, Martial Arts Combat Assessment

On the morning of August 1st, Jiang Ming, Luo Feng, and more than 8 other aspiring martial artists headed to the train station, led by a staff member from the Extreme Martial Arts Academy.

The train station was bustling with people, and a group of young men and women dressed in matching black training uniforms stood out.

The team was led by an instructor from the Extreme Martial Arts Academy. His gaze swept over the group, and his voice was loud and clear.

"The martial arts combat assessment will be held at the Northern Army Camp, north of Jiangnan City."

Remember, upon arrival, follow all instructions. Infighting is strictly prohibited during the assessment; violators will be severely punished!

Jiang Ming stood in the queue, his gaze calm. Luo Feng, standing beside him, asked in a low voice.

"Brother Jiang, how's the preparation going this past month?"

"good."

Jiang Ming gave a simple answer.

After a month of intensive training, Jiang Ming's strength has undergone a dramatic transformation compared to a month ago.

First, regarding physical fitness, although no specific tests have been conducted, Jiang Ming is certain that his current physical strength exceeds 10,000 kilograms!

Reached the threshold of the beginner warrior level!

The even more astonishing changes, however, occurred in weaponry techniques.

Previously, Jiang Ming's weapon skills were only considered basic, but in the past month, his marksmanship skills have reached the "professional level limit".

It's just one step away from reaching the "perfect level"!

The power of the True Lord Card is only the tip of the iceberg, but for Jiang Ming now, it is equivalent to a complete transformation.

The train roared into the station. It was a fully enclosed armored train, its body covered in battle marks, clearly a special train that regularly traveled between the base city and the wilderness.

About twenty minutes later.

"Everyone, get off the bus and line up!"

The instructor's voice rang out.

Everyone quickly packed their gear and got off the vehicle.

The military area was bustling with activity, and a sumptuous lunch was prepared for the prospective martial artists who came to participate in the martial arts combat assessment.

It was afternoon.

1681 prospective martial artists stood in an open square. At the front of the square stood high-ranking officials from the Jiangnan City North Military Region, as well as some high-ranking officials from the Thunder Martial Arts School and the Extreme Martial Arts School.

"Now, those aspiring warriors who have reported their names, come forward to receive your combat uniforms and weapons."

"Strict and clumsy."

"He Feng".

"Wang Bingjiang".

……

There were ten officers on the stage calling out the names of the prospective martial artists. The prospective martial artists whose names were called went up to receive their combat uniforms and weapons.

"Jiang Ming".

Upon hearing his name called, Jiang Ming immediately stepped forward to collect his equipment.

"Here is the Destruction 4 series long spear you requested, along with your combat suit and boots. The Destruction 4 series long spear is already the heaviest spear we have here, weighing 316 pounds. We don't have any heavier ones prepared."

The officer handed Jiang Ming a set of items.

"This is a communication watch with positioning and communication functions."

The officer looked slightly strained when he handed the items to Jiang Ming.

This pile of things weighs over 400 pounds.

"Thanks."

Jiang Ming took the items and quickly left.

The spear from the Destruction series is not the three-pointed double-edged spear that Jiang Ming is most skilled at; this weapon is still somewhat unpopular.

The Northern Army camp was not equipped with this.

However, although Jiang Ming felt a little regretful about this, he didn't care too much. With his strength and marksmanship, even if it wasn't the most suitable weapon for him, it wouldn't cause him much trouble.

In the square, the aspiring martial artists who had received their equipment entered the temporary changing rooms one after another.

Jiang Ming walked into one of the compartments and quickly changed into his combat uniform.

The black combat uniform clung to the skin, the fabric was tough and elastic, and special alloy armor was inlaid in important areas.

The combat boots made a steady sound as they stepped on the ground.

He picked up the Destroyer 4 series long spear; its 316-pound weight was somewhat light for Jiang Ming now.

With a flick of his wrist, the spear traced a semi-circle in the air, its tip trembling slightly and emitting a low hum.

"The feel is okay, the center of gravity is slightly forward... but it's fine."

When Jiang Ming walked out of the changing room, Luo Feng had already changed into his gear.

He was using a Blood Shadow Battle Blade, and was currently looking down to inspect the scabbard.

"Brother Jiang, is that the Destroyer 4 series long spear you're using?"

Yang Wu leaned closer, looked at the dark silver spear in Jiang Ming's hand, and clicked his tongue in amazement.

"That's right."

Jiang Ming smiled.

Just then, an officer shouted.

"This practical assessment will follow the same rules as before! It will start promptly at 6:30 PM tonight and end at 6:30 AM tomorrow morning!"

"The more monsters you kill, the more points you earn. For each monster you kill, cut off its left ear as proof."

"Remember, it is forbidden for prospective martial artists to kill each other. All your activities are under surveillance, and violators will be executed on the spot!"

"Among you 1681 prospective martial artists, those who rank in the top 60% will obtain the qualification of martial artist! The bottom 40% are considered failures and will have to wait for the next martial artist combat assessment."

The officer's voice grew colder.

"That means out of 1681 of you, 1009 have passed. 672 will be eliminated!"

"All aspiring warriors, set off for Monster Town."

The officer waved his hand.

Like a surging wave, 1681 aspiring warriors rushed into Monster Town.

"close the door!"

The officer gave the order.

"Boom!"

The only door slammed shut.

The martial arts combat assessment has officially begun!

......

After entering Monster Town, Jiang Ming did not rush to go deeper, but slowly adjusted his breathing.

[Martial Arts Mastery Special Effects Activated, Entering Battle Mode...]

Your physical condition has been adjusted to perfection.

Without needing to consciously exert themselves, the body automatically adjusts to its optimal combat state under the "Martial Arts Divine Power".

"Martial Arts Proficiency" is not only a top-tier cultivation talent, but also an extremely powerful combat talent.

As soon as Jiang Ming entered the town, which was filled with monsters, he sensed the presence of beasts lurking around him.

"Let's start with the supermarket."

Jiang Ming's steps were light, his body drifting towards the supermarket entrance like a falling leaf. The long spear in his hand transformed into a silver arc the moment he entered.

"Huh!"

Inside the supermarket, three wild boars roared simultaneously.

Their scarlet eyes gleamed with a ferocious light in the darkness, and their heavy hooves pounded through the ground tiles as they charged in a triangular formation!

If it were an ordinary quasi-martial artist, they would probably be panicking by now.

But in Jiang Ming's eyes, the charging trajectory, speed, and power distribution of these three monsters were clearly outlined in his mind like lines.

Boom! Pfft! Sizzle!

Jiang Ming unleashed three strikes with his spear, using the techniques of slashing, thrusting, and parrying to land on the three iron-haired wild boars.

It was as if they were taking a leisurely stroll, but the three iron-haired wild boars died instantly!

The entire process took only five seconds.

Jiang Ming's skill was so adept that he didn't seem like a novice, but rather like a seasoned veteran who had been through countless battles.

The movements were crisp and powerful.

There was absolutely no hesitation or delay.

"The Martial Arts Divine Realm is only the tip of the iceberg revealed by the True Monarch Card, yet it possesses such wondrous power. I wonder what kind of magnificence it will display when I unlock the rest."

Jiang Ming sighed inwardly.

Just then, a notification appeared in front of Jiang Ming's eyes.

[You shone brightly in the martial arts combat assessment, shocking all the major forces in Jiangnan Base City. Jiangnan Base City's Legendary Status +3]