The Sims: I Open the Immortal Path for All Beings

Chapter 2215: Chapter 2160–2161: Dayan Takes Action, Divergent Opinions

The Dayan True Monarch, a formidable figure adept in array formations, is renowned among True Immortals across the Divine Land World and even the Realms of Heavenly Seas.

Array formations, by their very nature, are a form of cheating; the enhancements they provide can be unimaginably powerful.

Thus, for some powerful individuals, they might easily defeat an array cultivator in usual circumstances, but if given enough time to set up an array, even those individuals would find it quite troublesome.

The Dayan True Monarch himself is a Great Grandmaster of array formation. Apart from setting up great formations, he undoubtedly carries several array plates with him. While these might not match the intricacy of a carefully laid array, they are convenient and quick, providing substantial enhancements to combat prowess.

Seeing the Dayan True Monarch clash with the Great Instructor of the Taoist Academy, many True Immortal strong, especially those quasi-Taoist Monarchs at the True Immortal Sixth Layer, are exceedingly curious about the true trump cards of the Dayan True Monarch, the types of array plates he carries, and whether they can take precautions against them.

Some strong individuals, though indifferent to the Dayan True Monarch, are exceedingly curious about the strength of the Great Instructor from the Taoist Academy.

Setting aside the sudden resources obtained from the Taoist Academy and stepping into the True Immortal Sixth Layer Heaven, they are curious about the kind of power and the divine power and skills mastered by him.

It’s important to know that these individuals are quite familiar with each other, as the number of strong individuals at the True Immortal Sixth Layer Heaven remains relatively consistent, save for some emerging powers from newly discovered worlds. Most of them have interacted with each other.

However, the strong individuals from the Taoist Academy are deliberately low-key. They lack neither resources nor cultivation methods and divine abilities, so even if they interact, they never truly engage in battles, and no one accurately assesses their strength.

Additionally, instructors from the Taoist Academy have the innate advantage of having opportunities to cultivate myriad techniques and divine abilities, which confers an edge even over some elite leaders from top immortal sects.

Someone once said that actually, the strong individuals groomed by the Taoist Academy are the most suitable candidates for the path of ‘All Laws Return to One’.

Now, with the actions of the Great Instructor, these individuals have an opportunity to evaluate the true strength of the Taoist Academy’s individuals and whether they lack experience in cultivation, which hampers their true combat prowess.

“Who do you think will win between these two?” Pang Hong turned his eyes to Wan Fayi beside him, asking curiously.

The Dayan True Monarch requires no introduction. He is an already famous strong individual, well-known across this world and particularly skilled in the art of array formations. If given ample preparation time to set up entire arrays, even Pang Hong would find it slightly troublesome.

A seasoned strong individual like that, enriched by numerous fortuitous opportunities and holding countless hidden trump cards, can unleash unfathomable combat strength in life-and-death battles.

Even though Pang Hong is confident he can definitely subdue the opponent, it would require considerable effort and by no means can he suppress with ease.

Yet, the Great Instructor he faces isn’t a simple character either. Originating from the Taoist Academy, the opponent’s talent is outstanding and was even praised by Pei Xuanjing at one time. Although he has only recently ascended to the True Immortal Sixth Layer Heaven, and is still a step below a Quasi-Taoist Monarch, the numerous and powerful divine abilities and the formidable magical treasures he commands make him a top-level strong individual.

“If the Dayan True Monarch had already set up an array, the Great Instructor would inevitably lose. But since he hasn’t yet laid down his array and is acting hastily, even with array plates at his disposal, winning might not be easy,” Wan Fayi expressed his view.

He is somewhat younger than the Great Instructor, and when he started cultivating, the Great Instructor was just a step away from True Immortal. Back then, while studying at the Taoist Academy, he had also heard the teachings of the other party, which is why he has considerable trust in the Great Instructor.

Of course, this is not blind trust but has its own rationale because even though the Dayan True Monarch is strong, his true strength and trump cards are rooted in array formations.

If the opponent established an array and dealt with the Great Instructor in full strength, then naturally he would believe the Great Instructor had little chance of winning. But now, although the Dayan True Monarch seems formidable, he is not in his peak state.

Even though the opponent carries array plates for assistance, when truly facing the Great Instructor, the latter is not without a chance of victory.

“Haha.” Pang Hong chuckled without speaking, expressing no clear opinion on the speculative comments.

Hearing this, Wan Fayi was quite curious, wanting to know Pang Hong’s opinion. After all, there is a vast difference between the two of them; neither side from the fights is a match for the Sect Leader, who would undoubtedly be able to discern the outcome.

“In terms of Realm, there is no clear winner between the two; the real determinant of victory will depend on their state during the battle and their own will and determination,” Pang Hong remarked on the key points to watch for in the confrontation, but refrained from stating who would win or lose.

Do not assume that just because the Dayan True Monarch has been cultivating for a long time, his Realm is necessarily high. This Grandmaster of array formation, besides cultivation in Realm, devotes more of his time and energy to array formations; otherwise, he wouldn’t have such proficiency.

However, human energy is limited, even for a True Immortal. Strong like a Taoist Monarch, they still have areas of strength and weakness, so gain always comes at a loss.

The same is true for the Great Instructor. Having cultivated smoothly for many years in the Taoist Academy, mastering all the divine abilities and skills in the Academy.

Yet he lacks sufficient practical experience, even though he participated in the development of the Divine Land, and engaged in battles in the Realms of Heavenly Seas, it only ensures his cultivation continues unimpeded rather than indicates his extensive combat experience.

At least compared to the Dayan True Monarch who emerged from the bottom through combat, his combat experience is decidedly less, which is without a doubt.

In terms of Realm, mastery of divine abilities, and magical treasures, he is not inferior to the opponent, but for actual life-and-death combat, no one can be sure how much strength he can truly wield.

Pang Hong can only ascertain that with his formidable magical treasures and numerous divine abilities, he could maintain an undefeated position, but to suppress the opponent for victory is not easy.

“The Dayan True Monarch, a Grandmaster in array formations, it’s not easy for this instructor from the Taoist Academy to win.”

“It’s more than not easy; as long as the Dayan True Monarch sets up an array, he’s essentially undefeatable.”

“Such an array is very troublesome. If the situation turns unfavorable, setting up a defensive array, it’s exceedingly difficult for a mere True Immortal to break it alone.”

“But that’s not quite right. This matter was instigated by the Dayan True Monarch. If he is unable to suppress the opponent and ends up on the retreat, it would be quite embarrassing for him, which should be considered a loss.”

Many True Immortals following the battle each voiced their opinions, with most favoring the Dayan True Monarch, as his strength is well-known. Even without truly setting up a great formation, an array plate should be sufficient to handle a newly ascended True Immortal Sixth Layer opponent.

Of course, the last True Immortal’s point was quite valid. This matter was initiated by the Dayan True Monarch. If he fails to suppress his opponent and ends up disadvantaged, even maintaining a deadlock would count as a loss for him.

After all, he is a seasoned elder, while the opponent is merely a newcomer; it would indeed mean using his own fame as a stepping stone for the latter.

“The adept array formation cultivators are all shrewd, especially the Dayan True Monarch. Since he dared to raise this matter, surely he has enough backup plans. Let’s just wait and see; this incident is definitely not simple,” affirmed a strong individual, greatly optimistic about the Dayan True Monarch.

Out of respect for the strong, and arising from similar backgrounds rising from insignificance, they have some psychological unity among them.