High-level martial arts: Invincibility starts with basic archery.

Chapter 126 Do you know why they're called Awakeners? (Please subscribe)

"Uncle Zhang, how is it?"

Inside the room, seeing Zhang Ren open his eyes, Chen Fan couldn't help but ask.

Zhang Ren shook his head with a wry smile.

He had just tried to visualize a crescent moon in his mind as Chen Fan had instructed, but after trying for a long time, he had little success.

On the contrary, Gu Ze, who was standing to the side, still had his eyes closed, sweat beading on his forehead, looking like he was working very hard.

This scene was witnessed by the two of them.

Zhang Ren couldn't help but sigh, "Gu Ze seems to have a real talent for cultivating mental power."

"yes."

Chen Fan was also a little surprised. Judging from Gu Ze's performance, this should be his first time learning the Moon Gazing Technique.

But he got into the zone much faster than expected.

Perhaps it's because of the awakened ones?

Just then, Gu Ze suddenly opened his eyes, panting heavily.

After finally calming his breathing, he said excitedly, "I almost, I almost visualized it."

"new moon?"

"Um!"

Gu Ze nodded emphatically, then closed his eyes to continue trying.

Chen Fan patted him on the shoulder, "Take a break and try again, your face is all pale."

"Yes, spiritual cultivation, although different from martial arts, also emphasizes gradual progress; haste makes waste," Zhang Ren advised.

"Okay, okay."

Gu Ze nodded and gave Chen Fan a grateful look.

Chen Fan not only imparted all his knowledge of this combat method for forging the spirit, but also explained it in such detail that he was able to get into the zone so quickly.

"Take it slow, you can't rush things," Zhang Ren said, a hint of anticipation in his heart.

"By the way, Uncle Zhang," Chen Fan turned around, "after practicing this Moon Gazing Technique, I have a question in my mind."

"Tell me about it." Zhang Ren smiled wryly. He could answer questions about martial arts like fist techniques and spear techniques, but he was no match for Chen Fan when it came to mental cultivation methods.

"That's right. This Moon Gazing Technique seems to only enhance the user's mental strength, even for those who have awakened, right? Even if they cultivate their mental strength faster than us martial artists, ultimately it can only enhance their mental strength, right?"

"That's right, the higher the mental strength, the greater the power of the awakened one's abilities. But if their physical attributes, such as reaction speed, can't keep up with those ferocious beasts, then no matter how powerful the ability is, it's useless if they can't hit it, right?"

After Chen Fan finished speaking, he glanced at Gu Ze.

The latter seemed a bit confused as well.

"You're curious about how those awakened individuals improve their physique, strength, and speed, right?" Zhang Ren understood Chen Fan's meaning.

"That's right."

Chen Fan couldn't help but ask, "Do they practice martial arts like us?"

Zhang Ren smiled and said, "I thought it was something else. Do you know why they're called Awakened Ones, not Superpowered Ones?"

"Why?" Chen Fan asked.

"Because they will awaken after they have mastered their abilities to a certain extent. After awakening, all their physical attributes will be greatly enhanced. Newly awakened individuals may only be slightly stronger than ordinary people in terms of physical attributes."

However, the deeper their mastery of their abilities, the more times they awaken, and the stronger they become. You can think of each awakened individual as a potential martial artist, but they are more accustomed to fighting using their own abilities.

"I see."

Chen Fan suddenly realized.

So, if they just need to improve their mental strength and keep using their special abilities, their strength will continue to increase?

"Of course, theoretically speaking, if some awakened individuals are practicing martial arts at the same time, their strength after awakening will be even greater."

Zhang Ren added a sentence.

He didn't really know the specifics, but the Awakened Ones in Anshan City didn't do that.

Gu Ze felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

The term "awakened" originally referred not only to awakening supernatural abilities, but also to increasing one's strength through continuous awakening.

Moreover, his special ability is very compatible with martial arts, so it seems that it is not impossible for him to catch up with Chen Fan in the future.

"Uncle Zhang, does the ranking of Awakened also represent the number of times they have awakened?"

Chen Fan seemed to remember something and asked.

"Not necessarily." Zhang Ren shook his head. "Currently, the levels of Awakened are from lowest to highest: F-level, E-level, D-level, C-level, B-level, A-level, and the top-level S-level. But in fact, this level is based on destructive power."

"F-level Awakeners are usually those who have just awakened their superpowers and cannot yet control them. Their combat strength is no different from that of ordinary people. Reaching E-level means that they can initially master their own skills and killing an adult male is not a big problem."

"A D-level Awakened has reached a certain level of control over their abilities and can use some simple moves to fight against heavily armed soldiers without much trouble."

Upon hearing this, Gu Ze felt that he should be somewhere between f and d?

"Rank C is a watershed moment. Awakeners at this level are generally able to skillfully use their abilities, easily kill high-level ferocious beasts, fight and maneuver against elite-level ferocious beasts, and even if they can't win, they can still retreat unscathed."

Upon hearing this, Chen Fan had a sudden realization: "So, the Awakened One stationed in Anshan City is a C-rank?"

"Um."

Zhang Ren nodded, "But that was a few years ago. Whether their strength has increased now is unknown. Above C-level are B-level, A-level, and S-level. Basically, they can fight against Commander-level, Beast King-level, and Beast Emperor-level ferocious beasts."

This is just a classification of destructive power. The abilities awakened by awakened individuals may be applicable to combat. Some awakened individuals can reach level A in destructive power after awakening only a few times, while others have abilities that are more functional and may need to awaken many times to reach level B. It is impossible to generalize.

One thing is certain: the more times an awakened person awakens, the stronger their physical abilities will become. As for how much strength they can unleash in battle, that depends on the individual.

Chen Fan nodded.

He couldn't help but think of Meng Yu's older sister. As an awakened person who frequently used her own special abilities, her strength should be quite high.

She might not be very good at fighting, and Meng Yu is her weakness, which is why she is at the mercy of others.

"Actually, I don't know much about them either. If you encounter these people in the future, you must be careful. Their superpowers are all kinds of strange. If you don't want to have a conflict with them, then don't have a conflict with them."

Zhang Ren's expression was more serious than ever before.

After all, every awakened one is a humanoid beast.

Even martial artists who have reached the level of internal strength are powerless against those powerful awakened individuals.

Chen Fan nodded hurriedly, but in his heart he thought, who can predict the future?

A look of longing appeared in Gu Ze's eyes.

After a moment of silence, Chen Fan spoke up:

"Uncle Zhang, it's getting late. Shall we go outside and have a little marksmanship practice?"

His basic marksmanship is only level 4 now, and he is clearly far from being able to max out the Eight Extremes Marksmanship with as little experience as possible.

"it is good."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Ren also felt a little itchy to try it himself.

Last time, he only used his third level of Body Tempering strength to spar with Chen Fan in spear techniques. Now that the latter's strength has increased significantly, he can also play more freely.

Time passed by, and his proficiency in basic shooting skills continued to improve.

Soon, I went from level 4 to level 5, and then to level 6.

Another hour or so passed, and the basic marksmanship improved once again.

[Basic Gun Skill: lv7 (0.8%), Traits: Strength 7, Power 7, Swiftness 7, Weaponry 7, Critical Strike 4, Speed ​​1]

[Speed: Each level increases gunplay speed by 30%]

Chen Fan glanced at it.

Finally, a new feature has been unlocked, which improves shooting speed.

That's normal, since marksmanship is all about speed.

Two more hours passed, and it was almost eleven o'clock.

The two players on the field were engaged in a fierce battle.

With a crisp sound of impact, the two separated.

"Good lad."

A hint of approval appeared in Zhang Ren's eyes as he said, "Your marksmanship has improved quite quickly. If you continue like this, I'm really worried that one day I won't be your match."

"Uncle Zhang, you flatter me."

Chen Fan smiled sheepishly and glanced at the basic marksmanship.

[Basic Gun Skill: lv10 (0.8%), Traits: Strength 10, Power 10, Swiftness 10, Weaponry 10, Critical Strike 7, Speed ​​4]

In one night, his basic marksmanship level increased by six.

The only downside is that only one new feature was unlocked.

However, with a level 10 basic spear technique, learning the Eight Extremes Spear Technique should be much easier.

"It's getting late, let's call it a day." Zhang Ren put away his gun and a smile appeared on his face.

He hadn't enjoyed himself this much in a long time.

Chen Fan nodded.

After hesitating for a moment, he still didn't reveal his plan.

Because if I say it out loud, it will definitely make Uncle Zhang and the others worry. If something happens to Uncle Wei and the others, then all my hopes will be dashed.

Why not just go directly? If Uncle Wei and the others are alright, it would be a pleasant surprise for everyone.

After saying goodbye to Zhang Ren, Chen Fan returned home, took a shower, and then looked at the skill panel.

【Eight Extremes Spear Technique: Completely Ignorant (0%)】

The small print at the end has disappeared, indicating that it has been unlocked.

Tomorrow we're going to Zhao Family Fort. If we're outside, archery will be fine, but once we're inside, we'll most likely have to use spearmanship.

In addition, he is proficient in both Tai Chi and Bajiquan, and he would not be flustered at all if he were to fight someone unarmed.

"Spear techniques are more difficult than fist techniques. I wonder if the remaining 100-odd experience points will be enough to max out the level 8 Great Spear Technique?"

He thought about it for a moment and then tentatively added a little experience points.

The proficiency level increased by about a quarter.

Four points, which is indeed quite a lot more compared to Bajiquan.

He added three more experience points, then opened his eyes wide.

I wonder what kind of characteristics this Eight Extremes Spear Technique will unlock.

(End of this chapter)