NOVEL NEXT Chapter 2: chapter 3: The First Spirit Ring Hunt
With his martial soul awakened, Xian Ye knew his next step was obtaining a spirit ring. A powerful martial soul demanded an equally powerful spirit beast. His choice was clear—a Holy Element-type beast to further enhance Excalibur's divine attributes.
Together with Cloud and Saber, Xian Ye ventured into the depths of the Star Dou Forest. The towering trees cast eerie shadows as the cries of spirit beasts echoed around them. With Cloud scouting ahead and Saber standing guard, their presence deterred weaker beasts from attacking.
[Scanning for suitable spirit beasts... Match found: Radiant Seraph Beast (1,000 years).]
A surge of excitement coursed through Xian Ye. The Radiant Seraph Beast was a rare holy-type spirit beast known for its incredible light-based abilities. A perfect match for Excalibur.
"Cloud, Saber, let's move."
They tracked the beast to a clearing where it stood, its pure white feathers glowing under the moonlight. The Radiant Seraph Beast sensed danger and spread its wings, ready to flee.
"Cloud, block its escape!" Xian Ye commanded.
In a flash, Cloud blurred forward, his buster sword slamming into the ground to create a shockwave that cut off the beast's retreat. Saber followed, delivering a precise strike that weakened it without killing it instantly.
"I'll deliver the final blow!" Xian Ye charged forward, Excalibur glowing brilliantly as he struck, infusing his attack with divine energy. The beast let out a final cry before collapsing.
A golden ring emerged from its body, shimmering with holy energy. Xian Ye sat down in a meditative stance and guided the ring into his body. As the energy fused with his soul, an immense power surged through him.
[Spirit Ring Absorbed: Radiant Seraph Beast (1,000 years).]
[New Ability Unlocked: Holy Light Blade – Enhances all attacks with radiant energy, dealing extra damage to dark-element enemies.]
Xian Ye opened his eyes, his golden irises shining with newfound strength. His journey had truly begun, and with each step, he was one step closer to dominating the continent.