Chapter 1321 : Alliance of the Ascendant Immortals

Solara let out a sigh of relief and spoke with a smile, "To have brought back these three, it seems we still have a fighting chance in the upcoming battle."

Eldrin Chen nodded and led the group into the Grand Hall.

He swept his gaze over the assembled immortals. After an absence of nearly three Millennium, he found that most within the Immortal Alliance had already digested their gains from the previous conflict.

With the exception of Lyra Jiang, all the immortals of the Immortal Alliance had emerged from seclusion, and their advancements were substantial.

Among them, Solara had refined the Mid-Grade Heaven-Opening Treasure, the Violet Firmament Thunder Dragon Mace. While her cultivation realm had not broken through further, her Mana [the spiritual energy used to power magical arts] reserves had grown significantly.

Two new combatants at the Earth Immortal [a powerful immortal who has forged a connection with the world's essence] level had emerged. The first was naturally Skywind the Daoist, and the second was Verdant Consort.

Having refined the Dao Source [the primordial essence of a being's cultivation path] of both the Violet Radiance Thunder Dragon Ancient Ancestor and the Taicang Black Fish, Verdant Consort had mastered two distinct Daos: the World-Opening True Body [a divine physique capable of withstanding the forces of creation] and Yin-Yang [the fundamental principle of complementary opposites]. Her combat power had now stepped into the domain of an Eight-Calamity Immortal.

Among the Half-Step Earth Immortal [an immortal on the cusp of becoming a true Earth Immortal] combatants, Kael Chen and Eastern Sovereign had seen their strength surge dramatically. Both possessed a Great Luo Foundation [the most supreme and stable foundation for immortal cultivation]. The moment they broke through to the Half-Step Earth Immortal Realm, they immediately entered the combat tier of a Six Tribulations Immortal.

Luna, the Consort and Stella had reached the Five-Tribulation Immortal level in terms of cultivation foundation. However, each possessed a Heaven-Opening Supreme Treasure [a treasure of the highest order, capable of splitting heaven and earth], making their combat power half a step stronger than that of Kael Chen and Qiyuan Chen.

Beyond these Half-Step Earth Immortal combatants from three Millennium ago, the Immortal Alliance had gained one new Half-Step Earth Immortal: the long-established Six Stars Immortal. For uninterrupted reading, go to audio-novel[dot]com.

Since the great war began, Six Stars Immortal has successively refined four High Grade Dao Source [a supreme treasure containing the purest origin of the Dao]. His Deep-Seated Foundation [the profound and unshakable base of a cultivator's power] was finally sufficient, and three hundred years ago, he comprehended the Starry Dao Rule [a divine law governing the power of the stars].

Ethan Chen broke through to the Seventh Level of Immortal Ascension Realm [the seventh tier of the Immortal Ascension cultivation stage], Alistair Lu also broke through to the Seventh Level of Immortal Ascension Realm, and Sylas Ye broke through to the Sixth Level of Immortal Ascension Realm. All three now possessed combat power rivaling the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality [the peak of the Immortal Ascension Realm].

Especially Sylas Ye. Although he was the latest to reach Ascending to Immortality [the Immortal Ascension Realm], he is an Immortal [a being who has ascended to immortality] who simultaneously cultivates Three Dao Fruits [three distinct fruits of the Dao, representing mastery over multiple paths] and possesses Five Spiritual Roots [a rare spiritual constitution attuned to all five elements].

He concurrently cultivates the Path of the Five Elements [a supreme cultivation art harmonizing the powers of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth] and has mastered five Pure Yang Law [divine laws of pure, untainted Yang energy]: the Fire-Sun Divine Thunder, the Water-Flood Divine Thunder, the Metallic Essence [a spiritual essence of pure metallic energy], the Earth-Fortress, and the Wood-First Divine Thunder.

Furthermore, he merged these five Laws of the Dao [fundamental principles of the Great Dao] to comprehend the Five Elements Pure Yang Law. His foundational strength is not far inferior to that of Lyra Jiang in her early days.

Beyond these individuals, nearly all the Immortals who were part of the Immortal Alliance at the war's outset have now reached cultivation levels within the Mid to Late Immortal Ascension Stage [the middle to late stages of the Immortal Ascension Realm].

Figures like the Master of the Dao Palace, Peng the Roc Demon Sage, Lin Tianqi, Caspian Chen, and the Inscription of Sorrow Lord have all reached the seventh or eighth layers of the Ascendant Immortal [a powerful stage within the Immortal Ascension Realm] and possess combat power at the Ninth Level of Ascension to Immortality.

Over these past several Millennium [a period of one thousand years], twenty-seven new Immortal have emerged within the Immortal Alliance, with eleven hailing from the Chen Immortal Clan. The majority of these are from the lineage of the third son, Caelan Chen.

"Unconsciously, nearly A Millennium of Time [one thousand years] have passed since the Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of conflict and heavenly retribution] erupted," Eldrin Chen murmured inwardly, a faint sigh of relief escaping him. "Our Abyssal Immortal Alliance now boasts nearly one hundred Immortal."

Nearly ten thousand years have passed since the Great Tribulation began. Generations of cultivators from the Immortal Alliance have fought and fallen, with the vast majority perishing within the maelstrom of the Great Tribulation. Yet, from this crucible of conflict, some have risen to prominence.

Over the past nearly ten thousand years, the Immortal Alliance has seen over thirty to forty newly ascended Immortals [beings who have transcended mortality and achieved immortality], all of them native to the Immortal Realm [the primary plane of existence for Immortals]. This number can be said to surpass the total of all newly ascended Immortals from the previous tens of thousands of years combined.

Eldrin Chen gave a slight nod, yet a trace of solemnity still lingered on his face.

Thousand Dragons Lake is an exceedingly powerful Blessed Land [a region of exceptionally dense spiritual energy and natural treasures], possessing over a thousand Demon Immortals [demonic beings who have achieved immortality] who are True Dragons [the most powerful and noble lineage of dragon-kind]. Even after enduring great battles and suffering losses exceeding half their combat strength, the number of remaining Demon Immortals still stands at over five hundred.

The forces currently at the Immortal Alliance's disposal still seem somewhat insufficient to face such an enemy.

Thinking of this, Eldrin Chen recounted the events of his journey to the assembled group and then spoke: "The great battle at the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect has concluded. Barring unforeseen circumstances, once Thousand Dragons Lake has finished regrouping, they will march their armies toward the Abyssal Sea Region."

"We will face the onslaught of a formidable Blessed Land. This battle may well be the most perilous conflict we experience throughout this Great Tribulation [a cataclysmic era of fate and conflict]."

"I hope all of you will give your utmost effort and prepare yourselves for a grueling and protracted war." Upon hearing his words, all the Immortals nodded with grave solemnity.

Seeing this, Solara immediately spoke up: "In this coming fight, the enemy possesses two Late Stage Earth Immortals [powerful beings at the pinnacle of the Earth Immortal realm], along with a vast number of Treasure Ships [massive, fortress-like vessels powered by magic] and a great army. Resisting them will not be easy for us."

"Fortunately, you have already severely damaged the Thousand Dragon Ancient Ship and seized three of its World-Ending Cannons [cataclysmic siege weapons of immense destructive power]. We have been spared our greatest threat."

"Even so, to contend with three Earth Immortal Progenitors [the founding ancestors of a lineage, possessing Earth Immortal power], we must still concentrate all our strength." Eldrin Chen also nodded, his expression calm as he stated, "I have already sent word to Earth Spring Ancient Ancestor and Supreme Profound Deity. With the aid of the three from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, our position is strengthened."

"Once more, we face the peril of 'when the lips are gone, the teeth feel the cold' [a situation where the loss of one ally directly endangers another]. I believe those two would be willing to lend us their aid."

His words brought a measure of calm to the hearts of those assembled.

Given the current situation, with the combat power of Eldrin Chen and Patriarch of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, both at the Earth Immortal Sixth Layer realm, plus the two Earth Immortal [powerful cultivators who have transcended mortality and attained a profound connection with the earth's spiritual veins] from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect, along with Solara, Verdant Consort, and Skywind the Daoist, they now possessed the equivalent of seven Earth Immortal-level combatants.

If they could further add Supreme Profound Deity and Earth Spring Ancient Ancestor to their ranks, the Abyssal Sea Region would boast nine such Earth Immortal-tier forces.

With strength of this magnitude, it should be sufficient to contend with a single Seventh Level Earth Immortal. Furthermore, bolstered by the power of the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation [a grand defensive array that channels the power of the celestial stars], they would likely have the means to stand their ground even if both the Late Stage Earth Immortal and the forces of Thousand Dragons Lake launched a full-scale assault.

Contemplating this, the Patriarch of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect spoke, "I have brought some of our sect's Deep-Seated Foundation [profound foundational resources accumulated over generations by an immortal sect] which can be used to further fortify the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation." For the best reading experience, visit audio_novel.com.

"Good."

Eldrin Chen nodded in agreement, then produced three World-Ending Cannon [colossal siege weapons of immense destructive power]. "I must enter seclusion. Deploy these three World-Ending Cannon upon the Three Enclosures Archipelago. They may serve as a potent deterrent."

The others nodded thoughtfully. Verdant Consort then voiced her analysis:

"These World-Ending Cannon, spanning a million Li-lengths [one Li-length equals five hundred meters], are far too cumbersome to be of any use against an Immortal [a being who has ascended to a higher plane of existence, possessing immense power]. However, stationed upon an Immortal Island [a landmass imbued with profound spiritual energy, often serving as a cultivator's base], they could prove highly effective in countering Heaven-Opening Ancient Ship [ancient, massive vessels capable of traversing the void] and Mountain Guardian Grand Formation [powerful defensive arrays anchored to a mountain's spiritual veins]."

"We can use this World-Ending Cannon to bombard the high-tier Treasure Ship of Thousand Dragons Lake, thereby lessening the pressure on the Mountain Guardian Grand Formation."

"That is precisely my thought as well."

Eldrin Chen gave a nod. Having conveyed his instructions, he rose and declared, "There remains some time before the confrontation. I shall enter seclusion to cultivate, to better prepare for the impending Great Tribulation."

"During this period, I entrust the operation of the Zhou Heavenly Stars Grand Formation to your capable hands." Upon hearing this, the assembled immortals bowed respectfully and withdrew.

However, the three Earth Immortal [powerful cultivators who have ascended to a profound realm of power and longevity] from the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect remained. The Patriarch of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect clasped his hands in salute and spoke, "I have observed your combat prowess, Fellow Daoist [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator]. It is clear you have already stepped into the Nine Calamities Domain [a legendary and perilous stage of cultivation where one faces nine great tribulations]."

"To advance further, one must either break through to the Earth Immortal Realm [the next major realm of cultivation, representing immense power and near-immortality], or else require a Peerless Rare Treasure [an artifact of unparalleled rarity and power]."

"Now that my disciple, Qingxuan, has fallen in battle, the two Spiritual Root [a plant of immense spiritual power, often foundational to cultivation or alchemy] I had painstakingly gathered for him over the years shall be gifted to you, Fellow Daoist. Let this serve as repayment for your life-saving grace in this conflict."

So saying, the Patriarch of the Verdant Stream Ancient Sect retrieved from his Earth Immortal World [a personal pocket dimension or inner world cultivated by an Earth Immortal] two ancient trees of awe-inspiring majesty.

Eldrin Chen glanced at them, and a flicker of surprise crossed his features. The two ancient trees were magnificent and profoundly mystical.

One shimmered with a Chaos Radiance [a primordial, formless light representing the state before creation], its surface etched with intricate Dao Patterns [natural markings that embody the principles of the Dao, the fundamental law of the universe]. The other stood straight and towering, resembling a veritable Heaven-Piercing Tree [a mythical tree said to reach into the heavens]. Your portal to cultivation novels: site: audio-novel.com.