Longevity through Upgrading Buildings Chapter 799 - 333: Spirit Effect of Level 4 [Chaotic Burial Mound]

Could it be that the Thousand Souls Banner did not break through, but the Yin Ghost Banner did?

Ji Yuan formed a sword finger with his right hand, causing water-blue light to swirl around his fingertips, and lightly flicked it forward.

"Appear!"

Within the Chaotic Burial Mound ahead, two dark shadows suddenly erupted from the earth. As soon as they appeared, a potent Yin wind swept through the entire cave, swirling around.

This was accompanied by a rising black mist, much like the previous manifestation of the Chaotic Burial Mound’s structure.

However, the effect was previously confined to just the building above. At this moment, the black mist generated by these two Yin Ghosts permeated the entire cave.

"The effect of the Yin Ghost Array has indeed strengthened significantly."

"Including these two Yin Ghosts, both have reached the Fake Pill Realm. It seems this upgrade has truly paid off!"

Ji Yuan gazed at the two Yin Ghosts before him, their eyes growing increasingly blood-red, and felt a surge of delight.

As for attempting to make these two Yin Ghosts break through to the Core Formation Realm, he dared not even dream of it.

Let alone Yin Ghosts, even he himself had yet to discover the path to breakthrough.

Hmm... Considering this, Ji Yuan roughly calculated that he still needed to stay with the Merfolk Race for an additional three years; during this time, he should be able to obtain a second Pill Essence Fruit.

The day of Core Formation was drawing closer.

Regarding the Yin Ghosts, the previous breakthrough to the Foundation Establishment Stage required immense effort, even necessitating the acquisition of a coffin from Bai Piao to achieve success.

To break through to Core Formation, Ji Yuan had yet to locate a place with such concentrated Yin energy.

Relying solely on this Chaotic Burial Mound was far from sufficient; it was already satisfactory for helping the Yin Ghost Banner replenish its Yin energy daily.

Observing the two Yin Ghosts before him, Ji Yuan waved his hand, instructing them to return to the Yin Ghost Banner for a well-deserved rest.

He then shifted his gaze to the panel, inspecting the spirit effect of the Level 4 Chaotic Burial Mound.

[Chaotic Burial Mound: Level 4 (Non-upgradable)]

[Spirit Effect 1: Yin energy concentration +400%; increased probability of corpse transformation; Corpse Puppets can independently absorb Yin energy to enhance strength.]

[Spirit Effect 2 (Nether Corpse Fire): Yin Corpse Demon Fire can be advanced to a stronger Nether Corpse Fire.]

[Upgrade Conditions: Bury 100 Golden Core Stage corpses, 10 Peak of Golden Core corpses, 1 Nascent Soul Stage corpse. (Not achieved)]

After reviewing this, Ji Yuan perceived one crucial aspect.

To bury 100 Golden Core Stage corpses and 10 Peak Golden Core corpses.

Was the Jiyuan Continent vast enough for him to eliminate sufficient entities?

If it were the Cangluo Continent... after eliminating all the Core Formation Stage cultivators there, it might suffice.

However, the Jiyuan Continent was probably not that small; the land was expansive, and the number of cultivators was significant. Naturally, high-tier cultivators would also be plentiful.

And perhaps it could be linked to the Desolate Ancient Continent?

After all, the Desolate Ancient Continent's territory dwarfed the combined areas of the Jiyuan Continent and Cangluo Continent.

Hmm... It would be better to contemplate this after arriving at the Jiyuan Continent.

For the present, this Yin Corpse Demon Fire was adequate for his needs for some time; at least, within the Core Formation Stage, there should be no major hindrances.

As for further upgrading this Chaotic Burial Mound later, could it possibly require 100 Nascent Souls and 100 Divinity Transformations?

Good heavens.

By then, would he not become the most notorious fiend in the Human Realm?

Simply contemplating it, Ji Yuan already felt a tremor of apprehension... Perhaps he might need to continue operating under the alias of Qiu Qianhai.

As this thought crossed his mind.

Ji Yuan then utilized the Thousand Souls Banner to absorb the residual Yin energy left by the two Yin Ghosts. Subsequently, he employed a defensive array, previously set up by Yun Qianzai, to cordon off the Chaotic Burial Mound.

This measure was essential; otherwise, the potent Yin energy emanating from this structure would inevitably interfere with other buildings.

For instance, the Beehive and the Ant Nest.

Ji Yuan then summoned a Foundation Establishment Stage female corpse puppet from within the Chaotic Burial Mound to oversee the daily management of low-level income benefits. Following this, he withdrew.

He then relocated to the front cave and, with a mere thought, returned to the Mountain of Mind and Heart.

Safely back within his Lifebound Magical Treasure, Ji Yuan finally allowed himself to relax. He summoned Tu Yue, requesting her to massage his shoulders.

He himself began to ponder his current circumstances.

"It's rare to have three years of leisure time ahead; this marks the most extended break I've experienced since embarking on the path of Cultivation, so it must be planned with utmost wisdom."

"Hmm... I definitely need to make a trip to the Immortal Sect to assess the situation. Including the travel time both ways, a year should suffice, perhaps even less."

"With over two years remaining for cultivation, my insights have stagnated. This upcoming period is for a different purpose: waiting until I've accumulated enough Pill Essence Fruits to attempt a breakthrough to Core Formation."

"Therefore, these remaining two years should be dedicated to familiarizing myself with various spells. When it comes to magical combat and spells, I'm not particularly skilled; every fight I've been in... has simply been won through sheer wealth."

This was the stark realization Ji Yuan reached after reflecting on every battle he had participated in.

It had been the same from the very beginning of his magical combat during the Qi Cultivation Stage.

Back then, his reliance was on an inexhaustible supply of talismans. Later, after reaching Foundation Establishment, it shifted to various magical artifacts and spiritual treasures.

Nowadays, his arsenal includes a diverse range of talisman treasures, magical treasures, arrays, and exotic insects.

All of these resources are sustained solely by financial means.

For example, the Thousand-year-old Spirit Milk produced by the Spirit Vein and the Tri-colored Spirit Eggs consumed daily are essential. Without these provisions, no matter how many tricks Ji Yuan has at his disposal, he cannot utilize them.

On the spellcasting front, Ji Yuan's usage is so infrequent that it's practically a glaring weakness.

Thus, over these next three years, immersing himself in understanding a bit of magic, alongside revisiting and meticulously studying the long-neglected Pill Array Talisman, presents itself as the proper course of action.