In fact, Andrew Han was gradually forming his own unique insights into the structure of martial realms.
Even if his attainment was not yet considered truly profound.
He had already reached a level where he could be called a true insider. Even simple techniques like Raging Downpour could be created by him with ease... Martial arts depended on inspiration, but above all, on relentless practice.
Without the foundation built from years of accumulation, how could one ever hope for sudden enlightenment?
Without personally experiencing the mysteries, how could Inspiration ever arise?
"Creating a new technique isn't all that difficult."
"The so-called Three Martial Realms are all founded on Internal Power, with martial techniques serving as their outward expression." After lunch, Andrew Han sat on a wooden bench in his residential community.
He pondered in silence, carefully analyzing every detail.
If martial arts were compared to a computer, then Internal Power would be the operating system, while martial techniques would be the countless forms of software. Only with a broad foundation could the system support such a diversity of applications.
And precisely because of this—
Martial artists do not possess the strange abilities that some Gifted do... For example, Andrew Han could use martial arts to conjure storms, unleash fire, or strike with lightning—all outward manifestations of martial techniques.
"In other words—"
"Internal Power is pure force, without any added attributes." Andrew Han exhaled, once again sensing the new Magma State Internal Power within him.
In truth—
Magma State was a term coined by Andrew Han himself.
After undergoing a molten transformation, his robust Internal Power began to take on explosive qualities, like a dormant volcano within his body—once activated, it could shake the heavens and earth.
Andrew Han narrowed his eyes, his expression serious: "Internal Power at the Martial Lord Realm is pure, but once you reach the titled third-step Martial Lord level, Internal Power starts to gain properties—and that's when color appears!"
As everyone knows—
Internal Power in the Martial General and Martial Lord Realms emits no color. Only at the titled Martial Lord stage does one's strength develop vivid coloration—this is the result of Internal Power fusing with the powers of heaven and earth, evolving into various distinct properties.
Take his master, Miles Ning, for example.
The Fivefold Flame Dragon, its surging streams of fire—these are the marks of a fire-leaning titled Martial Lord fusion. For Miles Ning, it simply means his Internal Power naturally tends toward the flame attribute, granting him far greater force when wielding fire techniques.
Yet if he wished, Miles Ning could just as easily unleash frigid currents and violent storm winds.
"To put it simply,"
"A titled Martial Lord fuses with the power of heaven and earth, as if dyeing their Internal Power with certain attributes, allowing the qualities of the world itself to adhere to their energy—and so they begin their journey toward the Law Realm."
It seems simple, but in truth is endlessly difficult.
From the forging of Internal Power in the Three Martial Realms—Condensed Mist, Presented Liquid, Solidified Core—each is a process of refining one's martial energy, excavating the brilliance of life, and altering the very structure of power, until finally Solidified Core Internal Power approaches the density of true solid energy.
But even that is far from enough.
Solidified Core Internal Power is shaped by the human body; it is, strictly speaking, not true energy yet.
Thus, the essence of the titled Martial Lord realm is the shift from excavating oneself to connecting with the outside world—drawing certain substances from heaven and earth to strengthen Internal Power and step onto the path of Law-level martial arts.
"Fusion with heaven-and-earth power?"
"To acquire certain substances from the world itself and let them shape our Internal Power." Andrew Han bowed his head in quiet contemplation, his expression unreadable.
Suddenly—
A thought moved; winds surged, and the air condensed.
As long as the nature of Internal Power changes, one steps into the titled third-step Martial Lord realm... Even a slight shift, like a triangle transforming into a tetrahedron, brings a leap in martial strength and explosive power.
"Attempt fusion!"
Moments later, Andrew Han drew in every stifling current of hot air within five hundred meters, weaving them into a vast, invisible vortex that slowly revolved around him.
If a Martial Lord were present, they would sense the entire area transforming into a funnel of recirculating energy, like an inverted tornado hanging from the sky, all gradually converging upon Andrew Han.
The wind howled.
The vortex expanded, nearly covering the entire neighborhood.
A deep, resonant hum filled the air.
At last, the invisible vortex stabilized. Eyes closed, Andrew Han reclined against the wooden bench, focusing intently on drawing beneficial elements from the air—attempting fusion.
Meanwhile, whether wandering outside or staying indoors, every resident felt the air shift twice—an oppressive sensation, as if storm clouds had descended from the sky.
"Huh?"
"That kid..." Miles Ning stood by the window, frowning deeply, his clouded eyes flickering with a complex mix of surprise and uncertainty.
Moments later—BOOM!
Under a clear sky, with white clouds drifting overhead, a deafening thunderclap exploded above the neighborhood.
The sound was like a bolt of lightning splitting the heavens—a sudden, world-shaking roar that stunned the entire neighborhood. Even the playful cats and dogs froze, pressing themselves flat to the ground, while every resident felt a sudden, inexplicable jolt of anxiety. The air, which had grown cool, reverted to stifling heat.
"Heavens above."
Seated on the wooden bench, Andrew Han let out a long, quiet breath.
He had just attempted the standard breakthrough for upper Martial Lord. Normally, even repeated failure would not provoke such a violent reaction; at worst, Solidified Core Internal Power would simply refuse to change nature if insight or timing were lacking.
But the problem was—
His Magma-State Internal Power was as violent as a living volcano, utterly unwilling to accept any fusion with heaven-and-earth power!
"This is almost too domineering."
"The fusion hadn't even begun, yet my Internal Power erupted instantly, displaying an absolute 'reject all foreign infusion' property." Andrew Han rubbed his brow. As things stood, it seemed he would never break through to the titled third-step Martial Lord realm.
Yes.
If his guess was right—
This brand-new Magma-State Internal Power might represent a wholly separate path above upper Martial Lord—a road that is unprecedented, unique, and belongs to Andrew Han alone.
"So then—"
"In truth, I've already reached the titled Martial Lord realm; it's just that my Internal Power has become so vast and profound, I've stepped into a realm unlike any other titled Martial Lord." Andrew Han frowned, then shook his head with a wry smile.
Ordinary titled Martial Lords connect with the world itself.