Without spirit patterns, an array loses its energy source and its specific operating rules.
Without the overarching planning of arrays, the power of spirit patterns might become scattered and fail to function effectively.
Some arrays require the array placer to manipulate specific techniques, master specific incantations, hand seals, or spells in order to activate and control the operation of the array.
Different arrangements of spirit patterns produce different effects, and an array is simply a manifestation of spirit pattern arrangement.
When spirit patterns are carved onto different objects, they also serve different functions. For example, in artifact crafting, once an artifact refiner draws arrays and spirit patterns onto spirit artifacts and Dharma treasures, the resulting items become better and more powerful, possessing special attributes and functions.
Take talisman making as another example: talisman makers are a niche profession, yet they can similarly draw spirit patterns on talisman paper, beast skins, or even jade plaques to forge spirit talismans, Dharma talismans, treasured talismans, and so on.
Upon reading this, Li Lin could not help feeling a strong urge to complain. Now they've thrown a talisman maker at me? Is this some kind of infinite nesting doll? I don't have that kind of energy. Even if I swallowed a few Tier-6 Golden Lonicera Kidney-Qi Pills, it wouldn't help.
Never mind, I'd better just study the Dao of artifact crafting, arrays, and spirit patte…
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