Under everyone's gaze, the Luo Tian Patriarch took his seat on the throne.
Despite the Patriarch's smiling face, a mountain seemed to press down on everyone's hearts.
"These are twelve Creation Ancestral God Pills. Consuming one after reaching the Divine Emperor realm will directly advance one by a minor realm."
"Even those in the late Divine Emperor realm can directly reach the Great Perfection of the Divine Emperor realm."
"The top twelve participants in this grand gathering will each receive one pill."
"In addition to these Creation Ancestral God Pills, the champion will also receive an Ancestral level Divine Skill."
Seated on the throne, the Luo Tian Patriarch spoke calmly.
Although his voice was not loud, it was clearly heard by everyone.
"Ancestral level Divine Pills and Ancestral level Divine Skills, this is truly a great fortune."
"I'm claiming the champion's spot!"
"Winning the championship will be difficult, but I'm certain to be among the top twelve."
"I wonder what the rules will be? Will it be a擂台赛 like last time?"
Upon learning of the ultimate rewards, the Divine Emperors present became excited.
After reaching the Divine Emperor realm, every breakthrough required vast resources.
Especially for advancing in the late Divine Emperor realm, the resources needed could be described as immense.
If one could obtain a Creation Ancestral God Pill, it could be saved to contend for the Great Perfection of the Divine Emperor realm.
Besides the Creation Ancestral God Pills, the Ancestral level Divine Skills were even more enticing.
Although most Divine Emperors had joined Ancestral level forces, obtaining Ancestral level Divine Skills was still extremely difficult.
Taking the Gu Dao Academy as an example, exchanging for an Ancestral level Divine Skill would require at least billions in sect contribution.
A Divine Emperor realm member entering the Desolate Domain once would at most gain tens of millions in sect contribution.
This meant one would need to enter the Desolate Domain dozens of times to accumulate enough contribution for an Ancestral level Divine Skill.
Qin Han Chu and A Xiang did not lack Ancestral level Divine Skills, but these Creation Ancestral God Pills piqued their interest.
Although combat power could be compensated by Divine Artifacts and Divine Skills, the higher one's realm, the greater the advantage.
In life-and-death combat, even the slightest advantage could alter the final outcome.
As everyone's hearts stirred, the Luo Tian Patriarch continued, "This grand gathering will proceed in a different manner. All participating warriors face the risk of falling. Those unwilling to participate may withdraw now."
"What? The risk of falling?"
"Previously, it was just combat. What's happening this time?"
"For the Luo Tian Patriarch to say such words, the risk must be extremely high. Perhaps it's better not to participate."
The Luo Tian Patriarch's words caused everyone's expressions to change dramatically.
Hua Qiu Yu looked at Qin Han Chu and the other two, "What do we do? Should we participate?"
"Let's wait for the Luo Tian Patriarch to explain the details before deciding," Qin Han Chu said.
The Tian Mu Divine Emperor nodded, agreeing with Qin Han Chu's idea.
The Luo Tian Patriarch paused briefly, then continued, "I will transport you to a region. You will need to collect these colorful crystals from within."
As the Luo Tian Patriarch made a gesture, a seven-colored crystal appeared in his palm.
"What is this?"
"I don't know."
"It must be a token created by the Luo Tian Patriarch himself."
Qin Han Chu intended to inquire about the Heaven-Opening Divine Axe but received no response.
He was slightly surprised, then quickly understood the reason.
There was an Ancestral level powerhouse here. The Heaven-Opening Divine Axe had to conceal its divine sense.
Once its divine sense was exposed, it might be discovered.
Although it was an Origin Treasure, it had not yet recovered.
If the Luo Tian Patriarch detected its presence, Qin Han Chu, with his current strength, could not protect it.
Origin Treasures and Primordial Treasures were different from ordinary Divine Artifacts.
Ordinary Divine Artifacts, upon losing their master's power, would become very weak.
Once their stored divine power was depleted, they would lose the ability to resist.
However, Origin Treasures and Primordial Treasures, like cultivators, could be very powerful even without a master.
Qin Han Chu and the Heaven-Opening Divine Axe were not in a master-servant relationship. The Heaven-Opening Divine Axe had willingly stayed by Qin Han Chu's side to help him, rather than Qin Han Chu having refined it.
A Xiang could refine the Seven Killings Prison Suppressing Pagoda because the pagoda was in its weakest state.
If it had not submitted to A Xiang, it would face endless ages of slumber.
The Luo Tian Patriarch's relationship with Primordial Treasures was also a partnership.
The combined effect of the two was far more than simply adding one plus one to equal two.
"The ranking will ultimately be based on the quantity collected."
"The one who collects the most becomes the champion."
"Additionally, I will grant rewards based on the quantity collected."
"Even collecting just one can be exchanged for a Divine Emperor Profound Pill."
The Luo Tian Patriarch's words re-energized everyone.
Being able to exchange for some Divine Emperor Profound Pills was a good gain.
After the Luo Tian Patriarch finished speaking, the Tian Mu Divine Emperor transmitted his voice, "I plan to participate. What about you all?"
"I'm participating too. It would be quite embarrassing to withdraw," Hua Qiu Yu said with a smile.
Qin Han Chu and A Xiang exchanged glances, then nodded in agreement to participate.
The Luo Tian Patriarch remained silent, giving everyone time to consider.
Although there was danger involved, great rewards often attracted brave souls.
After a moment, the Luo Tian Patriarch asked, "Those who wish to withdraw may leave. All who remain are deemed willing to bear the risks, and your sects will not pursue accountability afterward."
"We understand!" Hua Qiu Yu stepped forward, "We, the four from Gu Dao Academy, voluntarily join."
The Luo Tian Patriarch's gaze fell upon Hua Qiu Yu, and he nodded appreciatively, "The people of Gu Dao Academy have great courage."
Pleased by the Luo Tian Patriarch's praise, Hua Qiu Yu was secretly delighted.
Her intention in speaking up first was to "steal the spotlight."
Qin Han Chu did not wish to attract such attention. He hoped the Luo Tian Patriarch would not notice him.
"Amitabha, my Mo Ling Temple is also willing to participate," the Ning Jin Buddha Emperor said with his hands clasped in a solemn manner.
Seeing Gu Dao Academy and Mo Ling Temple declare their intentions, other factions also spoke up one after another.
"Besides the colored crystals, all other gains are yours."
"Within it, there are even top-tier Divine Artifacts that come with matching Ancestral level Divine Skills."
As the words fell, a massive teleportation channel appeared in the plaza.
"Let's go!" The people of the Lei Ze Clan were the first to fly out.
Hua Qiu Yu looked at Qin Han Chu and the other two, "Want to go together?"
"Let's discuss it inside," Qin Han Chu did not agree immediately. He and A Xiang, hand in hand, flew towards the channel.
Hua Qiu Yu and the Tian Mu Divine Emperor followed closely.
Numerous Divine Emperors rushed into the channel like a meteor shower.
Concurrently, dozens of Divine Emperors silently departed.
Despite the promised benefits from the Luo Tian Patriarch, these individuals remained unmoved.
They knew they would never reach the Ancestral realm in this life, so they simply wished to live peacefully.
Great opportunities often came with great dangers, and once dead, nothing remained.
The Yu Long Divine Emperor looked at the two beside him, "What about us?"
"Let's take a gamble," Chi Long said.