New concept of the mysterious way to ascend to immortality

Chapter 176 The Contemporary Master Programmer: "The Programming Language of Classical Mechanics"

Under the crude indoctrination of Pinky Yue, Yuan Zhu hastily established a simplistic understanding that [knowledge ≈ magic], [formulas and theorems ≈ spell models], [mechanical magic network ≈ crystal wall magic network], and [skull servo ≈ spellbook].

Of course, there is a qualitative difference between the two.

For example, in the universe beyond, there naturally exists a transcendent element called 'magic power'. Magic is the way that magical power is utilized. The [Magic Network] is an artificial construct built around this energy of 'magic power'.

Magic came first, then the net; spells existed before the magic net.

But the situation is completely different for the spirits, because [knowledge] itself is not extraordinary and does not possess power.

Uh, that was hasty. Other pollution-related knowledge leaked from other sources isn't included.

Pure 'traditional mechanics knowledge' is very ordinary, without any power, and remains stable and unassuming in ancient textbooks.

These mechanical principles only produce extraordinary effects when they are infused into the [Skull Servo] processor and operated with the support of the [Mechanical Magic Network].

A little tune about intelligence suddenly started playing.

Yuan Zhu pushed up his non-existent glasses, transforming into a master of deduction. Countless formulas and images of famous scientists flashed through his mind, instantly revealing the true nature of the universe: "Therefore, the source of the power of the [School of Knowledge] is the original [Classical Mechanics Magic Net]! It is this net that transforms ordinary mechanical knowledge into extraordinary power that transcends the 'classical physical worldview.' The Servo Skull is merely a medium for channeling this power."

Meng Xiyue nodded: "That's one way to understand it."

"I don't know!"

Principal Yuan's accent suddenly changed, revealing his ancestral home in Zhejiang: "Since the origin of the [Knowledge School] is to shield all polluting phenomena and specifically construct the [Physical Cosmology. Mechanics Magic Network] system, then what about the [Insect Cultivation Server] you created in Insect City? Doesn't it violate the original intention of the [Magic Network]? It's no longer pure, but extremely polluted! You damned heretic!"

Meng Xiyue's creation of the skull server in [Grasshopper City], and her proposed collaboration with herself, both violate the settings of [Classical Mechanics Magic Network], and are instead quite heretical!

Pink-haired one, with an air of nonchalance, calmly slurped up his chicken leg and said, "The fact that you can ask this question shows that you have a good understanding of the existence of the [Classical Mechanics Magic Network]."

...

The original intention behind the creation of the [Mechanical Magic Network] was to find a purely imagined [artificial supernatural source] that was unaffected by any [contamination system] and had no interference from any supernatural power.

Based on this, a 'parallel version of the magic network' belonging to the planet of Duling will be created, fulfilling the creator's dream of becoming an 'otherworldly (Duling) mage'.

The completion and usage of the [Mechanical Magic Network] meticulously replicated the structure of the [Magic Network]. It has gradually become the second largest source of 'man-made pollution' in the Spirit World, second only to the [Pale Law].

According to the recollections of the 'first generation of knowledge school members (mechanics mages)' who participated in the creation of the [Mechanical Magic Network], the 'first weaver of the network', after careful consideration, chose the [absolute physical universe] as the [anchor concept] to get rid of interference from other polluting systems.

What is the physical universe?

This refers to Yuan Zhu's home planet, Earth, an absolutely ideal universe devoid of any extraordinary phenomena. It's like the unattainable assumptions in physics problems, such as 'zero friction coefficient' or 'absolute vacuum'.

With the existence of a "physical universe," classical mechanics naturally serves as the cornerstone (code) of its worldview. After stripping away all sources of contamination, the "magical web of classical mechanics" was born. At this point, classical mechanics ceased to be classical and became a new 'man-made source of contamination'.

Unlike any other corrupting demon god in history, the first thing the Weaver did after creating the [Mechanical Magic Network] was to follow the example of the [Pale Law] and choose to be completely open source!
Unlike the stringent entry requirements, which dictate that all the power gained from cultivating the [Laws], along with all assets including one's own soul, must be returned to the [Pale Laws].

The open-source nature, licensing, and usage conditions of 【Mechanics Magic Network】are zero! Without any cost, 【Mechanics Magic Network】is open to all those who aspire to become modern-day magicians, scholars who crave knowledge and research, and remnants of the old era who still cling to physics despite the impact of extraordinary worldviews.

This generous act of "open source teaching" allowed the "Knowledge School" to expand wildly over the next century. Leveraging its status as a "source of acquired pollution," it grew to a level comparable to other top-tier "sources of pollution."

Meng Xiyue tossed aside the chicken feet that had been sucked down to bones and continued her rough indoctrination: "Do you understand the behavior of [Open Source]? It means unconditionally opening up the knowledge of [Mechanics Magic Network, Knowledge School] to the outside world. Not only are pure 'Mechanics Mages' welcome to join, but it also cannot prevent other superhumans who pollute the system from entering."

"The original intention of the [Mechanical Magic Network] included the idea of ​​'establishing a moral compass for heaven and earth, establishing a destiny for the people, continuing the lost learning of the sages, and creating peace for all generations.' It has two thresholds. The first one is very low and is open to all ordinary people. The [Skull Servo], as a casting medium, does not require any qualifications and can be used by ordinary people to release pre-stored power. The second threshold is for 'apprentices of the Knowledge School' whose mental power has been distorted by the [Mechanical Magic Network] and who possess the ability of [Servo Programming]."

"In short, neither threshold is high, nor are there any significant side effects or costs. The [Mechanical Magic Network] is also completely open to the outside world, so many [Pollution Systems] can easily infiltrate and get a glimpse of its secrets. Over time, some [Pollution Systems] have chosen to merge with the 'Knowledge School' and customize their private server structure with a certain [Pollution] as the core and the [Mechanical Magic Network] as the template."

"The most famous and most successful of these is the Rat King, the head of the Twelve Fates!"

As they talked, Meng Xiyue dropped a bombshell on the industry to Yuan Zhu, who knew absolutely nothing about it. In fact, the story of the Rat King's ascension to godhood wasn't a secret, but outsiders who didn't know the industry were completely unaware that the Rat King's source of corruption was, to some extent, a benignly mutated branch of the Mechanics Magic Network.

Sure enough, upon hearing the last sentence, Yuan Zhu wore a bewildered, almost childish expression: "Huh? [Rat King]? [Classical Mechanics Magic Network], the School of Knowledge? How are these connected? I don't quite understand."

Meng Xiyue: "Now that you know the origin of the [Mechanical Magic Net], let me tell you how the 'Basic Magic Net' works. First, it replicates the structure of the [Crystal Wall Magic Net]. Everyone who actively touches the [Magic Net] with their soul, whose mental power is eroded and who possesses the 'weaving ability' is called an [Apprentice]."

"When an apprentice's soul touches the [Magic Network], they can register their own '0-ring login account'. Simultaneously, they can bind a private [Skull Servo], editing the learned knowledge into a 'mechanical model' and storing it in spell slots. [Spell slots] depend on two things: the better the quality of the skull servo, the more spell slots it has, and the stronger the stored 'spell model'; furthermore, the deeper the personal spirit is integrated with the [Magic Network], and the higher the level (1-9 rings), the more spell slots are opened in one's own skull. Like me, my personal soul is only minimally corrupted, mainly relying on the [Skull Servo]."

Yuan Zhu nodded in understanding. He had personally witnessed Pinky Yue's fierce battle against Eggplant-Headed Monk in the Little West Red Realm, sending Granny Fish flying. This was all thanks to the pre-stored [Classical Mechanics Basic Model. Bull's Blunt Divine Palm. Style 1/2/3...] stored in the skull servo.

With a simple mental command, the skull will automatically activate a 'classical mechanics model' attack. It can smash enemies to pieces without any cost to the user, making it an essential tool for surprise attacks at home or on the go.

Incidentally, the creator of the "Newton's Palm" technique, Lord Niu Dun, was one of the three early Phantom Gods at the beginning of the "School of Knowledge." Together with Lagrange in the middle period and Milton in the later period, he jointly created the "Classical Mechanics Magic Network: Three Divine Skills Model."

These are respectively the "Basic Mechanics Model: Bull's Blunt Divine Palm Series", the "Advanced Mechanics Model: Lagrange Divine Fist Series", and the more advanced "Mihatton Divine Finger Series", collectively known as the Three Ultimate Skills of Fist, Palm, and Finger.

Once the three major series are mastered, one can cultivate the most classic advanced mystery of the [Knowledge School]: [Returning to the Origin of the Three Elements].

Of course, the greatest contribution of the three legendary gods was their relentless optimization, improvement, and upgrading of the initial [Classical Mechanics Magic Network]. This made its functions increasingly complex, transforming it into a massive, comprehensive platform. Through its [computing power], it continuously propelled scientific progress in numerous fields.

When optimizing the [Magic Network], they referenced extensively the records and descriptions of the [Internet] in ancient science fiction (novel) literature.

Ultimately, in a world destined to never develop an "Internet," the skull servo will be developed into a "personal terminal computer." Basic mechanics knowledge, formulas, and models will become a set of basic "programming code." Ordinary people holding the skull servo will simply operate it to activate the "mechanical spells" stored within, or use pre-stored software like playing on a mobile phone.

Those apprentices of the knowledge school who truly come into contact with the [Magic Network] can use their mental power to program in the skull server, writing their own 'knowledge' into small models in the 'language of classical mechanics', gaining the attention of the [Magic Network], and transforming them into 'mechanical spells'.

Has he truly become an "extraordinary programmer/laborer"?

...

When the traditional "classical mechanics magic net" reached its limit under the "physical cosmology," it hit a bottleneck. It can't be entirely based on "physics-based magic models," can it? That would make the "magic net" too monotonous and inadequate.

It's important to know that by the time the [Mechanical Magic Network] was fully formed, the planet Duling was already a vibrant hub of diverse ideas.

Various 'pollution sources and pollution systems', large and small, have emerged one after another, along with a constant stream of strange and unusual abilities. Those who have become famous all possess their own strong characteristics. Immortals are numerous and numerous, and they can no longer be dealt with by simple 'basic mechanics models and spells'.

Secondly, neither the original weavers of the web, nor the three Phantom Gods who continuously improved the [Magic Web], nor the genius scholars who constantly emerged from the [School of Knowledge] were inherently inclined to mediocrity.

Every true 'Knowledge School Strongman' possesses a greedy heart. They will never be satisfied with merely studying traditional mechanics and spells under the 'classical physical worldview' within the magic network platform; that would be far too monotonous and tedious.

We are all ambitious individuals with an indescribable thirst for knowledge. With various 'sources of pollution' erupting around us, exhibiting unimaginable effects, who can resist the urge to 'catch them, dissect them,' and dissect them?

Exploring the mysteries of immortals, demons, gods, and Buddhas, and acquiring them in a safer way (using the magic network spell model), and dissecting the secrets of gods and demons, is an exhilarating experience of surpassing them!
Furthermore, the original intention behind the construction of the [Mechanical Magic Network] was to replicate the grandeur of the [Magic Network] in the neighboring Crystal Wall Universe, where all sorts of strange spells could be used at will.

If all pollution systems can be analyzed, summarized, and utilized through the [Mechanical Magic Network], then even a casual apprentice from the [Knowledge School] can indirectly master the ability to manage numerous pollution systems.

This is what a new-style Duling Dharma Master should be like!
Finally, other [Pollution Systems] also have insightful individuals who recognized the immense potential of the [Mechanical Magic Network] early on. Especially regarding its open-source aspect, if they could successfully combine their own [Pollution Energy] with the [Magic Network], they could indirectly lower the 'threshold for dissemination,' allowing for the large-scale popularization and spread of their own 'extraordinary system.'

For various reasons, the early "classical mechanics magic net" merged with other "sources of contamination".

It was precisely during this period that, through the efforts of the Three Phantom Gods and the geniuses of the Knowledge School throughout the ages, the Magic Network System developed a sufficiently robust Mechanics Programming Language.

Meng Xiyue proudly stated, "Our school of knowledge calls this most basic set of 'classical mechanics language instructions' 'inert knowledge,' which perfectly embodies the characteristics of the 'Mechanical Magic Network'—solid, stable, anti-pollution, and unshakeable. Based on this, we have developed a set of technical operations that use 'inert knowledge' to structure the 'pollution system.'"

The existence of "inert knowledge (classical mechanics language)" allows the "Mechanics Magic Network" to be unaffected by the reverse contamination of contaminating forces while studying and deconstructing the "root causes of contamination".

Upon hearing this, Yuan Zhu couldn't help but think of his own [Great Wilderness Immortal Scripture: Data-Driven Shadow].

His current use of the [Changgui Divine Power] is to isolate and refine various unfamiliar sources of pollution, extract 'extraordinary characteristics', and use [Shadow] to contaminate and color them, turning them into a 'Shadow Contaminated Form' that is controlled by the [Great Wilderness Immortal Scripture] and can be analyzed and read.

Similarly, the [Mechanics Magic Network] uses [Inert Knowledge] to access and analyze various forms of contamination, which eventually combine to become 'contaminated inert knowledge'. This knowledge is then incorporated into the [Mechanics Magic Network], and the basic 'mechanical model' is used to 'reshape' the 'contaminated version of the inert knowledge model', thus developing [contamination spells] beyond 'classical mechanics'.

The underlying logic of these contamination spells remains the [Classical Mechanics Model: Inert Knowledge Contamination Variant]. It binds the originally dangerous, distorted, constantly changing, and contamination-influenced knowledge/powers to the [Mechanics Magic Net], transforming them into stable 'contaminated version: inert knowledge'.

From then on, the [Knowledge School] broke free from its shackles and witnessed a new world. They could use the [Mechanical Magic Network] to analyze and study various 'polluted systems', forcibly using 'inert knowledge' for analysis and simulation, greatly enriching the [Magic Network's] spell library, including 'Mechanical Immortal Arts, Mechanical Buddhist Arts, Mechanical Sword Arts (Sword Cultivation), Mechanical Holy Light...'.

As a result, today, the 'spell model list' of every apprentice of the 'Knowledge School' contains very few pure 'classical mechanics model spells'.

Besides the three essential Egyptian God spells, apprentices in the new era prefer spells that possess characteristics of other pollution systems. After all, purely physical models are simply too monotonous and boring.

Meng Xiyue: "We had no choice but to pre-store [Newton's Palm] in the skull server. First, [Newton's Palm] is a classic and has the highest cost-effectiveness, using the least amount of memory to generate the strongest attack. Second, this thing is also a required subject, involving [classical basic mechanics programming language], which is the foundation of magic network programming."

Yuan Zhu nodded: "I understand, this is a forced installation program that comes with the computer at startup."

Meng Xiyue gave a thumbs up: "That's a great point! You really are a bookworm, aren't you? You like reading ancient, hard fantasy novels, right?!"

As an Earthling, Yuan Zhu really didn't know how to complain. Nowadays, all the realistic documents about his home planet Earth (electronic technology civilization) belong to the 'old-fashioned hard-core traditional fantasy' genre.

Throughout history, many time travelers have journeyed from modern society to the present day. Their writings, describing things like missiles, the internet, satellites, and cell phones, are often dismissed as absurd fantasies. They are far less popular than the classic works copied by these ancient time travelers (realist accounts).

Especially after entering the extraordinary era, the emergence of various pollution systems has brought to life the 'existence' originally described in classic stories and myths. On the contrary, the descriptions of modern Earth technology in classic hard fantasy novels have always failed to materialize.

Because in the extraordinary world, there is simply no fertile ground for technology.

The electrical revolution and electronic technology suffered a devastating blow from the fragmentation and disintegration of dozens of schools of thought related to lightning magic. As a result, classic novel themes, such as the unreplicable "Internet," became even more popular. This magical world is a genuine, pure fantasy—a true xuanhuan (fantasy/magic) genre!

Imagine someone who carries a 'mouse' in their pocket every day, using it as a [biological USB drive, camera, projector, and walkie-talkie]. You describe to them a battery-powered mobile phone with the same functions.

He'll just think you're crazy, that you've read too many fantasy novels and your brain has gone haywire!
...

Yuan Zhu: "I think I understand now. The [Insect Repair Version. Skull Servo] is a deconstruction of the [Qi Refining System] using the traditional [Mechanical Magic Network] framework?"

Meng Xiyue: "With your level of understanding, this is enough. However, there are more complex rules behind this, which are difficult to explain to a layman like you in a short time."

Yuan Zhu: "You sound so arrogant."

"Heh heh, let me tell you another story about the Rat King, so you can understand our cooperation model."

"Oh? I'm also very curious about the connection between the [Rat King] and the [Mechanical Magic Network]."

(End of this chapter)