Divine Beast Creator

Chapter 2414 - 2415: Magic Mechanized Soldiers

Although normally large-scale spiritual medicine cultivation is the norm, this method isn’t applicable to all spiritual medicines. Some spiritual medicines require meticulous care to grow normally, and that is precisely the kind Qi Xiaoshuang plans to cultivate.

Of course, under normal circumstances, these spiritual medicines requiring meticulous cultivation are typically purchased by those with wealth and power, making it seem as if even if Qi Xiaoshuang successfully cultivates them, they wouldn’t have much significance in the context of war.

However, the reality is quite different. Many special spiritual medicines can only be produced in small quantities through meticulous cultivation, and some spiritual medicines cannot be tended to by spirit beasts or even those adept at cultivation.

Their usage is rather special, generally intended for concocting special potions. These potions may seem useless under normal circumstances, but during wartime, they can exhibit miraculous effects.

For instance, the Spirit Beast Exhaustion Potion is a particularly unique potion effective against spirit beasts; once released, it spreads like a plague, causing the affected spirit beasts to lose all their powers and become almost like ordinary wild animals.

This potion is also known as a forbidden potion. Shortly after its research, it was shelved, and even in modern times, very few countries might have it in stock.

Qi Xiaoshuang knows about these things entirely because they are recorded in the documents she has read, and this war targets invaders from another world.

Even if the opponents are Beastmasters, Qi Xiaoshuang believes the Divine Beasts will not care about humans from this world using forbidden items like the Spirit Beast Exhaustion Potion against those from the Imperial Timeline.

After hearing Qi Xiaoshuang’s explanation, Dou Yanlan frowned and said,

"Your idea is good, but can anyone still manufacture such forbidden items now?"

Forbidden items aren’t common. The reason Qi Xiaoshuang could find this information likely relates to the hidden archives at the Maomu Grand Library. Generally, these forbidden items appeared during the Dynasty Era, and in modern times, due to ethical restrictions, such research has become rare.

Similar documentation might have long been destroyed. Even if humans wish to search for it, they wouldn’t bypass the Divine Beasts, like Agunas?

"I saw the method for formulating forbidden Spirit Beast Exhaustion and Energy Riot potions in the Grand Library. This shouldn’t be difficult, right?"

Qi Xiaoshuang spoke uncertainly; she indeed doesn’t know how many special formulas Great Xia possesses.

"These two are supposed to be potions aimed at spirit beasts. To know if they are usable, perhaps ask Feng Yuan?"

Glancing at Feng Yuan, who was busy, Qi Chen said uncertainly, and then Dou Yanlan said,

"Actually, you can cultivate spiritual medicine like the Biduo Flower. It’s not only forbidden item materials that require your help; resurrection medicines also require uniquely cultivated spiritual medicines, which are vital in war."

"Right! Biduo Flower, Xiaoshuang, why not plant Biduo Flower in the yard? I feel it’s better than forbidden potions."

Clapping his hands, Qi Chen said as he looked at Qi Xiaoshuang. Resurrection medicine, also called revival medicine, is a rare potion that can revive the dead. Due to this property, its ingredients can’t be cultivated in large quantities, and even specialized cultivation is highly challenging.

In war, resurrection medicine doesn’t typically invite trouble like forbidden items, but in terms of effect, it may not be worse than forbidden items.

"Alright, Biduo Flower... although it can’t be planted in large quantities, it might work alongside other spiritual medicines."

Qi Xiaoshuang began discussing with Dou Yanlan what spiritual medicine to cultivate. She believed that planting only Biduo Flower wasn’t enough and many other things were needed.

While Qi Chen and others were discussing, Feng Yuan had preliminarily processed the materials for the Magic Mechanized Soldiers and beckoned Qi Chen and others, heading straight for the Stray Spirit Beast Paradise.

Stray Spirit Beast Paradise is unlike when Feng Yuan first arrived; the place is considered home by the wandering spirit beasts, with various setups transitioning from artificial to natural. All of these result from the spirit beasts’ own efforts.

The staff doesn’t intervene, or rather, this place is prepared as a home for stray spirit beasts, and its layout should naturally be decided by them.

Upon seeing Feng Yuan arrive, the group of stray spirit beasts was initially very excited, but upon noticing that Veronia wasn’t following behind Feng Yuan, they suddenly lost some of their enthusiasm.

Fortunately, Feng Yuan hadn’t come to play with them, so he didn’t mind the reaction of the stray spirit beasts.

Even though the place wasn’t open to outsiders, Feng Yuan was careful not to be seen by anyone. He even used Xiao Ji’s power for interference when creating some of the core components.

The staff and stray spirit beasts were oblivious to Feng Yuan’s activities. Had it not been for Feng Yuan being acknowledged by the Divine Beasts, they might have already stepped in to stop him.

"Alright, Magic Mechanized Soldier·Hunter Spider, done~"

Clapping his hands, Feng Yuan satisfiedly admired his creation; the bronze metal shell is engraved with mysterious patterns. Were it not witnessed firsthand, Qi Chen and others might assume it’s some ancient relic, though the device completely appears brand new.

"How is this thing used?"

Looking at the Metallic Spider, which was notably larger than a Fluffy Fire Wolfhound, Qi Chen asked puzzledly. Surely this contraption isn’t voice-controlled with a built-in AI combat module?

"Have the White Shadow Wolf inject energy, then it can be controlled. As for combat, it needs testing. Qi Chen, how about letting Ah Mu spar against it?"

Rubbing his chin, Feng Yuan explained how the Magic Mechanized Soldier is easy to use. Even if it were complex, Feng Yuan would modify it; Qi Xiaoshuang wouldn’t be able to use overly complicated devices.

Curiously stepping forward to infuse energy into the Magic Mechanized Soldier·Hunter Spider, the White Shadow Wolf’s red compound eye flashed with light, and the whole spider stood up instantly.

Amazed while issuing commands, White Shadow Wolf discovered the Magic Mechanized Soldier didn’t require complex handling.

After observing the Mechanics under White Shadow Wolf’s command execute various maneuvers, Feng Yuan remarked,

"The White Shadow Wolf’s limit should be five Hunter Spider units. This might change when using different Magic Mechanized Soldiers."

"Five Hunter Spider units..."

Dou Yanlan looked at Feng Yuan in amazement and said,

"Can you control multiple Magic Mechanized Soldiers simultaneously?"

"What else? If not, why would I prepare this for Xiaoshuang? Using solely Hunter Spiders isn’t feasible; they’re mainly for auxiliary control and not primary combat units. Switching to Raging Bear or Evil Tiger might equate to one and a half or two Hunter Spider units."

Regarding Magic Mechanized Soldier·Hunter Spider, Feng Yuan evaluated, and upon hearing his judgment, Qi Xiaoshuang was delighted, though somewhat uncertain due to her lack of knowledge on the Mechanics Soldier’s prowess.

If these contraptions are potent, wouldn’t they act as amplifiers of spirit beasts’ strength? How could such impressive devices emerge?

"Qi Chen, perhaps let Ah Mu spar against it and assess its strength. While I estimate it capable of equaling Ah Mu, without trying, it’s uncertain if this is true."

"Equal sparring with Ah Mu?!"

Qi Chen stared at Feng Yuan in surprise; he hadn’t expected the Magic Mechanized Soldier to possess such power.

"Likely, but owing to combat experience among other factors, it’s hard to predict. Leveraging the full potential of a Magic Mechanized Soldier is not assured."

Upon contemplating, Feng Yuan couldn’t present definite answers; unsurprisingly, Magic Mechanized Soldiers are merely weapons, yielding diverse outcomes in different hands.

"This technology..."

"Won’t be given to them, nor provided to anyone directly. These devices—unless independently researched by humans— I definitely won’t offer them to incite self-destruction."

Without waiting for Dou Yanlan to finish, Feng Yuan promptly refused, truly joking around. Suppose Magic Mechanized Soldier techniques spread. In that case, those folks might attempt to weaponize them against Divine Beasts.

Even though Feng Yuan isn’t worried about the Divine Beasts’ safety, he sees no need in encouraging such disastrous actions.

After a moment of silence, Dou Yanlan recognized Feng Yuan’s rationale. In others’ hands, this technology might truly lead to self-destruction.

"Alright, let’s test it. If the result is favorable, I’ll gradually work on it back home. This way, Xiaoshuang is like a small specialized team, providing reassurance, wouldn’t it?"

Not wishing to prolong the topic, Feng Yuan straightforwardly stated, and Qi Chen acknowledged Feng Yuan’s concerns and agreed on behalf of Qi Xiaoshuang before she could speak.