418: Chapter 418 Five Elements Space

"Seals of the Five Elements? What is that?"

"The door only opens when all five seals are gathered? This... doesn't this mean there must be at least five people, each obtaining one of the metal, wood, water, fire, and earth seals?"

"No, not necessarily! It's also possible for a single person to collect all five seals!"

"Are you joking? One person collecting all Five Elements seals? How is that possible! Unless their comprehension of the Five Elements has reached an extremely high Realm and they can integrate them all! That's simply a pipe dream!"

"That voice said the seals would 'scatter'? Does that mean they can be stolen?"

"I'm afraid so! And 'upon death the seal returns'... this means one can kill to seize the seal!"

"The time of one incense stick! Only one incense stick!"

The crowd discussed fervently, their expressions shifting constantly.

The rules were already very clear.

To enter the Five Elements Unification Hall, one must obtain at least one Five Elements seal.

And the seals likely required passing a trial related to the corresponding element, and they could be snatched away!

Finally, there was only one incense stick's worth of time to open the hall doors, which meant the competition would erupt in the most intense and cruel manner within a very short period!

"Just as I thought," Ye Tian noted privately; this matched his previous speculations.

The Five Elements Unification Hall tested not only strength but also comprehension of the Dao of the Five Elements, as well as... the ability to survive in brutal competition.

"Brother Ye, what do you think?" Qin Pojun asked in a heavy voice, gripping his long spear as his sharp gaze swept over the crowd on the square, which had instantly become tense and hostile.

Once the rules were out, the previously restrained atmosphere vanished, and everyone became a competitor.

After a moment's thought, Ye Tian analyzed quickly: "The priority is to figure out how to obtain the 'Seals of the Five Elements'.

Those five light pillars are likely the path to obtaining the seals, or rather, the entrances to the 'trials'. We need to try as soon as possible and decide how to distribute ourselves.

We have the advantage in numbers, but there are only five seals. We might not get them all, and we must guard against others stealing them."

"I'll go try that metal pillar first!" Xiahou Ba, having the most impatient personality, shouldered his giant axe and prepared to charge forward.

"Brother Xiahou, wait!" Dongfang Xinghe hurriedly stopped him, pointing to the corresponding Formation diagram areas beneath the five light pillars.

"Look, the Formation patterns around where the light pillars land are clearly different; they seem to form five relatively independent 'trial zones'. Judging by the patterns, they won't be easy to enter. Rushing in blindly might lead to disaster."

Everyone looked where Dongfang Xinghe pointed. Indeed, within the ground area covered by the five-colored pillars, the Formation patterns were denser, emitting strong energy fluctuations with faint illusions within.

In the metal zone, there were phantoms of mountains of blades and forests of swords.

In the wood zone, ancient trees reached the sky, and vines were like dragons.

In the water zone, there were vast blue waves and surging undercurrents.

In the fire zone, magma churned, and fierce flames burned the heavens.

In the earth zone, mountains rose in ridges, and the earth was heavy.

Even viewing them from a distance made one's heart palpitate.

"Brother Xinghe is right, we mustn't be reckless," Yun Wuji agreed. "This trial is likely more than just getting close to the light pillars. We need someone to test it first and figure out the rules."

Everyone's eyes instinctively focused on Ye Tian once more.

Unknowingly, Ye Tian had become the de facto core decision-maker of this temporary team.

Ye Tian did not decline. His gaze swept over the five light pillars, finally stopping at the "fire pillar" zone where flames were rising.

Although the Cultivation Technique he practiced was primarily based on lightning, lightning and fire were inherently connected. Moreover, he had cultivated the Five Elements Sword Body; while his mastery over fire power wasn't profound, he was more attuned to it than the average person.

More importantly, the Chaos True Essence in his body could simulate, contain, and transform all types of Qi, giving him a natural advantage.

"I'll go try the fire zone," Ye Tian said in a deep voice.

Then he looked at the others.

"Brother Qin's Spear Intent is sharp; he can try the metal zone. Brother Xiahou's technique is heavy; he can go to the earth zone. Junior Sister Shui can try the water zone. As for the wood zone..."

His gaze turned toward Yu Miaoqing and Feng Xuan.

Yu Miaoqing's technique leaned toward water and wood, while Feng Xuan was of the wind attribute. Since wind follows wood, he might be able to try it.

"I'll go to the wood zone," Yu Miaoqing volunteered.

Feng Xuan nodded: "I will cover you. If there's any change, I can support from the side."

"Good." Ye Tian nodded and looked at Yun Wuji and Han Xiao.

"Senior Brother Yun, Brother Han, as well as Senior Brother Pei and Senior Brother Dongfang, you four shouldn't rush into the trial zones. Stay on the periphery to provide support.

First, guard against sneak attacks from Li Xuanxiao and others. Second, observe the situation in other zones. If there's an opportunity, you can try to get a seal, but act within your capabilities—safety first.

Ghost Girl's injuries haven't healed yet, so I'll trouble Brother Han to look after her."

No one had any objections to Ye Tian's arrangements.

"Junior Brother Ye, please be very careful," Shui Qingdie whispered, her beautiful eyes filled with worry.

Ye Tian gave her a reassuring smile and nodded. Then, without further hesitation, he moved and walked toward the crimson fire light pillar zone.

His movements immediately attracted the attention of many people on the square.

"Look! Someone is moving!"

"It's that Ye Tian! He went to the fire zone!"

"What courage! To be the first to take the plunge!"

"Hmph, he doesn't know death. It's perfect to let him scout the way and see how dangerous this trial really is."

The crowd buzzed with discussion, their eyes closely following Ye Tian's figure.

At some point, Li Xuanxiao had also stood up from the giant rock. Holding his sword, he watched Ye Tian's back with a cold gaze, thinking of who knows what.

Qin Pojun, Xiahou Ba, Shui Qingdie, Yu Miaoqing, and Feng Xuan also selected their target zones.

However, they did not enter immediately but stood at the edges of the zones, observing vigilantly, clearly waiting for Ye Tian to scout the situation first.

Ye Tian approached the range covered by the crimson light pillar step by step.

The closer he got, the more he felt the scorching breath blowing against his face, as if a sea of fire lay ahead.

The moment one of his feet stepped into that crimson Formation zone, the scene before his eyes changed abruptly!

The square, the crowd, and the other light pillars all vanished, replaced by a boundless crimson world!

Beneath his feet were scalding rocks, in the distance were churning lava lakes, the sky was filled with eternally burning fire clouds, and the air was saturated with violent fire Spiritual Qi, so hot it seemed it would evaporate one's blood and Soul!

"An illusion Formation? No, it's a real trial space!"

Ye Tian's heart tightened as he instantly judged that this was no simple illusion, but an independent space temporarily opened by the power of a Formation!

The methods of ancient powerhouses were truly heaven-defying!

The instant he stepped into this fire space, the fire jade essence in his bosom seemed to stir slightly.

Simultaneously, the lava lake ahead churned violently, and a Fire Giant, three zhang tall and condensed from crimson flames, slowly rose from the lake.

Its hollow flame sockets "stared" at Ye Tian, and a scorching, violent pressure swept over!

The Aura of this Fire Giant had surprisingly reached the Peak of the fifth level of the Huahai Realm! Moreover, in this fire space, its power received a massive boost!

"Roar!" The Fire Giant let out a roar and strode forward. With every step, the ground shook and lava splashed.

It swung its arm and threw a punch. The scorching fist-wind distorted the air, smashing toward Ye Tian with an Aura that could incinerate everything!

The trial had begun!

On the square, the crowd only saw Ye Tian's figure flicker and become blurred after he stepped into the fire zone, leaving only a vague human outline standing there silently.

In the zone where he stood, the ground Formation patterns glowed with flowing light, emitting strong energy fluctuations; clearly, the internal trial had been triggered.

"He's in! I wonder what it's like inside?"

"Looking at those energy fluctuations, it's definitely not simple!"

"Look! Someone entered the metal zone too! It's Qin Pojun from the Zhenbei Princes Mansion!"

"In the wood zone, Yu Miaoqing and Feng Xuan from the Liuli Xuan Sect have entered!"

"The water zone... it's Shui Qingdie of the Liuli Xuan Sect!"

"The earth zone, Xiahou Ba has entered!"

With Ye Tian taking the lead, the crowd, who had long been unable to restrain themselves, also began to act.

Some prodigies who were confident in their own strength and attribute compatibility also gritted their teeth and stepped into their chosen zones.

For a time, in the zones covered by the five-colored pillars, figures were swallowed by light one after another and fell into silence, with only the light of the ground Formation patterns flickering, indicating the intense trials within.

Li Xuanxiao still stood in place, his gaze scanning between the five-colored pillars. Finally, it landed on the white light pillar zone representing "Metal".

"Metal governs slaughter and sharpness; it best suits my Sword Dao."

He no longer hesitated and took a step forward, his figure instantly vanishing into that white light pillar.

On the square, those who had not yet entered the trial zones felt even more tense and anxious.