutes, the opening was finally widened enough for one person to squeeze through. They took turns crawling out of the narrow exit, breathing in the fresh air with a sigh of relief.

Xu Guozhong followed at the back of the group, his face ashen, like the bottom of a pot.

His heart ached terribly. In his eyes, the warehouse was already his for the taking, but now it had been ravaged by these despicable thieves. The cost of repairing the elevator and elevator shaft alone was astronomical. He wished he could tear these thieves to pieces to vent his anger.

Upon entering the passageway, Xu Guozhong immediately spotted the two guards lying on the ground. Their bodies were already cold and stiff, and their blood stained the ground.

Everyone else could feel the suppressed anger emanating from Xu Guozhong, and no one dared to breathe loudly.

Two men immediately went forward to search the body, and as expected, the key to open the warehouse door was missing.

The group walked quickly into the depths of the warehouse and soon arrived at the door leading to the first floor.

Xu Guozhong, his face grim, took out the key, inserted it into the lock, and tried to open the door. However, just as he had expected, Han Yu had anticipated his arrival and had preemptively sabotaged and modified the internal mechanisms of the door. No matter how he turned the key, the door remained completely still.

"Damn it!" Xu Guozhong could no longer contain his anger and slammed his fist hard against the door, making a deep thud. However, this door was even more sturdy than the elevator door, with a thickness comparable to a heavy gate, and was made entirely of high-strength alloy, its strength comparable to some rare metals.

"Break down the door! Break down the door for me!" Xu Guozhong roared, his voice filled with anger and resentment.

"Your Highness, attacking the gate directly might trigger the defensive soul tool system to open fire on us, this..." an eighth-level soul master beside him immediately warned.

Xu Guozhong's chest heaved violently, his eyes burning with rage that seemed ready to erupt at any moment. He clenched his teeth, veins bulging on his forehead, and his clenched fists cracked.

He knew he had just lost control of his emotions, but how could he remain calm about this damned theft? It wasn't just the loss of precious metals; it was a challenge to his authority! Taking a deep breath, and then another, Xu Guozhong struggled to control his frenzied emotions.

He forced himself to recall the defensive setup inside the tunnel, those powerful soul tools, which he had personally supervised the installation of.

He slowly closed his eyes, and the complex structure of the tunnel appeared in his mind. Metal gates, energy barriers, and countless soul-guided ray emitters intertwined like a spider web, forming an impenetrable defensive system.

He knew that even a ninth-level Soul Master like himself wouldn't dare to venture into this area lightly. A seventh-level Soul Master? They'd probably be torn to shreds by the dense Soul Guidance Rays in an instant!

Xu Guozhong suddenly opened his eyes, the anger in them subsiding, replaced by a chilling killing intent. He realized that anger wouldn't solve the problem; only calm thinking could find a way to defeat the enemy.

He took another deep breath, letting his heartbeat gradually calm down. The cold air rushed into his lungs, making his mind clearer.

He slowly raised his right hand, his index finger tracing patterns in the air as if simulating the structure of the tunnel. He repeatedly considered various possibilities, searching for the best solution.

He knew that the control center of the defense system was located inside the warehouse and could not be controlled from the outside. This meant they had to force their way through and dismantle those powerful defensive soul tools step by step.

Xu Guozhong clenched his fist again, his knuckles cracking crisply. His eyes sharpened as he scanned the surrounding Soul Masters, and he said in a deep voice, "Listen, our target is the warehouse, but the defenses inside the passageway are very tight. We must be careful."

He paused, his tone becoming even more resolute: "First, we need to gradually destroy the defensive soul-guided devices within the passageway to create conditions for the subsequent breach. Remember, the action must be swift, minimizing casualties as much as possible!"

He surveyed the surroundings once more, his eyes filled with undeniable authority: "Now, I order: First squad, attack the energy barrier on the left; second squad, destroy the soul-guided ray emitter on the right; third squad, clear the metal gate ahead. The rest of you, follow me, provide cover and support!"

He abruptly swung his arm down, pointing to the entrance of the passageway, and shouted sharply, "Move!"

Han Yu was completely unaware of his surroundings, immersed in the wondrous state of cultivation. His spiritual and soul power fused together, nourishing his body like a gentle stream, bringing him unparalleled comfort.

The enhancement of his mental strength also accelerated his absorption of the ultimate ice elemental energy. Now, that icy energy has spread below his groin, slowly but steadily transforming his body.

"Break time is over. The first and eighth place winners of the previous skills challenge will now take the stage." The host's voice rang out on stage.

Starry Sky Douluo Ye Yulin stood personally in the center of the arena as the chief referee. He was not originally required to referee, but out of curiosity about Han Yu, he decided to observe Han Yu's skills in manipulating the humanoid soul tool up close.

The burly man in yellow, carrying a massive rapid-fire cannon, strode towards the competition platform. His imposing physique and the powerful cannon complemented each other perfectly, creating an imposing presence. (End of Chapter)