Wizards pursue the truth

"I am still me, unchanged. My consciousness remains true to my original intentions; the essence of a wizard still exists."

"Pursuing the truth of wizardry, yearning to fill one's own collection with every rare item, researching to one's heart's content, and exploring the unknown."

Wang Ya's gaze was like a finely crafted gem, sparkling brilliantly. The fluctuations in his mental consciousness caused ripples to spread among the surrounding galaxy particles.

It attracted the attention of people who came ashore nearby.

The demon sea wizards all turned to the side, glanced at it, their eyes showing some surprise, but they didn't react much.

It's normal to have some spiritual insights after crossing the bridge to the other side of the starry sky.

The proof still has some flaws and needs to be perfected under special circumstances.

There are quite a few creatures that exhibit unusual reactions after coming ashore.

It didn't happen to her, nor to the Lightning Wizard, the Azure Mage, or even to the Skywing Wizard, who was slightly weaker than them.

This further confirms the gap between wizards in the core area and wizards outside.

"Teacher, I never imagined that we would be standing here together one day."

A voice came from over, and Wang Ya looked over to see a figure in a blue wizard's robe with an inscrutable expression on his face.

The Slaughter Wizard strode over, a hint of joy on his face.

"Solomon, I'm also surprised, but this is a good thing."

"You seem to be looking forward to a fight with me."

Wang Ya looked at the Slaughter Wizard, focusing on the blue markings between his eyebrows, and took a closer look.

I was somewhat surprised.

His disciple seems to have undergone a profound transformation.

The mark of slaughter is different now.

It is suspected that a second ancient sorcery has been developed, further uncovering the fundamental power of the mark.

"You're right. I want to see just how far I am from my teacher."

The Slaughter Wizard's eyes were incredibly serious.

"Similarly, I also want to contribute to the future of the fighting spirit."

"The teacher represents the Crimson Society, and I represent the heart of conquest."

"Is that so?" Wang Ya nodded. "I hope you can go all the way down this path."

In the Starry Sky Trial Arena, the enemies become increasingly powerful with each attempt.

Those belonging to the great wizards undergo further selection.

Not many people will be able to stay.

Even Wang Ya was not certain whether Solomon would stay.

This disciple seems to be hiding many aspects that even his teacher is unaware of.

The unknown is where the possibilities lie, and he eagerly anticipates this disciple showcasing his own brilliance.

He will become stronger and more confident in facing any challenge.

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The Starry Sky Trial Arena resembled an ancient gladiatorial arena, filled with the flesh and blood of various dead creatures, bone fragments, scratch marks, knife marks, and the stench of blood. Even through a layer of spatial ripples, everyone could sense it and subconsciously frowned.

Perhaps these are traces left by the beings who participated in the star-studded battles of the past.

None of them were weak; their lingering aura was awe-inspiring.

They all died in it; what will become of them? Will they suffer the same fate?

Some of those who successfully landed ashore felt a bit hesitant and pondered the implications.

But some people were more decisive, taking big strides into it.

The Lightning Wizard Toref, with an arrogant expression, said, "A hundred wins is nothing. I will be the first to also take first place in the Star Lord Tournament."

"Don't speak too confidently, Lightning." A cold voice followed, belonging to the Cangming Wizard. The air was thick with moisture, and even the starlight particles rippled with flowing water-like shapes.

In terms of knowledge and understanding related to water, the Cangming Wizard was undoubtedly at the pinnacle of his time.

The Demon Sea Wizard and the Divine Punishment Wizard were equally unwilling to be outdone, stepping forward and entering the Starry Sky Trial Arena together.

"Is this the kind of demeanor only wizards from powerful factions can possess? Such confidence and decisiveness are something we lack in so many ways."

"In the past Star Battle Tournament, the Star Lord Tournament was nothing to them. They would definitely enter it, or even compete for the top spot. We can't compare to them."

The speaker was Shunyi, whose identity was not simple. He knew a lot of inside information and came from a powerful inner circle force that had the potential to compete for entry into the core area.

He continued, "This time is no exception, but we need the courage to face it head-on. We can't let them always take the lead. Newcomers are also qualified to compete."

The second half of the sentence reveals his ambition.

Many who had successfully navigated aquaculture were moved by his words.

Nothing is predetermined; someone will always dare to be the first.

Having come this far, who is weaker than whom?

They all have great potential.

Their future achievements will be substantial.

The only difference between him and those four was his background.

Such thoughts lingered in the minds of some, and an unprecedented fighting spirit erupted in their eyes.

Inside the viewing area, the leaders of the four major Sun-type forces exchanged glances. The Divine Lord spoke first, his tone subtle, "The courage of a latecomer to take the lead is truly admirable."

"It's just courage." Lei Zhu's tone was cold, and his eyes were as sharp as blades, carrying a faint aura of destruction. "The truth will make them despair; the gap will be wider than heaven and earth."

What are the four major celestial forces after?

What they are pursuing is a hope.

Others, however, are pursuing the opportunities they need.

Or rather, they represent an opportunity for most participants.

They also selected some creatures, intending to recruit them into their faction after this battle tournament.

I believe that most of those creatures would not refuse; on the contrary, they would be overjoyed.

This is their purpose in life.

Without the rules of the day, everything is in vain.

Unfortunately, it's extremely difficult, so difficult that even the four major powers that once produced the Sun Life are not confident in creating it again.

The four Lords of the Sun were nothing more than former losers.

No matter how long they hone their skills or accumulate experience at the Moonlit level, they still dare not break through that barrier.

The consequences are too severe; failure means the annihilation of one's own mind.

The Source Master smiled, as if wearing a mask. "The existence of the Net and the stable situation are a good thing. The Star Battle Tournament is a variable that we cannot control, but can only try our best to make up for it."

The Demon Lord asked with curiosity, "Do you think there will be an anomaly like 'Celestial Spirit' among this batch of beings?"

For a moment, the atmosphere became oppressive. No one spoke, and everyone's expression was inscrutable, as if the words "heavenly spirit" were some kind of taboo.

"It's impossible for it to happen." The God Lord broke the silence first, his eyes filled with coldness. "That kind of rebellious being has long since died in the Dark Tide Zone of the Starry Sky, completely frozen, and will never return."

"What if he succeeds in breaking through and becomes a Sun God?" the Demon Lord asked again.

"Then let's die together, let's perish together." Thunder Lord sneered, "We acted together, no one can escape, and we even used the forbidden artifacts of the rules, such as the foundation of our inheritance, our supreme power."

The Demon Lord remained silent.

The Celestial Wizard was once the most promising being to advance to the Sun Rule.

Born on an ancient star, he was even on the path to breakthrough.

To complete all the lives of the Radiant Moon, to achieve the long-awaited state of survival amidst death, and the annihilation of being dead within life.

But due to certain events, they joined forces and completely shattered the Celestial Wizard in this critical state.

That happened in a time extremely long ago.

The reason why the four major Sun-based forces are so concerned about the Star Battle Tournament, about the top spot, and about that possible yet impossible opportunity lies in this.

Only at the rule level can there be rules at the rule level.

The forbidden artifacts created by the Sun Life can absolutely crush non-rule life forms.

Conversely, they receive the same treatment, crushed by the rules of life.

They both value and disregard changes in power and resources.

Even if there are other beings from the initial star field who achieve the status of rule-based life, they are far away from the initial ancient star and exist in other worlds. They are subject to change, but their existence will not be threatened.

The only exception is the "Heavenly Spirit," whose life form is beyond comprehension and cannot be understood using common sense.

Even if the Celestial Spirit Wizard, who was in a state of death and annihilation, was scattered and obliterated by them, leaving no trace of material residue, it does not necessarily mean that the other party is dead.

If it returns at some point in the future, that would be the worst thing.

He would absolutely not let go of the four major Sun-based forces, nor would he let go of anyone present.

The founder cannot be said to be dead, but whether he can return is still unknown.

Furthermore, their perspectives and levels of understanding of things differ.

They left behind a legacy, and some related forces may not only exist in the initial star field, but also in their part.

The Celestial Spirit Wizards, having advanced to the Sun Rule and returned in anger, may ignore the situation and wait for things to develop, avoiding conflict with beings of the same level.

"Without rules, one will become nothing more than an ant."

The god's enormous and unusual body, wrapped in robes, seemed to possess some kind of abnormality. His gaze was filled with deep coldness. "We must never let something like the 'Heavenly Spirit' happen again. We must not let any promising young beings slip through our fingers and must recruit them."

"If they refuse, then secretly eliminate them, cutting off any possibility of anything unexpected."

The God Lord seemed to remember something and added, "Those chosen by the Sun Gods and selected into the Starry Sky Forces are exceptions."

There are still some who are not to be trifled with.

Those individuals all hailed from the more glorious starfields beyond the initial starfield.

They have been doing this for quite some time.

In general, there are not many creatures that they consider to have potential.

Especially in worlds originating from ancient stars, even fewer beings can advance to the Star Lord Tournament and secure a ranking.

"What we need to pay attention to now is that Shunyi, Zhouyu, Yanmeng, Suokong, and Niluan all originated from the primordial ancient star and have the potential to advance to the level of Sun-like beings."

Lei Zhu crossed his arms and said calmly, "Don't worry, as long as we're on the original ancient star, nothing can happen."

"Besides the four of us, there is also the Star Core City with its superior status. Other forces are just cattle and sheep. If it weren't for the rules of the network, we would have wiped them all out long ago and turned them into the sphere of influence of my Thunder City, so that we could gather resources and plunder inheritances."

"Make them sign a wizarding contract. Dare they refuse?"

"I don't know how many geniuses have been ruined by my hand."

The Source Master revealed a strange smile, "Even if we take action and erase their future and their hopes, those forces will still think it's an accident and will never imagine that it was us who made the move."

The four major Sun-based forces are positioned too high, too far removed from the forces below them.

Most living beings wouldn't think about this; on the contrary, they yearn for it immensely.

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Wang Ya entered the Starry Sky Trial Arena. A strong smell of blood hit him, and heavy chains covered in blood rattled as they swayed. A thousand-meter-high gate in front of him slowly rose, and a colossal figure emerged.

The Eye of Truth quickly and automatically scanned the database and provided the information recorded therein.

[Target: The Iron Giant]

[Characteristics: Adults reach 300 meters in length, with multiple layers of metallic skin. Each layer can resist a large amount of physical damage, but is relatively weak against energy damage. However, the multiple layers of skin can protect them from fatal damage.]

[Transcendent Level: Ultimate Wizard Apprentice]

[Collector's Value: None at present]

[Experimental value: extremely low]

The giant, about 400 meters tall, was covered in a metallic sheen that reflected light so intensely it was almost blinding. Its pupils, the size of washbasins, glared angrily at Wang Ya.

They lack any intelligent thinking, seemingly driven only by the instinct to fight and kill.

He clenched his enormous fist, carrying the force of wind and thunder, and slammed it down.

In comparison, Wang Ya appears as insignificant as an ant.

It's almost at the level of breaking limits in witchcraft.

Wang Ya made no movement, but slowly raised her head and followed the gaze.

The colossal steel giant gradually faded and disappeared, vanished into thin air.

Wang Ya slowly walked through the thousand-meter-long stone gate.

The world changed once again.

The same battlefield appeared, the only difference being the marks on the thousand-meter-long stone gate, which were more gruesome, covered in blood, and depicted with bizarre drawings of alien creatures.

Click!

The door was slowly pushed open by a pair of giant hands.

The beings that appeared this time were still at the level of a Limitless Wizard Apprentice, but they surpassed the beings that appeared before.

Wang Ya did not stop. Before the creature could crawl out of the portal, an invisible force crushed it into pieces, and the blood mist dissipated into the air.

Chi Chi!

The black particle energy shield prevented the blood mist from contaminating the area.

Wang Ya entered the third level.

The beings that appeared were no longer apprentices of ultimate wizards, but beings comparable to formal wizards.

A humanoid alien race, wearing heavy armor, wielding sharp blades and spears, with the armor on its chest radiating extraordinary radiation.

It charged forward, brandishing its spear, like a thunderous roar.

The floorboards along the road turned to dust.

Loud.

Wang Ya remained expressionless and held up one finger.

He used a low-level witchcraft from the Nightmare Legacy.

Fission Death Ray.

A black beam of light shot out and pierced through the skull.

After passing the corpses, Wang Ya continued upwards.

The enemies he encountered were so weak that he felt it was a waste of time.

If it could be a little faster.

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Hans Christian Andersen floated completely in mid-air without touching the ground. The monster that came out of the stone gate disappeared on its own before it could even touch him, vanishing into thin air.

With eerie crimson pupils, she looked up at the chaotic, pitch-black sky.

His heart was filled with mockery. "From the past to the present, this hasn't changed at all. Toys meant for children are being used to test young beings."

"Stars. How boring."

Hans Christian Andersen had a gloomy face.

He wanted to see rivers of blood.

"Deep Blue, just you wait. I will return and, using the web you created, reclaim everything that belongs to me and guide wizards back to the right path."

"Instead of this lifeless, nauseating, and suffocating world."

P.S.: One more chapter to come. (End of this chapter)