Heroes of Might and Magic: Grand Consul

Chapter 406 Void Potion
In the northern part of the Arcane Empire, in a snow-covered plain surrounded by mountains, there is a sinkhole in the center, its depths unfathomable.

A large number of tower legions were stationed around the area, forming an impenetrable blockade, so tight that not even a sparrow could fly in.

However, this area is guarded by two Tower armies belonging to different factions: one is the Void God Cult, and the other is the Wisdom God Cult.

After a brief fluctuation in spacetime, Beatrice stepped into the enormous opening and, after a short while, was transported to a void.

Using a specific magical aura, she ascended the void steps to a grand hall to meet her mentor, the Archbishop of the Throne of Wisdom, and the leader of the Sage Magic Guild, Escher.

"Teacher, how is the exploration of the Void Temple progressing?"

The mage's robes on the throne fluttered without wind, outlining a human figure, and he began to speak.

"The situation is not optimistic. The Void God Cult possesses a large number of Void Secret Techniques, and they have the most acute Void Sensing. After acquiring several Cloud Palaces, they want to wipe us out completely, leaving us nothing."

Although we sent in a large number of mages, the efficiency was very low, and we were unable to maintain an exploration for as long as they could.

If this continues, I'm afraid we won't even be able to capture a single cloud palace.

Aischel's true form is still deep within the Void Ruins. This is a message being sent using a special magical puppet. Even this leader cannot return to rest, which shows how dire the situation is at the front.

The Void Cult suffered a major defeat at Silvercap City and knew that the Cult of Wisdom would take advantage of the situation. So they simply focused all their efforts on exploring the Void Ruins, leaving them no chance. As long as they could master the level 7 units, they would have the power to decide the future, since the truth was within the range of Titan's Arrow.

Beatrice looked worried after hearing this, and her previously hesitant expression became firm.

"Teacher, if we could provide a large quantity of Void Potions, would that increase our chances of winning?"

The magic robe on the seat froze for a moment before asking, "The core technology of the Void Potion has always been in the hands of the Void Cult. Although we have the formula, the success rate of its development is very low, and it requires a lot of resources and gold coins, which is not worth it."

I brought all the stockpiled medicine this time, but it's still a drop in the ocean. Have you perhaps made some new discoveries in this area?

Beatrice took out two vials of potion from her sleeve. One was bright red and full of powerful life energy; the other was a condensed substance that had transformed into an eagle eye, seemingly able to see through scenes to the farthest distance.

[Blood Potion (Level 3 Magic Potion): When consumed by a hero, it temporarily grants the commanded troops a 10-point Blood Shield, lasting for one battle or one day.]

[Eagle Eye Potion (Tier 3 Potion): When consumed by a hero, it grants their commanded ranged units an additional 20% attack range for one battle or one day.]

Both of these are level 3 potions, and they fall into the area of ​​expertise of the Throne of Wisdom. The production volume is considerable, the research is in-depth, and the efficiency is very high.

"I came across a mysterious apothecary who can provide special potion-making services, but we need to provide the corresponding prescriptions."

These two bottles of medicine, for example, cost him 70% of what we need to produce them. More importantly, he can mass-produce them!

Hearing his prized disciple's words, Aischel was also stunned. There was actually a potion master on the continent who was even stronger than the Arcane Empire.
However, considering the existence of wandering, rule-based entities, it's quite possible. But if it's this kind of apothecary, why bother having them provide prescriptions? What kind of potion haven't they seen?

Escher had a gut feeling that Beatrice was hiding something, but since she didn't say anything, he didn't want to ask any further. After all, he knew this disciple well and knew she must want to help the Church of Wisdom and solve his problems.

Just as he was still hesitating, his magic robe suddenly loosened and fell from the air. In the instant his long sleeves caught the handle, an old man with a white beard appeared on the seat.

The alchemical golem on the mage's robe let out a piercing scream before exploding. Beatrice rushed forward, supporting her mentor while casting healing spells to restore him.

Aischel coughed for a long time before gradually recovering.

"Failed again. The Void God Cult has once again occupied a Cloud Palace. They have recalled at least three ordinary Cloud Palaces, two advanced Cloud Palaces, and even excavated the ruins of the Void Cloud Palace."

The mages at the front have already seen new Titans joining the legion, continuing their advance into the depths of the void!

This is absolutely terrible news. The Cult of the Void is making rapid progress and has already transformed the Titans into combat vanguards. What unit is more suitable for exploring Void Ruins than the Titans? Probably none.

The Church of Wisdom is falling behind at every turn, and it looks like it's about to be left behind.

If they fail to gain control of the Cloud Palace, their situation will likely be dire, and they may very well become a vassal of the Void God Cult.

Looking at the history of the Arcane Empire, the rise of the Cult of Wisdom is also closely related to the disappearance of the Titans. It was precisely because the Cult of the Void lost its powerful units that it had no choice but to accept them and form a new alliance to fight against external enemies. Once the Titans return, they will be unable to access Tier 7 units and conduct alchemical research, and they will likely soon lose their foothold.

Escher looked at Beatrice, his tone becoming resolute: "Give him the potion formula and have him quickly provide a large quantity of Void Potions. We are willing to pay any price."

"After I've recovered for a while, the next battle will be a life-or-death struggle. We must reclaim ownership of the Cloud Palace!"

With her mentor's approval, Beatrice had no more worries and directly handed over the potion formula to Cedrus through secret channels, instructing him that time was of the essence and that he must manufacture it quickly.

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[Potion Tower (Level 3, Auxiliary Building of the Magic Guild): Allows potion-making classes to be conducted here, increasing potion research progress. Currently, research progress is 3000/100000. Allows the creation of Level 3 potions.]

Recently, Silvertop City has been operating at full capacity, with all the Arcane Prayers devoting themselves to potion research, rapidly increasing their potion research progress in order to fulfill Beatrice's orders.

Forrest and Su Mu have arrived in Silvertop City. The architect has expanded the tower again, and with the improved potion research, they are now able to mass-produce level 3 potions.

It has to be said that the Mage Tower's advanced civil engineering effect, which increases the speed of all research projects by 100%, is still too overpowered. The Arcane Prayer is already a superior alternative to the Mage, with research capabilities several times greater. With this additional effect, it's practically like everyone is a Sage.

Sederos emerged from the potion tower, holding a bottle of peculiar, transparent potion, and laughed heartily.

Void Potion (Tier 3 Potion): When consumed by a hero, it grants units a single teleport (this effect can continue even after casting a spell); increases unit resistance in the void and reduces damage from lightning/spatial magic by 20%. Lasts for one battle or one day.

Cost: 4000 gold, 1 Primogem

Tier 3 potions are already quite expensive, and the success rate of their creation is appalling. Without the special methods of the Void Cult, the success rate is only around 10%. Moreover, the basic cost of developing other towers is even higher, meaning that a single bottle of Void Potion costs around 50,000 gold coins, which is simply astronomical.

The Void Potion from the Potions Tower has a 70% success rate, which is quite high.

Sedros smiled and shook the potion: "Now we've opened up a new business, and most importantly, we can strike at the enemy."

The enemy of my enemy is my friend, and besides, Silvertop City and the Throne of Wisdom already have a harmonious relationship.

Destroying the birth of the Void Titan would be a good plan!
(End of this chapter)