Chapter 257: Challenge of the Seven Sacred Pillars
With Yang Xiong's continuous challenges, defeating all seven Title Douluos of Sea God Island in just over two hours, the Fifth Trial of Sea God Island was finally completed.
A voice echoed in Yang Xiong's mind: "Yang Xiong, Top Eight Trials Fifth Trial, Challenge the Seven Sacred Pillars of Sea God Island, Trial complete. Reward: Soul power increased by one level, all soul ring years increased by one thousand years."
At this point, Yang Xiong's soul power had finally reached level ninety. His soul rings were still two purple, three black, and three red, but the two purple rings were now very close to the ten thousand-year level, especially the second ring, which was beginning to show signs of turning black.
Having passed five trials consecutively, all of Yang Xiong's soul rings' ages had been increased by nine thousand years, bringing them very close to the ten-thousand-year mark.
Among everyone, Qin Shuang and Yang Wei had already completed all their trial content. In addition to the one level increase in soul power from the Fifth Trial, they were also rewarded with one level of soul power after completing all the trial content.
Qin Shuang was now at level seventy-nine, and Yang Wei had reached level eighty-six. Both were also rewarded with a divine soul ring, which they could absorb once they reached their next bottleneck.
Of course, they had also earned the Black-level authority of Sea God Island, meaning they were now on equal footing with the Seven Sacred Pillars in terms of status. However, neither the Sea God nor Poseidon had made further arrangements for them.
Ning Rongrong reached level eighty-five, Oscar reached level eighty-four, Feng Xiaotian also reached level eighty-four, Shui Bing'er reached level seventy-six, and Huo Wu reached level seventy-seven.
Among them, Ning Rongrong's soul rings had changed to four purple and four black, while Shui Bing'er's were four purple and three black. Both of them had increased the age of their soul rings by two thousand five hundred years.
At this point, the content of the Sixth Trial appeared before Yang Xiong: "Yang Xiong, Top Eight Trials Sixth Trial, lead Ning Rongrong, Oscar, Feng Xiaotian, Huo Wu, and Shui Bing'er to battle the Seven Sacred Pillars of Sea God Island, and hold out for one hour. Time limit: One year."
After reading the trial content, Yang Xiong let out a sigh of relief. As long as he didn't have to fight Sea God Douluo Poseidon, he wasn't afraid of any other trial.
Now that Yang Xiong had reached level ninety, although he hadn't absorbed any soul rings yet, he was confident he could challenge Title Douluos at level ninety-seven, and even fight those at level ninety-eight. Only against a level ninety-nine Limit Douluo did he have no real confidence.
Yang Xiong had witnessed Poseidon's terrifying strength during the tidal body refinement, and the rumors seemed true — only those at the hundred-level strength could defeat Poseidon.
When it came to power, in the original story, Tang San was just a Soul Douluo, and the Haotian Hammer didn't even have a soul ring. How could he truly compete with a level ninety-nine Limit Douluo? The truth was that Poseidon spared him out of old affection.
The group took a week to recover and organize their recent gains. Their experiences fighting Title Douluos were invaluable.
However, there was a big issue now — they needed to figure out how to leave Sea God Island.
The purpose of their participation in the trials was to join Sea God Island, but the resources given by the Sea God were not just for improving their own strength; they were meant for them to stay long-term and contribute to Sea God Island.
However, Yang Xiong had a strange feeling that the Eighth Trial of Sea God might not be simple. Especially since his martial soul had evolved, now containing a hint of divinity. Only then could it truly be considered a divine martial soul.
This meant Yang Xiong had already made some connection with the God of Shura. It seemed that both the Sea God and the God of Shura had likely made arrangements for his departure from Sea God Island long ago.
A similar problem was troubling Tang San and his companions. Now that Dai Mubai and the others had completed their trials, only Tang San and Xiao Wu still needed to continue.
Although Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing had earned Black-level authority on Sea God Island, they could not leave the island.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing were free to go wherever they pleased. Since leaving the Star Luo Empire, they had been traveling and training all over the world, with no plans to return.
However, Yu Tianheng and Dugu Yan were different. Yu Tianheng carried the deep hatred of the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus family. His intense training was all in preparation to return to the continent one day to take revenge on the Spirit Hall, to revive the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus family. Being trapped on Sea God Island with his strength felt like the greatest tragedy.
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After another week, Yang Xiong asked the deacon to apply to Poseidon, preparing to begin the Sixth Trial.
The trial was to take place outside the Great Priest's palace on Sea God Island, and Poseidon Douluo would personally preside.
When the group arrived at the palace, the Seven Great Priests had already gathered, with Poseidon himself sitting at the center.
Poseidon looked slightly puzzled. "Yang Xiong, while your strength is impressive, there's no need to rush into the Sixth Trial. You still have a full year. During this time, you could improve your strength, and the trial would likely be easier."
Poseidon's words had deeper meaning. Normally, if the Seven Sacred Pillars of Sea God Island worked together, they would form a team of seven Title Douluos, each capable of cooperating with each other, making their strength unimaginable.
However, Yang Xiong's group still had some weaknesses. Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu were only ordinary Soul Sages, and if they were given a year to train, the gap between them and the others could potentially shrink, especially with access to Sea God Island's resources.
It was clear that Ning Rongrong had played a key role in helping them pass the Fifth Trial. However, in the Seven-person team battle, Huo Wu, Shui Bing'er, and Ning Rongrong would likely be targeted first, leaving only Yang Xiong, Oscar, and Feng Xiaotian as the main combatants.
Furthermore, with Ning Rongrong already revealing the Eight-Spider Soul Bone and the Spiral Ball, she wouldn't be able to fully demonstrate her strength at the critical moment to cause significant damage to the enemy.
Yang Xiong didn't hesitate. "Senior Poseidon, since we've decided to participate in the trial, we are confident in passing it. Please allow us to proceed."
Soon, both sides arranged their formations.
Yang Xiong's group used a 1-2-3 formation. Ning Rongrong stayed at the back to assist everyone, while Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er stood at the center, responsible for control. The front consisted of Yang Xiong, Feng Xiaotian, and Oscar, with Yang Xiong at the center, flanked by Oscar and Feng Xiaotian on either side.
To truly battle seven Title Douluos, Oscar had to act as a battle soul master, otherwise, Yang Xiong and Feng Xiaotian alone would not be able to face the Seven Pillars.
As for Ning Rongrong, with her Eight-Spider Soul Bone and Nine Treasure Guardian Light, she didn't require protection.
Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er, as Soul Sages, could only focus on controlling the battlefield. Otherwise, given the disparity in numbers, they would be overwhelmed quickly.
The Seven Sacred Pillars arranged themselves in a 1-2-3-1 formation. At the rear was Sea Witch Douluo, followed by Sea Madness Douluo and Sea Star Douluo. The three middle pillars were Sea Spear Douluo, Seahorse Douluo, and Sea Ghost Douluo, with Sea Dragon Douluo at the front.
It was evident that this formation had been carefully arranged, with the spiritual Sea Witch Douluo positioned at the back to launch long-range spiritual attacks. Sea Madness Douluo and Sea Star Douluo were in charge of control, while Sea Dragon Douluo and Sea Spear Douluo were the main offensive core.
Their formation was tailored to target Yang Xiong's group specifically, and with their Title Douluo-level coordination, their strength was unimaginable.
Sea Dragon Douluo looked confident. "Yang Xiong, while your strength may surpass mine, this time, when we Seven Sacred Pillars join forces, our strength will be beyond what you can handle. I hope you can hold out for an hour."
Yang Xiong sneered. "Senior, only the battle will reveal the outcome."
With a command from Poseidon, everyone released their martial souls and soul rings, and the trial officially began.
Shui Bing'er acted first, using her first soul skill, Ice Seal. In an instant, the surrounding water froze, trapping all seven Title Douluos.
However, due to the vast difference in soul power, within a moment, the Seven Sacred Pillars broke free from the ice and quickly advanced toward Yang Xiong's group.
Sea Dragon Douluo transformed into a giant sea dragon, while Sea Spear Douluo brandished a massive sea spear, charging at Yang Xiong.
Seahorse Douluo attacked Oscar, and Sea Ghost Douluo targeted Feng Xiaotian.
Yang Xiong was prepared. As soon as Shui Bing'er used her Ice Seal, he charged straight at Sea Dragon Douluo.
In an instant, Yang Xiong's hands transformed into claws, and he was in combat with Sea Dragon Douluo and Sea Spear Douluo.
Sea Dragon Douluo also transformed his hands into dragon claws, attacking Yang Xiong with all his might, while Sea Spear Douluo's spear seemed to contain immense power.
In just a moment, Yang Xiong's group was at a disadvantage.
Ning Rongrong raised the massive Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, chanting: "Nine treasures, first strength, second speed, third soul, fourth defense."
Four beams of light quickly fused into Oscar and the others, boosting their ability to fight against Title Douluos.
Oscar also quickly consumed his replica mirror sausages, transforming into a huge Gale Demon Wolf. With Ning Rongrong's support, he engaged Sea Ghost Douluo in battle.
Feng Xiaotian fought against Seahorse Douluo.
Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er controlled the battlefield with their respective fire and ice attributes, using their Fire Shadow and Ice Phoenix to dominate the field.
The Seven Sacred Pillars were surprised. It seemed that Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu, after the previous experience with Ning Rongrong, had improved their combat abilities and synergy.
Especially the combination of Shui Bing'er's ice and Huo Wu's fire elements was highly effective, even in the ocean.
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