The Annihilator: Killer Of Gods

Chapter 77 Titan Defense Art

"Absorbing the Titan Stone seed was perhaps the easiest endeavor thus far. Unlike the tedious processes involved with fire, healing, lightning, and ice, this time he simply absorbed it, and that was it.

However, that doesn't mean he gained nothing. This seed could be said to have bestowed upon him more than he could have ever hoped for.

The notifications that appeared before him seemed almost otherworldly.

< Ding! Congratulations! You have awakened the Diamond Earth Elemental. >

< Congratulations! You have unlocked a new passive ability: Titan Physique. >

< +500 to all stats, +1000 to Defense, +100,000 to Mana. >

< You have absorbed a 10,000-year-old Titan Stone Seed. Your body will now grow stronger and tougher each time you level up, tripling in ranks. >"

< Diamond Earth Elemental >

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- With the defense of a Titan and nearly impenetrable fortifications, you can become who you are meant to be: a true Titan.

- This element enhances your defenses and bestows upon you the ability to create near-impenetrable barriers using earth, stones, metals, rare minerals, and more.

- The stronger your mastery, the more formidable your defense becomes. The sky is the limit, Titan.

"Finally," Karsha smiled contentedly as he read the description of the new element. "It seems I don't need to search for any more defensive techniques, as this provides everything I require."

He retrieved a technique book obtained from the system upon completing the quest for the Titan Stone seed—a defensive technique that complements the awakened element.

With the book in hand and a smile dancing on his lips, he turned back to the system to continue reading the remaining messages.

<Titan Physique (Passive)>

-Similar to a normal physique, this passive ability grants the host strong skin and bones, enabling them to withstand intense pressure and attacks. The higher your mastery of the earth element, the more potent the effects of this physique."

"Not the best, but certainly appreciated," Karsha remarked, feeling akin to wearing a coat crafted from Titan's hide as he examined the ability. Despite his initial apprehension, he quickly realized he was being short-sighted.

An ability that evolves with the cultivator is exceedingly rare. Most skills require mastery, meaning once one's understanding plateaus, so does the skill's growth.

However, with the potential to develop alongside the cultivator's mastery of their element and rank, the possibilities are limitless, especially for someone like Karsha, who possesses monstrous comprehension abilities. He simply needs to continue deepening his understanding of the earth element, and as he ascends in rank, his skin and bones will grow in tandem.

"With the additional stats, my attack power has also increased. I'm getting closer every second," he noted. With enhanced stats, he could unleash even more formidable attacks, especially when combining them with the Red Eye Tiger skill. At this rate, he would soon narrow the gap between himself and the overlords before their inevitable confrontation.

< Does the host wish to learn this technique >

"Yes," Karsha replied turning the technique book into a particle that entered his body forming a runic symbol in his consciousness.

< Congratulations, You have learnt a legendary rank technique; Titan defense Art >

< Titan Defense Art >

Rank: Legendary

Type: Defense Technique

Levels: 6

-- Using the Earth, stones, and metals as allies, create the perfect defense that can withstand any attacks based on your mastery level.

Level 1: Titan wall

-- Erect thick walls that can withstand attack from multiple directions. Inside the walls, you can withstand any attacks by constantly reinforcing the walls with your Mana and Earth Essence

Level 2: Titan Fortress

-- Expand your walls to create a large enough fortress that can cover a 100-meter radius. When there are allies inside the fortress, they can channel their Mana into further strengthening the walls. Foes caught within the walls won't be able to activate their defense skills for 30 seconds.

Level 3: Titan Palm

-- By understanding the earth's elements enough, conjure a huge palm of stone that wraps around you and absorbs all attacks. The absorbed attacks can be converted into energy that can be channeled by the host to strengthen his attacks.

Level 4: Colossus shield

-- At level 4, you will gain the ability to temporarily summon colossal shields from the chaos era. Depending on your Mastery, you can summon up to 15 shields with ranks starting from the Divine Grade.

Level 5: Unmoving Titan

-- At this level, after you have gained enough understanding of the earth element, you will be able to conjure or summon titans from the Chaos era. These summoned titans will use their defense to help you withstand attacks from those realms above you. You can summon Titans with Realms Four Stages above you.

Level 6: Titan Ascendance

-- After Mastering all levels and gaining enlightenment in the field of defense, you can transcend mortal defense and become one with the earth. With that, the earth, metals, and minerals will bend to your will, enabling you to create impenetrable defenses.

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"Hahahaha. This is just incredible. With this, I can face those above me without worrying too much about their attacks."

With a plethora of levels now at his disposal, Karsha could withstand attacks to a significant degree. He could even tank attacks from opponents with three times his attack power. The defense technique was truly remarkable, and with time and mastery, he would be able to confront any opponent with confidence in his defense.

Karsha could conjure titans and colossal shields reminiscent of the Chaos era. While he lacked direct knowledge of what transpired during that tumultuous time, the fact that these shields belonged to colossal titans spoke volumes.

The Chaos era, true to its name, was a period marked by immense turmoil, witnessing the rise and fall of numerous powerhouses. It was during this epoch that the Titans, renowned for their unparalleled defense, rose to prominence. Their formidable prowess in offense and defense was so legendary that the mere sight of them on the battlefield, wielding massive weapons and shields, would sow chaos.

Thus, the era earned its name as the Chaos Era.

For Karsha to acquire a technique allowing him to summon shields and titans from that turbulent period was truly cause for celebration. The idea of having fifteen shields surrounding him, offering defense from attacks coming from all directions, was a prospect anyone would cherish.

However, such a powerful technique came with its drawbacks. Because it was tied to his mastery of the earth element, a deep understanding of earth manipulation was essential to enhance his mastery.

Even with three times the usual comprehension speed, mastering the manipulation of the earth posed a challenge that even prodigies struggled with.

Understanding the nuances of elemental manipulation was far from straightforward. One must first grasp how the earth moves, its tactile qualities, and how to transform it without altering its core nature. Moreover, there was the potential to transmute earth into metals and other minerals with sufficient mastery.

Upon reaching such a pinnacle of mastery, one could transform vast expanses into solid diamonds and raise them as impregnable defensive barriers. At this level, traditional defense techniques became obsolete, as one could shape the very earth beneath them into an impenetrable fortress.

"I need to move quickly," Karsha muttered as he retrieved the next item from his inventory. It was obtained after defeating 12 Tier 6 Mutants and a Tier 6 Dark Mutant.

The Luminous Crystal was a highly sought-after item, carefully chosen by the system for Karsha's elemental awakening. Having already awakened variants of elements, the Luminous Crystal was intended to aid in awakening the Light element.

The crystal was coveted by many, some willing to resort to violence to obtain it. It contained a concentrated essence of light, capable of awakening and laying the foundation for the Light element. Its worth is beyond measure.

Rumors circulated that those who successfully absorbed the Luminous Crystal could wield the purest form of light, rivaling even those born with divine light.

Beings born with pure divine light are the sole ones capable of harnessing the most potent form of light. They bear the responsibility of maintaining the balance between good and evil—darkness. Those aligned with light are often referred to as divine beings, while those aligned with darkness are known as Dark Borns.

Should Karsha succeed in awakening his Light element, he would gain the ability to withstand dark attacks, elevating him to the status of a divine born. However, the process of absorbing luminous light is intricate. Karsha must first purge all traces of darkness from within him to make way for the light.

Yet, that would be wasteful, considering the darkness that already courses through him. While he doesn't possess the darkness elemental, he does wield the Dark Prince Hell art technique, sufficient to draw the ire of the Divine ones.

But who is Karsha? He is someone opposed to Behemoth, needing a blend of all aspects to secure victory. He is also supported by a system tasked with aiding his cultivation.

He is an existence destined for ultimate strength. Limiting him is inconceivable.

With the system's will, the crystal dispersed into light particles and instantly enveloped Karsha in a golden cocoon of light.

The cocoon radiated increasingly brighter, causing Ayarr, who sat 500 meters away, to close her serpent eyes for a full 20 minutes.

"What is with this human?" she pondered, finding no immediate answer, she went back refocusing on her cultivation.

Within the cocoon, a battle ensued between light and darkness. After 20 minutes of intense struggle, light and darkness reached a compromise, granting Karsha something that would make both Dark Borns and Divine beings envious.

<Ding! You have awakened a unique light element: Golden Light.>