Chapter 76 Element Affinity, Different Methods, Light Ball
"Perfect!" Looking away from the brute force potion in his palm, Moriarty looked at Schmidt again and replied respectfully: "Both your alchemy process and the final alchemy product are perfect."
"Then why do you think I can be perfect?" The mid-level mage picked up the white handkerchief on the side, wiped the non-existent dust between his fingers, and asked again.
"It's because of precision." Moriarty thought for a moment and said, "Every move you make is like the second hand walking on the dial, not one minute more, not one minute less."
"Haha, you described it well." Hearing Moriarty describe himself as a precise clock, Schmidt smiled slightly and seemed to like this metaphor very much. However, the smile only stayed for a moment and then disappeared. At this time,
The mid-level mage suddenly asked loudly: "Then tell me, what is the reason for your failure?"
It is easy to know others, but it is difficult to know oneself. Schmidt specially summoned Moriarty here today, perhaps to solve this key problem.
"Not accurate enough." Looking at the other party, Moriarty answered directly without hesitation.
"Why it's not accurate enough."
"Because it's impossible to be precise." Moriarty shrugged helplessly, but this time he didn't wait for Schmidt to ask why, and continued directly: "At present, I have not found an effective way to control magic elements.
The activity distribution and decay rate allow it to operate according to a specific will."
"Well." After hearing Moriarty's self-narration, Schmidt nodded expressionlessly: "So, do you want to know where your shortcomings are?"
"Please enlighten me." Moriarty bowed.
"Elemental affinity." The mid-level mage said word by word: "As a young man who aspires to become an alchemist, you have not yet gained enough recognition from the magic elements."
"To be honest, Moriarty, you are one of the most talented mage apprentices I have ever seen. You have a rational mind, careful thinking, hard perseverance, and... a rapidly growing amount of mana and spirit.
Strength..." At this point, Schmidt seemed to pause consciously, glanced at the other party, and then continued: "Perhaps, your true strength is no less than an official first-level mage. However, you want to become an alchemist.
Warlock, these are still not enough."
"Uncle, according to the "Introduction to the Three Elements of Mage", a mage can increase his or her own mana and mental strength through meditation. However, as for element affinity, it seems that it depends more on each person's talent, and it is difficult to increase it later."
After a quick glance with Schmidt, Moriarty did not show any signs of strangeness, but continued to ask questions calmly.
"The discussion of the Grand Arcanist of Tothsaelen in "Introduction to the Three Elements" is not wrong. Elemental affinities can indeed be attributed to God-given endowments. For example, elves or dragons, these two species can be said to be born with magic.
Race; and like orcs and half-orcs, they are almost insulators of magic." Facing Moriarty's rhetorical question, Schmidt nodded gently and said: "But you have to know that nothing is absolute."
"what do you mean?"
"Spell! Every time a mage masters a new spell, it actually means more communication and feedback with the world of elements. Therefore, in my opinion, any mage can obtain additional elements by continuously improving his spell ability.
Affinity." Schmidt elaborated: "Even, the mage can actively strengthen the affinity of one or more types of elements among the four major magic elements by selecting specific types of spells."
"You are saying that if a mage continuously learns a series of wind spells, he can actively enhance his affinity with the wind element." Moriarty was very surprised by Schmidt's view.
It is said to be a brand new concept in the magical world.
"You summarized it well. However, if you want to become an alchemist, I think the fire element is your most reliable partner." Schmidt smiled lightly.
There is no doubt that most alchemical operations involve fire processes such as smelting, heating, and distillation, so almost all alchemists are experts in fire magic.
"Uncle, if your theory is correct, then any master of alchemy must be a master in the field of fire element?" Moriarty asked again.
"Indeed." Although Moriarty's question was somewhat disrespectful, Schmidt did not care and continued: "If you are interested, you can go to the library to check the historical archives of Hockenheim. In the past
Over the past few hundred years, a total of three alchemy masters above the ninth level have been born in this campus, and without exception, they are all magic masters with the field of fire element, and one of them is even a great arcanist of the fire element."
"The Great Fire Arcanist..." Moriarty nodded unconsciously: "But uncle, as far as I know, during the Elf Empire, the Great Arcanists at that time did not rely on elemental affinities, but through other means.
To achieve control over magical elements. Do you know how they do it?".
"Elf Empire?" As if he did not expect Moriarty to ask such a question, Schmidt couldn't help being stunned: "I'm not too sure about this. After all, it's been too long ago, and everything in the Elf Empire has fallen asleep.
Lost in the mists of history. However, there is an interesting legend that may answer your question."
"Interesting legend?" This time it was Moriarty's turn to be stunned.
"My mentor once accidentally mentioned that the great arcane masters of the Elf Empire were actually a group of the greatest mathematicians." Schmidt slowly recalled.
"Mathematician?" Moriarty was shocked when he heard this sentence.
"Yes, mathematicians. Unlike us, these noble sages don't care about elemental affinities, nor do they mind whether they are close or far away from magical elements. Because in their eyes, the four elements are just tools and servants.
Even slaves. To do this, the great arcanist of the Elf Empire relies on..."
"Alchemy equation." At this time, Moriarty suddenly said.
"You're right, alchemy equation!" Unexpectedly, Moriarty would speak out the answer first. The mid-level mage was extremely surprised: "Your sharp thinking surprised me again, Moriarty."
"I'm just guessing." Moriarty shook his head, acting very humble.
"It's a pity that these alchemical equations that represent the highest achievements of the Elf Empire have long been annihilated." After another serious look at Moriarty, Schmidt sighed with regret: "Otherwise, if we can rely on the grandeur of these equations,
The power and brilliance of the mage can definitely illuminate the whole world."
"Yeah, it's really a pity." Moriarty nodded, and the "bridge" equation once again appeared in his mind.
"So, regarding your current situation, my suggestion is: temporarily stop the meaningless alchemy experiments, choose one of 'Fire Magic Defense' or 'Bloodthirsty' to learn, and hope to further strengthen you within a few months.
The affinity of the fire element. Only in this way will you be able to make a qualified bottle of brute force potion at the end of one year." At this time, the mid-level mage finally gave his advice slowly.
"Stop alchemy for the time being and return to spell learning to increase elemental affinity..." Moriarty thought quickly about Schmidt's words, then raised his head again after a moment and said: "Okay, uncle, I accept your suggestion.
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"Well, good. Then you can quit." Schmidt nodded: "Remember, don't let Helen down, and don't let Heyna down either."
"Yes, Uncle Schmidt. In addition, I will also keep your discussion of elemental affinities a secret." After saying that, Moriarty bowed respectfully and exited the main floor of the tower.
Returning to his workroom, Heyena was not in the room, so Moriarty found a seat and sat down, recalling the conversation he had just had with Schmidt.
It can be seen that the mid-level mage has doubts about Moriarty's extraordinary growth in mana and mental strength. However, Schmidt cannot know the secret of the Crystal Book, so he can only attribute it to Moriarty.
However, this is not a good phenomenon. If other mages notice Moriarty's abnormal improvement, it may cause some unpredictable trouble or even danger. Of course, Moriarty will never
Deliberately slowing down one's promotion in order to keep a low profile or hide one's strength is tantamount to putting the cart before the horse. As for this issue, which is neither big nor small, Moriarty already has a clue. Once the conditions are ripe,
This loophole will be filled immediately.
As for Schmidt's suggestion, Moriarty decided to adopt it. However, before purchasing a new "Bloodthirsty" and "Fire Magic Defense (Used to Conceal People's Eyes)" learning scrolls from his uncle's studio, Moriarty
Arty plans to first incorporate the "hydrotherapy skills" he already has into the crystal book. Since according to Schmidt's theory, spell learning can help increase elemental affinity, Moriarty doesn't mind mastering one more element.
Level spell.
Seeing that Heyna hadn't come back yet, Moriarty took out the "Hydrotherapy" learning scroll from the cabinet nearby, then quietly put it into his sleeve, and then activated the crystal book with a thought.
However, just a moment later, when Moriarty looked inside the crystal book, a strange phenomenon occurred.
The crystal book inscribed with "Spa Technique" suddenly changed from its original crystal clear posture and began to slowly emit dazzling light. The light ranged from fiery red to aqua blue, to a yellow-green color similar to earth, and to pure white.
It's like the colors of the four elements. As time goes by, these four kinds of light rise and fall more and more intensely, until the entire crystal book is enveloped.
Finally, under Moriarty's gaze, the crystal book turned into a brilliant ball of cross-colored light, spinning continuously in his soul.
