Xiuxian: When you do things to the extreme

Chapter 723 Taoist Soldiers
"This is……"

"Manjushri's Wisdom Sword!"

"The Buddhist sect?"

Seeing this, people outside the restricted area were shocked and turned their attention to the west, to the Ahan Temple, one of the three major religions of Tai Xuan.

However, the immortals and Buddhas of the Agon Temple, located at the western border, were also utterly astonished.

This supreme being of the Human Sect attained enlightenment at the pinnacle, single-handedly overcoming the unprecedented Tribulation of Threefold Nine-Nine Heavens, and establishing the sect's lineage as an Earth Immortal. He has undoubtedly become the number one person in the Divine Land, and even among the supreme emperors of all ages, he is an unparalleled existence. His strength is beyond doubt.

But he is himself, the Human Education is the Human Education, and the Myriad Paths Academy is the Myriad Paths Academy.

Compared to the three ancient sects, the Myriad Paths Academy has a very shallow foundation. In the beginning, it only had one True Immortal, namely the Myriad Paths Venerable Master, and below him were all Void Immortals who had not yet completed the Nine Tribulations.

Although many True Immortals came to join him after the Dao Domain was established, and some even moved their entire clans like the Su family, the number of True Immortals was still small. Before he became an Earth Immortal, there were only a dozen or so True Immortals in total, and most of them were guest elders.

This is only a True Immortal. As for the ultimate imperial weapons above True Immortals and below Earth Immortals, apart from that broken Void Mirror, there are no other such weapons known.

So what's going on? Where did the Manjushri Wisdom Sword come from? Could it be that the Lord of All Paths, the Supreme Being of the Human Sect, disregarded his status and sneaked into the Agama Temple to steal the precious treasure of the Buddhist sect?
The world was filled with doubt and uncertainty, and the immortals and Buddhas of the Ahan Temple were even more astonished. Although Manjushri was a prominent figure in the lineage of the Buddhist school, no one had used him to attain enlightenment since ancient times, and there was no wisdom sword of the Dao level left behind.

Now...

"hold head high!!!"

Manjushri's Wisdom Sword, embodying the Five Wisdoms of Vajra, manifested its Vajra Subduing Demon form, suppressing the ancient dragon corpse and causing it immense pain and wailing. Under the illumination of the Great Brahma Buddha's light, the dark blue scales of the corpse gradually turned grayish-white and began to melt like snow.

Although Manjushri Wisdom Sword had no advantage against Xu Yang before, and was instead restrained at every turn, and ultimately failed to break through the restriction of the Universe in the Sleeve before being captured, that was against Xu Yang. Xu Yang, who possessed the status of a Celestial Immortal and a host of external advantages, was naturally no match for him, and it did not mean that Manjushri was powerless or that Wisdom Sword was incompetent.

Now, facing the ancient dragon corpse, this wise bodhisattva of the Brahma sect finally displayed the power of a supreme earth immortal. Even as a Dao soldier incarnation, he possessed full divine might, suppressing the ancient dragon corpse under the sword of wisdom in the first exchange.

However, there is far more than one zombie in this forbidden zone.

The earth collapsed, the prison gates swung open, and terrifying shadows stepped out, resembling both walking corpses and undead beings. Their bodies were covered in incantations, twisted and intertwined, though they were also interwoven with reason, they were presented in an alternative form, making them difficult to understand and even more terrifying.

They stepped out of hell and soared into the heavens, their black hands like claws reaching towards the celestial palace, as if to drag this celestial realm into hell.

They were met with a barrage of thunder and a barrage of deadly spells, which instantly annihilated most of the walking corpses. Only a few terrifying shadows entangled in curses survived, but they failed to reach the Heavenly Palace. Rays of light descended and suppressed them one by one.

"This……"

"An imperial weapon, another imperial weapon!"

"The Myriad Paths Academy actually possesses such profound resources?"

"Several imperial weapons and the three major sects are nothing more than this, aren't they?"

"No, this is no ordinary imperial weapon; the extreme divine power it unleashes is clearly far more terrifying!"

"They just started fighting and they already used imperial weapons. Does that mean we're going to have a battle of the highest order?"

"Within these six forbidden zones, there must be powerful figures comparable to ancient emperors, or even more terrifying beings lurking. Otherwise, the three major sects would not have suffered such a crushing defeat back then!"

"..."

Witnessing the great battle within the forbidden zone, the clash between the heavenly palace and hell, the world was filled with awe and terror.

Although we knew this forbidden zone was terrifying, this development was still somewhat unexpected. The opening scene was a battle of imperial weapons and a clash of the ultimate paths. The true immortals who once dominated the Divine Continent were now all relegated to the background, their brilliance dimmed under the divine might of the ultimate paths.

The path to hell is terrifying beyond measure. Corpses shrouded in shadow constantly emerge from it, bearing the curses imposed by the great power of the Great Dao, defying the heavens, fighting fiercely, breaking through heavenly thunder and earthly fire, and crashing into heavenly soldiers and gods.

Their forms are all different; some are human, some are beast, and some are nothing but shadows. They are neither born nor die, neither die nor perish, burdened with heavy curses. Every strike reveals a twisted truth, making them beings on the same level as immortals and Buddhas.

Such a sight left the world speechless, their hearts filled with turmoil, utterly terrified and awe-inspiring.

"So many walking corpses..."

"Even if you're not a terrestrial immortal, you're still a true immortal!"

"Where did it come from? Where did it come from?"

"Is this all the result of accumulated darkness and turmoil?"

"No, no, no, there's absolutely no way such an accumulation could have been achieved through the Dark Turmoil alone!"

"This is only one of the six forbidden zones. If the other forbidden zones were like this, even if all the imperial dynasties and the three major sects of China were included, they still wouldn't be able to gather so many immortal corpses."

"It is the foundation of that turmoil, the accumulation of countless years before ancient times!"

"How many immortals and Buddhas would one have to slaughter to accumulate such a terrifying amount of wealth?"

"What kind of being is He?!"

Outside the restricted area, all parties watched with tension, a mixture of fear and hope.

The Six Forbidden Zones are indeed terrifying, but this Human Teaching Palace seems to be even more powerful. Even with the endless stream of hellish zombies, they cannot withstand the relentless bombardment of heavenly thunder and earthly fire. Hell is utterly swept away, and the zombies are all reduced to dust. Even the ancient immortal corpses, capable of wielding extreme divine power, are unable to reverse the tide of battle.

In terms of combat strength alone, the Myriad Paths Academy has a clear advantage over the middle and lower ranks. Its disciples, Daoist followers, weapons, formations, patrol warships, and immortal spirit mechs are all things that the walking corpses cannot match, nor can they be compensated for by sheer numbers.

In this way, the tide of battle gradually turned, and the battlefield advanced, eventually reaching the depths of the restricted area.

Deep within the forbidden zone, darkness reigned, almost tangible, like a black sea where the sun, moon, and stars were obscured, and the concept of space and time itself vanished, leaving only eternal darkness and eternal death.

"Boom!"

As the academy advanced, the Heavenly Sword pierced through the darkness, cutting deep into the forbidden zone and shaking the very foundations of hell.

Tao clashes with Tao, law collides with law, and incomprehensible forces fiercely clash on incomprehensible levels.

The Myriad Dao Heavenly Palace stands high in the sky, the Supreme Dao Sound echoes throughout the universe, and the Supreme Clarity Immortal Light illuminates heaven and earth. All cultivators of the Human Religion and members of the Academy are bathed in this Supreme Clarity Immortal Light, and are protected from the erosion and alienation of the evil power of hell.

Although Xu Yang has not made a move or even appeared yet, everyone knows that he is supporting the battle from the top and in the most crucial position.

The terror of this forbidden zone lies not only in the walking corpses, but also in the forbidden zone itself, in the distorted and altered principles of heaven and earth, and the laws of the world, caused by the power of the underworld.

Ordinary cultivators, even those with the cultivation of the Nine Tribulations Perfection, who have condensed the Three Flowers and Five Qi and achieved the substantial merit of a True Immortal, cannot withstand the erosion of the forbidden zone's strange power. Even if they quickly extricate themselves, they will be cursed and eventually suffer the Five Signs of Decay of Heaven and Man, completely falling into the Netherworld Hell.

Unless protected by an ultimate imperial weapon, ordinary ninth-order true immortals would not dare to step into this forbidden zone.

But now, the entire Wandao Academy has come, and hundreds of millions of cultivators have stormed into the forbidden area, yet not a single one has been cursed.

This was undoubtedly due to Xu Yang, who created a patch of sky above and used the Supreme Daoist method to resist the evil forces of the Netherworld.

This level of combat is far more intense and terrifying.

Everyone knew the situation perfectly well, and dared not be negligent. They all fought hard, determined to break through this forbidden zone.

at last……

"boom!!!"

With a loud bang, the darkness shifted, as if waves were surging, and a person was sent out from it.

He was a middle-aged man, wearing a crown and a royal robe, exuding kingly majesty.

It was indeed... "The Emperor of the Underworld!"

The sword of wisdom returned, transforming into human form, which was none other than the Venerable Manjushri.

She looked solemn as she stared at the middle-aged man, her body surrounded by swastikas, as if facing a formidable enemy.

Not only her, but the other Earth Immortals all had this appearance.

The Underworld Emperor of the Underworld!
In the Upper Realm, among all the major Dao lineages, he was renowned for his prestige; he was the guardian attendant of the Supreme Being of the Underworld Sect, a Celestial Immortal Dao Soldier.

At the pinnacle of earth immortality, one can refine Dao weapons. These Dao weapons are divided into two categories: weapons and living beings. However, regardless of the type, they require the power of the Dao to refine them day and night, with painstaking effort, in order to be completed.

Earthly Immortals can refine Dao weapons, so Heavenly Immortals, who are above Earthly Immortals, can naturally also refine them, and may even go further.

This Yin Tianzi is the Heavenly Immortal Dao Soldier of the Supreme Being of the Underworld Sect. It is said that each of them has the cultivation of a peak Earth Immortal. After being refined by his Great Dao Power, they can even fight against Heavenly Immortals.

Back then, the five sects joined forces and the ten directions joined together to attack the River Styx Blood Sea. The Supreme of the Underworld Sect relied on the terrain of the Blood Sea and his three thousand Yin Heaven Dao Soldiers to fight against the various Dao lineages. It took thousands of years of bloody battles before he was defeated by the various lineages.

Although that battle had wiped out almost all of the Netherworld Cult's Yin Tian Dao soldiers, the Netherworld Lord was exceptionally skilled, and there might still be some remnants left, or perhaps after falling into the Divine Continent, he refined some more to protect himself and his righteous path.

Even a supreme Earth Immortal like Manjushri dared not underestimate this Celestial Daoist soldier.

But just as she and a group of immortals from the upper realm were preparing for battle.

"This is……"

"The Yin-Yang Emperor?"

"How is that possible!"

Outside the forbidden zone, gasps of alarm suddenly arose. The True Immortals from all sides paled in horror as they stared at the Yin Emperor emerging from the Dark Abyss, their eyes filled with indescribable fear.

This Yin Emperor was actually the Yin-Yang Emperor, the Yin-Yang Emperor who had passed away long ago!
The whereabouts of the ancient emperors has always been an unsolved mystery in China.

Some say they ascended to heaven, some say they met a tragic end, and others say they lay low for some reason, waiting for the right time.

Opinions vary, and a definitive conclusion is difficult to reach.

But now...

All the immortals outside the region were terrified when they saw the Underworld Emperor.

A great emperor was actually refined into a Dao weapon and buried in these six forbidden zones.

What a terrifying thing this is!
What kind of being could capture a Great Emperor alive and refine him into a Dao Soldier whose strength remains undiminished and can be commanded at will?

The root cause of that turmoil...

"boom!!!"

Before everyone could settle their thoughts, the heavens and earth trembled. In the dark abyss, the Yin-Yang Emperor, who had transformed into the Yin Emperor, coldly raised his hand. Instantly, an array diagram appeared, in black and white, depicting two fish chasing each other's tails.

Yin-Yang Tai Chi diagram!
The ultimate imperial weapon!

The treasure of Hehe Mountain, a relic of the Yin-Yang Emperor, was lost amidst the chaos, but unexpectedly returned to its original owner.

However, this is not a good thing. If the main body is attacked and the Dao soldiers are outside, the second primordial spirit still has a chance to be resurrected.

But now that my true form and my Dao soldiers are all in this hell realm, what chance of survival is there?
The Yin Emperor and the Supreme Army, when combined, exerted their utmost power to unleash their power.

Suddenly...

"boom!!!"

The heavens and earth trembled, yin and yang were reversed, and the Yin Emperor activated his natal Dao weapon. Terrifying power burst forth with the Taiji diagram, causing the universe to overturn and the heavens and earth to hang upside down. Heaven and earth transformed into a giant millstone, pressing down on the Myriad Dao Heavenly Palace with their combined force, trying to grind everything down and turn it into nothingness.

Ultimate Divine Might!

Earth Immortals with natal Dao weapons and those without are essentially two different concepts. The former, with their combined strength, can exceed the limits and unleash 120%, 150%, or even 200% of the ultimate divine power, while the latter, even a supreme Earth Immortal like Manjushri, would find it difficult to exceed 100%.

Otherwise, they would not have submitted to Xu Yang for the sake of the Dao soldier's incarnation.

Now, the Yin-Yang Emperor, who has transformed into the Yin Emperor of the Underworld Sect, has activated his natal Dao weapon and unleashed an extremely terrifying divine might. Even an Earth Immortal, without a Dao weapon, would perish and have their Dao extinguished if they fell into this Taiji Diagram and the Yin-Yang Grinding Mill, leaving no trace of their body.

however……

"Boom!"

Thunder roared, shaking the universe. Within the Myriad Heavenly Palaces, a sword swirled forth, radiating five-colored divine light.

The divine light, five colors in all its glory, appeared between heaven and earth, giving birth to ten thousand golden lotuses. In an instant, it held up the great millstone of heaven and earth that was about to collapse and close. Furthermore, it used the Five Elements to reverse the order, turning yin and yang upside down and heaven and earth upside down, thus restoring order to chaos.

The ultimate Yin-Yang technique, broken with a single sword strike!

Not stopping there, the five-colored divine light swirled again, exerting its full power of mutual generation and restraint, and plunged into the dark abyss, brushing against the Yin Heaven Dao Soldiers and the Taiji Treasure Diagram.

"Ouch!!!"

Yin Tianzi's body trembled. He tried to retaliate, but he couldn't break free. The Yin-Yang Dao was no match for the power of the Five Elements. He was immobilized by the opponent's divine light, and his Dao soldiers were also restricted.

"this……!?"

Upon witnessing this scene, the immortals outside the forbidden area were once again filled with shock and dismay.

However, before they could recover from their shock, a divine light flashed, instantly sweeping away the Yin-Yang Taiji diagram.

With the departure of his natal Dao soldier, leaving behind only one person, he was left to fend for himself. Yin Tianzi roared and screamed, but he was no match for the Five-Colored Divine Light and was eventually swept away without a trace.

Upon seeing this, everyone was even more bewildered and didn't know what to say for a moment.

They knew that Xu Yang was very strong. After all, his triple extreme heavenly tribulation was witnessed by all, and there was probably no one like him before or after. How could he not be strong if he proved his Dao in such a way?

But no one expected him to be this strong.

Both being Earth Immortals and wielding Dao weapons, they couldn't even withstand three moves.

It still uses the principles of the Five Elements to counter the principles of Yin and Yang, which is equivalent to an alternative way of the weak defeating the strong, defeating the opponent in the area where the opponent is most proficient!

Just how far has his cultivation, his foundation, and his level of attainment reached?
No one knows, only awe!
Looking at the battlefield again, the guardian soldiers in the forbidden zone have left, leaving only the dark abyss, boundless and endless.

Could the root of the turmoil and the beginning of the calamity lie within this?

Realizing this, everyone finally snapped out of their daze and began to re-examine the battle situation.

Then, divine light burst forth, crashing into the abyss and shattering the endless darkness.

In that instant when darkness shattered...

"boom!!!"

A gigantic hand emerged, awe-inspiring.

(End of this chapter)