From the Start, I Had a Book of Four Symbols Returning to Origin

[No System + No Transmigration + Traditional Cultivation + Story-Driven + Slow-Burn + A Touch of Wish Fulfillment + Strong Payoff + Complete Worldbuilding + Written for the Author's Own Enjoyment~~~~~~~]

"The first rank is a legendary existence, a legendary spirit root with all five elements in perfect harmony! Those born with this kind of spirit root resonate effortlessly with the five elements of heaven and earth, sensing spiritual energy as naturally and smoothly as breathing. Unfortunately..." He shook his head with a sigh of endless regret. "Such heaven-defying talent is almost unheard of. It appears only in tales of ancient sage-kings and sages, so this kind of spirit root isn't included in the rankings. Just listen to the legend and leave it at that. There's no need to dwell on it."

Then he curled up a second finger, his gaze growing sharp and yearning.

"Among the spirit roots that can be found in this age, the very best is the 'supreme-grade spirit root'! This kind of spirit root has a single attribute and is pure and flawless, the pinnacle of specializing in one path! As the saying goes, 'It's better to be specialized than broadly skilled.' Its affinity for the spiritual energy of a particular attribute is unmatched! Some peerless techniques possess power that reaches the heavens, but anyone without this kind of spirit root cannot bring out their true power!..."