Chapter 8, Manjusha Flower
The first generation of machinery was steam engines powered by black stone. After successful miniaturization, the first generation steam engines continued to thrive across various continents. They possess many advantages, such as stability and strong power; however, their greatest advantage remains their affordability
The first wave of the Force has finally been completed
This orb of azure light possesses such immense power
Although the appearance of the energy gun and traditional firearms is similar, their principles are entirely different. In the loading chamber for gunpowder and projectiles, there is an energy compression device. The user needs to inject their own energy into it to condense energy projectiles, and then wait for the right moment to fire
For thousands of years, countless open and covert struggles have revolved around these ten legendary famous guns, leading to the downfall of many extraordinary talents. Nevertheless, people continue to flock to them, eager to pursue their allure.
The shadow, without realizing it, straightened its body, its face full of solemnity and dignity, and even began to show a distinct fervor, stating word by word: "This is one of the ten famous guns in the hands of the human race, and also the first true famous gun owned by the empire: Manjusaka, also known as the Flower of the Other Shore"
Although most of the time in the training camp everyone is focused on their own tasks, there are still constant rumors circulating. Just as the trainees had entered the third month of their training, a child beside Qianye had already mastered the Nine Tides! Moreover, it is said that among this batch of children in the Huangquan training camp, the most talented individual has already begun attempting to ignite their first spiritual energy node
If it is possible to incapacitate Qianye, then naturally there will be one less competitor for the "Zhu Yan Xue"
Immediately after, the shadow walked to the gun cabinet, reached out to take out two handguns that were almost identical in shape, and raised them to show the children
There are a total of ten renowned firearms in the world, each possessing extraordinary power. It is said that obtaining any one of the ten renowned firearms will grant the ability to change the situation of the continent
Starting this week, Qianye's course schedule has added three new courses related to energy weapons: Fluid Mechanics of Energy, Firearm Disassembly and Maintenance, and Shooting.
Among famous guns, there are still famous guns
At last, the wave of the Force reached its peak, and Qianye heard a tumultuous sound like the roar of the tide in his ears, as the Force receded like the ebbing tide
This is the combat technique I just learned, and in the blink of an eye, it has been applied to Qianye.
When the rankings were announced over the weekend, Qianye's position plummeted dramatically, falling all the way to 48th place, barely managing to maintain a spot in the top fifty
However, with the dual "Crimson Blood of Zhu Yan," Qian Ye's speed of drawing in the original force has significantly increased. The original force continuously flows into his body, pushing the waves of original force ever higher.
The examination period in March has arrived. Qianye had already mastered the Force Tide two weeks prior, so passing the exam was naturally without any doubt. Among the group of students with Qianye, three individuals failed to meet the requirements and were subsequently whipped by Zhang Jing, resulting in serious injuries, after which they were dragged away.
From this moment on, the easy training journey comes to an end. Most combat classes begin with guidance from the instructor, followed by practice sessions among the students.
The heightened perception, nearly tenfold, allowed Qianye to experience a resonance of primal force akin to a symphony. As the Battle Command Technique operated, the primal force within Qianye gradually surged, rising like waves crashing against the shore, each more powerful than the last. In the past, when there was no Crimson Blood, at this moment, the primal force would falter and recede.
Qian Ye does not know who left him this scar. He was not yet three years old when he was injured
Qian Ye was immediately taken aback! If the walls can be damaged like this, then if it were to hit a person, it would likely create a large hole with a single shot. If it were to strike the limbs, it could directly break them with one shot
This is the famous Eagle series, the standard issue of the Imperial Frontier Army, known for its immense power the man said as he directly fired the smooth, mirror-like pistol at the classroom wall
The man raised the still-glowing handgun and said, "This is a weapon powered by the Force; its power is simply incomparable to that of ordinary gunpowder weapons. Even this low-level Force gun has firepower that rivals that of a cannon. It is precisely because of the Force gun that we were able to repel those damned dark bastards during the Dawn War, laying the foundation for today's Empire"
A powerful gust of wind, mixed with countless fragments of stone, swept in, making it impossible for the children to lift their heads
With the varying load capacities of energy devices and firearm materials, the power among force firearms differs significantly. Some force firearms even possess powerful special abilities. Only such firearms can be ranked among the renowned weapons
In the following weeks, Qianye's cultivation progressed very smoothly. With one month remaining until Zhang Jing's deadline in March, Qianye was already able to summon the fifth wave. The progress of the military tactics cultivation was accelerating, and Qianye estimated that in another half month, he would be able to form the first complete nine-wave tide.
The enormous roar caused everyone's ears to buzz, and the hard walls of the classroom bore a bowl-sized deep pit, revealing the damaged substrate and supports.
After the children have seen the rankings, it is time for bed
During practice, the students attack with full force, showing no mercy whatsoever. Among the top-ranking students, Qianye is the physically weakest, and naturally receives special attention.
Next, the shadow provided a detailed explanation of the principles behind the Force firearms
The most challenging aspect of the Art of Warfare is generating the first wave of primal energy. Subsequent waves, such as the second and third, will come much more swiftly. When the primal energy waves surge, they also create a strong吸力, drawing more primal energy from the surroundings into the body
If it were not for the assistance of the double portion of 'Zhu Yan Xue' this time, Qian Ye would have needed at least two more weeks to generate the first wave. At that time, wanting to complete the full nine tidal waves within the three-month deadline set by Zhang Jing would have been very perilous
The man coldly stated, "You may call me Shadow," thus completing his opening remarks
As of now, among the top ten renowned firearms, three are in the possession of the human race, five have fallen into the hands of the dark races, and the whereabouts of the remaining two are unknown
It has been three months since anyone died, long enough for these children to almost forget that this is the Underworld Training Camp, notorious throughout the imperial military reserves for its extreme cruelty in selection and elimination.
This is the Underworld Training Camp, not a gently styled noble school
Another pistol emitted a glow, as the patterns on its body suddenly illuminated. Only the sound of the hammer striking and the heavy object cutting through the air could be heard, as the muzzle expelled a burst of azure light, splashing against the wall with a thunderous roar
When the long bell tolls to awaken the thousand nights, the time for this cultivation has arrived
Is it powerful? Of course not! The sound of the shadow is chilling.
Although 49 and 51 differ by only two digits, they are worlds apart. Qian Ye has already understood that those ranked below 50 are in the elimination zone. The fate of those eliminated from the training camp is singular: death
Whenever the military strategy is activated and the primordial force surges violently, entering the scarred area will become particularly sluggish. Therefore, Qianye must accumulate more primordial force in order to guide out the complete waves of primordial force
At the beginning of the fourth month, a new course was added: Combat.
A shadow reached out to open a teaching board, revealing a three-dimensional image. It was an ancient and exquisite handgun
Manufactured cheaply, maintained inexpensively, and with abundant steel reserves readily available in Blackstone, even after hundreds of years, the steam engine remains the most suitable choice in most cases
This is a comprehensive discipline found at https://m.hetushu.com, encompassing not only mathematics and physics but also a multitude of other knowledge. Only in this way can one understand the operation of the enormous machinery that people rely on to change the world
Without the assistance of such special spices, Qianye's process of perceiving and absorbing the original force is exceedingly slow, allowing only for gradual accumulation, guidance, and the buildup of momentum before surging into the next wave.
A child boldly asked, "Does it, does it also have special abilities?"
Upon closer inspection, the two handguns do exhibit distinct differences. One is polished to a mirror-like finish from the barrel to the grip, while the other is adorned with a variety of intricate patterns
Starting this Monday, a tall man with well-defined features but a gloomy expression took Zhang Jing's place at the podium. Several burly men worked together to bring in a few heavy rectangular metal cabinets, and upon lifting the top cover, it was revealed that they contained over a hundred various firearms
Throughout the entire first week, most people returned home with bruised faces, but Qian Ye's injuries were particularly severe
The current wave of the Force has not yet completely receded, colliding with the newly emerging Force, and then surging forth in a new round of Force waves. The second wave is even higher than the first, with a stronger momentum. Just as it is about to reach its peak, falling short by a narrow margin, it ultimately recedes due to insufficient Force.
This is fate, and Qianye has no choice but to accept it
Monday was approaching quickly, and when Qianye entered the training room, he felt surprisingly excited. Indeed, the black slave had placed two pieces of 'Crimson Blood' in the incense burner
"Well asked!" The shadow was now completely ignited, speaking with fervor: "Manjusaka, in the legends recorded by the human race before the existence of written language, grows by the banks of the River of Oblivion deep within the void. Whenever a life in the world falls, a small flower blooms by the riverbank. It! Can ignite the primal forces of the world, illuminating the starry path to the River of Oblivion, which is the legendary ultimate skill 'Wangchuan'!"
When Qianye lowered the arm that had been covering his head and face, he was astonished to see that the thick wall made of bluestone and metal supports had actually been blasted open, and through the opening, he could already see the scenery outside
The training is still ongoing, and in the third month, new knowledge courses were added, this time focusing on the principles of mechanics
The newly added knowledge course has rapidly improved Qianye's ranking, even allowing him to break into the top twenty, and there is even hope for him to strive for the top ten
Upon hearing this news, Qianye could not help but feel a tinge of bitterness in his heart. Since he could remember, the wound in his chest had already been there. The life in the training camp constantly reminded him of the existence of that scar. If it were not for this scar, he would have been considered a top talent.
The boy named Xu Lang is said to come from a prestigious family in the Empire, and he possesses first-rate talent
Qian Ye consistently ranked in the top five in these three courses, which significantly improved his overall ranking, allowing him to enter the top fifty. When the results were announced over the weekend, he was in forty-ninth place
This gun has the appearance of an antique flintlock pistol, with the hammer positioned upright at the rear of the barrel, silver-white in color and shaped like a wishbone. The barrel and grip are gilded, intricately engraved with ornate patterns. On the body of the gun, there is a striking blood-red flower, with its petals extending in fine, thread-like lines in all directions
Qianye had just entered the dormitory when the door suddenly closed behind him. Immediately, several dark figures pounced on him, holding him tightly. An arm was locked across Qianye's throat, constricting it so tightly that he could hardly breathe or make a sound
From the distribution of these top ten famous guns, one can discern the power comparison among the three major factions: Dawn, Eternal Night, and Neutrality in the world of the strong
Qian Ye silently recited the name "Manjusha Hua" several times, feeling that this term possessed an indescribable mystery and beauty, thus deeply engraving it in her heart
This may be the most focused class the children have had in the training camp to date. Even those from established noble families with a foundation were captivated and enthralled.