Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 2107 Chapter 998: Sect Taoist Soldiers (3)

Even Young Master Mo succeeded in inviting the Sect Leader...

A wave of deep respect and thanks washed over Master Gu for Mo Hua, as he personally led Mo Hua and his friends to the edges of Solitary Mountain City.

Once back at the sect, the Taixu Sect Master mulled over Mo Hua's suggestion.

Mo Hua's plan was undoubtedly solid.

Yet the expenses tied to it were truly steep...

In a flash of insight moments later, he reached out to the sect leaders of Taia Mountain and Mount Chongxu, and the trio talked things through for some time.

Following their chat, the Taixu Sect Master called for Mo Hua:

"I talked with the sect leaders of Taia Mountain and Mount Chongxu..."

Mo Hua's gaze sparkled as he caught on right away, "So the Three Mountains are pooling resources for it?"

The Taixu Sect Master hesitated briefly.

This kid was sharp indeed; from mere hints, Mo Hua had pieced it all together.

"Yes, though it's not quite that straightforward," the Taixu Sect Master explained. "They insist on witnessing the outcomes before committing fully."

With vast amounts of Spirit Stones at stake, caution ruled, and folks preferred to judge with their own eyes.

Mo Hua got the point and nodded, replying: "I understand, Sect Leader. No need to fret."

Thus, the following day, Mo Hua set up a quick practice session.

During this drill, hordes of disciples clad in fresh Taoist Robes and protective gear, gripping matching Spiritual Artifacts, performed maneuvers with crisp, synchronized steps.

They already looked like genuine Taoist Soldiers.

These disciples, once a bit loose in their ways, now grouped into five-man units, piercing the woods like keen "spears," flowing forward and back smoothly while striking with ferocity.

Besides that, certain specialized squads stood out.

For example, five robust body cultivators in heavy armor, hefting shields, stood like five unyielding iron peaks, their presence alone overwhelming.

Another group of five disciples wore wind-attuned Taoist Robes and swift step wind shoes, darting nimbly across the fields.

There were also five sword cultivators in lightweight armor, each brandishing a massive Giant Sword, slashing at anything in their path.

Such Spiritual Artifacts and formations could swap freely.

The armors varied from Gold Armor to Water Armor, Fire Armor, and more...

The paired Spiritual Artifacts included Gold Sword, Wood Sword, Water Sword, Fire Sword, among others.

The sect leaders from Taixu, Taia, and Chongxu watched from the viewing platform, staying quiet for quite a stretch.

The Taixu Sect Master was already in the know.

Still, seeing his own Taixu sect disciples suited in armor, handling Spiritual Artifacts, syncing in formations, and maneuvering in unison left him inwardly stunned.

The Taia and Chongxu sect leaders kept composed exteriors, but shock stirred within them.

As leaders themselves, they grasped the immense challenge of pulling off such an arrangement.

That didn't even touch on the formation expertise, artifact forging skills, or the hefty production costs.

To bind these haughty disciples into groups of five acting as one, following orders without fail—this demanded real effort.

It was almost like forging "Sect Taoist Soldiers"...

Even if these sect Taoist Soldiers were only in their early stages.

And the true power of Taoist Soldiers lay in their combined might overwhelming foes.

In the drill, the disciples showing off were average in talent and skill among the sect, but their teamwork elevated their fighting strength dramatically.

This aspect proved the most chilling.

It meant the sect's disciple forces had achieved a fundamental "shift" in power.

For top-tier battle prowess, they might not match the Four Great Sects yet.

But the foundational strength was rock-solid now.

A subtle but burning hope flickered in all three sect leaders, and they couldn't shake one rising idea:

Did this Sword Discussion Conference truly carry massive potential?

Not long after, the Taia Sect Leader declared:

"Taia Mountain will cover the costs for these items."

"Mount Chongxu will contribute too."

The Taixu Sect Master nodded, pleased with the outcome.

...

Meanwhile, Mo Hua also nodded with contentment.

His master had warned that a standout tree in the woods invites the storm's fury.

To thrive unseen calls for "blending into the woods."

If the woods weren't thick enough for cover, he'd build a sprawling one himself.

Mo Hua looked down at the lines of shining Golden Armor, clanging spears and swords, as Taixu sect disciples showed off their might, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

...

With Spirit Stones secured and Spiritual Artifacts plus formation tools prepared, everything was set.

Mo Hua had inscribed some advanced Formation Patterns onto the Spiritual Artifacts.

The remaining work got help from Inner Gate senior brothers, along with teachers and elders.

In a flurry of activity, preparations wrapped up smoothly.

The Sword Discussion Conference was slated to kick off tomorrow.

Back at the Disciple's Residence.

Mo Hua went over every detail from beginning to end, spotting no big gaps, and at last relaxed.

Tomorrow marked the start of the Sword Discussion.

Taixu Gate would squarely face off against the Four Sects and Eight Gates, Twelve Streams, and even the Qian Learning Hundred Gates.

He could end up joining in.

A bit of tension gripped Mo Hua, but after some thought, he saw little cause for worry—it was merely a bout, after all.

Winning would thrill, losing... well, no lives were on the line.

Mo Hua steadied his nerves and resumed his formation practice.

This was his daily routine.

Regardless of circumstances, nothing would stall his growth in formation arts.

Whenever spare moments arose, even for sketching just one formation or pattern, he'd seize it, diving deep into formation study with focus.

Formations offered no quick paths.

Advancement in formations stemmed from steady, unwavering practice.

And now, with his Divine Thought Core Formation, Mo Hua tackled formations beyond the ordinary.

Things like the Thunder Magnetic Absolute Formation, Reversed Spirit Ultimate Formation, or rebuilding the Four Symbols Green Dragon Formation Diagram using twenty-one patterns—any one would stun onlookers.