Monster Chronicles: My Daoist Skill Comes from Mythology
Chapter 77: Water Technique Refining Technique, Flipping Altar Ancestor Appears!

Chapter 77: Chapter 77: Water Technique Refining Technique, Flipping Altar Ancestor Appears!

"Let them come over."

Before long, several figures streaked through the sky in rays of tunneling light.

Leading them was a woman adorned in a phoenix crown and embroidered robes. This was Lady Luo God, also known as Marquis Xiaogan, a Water God from the Dongting Lake Water System, often revered for saving drowning travelers.

Another figure was entirely covered in glimmering green fish scales, resembling a giant catfish.

There were also two other figures dressed in official robes, respectfully bowing—Ancestor Spirits.

"Lady Luo greets the East Mountain King!"

The woman gracefully curtsied.

Those behind her followed suit and bowed in unison.

After a brief exchange to understand everyone’s abilities, the two Ancestor Spirits were dismissed as unremarkable, relying entirely on their family’s worship to sustain their existence.

The Copper God, a spirit of ponds, wasn’t particularly powerful and was classified as an Evil God. It was notorious for turning ponds green, with villagers often hearing tolling bells resonating from the water whenever the Copper God appeared.

"I am the Divine of Divided Water in the Wanquan River, adept at using Water Techniques and Water Summoning Techniques," she declared.

Every creature within the water could potentially be enlightened into becoming a demon under her influence.

And as for her Water Technique? It was fascinating.

Lady Luo retrieved a vase, pulled out a willow branch within, and flicked water droplets into the air.

Whoosh!

The water droplets transformed into flames.

She flicked again.

The droplets turned into a roaring demon wind.

With another flick of the willow branch, the rainwater transformed into mist. When the mist clung to one’s body, it brought a surprising sense of serenity and delight.

"This is...?"

"This is a Water Technique. All you need is to refine a single mouthful of dharma water, and you can unleash spells through it."

The threshold to refine dharma water was incredibly low. Once refined, the water could serve as a medium to cast spells, eliminating the need to draw talismans or take the Gang Steps, greatly reducing the cost and effort required in learning spells.

"All spells?" Song Lin asked in astonishment.

"It depends on the individual’s strength. Refining dharma water consumes True Qi and mana. If one lacks these, the dharma water produced will be of lower quality and thus unable to cast powerful spells."

Dharma water acted like an enhanced artificial True Qi. By worshipping divinities and communicating with Heaven and Earth, one could imbue the water with celestial energy and True Qi.

Lady Luo demonstrated how the Water Technique worked. To refine dharma water, it was necessary to worship a Grandmaster Deity. She designated herself as that Grandmaster.

In doing so, she retained control over her followers’ dharma water. With just a thought, she could destroy it instantly.

"Can it be used for refining soldiers?" Song Lin inquired, a thought striking him.

"In theory, once you refine a spell, it can be used with any spell," Lady Luo replied.

"Very well. Since you’ve come to pledge allegiance, I will not treat you poorly. Lady Luo, you are appointed the Refining Soldiers Altar Master, in charge of refining soldiers with dharma water. Copper God will serve as the Good and Evil Altar Master, rewarding the virtuous and punishing evil to maintain underworld order. Ancestor Spirit Su Shuang will oversee the Day and Night Altar, while Hann Jie will manage the Monitoring Altar."

Song Lin quickly assigned roles to everyone.

Thus, the team became complete.

Currently, most of East Mountain was in his grasp, with around twenty thousand followers.

Adding the forces brought by the families pledging allegiance, they now had 2,100 Rampant Soldiers and 2,000 mortal troops. Capturing East Mountain County was practically assured, and afterward, it would be time to deal with General Shanli’s forces.

Three days later.

Inside the county government’s main hall.

The East Mountain Lord’s faction had seized the county. The county magistrate surrendered, hanging up his official seal, and all of General Shanli’s stationed officers were annihilated.

In the Yin Soil.

Core members like Yuann Hong, Xi Fang, Copper God Luo, Su Shuang, and Hann Jie gathered.

"My lord, it’s time we either supported a faction or joined a major power."

While wars raged in the Mortal World, the underworld underwent a reshuffling. The strongest sects could even become the nation’s official religion, while Gods who sided with the eventual victor could secure a position as regional underworld lords.

Of course, failure would result in a miserable death.

"What are your recommendations?"

"I suggest joining a major power. Governor Chen Xiong of Jing State is a good candidate. He rules an entire state with fierce authority, capable of either vying for supremacy or firmly holding his domain," advised Hann Jie.

"Too many are already flocking to Jingzhou Governor’s banner. Besides, he already has King Ann Liu. Latecomers like us would only be allowed to sip the leftover soup, and we’d still have to endure being slighted," Xi Fang retorted.

"I think supporting a newcomer would be better," Lady Luo proposed.

Starting with a capable team, taking over a few counties first—they could use these assets to negotiate a better position, even if the tide turned against them.

"Impossible. The current political landscape is clear. The next phase will be an even more brutal struggle. All factions are tightening internal ranks, and we, as minor kings, will be the first targets for suppression."

The world was filled with ambitious contenders for power. Observant individuals could see it clearly: in the North were Huang Cao and the Yuan Family brothers; in the South were Jingzhou Governor, the Xiang family, and Xuzhou Governor. These were the most likely kings to contend for the throne.

Everyone else stood no chance.

"I agree with Lady Luo’s suggestion. Let’s take down General Shanli first and then decide on someone afterward."

Song Lin’s ultimate goal was to unify the land—remaining a mere underworld vassal was out of the question.

Taking advantage of General Shanli’s delayed response, Song Lin ordered his followers to swiftly establish temples across East Mountain County.

Three days later.

At what was now the East Mountain Temple in place of the county government.

Inside the main hall, over twenty pitch-black Soldier and Horse Altars stood, their mouths sealed with yellow talismans.

Song Lin, now in physical form, held a bowl of clear water. He took a sip and sprayed it onto one of the Soldier and Horse Altars ahead.

"Receive the spell and Taoist Skill! Appear at my altar!"

Whoosh!

The Yin Wind howled, and dark mists surged.

Rampant Soldiers emerged from the Black Altars.

"Greetings, Dharma Master!"

"Excellent."

Song Lin’s eyes glinted with barely concealed excitement.

Indeed, the combination of the Water Technique and Rampant Soldiers was a perfect match.

For simple spellcasting or healing, every sect already had their own talisman water techniques.

However, combining this with the Rampant Soldier Technique significantly simplified the process of refining Rampant Soldiers. It bypassed the complex steps and rituals, making it possible for even a lowly fetal-breathing temple priest to craft Rampant Soldiers.

"Truly a divine skill!"

Even the high sages of the Mei Mountain Jungle would be envious upon witnessing this technique.

If the Soldier Formation Map added wings to a tiger, this method directly granted divine assistance.

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"Spread the word. Order all temple priests to focus on mastering Water Technique Refining! Additionally, going forward, the internal East Mountain Temple title shall be ’Flipping Altar Ancestor.’ Ensure the water refining rituals dedicate prayers to this divine title!"

The process of refining dharma water required divine worship. Using East Mountain Lord as the title streamlined changes to rituals and prayer plaques in the future.

"Understood!"

"Wait, take this to Lady Luo. Have her find a way to dispel its resentment."

Song Lin manifested a red umbrella and handed it to Xi Fang.

This was Gum Qingfeng’s Magic Artifact containing a Qi Refinement Ghost. He wanted to see if it could be tamed.

...

"How dare they! Killing my people so brazenly! Gather the army and march on East Mountain! Let them taste my wrath!"

A furious roar echoed from the Dragon Palace beneath the Wanquan River.

The river waters surged fiercely, drowning countless people along the shore.

In the depths of the Dragon Palace, on a coral Dragon Chair, sat a general adorned in golden armor with the head of a water buffalo.

This was none other than General Shanli.

Upon receiving his orders, the Dragon Palace’s shrimp soldiers and crab generals mobilized as one.

As he observed the thousand soldiers assembled before him, General Shanli nodded in satisfaction.

Just as he was about to issue an attack, one of his subordinates rushed in panic.

"Bad news, General! A group of men has torn down your temple!"

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