Xiakong, a five-star resonator who is about to join “Mingchao”, needs a lot of materials for his cultivation, which is like the various subjects in life, layered and stacked, testing the patience and wisdom of players. This article intends to make a detailed investigation from the classification and acquisition methods of materials to the cultural symbols behind them, and also hopes to provide some help to the majority of players, simplifying the complex and making them more comfortable.
First of all, the summary of materials, low-frequency, medium-frequency, high-frequency and full-frequency tide eclipse sail cores, are like four phrases in a movement, progressively unfolding; burning phosphorus bones and golden fleece are like two variations in a movement, smart and precious. If players want to push Xiakong’s level to the peak, they must prepare dozens of these four-frequency tide eclipse sail cores, more than 40 pieces of burning phosphorus bones, and dozens of golden fleece. This regulation is rigorous and meticulous, which can be regarded as a double tempering of the game system for players’ patience and strategy.
To obtain the Burning Phosphorus Bone, you need to defeat the Sighing Ancient Dragon. This ancient dragon is like a fateful monster in a classical tragedy, sighing and condensing into a heavy burden on the player’s heart. It is not easy to kill it, and it is not done in one go. Just like the ancient saying “A journey of a hundred miles begins with a single step”, it reminds players that they must persevere in order to get rich rewards. If you are impatient and act hastily, you will not only gain nothing, but will be trapped by frustration.
The term Golden Fleece is also mentioned many times in the text. It is like a treasure in ancient Greek mythology, symbolizing ideals and hopes. Players can collect it in the Renaxi Tower or buy it with shells in the city of Laguna, but the purchase limit is fifteen per week, highlighting its rare status. This design is not only a subtle application of the “scarce resources” economics in the game, but also implies the ancient saying “scarcity makes things valuable”.
Among the special weapon materials, the levels of shackles, impurities, crude extraction, distillation, and high-purity crystallized phlogiston, are just like the change and cultivation of the four seasons of life: from the vague “impurities” to the clear and bright “high purity”, this progressive level implies the self-purification and transformation of the player in the process of cultivation. Through the dungeon challenge of “Condensate Field·Confession Abyss”, players are like experiencing a spiritual confession and baptism, and can easily navigate between dangers and opportunities to obtain the rare phlogiston they need.
The cultivation of the resonance circuit especially requires the “Day of Iris Blooming” material, which can only be obtained by defeating the weekly challenge “Wheel of Fate Fragment”. The high threshold for obtaining it reminds players not to slack off, and requires strategy and teamwork. The blooming of the “iris” flower here is like a rare beautiful moment in life, giving players the power and faith to keep moving forward.
In the game design, the prop of stuffed meat tofu, which increases the drop rate of materials, can be said to be a clever design, which is actually a good way to improve player efficiency and game experience. Its role is just like a small help in life. Although it is insignificant, it can bring a qualitative leap at a critical moment.
Finally, it is worth mentioning the discount provided by the Treabar recharge platform. Players can enjoy a 3% discount through a specific discount code. The temptation of economic benefits and the growth goals in the game are intertwined, which is quite a shadow of modern consumer culture and also reflects the ingenuity of the game’s commercial operation.
In summary, the details and background of Xiakong’s cultivation materials are not only the embodiment of the in-game mechanism, but also contain rich cultural connotations and philosophy. In the process of collecting materials one by one and completing challenges, players are also practicing in a fun and educational way. Only by knowing how to cherish the process can you appreciate its true fun. I hope that players can find their own stories and insights in this “Mingchao” world.