Wizard Alchemist

Chapter 812 The Power of the Pillars (4-in-1)

Roy could clearly feel that soul particles mixed with his own spiritual will were densely packed inside the Shadow Demon King's avatar, and had become an indispensable part of Him.

This is also thanks to the previous experience of refining soul nectar. Adding sand is much easier than purifying. If you can do something that is so difficult, then something simple is even easier.

"The traditional method is to cut the soul and use one's own soul as the core to implant it into the Shadow Demon King's body."

The two are more like the relationship between the brain and the body.

The true spirit, formed with its own soul at its core, governs the spirit body of the Shadow Demon King and can achieve perfect control in the same way.

However, that often requires it to have a certain scale.

For example, like a slice-in-the-life embodiment of the past.

Level 0 slice has 1 degree of mental strength, Level 1 slice has 10 degrees, Level 2 slice has 100 degrees...

Similarly, to control this level four slice as an incarnation, one would need at least 1 degrees.

I don't have that many mental energy attributes to divide right now, so being able to control the Golden Dragon Avatar using this method is already pretty good.

Fortunately, the information I obtained from the Seven Towers Alliance, along with the information on the faith system of the Temple of Egris, led me to another method...

That is like gathering faith, pooling the power of the masses.

It's closer to the common understanding, and could even be described as like shares, controlling stakes...

By demonizing its nature and placing it within the "Pillar-level Demon God" system, one can grasp the entire system through the authority of the "Creator".

Because the Creator can grasp the "Word of Creation," this fundamental authority allows them to possess many natural powers from within.

At that moment, Roy was suddenly jolted.

He sensed that his spiritual consciousness space, specifically the natal chart representing his soul, was shining brightly.

The Philosopher's Stone, which had already solidified into a physical form, also floated out.

[Words of Wisdom]: +2000...

The temperature increased by a whopping 2000 degrees out of thin air! This is the result of refining spiritual items!

From then on, the blessing of the "Sage's Proverbs," which had begun to stagnate, immediately rose from 5000 degrees to 7000 degrees!
Immediately afterwards, the concept of "Shadow Fiend" suddenly appeared in the concept seed possessed by the alchemy talent [Concept Armament].

"Is this a manifestation of the 'pillar'?"

Roy immediately understood.

"Pillar" represents authority and power, and is also a synonym for divine position or divine office.

Unexpectedly, during the refining process, I was able to make a copy and master it myself.

Looking to the future, the idea of ​​refining and controlling more and more powerful demon gods can be considered, in a sense, being a "human pillar".

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Soon, about two weeks later.

Roy followed the same method and took control of "the god of the gnolls," Maktire.

The terms "god" and "king" used here are merely verbal titles and have nothing to do with actual status or identity.

In reality, from the perspective of demonization and artificial demonization, they are all only at the "earl" level, not even at the level of a feudal lord in the universe, let alone a true god.

This also fits the identity of a level four demigod.

Roy was not yet concerned with the profound content of these "pillar studies," but instead focused his attention on the feedback that the gnoll god Marktire had given him.

[Sage's Advice]: +1500!

Seed of the concept: "Jackal"!
From this point on, the blessing of the "Words of Wisdom" has reached 8500 degrees.

Not only that.

Just as Roy received this spiritual energy, a new alchemical talent was formed.

[Alchemy talent gain in progress (100%)]

[Pillar Power (Gold Rank)]

[Emphasizing the spiritual aspect, "Enchantment" level +3, by borrowing the conceptual power of a "Pillar-level Demon God," imbuing the item with extraordinary properties.]

"Hahahaha!"

In the void, a thunderous laugh seemed to resound.

"I already know the secret of this place!"

This improvement is undoubtedly enormous, and it is the most groundbreaking approach to date.

Roy felt as if he had opened the door to a new world and immediately understood that "creating gods" was the future of his "Roy's Alchemy".

It's not just about improving one's own "wise words," but also about condensing the seeds of concepts.

This "power of the pillar" is helpful in crafting all sorts of artifacts.

"Perhaps we could use it as an 'affix' and inject it into various equipment and artifacts?"
This sounds a bit gamified, with all sorts of affixes and attributes...

But in reality, it is about essentialization and origination.

Some attributes are simply expressed directly in the form of laws.

With that in mind, Roy focused his attention on the golden dragon avatar and immediately crafted a level zero dagger in the alchemy room inside the tower.

The concept of "jackal" that had just been obtained was clearly injected into it.

Under the illumination of the Eye of Hermes, it appeared to be a blue magical item, of much higher quality than those crafted using conventional methods.

But its superiority doesn't lie in the materials or other refining processes, but in the added abilities!
"Jackal Metal Knife (Level 1)..."

Pillar Power: 5% chance to steal life when attacking...

Roy's eyes lit up.

"My 'Luo's Alchemy' can logically incorporate an affix system. Shadow Fiend's X... provides 'physical immunity,' Jackal's X... provides 'life steal'..."

These are all enchanted in the form of "pillars," but not in ordinary ways; rather, it's a system similar to divine intervention!

Roy couldn't help but feel excited.

Because when he acquired this new alchemical talent, he already knew that it was closely related to the power of a Pillar-level Demon God.

The gnoll god "Marktire" and the shadow demon king "Squard" that he has created are not yet true pillar-level beings, yet they already possess such power.

Once it's upgraded in the future, it will be something to look forward to.

However, creating such an artificial demon is by no means an easy task.

Don't be fooled by the fact that you seem to have completed two assignments in just over half a month. In reality, this is the result of years of hard work.

It also includes two major gains from the worlds of Araghi and Nehebur.

The fundamental condition for creating such an existence is world-class spirituality.

Its foundation, the Heavenly Net, is the "Myriad Spirits Net" that other great wizards also create.

The methods used by Archmage Freyor to erect pillars and capture targets are similar.

These are all matters that have already touched upon the fourth level.

Next, he showcased his unique skills, including refining spirit and further condensing conceptual seeds.

These are all the results of my many past alchemical talents.

Next, Roy devoted himself to familiarizing himself with and mastering this new talent, and even tried to distribute it through the system of sacrifice and divine intervention.

However, just a few days later, Akhenin came to him and asked him to return to the tower, saying that he had important matters to discuss.

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"They actually want me to go back?"

Roy had a vague idea that it was some important intelligence or some arrangement by higher-ups.

While it may seem like an overreaction, places like Nehebul or the Mage Tower are still not as safe as the Witch Tower.

Many important decisions concerning the faction should be discussed back at the camp.

So Roy agreed.

Send at least one avatar back into the tower.

A few days later, in early May.

The golden dragon avatar led Artia onto the interdimensional teleportation array inside the tower.

This is also a chance to test the newly created link.

After a brief journey through the void, amidst the shifting light and shadow, the scenery ahead rippled like water.

The figure of the ghost in the red dress appeared ahead.

"Welcome, Archmage Roy."

It was a scene that seemed to have existed forever, unchanging.

A row of semi-transparent figures bowed respectfully.

Roy's gaze swept past them, but then fell upon the surrounding area.

The environment here is different; it's not the sixth floor.

"This is the seventh floor, the exclusive space of the Grand Wizard, a demiplane-level independent space."

We have arranged a private castle for you here, where you can send your family members or other designated personnel to live and handle matters related to the alliance.

You can also specify that we are at your service and provide any service…

The ghost in the red dress spoke as she floated ahead, leading the way and introducing the place.

"Of course, there are also aerial corridors connecting private residences..."

After being promoted to wizard, the benefits provided to him by the Seven Towers Alliance were undoubtedly greatly improved, and his residence was a private castle.

Even this demiplane itself is a separate space, completely tailor-made for it, and then it revolves around the Witch Tower like a star.

Only then did Roy realize that the entire Vizel plane was surrounded by many similar stars, and the Wizard Tower on the ground was just a ladder to heaven, connecting step by step to those asteroids and demiplanes as the wizard's level increased.

Unlike the old, unchanging wizard towers with ever-changing wizards, this dwelling can be considered a permanent structure, provided for the use of every newly promoted great wizard.

As long as he doesn't betray the alliance, he is permanent, fixed private property.

However, Roy didn't care much about this anymore. He didn't even go to see the castle that had been arranged for him. Instead, he directly connected to the mage's mansion and communicated with Akhenin.

It was only then that they learned that the "Truth Council," the organization of the great wizards, had put forward a new resolution.

"After years of nomination and secret observation, the organization has recognized your strength and achievements."

We hereby formally inform you that you have been admitted to Parliament as a proud and esteemed full member!

"Oh?"

Roy looked thoughtful.

Similar to previous organizations such as the "Stonemasons' Guild", "Clay Figures' Guild", "Insect Kingdom", and "Time Inn", this is also an organization within the wizarding world.

However, most of those were related to power and strength, and were essentially secret societies or guilds.

Their purpose is often to facilitate communication and exchange of goods and services.

The latter is more important.

Wizards are capable of enduring loneliness and solitude. In order to advance their careers, they often wander far and wide for hundreds or even thousands of years, consistently pursuing a great experiment day after day.

Power and fame are all fleeting.

Their social interactions are all for the purpose of acquiring resources and knowledge.

Therefore, most organizations take the form of loose social circles, without a very tight structure.

"Perhaps, I could also start a similar organization..."

As Roy thought about this, an idea suddenly popped into his head.

But then they discovered that this "Truth Council" was different.

It is something that all Grand Wizards of the Alliance need to join and keep an eye on.

All political and important matters related to the Seven Towers Alliance will be distributed through its channels.

The most important of these is, of course, presiding over interdimensional wars and colonial plunder.

It can be said that this is the official organization of the Seven Towers Alliance.

It is worth mentioning that red wizards such as Akhenin are also under its jurisdiction, and the council where the high wizards reside is its subordinate organization.

It was responsible for overseeing many aspects of wizarding training, including apprenticeships, graduation training, and privateering licenses.

My past experiences traveling to multiple worlds were also specifically overseen by the council under the jurisdiction of this Truth Council.

Roy didn't object to this, after all, politics is a topic that even wizards can't avoid.

As a high wizard, it is time for me to attend the Council of Truth and enjoy the rights I deserve.

"But I think it can't be as simple as just crowning me and promoting me, right?"

"Did you call me back specifically for something important?"

After learning all this, Roy said.

He had only been a Grand Wizard for a few years.

Given the nature of those who achieve immortality, the entire process would take at least several decades or even centuries to complete, so there's no need to rush.

Akening said, "There are indeed other important matters."

Recently, in a bizarre dimension, a new great war broke out in a world called 'Spekrum'.

We plan to send a high priest there to oversee things, and the blockade and protection of Nehebul will be loosened.

This matter involves adjustments to the strategic positions of certain high wizards, as well as future changes in Nehebul, so I must inform you in advance.

Here are a few options for you: one is to continue providing protection using the remaining alliance resources; the other is to select several locations for you to fight on the front lines, using offense as a form of defense, and providing Nehpur with opportunities for development..."

Upon hearing this, Roy began to think.

Previously, he did request the alliance to make strategic adjustments regarding the Nehpur area.

In order to provide shelter for their attack on Nehebul and prevent the legendary mages from entering that star system, they launched wars in various worlds such as Dorakon, Veraros, Gnor, and Misolda, which successfully tied down the legendary mages of Achinila, preventing them from launching a counterattack against that area.

But now, both the war situation has changed and the territory under their control has become more secure, so they have decided to make some changes.

It's even possible that they themselves would have to provide protection for that world, preventing the legendary mage's power from being transferred there.

"I respect the alliance's arrangements and am willing to obey orders."

But if necessary, we should go to the front lines and fight, using offense as a form of defense.

Roy quickly made his decision.

Although homeland defense has its advantages, it is not actually a decisive factor for a great wizard like him.

It would be more worthwhile to spread the war to other people's territory.

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After agreeing on this matter, Roy dealt with some minor matters, such as the development of Raymond, Manant, Tina, and others.

They are all developing their own careers now, but Roy only pays a little attention quietly and doesn't disturb them much. Apart from that, Nuchimok continues to greet and inquire as always.

To this day, he still doesn't know who Roy is.

In his mind, he was still that kind of mysterious and aloof master!
However, he has now surpassed him and has already been promoted to Grand Wizard earlier than him.

This makes sense.

Looking back at the many issues raised by Nuchmock now, Roy suddenly felt a sense of clarity and understanding, seeing things much more clearly.

He immediately picked out some questions that he could answer right away and replied.

Nuchimok immediately responded: "Ah, that's wonderful!"
As expected of Lord Kiric, he solved the problem that had troubled me for years just like that…

Then came another round of effusive praise, with all sorts of free flattery offered.

Roy chuckled dryly, not swayed by the flattery, and bluntly stated his demands.

"You seem to be skilled at crafting Hellfire Legions?"
"I previously asked you to purchase billions worth of arms..."

"This is all thanks to your care..."

Nuchimok quickly said.

The other party is not only a high-ranking wizard-level powerhouse, but also the client's major investor.

"If you still have any, customize a Hellfire Legion of around 10 billion for me, to follow my orders, and I'll send it out when the time comes."

However, I might cancel this order. How about I just give you the deposit in the future?

"Not at all, I can sell it to someone else anyway, so there's no need for you to spend this money..."

Nuchimok is very savvy.

Although this violated business principles, Roy had repeatedly helped him solve problems and brought him many benefits.

This is more important than any principle.

Roy nodded in satisfaction.

This is equivalent to acquiring a puppet army that can be launched at any time out of thin air.

He "ordered" these things to supplement his forces.

When absolutely necessary, it can be used for the defense of the worlds of Araghi and Nehebul.

Because I am fighting on the front lines, there may be some small groups of enemy troops that have been missed in the rear.

The troops that were previously reserved could certainly hold out.

However, if the war becomes critical and there is insufficient temporary conscription, it is still necessary to seek such external assistance.

In some unavoidable circumstances, a governor-general must be appointed.

In exchange for the surrender of sovereignty over the territory for a hundred years, they secured the protection of a high-ranking wizard.

At that point, it will be a different story altogether.

With the alliance involved, taxes will inevitably be levied, and various resources, manpower, and materials will be used extensively.

This is all in order to protect the territory under their control.

"If you have the ability, try not to rely on the league to solve the problem yourself."

Next, Roy ordered his troops to begin preparing for battle.

He briefly assessed his troops and found that he had suffered almost no losses in the Battle of Nehebul.

Even under Aug's command, only some cannon fodder and insignificant pawns died; the real core members were unharmed.

Ruak, Isge, Neom, Frena, and others are still serving their terms and have not yet left his command.

Therefore, I still have these high-level wizards at my disposal.

"It seems that we no longer need to transfer personnel and supplies from the alliance."

We can simply launch another interdimensional war using the same forces that attacked Nehebul.

However, it's best to wait until you've been promoted before initiating the process.

The people of Araghi World and Eglis will be promoted to level two, and the people of Nehpur will be promoted to level one…

He is still unaware of the alliance's arrangements and does not know which side he will be assigned to.

The only thing that's certain is that the stronger you are, the better.

……

When the golden dragon returned to the tower, Roy summoned his subordinates Freya, Nisa, and others, along with Zaif, Serafina, and newly recruited mid-level core members such as Debanick and Pol, to the meeting.

This is his team.

"Mogos, Prieti, Singers, Huilger, Camus..."

Among those personnel from the world of Araghi, those who have already met the requirements for promotion to level two may be transferred back from the Ellen Starfield and brought under your command.

Wizard Debanick and Wizard Boll, both newly promoted to level two, also need to report to the Alliance...

However, you can also use your authority as a high priest to recruit them into your ranks and have them serve for at least 60 years…

Shortly after the meeting began, Nisha specifically brought up this issue.

These people are different from her followers; they are essentially wizards of the Alliance, not Roy's personal subordinates.

"Okay, let's report to the alliance according to the official procedure."

Roy didn't intend to keep them to himself either.

Debanick and Boll, especially Boll, had no objection to this.

"Next, let's talk about the Taman Empire..."

The meeting continues.

"Previously, your experience in the Ellen Starfield was to adapt to local conditions, make full use of local resources and technological conditions, and uniformly use magical battle armor..."

I think we could follow the same approach as before, but change it to a Legion set.

Nisha raised a key issue.

It's time to make full use of local resources to arm and strengthen our forces.

"The world of Nehpur is undergoing tremendous changes, mainly due to the rapid rise of the Talman Empire after the removal of mages as a constraint..."

Now, inside this mage tower, there are many low-level servants and apprentices they have sent here.

To prevent him from becoming too powerful, he will definitely be transferred to another world for any future promotion.

But their service experience here can bring about many changes to the country's politics, economy, and people's livelihoods.

Just as Roy had previously tried his hand at making perfumes and glass...

The loot produced inside the Wizard Tower/Mage Tower can indeed bring about significant changes in the secular world.

Especially under the special guidance of Roy and others, many apprentices and servants brought back alchemy recipes such as fertilizer, explosives, and magic potions to their hometowns.

The foundations of meditation techniques, such as Will Runes, go without saying.

Even primary and secondary schools have begun offering classes to provide basic education for wizards.

Although it has only been five years, it has already begun to mass-produce junior apprentices.

Upon graduation from there, one would enter as a mid-level apprentice who was literate and possessed sufficient mental strength...

"Indeed, this legion can be fully utilized in the upcoming war."

Roy made a rough assessment and agreed with the suggestion.

Tarling Celine said, "The meeting minutes have been generated. We will continue to guide the development of the Talman Empire according to these recommendations..."

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It's less about guidance and more about providing direct, hands-on support...

Over the next three years, the Talman Empire in the Nehbur world seemed to have pressed the fast-forward button, developing at a rapid pace.

By the eighth year after Roy and his men entered this world, their military reforms had already yielded some results.

In early November.

The golden dragon avatar brought Atedia, Beryl, Angari, Serafina, and others to inspect the results in this area.

The entire high command of the Talman Empire mobilized to hold a grand welcoming ceremony.

Prince Mossippi, along with his children and members of the royal family including the Emperor, came to greet them.

Roy didn't pay much attention to these investments, but instead asked about the military situation.

Prince Mosheby had long been prepared to win the favor of this great wizard.

At that moment, he invited him to the city wall and ordered his men to sound the horn and summon the troops.

A moment later, a group of soldiers dressed in black appeared, surrounded by what appeared to be smoke.

"This is a new type of specialized military unit that we established in accordance with your instructions..."

Shadow Guard!

All members are carefully selected secret agents, working as wanderers and assassins.

Equipped with legion gear such as shadow cloaks and assassin's fists and swords, they primarily engage in infiltration, stealth, and protection missions, striving to provide intelligence support to the main army.

Roy glanced at them briefly and found that these professionals were not high-level, at most only low-level knights, while the mid-to-high-level ones were already at the leader level.

But to be honest, for a country that is just starting out, this is already quite an achievement.

You should know that when Atedia was with him, she was only a high-ranking knight!

Imagine a future where this country can mass-produce warrior-level figures like Artedia as followers for other wizards. Some of them have great potential, and with a little investment of resources, they can be trained to level one or two.

That's already quite good.

Roy nodded and watched the Imperial Knights make their appearance again.

This is a new unit called "Dark Knights," clad in black armor.

It mainly consists of a cavalry legion that summons otherworldly warhorses made of energy, through training in knight breathing techniques combined with the mage's "mounting spell".

Due to resource constraints, the level that can be mass-produced is only between the low and medium grades.

The difference is that it wears "physical immunity armor" with the enchantment "Shadow Fiend" affix (concept)!
This is Legion gear with the added effects of Obscuring and Physical Damage Reduction. Given the current skill level of Roy's subordinates, they can already cheat using methods like Sacrifice, granting it mass production capabilities comparable to Tier 1 gear.

Therefore, these are only slightly inferior to the starting benefits for newly recruited wizards.

Roy watched the Dark Knights practice.

The high-ranking knight, clad in ordinary armor, laboriously broke through the Dark Knight's defenses and plunged his massive lance directly into the opponent's body.

However, the opponent acted as if nothing had happened, and even endured the damage to launch a counterattack.

Within moments, the high-ranking knight collapsed to the ground, severely injured.

Their martial arts skills, morale, and training levels are roughly the same.

However, the equipment worn by the Dark Knight also has the special attribute of being immune to vital attacks.

That was brought about by the Shadow Fiend's [Pillar Power].

Roy was very pleased to see that it had begun to enter the lower-tier markets and become a force that his subordinates could borrow and utilize.

This significance is absolutely no less than the development of the "Alchemy Cult" and the "Equipment Believers"!
Next, Mossby proudly added, "In addition, we have also developed a spellcaster unit, the Shadow Warlock!"

These are awakened beings who were born naturally due to their favorable geographical conditions.

It is also thanks to your support...

The awakening potion greatly increases the awakening rate.

We selected qualified warlocks from among them for training. All of them mastered basic level zero spell models such as "Shadow Tentacles" and "Shadow Bind". Some of the more outstanding ones also have abilities such as "Dark Energy Bolt" and "Shadow Shield"!

They can also wear Legion gear and wield weapons such as electric staffs and energy staffs to launch powerful attacks!

We can provide around 1000 such warlock legions, whose strength varies between level zero and level one depending on external conditions such as equipment and resource supply.

But they can generally guarantee combat effectiveness at the level of advanced apprentices or even elite apprentices!

Roy nodded secretly.

"It's clear that you put a lot of thought into what you told me."

Although the vast majority will be cannon fodder with no chance of promotion, this number is enough to cover up all the flaws!
Moreover, in this process, the Talman Empire did not unilaterally demand, but rather exchanged its own human resources and minerals.

It provided itself with a great deal of jewelry and resources; it didn't get them for nothing.

Roy had already decided that if this empire could contribute in the upcoming interdimensional war, it would be a good opportunity.

We might as well offer more support to help it develop further.

Satisfied, Roy returned to the mage tower and asked Celine about the situation.

At this moment, the "Nehebul Wizard Tower" has successfully returned to its original base, the Kron Wasteland.

The monks' choice to stay here was not without reason.

Because there just happens to be a very suitable node here, where the earth's energy can be extracted.

Celine had already thoroughly understood these technical documents several years ago and began to extract them with all her might.

It now reports: "Energy pool reserves have reached 93.6%..."

At the same time, the relevant aspects of the celestial energy have been basically deciphered.

Perhaps we can combine this with the technical data of the Mogis dynasty to fill in the gaps in what the ancients failed to accomplish!

This was yet another unexpected delight.

"I never expected that I would be able to find something related to the Mogis Dynasty in the Nehebul world!"

However, the Mogis dynasty was indeed only lacking in external resources and technology, and unfortunately trapped in a cage.

If they had obtained Celestial Energy earlier, perhaps it would have been a world that ventured beyond the stars and developed into an interstellar age, a world with arcane technology.

Celine added, "We have basically mastered these two energy sources, but we lack another important one."

"Oh, you mean the 'Heavenly Nail'?"

Roy said.

"Yes."

This is both the name of a spell and a creation of the Magic Industry.

It serves as a positioning anchor point for legendary spells, guiding mage towers during dimensional wars.

Often, a legendary mage would first fire a "Heavenly Nail," and then the mage tower would teleport remotely to appear directly on top of it.

This can be used as a node to draw on the celestial energy, allowing for a quick and efficient entry into a state of war!
"Perhaps I could try refining it myself?"

Roy began to ponder.

(End of this chapter)