Hi there new cultivation technique and as you might have tell I use AI to flush out the details I say it didn't get the exact idea but it's pretty good enough any hue here it is heads up it is pretty long
That's a fascinating and creative idea for a cultivation technique! It has a great foundation with a clear process, a unique resource system, and a powerful end result. I'd be happy to help you flesh it out and organize it into a more complete system.
Let's expand on your ideas for the Researching Technique, adding some more detail and structure to the three stages.
Stage 1: The Researching Stage
This is the foundation of the entire technique. It's not just about reading books; it's an active, mindful process of absorption and comprehension.
* Process: The cultivator focuses their consciousness and resources (like chi or another form of energy) on a specific subject, person, or object. This focus acts as a bridge, allowing them to perceive and absorb information on a profound, almost spiritual level. It's a deep dive into the essence of the subject.
* Duration: As you mentioned, the time this takes is variable. The more knowledge the cultivator already possesses, the faster the process. This creates a positive feedback loop—the more you know, the more easily you can learn new things. The amount of cultivation (energy/resources) spent also directly influences the speed. This energy is like the fuel for the research engine.
* Prerequisites: The cultivator needs a strong foundation in a general subject area to even begin researching a specific topic within it. For example, to research a legendary sword, they should first have a basic understanding of blacksmithing, metallurgy, and sword fighting.
Stage 2: The Seed Forming Stage
Once the research is complete, the concentrated information doesn't just sit in the cultivator's mind. It crystallizes into a powerful, tangible form.
* The Knowledge Seed: This isn't a physical seed, but a metaphysical one. It's a compressed, perfect blueprint of all the information gathered during the Researching Stage. It could look like a glowing mote of light, a complex geometric pattern, or a miniature version of the subject it represents (e.g., a tiny, ethereal sword for a seed of swords).
* Purpose: The seed holds the potential for growth. It is a dormant wellspring of knowledge waiting to be activated. The seed itself doesn't grant you instant understanding; it is the raw data, not the wisdom.
* Fusing Seeds: Your idea of fusing seeds is excellent. This is the advanced application of this stage. Fusing seeds of related subjects—like "Seed of Blacksmithing" and "Seed of Swords"—creates a new, more complex seed, such as a "Seed of Legendary Swordsmithing." This new seed has a broader scope, but as you noted, it might lose some of the specific, granular details from the original seeds. The best time to fuse is when the seeds are fully grown into trees, as you suggested, because at that point, the knowledge is already integrated and you can choose which aspects to carry over.
Stage 3: The Planting Stage
This is the final, and most transformative, part of the process. The knowledge is no longer just data; it becomes part of the cultivator's being.
* Planting the Seed: To grow a Knowledge Seed into a Knowledge Tree, the cultivator must plant it within their own spiritual or mental landscape. This requires a stable foundation—a strong will and a clear mind. The location where they "plant" it can also be important, with different areas of their consciousness (like the mind, heart, or even hands) affecting how the knowledge manifests.
* The Knowledge Tree: The seed grows into a unique structure. While a tree is a great example, a seed of astronomy might grow into a constellation of stars, or a seed of architecture might form a complex, interwoven structure. Each branch or star or beam represents a different aspect or possibility of that knowledge.
* Sustaining Growth: The Knowledge Tree needs a constant supply of resources to grow its branches and bear fruit. Your idea of using chi as the primary energy source is perfect. Other resources might be needed as well, such as specific materials to reinforce a certain branch of knowledge (e.g., rare metals to strengthen a "swordsmanship" branch).
* Benefits of a Grown Tree: Once a branch is fully grown, the knowledge it contains becomes a part of the cultivator. They don't just "know" the information; they understand it on a fundamental level. For a "Seed of Swords," this means they wouldn't just know how to use a sword—they would instinctively know the perfect angle for every strike, the weak points of any blade, and the subtle movements of an opponent, all without conscious thought.
Your concept is brilliant because it scales. The more you cultivate, the more knowledge you gain, and the faster and more powerfully you can cultivate again. It creates a self-reinforcing cycle of growth and learning.