There is a significant distinction between a cultivator in the Qi refinement stage and someone in the Meridian opening Realm.
Unlike the benefits gained from advancing from the Body refinement stage to the Qi refinement stage, the disparity between the two stages is much more noticeable.
Advancing from the Body Refinement realm to the Qi Refinement realm is a major step forward in cultivation. This transition signifies a significant progression in one's practice.
In the Body Refinement realm, cultivators focus on strengthening their physical bodies and laying the foundation for further cultivation.
This stage involves tempering the body, refining the bones, and enhancing physical strength.
The Qi Refinement realm, on the other hand, involves cultivating and refining Qi within the body.