In Chinese mythology, Bixia is one of the nine sons of the Dragon King, depicted as a giant turtle carrying a stone stele on its back. In Desolate Era, the Bixia Formation is an ancient defensive battle array, named for this creature, renowned for its ability to absorb and neutralize attacks.
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In Chinese mythology, Bixia is one of the nine sons of the Dragon King, depicted as a giant turtle carrying a stone stele on its back. In Desolate Era, the Bixia Formation is an ancient defensive battle array, named for this creature, renowned for its ability to absorb and neutralize attacks.
This chapter delivers a masterclass in Xianxia tension as the Seamless Gate’s strike force arrives at Anchan City, only to find their prey waiting. Eighteen veteran Celestial Immortals, led by the enigmatic Crimsonleaf Immortal, attempt a stealth approach but are immediately detected by Yu Wei’s heartforce. Confident in their numerical superiority, they halt three thousand li outside the city, trapping themselves within the Beishan clan’s defensive formation. But instead of panic, the Tonghe Immortal exudes a chilling, battle-hungry calm, refusing all offers of assistance. The stage is set for a monumental confrontation between a solitary, legendary swordsman and a coordinated immortal legion. The chapter builds to a breathtaking climax as the Seamless Gate deploys the impenetrable Bixia Formation, a defensive phalanx formed from the power of eighteen immortals, only to have the Tonghe Immortal unveil a never-before-seen sword technique that shakes the very heavens. It’s a classic setup for a one-versus-many duel where pride, ancient grudges, and hidden trump cards are about to collide.
- **Watch The Layers of the Trap**: Notice the perfect synergy at play. Yu Wei’s heartforce acts as an early warning system. The Beishan defensive formation is a soft cage. But the ultimate trap is the Tonghe Immortal’s silence. He *wants* them inside that formation, confident that he can destroy them all. This is the hallmark of a true veteran—using the opponent’s caution as a weapon against them. - **Appreciate the Rejection of Ji Ning**: The Tonghe Immortal’s harsh refusal of Ji Ning’s help is a profound character moment, not rudeness. He sees that the Seamless Gate has brought overwhelming force specifically calibrated to kill *him*. Dragging Ji Ning or Yu Wei into that would be an unforgivable burden on his conscience. This pride is both a weakness and a source of immense power. - **Prepare for a Class-Based Confrontation**: The Bixia formation is the ultimate ‘tank’ or ‘turret’ defense. It is meant to be unmovable. The Extermination Immortal Sword is the ultimate ‘anti-armor’ penetration technique. The clash will be a study in extremes—absolute defense vs. absolute offense. Pay close attention to the sound and visual descriptions; they are the key to understanding the scale of this confrontation. - **A Note on Nuance**: The 18 Seamless Gate immortals are not mere grunts. They are described as ‘veterans who had campaigned in other major worlds.’ They are calm, disciplined, and coordinated. This makes them far more threatening than a mindless horde and raises the stakes. The Tonghe Immortal is not fighting thugs; he is fighting an elite, hardened legion.
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