Chapter 211 "The Demon" Irenicas (a 10,000-word chapter, please subscribe)
Since returning to the Mage Tower, Zuo Si has begun to increase his strength in an orderly manner according to the plan.
He first spent some time, with the help of the lich, to make the corpses of two beholders into "Dead Eye Tyrant", and sealed them in the card as a creature that can be summoned at any time.
Following that, he summoned the Green-footed Dragon Snake and studied the arcane mark left by the "mad mage" Halaster Blackrobe.
Finally, I completed the anatomy of the aboleth with my own hands, and figured out the strange physiological structure of this ancient creature, as well as their incredible way of inheriting memory.
Of course, these are the results obtained by the aboleth himself while performing vivisection.
Otherwise, it would be absolutely impossible for outsiders to figure out some of the mysteries by relying solely on dissection, naked eye observation, and magic detection.
The reason why aboleths are classified as "abnormal" is because their body structure is very different from other "natural" creatures.
Many organs, especially the brain located behind the eyes and protected by the hard skull, are not simply composed of nerve cells, but are wrapped in a mass of dark red blood.
If someone tried to remove brain tissue from the blood, it would quickly melt into a puddle of viscous liquid within seconds.
This is why some powerful mages who wrote the "Book of Strangeness" dissected and studied many aboleths, but never described in detail the structure and use of the brain.
According to the aboleth's own narrative, their brains are derived from the blood of the ancient evil creature - Paiscaisesis, which is something that mortals and even gods cannot understand.
So no one can figure out what is going on in the brain of the aboleth, and why it can accumulate and pass on memories infinitely until the end of the world, or the end of time, even if They themselves are no exception.
In addition, Zuo Si also extracted a large amount of the lost history and secrets of the ancient world of Toril from the brain of this aboleth. Some of them may be outdated now, but they are still useful for learning and reference. Valued spell models, as well as knowledge of magic and psionics.
Finally, there are more than a dozen aboleth cities hidden in the deep sea and even the "Glimmer Sea" in the underdark area.
Yes!
These ancient races, so ancient that even most gods cannot compete with them, are still maintaining the civilization they created, and they have never been interrupted no matter how many disasters and changes they have experienced.
"The aboleth is really an incredible creature..."
After reading the experimental notes he had written these days, Zuo Si couldn't help but sigh.
Similarly, he also developed a strong interest in those existences beyond the gods - ancient evil beings.
Because if the power of God comes from spirit and belief, then the power of ancient evil things comes from the indescribable chaos and distortion in the depths of the universe.
Of course, just as the difference in divine power between gods is extremely huge, ancient evil creatures also have strengths and weaknesses.
Some can only cause certain threats and troubles to gods, but some have the terrifying power to easily destroy a world, and even kill all the gods in the world.
The "Blood Queen" Paiscaisexis, who created the aboleth, is undoubtedly one of the best.
It is said that some cultists once summoned this terrifying ancient evil creature in other worlds.
As a result, the latter simply appeared and quickly left, causing the death of billions of living things.
And the entire world will fall into complete madness for a long time in the future. A large number of living things will be corroded and transformed by the blood left behind unintentionally. It will take at least tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of years to repair it. Slowly return to normal.
Just when Zuo Si closed the note and put it back on the bookshelf, he immediately saw Jeffrey running in from outside and shouting excitedly: "Your Excellency! After many days of sleepless research, , we finally figured out what happened to the mark left by the mad mage Halaster Black on the blue-footed dragon-colored scales."
"Oh? Tell me." Zuo Si's face. An interested expression appeared.
Since he focused mainly on studying the aboleth, he temporarily handed over the Green-footed Dragon Snake to a few lichs who were best at rune research.
Jeffrey hurriedly explained: "Based on several detections and analyses, we found that the mark is actually composed of more than twenty complex runes mixed together. It is a bit like the magic tattoo of a red-robed mage. It's a bit like magic constancy, or something in between. In short, this method can permanently add some spell effects to the surface of a living being."
"What about the cost?"
Zuo Si quickly raised the issue he was most concerned about.
Because it is indeed not difficult to maintain magic in living creatures in Faerûn.
The only restrictions are the spellcasting level and the various rare materials needed to cast magic.
For example, for a second-level [Dark Vision], it will cost almost five thousand gold coins in materials, and the caster must have at least a LV10 casting level.
As for the constant cost of other high-level spells, there is no need to say more, it is just "expensive".
Of course, in addition to being able to immobilize magic on people, you can also immobilize magic on some objects, so that they can produce permanent magical effects.
Many high-level magic equipment are made in this way.
In comparison, the cost of the magic tattooing technology of the red-robed wizards is relatively cheaper.
And you can get up to three tattoos.
In order to accommodate more and more powerful magical tattoos on their bodies, some red-robed mages even shave their heads to increase the amount of skin available for tattoos.
This is also the reason why most images of red-robed wizards are bald.
If the "Crazy Mage" who is a remnant of the Imasca Empire has better technology, then Zuo Si would not mind taking it as a reward and distributing it to those peripheral members who have contributed the most.
I believe that many mages and adventurers will do their best to complete dangerous tasks for a secret mark that can release a specific spell indefinitely.
Jeffrey pondered for a moment and immediately responded: "Sorry, we don't know much about these runes yet. We can only manage limited low-level magic such as constant [Invisibility], [Colorful Jet] and [Sleep]." . If nothing else, the cost including the casting materials should not exceed one thousand gold coins."
"In other words, Halaster Black Robe should have a complete and cheaper set. Magic constant technology?”
Zuo Si touched his chin with a thoughtful expression.
"That's right! I think this should be a unique skill that he summed up bit by bit when using magical power to build the huge Earth Line Maze City.
It may even be the Earth Line Maze City. It's part of a huge magic structure like a mystery.
Otherwise, even for a legendary mage, it would be an impossible workload to apply constant magical effects to an area that is as large as several cities combined. ”
Jeffrey expressed his inference enthusiastically.
Compared to his ambitious friend Vanessa, he is obviously a typical scholar-mage and prefers to stay for a long time. Research topics of interest in the tower.
"Interesting... let's put the constants of these spells up for exchange. I think there will be a lot of people interested in this. By the way, how many peripheral members are there in the organization now? "Zuo Si asked casually.
"If you don't count the pirates already under control and the adventurers who are simply hired, the current number of members on the periphery of the organization is about four hundred.
Seventy of them are apprentices and disciples we have accepted before, and they form the most trustworthy part of the peripheral members.
Then there are some elite adventure teams that have cooperated for a long time, and two mercenary groups with about eighty people.
Finally, there are three succubi, two enchanted demons, and a six-armed snake demon, which can serve as temporary commanders for some actions and plans.
However, the scope of activities is limited to the surroundings of the Kingdom of Tethyr and the area between the Sword Sea and the Sword Coast.
Since the uninhabited Korin Islands in the northern part of the Moon Shadow Sea have been captured, all pirate ships heading south from the north have been completely blocked.
So whether it is the pirates of the Whalebone Islands or the Luskan pirates controlled by the Arcane Brotherhood, they now regard us as a thorn in their side and a thorn in their flesh. ”
Jeffrey briefly introduced the situation.
Because many of these peripheral members were directly developed from the core members’ original apprentices, collaborators and private armed forces.
As the leader of the organization, Zuo Si must not be very clear.
Yes!
In the continent of Faerûn, almost every high-level mage has more or less some personal weapons of his own.
Among them, the top red-robed wizards who hold the highest power in the Serre country have dozens to hundreds of legal "private armies", which can also be called "followers".
You must know that these armies are not ordinary soldiers without professional levels, but are composed of at least LV3 and above warriors, thieves, mages, warlocks, druids, priests, etc.
Some of them accept employment purely for money;
Some of them or their family members have been favored by the mages, so they want to repay this kindness;
Some want to get some methods to make themselves stronger from the profound knowledge of high-level mages, or to get some powerful magic items and equipment;
Others are in awe of the power of magic and Worship, so I decided to become a follower.
If you are a mage from the evil camp, your personal army may also include monsters such as orcs, hobgoblins, bugbears, gnolls, trolls, ogres, giants, and monsters from other dimensions. Summoned demons, demons, and even dragons enslaved by control.
Looking at the Leyline Maze created by the "mad mage" Halaster Blackrobe, you will know that as long as a powerful spellcaster has enough time, let alone forming an army, even building a city or even The country is not a problem.
After listening to the Lich's report, Zuo Si touched his chin and nodded thoughtfully: "It seems that you have integrated the available human resources on hand well. But remember to be cautious when expanding, I I don’t want too many spies and spies from other forces.”
"Please don't worry about this. We have always been very cautious when recruiting members, and will never allow any guy with a suspicious identity and deeds to have access to the core secrets of the organization. In addition, regarding the batch you provided last time Small energy storage device, I have developed the corresponding weapon according to the requirements, please take a look."
As he spoke, Jeffrey took out something like a gun head from his arms.
"This is..."
Zuo Si took it and glanced at it twice, showing a very different expression.
Because even though this thing looks like the sharpest part of the front end of the spear.
But if you look closely, you can see that it is not solid metal at all, but is embedded with a cylindrical energy storage device that is about two hand-length long and about the thickness of a sword hilt.
Judging from the space reserved for the outer iron sheet, it should be directly placed on the wooden handle and then fixed.
Jeffrey explained with a slightly proud tone: "This is the weapon I designed. It can not only cause extra lightning damage when the attack hits, but also release electric arcs, which can hit tens of meters. Causes group damage to enemies within the outer straight range.
According to tests, such a lightning spear can release five long-range attacks in combat.
If used together. , can often cause quite astonishing damage to the enemy
About three hundred have been produced so far, and they have just been delivered to the fleet operating in the north near Baldur's Gate not long ago. I believe that feedback results will be available soon. ”
No doubt!
This so-called lightning spear is actually a small electrical energy storage device covered with a shell.
Because it is equipped in batches. Elite soldiers, so the materials and costs were reduced to the extreme
It only took Zuo Si a few hours to make one that could equip hundreds of people.
Moreover, the construction cost is only about fifteen gold coins, and it can be charged once through the wizard tower, the teleportation gate connected to the wind elemental plane, and the huge wind generator.
The main reason why he did this was to provide the reorganized pirates with a cheap and easy-to-operate long-range attack method.
Ensure that even without the support of spellcasters, they are the most powerful maritime force on the west coast of Faerûn.
As for the artillery...
Sorry, who would play with primitive gunpowder weapons with impressive accuracy when there are more powerful magics available.
You must know that even in several relatively late naval battleship artillery exchanges at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, the hit rate of both warring parties was only around 5%.
In other words, after a modern artillery fires twenty-five shells in a row, one shot is likely to hit an enemy ship.
What's more, gunpowder weapons have extremely demanding requirements on industrial base and logistical support.
Zuo Sike was not interested in developing an industrial base from scratch and established a school to train a group of talents in mathematics, metallurgy and chemistry.
It is impossible to do nothing all day long, just activate the creator ability to crush tons of cannonballs and explosives.
To sum up, the time cost invested is too high, and the gain outweighs the gain.
On the contrary, some cheap magic devices are directly improved and used as weapons, which can display unexpectedly powerful lethality.
In fact, Zuo Si has provided the pirates with a large crossbow arrow that is hollowed out in the middle and stuffed with a can of burning glue, as a big killer weapon used in sea battles.
Once this giant arrow hits the deck or the side of the ship, it will immediately pierce the blazing glue hidden inside due to the reaction force of the arrow, causing this viscous liquid to come into contact with the air, and then quickly start The violent burning finally turned a wooden sailing ship into a sea of flames.
The effect is somewhat similar to an incendiary bomb.
But what's more difficult than incendiary bombs is that blazing glue is an out-and-out alchemical item.
No non-magical means can extinguish it until it is completely burned out.
The problem of hit rate can be solved by equipping the personnel responsible for operating and launching the crossbow with a ring that stores [opportunities to defeat the enemy].
However, considering that the production cost of hot glue is a bit high, we came up with this alternative plan.
After all, the current naval battles in Faerûn are mainly based on boarding battles.
It can give the enemy a violent group arc strike within a range of tens of meters, and the damage it causes is enough to make most sailors and soldiers who are not determined enough to collapse instantly.
Thinking of this, Zuo Si nodded with satisfaction: "Good job. But how do you plan to solve the charging problem? After the energy is exhausted, just replace the gun head and bring it back to the mage tower for rotation?"
“I have prepared two plans.
One is the replacement you just mentioned.
The advantage of this is that this pirate can be firmly controlled from the source The transformed fleet lets them understand who is the real master
Beyond that, I have a backup plan, which is to have a recharge ship in the fleet.
Then breed a large number of lightning lizards in the cabin.
These magical beasts, which are about the size of dogs, can emit lightning with astonishing power from their bodies.
It only takes an hour or two to charge hundreds of spears. ”
Jeffrey took his time and told all the plans he had prepared in advance.
Bioelectricity?
Green energy?
Sustainable development?
For this outstanding idea, Zuo Si immediately affirmed: "Great. Just do it boldly according to your idea."
"Thank you very much for your trust and support. . Don’t worry, I guarantee that you will not be disappointed with the subsequent development of new weapons.”
After saying this, Jeffrey put one hand on his chest and bowed deeply, then turned and left.
When the Lich was completely gone, Zuo Si stared at the gun in his hand and murmured with a smile: "Has it been equipped to the navy around Baldur's Gate? It seems that the Dukes are afraid It’s going to be very bad.”
Just when he was about to draw out the reserve energy of the Mage Tower to increase the level of [Mystic], he suddenly received a message from [SMS].
The person who sent the text message was none other than Lei Yin, who had completely taken control of the Emerald Association.
The purpose is also very simple!
That is to meet Irenekas who is hiding in the sewers of Woking Mall area, and see if we can dig out some elves' unique magic skills from his hands.
No hesitation!
After Zuo Si briefly checked the equipment and the spells and magic prepared this morning, he immediately covered his face with a hood, left the tower alone and rushed to the meeting point at an extremely fast speed.
About twenty minutes or so, he arrived near the entrance to the mall area.
Lei Yin, who had been waiting here for a long time, did not dare to neglect, and immediately bent down and bowed deeply: "Master..."
"How is the situation over there at the Jade Association?"
Zuo Si took off his hood and asked.
Rein quickly replied: "I have completely taken control of everything in this organization in K'Zula's lair.
And compiled a list of members scattered throughout Amn.
One of the secretly controlled gemstone veins, if there is sufficient labor, can provide at least 500 high-quality gemstones worth no less than 1,000 gold coins every year, and thousands more worth 100 to 500 gold coins. Medium gems ranging from
As for the number of low-level gems worth less than one hundred gold coins, there are even more.
It is precisely by relying on the astonishing wealth brought by this vein that the Emerald Society can maintain its own existence and development despite the suppression of the Masked Mage Guild.
In addition, I also found that most of the members of the organization are concentrated in the two cities in the south that meet the Kingdom of Tethyr.
And they are using various means to infiltrate the upper ruling class. It seems that they plan to secretly seize control of the city and then drive out the forces of the masked mage and shadow thieves. "
"Pay close attention to the development of the situation, but do not deliberately control them. In addition, hasn’t Shangla, the Lord of Talisman, contacted you recently? ”
Zuo Si raised his head and directly raised the question he was most concerned about.
Compared with a little-known organization like the Emerald Society, the Entangled Talisman is obviously a serious concern.
Especially after learning that Lagon and other legendary mages wanted to turn himself into a lich like them, Zuo Si's inner vigilance was immediately raised to the highest level.
As the saying goes, a dog that bites does not bark.
The more powerful but low-key an organization like Tangled Talisman is, the more careful and vigilant it is. Lei Yin shook her head gently: "No. My teacher is not the kind of impatient person.
When he hands over a task to his cronies, he usually doesn't take the initiative to intervene for a year or two.
In his view, staying patient is a prerequisite for all plans to go smoothly.
If you are too impatient, it will lead to various loopholes and problems.
This does not comply with the principles of concealment of the Entangled Talisman. ”
"I didn't expect Shangela to be a patient person. In that case, I'll stimulate him a little. Here, this is an overview of the creator's career. Take it to him and see what he has to say. Such a reaction."
As he spoke, Zuo Si took out the "bait" he had prepared for the entangled talisman from his satchel.
Because he knew that he had been targeted by the Entangling Talisman, and the eighty percent achievement was the powerful ability shown by the creator profession in creating self-made magic items.
So whether it is Shangla or Lagon, after getting this notebook, I will find a way to study and try it.
Let’s not talk about Faerun’s unique spellcasting environment all over the magic network, whether it is really possible to successfully inaugurate the creator.
Even if the other party does succeed, they will lose all their ability to cast spells.
After all, they can do without the land cards of planeswalkers, they can separate some of their special professions, and then permanently bind them to another world without conflicting with other spellcasting professions in the current world.
To put it simply, Zuo Si's purpose was to use this notebook to "trap" the other party.
It would be best to successfully destroy one or two talisman masters.
If you can't destroy it, you can also take the opportunity to arouse the desire in the other party's heart for the magical knowledge and power of the other world, so that you can frequently make some small actions so that you can take advantage of it.
"As you wish, Master."
Leyin took the note with both hands and carefully put it into the magic pocket she carried.
After the brief conversation, the two walked along the intricate sewers one after another.
After a while, I saw the clay golem guarding the door of the secret base.
Judging from the condition of the clay on the golem, these were only made recently.
In other words, Irenekas' base already has sufficient guard strength.
The clay golem obviously recognized Lei Yin, so he turned around to inform his creator without saying a word.
About three to five minutes later, a man wrapped in some kind of gelatinous black hood from his neck to the back of his head walked out from the end of the passage where he could not see his fingers.
He looks very strong, with well-developed muscles that normal mages cannot match. At the same time, his exposed face is densely covered with raised veins from his forehead to around his eyes, extending all the way back until it is blocked. ears and top of head.
You know without asking that this is Joan Irenicus, a powerful spellcaster who is so crazy that he wants to become a god.
The reason why he dressed up like this was to cover up the tragic situation after his elf appearance and essence were stripped away, especially the iconic pointed ears that were cut off.
There are only two oval magic hearing aids made of brass left.
The bulging veins on the face are proof that the body is aging at an unimaginable speed.
Maybe even this face was created through cloning magic and then forcibly sewn on.
Underneath the false face is a face that is too old to be described in words.
Since it was their first meeting, Zuo Si and Irenicas looked at each other for a full minute, both trying to figure out each other's spellcasting level and power.
In the end, Lei Yin was the first to speak and break the silence.
"As agreed, I have brought people here now. If you have any requirements or transactions, you can make them in person now."
"I am very happy that you have abided by the agreement. "
Erenikas forced out a smile that was uglier than crying.
For him, this was a very friendly attitude.
Lei Yin also responded with a friendly smile, and then stepped aside to express that she would not participate in the subsequent conversation between the two.
However, as long as Zuo Si gives an order, as a summoned creature, she will turn into a powerful spellcaster and fight for her master in minutes.
Fortunately, Irenekas had no intention of taking action. Instead, like an elegant elf noble, he greeted in a very polite tone: "Good afternoon, Talo, the goddess of poison and disease. Although we may have had a small misunderstanding before, the fact that you are here today means that you don’t take it to heart, right?”
“I know who you are. Just like you know who I am, since you want to study divine power, please show some sincerity.”
Zuo Si unceremoniously interrupted the other party's intention to get closer.
His understanding of Irenicas is even deeper than this man's understanding of himself.
Ever since being deprived of the identity and life essence of the elf by the Elf Queen Elixing and being exiled, Irenicas has actually completely turned into a "madman", which can also be called a "demon" Startled".
In addition to seeking revenge against the elves of Sodanisla, all this guy did was to regain his lost elf identity, and then enter the kingdom of the elven gods as a god - Avand .
As long as this can be achieved, Irenicas can sacrifice everything, give up everything, and even take the huge risk of his life and even his soul being assimilated, corrupted, and eventually becoming a part of Baal, the god of killing.
Although among the many powerful spellcasters in Faerûn who seek to become gods, Erinikas is definitely not the most prepared and the one closest to success, but he is definitely the craziest.
He has no morals and no so-called bottom line.
Coupled with his powerful spellcasting ability and the rational thinking mode he has developed as a mage for a long time, he is simply a super dangerous person like Sammaster, the founder of the Dragon Worship Cult.
After all, sane madmen are more terrifying than those who fall completely into madness.
"Sincerity? What do you want from me?" Irenekas asked with interest, touching his chin.
"It's very simple! I want all the magic knowledge and skills you have at your fingertips. Especially about the magic unique to elves and how to build a mythical lock."
Zuo Si set out the conditions straightforwardly.
Because he knew that the other party would never refuse.
As expected, after pondering for a moment, Irenicas immediately smiled and nodded: "Yes. But in exchange, you have to assist me in researching the mystery of divine power until there are results. Until then."
"No, no, no, you seem to have misunderstood something. I didn't say that I would allow you to use me as a research object, but I would provide you with another target for studying divine power." Correction meaningfully.
Let a madman study you?
What a joke!
There are two sources of power of planeswalkers in his body - "sparks".
Once this thing is discovered and exposed, it will inevitably cause countless troubles and snoops.
“Another goal?”
Erinikas frowned subconsciously.
Obviously, this is completely different from what he thought.
Zuo Si was keenly aware of this and explained in a calm tone: "Somewhere in the sewers of Ascatla, there is a hidden passage leading to ancient underground ruins. As far as I know, there is There is a temple of the ancient sun god Amaunata, and inside the temple, there is an extremely weak saint. I believe that based on your understanding of gods, you should understand the meaning of the saint?"
"Every saint is made up of fragments of divine power!"
Erenikas said the correct answer without even thinking for a second.
After all, the Year of Turmoil had just passed not long ago. At that time, all the gods walked the world as saints. Many ambitious people who wanted to kill gods had collected information in this regard, and he was naturally no exception.
"That's right! All saints contain at least a small fragment of divine power, which is usually much easier to deal with than the fighting incarnation. The most important thing is that Amauna Tower has fallen, so even if you No one would care if he imprisoned his saint for research or cut him into pieces on the dissecting table."
When saying this, Zuo Si's tone revealed. Naked and unabashed temptation.
Of course, he will not tell the other party that there are still a large group of beholders that need to be dealt with on the road to the Sun Temple.
And among this group of beholders are the Eyes of the Elders, which are comparable to high-level spellcasters, and the leader of the group, the Blind Eye, who is superior to the Eyes of the Elders.
The latter is a powerful being who blinded his main eye and gave up his anti-magic stance, and then became an eye mage by learning the power of arcane magic.
Coupled with the Beholder's innate talent for terrifying magic, it can be said that 80% of the Blind Eye's spellcasting ability has reached the "Legendary" level, and it is definitely one of the most difficult enemies to deal with.
When the Mage Tower was just built, Zuo Si had already sent the Shadow Army to investigate the huge and complex sewers of the Gold Coin Capital.
So we know the location of the lair of these beholders and their ambitious plan to turn all humans into their worshipers.
In fact, a transaction like this, in which there is complete distrust of each other and even regard the other party as a potential enemy, is a great test of intelligence gathering capabilities and judgment.
Obviously, Irenekas, who had just arrived, did not have any advantages at all.
After lowering his head and thinking for about two or three minutes, he asked in an uncertain tone: "How do you plan to conduct this transaction?"
"Of course it will be a face-to-face transaction. You give With the corresponding books and notes, I will give you the specific location. Through prophecy magic, it should be easy to locate the temple." Zuo Si calmly gave the solution.
"Sounds good. However, writing books including Magical Mysteries may take a while. I think it is a good choice to trade after two weeks."
No need to ask. I also know that Irenekas is obviously deliberately delaying time and wants to find the location of the temple on his own.
After all, he had collected enough information through the conversation just now.
You can completely use the eight-ring prophecy magic [Perception Location] to detect the Amauna Tower Temple hidden in the sewers.
But Zuo Si didn't panic at all. He smiled and nodded and agreed: "No problem. When you copy down all the knowledge and spells, you can contact me through Lei Yin at any time."
"I will."
Erenikas's eyes flashed with a cunning light.
In this way, the two people's first meeting and mutual testing finally ended.
When she returned to the sewer entrance, Lei Yin immediately couldn't help but ask: "Master, why did you reveal so much information just now? With his spellcasting level and ability, he will definitely try to use prophecy Find it yourself with magic."
Zuo Si shrugged indifferently: "Just go find Irenekas.
If you can find it, I lose. >A saint is a special life form composed of divine power, and any prophecy magic has no effect on it
As for that temple, it not only enshrines a powerful sealed artifact, but its existence itself has long been cursed by strong resentment.
Even if you use the most powerful nine-ring [Wish Technique], it is impossible to get any useful information.
What's more...
Irenikas is not the only one who is interested in that temple. ”
“That’s it! It seems that I am worrying too much. If you don't have any other instructions, I'll go back first. ”
After saying that, Lei Yin put one hand on her chest and bowed, then put on her hood and walked out of the sewer entrance, disappearing into the endless crowd of people in the Woking shopping area.
Just when Zuo Si was about to return to the Mage Tower, he suddenly saw a familiar figure waving to him.
"Zelanora?"
Zuo Si recognized the other party's identity at a glance, and at the same time, he was puzzled that this moon elf, who had just climbed to the top position of the masked mage, appeared in the market. .
Because the Masked Mage Guild almost monopolizes the entire arcane magic resources of Amn.
Normally, the quantity and quality of "contraband items" like those sold at the Adventurer Market are far inferior to the guild's internal supply channels.
However, considering the happy cooperative relationship between the two, Zuo Si still followed up.
After a while, I left the busy shopping mall area and walked to a relatively secluded alley.
After confirming that there were no people or creatures around, Xia En VII stopped, stared at Zuo Si with a slightly strange look, and said meaningfully: "Should I congratulate you first? Successfully controlled the Emerald Society, the second largest spellcasting organization in Amn?”
“Huh?”
Zuo Si, who was a little careless one second, suddenly became sharp and dangerous in the next second.
But before he could ask a question, Xia En VII raised his hand and stopped him with a smile: "Okay, don't be nervous, I was just joking.
In fact, I have no objection to your control of the Emerald Association.
On the contrary!
I can even help you cover up and absorb the entire Emerald Association into a superficial force. It is a semi-independent force of the Masked Mage Guild
Of course, this depends on your personal wishes. "
"How do you know this? Also, why should you help me? "Zuo Si asked with a puzzled look.
"When you were massacring the senior officials of the Emerald Society, one of my men happened to be present and witnessed with his own eyes how you turned their senior officials into your servants. Even including Lei Yin, the most outstanding disciple of Shangla, the Lord of Talisman. As for why I want to help you, of course it is to work together to deal with the entangled talisman. "
Xia En VII did not hide anything and openly stated his intention.
With his profound understanding of magic that is beyond ordinary people, he could easily see the difference in Zuo Si, a chosen one. How many powerful magical powers have been blessed?
In front of such a person, lying and cheating are the most stupid behaviors, bar none.
“Let’s deal with the entangled talisman together?” Zuo Si was stunned for a moment, then showed a very surprised expression. "What's the reason? I don't remember any grudges between the Masked Mage and the Tangled Talisman."
Xia En VII gently shook his head: "No, you are wrong. In fact, we and the Tangled Talisman The battle between the talismans had already begun when they began to infiltrate Amn.
In fact, there was a secret stronghold of the talisman master in Askatra, and they successfully controlled it. Several aristocratic chambers of commerce with certain wealth and power.
If you are interested in this, I can make a copy for you later.
By then you will know how powerful the Entangling Talisman is at secretly infiltrating. ”
“How to cooperate specifically? "Zuo Si continued to test calmly.
Obviously, he did not believe even a word of the reason Zelanora gave just now.
But considering that he could win over a foreign aid Come and deal with the entangled talisman together. The truth is not that important anymore.
Anyway, there will be time in the future to investigate the other party's true identity and intentions.
Seeing that Zuo Si agreed to his request for alliance, Xia En VII suddenly showed a satisfied smile and said to himself: "The first is intelligence sharing.
I need you to provide as much detail as possible about the master of talismans. List, abilities, personality, hobbies, nest location and other information.
Secondly, I hope to know which important families they control in the Calimshan area.
In return, I will choose. Gather strength at the appropriate time to launch a surprise attack on some talisman masters."
Hearing these words, Zuo Si immediately pretended to be dismissive and laughed: "Gather strength? , I don’t think the Masked Mage Guild is qualified to go head-to-head with the Entangled Talisman.”
"Of course the power of the Masked Mage Guild alone is not enough. But don't worry, I still have enough backup. What's more, let the idiots at the top of the Masked Mage Guild die, and then let us carve up this organization, isn't it? Okay?" Xia En VII asked with a half-smile.
"Okay, that's great. But the problem is, I have to know who I'm working with, right?"
Zuo Si used the "Eye of Knowledge" to constantly collect suspicious things about the moon elf in front of him. sign.
But unfortunately, except for some relatively advanced magic constants and a large number of magic items, no valuable information can be found at all.
Because the other party did not use any transformation magic, nor was it an undead creature or aberration.
"Believe me, sometimes knowing too much is not a good thing.
And my hostility towards the Entangled Talisman is not false at all. You should know this best.
Oh, I almost forgot.
Since it is a cooperation, then I, the one who takes advantage, will have to pay something.
This is a "Sandstorm Book" that records many things suitable for people in the world. If you are interested in the spells used in the desert environment, you can take a look. ”
With the last word blurted out, Xia En VII thrust a black-covered book into Zuo Si's hand, and then used the magical transmission ring exclusive to the high-level mage to disappear without a trace.
(End of this chapter)