Chapter 21: Conclusion of the Outer Disciple Competition
The Outer Disciple Competition had reached its final stage. The top 10 disciples had been determined, each showcasing extraordinary skill and cultivation. The battle royale would decide the final rankings among these elites.
The Top 10 Disciples
1. Liang Feng (Bone Refinement Stage): A prodigy with a fire affinity, Liang Feng's explosive attacks and overwhelming presence made him the undisputed favorite. His mastery of the Inferno Collapse technique left his opponents in awe.
2. Wu Qi (Peak Second Stage, Level 8 Comprehension): Known for his wood affinity and impeccable mastery of three battle techniques, Wu Qi's adaptability and precision were unmatched. His techniques included Verdant Strike, Forest Dance, and Wooden Bastion.
3. Han Shuo (Peak Third Stage): A veteran with an ice affinity, Han Shuo's defensive techniques and relentless control of the battlefield made him a formidable opponent. His signature move, Frozen Spires, was both an offensive and defensive marvel.
4. Meng Xiu (Peak Third Stage): With an earth affinity, Meng Xiu specialized in fortification and endurance. His Granite Shield and Earthquake Fist techniques ensured his dominance in prolonged battles.
5. Yan Rui (Peak Third Stage): A wind-affinity cultivator with unparalleled agility, Yan Rui relied on speed and precise strikes. Her technique, Gale Piercer, allowed her to attack from unexpected angles.
6. Xu Lian (Peak Third Stage): With a water affinity, Xu Lian's flowing movements and overwhelming control of water-based Spirit Qi made her a difficult opponent to pin down. Her Tidal Wave Crash technique was devastating in group combat.
7. Zhao Ming (Peak Third Stage): A lightning-affinity cultivator, Zhao Ming excelled in explosive and unpredictable attacks. His Thunderclap Fist stunned and overwhelmed his opponents.
8. Ren Yu (Peak Third Stage): Specializing in body cultivation, Ren Yu's brute strength and resilience allowed him to overpower his enemies. His technique, Iron Mountain Charge, was a crowd favorite.
9. Shi Fen (Peak Third Stage): A shadow-affinity cultivator, Shi Fen's stealth and deception techniques, such as Phantom Slash, left his opponents bewildered and outmaneuvered.
10. Chen Bao (Peak Third Stage): A cultivator with a metal affinity, Chen Bao's precise strikes and impenetrable defenses made him a tough opponent. His Steel Wall Formation and Metal Edge Slash earned him the final spot in the top 10.
Da Cai's Reflections
As the top 10 prepared for the battle royale, Da Cai watched from the sidelines. "Well, that's that," he thought. "These disciples are in a league of their own. I'll focus on my tasks and work toward accumulating more points. Once I have enough, I'll buy a battle technique and discover my elemental affinity."