Under the gazes of Xi Yuanlin and the disciples of the Corpse Immortal Sect, zombies and demon monsters surged into the pool, drinking its bloody waters with ravenous thirst.
Soon, their muscles swelled and their bodies grew taller and somewhat larger. Mysterious blood baleful energy curled around them like smoke and mist, making them look hideous and terrifying.
Senior Brother He and the others busied themselves driving away the smaller, lower-grade zombies, while leaving those that had sunk to the bottom, possessed greater cultivation and strength, or had larger bodies alone.
He explained to Xi Yuanlin, "Once they have drunk their fill of blood, the corpse puppets here have essentially finished strengthening. Further soaking has very little effect.
"But given enough time, the life origin energy contained in this pool will slowly seep into their bodies and transform them toward becoming true blood gods. That is why we leave some here to grow naturally."
Xi Yuanlin watched their work with considerable interest. At this, he could not help asking, "Are these strengthened blood corpses really enough to turn the tide of battle? They certainly look much more imposing, but I wonder how strong they actually are."
Senior Brother He replied with complete confidence, "Elder Xi, have you heard of the Blood God Great Method, famed throughout Remote Antiquity? Though these blood corpses are not blood gods, they share a considerable connection with them. Rest assured. Once we deploy them on the battlefield, you will see how formidable they are."
Elder Xi said, "Since ancient times, it has been said that as long as the blood sea never dries, the blood gods never die. They are truly undying, indestructible monsters. Unless their last drop of vital blood is exhausted, no matter how they are struck down, cut apart, dismembered, or even