NABC Chapter 47 Ripple Technique
Chapter 47 Ripple Technique
Upon hearing this, Shin Kamiya was stunned!
"Lord Xu Yuan, are you being so direct?!"
Xu Yuan turned to look at him, puzzled, and asked, "Why are you striking that pose?"
Shin Kamiya said smugly, "How can I not strike this classic JoJo pose when I see Jonathan Joestar?"
"All right."
These past few days, Shinji Kamiya has not mentioned the dream again, nor has he been spacing out.
They must have forgotten about it.
After all, it was just a dream whose details I can't quite recall.
For some reason, he seemed to have become a little distant.
If Xu Yuan might have misremembered last time, then this time it's definitely not a mistake.
Compared to last time, Shin's soul form has indeed become somewhat fainter.
The magical contract he signed with Shin Kamiya has a time limit.
He needs to fulfill his obligations within a certain period of time.
This timeframe was not set by him, nor by Shinji Kamiya.
It was determined by the "Death Contract".
At that time, the two parties only agreed on the contents of the contract.
However, after the quill pen finished writing, it added a one-year time limit and penalties for not fulfilling the contract.
This can be considered a restriction on users.
Otherwise, theoretically speaking, he could enjoy the benefits while delaying fulfilling his obligations.
But only two months have passed.
There's still a long way to go before the one-year deadline.
Surely the problem couldn't be with the contract?!
Xu Yuan's words shocked not only Shin Kamiya, but also Jonathan and Zeppelin.
What did he just say?
They taught him Ripple Qigong, and he helped them fight DIO.
and then?
What does the last sentence mean?!
Both of them even wondered if they had misheard.
Also, who was he talking to?
Is he talking to thin air?
Or is there something they can't see?
After exchanging a few words with Shin Kamiya, Xu Yuan's image undoubtedly became even more bizarre in Zeppelin's eyes.
Some of them are even a little crazy.
"Help us deal with DIO?"
"I'm not sure where you got your information about Ripple and DIO."
"But all they offered was to help us deal with DIO."
"Do you want us to teach you Ripple, and then offer up our own heads in return?"
"Kid, aren't you dreaming too much?"
Zeppelin pulled out a sandwich from somewhere, eating it while shaking his head.
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan said, "It seems that what I said just now was ambiguous, causing you to misunderstand."
"Teach me Ripple, and I'll help you deal with DIO."
That concludes the transaction details.
"As for the last sentence, it's to tell you that after dealing with DIO, I'll have to deal with you too."
"So please don't treat me as some kind of companion."
"When our swords are drawn, you may attack without holding back."
"I see, I misunderstood. But if that's the case, then you're our enemy, aren't you? Do you think we would help the enemy strengthen their power?"
"I will not use Ripple against you."
"Though you say so now, who knows if it's true? You even conceal your own appearance; how can anyone believe you?! Helping your enemy strengthen—I've never heard of such a foolish thing!"
Zeppelin shouted and took a deep breath.
His clothes began to move without wind, and golden ripples of energy emanated from his hands.
Clearly, he was ready for battle.
"Is that so?" Xu Yuan shook his head with some regret.
Ripple Qigong.
By controlling blood circulation through special breathing techniques, one can intervene in the physical body and generate life energy within it.
The battle system of JOJO Part 1 and Part 2.
According to the story's setting, Ripple Qigong originated four thousand years ago and was created by a monk from XZ.
It was probably not originally a combat technique.
Rather, it is a breathing practice method created by XZ monks for self-cultivation or the pursuit of immortality.
It wasn't until two thousand years ago, when the Ripple users clashed with the Pillar Men, that the hostile relationship between the Ripple and the vampire faction began to take shape.
The main benefits of the ripple method are:
1. To heal injuries.
After all, it generates life energy.
It's only natural that it would have this effect.
When Da Qiao and Zeppeli first met, Zeppeli activated the life energy within Da Qiao.
His fracture was healed.
The excess material even caused the withered branches to bloom.
2. Strengthen the body.
3. Slows down aging and prolongs life.
4. It also seems to have the effect of predicting the future.
Zeppeli's master once used Ripple to foresee Zeppeli's death.
5. It has an effect similar to sunlight, which can suppress creatures like vampires that fear sunlight.
Fifthly, and given that it's a breathing technique, it's quite similar to the Sun Breathing technique from Demon Slayer.
Considering that the author of Demon Slayer is a JoJo fan, the inspiration for Demon Slayer's breathing techniques may have come from JoJo.
However, the Breathing Technique of Demon Slayer requires a Nichirin Blade as a vessel.
Moreover, the breathing technique shortens one's lifespan after opening the marks, unless that person is named Yoriichi Tsugikuni.
Ripples do not require a medium and can prolong life.
Perhaps not wanting the power levels to become inflated like in Dragon Ball, Araki downplayed the Ripple effect starting from the second part.
Instead of focusing on quantity, they chose to delve into techniques.
In the third installment, the battle system was changed from Ripple to Stand.
Xu Yuan was quite interested in ripples.
Because this thing can be forcibly activated.
The system has its own set of rules.
If he lacks the strength, the system will not force him to deal with spatial nodes that he cannot handle.
If he is strong enough, the system will require him to immediately process the corresponding spatial nodes.
Leaving it unattended is not an option, probably because it carries risks and could easily lead to a second wave.
This spatial node was very simple for him.
It's the kind of situation that requires his immediate attention.
At most, he'll dawdle and drag things out a bit.
The ripples can be forcibly activated.
When Zeppeli first met Jonathan Joestar, he helped him activate Ripple energy.
Xu Yuan felt that this method was a way to quickly learn the ripple breathing technique.
Zeppeli first helped him activate the Ripple Energy.
He then used his soul power to carefully observe and sense how those ripples of energy were generated.
Breathing techniques are essentially a special rhythm and movement; they are something that can be learned once you know the method.
In other words, Ripple is likely an additional benefit he can gain from this mission.
It's a pity that the deal fell through.
Then let's cut it down.
If we're lucky, we might be able to open a treasure chest and get it later.
Xu Yuan was about to make a move when Jonathan stopped Zeppelin, saying, "Please wait a moment, Mr. Zeppelin!"
He looked at Xu Yuan and said solemnly, "This gentleman is a true gentleman!"
"Although it's unclear why he wants to be our enemy, he could have easily kept it a secret."
"But he chose to tell the truth!"
"Mr. Zeppelin, this gentleman is a remarkable gentleman!"
"I, Jonathan Joestar, believe him!"
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan was slightly taken aback.
Da Qiao is so honest!
He was a little embarrassed by what they said.
After all, if the other spatial node really was DIO, he would have killed him anyway.
He was just taking advantage of their ignorance to see if he could get some benefits out of them.
As for why they should be told they are the enemy.
Naturally, it's because, as mentioned before, he chose to stand squarely in opposition to them.
He didn't want them to mistake him for a fellow traveler.
It would be more to his liking to be clear about it.
Even if saying this would reduce the probability of obtaining the Ripple Technique, he didn't care.
However, his honesty on this matter seems to have earned Da Qiao's high approval.
You should know that Da Qiao's goal is to become a gentleman.
To him, calling someone a gentleman was an exceptional compliment.
"JOJO..." Zeppeli looked at Jonathan, "Could it be...could it be that you're going to say yes?"
Jonathan replied, "If this gentleman is willing to help us deal with DIO, how about teaching him Ripple?"
"Once the DIO matter is settled, I am willing to have a gentleman's duel with this gentleman!"
"Even if I die at his hands, I will have no regrets!"
"Mr. Zeppeli, that is exactly the kind of resolve I have when I pursue DIO!"
"However, it was you who taught me the ripple pattern."
"So whether or not to agree is a decision you should make."
"I was just expressing my opinion."
"If you disagree, then let's fight this gentleman right here!"
Upon hearing this, Zeppelin let out a soft sigh.
The ripple energy dissipated from his hand.
He raised his hand and gently pressed down on his top hat: "I see, JOJO, is that what you're thinking?"
"Then I can't hold you back."
"In order to defeat DIO who has donned the Stone Mask, and to completely end the evil of the Stone Mask..."
That's right!
We must unite all forces that can be united!
"This is for ourselves, for all mankind, and for saving the world!"
"And after that, after we dealt with DIO and Stoneface."
"Just as you said, JOJO, let's have a gentleman's duel!"
"But before that, I have a question to ask."
After saying that, Zeppeli looked at Xu Yuan: "Do you have any grudge against me or JoJo? Why are you making enemies of us?"
Upon hearing this, Jonathan also looked at Xu Yuan.
He was also very curious.
"No, not at all," Xu Yuan said.
There's nothing wrong with talking about this.
However, most of the time, saying it is meaningless.
I'm killing you all so I can send you back to your original world?
Will the other person believe me if I tell them?
Would they just obediently surrender?
"You should have noticed that this place is very different from the world you live in."
"That's true. I traveled all over the world in search of a way to deal with the Stone Mask, but I've never seen such a strange place."
"The world we... live in?"
"Oh? JOJO seems to have guessed. That's right, this isn't your world."
Upon hearing this, both of them showed expressions of surprise.
They thought they had suddenly arrived at some place.
Could it be that we've arrived in another world?!
Xu Yuan said, "You came into this world because of some accidents."
"But you are not people of this world after all."
"Your existence will affect the stability of this world, so we need to send you back."
"The way to send you back is to kill you."
"When you are killed in this world, you will not truly die, but will return to your original world."
That's about it.
Upon hearing this, Zeppelin's eyes widened: "Unbelievable! Such a bizarre thing actually exists in the world!"
After his initial shock, Jonathan said, "I believe this gentleman. Because if he were lying, he could easily find someone better."
"It's precisely because it's bizarre that it doesn't seem like a lie," Zeppelin nodded. "Indeed."
"I don't have much time, let's get started quickly," Xu Yuan said. "I've heard that Ripple can be forcibly activated by someone else, is that true?"
"That's right. But whether you can master it after it's been activated depends on your talent. Of course, if you don't succeed the first time, you can try a second or third time. Mastering the ripples through actual experience is the fastest way."
As he spoke, Qi Beilin walked up to Xu Yuan.
"I am Will Antonio Zeppeli, and may I ask your name?"
"Xu Yuan".
"It sounds like an Eastern name."
"That's right."
Was Mr. Xu a person from the Qing Dynasty?
"No!" Xu Yuan denied categorically, "In our world, the Qing Dynasty has been extinct for over a hundred years!"
Zeppelin could see his disgust for that dynasty.
"terribly sorry."
"fine."
"Then, I'll begin."
As Zeppelin spoke, he took a deep breath.
The clothes started moving on their own even though there was no wind.
A surge of golden, electric-like energy rippled across his body, then converged at his right little finger.
"Listen up, Mr. Xu!"
"You will be temporarily unable to breathe!"
But please don't panic!
"To be precise, never panic!"
JOJO!
"That's what I wanted to tell you too!"
Listen carefully—
Never breathe recklessly!
"Ripple energy is extremely sensitive to mental fluctuations!"
"Don't panic! Don't be afraid!"
Fear can disrupt your breathing rhythm!
"But once you control your fear, your breathing rhythm will be perfectly steady!"
"The Ripple Breathing Technique is a product of courage!"
"The hymn of humanity is the hymn of courage!"
"The greatness of humanity lies in the greatness of courage!"
With a loud shout, Zeppelin thrust his right little finger, which was brimming with ripple energy, toward Xu Yuan's diaphragm!
A soft "click" sounded.
Zeppeli broke his finger...
Xu Yuan said awkwardly, "Sorry, I'll control myself."
At this moment, Zeppelin was filled with shock, his expression one of utter disbelief.
Even Jonathan, who was standing to the side, felt the same way.
"What a powerful physique!"
"It was just a muscular instinct that blocked my attack!"
"Mr. Xu, are you really human?"
"Zeberin said in disbelief."
He originally thought that JOJO's power was already amazing, but he didn't expect Xu Yuan to be even more exaggerated.
It's even more exaggerated than JOJO.
He suspected that he didn't need Ripple at all to deal with DIO.
No, DIO is immortal!
Without Ripple energy, even if Xu Yuan were incredibly strong, he probably wouldn't be able to kill DIO.
"Of course I am human."
Xu Yuan adjusted himself, got ready, and said, "Alright, please do it again."
Zeppelin gave him a deep look, then gathered his Ripple Energy again, healed his fractured little finger, and once again jabbed it into his diaphragm.
This time it went very smoothly.
Xu Yuan felt a sharp pain in his lungs as all the air inside was expelled, making it difficult to breathe.
At the same time, a surge of energy flowed into his body.
After the energy entered his lungs, it began to guide them to pulsate slowly in a special rhythm.
Immediately afterwards, a peculiar life energy was born in the blood flowing through my entire body.
Ripple energy!
Xu Yuan concentrated his soul power, observing and sensing every detail within his body with utmost care.
On the other side, Zeppelin's expression changed drastically.
In his perception, an unimaginably vast wave of energy was being born!
"Oh no! Retreat immediately!!!"