Chapter 39 Guidance II

“Since the era of Primordial Origin Immortal Venerable, the concepts of Space Path and Time Path have existed.

These two supreme paths govern space and time themselves and are among the oldest cultivation paths in history.

“However, that was only the beginning.

Over countless years, one cultivation path after another was created.

Some flourished for an era before fading into obscurity, while others endured through the ages and remain at the heart of cultivation even today.”

“During the Remote Antiquity Era, Primordial Origin Immortal Venerable founded the Qi Path, allowing Gu Masters to harness the qi of heaven and earth.

He also created the Enslavement Path, opening the way for cultivators to command countless beasts in battle.

Around the same period, Star Constellation Immortal Venerable established Wisdom Path and Star Path.

Many other cultivation paths were also born during that glorious age.”

“When the Olden Antiquity Era arrived, new paths continued to emerge.

Limitless Demon Venerable founded Rule Path, while Reckless Savage Demon Venerable created Transformation Path and Strength Path.

Wind Path and several other paths likewise appeared during that era.”

“By the Medieval Antiquity Era, the number of cultivation paths had grown even further.

Genesis Lotus Immortal Venerable founded Wood Path, Thieving Heaven Demon Venerable created Theft Path, and Giant Sun Immortal Venerable established Luck Path.

The birth of these great paths inspired the creation of countless others.”

“Even in the present era, new paths continue to appear.

Bone Path is a recent example, while Rule Path has gradually developed numerous branches, like Phantom Path and Restriction Path.”

Tie Xue Leng gently set down his wine cup.

“Of course, these are only the major cultivation paths.

There are also many lesser paths, such as Charm Path and Illusion Path, but there’s no need to discuss them today.”

Tie Xue Leng spoke with ease while Lin Feng quietly refilled his wine cup.

After emptying it in a single gulp, Tie Xue Leng continued, “Brother Lin, if you’re planning to choose a cultivation path, I do have a few suggestions.

There are several paths I think you should rule out from the very beginning.”

“Oh?

Which ones?” Lin Feng asked curiously.

“First is Strength Path.

It has existed since the earliest days of cultivation and has always been one of the most popular choices.

Strength Path Gu worms are inexpensive, easy to obtain, and highly practical, making them a popular choice among most Gu Masters.

But for that very reason, it’s also one of the hardest paths to truly master.

Most Strength Path Gu Masters spend their entire lives without ever rising above mediocrity.”

“In Southern Border today, the only truly outstanding Strength Path expert is Lady Wu Ji, the Wu clan leader.

She inherited a complete Strength Path inheritance, acquired many long-lost Strength Path Gu worms, and even possesses Rank Five Dragon Strength Gu as her vital Gu Worm.

Without such extraordinary opportunities, reaching her level would have been nearly impossible.”

Hearing this, Tie Yuning couldn’t help asking curiously, “Uncle, have you ever fought Lady Wu Ji?

Who’s stronger?

You or her?”

That inexplicable competitive spirit surfaced again.

Lin Feng smiled and shook his head.

Tie Xue Leng looked slightly embarrassed, but quickly recovered.

“Wu Ji is stronger.

The ancient Strength Path inheritance she obtained is extraordinary.

It is the inheritance of a Strength Path Gu Immortal, and her combat strength is among the greatest in Southern Border.

I am no match for her.”

“I see…” Tie Yuning’s expression was visibly disappointed.

To ease the awkward atmosphere, Lin Feng asked, “Then what about the other paths?

Are there any others that aren’t suitable for cultivation?”

Tie Xue Leng glanced at Lin Feng gratefully before continuing, “Many clans in Southern Border are rather shortsighted.

For the sake of the clan, they force their descendants to cultivate obscure and unpopular paths.

While this may benefit the clan, it limits the future of those Gu Masters.

In my opinion, it is an irresponsible approach.”

“If you’re choosing a path, I suggest avoiding those ancient or long-declined paths.

The Five Element Paths, such as Metal Path, Wood Path, Water Path, Fire Path, Earth Path, along with Wind Path, Lightning Path, and Bone Path, are all good choices.

As for Sword Path, it looks impressive, but few people ever make a name for themselves with it.

Enslavement Path consumes enormous resources, while Wisdom Path places extremely high demands on talent and inheritance.

In my opinion, you should focus on Bone Path instead of pursuing too many paths.

Bone Path is an excellent choice.”

Lin Feng nodded.

“Just as Brother Tie said, I also believe Bone Path suits me well.

More importantly, most Bone Path Gu feed on milk or milk spring water, making them relatively easy to raise.”

Lin Feng’s humble attitude pleased Tie Xue Leng, who continued, “After choosing your cultivation path, you should also decide your area of specialization.

Generally speaking, there are six main roles: offense, defense, healing, storage, movement, and support.”

“Tie Yuning is a Healing Path Gu Master, commonly known as a healer.

Healers enjoy a high status wherever they go.

Storage Gu Masters are usually called logistics Gu Masters, and every force depends on them.”

“As for me, I’m a support type Investigation Gu Master.

My core Gu are Shared-Sense Gu and Cactus Pointer Gu.

Normally, reconnaissance Gu Masters are not particularly skilled in direct combat, but I’m a special case.

I also possess Demon-Suppressing Iron Chain Gu and Problem Nipped in the Bud Gu as my trump cards, so my combat strength far surpasses that of ordinary offensive Gu Masters of the same rank.”

Lin Feng chuckled.

“I probably won’t become a Healing Path Gu Master.

I don’t have that kind of patience.

Reconnaissance doesn’t really suit me either, and neither do logistics or defense.

I still prefer offense.”

Tie Yuning pouted, thinking to herself, What’s wrong with Healing Path Gu Masters?

Why do you sound so reluctant?

However, judging by Lin Feng’s decisive and straightforward temperament, he really was better suited to an offensive role.