[Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex – Heaven Severing Slash!!]
Straightforward—one word: Sever!
When this move, "Sever," is cultivated to its peak, it naturally condenses the Heaven Severing Sword Intent. To condense this sword intent, one must firmly believe that even if the heavens themselves stand in the way, the sword will cleave through them. Compared to other sword intents, the one in the Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex is the most direct, the most primal. One slash to determine life or death.
Yi Tianxing still vividly remembered the sword precept carved into the Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex:
In the world, there are countless sword techniques and infinite sword paths. Yet there exists no invincible sword art, no invincible sword intent—only unparalleled swordsmen, invincible sword cultivators. Sword techniques are born of slaughter, created to kill, and exist for survival. Born from bloodshed. In ancient times, there were no complex sword arts, only basic sword techniques—born from combat, tempered in blood. When cultivated to the extreme, even basic sword techniques become supreme sword paths. One sword to sever the heavens. One sword to shatter the skies. One sword to slay the gods.
That is the Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex—the most pure, most direct killing sword technique under heaven.
It exists only for slaughter.
"Break!!"
A fierce battle intent surged in Moro's heart. He clearly sensed the razor-sharp pressure emanating from that sword light. The edge of the sword intent pierced his body like a thousand blades flaying him alive.
But he didn't retreat. He didn't fear.
Only maddening battle intent flickered in his eyes—utter, terrifying madness.
The Shadow War Spear condensed in his hand, instantly taking the form of a battle spear. He hurled it straight toward that sky-piercing sword light, aiming to shatter and annihilate it completely.
Ding!!
Sword intent clashed with spear intent. Flesh collided with flesh. Battle Qi and True Essence crushed against each other.
One was the fusion of divine ability and combat technique.
The other was the most direct, primal killing sword path.
Though Moro had the physique of a titan, Yi Tianxing was also a powerful body cultivator.
BOOM!!
Massive forces collided, unleashing a terrifying shockwave. Ripples formed in the air as though space itself wavered. The clash resounded like thunder, countless sword lights and spear shadows entwining into a chaotic maelstrom. Everything in the vicinity was shredded to pieces—even the scattered fragments of flesh were torn apart again.
Shredded.
Reduced to blood mist.
Bang! Bang! Bang!!
In the brief standoff, Moro's entire body trembled violently. His steps instinctively staggered back three paces. Yi Tianxing's body only slightly leaned back before stabilizing instantly—then, he took three firm steps forward.
His war sword slashed out once more.
This time, it thrust straight at Moro's throat. The sword light gleamed like flowing silk, tearing through the void. A similarly sharp sword intent shimmered within.
"Kill!!"
Moro's expression turned cold. Another shadow spear materialized in his hand, and he once again clashed head-on with the sword.
Ding!!
At the instant of collision, Moro's expression changed. A terrifying shattering force surged into the shadow spear. The spear visibly began to crumble—inch by inch. The Collapse (崩 ) force continued down the shaft into his arm and body, causing him to stumble back again.
This time, he staggered three or four paces—each footfall leaving deep imprints in the ground.
[Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex – Heaven Collapsing Slash!!]
This sword move took the basic sword technique of Collapse to its absolute limit. "Collapse" contained an immense force of destruction—an explosive, shattering power. In truth, it was a form of vibration energy capable of breaking apart anything. The condensed Heaven Collapsing Sword Intent warped the surrounding space with each tremble of the blade. Under its influence, the sword's destructive power reached a terrifying level.
Even with Moro using his berserker divine powers, he was still forced to retreat under the pressure of the strike.
"Take another strike!"
Without hesitation, Yi Tianxing pursued him. Each time Moro retreated a step, Yi Tianxing advanced one step, keeping the distance exactly the same.
Swish!!
The war sword lashed out once more.
This strike was pure speed—a single technique: Thrust!!
This sword thrust tore through the air at an inconceivable speed, so fast it seemed to cross the entire world in a single breath.
Pfftt!!
Just as Moro formed his shadow spear again, the chilling sword light appeared before him.
A sharp sound of flesh being torn echoed. A streak of brilliant red burst from Moro's throat—the sword had pierced straight through.
It happened so fast—less than a second. The sheer velocity of the thrust left Moro no time to dodge. The red spray proved the sword's speed. This thrust was several times faster than the previous strikes.
[Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex – Heaven Piercing Slash!!]
This was the Heaven Piercing Sword Intent, evolved directly from the basic thrust technique—tyrannical and terrifying.
Thrusting may seem basic, but it is one of the most lethal and savage sword techniques. Its killing power is immense.
Three sword moves of the Heaven-Slaying Sword Codex.
One slash—blood soars!!
From the moment Moro attacked to the moment Yi Tianxing retaliated, barely a few breaths had passed. The intensity of the clash shocked everyone present—even the other demon warriors stared in disbelief.
The residual force alone was deadly.
When the sword pierced through Moro's throat, countless eyes narrowed, some gasping in horror.
In the void, Jia Xu and the others couldn't help but clap in admiration.
"What a sharp sword technique! What terrifying sword intent! It's so sharp it strikes fear into the soul. My Lord's sword carries a terrifying pressure. Each swing feels like facing the heavens themselves—too domineering, too vicious. Anyone lacking in courage would be paralyzed with fear. They'd offer their necks for execution," said Zhang Fei, stunned.
"The Heaven Severing Slash is the most domineering. The Heaven Collapsing Slash has the most explosive force. The Heaven Piercing Slash is the fastest—utterly unavoidable. Each strike is unmatched. Swordsmanship is usually agile, relying on finesse. Yet in our Lord's hands, it becomes the most direct slaughter technique—straightforward, born solely for killing. Every sword seeks to kill instantly," remarked Jia Xu gravely.
"That's our Lord! I personally saw him slay beasts by the thousands, covered in gore, never retreating. His spear back then was terrifying enough—but now his swordsmanship is even more lethal," said Nine-Lives, eyes ablaze with fervor.
"Is the demon commander really dead? Why do I feel something's not right..." Huang Chengyan muttered. The idea of a demon leader dying just like that still felt unbelievable.
"He killed the chieftain! Kill him!!"
"We can't let him escape! If he leaves unpunished, our entire tribe will become a joke. The other races will mock us. He killed our leader single-handedly! That shame will never fade!"
"Deploy the Demon-Sealing Web!!"
Rage surged among the demon warriors. Their chief had been slain right before their eyes. To let Yi Tianxing leave alive would bring eternal shame.
Suddenly, a massive black web descended from the sky toward Yi Tianxing. Blades gleamed on the net, glinting coldly. Any contact would bring deep, cruel lacerations.
The net was enormous, offering no room to evade.
It was about to fully envelop him—
Crack!!
A sword light flashed.
Like lightning, it cleaved the Demon-Sealing Web clean in two, leaving a gaping tear.
Yi Tianxing stepped forward, breaking free from the trap.
Pfftt! Pfftt! Pfftt!!
No hesitation.
Sever! Collapse! Pierce!!
The war sword slashed again and again. With every swing, a burst of blood followed.
Heads flew. Hearts were pierced. Bodies were shattered into flesh fragments.
Sword light streaked like flowing silk.
Every step forward, a demon warrior fell.
Each sword stroke—blood.
Each sword stroke—pure edge.
Sword light painted the night sky red.
Kill! Kill! Kill!!
Yi Tianxing's eyes held not a trace of mercy. Since they blocked his path—
Then they would die.
If they wouldn't let him leave—
He would carve a path of blood.
"For the honor of our ancestors—I will become the chain to bind this prey!!"
One troll warrior's face twisted in madness. He charged like a shadow through the darkness, speed terrifyingly fast, lunging at Yi Tianxing.
"Sever!!"
Yi Tianxing swung his sword coldly.
BOOM!!!
But just as the sword light was about to land, the troll warrior suddenly swelled—like an inflating balloon—then exploded.
A thunderous boom echoed.
A wave of devastating destruction surged outward, instantly engulfing Yi Tianxing.
Life Aperture – Sacrifice!!
This bizarre self-detonation reduced the demon's body and soul to nothing—leaving behind only a black iron chain, which instantly coiled around Yi Tianxing.