Chapter 237.
During this month, Wang Feng focused on practicing to control the Armored Black Thorns, so his improvement in soul power was minimal. However, with the help of the [Black Hoop Spiritual Skull], Wang Feng could control most of the Armored Black Thorns on the Black Thorns Armor.
Thousands of Armored Black Thorns. According to Wang Feng's plan, under normal circumstances, controlling so many would require a level above 50, and it would only be possible when close to level 60. However, with the help of the [Black Hoop Spiritual Skull], mental power was greatly enhanced, and control over soul power became more refined, allowing him to achieve it.
But in reality, the Armored Black Thorns on the Black Thorns Armor couldn't be completely controlled because they were constantly growing. The attached soul bone had growth properties, and as cultivation progressed, the number of Armored Black Thorns would naturally increase.
Additionally, Wang Feng practiced attaching the Red Lotus Karmic Fire to the Armored Black Thorns. It was possible because the Karmic Fire was controlled by soul power and wouldn't be extinguished. Once attached to the Armored Black Thorn, it would shoot out like a faint tongue of fire, impossible to prevent. However, Wang Feng didn't fully understand its effects yet, so he hadn't tried it on a Titled Douluo as it was too dangerous.
For this reason, Wang Feng gave this move a name, Armored BlackFire Thorn. Simple, straightforward and easy to remember. Wang Feng thought this name was very fitting.
One month later, at College Square.
"Tomorrow is the promotion game," Grandmaster and other teachers stood with their hands behind their backs, looking at the ten people lined up. "In the past month, your training hasn't decreased and you've all made good progress. Today is the last day and also the day of school examinations. You'll face a special opponent."
Hearing this, everyone raised their heads, with a hint of curiosity in their eyes.
In the past month, they had been put through the wringer by Liu Erlong. In addition to their regular training, they had to spar against Liu Erlong. And Liu Erlong didn't hold back... As soon as they started, she would activate her Martial Soul True Body/Form and pummel the seven of them mercilessly!
Normally, if Liu Erlong didn't activate her soul body, it wouldn't be difficult for the Seven to defeat her. But when Liu Erlong unleashed her Martial Soul True Body/Form, winning became very challenging. Even Tang San, who used Eight Spider Lances, could hardly withstand it.
"What opponent? Is it Feng'ge?" Xiao Wu blinked.
"Although he's been supervising our training this month, he's just been observing the games, he hasn't really fought against us. He didn't join in when we fought Teacher Erlong, not even once."
Wang Feng had spent most of this month cultivating the Armored BlackFire Thorns, occasionally dropping by to observe their training. The seven of them were curious about Wang Feng's fourth soul ring and wanted to spar with him, but they never got the chance.
"Xiaofeng had some things to attend to and I haven't seen him in the past couple of days. The opponent you're facing today is my friend, the Sixth Ring Soul Emperor," Grandmaster said lightly, gesturing towards the distance.
A figure in white, wearing a black mask, had appeared in the distance and was approaching slowly. It had been two months since they last saw the Sixth Ring Soul Emperor, and the sight stunned them.
Luckily for the Shrek Seven Devils, Tai Long's four reserves seemed a bit confused as they hadn't seen him before.
"In this match, he will spar with you. There are no requirements for victory or defeat. You just fight for as long as you can," Grandmaster continued.
"However, it's an individual battle, as you'll be facing individual matches in the promotion game."
"All right, who wants to go first?"
Hearing this, Grandmaster stood by, standing side by side with Liu Erlong.
"Individual battle? So, they're asking all eleven of us to fight one person in a row?" Tai Nuo scratched his head.
"Isn't that a bit unfair, even if he's the Sixth Ring Soul Emperor... can he handle it? Even with three auxiliary soul masters..."
The others—Jingling, Huang Yuan, and Jiang Zhu—also felt a bit puzzled. Only the seven of them looked at each other.
"Master, I'm an auxiliary soul master, but I want to participate!" Ning Rongrong suddenly smiled. "I want to fight this senior six-ringed soul emperor. Is that okay?"
Hearing this, everyone was taken aback.
"You're an auxiliary soul master, what are you joining in for? Just to get beaten?" Zhu Zhuqing glanced at Ning Rongrong, her brow furrowing slightly, sensing something was off.
"Well, it's up to you," Grandmaster frowned. "But I suggest you don't mess around, he won't go easy on you."
"That's fine!" Ning Rongrong responded confidently.
Grandmaster was speechless. Although Ning Rongrong hadn't admitted anything that night, she probably believed the Sixth Ring Soul Emperor was Wang Feng. Did she think he'd go easy on her because of that?
Soon, everyone discussed the order.
Standing in the corner of the square, Wang Feng's white robe fluttered as he stood with his hands behind him, exuding the aura of a peerless master.
Tai Long was the first to step up. With his martial soul possession activated, he charged towards Wang Feng.
"Senior, be careful!"
Tai Long's whole body swelled, and his three soul rings lit up, resembling a real gorilla. With every step he took, the ground trembled slightly.
His soul abilities were all power boosts. Even at the thirty-eighth level, his strength was comparable to Dai Mubai's.
As Tai Long rushed forward, Wang Feng remained silent, delivering a direct blow that sent him flying out of the ring.
"...!" Everyone was stunned.
Wang Feng shook his hand and hoarsely explained, "In a one-on-one battle against a stronger opponent, don't try to force it. That's the best outcome. Remember, this is a match of endurance. In personal combat, soul power is crucial."
"I am currently stronger than you. To defeat me, you need to make me take the initiative and use up my soul power. The more I use, the better your chances of winning."
Tai Long, still dazed, stood up, trying to grasp Wang Feng's words. Wang Feng's words began to clarify things for everyone.
Next, Jingling stepped up. His martial soul was a skeleton, but this time he was more cautious, avoiding direct confrontation with Wang Feng. However, after only about five seconds, Wang Feng chased him down and knocked him out of the ring.
Although Jingling's battle was short, it provided valuable insights into the dynamics of individual combat.
Huang Yuan was next. His martial soul was a lone wolf. He held out for about five seconds before Wang Feng sent him down with a kick.
"Very good. Now you all know how to face an opponent stronger than you," Wang Feng said, looking at the remaining Shrek Seven Monsters. "Next, I'll match my soul power level and physical fitness to each of yours. Let's see where each of you falls short in one-on-one battles."
The Shrek Seven Monsters' eyes lit up. If they were matched in soul power and physical fitness, then they were in for a real challenge.
Despite knowing the strength of the six-ringed Soul Emperor, Dai Mubai was the first to step up.
Having taken the immortal herb, he was far superior to powerhouses of the same level in both soul power and physical strength.
"Senior, take it easy... I've got another appointment later," Dai Mubai whispered, coughing a few times.
"..." Wang Feng remembered Dai Mubai's fierce encounters with Shui Yue'er from Skywater Academy this month. Although they hadn't met many times due to his cultivation, each encounter was intense.
However, Wang Feng didn't hold back.
Once Dai Mubai's soul possessed, Wang Feng engaged him in combat. Wang Feng controlled his power to match that of a forty-fifth level power attack soul master, engaging in a prolonged fight.
In the end, Dai Mubai was defeated.
"If I were a forty-fifth level power attack soul master, I'd still have about 20% of my soul power left. In a one-on-one battle, you've already lost," Wang Feng explained.
"Do you know why?"
Wang Feng had truly fought using only the strength of a forty-fifth level power attack soul master; nothing more.
Dai Mubai frowned and shook his head. He had used all his soul abilities during the fight.
Even when he had pushed the opponent into a corner and unleashed a White Tiger Meteor Shower, it hadn't been enough.
"The reason is simple, your soul ability usage is too wasteful," Wang Feng glanced at everyone. "Your White Tiger Shield is a full-body defense. While it's effective, it's also draining your soul power unnecessarily. If I target specific areas, like your back or chest, where you can't defend, by the time you react and open your White Tiger Shield, it's too late."
"Each time you activate it, your soul power is significantly depleted. So when you deploy the White Tiger Shield, you should concentrate its defensive power in specific areas," Wang Feng explained further. "Instead of covering your entire body, this approach can save a lot of soul power while still providing effective defense. After a battle, you could conserve up to 10 to 20% of your soul power."
Dai Mubai's eyes lit up upon hearing this. The others were also surprised, not expecting such insight.
"In individual battles, when facing an opponent of equal strength, soul power is a very crucial factor. Simply put, endurance determines victory," Wang Feng continued. "Therefore, you need to be mindful of how you use your soul abilities. Think about how to conserve every bit of soul power across your four soul abilities. This is essential when facing opponents of similar strength."
Everyone was slightly stunned. Saving soul power during battle wasn't unheard of, but applying it to soul abilities required deeper consideration.
Moreover, soul power wasn't immutable. While creating a new soul ability was difficult, modifying an existing one was not impossible.
Next, Wang Feng sparred with each of them in turn...
In the evening...
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