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Chapter 141 The Concept of Establishing a Merit System

After Lin Yi and Zhao Bin finalized their purchase intention for the [Illusionary Realm Type I Virtual Helmet], they did not immediately end their conversation.

He remembered something and said, "Minister Zhao, you just mentioned equipment and new technologies. I had an idea before, but because the national network was interrupted and the basic conditions were not met, it had to be shelved. Now that the basic network in various settlements has been initially restored, I would like to ask you for your advice to see if it is possible to realize."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Bin became even more interested and quickly waved his hand, saying, "Principal Lin, you're too kind. It's not like I'm asking for your advice. Please go ahead and tell me. Our Equipment Department will definitely provide full cooperation and support."

Lin Yi organized his thoughts and said, "Here's the thing, I was thinking, could we rely on the network that is being restored to establish a 'contribution points platform' that covers the whole country and could even be expanded to the entire 'Blue Star Community' in the future, or more simply call it a 'merit system'?"

"Merit System?"

Dong Wang from the research institute overheard this and then came over, saying, "This sounds interesting."

"Yes, the merit system."

Lin Yi nodded and explained, "The core purpose of this system is to quantify, as far as possible, the contributions of individuals or groups in fighting the Abyss Beasts, participating in reconstruction, technological innovation, and talent cultivation. Especially in the military system, we can first pilot this system to digitize and standardize the traditional concept of 'military merit'."

"Well, let me give you an example."

Lin Yi thought for a moment, “A soldier can get different points for killing abyssal beasts of different levels; successfully defending a stronghold and participating in a successful ‘Cage’ operation will earn points based on the contribution; submitting high-value Spirit Crystals will also earn corresponding points; a researcher can also earn corresponding points for overcoming a technical problem; even an instructor can earn teaching contribution points for training outstanding students.”

"And these accumulated points," Lin Yi's gaze swept over Zhao Bin and Dong Wang, who were listening attentively, "can be consumed and exchanged for various resources on a unified platform. For example: standard equipment, source energy crystals, text or video materials of various source energy cultivation techniques, as well as some rare equipment, such as the right to use the [Illusion Realm Type I Virtual Helmet], and even 'Spirit Radiance Crystals' for certain precious techniques!"

“If someone has enough points,” Lin Yi said with a smile, “it’s negotiable if they want me to provide one-on-one guidance.”

This concept is quite ambitious, involving multiple aspects such as contribution assessment, resource allocation, and incentive mechanisms.

Zhao Bin nodded repeatedly as he listened. As the Minister of Equipment and Logistics Support, he knew the importance of standardized and transparent resource allocation for improving overall efficiency. However, the system sounded very complicated, especially the formulation of quantitative standards for contribution and the stable operation of the platform.

"Principal Lin, your idea is excellent. Once implemented, it will greatly boost enthusiasm and fighting spirit."

Zhao Bin first affirmed, then changed the subject, a hint of difficulty appearing on his face, "However, to realize such a large, sophisticated, and fair system, especially with nationwide and even wider network operation, the requirements for backend data processing capabilities, security, and intelligent judgment are extremely high. With our current computing center capabilities, I'm afraid it will be difficult to support it."

Just then, Dong Wang, the research dean who had been listening in, adjusted his glasses, his eyes gleaming with excitement, and interjected, "President Lin, Minister Zhao, this platform you're talking about would have been a pipe dream a few months ago. But now... it might actually be a possibility."

"Oh?"

Lin Yi and Zhao Bin both looked at him.

Dong Wang explained, "Principal Lin may not know, but Minister Zhao you should. Among the batch of research-oriented crystals you allocated to us before, there was a green one containing a special piece of equipment, [Yuanhui Type I Intelligent Life]."

"Intelligent life?" Lin Yi asked, somewhat surprised. "Yes!"

Dong Wang assumed that Lin Yi's surprise stemmed from not having heard of this thing.

He explained, "This intelligent life form is not a simple AI. According to our preliminary research, it is more like an intelligent life form that operates based on source energy rules and possesses extremely strong learning and computing capabilities! It can be perfectly compatible with our computers, but its logical processing power and data throughput far exceed any of our existing supercomputers."

"Minister Zhao, this thing is in our research institute. It's currently used to assist in the derivation of complex formulas and the simulation of large-scale projects, and the results are amazing."

Zhao Bin suddenly realized and slapped his thigh: "You mean that crystal? It's so powerful? Now that you mention it, with it as a support, those massive data processing tasks that were originally difficult to achieve, and complex intelligent contribution determination, are indeed not impossible."

As a technical expert, Dong Wang immediately thought of a specific direction: "Principal Lin, I feel that we can design it like this, with the 'Yuanhui' intelligent core as the platform's central processor and 'fair referee'."

"It automatically calculates contribution points based on the basic rules we set, such as the baseline points for different levels of abyssal beasts and the coefficients for different mission difficulties, combined with data transmitted by users, such as combat recorders. This can minimize human intervention and ensure fairness."

Zhao Bin thought for a moment and added details from a logistical perspective: "In terms of network architecture, node servers can be set up in various settlements and military units, which are a bit like ATMs, maintaining encrypted data synchronization with the central 'Yuanhui' core."

"In this way, officers and soldiers can check their points, browse the list of redeemable items, and submit redemption applications through fixed network terminals or apps that will be developed in the future. After 'Yuanhui' approves the applications, our logistics department will distribute the supplies."

Soon, the two of them, talking back and forth, had already put together a fairly complete framework.

Lin Yi listened from the side and felt that there were basically no major problems. However, he still gave a hint, pointing out an important use that the two of them had overlooked due to their way of thinking.

"Minister Zhao, Dean Dong, I'm thinking, besides the exchange function, could this platform also open up functions like 'task posting' in the future?"

"For example, the military or government can outsource some simple but necessary problems, such as 'clearing out a horde of roaming abyssal beasts in a certain area,' 'escorting a research team to a certain location for exploration,' or 'repairing a certain communication line,' and publish them as tasks on the platform, clearly indicating the points reward."

"In this way, capable individuals or teams can take the initiative to take on the task, creating a virtuous cycle."

“That makes sense,” Dong Wang nodded repeatedly. “This can greatly mobilize the initiative of the people and the grassroots. Moreover, with the powerful capabilities of ‘Yuanhui,’ it can even intelligently verify and evaluate the completion of these tasks.”

Zhao Bin had thought further ahead than him. He was excited. "Once the 'Blue Star Community' framework matures, we can expand this platform and bring in other member states that have restored their networks. In this way, the points system we develop can become a unified standard in the future, or even... well... in short, it will be very useful."

Zhao Bin and Dong Wang exchanged a glance and didn't continue the conversation.

Lin Yi knew what Zhao Bin was thinking, but he was too lazy to expose him and said directly, "Then I'll have to trouble Minister Zhao and Dean Dong with this matter. If the platform can be designed, our Dongfeng Military Academy and Yuanwu Military Academy are willing to be among the first batch of pilot units to connect to the platform."

(End of this chapter)