In terms of contribution, the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes indeed surpassed the Great Sumeru Hammer Profound Meaning Exploding Ring.
"The nine forms are: Void, Seal, Piercing, Penetration, Binding, Shock, Break, Flash, and Collapse. Each form's effect is comparable to a powerful soul skill."
"Most importantly, the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes will gradually increase in power and effectiveness as the user's realm rises."
"In other words, the higher one's realm, the stronger its effects."
"Once mastered, the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes will become one of the greatest supports throughout the life of a Clear Sky Hammer soul master."
"Now, we will explain in detail the effects and abilities of each form of the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes."
"Listen carefully, Yu'er."
"The Void Form can absorb and utilize the surrounding energy, using stillness to counter movement and dissolve an enemy's attack. It is essentially a defensive skill."
"The Seal Form can seal an enemy's attacks and restrict the opponent's ability to exert their power. It is a control-type skill."
"The Piercing Form delivers an unbroken, continuous offensive, keeping the enemy under attack at all times. Once unleashed, it leaves no chance to catch one's breath. It is an ability that allows Clear Sky Hammer soul masters to reach their highest attack speed."
"The Penetration Form delivers precise strikes, piercing through an enemy's defense from a single point to break through an entire surface and strike directly at vital areas. It is an offensive skill with extremely powerful penetration."
"The Binding Form uses rotational force to entangle the opponent, binding the enemy layer by layer. It is a control-type skill."
"The Shock Form focuses on borrowing force to strike back with force. It can cushion and rebound an enemy's power, achieving the effect of using four ounces to move a thousand pounds. This move combines offense and defense."
"The Break Form concentrates power into a single burst, forcibly breaking through the enemy's defenses with overwhelming force and delivering a fatal blow. It is a powerful offensive technique."
"The Flash Form features swift and unpredictable movement, allowing one to rapidly change position and make it difficult for enemies to track one's movements. It is a swift assault technique."
"The Collapse Form is also the most powerful move among the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes. It releases a devastating shockwave like mountains collapsing and the earth splitting apart, erupting with tremendous power."
"That is the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes."
The Elders fell silent.
Tang Yu felt somewhat excited. It has defense, restrictions, attack speed, control, swift attacks, penetrating skills, and even formidable offensive power. The Clear Sky Nine Absolutes truly are incredibly well-rounded.
With Tang Yu's current strength, few below the Soul Saint rank could possibly be his opponent. He might even be able to kill a Soul Saint, though that depended on what type of Soul Saint he faced.
If he mastered the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes as well, he would truly be able to rival a Soul Saint while only possessing the cultivation of a four-ring Soul Ancestor.
"Furthermore, Sect Master Tang Xiao created a Kill Skill based on the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes. This Kill Skill combines all nine forms into one, and its power is extremely astonishing. However, whether the Sect Master is willing to teach it to you will be a matter for the future."
"Now, we Five Elders will begin teaching you the methods for executing the nine forms."
"Xiao Yu, start by learning the Void Form."
"Alright." Tang Yu nodded.
The Elders then explained the principles behind executing the Void Form and its unique methods of exerting force to Tang Yu, before demonstrating it in front of him.
"Watch carefully, Xiao Yu!"
"Embrace all things, Echoing Valley!"
"Clear Sky Nine Absolutes, Void Form!"
"Hah!"
As the Third Elder demonstrated, surrounding energy gathered around him. So that Tang Yu could see clearly, he performed it at an almost slowed pace, displaying every movement, technique, principle of activation, and every other Detail as thoroughly as possible.
The Third Elder asked, "Xiao Yu, do you understand?"
"I understand."
The Second Elder nodded. "Mm. Understanding it, knowing the principles behind its execution, and knowing the methods of exerting force are one thing. Actually learning it and using it successfully is another."
"Most disciples need three years to master all nine forms."
"Even we Five Elders took nearly two years to learn them all. This is a long process, so take your time practicing, Xiao Yu."
"I understand." Tang Yu's fighting spirit ignited.
He eagerly began cultivating the Void Form.
Tang Yu began practicing day after day, failing time and again. Yet he never stopped cultivating diligently, pouring out sweat with every effort.
Tang Long served as Tang Yu's sparring partner, helping him throughout the process, while the Elders occasionally offered guidance.
Time flew by.
One month later.
"Embrace all things, Echoing Valley!"
"Void Form!"
Tang Yu dissolved one of Tang Hu's hammer strikes.
"Good heavens! Brother Yu, you learned the Void Form in just one month? I spent nearly three months learning it back then!" Tang Hu said in delighted surprise.
Tang Yu smiled modestly. "Hehe, Brother Hu, I merely spent more time practicing each day."
Tang Hu's mouth twitched slightly. Back then, he had practiced day and night as well!
Tang Hu immediately reported the news to the Five Great Elders.
"Elders! Tang Yu has mastered the Void Form!"
The Elders were quite surprised. "What? So quickly?"
The Elders immediately proceeded to teach Tang Yu the Seal Form.
One month later.
"Report!! Elder, Tang Yu has learned the Seal Form!"
"What! He learned another one?"
Then came the Piercing Form.
Another month later.
"Report! Elders, Tang Yu has mastered the Piercing Form!"
"No way! Another month!? This child Tang Yu is a genius! His comprehension speed is simply too fast!" The Elders' delight continued unabated.
After that, Tang Yu's progress became faster and faster. He could master nearly one form in less than a month.
Time flew by.
A full five months had passed since the beginning.
Tang Yu had already mastered six forms: Void, Seal, Piercing, Penetration, Binding, and Shock.
This left the Elders astonished once again.
"There is only one year left until the Soul Master Competition. At this pace, I can completely master the Clear Sky Nine Absolutes before the competition begins."
"There are only the Break, Flash, and Collapse Forms left. I'll practice them slowly after returning to Heaven Dou Royal Academy." Tang Yu was in a good mood.
It was time for him to return to the academy.
After all, the Soul Master Competition was a seven-person team competition. Team composition and combat coordination were important. If Tang Yu had no coordination with his teammates, they might not only fail to become stronger but could even hold each other back.
He would use the remaining time to familiarize himself somewhat with his teammates and practice the remaining three forms.
Winning the championship would then be virtually guaranteed.
Having made his decision, Tang Yu sought out the Elders. "Father, Elders, I am preparing to return to Heaven Dou Royal Academy to cultivate."
There would be more opportunities for cultivation outside.
Moreover, the Elders were growing increasingly eager for the Clear Sky Sect to emerge from seclusion.
Tang Yu going out first and allowing the Clear Sky Hammer to reappear in the Soul Master World could also serve as an opening for the Clear Sky Sect's eventual return.
The Second Elder replied, "Alright. Sixth Brother, Seventh Brother, from today onward, the two of you will secretly protect Xiao Yu's safety."
"Of course, you cannot solve every matter for Xiao Yu. Unless he faces a life-or-death crisis, you are not to intervene lightly."
"Understood."
Tang Tian and the Seventh Elder, Blazing Sun Douluo, nodded solemnly.
"Yu'er, let's go."
"Alright."
With Tang Tian and Blazing Sun Douluo, two Clear Sky Hammer Title Douluo, along with Dugu Bo, Tang Yu would have three Title Douluo protecting him in Heaven Dou City.
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