085 Eyes of Truth and Warning
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Ione rightly said, "Isn't that weird? β
The reward of the god of knowledge may be beyond Gordon's imagination.
Because if the reward is just ordinary wealth, or magic items, or rare magic books, Ion doesn't have to come in person, but only needs to issue an oracle, and the priest of his own temple of knowledge will deliver the reward.
"Lord Ion, can you ask what my reward is?"
"Oh? You mean, if it doesn't meet your requirements, you'll decline the reward? Ionn raised an eyebrow, a curious expression.
Gordon nodded, and in the face of a god, he looked calm: "Since you believe in the principle of equivalent exchange, then you should not exchange what I don't want for my credit." β
If Ion's reward was a powerful magical item, like the dawn of the paladin Renus, Gordon would have embraced it.
But it wouldn't be good if Gordon was the kind of god who could be possessed by a god at any time. Although you can gain great power, it is very unpleasant to store zΓ i as a container in a sense.
Maybe the pious preachers would be ecstatic about it, but Gordon wouldn't.
Therefore, it is better to inquire about what reward Aion wants to give him, and then decide whether to accept it or not.
Gordon dared to bargain with a god because as a mage, he had a deep understanding of the gods of the world of Telos, and he had also carefully studied the book "Introduction to the Human Gods of Telos" that Ionn had just read.
As a god of the neutral camp, Ion's personality and temperament are very similar to those of many scholars, sages, mages, and scholars. He was erudite and elegant, rational and objective in his approach to things, and had a high opinion of the principle of equivalent exchange upheld by the mages. So Gordon knew that even if he had a small bargain with Ion, it didn't matter, and he wouldn't anger the god of knowledge.
Of course, if Gordon were to face a bad-tempered god such as Tiamat, the god of tyranny, and Mirett, the god of conquest, the only thing he could do was to accept an arrangement. Bargain with the gods of these evil camps? That's really thinking I've lived too long.
As if he could see through Gordon's thoughts, Ion smiled and said, "Don't worry, I know that you mages don't like to be controlled by others, and think that only the power that can be fully mastered is the power that can be used with confidence. To put it bluntly, it is too self-aware and independent, and there is a lack of security and trust in the things around you. Wouldn't it be nice to be like those pastors and give your whole heart to God in order to gain great power? β
Gordon had to smile wryly. To be honest, Ion's analysis was correct. As a traverser, he did believe that only the power that was completely under his control, even if it was very weak, could be used with confidence.
"Okay, this avatar of mine is not very powerful, and I can't stay in the main material realm for too long." Ionn said, raising his hand, slender fingers reaching out from his robes.
A golden energy blob suddenly appeared in his palm.
Gordon's gaze was almost inseparable from the orb of brilliant golden light, which had a wonderful magic.
When he looked at it again, there seemed to be an amber pupil in the ball of light, observing the world with a perceptive gaze.
"During my time in the Magic Empire of Netherduran, I met a little one. He is a Grand Arcanist who specializes in prophecy spells. He's also a believer of mine, well, a not-so-religious believer. In fact, you and him, or rather you and the great arcanists of Netseduland, have one characteristic: they are not afraid of the gods, but believe in the arcane. β
Although many of the old gods fell and new gods rose during the divine war that opened the Fourth Age, Ion was outside of that great war. He is a rather ancient deity who has existed since the First Age, when the world of Telos was born out of chaos. So it's not surprising that Ionn knew the Grand Arcanist of Netherduran in the Third Age.
"After the fall of the Netherduran Empire, I incarnated in the Primal Realm to investigate this catastrophe. I found this thing in the ruins of the floating city where the little guy had fallen. β
Ionn pointed to the ball of light in his palm and said, "It is the Eye of Truth and Warning, the Arcane masterpiece that the Grand Arcanist has devoted his life to creating ZΓ o. Although it is only eighty percent complete due to the fall of the Magic Empire, it is already a rare treasure for mortals. I'm giving it to you now. This eye of truth and warning is a product of pure arcane, without my divine powers. So your little worries can be dispelled. β
Ionn raised his hand, and with a gentle push, the Eye of Truth and Warning in his hand immediately crossed an arc in mid-air and flew in front of Gordon.
"Truth and the Warning Eye (unfinished). When fighting Mind, Illusion, or Prophecy spells, you gain +5o Immunity. β
Gordon's heart pounded. This is at least a legendary-level, or even a sub-artifact-level item.
What is the concept of +5o exemption when fighting mind, illusion, and prophecy spells? This means that if Gordon holds this Eye of Truth and Warning, he is almost completely immune to the effects of mind spells, can see through any illusion, and if a mage tries to detect information about him with prophetic spells, it is almost impossible to succeed!
Unless those legendary powerhouses use ten-ring, or even eleven-ring spells against him. But what madman would pay such a huge price to deal with a little mage like Gordon?
"Judging by your expression, I think this thing should fit your requirements perfectly." Ionn smiled.
"I am satisfied, thank you for your generosity." Gordon saluted Ionn again, then reached out his fingertips and tapped the golden orb of light.
The ball of light suddenly contracted, turned into a bundle of silk threads, and entered Gordon's body.
A strange sensation came up from my fingertips and into my mind. He felt that the whole world was different when he saw it with his eyes, and it was a subtle and indescribable feeling.
"Well, then, when it's done, it's time for me to go. Happy to cooperate, young man, and I know you love the word 'cooperation'. Ionn waved his hand to Gordon, "You are a very special one among my followers. Not too religious, but very capable. I hope that in the future you will be able to spread the glory of knowledge all over the earth. β
This burden is a bit heavy, and Gordon thinks that he can do it.
"I know what you're thinking. In fact, from the moment you learned about movable type printing, you were deeply imprinted by me. Ionn blinked, a rare sly expression.
"I am the God of knowledge, and your knowledge will expand the influence of my priesthood and increase the number of believers. Naturally, my enemies will hold a grudge against you. β
The struggle between the gods will only be more fierce and irreconcilable than in the mortal world. Some gods clash with each other because of overlapping priesthoods and to recruit believers for power. And some gods cannot coexist because of themselves.
Ion, the god of knowledge, is responsible for spreading and protecting knowledge. There are two main enemies of his.
One is Vikna, the master of immortality and mysticism. Unlike Ion, Vikna tried to keep all knowledge secret from the world.
The second enemy is the orc god represented by the orc god Geush. They worship barbarism and primitive power, and hate civilization and knowledge. Every time the orcs take a city and burn down the library and all the books, it is the task of the GuΕish believers.
Gordon has made great contributions to Ion, and will inevitably clash with Vikna and many followers of the orc gods in the future.
But Gordon was also mentally prepared.
After all, in this conflicted and turbulent world, it is difficult for a mage like him to remain neutral. Because he doesn't have the strength to make both sides jealous. So the wisest choice is to hug a big thick leg and slowly show your strength.
Ionn is a good choice. At least compared to most gods, whether they are upright and old-fashioned gods of goodness or fickle gods, Ion's way and attitude towards his followers is very much to Gordon's taste.
"Goodbye, young man. Great upheaval is coming, and on the eastern ocean, the first waves are about to be made. Even I have to do everything I can to strengthen myself in order to survive this era safely. So good luck, I think you're going to need it. Ionn nodded to Gordon, "We'll meet later." β
The incarnation of the God of Knowledge vanished in an instant, leaving only a faint scent of books in the room.
Gordon let out a long breath. Even though Ionn was a rather easy-going deity, he was quite nervous in front of such a powerful being.
Ion's reward to Gordon is an investment, and I look forward to more in the future. And Gordon got an extremely useful item, and his strength was greatly enhanced. Although it may cause some trouble in the future, in general, the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages.
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One late autumn morning.
Gordon woke up in Freeman's house, on the familiar bed in his bedroom. After spending a week at Rainbow Springs Manor, he returned home.
After lunch, he and Xie Ona were about to pack their bags, join the hunting army composed of many nobles, and enter the Cold Mist Mountain Range to start the annual grand autumn hunting event.
Gordon also decided to take this opportunity to delve into the ruins of Tanze in the mountains to discover the secrets of the sun elf mage Alawi Ascending Sun.
As he was about to travel for a month, on this last morning, Gordon was particularly attached to the warm and soft bed, the half-elf girl who had fallen between his legs, earnestly serving his lips and tongues.
"Yes, exactly. The tongue should be more flexible and move faster......" A refreshing sensation came, causing Gordon's lower abdomen to contract. He gently stroked Shella's green show while carefully guiding her.