The Rich Cultivator-Chapter 29. Apprentice Formation Examination

If it is any other Cultivator at 3rd stage of Qi refining Realm got consciousness of 9th stage of Qi refining Realm their body would have exploded.

But Tyler’s Body already has been nourished by Dragon Scales along with elemental body art. So his constitution is strong enough to hold such pure spiritual sense above his level.

Tyler slept Peacefully in his immortal Boat. Above him a ghost is floating and looking at the scenery of the outside world with curiosity and joy. Having been trapped in the village for many years, she loves to see the outside world.

"Can’t believe Junior Brother Eloped with a Ghost." Chen Xi said.

"His tastes are weird." Chi said while looking at Mana’s petite figure.

"He was lucky enough to get a ghost contract." Priscilla said.

They soon reached the sect. Afterwards, they wrote a brief report of their adventure and submitted it.

"Writing a report is a pain in the neck." Tyler said.

"But it is necessary. Also it is just small summaries, we don’t have to write all of them." Priscilla said.

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The power surged through all his organs. Tyler let out a roar as his dragon scale began to appear.

4th stage of Qi refining Realm

Even without doing anything, Tyler can feel his realm rising again. It is because of Mana. Mana loves to eat spirit stones. Once in a while she would take one and eat it like it is the most delicious food in the world.

Because of this Tyler doesn’t even need to meditate. He only needs to use Lake View Art to coordinate with the energy that his Ghost Spirit digests.

It’s been a week since he returned. Tyler’s normal boring Cultivation life began. He is still focusing on making formations. But unlike others, Tyler’s talent in Formation is little average.

So after finishing the classes he would check on his business updates, then create basic formations again and again.

Most Cultivators who are studying Formations should be very focused because once the formation fails they might have to start again with fresh materials. Tyler doesn’t need to care about the materials being wasted. Along with Tyler, the Ghost Spirit Mana also tried to study the Formation. But after going through two pages of theory she fell asleep.

Formation Master should be skilled in controlling complex patterns of energy, using a variety of magical items, symbols, or rituals to create their formations. Tyler got the basics of it.

Next day, as usual Tyler went to his classes. Today he took the Apprentice Formation Master Exam.

Formation Masters are divided into many. Apprentice Formation Master, Intermediate Formation Master, Advanced Formation Master and So on.

At the apprentice formation level, practitioners understand basic formations and can create simple arrays for common uses like protection, basic traps, or small-scale energy manipulation.

"Welcome to the today Apprentice Formation Master Exam. Remember the Applications of entry level." A woman with a charming appearance stood on the stage as she told every disciples who came to take the Apprentice Formation Master exam. Her name is Kagura. An Advanced Formation Master.

Tyler silently recalled what he studied. Applications of entry level are simple. Basic Defence, Basic Traps and Energy Regulation.

Basic Defence where one can create simple defensive barriers to protect themselves or others. Basic Traps where Apprentices can set simple traps to capture or slow down enemies and Energy Regulation where one might work with others to help manage energy flow in more complex formations, contributing to larger projects under supervision.

"I know every Apprentice Formation Masters face several challenges as they progress like Limited Knowledge, limited energy reserves. But the path to higher mastery requires time, effort, and dedication. I Hope I can give everyone here an Apprentice Formation Master Badge." Kagura said as she opened her palm revealing a small green badge.

Everyone looked at the badge with anticipation. Kagura clapped her hands and asked everyone to take a seat. They all sat in the lotus position behind a box. Each person received their own box for writing. Then, Kagura handed out question papers and blank sheets to everyone.

"First test Theory." Kagura said.

Tyler took the question paper and began to read.

Section 1: Theoretical Knowledge (20 points)

1. What is the primary purpose of a defensive formation? (2 points)

A) Trap enemies

B) Protect against external threats

C) Enhance cultivation

D) Manipulate time and space

2. Which of the following elements is typically required to create a basic formation? (2 points)

A) Rune stones

B) Incense

C) Chanting

D) All of the above

Just like that there are 5 basic questions in section 1. After answering the questions he looked at Section 2.

Section 2: Short Answers (30 points)

6. Explain the basic components of a standard energy-regulation formation. (5 points)

7. Describe the process of creating a simple defensive formation, including key steps and materials used. (5 points)

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Even though it is difficult, he somehow wrote the answers. He submitted the answer sheet at the last minute. He is sure he will get a pass mark.

After the Theory exam is a practical exam.

Kagura once again walked to the stage. She then clapped her hands. From the ceiling, a bolt of lightning appeared and attacked the wooden box before them and shattered into pieces. Everyone here are Cultivators so they easily avoided the shards from the box. Inside the broken boxes a set of formation materials were revealed. The lightning bolt was perfectly controlled, the materials didn’t even get a scratch.

"Create A Basic Defense formation to withstand the same attack. You have ten minutes." Kagura said as the ceiling began to gather up the energy and aimed at each candidate.

Tyler took the paper which is placed along with formation material and read.

Objective: Design and implement a simple defensive formation to protect a designated area.

Materials Provided: Rune stones, Energy crystals, Formation diagrams and Other common tools for formation creation.

All of them quickly began to gather materials and started forming the formation.

Some Cultivators are sweating profusely. As they couldn’t concentrate at all.

"If you feel you couldn’t do it, then you can leave the test area. The lightning won’t strike." Kagura said calmly. Everyone heard that. Few people left hurriedly.

When Tyler was assembling a formation, someone near him shouted in misery, "Oh No... I accidentally wasted a material. "

He then turned towards Kagura for help.

Kagura shook her head and said, "You can only use materials provided in the test area."

"Darn it." He left the test area.

Kagura then shook her head in disappointment and looked at others.

Tyler finished his Basic defence formation and tried to activate it. But one of the materials exploded.

Everyone looked at him with pity, but that was just for a second, before they turned around and continued concentrating on their formation.

Kagura thought Tyler would leave. But Tyler just looked at his formation and began to ponder. Then he moved towards the formation material that was left behind the participants who quit and collected their materials.

Everyone noticed Tyler’s action and looked at Kagura to see if she would scold him.

One of the Cultivators stood up and asked, "Master Kagura, Isn’t that illegal?"

Formation Master, Pill Master are addressed as ’Master’ to show respect. It is not the same as ’Master’ in ’Master- Disciple’.

Kagura didn’t scold Tyler. Instead she smiled at him, "As I said before, You can only use materials provided in the test area. That candidate didn’t take Materials outside the test area, right?"

The people who left because of damage in materials heard what Master Kagura said and their faces turned green.

Tyler used extra material to create even better formation. He created a hexagonal formation with six grounding points at the vertices, each with a metal rod extending into the ground. The central anchor is a large grounding crystal, and the outer barrier consists of energy waves that reflect incoming lightning. Absorption runes are inscribed throughout the formation to manage any residual electrical energy, ensuring safety and stability within the protected area.

"Ok Times Up." Suddenly Master Kagura said, The Lightning Bolts from the ceiling mercilessly shot at the Cultivators inside the test area.

Everyone activated their formation. Tyler, including all of them, were able to easily defend the lightning.

Everyone cheered.

" Congratulations on passing this test." Kagura smiled at them.

"Now to the next one." She said,

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Author notes :

Am really sorry for the late release. I hope you people forgive this lowly one.

As an apology, Here is the remaining questions from the theory exam section 1. (⁠^⁠～⁠^⁠;⁠)⁠ゞ

3. What is a common use of a healing formation? (2 points)

A) Boosting cultivation speed

B) Accelerating recovery from injuries

C) Strengthening the mind

D) Expanding lifespan

4. Which of the following is a method to increase the power of a formation? (2 points)

A) Using higher-quality materials

B) Adding additional layers

C) Increasing the energy input

D) All of the above

5. In which situation would you use a trapping formation? (2 points)

A) To contain dangerous beasts

B) To prevent enemies from escaping

C) To secure valuable resources

D) All of the above