Chapter 199.
Similarly, it's unfeasible for Armored Black Thorns to condense into two forms simultaneously. They can only manifest as one form and then transition into another.
Allowing Armored Black Thorns to condense into two distinct forms for separate purpose would also requires Heart Separation Control. This entails genuinely dividing the mind and consciousness into two parts.
After some practice, Wang Feng shook his head, finding the task too arduous for someone like him.
This challenge surpasses the difficulty of drawing a circle with one hand while drawing a square with the other, especially when it comes to the varied forms of Chaos Green Lotus. Even a slight relaxation could disrupt the transformation process.
As for Armored Black Thorns, Wang Feng speculated that with mastery of Heart Separation Control, manipulating them might be possible. However, maintaining Chaos Green Lotus different form simultaneously seemed nearly impossible for now even with this technique.
"Unless Chaos Green Lotus possesses autonomy..." Wang Feng mused. "If it had a sense of self, it wouldn't require my direct transformation, it could alter its form independently."
After several attempts, Wang Feng abandoned the notion of utilizing the special technique of one mind for two purposes to maintain the Chaos Green Lotus different form simultaneously.
However, the idea of summoning four different forms simultaneously interested Wang Feng to no end. If achieved, even a Title Douluo would struggle to defeat or kill him.
Each form held distinct attributes, the Golden Lotus maintained his soul power attributes at a perfect state, the Red Lotus ensured constant harassment by Karmic Fire, the Black Lotus prolonged defensive soul skill with its attack rebounding effects, and the God Killing Spear with its attacks.
Changing forms provided the enemy with opportunities to counter him, but if all four forms appeared simultaneously, they would complement each other, making him even more formidable.
Recalling past encounters like with Er Ming six months ago, Wang Feng envisioned how four simultaneous forms would render him impervious to harm.
"However, mastering the various forms of the Armored Black Thorns is still worthwhile even if it can't help me in using the various forms of the Chaos Green Lotus," Wang Feng reflected.
While he can't sustain Chaos Green Lotus four forms simultaneously, Wang Feng remained undeterred. Unlike the Chaos Green Lotus, the Golden Lotus [Deification] soul ability could be decomposed, conserving soul power. Moreover, it could control two different forms simultaneously.
With this in mind, Wang Feng opted not to pursue Heart Separation Control but instead planned to explore Armored Black Thorns control, opening up a new avenue for his growth.
To avoid detection, Wang Feng's training with the Armored Black Thorn was conducted in strict privacy.
Such training posed little difficulty for Wang Feng, thanks to the expansive perception and spiritual strength provided by the [Black Hoop Spiritual Skull].
By the second day, Wang Feng could control the Armored Black Thorns in two different forms simultaneously. However, executing distinct attacks required further training to master.
Moreover, each form demanded varying amounts of soul power and spiritual strength, akin to wielding a dagger versus a broadsword. This complexity necessitated patience and deliberate practice.
While the decomposition of the [Deification] soul ability was more intricate, Wang Feng remained unperturbed, proceeding methodically.
Though he didn't master Heart Separation Control, this newfound dual-purpose capability opened new avenues for Armored Black Thorns attack methods, leaving Wang Feng invigorated.
Meanwhile, Tang San appeared dizzy after training.
"Little San, has the master not instructed you yet?" Wang Feng inquired, observing Tang San's disorientation.
Tang San nodded. "Master said you have to feel it with your heart... but I can't seem to feel it."
Wang Feng smiled, feeling a tad peculiar. Considering Tang Sect's array of hidden weapons, such a control technique might indeed be indispensable. The intricate mechanisms involved in crafting them would likely benefit from similar skills. However, being unfamiliar with Tang Sect's practices, Wang Feng couldn't be certain.
Moreover, in the Douluo world, utilizing martial souls in such a manner was considered starting from scratch.
"This Heart Separation Control technique is incredibly challenging... It demands keen perception, acute situational awareness and swift reactions. It's spiritually taxing and requires extensive practice," Wang Feng remarked.
The master also tasked Ning Rongrong with training, emphasizing to reach the Four Aperture Constant Heart stage promptly. Achieving this state would significantly enhance her support abilities.
"You can try..." Wang Feng pondered for a moment and then explained.
"This... How can Heart Separation Control be achieved without controlling Blue Silver Grass?" Tang San queried, puzzled.
Ning Rongrong shared his curiosity.
"I mean... envision Blue Silver Grass as an autonomous entity," Wang Feng clarified. "Let it return to its natural state without manipulation, allowing it to govern itself... In terms of your spiritual consciousness, you simply issue directives."
"What you need to do is to transmit instructions to your martial soul Blue Silver Grass through your consciousness, without the need for direct control," Wang Feng elucidated, casting a thoughtful glance around.
"And furthermore, consider it as a part of your body. Remember your Eight Spider Lances? Can you control several of them individually? That's because you perceive the Eight Spider Lances as an extension of your body. So, you can effortlessly manipulate them."
"So, you can also treat the Blue Silver Grass as a sentient being, and as an integral part of your body!" Wang Feng's words and concepts left Tang San and Ning Rongrong confused and astonished.
Their astonishment even caught the attention of the Grandmaster who had also just arrived.
"Do you remember Grandmaster's Luo Sanpao?" Wang Feng turned to the master.
"Although his martial soul is mutated and doesn't strictly possess him like usual, doesn't his martial soul, Luo Sanpao, operate as an independent entity? Whatever the master desires, Luo Sanpao effortlessly carries out. There's no need for the master to exert direct control over it."
Master Luo Sanpao's martial soul, being mutated, exhibited a certain degree of sentience. It could even be considered endearing and autonomous. During the master's first encounter with Tang San, he issued various commands to Luo Sanpao without the need for direct control.
"Whether it's a weapon martial soul or a beast martial soul, as long as it's a martial soul, it possesses a certain level of consciousness. People often say 'the martial soul is the soul manifestation of a soul master.'."
Wang Feng pondered for a moment before continuing, "Essentially, I believe that Blue Silver Grass also possesses some manner of sentience. It should be classified as a beast martial soul rather than a weapon martial soul. To be precise, any plant martial soul inherently possesses life characteristic of a beast martial soul. Take the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, for example, which Rongrong possessed previously. It is a pure artifact, embodying a weapon soul."
"This may also explain why it's challenging to control it with the Heart Separation Control."
Wang Feng's theory seems too radical but not implausible to all three of them! Truthfully, the Grandmaster was astounded by Wang Feng's proposition!
"Blue Silver Grass is a beast type martial soul, not a weapon type martial soul," murmured Tang San. "It's a living entity, not merely an object."–
Such assertions left Tang San feeling unsettled.
Blue Silver Grass has always been categorized as a weapon martial soul and nobody ever claimed it to be a beast martial soul, let alone it possessing life and sentience!
Martial Souls possesses sentience?
Wang Feng continued, "For a long time, people in the mainland have treated their martial souls as just objects to gain power. However, when they manifest within our bodies, it signifies that they are not some mere objects. I believe that when we reach a certain level of cultivation, Martial Souls, whether beast or weapon, will develop their own true essence and possess their very own life!"
Ning Rongrong gazed at the tower over spinning slowly over her hand, its beauty reflecting in her eyes, stirring something in her heart.
"So, I propose a different approach to control it," Wang Feng smiled faintly. "Instead of attempting to control martial souls directly, we should treat them as sentient beings, allowing them to govern themselves and carry out tasks through mental communication and simple information transmission."
This concept encapsulates Wang Feng's interpretation of Chaos Green Lotus. He envisions a future where Chaos Green Lotus might assume a tangible form, each possessing its own consciousness.
When that time comes, Chaos Green Lotus could truly morph into various shapes simultaneously! Just like the Pangu Axe, despite Wang Feng using it only twice, he sensed a primal consciousness within it. This awareness enables him to unleash its awe-inspiring might, instilling fear in all who witness it.
The same applies to the Dark Angel Martial Soul.
It's truly groundbreaking... I've dedicated my life to studying martial soul, yet never conceived such notions," murmured the master.
This theory transcends conventional Soul Master perspectives, astounding even a seasoned person like him. It reflects an intellectual elevation that few can attain.
This is Wang Feng's unique insight and perspective as a transmigrater from another world. Compared to Tang San, Wang Feng draws from a broader modern knowledge base, enabling him to articulate profound and startling ideas.
"Both you, Rongrong, and Tang San, can attempt to connect with your martial soul on a deeper level," Wang Feng suggested with a smile. "Try to transfer the technique of Heart Separation Control to your martial souls mentally... Let them govern themselves and perceive them as an extension of your body, rather than separate entities."
With those words, Wang Feng turned his gaze to the pair.
Tang San took the initiative.
He shut his eyes, and the Blue Silver Grass blossomed in his palm, emitting a gentle glow.
Soon, the Blue Silver Grass started to extend, spreading outwards and seamlessly merging with the surrounding environment.
It even seemed to adapt to its surroundings, almost as if expressing joy.
"Done!" Grandmaster observed intently.
He witnessed three tendrils formed by the Blue Silver Grass, each performing a different action, one coiled around a distant tree, another delicately brushed a dew-covered flower, while the third shaped itself into a small dumpling.
Following that, Tang San's Blue Silver Grass continued its rapid transformation, displaying a sense of consciousness as it intertwined with nearby vegetation.
Creating such a vast expanse of Blue Silver Grass should have depleted a considerable amount of soul power, yet Tang San's reserves showed no signs of diminishing, instead, they seemed to slightly increase.
"This is the autonomous consciousness of Blue Silver Grass," Wang Feng remarked quietly.
In essence, the Blue Silver Grass had grown autonomously, requiring no expenditure of Tang San's soul power.
"It appears to be some form of self–-mimicry practice?" the master exclaimed, astonished. "Is it possible to also achieve this using your own martial souls?"
Releasing the martial soul and allowing it to grow unrestrictedly.
The Blue Silver Grass possesses robust vitality and can thrive in virtually any environments. Naturally, this unique mimic environment facilitates rapid training.
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