Chapter 260: Challenging the Seven Holy Pillars
As Yang Xiong continuously challenged the seven Titled Douluo, defeating the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island in just over two hours, the fifth trial of Sea God Island was finally completed.
A voice echoed in Yang Xiong's mind: "Yang Xiong, Top Eight Trials, Fifth Trial, challenge the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island. Assessment complete. Reward: Soul power increased by one level, all Soul Ring years increased by one thousand years."
At this point, Yang Xiong's soul power finally reached level ninety. His Soul Rings were still two purple, three black, and three red, but the two purple Soul Rings were already very close to the ten-thousand-year level, especially the second Soul Ring, which had subtly begun to show black.
After passing five consecutive trials, Yang Xiong's Soul Ring years had increased by nine thousand years, bringing him very close to all his Soul Rings reaching the ten-thousand-year level.
By this time, among everyone, Qin Shuang and Yang Wei had completed all their assessment content. In addition to the reward of one level of soul power increase during the fifth trial, they were also rewarded with one level of soul power after completing all the assessment content.
Qin Shuang was now level seventy-nine, and Yang Wei had reached level eighty-six. Both were also rewarded with a God-Bestowed Soul Ring, which they could absorb when they reached a bottleneck again.
Of course, they both obtained Black Level authority on Sea God Island, meaning that in terms of status, they were already comparable to the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island. However, neither the Sea God nor Bo Saixi had made any further arrangements.
Ning Rongrong reached level eighty-five, Oscar reached level eighty-four, Feng Xiaotian also reached level eighty-four, Shui Bing'er reached level seventy-six, and Huo Wu reached level seventy-seven.
Among them, Ning Rongrong's Soul Rings changed to four purple and four black, while Shui Bing'er had four purple and three black. Both had their Soul Ring years increased by two thousand five hundred years.
At this moment, the assessment content for the sixth trial appeared before Yang Xiong: "Yang Xiong, Top Eight Trials, Sixth Trial, lead Ning Rongrong, Oscar, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and Shui Bing'er to face the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island and persevere for one hour. Time limit: one year."
Yang Xiong breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the assessment content. As long as it wasn't facing Sea God Douluo Bo Saixi, Yang Xiong wasn't particularly afraid of any other assessment content.
Now that Yang Xiong had reached level ninety, although he hadn't absorbed a Soul Ring yet, Yang Xiong was confident in challenging a level ninety-seven Titled Douluo, and could even fight a level ninety-eight Titled Douluo. He only had no confidence against a level ninety-nine Limit Douluo.
Yang Xiong had witnessed the immense power displayed by Bo Saixi during Tidal Body Tempering. It was likely true, as rumored, that only a level one hundred powerhouse could defeat Bo Saixi.
In terms of strength, the original Tang San was merely a Soul Douluo, and his Clear Sky Hammer didn't even have a Soul Ring. How could he truly contend with a level ninety-nine Limit Douluo? It was purely because Bo Saixi was nostalgic and showed mercy.
Everyone rested for a week, consolidating their recent gains. This kind of combat experience against Titled Douluo was extremely rare.
Of course, there was still a very big problem before everyone, which was to start considering how to leave Sea God Island.
Yang Xiong and the others participated in the assessment to join Sea God Island, but the resources given by the Sea God were not just for improving them, but to make them stay on Sea God Island for a long time and contribute to Sea God Island.
However, Yang Xiong had a strange feeling, always feeling that his Sea God's Eighth Trial might not be simple, especially after his Martial Soul evolved, it had a trace of divinity mixed in. Only then would it be a true divine Martial Soul.
This meant that Yang Xiong already had a trace of connection with the Asura God. Regarding his departure from Sea God Island, it was estimated that the Sea God and the Asura God had already made arrangements.
The same problem also began to trouble Tang San and his group. Now that Dai Mubai and the other four had completed their assessments, only Tang San and Xiao Wu needed to continue.
Thus, although Dai Mubai and the other four had Black Level authority on Sea God Island, they could not leave.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing were free to go anywhere. Since leaving the Star Luo Empire, they had been traveling the world, training everywhere, and had no intention of returning to the Star Luo Empire.
But Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan were different. Yu Tianheng carried the blood feud of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family. He trained so diligently precisely to return to the mainland one day to seek revenge on the Spirit Hall and to revitalize the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Family. Being trapped on Sea God Island with immense strength was instead the greatest sorrow.
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After a full week, Yang Xiong asked the deacon to apply to Bo Saixi, preparing to begin the sixth trial.
The location of this trial was outside the palace of the Great Enshrinement of Sea God Island, personally presided over by Sea God Douluo Bo Saixi.
When everyone arrived at the palace, the Seven Great Enshrinements were already present, and Bo Saixi herself was presiding in the center.
Bo Saixi was a little puzzled: "Yang Xiong, although your six people are quite strong, there's no need to rush into the sixth trial. You still have a full year. You can improve your strength during this year, and the assessment might be relatively easier in the future."
Bo Saixi's words had a hidden meaning. Normally, if the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island joined forces, there would be a full seven Titled Douluo, and they could also cooperate with each other, reaching an unimaginable level of strength.
However, Yang Xiong and his group still had some shortcomings. Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu were still just ordinary Soul Saints. If they were given a year to cultivate, they might be able to reduce the gap between the two sides, especially since everyone could utilize the resources of Sea God Island.
It's important to know that Ning Rongrong played an extremely crucial role in their ability to pass the fifth trial. When it came to a seven-person team battle, Huo Wu, Shui Bing'er, and Ning Rongrong would definitely be targeted first, leaving only Yang Xiong, Oscar, and Feng Xiaotian to truly fight.
Furthermore, Ning Rongrong had already revealed her Eight Spider Soul Bone and Rasengan, so she couldn't reveal her strength at a critical moment to damage the enemy.
Yang Xiong didn't hesitate at all: "Senior Bo Saixi, since we have decided to participate in the trial, we are confident we can pass. Please grant us your wish."
Soon, both sides arranged their formations.
Among the six of them, Yang Xiong's group used a one-two-three formation. Ning Rongrong was alone at the back, providing support to everyone on the field. Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er were in the center of the team, responsible for field control. At the very front were Yang Xiong, Feng Xiaotian, and Oscar. Yang Xiong stood in the center of the three, with Oscar and Feng Xiaotian on either side of him.
To truly fight against seven Titled Douluo, Oscar had to act as a Battle Soul Master. Otherwise, with only Yang Xiong and Feng Xiaotian as Battle Soul Masters, they would be unable to contend with the seven.
As for Ning Rongrong, with her Eight Spider Soul Bone and Nine Treasure Bodyguard Divine Light, there was no need to arrange for someone to protect her.
As for Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er, the two Soul Saints, they could only be left in the center to control the field. Otherwise, in a situation where they were greatly outnumbered, these two would likely be defeated immediately.
The seven from Sea God Island arranged a one-two-three-one formation. At the very back was Sea Maiden Douluo, followed by Sea Horse Douluo and Sea Star Douluo. The three in the middle were Sea Lance Douluo, Sea Horse Douluo, and Ghost Douluo, in order. At the very front was Sea Dragon Douluo.
It was clear that this formation was well-planned, and their positions must have been carefully considered. The mental-type Sea Maiden Douluo was at the back of the team, capable of launching mental attacks from a distance.
Sea Horse Douluo and Sea Star Douluo were responsible for control. Their Martial Souls were Illusory Sea Snake and Sea Star, respectively, and their control abilities were extremely powerful.
The four in front were responsible for offense, especially the central Sea Dragon Douluo and Sea Lance Douluo. The two formed a line and were likely the core of the entire team's offense.
Moreover, judging by their appearance, they seemed to be very specifically targeting Yang Xiong's group of six. Coupled with the coordination abilities of Titled Douluo, their strength was unimaginable.
Sea Dragon Douluo appeared full of confidence: "Yang Xiong, although your strength is greater than mine, with the seven of us Seven Holy Pillars working together this time, our strength is definitely something you cannot handle. I hope you can last for an hour."
Yang Xiong snorted coldly: "Senior, you won't know the outcome until we fight."
With a command from Bo Saixi, everyone revealed their Martial Souls and Soul Rings, and the trial officially began.
Shui Bing'er was the first to act, directly activating her First Soul Skill, Ice Seal. Instantly, the surrounding water surface was completely frozen, and even the seven Titled Douluo on the opposite side were frozen.
However, due to the vast difference in soul power, in just an instant, the Seven Holy Pillars of Sea God Island broke free from the Ice Seal and rapidly attacked Yang Xiong and his group.
Sea Dragon Douluo transformed into a giant sea dragon, and Sea Lance Douluo held a massive sea lance. The two quickly attacked Yang Xiong.
Sea Horse Douluo attacked Oscar, and Ghost Douluo attacked Feng Xiaotian.
Yang Xiong was well-prepared. As soon as Shui Bing'er used her Ice Seal soul skill, he charged forward, taking the lead towards Sea Dragon Douluo.
In just an instant, Yang Xiong's hands turned into claws, and he began fighting against Sea Dragon Douluo and Sea Lance Douluo.
Sea Dragon Douluo's hands also transformed into dragon claws, and he attacked Yang Xiong almost desperately. The sea lance in Sea Lance Douluo's hand appeared imposing, and its power seemed extremely formidable.
In just an instant, Yang Xiong's group of six was at a disadvantage.
Ning Rongrong supported the massive Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, chanting a spell: "Nine Treasures are renowned, the first is strength, the second is speed, the third is soul, the fourth is defense."
In an instant, four rays of light rapidly merged into Oscar and the others. Moreover, to enable the four of them to contend with Titled Douluo, she basically maximized the auxiliary effects of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
Oscar also immediately consumed a Mirror Image Sausage, instantly transforming into a giant Gale Demon Wolf. With Ning Rongrong's amplification, he rapidly engaged in battle with Ghost Douluo.
Feng Xiaotian, meanwhile, fought against Sea Horse Douluo.
Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er used Fire Shadow and ice attributes respectively, with giant Fire Shadows and Ice Phoenixes controlling the entire field.
The Seven Holy Pillars also felt extremely strange. Perhaps when they had previously fought against Ning Rongrong and her group, Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu seemed to have absorbed the experience from that battle, and their combat power had increased again, with a certain degree of coordination added between them.
Especially the cooperation between Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu's ice and fire elements was very tacit, possessing great power even in the sea.
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