Chapter 161 - 160: Starlight Eagle

Chapter 161: Chapter 160: Starlight Eagle

"The next step is fusing with the Sky Spirit."

For a Star Druid, the steps to fuse with a Sky Spirit were similar to fusing with a Beast Spirit, but the specific process had its differences. He cleared his mind, communicated with nature, and channeled the Power of Stars.

BUZZ.

In his sea of consciousness, the Nebula Mark lit up. Dazzling starlight cascaded from the sky, connecting with him. In an instant, Han Ning’s vision elevated infinitely, as if he were suspended above the very sky.

In the dim environment, countless slender rays of light—composed of starlight in varying colors—lit up, converging into three creatures of different forms. Compared to the Earth Beast Spirits, the number of Sky Spirits available for selection was much smaller.

The first starlight shadow exuded a fiery aura. Its physique was sleek and vigorous, boasting an astonishing wingspan. Silver Starfire burned along the edges of its feathers, while its sharp beak and talons gleamed with a chilling light.

The second starlight shadow carried a profound aura. It was a bird of prey resembling an eagle, with broad, thick wings. Its feathers were as pitch-black as the night sky, dotted with countless tiny blue motes of light. Its distant gaze seemed capable of seeing through everything. With a flap of its wings, the surrounding storms immediately ceased, stirring the heavens and displaying an impressive ability to control Energy.

The third shadow gave off an agile and swift feeling. It was also the most petite among the three starlight shadows. Its feathers were a flowing silvery-white, as if condensed directly from moonlight and starlight. Its posture was elegant; when it flapped its wings, imperceptible silver ripples formed around its body. Wherever the ripples passed, the raindrops rippled in turn, and all sound between heaven and earth vanished. As its beak opened and closed, an invisible sonic wave capable of piercing the soul seemed to be brewing. Clearly, this was an avian Flying Spirit highly proficient in speed and Spirit.

"Silver Flame Eagle, Starlight Eagle, Illusory Sound Falcon..."

Han Ning’s Spirit swept across the three starlight shadows. The Level Cap for all three of these birds of prey was Level 30, making them evident overlords of this region.

"The first one is equivalent to a Molten Gold Battle Tiger without a Mental Power Talent. It leans more toward physical strength and is the slowest," Han Ning pondered.

"The second one leans toward controlling Energy. It has strong insight capabilities and moderate speed.

"The third one excels in Spirit Attacks and is the fastest, but its offensive capabilities aren’t as strong in comparison. Besides, when facing Black Tide Monsters, it’s best to use Spirit Attacks as Support. If used as the main offense... their power is a bit weak.

"I currently lack investigative methods, so the second option suits me better. Plus, it can control storms.

"You’re the one!"

After some thought, Han Ning made his decision and chose the second Flying Spirit. He focused his mind, communicating with the Nebula Mark in his sea of consciousness, and transformed his will into an invisible traction, casting it toward the second starlight shadow.

SCREECH!

A long, piercing cry that tore through the sky exploded within Han Ning’s Spiritual World. Simultaneously, a berserk spiritual will surged into his brain.

However, the expected pain did not last long. Deep within Han Ning’s sea of consciousness, the Nebula Mark—affected by the Starlight Eagle’s berserk spirit—erupted with a burst of brilliant starlight. As the Nebula Mark revolved, it was as if countless stars in the void were triggered to move along specific trajectories. Their paths intertwined and manifested in his Spiritual World, ultimately outlining a massive constellation phantom shaped like an ancient wine goblet.

This Otherworld constellation was named the Giant Cup Constellation.

As soon as the Giant Cup Constellation phantom appeared, it emitted a unique fluctuation of tolerance, capable of bearing and harmonizing all things. Like an invisible vessel, it contained the berserk Mental Power of the Starlight Eagle spirit within the cup. It was like pouring strong liquor into a gentle jade goblet. Under the protection of the Giant Cup Constellation, that Spiritual Shock—originally potent enough to tear the soul apart—underwent a miraculous transformation, becoming mild and docile.

Following that, the mark of a majestic Giant Eagle, spreading its wings as if ready to soar, took shape. Its wings were broad and thick, and its entire body was a profound black, yet countless silver-white motes of Star Dust flowed across it. Most peculiarly, beneath this eagle-shaped mark was clearly branded a miniature phantom of the giant cup vessel, radiating gentle starlight.

"Earth Druids can use the power of the Earth to mitigate Spiritual Shock. Does that mean Star Druids rely on the projection power of constellations...?" Han Ning mused.

Han Ning opened his eyes, discovering that the sky above was already faintly lightening, with dim light casting down from the thick clouds. The process of fusing with the Sky Spirit had lasted the entire night. Before he knew it, day had broken.

With a slight thought, his bones stretched and restructured, and patches of thick black feathers grew from his skin. Amidst the plumage, ceaselessly swirling silver-white motes of Star Dust dotted the feathers. His arms transformed into broad, powerful wings, and his toes curled into chillingly sharp talons. His mouth turned into a sharp beak, and his eyes shifted into profound avian irises. The field of vision before him became incredibly clear and expansive. A peculiar sensation surged within his body—the feeling that he could control the surrounding storms at any given moment.

[You are currently in the Starlight Eagle form. Spiritual Power is in a state of continuous consumption.]

[Spiritual Power: 260/260 (Human Form) → 360/360 (Starlight Eagle Form Amplification)]

[Mental Power: 8.0 (Human Form) → 10.0 (Starlight Eagle Form Amplification)]

[In the Starlight Eagle form, the ’Insight Storm’ Talent is awakened. You additionally obtain the ’Storm Wings (Basic Level)’, ’Star Horizon (Basic Level)’, and ’Star Dust Protection (Basic Level)’ Skills.]

Han Ning tried gently flapping his wings. A gentle updraft immediately generated beneath him, lifting him half a foot off the ground. He hovered in the air with incomparable fluidity.

SCREECH!

He continuously flapped his wings. His body soared straight up, shooting toward the heavens. In an instant, he reached hundreds of meters into the sky. Up here, the fierce winds were biting, the temperature was extremely low, and the surroundings were filled with thumb-sized hailstones. The environment was incredibly harsh. However, all these elements vanished into nothingness the moment they blew within a few dozen centimeters of Han Ning’s body.

Han Ning lowered his head slightly, taking a bird’s-eye view of the Earth. Faint starlight gathered in his eyes. Within the Star Horizon, everything was different. The dim lighting no longer hindered his observation. His eyes could clearly see the minuscule dents smashed into rocks by hailstones a kilometer away. He could pierce through the dense curtain of rain and lock onto the deadwood tumbling in the floodwaters of the valley below. Even more bizarrely, the invisible wind had taken on a form in his eyes. The chaotic air currents looked like countless surging gray ribbons, entangling and separating from one another. He could see where the wind was the fiercest, where it was relatively gentle, and could even predict the next moment’s changes in wind direction.

With a flap of Han Ning’s broad wings, highly condensed cyan air currents instantly surfaced along the edges of his feathers.

SWISH.

His body transformed into a black streak. Moving at a speed far exceeding the terrestrial sprint of the Molten Gold Battle Tiger, he pierced straight toward the dim sky shrouded in thick clouds. Han Ning continuously tried to climb higher, approaching the cloud layer. He clearly remembered that the aura of the Black Tide permeated above the clouds. He wanted to test at what stage he would trigger an attack from the Black Tide’s aura. Fortunately, with this powerful perception ability, he could receive early warnings.

He ascended steadily: 600 meters, 1,000 meters... until he approached 3,000 meters.

Han Ning suddenly felt a deep chill. It was as if some terrifying entity in the unseen world had instantly locked onto him.

"I’ve probably reached my limit..."

Han Ning hurriedly lowered his altitude. Soon, that shivering chill gradually faded away.