Nine Yang Sword Formation

The Human-ranked sword formation Ji Ning previously selected; it was later traded for a superior Earth-ranked formation during the Mount Yujue trial.

The Human-ranked sword formation Ji Ning previously selected; it was later traded for a superior Earth-ranked formation during the Mount Yujue trial.

Story context

Fellow Daoists, get ready for the ultimate gear shopping spree! Chapter 106 is a pure dose of Xianxia satisfaction: Ji Ning passes his War God Hall test and steps into the *real* treasure vault. Gone are the chump-change Mortal-ranked relics from the Yan Mountains—the first master’s stash is a showcase of high-grade and top-grade gear that makes everything we've seen so far look like rusty farm tools. Our boy Ning finally gets a peek at the inventory that can actually level him up, and the chapter masterfully balances the tension of a failed attempt with the pure dopamine hit of browsing a legendary loot table. If you've ever wanted to see a cultivator's eyes glaze over with greed and strategic calculation at the same time, this is your chapter.

Why it matters

### The Dao of a Tier List This chapter is basically a Xianxia version of a game's endgame item showcase. Pay attention to the **specific mechanics** of each treasure. The *Nine Yang Sword Formation* boosts his core technique; the *Starlight Divine Needles* leverage his soul strength; the *Netherdragon Lockheaven Formation* protects his clan. It's not just a list—it's a character-defining menu of strategic choices. Ji Ning's need for the formation shows he's thinking about the *long war* ahead.

Quick facts

Source novel
Desolate Era
First appearance
The War God Hall
Chapter references
2
Type hints
desolate era, war god hall, ji ning
Guide tags
Action, Progression Fantasy, Cultivation

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Source novel

Desolate Era