Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race
Chapter 196 - 196 121 Dealing with the Barbarian Tribe_2

196: 121 Dealing with the Barbarian Tribe_2 196: 121 Dealing with the Barbarian Tribe_2 Barbarian tribe members, regardless of gender, possess relatively stronger physical bodies.

Once a human cultivator is approached by a barbarian of the same rank, the odds of survival are slim.

Thunder Method, Ice System Spells, Poisons, and Fire System Divine Powers prove quite effective against Barbarian Cultivators.

Besides, this tome also records the weaknesses of the Barbarian Totem Techniques.

The Cold Flame Sect has printed a large number of copies and distributed them to the cultivators on the front lines.

Compared to the Barbarian Tribe, the Human Clan’s techniques and secret arts vary widely, including Sword Cultivators, Sound Cultivators, Bug Cultivators, Poison Cultivators, Law Cultivators, Body Cultivators, Ghost Cultivators, Puppet Masters, and so on, with a multitude of methods at their disposal.

The Barbarians have relatively fewer tactics.

Shen Long found it extremely interesting; the tome also detailed experiences of Foundation Establishment Cultivators in combating Barbarian Cultivators.

Barbarian Cultivators from different tribes had different techniques and strengths.

The Barbarian Cultivators from the Skywolf Tribe who employ Totem Techniques greatly amplify their physical strength, whereas those from the Thunder Hawk Tribe are known for their swift reactions and exceptional agility.

After a while, the door to the room opened, and Chu Yannan walked in.

She was currently at the Foundation Establishment Late Stage.

“Fairy Chu, you’ve arrived early.”

Shen Long put away the book, flashed a light smile at Chu Yannan, and said, “Fairy Chu, you’ve arrived early.”

“Taoist Friend Shen invited me, so naturally I should come a little early.

It seems the other Taoist Friends haven’t arrived yet.”

Chu Yannan replied with a gentle smile and took a seat.

Shen Long poured her a cup of Spiritual Tea and said, “By the way, Fairy Chu, how comes your brother isn’t with you?”

“He was injured by the Barbarians and hasn’t fully recovered yet,” she explained.

Shen Long nodded in realization and started chatting casually with Chu Yannan.

Chu Yannan intended to confront a Foundation Establishment Stage Barbarian Cultivator relying on her Magic Artifact and Spirit Beast.

“By the way, Taoist Friend Shen, do you have any Spirit Beasts or Spirit Insects with strong bloodlines?

I’m willing to pay a high price to buy from you,” Chu Yannan said.

Her years of nurtured Spirit Beast had been killed by a Barbarian Cultivator, and without a second-order Spirit Beast by her side, she lacked confidence when facing Barbarian Cultivators.

“I don’t, strong bloodlines?

At most second-order.

If you’re interested, I can ask Junior Brother Qian to keep an eye out for you.

We’re friends, after all; no need for a high price,” Shen Long responded.

“Alright, I will have to trouble you then.

Mostly because my Spirit Beast was killed by a Barbarian Cultivator, and facing them without my Spirit Beast, I am no match for the Barbarians,” Chu Yannan said.

The Spirt Control Sect excels in Insect Repelling and Controlling Beast Taming, so a recommendation of a Spirit Beast or Spirit Insect from a disciple of the Sect would surely not be inferior.

“It’s no trouble at all, it seems Barbarian Cultivators are indeed formidable,” Shen Long said with a smile.

“Barbarian Cultivators are indeed formidable, but Taoist Friend Shen’s strength is not weak either.

I believe that if you were to confront a Barbarian Cultivator, they would be no match for you,” said Chu Yannan.

“I agree with that observation.

A great teacher can produce outstanding disciples.

Senior Lin has amazing Divine Skills, and Taoist Friend Shen is the third-ranked in the Xuanyang Ceremony, so your strength must be formidable,” a hearty male voice chimed in.

As the voice faded, a burly man in a red robe with thick eyebrows and large limbs stepped in.

“Taoist Friend Xia, you’ve arrived,” Shen Long greeted with a slight smile as he spoke.

The man in the red robe was named Xia Yihu, hailing from the Xia Family of Golden Flame Valley, a Cultivator family affiliated with the Cold Flame Sect.

With over a dozen Core Formation Cultivators, the Xia Family possessed substantial strength and deep heritage.

“Taoist Friend Shen, why do you stay within Tiandan Palace refining elixirs all the time?

You should also confront the Barbarian Cultivators from time to time,” boomed Xia Yihu’s loud voice.

“Taoist Friend Shen is an Alchemist, and contributing through Alchemy is valuable too.

It’s not as if one must personally face Barbarian Cultivators to make a contribution,” a pleasant female voice joined the conversation.

At that moment, Bai Keke entered the room.

Shen Long invited the two to sit down and they began to chat casually.

One after another, Foundation Establishment Cultivators arrived until more than thirty were gathered in the private room.

Once everyone had assembled, Shen Long raised his cup and announced, “I propose a toast to all of you.”

Upon his words, all the Cultivators raised their cups to reciprocate the toast to Shen Long.

As the tipple settled in their stomachs, Shen Long and the others started chatting, with the conversation largely revolving around the war.

“I’ve heard that the Barbarians have begun sending people deep into our Human Clan territory to wreak havoc, causing us significant destruction,” Xia Yihu mentioned.

The border between the Human Clan and the Barbarian Tribe is extensive and cannot all be covered by formations, giving Barbarian Cultivators the opportunity to send people deep into Human Clan territories to cause turmoil by striking at supply depots and severing supply lines.

“We can also send people to wreak havoc in their territories!

A tooth for a tooth!” Bai Keke suggested.

“Fairy Bai might not be aware, but the Barbarians use Half-Barbarians or members of the Human Clan to create chaos.

It’s difficult for us to defend against that.

As soon as a Human Cultivator appears on Barbarian lands, the Barbarians immediately attack viciously, making it hard to infiltrate.

Moreover, the Barbarian Totem Techniques are quite formidable.

If we get caught, escaping would be difficult,” Shen Long explained.

Xia Yihu explained.

“The offspring of Barbarian Cultivators and Human Cultivators are called Half-Barbarians.

Half-Barbarians have the traits of the Human Clan and can cultivate the Five Elements Techniques or other techniques, engage in Alchemy, Artifact Refining, Talisman Crafting, and Array Setting just like Human Cultivators.

The Barbarian Tribe fosters Half-Barbarians, sends them back to the Human Clan’s territory to gather intelligence and collect Cultivation Resources, and cause disruptions during wartime.”

On the other hand, it is practically impossible for Human Cultivators to infiltrate deep into Barbarian territories and cause trouble.

Sneaking into important locations is extremely difficult, and once discovered, they would be hunted by the Barbarians.

“Indeed!

Two months ago, one of my clan brothers and some Taoist Friends were ordered to take down a small Barbarian Tribe.

They were discovered as soon as they approached.

The Barbarians had raised quite a few Spirit Insects and Spirit Beasts on the periphery, which were advanced enough to be undetectable by Divine Sense, making it extremely difficult to defend against.”

Chu Yannan said.

“Considering the time, in a few days, we will have to confront the Barbarians again.

It’s still uncertain whether we can come back alive.”

Xia Yihu sighed.

“Taoist Friend Xia is too pessimistic, the Barbarians aren’t as formidable as you say.”

Shen Long consoled.

“It depends on which tribe’s Barbarian Cultivators we are up against.

Those from smaller tribes generally aren’t very powerful, but those from larger tribes tend to be stronger.”

Chu Yannan said.

Large Barbarian tribes command smaller ones, similar to how Cultivation sects have affiliated Cultivation families.

Cultivators from larger sects tend to be stronger.

Of course, smaller powers can also have strong individuals, but they are few in number.

Over an hour later, the banquet dispersed, and the Cultivators returned to their respective homes.

As soon as Shen Long got back to the Spirt Control Garden, he was summoned by Ice Silkworm True Person.

“Disciple pays his respects to Master.”

Shen Long bowed and said.

“How goes the task at Tiandan Palace?”

Ice Silkworm True Person asked, her tone gentle.

“Thanks to Master’s blessings, your disciple is doing quite well.”

Shen Long replied.

“You’ve been in Refuse Barbarian City for a while now, how much do you know about the Barbarian Cultivators?”

Ice Silkworm True Person continued to inquire.

Shen Long did not hide anything and answered truthfully.

“Master, are we going to have another small conflict with the Barbarian Cultivators in a few days?”

Shen Long curiously asked.

Ice Silkworm True Person nodded and asked, “Why?

Do you wish to participate in the battle?”

“Your disciple would like to test his skills against the Barbarian Cultivators.

It’s been somewhat monotonous, just focusing on Alchemy.”

Shen Long stated.

“Alright, then when the time comes, you can go and test your skills against them.

I will be watching over you.”

Ice Silkworm True Person agreed.

“Thank you for granting me this opportunity, Master.”

Shen Long expressed his gratitude eagerly.

“By the way, I’ve heard that you’ve become quite close to the descendant of Taoist Friend Bai recently.

Do you fancy her?”

Ice Silkworm True Person asked.

“No, we’re just ordinary friends.”

Shen Long shook his head.

“If you do fancy her, just tell me, and I can speak to Taoist Friend Bai about a marriage proposal.”

Ice Silkworm True Person said pleasantly.

“Yes, thank you, Master.”

Shen Long agreed.

After Ice Silkworm True Person gave a few more instructions, she dismissed Shen Long.

Returning to his residence, Shen Long sat down to meditate and regulate his breath.

Three days quickly passed, and early one morning, Shen Long left his residence and went to the city wall.

A series of loud beast roars could be heard, and a large dark mass appeared on the distant horizon, rapidly approaching Refuse Barbarian City.

Shen Long’s expression became solemn as he looked into the distance.

A pack of giant wolves came into view, each wolf ridden by a Barbarian Cultivator, while in the sky flew giant eagles, each with a Barbarian Cultivator on their back.

A Green Giant Wolf and a Silver Thunderhawk stood out among them, both of Tier 3.

Gu Bing stood on the head of the Green Giant Wolf, his expression cold and detached.

A burly man in golden robes, broad-faced and big-eyed, stood on the back of the Silver Thunderhawk.