Definition
The final major region of the Moon Underwater Abyss where True Gods gather, marked by thousands of isolated peaks.
Ten Thousand Mountains Island
The final major region of the Moon Underwater Abyss where True Gods gather, marked by thousands of isolated peaks.
Story context
Our boy Ji Ning just pulled off a *heist*—and we're not talking swords or treasures, folks. After a tense negotiation with the grumpy but surprisingly flexible Abyss God, he walks away with a three-zhang cube of Iceheart Marrow and a single Iceheart Leaf. That's a *foundation-level* resource, the literal soil from which all Iceheart Leaves grow. The catch? He had to burn his entire "pick three treasures" reward for it. This chapter is a masterclass in Xianxia negotiation: knowing the *true* value of what's in front of you (the root) vs. what's offered on the surface (the fruit). And then, it's time to cook. Ji Ning finally unleashes the Icefire Golden Core Refining Art, a technique straight out of an alchemist's fever dream, setting the stage for a month-long transformation that will push his Pure Yang Golden Core to the second tier—half a step into Daofather territory. Get ready, fellow Daoists, the foundation is being reforged!
Why it matters
This chapter is a *pacing breather* after last week's high-octane boss fight, but don't mistake its quiet nature for being unimportant. Pay close attention to the negotiation with the Abyss God. It's a beautiful piece of Xianxia resource management. Ji Ning isn't just grabbing the shiniest toy; he's thinking long-term about *roots* vs. *branches*. The Iceheart Marrow is a one-time, foundational upgrade that will empower all aspects of his cultivation, not just a powerful trinket. Also, mentally bookmark the implications of the 'half-step Daofather' level. This isn't just a power-up; it's a shift in his *qualitative* nature as a cultivator. Finally, the brief scene at the end is a classic setup. The mysterious stele, the thousands of peaks—this island is a new training ground and social space for the True Gods. Get ready for politics, rivalries, and perhaps some new allies... or enemies. The real cultivation has begun.
Quick facts
Source novel
Desolate Era
First appearance
The Iceheart Foundation and the Forging Flames
Chapter references
1
Type hints
Iceheart Marrow, Iceheart Leaf, Abyss God
Guide tags
Xianxia, Cultivation, Resource Managment
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