I found myself deep within the dense forest, the air thick with the scent of pine and the chirps of distant creatures. I had been training for hours, channeling my Void energy in increasingly complex ways. The sensations of power were becoming more familiar, but also more intense almost overwhelming at times. I needed to push my limits, to evolve further if I wanted to survive what was coming.
As I stood still, focusing on my breath, I channeled Void energy into my surroundings. My mind was quiet, focused. I felt the power of the Void humming in the air around me, the universe itself bending to my will. I was ready to take the next step.
Suddenly, the system notification chimed in my mind, startling me.
[You have obtained a skill: Ancient Celestial Void Art - EX Rank, 0 Stars Mastery.]
The words hung in the air, and as I processed the message, a deep sense of awe washed over me. The description of the skill was like a whisper from another realm, ancient and mysterious.
Ancient Celestial Void Art - EX Rank, 0 Stars Mastery
Description: This rare and powerful art allows the practitioner to absorb both the energy of the stars and the surrounding environment. It taps into the very fabric of the cosmos, channeling stellar energy and the Void into the body to increase power, enhance abilities, and extend life. Mastery of this art allows the practitioner to reach heights beyond mortal comprehension, tapping into celestial forces that shape the universe itself. At 0 stars mastery, the skill unlocks a connection to the stars and surrounding energies, allowing for a gradual yet exponential increase in strength.
The art itself resonated deep within me. It was like I was connected to the very stars themselves—an endless well of power waiting to be tapped. And as I focused further, I felt a shift, something ancient and powerful awakening inside me. It wasn't just about absorbing energy anymore—it was about becoming one with the universe.
As I absorbed this celestial power, I felt another shift within my body. A new technique emerged, filling my mind with clarity. It was Void Walker Step, a form of the ancient Qinggong technique that I had only heard of in legends.
Rank: B-Rank (Forty-Eight Mirage Strides)
Description: The first step in the Void Walker technique. It allows the user to move with unmatched speed, creating forty-eight mirages of themselves to confuse opponents. This technique manipulates Void energy to create illusions, making it nearly impossible to track the user's true location.
I grinned as I began practicing. My movements became fluid and unpredictable, leaving behind afterimages of myself that baffled anyone who tried to follow me. But this was only the beginning.
And this is still the first form!!
With my new abilities, I also felt an overwhelming need to strengthen my body. My physical form was not yet worthy of wielding such power. So, I activated Eternal Void Physique Refinement, another skill that I had unlocked.
Eternal Void Physique Refinement - EX Rank, 0 Stars Mastery
Description: This technique was created in the Land of the Immortal to create an unbreakable body. It refines the body through Void energy, making it impervious to physical and magical harm. With each stage of refinement, the practitioner's body becomes stronger, more resilient, and more attuned to the Void, allowing for the use of devastating abilities without fear of self-damage.
I could feel my body transforming, my muscles hardening, my bones becoming unbreakable. The Void seeped into every fiber of my being, solidifying my form until I became a walking fortress. My body was no longer just flesh—it was an extension of the Void itself.
The Mind Realm Awakens
I was so consumed by the new skills that I almost forgot about the next revelation. Using the Ancient Celestial Void Art, I entered my mind realm—where my equipment and Divine Beasts resided.
I was shocked to see them. My weapons—Chastifol, Null, Nyx, Erebus, and Lostvayne—were present, but they were still sealed. I could feel their presence, but I was too weak to wield them fully. However, I knew that in time, I would be able to use them again, and their true potential would be mine to command.
But there was something else. As my eyes scanned the realm, I saw what looked like a glowing egg. Was it...? I couldn't believe it. There was three egg I think it's my divine beast but they are stil in an egg.
I had also upgraded the Ancient Celestial Void Art to 1 Star, which allowed me to create two constellations.
One constellation minimized my use of Void mana, and the other enhanced my Void mana regeneration. They floated beside me in my mind, two swirling patterns of stars and Void energy, providing me with unparalleled control over my powers.