Cosmic Demon

Chapter 214 What are numerical values? Let's get straight to strength!
Qin Shi raised his eyebrows. He had learned about the Three Tan Heavy Industries, the ultimate holy land of the mechanical path, from tutoring his youngest son, Qin Lan, before.

The Twelve Beasts series of biological armor is a masterpiece by the up-and-coming designer Shui Sheng.

Based on the twelve auspicious beasts of the ancient empire, twelve symbiotic energy cores with distinct styles yet perfectly coordinated were created.

"The biological armors released by Taijun are 'Shadow-type Rat', 'Heavy Armor-type Ox', and 'Hunter-type Tiger'."

Just as she had said, Yu Weiwei stayed close by Qin Shi's side, protecting him every step of the way, and followed him onto the arena, also serving as a tool for explanation.

Qin Shi's gaze swept across the scene, from left to right. The first suit of armor was covered in dark gray scales, with electronic instruments integrated into its eyes, and was relatively "small".

Without a doubt, this is the "Hidden Shadow Type - Rat".

The moment he made contact with the other party, detailed data appeared before his eyes.

"Normal height 1.75 meters, 1.05 meters in underground mode... Abilities: optical camouflage, ultrasonic detection, underground mode... Weapon configuration: high-strength ceramic blade..."

Clearly, this is content transmitted by Taijun.

Like the "Heavy Armor Type - Ugly Ox"

It is——

"Height 2.35 meters... Abilities: Gravity field deployment, shockwave release, super muscle power generation... Weapon configuration: Gravity hammer..."

Qin Shi noticed that the surface of the Chou Niu armor was covered with a dark brown keratin layer, and its head could eject hydraulic rams, which was completely different from the functionality of the Zi Shu armor.

It truly lives up to its heavy-duty designation!
However, among all the biological armors released by Taijun, the one that posed the greatest threat to Qin Shi was the Yin Tiger, which had black and gold stripes, exceptionally thick limbs, and an alloy-like sheen.

"Standing 2.2 meters tall, with an internal arched back support structure, muscle density fifteen times that of an average person, abilities include scent tracking, identifying hundreds of millions of scent molecules, and a hunting mode that injects high concentrations of adrenaline for four hours of continuous tracking and killing... Weapon configuration: folding sonic cannon with an effective radius of fifteen meters..."

Qin Shi, with his divine presence in his inner vision, sensed the several suits of biological armor and initially determined them to be around the fifth to ninth dan of the professional level.

"Santan Heavy Industry's technological accumulation is truly terrifying."

He couldn't help but sigh that the biological armor was not an exoskeleton; it was not meant to be "worn" but required surgical implantation of specially extracted "combat cells" that were then embedded into the spine.

In about half a month, a spiderweb-like biological neural network can be generated, resembling a symbiotic interface, enabling perfect control.

However, biological armor also has its drawbacks. First, the success rate of the surgery is not high, and the risk of failure is very high. Second, the strength performance is closely related to the "synchronization rate".

The implanted combat cells must be bound to the host's genes and then evolve in sync.

If the two are perfectly matched and fit together perfectly, they can achieve a result where one plus one is greater than two.

"Biological armor technology is a major achievement of the New Martial Arts School. It is now widely used in small-scale battlefields of low to medium intensity, and can be considered a lower-level alternative to the Divine Machine."

Yu Weiwei added.

To unleash the full potential of a military super machine, one needs at least a professional level five skill and a long period of training and learning, which is far less suitable than biological armor.

"Rat, Ox, Tiger, I wonder how Lord Tai plans to use these three biological armors for testing?"

Qin Shi wondered, should he activate the driverless mode and let himself fight?

Biological armor lacking a host will likely have reduced combat effectiveness.

"These three biological armors each have different functions."

After several challengers took to the stage one after another, Tai Jun finally spoke:

"The stealth type excels in speed and is adept at fast attacks. The heavy armor type possesses overwhelming strength and is difficult to exploit. The hunter type has a fierce offensive and is highly lethal."

Next, I will create a scenario suitable for their battle, and then I will control them to fight against several students.

Tai Jun's words immediately stirred up a huge wave of controversy.

Zhang Hai, who had been full of confidence, suddenly became serious.

The active consciousness is stronger than any host!
If Taijun wanted, he could easily raise the synchronization rate to 100%, fully demonstrating the terrifying nature of the Zodiac series' biological armor as a killing machine!
"Zhang, you were so enthusiastic just now, why don't you go first?"

Tai Jun looked at Zhang Hai.

"I can't ask for it!"

Although Zhang Hai had a slight feeling of unease, he still remained defiant.

He had just returned from his advanced studies at the Canglong Martial Arts Academy, where he not only entered a professional field but also began to grasp the basics of "special characteristics".

That's why he thought he had already surpassed Zhou Yuanchen!

"Student Zhang, which suit of biological armor would you like to fight?"

Tai Jun asked.

"A heavily armored Ugly Ox".

Zhang Hai's eyes darted around, and after a moment's thought, he pointed to the ox-shaped armor in the center.

His thinking was very clear. The Shadow Rat seemed to be the weakest in terms of combat power, but it had the highest mobility and was extremely flexible, which was not suitable for his fighting style.

As for the hunting-type Tiger, in Yu Taijun's hands, it might unleash terrifying strength at around the third stage of a professional level, making it impossible for him to defeat.

Only the Ox, despite its large and heavy size and strong defensive posture, is less aggressive and is not without a chance to fight back.

"From this perspective, choosing the first option actually has a significant advantage."

Zhang Hai stroked his towering golden hair, a smile playing on his lips.

The combat power of these three biological armors far exceeds the life level of the young genius.

Taijun chose to use them as a challenge test, probably intending to examine everyone's level and set an example for other students.

Zhang Hai slowly walked to the center of the Rising Dragon Arena. As Tai Jun waved his hand, the dim eyes of the ugly ox armor suddenly lit up, as if the inanimate object had been given a spirit and came to life. It stepped heavily to face him.

As the two fighters took their positions, the circular main arena slowly rose into the air, with eight massive alloy steel pillars erected around it, supporting a semi-transparent dome-shaped curtain wall.

This scene was playing on all the screens of the Sky Tree, and the intense cheers and shouts began to erupt like a tsunami, resounding throughout the various entertainment venues at the "roots" of the tree.

Zhang Hai and the Ugly Ox Armor resembled characters from a fighting game, with their names and health bars displayed above their heads.

"Martial artists versus robots! That's awesome!"

Is this some kind of surprise program?

"Where's the top seed in the top 100? We want to see the championship match..."

Zhang Hai remained focused, completely ignoring the commotion outside.

He became a rising star in the Administrative Secretariat, partly because of his father, the Deputy Director, a fact that cannot be denied.

However, his talent and ability are also outstanding.

boom!
When Taijun set up the arena in the style of an octagonal cage from the Old Era, Zhang Hai was already in the zone, his fists clenched, assuming an extremely fierce fighting stance!
During this process, Zhang Hai's muscles slowly contracted, and the distinct lines resembled a human sculpture, incredibly clear.

Immediately afterward, he took a step forward and instantly appeared in front of the Ugly Ox Armor!

The swift and ferocious movement created layers of powerful wind pressure, which lashed against the semi-transparent curtain walls on all sides, producing a crackling sound like dense hailstones falling to the ground!

boom!
Zhang Hai was like a terrifying beast unleashed, his fists like a giant python, constantly coiling and twisting around the ox's armor, shattering the hard, steel-like keratin layer.

In just ten seconds, Zhang Hai threw over a hundred punches, fast, fierce, and utterly ruthless!

The life force condensed into a rich radiance, which, through the mortal body, resembled a ferocious, azure dragon!
"The Azure Dragon Dojo's 'Horizontal Cloud Hundred Strikes'!" Zhou Yuanchen was secretly taken aback.

It hasn't been that long since we last met, and Zhang Hai, my old rival, has actually secretly studied and mastered a core-level martial arts technique.

"Horizontal Cloud Hundred Strikes is the signature martial art of the Canglong Martial Arts Academy in Jingzhou! Its prerequisites are very demanding. It requires strong skin and muscles to withstand hundreds of full-force strikes. Secondly, the internal organs must also be tough, otherwise it is easy to interrupt one's breath and injure oneself."

As a true disciple of the Nanhuang Martial Arts Academy, Yu Weiwei is quite knowledgeable about various schools and sects in the martial arts world.

Are these conditions too demanding?

A question mark appeared above Qin Shi's head.

He felt it was quite simple, and it sounded like an easy-to-learn beginner martial art.

"Don't comment on the numerical monsters on the path of breaking limits. Even if it's the inheritance of the Martial God, it's not a big hurdle for you."

Zhou Yuanchen, who was secretly eavesdropping on the conversation, couldn't help but speak up.

At the same time, I couldn't help but feel envious. The numerical strength of the Breakthrough Path was enough to disregard the vast majority of inheritance conditions.

If this path weren't so impassable, burying countless geniuses, who wouldn't want to be a stat monster who uses basic attacks as ultimate moves?

"Old Zhou, you just didn't see the sweat and effort I put in behind the scenes. Weaving basic attacks into regular attacks also requires awareness, and the operation is not easy."

Qin Shi said in a serious tone.

"Pooh!"

Zhou Yuanchen raised a middle finger.

Seeing this scene, Xia Hong and Xia Ying, siblings in the audience, couldn't help but think:
"It's true that there's no first place in literature, but there's no second place in martial arts. There's a lot of tension between Brother Qin and Zhou Yuanchen, who's famous in the central city. If it weren't for Taijun taking charge, they might have already started fighting."

Xia Ying clicked her tongue twice, then, noticing the unfriendly look in her older sister Xia Hong's eyes, her heart tightened and she asked:
"Sis, calm down! He's a rising star in the Education Department!"

Xia Hong said regretfully:
"If this were in the wilderness, we could find an opportunity to give him a good whack on the back of the head and run away. The central city is full of Tai Jun's eyes and ears, so we can't act rashly."

Xia Ying covered her forehead. Her older sister was hopeless when she got carried away with her crush.

Zhou Yuanchen is a professional-level expert; he's not so easily taken down by a surprise attack.

His attention returned to the Rising Dragon Arena. Zhang Hai's offensive completely enveloped the Ox Armor. Once the Horizontal Cloud Hundred Strikes were launched, they were like a series of thunderous explosions!

The viscous airflow, like waves, was shaken and lifted up one after another, finally crashing into the translucent curtain wall with a loud rumbling sound!
Once this terrifying offensive was launched, it left the Ugly Ox Armor with almost no room to retaliate, making it a sitting duck.

"That guy has gone far away."

Standing on the stage, Qin Shi could feel Zhang Hai's intense and surging vitality, like a volcano erupting with lava.

It seems that the core martial arts of the Azure Dragon Dojo also have the effect of stimulating the potential of the mortal body and burning the vitality of blood and flesh. Combined with the Hundred Strike of Clouds, the attack and damage can be pushed to the maximum.

"He wanted to break through the ox's armored defenses in one fell swoop, but his stamina was waning. Unless he launched an attack beyond his limits, like a fuse igniting a powder keg..."

Qin Shi's gaze was sharp as he watched Zhang Hai's ferocious and terrifying offensive. The nascent form of the Holy Embryo in his sea of ​​consciousness actually copied the changes in the opponent's moves.

boom!
Zhang Hai's golden hair stood straight up, and his skin was red and hot, like a boiled shrimp.

With an overbearing attitude, he completely suppressed the Ox-Armored Beast. He grasped the timing of each attack interval and connection perfectly. Often, in less than half a second, the offensive would cover the joints, torso and other vital points like mercury.

"One strike! I only have one chance! If my next attack fails to break my own limits, the Ox will launch a counterattack, and I am destined to be defeated!"

Zhang Hai focused his mind, a hint of determination in his eyes. He was arrogant, but arrogance requires capital!
He has always believed that he is a born strongman, and therefore has the right to be arrogant!
Similarly, he also hopes to do everything in his power to maintain this arrogant confidence!

"The ultimate secret of the Hundred Strikes of the Clouds is to break through! Each time it is used, it breaks through the limit, like a serpent shedding its skin and transforming into a dragon soaring to the heavens!"

Zhang Hai's breathing became heavier and heavier, but his mental focus became more and more concentrated, and his eyes almost overflowed with bright light.

Finally, in the blink of an eye, he captured the perfect moment of that life force's frantic vibration, and his fists, which were as dense as raindrops, suddenly stopped, as if the storm had ceased and the sun had shone through the earth!

The ugly ox armor, which had been holding its arms outstretched, seemed to sense danger and suddenly adopted an awkward crouching and hugging posture to defend itself!

Most of the spectators below the Rising Dragon Arena were puzzled as to why Zhang Hai, who was unleashing the Hundred Strikes of the Clouds, had stopped, while the Ugly Ox Armor seemed even more nervous.

"He actually did it. Old Zhou, your rival is quite capable."

Qin Shi raised an eyebrow. Breaking one's own limits is like going against the trend in the generally declining A-share market; it requires both strength and opportunity to achieve.

boom!
Before Qin Shi's words had even finished, the air currents on the octagonal cage main arena, which was suspended in mid-air, were swirling and buzzing, as if covered by high-frequency fluctuations. A powerful force, like a flood breaking through a dam, was released instantly, creating a visible ripple!

The force of the punch was like a powder keg that had been detonated, exploding in mid-air and unleashing a powerful aftershock that swept everything away!

The ox's armor was swallowed up, and its exceptionally hard, dark brown keratin layer shattered with a crackling sound, several layers being scraped away to expose flesh-like biological tissue.

"The damage rate of the armor reached 47 percent."

Tai Jun's voice rang out quietly, announcing the results.

"Zhang played exceptionally well in this match!"

Panting heavily and nearly exhausted, Zhang Hai barely managed to support himself, a signature arrogant smile tugging at the corners of his mouth.

He returned to the bottom and looked at Zhou Yuanchen with a provocative gaze, the meaning of which was clear.

See how awesome your Brother Hai is?

Taijun mobilized resources and quickly repaired the damaged Ox Armor, then asked:
"Who wants to be the second challenger?"

Zhou Yuanchen sighed and decided to use the Rat Armor to get through the test.

He considered any battle that required using borrowed funds and yielded no results to be meaningless.

"Let me do it, Lao Zhou."

Qin Shi relaxed his muscles and then strode forward, stepping onto the descending octagonal cage main arena.

Clearly, he seems to have chosen the heavily armored Ox-shaped armor, just like Zhang Hai.

The Taijun did not stop it and let it go.

"Only by breaking the limits can you destroy less than half of the Ugly Ox Armor's defensive health bar."

No matter how flashy the controls are, nothing beats the visual appeal of the numbers.

Qin Shi silently activated the Body Cultivation Furnace, mobilizing the boiling energy within his entire body.

Unlike Zhang Hai, he was not in a hurry to make a move, fearing that the Ugly Ox Armor would launch an attack first.

Instead, they stood still, as if waiting for the other party to take the initiative... to deliver it?
Boom!
Under Tai Jun's control, the Ugly Ox Armor took a step, its movements as heavy and muffled as the beating of war drums!

In less than a second, Qin Shi activated the second stage.

The whole body resonated, and the four directions roared!
Click!
Cracks appeared on the translucent dome, as if it were about to be washed away by a flood!
A torrent of energy surged and enveloped the entire main arena and the Ox-shaped armor.

Then, Qin Shi threw a punch!
Zhang Hai, who had just caught his breath, witnessed this scene and was utterly shocked.

He looked at Zhou Yuanchen and asked in a trembling voice:
"Is this the level of intensity expected for an amateur?"

Zhou Yuanchen, seemingly used to it, shrugged and said:
"You won't understand the numerical values ​​of the old martial arts school's limit-breaking path if you don't take it."

(End of this chapter)