The next morning, as dawn broke.
A thin mist swirls over the sea, and the tops of the seven Sacred Pillar surrounding Sea God Mountain emerge from the clouds in the morning light, resembling a fairyland.
Tang Feng and his group arrived at the Ring Sea where the Seven Sacred Pillars were located, their footsteps leaving shallow marks on the damp sand.
Sea Horse Douluo was already waiting there. He was still dressed in a black robe, standing with his hands behind his back, calmly looking at the group of young people who were about to face their Fifth Trial.
"You've all come here today to find out who your opponents will be in the Fifth Trial, haven't you?" He nodded slightly, getting straight to the point.
Tang Feng nodded. "Indeed. We would appreciate it if Your Majesty Sea Horse could introduce the Sacred Pillar Guardian to us."
Sea Horse Douluo stood with his hands behind his back and began to slowly recount his story:
"First place: Sea Dragon Douluo. Level 95, Power Attack System, Martial Soul: Sea Dragon."
"He is the strongest of the Seven Sacred Pillars in direct combat, excelling in close-quarters fighting and possessing astonishing strength. His Innate Domain, ' Demon Breaking Domain,' can break through all domain abilities."
Everyone felt a chill run down their spines. Breaking through all domains meant that Tang Feng's Clear Sky Domain, Gravity Domain, as well as the domains of Dugu Yan and Zhu Zhuqing, would all be ineffective against him.
After a moment of digestion, Sea Horse Douluo continued, "The second one is Sea Spear Douluo. Level 94, Power Attack System, his Martial Soul Sea Spear. His attacks are extremely penetrating and unstoppable."
"Third place, Sea Delusion Douluo. Level 93, Control System, Martial Soul: Illusory Serpent. Her illusion techniques are difficult to defend against, capable of trapping people in a daze without their knowledge. To fight her, one must remain constantly alert."
"The fourth one is me. Level 92, Power Attack System, with the Sea Horse Martial Soul. You are all already familiar with me, so I won't say much more."
"Fifth place, Sea Ghost Douluo. Level 91, Agility Attack System, Martial Soul Sea Devil. He is extremely fast, skilled in stealth and surprise attacks, like a ghost in the sea. Once he sets his sights on you, it's very difficult to escape."
"Sixth place, Sea Star Douluo. Level 91, Control System, Sea Star Martial Soul. His abilities mainly focus on devouring, binding, and restricting."
"Seventh, the Sea Maiden Douluo. Level 91, Illusion System, Martial Soul: Sea Demon Flute. She excels at sonic attacks, capable of interfering with the mind, and possesses the innate ability ' Mind Reading.' Before her, any disguise is futile."
After Sea Horse Douluo, his gaze fell on Tang Feng, awaiting his questions.
Tang Feng remained silent for a moment, then looked at Bai Chenxiang.
" Chenxiang, your test is to withstand the attack of any of the Sacred Pillar Guardian for the duration of an incense stick burning. Which one do you think you are best suited to challenge?"
Bai Chenxiang bit her lip and lowered her head in thought.
Seven Sacred Pillar Guardian, seven distinct fighting styles: the ferocity of the Sea Dragon Douluo, the sharpness of the Sea Spear Douluo, the illusion of the Sea Delusion Douluo, the mystery of the Sea Ghost Douluo, the mind-reading ability of the Sea Maiden Douluo, and the direct, forceful attacks of the Sea Horse Douluo...
"I choose Sea Star Douluo." Her voice was firm.
A hint of approval flashed in Tang Feng's eyes.
" Chenxiang, you made a good choice," he said with satisfaction, and began to analyze, " The Sea Star Douluo is Control System, Agility Attack System are generally more effective against Control System, unless it's a mental Control System. The Sea Star Douluo's control primarily relies on devouring and binding; its single-target burst damage isn't strong, and its speed isn't fast either."
He paused, then continued, "With your speed advantage, as long as you keep moving and avoid being affected by his control skills, defeating him is impossible, but the chances of surviving for the duration of an incense stick burning are very high."
"In comparison, the attacks of Sea Dragon Douluo and Sea Spear Douluo are too fierce, and it's difficult for you to withstand them head-on; Sea Ghost Douluo is also Agility Attack System, but he's faster than you, and you can't outrun him; Sea Maiden Douluo's area attacks and Sea Delusion Douluo's illusions are hard to defend against, and if your mental strength isn't strong enough, you'll easily fall into their traps."
Finally, he looked at Bai Chenxiang, his gaze resolute:
"Therefore, Sea Star Douluo is your most suitable opponent."
Bai Chenxiang nodded solemnly, a determined glint in her eyes.
Upon hearing this, Sea Horse Douluo pointed in the direction where Sea Star Douluo was located. It was on the southeast side of the Ring Sea, where a stone pillar covered with strange patterns stood quietly.
" The Sea Star Douluo is in that direction. You can go and challenge him."
The group walked along the coast, past two stone pillars, and arrived at the Sea Star Sacred Pillar.
The Sea Star Douluo, who was meditating beneath the Sacred Pillar, opened his eyes.
He looked to be in his forties, with a thin face and long, dark blue hair draped over his shoulders.
Bai Chenxiang stepped forward and bowed in greeting:
"Junior Bai Chenxiang requests to challenge Sea Star Douluo and complete the Fifth Trial."
Sea Star Douluo's gaze fell on her, and after a moment, he nodded slightly and said softly:
" Agility Attack System... that's an interesting opponent."
He took out an incense stick and inserted it into the damp sand on the bank.
"Start."
The Bai Chenxiang stirred.
With a flap of her wings, she rose into the air like a white streak of light, soaring towards the sea!
Sea Star Douluo did not move.
He simply stood there quietly, watching the white figure rapidly disappear into the distance, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes.
"Trying to create distance?" he muttered to himself. "Where can you run to at sea?"
He raised his right hand and waved it gently.
The first Yellow Soul Ring lit up.
First Soul Skill: Entanglement.
On the sea surface, countless blue rays of light surged from underwater, transforming into tendril-like energy chains that swept towards Bai Chenxiang!
Bai Chenxiang's pupils contracted slightly, and her figure suddenly changed direction in mid-air! Her body seemed weightless as she weaved through the dense chains, narrowly avoiding Entanglement each time.
Fifth Soul Skill: Wind Wing Cruise, activate!
Her speed suddenly increased, and her Soul Power consumption decreased significantly. Although the chains were dense, they were always a step behind her, and could only chase after her in vain.
Ning Rongrong stood on the shore, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda shining brightly:
" First: Strength! Second: Speed! Third: Soul! Fourth: Defense!"
Four beams of amplifying light landed precisely on Bai Chenxiang.
Bai Chenxiang felt a sudden lightness throughout her body, and her speed increased once again!
Sea Star Douluo raised an eyebrow slightly.
"That's interesting."
He raised his hands, and his Third Soul Ring lit up simultaneously.
Third Soul Skill: Devour.
This time, it was no longer a simple Entanglement. Swirling suction cups began to appear at the tips of the chains, and once attracted by them, they would continuously devour her Soul Power.
Bai Chenxiang's expression changed slightly.
She needs to be more careful.
Her body tumbled rapidly through the air, repeatedly darting past the arcs of electricity and vortexes. Each time was a close call, each time she barely managed to avoid them. Sweat began to bead on her forehead, and her breathing became rapid.
But she didn't stop, nor could she stop.
Sea Star Douluo's brows furrowed slightly.
The girl was faster than he had expected.
He took a deep breath, and his Fourth Soul Ring lit up.
Fourth Soul Skill: Wild Howl.
A visible sound wave emanated from his mouth, spreading out in a fan shape and sweeping towards Bai Chenxiang!
The sound waves covered an extremely wide area, almost blocking all her escape routes!
Bai Chenxiang's pupils suddenly contracted.
There's no escaping it!
She gritted her teeth, Left Arm Soul Bone suddenly lit up!
" Demon Shark Rend!"
A silver-white wind blade shot out from her left arm, slashing towards the oncoming sound wave!
The wind blade collided with the sound wave, exploding with a deafening roar! The shockwave sent Bai Chenxiang flying backward, tumbling several times in the air before she could barely regain her footing.
She gasped for breath, a trickle of blood seeping from the corner of her mouth, then flapped her wings again and continued to soar rapidly through the air.
A hint of surprise flashed in Sea Star Douluo's eyes, and he no longer held back.
The sixth and Seventh Soul Ring lit up simultaneously!
Seventh Soul Skill: Martial Soul Avatar!
Sea Star Douluo's body shone with blue light, and his aura suddenly increased!
Sixth Soul Skill: Spiral Annihilation!
On the sea, a gigantic whirlpool appeared out of nowhere, spinning and rising into the air. The whirlpool possessed a terrifying suction force, threatening to drag Bai Chenxiang into it!
Bai Chenxiang felt a sudden increase in pressure.
The vortex's suction made it difficult for her to maintain her balance, and the density of the chains left her with almost nowhere to escape.
She took a deep breath, and her wings suddenly flapped behind her.
Seventh Soul Skill: Martial Soul Avatar!
Bai Chenxiang's speed increased again, his figure transforming into a white streak of light, passing through the only gap between the vortex and the chains at an unimaginable speed!
That speed was so fast that even Sea Star Douluo couldn't react!
Even with multiple Soul Skill, Sea Star Douluo still found it difficult to control Bai Chenxiang.