Chapter 190: Tournament Stages By Different Sects
The grand tournament, a monumental event orchestrated by the righteous sects, began with fervor and anticipation. The announcement of the tournament spread like wildfire, attracting tens of thousands of cultivators from all over the island. The rewards were tantalizing, and the promise of joining prestigious sects added to the allure. From bustling cities to remote villages, cultivators of varying backgrounds flocked to the grand arena, each one eager to prove their worth.
The first stage of the tournament, managed by the Azure Peak Sect, was a massive undertaking. The sect, known for its mastery of earth techniques, created a sprawling battlefield filled with rocky terrain and shifting earth. The challenge was designed to test the adaptability and resilience of the participants. Thousands of cultivators gathered, their expressions a mix of determination and excitement.
Wang Li observed from a high platform, his eyes scanning the crowd. “The Azure Peak Sect has done an impressive job,” he remarked to Xia Bingling.
She nodded. “Their use of earth techniques to manipulate the battlefield is commendable. This stage will truly test the participants’ ability to navigate difficult terrain.”
The battle began with a thunderous roar as the ground shifted and quaked. Disciples from various sects showcased their skills, while loose cultivators used their rich experience to maneuver through the chaos. Techniques like the “Earth Dragon’s Wrath” and “Stone Avalanche” were unleashed by the Azure Peak Sect disciples, creating obstacles and challenges for the participants.
A young disciple from the Heavenly Sword Sect leaped gracefully, using his sword technique, “Heavenly Blade Dance,” to cut through the falling rocks. Loose cultivators, lacking formal training, displayed their unique skills honed through years of survival. One such cultivator, a man named Li Shun, used his ability to blend into the shadows and avoid the worst of the upheaval.
As the first stage concluded, the number of participants had drastically reduced. Only those who demonstrated exceptional skill and adaptability advanced to the next round. The Azure Peak Sect’s efforts were successful in significantly thinning the numbers, leaving only the most capable to proceed.
The second stage, orchestrated by the Heavenly Sword Sect, was a test of speed and precision. The arena transformed into a labyrinth filled with traps and obstacles. The participants had to navigate the maze while evading deadly traps and rival cultivators. The Heavenly Sword Sect’s disciples, known for their unparalleled swordsmanship, set the standard with techniques like the “Swift Sword Gale” and “Blade Mirage.”
Wang Li watched intently as the cultivators dashed through the maze. “The Heavenly Sword Sect’s emphasis on speed and precision is evident,” he said. “This stage will test their reflexes and quick thinking.”
A female disciple from the Jade Lotus Palace Sect, known for her agility, used her technique, “Lotus Step,” to gracefully avoid the traps. Loose cultivators, relying on their instincts, showcased their own methods of survival. A burly man named Zhang Wei used brute force to smash through obstacles, while a nimble woman used her acrobatics to flip and twist through the maze.
As the second stage drew to a close, the number of participants dwindled further. The Heavenly Sword Sect’s meticulous planning had effectively separated the skilled from the less capable, leaving only the best to continue.
The third stage, managed by the Azure Dragon Pavilion, brought a different challenge. The battlefield was now a series of interconnected lakes and rivers, requiring participants to master water techniques or adapt quickly to the aquatic environment. The Azure Dragon Pavilion disciples, with their mastery over water and ice, demonstrated their prowess with techniques like “Dragon’s Tide” and “Frost Wave.”
“The Azure Dragon Pavilion has created a truly challenging stage,” Xia Bingling commented. “Only those who can adapt to the water environment will succeed.”
Wang Li agreed, watching as participants struggled to stay afloat. A disciple from the Celestial Phoenix Sect used her fire techniques, creating steam and momentarily blinding her opponents. Loose cultivators employed various strategies; some swam skillfully while others used makeshift rafts.
A young man named Yan Rui, known for his ingenuity, fashioned a raft out of nearby materials and used a combination of fire and wind techniques to propel himself forward. His resourcefulness earned him a place in the next round.
By the end of the third stage, the number of participants was cut down significantly. The Azure Dragon Pavilion’s unique challenge had effectively weeded out those unable to adapt to the aquatic environment.
The fourth stage, hosted by the Emerald Sea Palace Sect, took place in a dense forest filled with hidden dangers. The participants had to navigate the forest while avoiding traps and ambushes set by the sect’s disciples. The Emerald Sea Palace Sect, known for their wood attribute techniques, used the environment to their advantage with techniques like “Vine Snare” and “Forest Illusion.”
“This stage is perfect for testing stealth and strategy,” Wang Li remarked as he watched the participants move cautiously through the forest.
A disciple from the Iron Mountain Sect, known for his brute strength, used his technique “Iron Fist” to smash through obstacles, while a disciple from the Silver Moon Palace Sect used her illusion techniques to mislead her opponents. Loose cultivators, with their varied backgrounds, showed impressive adaptability. A woman named Hua Mei used her knowledge of herbs to create temporary antidotes for the forest’s poisons, while a man named Chen Long relied on his keen senses to avoid traps.
As the fourth stage concluded, only a fraction of the original participants remained. The Emerald Sea Palace Sect’s challenge had successfully tested their strategic thinking and stealth.
The fifth stage, overseen by the Jade Lotus Palace Sect, took place in an open field filled with illusions and traps. The all-female sect, known for their beauty and deadly techniques, created a battlefield that tested the participants’ mental fortitude and perception. Techniques like “Lotus Mirage” and “Petal Dance” confused and disoriented the participants.
Wang Li observed with interest. “The Jade Lotus Palace Sect has created a stage that challenges the mind as much as the body.”
A disciple from the Celestial Phoenix Sect used her fiery techniques to dispel the illusions, while a disciple from the Heavenly Sword Sect relied on his sharp senses to navigate the field. Loose cultivators displayed their unique approaches; a man named Jin Feng used his experience as a hunter to track his way through the illusions, while a woman used her keen intuition to avoid traps.
By the end of the fifth stage, the number of participants had dwindled further. The Jade Lotus Palace Sect’s emphasis on mental acuity had effectively challenged the participants, leaving only the sharpest and most perceptive to advance.
The sixth stage, managed by the Silver Moon Palace Sect, took place under the cover of night. The participants had to navigate a dark forest, relying on their senses and techniques to avoid danger and reach the exit. The Silver Moon Palace Sect, known for their elegant and elusive techniques, used the darkness to their advantage with techniques like “Moonlight Step” and “Shadow Veil.”
“The Silver Moon Palace Sect has created a stage that tests the participants’ ability to navigate in darkness,” Wang Li noted, impressed by the challenge.
A disciple from the Iron Mountain Sect used his technique “Iron Wall” to create a protective barrier, while a disciple from the Azure Dragon Pavilion used her water techniques to sense movements in the dark. Loose cultivators, with their diverse backgrounds, showed impressive adaptability. A man named Wu Jian used his knowledge of the night sky to navigate, while a woman named Yue Ying relied on her acute hearing to avoid danger.
As the sixth stage concluded, the number of participants was reduced even further. The Silver Moon Palace Sect’s challenge had effectively tested their ability to navigate in darkness, leaving only the most adept to continue.
The seventh stage, hosted by the Celestial Phoenix Sect, took place in a volcanic landscape filled with lava pits and intense heat. The participants had to navigate the treacherous terrain while avoiding the dangers of the volcanic environment. The Celestial Phoenix Sect, known for their fiery techniques, created a battlefield that tested the participants’ endurance and fire resistance with techniques like “Phoenix Flame” and “Lava Burst.”
Wang Li watched as participants struggled with the intense heat. “The Celestial Phoenix Sect has created a stage that tests their endurance and resilience.”
A disciple from the Heavenly Sword Sect used his technique “Sword Shield” to create a barrier against the heat, while a disciple from the Jade Lotus Palace Sect used her water techniques to cool the air around her. Loose cultivators showed their resourcefulness; a man named Zhang Ming used his earth techniques to create a path over the lava, while a woman named Li Na used her wind techniques to stay aloft.
By the end of the seventh stage, the number of participants was whittled down to a mere fraction. The Celestial Phoenix Sect’s challenge had effectively tested their endurance and fire resistance, leaving only the strongest to advance.
The eighth stage, managed by the Iron Mountain Sect, took place in a rugged mountain range filled with treacherous paths and powerful winds. The participants had to navigate the mountains while avoiding the dangers of the environment and rival cultivators. The Iron Mountain Sect, known for their strength and resilience, created a battlefield that tested the participants’ physical and mental fortitude with techniques like “Mountain Crush” and “Iron Fortress.”
“The Iron Mountain Sect has created a stage that tests their physical and mental strength,” Wang Li observed, impressed by the challenge.
A disciple from the Azure Dragon Pavilion used his water techniques to create a path through the mountains, while a disciple from the Silver Moon Palace Sect used her illusion techniques to avoid detection. Loose cultivators showed their adaptability; a man named Liu Feng used his agility to navigate the treacherous paths, while a woman used her earth techniques to create handholds in the rocky terrain.
As the eighth stage concluded, only thirty-two participants remained. The Iron Mountain Sect’s challenge had effectively tested their physical and mental strength, leaving only the most resilient to continue.
