Chapter 173: Power of Luck
Above the heavenly curtain, golden light shone brilliantly.
Under the gaze of countless breathless eyes, the golden characters representing the tenth position on the power ranking list finally solidified completely.
Clearly etched into everyone's sight!
[Douluo Continent power ranking list, Tenth Place: Elephant Armored Academy]
Following closely, the detailed information about the Elephant Armored Academy, as well as the reasons for its ranking and the rewards, unfolded slowly like a scroll:
[Reason for Ranking]: Leader of the Lower Four Sects, Legacy Martial Soul: Diamond Mammoth, world-renowned for its defensive power. Current Sect Master Hu Yan Zhen, an eighty-eighth level attack system Soul Douluo, can briefly withstand attacks from ordinary Titled Douluo by relying on the ultimate defense of the Diamond Mammoth Martial Soul. There are also two Soul Douluo Elders, four Martial Soul Saint-Grade experts, and dozens of Soul Emperors and Soul Kings within the Sect. Its core strength is solid, Sect cohesion is strong, and it holds a place in the field of defensive Soul Masters on the continent. Overall evaluation: ranked tenth.
[Ranking Rewards]:
1. Overall Luck Blessing: The overall Luck of the Elephant Armored Academy is permanently increased by 5%.
2. Cultivation Tide: Within the next year, all members of the Elephant Armored Academy (including affiliated personnel) will have their Cultivation speed increased by 10% when Cultivating within the Sect's core territory.
3. Resource Gift: A random reward of three ten-thousand-year quality Soul Bones (attributes leaning towards defense and strength)... Tenth place, Elephant Armored Academy!
Once this ranking was released, reactions varied across the continent.
Most ordinary Soul Masters and commoners felt relieved after a brief moment of surprise.
As the leader of the Lower Four Sects, the Elephant Armored Academy's reputation preceded it!
Especially its defensive power, known as a "mobile fortress," which was considered unique in the Spirit Master's world.
Although squeezing into the top ten was somewhat unexpected, it seemed reasonable.
"So it's the Elephant Armored Academy; their Diamond Mammoth Martial Soul is indeed ridiculously tough."
"Sect Master Hu Yan Zhen is only one step away from becoming a Titled Douluo. Combined with his Martial Soul's characteristics, he can briefly contend with a Titled Douluo; his strength is truly not to be underestimated."
"The rewards are so generous! Three ten-thousand-year Soul Bones! And that Luck blessing and Cultivation acceleration..."
"Cultivation speed increased by 10% for a whole year! My god, won't the strength of the Elephant Armored Academy's Disciples advance by leaps and bounds this year?"
"Power of Luck... sounds very mysterious?"
"..."
The focus of the discussion quickly shifted from the Elephant Armored Academy itself to those generous rewards.
Especially the two items: the Luck blessing and the overall Cultivation speed increase.
Ten-thousand-year Soul Bones were certainly precious!
But for a major power, they were not impossible to obtain.
However, a reward that directly improves the overall Cultivation speed of a power was simply unheard of!
This meant that within the next year, the growth efficiency of all Disciples in the Elephant Armored Academy would increase by fifteen percent!
One year is enough time for many Disciples stuck at a Bottleneck to make a Breakthrough!
It allows the younger generation to widen the gap with their peers!
With one side gaining and the other losing, the overall strength of the Elephant Armored Academy a year later will surely reach a new level!
The strategic value of this reward far exceeds a few Soul Bones!
As for the Luck blessing... although most people knew what it was but not why it was so, the word "Luck" itself was full of mystery and power.
Recalling the introduction on the heavenly curtain, everyone vaguely felt that this Luck was likely something more fundamental and profound than a simple power boost... Spirit Hall, Hall of Worship.
Qian Daoliu, Gold Crocodile Douluo, Azure Luan Douluo, and many other Douluo Enshrinements gathered, the atmosphere solemn.
They were also paying close attention to the heavenly curtain.
Seeing the Elephant Armored Academy ranked tenth and the rewards it received, a strange look flashed in the eyes of several Enshrinements.
Gold Crocodile Douluo said in a muffled voice, "Elephant Armored Academy? That kid Hu Yan Zhen is quite lucky."
"These rewards, especially that Cultivation acceleration, are Heaven-Defying for a major power."
"One year is enough to significantly solidify their mid-level strength."
Azure Luan Douluo frowned slightly, "High Priest, the rewards from this heavenly curtain are becoming more and more beyond common sense, directly affecting the overall Cultivation environment of a power... such methods are unheard of."
"Moreover, it treats the Elephant Armored Academy as a single power unit for the reward. Then our Spirit Hall..."
Solemnity flickered in Qian Daoliu's deep eyes, "This is exactly what I am concerned about. Our Spirit Hall has a special structure; the Supreme Pontiff Palace governs public affairs and the vast majority of Soul Masters, while the Hall of Worship is hidden behind the scenes with even greater strength."
"How will the heavenly curtain define us?"
"Will it treat us as a single Spirit Hall, or evaluate the Supreme Pontiff Palace and the Hall of Worship separately? This will directly affect our ranking and the rewards we might receive."
Lion Douluo said in a deep voice, "If evaluated separately, our Hall of Worship, with the seven of us, has the strength to look down on most powers on the continent. Our ranking would certainly be extremely high, and the rewards would be generous."
"But on the Supreme Pontiff Palace's side, although Bibi Dong is strong, and the duo of Ju and Gui are decent, the strengths of the other Elders vary... the ranking might be affected."
Light Feather Douluo toyed with the Light Feather Divine Bow in his hand and chuckled, "What if they are separate? What if they are combined? With the foundation of our Spirit Hall, could we possibly fear not making the list or not getting good rewards?"
"The key is this Power of Luck..."
"High Priest, you are widely experienced and knowledgeable. Do you know what this theory of Luck actually is? What practical impact does it have on our cultivation and the survival of our power?"
Everyone's gaze focused on Qian Daoliu.
This High Priest, who served the God of Angels, was one of the existences on the continent closest to Divinity and most knowledgeable.
Qian Daoliu pondered for a moment and said slowly, "The theory of Luck is profound and mysterious."
"It is briefly mentioned in the incomplete records of the Spirit Hall. It is not a physical energy, but more like an intangible 'momentum'."
"Those with flourishing Luck often find things going more smoothly, turning misfortune into blessings, encountering constant opportunities, and even influencing the talent and Heart-Nature of their Disciples."
"Conversely, those with declining Luck face many disasters and hardships, achieving half the result with twice the effort, and their legacies are easily broken."
"The direct reward of a Luck blessing from the heavenly curtain this time means that the Elephant Armored Academy will have a greater advantage than before in terms of future Sect development, Disciple growth, and crisis management. It is a fundamental and long-term improvement."
He paused, his gaze sweeping over the Enshrinements, "As for whether the Spirit Hall can rank in the top three, the key lies in whether the Soul Beast Clan is included in the evaluation."
"If the Soul Beast Clan is counted as a power, led by their Silver Dragon King and supported by Ferocious beasts like Di Tian, their strength is absolutely terrifying, and they will certainly have a place in the top three."
"Big Dipper Academy... is unfathomable. It wouldn't be surprising if they ranked first. Our Spirit Hall should strive for the top three."
...Sea God Island, in front of the Sea God Hall.
Bo Saixi was dressed in a red gown, beautiful and majestic!
She stood side by side with Tang Chen, whose aura was powerful but whose brow carried a hint of weariness and confusion, as they gazed at the heavenly curtain.
"Elephant Armored Academy... tenth."
Bo Saixi said softly, "This ranking is quite fair. Its defensive characteristics are distinct, and its core strength is decent, but it lacks true Peak combat power."
"Being at the end of the top ten is reasonable."
Tang Chen nodded, "The rewards are the key. Cultivation acceleration and Luck blessing—is the heavenly curtain trying to foster a group of rapidly growing powers to deal with the coming great war?"
Bo Saixi looked at Tang Chen, her beautiful eyes filled with concern, "Chen, you said just now that you wanted to go back to the Clear Sky Sect to take a look?"
A flash of complexity appeared in Tang Chen's eyes, "Yes, I've been away for too long. The Clear Sky Sect... seems to have developed major problems."
"From the previous rankings, very few Clear Sky Sect Disciples made the list, and their rankings are far inferior to those of the past. The title of the world's number one Sect is likely long gone."
"As the previous Sect Master, I have a responsibility to go back and find out what happened. It's just..."
He looked at Bo Saixi, somewhat hesitant.
He had just reunited with his beloved, and now they had to part again.
Bo Saixi understandingly held his hand and said softly, "Go. The Clear Sky Sect is your root and your responsibility. Only by clarifying the situation and settling your heart can you be at peace."
"I am here on Sea God Island; you don't need to worry."
"But you must be careful on this journey. Your injuries haven't healed, your strength hasn't recovered, and the situation within the Clear Sky Sect is unclear..."
Tang Chen felt the warmth and strength coming from her hand, and his heart settled. He nodded heavily, "I understand. I will return as soon as possible."
Bo Saixi added, "As for this power ranking list, with the foundation of Sea God Island, the Sea God Legacy, the Seven Sacred Pillar Guardians, and the protection of Lord Sea God, our overall strength should not be weak."
"Whether we can enter the top three depends, as you said, on how the Soul Beast Clan and Big Dipper Academy are evaluated."
"However, regardless of the ranking, Sea God Island's duty to protect the heart of the continent's oceans will not change."
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