Chapter 334: Li Oumeng Magic Pulse Network

"Mage Nash, can you trouble you to bring more Pulse-Opening Tincture tomorrow? Two bottles haven't reached my limit yet," Gao De remembered another thing and said quickly: "I will pay for the money."

Mage Nash looked at Gao De and then said: "This is easy. Your drug resistance is different from ordinary people, so general experience is not applicable to you, so I can't determine the most suitable dosage for you. You have to grasp the degree yourself."

"As for money, the Pulse-Opening Tincture is a secret transmission of the Sea Sentinels, but it is not a particularly valuable magic potion itself. So for you newcomers, the Sea Sentinels have always provided the Pulse-Opening Tincture for free, which is considered part of the benefits."

"Of course, to prevent people from abusing it or having crooked thoughts and taking it to resell, this free supply has a certain quota. If you exceed this quota, you have to pay for it yourself, and you also have to submit an application explaining the specific purpose to be handed in."

While talking, the two left the rooftop and followed the stairs back into the magic hall.

At this time, the magic hall, which had been empty, had become much livelier.

More than a dozen Sea Hai Shao Bing magic users dressed in various ways were in the magic hall, using the hall's alchemical equipment to conduct various exercises whose purposes Gao De could not yet discern.

For example, several Sea Hai Shao Bing magic users were training: activating an alchemical machine that looked like a magic crystal cannon, which would fire a ball of light that changed direction rapidly in three-dimensional space, moving constantly.

And those few Sea Hai Shao Bing magic users were just standing still, staring at that ball of light.

Seeming to have noticed Gao De's curiosity, Master Naxi explained it to him casually: "This is used to train visual reaction; it is a type of target tracking that helps improve the ability to visually capture long-range attack spells. You will have to practice this later, too."

Because it was a future training item, Master Naxi did not explain it in too much detail, just mentioning it briefly.

These Sea Hai Shao Bing magic users were all focused on their own training, so no one paid attention to Gao De and Master Naxi coming down from the rooftop.

"No need to see me off, no need to see me off."

Amidst Master Naxi's polite refusals, Gao De saw him all the way to the carriage before turning back to his own "dormitory" just across the street.

Although he had only attended the first lesson of this initial training, he was already able to catch a glimpse of the whole picture.

As the oldest official magic user organization in the Jin Quehua Dynasty, the system and knowledge of combat magic users established by the Sea Sentinels should be among the very best, even looking at the entire continent.

And this was exactly what Gao De needed most.

His potential was great, but if he wanted to fully exert it, the solidity of his foundation was also very important.

Just like a gifted athlete, after receiving professional training, their performance can achieve a leap in a short period of time.

It was just like that.

For the time that followed, Gao De continued to learn spells and practice rune construction.

Sea Abyss Bai Ta.

After leaving the Colin Wood Magic Hall, Master Naxi did not go home but came here instead.

Walking to Captain Meilike's office, he knocked on the door.

"Master Naxi, you've come." Captain Meilike opened the door himself, a smile on his face, and personally welcomed Master Naxi in.

He then took a tin of tea leaves from a cabinet on the side and personally brewed a cup of tea for Master Naxi.

"Sorry to trouble you with Gao De's matter," he said apologetically.

Master Naxi picked up the tea Captain Meilike had brewed and took a light sip. "This is my duty."

"So, what do you think of this Gao De?" Captain Meilike asked. "The evaluation given to him from below is top-tier talent."

"He indeed possesses talents that ordinary people do not," Master Naxi gave an extremely positive evaluation.

"Then how does he compare to Jia Deng?" Captain Meilike hesitated for a moment before spitting out this name that had become somewhat "taboo." "How much worse is he?"

Hearing this name, Master Naxi gave Captain Meilike a deep look. His face was expressionless, and he did not answer Meilike's question directly, but said indifferently: "After my guidance today, he has already initially mastered the Boundless Breathing Method and can start trying to build new main magic pathways tomorrow."

When saying this, Master Naxi felt a bit of emotion in his heart. He truly had not expected that Gao De could initially master the Boundless Breathing Method in one day... No, to be more precise, within three attempts.

This youth was, without a doubt, extremely gifted.

"Already initially mastered the Boundless Breathing Method, in one day?" Captain Meilike's pupils shrank slightly upon hearing what Master Naxi said.

"In our Sea Hai Shao Bing records, how long did it take to master the Boundless Breathing Method?" he couldn't help but ask.

"Four days, I think, but that was many years ago. The Sea Hai Shao Bing magic user who set that record is no longer here. As for Jia Deng, it took him eight days."

Master Naxi had long pondered the question Captain Meilike raised, so he gave the answer instantly.

"In terms of mastering this Boundless Breathing Method, he has already set a new record."

"This kid!!" Meilike's eyes shone, and he exclaimed: "He really has great potential."

"The speed of mastering the breathing method doesn't determine everything, not to mention he has only initially mastered it and hasn't started building the main magic pathways yet," Master Naxi said, remaining very calm.

"That is true, and the logic is indeed sound." Meilike accepted the cold water poured by Master Naxi.

Because for a magic user, the breathing method is not unimportant, but it is truly just a small part of it; having talent in this alone cannot represent anything.

"But a true genius should be gifted in all aspects, and Gao De has at least proven that he is talented in this area." Recognition was recognition, but Meilike also had his own views.

"I came over today mainly to discuss with you: in his situation, what kind of magic pathway network do you think is most suitable to build?"

Master Naxi did not want to delve deeper into this topic and went straight to the point regarding the purpose of his visit today.

"Let Gao De decide for himself. Although, based on his performance in the re-examination, he should be considered a relatively standard long-range magic user, but who knows if he has his own preferences?"

"You could recommend the Agana Magic Pathway Network to him. The hand-based double-helix magic pathway structure pioneered by Master Agana has the most significant casting speed bonus for spells released from both hands, which is just right for most long-range attack spells," Captain Meilike thought for a moment and finally said this.

Although as high-circle magic users, their experience was certainly richer than Gao De's.

But only one knows oneself best, knows what is most suitable for oneself, and what one likes most.

Therefore, in steps that require making choices, the Sea Sentinels generally follow the process of the guiding magic user providing references, and the magic user themselves making the final choice.

A guiding magic user is only responsible for guidance, not a true mentor.

Master Naxi was silent for a while before standing up. "I understand."

Inside the "dormitory."

Gao De opened his eyes, feeling somewhat invigorated.

Because for the 【Touch of the Ocean】 he had just obtained yesterday, he had just successfully constructed the spell model in one go.

He focused his mind on the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow.

Add points!

【Touch of the Ocean+】 (Transmutation, 1st Circle):

You cause the target to grow webs between their fingers and toes. This spell does not grant the target any underwater breathing ability.

Extra: The subject's energy efficiency while swimming will be improved, allowing them to swim longer distances with less physical exertion.

This enhancement direction was in the same series as 【Light Feather Step+】, both belonging to enhancement directions that didn't look particularly special but were very practical.

Double happiness.

After mastering 【Touch of the Ocean+】, Gao De's 1st-circle spell library had already expanded to 18.

Adding the five spell formulas in his hand for which he had not yet constructed spell models, his 1st-circle spell library would soon reach 23.

Such depth of a spell library could already be called a veteran 1st-circle magic user.

The only flaw was that among so many 1st-circle spells, the only attack spell was 【Frozen Blade】.

However, Gao De was not in a hurry.

After all, he had already joined the Sea Sentinels.

As a combat magic user, was he afraid of having nowhere to learn attack spells?

With a slight sense of joy, Gao De came to the meditation room and began today's cultivation practice.

Early the next morning, after washing up and eating breakfast in the "canteen," Gao De arrived at the Colin Wood Magic Hall.

It was still early, and he was still the first to arrive; Master Naxi had not yet come.

Gao De followed what he had been instructed yesterday and went to the small rooftop of the magic hall to conduct "courage training."

After yesterday's attempt, Gao De had gradually begun to master the "courage training."

Although he couldn't walk as if on flat ground yet, at least he wouldn't be as flustered as he was at the beginning.

After about an hour, Master Naxi appeared at the rooftop entrance.

Upon discovering Master Naxi's arrival, Gao De hurriedly stopped his practice and respectfully bowed slightly to Master Naxi.

"Your main task today is to choose a suitable magic pathway network. Follow me," Master Naxi said, looking at Gao De, still expressionless.

"Alright, Master Naxi." Master Naxi's "indifference" did not affect Gao De's respect for him.

Whether in his past life or this one, for those who imparted knowledge, as long as the other party had no character issues or malice toward him, no matter what their personality was, Gao De always held respect for them.

Following Master Naxi's footsteps, Gao De went downstairs, exited the main gate, boarded a Sea Hai Shao Bing "bus," and drove toward the Sea Abyss Bai Ta.

Getting off the carriage, Master Naxi led him directly into the Sea Abyss Bai Ta, used his own identification badge to take Gao De directly to the second floor of the magic tower, which he did not yet have permission to enter, and arrived in front of a thick door.

It was still identification badge verification, and the thick door opened in response.

What came into view were rows of old bookshelves, piled with bundles of rolled parchment, and a unique smell of ink rushed toward him.

"This is one of the Sea Hai Shao Bing's libraries, mainly collecting various methods for building magic pathway networks and some experience from predecessors," Master Naxi said.

"Before that, let me introduce to you what a magic pathway network is."

"I already told you the basic things yesterday: through the Boundless Breathing Method, we can rebuild new main magic pathways, and in this construction process, our predecessors discovered that by adapting to individual circumstances, different magic pathway networks can be built to bring out one's strengths."

Gao De pondered for a moment and could roughly understand what Master Naxi meant.

The simplest analogy is that, just like running, both use leg muscle force, but long-distance runners mainly train slow-twitch muscles with smaller fiber diameters suitable for endurance activities, while sprinters train fast-twitch muscles with larger fiber diameters and strong explosiveness.

"Take the Bigby Magic Pathway Network, for example; because it directly connects the magic pathways in the limbs and torso skin and flesh, it has relatively strong conductivity for transmutation spells or spells that act directly on the body and require continuous mana consumption."

"Or take the Agana Magic Pathway Network, for example; its double-helix structure has a particularly significant casting speed bonus for long-range attack spells. I think this is quite suitable for you, so I recommend you prioritize considering it."

"I give these examples just to tell you one principle."

"There is no standard good or bad for magic pathway networks; the one that suits you is always the best."

"The magic pathway network you choose must conform to your own actual situation and future plans. Do not choose a magic pathway network that is unsuitable for you just to covet the abilities of a certain one."

"I understand, thank you for the reminder, Master Naxi." Gao De thought for a moment and then asked: "May I learn what magic pathway networks are available?"

"The various magic pathway networks treasured by the Sea Sentinels are basically all here; you can go flip through them yourself," Master Naxi said, pointing to the bookshelves.

Gao De nodded, walked to the bookshelf, and first picked up a roll of parchment at random.

【Gareth Magic Pathway Network】.

"Magic pathway networks are also divided into major categories and minor categories. The Bigby Magic Pathway Network and Agana Magic Pathway Network mentioned earlier are both major categories, while this one is a minor category."

"Because it has a total of only two straight main magic pathways, connecting the soles of the feet to the mana storage area in the abdomen, and then leading to the spell sea of stars, it only has a casting speed bonus for spells acting on the feet, such as 【Longstrider】, so its limitations are too strong."

"Most people's approach is to choose a major category magic pathway network according to their preferences, and then choose a few additional minor magic pathway networks according to individual needs."

Gao De put the 【Gareth Magic Pathway Network】 back and took down a new piece of parchment.

【Isol Magic Pathway Network】, 【Vilendo Magic Pathway Network】...

Under Master Naxi's introduction, Gao De looked through all the magic pathway networks, totaling about fifty or so, mostly minor categories, all named directly after the magic users who pioneered them.

Putting the last piece of parchment back, Gao De asked: "Master Naxi, is that all?"

"Why?" Master Naxi was slightly surprised. "Nothing satisfactory?"

Gao De nodded very frankly: "These are not comprehensive enough. Are there any magic pathway networks that can cover various types of spells?"

He was different from others.

Others need to spend a very long time learning spells, so under the conditions of limited energy and time, they can only choose to learn spells according to their needs. They are generally systematic and can match up with a magic pathway network targeting a certain characteristic.

And he had always accepted everyone.

His spell library was too mixed, and these magic pathway networks always had areas they couldn't cover.

"Not comprehensive enough?" Master Naxi was stunned for a moment. "Is this your future plan?"

Gao De nodded again.

Master Naxi hesitated slightly, but finally gave a piece of advice: "Human energy is limited. Wanting to be comprehensive often more likely leads to being mediocre everywhere."

Gao De thought for a moment and said euphemistically: "I feel that my energy is still sufficient at the moment."

"Then suit yourself," Master Naxi paused and did not insist further; after all, he was only Gao De's guiding magic user. He thought for a while and added: "There is indeed one magic pathway network that meets your requirements."

"It's just that because no one has chosen it for a long time, and it has been determined by the Sea Hai Shao Bing's high-circle magic users to be a non-universal magic pathway network, it was specially put away."

Gao De's eyes flickered slightly.

"Can I take a look at it?"

Master Naxi sighed. "Wait here."

After saying this, he left the library, and a moment later, he returned with a scroll that was significantly newer than the parchment scrolls on the bookshelf and handed it to Gao De.

Gao De hurriedly took it and opened the scroll.

【Leomund Magic Pathway Network】.

It was indeed a magic pathway network that met his requirements. This Leomund Magic Pathway Network was extremely comprehensive, requiring the construction of 365 main magic pathways throughout the body, covering the entire body.

And each main magic pathway adopted the structure most suitable for its respective part, allowing the builder to choose different magic pathways according to their own spellcasting.

That is to say, in theory, building this magic pathway network is equivalent to building all the other magic pathway networks in the library.

It's just that taking care of everything everywhere also led to the construction project of this magic pathway network being unimaginably large.

For most magic users, spending a lot of time building such a set of magic pathway networks, yet not being able to use most of the magic pathways, is completely a "vanity project."

No wonder it was put away.

But obviously, he was not among the majority of magic users.

This was the magic pathway network most suitable for him.

Gao De moved his gaze away from the parchment in his hand and looked at Master Naxi, saying seriously: "I'll choose this one."

(End of chapter)