wavenovel Chapter 24 Preliminary explanation of Talisman
Chapter 24 Preliminary explanation of Talisman
The Jianlan Library remained peaceful and tranquil in the afternoon, and it was not long before Lin Zhuo finished get off work.
He had been intently watching the online course on rune literature taught by the Grand Master Lighthouse Guest, with a notebook and pen in his hand, occasionally following the Grand Master's guidance to solve equations by hand.
In just one class period, Lin Zhuo had grasped the most basic concepts of the subject and was no longer completely clueless.
According to Qigong masters, all things in the universe are transformed from primordial energy, which has five grades: mortal, spiritual, profound, immortal, and primordial. The essence and operating rules of each type of primordial energy correspond to a rune.
The talismanic symbols of the mortal realm are called "ghost drawings" because the strokes are scattered like the meandering marks left by ghostly toes treading sand. Of course, this is the name traditionally used by Qigong practitioners; sorcerers call these symbols "Guduo Lei Yu."
The most common and prevalent vital energy in the world is the energy of the mortal world, such as rainwater, gentle breeze, grass and trees, metal and stone, etc. The vital essence in the human body is also one of them. Other bodily structures, such as flesh and blood, bones, brain marrow, etc., all belong to this category.
The runes with mystical energy are called spiritual scripts. The strokes are neat and regular. In the mouths of sorcerers, they are also called animistic star language.
All things formed from this kind of primordial energy are extraordinary, such as various precious medicines that increase power, the shell materials of demons and spirits, rare and exotic iron nurtured by creation, and even the flames that can be seen everywhere in daily life belong to the wondrous primordial energy.
The next level of superior profound energy represents an extremely powerful existence, such as the light of the sun, moon, and stars, the true fire of the sun, the true water of heaven, the miraculous stone used to mend the heavens, and other ancient things from myths and legends. Its symbolic form is called the Dragon Chapter, also known as the Dragon Language, with its strokes being magnificent, solemn, complex, and natural.
The fourth-grade Immortal True Qi has already touched upon the fundamental power of the universe, namely primordial magnetism, physical energy, celestial distance, and celestial age. Its symbolic form is called the Imperial Script or the Ancient Sage's Words. It is said that the strokes are endless and cannot be fully described. If one can master this kind of primordial Qi, one can be listed as an Immortal Saint.
As for the fifth grade, the supreme and sublime Primordial Qi, this refers to the entire Great Dao of the universe. Its symbolic form is the Supreme Diagram, also known as the Creation Language. As the name suggests, if one masters this symbol, one will have the great power to create the world.
Among the legends circulating on the cross-network forums, the one most likely to know about the Supreme Diagram is none other than the Grand Mage Lighthouse Guest himself. Of course, the other creators of the cross-networks may also have possessed the Primordial Qi.
However, these claims are ultimately just players' speculations, lacking concrete evidence. Sometimes, the ambiguity of legends is precisely to leave room for imagination.
Besides the five types of primordial energy mentioned above, there exists another type of eerie and bizarre primordial energy in the world, collectively known as evil energy or demonic energy. Its runic knowledge is scattered and fragmented, lacking a systematic structure, but it is extremely dangerous. The Grand Master Lighthouse Keeper has never imparted this knowledge, so it remains a secret transmission to this day, and its specific details are unknown to the general public.
Lin Zhuo was very enthusiastic about the study of talismans, and he also knew that this path was extremely difficult and he was prepared to devote his whole life to it.
Lin Zhuo spread out a sheet of paper on the table, drew a rectangular coordinate system using ruler and compass, wrote down a series of equations and their ranges in the blank corner, and then began to convert the equations into geometric lines.
Carefully tracing with the tip of the pen, little by little, the scattered curves resemble the trail of a snake.
He is currently drawing a "magical symbol".
Runes can be divided into "true runes" and "law runes". The former is the root of primordial energy and represents the existence of things, while the latter is the method of primordial energy circulation and represents the form, movement, affinity and other attributes of things.
All phenomena in the world can be created using talismans. Mastering talisman characters allows one to perform magical arts and supernatural powers, while mastering true talisman characters opens up a whole new world, with an even greater level of difficulty in learning.
The Grand Master's online courses primarily teach talismanic characters, while genuine talismanic characters are like precious jewels, of great significance and not easily revealed to others. Even on a comprehensive online forum with abundant information, the transmission of genuine talismanic characters is extremely expensive and rare.
Nearly fifteen minutes later, Lin Zhuo stopped writing and looked at the finished product on the manuscript paper. Among a pile of exquisite and delicate auxiliary lines, like steel trusses, a clearly discernible scribbling appeared on the rectangular coordinate system.
This talisman has rich connotations and can probably represent the imagery of dampness or immersion.
Lin Zhuo carefully examined the symbol, taking it into his eyes. He watched as the originally dry manuscript paper inexplicably began to seep out dense dew, washing away the ink and spreading it into a pool of smudges, completely ruining the exquisite pattern.
Ordinary ink and paper were clearly unable to withstand the magic, and the rune destroyed itself.
Lin Zhuo, who had been staring intently at the talisman, blinked, trying to recall the strokes, but found that his memory had faded and he could no longer confirm the correct appearance of the talisman.
The runes of heaven and earth are like this, always like a fleeting glimpse of a wild goose in the snow, leaving no trace.
A complete talisman consists of three parts: its form, its meaning, and its pronunciation. Mathematical tools can be used to depict its form, and phonetic approximations can be used to record its pronunciation, but to truly understand it, one must grasp its semantic connotation.
Only when one's heart aligns with this method and one's emotions conform to this principle can one avoid losing or forgetting.
It's perfectly normal for Lin Zhuo to encounter this predicament where knowledge seems to run away on its own; every beginner goes through this.
So how did the veteran players on the forum solve this?
The answer is to elevate one's origin to something extraordinary, which is equivalent to upgrading the brain's hardware. This allows one to withstand the erosion of low-level runes, maintain memories for a long time, and repeatedly study and comprehend the rune shapes, thus increasing efficiency.
The most cost-effective solution for newcomers is to implant the bloodline template of an extraordinary creature. Lin Zhuo saw many guide posts recommending bloodline evolution routes, gradually elevating the origin from weak to strong.
Transplanting the bloodlines of various extraordinary beings has another advantage: depending on the innate affinity of the bloodline being, it makes one more sensitive to the semantics of a certain type of rune.
For example, fire-breathing divine birds like the Golden Crow and the Vermilion Bird are naturally affinity-to-fire elemental energy and have an exceptional understanding of runes that describe burning, vibration, and destruction. However, they also reject water elemental energy and find it extremely difficult to comprehend the celestial runes that convey the meanings of cold, cooling, and stillness.
Excellent bloodline compatibility can save a lot of learning time, but it also limits the types and directions of rune comprehension.
Therefore, choosing a bloodline evolution path largely determines a player's future career development path, and it requires careful consideration.
Lin Zhu tore off the soaked manuscript paper, crumpled it up, turned it into a pulp, and dumped it into the trash can to make sure it was completely destroyed.
I glanced at the time; it would be two o'clock in about a minute. The librarian worked six hours a day, and with a two-hour lunch break, it was time for him to go home.
He left his workstation, said goodbye to his colleagues, clocked out, and went out through the side door to the street outside the building, stretching in the warm afternoon lights and hot air of the city.
Lin Zhuo pondered the next steps.
The information obtained from questioning Qiao Mingyang can be used to trace the clues and find more members of his gang, until the mastermind behind it is completely exposed.
According to the librarian's own confession, every few days, a contact would come to the library to deliver intelligence, placing the envelope in a specific location in a covert manner, waiting for Qiao Mingyang to collect it.
To catch this contact, we need to keep a close eye on those locations where the letters are hidden. Perhaps we can come up with a reason to investigate the surveillance footage inside the museum to narrow down the target area.
However, this method is still a long-term approach, requiring too much time, and the energy invested is better used for practicing skills.
After all, Qiao Mingyang's accomplices will be having an offline gathering soon, and they can try to capture them all at once.
However, collecting information on these people would likely be quite troublesome. If the search is rigorous, it would be impossible to bring in items such as cell phones, voice recorders, or miniature cameras.
Players cannot store these uncertified items in their inventory. So we need to find another way.
Lin Zhuo pondered, "Perhaps I can use talismans to temporarily make items invisible. Hmm, I just need to prepare talisman paper and ink in advance."
Lin Zhuo was naturally happy to be able to apply what he learned from the online courses on the Zongwang Forum, as he felt it was not a waste of his life.
However, this meant that in order to make talisman paper and ink, he also had to learn some basic alchemy techniques, making his schedule even more packed.
"Why are my classes getting more and more packed..." Lin Zhuo pinched the bridge of his nose, but still grinned, seemingly enjoying it.