I Have A Cultivation World Chapter 2509: 1125: Establishing Artifact Refining Regulations and Standards

While Dustless True Monarch conversed with Ao Yuxia, the flames on Chen Mobai’s Fire Spirit Robe suddenly erupted, and its spiritual essence intensified dramatically.

Yuwen Baozhi and his companions ceased observing Chen Mobai’s methods closely, understanding that the issue wasn’t the approach itself but rather the depth of expertise involved.

Nevertheless, this experience led them to fully discard the belief that refining Rank-5 artifacts hinged on fortune alone, as they forged a new systematic understanding. They felt certain that pursuing this route would enable them to someday craft a Rank-5 magic artifact independently, attaining the status of a true Rank-5 Artifact Refiner.

At that instant, the inferno from the Fire Spirit Robe intensified further, its lavish golden blaze earning a subtle approval from Dustless True Monarch.

This represented the Innate Sun True Fire that the Golden Flame Manticore cherished so highly, a formidable Rank-5 flame that had once caused him considerable setbacks.

Amid the searing glow, the second head of the Golden Flame Manticore sharpened into view, its gaze shimmering with eager, nimble brilliance. Evidently, the True Spirit essence embedded in the robe had been stirred, fully rousing its inherent spirituality.

The assembled artifact refiners stood astonished by this display; they had never imagined that post-Enlightenment, the spirituality could evolve even more.

Previously, within the Tianhe Realm, Rank-5 artifacts’ spirituality remained static after emergence, with enhancements at best coming later through Lifespan Artifact nurturing.

Yet under Chen Mobai’s guidance, the awakening of spirituality marked merely the start, allowing further advancement by unlocking the latent potentials in the artifact’s components.

This approach to Artifact Refining was entirely novel to them.

Perceiving their bewilderment, Chen Mobai clarified once more: “The essence of artifact refining rests on material quality. Regardless of one’s proficiency, lacking superior materials makes forging a Rank-5 artifact unattainable. Rank-5 and higher materials brim with innate spirituality. Awakening just a fraction during Enlightenment means the remainder dissipates gradually. Thus, it’s vital to thoroughly rouse and vitalize them precisely when the artifact forms and gains Enlightenment.”

With those words, the Golden Flame Manticore upon the Fire Spirit Robe unleashed a booming roar, golden flames soaring upward and nearly blanketing the entire plaza overhead. Its form expanded, and amid the boundless might of the Fire Vein, a third head faintly materialized.

All onlookers sensed a profound pressure, even as Deity Transformation True Monarchs like Dustless True Monarch and Ao Yuxia wore grave looks, as though facing a vital True Spirit in the flesh.

Observing this, Chen Mobai gave a gentle nod and pressed on with “The Union of Differences,” weaving complex gold and red patterns across the Fire Spirit Robe that depicted vivid Golden Flame Manticores.

On his concluding gesture, the Golden Flame Manticore motif on the robe appeared to stir with life, and then the third head of the Artifact Spirit, poised above the golden flames, fully coalesced, forging an uncanny harmony with it.

A final torrent of golden flames enveloped the three-headed Artifact Spirit before cascading down. The robe’s flames ceased mere combustion, instead crafting a flame-woven fabric where all fires converged inwardly, circulating with subtle dynamism.

“Impressive, just as anticipated—Fifth Rank Superior Grade.”

Chen Mobai withdrew the Fire Spirit Robe contentedly, inspected it routinely, and passed it to the anxiously waiting Yuwen Baozhi and his group.

The quartet advanced as one, seizing a corner each of the robe.

Sharing a quick look, they promptly commenced a joint scrutiny.

Roar!

However, their actions evidently irked the robe’s Artifact Spirit, which bellowed in fury. The striking Golden Flame Manticore flame designs on the robe’s rear seemed poised to spring forth, snarling and clawing toward them.

This sight filled Yuwen Baozhi and the other three with both alarm and joy, signifying that this robe’s spiritual vigor surpassed any Rank-5 magic artifact they’d encountered previously.

“Is… is this truly a Fifth Rank Superior Grade?”

Yuwen Baozhi questioned in disbelief; though he owned a Fifth Rank Superior Grade Defensive Magic Weapon, its spirituality paled beside this robe, like a mighty lion versus a mere kitten.

“You possess some innate aptitude for Artifact Refining Technique. With persistent effort along this way, you too might attain such heights.”

Chen Mobai offered these closing words of motivation. In the Tianhe Realm, Rank-5 materials abounded, and given these individuals’ positions and influence, experimenting with premium resources might not yield success invariably, yet producing one or two successes remained feasible.

Ultimately, he gestured for Xiao Yuli and the remaining two to approach as well.

Once all had appraised the Fire Spirit Robe, the artifact refining session drew to a close.

From this point, Chen Mobai stood unrivaled as the premier Artifact Refiner in the East Continent, potentially vying for supremacy across the Tianhe Realm, where no Sixth Rank Artifact had ever been forged.

Subsequently, Chen Mobai planned to craft the Raccoon Teeth Double Hook Sword, though he would keep it private, since they weren’t his disciples and he couldn’t reveal every secret.

Upon finishing the refining, Chen Mobai stowed the two robes in his storage, then extended an invitation to Dustless True Monarch and the rest for tea in a lofty tower he’d arranged beforehand.

In addition to the two Deity Transformation True Monarchs, Nascent Soul Cultivators from sacred sites, such as Palace Master Azure Fall, received invitations too.

Throughout this gathering, Dustless True Monarch led the queries on artifact refining, and Chen Mobai chose his replies carefully; still, the insights shared unveiled an entirely fresh domain unknown to Eastern Continent artifact refiners.

“Young friend, I sense that over the next few centuries, the artifact refining field in the Eastern Continent will thrive thanks to your guidance here.”

Dustless True Monarch remarked with a grin. Following Yuan Qingque’s departure, he had anticipated shouldering the burden of the Eastern Continent’s Righteous Path alone, his worries graying his hair considerably. Unexpectedly, Chen Mobai, this exceptional young Deity Transformation cultivator, alleviated his strains at once.

Furthermore, this rare open forging of a Fifth Rank Artifact exposed many isolated artifact refiners to the proper direction ahead.

At minimum, the seven participants this time could return to assimilate their gains, and it wouldn’t shock if a couple of Fifth Rank Artifact Refiners arose soon.

“A stagnant industry can never advance. I plan to release a standardized text on artifact refining shortly, aiming to set fair and transparent benchmarks for artifacts across the Eastern Continent. Thus, when cultivators exchange or commission artifacts, they’ll have reliable criteria for pricing and more.”

Chen Mobai voiced a long-held ambition. In the Eastern Continent, artifact grading tended to be highly subjective.

Certain artifacts might display Rank-2 potency, yet if flawed or with faulty restrictions, some still labeled them Rank-2. Naturally, disagreements arose in dealings, sparking conflicts.

Should Chen Mobai institute uniform standards and guidelines for every artifact, subsequent trades referencing grades would gain solid footing, steering the disorganized artifact refining sector toward order.

“A commendable initiative, reminiscent of how our sect’s forebears established grading norms for alchemy.”

Dustless True Monarch grasped Chen Mobai’s intent immediately upon hearing it, and as a Deity Transformation True Monarch of the Eastern Continent, Chen Mobai held the authority for such an endeavor.

Earlier, during Yi Yuan True Monarch’s era, similar ideas surfaced, but owing to the intricacies and tedium, they limited standards to Fourth and Fifth Rank Artifacts, letting the market dictate the rest.

Contrastingly, the alchemy field benefited from the Dao Morale Sect’s precise catalogs and rules, detailing elixir effects, ingredients, and full evaluations. Over ninety percent of elixirs drew grades from these benchmarks, and for omissions, a visit to the Dao Morale Sect’s Grass Hall ensured a standardized assessment.

Across the whole Eastern Continent, solely the elixir sector boasted such precise standards and oversight.

This wasn’t an instant solution but an evolving effort demanding continual refinement across ages. As an ancient sacred land, the Dao Morale Sect’s updates earned universal acceptance over millennia.

If Chen Mobai chose to organize the artifact refining trade, Dustless True Monarch welcomed the development eagerly.

“Then, once I complete the Raccoon Teeth Double Hooks Sword, I’ll start compiling this artifact refining standard and specification.”

Having conferred with Dustless True Monarch, Chen Mobai faced virtually no barriers to the proposal.

After all, the four holy lands dictated the Eastern Continent’s affairs.

The Taixu MiaoMiao Palace focused solely on teleportation array dominance, whereas the Nine Heavens Morality Sect might engage regarding flying swords. Upon publishing, Chen Mobai could ask Ye Qing and others to contribute sections on sword artifact specs for reference.

Overhearing the dialogue between the two Deity Transformation True Monarchs, artifact refiners like Elder Jing Chi present regarded Chen Mobai with utter reverence and admiration.

Success here would cement Chen Mobai as the most illustrious icon in Eastern Continent artifact refining annals.

“Mr. Chen’s lofty vision inspires me deeply. On this occasion, my son’s skills in artifact refining advanced remarkably, propelling him to Fifth Rank Artifact Refiner. In gratitude, I present this chunk of Rank-6 Purple Fire Gold Copper.”

Ao Yuxia interjected abruptly, revealing a jade box.

Purple Fire Gold Copper equates to the Immortal Gate’s Purple-Gold Fire Copper, identical in essence despite the naming variance—clearly, this gift was thoughtfully arranged.

Chen Mobai prepared to decline, yet the refusal caught in his throat.

Possessing this would elevate his Douluo Eight Scenic Lantern to Rank-6.

Still, receiving so precious an item without merit invited heavy karma.

Earlier, the Nine Heavens Morality Sect’s gift of Nine Heavens Mysterious Thunder Metal felt justified by their profound debt, leaving Chen Mobai comfortable accepting.

Recalling Ao Yuxia’s prior remarks, Chen Mobai paused briefly.

In the end, he declined with a shake of his head: “I can’t accept unearned rewards; the prior offerings from Yuxia True Monarch suffice amply.”