Chapter 520

Chapter 1668: Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact

“What does that mean?” Nie Chen asked, puzzled.

“Nie Chen, you should know that artifact refiners are classified from one to nine stars, and the magical artifacts they forge are similarly classified from one to nine stars.”

“A three-star artifact can be called an Immortal Artifact, and a six-star artifact can be called an Emperor Artifact.”

“A nine-star artifact is the highest level, also known as a Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact.”

“The Sky-Slaying Sword in your hand is currently a six-star artifact, an Emperor-level magical artifact!”

Xuan Yuan Changtian said, his gaze falling once again upon the Sky-Slaying Sword.

“Nine-star artifact? Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact?” Nie Chen was somewhat surprised; it was the first time he had heard of this classification.

“Indeed,” Xuan Yuan Changtian replied. “Artifacts that reach the nine-star level typically have nine opportunities for transformation. Each successful transformation enhances their power, until the ninth successful transformation, when they reach their peak, becoming what is known as a Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact!”

“The Sky-Slaying Sword is currently at the six-star level. By rights, it could undergo three more transformations to become a Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact.”

“However, it is quite special. It inherently possesses nine opportunities for transformation. If it reaches the nine-star level, it will be a natural Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact, without needing to undergo nine subsequent transformations.”

Listening to Xuan Yuan Changtian, Nie Chen lowered his head and looked at the Sky-Slaying Sword.

“Senior Xuan Yuan, is this Sky-Slaying Sword truly that powerful?”

“Its grade shouldn't be very high, should it? It doesn't seem particularly special either,” Nie Chen said, bewildered.

Xuan Yuan Changtian glanced at Nie Chen and said, “What do you think? If it weren't so powerful, would I have kept it for you? I would have tossed it aside long ago.”

“This Sky-Slaying Sword is only at the six-star level now, so its power is just so-so. But its inherent ability to undergo nine transformations is extremely rare. Many nine-star artifacts, many Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifacts, started as only seven- or eight-star artifacts. To reach the nine-star level, they need to undergo continuous transformation and improvement.”

“Whereas the Sky-Slaying Sword, as long as it can reach the nine-star level, will be a peak Nine Tribulation Emperor Artifact!”

“Do you understand the difference?”

Nie Chen nodded.

“Senior, how can this Sky-Slaying Sword be upgraded?” Nie Chen asked.

Xuan Yuan Changtian replied, “To upgrade the Sky-Slaying Sword, it needs to absorb a vast amount of energy. The more energy it absorbs, the faster its grade will improve. Currently, the Sky-Slaying Sword's grade is six stars. If it absorbs enough powerful energy, it might be able to advance to seven, eight, or even nine stars.”

“The Sky-Slaying Sword's limit is the nine-star level, and the energy it can absorb is limitless.”

“So, the more energy I absorb, the higher its grade can improve?” Nie Chen asked.

“That's roughly it,” Xuan Yuan Changtian said. “However, this Sky-Slaying Sword is quite special. The energy it absorbs will also integrate into your body, causing you to improve yourself.”

“In other words, upgrading the Sky-Slaying Sword is equivalent to upgrading yourself. Every upgrade of the Sky-Slaying Sword will be a significant personal improvement for you!”

Nie Chen's face lit up with joy. This was an unexpected bonus; he had thought he would only be upgrading the Sky-Slaying Sword, but he hadn't realized it could also enhance himself.

Xuan Yuan Changtian continued, “Do you think I'd give you this sword for no reason? This sword has immense value for you, and for me, its value is considerable as well.”

“When I give you this sword, and you improve its grade, I also benefit.”

“So, this sword benefits both you and me.”

After Xuan Yuan Changtian finished speaking, Nie Chen looked surprised. Upgrading the Sky-Slaying Sword would benefit Xuan Yuan Changtian too?

“Senior Xuan Yuan, why would you also benefit from upgrading the Sky-Slaying Sword?”

Xuan Yuan Changtian explained, “Every upgrade of the Sky-Slaying Sword is a significant improvement for you, and simultaneously, it's an acknowledgment of the sword itself. I am one with it; when it is acknowledged, I naturally also benefit.”

“You can think of this Sky-Slaying Sword as my clone.”

“When my clone is upgraded, my main body will naturally also be upgraded!”

Nie Chen was stunned. Xuan Yuan Changtian could actually refine a sword into a clone? This artifact refining skill was too incredible!

“Senior Xuan Yuan, where do I need to find a large amount of powerful energy?”

Xuan Yuan Changtian smiled slightly and said, “You don't need to worry about that. I have my own methods. You just need to do your best to find powerful energy and refine the Sky-Slaying Sword, and I guarantee you'll definitely be able to reach the nine-star level.”

“Alright then, I will do my best to find powerful energy.” Nie Chen replied.

Xuan Yuan Changtian laughed, “Excellent, excellent. Now, follow me. I will help you improve your strength so you can better seek out powerful energy.”

“Thank you, Senior,” Nie Chen said, delighted. If Xuan Yuan Changtian was willing to help him improve his strength, wouldn't he be able to find powerful energy even faster?

Xuan Yuan Changtian then led Nie Chen away from that place, flying in a certain direction.