Immortal Martial Academy - Chapter 5
In his previous life, Wu Xianyao had watched an anime featuring a systematic set of techniques known as the Marine Six Style, which he still remembered vaguely.
Rapidly stomping the ground multiple times to generate thrust and increase speed was called “Soru”
However, this skill could be improved upon. Wu Xianyao decided to incorporate elements from Plum Blossom Steps and Heavenly Astral Steps, both derived from martial arts of his past life, hoping they would enhance its effectiveness.
Additionally, for combat techniques, Wu Xianyao had earlier asked Li Junlin and Chen Beixuan about their preferred weapons against Xenobeasts. They mentioned that aside from firearms, the military primarily used long spears and sabers.
Thus, focusing on spear and blade techniques seemed crucial. In terms of sheer destructive power, the Overlord Spear Art stood out in Wu Xianyao’s mind. For blade techniques against Xenobeasts, unpredictability was key, making Sword Draw the ideal choice.
Combining spear techniques, blade maneuvers, and stepping methods, what effect would it have? Wu Xianyao wasn’t sure yet; he’d observe later.
Now onto Cultivation Techniques. Drawing from breathing exercises and various texts from his previous life, assembling these should be manageable. With ample Qi and Blood strength supplemented by specific breathing techniques, their endurance could reach its maximum potential.
Breathing Techniques, Breathing Techniques – Wu Xianyao diligently searched his memories. In his previous life, he had only encountered brief introductions to such techniques on short video platforms, unsure if they could be deduced from novel descriptions.
It’s worth giving it a try, thought Wu Xianyao.
However, those exceptionally advanced techniques might not fit within the limited time available now. Deducing both systems and specific Cultivation Techniques would require astronomical amounts of time, so he decided to postpone this for later.
As his memories continued to resurface, he finally recalled a breathing technique mentioned in one of those videos, called something like “Water Breathing,” with numerous variations.
Jotting down the details, Wu Xianyao looked at the densely filled two pages with satisfaction.
“System, begin deduction.”
[Deduction starting… 10%… 50%… 100%]
[Unknown Martial Skill deduction complete. Please name the skill.]
The first combination consisted of footwork, spear, and blade techniques, which needed some contemplation. “System, let’s call it Tyrant Blade Steps.”
[Tyrant Blade Steps recorded.]
[Martial Skill: Tyrant Blade Steps]
[Difficulty: ★★]
[Current Mastery Levels: Beginner, Mastery, Completion, Supreme.]
[Note: Achieving Supreme requires comprehending Momentum.]
Next up was the deduction of the breathing technique.
Checking the remaining time, there were still seven minutes left.
“System, begin deduction.”
[Deduction starting… 10%… 50%… 100%]
[Unknown Cultivation Technique deduction complete. Please name it.]
“Five Phases Breathing Technique.”
[Five Phases Breathing Technique recorded]
[Cultivation Technique: Five Phases Breathing Technique]
[Difficulty: ★★★]
[Current Realms: Beginner, Mastery, Completion, Supreme]
[Note: Long-term cultivation can generate elemental energy attributes.]
Wu Xianyao reviewed the results and nodded with satisfaction. Communicating mentally with the academy, he instantly appeared within its grounds.
As soon as the Cultivation Technique and Martial Skill were recorded, additional information materialized in Wu Xianyao’s mind.
The Headmaster has access to cultivate all recorded Cultivation Techniques and Martial Skills at the academy.
After one night supplemented by Spirit Medicine, Wu Xianyao achieved the Beginner realm for both the technique and skill.
At the moment of reaching Beginner level, the Five Phases Breathing Technique generated an attribute – Golden Attribute, imbued with sun-like scorching heat.
This might be related to his practice of the Nine Suns World Illuminating Art.
Following his usual routine, early in the morning, Wu Xianyao headed to the park, which had become a regular meeting spot for three individuals.
However, today he encountered another student, who surprisingly had already signed their acceptance letter.
After that day, when Jiu Xian’er returned home and saw the acceptance letter in her bag, perhaps driven by her woman’s intuition, she immediately signed it.
Shocked by the voice in her mind for quite some time, it took her a full day to compose herself. Determined to find her savior, Jiu Xian’er began searching daily at the spot where she had lost track of him before.
Her persistence paid off, as today she finally found him.
“Come with me!” Hearing Wu Xianyao’s voice, Jiu Xian’er nodded absent-mindedly and followed him into the park.
Seeing Li Junlin and Chen Beixuan hadn’t yet started their cultivation, Wu Xianyao clapped his hands and announced, “Beixuan, Junlin, let me introduce you to someone – this is Jiu Xian’er, who will be joining our academy.”
“Hello, Chen Beixuan!”
“Hi, Li Junlin!”
Still dazed, Jiu Xian’er extended her hand hesitantly to shake theirs.
“Pfft!”
Li Junlin couldn’t help but chuckle, “Xianyao, where did you manage to recruit this disciple?”
Wu Xianyao glanced at the still bewildered Jiu Xian’er and prompted her, “Snap out of it, join your Eldest Senior Brother and Second Senior Brother in their cultivation.”
“Ah! Oh, okay!”
Today, Wu Xianyao had brought along a wooden staff.
Wu Xianyao stood firmly, initiating his stance with a swift spear thrust that pierced through the air, leaving behind a trail of afterimages. Each strike was lethal, alternating between jabs, thrusts, and sweeping motions, evoking a sense of awe with every move.
The three disciples, who were about to resume their training, halted at the sound of the air splitting and turned towards Wu Xianyao, their eyes nearly popping out in astonishment.
“Damn!”
“Holy crap.”
“So cool… I really want to give him a hug.”
Wu Xianyao, spear poised, completed his sequence.
Li Junlin rushed forward, “Xianyao, is that a Martial Skill? Can we learn it too?”
Chen Beixuan followed suit, “Is this what the Martial Dao feels like?”
“Master, can I touch your abs?” Jiu Xian’er chimed in unexpectedly.
Uh…
All three disciples looked at Jiu Xian’er, wondering how such a peculiar addition had slipped in.
“Cough!” As long as I don’t feel embarrassed, others will be.
Under their gazes, Jiu Xian’er felt so awkward she could dig her toes deep enough for a three-bedroom apartment.
“You can indeed learn it,” Wu Xianyao replied. “Once you all perceive Qi within yourselves, I’ll teach you both Martial Skills and Cultivation Techniques.” As he spoke, he glanced briefly at Jiu Xian’er, whose head hung low, cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
It was confirmed – she was definitely a devoted fangirl.
After completing the practice of Tyrant Blade Steps, Wu Xianyao began teaching Wu Xian’er the basics of the Qi and Blood Martial Dao.
Consisting of just nine movements, it proved incredibly exhausting.
“Waaaah… Master, it hurts so much… Master, please stop bending me… Ouch, ouch!”
“You won’t progress like this. Without mastering all nine movements and sensing Qi, how can you truly enter the Beginner stage?”
“Wahh! Master, let’s take a break, I’m so tired!! Help me! Eldest Senior Brother, Second Senior Brother…”
Chen Beixuan and Li Junlin exchanged smiles; with Little Junior Sister around, it seemed their days ahead would be filled with amusement.
After one full day, Jiu Xian’er finally managed to grasp the basics.
At 5 PM, Chen Beixuan excitedly stood up, “Xianyao, I’ve sensed my Qi!”
Wu Xianyao placed his hand on Chen Beixuan’s shoulder, feeling for a moment, then joyfully exclaimed, “Yes, that’s right! Now continuously strengthen it until you can control it effortlessly.”
“Here, memorize this thoroughly. Once you reach the Beginner stage, you’ll be able to introspect your body’s condition. Memorize it well, and afterward, share copies with Li Junlin and Jiu Xian’er.”
Li Junlin looked enviously, knowing he couldn’t yet sense his Qi, making cultivation impossible at this point.
Jiu Xian’er finally comprehended the significance: they had embarked on a new path of martial arts, creating an entirely fresh Martial Dao system – a beacon of hope for humanity.
Her mind raced with excitement, “Hehe! Hehe! We’re saved! Humanity is saved!”
“Little Junior Sister, snap out of it, Master has already left.” Li Junlin gently shook Jiu Xian’er, placing his hand on her shoulder.