The establishment of the Time Travelers Alliance began in the first year of Conan

Chapter 313 This universe is probably a hopeless universe.
As Rider said, there is indeed a pair of eyes watching their every move.

Those "eyes" are now located on a secluded hill on the western outskirts of Fuyuki City.

There is a small observatory there, which is somewhat old but still well-maintained.

This is because the outdated equipment is on the verge of being phased out, and also because of interference from various forces in the city.

After the original staff were "evacuated," it was converted into a small planetarium and handed over to an elementary school in Fuyuki City for use by the children during field trips or astronomy lessons.

Of course, this building, far from the city center, now belongs to the [CYZ Alliance].

Before Conan was summoned, Hasegawa Tsuki had already completed the corresponding "preliminary construction".

Now, with the floor settling and the heavy metal door, irradiated by the CYZ effect, being pushed open, Hasegawa Tsuki returned to the research institute's main control room.

On the floor beneath her feet, embedded like the final piece of a puzzle in the laboratory, some kind of electric blue pattern spread outwards from her center.

The equipment inside the entire observatory immediately "woke up".

The originally dim monitoring screen flashed with a ghostly blue light, and the glass panels hanging like wind chimes formed virtual projections as the light shifted autonomously.

Of course, the most eye-catching thing is the device in front of the main stage that looks like a lens assembly—if Dr. Agasa were here, he would definitely be familiar with it, because its appearance is exactly the same as the lens assembly in this universe.

Conan's voice suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

"How is the lens group doing?"

"We can probably barely complete the observation mission of 'Fuyuki City' in 'current' form, but we still can't make detailed observations of targets that use magic."

Hasegawa Moon displays a current projection model of the entire Fuyuki City.

Unfortunately, this almost one-to-one replica of the city model is riddled with holes, as if it had been eaten by worms.

Hasegawa Tsuki's voice also carried a hint of regret.

But she knew that this was the best possible outcome.

"After all, we can't be as extravagant as [this universe] to construct it using 'strings' as units."

She explained, "This is a 'weakened version' that I used, built around an observatory. But considering the purpose is simply to track [Servant] units with massive magical power, it's sufficient."

Conan nodded; he could sense that.

In Conan's perception, the effect value of the device in front of him was almost negligible.

In fact, the cost of this device is approximately 10 psi.

……

A more specific division of the CYZ effect was completed after the ritual ring was established in this universe.

Although theoretically, the CYZ effect does not have a limit to its segmentation.

However, for the convenience of individual use and to avoid too many digits after the decimal point, the research team further refined the unit of "string".

After all, "one string" is still too big.

Even though Lin Sheng currently possesses approximately 10000 strings of CYZ effect every day, waste is still waste.

Here's a very apt example.

In this universe, the cost of simply creating an infinitely large universe and using the matter remodeling device to modify the entire moon is one string.

In fact, this waste is related to the [consciousness interference] inherent in the CYZ effect, as discovered in past CYZ effect research.

The research institute believes this is because the "users" did not "anchor" the instructions they gave when using the effect.

When reporting this discovery, the research director gave a very apt example.

"It's like using a hammer to hit a nail."

"If only 5 Newtons of force are needed to complete this task, then the subsequent force is applied to the table."

"The CYZ effect works after you give instructions. And the effect that receives the instructions will achieve or complete the effect because its "entirety" is the "task" you gave."

"Nothing can more proactively constrain human consciousness than a specific, detailed unit."

The research director reiterated with deep regret the “enormous destructiveness” this waste caused to the alliance’s research and the “unprecedented urgency” of dividing the units.

Finally, the vote at the [executive level] was unanimously passed.

Therefore, starting from the first string and proceeding downwards, six units were divided with each unit representing a increment of ten.

Micro string, Na string, Pi string, Fei string, A string, Pu string.

Although the CYZ Effect Research Institute is still trying to find that smaller unit in an attempt to avoid waste.

However, the smallest unit currently used by the alliance is a "one-string".

In other words, within this universe, the amount of effect required for an "ordinary person" to maintain a stable "time point" on their own "timeline" in a "loop" without any other interference.

Of course, finding the smallest unit is not the most popular research project in the [CYZ Effect Research Institute].

Because the CYZ effect obviously does not involve any "waste".

In other words, those other "forces" were indeed applied to the "table".

The most pressing issue right now is figuring out what this "table" actually is.

Even the research department was almost overwhelmed with people.

After all, considering the characteristics of this universe, the most likely direction is obviously an additional impact on the timeline.

……

Of course, for Hasegawa Tsuki...

The most important advantage of this classification is that she can "cast spells" more easily by taking advantage of the CYZ effect.

Furthermore, this classification allows her to more clearly assess the difficulty of her intervention.

Now, this is vividly demonstrated in the holographic city projection in front of us.

"Comparison between the city structure map and TDD data is complete."

She unfolded the entire three-dimensional structure of Fuyuki City in the "magical observation perspective," and the originally complete projection immediately appeared as if it were rusted, with many "holes" appearing.

“I have already assigned color codes to these areas according to their properties and shapes.”

She pointed to the areas of different colors, and a corresponding chart was unfolded beside them.

The unrelated ley line nodes that cannot be moved are painted in an earthy yellow color.

Key locations such as the "Big Three Families" and the "Church" are highlighted in bright yellow.

More important locations, such as Ryudouji Temple, the site of the Greater Grail, are marked in blue.

"Besides that—"

Hasegawa Moon points to the larger, moving wormholes.

"[Servants] are marked in red because of their mobility, while their Masters are marked in a slightly lighter orange."

Conan stared at the complex structural diagram and pondered, "So, the more abundant the magic power and the more complex the structure, the harder it is for us to see its overall range of influence?"

“That’s right.” Hasegawa nodded gently.

"Moreover, I suspect that this is not only related to magic, but also to the 'mysterious closed' structure of this universe."

"It doesn't have very clear rules like the [this universe]. It seems that the higher the level of mystery, the more CYZ effects need to be used for anchoring and analysis."

Her tone carried a hint of relief: "Fortunately, I only built the most basic monitoring system for it at the time."

"After all, since you already possess the observational ability called Timeline, it's not really of much use here."

"No." Conan suddenly raised his head; he already had a new idea.

“We can certainly say we don’t need it, but others will need the system. This is a great opportunity.”

"You mean—?"

"Moon, think about it. If the historical inertia of this [Type-Moon Universe] is similar in form to the [story timeline], it's impossible that it wouldn't react to my appearance."

"Because even though I uploaded the Lancelot template after that, the impact I had at that point in time still remains there."

In fact, Conan is now about 50% certain about his guess—

Perhaps the historical inertia of this "Type-Moon universe" means that it does not possess true "future vision," that is, it does not possess "omniscience."

"In this universe, the suppression we experience from the dual timelines has been present from the very beginning."

Conan paused, then explained the fundamental difference.

"The fundamental reason why the alliance was able to truly retain those changes is that I, as the [core], acknowledged these changes."

"Otherwise, like what happened in the first year of Conan and the Star Tower, if such changes cannot be acknowledged, the Alliance's influence throughout the entire universe will be wiped out in an instant."

Hasegawa Tsuki understood what he meant, and a hint of surprise appeared in her voice.

"You mean, altering the [inertia of history] is permitted by this [universe]?"

"This is only an optimistic possibility."

But Conan's tone clearly revealed that he didn't think so.

Conan continued reasoning downwards from this point.

In this universe, anything that violates the inertia of history is immediately "reset" without the CYZ effect and with the approval of Conan Edogawa.

"But this [universe] currently appears to have no [core], and before Kariya put on TDD, and before Matou Sakura put on TDD, interfering with it had no effect..."

This is a stark contrast to how Dr. Agasa was practically "stuck" in front of Lin Sheng back then.

Furthermore, judging from its inherent skill called Timeline, the way it restores Matou Kariya to her complete state is more like restoring her to a certain condition.

In other words, it is more like a representation of a phenomenon.

The recurrence of the phenomenon...

Now, a shadow fell over the detective's serious face because of that speculation.

"In other words... we may very well be in a world that is about to be shaped." Hasegawa Tsuki's expression changed instantly.

Conan was completely absorbed in his deduction, his deep voice echoing against the laboratory walls.

"If that's the case, we might have to do the opposite and help [historical inertia], trying to anchor it to the right timeline."

At this point, Conan paused, as if considering something, and under Hasegawa Tsuki's uneasy gaze, he added:
"But this is clearly just a stopgap measure."

"In other words, to avoid this possibility, we must obtain the Holy Grail and then travel to the outer reaches of the world."

Conan's gaze lingered on the map projection of Fuyuki City for a long time.

Deep down, he already believed that his guess was correct.

As he previously stated—

The cosmic structure of this [Type-Moon Universe] is actually neither "parallel," nor "multiverse," nor "universe."

Whose parallel universe theory would consider a so-called "parallel universe" that deviates from the "correct history of pan-human history" as an "erroneous history" and erase it?!
If everyone's universe is truly parallel, then what is the difference between the so-called "main trunk" and "branch"?
Moreover, where did the concepts of "correct" and "incorrect" come from here?
what?
You're saying that's based on the so-called "pan-human history"?

Its "diversity" is even more bizarre.

Because it is not "diverse" at all.

The standard for erasing "parallel universes" and carrying out "pruning" is that the future of that universe loses its diversity and possibilities.

A flawed history, a history that doesn't conform to pan-human history, a future without a future...

In theory, it should also be a manifestation of diversity.

How could a truly functioning multiverse system reject the possibility of a "single future" itself?
However, when such a so-called "cutting matter" truly exists here, and is very likely linked to the mechanism of the "shell" and "historical inertia," then...

That would be terrible.

Just as it is manifested in this universe.

The abnormal RSI value and its derivative effects, or the mechanisms of the "shell" and "historical inertia," do not concern themselves with this.

No matter how absurd it may seem—in fact, this very "lack of logic" is one of its most terrifying aspects.

"Background" is just "background".

……

However, if you think about it from the premise that this universe is a trap and that it is likely to be destroyed.

Outsiders are lured to a world that is about to be "cut off" for reasons of "gaining intelligence" or other purposes.

This is undoubtedly a very worthwhile deal.

“If we are cut off because we do not conform to the [compiled phenomena], then everything we do in this world—no matter how hard we try or how correct we are—will become meaningless.”

Conan even felt a chill run down his spine.

If it really is as he thinks, then the so-called "restraint" may very well have been targeting him from the very beginning.

In fact, his decision not to use his Noble Phantasm earlier might have already saved himself and Hasegawa Tsuki once.

"This is troublesome." Conan felt increasingly troubled as he thought about it. "It's actually a system with a certain level of consciousness, an entity that can actively or passively utilize the [mechanism]."

"Among the data, the only thing that can maintain the existence of the world after pruning is the [Imaginary Tree]."

"If I forcibly use the CYZ effect for anchoring... the more resistance there is, the worse the situation becomes."

Just as the research team has repeatedly emphasized in the TDD materials—

"No matter how much of the CYZ effect is used, it is insignificant compared to the [mechanism]. Don't even think about going against the [mechanism]."

Conan let out a heavy sigh.

Although he wasn't sure if the guess was true, he couldn't gamble on the possibility given the potential consequences.

If this guess is true.

Then the chances of making a mistake will be very small.

In fact, it's highly likely that I'll only have one chance to use the "Third Noble Phantasm," which is the [Watch].

"In other words, if I encounter a situation where I need to activate the 'Möbius Ring', I must use up all of the CYZ effects at once."

Of course, this profound reflection was not outwardly expressed.

Despite the faint worry in Hasegawa Tsuki's eyes, Conan maintained his composure, putting her at ease.

"Moon, don't worry. Even if it's a [cut-off item], it's impossible for us to activate it without violating [historical inertia]."

"Moreover, if it really is part of the shell's mechanism, then we are actually the safest before we 'deviate' from it."

This is not difficult to understand.

This is like in [this universe]—

Because Conan Edogawa established that the fatality rate of cyanide is 1000 people per year, it ironically makes cyanide seem "non-toxic" in a certain sense.

Or perhaps it was a tranquilizer dart fired by Conan.

Because it can never cause actual death, it can actually save a person's life.

"If the [cutting matters] are determined by the mechanism of the [shell], then if a timeline is 'cut' in accordance with the [historical inertia], the [setting] of the [cutting matters] itself will be shaken as a result."

Hasegawa Tsuki seemed lost in thought.

"So, if we are forcibly cut off in the next second, it would actually prove that this matter has nothing to do with the [shell]? In that case, we can even use the Noble Phantasm without any scruples."

“That’s right.” Conan nodded. “However, before verifying the authenticity of the information, we can only assume it’s true and prioritize acting in accordance with historical inertia.”

Fortunately, based on the information currently available...

Before the alliance interfered, the trajectory of this world's development did not deviate much from the historical inertia.

Thinking this, Conan didn't say anything more, but simply turned to look at the image displayed on the screen.

Unlike the rough use of TDD on Hasegawa's Moon Hand for external testing.

A more detailed analysis was conducted on the RSI readings of [Matou Kariya] and [Matou Sakura] after they wore TDD.

Although the increase in their RSI values ​​was not significant, remaining between 0.5 and 1—

"But this still shows that they have a certain degree of 'freedom' within the context of historical inertia."

Furthermore, considering that the magic teacher Hasegawa Tsuki found at the time was actually [Shishikai Kairi].

"Perhaps the other side is also using [persona]."

After all, it can be said that Hasegawa Tsuki's timeline structure only developed a spiritual structure after he came into contact with him.

Thinking of this, Conan's expression became somewhat uncertain.

"An entity that, perhaps because of its own existence, is actively utilizing the [mechanism]..."

Fortunately, whether it was a "restraining force" or something else, they clearly didn't understand what it really meant.

Otherwise, if Conan himself sets the trap...

The situation would resemble the current state of this universe—after all, knowing the mechanism of the shell, the Alliance has no reason not to use it.

Because of the existence of the [ring], the [universe] now only exists in [cycles].

In other words, any entity that does not possess the [timeline] characteristic of the Conan universe will be "stopped" and "reset" immediately.

If it possesses characteristics similar to a "timeline" and can maintain its existence accordingly, that would be even better.

You will immediately appear inside that "pale sun," at the time point of the [Star Tower Case].

That is the beginning, the middle, and the end of time.

[Detective Conan] will wave to you warmly.

……

Deep down, Conan had already prioritized both options to the highest level:
One option is to obtain the Holy Grail and use it to escape to the outer reaches of the world.

Secondly, they attempted to transfer to a universe that had not yet been determined.

—We must prepare a backup plan in advance for the worst-case scenario.

He came to his senses and looked at the moon over Hasegawa, his gaze now clear and resolute.

"In short, activate the device as planned. Let's see if we can get [Wave] to join the Alliance through 'breaking the system' and immediately participate in the dismantling of the Holy Grail system."

In the "historical inertia" scenario, Waver and Rin Tohsaka dismantle the Greater Grail together after World War V, which takes about ten years in total.

Even after joining the alliance, he could directly access the Matou family's information and save a lot of time with the alliance's technical support.

"But given the need to maintain historical momentum, time is still very tight for us."

Regarding the issue of timeline conflicts—

Conan decides to use his inherent skills, along with the CYZ effect, to temporarily create a "realm barrier ten years in the future".

The sole effect of this inherent barrier is to make the space within it directly correspond to "the world ten years from now".

As for the corresponding surgical techniques...

In addition to continuing the development of the [imaginary number attribute], Conan added [Emiya Kiritsugu] to his plans.

The man with [Inherent Time Control] is perhaps the easiest part of this plan to push through.

Even so, Conan still felt somewhat heavy-hearted.

Now, all he can do is hope for this universe.

It was at least not marked as "must be cut" during the Fourth Holy Grail War.

otherwise--

It was all too late.

(End of this chapter)