Longevity begins with alchemy master

Does Luo Chen have talent in casting?

Actually, a little bit.

After he first obtained the method of refining the Hunyuan Cauldron in Qingdan Valley, he once planned to refine it himself.

Therefore, he spent some time going to Duan Feng to learn basic weapon casting skills.

Duan Feng's art of casting weapons originated from the Duan family.

The Duan family's casting inheritance was obtained from a monk in Tianfan City when the war began.

Although the essence is not yet obtained, the basic theory is still very authentic.

Under Duan Feng's guidance, Luo Chenming understood the so-called art of casting.

If you want to cast a weapon, you must first be proficient in the characteristics of various mineral materials and the corresponding processing techniques. Secondly, you must control the temperature of the fire. The last and most important point is the mastery of formations.

Each of these three points is not difficult and can be mastered with a little dabbling.

Even if it is a formation that requires the most talent, low-level formations are not difficult for Jindan monks.

But if the three are combined together, the difficulty will increase several times or even dozens of times.

When Luo Chen first asked for advice, he tried to refine some basic magic weapons under Duan Feng's guidance. Because of the urgency of the war to open up the Xiaoyue Mountains, he failed to refine even a low-grade magic weapon in the end.

But even so, Duan Feng once praised Luo Chen for his talent in casting.

The reason for this is that in addition to Duan Feng's compliment, Luo Chen's own understanding of the properties of various mineral materials is also real.

Because making alchemy involves not just using herbs and medicinal materials.

Many times, the properties of metal and stone are also used in alchemy.

For example, Luo Chen's early chalcedony pills used Huan jade as the main material. Later, when he refined the Jade Dew Pills, the three main materials included blue smoke jade, and so on.

In order to improve his alchemy skills, Luo Chen has always had a good knowledge of various mineral materials.

That blue smoke jade is a second-level mineral material. When making elixirs, you only need to extract the jade smoke. However, if this jade is used to refine a magic weapon, the jade smoke will be useless and will affect the stability of the magic weapon.

If you do the opposite, you will be able to control the characteristics of this jade.

In addition, Luo Chen has been reading books in his spare time for hundreds of years. He has mastered everything from secret books on martial arts, knowledge about mountains and seas, customs, grass, rocks and trees, and he will accept all comers.

It can be said that it is not difficult for him to understand the characteristics of various mineral materials.

In particular, he himself did not want to become a master of casting. If he just wanted to understand the mineral materials required for a certain magic weapon, he could spend more time on targeted remedies.

Of course, skills related to casting techniques also need to be mastered.

Luo Chen never worried about proficiency!

The second point is that the heat of the caster controls this aspect.

For ordinary people, it may be extremely difficult.

But for Luo Chen, it was the easiest thing. When it came to controlling the heat, he said he was second. There were very few among his peers who dared to claim the first place.

Whether it was years of alchemy refining, learning fire techniques, or studying the Tianhuang Nirvana Sutra, his control of flames has reached an extraordinary level.

It can be said that the biggest problem restricting Luo Chen's casting is the formation.

And this problem is not only restricting Luo Chen, it is also restricting many low-level casters.

Without him, the formation would be too complicated.

From the understanding of Feng Shui and geography to the engraving of formation restrictions, everything affects the power of the formation.

If you don't have the talent for formation, you won't be able to go far at all.

Therefore, many low-level casters will invite formation masters who are familiar with them when casting the magical weapon, and ask them to help carve the magic circle on the initially formed magic weapon.

Even saying that it is not just low-level casters!

Even some of the top caster masters have to invite others when they encounter a formation that they are not good at.

For example, when Tian Yezi cast the Hunyuan Cauldron for Luo Chen, he invited Han Zhan and Qingshuang Demon Emperor to carve the formation together. Although there was an intention to spy on Qingshuang Demon Emperor's space formation, it was also related to Tian Yezi's lack of proficiency in space formation.

The relationship between the caster and the formation master is roughly the same as the relationship between the alchemist, the spiritual planter, and the herb gatherer, or even closer!

Regarding the constraint of formation, Luo Chen didn't have much confidence at the beginning.

Even with the guidance of Min Longyu and Fu Jiusheng, he was just a beginner, and the formations he arranged could not reach the level of elegance.

But after arriving in Beihai, he consciously asked Han Zhan for advice.

In conjunction with the proficiency panel.

In the past twenty years, even if his formation method cannot be said to be a success, he has achieved some success.

The first-level and second-level formations can be picked up at your fingertips, and the third-level formation can also be arranged with sufficient preparation.

He realized that with his current accumulation, it shouldn't be difficult to personally refine a defensive magic weapon of his own.

This is one of the reasons why he has the confidence to do it himself without relying on the help of others.

The weapons you make yourself are the only ones you can use!

However, as Luo Chen studied more and more deeply the weapon refining methods recorded on the iron slips, his brows furrowed more and more tightly, almost knitting together.

Han Zhan had been paying attention to Luo Chen's progress, and naturally noticed the subconscious changes in his expression.

When Luo Chen put down the iron slip to rest, he couldn't help but ask: What's wrong?

Luo Chen asked uncertainly, Senior, do you know the method of refining weapons from ancient times?

Han Zhan was stunned for a moment, and then replied: I have some understanding. The mainstream of today's weapon refining is famous for its exquisiteness and mystery, but the ancient method respects nature, simplicity and simplicity. To put it more vividly... let me give you an analogy!

I'll give you the toughest bull head of a hammer bull demon, and let you make a skull-crushing hammer magic weapon. You can use it in the ancient way, that is, dig out the flesh and blood, fill it with gold and stone, arrange the formation, and use a skull-crushing hammer. Just hammer it. And the current mainstream method of refining weapons is most likely to remove the impurities, take the essence, boil it into a liquid, fill it with various powerful materials that can increase the strength of the hammer, shape it with a mold, and finally engrave the magic circle. I just got a powerful skull-crushing hammer.”

The former is simple and crude, and the control is straightforward. The latter is exquisite and mysterious. Not only is its power more powerful, but the monks can also control it more easily. Because the added materials will also have some special things that are adapted to the monks' magic power and spiritual consciousness. .”

Of course, that doesn't mean that the methods of the older generation have no merit. At least, simplicity is not just a derogatory term. It also means that it is easy to refine. As long as the materials are available, weapons can be made in a short time.

Han Zhan used his own knowledge to roughly distinguish the differences between the weapon refining methods of the two eras with Luo Chen.

Generally speaking, there is a trend of refinement and continuous improvement.

but!

Why are you asking about the method of refining weapons before ancient times?

They are modern people, and their various skills and even their practice theories have been iterated and updated countless times.

Could it be?

Could it be that what is recorded on your iron slip is the refining method of ancient magic weapons? But I took a quick glance at it before, and it is also very complicated. At first glance, it is the method of modern people!

Luo Chen smiled bitterly and said: Senior is certainly not wrong, this is indeed the method of modern people. However, the method above is a combination of modern and ancient methods. It not only means to introduce the old and bring out the new, but also retains some of the advantages of ancient people's casting.

Isn't this a good thing?

But the difficulty of refining it is beyond my expectation!

It was rare that Luo Chen did not maintain his usual demeanor and cursed.

Next, during Luo Chen's explanation, Han Zhan finally understood why Luo Chen was so angry.

The method on the iron slips is based on the selection of materials, adhering to the advantages of the ancients, and must be top-notch!

As for the auxiliary materials, intensive cultivation was used to replenish a lot of ores, some of which Luo Chen had never heard of.

Especially the formation!

What is used on it is not the third-level formation used by ordinary magic weapons at all, but a fourth-level formation called Liangyi Liujia Formation!

After explaining, Luo Chen said in a slightly low voice: I don't know if Yu Gao is deliberately trying to trick me. Even if the master caster comes, he may not be able to practice this kind of technique.

Then do you want to practice? Han Zhan asked.

Luo Chen gritted his teeth and said: Refining! Why not practice! My main material is the demon emperor's slough. Isn't it perfect for the requirements of the best main material in the sect. As for other difficulties, I will overcome them one by one.

Han Zhan opened his mouth, but seeing Luo Chen's determined look on his face, he did not say any words of persuasion.

There are some things where you can't look back until you hit the wall.

I'm afraid that the bamboo basket will be empty by then. Luo Chen can withstand such failure!

…

Obviously, there is no reason to give up halfway when Luo Chen decides.

With both the materials and the method, he was not willing to give up so easily.

The so-called problems are solved one by one!

And now, there was just such an opportunity for him to solve most of the problems.

Feileng City Auction Conference was held as scheduled at the beginning of winter.

Over the bustling Feileng City, streaks of escaping light flew from all directions like mayflies, and then flew into the most conspicuous and tallest palace in Feileng City.

Countless low-level monks below looked up, their eyes full of envy and respect.

They all know that those who can participate in this top event are all strong people with foundation building and above.

There might even be old monsters from the Nascent Soul stage inside!

And among these escaping lights, Luo Chen was also among them.

As soon as his magic power was withdrawn, Luo Chen's footsteps stopped at the door of the tall palace.

【Lenggong】

This name is not very auspicious! Luo Chen muttered and walked up to the two golden elixir monks guarding the door.

Perhaps because there were so many attendees today, the two Jindan monks responsible for checking the qualifications to enter the venue no longer had too many smiles on their faces.

However, after seeing Luo Chen reveal his golden elixir level spiritual pressure, he still managed to squeeze out a smile.

Fellow Taoist, please present your invitation.

Luo Chen asked: If I am a casual cultivator, can I enter without an invitation?

One of the Jindan monks replied: Of course you can enter, but there are no specially arranged seats, so you have to go to the casual cultivator seats. In addition, before the auction begins, you have to go to the side hall behind Leng Palace to conduct the capital verification process.

Capital verification?

Luo Chen was startled, and then he realized what the other party meant.

If there is an invitation, it means that it has been recognized by the organizer and your financial resources. In this way, if you want to forcefully bid for certain treasures at the auction, you won't be fooled.

If there is no invitation, then you have to rely on your serious savings to show your financial resources.

Otherwise, if someone takes advantage of the situation and bids randomly at the auction, even if the organizer holds them accountable afterwards, the chaos at the auction cannot be undone.

If word got out, it would be a big joke.

It seems that this auction is very formal!

Luo Chen thought for a while and took out an invitation from the storage ring.

The color of the skin is clear black and white.

Seeing this scene, the golden elixir monk guarding the door flashed with surprise in his eyes.

It turns out that he is a distinguished guest of Tianyuan Tower. Fellow Taoist, please come here. After entering, you will be greeted by a dedicated maid.

Luo Chen nodded and stepped straight into a brightly lit passage.

He did not use the gold-plated invitation sent by Wu Qituo Feiyan Caravan, but used the ordinary Tianyuan Building VIP invitation from Shan Shubao.

The latter also proves that he has considerable financial resources.

After all, those who can become a distinguished guest at the Tianyuan Building, a subsidiary of the Tianyuan Merchant Alliance, will have no shortage of assets.

After he entered the passage, he saw two rows of neatly standing women, all of whom were in the late stage of Qi refining.

In terms of beauty, none of these women are weaker than Gu Caiyi and Cheng Haixin.

What is missing is just the temperament.

In other words, there are very few extremely ugly people in the world of immortality.

Under the influence of spiritual energy, it is extremely simple to perform the simple I Ching to cut the marrow and achieve fair skin and beautiful appearance.

Unless the monk doesn't care about taking care of his appearance, or he has practiced some magical skills, such as Luo Chen, it will lead to changes in skin color, appearance, limbs and facial features.

After Luo Chen entered, a maid immediately took the initiative to greet him.

My little girl A Qing, Master, please come this way.

The maid has bright eyes, white teeth, and a smile like a flower.

When he was giving guidance, he already subconsciously wanted to hold Luo Chen's arm.

Luo Chen glanced at her, and the other party immediately stopped her movements knowingly and generously led the way.

After a while, the light became lower and lower, and Luo Chen entered a slightly dark box.

The area is not large, but the interior is well-equipped.

Tables, chairs, soft couches, tea sets and wine cups, flower arrangements, bonsais, books, stickers, calligraphy and paintings are all available.

Luo Chen glanced briefly, and then his attention fell on the scenery outside the box.

His location seemed to be on the second floor, overlooking the auction hall below.

At this moment, it was dark and silent below.

But after the consciousness was slightly dispersed, it was known that there were already over ten thousand people below, and it was extremely noisy.

“The soundproofing measures in the private room are very good.”

Luo Chen nodded secretly and looked up again.

The first floor is for ordinary foundation building and a large number of casual cultivators.

The second floor is for ordinary golden elixir monks and some foundation-building monks who represent the golden elixir forces.

The third floor is prepared for those forces related to the organizer, or the golden elixir monks who have been specially invited.

When Luo Chen came, he only used the VIP invitation from Tianyuan Tower.

If he had an invitation directly issued by the Tianyuan Merchant Alliance, or the Mo Luo Flow invitation sent by Wu Qi, he should be able to go to the third floor.

As for the fourth floor...

Luo Chen shook his head, his gaze not lingering for even a second.

Turning around, the maid Ah Qing had already brought over a thick list of books.

Master, there are many lots in the auction. These are the list of lots. If you are interested in something, you can pay attention in advance when the auction will begin. You can also give me a few words and I will remind you when the time comes.

In addition, because some sellers arrived late, new lots have been added. Your previous invitations may not have these new lots. You can also check them out to see if you are interested.

Master, tea or wine? We have prepared thirteen kinds of spiritual teas, seven kinds of fine wines, as well as melon and fruit snacks...

Luo Chen waved his hand, Just water, no need for anything else.

These meticulous services and special treatment are not available to those who come to the casual cultivator seats.

Especially for the new auction items added to the list, the casual cultivators were not prepared in advance and spent their funds elsewhere, so they were unable to participate in the auction.

I wonder what benefits the monks on the third floor enjoy?

Luo Chen thought about one thing after another, and then opened the thick list book.

The names of various auction items come into view, accompanied by more detailed introductions.

The place of origin, characteristics, scope of application, starting price, transaction conditions...even some items are specially marked with the identity of the seller.

Luo Chen looked quickly but carefully.

Because this time, he not only wanted to take pictures of the medicinal materials related to Jieyingdan, but also collected materials related to defensive magic weapons.

Just those common and widely circulated auxiliary materials.

He didn't want to let go of some important and scarce materials.

Just when Luo Chen was browsing ten lines at a glance, a message suddenly came from his mind.

Luo Chen, take a picture of that piece of soul-nurturing wood for me!

Luo Chen looked calm and waved his hand to the maid to go out.

After the room quieted down, he turned the book back to the previous page.

Information about one of the lots came into view.

[Soul-nurturing Wood: Three thousand years old, about an inch in size. It comes from the Sunken Sea and is contaminated by bad luck. Compared to similar soul-nourishing trees, its quality is low. Suitable for making soul magic weapons. Starting price: 200,000 spirit stones. If there are those who meet the seller's special conditions, the transaction can be made as appropriate. 】

Luo Chen read the simple line of information very carefully.

Senior, do you want it?

Han Zhan, who left the Ten Thousand Souls Banner and resided in Luo Chen's natal magic weapon Hunyuan Cauldron, replied with a hint of excitement: I want it, this thing may help me regain some of my strength.

Luo Chen spread the book, I'm afraid it's not that easy to get such a treasure!

In the box, a red-faced Taoist dressed in black spoke in a calm tone.