4 3. World of Cultivation
"Welcome to the world of cultivation." The middle aged man is looking at Tyler warmly as he cupped his hands at him.
'I always wanted to say that.' He thought, 'Thank goodness. Another mortal came from the formation quickly.'
His duty is to be as guardian of this formation until a mortal comes from the formation. After that they will switch another one.
"World of cultivation?"
"Yes, this is the world of cultivation. The Real Zi continent. What is your name? Which country are you from?" The guard asked as he took a scroll and pen began to ask details.
"I'm Tyler White. I am from a country called Ligma." Tyler replied.
"Ligma what?"
"Huh?"
"Nothing. Where did you find the formation?" The guard continued with the question.
"It's from Tortilla Volcanic mountain near cloud city." Tyler answered.
After some series of question session,
"Nice. I'll notify the sects. I know you have many questions. Let me give you a quick brief."
24 years ago, the cultivators decided to separate mortal Kingdoms from the cultivation world. The top sects found an ancient formation that isolated many mortal Kingdoms from the actual world.
For example, the Ligma Country is on the east side. On the western most side is Stigma country. Southern side is Sucma country. If it is before the formation, it would take many years to reach there. But now all mortal Kingdoms are connected together by an enclosed ancient spatial formation where you can travel the whole continent of mortal Kingdoms by foot.
The only way to get to the world of cultivation is disciples selection every five years. Or finding the formation by luck.
The Zi Continent is the biggest continent in the world. East is spanned with forest. The West has deserts. North is snowy land and mountains. The south is a coastal area with many islands.
In this world, there are many sects, each with their own unique styles of martial arts and cultivation methods. These sects are often in conflict with each other, competing for resources and power. Some sects are righteous, seeking to protect the innocent and uphold justice, while others are evil, seeking to dominate and subjugate those weaker than them.
The cultivation process in a Xianxia world involves refining one's body and soul through the practice of martial arts and the absorption of spiritual energy. Through years of intense training and discipline, cultivators can gain incredible strength and power, developing abilities such as flight, superhuman strength, and the ability to manipulate elements.
As cultivators become more powerful, they can transcend the mortal realm and enter the world of immortals, where they can live for thousands of years and gain even greater power. However, the path to immortality is fraught with danger, and many cultivators lose their lives in pursuit of this ultimate goal.
Overall, this world is a place of wonder and danger, where martial arts and magic coexist, and the pursuit of power is a constant struggle. It is a world where the strong thrive and the weak are crushed, and where those who seek to attain immortality must face countless trials and tribulations.
Tyler White was in daze hearing all those. This is a brief introduction to the world of cultivation.
Looking at the dazed mortal, the guard smirked, "Since you found the formation. The formation in the mortal Kingdom will disappear and will appear in southern Kingdoms to find a lucky one. We made it in a rotational method like east, south, west, north. Each sect will be given an equal chance to recruit lucky mortals like you. Since you are from the east side, one of the sects from the east will recruit you.... perhaps"
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Tyler was led to a room for rest. He was given many delicacies which tasted even better than those fancy restaurants in the cloud city.
~ _knock knock knock_
"Haha. Not even a month passed. But you already found the formation." He heard a familiar voice when he opened the door.
"It's you sir!" It's the same person who gave him a clue through the newspaper.
"Haha. Yes. My name is Gibbs. You can just call me brother Gibbs. Every representative from the sects should be here."
"Thank you for your help." Tyler copied the hand gesture which he just saw from the guard. He cupped his hands towards Gibbs.
"Haha it's nothing. It's your luck. I just pointed it out because I was bored. My men from the cloud city informed me about you." Gibbs waved his hand.
They chatted a little until they reached a big hall.
"There are seven sects in the Eastern Zi continent. These are representative of their sects." Gibbs pointed at six people and he walked towards them and stood beside them and received a scroll from the guard.
"Sit here." The guard pointed at the chair. The seven figures sat on the seven throne-like chairs. And there is a big table between Tyler and seven Cultivators.
Tyler sat and looked at them nervously.
"He looks old."
"40 years old."
"Hmm.. Too old. Not even a Qi refining Realm"
"He is an archaeologist"
"He is from Ligma country. He ate a piece of Nevermelting Ice and got spiritual roots."
"Oh I remember. 70 years ago there was a Foundation Establishment Realm Cultivator who gave four pieces to his wife in the mortal city."
They discussed with each other loudly and each of them had a scroll of their hands. It has details that Tyler provided to the guards.
"Why is there no spiritual roots test?" One of the women in the group asked.
Gibbs patted his head and said, "Sorry I forgot."
"Ah~ Mr. Gibbs, you are always like this." The Woman winked at him coquettishly.
"Catch", He ignored the woman and threw the orb at Tyler.
Tyler caught the orb. A Bluish silver color light shone on the orb. A layer of frost covered the Ice.
The sect representative who doesn't show any interest in Tyler because of his age suddenly straightened up their back.
"Earthly Spiritual Roots?" One of the guys said. Even Gibbs is dumbfounded.
Looking at the confused look on Tyler's face. Gibbs explained.
Spiritual roots are often categorized into different levels based on their rarity and power.
Mortal level spiritual roots are the most common and least powerful. They are often described as weak and difficult to cultivate, making it harder for cultivators to reach higher levels of power.
Earth level spiritual roots are rarer and more powerful than mortal level roots. They are seen as a sign of greater potential and easier cultivation.
Heaven level spiritual roots are even rarer and more powerful than earth level roots. Cultivators with heaven level roots are often seen as destined for great things and have an easier time achieving higher levels of power.
Immortal level spiritual roots are the rarest and most powerful of all. They are often seen as divine or sacred, and cultivators with these roots are believed to be destined for godhood. They have the easiest time achieving higher levels of power and are often the strongest cultivators.
"You have an ice type called Elemental Spiritual roots which is at Earth level. We don't know what variation is yours. It can only be analyzed as your Cultivation progresses." Said Gibbs.
"You are really lucky to get earthly spirit roots just by eating a piece of Nevermelting ice." Said the woman.
"It's a pity. The Nevermelting Ice can only evolve spiritual roots at earth level not higher." Said another guy while shaking his head.
Even though they were shocked by his luck. But that's all. It's not like they lack geniuses in their sect.
The woman, who is the representative of the Pure Blossom Sect, gave an offer. She looked like a 20+ year old girl. She was the one who tried to flirt with Gibbs.
"You can join our Pure Blossom Sect. We can take you as an Outer Disciple. We have more females than male." She winked at him playfully.
"Our Molten Mountain Sect is famous for fire cultivation. But we do cultivation Techniques for ice and snow. Same treatment as being an outer disciple. You can catch up with your peers quickly." said another guy.
"Our Frozen Heart Sect's main focus is on snow and ice. If you join you will become an outer disciple and I'll give you a gift." Said the cold girl in the group.
"Our Classic Pill Dome..."
Just like that the other three made their offer and finally everyone looked at Gibbs who is using a talisman communication.
"Our Soaring Cloud Sect is the number one sect in the Eastern Zi Continent."
Everyone rolled their eyes.
"I am very sorry. These elders from my sect, they said that they don't want a 40 year old mortal even if he has earthly spiritual roots. They did give you an offer." Gibbs said slowly.
"Like what?" The flirtatious woman asked.
"Being a Servant disciple."
"Oh come on." Everyone jeered.
"What is a servant disciple?" Tyler asked.
Gibbs seriously explained, "Servent Disciples are often responsible for menial tasks and chores such as cleaning, cooking, and running errands, as well as providing assistance to their master. But you will also get cultivation Techniques."
"That's it. No more explanation. Which sect will you choose Mr.Tyler White?" asked the Cold Girl from Frozen Heart Sect.
" I Choose - "
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Notes - -
Zi Continent is the biggest continent, the east side is called East Zi Continent. West is West Zi Continent and so on.
