piratefiction Chapter 268 Ultimate Enhancement, Alchemist's Ark!
Chapter 268 Ultimate Enhancement, Alchemist's Ark!
Chapter 268 Ultimate Enhancement, Alchemist's Ark!
Lu Renjia stared blankly, recalling with a bitter expression: "Later, Fang Zhou told me that the reason why his elite double-axe monster was so powerful in combat, had such rich combat experience, and mastered many berserker skills was because it was the last gift from the spirit of General Ning Feihu."
Then, he made me fight against a regular greatsword skeleton that he had casually enhanced.
Although I won this time, I had used all my strength and was almost completely exhausted.
When the battle ended, I was so exhausted I could barely stand; it felt like all my strength had been drained.
At this point, Lu Renjia shook his head with a sigh and said, "From then on, I gained a deeper understanding of just how big the gap in strength between me and Fang Zhou really was."
"What a lucky choice it was to beat everyone else to the punch and invite Ark to team up with us for the Vault Defense."
Meanwhile, Lu Yiyi had already finished watching the battle video that Lu Renjia had sent her, and couldn't help but shake her head in complete admiration.
Immediately afterwards, Lu Yiyi suddenly shuddered, looked at Lu Renjia with piercing eyes, and said in a hurried tone, "Since the big boss Fangzhou has already sent us a team invitation, what are you still hesitating for?"
Hurry up and agree to it!
We can't let someone else snatch away the golden opportunity that's already within our grasp.
Look at their two top students, Bai Xiaochun and Meng Hongzhuang, in their first year. Aren't they the best examples?
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Lu Renjia nodded, fully understanding what Lu Yiyi meant.
In the past few days, Xiao Chan and Meng Hongzhuang have been closely following Fang Zhou. By teaming up with Fang Zhou, they have easily occupied the top spot on the historical speed race leaderboard of the Apprentice Corner Demon Outpost Simulation Battlefield.
This feat has already aroused widespread envy, jealousy, and even some resentment among the students of Haicheng Military Academy.
After all, being able to fight alongside a powerhouse like Fang Zhou is a dream opportunity for any student.
Now that Fang Zhou has been promoted to apprentice, this is the golden moment for Lu Renjia and Lu Yiyi to cling to his coattails.
If all goes well, they might be able to follow in the footsteps of Bai Xiaochun and Meng Hongzhuang, relying on the Ark as a powerful force to rise to the top and experience the unparalleled glory of being ranked at the top of the all-time speed racing leaderboard.
At this moment, Lu Renjia seemed to already see his and Lu Yiyi's names shining on the leaderboard, and his heart was filled with excitement and anticipation.
Thinking of this, Lu Renjia quickly opened his personal terminal and sent a message to Fang Zhou to confirm the team challenge plan for tonight.
【How to Raise a Passerby Male Protagonist】(Lu Renjia): "Ark Master, Lu Yiyi and I haven't used up our simulation battlefield challenge attempts for today. We can team up with you."
"If it's convenient, how about we team up for the Vault Defense challenge tonight?"
At this moment, Fang Zhou, who was listening to the course in the Hall of Glory, glanced at the message on his personal terminal, replied with a simple "no problem" emoji, and then devoted himself to his intense study again.
After class that evening, Fang Zhou once again stepped into the building of the necromancer research group.
This time, Instructor Huang Qiuyue was also present. "Fang Zhou, you actually broke through to the advanced apprentice level!"
Instructor Huang Qiuyue's voice was filled with surprise and admiration, "This is truly unbelievable!"
Fangzhou nodded slightly.
He achieved his success entirely through his own efforts, so there's no need for him to hide anything.
"Okay, okay!"
Instructor Huang Qiuyue exclaimed in admiration, "Instructor Su Xinyan just informed me to come over and told me that you have successfully broken through the bottleneck and been promoted to the senior apprentice level."
This means you can equip two more pieces of white, common quality equipment.
I knew you had new equipment and would need refining and socketing, so I came over immediately.
Upon hearing this, Fang Zhou felt a surge of warmth in his heart and said gratefully, "Thank you, Instructor Qiuyue."
I received a white, ordinary-quality crystal ball, exclusive to necromancers, from Instructor Xinyan.
However, it has been strengthened to its limit.
In addition, I also exchanged a Nova necklace from the military academy's logistics department.
This necklace still needs refining and setting.
As he spoke, he took out an exquisite Nova necklace, along with the refined stones and gems prepared for him by the logistics department, from his spatial storage capsule and handed them to Instructor Huang Qiuyue.
"I've already exchanged the necessary refinement stones and gems from the logistics department. If Instructor Akizuki would be willing to help—"
Fangzhou's words were full of anticipation.
Instructor Huang Qiuyue waved her hand, indicating that he didn't need to be so polite.
"Leave it to me."
After saying that, she led Fangzhou to the forging workshop of the necromancer research group.
The workshop was brightly lit, and the various forging tools gleamed under the lights.
Instructor Huang Qiuyue stood in front of the worktable, gently closed her eyes, and silently chanted a spell.
With her gesture, a giant, transparent white hand slowly emerged.
This is her signature skill, "Hand of the Mage".
Under Instructor Huang Qiuyue's control, "Mage's Hand" picked up the forging tools in the blacksmith's workshop.
Then, the sound of ping-pong balls being struck came from inside the workshop.
Soon, Ark's brand-new Nova Necklace was enhanced to its limit.
Fang Zhou took the necklace from Instructor Huang Qiuyue, who was handing him his prized creation. His gaze immediately turned to his personal attribute panel, eager to see the changes the necklace would bring.
【New Star Necklace】(White Common, Refined +2, Level 2 Amethyst*2): A universal necklace for magic users, mass-produced thanks to the widespread availability of the Magic Energy Factory. It boasts not only exquisite appearance but also guaranteed quality. After refining and inlaying, it can slightly increase the wearer's mental energy recovery speed.
With the completion of the four-piece training set of the Ultimate Enhancement Nova Set, Ark's efficiency in training and practicing skills will see a significant improvement.
At this moment, Instructor Huang Qiuyue snapped her fingers lightly.
The enormous mage hands that moved nimbly in the air like arms then vanished.
She turned to Fangzhou and said, "Fangzhou, Instructor Su Xinyan is still waiting for you at the Alchemy Workshop."
She seems ready to teach you alchemy.
I know nothing about this sophisticated craft, so I won't get involved.
I'll head over now. Call me if you need anything.
Fang Zhou nodded gratefully to Instructor Huang Qiuyue and watched her leave the necromancer research group building.
Then he turned and walked toward the alchemy workshop.
During his free time in the afternoon, Fang Zhou had already taken the opportunity to browse through the alchemist part-time job information that Instructor Su Xinyan had given him.
Through reading, he gained some initial understanding of the profession of alchemist.
However, the information was written in a rather abstract and vague manner, leaving Fangzhou feeling somewhat confused.
After all, without any practical experience, he didn't know how to truly begin learning this skill.
Let's see how Instructor Xinyan teaches him tonight.
Passing through the dimly lit corridor, Ark entered the alchemy workshop.
What came into view was the graceful figure of Instructor Su Xinyan.
She wore a long silver dress, and under the dim light, the dress shimmered like moonlight, making her figure look exceptionally beautiful.
Su Xinyan had her back to the door, her gaze fixed on the bright moon hanging in the night sky through the window.
Fangzhou knocked gently on the door, then stepped inside.
Su Xinyan turned around and looked at Fang Zhou, then asked directly, "Fang Zhou, what about the alchemy information I sent you at noon?"
You've read it carefully, haven't you?
What do you think?
Fang Zhou shook his head slightly and replied, "I have roughly browsed through it, but I only understand some basic concepts and theories."
The specific details and operating procedures will require your personal guidance.
Su Xinyan smiled smugly and said, "Of course, alchemy is a practical science. Only by trying it yourself can you have the opportunity to get started and truly understand its mysteries."
Don't be impatient, let me demonstrate it for you first.
As she spoke, she turned and walked toward the long table.
Various alchemy tools were displayed on it.
From flasks to crucibles, from test tubes to funnels, each piece appears exceptionally precise, radiating the unique luster of metal.
As Su Xinyan spoke, she began to organize the tools on the table, and then continued to introduce: "The level division of the alchemist sub-profession is similar to that of other sub-professions, such as blacksmith and apothecary."
The levels, from lowest to highest, are trainee, junior, intermediate, senior, and expert.
Above experts are even higher levels such as masters and grandmasters.
However, these things are still a long way off for you, so there's no need to rush.
"Generally speaking, novice alchemists can only attempt to create some low-quality gray artifacts, which often only have the most basic combat functions."
Novice alchemists can craft white, common-quality artifacts, which are already usable in intense battles.
Upon reaching the intermediate alchemist stage, one can craft green-quality artifacts and master enchanting techniques to give these artifacts more additional attributes.
Advanced alchemists are capable of creating blue, high-quality items.
These items are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also highly functional.
At this point, a hint of longing flashed in Su Xinyan's eyes, "I am now a high-level alchemist."
If I can push my limits further, I can become an expert alchemist capable of crafting rare purple artifacts!
"Now watch closely, I'm going to demonstrate the alchemist's basic skill: Alchemy!"
Su Xinyan took a deep breath, stretched out her fingers, and drew complex trajectories in the air.
As she moved, the materials on the experimental table began to change.
They first trembled slightly, then slowly rose up, rotating and deforming in mid-air according to Su Xinyan's gestures.
Originally, materials of various shapes were reshaped into exquisite standard alchemy blanks in the shapes of spheres, triangular pyramids, and cubes.
These embryos radiated a faint glow, their surfaces were as smooth as mirrors, and they were perfectly symmetrical from every angle.
After completing this series of actions, Su Xinyan did not stop immediately, but continued to use her skills to make these alchemical embryos change again and return to their original forms.
After doing all this, Su Xinyan turned to face the ark, her eyes showing a hint of seriousness.
"The essence of alchemy is to use the properties of various materials to explore and combine different materials to create magical items with different effects."
Therefore, the creation and restoration of the alchemical prototype that I just did is the foundation of alchemy.
If you want to succeed as a part-time alchemist, you must first learn how to refine alchemical prototypes.
Her words were encouraging, but also subtly hinted at a challenge.
"Ark, although you have a high talent in the necromancer profession, it does not mean that you have the same heaven-defying talent in alchemy."
Learning alchemy is a long process, so don't be impatient.
Here, you give it a try.
"Start making the spherical alchemical prototype and see if you have any talent for alchemy."
Fang Zhou smiled calmly.
Although he didn't speak, his confident expression was palpable.
Seeing this, Su Xinyan secretly curled her lip, seemingly looking forward to seeing the Ark fail.
However, Fangzhou ignored Su Xinyan's ulterior motives.
His gaze shifted to his attribute panel, which displayed information that only he could see.
"Sufficient skill materials detected for the part-time sub-profession [Alchemist]. It is estimated that 100 Soul Power points will be required for a quick start."
"Shall we begin learning?"
When Fang Zhou was studying the introductory materials on the alchemist sub-profession that Su Xinyan had transmitted to him in the afternoon, his attribute panel did not show any reaction.
At the time, Fangzhou thought that perhaps he lacked the talent to understand the basic skills required for the part-time alchemist sub-profession.
But now, after Instructor Su Xinyan gave him a detailed demonstration, the attribute panel immediately displayed a notification.
This shows that having an instructor lead the way and demonstrate in person is essential for him to better understand the mysteries of alchemy.
Fangzhou roughly grasped the basic framework of learning skills through the attribute panel, so he didn't hesitate and directly consumed 100 points of soul power.
In an instant, he entered his familiar state of bursting inspiration again.
All the alchemy steps that Instructor Su Xinyan had just completed—the precise weighing, the complex mixing, and the subtle heating control—seemed to be displayed before his eyes in an infinitely slow-down manner.
In the realm of consciousness, Ark seemed to be in an endless alchemy laboratory, repeating these actions over and over again.
In a daze, Fangzhou felt that he had refined and restored alchemical prototypes tens of thousands of times.
Combined with the alchemical theory he had learned that afternoon, he mastered alchemy almost instantly.
When he came to his senses from this strange state, he took a deep breath and looked at the attribute panel.
At this moment, a new section called "Secondary Professions" has appeared on the panel.
At the very top of this section, the words "Apprentice Alchemist" are prominently displayed.
Does this mean I've successfully completed my part-time job?
Despite having prepared himself for his terrifying talent and hard work, Fang Zhou was still speechless with amazement.