Chapter 8, Side Business - The Methods of Crafting Talismans and Talismans Ink

However, his purpose is not to engage in transactions with the vendor surnamed Qian for meager income. Learning to refine talisman paper and talisman ink can be considered as laying the foundation for future attempts at crafting talismans. Currently, refining talisman paper in his spare time to exchange for spirit stones allows him to be self-sufficient when he eventually crafts talismans, saving a significant amount of expenses. This can be described as an excellent strategy that achieves two goals with one action.

Esteemed fellow cultivators, your arguments are indeed reasonable. However, the purchasing prices set by various sects can only be finalized on the basis of eliminating all transactions with a transparency level below fifty percent. The extent of the differences is something each of you can judge for yourselves. The maximum price that I, Mr. Qian, can bear is already one low-grade spirit stone per unit. In the face of the fervent and rising voices of dissent from the scattered cultivators, the stall owner appeared to have anticipated this and remained completely unfazed.

The First-Order Medium-Grade Spring Rain Technique is a spell used for irrigating spiritual herbs and spiritual grains. It can condense a trace of spiritual rainwater through one's own magical power, making it an essential spell for many sects specializing in spiritual farming. The First-Order Medium-Grade Water Manipulation Technique can control the flow of water to change into various shapes, serving as a powerful offensive spell

Having spent all the spirit stones accumulated over several years in one go, solely for the opportunity to enhance his cultivation, Zhao Shoushou can be said to be taking a bold gamble. If he fails to successfully advance to the second layer of Qi Refinement this time, he will at least need to continue lurking at Cormorant Lake for another three years, obediently living as a fisherman

You and I are kindred spirits, so there is no need for formalities. If you do not mind, you may simply call me Old Qian. A ding, a shovel, and a wooden stick are all specialized tools used for the crafting of talismans and talisman ink. This book contains precautions to be taken during the crafting process. Every three months, Qian will openly purchase here. The demeanor of the Qian stall owner when business opens is completely different, truly embodying the essence of the art of face-changing.

This water attribute spell manual was requested, and Zhao Shoushou simply took out two inferior spirit stones to complete the transaction. By this time, he had acquired both the first-tier inferior Qi dispersal and the incomplete first-tier water attribute spell manual, essentially achieving the goal of this trip. However, he was reluctant to leave immediately.

In his possession, there remained a low-grade spirit stone, and Zhao Shoushou would next carefully observe each stall to see if he could purchase some treasures that were both high in quality and low in price, commonly referred to as a "bargain hunt." However, achieving this goal at the Cormorant Lake fair was evidently quite difficult, as the low-level loose cultivators here were eager to sell the spirit stones they had already exhausted.

As a member of a large group of loose cultivators, he understands the difficulty that those in the early stages of Qi Refinement face in earning spirit stones. They practice only the most widely disseminated entry-level techniques, lack powerful spells, and the number of those who possess more expensive magical tools is exceedingly rare. Therefore, it is certain that many newly initiated cultivators at the first and second levels of Qi Refinement would be willing to join.

The process of refining talisman paper and talisman ink only requires the injection of a small amount of spiritual energy during the condensation process; however, a low-grade spirit stone must be submitted as a deposit. Do you understand? The stall owner did not mind explaining this, and from his words, one could easily perceive his obsession with a low-grade spirit stone

The duration of the Cormorant Lake gathering is only one day. After the sun sets and darkness falls, the once lively island falls silent once again. The scattered cultivators from all directions have already departed. Zhao Shoushou has also boarded a small fishing boat, preparing to leave. However, at the rear of the fishing boat, there is an additional small tripod with a diameter of approximately thirty centimeters.

Your guesses are correct; this small tripod was indeed exchanged for a low-grade spirit stone. It is specifically used as a tool for refining talisman paper and talisman ink. It turns out that just as the vendor with the surname Qian was about to leave, Zhao Shoushou ultimately chose to take out the last low-grade spirit stone on him for the exchange

The junior understands that a few days ago, by sheer luck, he obtained a low-grade spirit stone, which he is willing to offer as a deposit. He humbly requests guidance from the senior. The scholar's face showed a pained expression as he fumbled around before finally producing the only low-grade spirit stone he possessed

A stack of talisman paper (100 sheets) can be exchanged for 1 low-grade spirit stone, and a jar of talisman ink (10 jin) can also be exchanged for 1 low-grade spirit stone. This vendor offers unlimited long-term recycling; you only need to pay 1 low-grade spirit stone to obtain the methods and tools for refining. I wonder if anyone has any questions?" As he inadvertently passed by a stall surrounded by three layers of barriers, the voice coming from inside instantly captivated him. The voice coming from inside instantly captivated him.

To refine a stack of blank talisman paper, at least ten trees over thirty years old are required, extracting the essence from the heartwood for the process, which takes no less than one month to succeed; the first-grade inferior talisman ink necessitates hunting ferocious beasts such as lions, tigers, and elephants at their peak of destructive power, using their vital blood combined with one-third of a spirit stone for refinement, making it unprofitable to use a piece of inferior spirit stone as the cost outweighs the benefits

Acquired four Qi-regulating pills, returning to the state before cultivation overnight, whether the second level of Qi training is successful will be revealed in a few days. At the small gathering at Cormorant Lake, all objectives were achieved, and in a moment of excitement, a clumsy and twisted poem spontaneously emerged, causing the once tranquil Cormorant Lake to be thrown into chaos with the sounds of wailing and howling.

The junior has just condensed spiritual energy and stepped into the threshold of the first layer of Qi Refinement. I wonder if I can refine talisman paper and talisman ink? Please guide me, senior. The first to take the plunge is a timid-looking scholar, clearly a novice in the cultivation world, currently at a stage of complete ignorance.

If the failure rate during the refining process exceeds 10 percent, it is a loss-making endeavor. The acquisition price set by various sects and families is higher than 2 low-grade spirit stones, so this fellow daoist should raise the price a bit more

These fundamental resources have low technological content, low prices, and low income, yet require a significant investment of time, effort, and patience, with the input and output being completely disproportionate. This is why even some powerful sects, families, and even slightly stronger loose cultivators are unwilling to engage in such activities. It is precisely for this reason that gatherings known as "beggar's trade" occur at the Cormorant Lake.

It is well known that talismans are essential treasures for every practitioner when they venture outside, and the daily consumption is immense. As one of the four major auxiliary professions in the realm of cultivation, a talisman master can achieve the great dream of earning a fortune daily as long as the success rate of crafting talismans exceeds 30%. Moreover, the consumption of talisman paper and talisman ink, which are fundamental resources for talismans, is even more astonishing

The First-Order Inferior Water Wall Technique is a long-awaited defensive spell for Zhao Shoushou, and it is the only defensive spell among water attribute spells; the First-Order Inferior Water Screen Technique appears similar, but its main purpose is to confuse the enemy, buying some time during battle; after mastering the First-Order Inferior Water Walking Technique, one can hold their breath underwater for the duration of a stick of incense, making it an excellent spell for underwater treasure hunting or escaping.

After all, for most loose cultivators, spending some time, physical effort, and spiritual energy in exchange for one or two low-grade spirit stones is considered a decent trade. These individuals at the bottom of the cultivation world, akin to ants, possess nothing at all, leaving only their bodies and labor to be sold cheaply.

Moreover, Zhao Shoushou has been practicing alone near Cormorant Island, and most of the scant knowledge about the cultivation world has been heard here. Given his current level of understanding, he does not possess the ability to take advantage of any opportunities.