All the combatants from the four lineages entered the arena, their auras subtly facing off as their fighting spirit quietly rose.
Yun Qing took in every little incident on and off the platform. His expression remained unchanged, but inwardly, he found it amusing. Without further delay, he stepped forward, his voice once again resounding across Yunqu Peak:
"All four lineages are here. The 'Sixfold Unity' battle begins now!"
"The lineage with the most people remaining in the arena at the end shall claim the position of Twelfth Elder of our Yun Clan!"
The three Lineage Leaders exchanged glances, their expressions solemn.
This was the true test of a lineage's overall combat strength. It tested not only their top experts, but also whether the strength of their three generations was balanced.
Yun Qing swept his Double Pupils across the arena, silently making his assessment.
Desolate City excelled in battle, Northern Marsh in craftsmanship, Western Ridge in the Dao of Alchemy, and Southern Mountain... had a wife.
This contest would test not merely their fighting strength, but each lineage's "way of survival."
"Begin."
Boom-!
The instant his voice fell, the four lineages moved!
The Desolate City lineage thrust their spears like dragons. Led by Yun Lie, six long spears instantly formed a spear formation. Their spear radiance converged, carrying the blood-red beacon smoke unique to that desolate desert city as they drove straight into the center of the battlefield!
From the Northern Marsh lineage, Yun Tiexin gave a low shout, and the disciples behind him raised their sleeves in unison! In an instant, treasure light shot into the sky. Dozens of shimmering Magic Treasures flew out with a hum, weaving together into layer upon layer of radiant screens.
The Magic Treasures with the fiercest auras broke away from the screens, striking first