Chapter 292 : The Gathering of Immortal Clans

Of course, Golden Core Cultivator [a cultivator who has formed a Golden Core, a major milestone representing immense power and longevity] are as rare as one in a hundred million. An Anomalous Spiritual Root [a rare and superior type of spiritual root that grants exceptional talent] is considered a seed for the Golden Core [the solidified core of spiritual energy formed within a high-level cultivator] realm, a pinnacle already unattainably high for countless souls.

Even if one forges a Great Luo Golden Core [the highest grade of Golden Core, representing supreme potential and foundation], the path to Immortal Ascension remains distant and uncertain, offering merely a sliver of possibility rather than a guaranteed chance.

"The road to immortality is long and arduous, the Dao obstructed and the journey great." Eldrin Chen murmured to himself. "The only thing I can do is tread firmly upon each step before me."

Having settled his thoughts, Eldrin Chen then convened with the others to finalize the roster for the coming battle.

With the exception of Silas, Caleb, and Lior, who would remain behind to guard the clan, every single Purple Mansion Cultivator [a cultivator who has opened their Purple Mansion, a higher spiritual sea within the dantian] would take part, including Eldrin Chen himself and the Old Patriarch.

Fifty Foundation Establishment Cultivator [cultivators who have solidified their foundation, a major step above Qi Refinement] would be mobilized, along with five thousand Qi Refinement Cultivators [cultivators in the initial stage, refining the vital energy within their bodies].

Mobilizing such a vast force was not the work of a single day, but the Elder Council would handle the arrangements.

Meanwhile, Eldrin Chen and the Old Patriarch proceeded to Green Sun Mountain. With the Beast Tide Calamity [a periodic, devastating invasion by hordes of demonic beasts] imminent, Lyra Jiang had summoned the major immortal clans under the banner of the Heaven's Ruin Alliance to discuss strategies for the coming conflict.

Upon their arrival at the Heaven's Ruin Alliance, they found the leaders of the various clans had already assembled.

Entering the Reception Hall at Green Sun Mountain, Eldrin Chen noted that more than twenty Purple Mansion Cultivator had gathered for this council. This chapter is provided by audio-novel .c om. Support the original.

After over a century of development, the Purple Mansion cultivators [cultivators who have opened their spiritual Purple Mansion, the third major cultivation realm] under the banner of the Heaven's Ruin Alliance had regained their former glory. By this time, the dozen or so Purple Mansion Immortal Clans [powerful cultivation families with Purple Mansion cultivators as their core] under Heaven's Ruin's command, when combined, boasted close to fifty Purple Mansion cultivators.

Among them, the Chen Clan with its nine Purple Mansion cultivators was naturally the strongest lineage, followed by the Fang Clan and the Xu Clan.

Having developed over many years, the Xu Clan now also possessed four Purple Mansion cultivators, including Xavier Xu, who was at the False Core Realm [a quasi-Golden Core state, the pinnacle before true Golden Core formation].

The Fang Clan was even more impressive, now fielding five Purple Mansion cultivators. Their leader was Qingmei Fang, also known as Fang the Ancient Ancestor, who had also reached the False Core Realm.

Of the remaining immortal clans, the strongest was the Qian Immortal Clan. Their Ancient Ancestor had since passed away in meditation, and with Qian Xingming having fallen to Mordecai Lin's hand, they had lost two Purple Mansion, Late Stage [advanced Purple Mansion cultivators] over the decades.

However, a starved camel is still larger than a horse. Relying on compensation and their accumulated Deep-Seated Foundation [deep-seated foundation and resources], the Qian Clan had managed to nurture three more Purple Mansion cultivators.

In terms of sheer numbers of Purple Mansion cultivators, the Qian Clan still possessed six, second only to the Chen Immortal Clan. Yet, without a False Core cultivator to anchor their strength, they ultimately could not compare to the several great immortal clans that had risen to prominence in recent years.

After exchanging greetings with Xavier Xu, Fang the Ancient Ancestor, and the others, Eldrin Chen turned his gaze to Xu Darius with a smile.

"Congratulations are in order, Fellow Daoist Xavier [a respectful term for a fellow cultivator], for having now reached the Purple Mansion, Late Stage."

"How could I compare to the two of you, whose progress has been so divinely swift?"

Xu Darius replied with a courteous smile. His age was similar to that of the Old Patriarch, being just over two hundred and fifty years old. Having already cultivated to the Purple Mansion Seventh Layer [the seventh stage of the Purple Mansion realm], his future prospects were undoubtedly vast.

A century ago, when this man's cultivation was at the Purple Mansion Third Layer, the Old Patriarch was merely at the Foundation Establishment Ninth Layer. Yet, a hundred years later, the Old Patriarch had already reached the Purple Mansion Eighth Layer, clearly having caught up and surpassed him.

This was due to the boundless wonders of the Spirit Peach Tree. The preciousness of a Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root [a spiritual plant born from the convergence of heaven and earth's essence] needs no elaboration. Any Purple Mansion Immortal Clan that obtained one would see its Deep-Seated Foundation [the fundamental spiritual and resource base of a clan or sect] skyrocket instantly.

After all, even the lowest-grade Fourth Rank Heaven and Earth Spiritual Root is a form of Deep-Seated Foundation typically possessed only by Golden Core Immortal Clan.

Thanks to the nourishment provided by the Spirit Peach Tree, the Old Patriarch's cultivation progress had indeed been remarkably swift. At this pace, he would most likely attempt his Golden Core breakthrough around the age of two hundred and seventy or two hundred and eighty.

After exchanging pleasantries, Eldrin Chen greeted the assembled crowd with a smile.

Aside from Xavier Xu, Percival Pan of the Pan Family had also advanced a step in his cultivation, breaking through to the Purple Mansion Seventh Layer.

This man, after all, possessed an Anomalous Spiritual Root [a rare and powerful variant of spiritual root]. It was said he had broken through the threshold of the Purple Mansion Seventh Layer after consuming just a single Violet Qi Cloud-Vein Pill.

Beyond these familiar faces from Bianzhou, Eldrin Chen noticed several new, unfamiliar countenances among the crowd, and the absence of some old acquaintances.

Time flowed relentlessly. Although Purple Mansion Cultivator enjoyed long lifespans, even their journey ultimately had an end.

Where new Purple Mansion [the third major realm of cultivation, where one forms a spiritual mansion within the dantian] cultivators are born, old Purple Mansion Cultivator ones pass away. Within the vast expanse of the Chu Kingdom Great Wilderness [a vast, untamed, and perilous region], the rise of some is always mirrored by the fading of others.

Eldrin Chen spotted two new Purple Mansion Late Stage Cultivators. One was Wang Qingxuan from the Wang Clan of Boyang County, and the other was the Clan Patriarch of the Su Immortal Clan from Qing Province, Su Qianming.

That Wang Qingxuan had already reached the fifth layer of the Purple Mansion realm during Varen Wei's Purple Mansion ascension banquet. Now, after seventy or eighty years, she had finally broken through to the Purple Mansion Seventh Layer.

However, her lifespan had already exceeded three hundred and seventy years. Even after consuming a Longevity Pill [a pill that extends a cultivator's natural lifespan], her remaining years were few, and her hope of ever breaking through to the Golden Core [the fourth major realm, where one condenses a golden spiritual core] realm was virtually nonexistent.

As for Su Qianming, he had some connection to Lyra Jiang's disciple, Su Mingwei. It was said that Su Mingwei was a Rogue Cultivator [a cultivator without sect or clan affiliation] who had emerged from the Su Immortal Clan, though the two had long since severed their ties.

After exchanging greetings with the others, Eldrin Chen noticed Lyra Jiang approaching. He stepped forward to stand beside her. This chapter appears courtesy of audio-novel.com (official site).

Their eyes met, and Lyra Jiang smiled faintly. "It seems your seclusion was quite fruitful."

"Indeed," Eldrin Chen nodded, calmly taking her hand. "My cultivation of the Five Elements Divine Thunder [a supreme divine ability harnessing the power of the five fundamental elements] yielded significant gains. You might consider cultivating the Pure Yin Five Elements Divine Thunder [a rare and potent variant of the Five Elements Divine Thunder, aligned with Yin energy] in the future."

"Is that so?"

Lyra Jiang's eyes flickered slightly. The Pure Yin Five Elements Divine Thunder was even rarer than its counterpart, the Pure Yang Five Elements Divine Thunder.

Over these years, she had only managed to locate three of the Divine Thunders: the First Wood, the Yin Fire, and the Refined Gold. The remaining two, the Earth-Fortress and the Sunflower Water Divine Thunder [a powerful thunder technique harnessing the essence of Sunflower Water], were exceedingly rare. It was said they might very well be lost to time, or at the very least, they were incredibly difficult to find within the Ji Continent.

"Take a look at this first."

Suppressing her thoughts, she handed a letter to Eldrin Chen.

Eldrin Chen took the letter and read it, discovering it contained detailed intelligence regarding the strength of the Demonic Tribe [a collective term for monstrous, sentient beasts and their factions].

After a brief exchange, the two walked to the main seats. Lyra Jiang swept her gaze over the assembled group and then began to address the main issue.

"Esteemed colleagues, now that everyone is present,"

"let us deliberate on our strategy for dealing with this impending Beast Tide Calamity [a catastrophic invasion by hordes of demonic beasts]."

Upon hearing this, the assembly quickly fell silent, their eyes fixed on the two leaders, awaiting further details.

Frowning, Eldrin Chen folded the letter and casually passed it to the others. "Everyone," he said, "this is the intelligence we have gathered on the Demonic Tribe for this coming conflict. Please review it."

The group hastily accepted the letters and perused the intelligence contained within. Soon, solemn expressions settled upon each of their faces.

According to the letters, this time, Celestial Python Lake and Earth Lion Ridge had received covert support from Azure Wave Lake, causing their strength to surge dramatically compared to previous years.

The cultivation speed of Demonic Beast [powerful creatures that cultivate demonic energy] is generally slower than that of the Human Race. The Earth Lion Demon King had broken through to the Golden Core, Mid Stage realm merely a little over a century ago. To advance three consecutive layers so swiftly, reaching the Golden Core, Late Stage, clearly indicated that Azure Wave Lake had indeed exerted significant effort.

Beyond that was the matter of the Golden Lion Mastiff. This creature, under the command of Earth Lion Ridge, was originally a rare variant of the Demonic Mastiff Tribe, equivalent to an Anomalous Spiritual Root [a rare and powerful type of spiritual affinity] among the Human Race.

This fiend had broken through to the False Core Realm [a quasi-Golden Core state] decades ago. Now, not long before, it had successfully weathered its Golden Core Heavenly Thunder Tribulation [the thunder tribulation required to form a true Golden Core] and ascended to become a Golden Core Demon King. Published by audio~novel.com. All rights reserved.