Light's Dawn of Azeroth

Chapter 444, Section 53: The Lord's Sword Should Be Forged with Thunder

The King of Thunder was a warrior, so his palace was not merely a power center.

This ancient and enormous palace is divided into many areas, including a martial arts hall, an astronomical hall, and a huge library. It is said that there are many natural cellars beneath the palace, and underground rivers flow through them.

Because it was built for the Mogu, a type of half-giant, it has a distinct "city of giants" feel to it.

"It is said that Thor conducted many secret magical experiments here. One theory is that the Pandaren were originally created by the Mogu using strange magic, just like the Lizardmen."

Led by some Mogu civil officials, Brian Bronzebeard, along with Zhou Zhuo and the expedition team and scholars, headed to the location of the "Titan facility" in the palace. Along the way, the two exchanged some rumors about Mogu technology.

The Titan facilities here were all replicated by the Mogu using technology learned from the Naraksha engine, making them extremely valuable for reference. They can be considered a prime example of "civilian downgrading of Titan technology."

Of course, the scholars and explorers came here just to watch the spectacle; the real expert was the dwarf engineer Overspark.

Before this dwarf engineer with a sharp voice arrived, he was personally summoned and questioned by the vigilant.

He already knew that the Vigilant would allow the gnomes to participate in the study of Titan technology for the Naraksha Engine, and that the Mogu were pioneers in this field, so the gnomes had to see the ancient technology of the Mogu firsthand.

Overspark is under a lot of pressure.

The Vigilant did not hide his thoughts from him. The great man hoped that Titan technology could be spread to all parts of the world in a peaceful way. The goblins' amazing discovery in Uldaman was also the Vigilant's doing. Now that the gnomes have also been involved, it means that gnome engineering will also usher in a technological explosion.

But Overspark is not just an engineer; he is also a member of the Gnomeregan Craftsmen's Council, and has a certain political identity and political sensitivity.

He knew very well that if the gnomes accepted the technology of the Naraksha engine, it would mean that they would no longer be able to maintain the "purity" of gnome engineering, and would have to compete with the greedy goblins in the future, thus promoting the faster development of "civilianization of Titan technology".

But pressure aside, with such a huge treasure in front of the dwarfs, it's impossible to ask them to give it up.

On the one hand, dwarfs do indeed have a tradition and talent for scientific research.

On the other hand, the gnomes would never admit that their engineering skills were inferior to the goblins' "art of explosion".

This is a matter of scientific dignity, and we must never admit defeat!
Overspark has already used the Exodar's communication equipment to report the matter to the Craftsmen's Council in Gnomeregan. It is said that High Tinker Gelbin Mekkatorque has convened a meeting to discuss the matter, but the High Tinker himself is absolutely supportive of Overspark's technological exploration.

Perhaps soon, the gnomes will establish a permanent research institute in Pandaria, much like the one the goblins built in Ratchet.

Even though Overspark had prepared himself mentally, when he actually visited the Mogu's technological wonders in the Temple of the Morpheus, the dwarf still felt like his head was about to explode.

"My God, you mastered 'creation science' more than 10,000 years ago?"

Overspark stared incredulously at the "Lizardman Prototype Premetheus" writhing in the pool of blood in the bio-lab below, scratching his head and shouting at the taciturn Mogu engineers:

"Did you really create the Pandaren and the Lizardmen?"

"This is His Majesty's creation."

The Mogu technician explained calmly, yet with a hint of regret:

"Your Majesty's thunderous power has special abilities to create things, but it is no longer possible to replicate such a miracle. Moreover, the Pandaren have launched a great rebellion, and the Lizardmen are still in a barbarian state. This shows that Your Majesty's creation experiment has actually failed."

What you see is merely a near-successful creation.

In the abandoned laboratory beneath the palace, there are still failed experiments waiting to be processed. If you can help us eliminate those dangerous substances, you can take all the research data here.

"That sounds dangerous."

Overspark scratched his "brilliantly intelligent" head, glanced regretfully at the lizardman prototype below, and said:
"It's a pity we dwarves don't like creation science. Do you have mechanical technology? We're much better at that stuff."

"Oh? Mechanical dynamics?"

The mogu technician finally became interested; he even rubbed his hands together and said:
"The 'Dark Will,' which His Majesty personally oversaw the construction of, is the empire's greatest engineering marvel. That thing has already proven its power, but unfortunately, His Majesty passed away before it could be used on a large scale."

I thought that great creation would never see the light of day again, but if you are really good at this, I would be interested in sharing with you the ancient and glorious technology of the Empire.

But the prerequisite is that you have to deal with those dangerous failed products in the sewers. General Iron Dome wants us to handle the trouble ourselves, but after losing more than a dozen apprentices, I have no intention of throwing any more lives into it.”

"Okay! Leave it to us!"

Overspark took on the entire responsibility.

He planned to recruit some "adventurers" from outside to deal with the danger in exchange for the engineering technology of the Mogu Empire.

Anyway, the adventurers are fearless, and they're like leeks in a field—you can harvest one batch and another will grow back. The Mogu are obviously not short of money, so hiring some outlaws is a simple matter for them.

"A phoenix! My God, there's a phoenix in this palace!"

Just as the engineers were touring the Imperial Technology Museum, Lily's shouts rang out from outside the Hall of Self-Cultivation. This "little hero," who had fainted from exhaustion in the previous battle but had been rescued, excitedly rushed in, brandishing her crystal-adorned monk's staff, and said to the others:

"I saw several phoenixes fly down from the lightning and slip into the deep valley of the palace gardens. Are they Thor's pets? They are so magnificent."

“Those are Ji Kun’s children.”

The Mogu Technician sighed and said:

"You'd better not chase after Ji Kun's splendor. It's the most dangerous bird of prey in this palace. Of course, we must also admit that its origin is indeed related to the legendary phoenix. After the Great Split, Ji Kun and its offspring may be the last remaining phoenix lineage in the world."

But in recent years, feeding on flesh and blood, they have long lost their nobility and become ordinary birds.

"It's alright, they can regain their nobility once they go outside. The main problem is that there's nothing good for them to eat here."

Lili didn't seem to care.

She loved the magnificent phoenix, so she ran out to discuss with Irele and Lyran how to take the phoenix nest away from Thunder Isle, preferably to the beautiful Mirage Isle, so that Mirage Isle could also have "celestial birds nesting there".

"Hehe, little girl, I heard you want to tame a phoenix?"

Just as Lili rushed out, Old Ansu's voice rang out on the wind, saying in a cheeky tone:

"Do you need your powerful Uncle Ansu's help? Old Ansu doesn't need much, just one phoenix egg will do. I also want to bring the magnificent legacy of the phoenix to Draenor. I want to give it as a newborn gift to Rukhmar."

"But the Mogu people say that Ji Kun became ferocious because he ate too much flesh and blood."

Lili said:
"Could you bring it back to its noble home?"

"a piece of cake!"

Old Ansu said confidently:
"I can even teach harpies who like to throw feces at people to be well. A few phoenixes that have reverted to savagery are nothing more than a few who will not only bring them back to nobility, but also make the bloodline of the divine bird flourish again in Azeroth and Draenor."

Just like Jade Dragon Celestial Venerable leading the soaring dragon, after drinking and making merry with my good brother Red Essence, I have also awakened to a greater ideal.

Yes!

I, Ansu, will become the 'Father of the Phoenix'!
If I can guide Lady Elune to become a phoenix demigod in the future, tsk tsk, then I will have accomplished my mission perfectly.

"Ha, I bet Prince Kael'thas's phoenix will soon be worthless."

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"Throne of Thunder. What an amazing design."

In the palace atop Thunder Peak, Diakum and the twins stood before Thor's palace, gazing at the enormous, suspended throne before them.

That was Thor's royal chariot, designed for himself, and the culmination of the Mogu's Titan technology.

"It can only be driven by the Heart of Thunder. When fully activated, it becomes a terrifying weapon, its unleashed wind, thunder, and lightning enough to sweep away all armies in the mortal realm. This is the divine weapon of the King of Thunder."

Only when he stands upon this throne can he perfectly control the Heart of Thunder and become the fully realized Lord of Thunder.

The vigilant said:

"Unfortunately, perhaps no one in this world is qualified or capable of wielding it anymore, and only such a thunderous throne can forge a divine weapon for Lord Argus."

But out of politeness, I still have to ask.

He turned his head and looked at the two magnificently dressed Mogu queens behind him. After Thor's resurrection, they were the regents on Thor Island, though only nominally. The real decision-makers were Prime Minister Ugu and General Iron Dome.

"Are you two really willing to hand over control of the Throne of Thunder to me?"

Diakum asked a question.

The Mogu Queens are enormous stone giants, not beings of flesh and blood. Therefore, the erotic stories in the "Secret History of the Emperor" that Zhou Zhuo found about the two queens serving the Thunder King are all fabrications.

They don't possess the function of "serving". Rather than satisfying physiological needs, the existence of the two queens is more of a way of representing Thor's authority.

These two are "combat-type stone figures." The "radiance of the sun and moon" emanating from them is not ordinary Titan energy; it is a specialized power that already carries some characteristics of the Force.

Faced with Diakum's question, "Silent Consort" Lulin and "Rival Consort" Su'e exchanged a glance, nodded, and said in unison:
“His Majesty has passed away. To prevent ambitious individuals from using the Throne of Thunder to incite rebellion, it is the best outcome to let this divine artifact follow His Majesty. This will also set us sisters free. In fact, our mission is to protect this divine artifact for His Majesty.”

"So how do you plan to spend your lives after that?"

Saloras said:
"The rocks are immortal, therefore you are immortal too. Do you intend to remain here as the orthodox symbol of the Mogu?"

"Uh."

This problem left the two empresses somewhat helpless, and Su'e sighed in a very humane way, saying:

"Besides this, there's nothing else we can do. The changes in the outside world are too rapid for us sisters. We still can't accept the fact that His Majesty has passed away."

"Perhaps guarding His Majesty's tomb would be a good choice."

Lulin shrugged and said:

"We are rocks, and we are not afraid of the passage of time."

"Why don't we go to the World Star Soul Temple?"

Aurecis suggested:
"The King of Thunder's final resting place is there, and the temple is full of rock formations, which are theoretically your kin, so you won't be lonely there."

"Lord Ugu will not agree."

The two queens were somewhat tempted.

They had long been tired of living on Thunder Isle for over ten thousand years, but they still dared not agree due to the majesty of the Electro-Prime Minister.

But Diakum waved his hand and said:

“Ugu will agree. He needs trusted assistants to ensure that His Majesty Thor’s greatest secret is not leaked, and there is no better ‘guard’ than the two of you.”

get ready.

You may soon be heading to the Great Desert of Silithus, where you will reside for a long time to undertake a truly great mission.

After speaking, the Vigilant stepped onto the teleportation array before him, transforming himself into a streak of light and arriving at the Thunder Throne, which had been sealed for ten thousand years. When he took out the Heart of Thunder and placed it in the center of the throne, the power surge conduits on all four sides of the platform, which was built with Titan technology, rose up simultaneously.

Terrifying lightning formed a tangible energy tide that surged on the platform, but was then suppressed by the burst of blazing solar energy and shaped into Diakum's hand.

"So, my lord, what kind of weapon do you desire?"

Suppressing his immense energy, Dick asked:

"Warhammer? Great axe? Greatsword? Or sword and shield or halberd? Actually, a staff would also work, but Thunderheart is more compatible with the spellcaster's attributes."

"A basic greatsword will suffice."

Lord Argus mobilized his world power, transforming it into starlight that merged into the thunder enveloped by the blazing sun. He said:
“Agramar uses a greatsword, and Sargeras also uses a greatsword. Perhaps for the Titans, using a sword is a symbol of bravery. Although I am not one of them, I also want to wield a lightning greatsword and fight them on the battlefield.”

But can it be cast using only energy shaping, without forging it with steel?

“Good question! But where can I find steel that a lesser god can wield with all his might without breaking? I can’t even find suitable materials to repair my own Ashbringer.”

Diakum scoffed and said:
"So, I can only make you a 'lightsword' to make do. We'll reshape the Thunderheart into the hilt, and then when you need to fight, you can just let the light blade pop out, just like Ashbringer's current form."

Moreover, at your level, whether there is a physical blade or not is no longer important. For example, the Tesharak sword in Aggramar's hand is also a broken blade, the blade being entirely shaped by cosmic fire.

Theoretically speaking, that thing is also a lightsaber.

The pure, supreme power of the cosmos, when wielded, is far more intimidating than a steel blade, and the control of lightning is enough to highlight your noble status; after all, in mortal legends, only the magnificent thunder can demonstrate the power of the gods.

"Makes sense."

Lord Argus laughed and said:
"I can't let you work too hard either. This sword is enough for you. Wait, something's coming."

"buzz"

A portal quietly opened beside Diakum.

Aegwynn, dressed as a raven prophet, emerged from the crowd, leaning on the Staff of Sargeras. She looked at the lightning energy bound by the blazing sun and starlight before her, then raised the Heart of Azeroth and brought it close to the shaped, refined Titanite.

she says:

"The World Mother sensed that you were forging a divine weapon, so she sent me to join in this great undertaking. She said that this weapon is a blade of vengeance forged for her ancient brother, and that she must infuse it with the wrath of her own star soul."

The awakening of the Supreme Star Soul will require countless hours, but Argus's revenge is imminent.

He hoped He could help too.

"Ah, now that the Lord of Azeroth has regained his vitality, he speaks with such confidence."

Diakum joked:
"If this were before, given the Supreme Star Soul's weak and critical condition, I really wouldn't have dared to let Him participate. But since He's already here, and the World Mother meant well, so come on, lend us a hand!"

"Just say less, lest your mother get fed up with your nagging one day and hit you with a stick."

Aegwynn made a comment.

Then, a deep blue, ribbon-like force of creation surged into this turbulent energy, causing the already exaggerated surge of energy to churn into a visible vortex.

The introduction of world power, which can perfectly coexist with and catalyze all forces, allows the forging speed of the Thunder Divine Weapon to be faster and more swift.

Lord Argus had no experience in this area, so Diakum took full control of the blade's shape.

Considering the unrestrained and simple fighting style of lesser gods, Diakum was not given an overly exaggerated form.

The classic cross sword was used as the original design, and then some Argus-related embellishments were added. Finally, after the appearance of Thunderheart was redesigned, a groove for placing Azerite crystals was added.

The surging power of the world transformed into a dazzling natural sapphire at the last moment, adorning the cross-shaped sword hilt. It was the concentrated convergence of the world's power, a blessing of war bestowed by Azeroth upon its brothers.

As all the energy tides subsided at that moment, the Thunder Blade before Diakum floated up against the backdrop of the collapsing Throne of Thunder, now devoid of energy.

Its appearance is quite ancient and not fancy, but visible blue electricity surges around the silver-gray hilt, revealing its divine power.

As Diakum reached out and grasped the hilt, a broad-bladed lightning sword extended out amidst a blinding surge of lightning, and then the Vigilant's swing left slashes in the air.

This thing doesn't even have a weapon entry, because it's not a weapon for Diakum to use.

"Perhaps we should give it a name that is catchy enough."

Aegwynn said:

"When Lord Argus wields it and unleashes his battle cry in the sea of ​​stars, surely we can't allow other great powers in the sea of ​​stars to call it whatever they want?"

“I think ‘Emperor’s Fall’ is a good name, even though it doesn’t sound very auspicious.”

Diakum admired the "Genesis-Forged" Thunderblade, saying:
"Of course, if the Lord is not satisfied, we can also give it an exaggerated name, such as 'Heaven's Fall - Blade of Great Revenge' or something like that."

"Actually, I think the second one sounds better."

Aegwynn whispered:

"Star Soul's weapons should be a bit exaggerated. Look, even Sargeras called His Dark Sword the Dark Ripper. And I'm curious, who does the 'Emperor' in 'Emperor's Fall' refer to?"

"What do you say?"

Diakum grinned and entrusted the "Creation Weapon" to him for safekeeping.

As he said, he would use a man of sufficient weight to sharpen the divine sword before sending it back to Draenor to be kept by old Velen.

"Alright, let's go and meet the 'deity' imprisoned in this deep palace."

Dick glanced at the "shackles" hanging from Aegwynn's waist and said:
"You actually came for him, didn't you?"

"Hmph, indeed, Mother World is waiting to hear his repentance."

(End of this chapter)