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"Record and store... If this could be turned into alliance technology, all of the alliance's knights could fight as magical swordsmen. Even if they don't possess one-star mana, they could simply use the stored magic at the right time."These were the words spoken by Valeria in Maliet's succession temple.
Jin and Valeria had already realized the utility of the "storage paper" as soon as they discovered its existence.
"A division of magical knights...?"
While everyone asked in confusion, Jin pulled the storage paper from his pocket and explained.
"Wow, so the storage paper can be considered an improved version of activation-type magic circles, miniaturized through Record Magic? This is a field that even the academic society has been researching for centuries, and it turns out it had already been completed in the past. Are magicians like me slowly becoming obsolete?"
"The current limit of storage paper is practically eight-star magic. Even the highest-grade storage paper has a unit cost that's too high, making it inefficient."
{[That's correct. However, if you ignore the investment costs and production time, it would be possible to store even ten-star magic spells.]}
Even during the alliance's best financial situation, producing storage paper for ten-star spells was an extremely burdensome task.
Not to mention the current situation, where funds were scarce, it wasn’t even worth mentioning."In the current situation, we could probably make one or two ten-star papers at most. Though it would be difficult, producing that amount for special circumstances might be fine."
The important thing was that there were no problems in creating storage paper for seven-star spells or lower.
In fact, it simply wasn’t highlighted because the world was full of exceptional individuals, but by universal standards, seven-star level clearly belonged to the realm of experts.
War wasn’t fought only between transcendent powers.
The quality and scale of the forces were just as important as the number of superhumans.
Storage paper would instantly improve the quality of forces.
With candidates flocking to Runcandel non-stop, the scale was continuously growing.
If they had a bit more time, they could catch up to Zipple and Kinzelo’s military forces to a certain extent.
'Until all the elements we are preparing are safely completed, I must prevent them from making reckless moves.'
New demons were continuously joining Kinzelo’s side, and Zipple was creating living golem magical swordsmen.
To narrow and overcome that gap, all the elements Jin was preparing had to be completed safely.
"Anyway, when storage paper becomes widely available, it will be a significant advantage for knights more than magicians."
"Enya, why do you think only knights would use storage paper? If magicians used it too, they could at least become simultaneous casters. Simultaneous summoners could experience the effects of instant summoning," Valeria said.
The combat power of a magician capable of simultaneous casting often surpassed that of knights of the same level.
Therefore, not only knights but also magicians would benefit greatly from it.
"Oh, I see."
{[I'll provide a total of 3,000 sheets of storage paper. If you set up a production workshop, you can easily make more.]}
Naturally, Record Magic was required for the production of storage paper.
That meant Valeria, who was already busy, and Lueth, who was even busier, had one more task added to their plates, one by one.
"I’ll have the storage paper production workshop established in the Garden of Swords. Jet, take care of the maintenance of the Red Owl. I need to go to Runcandel immediately and report on the harvest."
"Yes, Sir!"
{[Hello, everyone!]}
"Please, go ahead, Zen."
{[I want to have a conversation with my descendant as Teben. He’s a terminal engineer, right? Even though I’m senile, I have many techniques to pass on.]}
Sael, who had been summoned, broke down in tears due to the emotions that somehow overflowed as soon as he heard his ancestor’s voice.
{[Teben’s descendant seemed very talented, but my descendant turned out to be a crybaby. Stop crying and let me turn you into a top-tier engineer.]}
"Ah, understood! Ancestor."
"Thank you, Sael Lutberh. The technologies I obtained through you seem insufficient no matter the reward I give you. Tell me what you desire."
"I’m satisfied as long as I can work as a researcher in the Vamel alliance... But if you insist to such an extent. I would appreciate 1,000 gold coins as research funds, honorary membership in the Vermont Academy’s seminars, and first-class accommodations whenever I use them."
It was quite a straightforward and concrete request, but very modest.
Moreover, Sael’s request only pertained to research-related matters.
"I’ll grant you a life without worries about research funds or other aids. If you need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to ask."
The first historical communication ended with the conversation between Zen and Sael.
They would continue to communicate frequently, so there was no need for regret.
"Well, we have two communication devices left. One will be placed here in Tikan, and the other in Runcandel. The next communication device that’s made will be installed in the Empire, followed by the Hidden Palace, the Holy Kingdom, and the Isle of Blacksmiths."
All of these were nerve centers of the Vamel alliance. If all these regions could have smooth communication 24/7, there would be no more lost or delayed information. Furthermore, the manpower dedicated to information delivery could be reduced.
"Dr. Qwaul, how long do you think it will take to complete the additional communication devices?"
"If we can acquire the key material mentioned in the instructions, blue adamantium, without any problems, it should take about a month per device."
Blue adamantium was an extremely rare gemstone, but both Runcandel and Tikan had a small reserve of it.
"Dr. Qwaul, please speed up the handover of all construction matters to Luche. You can focus on producing communication devices and golems."
"Understood, that's how it should be. However, it will take some time. You know that boy is quite stubborn. It takes time for impulsive youngsters eager to move forward to become more cautious. Nevertheless, we should be able to complete the next communication device within a month, so don't worry."
"If possible, try to find a way to improve the communication devices to make them portable rather than fixed."
"That goes without saying. Now, go. Whether it’s construction work or technological development, I’ll report whenever there’s any progress."
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Hufester Alliance, Kalon City.
Lueth smiled broadly upon hearing the information and harvest Jin had brought. The flagbearers, butlers, and scribes at his side also clapped, but they all had exhausted faces.
"By the way, it seems like everyone needs a rest, chief butler."
"Oh, really? But, young patriarch-nim, flowers that bloom after overcoming hardship are more beautiful. If it were another clan, they might take breaks at times like this, but this is Runcandel."
"Well, that’s true."
"Of course, if it’s your order, we must comply."
"I trust the chief butler to handle it well."
"I believe so."
Jin felt relieved that Lueth wasn’t his superior, and the others silently shed tears and gritted their teeth.
"Thank you. You’ve obtained such valuable objects that are ahead of this era, young patriarch-nim, and it would be improper for inferior individuals like us to take a break. Haha, although we’re all tired, the work is becoming more efficient."
Jin hadn’t fought much on Honka Island.
In fact, he’d had an enjoyable time with Valeria, which made him feel slightly guilty.
"The communication devices... will be used in many places. Once supplied to all the alliance’s key bases, it would be great if you, young patriarch-nim, and the flagbearers could each have one for personal use. If Dr. Qwaul can improve them in that regard."
Lueth glanced at a stack of papers.
Seeing that, a bittersweet smile appeared on Lueth’s face as memories of the old Runcandel, when it was the Clan of Great Magical Swordsmen, came to mind.
"The production of storage paper shouldn’t be too difficult. Up to seven-star level, it doesn’t require a significant amount of resources. If Valeria and I reduce our sleep time, we can manage it somehow. Though it won’t be enough for all high-ranking knights to use it at once."
Lueth furrowed his brow as if contemplating for a moment, then continued with a deeper observation.
"But relying solely on me and Valeria for paper production wouldn’t be efficient. If we handle the Record Magic needed for paper production, I think my younger sister and the children of the Wantaramo Forest could help," she expressed her opinion.
Jin and Valeria’s eyes widened at her words.
The ability to create the Royal Fairy Hymn Drink could be considered a derivative of Record Magic. Although it was inferior to real Record Magic, the nature of the abilities was remarkably similar.
"If we can achieve mass production that way, it would be perfect."
"For now, let’s distribute the 3,000 sheets of paper we obtained from the succession temple among the high-ranking knights. And the items produced afterward should be given to those knights and cadets who’ve shown exceptional talent."
"Do you have specific individuals in mind?"
"Yes, I’ll prepare them to be personally reviewed by the young patriarch soon."
"But, chief butler, is there any particular reason to distribute the paper only to high-ranking knights? It would also be very useful for other flagbearers, excluding myself."
"Oh, I got carried away by the good news and forgot to mention it. Seventh Flagbearer and Eleventh Flagbearer, please step forward and show your recent achievements to the young patriarch."
Mary and Haytona.
The two showed especially anxious expressions compared to the others present in the chief butler's office.
Jin felt a sense of unease as he observed his siblings.
They both extended their right hands.
And in their palms flickered a mass of flames and another of ice, respectively.
Magic?
Jin was aware that as Zipple’s manipulation of history weakened, his siblings' mana was awakening.
However, he had never imagined that their abilities would reach such a level so quickly.
Satisfied by Jin’s surprised reaction, Lueth smiled contentedly and said:
"I’ve been helping the Flagbearers recover their mana and teaching them magic. As you can see, they are making significant progress."
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