Above the mage!

Chapter 423: Spiritual Spring Nectar Tree Species and the Panacea

First-class merit redemption list.

Gao De looked at the new book in his hand, and his heart was slightly moved.

The sea sentinel's military merit redemption list is somewhat similar to the illustrated books in some games in his previous life. Only when he reaches the corresponding level will the corresponding illustrated list be unlocked.

As for the Sea Sentinel, only after obtaining the corresponding level of military merit can the corresponding level of military merit list be unlocked.

Previously, Gaode has unlocked the exchange list for third-class merit and second-class merit.

This time he got the first-class merit, and he was finally able to unlock the final first-class merit redemption list of the Sea Sentinel.

Compared with the exchange lists for the second-class merit and the third-class merit, the exchange list for the first-class merit is obviously much thinner.

It’s very reasonable. Everything that can be included in the first-class merit exchange list is first-class good stuff.

Good things must be scarce.

Gao De opened the booklet and first looked at the part about spell formulas that he was most concerned about.

Just as he had guessed before, the level of spell formulas listed on the first-class merit exchange list were rare spell formulas of the fourth and fifth rings.

The unexpected surprise was that in addition to these rare fourth- and fifth-ring spell recipes, there were also sixth-ring spell recipes listed.

Although there are only a few of them, and they are all ordinary spells, they are enough to show the profound foundation of the Sea Sentinels.

Among the five-ring rare spell recipes, Gaode also saw the spell that he was most concerned about, the constancy spell.

[Spell Permanence [Rare]] (Transmutation, 5th Ring):
This spell can make the duration of certain other spells permanent by casting the spell you want and then casting Permanence immediately afterward.

In addition to being able to cast spells on itself, spells can also be cast on other creatures or objects. However, when casting spells on other creatures and objects, specific conditions and requirements must be met, and certain materials must be spent.
[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*1]

According to Gaode's idea, he naturally wanted to exchange the [Spell Permanence] right away and bring it back to the North.

After all, this spell was one of his main goals in leaving the North.

But it is too unreasonable and too suspicious for a first-ring wizard to use his precious first-class merit to exchange for a fifth-ring spell formula, something that would not be used in the next hundred years.

Therefore, no matter how urgent his heart was, Gao De could only put it aside for the time being.

After quickly scanning the spells above, Gao De began to carefully check the other treasures that could be exchanged on the exchange list:

【Fengyu Brewing】

[A magic potion for leveling up that is made from the Wind Feather Flower. The potion is clear and bright, with a cyan halo. Drinking it can increase the success rate of a second-level mage being promoted to the third level (40%).]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*1]

【Silver Dragon Blood Extract】

[A magic potion for leveling up that is made from the blood of a silver dragon bird. Drinking it can increase the success rate of a third-level mage being promoted to the fourth level (40%).]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*2]

Among the treasures in the potion category, the only ones that can be included in the first-class merit exchange list are the level-up potions.

As the name suggests, the level-up potion is an auxiliary potion that helps mages to level up.

Level-up potions are not necessary for advancing the wizard's level.

There are definitely some mages who succeeded in upgrading without drinking the potion, and there are definitely some mages who failed to upgrade even after drinking the potion.

But for most mages, when upgrading their levels, no matter what the conditions are, they will try their best to get a level-up potion, even if the quality is poor.

First, the difficulty of upgrading the ring is extremely high. Without any external objects, relying solely on one's own ability to upgrade the ring, the success rate may be less than 10%.

Secondly, in the process of upgrading the rings, if you succeed, you will naturally have a bright future, but if you fail, you will be seriously injured and will need a long time to recuperate. If you are unlucky, you may even be left with permanent hidden injuries, which will greatly reduce your lifespan.

Although the level-up potion cannot guarantee a successful level-up after drinking it, it can protect the mage to the greatest extent.

This minimizes the backlash and injuries a mage suffers after failing to upgrade a level, allowing him to try to upgrade again without any hindrance in the future.

From a certain perspective, the existence of level-up potions is also one of the main reasons why alchemy has always been listed among the "three major" secondary professions.

After all, for a mage, level-up potions are a real necessity.

The level-up potion provided by the Sea Sentinels is not only the best in the Plantagenet Dynasty, but also the best in the entire Nolan Continent.

The 40% increase in the success rate of level-upgrading can never be matched by other inferior level-upgrading potions.

If a wizard can drink this quality of level-up potion to assist in his advancement, it is actually equivalent to having already stepped half a foot into the next level.

But excellent quality also means a high price.

However, on the first-class merit exchange list, there is no auxiliary magic potion that can upgrade the first ring to the second ring.

This is because the second-ring upgrade potion is of a relatively low level and is not valuable enough to be included in the first-level merit exchange list, so it can be exchanged for second-level merit.

Look down again.

The rune construction customization that Melia had mentioned in the rumors suddenly came into view.

【Rune Construction Customization】

[Exchange for a set of rune construction made by a third-level or higher rune constructor according to your requirements]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*1 to unlimited (assessed by the Rune Constructor)]

For other mages, this was a very tempting exchange option, but Gaode just took a look and silently looked away.

Self-reliance is the way to go!

[Magic Forbidden Breastplate (Level 3-5)]

[Breastplate made of forbidden magic stone]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*1-5]

This is the treasure with the briefest introduction that Gaode has ever seen, but it is very expensive.

But he didn't find it strange at all.

Because the three words "Forbidden Magic Stone" are enough to explain everything.

The Forbidden Magic Stone is the true symbol of the Plantagenet Dynasty. It is more representative than the everlasting plantagenet flower. It is the foundation of the dynasty and the only mineral discovered in the world that can isolate magic power. It is also known as the Spell Nemesis.

In the world of mages, the value of the three words "Forbidden Magic Stone" does not require too many words to be explained.

Gao De was naturally interested in this magical thing recorded in the "textbook".

But after all, it was not an urgent need, and the price was really expensive, so he just kept it in mind and passed it by.

Looking further down, there are materials, the most eye-catching of which is the [Magic Forbidden Stone (Level 3-Level 5)].

Similarly, Gaode’s current demand for materials is not very large, so it just takes a quick look and then continues to scroll down.

On the next page, the color of the entire paper changed, and a limited-time redemption caption appeared in the upper left corner.

The exchange list for first-class merit is extremely special, and the treasures that can be supplied to the Sea Sentinel Mage for exchange on a long-term basis are extremely limited.

Because the treasures are definitely scarce, usually there are only a few of them, and once they are redeemed, they will be removed from the list.

Only spell formulas and potions can be shipped in large quantities.

The bulk of the first-class merit exchange list is made up of non-fixed items that are constantly changing and have limited quantities. Some even have only one item, so be quick and you’ll miss out.

These non-fixed items are not classified in detail, but are arranged from high to low according to the military merit required for redemption. [Crystal of Ancient Siren Bloodline]

[When the ancient siren was on the verge of death, it condensed its powerful magic into a crystal. It contains pure and powerful siren magic as well as some of the ancient siren's memories and instincts.

By communicating and refining this blood crystal, you can improve your own mage level and have the opportunity to comprehend the secrets of ancient siren spells.

Be careful, refining the Siren Bloodline Crystal is extremely dangerous. 】

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*10]

The first treasure that came into his sight gave Gaode a great shock.

Ancient Siren Spell is another new spell faction, which should be somewhat similar to True Ice Spell.

Of course, True Ice Spell is a large category, and Ancient Siren Spell can only be considered a minor category.

I'm very tempted, but I don't have the ability, so I can only say that it's a chance to broaden my horizons.

【Return to Green Mandala】

[The flower of the magic plant that grows in the Forest of Songs is boiled with spring water to make an ointment. Apply it on the chest for three days and three nights. The user's life span will increase by thirty years.]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*5]

A magical plant that increases lifespan!

For the current Gaode, it certainly doesn't think much of this thing.

But for those mages who are approaching the limit of their lifespan but have hope of breaking through, this is a thing that can change their destiny. They are willing to borrow another thirty years from heaven, not to mention five first-class merits, even if it means giving up all their wealth.

Of course, this is none of Gaode’s business.

He is young and has a long life. As a monk who practices the "Qingmu Changsheng Sutra", he is the person who worries least about his lifespan.

Flipping through the pages, in addition to various extraordinary items, there are also earth vein creature eggs, ancient wizards' spell research manuals and other strange things. There is even a shop in Kensington that can be exchanged for two first-class merits.

But no matter how strange these things look, as long as they can be included in the first-class merit exchange list, they are undoubtedly of extremely high value and extremely rare, and it is difficult to buy them even with money.

Gaode was very attracted to most of the items, but that was just the extent of his attraction.

The only thing that can be truly considered a necessity is [Spell Permanence], but it cannot be exchanged directly.

With limited first-class merits on hand, he chose to be a miser to avoid having no merits to exchange for the treasures he wanted in the future.

Just as he turned to the last page of the first-class merit exchange list, the "miser" Gao De's eyes suddenly lit up and he stopped flipping through the book.

【Lingquan Ganlu Tree Species】

[A fourth-level magic tree species, the Spiritual Spring Nectar Tree, when it reaches maturity, a spiritual spring will gush out from the roots of the tree. Drinking the water from the spiritual spring can quickly restore mana in a short period of time;
The water of the spiritual spring has a powerful healing effect on common diseases and toxins;

In addition, watering other plants with spiritual spring water can make the plants grow faster and better, and it is easier to grow into high-quality plants. 】

[Note: this kind of magic tree is extremely delicate and difficult to grow. ]

[Military merit required for exchange: First-class merit*1]

A demonic tree species, or a fourth-level demonic tree species.

Even if it has no effect, the fourth level alone is enough for Gaode to spend one military merit to exchange it.

Because a fourth-order magic tree can accelerate the growth progress of Yugath-Shira by 2797 months, or 233 years!
Not to mention, this Lingquan Nectar Tree is also a magical tree with extremely powerful functions.

The spiritual spring water that can cure diseases and toxins is like a blessing from heaven for the northern territories where medical conditions are still unsatisfactory.

The role of promoting growth of plants is an urgent need among urgent needs.

Such a fourth-level magic tree species actually only requires a first-class merit?

Although Gaode knew that this was because the Lingquan Nectar Tree was difficult to grow and the growth period of the Magic Tree was too long.

Compared to other treasures that can be used as soon as they are exchanged, the magic tree species takes a hundred or eighty years to take effect. Its attraction is much weaker, so its value is lower, but I still feel that I have picked up a great bargain.

Not much to say.

Good steel must be used on the blade, so Gaode directly selected the Lingquan Ganlu tree species.

Then, he opened the list of redemption for the second-class merit.

Compared to the cursory glance at the list of exchanges for first-class merit, his goal is much clearer at this moment.

First is the second-ring level-up potion.

There are two second-level potions on the exchange list for Gaode to choose from: [Green Ivy Spirit Dew] and [Sea Firefly Marrow Fluid].

The former can increase the success rate of upgrading the ring by 40%, while the latter can only increase it by 20%.

Correspondingly, the former requires five second-class merits to exchange, while the latter only requires two second-class merits.

It's the same principle, good steel should be used on the blade. It is unwise to be stingy in this aspect.

Gao De chose [Green Vine Spirit Dew], and with the remaining five second-class merits and ten third-class merits, he directly aimed at the spell formula.

First, select three rare spells from the second-class merit exchange list:
[Long-Range Shot [Rare]] (Transmutation, 1st Ring):

This spell increases the range increment of your ranged attacks by 20 feet.

[Know Yourself and Know Your Enemy [Rare]] (Divination, 1st Ring):

You recall a creature you encountered during the day, and after the spell is completed, you gain some knowledge of that creature.

[Pancreatic Elixir [Rare]] (Transmutation, First Ring):

You can choose an interesting effect related to health, happiness and joy for a bottle of water and create it into a secret medicine, and the secret medicine has no side effects.

Pain Relief: You can ignore minor pain, such as arthritis, a cold, or a hangover, for one hour. During this time, you gain additional resistance to spells that affect pain.

Clarity: You gain better performance on a single attack or skill use within one minute, and you can choose when to trigger it, as long as it applies.

Illusions: You can see all kinds of fun illusions for an hour, such as wandering lights, music, cute surreal animals, and more.

You can tell yourself that these aren't true, but they'll distract you.

Intoxication: Makes you feel high for one hour, just like you've had some alcoholic beverages. (But it doesn't cause a hangover)

Lucid Dreams: If you use this secret potion within an hour of going to bed, you will have a waking dream that is completely under your control and lasts for one hour.

Resistance: You gain additional slight resistance to all spell types.

Sleep: You enter a pleasant and restful sleep that lasts at least one hour unless awakened.

If this is the time you normally go to bed, you will continue to sleep normally after the effects of the secret potion wear off.

Sober: You become fully awake for one hour, and your actions ignore any negative effects of being drunk, but magical and alchemical effects (such as detecting potions) still detect that you are intoxicated.

The duration of this elixir does not count towards the time it takes you to sober up (since it only delays it).

Toughness: You gain a temporary stronger constitution that lasts for 1 minute.

- Awakening: You stay awake for 2 hours without any side effects such as neurasthenia. You gain additional resistance against sleep effects such as lullaby and sleep spells.

The use of this secret medicine only delays your sleep time and will not be counted in your rest and sleep time.

You can use this elixir multiple times, but each time the elixir effect ends, you will still fall into the fatigue state as if you had not used the elixir.

(End of this chapter)