The wizard era begins with the alchemist wizard

Chapter 939 Technology Transactions

"Hello, Tower Lord, I am the Aether Crystal, the researcher who is docking with you."

In the sky above the war zone command post, a great wizard, whose body resembled a liquid crystal, respectfully addressed the enormous bronze tower before him.

The direct order from the Crown bypassed numerous procedures within the Wizarding Alliance and arrived at the heads of several research institutes in the fastest possible time.

These directors were no fools; upon seeing that a Sovereign wanted to exchange technology, they immediately began selecting researchers.

After three days of selection, the Archmage of Ether Crystal was successfully chosen to become the Archmage who made the deal with the Tower Overlord.

The Tower Overlord glanced at the Ether Crystal, and his invisible spiritual power swept over the Ether Crystal Archmage like a gentle breeze, giving him a complete view.

“Interesting. The evolution of you wizards is truly bizarre. Your form is almost like our life form.”

The Great Wizard of Aether Crystals suddenly solidified his body, and his flowing liquid crystal body quickly transformed into solid crystal.

“Fancy is our biggest characteristic.”

The tower overlord slowly shrank its body, eventually reaching a size of less than three meters.

"Let me see. The Miracle Wizard is very confident in your skills. I think you won't disappoint me."

A smile appeared on the face of the Ether Crystal Archmage, and a crystal immediately appeared in his hand.

"Although His Majesty the Crown did not tell us what you need, our files contain some research data on your life form. Before coming here, I was authorized to access this data and, on the advice of the controller, selected several technologies suitable for you."

With that, the Ether Crystal Archmage presented the crystal to the Tower Overlord.

"I hope I haven't made things worse."

A door opened on the Tower Overlord's body, and a mechanical tentacle reached out to catch and read the crystal sent by the Ether Crystal Archmage.

The information in the crystal was not complicated; it contained only a brief introduction to the three techniques, along with some technical details.

This amount of information would be easily memorized and analyzed by the Tower Overlord in a single millisecond. However, after receiving the information, the Tower Overlord fell silent.

After a long while, the Tower Overlord released the crystal.

"...Your technology has exceeded my expectations."

The three technologies brought by the Ether Crystal Archmage are Nano Intelligence, Soul Programming, and Small Dimensional Annihilation Cannon.

Among these technologies, nanotechnology can transform mechanical life into pseudo-Gestalt organisms centered around nanomechanical worms. Of course, if the mechanical life form wishes, it can also completely transform itself into a nanomechanical worm.

To complete a tremendous transformation in life forms.

Soul programming is a special kind of soul modification for mechanical organisms. This technology can utilize the special soul form of mechanical organisms to significantly increase their computing power without changing their soul structure.

The final small-dimensional annihilation cannon needs no introduction. This powerful attack method, if focused, would annihilate even a Limit Breaker in an instant.

As a trade, the wizard's technology seems like a very generous offer. However, a trade involves two parties, and if the Tower Overlord wants this technology, he must offer something in return.

This put the Tower Overlord in a difficult position.

In his eyes, even his most valuable skills seemed somewhat rudimentary compared to these three techniques.

The Archmage of Ether Crystal smiled and said, "Haha, this is our first transaction, so we naturally have to show some sincerity."

A faint rumbling sound came from inside the tower's body, and then a metal cube covered with strange patterns was carried out from inside the tower by a mechanical tentacle.

Look at this.

The Archmage of the Ether Crystal received the document and processed its information. But soon after, he shook his head slightly.

"Lord Tower, your technologies are quite impressive. But unfortunately, we have already mastered them."

The Tower Overlord's heart sank; the worst-case scenario had occurred.

These wizards have mastered all of his techniques.

“I can give you a suggestion,” the Archmage of Ether Crystal said immediately when he saw the Tower Overlord fall silent. “You could try to consider some technologies that are less technically difficult.”

Since there are no mechanical races among the members of our Wizard Alliance, the technical ratings of these three technologies, except for the Small Dimensional Annihilation Cannon, are all inflated.

If you can offer some highly practical technologies, the higher-ups should approve the deal.

The words of the Great Wizard of Ether Crystal were very earnest, and indeed they had to be.

It wouldn't be difficult for the Overlord to see into his mind without leaving a trace. If he dared to show contempt, the Overlord of the Tower wouldn't hesitate to crush his life and teach him a lesson.

"Practical technology..."

Just as the Archmage of the Ether Crystals had suspected, his thoughts were being constantly monitored by the Tower Overlord.

After confirming that his suggestion was not a scam, the Tower Overlord began to devise practical techniques.

As a ruler born of a civilized civilization, he possessed considerable knowledge of practical technologies. Exchanging these for new technologies was clearly a very worthwhile endeavor.

However, if advanced technical wizards have mastered so many, how could they lack low-level techniques?
"Looks like I'll have to go talk to those guys," the Tower Overlord thought to himself.

If low-level technology were to be used in exchange, then several, or even a dozen, technologies would be needed to acquire just one. Given the current strength displayed by the Wizarding Alliance, the Tower Overlord felt that he alone probably couldn't gather that many technologies.

Therefore, he decided to make some small deals with the other Overminds within the civilization. Each of these Overminds that Richard rescued was backed by a civilization. When it came to the technology they needed, their respective civilizations would definitely be able to provide him with a sufficient price.

Soon, the Tower Overlord acquired a host of technologies from other Overlords within the civilization.

Upon receiving these technologies from the Ether Crystal Grand Wizard, a joyful smile quickly appeared on his face.

"Lord Tower, there are indeed some technologies involved that we haven't yet mastered. However, such exchanges of practical technologies require evaluation by researchers."

So you may have to wait a while.

“That’s no problem,” the Tower Overlord replied calmly. “I wasted hundreds of thousands of Tower Years in that labyrinth, so a little more time won’t make a difference.”

Bowing and retreating, the Archmage of the Ether Crystal then arrived in the Wizard Dimension.

Within the dimension, senior researchers from the Tesla Research Institute, the Path of Evolution Research Institute, the Deep Blue Well Research Institute (the institute of the Emanation School), and the Abyss Research Institute, which was recently established by the School of Miracles in conjunction with six other major schools, are all currently in the Wizard Dimension.

Upon seeing the return of the Archmage of the Aether Crystal, these senior researchers, who were usually known for their rationality, all gathered around with a hint of excitement.

"Ether, what did that ruler say?"

"Is it practical technology or advanced technology? Let me see that technology."

"Don't push, don't push."

"Damn it, who knocked my wig off?!"

……

Seeing his enthusiastic colleague, the Great Wizard of Ether Crystal couldn't help but take two steps back.

"Ahem, everyone, calm down. He's trading practical techniques, some of which are quite good. I think it's a good deal."

Upon hearing about practical technologies, the senior researchers became excited once again.

"Practical technology is good; our magic armor R&D department needs practical technology."

"What kind of practical technology?"

"Don't squeeze!"

"Who took my wig?!"

……

Seeing that the researchers were still making such a fuss, the Archmage of the Ether Crystal raised his voice a little.

"Quiet down! You're not little kids anymore. It's just new technology. Is it necessary to lose your composure like this? If you keep making a scene, I'll send all your photos to the Crown Princes."

Upon hearing this, the researchers immediately fell silent.

Although they knew that the Crown Prince most likely wouldn't interfere in their affairs, he was their superior, and leaving a bad impression on him would certainly be detrimental to their development.

Seeing that everyone had quieted down, the Ether Crystal Archmage began to introduce the technology that the Tower Overlord wanted to trade.

The Tower Overlord has prepared many technologies, each with varying levels of sophistication, but all are practical technologies that can be widely applied.

Furthermore, because the Tower race are mechanical life forms, many of their technologies are extremely valuable to the alchemy school.

After some discussion, the researchers identified twenty-two practical techniques worth trading.

“I think it’s worth the trade. Twenty-two practical technologies for two niche advanced technologies, I think it’s a good deal,” a researcher with a wig and footprints on it said first.

"Twenty-two for two?" A muscular researcher who looked like a berserker exclaimed in astonishment, "If you say this price, you're trying to send the Ether Crystals to the Coffin Hall."

“Indeed. It’s a bit unethical to exchange twenty-two for two obscure technologies.” Another researcher spoke up. “However, I think exchanging for a small-dimensional collapse cannon, plus a choice between two other technologies, is quite appropriate.”

Opposite him, a great wizard who resembled a mechanical octopus retorted, "Black-hearted? My friend, when did you get a conscience component in your body?"

An older-looking researcher said, "I also think those two niche technologies are a bit too shady. We'll probably be working with this overlord for a long time."

I think this transaction can serve as a stepping stone to facilitate our technical exchanges.

Moreover, according to reports from the front lines, there is more than one unfamiliar Overlord appearing this time. We will definitely need to trade with the other Overlords.

There's no need to nitpick over this deal.

However, his statement was not accepted by everyone. One wizard retorted, "Stingy? We represent the wizarding civilization, the Wizarding Alliance! Our technology is not magic stone mined from veins; it is the crystallization of the wisdom of our ancestors and the generosity of the Crown."

This is using other people's money! It's the behavior of a parasite!

The researchers' discussions became increasingly intense, and in the end, they even had to unleash their true forms and engage in a battle to determine the solution.

Seeing this absurd scene, the Archmage of the Ether Crystal sighed softly. He used his dimensional connection to contact the directors of the three major research institutes and explained the situation and his thoughts.

After obtaining permission from the three institute directors, he directly opened the dimensional gate and returned to the Tower Overlord.

Looking at the Tower Overlord, the Archmage of Ether Crystal composed himself and slowly said, "Based on the council's decision, we believe that twenty-two of these technologies are worth exchanging. If you agree, you can choose any two of the three technologies I offer you."

(End of this chapter)