That's right, a small amount of magic metal, not just adamantine!
When different magic metals were added, the alloy steel would have different characteristics!
Brian and the others had already tried. When a small amount of magic iron was added, the alloy steel would have a light green color, and its characteristics were resistance to friction and corrosion.
When a small amount of adamantine was added, the alloy steel would have a light blue color, and its characteristics were high strength and toughness.
When a small amount of mithril was added, the alloy steel would have a bright silver color, and its characteristics were light weight and heat resistance.
As Brian and the others did not have many magical metals on hand, they only tried these three. After testing with the rune dwarf Grocka Tongs, the affinity of these three alloys to magic was generally very strong. Although it was not at the level of mithril, it was much stronger than ordinary metals. It could be used as a new type of magical metal!
And more importantly, after testing, they found that the magic affinity of the new alloy would change as the ratio of gray thistle to silver thistle changed.
The higher the ratio of gray thistle, the worse the magic affinity, and the stronger the magic resistance.
The higher the ratio of silver thistle, the stronger the magic affinity, and the weaker the magic resistance.
"… In order to test out this information, Edgar and I have tested countless times without sleep!"
Brian spoke eloquently, then excitedly said, "Big brother, I feel like we've found a material that's even more powerful than the steel you made! If we use this alloy to forge weapons and armor, we will be invincible! "
The corner of Tang En's mouth twitched, and he was speechless.
The material they found was indeed better. Not to mention other things, the combination alone was full of countless possibilities, not to mention that it could make so many ordinary materials have magic affinity with just a little magic metal.
However, after hearing Brian's words, he felt inexplicably unhappy.
Yes, he did not want him to be so proud.
Tang En coughed softly and said calmly, "Well, it is a very powerful material, but this is already within my expectations."
Brian was startled. "Oh?"
"That's right. This material has already appeared in my laboratory. It's just that the process is a bit troublesome, so I didn't tell you. I wanted to start with simple steel … What's with the look in your eyes?"
Before Tang En could finish his sentence, he noticed that Brian was looking at him with contempt. Even Fiona was looking at him with contempt.
Brian pointed at his own face and widened his eyes. "Big brother … do you think I'm stupid?"
Tang En really wanted to say that it was indeed silly …
"When you saw this material just now, the excitement in your eyes almost broke through the sky. Now you're telling me that you've already discovered it?"
Brian picked his nose and glanced sideways at Tang En. He said with a faint smile, "Or are you worried that I'll surpass you in this aspect, so you don't want to admit it?"
"You're the one who doesn't want to accept this reality!"
Tang En blushed and evaded the topic. "Alright, let's not talk about this. This material is indeed very good, so I've decided to name it —"
"Wait, big brother! You're not being honest! "
Brian shouted, interrupting Tang En's words. "This material was discovered by me and Edgar together! So the naming rights should belong to us! We've already decided to call this alloy steel — "
"This is my territory, listen to me! I'm the boss! I'll decide on the name! All of you, get out of my way! "
"We made it! It's the fruit of our hard work! Of course, we'll decide on the name! "
Edgar said weakly, "Master Brian, your words can easily be misunderstood …"
"Ah? I didn't — "
While Brian's attention was distracted by Edgar, Tang En shouted, "Hey! Stop talking nonsense! The new alloy's name will be Universal Alloy! It's settled! "
"Damn it!"
Brian was furious. "You beat me to it! I've already thought of calling it Edgar Brian Alloy! "
Why not call it Adamantium Alloy …
Tang En's face was full of joy. "What a terrible name … Universal Alloy is indeed more appropriate."
"You're looking down on the most scientific way of naming!"
Nokia, who had been squatting at the side, said in a sharp voice. "Using the name of the discoverer to name a new material is the most scientific way!"
Why was he so agitated …
Fiona explained, "Because at first, Master Brian and Edgar quarreled for a long time about the name. Later, Master Nokia told them about this method, and they were very satisfied and accepted it."
"Then why is Edgar's name at the front?"
In theory, Brian was Edgar's master.
Fiona said helplessly, "Because the two of them made a bet, and Master Brian lost, so his name is at the back …"
"Okay, I understand."
Tang En looked at Brian sympathetically. He was despised by everyone in the Dwarf Kingdom, and after coming to Ellington for a few months, he finally made a discovery that could be recorded in history. In the end, the naming rights were snatched by him. This feeling … was great!
"Don't worry, Brian!"
Tang En patted him on the shoulder and said with a hearty smile, "In the future records, I will make a special note that the discoverers of the universal alloy are Tang En, Edgar, and Brian. Their names will be 'smaller'."
"Wait! It was obviously Edgar and I who discovered it! Why should your name be at the front?! Also, what's the meaning of 'brackets smaller than brackets'?! "
"Because I brought you into the field of materials science, and I'm your mentor! Your mentor has unconditional naming rights! "
Tang En gave him a thumbs-up and smiled proudly. "What's more, the universal alloy is an extension of the foundation of steel. Of course, my importance is above yours!"
"Shameless! Despicable! "
Brian's eyes widened. "I've never seen someone as shameless as you!"
Tang En was very modest. "You flatter me. There's still a gap between me and you. I'll continue to work hard."
Nola, who was lying on top of Tang En's head, could not help but roll her eyes. This guy's skin was really too thick!
"Well, since the universal alloy has been discovered, then I'll have to adjust my plan accordingly."
Tang En originally planned to find a way to get the magic metal mine as soon as possible, but because it was too difficult, he had not carried it out. The discovery of the universal alloy had eased the need for magic metals in Ellington, so this step could be delayed.
"With the universal alloy, the other equipment that we're developing can use this new alloy, but I'm afraid we don't have that many gray thistles and silverthread flowers in reserve, so Fiona —"
"Please go ahead."
Fiona immediately took out a book.
"Inform Hilton and Thomas to buy gray thistles and silverthread flowers in Alinx and Bein, as well as the seeds, and then promote planting in Ellington. They can apply for the seeds and the necessary tools for planting herbs for free. In addition, the land where these two herbs are planted will be exempted from agricultural tax —"
"My Lord!?"
Fiona was shocked: "The tax rate is already set very low now, if it's exempted —"
"I haven't finished yet." Tang En rolled his eyes and continued: "— After the herbs are harvested, the Lord's Residence is responsible for the recovery of the herbs at a 30% discount according to the current market price, or you can choose to sell them to the herb buyers, but in that case, the normal agricultural tax will be levied."
Hearing this, Fiona finally understood Tang En's meaning, and once again praised Tang En's wit.
When Hogg was in office, the tax rate for farmers in Ellington was 70%, which meant that for every gold coin, they had to pay 70 silver coins in tax, so they received 30 silver coins. After Tang En took office, the tax rate was reduced by 5%, so the current total tax was about 6.5%. If the two herbs were planted on the land, the 6.5% tax could be exempted.
Tang En gave a 40% discount for the recovery of the herbs, which meant that if the herbs were worth one gold coin, the recovery price would be 40 silver coins.
Compared to growing food, farmers could earn 10 more silver coins for every gold coin worth of crops, which of course increased their enthusiasm.
But the most important thing was that the farmers were restricted from selling the herbs. If they sold the herbs to the herb buyers at the original price, the normal agricultural tax would be levied, which meant that for every gold coin, they would have to pay a total of 65 silver coins. The farmers could only earn 35 silver coins. Compared to selling directly to Tang En, they earned 5 silver coins less!
Of course, it was more cost-effective to sell directly to the Lord — not to mention that the seeds and tools were provided by the Lord for free.
Tang En also earned a lot. Mobilizing the farmers to plant herbs was more cost-effective than buying them directly from the market. Getting the raw materials at a 40% discount was enough to wake him up with joy.
But …
Fiona suddenly frowned again. "My Lord, we have promoted the planting of peppermint before, and now we want to promote the planting of herbs. I'm afraid that the farmers' willingness to grow food will continue to decline. If we don't have enough food in the coming year, I'm afraid that we will have to face a famine … Don't forget, our Ellington is only able to fill our stomachs now."
"Food is not a problem. After the production of agricultural machinery such as the combine harvester and the cultivator, as long as there is enough land, a farmer can grow enough food to satisfy thousands of people for a year."
Tang En said casually. "Also, don't overestimate their enthusiasm for planting herbs. For people who are used to starving, planting cash crops is far less important than planting food, so you can rest assured in this regard."
"… Very well, as you wish."
In fact, in addition to the agricultural efficiency reform brought about by the upcoming production of agricultural machinery, Tang En's trip to the elves in a few days was also one of the reasons why he was so assured about food.
If he could rely on his relationship with Nola and Aiguin to recruit a few elven beauties from the elves … Bah! If he was an elven druid, then food was even less of a problem for Ellington.
The druid's life magic was excellent for farming!
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