Chapter 24: Earth Fiend Sword Formation

In the secret chamber, Lin Tianming sat cross-legged on the ground.

He had been comprehending the first secret divine ability that came with the Heavenly Gang Overlord Body Technique for several days without moving a step.

At this moment, Lin Tianming's face was calm as he meticulously studied the secret technique, his mind envisioning a terrifyingly powerful sword formation!

Each major stage of the Heavenly Gang Overlord Body Technique unlocked a divine ability. Lin Tianming was currently studying the first divine ability, "Earth Fiend Sword Formation."

The Earth Fiend Sword Formation was a sword formation created based on the positions of the thirty-six Earth Fiend Stars. When fully activated, its power was earth-shattering. After examining it, Lin Tianming was deeply impressed by the ingenuity of its creator.

Lin Tianming sighed, "The ancient times truly produced many remarkable individuals, able to create such heaven-defying techniques. It was indeed a golden age of cultivation."

When the Earth Fiend Sword Formation was deployed, it could mobilize thirty-six spirit swords to form a formation that could trap or kill enemies. The higher the grade of the spirit swords, the stronger the attack power and the faster the speed. The formation's power was formidable but tested the practitioner's spiritual power, divine sense, and physical strength.

At different levels of cultivation, the Earth Fiend Sword Formation could mobilize varying numbers of spirit swords. During the Qi Refinement stage, it could mobilize up to thirty-six swords simultaneously. The potential attack power was unimaginable!

In the cultivation world, sword cultivators were always known for their powerful attacks, and sword formations were even more formidable.

After rehearsing it hundreds of times in his mind over the past few days, Lin Tianming had thoroughly understood the layout, sequence, and key points of the Earth Fiend Sword Formation and could now attempt to deploy it.

With practice, he could refine the technique to be instantaneous, with increasing power and precision.

Although he had successfully comprehended the technique, Lin Tianming currently only had three mid-grade first-tier spirit swords, which was insufficient.

Even though he had just reached the seventh level of Qi Refinement and couldn't fully deploy a formation with thirty-six swords, he estimated that he could control about ten.

Finding enough spirit swords was currently challenging, so he decided to try forming a simple sword formation with three swords, which should be as effective as the Fire Element Slash.

Taking out three spirit swords from his storage bag, he placed them neatly in front of him.

These were the spoils from killing the red-robed man. He had only refined one sword back then, lacking a sword formation technique, and used it as a tool for travel and combat.

Now, he needed to refine the remaining two swords to form a sword formation for combat, ensuring he wouldn't be caught off guard in unexpected situations.

Two days later, Lin Tianming had successfully refined the two spirit swords. He could now try deploying a small sword formation to test its power, which he eagerly anticipated.

The divine abilities that came with heavenly-grade techniques were undoubtedly formidable, likely surpassing the Three-Star Spirit Sword Technique used by the golden-surnamed man. Testing it would reveal its true power.

With less than half a month remaining until the year was up, time was pressing. Lin Tianming decided to leave the chamber.

The city had no suitable open space for practicing such techniques, which could cause great destruction. He planned to find an open area outside Qingfeng Town.

Soon, Lin Tianming appeared in the plaza outside the pavilion. The golden eagle was lying on the ground, snoring.

As Lin Tianming approached, the golden eagle sensed its master's presence, got up, and ran over to him, seeking praise.

Initially, Lin Tianming didn't notice, but as he got closer, he realized that the golden eagle had advanced to the late first tier. Overjoyed, he noted that it had been in the mid first tier when they left the Ziyun Mountains, close to the late first tier.

The golden eagle had consumed several Spirit Origin Pills. Although the effects weren't significant, the quantity was considerable. Lin Tianming himself only took two or three pills a month for cultivation.

He had invested heavily in the golden eagle's growth. If he hadn't amassed considerable wealth, he couldn't have afforded it!

Both he and the golden eagle had broken through and mastered new techniques, which was cause for celebration. Lin Tianming couldn't help but feel excited!

Issuing a command, he jumped onto the golden eagle's back and flew out of the city.

They soared freely outside Qingfeng Town.

After half an hour, they landed in a secluded small valley. Lin Tianming sat on a hilltop while the golden eagle circled nearby, playing with some wild animals.

Sitting cross-legged, Lin Tianming summoned three spirit swords, ran the technique for a large cycle, and then shouted:

"Go!"

In three breaths, the three spirit swords appeared above a large boulder a hundred feet away, spinning rapidly, creating whirlwinds that bent the surrounding flowers and trees. The enormous boulder, weighing several tons, stood firm.

The three swords formed a water bucket-like trap, encircling the boulder.

Seeing the trapping effect of the Earth Fiend Sword Formation exceeded Lin Tianming's expectations. With just three swords, the formation could trap an ordinary sixth-level Qi Refinement cultivator without extraordinary means.

If he could deploy a formation with thirty-six swords, even a consummate Qi Refinement cultivator would struggle to escape.

Satisfied with the trapping effect, Lin Tianming issued another command:

"Shred!"

The swords in the formation crossed and pierced the center.

In an instant, the boulder shattered like tofu, breaking into pieces in a few breaths.

Lin Tianming was astounded by the power! If he were caught in it without powerful defensive talismans, relying solely on attack methods, he would likely be doomed!

After concluding, Lin Tianming reflected. Both the trapping and shredding effects justified the technique's top-tier heavenly-grade status. Its power was truly terrifying.

Regaining his composure, Lin Tianming knew not to become overconfident. The Nine Provinces had millennia of heritage and countless experts and top techniques. Others might have similar means, so underestimating opponents could be fatal.

Having experienced the effects, he realized that mastering the technique fully required numerous practices. Initially, it might not be as effective as basic five-element spells perfected through extensive practice.

With over ten days remaining until his return to Green Bamboo Mountain, he decided to practice more, ensuring his safety during the journey.

Under the scorching sun, Lin Tianming resumed his intensive practice. When his spiritual power was nearly depleted, he took a Spirit Origin Pill to recover before continuing.