Wizard Alchemist

Chapter 765 The Struggle for Fragments (2-in-1)

"High Wizard, Compettier..."

Rigmar Burst Bug!

Roy frowned slightly.

"This is really not good news!"

Others also make their own contributions, and it's impossible for someone to take all the benefits every time.

However, to continue repairing Alice, to accumulate divine power, to promote more sacred artifacts, and to utilize the divine body...

There are far too many needs that rely on these fragments of divinity.

If you have the opportunity, try your best to seize it.

He had previously heard from Nimredo that the upper echelons of the Plenty Garden had decided to support Marcus's opinion.

As the commander of the frontline legion, the opposing side has considerable influence over the merits and demerits of the Dragon Dung Beetle and other subspecies.

I had a fairly good relationship with him, as we did business privately.

I never expected things to get so complicated.

"Let's see what that thing is all about first."

……

Not long after, at a test site.

Roy arrived with Atedia, Freya, and others.

Along with the newborn Leah, who was also carrying a jewel fish and sporting a large black cat on her head, she followed behind to join in the fun.

The managers of Fengrang Garden were already waiting there and came forward to greet them.

"Your Excellency Kirick, welcome to the explosion test site."

This place has a testing environment for various biological weapons and combat golems..."

Roy nodded.

Developed at the request of the park and designed to cope with war, artificial species have already been produced on a small scale and placed in the test field for various tests.

Many of these activities are public, which is also the meaning of "further education".

He just happened to find out that there was a match this morning.

Therefore, I asked the manager.

The manager explained the situation in detail.

Soon after, the apprentice deacon in the arena brought out the Bursting Bug and began testing.

As he forcefully threw the insect in his hand, the bursting insect opened its elytra and spread its hindwings to take flight.

Scarabs don't usually fly very fast; their speed is about the same as a person jogging.

They fly primarily for short-distance travel, such as flying from one dung heap to another.

But what we see now is clearly a fusion of bloodline factors from other creatures, and its speed is astonishing.

Moreover, inside its belly, there was a shiny crystal the size of a walnut, from which a faint, radiant energy emanated, carrying a captivating and intense glow.

As it approached its target, it exploded with a loud bang.

The fireball exploded, sending shockwaves surging, displaying power comparable to a level one sorcery spell.

"Not bad, it has the power of a spell of several tens of degrees!"

"Even in the technological world, it's an explosive force on the order of tens of kilograms!"

The explosive power conversion at the zero-level stage is not enough to unlock the magic of heaven and earth.

But it far exceeds ordinary artillery shells, reaching the level of aerial bombs or missiles.

It was just an ordinary explosion, nothing special.

But a moment later, hundreds and thousands of bursting insects flew out together.

With a buzzing sound, they moved as fast as lightning and pounced on their target together.

This is the wizarding world's version of overwhelming firepower!
Boom boom boom!

A series of explosions rang out.

These insects did not hesitate to sacrifice their lives, blasting the boulders below into pieces.

The stones were clearly enhanced with magical energy, and magical runes floated on their surfaces.

But every explosion weakens the opponent.

After a series of rapid explosions, the protective spell lost all its effectiveness and was blasted to pieces.

Looking at the arena again, the deacons quickly summoned hundreds or even thousands more, seemingly endless.

Roy, having experienced real combat on the plane battlefield, judged that even in the early stages of level one and two, this would pose a considerable threat to him.

"These exploding bugs already have a decent reproductive capacity, and with the increased power of a single explosion, the spells cast by bug wizards are greatly enhanced!"

"Actually, we should also take this route."

Insects have low life value and are numerous, so they should be consumed without hesitation..."

"Is it possible to add the explosive property to the dragon dung beetle as well?"

"I think it's difficult, a life template..."

A sufficiently solid foundation is still necessary before making any modifications.

Roy and Freya were discussing it.

If one has enough wealth, even an ordinary insect can achieve a similar effect by attaching an alchemical bomb to it.

However, the creation and control of the swarm, the cost of the alchemical bomb, and the timing of the ignition and explosion are all technical challenges that need to be overcome.

"Create an explosive insect, breed a swarm, and throw it out when fighting the enemy..."

This seemingly simple thing also needs to be able to be stably passed down and automatically reproduce in the form of a race...

If it's just about modifying an individual or small-scale refining, ordinary wizards, or even some outstanding apprentices, can probably do it.

It could even be fitted with a small nuclear bomb!

However, doing that would be pointless. We still need to integrate all of the above characteristics into the biological template to ensure a continuous and stable supply...

This requires a highly skilled wizard who has a deep understanding of the mysteries of life.

This is enough to show that the high-ranking wizard Campettier is indeed quite capable.

This Rigmar Burst Bug also has something.

……

After leaving the training ground, Roy didn't just wait to be assigned a role; instead, he proactively went to find the great wizard Donilu and inquired about it.

He didn't say much else, only asking whether the "Dragon Dung Beetle" he provided was qualified to be selected by the Valkan Legion as a new type of unit for the next stage of development.

The answer is of course yes.

Even before that, it had already been discussed by the high-level council and had become a popular option.

But when it comes to whether it can actually be accomplished, even the great wizard Donilu is hesitant.

"Well, we're still considering it."

Do we need to "study it out"?

However, from the perspective of those in power, both sides are equally important, and he has no reason or need to favor either side.

Roy noticed his hesitation but didn't press him further: "It seems the characteristics of the dragon dung beetle aren't enough to make you decide."

High Wizard Donil said, "Perhaps you could further enhance the Dragon Dung Beetle."

Roy could certainly do that.

For example, by utilizing the recently developed evolution agent, new characteristics can be given to the dragon dung beetle.

This further increases its value.

But doing it this way is indeed somewhat inefficient.

What could have been a reward based on just one characteristic has been changed to two or three.

Even if Compettire disagrees, he can join in the fray.

It's really hard to say what level we'll need to reach to be certain of obtaining that divine fragment.

So, after he left, he went directly to find the wizard Contipel. The wizard was currently residing in Plenty Garden, undertaking research tasks assigned to him by the garden.

His intention was to see if the two could negotiate privately.

If it really ends up in their hands, I'll buy it with magic stones and all sorts of resources!
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The reception room in the castle.

The wizard Contipper sat languidly in his large chair, looking somewhat tired.

Looking back, I realize that I've put a lot of effort into the research these past few days.

Upon hearing Roy's purpose, the high-ranking wizard frowned slightly and politely declined, saying, "I happen to have a need as well..."

What if I raise the price?

"It's not that I think it's too little, but that I really need this fragment of divinity."

Condiper shook his head.

"Alright then, I've disturbed you, goodbye."

Roy didn't ask any further questions.

"Lord Roy, what should we do now?"

After he returned, Freya asked him about the result.

"Then there's no other way but to rely on your own abilities to win."

I'd like to see.

Will the Dragon Dung Beetle, under the influence of the evolution potion, truly gain any new or unusual characteristics?

A hint of determination gradually appeared in Roy's eyes.

He had already tried all the methods to avoid involution, but it was clear that this approach was not working.

Fortunately, I'm not afraid of competition.

Let's roll it up properly then!

That day, Roy took some of the evolution potion he had just prepared, mixed it with the common bursting bug bloodline factor that was already available on the market, and added it along with radium water, magical gunpowder, and other substances.

The result was a great success, and a new species with the bloodline of Osseni, capable of mixing with soil and consuming the natural enchanted gunpowder "Starkty Dust" was born.

This improved variety possesses both the "dragon vein physique" and "gold-devouring characteristics" of the dragon dung beetle. At the same time, it also has the ability to "eat soil," allowing it to consume things like natural gunpowder and deposit them in its body.

While the final explosive effect was still inferior to Compettire's "Regma Bug," it surpassed it in overall value.

Roy also made some modifications to this, using the "gene editing" convenience brought by the "evolutionary agent" to guide targeted mutations.

This potion's effect is to stimulate mutations and, like a solvent, dissolve and carry the power of bloodlines, thereby achieving the transfer of abilities.

In other words, the abstract "ability," or a certain biological characteristic, is materialized into a substantial "life essence."

For example, "armored vehicles"...

It can dissolve in the blood of the dragon dung beetle in this way.

"Rapid growth," "great strength," "flight speed," and so on...

The same is true.

The "explosion" effect we are now studying is, of course, included here.

However, this capacity is also limited. Just like a pot of water mixed with color will eventually become more and more concentrated, this "original soup of life" that harmonizes the blood will eventually deteriorate into a messy black paste due to the addition of various other properties.

This gives rise to twisted and bizarre beings, like abyssal worms, and many of their advantages have been lost.

In scientific terms, it's a genetic breakdown, a deformed freak.

Therefore, Roy's current testing shows that too many features cannot be added, or each feature must be slightly weakened.

This, however, perfectly aligns with the principle of "equivalent exchange."

The wizarding world has never talked about things like overflowing when the water is full or about moderation and balance.

What we're talking about here is changing the bucket to a bigger one, replacing the "biological template" with a higher-level, more substantial "container".

By "plundering" all sorts of other creatures, using their flesh and souls as the price, one can achieve greater, higher, and stronger power!
Therefore, it needs a stronger parent material and a higher concentration of Life Essence Evolution Agent.

To achieve this, Roy simply poured all of this year's research funding into it.

Anyway, I can reuse this achievement in the future, so it won't be a waste.

……

Just one month later.

In the alchemy room, Roy retrieved the lyre he had acquired earlier and began to play it in front of the transmutation circle.

His artistic genius provided him with a solid foundation in the relevant field, allowing him to dabble in things and make them look quite professional.

The music was crisp and melodious, like the background music often used in banquets to create a joyful atmosphere.

Sometimes it's light and cheerful like the clinking of glasses, and sometimes it's high-pitched like a toast.

As Freya listened, she felt as if she were in a dazzling banquet hall, watching everyone raise their glasses and laugh, with delicious food steaming on silver platters.

The insects inside the alchemy array were initially curled up, but the music suddenly stirred a certain kind of heartstring called "appetite".

They instantly became restless, rushing towards the gold in the dish, their mouths opening and closing, making soft gnawing sounds.

In no time at all, the gold in the dish was devoured.

The satiated insects stopped moving, curled up slightly, and began to secrete a clear, sticky substance.

The mucus solidified shortly after coming into contact with the air, forming plump golden pupae.

Under the illumination of the magical lights, the surfaces of each pupa shimmered with a flowing luster.

“Success!

In the cash phase, a relatively perfect product...

The golden dung beetle has been born!

Roy stopped playing, and before the insects could even hatch, he used the Eye of Hermes to identify them in a way that resembled cheating.

This is also a "cheating" technique he recently discovered, which directly identifies the problem at the source level, and the final result is usually quite accurate.

After all, with genes, you reap what you sow.

Once he identified it as a new species of pupa, he could roughly guess what would happen after it hatched.

"This is really great."

Freya was genuinely delighted.

"Exquisite, truly exquisite!"
Even when the royal palace hosts banquets, they can't find high-ranking wizards to perform.

Nisha, on the other hand, complained.

"What do you know?
This little thing is already beginning to resemble a 'chimera' beast; it's no ordinary dragon dung beetle!
It even points in the direction of the 'perfect creature'...

It was also one of the ultimate paths of "Creativity Studies" in the past!

Roy said.

"Isn't that still a dragon dung beetle?"

Nisha grasped the essence of things.

"Forget it, there's no point in arguing with you..."

Roy rolled his eyes at her, somewhat speechless.

However, upon closer reflection, Nisha's complaints are not without merit.

This artificial species, which is destined for great things and will become famous in the future, should be given a nicer name.

"From now on, we'll call it the Golden Scarab..."

What? Someone already took it a long time ago, it's everywhere now?

"Never mind all that, once it becomes more famous, it will take its place."

After that, Roy reported the news to his superiors, which shocked them.

New challenges have once again presented themselves to them.

But soon, the great wizard Donil suggested, "Why don't you fight the insects?"

Within three years, each will train 10,000 birds and then put them into actual combat for testing.

At that time, it won't just be fragments of divine essence, but also their respective research data and the mysteries of their insect species—the winner takes it all!

(End of this chapter)