Chapter 25: The Core Formation Breakthrough
Elyra's victory over the Phoenix Sovereign granted her access to the Temple of the Golden Phoenix's inner sanctum. Within, she discovered ancient artifacts and mysterious scrolls holding the secrets of Core Formation.
With the Core Formation crystals in hand, Elyra began her cultivation. She spent countless hours meditating, refining her core energy, and visualizing the Golden Phoenix's transformative power.
Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months. Elyra's core energy grew, and her spiritual resistance dwindled. The Immortal Cultivation Realm's essence resonated within her.
Suddenly, Elyra's core began to glow with an intense, golden light. Her energy surged, and her cultivation speed accelerated.
"Core Formation is imminent!" Elyra exclaimed, sensing the breakthrough.
As she focused her mind and channeled the Golden Phoenix's energy, Elyra's core transformed. A brilliant, crystalline structure emerged, radiating immense power.
Core Formation achieved!
Elyra's attributes:
- Essence Refinement: 80%
- Spiritual Energy: 70%
- Cultivation Speed: 90%
- Spiritual Resistance: 0%
New abilities unlocked:
- Golden Phoenix Blaze
- Core Resonance
- Enhanced Spiritual Sense
With Core Formation complete, Elyra's cultivation journey entered a new phase. She was now ready to tackle the Divine Transformation stage.
A mysterious figure appeared, shrouded in mist. "Elyra, your Core Formation has attracted attention. Prepare for the Divine Transformation trials."
Elyra chose to meditate on the Golden Phoenix's wisdom. She closed her eyes, focusing on the ancient bird's essence.
As she meditated, visions of the Five Elements' interconnectedness appeared before her. The Golden Phoenix's voice whispered secrets of harmony and balance.
"Water's fluidity tempers Fire's ferocity... Earth's stability grounds Air's turbulence..."
Elyra's understanding deepened. She visualized the elemental energies aligning, their conflicts resolving.
_Trial Progress Update_
- Time remaining: 2,400 hours
- Elemental Balance: 50%
- Cultivation Speed: 95%
Suddenly, the trial's voice announced, "Trial's midpoint: Elemental Balance test."
_A test of balance_
Elyra stood before five elemental pillars: Water, Fire, Earth, Air, and Aether (the harmony of the Five Elements). Each pillar pulsed with energy.
"Maintain balance among the elements for 1,000 hours," the trial's voice instructed.
Elyra began her cultivation, channeling the Golden Phoenix's energy.