"So, the essence of war is still a competition of national strength. Ten thousand combat puppets may sound impressive, but in fact, instead of using all the resources of the country to build such an army, it would be better to use the materials to build some weapons and distribute them to the soldiers. That way, we can at least build an army of a hundred thousand soldiers. After all, the cheapest thing in a war is human life," Li Huailin said with a smile.
"Don't insult my invention. I admit that the cost of the combat puppets is a little high, but it's not as exaggerated as ten thousand. A thousand assault troops can tear apart the enemy's formation. I think the country can still afford the cost of a thousand of them, and … and …" Klaus got a little excited as he spoke. "Look at this!"
Klaus said as he took out a blueprint from the table next to him. "This is my new invention. I call it the Super Magic Cannon!"
"That's a super vulgar name …" Li Huailin facepalmed.
"Compared to the magic cannons currently used in war, my Super Magic Cannon utilizes the magic crystals to the extreme. Every shot is twice as powerful as theirs," Klaus said proudly.
"Have you tried it before?" Li Huailin asked.
"Uh … It's still in the research stage … My materials …" Klaus said timidly.
"Junior high physics tells us that force is mutual. The more powerful your cannon is, the greater the recoil. You have to think about whether your cannon can withstand such an explosion," Li Huailin said with a sigh.
"I know that too. That's why I used a mixture of black iron and cloud iron to make the body of the cannon …"
"That's why I said, cost, cost. How many cannons can you make with those two materials? Have you thought about it?" Li Huailin interrupted Klaus before he could finish.
Klaus didn't say anything again.
"Alright, alright, Huailin …" Beside him, Gilbert gestured for the two to calm down.
"I say, Mr. Engineer, you're quite good at invention, but real war isn't just a matter of theory. People will really die." Li Huailin said, "However, as long as you change the usage of your invention slightly, I believe it can still be used in actual combat."
"Oh?" Klaus suddenly got excited and grabbed Li Huailin. "Really? How do you use it? "
"This is also your invention, right? This black core?" Li Huailin casually picked up a black core on the table and said. This black core didn't look like it had been used before. It should have been placed in the incomplete puppet, but it hadn't been placed yet.
"Of course, I just discovered this recently. I can use this device to collect dark power, store it, and put it into the Battle Puppet to operate. Compared to ordinary Magical Crystal Puppets, my Dark Puppet can fight for a longer time, and it can be replenished with dark power. It's not a disposable item like magical crystals," Klaus said proudly.
"What will happen if this thing is used on a human?" Li Huailin asked.
"Eh? Use it on a human? I really haven't thought about it … "Klaus thought for a moment and said," But if such a powerful dark power surges into a human's body in an instant, maybe the human body can't handle it. I don't know what will happen exactly without experimenting. "
"The human body can't handle it? Then the body of a Dragonoid … "Li Huailin said.
"Dragonoid?" Klaus' eyes lit up. "Yes, if it's a Dragonoid, it will definitely be able to handle the infusion of such power. Yes, yes, this can instantly give a Dragonoid a very powerful strength. This is feasible!"
"I see …" Li Huailin nodded. No wonder Borren's Dracon would have this device. It turned out that it really worked on the Dragonoid. It seemed like the dark side was experimenting in this area. They probably tried it on ordinary people, but it didn't work. That's why they set their eyes on the stronger Dragonoid.
"You're so smart!" Klaus' eyes suddenly lit up. He said to Li Huailin, "Quick, help me think, will this thing work?"
"It's still a little troublesome. If you want to use it now, you'll have to find a group of Dragonoids to join your army. These Dragonoids … don't seem to be easy to find," Li Huailin said.
"That's … true …" Klaus was a little dejected.
"But …" Li Huailin made another big turn.
"But what?" Klaus' curiosity was piqued again.
"Aren't you a great engineer? Can't you design it a little and lower the output of this black core so that it doesn't surge out too much power at once? Then, according to the different endurance of different races, you can design versions that are suitable for humans, elves, and orcs, right? "Li Huailin said.
"Huh?! Ah! I get it! Right! That's right! " Klaus yelled. "This … this idea, I … I have to write it down immediately. No, I have to start working immediately!"
As he yelled, Klaus began to work on the paper and pen on the table. As he was too excited, the things on the table were thrown everywhere, but Klaus had no intention of caring about it at all.
On the other side, Gilbert's eyes also lit up, and he immediately asked Klaus, "If we can design a version for humans, how much will his combat power increase?"
Klaus didn't even raise his head as he answered while drawing, "Well … about this … I haven't experimented with it before, but I think it shouldn't be a problem to double his strength, in theory."
"Are you interested?" Li Huailin asked Gilbert.
"Of course. Didn't you hear what he said? Doubling the strength of humans, isn't that the way to increase one's strength immediately?" Gilbert said. "Also, he was talking about ordinary people. With my current body, I should be able to withstand more dark power. I believe it will be useful to me."
"Oh, so you want it?" Li Huailin asked.
"Of course." Gilbert nodded.
"Oh." Li Huailin nodded, then walked over to Klaus, who was working, and took away the pen he was using.
"You! What are you doing? "Klaus roared angrily at being interrupted.
"Wait for the drawing first. Let me ask you, who came up with the idea just now?" Li Huailin asked.
"Huh? It's you, "Klaus said.
"That's why this idea is mine. As a great engineer, you stole my idea. That's not very good, right?" Li Huailin said.
"Nonsense. This black core itself is my invention. You just improved it a little," Klaus said immediately.
"Your Super Magic Crystal Cannon is also based on the original Magic Crystal Cannon. How can you say that it's your own invention?" Li Huailin asked.
"This … this …" Klaus was immediately stumped. After thinking for a while, he said, "You're not an engineer."
"Oh, does that matter?" Li Huailin asked. "Just because I'm not an engineer, you can copy my idea?"
"Well, I'll take it as you selling the idea to me. What do you want? Let me tell you first, I don't have any gold coins here, "Klaus said unhappily.
"I want to cooperate with you. It's fate that we meet." Li Huailin said with a smile, as if his plan had worked.
"Cooperation? Well, in the end, you want my invention, right? Okay, okay, what do you want? Let's hear it. " Klaus was not very surprised about this. He had no money anyway, and the only thing he could offer was his invention. He was quite proud that the other party was interested in him.
"Please join our group of bandits," Gilbert suddenly interrupted.
"Huh?" Li Huailin was shocked. He thought that Gilbert only wanted his invention, but it turned out that he wanted to take Klaus with him. That would be the best way, but Klaus might not be willing.
"A group of bandits?" Sure enough, Klaus was also stunned. He then smiled. "Why would I join a group of bandits? I'm an engineer."
"Please join us." Gilbert was not very good with words, so he could only say sincerely.
"I won't join any group of bandits. I have to continue my research, and I don't have the time for that." Unsurprisingly, Klaus refused immediately.
"I think you can consider it." Li Huailin saw that Gilbert was already able to speak, so he agreed with him. Anyway, if it came down to it, they could just beat him up.
"Consider it? I'm an engineer, and I only like to do research. You want me to join a group of bandits? I'm not saying that I have any prejudice against bandits, but that will disturb my research. No, no, "Klaus said.
"See if your research is useful first. You just said that you've been here for a hundred years, but the things you've made … As I said just now, all of them are unrealistic, and their practical value is almost zero. The only useful thing was something I came up with for you. What do you think?" Li Huailin said.
Klaus nodded. "Then what do you say?"
"It's useless to build a car behind closed doors. Even if you research for a hundred years, you'll still be at the same level. But if you join a group of bandits, you'll be able to know what kind of engineering items they need and how to improve them. Wouldn't that be more helpful to your research?" Li Huailin said.
"Huh? It seems to make sense. " Klaus nodded. "But why should I join a group of bandits? I just need to go to the surface regularly to take a look."
"Can a geek like you ask others what engineering items they need?" Li Huailin said. "You said that you haven't seen humans for twenty or thirty years. Do you know how to communicate with them?"
"Hmm …" Klaus was a little hesitant.
"If you join, I'll tell the members not to disturb your work, and if you need any materials, we'll also provide them," Gilbert said.
"I …" Klaus was just about to say something when someone suddenly shouted from the door.
"Master Klaus, I'm here to deliver the materials this time!" a voice shouted into the room.
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