Chapter 183 The Pinnacle, Number One on the Power Ranking.
Just as the strength of the Soul Beast Clan caused a continent-wide upheaval, and countless Soul Masters trembled with fear at their terrifying foundation, the scene on the celestial screen changed once more.
An indescribable aura, seemingly touching the very essence of the world, silently overwhelmed the auras emanating from all the other forces!
The entire continent fell silent at this moment.
Even breathing seemed to stop.
Everyone understood who truly held the number one spot on the power ranking!
It could only be—Beidou Academy!
Finally, that calm yet vast celestial voice, seemingly emanating from the depths of the universe, resounded deep within the souls of every living being!
[Douluo Continent Power Ranking, Number One: Beidou Academy]
[Reason for Ranking]: Transcendent and unfathomable, its existence has partially surpassed the conventional understanding of this plane. The academy's core strength is as follows: one God-King level combatant, two God-level combatants, five Limit Douluo combatants, and two Super Douluo combatants. Possessing the supreme Ancient Tree of Life, whose emanating life-origin power subtly enhances the talents, potential, and recovery speed of creatures within its range, providing the academy's area with near-infinite life energy and an optimal cultivation environment—a place of unparalleled opportunity and fortune.
[Ranking Rewards]:
1. Enhanced Primal Blessing: The Beidou Academy's level of favor from the plane's primal source is permanently and significantly increased, and the concentration of heaven and earth soul power within the academy's area increases by 50%.
2. Academy-wide Ascension: The soul ring age of all official members of the Beidou Academy is immediately increased by 2000 years.
3. Divine Resources Descend: Three top-tier immortal herbs and ten 100,000-year soul bones randomly descend.
4. Ancient Tree of Life Leap: The growth progress of the Ancient Tree of Life is permanently increased by 15%, the efficiency and purity of life-origin release are greatly enhanced, its coverage area doubles, and a "Fountain of Life" (producing life essence) is generated.
At the top of the list, Beidou Academy!
When this list of strengths and rewards, even more unreasonable than that of the Soul Beast race, was laid bare before the entire continent, the shock and fear previously caused by the Soul Beasts seemed to be paused.
It then transformed into another, more complex and indescribable emotion.
"Li Bai, Lu Bu, Sun Wukong... these people really do possess the combat power of a Limit Douluo..."
"The Ancient Tree of Life... a heaven-defying existence that can enhance talent potential? So heaven-defying!"
"Three top-tier immortal herbs! Ten 100,000-year-old soul bones! And the Ancient Tree of Life growing... my god!"
"No wonder it ranks first, this top-tier combat power configuration, plus that Ancient Tree of Life, is simply..."
After a brief moment of speechlessness, an even more surging discussion ensued.
But this time, the discussion lacked the fear of facing the Soul Beasts.
It contained much disbelief, envy, jealousy, and even a hint of bewilderment.
The power of Beidou Academy seemed to transcend mere strength.
It was a more fundamental advantage, touching upon the level of creation and opportunity.
The top-tier God-King combat power was enough to suppress all dissent, and the existence of the Ancient Tree of Life further guaranteed its terrifying sustainable development capabilities and its absolute attraction to geniuses!
Many powerful figures were filled with mixed emotions at this moment.
They finally understood why Beidou Academy could recruit so many unheard-of monster teachers and genius disciples.
With such a tree that could enhance talent and potential, it was practically a holy land that every Soul Master dreamed of!
In comparison, Soul Bones, Immortal Herbs, and cultivation acceleration seemed to have become secondary byproducts.
Star Dou Great Forest, Lake of Life.
Gu Yuena looked at the introduction of Beidou Academy on the sky screen, especially the description of Lu Xiao's God-King level combat power!
A very faint ripple flashed in her purple eyes, but it quickly returned to calm.
"As expected, it's him... the number one in Beidou Academy."
She murmured to herself, her tone revealing neither joy nor anger.
She had long expected this result.
After personally experiencing Lu Xiao's unfathomable power, she understood that the power that man belonged to was beyond the comprehension of ordinary people in this world.
Although the Soul Beast race is strong, they are no match for beings that may reach higher dimensions!
Ranking second is not unjust.
However, seeing the Heavenly Curtain's straightforward announcement and the description of the Ancient Tree of Life as so heaven-defying, a complex feeling still arose in their hearts.
It was the pride of the Dragon God's bloodline and a hint of barely perceptible resentment.
"Master, the Ancient Tree of Life at Beidou Academy!"
Di Tian couldn't help but speak, his eyes filled with shock and a trace of longing.
A treasure that could enhance talent and potential held unparalleled appeal for soul beasts as well!
Gu Yuena shook her head slightly: "That is the foundation of Beidou Academy, not something belonging to our race. We cannot force it. Our race has its own path and opportunities."
"The Heavenly Curtain's reward has arrived. Focusing on improving ourselves is the right path. As for Beidou Academy, observe it. There is no need to be an enemy for now."
"Yes!"
Di Tian and the other ferocious beasts suppressed the turbulent emotions in their hearts and respectfully replied.
They also knew that being an enemy of Beidou Academy was by no means a wise move.
Spirit Hall, Papal Palace.
Bibi Dong looked at the concise yet piercing description of Beidou Academy and the enviable rewards.
A cold glint flashed deep within her eyes, her nails almost digging into her palms.
"Potential God-King level combat power, the Ancient Tree of Life!"
She repeated in a low voice, each word seemingly squeezed out from between her teeth.
The power and confidence she had gained from the Rakshasa God Trial seemed to crumble before the mere mention of God-King level.
The previous battle on the power rankings had made her realize Lu Xiao's strength; even if she became the Rakshasa God, she would be no match for him!
And that Ancient Tree of Life filled her with deep dread.
This meant that the potential of the Beidou Academy was virtually limitless!
"Your Holiness!"
Chrysanthemum Douluo Yue Guan's voice was hoarse.
"The foundation of this Beidou Academy is truly too..."
He wanted to say "terrifying," but swallowed the words under Bibi Dong's icy gaze.
Ghost Douluo said in a ghostly, hoarse voice, "Now it seems that having the Beidou Academy above the Soul Beast race might not be entirely a bad thing for us human Soul Masters."
"At least, the Soul Beast race won't dare to be as unrestrained as before."
Bibi Dong snorted coldly, remaining silent.
Of course, she understood this principle!
But that didn't mean she could accept Beidou Academy riding on the Spirit Hall's head!
Nor could she accept that Lu Xiao possessed such terrifying power and resources!
The existence of Beidou Academy was like a thorn, deeply embedded in her ambition and pride.
"The reward has arrived, hurry and digest it! External enemies are coming, the continent will be in chaos!"
"The future is still unknown!"
Bibi Dong forcibly suppressed the turmoil in her heart, restoring the Pope's majesty.
She wouldn't give up; she would complete the Rakshasa God Trial first!
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, the Clear Sky Sect, the two great empires... all forces at this moment cast incredibly complex, awe-inspiring, and even somewhat bewildered gazes toward Beidou Academy.
(End of Chapter)