After making sure the boar was truly dead, dai yaun proceed to drag the boar's body towards the still body of the dark python, by now the tingling sensation from his chest has become more intense and his chest felt like burning hot iron.
As he approached the python, he suddenly come to a halt, as memories different from before stirred, the memories felt ancient and new filled with vigour.
Tesk!!
Dai yaun suddenly clicked his tongue in wonder, as astonishment from how perverse the shamanic rune scripture is. From the memory dai yaun understand that he can actively cultivate by refining the blood of beast, there by raising his cultivation level and speed.
This ritual art and inheritance felt demonic and domineering to him, as one of the most abundant resources according to the scripture is definitely beast and monster blood. And with these cheat like scripture his path to cultivation would be not slow but terrifying.
The refinement was different from the previous one, as this is not a ritual of chanting or arrays of dancing strangely to any shamanic rites. It is an act of pure will.
As the memories of the beast refinement section disappeared from his head, Dai Yuan knelt between the two corpses, he brought them together and placed his bloodied hands against their hides. He closed his eyes.
The rune on his chest begin pulsing in strange rhythm and order, heat surged outward, invisible to the naked eyes.
Placing both hand on the body of the The Ironclad Dark Python, dai yaun could feel subtle movement from inside the beast body, as something threaten to burst fort out of it armored body, suddenly its massive body shuddered, The beasts' blood began to steam, then glow faintly, threads of essence lifting from flesh and bone as though drawn by an unseen force.
Then it began to collapse inward, scales dulling, flesh crumbling into fine gray ash. The essence did not form a new rune. Instead, it flowed inward, dispersing through Dai Yuan's limbs, sinking into bone and marrow.
As the blood essence from the beast body flow into his veins and limbs, dai yaun's body shuddered from the sudden burst of intense pains, his bones ached, then screamed, invisible fractures forming and mending themselves in rapid succession.
Dai Yuan clenched his jaw, refusing to cry out, sweat pouring down his face as his skeleton underwent its first true transformation.
'Bone transformation.'
The Crimson Scale Iron-Tusk Boar followed.
Its essence surged like a tidal wave, reinforcing what the python had begun. Strength layered upon strength, density upon density, until Dai Yuan felt as though his body might tear itself apart.
Then it settled, the pressure condensed, locking into place with a sensation like tempered steel cooling after the forge.
Dai Yuan gasped, lungs dragging in air as the pain receded.
He remained kneeling for a long time, trembling—not from weakness, but from adaptation.
When he finally rose, the world felt different, Heavier, Sharper and More real.
Dai Yuan clenched his fist.
The sound of bone shifting beneath skin was deeper now, denser. His stance felt rooted, as though his feet were stabbed into the earth itself.
He had successfully crossed a threshold going from a non cultivator to a mortal stage cultivator.
Bone Transformation Realm — Early Stage.
The Bone Transformation Realm represents the foundational stage of cultivation, marking the practitioner's initial foray into harnessing and refining their inner energy within the very framework of their body. This realm focuses intensely on the metamorphosis of the bones, the sturdy pillars that support and channel one's vitality and strength.
Practitioners must undergo a rigorous process of transforming their bones nine distinct times, systematically reshaping and strengthening them to withstand greater power and cultivation demands:
The first stage or the minor bone transformation focuses on the bones of the legs, pelvis, and lower spine. Similar to the head, these bones undergo three cycles of breaking and regeneration. With each crack, the practitioner feels waves of pain as the structure reshapes, pushing their physical endurance to new heights. The lower body transformations enhance stability, mobility, and physical power, grounding the cultivator's spiritual energy firmly. By the third regeneration, the legs and pelvis gain the strength to bear extraordinary force and speed, essential for long-term cultivation progress.
The second stage or mid stage deals with the bones of the chest, arms, and upper spine. The bone cracking here is accompanied by bursts of pure spiritual energy flowing through the upper torso, signifying the integration of raw power with refined structure. Each time the bones reform, they grow thicker and more resilient, enabling the cultivator to project and control energy more effectively. The enhanced upper body strength also facilitates better energy conduction to the arms and hands, vital for martial techniques and energy manipulation.
The the final stages or peak stage of transformations centers on the skull and cranial structure. Each session begins with intense pressure emanating from within, causing the bones of the head to crack audibly. This painful fracturing is necessary to dissolve old, brittle bone material so it can regenerate denser, more resilient structures. After each fracture, the bones mend themselves, becoming stronger and more capable of containing the burgeoning spiritual energy. These repeated transformations increase the cultivator's mental acuity and spiritual perception, preparing the mind for higher levels of control.
After completing the third transformation in each section, the cultivator attains the peak of the Bone Transformation Realm. At this apex, their skeletal system is akin to an impenetrable fortress, perfectly attuned to channel spirit energy without leakage or weakness. The body's bones emit a faint radiant aura, symbolizing their newfound purity and strength. This achievement marks the true beginning of a cultivator's journey, as their solidified foundation now allows for the unlocking of more profound spiritual realms and powers ahead.
As the pain receded, dai yaun sank to one knee,deep inside him, a profound change was going through his body. He felt his bones stir, deep within, as if awakening from a deep, dormant slumber. The rune on his chest flaring brightly, pulsing with a rhythm that seemed tied to the very heartbeat of his existence. His breath came heavy, beads of sweat tracing lines down his face as he clenched his fists, feeling the twice-transformation coursing through him.
The bones in his limbs crackled and shifted with a symphony of fractures and reconstruction, growing denser, tougher, impervious to ordinary harm. A faint glow emanated from beneath his skin, a pale iridescence that signified the deep change happening inside.
As the tumult within reached its peak, Dai Yuan released a long, steady breath, the second stage of bone transformation sealing like cooled steel. He felt his senses sharpen his sight piercing through the night with newfound clarity, and his hearing attuned to the faintest rustle in the forest.
"I have crossed the second threshold," he whispered to himself, voice hoarse but filled with resolute strength.
As the transformation settled, he flexed his hands deliberately, sensing the newfound strength coursing through his muscles. His bones felt unbreakable, yet light as silk. He blinked, and realized his eyes perceived colors more vividly, details sharper than before. Sounds from far off reached his ears clearer, and the subtle scent of blooming flowers nearby was now unmistakably sweet.
The physical enhancements were undeniable: muscles tightened with raw power, movements steadier, more precise, and an aura of silent dominance surrounded him.
Without hesitation, Dai Yuan rose to his feet gathering his belongings with practiced efficiency. The road ahead was long, and every step of his cultivation journey demanded sacrifice and relentless forward motion.
He was still far from the Northern Mainland, and the lands between the Desolate Mainland and his destination were rumored to be dangerous, filled with savage beasts and potentially hostile wanderers. His lack of cultivation meant he was vulnerable, and his unusual size, while granting him strength, also made him conspicuous, an easy target for those seeking prey or opportunity.
But with the new found strength brought by new cultivation realm, serve as a lighthouse for him in these chaos hell of a jungle, Dai Yuan felt an overwhelming surge of confidence following the breakthrough in his cultivation realm. It has brought a significant increase in his his physical strength and also sharpened his senses and reaction time, giving him a decisive edge over potential adversaries. With his newfound abilities, he could now manipulate elemental forces with greater precision and withstand attacks that would have previously overwhelmed him. It was only now that Dai Yuan become certain that his survival in the dangerous world of cultivation would be far more assured.
Packing his sparse possessions, he cast one final glance at the cleared campsite the resting place of the ironclad python and crimson scaled boar silent witnesses to his transformation. With a firm nod, Dai Yuan set his gaze forward and continued.