Cultivation Starts with Rejuvenation

Li Ji’an obtained a few words about the Ancient Thousand Mechanism Sect from the ancient puppet legacy. The Mystic Mechanism Pavilion, worshipped by that ancient puppet master, was indeed a branch of the Thousand Mechanism Sect.

Undoubtedly, the Thousand Mechanism Sect has always been the leader in the realm of puppetry throughout the cultivation realm since ancient times.

After listening to the burly man’s concise narration, Li Ji’an’s eyes showed anticipation.

Although he has inherited an ancient puppet legacy, the progress in the art of puppetry has been slow over the years, remaining at the Middle Stage of the Second Tier.

Besides the scarcity of Second Tier puppet materials, he is guided solely by this single puppet legacy.

There are bound to be differences between this legacy from ancient times and the present world, whether in materials or environment, often making his personal deductions time-consuming.

If he could exchange insights with someone, the effort would surely yield twice the result with half the effort.

However... sensing the puppet master’s aura of Middle Stage Core Formation magical power and somewhat aloof personality, it’s likely that Li Ji’an’s current cultivation level would not allow him to converse together.

When the puppet master finished speaking, everyone present was greatly stirred.

They simultaneously marveled at the enormous power of the Business Alliance, which had already connected with the two sects in the western part of the Great Marsh Cultivation Realm.

Given another hundred years, they could truly realize the grand aspiration of connecting ten thousand domains upon their alliance’s establishment!

The Tier Three high-level Giant Beast Puppet can rival the late-stage Core Formation Ascendants of the human race.

In terms of sheer power, it surpasses even them, unless one is like the Shadowless Sect Leader, forged through blood and battle.

However, the shortcomings are also apparent.

Firstly, its techniques are singular.

According to the puppet master on stage, aside from close combat, the Giant Beast Puppet only has its mouth to emit magical blasts for long-range attacks.

Secondly, its agility and power are limited by the puppet master, requiring magical power and Divine Sense at or above the Middle Stage Core Formation to fully unleash its might.

Furthermore, what most made the crowd wince was the consumption of this Giant Beast Puppet.

Compared to smaller puppets of the same tier, a full force burst of this beast requires the consumption of one Upper Grade Spirit Stone.

As per the Ten Thousand Merchants Domain’s prices, one Upper Grade Spirit Stone costs between twelve thousand to fifteen thousand Lower Grade Spirit Stones.

While Lower Grade Spirit Stones have already become the currency circulated here, Upper Grade Spirit Stones remain as commodities.

Of course, those able to trade for such a puppet would not be too concerned with this consumption.

After all, the biggest utility of this item for the entire eastern cultivation realm would definitely be as an intimidating foundation to safeguard the sect and clans, not controlling it daily for battles.

”Ladies and gentlemen, Fellow Daoist Yansha’s puppet only accepts transactions of Spirit Marrow and high-tier puppet materials, with no reserve price for the auction. If you have what Fellow Daoist Yansha needs, feel free to offer, and the decision on the final transaction will be up to Fellow Daoist Yansha.” Alliance Leader Tong gave a final explanation.

”Spirit Marrow? That’s something True Monarchs need for cultivation.”

”High-tier puppet materials, I wonder what tier is required? Would early Third Tier do?”

Instantly, many potential traders voiced their inquiries.

”Correct, it requires genuine Spirit Marrow, Spirit Marrow of Spirit Stone lineage, rich in Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi, not other Five Elements items.

As for high-tier puppet materials, naturally they need to be Tier Four!” Alliance Leader Tong further explained.

”Spirit Marrow! Tier Four puppet materials!” This made many retreat instantly.

It wasn’t merely a matter of value judgment but the sheer rarity of Tier Four items, often impossible to trade, no matter how many Spirit Stones one has.

Upon hearing this, Li Ji’an’s heart stirred, not due to interest in the Giant Beast Puppet, as he had already obtained a presumed Tier Five puppet in the Underground Palace of the Black Water Swamp. Although weathered by time to only possess Tier Four power, it could not compare to the Tier Three high-level beast-type puppet before him.

What he cared about was the purpose of the counterpart trading these spiritual talents.

It must be to create a Tier Four puppet!

In the Post-Ancient Era, Tier Four puppets are truly paramount.

”I wonder if they now have mature Soul Attachment techniques for puppets?”

In the puppet legacy that Li Ji’an acquired, it was mentioned that the puppet master claimed that there had never been such a method in ancient times, and he and his friend pioneered the Soul Attachment technique.

However, after the ancient puppet master’s death, it’s unknown how many years have passed, and as the puppet head, the Thousand Mechanism Sect might have studied this method.

While Li Ji’an was contemplating, the puppet master on stage frowned slightly and spoke again: ”True Monarch’s Primordial Spirit can also be traded!”

Boom~

One sentence stirred a thousand waves.

”Fellow Daoist Yansha, speak cautiously!” Alliance Leader Tong’s expression changed instantly, hurrying forward to remind.

In today’s world, every Nascent Soul True Monarch stands as the pinnacle here, even the supreme of a domain.

Though the Business Alliance is renowned for its fearless stance against Nascent Soul True Monarchs, having indeed slain such enemies with immense resources, only they know the real situation.

Moreover, the costs are enormous, and they would never wish to be at odds with any Nascent Soul True Monarch unless absolutely necessary.

The Business Alliance remains most committed to the philosophy where harmony begets wealth.

The competitive investment over these centuries was to create alliances with Nascent Soul True Monarchs, ensuring they wouldn’t need to rally the full strength of the Business Alliance against one.

And as for what Fellow Daoist Yansha said about True Monarch’s Primordial Spirit, it can only be obtained through the slaying of a Nascent Soul True Monarch.

Additionally, one must guard against their self-detonation or Primordial Spirit Emergence.

Fellow Daoist Yansha glanced at the tense Alliance Leader Tong expressionlessly, showing slight disdain.

Can’t even mention it?

It’s important to know that the Thousand Mechanism Sect has killed a handful of Nascent Soul True Monarchs over the years; it’s merely that no more wander into the western deserts, thus the need to trade.

Upon hearing the conditions of their trade, Li Ji’an instantly suspected that the Thousand Mechanism Sect might have also mastered the art of Soul Attachment for puppets.