At this moment, the metallic figure's spear thrust made even Tang San's scalp tingle. How could this Soul Guidance Device metal man imitate a real Soul Master so perfectly!
What Tang San felt now was truly facing a spear-type Martial Soul Soul Master, and this Soul Master was exceptionally powerful.
Facing the attack, Tang San let out a long cry as he swung the Clear Sky Hammer in his hand, activating the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique. The Clear Sky Hammer thrust forward with a heavy clang, meeting the metal man's spear head-on.
With a loud bang, the Clear Sky Hammer in Tang San's hand acted like a shield. Hammer-type Martial Souls were naturally large and heavy, and the hammer's surface steadily blocked the metal man's dazzling spear thrust.
The instant Tang San blocked the attack with his Martial Soul, the metal man seemed to have anticipated it. With a shake of its spear, it executed Shifting Stars—the spear moved as the body followed, effortlessly deflecting Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer.
"Tsk, this metal man's spear Soul Skill can actually rival our Clear Sky Sect's Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique?!"
For a time, Tang San and the metal man engaged in a breathtaking battle, exchanging blows that made the heavens and earth pale, sparks flying in all directions.
Tang San had completely mastered the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique, achieving the pinnacle of ninety-nine returning to one. The Clear Sky Hammer in his hands moved with tiger-like ferocity—powerful yet nimble.
But with a spear in hand, the metal man seemed to hold the world itself. A single spear made it invincible against all foes, utterly dazzling. Moreover, forged from premium alloy, the metal man could even use its body to block attacks from the Clear Sky Hammer.
For a moment, Tang San actually found himself at a disadvantage!
Since birth, Tang San had never been suppressed by someone of the same level—of course, that was assuming this metal man truly counted as his equal.
Tang San's eyes narrowed as the Soul Rings at his feet suddenly flared with light. He laughed, "Let's see if a Soul Guidance Device metal man made entirely of metal can use Soul Rings and Soul Skills."
Activating his first Soul Ring, Tang San's feet executed Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, narrowly dodging the attack. Then, his Clear Sky Hammer aimed straight for the metal man's chest.
The initial attacks had merely been probes, relying only on the Clear Sky Hammer's weight and his own strength without using Soul Power or Soul Skills. Tang San's First Soul Skill carried high-frequency vibrations, specially designed to break through hard defenses.
Even if this Soul Guidance Device metal man was entirely made of metal, its interior contained the precision components unique to Soul Guidance Devices. Destroying these internal parts would defeat it.
With a hum, a long yellow light suddenly appeared where the metal man's eyes were located, followed by a protective barrier. The Clear Sky Hammer struck the barrier with a thud, as if hitting water—the vibrations from the Soul Skill were completely neutralized.
"A defensive Soul Guidance Device?! Using Soul Guidance Devices to simulate Soul Ring Skills?!" Tang San was shocked. This metal man had other Soul Guidance Devices equipped!
With his attack blocked, Tang San naturally left an opening. The metal man twisted its body and instantly executed a returning spear thrust aimed at Tang San's torso.
The returning spear was lightning-fast, and Tang San was still in his attack recovery frame, unable to bring the Clear Sky Hammer back to defend.
"Rakshasa Avatar!"
At the critical moment, Tang San instantly abandoned the Clear Sky Hammer Spirit, and his second spirit immediately activated. The Soul Avatar instantly boosted Tang San's physical strength, enhancing all his attributes comprehensively.
His left hand shot out, grasping the spearhead, stopping the black spear just a centimeter away from his eye. Seeing the spearhead caught, the metal man erupted with terrifying force, pushing Tang San backward in an attempt to pin him against the wall.
A cold smile curled on Tang San's lips as he declared, "Domain, unfold!"
The Rakshasa Domain instantly expanded. Tang San bent his knees into a firm horse stance, gripping the spear with both hands as crimson Rakshasa Markings spread across his entire body. His current Rakshasa Avatar was different from before—his Ghost Ring had evolved into a thousand-year Soul Ring, further amplifying the power of his Soul Skills.
After the transformation, Rakshasa Markings appeared on his arms, and a strange sigil emerged between his brows. His muscles bulged, and wisps of red blood energy coiled around him. The strength granted by this Avatar was several times greater than before.
With a thud, Tang San planted his left foot behind him, using his right leg as support. His left hand gripped the spear while his right struck it, the terrifying force bending and deforming the metal weapon.
With a roar, Tang San twisted his body, leveraging the spear's bend to kick the metal man away. The sheer force even dented the metal man's face slightly.
"Ha." Tang San exhaled a breath of hot air. This was his first time using the evolved Rakshasa Avatar, and the Soul Power within him burned hotter than ever, a fierce killing intent surging into his mind.
"If this Rakshasa Avatar reaches the seventieth rank, could it become the Rakshasa True Body?" Tang San mused, observing the changes in his body.
But the metal man gave him no time to ponder. The spear lunged forward again.
"Rakshasa Demon Scythe!" A demonic scythe rose within the Domain. Tang San reached out, grasping it midair to meet the black spear. Instantly, the scythe moved with flawless precision—advancing, retreating, attacking, and defending seamlessly, leaving no openings.
Clang! Clang! Clang! The sounds of collision rang out. Even against the metal man's meticulously calculated spear techniques, Tang San effortlessly countered every move, his movements free and unrestrained.
Even Tang San had to admit that this metal man's spear Soul Skill was a masterpiece of perfection, undoubtedly on par with the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique.
Faced with Tang San's unyielding defense, the metal man's eyes flashed with a yellow light bar once more. This time, Tang San understood—different colored light bars signified the rank of the Soul Skill.
This must also be a second Soul Skill, a hundred-year Soul Ring.
The metal man gripped the spear with both hands, its tip aimed at Tang San. His body became enveloped in a surge of Soul Power, and with a whoosh, his speed multiplied several times over, charging forward like a yellow streak of light.
"So, this is a speed-boosting Soul Skill. Pity—if my Ghost Ring hadn't evolved, this would've been troublesome."
"Black Demon Pool."
Gurgling sounds filled the air as Tang San activated the third Soul Skill of his Ghost Ring. The white Soul Ring merged into the Domain, transforming the crimson blood pool into a vast expanse of black mire!
From the black mire, countless Black Demon Hands emerged, clawing greedily at any target within the Domain, dragging the metal man deeper into the black abyss.
Breaking free from the powerful adhesion, immobilization, and dragging force of the Black Demon Pool was absolutely no easy task. This Soul Skill was designed to restrain opponents, perfectly countering the Metal Man's second Soul Skill.
"What a pity. Your luck is a bit off today. Having three Soul Skills on a Ghost Ring is indeed cheating. Second Soul Skill, Crescent Slash Style!" Tang San raised his demonic scythe high above his head and swung it fiercely toward the Metal Man trapped in the Black Demon Pool. A crescent-shaped black slash struck the Metal Man with tremendous force.
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