Douluo: The Peerless King of Beast Tamers

Chapter 305 Level 8 Soul Master, Shield of Protection
Inside the laboratory, Zhou Sichen held the Blazing Sun Carving Knife, a wisp of the power of the extreme fire attaching itself to the knife.

With a trace of the power of extreme fire, the Blazing Sun Carving Knife danced freely in Zhou Sichen's hands, like a fire spirit.

Zhou Sichen focused intently on carving the core array on the palm-sized soul tool in front of him. With each stroke of the carving knife, a perfectly placed line was left on it.

Beside Zhou Sichen, Xuan Ziwen watched Zhou Sichen's actions with a look of surprise and delight, afraid that he might miss even the slightest detail.

Three months have passed since that sparring session with Ji Juechen.

Zhou Sichen has made ample preparations over the past three months.

What he was making at that moment was his first level eight soul tool.

Currently, only the final core array inscription remains for this level-eight soul tool; all other work has been completed within the past three months.

The level eight soul tool he was going to make was a defensive soul tool that imitated the function of the Red Dust Protection.

If successful, it would not only mean that Zhou Sichen would officially become an eighth-level soul master, but it would also allow him to acquire some life-saving soul tools for Xu Jiujiu and the others.

This soul tool was named "Shield of Protection" by Zhou Sichen. When used, it is placed on the chest and will automatically fit into the soul master's body, absorbing the soul master's soul power and becoming one with it.

When a Soul Master encounters a strong attack of Soul Power, the Shield of Protection will sense it in advance and take defensive action, protecting the master's safety at all times.

Alternatively, it can be turned on and off by thought, which is convenient and quick, allowing users to control it at will.

This function is derived from the self-defense mechanism of the Red Dust Protection, and most high-level defensive soul tools have this ability, so it is not surprising.

However, the Shield of Protection also has its advantages derived from the Shield of the Mortal World. First of all, it does not restrict the user's cultivation level. Even low-level Soul Masters with only one or two rings can use it.

Furthermore, its defensive effect is equivalent to the user's strongest attack when they gather all their soul power without activating any soul skills, but the soul power consumed is only one-fifth of that of the strongest attack.

This means that users can easily withstand powerful attacks at critical moments with the power of the Shield of Protection, without worrying about excessive consumption of soul power.

Meanwhile, the Shield of Protection can be charged in advance, and once fully charged, it can withstand five powerful attacks at the level of a Contra Douluo.

Then it needs to be recharged before it can be used again, otherwise it will consume the Soul Master's own Soul Power.

However, this protective shield is only applicable to Soul Masters below the Title Douluo level.

If the opponent's attack reaches the level of a Title Douluo, then this powerful defensive soul tool will become a one-time use item.

The power of a Title Douluo-level expert is too great. If faced with an attack of this level, the Shield of Protection can instantly burn all its power, pushing the core formation to its limit and generating a powerful shield for about ten seconds.

As long as the opponent's attack does not exceed the Super Douluo level, it is theoretically possible to withstand the attack of a Title Douluo below level 95 for ten seconds.

However, once the power of this core formation is activated, this top-tier level eight soul tool will be destroyed after ten seconds.

Even so, the capabilities of this level eight soul tool are still top-tier.

The fact that it can only defend against attacks from Title Douluo-level opponents for ten seconds is enough to make this soul tool a trump card in the hands of ordinary Title Douluo!
It was precisely because of this that Xuan Ziwen marveled at the terrifying talent of Zhou Sichen.

Although the function and design concept of the Shield of Protection are derived from the Red Dust Protection, the Red Dust Protection is actually a masterpiece by Mirror Red Dust.

As a top-tier level nine defensive soul tool, Zhou Sichen's ability to glean insights from it and create this Shield of Protection is enough to demonstrate his talent in soul tools.

Furthermore, Xuan Ziwen can assert that once Zhou Sichen's level eight protective shield is completed, it will definitely be the top-tier level eight soul tool, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it the level nine among level eight.

The fact that this soul tool has the ability to defend against an attack from a Title Douluo for ten seconds, even if it's a one-time use, is enough to make an ordinary Title Douluo covet it.

After all, battles between Title Douluos are ever-changing, and ten seconds is enough time to do a lot of things, or even to turn the tables on the opponent.

However, even an eighth-level soul tool like the Shield of Protection is difficult to mass-produce because the materials it requires are not only precious but also of very high grade.

If measured in monetary terms, this level eight shield of protection would cost at least three million gold soul coins.

This is assuming there is no waste or loss during the production process, and the production cycle is not considered.

Otherwise, the price of this soul tool would be even more terrifying.

Even at a price of three million, it would be enough to buy an ordinary ten-thousand-year-old soul bone.

This level eight shield of protection consumed almost two-thirds of Xuan Ziwen's collection, and he also obtained a lot of rare metals from Xu Jiujiu.

Xu Jiujiu only had fifty kilograms of rare metals to begin with, so she took out half of it and had Jing Hongchen tailor-make a top-level eighth-grade soul tool for her.

Now Zhou Sichen has taken another 10 kilograms from Xu Jiujiu. The materials that our Princess Jiujiu worked so hard to win in the competition for two months have already been used up by more than two-thirds.

However, Xu Jiujiu didn't feel sorry for herself. After all, she was Zhou Sichen's fiancée now, so what was hers was Zhou Sichen's anyway.

The main reason is that Xu Jiujiu also understands very well that with Zhou Sichen's talent and strength, what can't she have in the future?
It's just a small investment; who isn't an angel investor at some point?
As the Blazing Sun Carving Knife, like a fire sprite, left deep lines on the palm-sized Shield of Protection, this top-tier level eight soul tool gradually began to produce its true effects.

Three full hours passed before Zhou Sichen finally put down his scorching carving knife, a hint of weariness flashing in his eyes.

Xuan Ziwen, who was standing to the side, was already showing excitement and took the finished product directly from in front of Zhou Sichen.

Zhou Sichen told Xuan Ziwen all about his design concept and the functions of this soul tool.

Furthermore, this soul tool was basically made under Xuan Ziwen's supervision.

Therefore, Xuan Ziwen was actually quite familiar with this soul tool.

Picking up the crimson shield of protection, Xuan Ziwen poured his soul power into it and pressed it directly against his chest.

Then a warm current emanated from the shield of protection, and the palm-sized soul tool fit perfectly against his chest, protecting his heart.

As he carefully sensed the energy of the protective shield, Xuan Ziwen's excitement was palpable.

Xuan Ziwen exclaimed excitedly, "You did it! Si Chen! You did it! You're simply a genius! An eighth-level Soul Master at fourteen years old, that's unheard of!"

As Xuan Ziwen spoke, he felt as if he could activate the strongest defensive effect of the Shield of Protection at any moment.

As expected, Xuan Ziwen, who was also a genius soul master, was able to clearly feel the power and effects of this soul tool.

Xuan Ziwen excitedly patted Zhou Sichen on the shoulder: "You are absolutely a genius sent by heaven to promote the development of soul tools. This is your first soul tool, and you have done your best in everything, from material selection and crafting to the final soul tool array inscription." "This soul tool is definitely a top-tier level eight soul tool. If all the level eight soul tools you make in the future are of this standard, wouldn't that mean you are now a peak level eight soul tool master?"

As Xuan Ziwen spoke, he couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.

Although Zhou Sichen had surprised him countless times, each time Zhou Sichen would bring him a different kind of surprise.

Zhou Sichen simply smiled at this; he was already immune to such praise.

He was able to do this because of his divine skill, mental detection.

With the added effect of this soul skill, Zhou Sichen's mental strength was greatly enhanced.

Now, Zhou Sichen has perfected every aspect of this soul tool, making it as perfect as possible.

Since obtaining the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm's Wisdom Soul Ring, Zhou Sichen has progressed from a Level 5 Soul Master to his current Level 8 Soul Master, essentially reaching his peak with each breakthrough.

The creation of this protective shield also signifies that Zhou Sichen has stepped into the threshold of becoming an eighth-level Soul Master.

In the future, he only needs to accumulate more knowledge about the structure and theory of soul tools to be able to reach the level of a ninth-level soul master.

However, the ninth-level Soul Master is different from the previous Soul Master levels. At the ninth level, it is necessary to integrate the Soul Master's own understanding of the Soul Guidance Device.

Why are level nine soul tools so powerful that they allow ordinary titled Douluo in the Sun Moon Empire to rival Super Douluo?

It is because these level-nine soul tools were given "life" by level-nine soul masters.

A powerful level nine soul tool requires a soul master to spend an unknown amount of money, time, and effort.

Fortunately, Zhou Sichen was not in a hurry; he only needed to improve step by step.

When he has accumulated enough experience someday, Zhou Sichen believes that he can naturally become a level nine soul master and create a top-level level nine soul tool that perfectly suits him.

Seeing the excited Xuan Ziwen, Zhou Sichen smiled and said, "Teacher Xuan, since you like it, consider this Shield of Protection a gift from your student."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Ziwen was taken aback at first, then quickly took off the Shield of Protection and placed it in front of Zhou Sichen:
"How could I? This is something you painstakingly created over a month. How could I possibly take it for myself?"

Zhou Sichen pushed the Shield of Protection back: "Teacher Xuan, eighty percent of the materials used in this Shield of Protection are your own."

"Although Jiu Jiu contributed a portion, you have been teaching her everything you know during this time. In just three months, she has already made three level-six soul tools. With such kindness, Jiu Jiu certainly wouldn't care about a mere ten kilograms of rare metal."

Xuan Ziwen shook his head again: "No, witnessing the birth of a peak level eight soul tool is a gain for me as well. This gift is too precious, I can't accept it."

"I provided the materials voluntarily. Besides, as you said, I have benefited greatly from your advanced ideas over the past few months. It is only right that I provide some materials as a token of my gratitude, isn't it?"

Is Xuan Ziwen envious of this soul tool?
He was certainly envious, and his own philosophy was not to create war machines, so his research on soul tools was more focused on auxiliary and civilian applications.

For this reason, his defense is naturally weaker than that of other level eight soul masters.

Having a level 8 peak soul tool like this would greatly increase one's safety.

However, Zhou Sichen was basically the only one who completed the entire process of selecting materials and making this soul tool.

Aside from providing materials, he didn't help at all. How can he have the nerve to steal the students' work now?

Moreover, having witnessed Zhou Sichen's process of creating the soul tool, Xuan Ziwen himself also gained a bit of inspiration.

Seeing that Xuan Ziwen was determined not to accept it, Zhou Sichen did not force him and said, "Since that's the case, then I will give you money or other materials that are equivalent to the value of the materials you provided."

Seeing that Xuan Ziwen was about to refuse again, Zhou Sichen said in advance, "You must accept this. After all, how can you expect to only take in and not give out? Having enough materials on hand is essential for conducting research at any time."

Upon hearing this, Xuan Ziwen did not continue to refuse.

In the past, Xuan Ziwen would not have lacked the funds and materials to make soul tools; he only needed to apply at Mingde Hall.

But things are different now. He has many new soul tools that he wants to research and create, all of which come from his exchanges with Zhou Sichen.

This means that he cannot provide a large portion of these soul tools to Mingde Hall.

Even if he could use the civilian part of the research for the application materials and divert some of it, he would still be short of funds.

Xuan Ziwen said, "Alright, if that's how you put it, then I won't refuse. You can keep this Shield of Protection."

Zhou Sichen smiled and put away the Shield of Protection. Since Xuan Ziwen was unwilling to accept the student's work, Zhou Sichen had already decided who to give it to.

Xu Jiujiu definitely didn't need to give it to him. The level eight soul tool that Jing Hongchen had tailor-made for her had both defensive and control effects, so this shield of protection wasn't particularly important to her.

While it would be better if there were, the absence of such an option wouldn't actually have a significant impact on Xu Jiujiu.

Therefore, Zhou Sichen planned to give this soul tool to Zhang Lexuan.

Although Zhang Lexuan's strength is comparable to that of an ordinary Title Douluo, she has not yet reached the Title Douluo realm.

Only this protective shield can be of the greatest effect to her.

After all, she usually needs to collect various intelligence in Mingdu, and she may encounter danger at any time. With this protective shield, her safety will be greatly improved.

So, during his evening cultivation, Zhou Sichen gave the Shield of Protection to Zhang Lexuan.

After listening to the introduction of the Shield of Protection, Zhang Lexuan immediately understood the value of this soul tool and refused it outright.

Zhang Lexuan said seriously, "Sichen, this gift is too valuable, I can't accept it."

"Moreover, with my strength, ordinary Title Douluos pose no threat to my life at all. If I were to face a Super Douluo, the effect of this soul tool would be negligible."

However, although Zhang Lexuan said that, how could she not want it?
In the past year or two, after using some decent soul tools, she has come to deeply understand the power that a powerful soul master can unleash when combined with a powerful soul tool.

What's more, this is a powerful defensive soul tool that can withstand the attack of a Title Douluo for ten seconds.

But what did she do to help Zhou Sichen? How could she possibly accept such an expensive gift?

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