Twin Cities: I am the man of many myths

Chapter 275 Preparations before the war
“I really don’t think this place can be done like this. You see, although this stone has the ability to suppress magic, it can definitely cause great damage to the monitors you mentioned. But the same problem is that the magic-suppressing stone can also prevent the magic flow of Hextech Gems.”

Even if we inscribe Noxian runes in the middle, any mana flowing towards the anti-mana stone will be blocked, no, it won't even pass through the direction of the anti-mana stone; it will be actively absorbed and blocked by the anti-mana stone. This means that the anti-mana stone is really not very useful to us.

"As for using alchemical potions as an aid, that idea is even less feasible, because alchemical potions alone cannot achieve the power of Hextech magic, but trying to combine them is just too much trouble!"

The room was filled with dazzling lights, and various complex and sophisticated instruments were placed on the tables on both sides. In the very center was a huge instrument, and in the middle of the instrument, a magical thing was rotating in the air. That thing looked like a small cannon, with a beautiful blue body and a holy silver-white barrel.

The nozzle is about 80 millimeters in size, and the overall size is portable.

Jinx had her long blue hair tied up in a large bun on her head, bouncing lightly. She was wearing a large white research lab coat with wide sleeves that covered her hands. She was speaking earnestly to the people around her.

She put her hands on her hips and looked around at the people around her, wanting to see if they had any good ideas that could be used.

Right now, the people with Jinx are Ekko, Viktor, Jayce, Professor Heimerdinger and Professor Singed, and even the current Dean of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Piltover University, Xavi Retta.

In Twin Cities, it's not just people like Ekvictor Jess who are formidable; this city-state has never lacked talented individuals. For example, Zevi Raita is an absolute prodigy. She designed the Vibration Blade when she was very young, which was the standard weapon for Piltover law enforcement officers before the establishment of Twin Cities.

That weapon was created when she was five years old. Yes, you heard right, it was her invention when she was five.

What was Li Ke doing when he was five years old? He was probably just past the age of wearing open-crotch pants and having a runny nose, but he was also probably at the age of playing in the mud and playing house.

At that age, Zevi had already created a multi-cycle vibration knife, which enhanced the reputation of the Raita family and made him a genius who was admitted to Piltover University early.

In Professor Heimerdinger's words, "No one in the Twin Cities is better at mechanics than Xavier right now. This girl's eyes are like rulers; with just one glance, she can discern the laws of even the most complex instruments."

And now, she has been specially invited to this laboratory to research weapons with other geniuses and legends from Twin Cities.

If that still doesn't give you an idea of ​​how formidable she is, then let's talk about the boxing gloves Wei is wearing right now.

Named Atlas, it was originally a gauntlet used by miners for mining, and the first generation was developed by Xavi!

"It is indeed very troublesome. From this perspective, this thing can only be used by strong and healthy people who do not rely on magic. But then the question arises: Ms. Lissandra said that the Watcher is over three hundred meters tall and as big as an iceberg. Without magic, how can a person get close to it?"

Jess felt a headache coming on. After he finished speaking, he paused and continued, "Are we supposed to use a weapon made of anti-magic stone to fix its toenails?"

Troublesome, headache, so troublesome!

The anti-magic stone is very powerful; Jess saw its potential as soon as he got his hands on it, but its power is misdirected—it's about suppressing magic.
It's important to understand that Twin Cities currently proclaims itself as a magical alchemy city-state. Alchemy poses no threat to the observers, and magic is prohibited due to the anti-magic stone.

As for why they didn't use Hextech weapons directly against the Frost Watchers, it's because the current Hextech weapons can't do much damage to demigods at all. Even the missiles that Jinx created with all her might couldn't harm a demigod.

Because demigods are not targets. Although the missile's power, in Li Ke's words, has reached the lethality of a demigod, the problem is that the gods' methods are infinitely varied. They won't just stand there dumbfounded being targeted and watching the missile fly towards them. Besides, even if it does hit, it's unlikely to cause much damage.

Jinx's weapons are incredibly effective against humans; a single shot can wipe out half of a small country. However, against gods, beings beyond human comprehension, their effects are minimal.

Therefore, anti-magic stones are used to stop the flow of magic, to restrain the actions of the gods, and then to inflict damage on them. Furthermore, if the anti-magic stones can be launched as projectiles, the effect would be unbearable even for the gods!

Viktor narrowed his eyes, pressed a few buttons on the instrument, altering the shape of the model, and then said, "What if we put the rune core in this position?"

Jess looked over and saw that the changes to the model were completely different from before. First, the shape of the cannon barrel had changed, and then a model of the projectile had appeared. Victor had focused on changing the projectile.

Jess stared in surprise for a moment, then clapped his hands in delight and said:
"It seems feasible to do this, using the Hextech Rune Core as the power source, the power of runes and Hextech gems inside the warhead, alchemical potions in the middle layer, anti-magic stones on the outside, and glimmers of light for propulsion."

After the projectile strikes its target, the outermost layer of anti-magic stone activates first, absorbing magic power. Once a certain amount is absorbed, the middle layer of alchemical potion ignites, dissolving the anti-magic stone layer. Finally, the highly destructive runes and Hextech magic are unleashed.

Jess and Viktor are truly best friends. Viktor had only just come up with his idea, and before he could even explain it, Jess already understood what Viktor meant. Of course, this was also because Jess had extensive research experience.

But a voice rang out, negating this idea.

"No, that would make the structure unstable. Once the projectile is launched, putting aside the issues of accuracy, speed, and distance, the barrel will explode."

A magnetic voice rang out. Zevi stretched out his hand, faced the model, moved two fingers, flipped the cannon barrel of the model, and then pointed to a spot, saying:
"This modification makes it less precise. It's completely different from the original launch principle. Before, only a small amount of light was needed to burn Hextech Gems to accelerate and propel the warhead. But now, a large amount of light is used to burn and propel the launch. The heat and power used are on a completely different level."

To put it simply, Zevi's words meant that doing this would cause an explosion!

“Indeed, Professor Xavi is right, Victor, this place really can’t be done like this.” Ike chimed in, then hesitated for a moment before saying, “Then how about trying to reinforce the cannon?”

“Reinforce the cannon? Is there still enough time? Li Ke said he would set off with his men in five days at the latest. We have to finish it before then. Five days isn’t enough, is it?” Jess said.

“Five days is too tight, definitely not enough time,” Jinx said immediately. As the chief designer of this weapon, she knew the stability and superiority of the fourth-generation cannon barrel all too well. As the best military weapon available now, the fourth-generation Hextech cannon was better than its predecessors, and five days was simply not enough time to make improvements on it.

Now everyone was in trouble, and troubled expressions appeared on their faces.

Only Singed remained calm and composed.

What? Can't he just stay calm and collected?
He's a biologist who was captured to make weapons. Fine, making weapons is no problem. But the problem is that Singed is good at biological weapons, not mechanical engineering!
Yes, it was mentioned before that Singed is a polymath. His greatest strength is in biology. If we were to give him a skill stat sheet, his biochemistry would be level 100, while his mechanical weapons and other subjects would be around level 90.

Looking across the Twin Cities, this is indeed very impressive. But right now, in this small house, which one of them isn't at level 100 in weapon science, Hextech, and mechanics?

Especially Jinx and Xavi, who are both extremely unbalanced in their specializations. One of them has broken through level 100 in weaponry, and the other has broken through level 100 in mechanics. So, what right does Singed have to speak here?
He was summoned to provide data on the Void creatures. With the corpses of Exysa and Queen Rek'Sai, as well as the information provided by Kai'Sa, Singed now had a general understanding of the Void creatures. He had also conducted data simulations on the Frost Watchers. He was there to provide this information.

Looking up at the chattering crowd, the short professor smiled sincerely and clapped his hands, drawing everyone's attention.

Then, Heimerdinger stood on tiptoe, tilted his head back, and said cheerfully:

"Children, I am truly delighted to see you all standing together, expressing your opinions, and engaging in academic discussions and research. It is something that brings me joy." "But you mustn't rush things. Weapon research takes time. Li Ke and his team are indeed heading north to fight those monsters in five days, but this battle cannot be resolved overnight, can it?"

"We still have plenty of time."

Heimerdinger spoke seriously.

Viktor smiled, lifted his leg, walked back to the instrument, reached out and touched the button, saying as he operated it:
"Then, let's divide the work."

Viktor is very handy. He may not be as good as Xavi in ​​making and repairing, but when it comes to general knowledge, he is the only one present who can rival Heimerdinger. In addition, Viktor's understanding of Hextech surpasses that of the Professor. Therefore, it is the best thing for him to be in charge of the division of labor.

"First of all, Jinx is still in charge of the overall direction, is that alright?"

Jinx raised her hand, her slender fingers emerging from her wide sleeves, and forcefully pounded her nonexistent chest, declaring loudly, "Leave it to me! Explosions, fireworks, roars—that's what I do best!"

With fervent eyes, Xiao Jin said happily.

“Jace, you’ll be in charge of Hextech research. Try to improve its compatibility with the anti-magic stone. Since they’re both minerals, there’s no reason why anti-magic stone fragments can’t be incorporated into Hextech gems. There must be something we haven’t discovered yet.”

Jess nodded: "I understand."

"Ike."

"Please say."

“You’ll be in charge of helping Jayce. Be more confident in yourself, broaden your thinking, and don’t give up just because you think something is impossible. The difference between you and Jinx is that Jinx dares to think and act, while you dare to think but not act. Therefore, Jayce needs your help. You and Jayce will be in charge of fusing the Anti-Magic Stone and the Hextech Gem together, okay?” Viktor looked at Ekko and said seriously.

“I understand,” Ike nodded and said seriously.

That is indeed his flaw, but he also has something to say.

In the entire Twin Cities, Jinx is probably the only one who dares to think and do anything.

After all, what normal person would like an explosion?

But Ike didn't voice his dissatisfaction; instead, he kept it to himself.

"Zevy, I'll leave the stability of the Hextech cannon to you. You're the most capable person among us, so it's perfect for you to take charge."

“Leave it to me. I’ll definitely come up with an improved method in five days. However, even if I do improve it, I’ll need your cooperation. It seems that the idea you provided earlier is indeed not feasible,” Zevi said seriously.

Upon hearing this, Victor smiled. He wasn't a petty person, so he naturally didn't take Xavi's words to heart. Instead, he nodded and said to Xavi, "Thank you for your hard work."

"Professor Singed, Professor, both of you."

“I know my job. I will be responsible for the data intelligence. I will provide the data in advance as soon as the weapon is made and when it is tested,” Singed said. He paused for a moment and then said, “But let me make this clear: this data cannot be guaranteed. After all, I have never personally come into contact with the Frost Watchers.”

Heimerdinger chuckled and said, "I understand, Victor. If someone needs my help, I'll go and help."

"Alright, let's get started, everyone."

"Be prepared to not rest for the next five days, and be prepared to take the 'Light Potion'," Victor said with a smile and a raised arm.

"start!"

At the same time, while the Twin Cities were conducting weapons research, two figures appeared on the Bilgewater docks.

One had long, flowing white hair and closed eyes; the other had black hair and carried a blood-red heavy sword.

Back in Bilgewater, Rick smiled as he introduced Lissandra to the group.

“There’s a god here who doesn’t get along with me, but I’m not afraid of him now. And with you here, he’ll be even less likely to come out.”

Lissandra ignored Rick because she knew who he was talking about. Wasn't it because of that guy that Lissandra had become interested in Rick and started paying attention to him?

Nagakabolos, an ancient deity
But ancient, oh, how ancient can it be as ancient as Ornn?
Do you even understand the significance of the first god born when Runeterra was created?
"Come on, the person we're going to find now, uh, no, I don't even know if she's still human."

“But we do need her help. She’s very strong, and I reckon she’s only weaker than you among our group.”

When Li Ke spoke, Lissandra instinctively felt disbelieving, but considering what Li Ke had done and what he knew, she remained silent.

Well, there were far too many things beyond her foresight, and she certainly couldn't control everything.

As for Li Ke, he certainly didn't make any boastful claims.

That woman is much stronger than him, and stronger than Janna, Swain, Karma, and the others.

After all, that woman fought Volibear, even though he was injured. But to face Volibear head-on, exchange a few blows, and finally escape with serious injuries, that's already incredibly strong, isn't it?
As for how to find her...
This is not difficult, because she has been searching for powerful beings.

Her name is—

Nila.

(End of this chapter)