Chapter 336
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Chapter 336
The actual sect grounds of the Worthy Shore Society were much the same as the area surrounding it, with the exception that they inhabited the largest island in the area. In addition to that, the sect ground extended via bridges to many of the other rocky promontories in the area, filling out much of the surroundings. The area was clearly difficult to inhabit, since there was little soil for growing any sorts of plantlife which was the basis for the majority of food. Even fish were difficult to get for the most part, as accessing the deeper parts of the ocean required navigating the surrounding area.
Like any sect who lived in harsh conditions, they were used to the struggles and found them worthwhile for the benefits. Defensive security was often one, but abundant natural energy was another. From the way Catarina was looking around with great interest, Anton expected there were either some natural or artificial formations involved in those aspects.
The reception by the Worthy Shore Society was overall positive but reserved. It was obvious they shared some of the same sentiments about foreigners that the rest of the Exalted Archipelago did. Anton didnt blame them for that opinion, as from his observations cultivators in general were difficult to trust. Even if a majority were safe, he would trust a larger proportion of commoners than cultivators. People with power thought they could get away with more, and they were right up until they overestimated themselves in the wrong circumstances.
There was something more to it than just distrusting new groups of cultivators, however, because they were specifically concerned about them being from outside the Exalted Archipelago. Anton wanted to ask about that, but doing so immediately didnt seem appropriate.
The visiting cultivators were all given appropriate accommodations. They werent particularly fancy, but it didnt seem that the quarters for guests were particularly different in scope. Any other visitors would have received the same serviceable accommodations. As a Life Transformation cultivator, Catarina was an exception- though it hardly mattered since she would only be spending time in her room to sleep.
The visitors were allowed access to a portion of the library. It didnt contain the core cultivation technique or combat techniques of the Worthy Shore Society, but it did have quite a few things available. Anton couldnt possibly read it all, but one of the librarians was a kindly woman who helped him find whatever he was looking for.
I must ask. How do the people here feel about Everheart?
Hes an asshole, Librarian Jala stated simply.
Besides the universal constant, I meant. What are the opinions on his techniques and the like?
Well. As he had a great proclivity for collecting and creating forbidden techniques, the opinion on such things varies. She shrugged, But everyone will admit his talent and knowledge.
Ive studied most of the knowledge I could find, Anton admitted. Though I primarily found myself interested in his studies on how to teach people to advance through the early ranks of cultivation.
I dont believe I have seen any of that, Jala admitted.
It was mainly in one cache. Though there could have certainly been more here. He was a prolific traveler, so I assume he came to the Exalted Archipelago?
Oh yes. He planted down a few of his tombs here. It was quite a surprise to everyone with the last one though. A great teleportation formation revealed itself. Difficult to hide, that.
Nobody had noticed any of ours, either. Though I suppose we have more continuous landmass to hide things in. What do you know of Brogora? Most of our records of the Exalted Archipelago were destroyed centuries ago, in the previous invasion.
She gave him a look which made Anton think that perhaps he had been too obvious. It would probably be best to read it for yourself.The debut release of this chapter happened at Ñøv€l-B1n.
Jala helped pick out a few choice records for Anton to read through. They were copies- probably copies of copies- but he expected they would be accurate to what information was available at the time.
First were records of Everheart. It seemed he was actually from Brogora. The records spoke of many conflicts he had with various sects, but despite the attempt at a neutral tone by the author it was clear that they were at least a little happy that hed taken some arrogant sects down a few pegs. And of course he ran off with a bunch of their stuff.
It was further back in the past than that for the time of the previous invasion. However, what was mentioned wasnt at all what Anton expected. He could hardly find a mention of ascension experts coming to take anything away. Instead, there were only cultivators of Brogora attacking the Exalted Archipelago to steal their resources for their own use- to empower themselves. Anton couldnt say that it didnt happen, but he still felt something was missing.
I suppose I can see why you wouldnt be enthusiastic about our presence. But theres nothing here about the invasion of the ascended cultivators.
Unfortunately, those records are private.
I suppose so, if you were in the business of refining different techniques. You said you try to teach everyone to cultivate, right? Jala nodded. Finding something suited for everyone seems difficult. Or refining something that already exists.
Well, I try. Though I cant say I have the ability to piece together a complete technique.
Shouldnt expect that while in Essence Collection, she pointed out.
A fair point, Anton admitted. He couldnt help but wonder if one of the elders would be able to fill in the missing hole of the hundreth star. It wouldnt be as satisfying as solving it themselves, but if it ultimately ended up with ascension cultivators from the Order well, that hardly mattered until after the invasion anyway. In truth, Antons main hesitation was appearing weak. The Worthy Shore Society might be decent folk, but other members of the Exalted Archipelago might want to take advantage of Brogora if they found they were lacking in complete techniques, and that they had fewer Life Transformation cultivators.
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I could open up the restricted section, Catarina offered when Anton explained his conundrum. Then you could see the best techniques.
Thats not really what I had in mind, Anton admitted.
The rest of the usual group was around. Timothy, Hoyt, Velvet, and even Alva.
And the secret histories, Catarina prompted.
Anton pursed his lips. I would certainly like to know that information, but breaking the rules of our hosts seems not only impolite, but very dangerous.
Theyre not perfect, Catarina pointed out. Their formations arent on the level of Everheart.
Nobodys formations are, Anton said.
Not yet, Catarina acknowledged.
Timothy spoke up next, I do agree that we should be concerned about the dangers. Here they are with vessels that could absolutely reach us, and yet they havent tried. Probing for information might anger them unintentionally, but theyre hiding something.
Openly hiding things is better than not admitting it, Velvet said. Have you talks with the leadership revealed anything, Catarina?
Besides the stuff about formations? No. I spent all my time studying them.
And they let you? Velvet asked.
I might have offered some improvements, she admitted. The thing is, they just dont have any formation masters here right now. In this particular sect, I meant. The formations should have been in a better state at some point and have been decaying. Which means they might have secrets I want. Catarina paused, Beyond the ones that directly affect the fate of our continent, I guess.
I havent been denied access to the information yet, Anton admitted. Jala said the elders could take some time to make the decision. Its only been a few weeks. Given the chance, he would gladly continue reading in the library for a year or two- especially if he was going to copy more information. Reading was much faster than scribing, even as a cultivator. The mind was always faster than the body. Anton considered developing a technique to use multiple quills to fill a whole page or several pages at a time, but that might just result in wasted paper. Then again, he could devote a week or two to see if it panned out.
What do you think, Fuzz? Alva asked. Are they good people?
An affirmative bark at least made everyone feel better, though Anton wouldnt put all of his trust in Fuzz. And even if one group was fine, throughout the entire Exalted Archipelago there would certainly be more than just one group of pirates who wished them ill.
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Chapter 336
The actual sect grounds of the Worthy Shore Society were much the same as the area surrounding it, with the exception that they inhabited the largest island in the area. In addition to that, the sect ground extended via bridges to many of the other rocky promontories in the area, filling out much of the surroundings. The area was clearly difficult to inhabit, since there was little soil for growing any sorts of plantlife which was the basis for the majority of food. Even fish were difficult to get for the most part, as accessing the deeper parts of the ocean required navigating the surrounding area.
Like any sect who lived in harsh conditions, they were used to the struggles and found them worthwhile for the benefits. Defensive security was often one, but abundant natural energy was another. From the way Catarina was looking around with great interest, Anton expected there were either some natural or artificial formations involved in those aspects.
The reception by the Worthy Shore Society was overall positive but reserved. It was obvious they shared some of the same sentiments about foreigners that the rest of the Exalted Archipelago did. Anton didnt blame them for that opinion, as from his observations cultivators in general were difficult to trust. Even if a majority were safe, he would trust a larger proportion of commoners than cultivators. People with power thought they could get away with more, and they were right up until they overestimated themselves in the wrong circumstances.
There was something more to it than just distrusting new groups of cultivators, however, because they were specifically concerned about them being from outside the Exalted Archipelago. Anton wanted to ask about that, but doing so immediately didnt seem appropriate.
The visiting cultivators were all given appropriate accommodations. They werent particularly fancy, but it didnt seem that the quarters for guests were particularly different in scope. Any other visitors would have received the same serviceable accommodations. As a Life Transformation cultivator, Catarina was an exception- though it hardly mattered since she would only be spending time in her room to sleep.
The visitors were allowed access to a portion of the library. It didnt contain the core cultivation technique or combat techniques of the Worthy Shore Society, but it did have quite a few things available. Anton couldnt possibly read it all, but one of the librarians was a kindly woman who helped him find whatever he was looking for.
I must ask. How do the people here feel about Everheart?
Hes an asshole, Librarian Jala stated simply.
Besides the universal constant, I meant. What are the opinions on his techniques and the like?
Well. As he had a great proclivity for collecting and creating forbidden techniques, the opinion on such things varies. She shrugged, But everyone will admit his talent and knowledge.
Ive studied most of the knowledge I could find, Anton admitted. Though I primarily found myself interested in his studies on how to teach people to advance through the early ranks of cultivation.
I dont believe I have seen any of that, Jala admitted.
It was mainly in one cache. Though there could have certainly been more here. He was a prolific traveler, so I assume he came to the Exalted Archipelago?
Oh yes. He planted down a few of his tombs here. It was quite a surprise to everyone with the last one though. A great teleportation formation revealed itself. Difficult to hide, that.
Nobody had noticed any of ours, either. Though I suppose we have more continuous landmass to hide things in. What do you know of Brogora? Most of our records of the Exalted Archipelago were destroyed centuries ago, in the previous invasion.
She gave him a look which made Anton think that perhaps he had been too obvious. It would probably be best to read it for yourself.The debut release of this chapter happened at Ñøv€l-B1n.
Jala helped pick out a few choice records for Anton to read through. They were copies- probably copies of copies- but he expected they would be accurate to what information was available at the time.
First were records of Everheart. It seemed he was actually from Brogora. The records spoke of many conflicts he had with various sects, but despite the attempt at a neutral tone by the author it was clear that they were at least a little happy that hed taken some arrogant sects down a few pegs. And of course he ran off with a bunch of their stuff.
It was further back in the past than that for the time of the previous invasion. However, what was mentioned wasnt at all what Anton expected. He could hardly find a mention of ascension experts coming to take anything away. Instead, there were only cultivators of Brogora attacking the Exalted Archipelago to steal their resources for their own use- to empower themselves. Anton couldnt say that it didnt happen, but he still felt something was missing.
I suppose I can see why you wouldnt be enthusiastic about our presence. But theres nothing here about the invasion of the ascended cultivators.
Unfortunately, those records are private.
I suppose so, if you were in the business of refining different techniques. You said you try to teach everyone to cultivate, right? Jala nodded. Finding something suited for everyone seems difficult. Or refining something that already exists.
Well, I try. Though I cant say I have the ability to piece together a complete technique.
Shouldnt expect that while in Essence Collection, she pointed out.
A fair point, Anton admitted. He couldnt help but wonder if one of the elders would be able to fill in the missing hole of the hundreth star. It wouldnt be as satisfying as solving it themselves, but if it ultimately ended up with ascension cultivators from the Order well, that hardly mattered until after the invasion anyway. In truth, Antons main hesitation was appearing weak. The Worthy Shore Society might be decent folk, but other members of the Exalted Archipelago might want to take advantage of Brogora if they found they were lacking in complete techniques, and that they had fewer Life Transformation cultivators.
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I could open up the restricted section, Catarina offered when Anton explained his conundrum. Then you could see the best techniques.
Thats not really what I had in mind, Anton admitted.
The rest of the usual group was around. Timothy, Hoyt, Velvet, and even Alva.
And the secret histories, Catarina prompted.
Anton pursed his lips. I would certainly like to know that information, but breaking the rules of our hosts seems not only impolite, but very dangerous.
Theyre not perfect, Catarina pointed out. Their formations arent on the level of Everheart.
Nobodys formations are, Anton said.
Not yet, Catarina acknowledged.
Timothy spoke up next, I do agree that we should be concerned about the dangers. Here they are with vessels that could absolutely reach us, and yet they havent tried. Probing for information might anger them unintentionally, but theyre hiding something.
Openly hiding things is better than not admitting it, Velvet said. Have you talks with the leadership revealed anything, Catarina?
Besides the stuff about formations? No. I spent all my time studying them.
And they let you? Velvet asked.
I might have offered some improvements, she admitted. The thing is, they just dont have any formation masters here right now. In this particular sect, I meant. The formations should have been in a better state at some point and have been decaying. Which means they might have secrets I want. Catarina paused, Beyond the ones that directly affect the fate of our continent, I guess.
I havent been denied access to the information yet, Anton admitted. Jala said the elders could take some time to make the decision. Its only been a few weeks. Given the chance, he would gladly continue reading in the library for a year or two- especially if he was going to copy more information. Reading was much faster than scribing, even as a cultivator. The mind was always faster than the body. Anton considered developing a technique to use multiple quills to fill a whole page or several pages at a time, but that might just result in wasted paper. Then again, he could devote a week or two to see if it panned out.
What do you think, Fuzz? Alva asked. Are they good people?
An affirmative bark at least made everyone feel better, though Anton wouldnt put all of his trust in Fuzz. And even if one group was fine, throughout the entire Exalted Archipelago there would certainly be more than just one group of pirates who wished them ill.
Chapter 336The actual sect grounds of the Worthy Shore Society were much the same as the area surrounding it, with the exception that they inhabited the largest island in the area. In addition to that, the sect ground extended via bridges to many of the other rocky promontories in the area, filling out much of the surroundings. The area was clearly difficult to inhabit, since there was little soil for growing any sorts of plantlife which was the basis for the majority of food. Even fish were difficult to get for the most part, as accessing the deeper parts of the ocean required navigating the surrounding area.Like any sect who lived in harsh conditions, they were used to the struggles and found them worthwhile for the benefits. Defensive security was often one, but abundant natural energy was another. From the way Catarina was looking around with great interest, Anton expected there were either some natural or artificial formations involved in those aspects. The reception by the Worthy Shore Society was overall positive but reserved. It was obvious they shared some of the same sentiments about foreigners that the rest of the Exalted Archipelago did. Anton didnt blame them for that opinion, as from his observations cultivators in general were difficult to trust. Even if a majority were safe, he would trust a larger proportion of commoners than cultivators. People with power thought they could get away with more, and they were right up until they overestimated themselves in the wrong circumstances.There was something more to it than just distrusting new groups of cultivators, however, because they were specifically concerned about them being from outside the Exalted Archipelago. Anton wanted to ask about that, but doing so immediately didnt seem appropriate.The visiting cultivators were all given appropriate accommodations. They werent particularly fancy, but it didnt seem that the quarters for guests were particularly different in scope. Any other visitors would have received the same serviceable accommodations. As a Life Transformation cultivator, Catarina was an exception- though it hardly mattered since she would only be spending time in her room to sleep.The visitors were allowed access to a portion of the library. It didnt contain the core cultivation technique or combat techniques of the Worthy Shore Society, but it did have quite a few things available. Anton couldnt possibly read it all, but one of the librarians was a kindly woman who helped him find whatever he was looking for.I must ask. How do the people here feel about Everheart?Hes an asshole, Librarian Jala stated simply.Besides the universal constant, I meant. What are the opinions on his techniques and the like?Well. As he had a great proclivity for collecting and creating forbidden techniques, the opinion on such things varies. She shrugged, But everyone will admit his talent and knowledge.Ive studied most of the knowledge I could find, Anton admitted. Though I primarily found myself interested in his studies on how to teach people to advance through the early ranks of cultivation.I dont believe I have seen any of that, Jala admitted.It was mainly in one cache. Though there could have certainly been more here. He was a prolific traveler, so I assume he came to the Exalted Archipelago?Oh yes. He planted down a few of his tombs here. It was quite a surprise to everyone with the last one though. A great teleportation formation revealed itself. Difficult to hide, that.Nobody had noticed any of ours, either. Though I suppose we have more continuous landmass to hide things in. What do you know of Brogora? Most of our records of the Exalted Archipelago were destroyed centuries ago, in the previous invasion.She gave him a look which made Anton think that perhaps he had been too obvious. It would probably be best to read it for yourself.The debut release of this chapter happened at Nvl-B1n.Jala helped pick out a few choice records for Anton to read through. They were copies- probably copies of copies- but he expected they would be accurate to what information was available at the time. First were records of Everheart. It seemed he was actually from Brogora. The records spoke of many conflicts he had with various sects, but despite the attempt at a neutral tone by the author it was clear that they were at least a little happy that hed taken some arrogant sects down a few pegs. And of course he ran off with a bunch of their stuff.It was further back in the past than that for the time of the previous invasion. However, what was mentioned wasnt at all what Anton expected. He could hardly find a mention of ascension experts coming to take anything away. Instead, there were only cultivators of Brogora attacking the Exalted Archipelago to steal their resources for their own use- to empower themselves. Anton couldnt say that it didnt happen, but he still felt something was missing.I suppose I can see why you wouldnt be enthusiastic about our presence. But theres nothing here about the invasion of the ascended cultivators.Unfortunately, those records are private.I suppose so, if you were in the business of refining different techniques. You said you try to teach everyone to cultivate, right? Jala nodded. Finding something suited for everyone seems difficult. Or refining something that already exists.Well, I try. Though I cant say I have the ability to piece together a complete technique.Shouldnt expect that while in Essence Collection, she pointed out.A fair point, Anton admitted. He couldnt help but wonder if one of the elders would be able to fill in the missing hole of the hundreth star. It wouldnt be as satisfying as solving it themselves, but if it ultimately ended up with ascension cultivators from the Order well, that hardly mattered until after the invasion anyway. In truth, Antons main hesitation was appearing weak. The Worthy Shore Society might be decent folk, but other members of the Exalted Archipelago might want to take advantage of Brogora if they found they were lacking in complete techniques, and that they had fewer Life Transformation cultivators.-----I could open up the restricted section, Catarina offered when Anton explained his conundrum. Then you could see the best techniques.Thats not really what I had in mind, Anton admitted.The rest of the usual group was around. Timothy, Hoyt, Velvet, and even Alva.And the secret histories, Catarina prompted.Anton pursed his lips. I would certainly like to know that information, but breaking the rules of our hosts seems not only impolite, but very dangerous.Theyre not perfect, Catarina pointed out. Their formations arent on the level of Everheart.Nobodys formations are, Anton said.Not yet, Catarina acknowledged.Timothy spoke up next, I do agree that we should be concerned about the dangers. Here they are with vessels that could absolutely reach us, and yet they havent tried. Probing for information might anger them unintentionally, but theyre hiding something.Openly hiding things is better than not admitting it, Velvet said. Have you talks with the leadership revealed anything, Catarina?Besides the stuff about formations? No. I spent all my time studying them.And they let you? Velvet asked.I might have offered some improvements, she admitted. The thing is, they just dont have any formation masters here right now. In this particular sect, I meant. The formations should have been in a better state at some point and have been decaying. Which means they might have secrets I want. Catarina paused, Beyond the ones that directly affect the fate of our continent, I guess.I havent been denied access to the information yet, Anton admitted. Jala said the elders could take some time to make the decision. Its only been a few weeks. Given the chance, he would gladly continue reading in the library for a year or two- especially if he was going to copy more information. Reading was much faster than scribing, even as a cultivator. The mind was always faster than the body. Anton considered developing a technique to use multiple quills to fill a whole page or several pages at a time, but that might just result in wasted paper. Then again, he could devote a week or two to see if it panned out.What do you think, Fuzz? Alva asked. Are they good people?An affirmative bark at least made everyone feel better, though Anton wouldnt put all of his trust in Fuzz. And even if one group was fine, throughout the entire Exalted Archipelago there would certainly be more than just one group of pirates who wished them ill.
