Chapter 141: Soul Skill Sudden Change, Shui Binger's Second Soul Skill!
Therefore, before the ceremony, all Elder Tokens previously issued by Spirit Hall were invalidated. The new Elder Tokens now feature the Martial Souls of eight of Spirit Hall's nine High Priests as their design.
Above these, there is also the Supreme Pontiff Token and the Holy Son Token. The one Hu Bai just gave Shui Binger was a modified version of the Holy Son Token.
"Alright, you all are probably going to hunt Soul Beasts in the outer perimeter, right? Although there are no Hundred Thousand Year Soul Beasts in the outer perimeter of the Extreme North, you still need to be careful."
"Never mind, we're going into the Extreme North anyway. If you're willing, you can come with us, but we're heading to the core area of the Extreme North. Once you've obtained your soul ring, you'll have to return on your own," Hu Bai said.
Originally, he had intended to bid them farewell, but after some thought, since they had joined Spirit Hall and possessed good talent, he decided to help Shui Binger acquire a good Soul Skill within his capabilities.
After all, her first Soul Skill—a group tracking control Soul Skill—wasn't particularly useless; in Hu Bai's opinion, it was quite a good control Soul Skill.
However, her second Soul Skill, which adds an Ice Armor to teammates for defense, was quite useless.
Shui Miaomiao and Shui Binger's group were delighted upon hearing this, and Shui Miaomiao quickly said, "Then we thank Your Highness, the Holy Son."
"Thank you," Shui Binger said softly, her face slightly flushed.
Early the next morning.
Hu Bai's group set off into the outer perimeter of the Extreme North—a vast and boundless world of ice and snow, presenting a stark yet magnificent beauty.
As far as the eye could see, apart from a few hunting parties, no other people were visible.
Yue Guan frowned and said, "You must stay vigilant and not stray too far from us. The environment here is too harsh, and it's all white snow. Most of the Soul Beasts here are also white, so you might misjudge them if you're not careful."
At this moment, the seven-colored mark on Hu Bai's forehead emitted a ray of light, transforming into a white light that only he could see, heading in a certain direction.
"We'll go that way," Hu Bai said, pointing in the direction indicated by the white light. "That should be where Ice God Canyon is located. I just don't know how far it is."
Ice God Canyon?
Shui Miaomiao and the others were shocked to hear this but didn't dare to ask too many questions.
They had thought that Hu Bai's group came to the Extreme North this time also to obtain soul rings, but now it seemed they were here to seek a legacy.
Days passed, and Hu Bai's group was already close to leaving the outer perimeter, reaching the boundary between the outer and core areas.
These past few days, they had encountered many Soul Beasts of the Extreme North: Ice Silkworms, Ice Crystal Beasts, Ice Armored Beasts, and Mirror Beasts.
However, none of these Soul Beasts were most suitable for Shui Binger; her second soul ring required a strong attack Soul Skill!
Therefore, tiger-type Soul Beasts were definitely the first choice, followed by Ice Apes.
If it weren't for the possibility of encountering the Ice Empress and the fact that Ice Jade Scorpion populations are mostly in the core area, an Ice Jade Scorpion's soul ring would be the most suitable for Shui Binger.
Perhaps with an Ice Jade Scorpion's soul ring, Shui Binger's ice attribute could be further purified.
Just then, Hu Bai's mental power suddenly sensed two Soul Beasts chasing each other not far away: an Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger hunting an Ice Crystal Deer.
Judging by its size, the Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger was probably around seven to eight hundred years old—perfectly suitable for Shui Binger's second soul ring.
These days, whenever they stopped to make a fire and eat, Hu Bai would take out some low-year whale rubber for Shui Binger to consume, to enhance her Physique.
It was only because her first soul ring's level was too low, and the time she had been taking the whale rubber was too short, that she hadn't had enough days; otherwise, her second soul ring could have aimed for a thousand years.
"Pay attention, there's an Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger and an Ice Crystal Deer ahead. Our target is that Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger!"
Hu Bai said, and everyone quickened their pace forward.
Ling Yuan even spread her blazing wings and rushed over, quickly subduing both Soul Beasts.
"That Ice Crystal Deer was already near death when I got there, and I severely wounded this Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger," Ling Yuan said indifferently.
Hu Bai nodded slightly and looked at Shui Binger: "You can absorb this Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger's soul ring."
Shui Binger nodded heavily, took a deep breath, and her Ice Phoenix Martial Soul appeared behind her. Her first soul ring slowly rose: "Ice Seal Thrust!"
Soon after, a sharp, thick ice spike emerged from beneath the Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger, directly piercing its body!
In the past few days spent with Hu Bai, Shui Binger had fully grasped her ice element breathing method, and Hu Bai had also taught her about Soul Skill deformation.
With Shui Binger's current control over ice attributes, it was still too difficult to completely create a Soul Skill with powerful offensive capabilities on her own; at least, it wasn't something she could learn in just a few days.
So, she could only rely on existing soul skills. Hu Bai taught her that when casting her first Soul Skill, she should try her best to make the tip of the Ice Seal as sharp as possible when it emerges from the ground—not to seal the opponent, but to pierce through them!
This only involved a slight change in the ice's form, which was relatively easier to master.
For this, Hu Bai even replicated Shui Binger's Soul Skill, then demonstrated the transformed 'Ice Seal Thrust' to her, which filled her eyes with wonder.
The emotions in Shui Binger's eyes when she looked at Hu Bai were different; originally, they were awe and respect, but now they also included adoration and admiration.
And under Hu Bai's careful guidance, she finally learned this Soul Skill.
A deep yellow soul ring slowly rose from the Ice Crystal Saber-toothed Tiger's body.
Shui Binger guided it to herself and began to absorb it.
Considering the danger of the Extreme North, Hu Bai pondered for a moment, then said to Ling Yuan: "Sister Ling Yuan, when Bing'er and the others need to return later, you escort them."
"I will leave my imprint on your mental power. After you escort them out, follow this mental imprint back."
Ling Yuan nodded.
Although it was her first time in the Extreme North, these past few days, she had seen many powerful Soul Beasts. She had encountered many Hundred Thousand Year Soul Beasts, and their strength was even greater than that of Soul Beasts of the same level in the Star Dou Great Forest.
This area, being the boundary between the outer and core regions, was even more dangerous. Just letting Shui Miaomiao and a few Soul Holy Sons escort them back might lead to unforeseen dangers.
A few hours later.
Shui Binger completely absorbed the soul ring and gained a new Soul Skill.
Ice Soul Cold Ice Slash!
The Ice Phoenix's wings transform into blades, unleashing two crossed ice blades with a [Deep Freeze] effect—cutting + low-temperature penetration. It is a single-target burst-type Soul Skill!
It was also the strongest attack Soul Skill Shui Binger needed most right now!
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