Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 284 Golden Legend!

As the bells rang, a dazzling beam of light shone down from the central tower, forming a huge seven-colored halo in the center of the square.

This marks the official start of the triennial Rainbow Ring competition.

"Distinguished guests, welcome to the 1127th Lance Festival 'Rainbow Ring' competition!"

A middle-aged man in a formal robe appeared out of thin air in the center of the rainbow halo.

His voice was amplified through a special sound-amplifying spell, spreading throughout the entire square:
"I am the host of this competition, Associate Professor of Bloodline Studies at the Crystal Spire, Morris Wendell."

Today, we will witness together the ancient art of bloodline modulation, showcasing its boundless charm in the hands of these exceptional modifiers!

Guided by the referee, a giant light screen unfolded in the sky above the square.

The light screen simultaneously projects the workstation images of each contestant, allowing all spectators to clearly see every detail of the competition.

"The rules for this competition are very simple," Morris continued to explain:
"Each participant needs to use the provided standard materials to complete the bloodline modulation of the crystal lizard."

The results will be judged by the reactions of the autophagic slime, ranging from gray representing failure to pure gold signifying perfection, and finally to the legendary rainbow color that transcends limits, divided into five levels.

As he finished speaking, staff members presented each contestant with a specially made container containing an autophagic slime and a crystal lizard.

This grayish-brown autophagic slime looks like just a lump of ordinary slime.

However, it has an unimaginable sensitivity to changes in bloodline energy, and can accurately display the purity and intensity of the modulated bloodline energy.

The crystal lizard is a small, translucent reptile whose entire body appears to be carved from crystal, with intricate energy circuits faintly visible inside.

It possesses the ability to warn of danger even in its standard state, making it an ideal partner for wizards exploring unknown territories.

"Contestants will have two hours to complete the mixing."

Morris reminded him:

"When the time is up, all work at hand, whether completed or not, must stop immediately. Now, the competition officially begins!"

With a crisp ringing of a bell, the contestants immediately focused on the work in front of them.

Ron calmly examined the materials on the workbench.

In addition to a dozen or so spare autophagic slimes and crystal lizards, there are dozens of standard preparation materials.

From common moonflower extract to rare dragon's blood dilution, everything is available, clearly indicating that the organizers will not skimp on the materials.

His gaze swept over the other participants, most of whom had already eagerly begun operating the equipment.

Under this rule that only the top three receive awards, the radical approach becomes the choice for most people.

"It seems that most of them have chosen the high-risk, high-reward route."

Ron thought to himself:

"They hope to achieve high scores in one fell swoop through radical mutation modulation, but excessive mutation often leads to instability and ultimately backfires."

After a brief observation, Ron determined his strategic course.

Neither too conservative nor as radical as adventurers, but finding the best balance between the two.

His first task was to test the effects of various material combinations by dividing the autophagic slimes into multiple groups.

Then, based on the test results, the final modulation scheme applied to the crystal lizard was determined.

Ron gently brushed his hands across the workbench, as if sensing the energy fluctuations emanating from the materials.

This small gesture attracted the attention of many viewers.

Unlike the eagerness of other contestants, his composure was particularly striking.

"What is this guy doing? The match has already started, why hasn't he made a move yet?"

In the audience, a lizardman merchant asked in bewilderment.

"Don't rush, this is the rhythm that belongs only to the wizards."

The human merchant next to him smiled and explained:

“True masters often observe before they act. Judging from his expression, I guess he had already conceived the entire modulation path in his mind.”

In the VIP section, Eve was also intently observing Ron's every move.

Her amethyst-like eyes sparkled with anticipation.

"Ralph is really good at keeping his composure."

Elliott commented softly, his turquoise eyes narrowing slightly:
"Everyone else has already started working, but he is still observing the materials. This calm attitude is truly unmatched by ordinary people."

Valen remained silent, but his eyes revealed approval.

As an experienced individual, he knows how important early planning and material awareness are in such meticulous activities.

“It’s just a waste of time,” Neumann disagreed.
"The countdown has already begun, and such excessive caution will only backfire."

Just then, Ron finally began to act.

His movements started slowly and deliberately, but soon became fluid and graceful.

A series of seemingly simple yet precise operations unfolded seamlessly, like a meticulously choreographed dance.

First, he divided the autophagic slimes into nine groups and began preparing different experimental combinations.

The first group consisted of a basic combination of moonflower extract and diluted dragon's blood, serving as a control group.

The second group included stardust powder to enhance sensory abilities;

The third set incorporates a drop of lightning essence, with the aim of activating the crystal lizard's latent alert instincts...

Each formula is precisely calculated, and the amount of each ingredient used is controlled just right.

It will not cause overactivation, but will still achieve the desired effect.

This meticulous approach to operation is so sophisticated that even a layman can appreciate its extraordinary nature.

“Look, he divided the slime into so many groups for control, instead of experimenting directly like others do.”

A somewhat knowledgeable viewer pointed to the screen and explained:
"This allows for testing multiple formulas simultaneously, saving time and obtaining more comprehensive data, which is a very smart approach."

Meanwhile, the other participants used different methods.

Muller adopted a more aggressive strategy.

He boldly combined materials with conflicting energy properties, attempting to create a unique resonance effect through high-energy collisions.

Although the risks are high, if successful, the results will be extremely significant.

Ahmed took radicalism to the extreme.

He incorporated almost all materials into his experiments in an attempt to create a complete system of element cycles.

This approach may theoretically lead to groundbreaking results, but it is also the most prone to getting out of control.

Jenny, who also came from the "Tower of Resonance," chose the most conservative route.

She handled each step with great care, constantly using stabilizers to ensure the stability of her bloodline energy.

While this method is safe and reliable, it also limits the possible altitude that can be reached.

An hour into the match, the first unexpected event occurred.

After a contestant from the "Emerald Tower" had done a rough trial on the slime, he injected the enhanced bloodline energy into the crystal lizard, which suddenly triggered a violent reaction.

The lizard's body rapidly expanded, then burst forth with a blinding green light, finally turning into dust with a soft crackling sound.

"Oh! It seems Mr. Leslie's concoction has failed!"

Referee Maurice's voice carried just the right amount of humor:
"This is the charm of bloodline modulation; a single step can make all the difference."

The audience burst into good-natured laughter.

Such "accidents" are one of the shows they look forward to seeing every year. ...Watching those usually aloof wizards become helpless is a small pleasure for ordinary people.

One failure after another began to appear.

Some of the crystal lizards became extremely violent, ramming wildly inside the container;
Some of them suddenly turn into a liquid and cannot be restored to their original state;

One of them even grew six extra tails, which coiled together to form a bizarre structure.

Each defeat was accompanied by gasps or laughter from the audience, making the atmosphere of the competition even more intense.

Amidst the chaos, Ron maintained an astonishing calmness and focus.

His seventh experiment showed exceptionally good results.

When the mixture in a specific ratio comes into contact with the autophagic slime, the slime immediately turns a rare pure silver color with a faint golden sheen flowing across its surface.

"Got it," Ron murmured to himself, satisfied with his achievement.

He then began preparing the final modulation scheme.

This plan incorporates the best aspects of previous experiments.

It retains the original characteristics of the crystal lizard while cleverly enhancing its perception and stress response.

Meanwhile, the mentors in the VIP seats were also closely monitoring every detail.

"Did you see that?" William pointed to Ron's actions:
"He just used a rare energy closed loop to perfectly fuse two energies that should be mutually exclusive. This technique requires at least a senior modulator to master."

Elliott nodded in agreement:
"Moreover, he uses materials with extreme precision, every drop is just right, neither wasted nor lacking. This ability to control precisely is rare even among senior blenders."

Valen's eyes already showed clear admiration:
"More importantly, he controlled the pace of the entire process."

Every step is perfectly coordinated, and the energy fluctuations are always kept at an optimal level. This is the true art of modulation.

Even Neumann could only furrow his brow and remain silent.

At this moment, he had to admit to himself, "This kid seems to have the whole process under his control..."

In the square, the situations of the other participants were also quite different.

Muller's experiment has reached a critical stage, and his autophagy slime has turned a rare pure silver color.

Although it hasn't quite reached the gold standard, it's very close.

Although Jenny's plan was conservative, it was executed almost perfectly.

Her slime has a stable pale silver color, and although there are no more advanced variations, it has already ensured a solid result.

Ahmed appears to be in trouble.

His slime's color kept changing, from blue to purple and then to red, indicating that the energy system was extremely unstable.

His expression grew increasingly tense, and his movements became more and more hurried.

"It seems that Mr. Ahmed's concept of element circulation is too complicated."

Referee Morris commented:

“In bloodline modulation, simplicity is often more effective than complexity. Excessive ambition can lead to disastrous consequences.”

Sure enough, less than ten minutes later, Ahmed's experiment encountered serious problems.

When he stubbornly tried to inject the modifier into the crystal lizard.

The lizard's body suddenly trembled violently, and glaring red lines appeared on its skin.

“No, no, no!” Ahmed cried out in panic, trying to salvage the situation with a stabilizer.

But it was too late.

The crystal lizard's body began to twist and deform, and then it exploded with a loud bang!
The intense energy fluctuations overturned the entire workbench.

Ahmed himself was also thrown by the shockwave and landed awkwardly on the ground, his whole body covered in colorful slime.

The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause and cheers, as if this amazing "performance" was exactly what they had been waiting for.

"That's why the 'Rainbow Ring' competition is so popular."

One audience member smiled and said to his friend next to him:
"Look at those usually high and mighty wizards, they're nothing special now. Everyone loves to see authority figures make fools of themselves, don't they?"

Referee Morris had to stop the game, go over to check the situation, and restore order to the match.

Fortunately, Ahmed, as a veteran Morning Star wizard, has an automatic protective barrier, though he is somewhat embarrassed.

"There are only thirty minutes left, contestants, please hurry!" Morris reminded them.

Ron has now entered the final stage.

His formula has been successfully tested on autophagic slimes.

The slime has a stunning pale gold color, which is the highest praise besides the legendary rainbow color.

Now, he needs to apply this perfect formula to the crystal lizard, a step that requires extremely precise control and patience.

Ron took a deep breath and gently lifted the crystal lizard with both hands.

The little creature was unusually quiet in his hand, as if it could sense his calm demeanor, showing no panic or resistance whatsoever compared to the other contestants.

"Look at that lizard, trust him completely!"

Some people in the audience found it strange:
"This creature is usually extremely wary of strangers. To make it so relaxed, this wizard..."

Ron slowly channeled the prepared bloodline energy into the lizard's body.

This process is exceptionally slow and delicate, requiring every bit of energy to be precisely guided to the correct location within the lizard's body to form a complete blood circulation.

The crystal lizard's body began to undergo subtle changes.

Its skin became more translucent, and its internal energy circuits became more clearly visible.

Most amazingly, its eyes changed from their original light blue to a deep purple-gold, radiating a light of wisdom.

This change was so harmonious and natural, completely lacking the stiff, artificial enhancements seen in other contestants.

The crystal lizard seems to radiate new vitality from the inside out, while maintaining its original elegance and harmony.

"So beautiful!" Eve couldn't help but exclaim softly, "My mentor's work is simply as perfect as a work of art!"

The mentors in the VIP seats also showed expressions of surprise.

"This sense of balance is almost perfect."

William also felt that the opponent's performance exceeded his expectations:

"He not only enhanced the lizard's characteristics, but also preserved its essence, making the enhancement look so natural, as if this is how it should be."

Elliott nodded in agreement:
"This level of bloodline modulation has transcended the technical level and reached the realm of art."

Valen, however, managed a rare slight smile:
“Interesting, very interesting. It looks like the Crystal Spire is about to welcome another 'Cassandra'.”

Just as the match was about to end, Müller seemed to decide to take one more risk.

Having witnessed Ron's outstanding performance, he clearly felt immense pressure and decided to take a more radical approach.

"Mr. Muller seems to be preparing for a final gamble."

Referee Morris observed closely, finding it intriguing:

"He is trying to combine the essence of lightning and the essence of heat, two energies that are usually difficult to coexist."

If successful, the effect will be very significant; if it fails…

Sweat beaded on Müller's forehead, his hands trembled slightly, but his eyes gleamed with determination.

(End of this chapter)