Divine Emperor of Death

Chapter 4183  Heavenly Gambling Sect?

Some time ago…

”So this is how he found our mini-realm…”

Davis gazed at the Heavenly Gambling Records in his hands. Upon reading, this jade crystal mysteriously turned into a book, making it known that it was not made with ordinary materials. It seemed nearly indestructible, but he scoffed lightly, unable to believe it.

Changing oneʼs luck actively? Was that even possible?

Even with Fallen Heaven, he hadnʼt noticed something like that, but to change fate was something he noticed. He felt it was Fallen Heavenʼs supreme power as an apex treasure, but using it might expose it.

Thatʼs why he had never tried to use it. Even its passive ability was to slowly change the fates of the people around him. At least, the experiences he had led him to believe so.

ʼAnd this manual boldly yet indirectly states that luck is a byproduct of fate in the introduction…ʼ Davis could only ponder.

”Let me see…”

Myria took the manual from him. Ellia also glanced at the introduction.

[In the myriad of existences, where stars dictate destinies and the Law weaves its endless threads in the vast cosmic sea, the existence of luck is always questioned, whether it is a natural flow of energy or just an obscure myth.

To change luck is to grasp the elusive strands of fate itself, bending the unpredictable into the predictable, twisting the predictable into the unpredictable, an act of defiance that churns the will of the world. Those who master these records can gain an uncanny ability to thrive in life, escape calamity, and seize opportunities others cannot even perceive, but at the same time, with one roll of bad luck, your life turns blank. Luck is never controllable!]

Myria flipped the page.

The new few pages explained what luck could be.

It seemed to be a mix of karmic virtue, karmic sin, heavenly favor, destiny, soul resonance, talent, and many other factors. These all gave birth to karmic luck and changed a personʼs destiny.

Myria and Ellia appeared highly intrigued. Of course, they had read records of scholars trying to explain luck, but this manual claims that these factors and many unseen factors really exist and that they are not elusive.

It was a big claim to make.

Myria flipped more pages.

The book mentioned that there were four principles to changing luck.

Although many people believe luck is innate and can be gained through various deeds, it is controllable by those who have learned Space, Time and Karma Laws. In other words, Mystic Diviners. They can see the unordinary and reshape the trace the flow of fate to the slightest degree, making it possible for them to influence luck.

This was the first principle- to become a Mystic Diviner and gain karmic luck through various deeds.

The second principle was to- balance risk and reward.

Those who do not risk much cannot attain luck. However, risking too much will involve calamity in the fray. It was a double-edged sword.

The third principle was to use catalysts, a very common thing among Mystic Diviners. However, these instruments are not used to hold something but to flip the direction in which luck influences it.

Tools such as dice, coins, and cards are infused with a special intent and used to amplify luck in one direction in order to obtain the favored result.

Myria and Ellia looked at the seemingly ordinary dice in Tiaʼs hands.

It was what Mystic Diviner Oscar used to find this place. It was possible that he wished to find Divergents, so he threw the dice every time and traveled accordingly. After all, focusing on one particular issue would lower the results of the intent, making them fail or even get into a calamity, as the karmic luck might turn bad. That may explain why he wasnʼt particularly ready for the Divine Emperor of Death to appear in front of him.

Finally, the fourth principle was that- luck favors the bold.

The records repeatedly emphasize that fortune may gravitate to those who act decisively, as hesitation might cloud the threads of fate and the flow of luck.

Myria and Ellia could only frown at this since this appeared more like superstition than a principle. Regardless, they moved on to the next few pages and read about the methods to increase or alter oneʼs luck.

The catalysts are unique directional objects that accept karmic luck, read oneʼs desires, and lead to desired outcomes when used. Apparently, this creates a favorable alignment with the soul, heaven, and earth, as well as the flow of fate, making it possible for one to use luck to oneʼs advantage.

This was called the Karmic Infusion Ritual, which involved rolling a dice, flipping a coin, or shuffling a card out of a deck.

The second method was called Karmic Luck Cleansing.

If one could successfully burn their karmic nature near another person or object by transfusing it into a karmic talisman, they would have attained a blank state where they could steal the karmic luck of that person.

The third method was the Fortune Spirit Formation.

Not much was known about this method as it seemed to be an entirely new blueprint for spirit formation. There were only a few lines stating that it had something to do with astral energy, an energy that is obtained from the alignment of the stars.

The fourth method was known as Risk Mutable Sacrifice.

It was to offer something of great value and increase oneʼs odds. It could involve creating basic blood formation and burning oneʼs own child, parents, master, disciple, or a heavenly resource to appease the flow of fate and call favor upon oneself.

Apparently, it seemed to be the most used out of all the methods because of human nature to gamble and take other lives for granted. It was known to be inefficient, and warnings were given not to rely on it.

After a few pages of inviting the finder of this manual to head to the Heavenly Gambling Sect without even mentioning where it was or its location, the manual finally concluded with a crucial reminder.

[Fortune cannot always be forced. To master luck is impossible, so all you need to do is dance in accordance with its flow. Know when to yield, when to risk, and when to go all out. If you embrace the unpredictable and grasp the unknown, the flow of fate might just favor you.]

”Sounds like a scam…” Myria pursed her lips.

”Sure does…”

Davis nodded lightly.

”Heavenly Gambling Sect? Has anyone heard of it?” Tia asked.

Davis, Myria, and Ellia shook their heads.

Tia went into contemplation. She really couldnʼt think of anything that might point to the Heavenly Gambling Sect. Even Myria didnʼt seem to have heard of it.

Davis imagined it was some hidden sect with really low numbers, so wasnʼt surprised. If it were true, how many could master such an obscure skill? The count would be really low.

”But still, it canʼt be ignored, considering this Mystic Diviner couldʼve really used it to come here. Maybe we can test it?”

”…” Myria didnʼt appear to be sure.

She never wanted to dwell in the world of occultic mystical arts. Even mastering reincarnation energy first seemed taboo for her before she eventually accepted it. It was a frightening energy that was the bane of souls, after all. It could also be used as a boon, but that wasnʼt the point. Other people simply were not capable of mastering it because they would destroy themselves before they could learn it.

It was like poison that decayed and became more poisonous but also got tainted with death energy.

As soon as they produce the first strand of reincarnation energy, it might become a poison that shatters their souls without them knowing how to control it. A soul was already fragile when compared to the body. It was way more difficult than mastering chaos or destructive energies.

Davis saw that Myria was apprehensive when it came to changing luck. It involved the flow of fate so he could understand her worries.

However, he was at a junction where he was less apprehensive of such things.

He suddenly turned to look at Ellia.

”You said something about dealing with those two Heavenʼs Warriors? What did you want to do?”

Thank you Emross (Nyoran Advocate) for the Magic Castle and Golden Gachapon!~

Thank you YoungMasterJoselo for the Magic Castle and Spacecraft!~

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