82: Muskets and gunpowder
There was no back-and-forth battle scene, and under the fire of the high-level spell "Sky Burning Flame", the Rock Helmet Ground Turtle was stewed into eleven minutes by the fire without the slightest defense.
Well, it's all burnt.
This is also a matter of course, the "Heavenly Burning Flame" is originally a city defense-level and strategic-level spell, how can it be resisted by these fifth-order demonic beasts?
Originally, limited by its own size, the magic guide cannon of this specification could only be installed on the city wall as a fortress, with a fixed attack range and limited strategic value.
But now that the volume problem has been solved, these magic cannons have become mobile high-level mages, who can move wherever they need to.
How rare are High Mages? There are no more than two hands in the huge army of Peak City.
Although the number of high-level mages in other powerful cities was more than that of Peak City, it was not exaggerated, and they were scarce and sought-after talent resources everywhere.
There are few people with high-level mage talents, and it takes a lot of effort to cultivate them.
And when such vehicles equipped with new magic cannons are put into the battlefield, they are equivalent to high-level mages that can be mass-produced, what does this mean, Alander couldn't help but hold his breath when he thought about it.
"That's about it."
On the high ground, Nolan looked at the flames still burning below and smiled, "This is the prototype of our new vehicle that we expect to go into production, and it is tentatively named 'Tank'. β
"Tank ......," Alander kept the name in mind, "can I take a closer look?" β
"Please."
Having received permission, he quickly leaned over and entered the interior of the vehicle with the guidance of the gunner on the side.
The space in the car is not too small, enough to seat more than three people, the main reason is that the city defense magic cannon placed in the middle of the car does not occupy a large area, saving a lot of space.
Needless to say, this magic cannon must be equipped with a magic circle drawn by the new rune system, and no matter how streamlined the old runes are, they can't theoretically reduce the high-level magic circle to a size of less than two meters.
Miniaturizing and lightening the weight of the magic guide is something that only a new rune system can do.
And when the magic guide evolves to this extent, its role can be truly valued by the world, and it will become a powerful force to compete with the transcendent.
As the city of Flamel, which started with alchemy, this is the most important technology it has to acquire no matter what.
Aland couldn't put it down, rubbing the new magic cannon in front of him, and he really wanted to open the magic cannon's magic circle structure warehouse to see what kind of mystery was hidden in the built-in magic cannon.
But he finally restrained his desires, needless to say, this is a secret of the military department of Linfeng City, at least until the cooperation is negotiated, now Noren will definitely not show him the details of the magic circle.
Unexpectedly, it was not the genius-filled city of Flamel that made a revolutionary breakthrough in alchemy, but the remote, nameless city of Linfeng.
Thinking of this, Arand sighed lightly and stepped out of the chariot.
"Ready to visit?" Nolan and he got into the carriage on the way back, "Flamel is famous for his alchemy, and the design of this chariot is still in its infancy, and its structure is so rudimentary that it will make you laugh at it. β
"No, that magic cannon alone is enough for us to study for a long time."
Arand shook his head, and then said, "But...... is not talented, but he can also be regarded as a high-level alchemist who specializes in applied science.
"In my opinion, this vehicle has a lot of things that can be modified, and there is still a lot of room for improvement."
Nolan's eyes moved: "I want to hear it." β
The magic guide actually belongs to the field of alchemical application, although by monopolizing the new rune system, Peak City has a great technical advantage over Flamel in the field of magic circles.
But the performance of a complete magic guide is not only determined by the size of the circle.
For example, the use of better material mana delivery lines can increase the efficiency of mana delivery to the circle, thus speeding up the activation of the circle.
To put it simply, it's to reduce cast point.
For example, using a circle structure chamber with a design that is more in line with alchemy can increase the capacity of the circle to load mana, and you can prepare for the next spell more quickly after each cast.
To put it simply, it reduces the cooldown of the cast.
For example, creating a more accurate sight can greatly increase the accuracy of the Wizard's long-range strikes.
The White Raven's Magic Guide Gun and Magic Guide Cannon are lacking the accessory support of this kind of high-precision sight, and unfortunately, there is no alchemist in Peak City who has the ability to make high-precision sights.
With the current level of alchemy in Linfeng City, there are still many deficiencies in the magic guide made, and these small shortcomings seem to be harmless, but when combined, they will affect the overall performance.
Although he could get recipes and improve these things by asking the Omniscient Book, it was too time-consuming and too knowledge-intensive.
He also had to give the recipes to his subordinates so that they could learn the techniques slowly......
Progress takes time, but in the turmoil of the Empire, time is the most precious resource.
And these all-encompassing and multifaceted technologies are the strength of the city of Flamel.
Although over the years, Flamel City has not produced a peerless genius who has made super inventions like Nolen, but after all, the foundation of Alchemy City is there, and most of the existing alchemy techniques have been involved.
If the two cities cooperate in the future, in addition to the magic crystal, these key magic guide parts are also what he hopes Flamell can provide for Peak City.
Sure enough, in order to show Flammel's advanced technology in front of him, Arand had already typed the draft and said in an orderly manner:
"If I'm right, the prototype of this tank should be a modification of the Type 17, which is a model of combat vehicles widely equipped in the Imperial Army from the 17th year of the Roland calendar.
"At that time, this chariot could indeed be called the strongest chariot of its time, and now, 60 years later, alchemy has made a new breakthrough in the field of materials.
"A few years ago, Flamel improved the armor of the vehicle so that it had better physical and magical defense.
"These improvements are not yet widely used in the Empire, but if you form a partnership with us, we are willing to share the results of this research with you to help you build the most indestructible 'tank'.
"At the same time, if your new rune system is applied, we still have plenty of room to add other spells to the tank, making it more functional......
"Under this system, even the way to drive the chariot with a war horse can be eliminated, as long as the source of mana is sufficient, we can completely use the magic power to drive the chariot and make it a steel machine that never stops! β¦β¦β
Should you be worthy of being a high-level alchemist in applied science, once Aland's chatterbox was opened, the inspiration in his head couldn't stop shaking.
Many of his thoughts coincided with Nolan's future plans, and Nolan listened with a smile on his lips.
Being able to meet his peers with thinking ability makes him feel a sense of happiness in his heart.
Sure enough, it is still an alchemist who knows alchemists better.
In other words, it should be a genius who understands genius better.
After all, Arand is also a director of the Alchemy Society, and even in Flamel he is considered a leader among alchemists.
The two of them are thinking in the same channel and are naturally comfortable to communicate.
In this way, the two talked all the way about the future development of the magic guide about tank modification, and unconsciously returned to the city lord's mansion in Linfeng City.
"It's not early, Mr. Alander must be tired after running around for so long today."
Nolan lifted the curtains and looked at the sunset outside, "Why don't I take you back to the guest house to rest first?" β
"I'm not tired."
Alander was still immersed in the imagination of the future development of the magic guide, and was in good spirits, and said with great interest, "By the way, if you have time later, let me introduce you to those gifts that Flamel gave to Peaks."
"They are all alchemy-related mechanisms and props, although they are not of much practical use, but they are very subtle in structure, and I think they can bring you some alchemy fun."
In the morning, in addition to the magic crystal, Arand also brought some alchemy props, and Nolan nodded: "Then come to my house to eat and chat." β
"Since you have kindly invited, I might as well obey it with respect."
"Haha, it's time to get off work, and Mr. Alander doesn't have to say so many honorifics to me, let's just match them by name."
Nolan laughed, "I don't really like the rhetoric of bureaucrats, I talk too much and I feel crooked, just communicate casually like a friend." Speaking of which, you're so much older than me, so I can take advantage of you. β
Hearing his ridiculous tone, Aland's evaluation of him in his heart also rose steadily, and it seemed that this genius was not as difficult to contact as he imagined.
Immediately, he took the alchemy props and followed Noren to his mansion.
"Sir."
At the door of the mansion, the steward of Marenna saluted Nolen, "It seems that there are more guests today?" I'm going to get dinner ready. β
"Hmm." Nolan nodded and asked casually, "What about Yuna?" β
"Yuna was called away by Mr. Rozhen." Maenna responded.
Noren knew in his heart that Luo Zhen had obtained the alchemy materials transported from the City Lord's Mansion before, and he quickly refined the improved knight steel according to the formula.
With experience in making equipment for the White Raven during the war, he and his alchemy team are now becoming more and more adept at forging materials.
Of course, this is also inseparable from the absolutely perfect formula provided by the Book of Omniscience, as long as you follow the forging steps marked by Nolan in the recipe, you can avoid many detours.
Today, Luo Zhen has finally made a new generation of prosthetics with improved knight steel, and is ready to perform limb replacement surgery for Yuna.
It was just a pre-dinner episode, and after a brief meal in the hall, Arand took Nolan into the courtyard and took out a mysterious rectangular box from his carriage.
"Speaking of weapons, Flamel once appeared a special alchemy item, which was different from both traditional bows and arrows, and different from ordinary magic instruments, but used gunpowder to power...... An even more exotic weapon. β
Alander opened the box and took out a wooden-handled shotgun, "I'm sure you've seen fireworks, they're a common celebration prop in the Roland Empire during festivals.
"The main ingredient of fireworks is gunpowder, which is also common knowledge among alchemists, but because of the inherent impression of fireworks, few people have associated it with weapons before.
"But Flamel noticed the possibility, and we experimented with using the explosion of gunpowder to propel flying props, and finally achieved certain resultsβ"
As he spoke, Alander cocked up his shotgun, first filling the barrel with a small amount of prepared gunpowder powder, then stuffing the projectile into it and smashing it to the bottom with a thin rod.
When he had made his preparations, he erected a plank in the carriage ten paces away.
"And voila!" Seeing Nolan's look of surprise, Arand was satisfied, and like a child showing off his toys in front of his companions, Arand raised his gun and aimed it at the plank.
Although Marenna, who was on standby, didn't know what kind of prop it was, when he saw Aland's aiming posture, he couldn't help but feel nervous, and stepped forward to quietly protect Nolan by his side.
Alander then pulled the trigger on the plank, and with a "bang", a puff of white smoke came out of the fire door and the muzzle of the gun, and the plank was shot out of a hole and fell to the ground.
"It's ...... Flintlock pistols? Nolan touched his chin thoughtfully.
"Yes, it does ignite the gunpowder by striking the flint."
Alander was about to introduce the principle to Noren with great interest, and when he heard him say this, he couldn't help but be surprised, "You also have some research on gunpowder guns?" β
"Hmm...... As you can see, I'm not extraordinary, so I've been looking for a weapon that can replace supernatural power. β
Nolan thought for a moment and said slowly, "I once thought about making muskets, but in the end I chose to study magicians. β
"Indeed." "The musket was valued by Flamel at one point since its creation, but after discussion, we eventually abandoned further research on it. β
As for why, he didn't go on, but Nolan could guess as well.
At this stage, the power of the musket is not yet able to deal effective damage to the transcendent and the mainstream alchemy armor.
And in this transcendent world, there is an existence that is almost completely superior to gunpowder and muskets, that is, magic crystals and magic guides.
The Wizard is quieter and has a higher power cap, with the only downside being that it is heavier and larger.
But in the future, with the use of new rune-written circles, these shortcomings will no longer exist.
As a result, muskets almost lost their value in actual combat, and could only be reduced to collectible toys.
After all, as a kind of artwork that shows off Flammel's alchemical powers, it's quite innovative.
However, although it was just a toy, seeing the musket smoking from the muzzle in front of him gave Nolan a new inspiration in his heart.
He suddenly thought of a new way to combine a musket with a magic guide.
(End of chapter)