Fox Demon: The villain at the beginning

Chapter 526 Earth-Rank Mysteries: Deciphering the Amethyst Seal

Of course, there is a huge gap between Earth-rank combat skills and the King's Sword in terms of scale and combat power.

Even Earth-rank combat techniques cannot mobilize the energy of an entire region like a Demon Emperor.

However, it is ultimately a combat technique, and its power increases along with the user's strength. It is not fixed like a magic weapon.

Moreover, above the Earth Rank, there are even more powerful Heaven Rank combat techniques.

Earth-rank combat skills are inferior to the King's Sword, but Heaven-rank combat skills are not necessarily so.

It is precisely for this reason that Jin Renfeng is so eager for its mechanism of mobilizing the power of heaven and earth, and even goes so far as to delay the conversion of the space travel spell in order to focus his energy on the research of earth-rank combat skills.

With his gaze sweeping across the lines of text, Jin Renfeng quickly imprinted the contents of Feng Zhiji into his mind.

After eliminating the peripheral aspects of meridian circulation and battle qi flow, he gradually determined the key to Earth-rank battle techniques.

"So that's it!"

"No wonder Earth-rank combat techniques can mobilize the power of heaven and earth just like a Battle King."

Jin Renfeng murmured, his eyes twitching slightly as if deep in thought.

Compared to ordinary fighting techniques, Earth-rank fighting techniques are simply more powerful fighting techniques.

Although the operation of battle qi is more complex and ingenious, and the circulation of battle qi is more refined, there is no significant difference in essence.

Logically speaking, it shouldn't possess the ability to mobilize the power of heaven and earth.

What truly distinguishes Earth-rank combat skills from Profound-rank combat skills is a unique mechanism.

Once a user masters a Rank 1 combat skill, they need to temporarily condense a combat crystal embryo each time they activate it.

During this process, the user needs to infuse their soul power into it to make it fully formed.

This process is almost identical to that of a Grand Master condensing a Battle Crystal, only faster and simpler.

If the Battle Crystal of a Great Battle Master is a permanent product, then the Battle Crystal of this Battle Technique is equivalent to a temporary product.

The process that followed was almost identical to that of the Battle Spirit and Battle King realms.

The continuous infusion of battle qi caused this temporary battle crystal to grow stronger, develop sentience, transform into a clone, and then mobilize the power of heaven and earth.

This is equivalent to temporarily going through the stages from Great Dou Master to Dou Spirit to Dou King in a short period of time, turning the Dou Technique into a Dou King clone, and temporarily giving it the abilities of a Dou King.

After successfully bringing the embryo to life temporarily, its fighting technique will automatically gather the energy of heaven and earth to attack, like a clone, and finish it off in one blow.

This is the essential difference between Earth-rank and Profound-rank combat techniques, and also the fundamental principle behind their mobilization of the power of heaven and earth.

"It turns out that the process of using Earth-rank combat techniques also requires the integration of soul power."

Jin Renfeng nodded to himself, feeling as if the thin veil between them had been lifted in an instant, revealing the truth in its entirety.

"So, alchemists' powerful souls should give them a strong advantage in mastering Earth-rank combat techniques."

"No wonder even Xiao Xun'er, with her ancient clan background, could only use Xuan-rank Dou Techniques at the level below Great Dou Master."

"Xiao Yan was able to barely use the Flame Splitting Wave Ruler at the Dou Shi stage."

"It seems that it was all thanks to the alchemist's soul power that he received help."

Recalling his memories of Xiao Yan from his past life, Jin Renfeng seemed lost in thought.

Logically speaking, given Xun'er's background, she should have started with an Earth-rank fighting technique when they clashed.

However, in reality, before breaking through to the Great Dou Master level, Xiao Xun'er only used high-level Xuan-rank Dou Techniques. Even dealing with Liu Xi required her to utilize family secret techniques to enhance her strength.

In contrast, Xiao Yan used the Earth-rank Dou Technique, Flame Dividing Wave Ruler, at the Dou Zhe stage.

This must have been the influence.

"In the end, the so-called Earth-rank combat skill is a product that combines the abilities of a Great Dou Master who condenses Dou Crystals, a Dou Spirit who generates Dou Qi, and a Dou King who forms a clone."

"However, this will also lead to a consequence."

"If someone below the Great Dou Master level were to master an Earth-rank Dou Technique, its power would be greatly reduced."

"After all, without reaching the Great Dou Master or Dou Spirit realm, one cannot condense Dou Crystals. Nor can one make Dou Qi come alive like a Dou Spirit."

"At the Dou Shi and Dou Zhe stages, even with the guidance of a Di-rank Dou Technique, the difficulty of bringing Dou Techniques to life increases exponentially, and it becomes very difficult to fully unleash the power of a Di-rank Dou Technique."

Jin Renfeng recalled that Xiao Yan's Flame Splitting Wave Ruler, used when he was a Dou Zhe, was indeed very weak. When facing Mu She, a two-star Dou Shi, he almost fought to a draw.

Even according to Yao Lao, that level of power was an insult to this Earth-rank combat skill.

This undoubtedly confirmed his conjecture.

"In that case, the source of the Earth-rank combat skills' ability to mobilize the power of heaven and earth is this process of condensing the embryo and transforming the combat skill into an avatar."

"If this mechanism is integrated into other Xuan-rank combat techniques and various spells, it should also have this function."

Jin Renfeng nodded to himself.
He guessed that the dazzling array of high-level fighting techniques on the Dou Qi Continent were probably created in this way.

Thinking of this, Jin Renfeng turned his gaze to the scroll in front of him. He urgently needed a suitable fighting technique. If he could fully grasp this principle, he might be able to create his own Earth-rank fighting technique.

Overjoyed, he once again focused his attention on the scroll.

However, as Jin Renfeng delved deeper into his studies, he soon encountered another problem.

Ultimately, the Earth-rank combat skill "Extreme Wind - Meteor Strike" is only a wind-attribute combat skill, not a fire-attribute combat skill.

The corresponding battle qi circulation is completely different from that of the fire attribute.

The method for condensing battle crystals is also completely opposite to that of fire attribute. They are not interchangeable at all.

Jin Renfeng frowned.

The two completely different properties left him utterly bewildered. Even separating the condensed embryo within it proved difficult.

Not to mention integration and mastery.

After studying it for a long time without making any progress, Jin Renfeng helplessly put the Scroll of the Ultimate Wind aside and rubbed his temples.

"I still need a fire-attribute earth-rank combat skill, otherwise I'm afraid it will be difficult for me to master the mysteries of the power of heaven and earth in a short period of time."

Jin Renfeng remembered the instructions he had given his teacher.

Currently, the most likely way for him to legitimately acquire Earth-rank combat skills is through the Yunlan Sect.

Compared to him alone, the sect's intelligence sources are undoubtedly much wider.

"Even with the teacher's help, I don't know how long it will take to officially obtain the Earth-rank combat skill."

Jin Renfeng sighed.

In the barren northwest region, Earth-rank combat skills have always been something that is hard to come by.

Even someone as incredibly lucky as the protagonist Xiao Yan only acquired two Earth-rank fighting techniques through auctions.

Furthermore, other major powers also have a demand for these high-level combat techniques, making the chances of obtaining them even slimmer.

"Forget it, let's not wait any longer. Let's try my own method."

Jin Renfeng made up his mind,
He is now bursting with inspiration, and it is the perfect time to delve into the power of heaven and earth; there is no time to waste.

Even if his method comes at a higher cost, it's the only option under the current circumstances!

"Mirror of Reincarnation, how much causal power do I still have?"

Jin Renfeng asked in his heart.

An ancient mirror surface appeared in my mind.

[Host currently possesses 4860 points of causal power!!] "4860 points, 620 points more than before!"

Jin Renfeng nodded to himself.
"I remember that when I established a relationship with Xiao Yu, I only gained 20 points of causal power."

Although Xiao Yu can be considered to have the most beautiful legs in the world of Doupo, she is ultimately weak in strength and lacks talent, so her influence on the world is also small.

Even though she is Xiao Yan's cousin and has a close relationship with the protagonist, she still obtains very little causal power.

"Teacher Yun Yun is similar to Little Fairy Doctor, having obtained a total of 400 points of causal power."

"So, the remaining 200 points of causal power come from the Amethyst Winged Lion King and the associated Amethyst Source."

"The fact that such a treasure could bring about so many consequences is most likely due to Xiao Yan."

Jin Renfeng sighed,

"As expected of the protagonist! He's definitely not comparable to the supporting characters. The consequences of just one of his treasures are almost equal to what I gained in the Fox Spirit World over six months."

Xiao Yan originally obtained the companion amethyst source in the Monster Mountain Range before successfully breaking through to the Nine-Star Dou Zhe level and acquiring the amethyst winged lion king's purple flame.

In the original timeline, Zi Huo had quite a lot of screen time.

Now that he has taken the companion amethyst source, it means that Xiao Yan has completely lost the Purple Flame technique, and the impact of this is naturally extraordinary.

Seeing that the power of cause and effect was sufficient, Jin Renfeng immediately gave the order.
"Mirror of Reincarnation! Retrieve the battle footage of the Amethyst Winged Lion King and analyze the Amethyst Seal."

Jin Renfeng's backup plan was to break the amethyst seal of the Amethyst Winged Lion King.

It was for this reason that he secretly had the Samsara Mirror record the relevant images during the previous battles.

Although the Amethyst Winged Lion King is a magical beast, its Amethyst Seal is a genuine Earth-rank combat skill, both in terms of power and its ability to mobilize the energy of heaven and earth.

In addition, being of the same fire attribute, it perfectly meets Jin Renfeng's needs for combat skills in every aspect.

The only problem is that the Amethyst Winged Lion King is a magical beast, and the Amethyst Seal is its innate skill, so the Golden Phoenix with a human body probably cannot use it.

However, this can only be verified through actual testing.

As he gave the order, a dazzling light burst forth from the surface of the Samsara Mirror.

[Analyzing a low-level Earth-rank combat skill, Amethyst Seal, requires 100 points of Karma Power. Continue?]

The Mirror of Reincarnation provides the answer.

"Low-level Earth Rank combat skill?"

Jin Renfeng nodded.
"It seems that breaking the amethyst seal is not a problem for the Samsara Mirror."

This was exactly what he expected.

Even innate skills can be analyzed smoothly. The mere difference between humans and beasts is rather child's play in front of the Mirror of Reincarnation.

"How can 100 points of causal power consume so much for a low-level Earth rank?"

Jin Renfeng was somewhat surprised.

Logically speaking, low-level Earth Rank techniques are the same as those used by the Battle King realm.

It's similar to the demon king's magic in the world of fox spirits. A few dozen points is the maximum; how could it be so high that it doesn't even reach the level of the Ruyi Cudgel Technique?

[Low-level Earth-rank combat techniques involve the manipulation of heaven and earth energy, making the circulation of battle qi more complex and powerful than demon king spells; therefore, their consumption is also higher!]

The Reincarnation Mirror answered methodically.

"So that's it!"

Jin Renfeng understood.
Although the amethyst seal is not of a high level in the Battle Through the Heavens world, it does involve the use of the energy of heaven and earth. The analysis process is equivalent to simultaneously analyzing the secrets of mobilizing the energy of heaven and earth and the fighting techniques themselves. Therefore, its value far exceeds its actual level.

"Although it's a bit high, now is not the time to be stingy."

"Analyze it!"

Jin Renfeng said calmly.

[Instructions received!]

[Current Causal Power: 4860 points; Analysis consumed 100 points of Causal Power; Remaining Causal Power: 4760 points!]

[Source Analysis Feature Enabled!!]

[Analysis in progress...]

[Analysis complete!]

As the 100 points of causal power were exhausted, the Samsara Mirror transmitted information about the amethyst seal in just a short while.

Jin Renfeng carefully browsed through it and couldn't help but show a satisfied expression.

As expected, the Reincarnation Mirror transformed the relevant meridian pathways from a demonic beast's body into a human physique, and also contained the secrets of condensing all fire-attribute fighting techniques into embryos, making the fighting techniques come alive.

Now, he can use this amethyst fighting technique without any hindrance.

"Perhaps I can try it now!"

With a thought, Jin Renfeng stepped outside the cave.

A surge of fighting spirit erupted from his dantian and flowed rapidly through his meridians.

He raised his hands, and a surge of deep blue battle aura flowed from his palms, condensing into a phantom battle crystal between his hands.

Then, the power of the soul was poured into it, transforming it into an embryo. A large amount of battle energy continued to flow in, causing it to grow continuously.

As the embryo developed sentience, a purple light appeared in the boy's palms, shining like a purple sun.

The surrounding天地能量 (heaven and earth energy) surged and rushed into the fighting qi cluster, completing the last piece of the puzzle.

As the energy in his hands became more abundant, Jin Renfeng felt the energy ball in his hand becoming heavier and heavier.

"Amethyst Seal!"

Once the fighting technique was fully completed, Jin Renfeng shouted and slammed both palms forward.

In an instant, the purple light intensified, and a purple beam of light, half a foot thick, shot out.

boom--

A purple beam of light struck a distant mountain peak, its immense force instantly piercing through the rock and penetrating the entire mountain.

A crackling sound rang out, and spiderweb-like cracks spread out, covering the entire mountainside.

The beam of light pierced through the mountains, stretching far beyond the peaks and carving a ravine in the ground.

"This power... it's probably already at the level of a Great Demon King!"

Seeing the effect of the amethyst seal, Jin Renfeng's face lit up with joy.

Although his current strength in the Fox Demon World is only at the level of a Demon King, the Earth-rank combat technique can mobilize the energy of heaven and earth to enhance the attack, making the power of this move reach the level of a Great Demon King.

"Truly worthy of being a Tier 1 combat skill!"

"If I had had this trick back then, I could have intervened even in a battle between Dou Huangs."

In terms of speed, he was no weaker than a Dou Huang (Battle Emperor) expert; however, his fighting skills were much weaker in direct combat.

The appearance of the Amethyst Seal now undoubtedly makes up for his last weakness.

This gave him the true strength to compete with a Dou Huang level expert.

(End of this chapter)