Yunxia Gu becoming the referee made Old Mo and I a little excited.
However, after their introductions concluded.
Daoist Master Liuyun of the Wudang sect spoke again:
"Fellow Daoists, today's challenge matches are limited to young fellow Daoists under thirty years old.
Victory is achieved by winning ten consecutive matches or by no one daring to challenge.
Furthermore, all challengers who step onto the stage will receive a prize."
He said, pointing to a red cloth not far from the arena.
A young Daoist attendant, seeing this, directly pulled away the red cloth.
Beneath the red cloth were many bottles, jars, herbs, books, and more than a dozen items.
But in the most conspicuous position, there were three boxes.
One black, one red, and one crystal – three different colors and materials, clearly indicating that the contents were extraordinary.
The surrounding Daoists began to discuss again upon seeing this.
"What are all these? Bottles and jars?"
"What else could they be? They're all elixirs!"
"I wonder what the grand prize will be for the top contender?"
"..."
Daoist Master Liuyun smiled slightly as he heard the discussion and continued:
"This arena competition will be based on points.
Although there is only one champion, the more consecutive victories one achieves, the more rewards they will receive.
Basic elixirs; from Spirit Replenishing Pills to Foundation Building Pills.
Herbs; from Seven Star Grass to Alchemy Furnaces.
Books; such as the Stillness Mantra and the Five Element Talismans, all are available for selection.
Of course, if one obtains the top spot.
In addition to the three major categories mentioned above, there will be three additional treasures."
Daoist Master Liuyun paused here.
Everyone's gaze was fixed on the three boxes.
"The first item, a cloaking cloak made of Void Silkworm Silk."
As soon as he said this, a young attendant opened the black box and, wearing gloves, took out the cloak.
The cloak was incredibly dark, to the point where it seemed to absorb all light.
Some knowledgeable Daoists, upon hearing the name, gasped in shock.
Their voices filled with astonishment.
"Void Silkworm Silk?"
"Is it that Void Silkworm from the extreme abyssal waters of the East Sea?"
"Fellow Daoist, what is Void Silkworm Silk, is it very precious?"
"Damn, is this merely precious? It's something rarely seen in a century!
Have you heard of the East Sea Abyss?
It's one of the Ten Fierce Lands of Heaven and Earth.
The Void Silkworm lives in such a place.
The silk they spin has the ability to mask all traces.
If this were made into a cloak and worn, it would make one as invisible as a ghost to spectral beings.
It's a hundred times better than a Breath Concealing Talisman!"
A Daoist friend in front of me explained excitedly, his eyes gleaming as he looked at the Void Silkworm cloaking cloak.
Old Mo and I were also surprised.
"Martial Uncle, is this thing really that precious?"
"Yes, Master, can this thing truly achieve one hundred percent trace masking?"
Old Mo and I both asked.
Martial Uncle stared at the cloak and nodded seriously:
"It is genuine.
Besides concealing living beings, it can completely mask any aura.
If used well, it would be an absolute killing weapon for infiltration and surprise attacks.
In my youth, I saw a piece of it.
It is also waterproof and fire-resistant.
But it was only palm-sized, and this is a complete cloak.
Its value is immeasurable, truly rare..."
Seeing Martial Uncle's expression, he himself was tempted.
A cloak that could isolate any aura was truly exceptional.
Not only the Daoists from the Central Plains, but even those from the Western Regions, Japan, and the Southern Seas showed looks of longing.
But this was not the end, Daoist Master Liuyun continued his announcement:
"The second item, a Divine Fire Talisman."
Following this, the red box was opened.
A long red talisman appeared.
Because it was longer than ordinary talismans, it indicated that the talisman contained a greater amount of stored energy.
The red paper used also indicated the talisman's special nature.
Many people had not heard of the "Divine Fire Talisman" and were unsure of its effects.
"Senior, how powerful is the Divine Fire Talisman?"
"Senior, is this talisman very potent?"
"..."
Senior Liuyun explained:
"This talisman was accidentally obtained from the belongings of a senior.
When cast, it can summon celestial flames, like divine fire.
Its power is immense.
It is classified as a Celestial tier talisman art.
However, the drawing method and incantation have been lost.
Therefore, it is being offered as a prize this time in the hope that among the younger generation.
Someone can redraw the Divine Fire Talisman solely from the diagram.
Of course, using this talisman at a critical moment also serves as a means of attack and self-preservation."
Hearing this, many people began to whisper again.
Many people knew how to draw fire talismans; most sects had their own methods.
But these were generally low-tier talismans of the Mysterious or Earthly ranks.
Celestial tier fire talisman arts were very rare.
Even many great sects had lost them.
But this celestial fire descent was rather extraordinary.
Not only was its power immense, but it was also a Celestial tier talisman art.
Even though there was only one, and the drawing method was lost.
As they said, if one could deduce the drawing method from the diagram, it would be like learning a high-tier talisman art, a great opportunity.
This alone made many of the younger generation, and even some older ones, eager.
In this age of declining Dharma, many Daoist arts and talismans had been lost.
Let alone Celestial tier talisman arts, even Mysterious tier talisman arts were becoming scarce.
Who wouldn't want to learn a new Celestial tier fire talisman art?
However, this was not the main event yet.
At this moment, Daoist Master Liuyun suddenly raised his voice and announced again:
"Next, is the greatest prize of this arena competition..."