Chapter 1645 : Forging the Chaos Heaven Halberd

This Chaos Heaven Halberd [a powerful polearm forged from primordial chaos], was crafted by Zephyr Daoist from a piece of Peerless Chaos Immortal Material [a supreme-grade ore born from the primordial chaos] he discovered during his travels through the Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before the creation of the cosmos].

That Chaos Ancient Bronze [an ancient bronze alloy tempered in chaos] is a rare Chaos Divine Material [a divine-grade material originating from chaos]. Although it lacks Innate Dao Patterns [the natural, heaven-bestowed patterns that grant profound power], its substance is indestructible, surpassing the durability of many Innate Divine Iron [a divine iron born with innate properties] in terms of sheer material toughness.

When Zephyr Daoist forged the Chaos Heaven Halberd, he inscribed twenty-four layers of Taiyi Dao Patterns [profound Daoist patterns representing the Grand Unity, a fundamental cosmic principle] into it, granting it the power to shatter heavens and crumble earth. Its might ranks among the very pinnacle of Taiyi Ancient Treasure [ancient treasures empowered by the Grand Unity principle].

In theory, if one could fuse twenty-four strands of Innate Qi [the primordial, foundational energy present at the birth of all things] into the Chaos Heaven Halberd, it could undergo a metamorphosis into an Innate Ancient Treasure [an ancient treasure born with innate power, a tier above crafted artifacts].

Of course, ascending to an Innate Ancient Treasure is an exceedingly difficult feat. It requires not only consuming Innate Qi to catalyze the evolution of the Taiyi Dao Patterns within the Chaos Heaven Halberd, but also mastery of an exceptionally profound Artificing Art [the art of crafting magical treasures and artifacts].

Without an Artificing Art at the Ninth Rank High Grade level or above, even gathering twenty-four strands of Innate Qi would likely be insufficient to trigger its transformation into an Innate Ancient Treasure. *Clang!*

As these thoughts flashed through Eldrin Chen's mind, he summoned the Chaos Heaven Halberd with a thought and experimentally swung it through the air.

This Peerless Grand Unity Immortal Treasure [an immortal-tier treasure of the Grand Unity grade] possesses astonishing destructive power. If its full potential could be unleashed, its force would likely rival that of a Mid-Grade Innate Treasure, perhaps even brushing against the domain of a High-Grade Innate Treasure.

However, such a treasure also consumes a vast amount of Mana [the spiritual energy used to power techniques and artifacts]. At the very least, the Mana reserves of a cultivator at the Mid Celestial Immortal Realm are required to barely activate it.

Eldrin Chen's current Mana had not yet reached the level of a Triple Taiyi Foundation [a foundation built upon threefold Grand Unity principles], so he was naturally incapable of unleashing the halberd's ultimate might. Original English translation available at audio . novel . com.

This treasure, after all, was forged from Chaos Divine Gold [a legendary metal born from primordial chaos], possessing an indestructible solidity and a sharpness capable of piercing through Primordial Chaos [the formless, primordial state before creation]. For cultivators practicing Fleshly Body Sanctification [the art of refining one's physical body to an indestructible state], it is the most perfectly suited Supreme [a rank denoting the highest quality] treasure.

Eldrin Chen's Innate Primordial Indestructible Physique [an innate constitution granting a body as durable as primordial matter] was already immensely powerful. Even relying solely on his physical strength, wielding this Chaos Heaven Halberd [a halberd forged from Chaos Divine Gold] to smash down, he could unleash a force capable of destroying anything in its path.

"A fine treasure indeed," he murmured in admiration.

After expressing his praise, Eldrin Chen stored away the Chaos Heaven Halberd.

Aside from the Chaos Heaven Halberd, the other two treasures were the White Jade Purifying Vase [a vase carved from white jade with purifying properties] and the Cyan Meditation Mat [a cyan-colored mat that aids in meditation and cultivation].

The White Jade Purifying Vase was merely a Mortal [the lowest rank, denoting mortal-grade] artifact. Within it were contained two strands of Innate Qi [the primordial, foundational energy present at the birth of the universe], a surprisingly scarce quantity.

Yet this seemed within expectations. Back then, that Zephyr Daoist [a Daoist cultivator] was on the verge of facing his heavenly tribulation. Had he possessed more Innate Qi, he would have either used it to upgrade the Chaos Heaven Halberd to bolster his strength or sold it to exchange for other treasures. It was highly unlikely any would have been left behind.

These two strands of Innate Qi were likely surplus items for Zephyr Daoist. For a powerhouse at the Ancient Immortals [a high cultivation realm] level, two strands could no longer provide significant aid.

This was indeed the case. When Zephyr Daoist took his final inventory before departing, he found these two strands of Innate Qi to be somewhat redundant. Even if fully expended, they might not have increased his combat power by a single iota.

Unwilling to let these treasures go to waste, he initially intended to leave them all for a close friend. However, while communing with the Great Dao [the fundamental principle and path of the universe], he sensed a faint thread of destiny connected to Violet Ye Heaven [a celestial realm] in the distant future.

After much deliberation, he decided to leave a portion of his treasures within Violet Ye Heaven. This act was intended to weave a thread of karmic connection [a metaphysical bond of cause and effect] into the fabric of fate, should his tribulation end in failure.

The Chaos Heaven Halberd and the Innate Qi were both left behind by Zephyr Daoist as a consequence of fate. The final treasure, however, was deliberately placed there by Zephyr Daoist himself, and it was a unique supreme treasure of immeasurable value.

"The Enlightenment Meditation Mat."

Gazing upon that final Cyan Meditation Mat, Eldrin Chen felt a subtle stirring within his heart.

Among the three supreme treasures, the Chaos Heaven Halberd held boundless potential, and the Innate Qi could facilitate the Reverse to Innate process. Yet, in truth, the most precious was this single Cyan Meditation Mat.

This cyan-colored meditation cushion, named the Enlightenment Meditation Mat, possessed an extraordinary origin. It was formed from a single leaf of the Chaos Spiritual Root known as the Ancient Enlightenment Tree [one of the seven primordial spiritual roots of the cosmos, the Tree of Enlightenment].

What manner of supreme treasure is a Chaos Spiritual Root? Throughout the entire Three Thousand Immortal Domains, it is said there exist only seven such roots.

The Ancient Enlightenment Tree is one of those seven Chaos Spiritual Root within the Three Thousand Immortal Domains, and it is the sole Chaos Spiritual Root belonging to the Human Race. It is the companion treasure of Taishi Dao Ancestor.

As a Chaos Spiritual Root, the Ancient Enlightenment Tree naturally possesses wondrous properties. It is said that the Chaos Spiritual Treasure Grand Abyss Sword, wielded by Sage-King of the Grand Abyss, was forged from a sword embryo nurtured by the Ancient Enlightenment Tree and tempered with Chaos Divine Material [primordial divine ore of chaos].

This Enlightenment Meditation Mat before him was merely a manifestation of a single leaf from a Chaos Spiritual Root. Its grade was only that of a High-Grade Innate Treasure, yet it contained a sliver of the Mysterious Profound [profound and mysterious power] inherent to the Ancient Enlightenment Tree.

In ancient times, when Taishi Dao Ancestor broke through to the Primordial Chaos Great Luo Realm, he once delivered a Dao Preaching [a profound discourse on the fundamental truths of cultivation] for all living beings within the Taishi Dao Palace. The multitude who heard him then were seated upon the Enlightenment Meditation Mat [a mystical cushion that aids in meditation and enlightenment] to listen to his teachings.

This treasure possesses no offensive capabilities, nor does it offer any defensive marvels. However, it can assist an Immortal [a cultivator who has ascended to immortality] in comprehending the Dao, and even provides benefits when attempting to break through cultivation realms.

Even for a Half-Step Celestial Immortal [a cultivator on the verge of becoming a true Celestial Immortal] attempting to break through to the Triple Taiyi Foundation [a profound and stable foundation for future ascension], meditating upon this cushion can increase their chances of success by one-tenth. "A truly unique High-Grade Innate Treasure [a treasure born from the primordial chaos, of the highest quality]."

"The value of this Enlightenment Meditation Mat likely approaches that of an Innate Ancient Treasure [an artifact of immense power and antiquity, born from the world's creation]."

Eldrin Chen murmured softly, a wave of fierce joy rising unbidden within his heart.

The Innate Taiyi Immortal Pill [a supreme elixir for establishing the Taiyi foundation], when enhanced with Innate Filth Serpent Gallbladder [a rare gallbladder from a primordial serpent], can increase the odds of breaking through the third Taiyi Foundation by three-tenths. Consuming the Innate Five Elements Fruit [a fruit containing the balanced essence of the five primal elements] can also add another tenth to the chance of achieving the Triple Taiyi Foundation. Support the author by reading on audio-novel dot com.

With the additional tenth of success granted by this Enlightenment Meditation Mat, the total increase for cultivating the Triple Taiyi Foundation becomes a full five-tenths—a fifty percent improvement.

Every Half-Step Celestial Immortal within the Chen Immortal Clan had opened at least the Ninefold Heavens [a metaphorical representation of one's spiritual potential] within themselves. When attempting their breakthrough to the Triple Taiyi Foundation, each possessed a base success rate of at least two-tenths.

As for Lila, who had refined the Innate Frost Soul Spiritual Water [a primordial spiritual water that refines and purifies the soul], even without any external aids, her chances of success ranged between three and four-tenths.

With all these divine treasures combined, the Immortal of the Chen Immortal Clan would have at least a seven or eight-tenth chance—a seventy to eighty percent probability—of successfully breaking through to the Triple Taiyi Foundation. This likelihood was nothing short of astonishing.

"My deepest gratitude, Esteemed Senior."

Eldrin Chen sighed inwardly. These Ancient Immortals possessed means that could pierce the heavens themselves. Even before the great tribulations descended, they could glimpse a sliver of fate's design, deliberately leaving behind these rare treasures for him.

Moreover, each of these treasures was a supreme treasure Eldrin Chen urgently needed. It was clear that Zephyr Daoist had vaguely perceived something dozens of Calamity Tribulation ago and had thus prepared this contingency.

Now, with the Dao Tribulation [the ultimate heavenly trial for cultivators] imminent and the fork in the road to breaking through to Heaven Immortal [the realm of celestial immortals] lying directly ahead, such a treasure was quietly placed before him.

Even if this item was merely the icing on the cake for Eldrin Chen himself, for the sake of his closest kin and his Dao companions, he had no choice but to accept this monumental favor from Zephyr Daoist.

With this thought, Eldrin Chen promptly rose to his feet. He offered a slight bow towards the depths of the Zephyr Dao Palace and spoke. "This junior shamelessly accepts the legacy you have bestowed."

"If, in the future, I can set foot upon the Great Luo Realm [the supreme realm of the Great Luo Golden Immortals], even at a certain cost, I will surely guide your Reincarnation [the cycle of death and rebirth] self and shelter you as you tread the Great Dao [the ultimate path of cultivation] once more." *Hum*

The Violet Ye Palace trembled faintly, as if a strange light flickered briefly within before settling back into stillness.

Seeing this, Eldrin Chen clasped his hands in a final salute. He then collected the three treasures, withdrawing them from within the Violet Ye Palace. This chapter appears courtesy of audio–novel.com.