Generally speaking, runes did not have any active effects. This spiral rune was no exception. It could passively change the structure of energy flow and force it into a spiral shape.
In other words, any energy produced by this rune would have a spiral effect.
It was an extremely rare rune. Even in Angor's knowledge, it was one of a kind. When Angor told Mithra about this rune a few days ago, even Mithra did not know how to react. However, when Mithra learned about this rune, he immediately came up with many ways to apply it. Angor only chose to engrave the rune on his palm because of Mithra's advice.
The biggest benefit of this rune was that it could increase one's attack power. The spiral rune was designed to increase the depth of one's power. As a Bloodline apprentice, Nausica mostly fought with her body. With the help of the spiral rune, she could inflict more damage to her opponent.
As for the spiral effect, it also had other benefits. For example, Angor engraved a "wind cave" rune on one of the joints in his arm. It was a simple rune used to create wind, which was usually used to blast air when smelting metal. However, Angor followed Mithra's advice and engraved it on the joint of his arm. With the help of a magic tube and the spiral rune on his palm, he was able to achieve the same effect as a level-2 cantrip, "Tornado".
With the help of the "Spiral Tornado", whether it was escaping or fighting, it could be of great use.
Other than this, the spiral rune could also change the form of other energy. For example, Fire Bullet, Ice Arrow … Nausica would have to find out for herself whether it was good or bad.
After all, the spiral rune had a lot of freedom. Different ways of using it would lead to different results. If used correctly, it could even achieve the same effect as a magic array.
In other words, the most important part of Angor's mechanical arm was the "spiral rune".
After helping Nausica install the arm, Angor explained the functions of each component. Then, Mithra led them to the spacious underground area of Elixir Hut so that Nausica could start her experiment.
She took out a red ribbon that was the same color as her cloak and tied her long hair into a ponytail.
Nausica suppressed her excitement and calmed her breathing. Half a year after losing her arms, she finally regained control of her arms.
Nausica displayed her full strength. In terms of speed, strength, and mana control, Nausica's personal strength was nothing to scoff at. Even Mithra smiled at Angor. "As expected of someone from Brute Cavern. Not bad at such a low level."
Both Angor and Nausica were satisfied with the result. Apart from using the "tornado" to escape, Nausica was able to master the other functions in no time.
This was the result of her first time using the mechanical arm. Once she became familiar with it, these obstacles and flaws would be resolved.
"Thank you," Nausica bowed to Angor and thanked him with sincerity.
"Don't worry about it. We're friends." Angor stepped aside. "I just hope you can bring it out of the purification garden safely."
"Of course. I'll come back safely so that I won't let this arm go to waste." Nausica looked confident.
"I hope so. Otherwise, all my efforts will be in vain." Angor chuckled.
What they didn't notice was that a strange light flashed in Mithra's eyes when they were talking.
Nausica was planning to leave after the test. Angor also wanted to ask Nausica to teach him something about bloodline because of the Krakoks, so he decided to leave with her.
However, Mithra called out to him before he could step out of the door.
Mithra signaled Nausica to leave with him. Nausica thought Mithra had something important to discuss with Angor, so she turned to Angor. "I'll be going then. I'll try my best to get used to my new arm. If you need anything, come find me at the Fragrant Pavilion."
With that, Nausica left Mithra's Elixir Hut.
Angor and Mithra were left alone in the room, looking at each other in confusion.
Clearly, Mithra had something to say to Nausica that she shouldn't listen to. Angor looked at Mithra in confusion and waited for an explanation.
A moment later, Mithra took out a metal card from his pocket and handed it to Angor. There was a line of words written on the card. Angor had never seen anything like this before.
"What's this, Mister?" Angor checked the card several times but still couldn't figure out what it was used for. He also couldn't find any trace of mana on it.
"It's an access card to the R&D Institute. You're quite good at alchemy, so this card will let you in. There are a lot of finished or semi-finished products in the R&D Institute. You might find something useful there," Mithra explained with a smile.
R&D Institute!
Angor's eyes brightened up. It was true that Floating Mech City was the holy land of alchemists. But he also knew that the R&D Institute was the holy land of machine alchemists.
An access card to the R&D Institute was a priceless treasure for him.
"Mister, is it okay to give me this card?" Angor was still a little worried.
"Of course it's okay. There's no one else in the R&D Institute except us old men who keep our reputation intact. You're not worried that someone might criticize us if we bring someone in? " Mithra chuckled. "Besides, you might be able to bring some energy to the place. I don't want to go there myself."
"I'll do it!" Angor nodded vigorously. "I'll do it! I'll definitely go! "
"But the purification garden is about to open. I need —"
Mithra waved his hand to stop him. "I'm aware of that. The access card is renewed every hundred years. You don't have to worry about that. Anyway, I believe that with your abilities, you'll be able to enter the Research and Development Institute in no time."
Angor didn't understand what Mithra was trying to say.
"Floating Mech City is a wizard organization, yes. But the R&D Institute is an independent organization. There are a few old men in there who aren't from Floating Mech City. When you become a master alchemist, or if you develop something that we all agree on and are willing to sell it to the R&D Institute, you'll be allowed to enter as well. " Mithra put a hand on Angor's shoulder. "I'm looking forward to the day when you can bring your 'mecha' to the R&D Institute."
Mithra gave Angor the access card and let him go.
When Angor disappeared from Mithra's sight, a blurry figure suddenly appeared beside Mithra. "Ah, Mithra, you're such a troublemaker. You could've just showed up in public. Why did you have to do this? You even chased my wife away. I'm going to be locked out of bed for half a month when she comes back. "
"Mithra", who was standing by the door, suddenly changed his voice into a young, deep voice. "You're the one who suggested this. You said we shouldn't disturb the child. I don't think the child's mind is as weak as you said. "
The shadow that spoke beside him slowly materialized and finally revealed its human form.
His dry, orange-red hair was curly and black from being burnt by the fire. Old skin and a hunched body. It was "Potion Maker" Mithra.
As soon as Mithra showed up, the "Mithra" who had been talking to Angor slowly transformed into a handsome young man.
If there were other wizards around, they would recognize this young man as "Mediocre" Muse, the other city lord of Floating Mech City who was obsessed with the R&D Institute.
"You know I'm not talking about disturbances," Mithra snapped. "Angor is a good kid. He's talented, smart, and creative. Besides, he's been exposed to Mystery items before. He might even surpass you and me in the future. I don't want him to be influenced by your alchemy ideas."
"He might die if he's left alone." Muse chuckled. But it didn't reach Mithra's heart. Instead, it sent chills down Mithra's spine.
"Who knows? But it's not your style to give him an access card. "
"My style? I just think he deserves this access card. " Muse smiled and changed the topic. "I've just received news that Bogula has entered the depths of Gehenna. I can no longer monitor him." Muse smiled and changed the topic to something else.
"… That's his fate. Whether he can come out or not depends on whether he can find the right path." Mithra's mood sank when talking about Bogula. To him, Bogula was just like how Yeliya felt about Toon. Mithra watched Bogula grow up. He was both Bogula's teacher and father.
"Let's make a bet. Let's see if he can come out." Muse chuckled.
"What's the bet?"
"If I win, you take my place and guard the R&D Institute for ten years. If I lose, you don't have to guard the R&D Institute for fifty years. "
Mithra weighed his options carefully. As the vice president of the Research and Development Institute, he was only ten years away from being in charge of the Research and Development Institute. He enjoyed doing research and development, but it would be too much of a hassle if he had to deal with all sorts of miscellaneous matters.
"Alright, let's do it!" Mithra nodded.
…
After leaving Elixir Hut, he didn't go to Nausica. Instead, he returned to Sunders' mansion.
He didn't need to worry about his bloodline right now. Let Nausica get used to her new arm first.
The purification garden would open in a week and a half. He planned to use this time to train. At the very least, he needed to learn Phantasmal Death first. Then, he would focus on using the sequence of gravity.
By activating the sequence of gravity, he would be as strong as a top-level apprentice. His mobility would also be much better. Apart from Infinite Reticence, this was another life-saving skill he had in the purification garden. He couldn't afford to ignore it.
Time went by as he immersed himself in his training.
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