[ Skill Acquired: Hydro-genesis (Ultimate) ]
[ Hydro-genesis (Ultimate): Allows the chosen Sea God's vessel to create Oceanic lifeforms by manipulating, synthesizing, and dividing the genes of other existing species.
Aegis read through the description, stunned.
As the minute information about this ability settled into his mind, he realized this Ultimate Skill was truly overpowered. Not only could he create oceanic lifeforms by manipulating genes, but he could also strengthen himself and his Followers by optimizing their biology.
For future survival and the growth of the Aquabyss Domain, there simply couldn't exist a better ability than this. He could now solve his need for better followers and defenses by engineering them directly.
As Aegis got down from the tower, the Leviathan Serpent welcomed him with a genial smile.
"Sss, The Sea God chose the perfect heir. I can see it in you, boy. You have both wits and luck. There can't be any terrifying combination than this," it said, hissing sharply.
"Can you tell me more about the Sea God? How did he die?" Aegis asked the critical question, hoping the Guardian would break its oath now that the trial was complete.
It answered with a remorseful sigh. "I can't tell you that. But he was a great Ruler. Always cared for his people. And ruthless to his enemies."
"Since you won't tell me, I am leaving..." Aegis said, pretending to be annoyed, already turning toward the portal entrance.
The Guardian quickly stopped him by gently tapping its tail against the ground. "Stop, boy. Before I disappear, I wish to give you something."
Aegis raised a curious eyebrow. "What's that?"
The Guardian summoned a dull gray object from the depths of the lake. It shimmered faintly as it rose to the surface, landing gently at Aegis's feet.
It greatly resembled a Clamshell. But it was not ordinary at all.
[ Object Identified: Seashell Of Nirvana ]
[ Description: This item is an extremely rare part of an Immortal Leviathan. Can be used to bring the dead back to life by Reincarnation. ]
[ Note: The target's Soul will be reincarnated within a random vessel ]
Aegis stared at the item, mouth agape.
This was a legendary artifact capable of resurrection. This was an asset far beyond any blueprint or Sky Crystal.
He knew instantly that this item was meant for a single, profound purpose.
"Thank you, Guardian," Aegis said with sincere respect.
"I received it from my grandfather. As an Immortal species, he had lived for eons, and yet he couldn't escape the tragedy of fate. All things must die; that's a universal Rule of Balance. However, you, as the Sea God's Heir, cannot die. So I give this to you. Keep it safe and use it only when necessary."
Saying that, the Leviathan Serpent's massive body glowed faintly and then disappeared completely into the water, leaving only the tranquil blue lake behind.
Aegis immediately secured the artifact, the Seashell of Nirvana, knowing its value was beyond measure. In this trial, he had acquired an ultimate life-saving artifact and a game-changing power, Hydro-genesis (Ultimate).
Afterward, Aegis immediately returned to the Aquabyss Domain.
By the Palace Courtyard, Naida was waiting for his return. Her silver hair was tied into a neat bun, and her blue eyes were staring intently at the swirling walls of water.
As soon as she noticed her master's presence, she immediately flashed a relieved smile.
"Your Grace, did you pass the test?" she asked, intruding slightly on Aegis's personal space.
If it had been anyone else, he would have been annoyed, but strangely, he found comfort in her presence. Her presence was as soothing as an evening breeze.
"Yes, I have. And I have now found a way to restore the Oceanic Creatures, which in turn allows us to have more followers in our Domain," Aegis announced, keeping his eyes straight.
"Really? That's wonderful. The water of this domain has been empty for too long," Naida responded, the relief evident in her voice.
"Where are the girls?" Aegis asked.
"We're here, Papa," the unified voices came from behind him.
"Did you get stronger, Papa?" Diva asked cutely.
"Yes. And I need something from you three," he said, smiling.
"Just ask away. We are ready to do anything for our home," Eterna said, her hand on her little hips.
"No need to be so serious. I just need a strand of hair from each of you."
"Just hair?" they repeated, utterly dumbfounded.
Even Naida appeared surprised. "Your Grace, what would you do with their hairs?" she asked curiously.
"You don't know? Did the previous Sea God didn't have this kind of ability? Or am I the first one to receive it?"
She nodded, her gaze thoughtful. "It could be. I don't remember him having abilities that would have allowed him to restore the Oceania using some hairs."
"Then, watch me."
Without delay, he gently took three strands of fiery hair from the Phoenix descendants.
He then took out the Seashell of Nirvana—the legendary Immortal Leviathan artifact.
He activated his Hydro-genesis (Ultimate) skill and began to trace the genetic structure of the two materials. Though the Phoenix hair was recently shed, and the Seashell was an artifact from a long-dead creature, both still held active, high-tier genetic data inside them.
He took sufficient sets of genes from both subjects, then began to Synthesize and Divide them to create an Oceanic Lifeform, specifically designing it to have the talent of both the Water element and the Fire element, using the Seashell as a stabilizing, immortal base.
The lifeforms born from this process might be the first species ever created that would have dual opposite elements in the same body, perfectly harmonized.
His hand glowed with an ethereal white luminescence, giving off a godly vibe. It was as if a God was creating life with his own hands.
Naida and the girls watched in awe and apprehension. When the final product came into being, their minds were blown away.
[ Synthesis Successful! ]
[ Created A new species: Dual Headed Hydra (Larva Stage) ]
Almost immediately, another colossal system notification rippled across the entire Realm:
[ Global Announcement! ]
[ Sky Lord Aegis completed a God-Tier Achievement: Primordial Life Synthesis. ]
[ Sky Lord Aegis Received Tier-5 Reward: 10x Sky Crystals + 1x Domain Portal Key. ]