infodatos Chapter 256 A New Vision: The Final Supplement to Witchcraft, "Elemental Mysteries" Releas
Chapter 256 A New Vision: The Final Supplement to Witchcraft, "Elemental Mysteries" Releas
Chapter 256 A New Vision: The Final Supplement to Witchcraft, "Elemental Mysteries" Released!
In the laboratory.
Rolf jumped to his feet.
"You want to improve the production line for the Earth's Essence?"
Rolf looked bewildered.
The main problem is that this is too sudden and has nothing to do with what Ian did.
"May I ask why?"
He asked curiously.
"My lord, some of the knowledge I'm cultivating requires a large amount of earth vein essence."
Ian then said.
"I see!"
Rolf immediately thought it made perfect sense.
Earth vein essence is a high-end resource. It is needed for both high-level earth-attribute magical artifacts and the construction of fortresses. In addition, it is attractive to earth-attribute wizards, so it is very rare.
Even among the elite members of the academy, it is very difficult to get accepted.
"With your elite member status, you should be able to apply for some, right?"
"Rolf asked."
"Yes, but it's far from enough."
Ian shook his head.
Although elite members receive some attention from the academy, they can only apply for about five grams per month, which is far from enough.
"OK."
Rolf's expression was somewhat complicated as he looked at Ian and said, "I know you have your own methods for improving magical artifacts, but the production line for ley line essence is different from what you imagine; that stuff is different!"
Different?
Aren't they all alchemical creations?
Ian noticed the look in Rolf's eyes and his own gaze flickered.
What does that mean?
"How about this, I'll take you there, and you'll see."
Rolf shook his head and slowly stood up.
Ian nodded.
Following Rolf, the two headed towards the back of the Earth Fortress.
They eventually stopped in front of a mineral vein.
At the same time, a wizard with blond hair walked over from not far away.
"Rockforge, the head of the Earth Fortress, a wizard who is half-elemental."
Rolf turned to Ian and said.
Rockforge approached, his gaze sweeping over Ian before turning to Rolf.
"Luo, is this the young man you mentioned who wanted to modify the production line?"
Rolf nodded.
Rockcastle then looked at Ian, his gaze lingering for a moment on the honorary high-ranking alchemist badge on Ian's chest, before speaking.
"Elite member, honorary senior alchemist—I've heard of your reputation at the academy. The anti-magic coating and the improvement of the white crystal staff, were those all your work?"
"It's me," Ian nodded.
Yan Zhu hummed in agreement, said nothing more, and turned to walk towards the edge of the mine.
"Come with me."
The two followed.
Only when Ian reached the edge of the mine did he truly see the whole picture.
The huge crater is at least 300 meters in diameter.
Large quantities of ore were transported out by conveyor belts and eventually entered a huge factory.
Yan Zhu led them directly into it.
Standing at a height of twenty meters, massive gold refining production lines appeared before Ian's eyes.
"This is the transmission area."
Yan Zhu pointed to the thick metal pipes in front of him, "The raw liquid extracted from deep within the earth's veins first passes through here before being transported to the next stage."
Ian looked at the pale yellow liquid in the pipe; it was unpurified essence of the earth veins.
"This is the crude product separation tower."
Then he pointed to three enormous, twenty-meter-high separation towers.
"Finally, there is the purification furnace, which is the heart of the entire separation process."
Yan Zhu pointed to the front and said.
Ian couldn't help but look over as well.
A five-meter-tall furnace stands in the center, its body dark red, with seven or eight alchemists busy around it.
The microscopic eye operates automatically.
The runic structure on the surface of the furnace unfolds layer by layer in the field of vision—seven core runes, more than thirty auxiliary runes, and complex energy pathways spread throughout the furnace like blood vessels.
Moreover, these core runes all appear to be encrypted, making them impossible to see.
However, his master-level microscopic vision already allows him to see some of the contents.
It is a very sophisticated system.
"The purification furnace is already classified as important knowledge within the academy, and its anti-spying level is very high."
"That's what Yan Zhu said from the side."
"Moreover, this furnace was purchased from a higher-level academy back then, so its runes and other aspects are very strong, making it difficult to improve upon."
Rolf, standing nearby, added that he explained why he was not optimistic.
Upper-level academy?
Ian narrowed his eyes slightly; generally speaking, this refers to those from colleges with four or higher rings.
No wonder?
But so what?
Ian didn't believe that these core runes were all at a perfect level; he must have modified them.
The only problem is...
"Manager Rolf, where can I view the design drawings?"
He turned his head and asked.
"In theory, only second-circle wizards can access such academy property."
Rolf gave a half-smile.
this..
Ian's expression also suddenly froze. If that was the case, then he really had no way to deal with it.
"But there is another option."
Rolf suddenly looked at him and said, "You are a scholar of the Silver Society and can apply for projects with the academy. The only problem is that it is very difficult for ordinary scholars to get projects approved during this time of war. Moreover, you have already applied for the purification furnace several times and failed each time, so it is impossible for you to have a chance."
This?
Ian raised an eyebrow, but then realized a small problem.
"What about senior scholars?"
"A senior scholar?"
Rolf looked Ian up and down, then smiled and said, "That's quite possible, and with your background, you should be able to get it approved. Are you preparing to advance to senior scholar?"
Rolf was also curious, and Rock Caster, who was standing next to him, also became interested.
It should be noted that there are only forty or fifty senior scholars in the academy, and these were accumulated over several decades.
It's even fewer than the number of core members.
Does Ian meet this requirement?
"Possibly!"
Ian did not deny it.
It wasn't that he was making things up; Elena's article had already been confirmed to be published next time.
The article on the mysteries of the elements is published once every five years, and it has been five years since Ian first published his first article.
Judging from the timeline, it will be three or four months from now.
And Ian did not deny it.
The expressions in Iwa-zukuri's and Rolf's eyes also changed slightly.
Senior scholar.
That's something no advanced alchemist can compare to; the ability to single-handedly launch a massive project.
Their ability to mobilize resources is absolutely unmatched by a wizard in the late stage of the first ring.
"Brother Ian, are you lacking ley line essence?"
Yan Zhu suddenly asked.
Ian nodded.
"How about this, a normal elite wizard can exchange for five grams per month, and I can personally exchange five grams for you," Rockcastle said.
Other scholars say he might not believe it, but Ian has certainly made quite a bit of headlines within the academy in the past.
He is the most famous rising academic star in the college.
Promoted to senior scholar.
Although Ian's age is still incredibly young, it doesn't seem entirely impossible.
"Thank you, Lord Iwa-zuki."
Ian's eyes lit up.
Although 10 grams a month is still not enough, it is barely enough for him.
Moreover, that's about all the money he has.
Despite his work repairing magical artifacts on the front lines, his monthly earnings are not as high as one might imagine.
After all, he wasn't on a dangerous mission.
"Perhaps I should really consider advancing to senior scholar and then starting to attract projects."
Ian fell into thought.
Although he had never pulled any projects, he knew quite a few wizards and was quite knowledgeable about them.
Generally, when the academy establishes a project, wizards can apply for resources and support.
And once results are achieved, there may be additional support.
For Ian, creating something is not difficult, and the resources required are definitely not much.
In that case, he could take away some of the resources along the way.
And the amount of resources required for a large project.
Even if he only takes a portion, it will be enough for him to be full.
If he were to apply for a purification furnace, he might even be able to directly apply for the essence of the earth veins.
Thinking about this...
Ian's heart pounded; it seemed he had finally found a way to acquire resources that suited him.
Meanwhile, Rolf watched the decisive Rockcastle and Ian, who seemed to be genuinely considering the feasibility.
His eyes flickered.
To be honest, he didn't really trust Ian.
Even after he was promoted to senior scholar, if the purification furnace were really that easy to improve, the academy wouldn't have used it for more than ten years.
But there's no rush now; let's wait and see.
Leave the mine.
Upon returning to the alchemy workshop, Ian immediately sent a message to Elena to confirm the matter.
Several days later.
The news arrived.
"The elemental secrets will indeed be revealed three months from now. You can prepare your advancement speech in advance."
Looking at the contents of the letter.
Ian's eyes lit up immediately, and he finally felt relieved.
"Then all that's left is to wait three months."
Ian took a deep breath.
There's no rush. With Yan Zhu's support, he can maintain his normal meditation.
"Then it's just a matter of waiting, while continuing to improve my skills. I'm getting closer and closer to master level with Leyline Tremor."
Ian took a deep breath.
Once the ley line vibration reaches the master level, the proficiency of all three solidified sorcery spells will reach the master level.
The quality may differ slightly, but his integration into the field will definitely skyrocket.
"My current level of integration with the field is about 40%, and before the initial test, it should be at least 70%."
Ian pondered.
He inquired about previous years' tests, and the minimum percentage was at least 60%.
You can only be considered stable at seventy.
"I could also consider practicing witchcraft in the mining area."
Ian pondered.
Looking back at the environment I saw today, it is indeed quite suitable for learning earth-based witchcraft.
So the next day.
Ian found Rockcastle again.
"Practice witchcraft? Sure."
This was a minor matter for Yan Zhu, so he was taken to a corner of the mine.
"The earth element is relatively stable here, making it a good place to practice. This is where I practiced before."
What kind of witchcraft do you practice? Perhaps I can give you some pointers.
Rock-cast road.
"The earth's veins are shaking."
Ian's eyes lit up.
Rockcaster is clearly an earth elemental wizard, and he's very close to reaching the second ring.
If he receives guidance, it might help him reach the master level more quickly.
"Then thank you, sir."
Done.
Ian didn't hold back either.
Then the earth's veins began to vibrate.
A faint energy fluctuation emanated from the ground, causing it to churn as if an earth dragon were turning over.
The ground within hundreds of meters around began to shake violently.
Yan Zhu, who was standing to the side, didn't take it seriously at first.
After all, Ian had only recently advanced to the late stage of the first ring, and he had heard of the Earth Tremor, which was a top-tier late stage first ring sorcery.
But looking at the scene before me...
Yan Zhu pursed his lips.
He pondered in his mind that even his most proficient witchcraft could reach this level.
But the problem is he's been at the top for decades, while Ian has only been at it for a short time.
Is your magical talent really that amazing?
Rockcastle gasped, his gaze toward Ian becoming increasingly serious.
"It's not really about giving pointers, it's more about exchanging ideas."
He said with a smile.
"Then thank you, sir."
After Ian finished his demonstration, he came over as well.
The two then began to talk.
It must be said that Rockforge's earth elemental magic level is indeed much higher than Ian's.
Ian felt he had gained a lot.
This can also be seen from the faster increase in proficiency.
And apart from rock casting.
Over at the alchemy workshop.
Ian also sensed some changes.
"The most recently restored items seem to be of higher value."
Ian looked at the pile of magical artifacts in front of him, which contained a higher level of advanced magical artifacts.
He naturally prefers it.
The more high-level magical artifacts he has, the faster his skill in repairing magical artifacts will increase.
He can also gain more battle merits and contribution points.
For example, if this situation continues, he can earn about one-third more battle merits and contribution points each month than before.
"It must be related to Supervisor Rolf."
Ian remarked with emotion.
Without a doubt, it was he who revealed his intention to be promoted to senior scholar.
It seems that being promoted to senior scholar has a different meaning within the academy.
Besides.
There is another important thing for Ian, and that is the Wind Barrier.
Two spells have now been completed; only one more is needed.
They've searched the entire academy, so theoretically, Ian's last known location is Storm Spear.
This is also the warband with the most wind-attribute wizards within the academy.
Normally, to gain access to knowledge within a warband, one must be a member of the warband.
Ian is clearly not involved.
"Reinard promised to help me this once, so let's do it this time."
He pondered.
While keeping this opportunity might bring even more benefits, a perfect-level wind barrier is equally important to him.
Actually, he had another option: whether he could acquire a batch of Earth Mercury.
But Ian felt there were other opportunities to obtain this thing, so after thinking about it, he decided to use it for witchcraft.
He found Leonard very quickly.
"Need a spell? Sure."
Leonard immediately agreed after hearing the answer.
What might be difficult for an ordinary wizard is very simple for him.
Soon, a knowledge crystal was delivered.
"The chapter's base isn't here. This is a catalog with some information. You can take a look and see what you want," Leonard said.
Ian accepted the Knowledge Crystal.
Ian was instantly shocked by the knowledge contained within his mental energy sweeping across the area.
Not to mention the untapped second-tier knowledge, even the first-tier knowledge is almost comparable to the collections of a library or the Silver Society.
Is this what Warband is?
Ian gasped.
After flipping through the pages for a while, Ian finally made a connection between the Flowing Wind Barrier and a piece of knowledge.
"A high-level knowledge of the first rank of the wind attribute? Sure."
Leonard looked at the exceptional quality of the wind-attribute sorcery and nodded.
soon.
This witchcraft has been delivered.
"Wings of the Wind".
Ian looked at the name of the spell with excitement; it was the final piece of the puzzle to complete the Wind Barrier.
And then they acquired witchcraft.
Ian also quickly left the battle.
Several days later.
proving ground.
Huge cyan wings unfurled from Ian's shoulder blades, and cyan runes could be seen through them.
"This can increase my movement speed in the sky and enhance my abilities; it's a very good spell."
Ian put it away.
Extremely satisfied.
In the blink of an eye.
Another month has passed.
Ian took leave and returned to the academy on the academy's airship.
Simultaneously.
Five years later, the new season of Elemental Mastery is finally on sale.