Eternal Life from Talisman Painting-Chapter 346 - 202: The Difficulty of Making Talisman Treasures
"Inheritance of Talisman Treasure Crafting."
Lin Chang’an seldom walked leisurely outside the cave residence, sitting peacefully in the pavilion, feeling the changes in the world and enjoying the sea breeze.
Holding the Tier Three Talisman Treasure Inheritance Jade Scroll left to him by Yun Yao, Lin Chang’an delved into it.
Back when he only had Tier Two skills, it felt one way; now, having broken through to Tier Three skills, it feels completely different.
"The requirements for Tier Three Talismans are higher, demanding extreme control, and the energy and mana consumed in the process are not something an ordinary Foundation Establishment Cultivator can endure.
Luckily, my mana is abundant, and I can maintain the best condition consistently, so mistakes due to energy and mana depletion during the creation of Tier Three Talismans won’t occur easily."
Holding the jade scroll, Lin Chang’an nodded to himself. If Tier One and Tier Two Talismans were still within the realm of ordinary cultivators, then Tier Three is clearly a level higher.
The power of Tier Three Talismans is strong, so the requirements for talisman paper are very stringent.
"Talisman paper made from the tanned hides of Tier Three Demon Beasts, along with compatible attribute conditions, cannot use attribute-conflicting talisman papers..."
For instance, if he were to draw a Tier Three Fire Talisman using talisman paper tanned from Water Attribute Demon Beast hides, not only would the success rate be pitifully low,
even if successful, the power would be greatly reduced, wasting the fine material in the process.
Similarly, if he wants to draw a Tier Three Fire Talisman, then lacking Fire Attribute talisman paper, Wood Attribute talisman paper is just as effective as Fire Attribute.
"Attributes are born from and counter each other, ever-changing."
At this point, Lin Chang’an was deeply moved.
Ice Attribute Talismans use Water Attribute talisman paper, and other variations like Wind and Thunder are also within the principles of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements.
Moreover, although most talisman papers are made from the hides of demon beasts, it’s just that the resources abound in the Demon Beast Abyss.
In the Immortal Cultivation Realm, generally speaking, most talisman paper is sourced from various precious spirit woods.
And the attributes of spirit woods are also varied.
"But ultimately, Tier Three talisman paper is precious, whether it’s from Tier Three Demon Beasts, Tier Three spirit woods, or even Tier Three cinnabar."
At this moment, Lin Chang’an sighed helplessly, on the path of cultivation in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, one cannot escape the constant need for ’wealth.’
Everything requires resources.
"The grade of the Blood Evil True Master’s magical treasure has already fallen from Tier Three Top Grade to Tier Three Middle Grade."
As Lin Chang’an raised his hand, the blood-colored long sword, which was placed in the Spirit Gathering Array within the cave, flew into his hand.
The Blood Evil Sword, entirely crimson, emanated a thick evil energy.
However, after seeing the dim spiritual light, Lin Chang’an regretfully shook his head.
"What a pity, this Blood Evil True Master’s magical treasure, once lost in the depths of the Cloud Mist Mountain Range, was corroded, leading to significant loss of spirituality."
With my current capabilities, there is simply no way to restore it."
Even if there were, he wouldn’t squander the resources to restore a magical treasure he couldn’t currently use.
For now, being able to use the Spirit Gathering Array to let the magical treasure self-repair was already beneficial.
Magical treasures possess self-repairing abilities, but the process is extremely slow; most Golden Core Cultivators would use various treasures of heaven and earth to aid the repair.
"Talisman Treasure, by sealing a portion of the Core Formation Cultivator’s magical treasure power within, is also known as a ’pseudo-magical treasure.’
As for the magical treasure itself, drawing energy from it can significantly diminish its spirituality, taking years to decades to recover.
Frequent extraction of energy to make talisman treasures can even lead to permanent damage to the magical treasure."
Looking at the magical treasure ’Blood Evil Sword’ in his hand, Lin Chang’an shook his head.
He wasn’t particularly regretful about the damage to its spirituality, as right now the magical treasure in his hand was merely a rather hard and sharp spiritual artifact.
Unable to unleash its full power, it would be better to create one or two talisman treasures as a last-resort life-saving method.
Now, for him, everything is about preparing for Core Formation; even if the magical treasure suffers temporary or permanent damage, if it helps him form the core, he would not hesitate.
"First, gather the materials for creating the talisman treasure, because for now, the Red Sun Sword, which can only be used once as a last resort, leaves him feeling uneasy."
Upon thinking this, Lin Chang’an slowly stood up, tidied up briefly, brought along two spirit pets, and prepared to leave.
...
After cultivating for a long time, returning to Five Dragons Island, Lin Chang’an felt particularly spirited.
He knew it was the confidence brought by the skill of Tier Three Talismans.
"It’s a pity, in the early stages, talismans are common, but once they reach Tier Three, they become quite valuable."
There’s a decent supply of Tier One and Tier Two talisman paper.
This results in talismans being widely used among cultivators in the Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment Stages, but things change once they reach Tier Three.
The talisman paper for Tier Three Talismans itself holds significant value, and the materials for making Tier Three talismans are not only precious but have multiple uses, making Tier Three Talismans scarce in the market.
"Even if I had other Tier Three Talismans skills, I wouldn’t dare to reveal them easily."
Walking on the streets of the Five Dragon Island Market, Lin Chang’an thought deeply.
A late-stage Foundation Establishment Loose Cultivator possessing Tier Three Talisman Master’s skills would easily attract trouble.
All major forces and sects would never let it go.
So even though his skills had improved, the Tier Three Talisman inheritance was something he couldn’t yet acquire.
The only Tier Three Talisman was the Talisman Treasure Inheritance given to him by Yun Yao.
"At least with my current skills, creating Tier Two Talismans has become easier, which is advantageous as well."
