Wizard: This witcher is neglecting his duties.

Chapter 303 Azerite Ore and Magic Ship

After listening to the magic knight's long self-narration, Wayne couldn't help but gasp in astonishment.

Looking at their so-called magical alliance and the long list of star systems and planets, it's no surprise that this is a product of some unheard-of fantasy world that has already begun conquering the stars and the sea—it's incredibly high-end.

Even in fantasy worlds, the differences in civilization between different worlds are vast.

In some worlds, magic has become widespread, and most members are already able to use it. Some even consider it a necessity in life and the most important core technology in the world, with everyone researching and developing it together.

In some worlds, magic is considered an anomaly and is highly rejected. Spellcasters are even regarded as demons and are resisted and harmed by the lower classes.

In some worlds, magicians are capable of destroying the heavens and earth, moving mountains and seas, and are comparable to gods. In other worlds, magicians are merely like magicians, and can be easily killed by ordinary civilians.

However, time was limited, and Wayne didn't have time to think about it too much. He calmly said to the magic knight Herald:

"You step back, Herald, and await my orders outside the altar."

Upon hearing this, the Steel Knight quickly stood up, respectfully performed a perfect knightly salute to Wayne, then picked up the massive knight's lance from the ground and responded:

"Yes, Master."

"Herald, awaiting your command."

Click! Click! Click!

It's unclear how much metal this magic knight is made of, but judging from the heavy footsteps of his iron boots, he must be incredibly heavy.

After the colossal creature strode away from the altar with heavy, steely steps, Wayne took a deep breath and refocused his attention on the two remaining epic treasure chests.

Without hesitation, I opened the treasure chest.

Ding! Treasure chest opened, epic item.

Acquired: 23622 Ducates, 3 tons of Azerite ore.

As the system voice faded, appearing on the altar alongside a huge money bag was a massive ore that resembled a seven-colored crystal, somewhat translucent on the outside, yet flowing with a magical power visible to the naked eye inside.

The moment Wayne saw the ore appear, his gaze was involuntarily drawn to the aura emanating from it.

He didn't even glance at the large bag on the ground containing tens of thousands of gold coins. Instead, he slowly approached the ore and placed his hand on it.

As soon as his palm touched the Azerite ore, a unique and powerful life force entered his body through the ore.

Warmth and joy, like the comfort of a baby returning to its mother's womb, Wayne felt many happy memories from his past life flooding his mind. It seemed as if every cell in his body was cheering and jumping for joy, a feeling of being filled with the power of life. Even the suppressed hellish magic of Baal within him became much more subdued.

This feeling is very wonderful. If I had to describe it, it would be like a lower life form coming into contact with the life essence of a higher life form, and the feeling of the soul and body being sublimated.

However, this is just an illusion.

Wayne knew very well what Azerite was; it was a crystallization formed from the blood of the Titan soul within the planet Azeroth, a product of destiny.

Although it possesses various magical abilities, such as creating super potions, crafting advanced equipment, having extremely high energy attributes, and even allowing the undead to regain various senses from their previous lives.

However, it does not actually allow lower life forms to transcend levels and evolve to higher levels.

All the wonderful illusions it evokes are just that—illusions, at least when there aren't enough Azerite.

Even so, Wayne was still quite happy. Although Azerite could not give him a huge boost in strength, its high energy grade alone, which could suppress the hellish magic and reduce the burden on his body, made it the best treasure.

It is much more practical than many powerful artifacts that look good but are useless and have many limitations.

With that thought in mind, Wayne reached out and lifted the massive three-ton Azerite ore into his arms, then carried it outside the altar.

Although he was quite satisfied with the prize, there was still an epic treasure chest to open, and with his luck, there might be even more surprises.

Ding! Treasure chest opened, epic item.

Obtained: 26666 Ducats, Large Magic Ship - Dragon Boat.

As the system voice faded, Lord Wayne, who had been expecting a new epic item, suddenly changed his expression before he could react.

With a loud bang in the sky, a huge ship, over sixty meters long, with an ancient yet strange design and a majestic dragon head sculpture carved on its prow, full of oriental charm, suddenly appeared on top of Kaer Morhen Castle.

Hovering dozens of meters in the air, its massive and majestic hull, along with its ornate and ancient design, immediately attracted the attention of the giant tribe working outside the castle, as well as many members of the Witcher Order.

Upon seeing the magical ship appear out of thin air, some people looked grave, thinking that enemies had arrived, and immediately grabbed their weapons and rushed to the top floor of the castle.

Some of the Witcher apprentices' children looked on in astonishment. They didn't know what was happening and just watched with great curiosity the strange ship that had suddenly appeared in the sky.

The giants who were working were rather dull-witted; they just stared blankly at the magic ship above them, not even understanding what it was.

Damn it, this is hard to explain.

Wayne cursed inwardly. Before the members of the Witcher Order could catch up, he looked around. When he saw the three-meter-tall, incredibly cool-looking magic knight Herald, an idea immediately came to mind.

Anyway, the core members of the Witcher Order are now aware of Wayne's abilities, knowing that he can travel between worlds, has been to many worlds, and has done many great things in other worlds.

Now that such an extraordinary magic ship has appeared, and a powerful magic knight like Herald has emerged, isn't this a perfect excuse?

He instantly began to organize his thoughts, then gave Herald a series of orders to impersonate the captain of the magic ship. The plan was to use this mysterious magical puppet knight as an excuse to cover up the origins of the magic ship once Vesemir and the others arrived.

At the same time, Wayne began to pay attention to the system's explanation of the origin of this magic ship. Such a large and cool magic ship that could float in mid-air and had such a complex and complex structure was definitely not something simple.

Magic Ship ~ Dragon Boat: Manufactured in the mysterious Eastern Empire of the Toril world, the Dragon Empire, it is the most representative magic ship used by the Dragon Empire for exploring space and conducting long-distance space travel.

Measuring 63 meters in length, 10 meters in width, and 28 meters in height, and weighing 35 tons, the ship is entirely constructed from precious magical materials. Powered by magic, it possesses considerable magical resistance, enabling it to fly and withstand the conditions of space. It represents one of the most advanced magical technologies of the Flying Dragon Empire.

(End of this chapter)