Chapter 1243 : The Gathering Storm of Tribulation

Eldrin Chen spoke with a measured tone, a thread of melancholy woven into his heart.

Compared to these long-famed Demon Immortal deities [powerful beings who have ascended to a high level of cultivation], he, having ascended a mere fifty thousand years ago, was considered young and tender, naturally unable to match them.

Therefore, in this impending Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic cosmic cycle of calamity and renewal], he could only serve as a supporting leaf amidst the turmoil, forced to navigate the currents of fate and strive for survival within the tribulation's grasp.

Whether he could ultimately cross this tribulation safely depended entirely on his own fortune and serendipitous encounters.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen sighed and said,

"The Great Tribulation approaches. It is time for us to make our preparations."

Hearing his words, the assembled immortals nodded in agreement. Kael Chen immediately inquired, "Since that is the case, what should we do now?"

Eldrin Chen did not answer immediately. Instead, he asked, "Over these years, how has the refinement of the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation [a grand defensive array harnessing the power of celestial bodies] within the Abyssal Sea progressed?"

"The Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation [another name for the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation, a vast stellar array]," one immortal murmured.

Upon hearing this, the eyes of all the immortals present flickered with subtle understanding. Find this and other novels at audio-novel.com.

Since Eldrin Chen took stewardship over the Abyssal Sea, he has mobilized the Various Great Immortal Clans within it to perfect the Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation [a vast, starry defensive array spanning the heavens] of the Abyssal Sea.

This monumental undertaking is vast in scope and carries profound implications. It has involved over ten thousand Immortal Clan [powerful clans of cultivators] from across the Abyssal Sea and has been ongoing for tens of thousands of years.

The Formation [a complex magical array or defensive system], crafted over millennia by harnessing the combined strength of an entire sea, is truly staggering. It encompasses over thirty thousand islands, both large and small, and even utilizes a full nine Immortal Island [islands of immense spiritual power] as its Formation Eye [the core nodes or anchors of a magical formation].

Now, hearing Eldrin Chen bring up the matter, the Master of the Dao Palace stroked his long beard and said, "Our Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation is primarily centered on the Celestial Sand Sea Region, radiating its power to the surrounding nine Immortal Island."

"It incorporates the Yin-Yang Formation [a formation based on the duality of Yin and Yang], the Three Enclosures Grand Formation [a formation modeled after the three celestial enclosures], the Four Symbols Formation [a formation based on the four celestial beasts], and also the Cosmic Myriad Stars Formation [a formation mimicking the myriad stars of the cosmos]."

"Among these, the Yin-Yang Formation, with the Lunar and Solar Twin Islands at its core and supported by two thousand Spirit Island [islands rich in spiritual energy] as auxiliary Formation Eye, has been completely finalized."

"The Three Enclosures Grand Formation, cultivated for tens of thousands of years, is long perfected with its Three Enclosures Immortal Islands serving as the main Formation nodes. Over three thousand supporting Spirit Island have also had their Formation arrays laid down."

"The four main arrays of the Four Symbols Immortal Islands are also complete, though the Formation Tool [a magical artifact used to power or control a formation] employed are all Mid Grade Immortal Treasure [a mid-tier level of powerful enchanted artifact]. Furthermore, only a majority of the auxiliary Formation Eye have been finished."

"The remaining Cosmic Myriad Stars Formation still lacks a significant portion before completion."

As the Master spoke in detail, Eldrin Chen gradually came to a full understanding of the situation.

His brow furrowed slightly, and after a moment of contemplation, he spoke: "As one of the primary Formation Eye [the core nodes that power and control a formation] of the Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation [a vast celestial defensive array], merely setting up a High-Grade Immortal Formation [a powerful defensive array used by immortals] on the Four Symbols Immortal Islands [four sacred islands representing the celestial beasts] will likely be insufficient. We must replace the Formation Tool [the enchanted artifacts used to anchor and power a formation] and thoroughly modify the grand array."

"Furthermore, the thirty thousand Spirit Island [islands imbued with concentrated spiritual energy] that form the stellar constellations of the Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation are also crucial to the Formation's [a structured arrangement of energy channels and nodes for defense, attack, or cultivation] overall potency. Therefore, we must complete their deployment with all haste."

The assembled immortals nodded in agreement. After a brief moment of thought, Ancestor Black Tortoise spoke: "With our current personnel, deploying these formations is feasible. However, such an undertaking will undoubtedly consume a truly staggering amount of resources."

"That is of no concern."

Eldrin Chen shook his head and stated plainly, "The resources at our disposal are more than sufficient."

His words gave the immortals pause. To deploy thirty thousand Spirit Island formations at once required a wealth of resources so vast it was difficult to fathom. They had not expected Eldrin Chen to be able to produce it so readily.

However, Qiyuan Chen and Kael Chen were not surprised. The treasures they had acquired from within the Abyssal Abode of Bliss [a legendary realm of profound spiritual abundance] were simply too immense.

Whether it was Supreme Grade Immortal Treasure [the highest tier of immortal artifacts] of Deep-Seated Foundation [a profound and stable foundational cultivation level] grade, or ordinary Immortal Treasures [artifacts used by immortals] and Pure Yang Spiritual Object [objects infused with pure Yang spiritual essence], their collective value rivaled the accumulated wealth of a major Blessed Land [a region of exceptionally concentrated spiritual energy] over hundreds of thousands of years.

With such a monumental fortune at their command, provisioning resources for thirty thousand Spirit Island was more than manageable.

With the matter thus decided, a collective sigh of relief passed through the assembly of immortals.

This Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation [a grand defensive array that mimics the cosmos] was utterly astonishing. Not only did it utilize nine Immortal Island [islands imbued with immortal energy] as its Formation Eye [the core nodes that power and control a formation], but it was also formed by merging tens of thousands of lesser arrays into one colossal whole.

According to Eldrin Chen's calculations, if he personally presided over the formation's activation and it was powered jointly by the more than twenty Immortal [beings who have ascended to immortality] within the Immortal Alliance, the defensive might it could unleash would likely be sufficient to withstand assaults from a Late Stage Earth Immortal [a powerful immortal who has reached the advanced stage of earthly immortality] powerhouse.

"Once this Formation is fully established, the World's Primordial Qi [the primal, foundational energy of the world] within the Abyssal Sea will coalesce into a unified whole. Unless specifically targeted by the Heaven's Malignance Tribe or the Western Abyss Dragon Palace, our defensive capabilities should be more than adequate."

"However, relying solely on the Formation means we would be passively weathering attacks. Our means of counter-offensive are still insufficient."

With this thought, Eldrin Chen inquired further, "What is the progress on the construction of the several Ancient Vessel [massive, ancient warships used for warfare and transport]?"

The one overseeing this project was Separated Flame Phoenix. Hearing Eldrin Chen's question, she replied, "The Tengshe Ancient Warship [an ancient warship named after the mythical Tengshe serpent] has been completed. However, the Crimson Dragon Warship [an ancient warship named after the Crimson Dragon] is only slightly more than halfway finished. We still lack a vast quantity of materials to complete its construction." Find this and other novels at audio_novel.com.

Upon hearing this, Eldrin Chen's brow furrowed slightly.

Constructing an Ancient Vessel was no simple feat. Such war Ancient Vessel were true Clan-Suppressing Supreme Treasure [supreme treasures powerful enough to secure a clan's legacy and deter enemies].

The materials consumed for a single war Ancient Vessel were oceanic in scale, its value ten times that of an Immortal Treasure [a treasure forged for and used by immortals] of equivalent rank.

From what Eldrin Chen knew, just one Tengshe Ancient Warship had already consumed over one million logs of Fifth Rank and Sixth RankSpirit Wood [wood infused with spiritual energy], and tens of millions of logs of Fourth RankSpirit Wood.

Each component forged from such a vast quantity of precious Spirit Wood is akin to a Magical Treasure, a Spiritual Treasure, or even a Pure Yang Spiritual Treasure in its own right.

Furthermore, within the Treasure Ship are numerous Immortal Rank parts crafted from Immortal Treasures [rare objects of immense spiritual power]. The convergence of so many extraordinary Spiritual Object [spiritual materials and artifacts] into a single, awe-inspiring Ancient Vessel results in a power that is truly staggering to behold.

A top-tier, seventh-tribulation Ancient Salvation Ark may lack the agility of a Half-Step Earth Immortal [a cultivator on the cusp of the Earth Immortal realm], yet its defensive capabilities and its sheer destructive force against Formation [magical arrays and defensive barriers] rival even those of an Earth Immortal Progenitor.

Thus, each additional supreme seventh-rank Ancient Salvation Ark significantly bolsters the clan's Deep-Seated Foundation [profound and enduring foundational strength], making it an indispensable asset for the Chen Immortal Clan.

"A shortage of Spiritual Object [spiritual materials], then?"

Eldrin Chen murmured to himself. After a moment of contemplation, he continued, "Lyra and I, along with the others, still possess some spiritual rarities. Let us allocate them first to complete the construction of the Crimson Dragon Treasure Ship."

"Agreed."

Separated Flame Phoenix gave a nod, finalizing the decision.

Observing the assembly, Eldrin Chen then swept his gaze around the room and spoke, "This impending Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic heavenly trial] will be the first encounter for all present. Its perils are profound and inscrutable."

"To navigate its passage, we must unite our efforts with unwavering resolve. I implore all esteemed Elder to dedicate your utmost focus to perfecting the Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation [the Grand Array of the Cosmic Starry Sky] in its entirety."

The assembled immortals nodded in agreement upon hearing this. Master of the Dao Palace spoke up immediately, "In the past, when the Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation was deployed in the Purple Realm, we personally participated in its arrangement."

"Although the current Cosmic Starry Sky Grand Formation is hundreds and thousands of times more powerful, we ourselves are also far beyond what we were in those bygone days."

"The Alliance Lord can set his mind at ease. Leave this matter to us."

"Very well."

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen allowed a faint smile to grace his lips and set the matter aside.

With that, the council meeting concluded. Eldrin Chen saw off the various Immortal Alliance Elders and then returned to his Cultivation Cave.

Within the Cultivation Cave, Eldrin Chen, Lyra Jiang, and Verdant Consort sat facing one another. Lila and Yvonne the Violet Consort had also gathered nearby.

Before Eldrin Chen could even speak, Lila could no longer contain her impatience. She couldn't help but blurt out, "How were the gains from this journey?" Read the full novel exclusively on audio-novel*com.