The choice of exercises and instruments

If a person’s attainment in a Dao has reached the Grandmaster, then without a doubt, this person is definitely a leader in this school.

The vast majority of Golden Core True Persons are only at the Grandmaster in their own school’s attainment.

Only those “Heaven’s Chosen” with extraordinary talent and exceptional Luck might be able to reach the Grandmaster during the Foundation Establishment Stage….

After Li Tan’s careful consideration and repeated contemplation of various Cultivation Techniques, he finally decided to choose the speed type.

The reason is simple: if he encounters a powerful enemy and can’t defeat them, then he runs! He clings to life, and later, he can summon Corpse Fiend to disgust them.

There were three speed-type Cultivation Techniques in the field: “Profound Cloud Step, Swift Wind Shadow, and Floating Elegance.”

Among them, Profound Cloud Step and Swift Wind Shadow were Yellow Rank High Grade, while Floating Elegance was Yellow Rank Medium Grade.

With the thought of “choosing new over old, choosing expensive over suitable,” Li Tan decisively gave up on Floating Elegance and carefully considered Profound Cloud Step and Swift Wind Shadow.

These two Cultivation Techniques each had their pros and cons. Profound Cloud Step was aggressive and more suitable for fighting while retreating, pulling the battlefield, which was perfectly aligned with the fighting style of a battle maniac.

With an elegant posture and flexible turns, he would repeatedly pull and wander the battlefield, engaging in attrition warfare with the enemy, thereby gradually weakening the enemy’s Spiritual Qi.

Swift Wind Shadow, on the other hand, was bold and straightforward, with a hint of grand, sweeping movements. This method had no excessive introductions or flashy uses.

It adopted the form of “one force breaking ten thousand Laws,” rushing forward a certain distance with destructive speed, but this method also had a huge drawback!

During the process, one cannot change direction or stop!

This makes it very easy to be pulled by the enemy and be played with like a target.

A normal person would absolutely not choose such a foolish and clumsy Cultivation Technique, or rather, this is simply a failed Cultivation Technique!

But how could Li Tan be a normal person?

After seeing the introduction of this Cultivation Technique, Li Tan’s eyes lit up.

“This is simply his best escape method right now!”

He then decisively chose Swift Wind Shadow, and this Cultivation Technique was the collection of the Sixth Elder.

Under the astonished gazes of the Elders, they watched Li Tan choose Swift Wind Shadow. For a moment, even they, cunning as foxes, did not know what Li Tan was thinking.

Third Elder Third Elder Li Yin also spoke with doubt: “Little friend Yas, although this Swift Wind Shadow is a Yellow Rank High Grade Cultivation Technique, its drawbacks are immense. It is an uncontrollable method, and if used in battle, there’s no telling what kind of trouble might arise.”

What Third Elder Third Elder Li Yin said was true. If an ordinary person used this method, it would only add to their troubles and put them in a disadvantageous situation.

But for Li Tan, what he needed was explosive speed, and among these Cultivation Techniques, Swift Wind Shadow was undoubtedly more suited to him.

Li Tan, whose inner thoughts were already firm, naturally would not be swayed by Third Elder Li Yin’s few words.

Then, a look of regret appeared on his face, and he said somewhat helplessly: “This junior thanks Third Elder for his kind reminder, but none of these Cultivation Techniques are perfectly suited to this junior’s situation.”

“Compared to Profound Cloud Step, which is for attrition warfare, this Swift Wind Shadow is undoubtedly more suitable for me.”

Looking at Li Tan, who had a proper attitude and firm resolve, Third Elder Li Yin could not persuade him further and simply nodded slightly.

Third Elder Li Yin and Li Tan had no prior interactions. His reminder was merely an attempt to gain a favor from the other party, as sometimes, a favor cannot be bought with Spirit Stones.

“No profit, no early rise.” Someone with no prior interaction… why… would they help you?

With the previous example, the Elders no longer procrastinated and successively brought out their first-rank Dao Artifacts.

Three-foot long swords, heavy halberds, short blades, daggers, bows and arrows…

It could be said to be a motley collection. The weapons collected by these Elders were truly numerous, with a very messy variety and no discernible pattern. Some weapons even showed signs of wear and tear.

It is not difficult to suspect that these were probably obtained through improper means, as the lives of Loose Cultivators are the least valuable.

“No trump cards above, no backing below.”

To be alive is already considered quite lucky…

There are myriad Dao Laws, and each weapon is a school of its own, requiring one’s own comprehension and accumulation of experience.

The weapons piled up like a small mountain in front of him, but they greatly disappointed Li Tan.

Although there were many weapons, there was no Yin-attribute Magical Artifact for placing Corpse Fiend, which he wanted.

Li Tan sighed regretfully…

“Heaven does not always grant one’s wishes, but difficulties are meant to be overcome.”

“If not today, then tomorrow! If his aspirations are not met tomorrow, he will ascend the peak and discuss strategies with you on another day!”

Li Tan’s mind was racing. The choice of weapons also had its nuances; what suited him was always tens of thousands of times better than what others advised.

The Dao of the sword seeks precision, the fierce blade seeks heart, the arrow seeks accuracy, the short dagger seeks speed…

No matter the Dao of the weapon, it is by no means something that can be comprehended or achieved overnight.

“Due to the change in identity, Li Zhi could not be found, and where his future path lay was unknown.”

“Fate is always unpredictable. Would he go to Heaven Sword Immortal Sect? Or Corpse Fiend Demonic Sect? Li Tan did not know.”

For a moment, Li Tan asked himself, where is life’s excitement? Isn’t it in the unknown and surprises of tomorrow?

Perhaps tomorrow will be calm, or perhaps tomorrow will be full of thorns. Perhaps he will worry about a small matter, or perhaps he will flee for his life in a deadly struggle.

“In the face of the vast will of Heaven and the Laws of nature, human wisdom and power seem so small and insignificant.”

Even with the most meticulous thoughts and comprehensive plans, it is ultimately difficult to escape the subtle arrangements between Heaven and Earth.

“Human calculations are ultimately no match for Heaven’s calculations. Humans have intentions, but Heaven has eyes.”

The unknown is both the greatest fear and the greatest expectation…

Whether it is Heaven Sword Immortal Sect or Corpse Fiend Demonic Sect, he should prepare for both.

So he must choose a sword!

Even if he knew nothing about it, just a mediocre talent in the Dao of the sword among countless passersby, he still must have a sword!

Due to the grade, Li Tan surveyed his surroundings, and soon he found his target.

“Yellow Rank High Grade Blazing Flame Sword!”

A fire-attribute sword, and also the highest-grade among the many weapons.

As for his other weapon, Li Tan required it to be quick to get started! Simple and easy to understand.

Given his current situation, he could not settle down and meticulously refine a Dao.

And to be able to gain considerable combat power in the Early Stage without spending a lot of time learning skills and comprehending the “Dao,” the only thing that could meet this requirement was!

“Blade!”

The blade is like an autumn leaf, silent and stern, resolute and decisive. The blade and spear are like a Dragon… cold light flashes, awe-inspiring all living beings.

The blade, crowned with the potential for fierce might, has very low entry requirements!

“If a savage in the mountains has a blade, he can also slay a lone wolf!”

A grand and sweeping blade, even if wielded by a brute with no skill and only brute force, is not something a coward can contend with.

Under the gaze of the Elders, Li Tan finally came before the Fifth Elder, and then resolutely drew a blade.

A Yellow Rank Medium Grade Dao Artifact! “Blood Thorn Blade!”

As Li Tan’s selection concluded, the Elders also dispersed from the area.

Looking at the three Dao Artifacts in his storage ring, a smile appeared on Li Tan’s face.

“Yellow Rank High Grade Cultivation Technique Swift Wind Shadow, First-rank High Grade Dao Artifact Blazing Flame Sword, First-rank Medium Grade Dao Artifact Blood Thorn Blade.”