Without giving Xue Ren much time to think, Liang Yifei swiftly raised his hand, conjuring small orbs of radiant light that shimmered in the surrounding space. The orbs pulsed with a formidable energy, promising devastation.
With a burst of power, star projectiles erupted from the levitating orbs, hurtling towards Xue Ren, leaving behind ethereal trails of astral light. The sheer speed and intensity of the projectiles threatened to overwhelm Xue Ren, forcing him to quickly devise a defense.
Caught off guard, Xue Ren instinctively activated one of his life-saving abilities - the Crystal Veil. Concentrating his energy, a translucent crystal barrier formed around his body, swirling with intricate patterns and offering protection against the incoming star projectiles.
As the star projectiles neared, Xue Ren’s body turned incorporeal, allowing the projectiles to pass through him harmlessly. His abilities granted him temporary intangibility, enabling him to evade attacks with ease. The projectiles faded away into nothingness as they passed through his ethereal form.
Liang Yifei’s eyes widened in surprise, yet he swiftly regained his composure. He clenched his fists, causing the orbs of light to explode with a blinding burst of energy. The explosion enveloped the area, releasing a shockwave that rippled through the battlefield. Xue Ren, still in his ethereal form, deftly avoided the ensuing explosion, utilizing his heightened senses to navigate the chaotic aftermath of the blast.
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However, the area was now enveloped in an overwhelming wave of pure destructive power, dispelling Xue Ren’s illusion. The potent energy disrupted his ability to remain intangible, leaving him vulnerable to further attacks.
Xue Ren’s expression turned grave, realizing that the battle had just begun and Liang Yifei held a significant advantage. Although his main objective was to assess Liang’s power, he could not bear the humiliation of defeat. Determination flickered in his eyes as he prepared to turn the tides of the battle.
Taking a deep breath, dao runes emerged around Xue Ren’s body as five distinct beams of light began to circulate around him. He spoke in a low, commanding voice, "Elemental Imbued Armor."
The Elemental Imbued Armor was a technique he had discovered on the second floor, an amalgamation of his knowledge and understanding of the elements. He had devoted much time to comprehending and cultivating its power, integrating the essence of earth, fire, water, wind, and metal into a formidable defense.
The armor materialized around Xue Ren, it’s surface shimmering with the essence of the five elements. The earth beam displayed intricate patterns of rocky protrusions, the fire beam emanated flickering flames, the water beam shimmered with gentle currents, the wind beam danced with whirlwinds, and the metal beam resonated with a metallic sheen. Each beam of light intertwined and formed an intricate pattern across the armor’s surface, symbolizing the unity and harmonization of the elements.
With the Elemental Imbued Armor now protecting him, Xue Ren felt a surge of confidence coursing through his veins. He knew he had to unleash a powerful counterattack to turn the tide of the battle and prove his strength.
Gathering his energy, Xue Ren focused on channeling the elemental forces that surrounded him. He extended his hands forward, palms facing Liang Yifei, and spoke an incantation in a commanding tone.
"Elemental Infusion Fist."
As he finished the incantation, an awe-inspiring sight unfolded before their eyes. Xue Ren’s fists became enveloped in swirling elemental energies, each fist representing a different element. The aura of earth manifested as cracks and boulders formed around his left fist, fire blazed with intense heat around his right fist, water droplets materialized into a swirling mist around his left foot, gusts of wind encircled his right foot, and metallic shards revolved around his body.
With a swift movement, Xue Ren launched himself towards Liang Yifei, his fists leading the way. The ground trembled beneath his feet as he unleashed a barrage of punches infused with the raw power of the five elements. The earth fist pounded the ground, causing fissures to spread in its wake. The fire fist released scorching waves of heat, threatening to engulf everything in its path. The water-infused foot created a whirlpool, dragging in anything nearby. The wind-infused foot generated razor-sharp gusts, slicing through the air with incredible speed and precision. The metallic shards surrounding his body acted as projectiles, homing in on Liang Yifei like guided missiles.
Sensing the impending danger behind Xue Ren’s fists, a surge of power coursed through Liang’s body, causing countless mystical dao runes to erupt from his very being. In a breathtaking display, his once ordinary form was transformed, adorned with shimmering golden violet scales that encased the majority of his physique. The scales offered an additional layer of defense, reinforcing his resilience. And as if defying expectations, two crimson-black horns emerged from his forehead, further enhancing his formidable appearance.
As Xue Ren’s elemental-infused fists neared, Liang Yifei braced himself for the impact. The air crackled with anticipation as Xue Ren’s fists collided with Liang Yifei’s. The impact sent shockwaves rippling through the battlefield, causing the ground to quake beneath their feet. The earth shook as their combined forces clashed, creating a momentary fissure that snaked through the ground.
Liang Yifei’s scales absorbed a significant amount of the elemental forces, deflecting the initial onslaught of Xue Ren’s powerful punches. His enhanced defense allowed him to withstand the ferocious assault. He smirked, a glimmer of satisfaction in his eyes. "Is that all you’ve got?" he taunted, the confidence evident in his voice.
Xue Ren’s eyes narrowed, his determination unwavering. He knew he had to push himself further, If he wanted to win this friendly sparring. "You haven’t seen anything yet," he replied, his voice filled with resolve.
He threw his sword into the sky, a shimmering arc tracing its trajectory, and spoke in a low voice, "Elementalist’s Edge Sword Art."
The sword split into five different swords, glowing with five different colors. But what happened next surprised Liang Yifei. Instead of being controlled by Xue Ren’s hands, the swords took on a life of their own, floating in mid-air and moving with a mind of their own. The display showcased Xue Ren’s mastery over the elements, and his ability to command their very essence.
The red sword, infused with the power of fire, soared towards Liang Yifei with a flickering flame trailing behind it. The flames danced along its blade, forming intricate patterns. It arced overhead and then descended with a powerful strike, releasing a wave of scorching fire that engulfed Liang Yifei, threatening to reduce him to ashes.
The blue sword, resonating with the power of water, hovered near Liang Yifei, droplets of water swirling around it. The water droplets formed into sharp, pressurized blades that relentlessly struck Liang Yifei from his back, slicing through his scales like a torrential downpour.
The yellow sword, empowered by the essence of earth, buried itself into the ground, causing the earth to tremble. The surrounding soil and rocks formed into a spiraling vortex that rapidly grew in size, pulling Liang Yifei towards its epicenter. The force of the earth crushed his defenses, exerting a strain on his formidable scales.
The green sword, surging with the power of wind, elegantly weaved through the air, gusts of wind surrounding its blade. With each swing, razor-sharp gusts were unleashed towards Liang Yifei, slicing through the air with incredible speed and precision. The wind blades sought to sever his connection with the elements.
The silver sword, resonating with the essence of metal, revolved rapidly, generating a swirling cyclone of metallic debris and shards. This cyclone grew in intensity and ferocity, drawing in nearby metallic objects and crushing them with incredible force. The metallic onslaught aimed to weaken Liang’s body, overpowering his defensive capabilities.