"Materials themselves are like a language."
Ron wrote in his notes:
"Each material has its unique ’grammar.’ By understanding their traits, one can continuously ’output’ complex magic ’vocabulary’ with them."
During this stage of the experiment, he discovered that crystals with good magic affinity performed excellently when carrying isolation runes, often maintaining the isolation effect for several hours.
However, these crystals also have limitations; they are fragile and difficult to process.
Ron continually modified rune designs, adjusted energy input methods, recording every tiny change and reaction.
It’s an extremely meticulous task, requiring patience and precise control beyond the ordinary.
"There are no shortcuts."
He often reminded himself:
"Only sufficient experiments and data can support true theory."
After countless attempts and failures, Ron finally succeeded in inscribing a complete isolation rune system on a specially treated crystal.
This crystal can simultaneously accommodate three different energy fields and completely isolate them without interference.
More importantly, this isolation effect can last up to a week.
[Alchemy Experience Points +1]
[Alchemy Experience Points +1]
[Alchemy Experience Points +1]
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[Current Progress: Alchemy (Proficient 36/100)]
To him, researching Soul Steel traits and energy isolation layers are the best paths to advancing alchemy.
If this isolation technology can be applied to more complex alchemy items, it might genuinely create a ’safe container’ to store and isolate dangerous energies or substances.
And according to the records in "Magic and Steel: The Secret of Magic Sword Forging," Magic Swordsmen need to seal their own soul fragments into a sword when forging a Master Sword.
This process is extremely dangerous; mishandling can not only lead to a low-quality magic sword but may also cause irreversible soul damage to the caster.
"If an isolation layer is added to the magic sword..."
Ron pondered, quickly sketching a complex sword structure in his notebook:
"In theory, it can control the soul introduction process more precisely, reducing the risk of rebound to the main body."
In the following days, he began devoting more time to researching Soul Steel.
The biggest difference between Soul Steel and ordinary metal lies in its affinity to magic and soul.
Through continuous guidance by spiritual power, Ron gradually became familiar with the ’character’ of this mysterious metal.
Indeed, Soul Steel appears to have traits resembling a living entity, which is also the origin of its name.
It reacts differently to various types of energy inputs; sometimes cooperating, sometimes resisting.
"It’s like taming a wild beast."
Ron thought so: "It requires patience, respect, and firm will."
In the ’dialogue’ experiment with Soul Steel, he realized this metal seems to be able to ’remember’ the energy types and patterns it has contacted.
If he inputs spiritual power in the same manner for three consecutive days, by the fourth day, Soul Steel will become more compliant and accepting.
"This ’memory’ trait might be the key to using Soul Steel in magic swords."
Ron speculated: "It can remember the user’s spiritual traits, forming a unique resonance."
[Alchemy Experience Points +1]
Research on Soul Steel steadily improved Ron’s alchemy skills.
His control over spiritual power became more refined, allowing him to detect minor energy fluctuations previously overlooked.
This improvement directly reflected in his other concurrent projects, including magic potion research and magic practice.
But as the research deepened, Ron increasingly felt that relying solely on alchemy might not solve all problems.
Especially when considering the dangerous realm of soul manipulation, more knowledge and support from other areas are necessary.
"It’s time to consult my other ’expert.’" Ron decided.
He walked to a section of the workshop with an isolation array, ensuring no one could see or hear the forthcoming conversation.
Ron focused his spirit, gently touching his arm, awakening the mysterious presence covering his body—the skin of the Transformer.
A silver liquid separated from his skin surface, condensing into a vague humanoid outline in midair.
"What does the master wish?"
The Transformer’s voice was like metal friction, carrying a mechanical coldness.
"I want to know more about your isolation capabilities."
Ron went straight to the point, his voice calm and controlled:
"Specifically, how do you completely isolate external spiritual detection? Does this isolation also apply to internal energy leaks?"
The Transformer was silent for a moment, seemingly organizing information.
"My isolation capability stems from my material structure."
It eventually replied:
"I am composed of a special transforming substance that can form a perfect energy barrier on the microscopic level, blocking any form of energy exchange or information transmission."
Ron nodded, continuing to ask:
"Can this barrier function in both directions? For instance, preventing external energy from entering while also stopping internal energy from leaking?"
"Yes, master." The Transformer confirmed:
"My barrier is bidirectional, fully isolating internal and external energy interactions. This is why I can perfectly hide the host’s true aura, even disguising against anything below a Great Wizard."
This answer lit up Ron’s eyes.
If the skin of the Transformer truly provides such bidirectional isolation, it might be key to safely separating soul fragments.
"If I want to use your ability to isolate two independent soul spaces to prevent them from affecting each other, is this theoretically feasible?"
Ron cautiously inquired, eyes gleaming with curiosity.
The Transformer’s outline lightly fluctuated, seemingly in thought.
"Theoretically feasible, but practically constrained."
It eventually answered:
"Currently my energy reserve can only support basic hiding and disguise functions. To achieve complete isolation, especially for long-term stable isolation, more energy and higher active state are needed."
"You mean advancing to the ’Glory Legacy’ state?"
Ron keenly caught the key point.
"Yes, master. Only upon fully advancing to ’Glory Legacy’ can I provide sufficiently powerful and stable isolation capabilities, meeting high standard requirements for soul manipulation."
Ron pondered for a moment: "Then, what conditions are needed to achieve this advancement?"
"Soul Energy." The Transformer directly responded:
"Pure, high-quality Soul Energy. My current charge is already at 99%, just 1% away from completing advancement. But this final 1% requires specially pure Soul Energy, which ordinary biological souls can no longer satisfy."
Ron nodded, opened his profession panel, and carefully examined detailed information about "Transformer’s Skin."
[Rare Relic: Transformer’s Skin
(Activated, 99% charged)]
[Effect:
1. Charges by devouring living souls
2. Consumes energy to simulate the image and partial abilities of a designated target
3. Isolates spiritual detection and can provide perfect camouflage clothing]
[Special Note:
Upon reaching 100% charge, ’Transformer’s Skin’ will advance to ’Glory Legacy,’ acquiring more powerful abilities.
Including but not limited to complete isolation, multiple energy barriers, high-tier simulation, etc.]