In the peculiar room inside the Eastern Tower, the air had the scent of ancient parchment and the faint hum of energy. Joshua, a young man, sat cross-legged at the center, his eyes closed in deep concentration.

  A whirlwind of papers and scrolls danced around him, their contents a collection of wisdom from worlds untold. Each page contained the secrets of cultivation, a blend of martial arts, immortal techniques and meditation arts that spoke of the intricate dance between the body, spirit and energy.

  Joshua's mind raced as he dissected the information, his thoughts as sharp and fast as he process information like a Quantum computer. He had discovered that the essence of power in these lands was rooted in the manipulation of Qi. This vital force was the lifeblood of their worlds, a bridge between the mortal and the divine.

  The martial arts practitioners of Di focused on honing their bodies to become living weapons, their Qi coursing through them like rivers of fire, sculpting muscles and bones into an unyielding fortress. Their training regimens were harsh, pushing the limits of human endurance and strength.

  The immortal cultivators, on the other hand, sought to transcend the mortal coil by refining their spirits, using the Qi as a key to unlock the inner workings of the soul. Their practices were more esoteric, often involving complex rituals and meditations that could last for years in solitude.

  Joshua's eyes snapped open, and he took a deep breath.

  The Nexus within him had cataloged all the information, categorizing and analyzing it with a speed that surpassed any library.

  He had research and learn that the reason why these two worlds, Immortal and Di, are capable of using substance to generate Qi, is due to the presence of an energy he has dubbed UE1 and UE2(Unknown Essence 1 and 2).

  This energy UE1, known as heaven's essence to the inhabitants of Di and immortal world, is a mysterious force that saturates the very fabric of their worlds. It is the lifeblood that flows through every living creature, every plant, and every stone. Without it, the concept of Qi, the fundamental power that fuels their cultivation and their world, would be nothing more than a myth.

  The UE2 is the same, but they are only found in the immortal world, and it is much more sinister, as he found out that it seems to change the nature of matter in a twisted way. He had felt this energy before, and he believes it came from that unknown entity.

  All the creatures and some materials have adapted and evolve around this energy. The very essence of these particular worlds had shaped them, making them capable of using this energy to their advantage.

  He had cross-referenced this newfound energy, UE1 and UE2, with everything he knew from all the data in Terra. His mind raced through the archives that Nexus have made, comparing the properties of this mysterious force to known substances and energies.

  The [VOID] was the closest match, but it was a comparison like comparing a spark to a supernova to the UE1 while UE2 is a bit better.

  Joshua had a theory, a wild one at that. He believed that the energy known as UE1 and UE2 could be a diluted form of the energy that the [VOID] release. It was a stretch, but the similarities were too glaring to ignore.

  The [VOID] energy was potent, capable of tearing through dimensions and reshaping Matter(only genes) in matter of seconds, while UE1 was subtler, more attuned to the natural flow of existence, changing their surroundings slowly, while UE2 could indeed quickly transformation matters and the surroundings but as fast as the [VOID] energy.

  He had not yet fully studied the [VOID] in dept, the mysterious energy that had brought him to this world, but he could feel its similarities in the UE1 and UE2 that permeated the worlds of Di and Immortal. It was like comparing a raging river to a gentle stream, both powerful in their own right, yet vastly different in their manifestations and effects.

  Shaking his head, Joshua focused on the task at hand.

  He had successfully replace the usage of UE1, allowing his people to cultivate using the Void Essence with the new cultivation art. The breakthrough was monumental, as his people could now cultivate regardless of the world they found themselves in. This newfound adaptability was a cornerstone of his plan to build a bastion of power that transcended the boundaries of Di and Immortal.

  The cultivation art alone was like an empty vessel, a set of instructions without the means to enact them. The [Bio Chip] and [Bloodline Seed] were the keys that unlocked the true potential of the art. Without them, the art was but a theory, a collection of words and symbols that held no power.

  As the only way to manipulate the Void Essence, are these two implants or specifically the genes to manipulate Qi and the access of Void Essence. It is just like the Spirit roots found in most fantasy theme novels, without it you can't be a cultivator.

  Now that he had cracked the problem of how to cultivate, the next challenge for Joshua was to navigate the complex web of stages that lay ahead.

  In the world of Di, the pinnacle of cultivation was the Grandmaster level, a mere stepping stone comparable to the Foundation Realm in Immortal world, where beings could ascend to True Immortal or achieve the Refining Universe Body stage.

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  The stark contrast between the two worlds, one is having low level stage while the other can go higher stages.

  The only problem in the Immortal cultivation is the issue of being a mere pawn or a potential source of power for an unknown entity. This is something that Joshua is keenly aware of as he never wanted to almost experience the same fate again.

  That is why he had turn to the cultivation of mages, a method that seemed to be rooted in the very essence of their beings.

  He observed their practices, the way they chanted incantations and drew complex symbols in the air, and how they used mediums such as staffs and wands to channel their power. It was clear that their strength grew with their understanding, a concept that intrigued him deeply.

  Joshua knew that knowledge was power, and in the case of mages, it was quite literal. Their spirit, or their 'soul' as some called it, was a vessel that could be filled and shaped by the wisdom they acquired. It was a process that seemed to transcend the mere physical plane, reaching into the metaphysical realms of thought and comprehension.

  He delved deeper into the study of their cultivation and found an unknown energy that he dubbed UE3, which the locals referred to as Magic or Warp Energy. This energy permeated the very air around them, and its presence was especially potent in the mysterious dimension they called the warp, or the sea of souls.

  He had ask Artemisia about the Magic or Warp Energy, and her response was intriguing.

  "It was believed that every soul in Mageck would returned to the Warp upon death, a vast, ethereal sea that connected all life," Artemisia had explained to him, her silver eyes reflecting the flickering candlelight.

  "And few among them can connect to it while they're alive," Artemisia continued, her voice barely above a whisper.

  "These individuals are the mages of our world, capable of weaving the very fabric of existence to their will."

  Artemisia spoke with a mix of reverence and fascination as she described the practitioners of Mageck's unique brand of magic to Joshua.

  He had inquired about the use of runes and meditation to manipulate the mysterious Warp Energy. Her explanation had been thorough, detailing the intricate dance of symbols and focus required to tap into its power.

  "The runes are the language of the universe," Artemisia had said, her eyes shimmering with excitement as she spoke.

  "Our ancestors discovered them through countless trials and tribulations, through a quest to understand the very fabric of reality itself."

  Artemisia spoke with a reverence that suggested she was recounting a sacred tale rather than explaining a scientific process. Her eyes, so full of knowledge, held a hint of awe as she recounted the history of Mageck's rune system.

  Joshua listened, his mind racing with the implications of her words. It was akin to watching a bird soar through the sky without any understanding of the aerodynamics that made it possible. These mages had harnessed the power of the Warp without fully comprehending its fundamental nature.

  He nodded thoughtfully as Artemisia finished her explanation, his thought drifting to the [VOID]. It was a stark reminder that he too is using it without understanding its nature.

  "Thank you, Artemisia," Joshua said as he dismissed her with a wave of his hand, his eyes already lost in thought.

  The silver-haired mage bowed gracefully before taking her leave, the door closing quietly behind her.

  Joshua was alone once more, surrounded by dusty tomes and ancient scrolls, his mind ablaze with the newfound knowledge of Mageck's Warp Energy.

  He began to experiment with the incantations, with his spirit weapon Nexus help on allowing him to understand their complex structures and pronunciation with ease. He found that the Warp Energy responded to his commands with surprising eagerness, as if it were a child drawn to the sweet melody of an ice cream truck.

  The power that surged through him was unlike anything he had ever experienced. It was raw, untamed, and filled him with an exhilaration that made his blood sing. The only downside was the time it took for the energy to gather. It was like trying to wrangle a hyperactive child, but once he had it, the power at his disposal was intoxicating.

  This was the reason why Artemisia cast a binding spell before she use an incantation on me as she needed time to gather the Warp Energy. And I can't help but wonder if I can use the [Bio Chip] to cast the spell, as technically they are alive and can use the warp energy.

  Noting it as he would try to experiment it in the future, he put his attention on the wand he had picked up earlier, feeling the pulse of warp energy within it.

  The wand, an elegant piece of craftsmanship adorned with intricate carvings, was a testament to the mages' deep connection with the energy they wielded.

  Joshua studied the material of the wand, as the energy within it thrummed with potential. The runes etched along its length glowed faintly, hinting at the power it could unleash with the right command.

  He knew that while wands could serve as a convenient conduit for Warp Energy, allowing mages to cast spells with mere words, they lacked the raw power of direct incantations. The trade-off was speed and ease of use, something that could be crucial on the battlefield.

  While the Runes of Mageck didn't necessarily require a medium materials or incantations to function, they could be combined both to produce effects that were beyond the medium and incantations could produce alone.

  The ancient texts and Artemisia spoke of runes as the very essence of the world's language, the building blocks of reality that could be manipulated to create powerful spells.

  But in Joshua's mind, the concept of runes and their potential was vastly different. He saw them not just as a tool for casting spells, but as a complex programming language that could interact with the very fabric of reality.

  The runes of Mageck, with their intricate patterns and symbols, reminded him of the algorithms he had once used to manipulate his own world's systems. With the power of the [Bio Chip] at his disposal, he theorized that he could write his own 'programs' into these ancient runes, amplifying their effects and even creating entirely new ones.

  Shaking his head, Joshua realized that he needed to focus on the primary task before attempting such another project. He need to fuond the way to create realms or levels for his cultivation art. It was a complex endeavor that required his undivided attention.

  It seems that for the time being, Joshua could only attempt to understand and copy the Immortal World's cultivation techniques, carefully filtering out any detrimental elements that might hinder his progress.

  His immediate goal was to establish a Foundation and Earth Immortal realm or level for his new cultivation system.

  This would serve as the bedrock for his future advancements, a solid base upon which he could build his power without fear of destabilizing the very fabric of his existence.