After some adjustments, the Shrek teachers and students were quickly ready to begin the Soul Duel Competition.
Flander seemed to want to publicize the excellent performance of the Shrek students, so he specifically found a relatively large arena within the academy and called on many people within the academy to watch. This would have a certain motivating effect on the students within the academy.
Of course, due to the special identities of some students, everyone wore masks when entering the arena.
After some communication, the participants were Tang San, Dai Mubai, Yu Tianheng, Zhu Zhuqing, Oscar, Qin Shuang, and Ning Rongrong.
Yang Xiong, Dugu Yan, and Ma Hongjun did not participate.
When Zhao Wuji and Flander entered the arena, they almost stunned everyone.
Flander's soul power level was 83, making him a rare Flying Type Soul Douluo.
But Zhao Wuji had actually reached level 87, leaving everyone somewhat dumbfounded. After all, Zhao Wuji was two levels lower than Flander back then, so how could he be so much higher now?
Those in the know seemed to look at Yang Xiong intentionally or unintentionally. Ever since the Soul Master Competition that year, Zhao Wuji had followed Yang Xiong to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. No one expected his soul power speed within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to be so fast.
Ignoring the surprised gazes of the crowd, Flander explained the rules of the competition for both sides. The seven Shrek members needed to withstand the attacks of Zhao Wuji and Flander for the duration of three incense sticks.
As Liu Erlong announced the start of the competition, Flander and Zhao Wuji immediately launched a fierce attack.
Zhao Wuji charged towards the formation of the seven Shrek members like a raging bear.
Yu Tianheng and Dai Mubai exchanged glances and instantly transformed into a giant White Tiger and a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, charging towards Zhao Wuji, wanting to block his brutal attack method.
But Zhao Wuji's strength was much more formidable than they had imagined. With just a swing of his fists, Dai Mubai and Yu Tianheng were instantly forced back.
Tang San reacted extremely quickly. Countless Blue Silver Grass instantly appeared on the ground, wrapping around Zhao Wuji like a giant cage, trying to stop him from advancing.
However, the difference in soul power between Zhao Wuji and Tang San was too great. Tang San's Blue Silver Grass only lasted for less than a second before all of it shattered.
Yang Xiong carefully observed Tang San's Blue Silver Grass. Compared to five years ago, its toughness seemed to have improved slightly, and even its toxicity had become a bit stronger.
Unfortunately, Zhao Wuji's strength was too formidable, especially his defense and strength, which were outstanding. He was probably among the top existences among Soul Douluos.
Therefore, Tang San's Blue Silver Grass couldn't even break through Zhao Wuji's defense.
Yang Xiong felt that Tang San should have reached level 60 long ago, and his soul power seemed much stronger and more condensed than when he first entered level 60.
Seeing Zhao Wuji charging recklessly, Dai Mubai and Yu Tianheng both used their amplification soul skills.
Dai Mubai used his Fifth Soul Skill, White Tiger Demon God Transformation, while Yu Tianheng used his Fourth Soul Skill, Blue Lightning Divine Dragon Rush.
Compared to Zhao Wuji's reckless charge, Flander was even more difficult to deal with. He was already a Soul Douluo level powerhouse, and he could also fly at extreme speed, making him impossible for others to handle.
The only way was for Tang San to control Qin Shuang and Zhu Zhuqing through his Blue Silver Grass, which would allow them to barely contend with Flander.
Of course, as soon as the competition began, Ning Rongrong quickly erected her Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda to provide support to everyone present. Otherwise, with the difference in soul power between the two sides, the seven Shrek members would not be able to hold on at all.
Normally, one incense stick lasts about 10 minutes, and the time for three incense sticks passed quickly.
The seven Shrek members were only able to barely cope due to their formidable combat talent and the ultimate support from Oscar and Ning Rongrong.
Especially after Oscar used his Mirror Image Sausage, he directly simulated Tang San's Blue Silver Grass. The Blue Silver Grass instantly covered the sky and earth, and he didn't care about the consumption of soul power, just desperately holding on.
Fighting until the last moment, Tang San understood that simply using Blue Silver Grass was not enough to deal with these two Soul Douluos, so he finally used his Clear Sky Hammer.
After Tang San used his Clear Sky Hammer, the power of each move and stance was significantly stronger. The Clear Sky Hammer was extremely powerful, especially since each hammer strike was subtly connected, and the technique was extremely exquisite.
The seven members of Shrek quickly changed tactics, assisting Tang San in charging his Clear Sky Hammer, which was the charging process for the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique.
Finally, after Tang San's Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique reached ninety-nine strikes, the entire Clear Sky Hammer seemed to become incredibly heavy, filled with boundless strength, like a black giant dragon.
Even Zhao Wuji felt immense pressure and directly used his Seventh Soul Skill, Martial Soul True Body, instantly transforming into a massive Vajra Bear, which took Tang San's blow head-on.
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After three sticks of incense burned, although the Shrek seven were clearly at a disadvantage, they managed to hold on, albeit barely. Of course, this was also due to Flander and Zhao Wuji holding back. If those two had truly fought with all their might, it was unknown to what extent they could have fought.
In the end, Flander declared the match a draw, and the Shrek seven finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Looking at the performance of the Shrek members, Yang Xiong couldn't help but sigh.
Compared to the original work, the strength of almost everyone in the Shrek Seven Monsters had significantly decreased. Only Oscar and Ning Rongrong were slightly stronger than in the original work.
Tang San's combat power was indeed very good, and purely in terms of soul power, he was quite a bit higher than in the original work.
In the original work, Tang San was only at level 59 at this point, but judging from the current situation, he should have already reached level 60 long ago. He likely didn't acquire a soul ring after reaching level 60 and cultivated for a period of time first. It's estimated that he planned to acquire a soul ring after this gathering ended, and his true soul power level should be around level 61.
Moreover, Tang San's Blue Silver Grass had not undergone a second awakening into the Blue Silver Emperor, so its toughness was ultimately insufficient.
And most importantly, Tang San had not awakened the Blue Silver Domain, nor had he obtained the Kiling God Domain. This was the real gap.
As for everyone else besides Tang San, their strength had severely decreased.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing were only at the Soul King realm now, which was a major realm lower than in the original work. Even their combat talent was quite a bit weaker than in the original work.
As for Ma Hongjun, it was unknown if he still had hope of cultivating to the advanced Soul Master realm in this life. Without the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower, the Evil Fire on Ma Hongjun was clearly a bit out of control, and even his mental state was somewhat affected.
Of course, Yang Xiong and Ma Hongjun didn't have much personal relationship, so it was impossible for him to give him the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower.
Compared to the Shrek seven, Yu Xiaogang, who was off to the side, looked extremely pleased. Tang San had performed very well in this match, and his combat power was also outstanding.
In particular, the power of Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer was astonishing, and his hammering technique was very skilled and exquisite, which was one of the key reasons they were able to last for three sticks of incense.
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After the match ended, everyone surrounded Oscar, each looking as if they had seen a monster.
Dai Mubai and Oscar had the best relationship. They had joined Shrek Academy at the same time and spent the most time together.
Dai Mubai put his arm around Oscar's shoulder, looking exceptionally excited: "Little Oscar, you're amazing. In just five years, you've really made people look at you differently. I didn't expect your cultivation speed to increase so much, and you actually have offensive power now. You can really be a Battle Soul Master in the future."
Oscar smiled broadly: "Boss Dai, you're too kind. No matter how I try to become stronger, there's still a big gap compared to you Battle Soul Masters."
Tang San seemed a bit puzzled: "Oscar, I think your Sixth Soul Skill is very good. I've read many books on Soul Masters, but I've never seen a Food Type Soul Master have a similar soul skill."
Oscar didn't dwell on it: "Brother Xiong helped me analyze all of this."
"After I graduated, Brother Xiong consulted a large amount of Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect data and made a cultivation plan for me. These past few years, Qin Shuang, another friend, and I have been training outside."
"My Sixth Soul Ring was also suggested by Brother Xiong. It's from a 20,000-year-old Mirror Shadow Beast. It can give me the ability to replicate Battle Soul Masters."
Everyone was amazed upon hearing this, not expecting such a soul beast to exist.
Yu Xiaogang, however, looked serious: "Oscar, is your Sixth Soul Ring really from a Mirror Shadow Beast?"
Oscar nodded, looking exceptionally happy: "It is indeed from a Mirror Shadow Beast. I was also lucky to have found one with a very suitable age."
Tang San asked Yu Xiaogang with a face full of confusion, "Teacher, is this Mirror Shadow Beast very special? I don't think I've ever heard you mention it."
A hint of bitterness appeared on Yu Xiaogang's face. "Little San, I've only seen it in records. Mirror Shadow Beasts are extremely rare, and they only grow in the Far North."
"You should know how dangerous the Far North is. The temperature there is extremely low, and ordinary Soul Masters simply cannot withstand the cold. The entire Far North is practically a Life Forbidden Zone, its danger level no less than the Star Dou Great Forest."
"And Mirror Shadow Beasts usually grant Soul Masters replication-type Soul Skills. I never expected a food-type Soul Master absorbing a Mirror Shadow Beast's Soul Ring would gain this kind of skill. It seems Oscar's luck is very good."
Everyone was incredibly amazed upon hearing this. Looking at Oscar's face and physique, he did indeed look much more weathered and even stronger compared to five years ago. It seemed Oscar had truly undergone extremely rigorous and even dangerous training during these years.
After this competition, everyone gathered together to chat and talk about their experiences from all corners of the world over the years. Each person had their own training and life, which all seemed very exciting.
Dugu Yan and Yu Tianheng were already preparing to get married. Their outstanding talents and strong alliance were not just because they loved each other, but also a union of two major families.
It was clear they were very happy. In the Soul Master world, finding a partner who is so well-matched in both talent and family background is extremely rare.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing also appeared exceptionally close. It seemed they too were likely to have good news soon. After shedding the struggle for the throne, Dai Mubai seemed to possess even more heroic spirit.
Zhu Zhuqing also looked very happy, with less melancholy than five years ago.
Everyone teased Oscar and Qin Shuang about when they would get together, making Qin Shuang a little embarrassed, while Oscar had a look of full confidence.
The few young girls kept whispering to each other, especially Ning Rongrong, who looked at Yang Xiong with a seemingly disgusted expression, leaving Yang Xiong speechless.
Of course, everyone also deeply missed Xiao Wu, who had left, especially the young girls. Back then, Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu were practically sisters.
Dai Mubai seemed to want to tease Oscar and actually pulled Oscar into an arm-wrestling match to test their strength.
As a result, Oscar used a drop of Yang Xiong's blood and immediately became like a blood-red giant. Under the effect of multiple amplification Soul Skills, even Dai Mubai was somewhat suppressed.
The others became even more interested. Several grown men were actually comparing strength with their shirts off.
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