Chapter 919 : The Forging of a Thunder God

That Ten Thousand Tribulations Thunder God is no simple matter. Legend holds it is one of the Nine Heavens Thunder God, a true Postnatal Divine Spirit [a divine being born from the world's essence after its creation].

Such Divine Spirits are beings on par with the Mythical Immortal Seed. They are the ultimate existences born from the womb of heaven and earth, emerging with at least the cultivation level of a Primordial Spirit [the spiritual core of a cultivator] Great Perfection. With but a little cultivation, they can achieve Ethereal Ascension [transcendence to an ethereal, immortal state].

Strictly speaking, beings like the Supple Wood Azure Dragon and the Solar Fire Vermilion Bird also fall into the category of Postnatal Divine Spirit. They themselves are supreme lifeforms born from the world's Five Elements Power [the fundamental energies of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water].

These Postnatal Divine Spirit are too powerful, born from Heaven and Earth Ancestral Vein [the primordial spiritual arteries of the world]. Once formed, they are almost certain to become immortals, hence they are bestowed the supreme honorific of Divine Spirits.

That Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Hall Master was hailed, seventy thousand years ago, as the one most likely to achieve immortality, a talent that could truly be called peerless under heaven.

Using an Immortal-rank Spiritual Object [an object imbued with profound spiritual power] as a catalyst, he fused the remnant souls of several dozen Primordial Solar Path Lord into the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain, then subjected it to endless washing and nurturing by the Primordial Thunderclap Ancestral Vein.

Given tens of thousands of years, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Hall Master would likely have succeeded in nurturing a true Thunder God.

Yet how could the Outer Realm Demon God [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this realm] stand idly by? In that great battle, despite being caught between the assaults of the seniors from the Purple Seal Realm, the Outer Realm Demon God shattered the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain, severing its Ancestral Vein [its foundational spiritual artery].

After that conflict, the vast Near-Immortal Rank Ancestral Vein collapsed completely. Deprived of its nurturing ground, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being could only wander within the ruins of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain.

There, it was eroded by killing intent and resentment, its divine intellect clouded until it descended into a state of profound confusion. Support the author by reading on audio . novel . com.

In ages past, the predecessors of the Purple Seal Realm were unable to cleanse the lingering resentment of the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being [a spirit born from the immense power of a heavenly tribulation], leaving it to wander aimlessly within the Ten Thousand Tribulations Sea.

It was not until today, when Eldrin Chen came here personally and used the Manjushri Scripture [a profound Buddhist scripture for guiding souls to liberation] to guide its departed soul to peace, that it was finally awakened.

"A Divine Spirits [a being of immense divine power, a step above immortals] whose gestation failed," Eldrin murmured.

Gazing at the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being before him, Eldrin Chen let out a sigh, an expression of helplessness coloring his features.

In all fairness, the Purple Seal Realm held no shortage of hidden aces. Whether it was the Supple Wood Azure Dragon [a legendary dragon of wood and life] or the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Divine Spirit before him now, had their gestation succeeded, they would most likely have ascended to immortality.

Alas, what they ultimately lacked was time. The Outer Realm Demon God [a powerful demonic entity from beyond this realm] simply did not grant them the chance to mature.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen addressed the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being before him. "Senior, now that your spirit has even recovered its consciousness, is there still a chance for you to continue gestating into a true Divine Spirits?"

"Absolutely none," the spirit replied.

The Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being shook its head, its form flickering with faint arcs of light. "My gestation process was forcibly interrupted, making further advancement inherently difficult. Moreover, the Purple Seal Realm no longer possesses any Ancestral Vein [a supreme-grade spiritual energy leyline] of the thunder attribute."

As it spoke these words, its voice trailed off for a moment, as if hesitating.

He cast a glance at Eldrin Chen and then spoke, "Judging by your foundation and combat prowess, you must be the one destined to face this tribulation."

"Although my Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain has crumbled, a third of its foundational power remains. Perhaps it can lend you a hand."

With these words, Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being stood up and said, "Follow me."

Hearing this, Ethan Chen couldn't help but look up at Eldrin Chen.

Seeing Eldrin Chen nod in agreement, he then spoke, "We are obliged, Senior. Please lead the way."

The three of them proceeded forward and soon arrived before a colossal, sundered divine mountain.

Eldrin Chen surveyed the scene. The immense peak was perpetually shrouded in an endless Sea of Thunder [a vast expanse of concentrated heavenly thunder energy], ceaselessly battered by Thunderclap [a powerful, concussive blast of thunder].

"This place is called the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain. In ancient times, it was the tallest peak in the Purple Seal Realm, piercing the clouds of the Nine Heavens [the highest celestial realm]. It could draw upon the power of the Nine HeavensHeavenly Thunder Tribulation [the supreme heavenly thunder used for cultivation tribulations], which is how the Myriad Tribulation Thunder MountainAncestral Vein [a supreme-grade spiritual energy leyline] was formed," murmured Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being, introducing the mysteries of this place to the group.

Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being continued his low narration, explaining the arcane secrets of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain to the others.

Eldrin Chen ascended the mountain and soon reached the summit of this truncated divine peak, witnessing a scene of breathtaking, ancient rarity.

Upon reaching the summit of Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain, one feels as if standing at the very edge of the Nine Heavens. The boundless sea of clouds lies beneath one's feet, creating an illusion that one could pluck the Stellar [the celestial bodies, stars and planets] from the sky with a mere stretch of the hand.

Atop this divine peak, billions of Thunderclap [deafening peals of thunder] howl as they descend. The endless roar of the Thunderclap drowns out all other sound, transforming the vast expanse of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain into a seething, incandescent ocean of lightning.

"Tens of thousands of years ago, the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain stood several times taller than it does today,"

"Alas, it was shattered by a single blow from an Outer Realm Demon God, its greater portion collapsing into the depths of the Eastern Sea."

The Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being murmured, then led Eldrin Chen to the very heart of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain—to the edge of a lightning pool filled with a violet, liquid radiance.

"This is the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid [a liquid essence condensed from the power of heavenly thunder tribulations]." Continue reading this story at AUDIO-NOVEL.COM.

Eldrin Chen's pupils contracted sharply as he beheld the sight before him, a wave of astonishment washing over him.

The liquid within the lightning pool was actually formed from the convergence of Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid.

It was common knowledge that Thunderclap represented the most formidable form of Slaughter [destructive] energy. It contained an overwhelmingly domineering Power of Oblivion [the annihilating force that erases existence], renowned throughout the world as the most tyrannical power.

This Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid, being condensed from infinite Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the celestial trials of thunder and lightning], should logically be the most terrifying concentration of Power of Oblivion imaginable.

Yet as the saying goes, extremes beget their opposites. When the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial of thunder and lightning] coalesces into a pool of precious liquid, it paradoxically nurtures an incomparably vigorous life force within it.

Therefore, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid [a legendary liquid refined from the essence of heavenly thunder tribulations] simultaneously possesses the dual powers of Oblivion [utter annihilation] and life. It can not only temper a cultivator's physical body, mana, and even soul, but also nourish their Vital Essence, Energy, and Spirit [the three foundational aspects of a cultivator's being], preventing them from being destroyed by the liquid's overwhelming potency.

Thus, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid is exceedingly rare, hailed as a supreme treasure of heaven and earth, an unparalleled elixir for cultivating the physical body and comprehending thunder-based Divine Ability [supernatural arts and techniques].

"This Thunder Pool is one of the three supreme treasures of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain. I placed it upon the severed peak of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain [a legendary mountain that attracts and endures countless heavenly tribulations], channeling the power of the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation for eighty thousand years to accumulate this single pool of liquid," the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being [a sentient being born from the essence of heavenly thunder tribulations] explained calmly. After a moment, it continued, "With the aid of this, even if it cannot help you forge an Immortal Body [a perfect, immortal physical constitution], it should be sufficient to advance your physical cultivation to the Demigod Realm [a realm where the body approaches divine perfection]."

"However, the Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Liquid is far too potent. Without a physical body at the Primordial Spirit 9th Tier [the ninth and highest tier of the Primordial Spirit realm], attempting to cultivate within it would likely result in the destruction of both body and soul."

Eldrin Chen nodded, taking a deep, steadying breath.

His physical body had already reached the Great Completion stage. Every step of progress from this point onward would be immeasurably difficult.

By his own estimation, even with the assistance of the Five Thunders Body Tempering Great Art [a supreme art for tempering the body with the power of five types of thunder] and leveraging the power of the Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain, it would likely take him a thousand years to cultivate his body to the Demigod Realm.

As for achieving a true Immortal Body, that would probably require another three to five thousand years of dedicated effort.

With the aid of this Thunder Pool now, he faintly sensed his physical body might advance another step.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen cupped his hands and said, "Such a precious treasure, for you to entrust it to me for use, I fear I am somewhat unworthy of such favor."

"There is no need for that." Heavenly Thunder Tribulation Spirit Being shook his head, speaking frankly, "For me, your act of awakening my consciousness is already a kindness as vast as the heavens."

"I only hope that after you receive the baptism of the Thunder Pool, you can forge your Immortal Body sooner and quell the great calamity. That would also count as avenging my Myriad Tribulation Thunder Mountain."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen ceased his polite refusals. Cupping his hands once more, he declared, "Senior, rest assured. If I can pacify the Demonic Abyss Cataclysm, I will certainly journey to the Depths of the Starry Sky to seek treasures before my ascension."

"If I can find suitable Spiritual Objects, I will use them to repair the various Earth Veins of the Purple Seal Realm. By that time, fellow Daoist, you might yet have a sliver of a chance to reconnect with your Path." Continue reading this story at audio_novel.com.