Follow the path of Dao from infancy Chapter 1833 Chapter 483: The Ten Strongest Kings

"That's right, the True King Selection!"

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor explained, "During the Domain War, aside from those in the Immortal King Realm, nearly all others serve as mere fodder, powerless to sway the battle's direction. It's only through the might of military formations that they gain the power to challenge Immortal Kings. Therefore, beyond the Emperor commanding the troops in person, the key lies in the quantity and prowess of Immortal King Realm experts."

Listening to his master's explanation, Li Hao thought back to the fierce clashes beyond Dragon Gate City, a weight settling in his chest.

Truly, under the shield of a military formation, even Immortal Monarch Realm cultivators can charge into the fray; without it, a single Immortal King's domain unleashing would claim countless Immortal Lords and True Immortals.

"The True Realm Ten Thousand Races along with various peak powers will contribute portions of their core resources, pooling them as prizes for this True King Selection."

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor continued, "Those eligible for this war preparation initiative include top geniuses at the Perfect Immortal Monarch Realm, powerful Immortal Kings, or those who've earned major battlefield honors, plus powerhouses at the peak of Immortal King Realm Perfection."

"The goal is to push those stuck at bottlenecks toward breakthroughs before the disaster strikes, enabling them to contribute more mightily in the fight."

"In the end, ten True King Commanders will emerge from their battle exploits!"

"These ten must represent the ultimate warriors of the Immortal King Realm, the mightiest ten True Kings among the True Realm Ten Thousand Races!"

"They'll spearhead the forces of the True Realm Ten Thousand Races against the Ancient Demon Clan's horde when the calamity descends. By then, the Emperor will engage on a higher plane of combat, unable to affect the primary field, as we'll hold each other in check. After all, an Emperor stepping into the Immortal King battlefield would be like a colossus trampling an anthill."

"The Ancient Demon Clan's Emperor surely won't permit that either, so the field will fall to Quasi-Emperor Realm fighters. The ten True King Commanders will form the leading Vanguard Army."

"Clashes among Quasi-Emperors will bind them mutually, while the True King-led forces must shatter the Ancient Demon Clan's ranks and cut down on losses."

After absorbing the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor's words, Li Hao and Shi Miao stood frozen in shock.

Though his master's account was straightforward, the mere idea of the True Realm Ten Thousand Races surrendering parts of their essence highlighted the immense challenge ahead!

Even inside one clan, rivalries rage, divisions fester, and groups vie endlessly—imagine bridging the Ten Thousand Clans!

Without question, rolling out this war preparation plan demanded the combined force of many Great Emperors.

"The catastrophe from ten thousand years back, though we've not lived it, the clan records paint it as utterly dire; even Emperors perished in droves!"

Di Wushe let out a soft sigh. As a Quasi-Emperor from the Emperor Clan, he no longer qualifies as mere genius; reaching Immortal King Realm Perfection marks supreme aptitude without fail, and Quasi-Emperor status towers even higher.

This True King Selection, he'd heard of it long ago, stands as a massive alliance to avert history's horrors!

"Never thought the war preparation plan would launch this quickly. Master, have you summoned us for the little junior to join the True King Selection?"

Zhan Qinghuang inquired.

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor gave a faint nod, then shook his head, "Haotian's gifts are extraordinary, and his cultivation advances at a blistering pace. Regrettably, the timeline works against him. Lately, both Chaos Immortal Emperor and I detected hints of fate unfolding. From those glimpses, we faintly discern events a millennium away. At longest, calamity will engulf the Four Domains in under a thousand years!"

"Achieving Immortal King Realm Perfection in so brief a span would prove a grueling feat for Haotian."

"Should he manage it, Haotian's sharp mind could land him as a True King's aide, granting some means to survive the chaos of war."

His eyes turned to Li Hao, laced with sorrow and reluctance, fully recognizing this young disciple's astonishing potential, yet the clock ticks mercilessly.

Di Wushe and Zhan Qinghuang glanced at Li Hao too. They knew their master's benevolent nature, his wholehearted nurturing of Li Hao not aimed at conquest, but at bolstering survival odds amid strife, underscoring his deep affection for this youngest sibling.

A flicker crossed Li Hao's face, his fingers clenching without thought. Just a thousand years?

So abruptly… This looming disaster offers zero time to ready oneself, much like the trials and adversaries he's endured before. Most face foes just a notch ahead, but for him, from boyhood killings to roadblock enemies, they've always been overwhelming forces poised to squash him flat.

Maybe that's the harsh truth of it—no room for steady buildup or warnings, just swift obliteration.

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor's look shifted to Shi Miao, warm and kind, "For this True King Selection, you hold real promise. You're at the Fourth Level of the Immortal King Realm now, but for his sake, I trust you'll push beyond limits. Becoming a True King would let you shield Haotian more effectively."

Shi Miao's eyes sharpened, her voice firm, "Of course, Immortal Emperor—no need to urge me. For him, I'd throw away my life without hesitation!"

Li Hao's features tightened a bit, his gaze drifting to the woman at his side, her unyielding stare echoing the defiance she'd shown beneath a Supreme's crushing grip in the Southern Domain.

He quietly averted his eyes, staying silent, holding back any words.

The Dao Origin Immortal Emperor offered Shi Miao a gentle smile, then added, "This True King Selection judges solely on battle prowess, ignoring talent, lineage, or resources. You're all Immortal Kings already, so talk of genius means nothing. Without raw fighting power, all else crumbles, and there's no luxury of time or setup to let prodigies ease into strength. What we demand now are battle-ready troops and leaders who can dive straight in!"