Chapter 474 Mechanical Arm <TOC> Chapter 476 Prelude
Translator: SumTLMan
Generally speaking, magic runes themselves do not have active effects. This spiral rune is no exception, its effect is to passively change the structure of energy flow, forcibly altering it into a spiral shape.
In short, any energy that passes through this magic rune will carry the effect of a spiral.
This magic rune is an extremely rare one, and in Angel’s inheritance, it is also considered unique. When Angel mentioned this rune a few days ago, even Midora did not react immediately. However, when Midora understood the characteristics of this magic rune, he immediately thought of many subsequent applications. It was with Midora’s reminder that Angel chose to engrave this magic rune on the palm of the hand.
The benefits of engraving this magic rune are obvious, with the greatest benefit undoubtedly being the increase in one’s own attack power. Since the spiral itself exists to make power more profound, Nausica, a wizard’s apprentice with bloodline lineage, usually engages in physical combat. With the spiral power, she can deal deeper and more destructive damage.
As for the external energy being spiraled, there are also many benefits. For example, Angel engraved a wind rune on a joint in his arm, which is a simple wind-producing rune, usually used for air supply in metal smelting. But Angel, following Midora’s advice, engraved it at the joint in the arm, gathered it into a bundle through a magic power conduit, and combined it with the spiral rune in the palm to achieve an effect similar to a second-level trick: “Wind Tornado”.
With the “Spiral Wind Tornado”, whether for escape or combat, it can play a significant role.
In addition, other energies passing through the spiral rune will also change their form. For example, spiral fireballs, spiral ice arrows… whether they are good or bad, it’s up to Nausica to experience for herself.
After all, the spiral rune has a high degree of freedom, and the way it is used will result in different final effects. If used well, it can even achieve the effect of a magic formation.
It can be said that the core of the mechanical arm crafted by Angel is the “Spiral Magic Rune”.
After installing the mechanical arm for Nausica, Angel explained the functions of all the components, and Midora took them to the spacious underground area of the Magic Potion Hut for Nausica to conduct real combat experiments.
Nausica, filled with excitement, took out a red ribbon the same color as her cloak and tied her charming long hair into a ponytail.
Suppressing her excitement, Nausica steadied her breathing and resumed operating with both arms after half a year of losing one.
In the field, light and shadow flashed, and Nausica fully demonstrated her strength. In terms of speed, power, and magic control, setting aside the enhancement of the mechanical arm, Nausica’s own strength was impressive. Even Midora, standing to the side, smiled and said to Angel, “As expected from the Savage Grottoes, achieving such strength at this level is indeed remarkable.”
The results of the experiment were satisfying for both Angel and Nausica. Except for using the “Spiral Wind Tornado” to escape, Nausica had a bit of difficulty controlling the intensity; she quickly got the hang of the other functions.
This was just her first time using the mechanical arm, and once she became proficient, these obstacles and flaws would be resolved.
“Thank you.” After testing, Nausica came to Angel and bowed solemnly in gratitude.
“There’s no need for such a ceremony between us,” Angel stepped aside, “I just hope that you can carry it and come out safely from the Purification Garden.”
“Of course, even if it’s just to not let this arm down, I’ll come back safely.” Nausica was full of high spirits.
“I hope so, otherwise my efforts would be wasted.” Angel laughed.
What they didn’t notice was that as they spoke, a different look flashed in Midora’s eyes.
After Nausica’s test was over, she naturally planned to leave. Due to the Kulakuka tribe’s relationship, Angel wanted to consult Nausica about bloodline issues and decided to leave together.
But as soon as they stepped out, Midora called to Angel.
Midora signaled with his eyes for Nausica to leave, and Nausica thought Midora had some alchemy-related issue to discuss with Angel, so she turned to Angel and said, “Then I’ll go back first. I’ll speed up adapting to the arm lately, and if you have something to do, just come find me at the Bliss Pavilion.”
After saying that, Nausica left the Magic Potion Hut.
Inside, only Angel and Midora faced each other.
Midora sent Nausica away, apparently having something she couldn’t hear to say. Angel looked puzzled at Midora, waiting for his explanation.
After a while, Midora took out a metal card from his pocket and handed it to Angel. There was a row of text on the card, but the twisted text was something Angel had never seen before.
“Master, what kind of card is this?” Angel looked it over and didn’t understand its purpose, nor did it have any traces of magic on it.
“This is a Research Institute access card. Your alchemy skills are good. This card allows you to enter the Research Institute, where there are many mechanical alchemy products and other alchemy products or semi-finished products. You might learn something there,” Midora said with a faint smile.
Research Institute!
Angel’s eyes lit up. It was rumored that the Sky Mechanical City was a holy place for alchemists, which was true. However, if he looked into it more closely, he knew that the Research Institute was the real holy place for mechanical alchemy!
An access card to the Research Institute was absolutely priceless to him!
“Master, is it appropriate for you to give me this card?” Angel was still somewhat uneasy.
“There’s nothing wrong with it. There are no other people in the Research Institute, just a few of us old men maintaining its reputation. Are you worried that we’ll bring someone in and be afraid of being questioned by others?” Midora laughed, “Besides, you might add some vitality when you come, so it won’t be so lifeless that I don’t even want to go.”
Since Midora had said that, Angel naturally nodded vigorously: “I’ll go! I definitely want to go.”
“However, the Purification Garden has recently opened, and I need…”
Midora waved his hand to stop him: “I know about that too. The access card is changed every hundred years, so you don’t have to worry. Besides, I believe that with your abilities, even without an access card, you’ll quickly gain access to the research institute.”
Angel paused, not understanding Midora’s meaning.
“Sky Mechanical City is a good wizard organization, but the research institute is an independent institution. There are a few old men inside who are not from our Sky Mechanical City. Once you become an alchemist master, or rather, when you develop something that we all recognize, and are willing to let the research institute be your distribution center, you’ll be given access.” Midora patted Angel’s shoulder: “I’m really looking forward to the day when you can bring your so-called ‘mecha’ into the research institute.”
After giving Angel the access card, Midora let him leave.
It wasn’t until Angel walked away and disappeared from sight that a blurry figure suddenly appeared beside Midora, followed by a familiar voice: “Ah, Muse, you’re really troublesome. It would be much better to just show up directly instead of doing all this, even scaring away my wife. When she comes back, I’ll definitely be punished with half a month of no bed.”
As this voice appeared, the voice of ‘Midora’ standing at the door suddenly changed to a young and low voice, with a hint of laughter: “It was your suggestion to not startle the child. I think this ‘child’s’ mind is not as weak as you said.”
The shadow talking beside him slowly solidified, eventually revealing a human shape.
With orange and withered hair, accompanied by a smoky, burnt curl. Wrinkled skin and a hunched body, it was undoubtedly ‘Magic Potion’ Midora!
As Midora appeared, the ‘Midora’ who had been talking to Angel all along slowly changed his face and grew taller, revealing a handsome young man.
If there were other wizards present, they would recognize this young man as the other ruler of Sky Mechanical City who was obsessed with the research institute: “’The Mediocre’ Muse!”
“You know very well that the startling I was referring to wasn’t what you were thinking.” Midora said irritably: “Angel is a good kid, with great talent, high abilities, excellent thinking and innovation skills, and he has even been exposed to the mysterious level. He might even surpass you and me in the future. I don’t want him to be influenced by your alchemy philosophy.”
“Let him grow on his own, and he might die.” Muse spoke with a smile. But this smile could not reach the heart and only sent chills down the spine.
“Who knows? But giving him the access card like this doesn’t seem like your style.”
“My style? I just think he’s worthy of this access card.” Muse smiled, ending the topic and starting another one: “I just received news that Bogula has entered the depths of the Demon Abyss. I can’t monitor him from here anymore.”
“…This is his fate. Whether he can come out or not depends on whether he can find the right path.” Speaking of Bogula, Midora’s mood slowly sank. For him, his feelings for Bogula were like Adelia’s for Duoding. He had watched Bogula grow up since childhood, both as a teacher and as a father.
“Not a bad idea for a bet, wagering whether or not he can make it out?” Muse said with a smile.
“What are the stakes?”
“If I win, you take my place guarding the reverse side for ten years. If I lose, I’ll grant you a fifty-year exemption from guarding the research institute.”
Midora carefully weighed the proposal. As the deputy dean of the research institute, he was due to guard the institute in ten years. He enjoyed conducting research, but dealing with promotions and handling trivial matters was too troublesome.
With that in mind, Midora nodded: “Fine, let’s bet!”
…
After leaving the Magic Potion Hut, Angel did not seek Nausica again but returned to Sanders’ residence.
The issue of bloodlines wasn’t urgent at the moment. It would be better to let Nausica get used to her arm before discussing anything else.
There was still a week and a half until the Purification Garden would open. Angel planned to take advantage of this time to practice diligently, at least mastering the Flame Formation Phantom Attack and then focusing on training the application of gravitational channels.
With the activation of the gravitational channels mode, his combat power could approach the peak of apprentices, and his mobility would be greatly enhanced. This was another life saving means in the Purification Garden besides the “Boundless Silence,” which he could not ignore.
Time slipped away as he immersed himself in training.