Wizard Alchemist

Chapter 691 Ellen Starfield (4-in-1)

In the blink of an eye, half a year had passed.

Yodakara is drawing to a close for another year.

After careful consideration, Roy and Legatos, taking advantage of the high level of public attention following the conclusion of the city-wide tournaments, issued a declaration to conquer the other world.

At this point, the conscription process begins.

Tired of the mundane routine day after day?

Want to say goodbye to mediocrity?

The magical projections unfolded in the skies above various locations, their dazzling visuals captivating the attention of the people below.

The scene depicts clashing swords and fluttering battle flags.

The elite legion stood in formation, their armor gleaming.

With a wave of his hand, the wizard unleashed a torrent of flames, routing the enemy.

The warriors rejoiced and celebrated, with mountains of spoils of war, including gold, gems, and magical equipment.

Some men were seen embracing beautiful women with exotic features, their smiles so wide their eyes were almost closed.

"Join the interdimensional expeditionary force!"
Conquer all corners of the world, and wealth, glory, and power will all be in your hands!

The voice on the radio was passionate and stirring.

"A one-time resettlement allowance of 36 bians!"
The basic monthly military pay is 6000 pina. During combat, there is an additional allowance of 800 pina per day. In case of dangerous missions, injury, or death, there will be additional compensation.

Those who achieve merit will be granted fiefdoms, titles, and access to top-tier resources for cultivation and development!

Villages and countryside, fields and outskirts.

The old farmer patted his son on the shoulder: "Farming will only lead to this much in a lifetime. Go ahead, maybe you can really make a name for yourself."

Inside the town.

Every household listened to the television and radio broadcasts and considered signing up to participate.

Inside the tavern, a group of young people were having a heated discussion when they suddenly slammed their glasses down on the table, splashing white foam.

"Damn it, done it!"

"I'd rather die in battle, die outside, be shattered to pieces in another world than stay here any longer!"

"No matter what, it's better than spending my whole life in this wretched place!"

"I want to make something of myself too!"

In major cities, long queues have already formed in front of recruitment offices.

The dangerous war in another world is described as a "strange adventure," as if financial freedom is just around the corner and within easy reach.

That is indeed very seductive.

……

Floating Island, Upper City.

Roy sat on the terrace outside his office, watching the advertisements playing in the sky above the City of Heaven in the distance.

This "sky screen" broadcasting format was a propaganda tool built by the previous wizards at great expense, using numerous magic arrays and artifacts.

Previously, when the Global King of Kings tournament was held, it was used to achieve live broadcasts that could be broadcast to the entire population.

In conjunction with the social reform plan implemented in Skinner's Box, issuing such recruitment advertisements to the entire population was naturally a given.

Ruilier came up behind him, bowed, and reported, "Lord Roy."

All kinds of war supplies have been prepared and are ready; this is a categorized summary of the accounts…

As the saying goes, before the soldiers and horses move, food and grass go first.

Various materials needed for interdimensional wars, including but not limited to magic stones, healing potions, mana restoration potions, meditation potions, standard armor, and weapons.

There are also communication crystals, alchemical bombs, and all sorts of other witchcraft items.

Witch beasts, puppets, vehicles, mounts.

It also has everything.

Roy, as the head of logistics, had been keeping an eye on this matter.

Therefore, upon hearing Ruilier's report, he already had a general idea in mind.

I took the document from Ruilier and glanced at it briefly.

As expected.

The general situation is similar to what I knew before, with no major discrepancies.

"The Alliance has authorized us to form the 'Yodakara Expeditionary Force' here as an independent legion to carry out war missions."

I discussed with Legatos and decided to establish five legions based on this.

The First Legion is led by Legatus, and its main members are soldiers recruited from the floating islands and cities under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly City.

This would require drawing some members from the security force, as well as elite knights originally belonging to the governor's office.

The Second Legion is under my command. Its main members are the Matan Apostle Special Forces, which I formed earlier, as well as various elites recruited separately, and also some elite knights from the Governor's Office.

The Third Legion was led by Org and consisted mainly of rural and urban residents, as well as self-organized mercenaries.

The Fourth Legion was commanded by Tugor, and its main members were unemployed people and gang members forcibly conscripted from various places, as well as criminals in prisons.

The Fifth Legion, commanded by Morey, was primarily composed of Matan warriors and various native fighters, especially those from the cities under the command of the various Heavenly Kings.

Roy estimated.

Each legion has a size ranging from three to five thousand men.

Among them, the Second Legion under his command, the Matan Apostle Special Forces, has reached more than 120 people, with each person leading a knight squad of about 24 people.

This is a title adopted from the knight followers in the Wizarding World.

In reality, this world is filled with level zero martial artists who have opened the root chakra but not the sacral chakra.

Their general skill level is equivalent to that of a high-ranking knight to a great knight.

This is also a common configuration in interdimensional warfare.

"With his followers and the officials of the City of Heaven, that should be about right."

However, there's another problem: there are too many martial artists, while the number of spellcasters is somewhat lacking.

Roy had already considered recruiting wizards he had trained from the world of Araghi.

So, after dismissing Ruilier, he returned to his office and checked the application he had sent to the Witch Tower.

In addition to the expeditionary force itself, he and Legatus each demanded some policy support.

Through negotiations with Akhenin, some plans were basically finalized.

Sure enough, Aknin appeared shortly afterward.

"Roy, I have good news for you."

The Red Robe Council has basically agreed to your proposal.

We are now planning to assign the obligations that the world of Aragir owes to the Alliance to your 'Yodakar Expeditionary Force,' allowing them to serve in this legion.

Upon hearing this, Roy's spirits lifted.

"Thank you, Your Excellency."

"It was quite a coincidence that the century-long tax exemption period in the world of Araghi was about to expire, which just happened to coincide with the Alliance's conquest of the Ellen Star Region."

And you are qualified enough to have earned the opportunity to lead your own army.

Akhenin didn't take credit for it, as it was just a favor he was doing for others.

In reality, there were no coincidences; it was all due to Roy's own rise in status and his own hard work in striving for it.

If it were any other situation, without many preconditions, this matter could not be accomplished.

……

After ending the communication, Roy immediately sent a cross-dimensional communication to the world of Araghi, urging them to quickly identify candidates and finalize the matter.

Don't underestimate the wizards from the world of Aragir. They are able to become official wizards in such a small place because they are very talented and have a strong learning ability.

Perhaps a different world will unleash some potential, allowing one to soar to great heights.

As for Artedia and others, as her confidantes and personal followers, she could keep them by her side without the Alliance's permission.

We might as well transfer them all over.

******
After finishing this matter, Roy went to one of his bases on the floating island to continue with other tasks.

This was his final "harvest" before leaving Yodakara.

On the altar-shaped platform, models of alchemical artifacts, resembling cabinets, were displayed.

This is clearly a full-size, universal vending machine, exactly like the ones that can be seen everywhere in the cities of Yodakara.

But since it's enshrined here, theoretically it's a "deity statue".

A statue similar to the "God of Wishes" that Roy had previously erected in the world of Alage.

The intricate array of magic spells forms a circular compass with markings resembling those on a clock face.

The cone-shaped rays of light converged, forming a crystalline product resembling small diamonds above the "statue".

Under the illumination of the Eye of Hermes, the crystal appeared translucent and ethereal, emitting a faint golden glow, revealing a divine power similar to that of the Wish Crystal.

"Seed of Concepts: Transaction (Level 4)..."

Originating from the spiritual power deep within the souls of intelligent beings, the seed of the concept in the realm of 'trading'...

Its essence is a divine crystal containing remnants of the 'trading' law, commonly known as a divine fragment..."

"It really did come about this way!"
This is similar to the 'wish crystals' I've obtained before, however, the condensation efficiency seems much lower than in the world of Aragir. Does this fall under the category of 'general faith'?

Over the past decade or so, Roy has sent others here to explore and conduct numerous experiments.

The result was the same as before the "God of Wishes"—completely unable to find anything.

Even the high-ranking wizard Legatos could not see or perceive its existence, let alone touch it.

Roy had a vague feeling that this might be related to wizarding proverbs or religious beliefs.

But now is not the time to delve into those things. He should first put away the materialized seed of concept and begin refining it.

……

Just a few hours later.

In the mage's mansion, in the alchemy room.

Roy, with a hint of delight on his face, used the Eye of Hermes to re-examine the object before him.

"The legendary vending machine (Level 4)..."

It is a condensation of the cognition of all living beings, not a semi-divine artifact, but a legendary treasure...

vending machine!
If you send in currency with universal value, such as magic coins, magic stones, or gems, it will return the corresponding goods.

It possesses a built-in protective law, automatically generating a divine shield that grants immunity to all damage while in existence (limited to level three only)...

Prices are clearly marked, and there is no deception of the young or old...

We do not sell expired products, nor do we sell counterfeit or substandard products…

Roy was delighted to discover that the goods it sold could be any "goods" not exceeding a certain size.

Includes seven types of Zabilite, gem fragments, blackening potions, whitening potions, aesthetic jewelry, radium salts, radium water, fossilized flesh, mayfly element potions...

Anything that fits the general public's understanding of "goods," especially "small retail items," can be added to the product list!

It has certain unit price restrictions; if it is too expensive or too large, it cannot be included.

But its core function is the ability to "trade across time and space", and it has a huge storage capacity, which can be preserved inside for a long time without decaying, deteriorating, or losing its spiritual energy.

By contracting this legendary treasure, one gains the authority to access the storage in the background and "replenish" or "collect payment" for it.

Just like a real "vending machine"!
In addition, the protective principle of immunity to all harm is also enough to give one pause for thought.

This divine shield is a route well worth exploring in depth.

If extracted separately and added to a magical diamond, it will create a truly invincible shield.

But that requires the existence of demigods, great wizards, legendary mages, and the like for it to be easily explored and mastered.

Roy pondered for a moment, but didn't give it much thought.

This is because it's best to explore things naturally, rather than forcing them at this stage.

So, after learning about it, he put the item away and prepared to take it to the other world to continue his exploration.

……

Araghi World, Mtraken Outer Ring.

The Hermetic Order.

In the ancient stone chamber, cold white magical flames hung from the dome.

Twelve beams of light were projected onto the tall, high-backed stone chair, with various runes and emblems prominently displayed at the top.

Mogos sat in the chief's seat at the head of the table, his withered fingers tracing a magical artifact resembling a deck of cards, and spoke in a low voice.

"Lord Roy's summons has been issued. Who will answer the call to fight in another world, and who will stay here to guard this place and maintain the operation of the Secret Order..."

Let's decide as soon as possible!

"Very well, let fate guide our path!"

Everyone nodded.

They had discussed similar, difficult-to-decid-on matters before.

In order to maintain high efficiency, they gradually developed the habit of relying on "fate for guidance".

Mogos suddenly slammed the playing cards down on the stone table, moved his hand, and opened them like a fan, revealing runes imbued with magical energy on the back.

"Go!"

Eleven playing cards suddenly shot out in all directions, landing precisely in front of everyone.

Aside from himself, who deals the cards.

As the leader of the Arcane Order and a pioneer of magic in this world, he was personally selected by Roy, so he did not need to participate in the lottery.

"Camilla, Servis, Huilger, Singer..."

Soon, everyone turned over the cards in front of them.

Some have red patterns, while others have black patterns.

Each time Mogos uttered a name, the beam of light projected above each person's head became brighter.

When the last name echoed in the stone chamber, the list of eight people, including himself, was complete.

"Prepare as soon as possible."

"Yes!"

……

At the same time, on the other side.

Artedia's face lit up with joy.

She and Beryl were also summoned by Roy, finally having the opportunity to leave this world and go to a foreign land.

"I have prepared everything you need. When the time comes, the master will return to the Witch Tower to replenish and trade various supplies, and then come here to pick you up..."

She was currently in a spacious area of ​​the underground base.

Within the core of the inverted pyramid-shaped base, a gigantic human head, the size of a building, displayed immense spiritual power.

A phantom figure, composed entirely of energy particles, floated in the air and spoke to her.

"Also, this is a fragment of my brain that I cut off using the brain-dissecting method..."

As they spoke, a head resembling the skull of a young girl, created using the technology of the Mushroom Demon, floated out.

******
Compared to the maiden's skull that Roy crafted from gemstones, this skull has octopus-like tentacles extending downwards for more than 60 centimeters from its neck.

However, the surrounding energy flickered, creating a mysterious shimmering light. This made it look like a jellyfish drifting in the air.

This was also Roy's request.

This "jellyfish" contains a wealth of knowledge and technology from the world of Alaki, making it essentially a super hard drive.

He can not only learn about the development process over the past few decades, but also gain valuable insights.

However, because there are important battles to come, Roy does not plan to stay here for long, so many things need to be prepared in advance.

Atedia nodded, then reached out and caught the head that resembled a jellyfish.

"Restal is already a mature magical beast and is capable of fighting."

There's also the latest development, Sunshine 99, which we haven't had time to report yet.

Over the years, the large amounts of dust, debris, and other raw materials collected from the gem mushroom have been utilized…

The mastermind, "Celine," continued to explain.

Everything, big or small, was arranged properly.

……

After the New Year, Roy returned to the Witch Tower as scheduled to conduct various transactions and preparations.

Then, we arrive at the world of Alaj.

This is his own private property registered in his name, so he doesn't need a permit like he would for other worlds, making travel very convenient.

However, since it was still in the development process, and he was in another world, he didn't have the leisure to travel around, so he hadn't come to see it for decades.

Before they knew it, they discovered that the entire Mtraken had transformed into a lush basin forest.

A world tree, over 300 meters tall, stands tall and full of vitality.

The sapling seemed to have a spirit, sensing the return of the long-lost Roy, and gently shook its branches as if blown by the wind.

As Roy sensed the magic circle he had inscribed within it in his early days, Atedia, Windsorbell, Melius, and others arrived as expected.

Mogos and his companions were like country bumpkins entering the city, arriving for the first time at this "holy land" they had long heard of.

Roy looked around and was pleased to find that there were indeed many talented people there.

Needless to say, the advancements of Artia, Windsorbell, Beryl, and others were achieved by pouring huge sums of his wealth into them.

Level 2 is now the norm.

Even Riesdale has grown to the point where its entire body gleams with a metallic sheen, resembling a ferocious monster.

It has also begun to enter the second-level biological stage, possessing the strength to sweep across the lower-level world.

As for Mogos and others...

"Although their mental strength is still somewhat weak, it's generally at the early to mid-stage of level one..."

However, spellcasters are not easy to grow in the first place, so this speed is by no means slow.

Especially Mogos, who actually possessed a mental strength exceeding 40 degrees, reaching the late stage!

Roy chatted with them while secretly pondering to himself.

"However, apart from Mogos, everyone else is a Shadow Wizard?"
Celine had previously reported that it was almost certain that a massive void leading to the Shadow Dimension lay hidden deep within the world of Araj.

A large number of energy particles flowed out and seeped into the earth's veins.

This is like ink staining clear water, indirectly altering the energy properties of the world's will.

This has also led to the fact that wizards who grow up locally have more or less acquired this attribute.

However, since it is a low-magic world, even the shadow energy obtained in this way is far less concentrated and pure than the mana naturally emitted from medium- and high-magic planes.

So, it's better to go outside..."

Afterwards, Roy went alone into the completed underground base for a brief tour.

I also met Celine's mastermind.

And, secretly harvesting the power of wishes from the idols.

This was also a major reason why he came back in person.

The accumulated willpower of an entire world over several decades can replenish a large amount of consumable resources for the "Golden Grail" in my hands.

Similar items include the "Aladdin's Lamp," which is still circulating among the people.

However, so far, this item remains dormant and has not been of any use.

Roy didn't concern himself with these matters for the time being. After taking stock of the personnel and supplies, he decisively left and led everyone on their journey.

……

In the blink of an eye, more than two months have passed.

The people who had been staying in the tower finally had the chance to set off.

On March 5th, Roy led the group, each carrying a spatial ring, a pet bag, and other items, and set off lightly.

Guided by the ghostly deacon resembling an old man in black robes, they arrived together in a special room without any nameplate.

Inside was a spacious area, without any teleportation arrays or similar features.

This is because the passageway for wizards to go there has not yet been truly established.

We must use another method, namely, dimensional intrusion.

Roy himself couldn't do this; he needed the help of the Grand Wizard...

It's not even something an ordinary great wizard could do; only a great wizard of level five or higher could accomplish this!
After waiting in place for a while, the dome in front of everyone suddenly changed.

Amidst the shifting light and shadow, a "window" offering a direct view of the starry sky outside opened.

The sky above is filled with a profusion of stars, creating a sense of mystery and depth.

But before everyone could properly appreciate the scene of the void of the universe, a huge human figure appeared out of thin air.

It was a blurry figure dressed in a black robe, with a human outline that could be vaguely discerned.

However, there seemed to be bone spurs or tentacles on his shoulders, and his face was shrouded in something like smoke, making it impossible to see anything.

He... or rather, He, exuded an indescribable aura of magnificence.

Even though it was just an image projected remotely into the room where everyone was, it brought a sense of oppression that felt almost tangible.

"So... so big!"

Mogos and the others, who came from the lower world, turned pale and trembled uncontrollably.

Judging from the space in which that figure was located, the head was about the size of an ordinary planet!

Atedia and the others were also not having an easy time.

This seems to be a kind of spiritual oppression originating from the level of mental will, giving off a feeling of megalophobia.

From their current perspective, they look like a group of real ants trapped in a tiny box.

Someone opened the lid from above and peeked inside.

Only Roy remained calm as always.

For some reason, he always felt that although his soul energy was far inferior to the other party's, his status was by no means lower.

This allowed him to easily resist the fear that originated from the depths of his soul, but he couldn't avoid the magical vibrations, and even his life-activation technique seemed to be somewhat out of control.

“Hehehe…

Go, little ones!
"Go and conquer the Ellen Starfield, and transform this starfield controlled by the mages into our Ellen Plane!"

An aged voice resounded directly in everyone's minds.

next moment.

The entire room seemed to be lifted up by Him and transported directly to the depths of space.

An unusual jolt came over me, and the stars twinkled, as if I had fallen into a time tunnel made of kaleidoscopes.

******
Ellen Starfield, Nard Arm.

Fran Star, the Third Moon Guardian.

This is an artificially modified asteroid that was captured and became a satellite, orbiting its parent star, Fran, like an artificial moon.

The tranquility that lasted day after day was shattered without warning by an inexplicable force from the void.

In the void, a strange ripple appeared, and a blurry figure came before it.

Against that enormous, blurry backdrop, the Third Moon Guardian, which was originally comparable to the moon, instantly became a tiny ping-pong ball.

Instantly, on the planet Fran, several arcane mages on guard exclaimed: "Emergency situation, suspected to be a shadow of a soul!"

A great wizard has invaded!

As soon as he finished speaking, all the scientific instruments, arcane equipment, and magical tools on the entire planet were simultaneously affected by an inexplicable force.

A mysterious force field enveloped Fran Star and nearly a hundred satellites of varying sizes around it.

They were horrified to discover that their communication with the outside world had been cut off, and the void had turned into a blurry, mosaic-like background that had begun to stand still.

Immediately following, a huge vortex appeared in the sky above the Third Moon Guardian.

It seemed as if something had appeared out of thin air.

But before they could see clearly, the scene illuminated by the "prophecy" turned into static, signalless dots.

Several arcanists stationed on Fran Star clutched their heads, their headaches throbbing.

"what!"

……

"You have 10 years to conquer this place!"

A faint, ethereal voice drifted down from the sky.

That was the instruction given by the high priest who brought them here.

"On the planet Fran, establish over a hundred dimensional beacons and construct interdimensional teleportation arrays..."

At the same time, destroy all the enemy's long-range communication and transmission facilities.

This is a technologically advanced plane. After the mages entered, they formed a semi-colonial, semi-trade relationship with it.

I need you to establish a foothold here and then assist in the attack on the nearest Nard Star Gate...

If you can successfully complete the previous task...

The aged voice gradually faded away, and everyone slowly recovered from the shock of the interdimensional teleportation, quickly realizing their situation.

"It seems that the space around us is filled with the magical energy left behind by the great wizard. In the short term, the armies on Fran Star and other satellites will not be able to arrive!"

We must quickly eliminate the military forces on this satellite and then establish a foothold as a forward base!

Roy had actually learned about the basic information of the Allen Starfield long before everyone else, knowing that it was a composite plane that combined science and magic.

In the magical universe, there are actually quite a few similar places.

In particular, much of the territory controlled by Achinila has been transformed into the appearance of the arcane world.

However, this place seems to be relatively remote.

There is only one high-level spellcaster of level three, Archmage Rum, in charge.

He didn't even have a mage tower; what he carried was a small mage organization consisting of a dozen or so level-two mages and dozens of mages, responsible for assisting in the construction and transformation of Fran Star, this technological world.

Moreover, they are all instructors and researchers who are more inclined towards arcane magic than battle mage.

The group didn't know much, but they roughly understood their current situation. They quickly opened the door and went outside.

……

"In accordance with the established procedures, proceed with the preliminary construction."

"First, use necromancy to build the bone wall!"

"Fill this area with fossilized flesh and blood to build city walls and watchtowers!"

There was no time for further exploration; the group had already chosen a site and begun building military-style city walls and watchtowers.

The scouts took off immediately afterward.

Puppets created through various alchemical techniques flew in all directions.

Under the protection of the great wizard, they seemed to be born with knowledge, and inexplicably had a rough, simple map in their minds.

This was enough for them to realize that they were in the southern part of the Third Moon Guardian, a place far from the city of the Fran aliens.

A mysterious energy permeated the sky above the outpost.

The mirage-like phantoms formed the "fog of war".

This will buy them the most valuable early development time.

……

A few days passed quickly.

With everyone's efforts, a small, rudimentary fortress was thus formed.

Meanwhile, excavation has begun on an underground base that extends deep into the ground.

Roy didn't bring the steel behemoth Dadarul this time, but thanks to the purchases made by the Wizard Tower, he also had several level-one machines at his disposal.

Although their combat and work capabilities are far inferior to those of Dadarurus, digging out a large underground space on a planet without the protection of high-energy ley lines is no problem at all.

This should be sufficient to meet their needs for living and defense.

"However, we didn't come here to play it safe..."

We must quickly ascertain the opponent's strength and formulate a targeted battle plan!

Outpost, inside the conference room.

Roy gathered everyone together for a brief discussion.

"However, a real large-scale attack will have to wait until the people from the world of Yodakara arrive."

Our mission is to eliminate the resisting military forces, especially the high-level individual combat capabilities…

As soon as he finished speaking, several "guardian" runes lit up inside the base.

The scouts who had gone out to investigate also rushed back to report.

"Lord Roy, the armored Frans are attacking!"

The Fran aliens are an alien species with inverted triangular heads, lizard-like appearance, and large eyes.

However, they are similar in physique to humans and generally stronger in combat than humans, with ordinary people possessing a level of skill above that of a low-ranking knight.

The armor referred to by the scouts is a type of bio-armored mobile armor that can carry combat weapons and enhance the user's energy.

Similar to magic-powered armor.

"How many are they, and what is their general strength?"

Roy asked.

"Judging from the size, it should be an exploration team led by several first-level battle armors, with nearly a hundred armed forces of high-level knights and great knights."

The scouts gave a brief report.

The "fog of war" cast by the great wizard had the ability to distinguish friend from foe, and the group quickly used a "detection spell" with the magic crystal ball based on the scouts' reports.

Soon, a scene in a valley came into view, about a hundred miles ahead.

Roy glanced at it briefly.

"Sure enough, they haven't found this side yet."

I personally took care of them, and while I was at it, I captured some prisoners to see if I could gather any more information!

As soon as he finished speaking, the level zero slice of human body flew out of the other room.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, his figure quickly appeared inside the magic crystal ball.

At the same time, Roy's mind took over the body, and the moment they made contact, he took out the "Sartranz Chess" that he always carried with him.

Moments later, the three-headed dragon Trekephalos was thrown down.

(End of this chapter)