Chapter 610
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Chapter 610
There were significant oddities with large magnetic fields that Anton hadnt experienced when viewing it on a small scale. Before attuning to his latest star he had not encountered magnetism on a relevant scale to hinder or help a cultivator. Rutera had some experience with how they worked, as they were a source of power that did not rely on natural energy- Anton would have to study with them at some point. But for the moment, he remained on Inistra, training Varghese and generally looking for places to spread the anti-Twin Soul Sect techniques.
As promised, he was developing techniques Varghese could use. Instead of simply attracting materials along a path, with sufficient power other behaviors could be observed. That included odd behavior where all movement was resisted, though that generally affected large and regularly shaped materials. That didnt mean he couldnt apply the same effect to weapons, but it was more complicated.
The important thing was, if he could apply such a thing it would be a powerful way to resist most weapons in a way that couldnt be directly overpowered with greater quantities of energy. Anton wasnt quite certain yet, but the way movement was resisted more strongly the faster an incoming object approached didnt seem to cause him to expend more energy sustaining the field. At least, not significantly. Instead, the object fought against itself. If that was true, he could greatly improve his combat effectiveness. At high levels of magnetism, more things were affected than casual observations would indicate.The initial instance of this chapter being available happened at N0v3l.Bin.
Varghese wouldnt be able to achieve such effects, not early at least, but any way to affect an enemys weapons or movements in general that went outside of the expected channels could be powerful. It only took Anton a week to provide a basic version either he or Varghese could develop later. It would serve him throughout Spirit Building, at least.
Now remember, you almost certainly dont want to draw attacks towards your body, Anton said, halting a sword he was holding for the sake of training the young man. He felt the force pulling it closer, but did not let it move. At your level, I would focus on a shell around you. That is the least likely to result in critical flaws.
Varghese nodded, Im trying. However, I cant do as much as I would like throughout the day, with my energy otherwise occupied. You being here to train me whenever I want is already a miracle, but if I could get some of those lodestones for myself
You want a permanent magnet? Anton asked.
I think it would be useful for my studies.
Anton pulled out a bar of iron, reshaping it with his energy and then charging it. The internal structure was realigned to flow in a single direction, unlocking the materials innate magnetism. Im not sure how long it will last, Anton admitted as he tossed it to his student, But it should suffice for some time. Dont fret if you manage to ruin it while experimenting.
Varghese touched it to his sword and found himself almost unable to pull it away- it involved sliding it to a point where it had less contact with the blade. This is quite strong. I can just have this?
Some things of great value to you are not worth so much to others, Anton said. All I ask is that you maintain your principles, continue your training, and pass on knowledge to others once you have a proper understanding.
All, huh, Varghese frowned.
You find that unreasonable? Anton asked.
Not at all. Its just strange. Everyones holding tightly onto their scraps of cultivation knowledge, and here you are giving out astounding knowledge freely.
I will admit, Anton said, Its not an entirely fair comparison. I am wealthy in knowledge. Nothing I do here can give anyone an advantage over me. So it is rather simple to provide whatever I see fit.
I suppose, Varghese admitted, But I have the feeling you would be doing the same if you were much less powerful.
Like anyone, I look out for family and friends first. I simply have the luxury of expanding the field of the latter.
Varghese flipped the iron bar over in his hand, manipulating his energy to have it briefly float before it crashed into his hand, jolting his arm back. Thank you. I can learn much with this and your technique manual.
Do keep it secret, Anton said. For your own sake, really. As you say, people are holding onto their scraps of knowledge. They would take that from you, if you are careless. However, I think you can trust the Iron Plate Mercenaries more than others.
How can you tell? Varghese asked.
Insight. And centuries of experience. Im not going to tell you they are ultimate paragons of virtue who will never harm you. But if you treat them well, they will do the same in return. Captain Sharma recognized your potential, along with Vasudha- though shed be less willing to admit it. Unfortunately, it is here that our time will have to come to an end, for a while.
Of course, Varghese said, his face turning down. You will train others.
Hey, Anton caught his attention, making him look back up. Dont forget youre still my personal disciple. I chose to train you. And training others is just basic math. Even Vincent, our most prolific recruiter, only pulled in some hundreds of individuals. Youll hardly get a world-spanning sect in any reasonable time if its just you.
A world-spanning sect Varghese said dreamily.
Or multi-world. If we werent so far, I would happily consider you a branch. And perhaps some day, if the reach of both of us expands, we will unite. Or stubbornly refuse to agree because of the color of drapes we prefer.
...What? Varghese frowned.
Look, kid, sometimes sects break up over stupid crap.
With that, Anton really did need to get back on track. It was a long journey back home, and he did want to sow more seeds along the way.
-----
Watching a wolf puking its guts wasnt particularly fun for Alva, but Aconite was the one who chose to recover on her own. Alva was of course going to monitor her- stopping Fuzz from butting in was difficult enough. Spikes was willing to go along, as the stone wolf came from a background forged in trials. Not that Fuzz exactly had things easy. He was first found nearly dead, and then unable to control his own body for a while.
So, Alva said to her nephew. What did you learn?
... Thats Im not ready for a hunt.
Pick something else, Alva said.
... Dont chew poisonous plants?
Alva laughed, Hey, Im pretty sure you knew that one already, unlike someone.
I dont know, Chidi said finally.
Youre supposed to say something about teamwork.
More like being saved by someone way stronger, Chidi sighed. We couldnt do it.
You think so? Alva raised her eyebrow, a gesture Chidi might not pick up. The kid was good at sensing movement, but despite how much it seemed like it sometimes he still couldnt actually see. Because I didnt scratch that boar. That was all the two of you. I delayed it for a moment mostly to remind you that I would support you. Just to be clear, I was watching the whole time and I thought you were doing fine.
We almost died.
Thats how you grow, Alva shrugged, In my opinion, you were always on the side of things where you were going to live.
The newly named Aconite grunted in response. Alva had learned to understand Fuzz and his kin- how could she not?- but nothing understandable came out of the young wolf. Well, young by the standards of a wolf with cultivation. More than a decade would put her well past adult age, if she were simply a normal beast. But the intelligence developed by her parents caused her and the other pups to have different growth. Aconite had the physical maturity of and adult wolf, and she likely surpassed them mentally- but with that intelligence came all sort of other problems. Like coming up with ideas to use poison by coating her own fangs with it. That was a move of desperation, but even coating her paws had let some seep in through her pads and the skin beneath her fur.
Alva shook her head. The wolf was now named, and perhaps appropriately. Because while locally aconite or sometimes monkshood were appropriate names, back on Ceretos Anton had introduced it to her as wolfsbane. And given how the wolf almost killed herself, what name could be more appropriate?
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Chapter 610
There were significant oddities with large magnetic fields that Anton hadnt experienced when viewing it on a small scale. Before attuning to his latest star he had not encountered magnetism on a relevant scale to hinder or help a cultivator. Rutera had some experience with how they worked, as they were a source of power that did not rely on natural energy- Anton would have to study with them at some point. But for the moment, he remained on Inistra, training Varghese and generally looking for places to spread the anti-Twin Soul Sect techniques.
As promised, he was developing techniques Varghese could use. Instead of simply attracting materials along a path, with sufficient power other behaviors could be observed. That included odd behavior where all movement was resisted, though that generally affected large and regularly shaped materials. That didnt mean he couldnt apply the same effect to weapons, but it was more complicated.
The important thing was, if he could apply such a thing it would be a powerful way to resist most weapons in a way that couldnt be directly overpowered with greater quantities of energy. Anton wasnt quite certain yet, but the way movement was resisted more strongly the faster an incoming object approached didnt seem to cause him to expend more energy sustaining the field. At least, not significantly. Instead, the object fought against itself. If that was true, he could greatly improve his combat effectiveness. At high levels of magnetism, more things were affected than casual observations would indicate.The initial instance of this chapter being available happened at N0v3l.Bin.
Varghese wouldnt be able to achieve such effects, not early at least, but any way to affect an enemys weapons or movements in general that went outside of the expected channels could be powerful. It only took Anton a week to provide a basic version either he or Varghese could develop later. It would serve him throughout Spirit Building, at least.
Now remember, you almost certainly dont want to draw attacks towards your body, Anton said, halting a sword he was holding for the sake of training the young man. He felt the force pulling it closer, but did not let it move. At your level, I would focus on a shell around you. That is the least likely to result in critical flaws.
Varghese nodded, Im trying. However, I cant do as much as I would like throughout the day, with my energy otherwise occupied. You being here to train me whenever I want is already a miracle, but if I could get some of those lodestones for myself
You want a permanent magnet? Anton asked.
I think it would be useful for my studies.
Anton pulled out a bar of iron, reshaping it with his energy and then charging it. The internal structure was realigned to flow in a single direction, unlocking the materials innate magnetism. Im not sure how long it will last, Anton admitted as he tossed it to his student, But it should suffice for some time. Dont fret if you manage to ruin it while experimenting.
Varghese touched it to his sword and found himself almost unable to pull it away- it involved sliding it to a point where it had less contact with the blade. This is quite strong. I can just have this?
Some things of great value to you are not worth so much to others, Anton said. All I ask is that you maintain your principles, continue your training, and pass on knowledge to others once you have a proper understanding.
All, huh, Varghese frowned.
You find that unreasonable? Anton asked.
Not at all. Its just strange. Everyones holding tightly onto their scraps of cultivation knowledge, and here you are giving out astounding knowledge freely.
I will admit, Anton said, Its not an entirely fair comparison. I am wealthy in knowledge. Nothing I do here can give anyone an advantage over me. So it is rather simple to provide whatever I see fit.
I suppose, Varghese admitted, But I have the feeling you would be doing the same if you were much less powerful.
Like anyone, I look out for family and friends first. I simply have the luxury of expanding the field of the latter.
Varghese flipped the iron bar over in his hand, manipulating his energy to have it briefly float before it crashed into his hand, jolting his arm back. Thank you. I can learn much with this and your technique manual.
Do keep it secret, Anton said. For your own sake, really. As you say, people are holding onto their scraps of knowledge. They would take that from you, if you are careless. However, I think you can trust the Iron Plate Mercenaries more than others.
How can you tell? Varghese asked.
Insight. And centuries of experience. Im not going to tell you they are ultimate paragons of virtue who will never harm you. But if you treat them well, they will do the same in return. Captain Sharma recognized your potential, along with Vasudha- though shed be less willing to admit it. Unfortunately, it is here that our time will have to come to an end, for a while.
Of course, Varghese said, his face turning down. You will train others.
Hey, Anton caught his attention, making him look back up. Dont forget youre still my personal disciple. I chose to train you. And training others is just basic math. Even Vincent, our most prolific recruiter, only pulled in some hundreds of individuals. Youll hardly get a world-spanning sect in any reasonable time if its just you.
A world-spanning sect Varghese said dreamily.
Or multi-world. If we werent so far, I would happily consider you a branch. And perhaps some day, if the reach of both of us expands, we will unite. Or stubbornly refuse to agree because of the color of drapes we prefer.
...What? Varghese frowned.
Look, kid, sometimes sects break up over stupid crap.
With that, Anton really did need to get back on track. It was a long journey back home, and he did want to sow more seeds along the way.
-----
Watching a wolf puking its guts wasnt particularly fun for Alva, but Aconite was the one who chose to recover on her own. Alva was of course going to monitor her- stopping Fuzz from butting in was difficult enough. Spikes was willing to go along, as the stone wolf came from a background forged in trials. Not that Fuzz exactly had things easy. He was first found nearly dead, and then unable to control his own body for a while.
So, Alva said to her nephew. What did you learn?
... Thats Im not ready for a hunt.
Pick something else, Alva said.
... Dont chew poisonous plants?
Alva laughed, Hey, Im pretty sure you knew that one already, unlike someone.
I dont know, Chidi said finally.
Youre supposed to say something about teamwork.
More like being saved by someone way stronger, Chidi sighed. We couldnt do it.
You think so? Alva raised her eyebrow, a gesture Chidi might not pick up. The kid was good at sensing movement, but despite how much it seemed like it sometimes he still couldnt actually see. Because I didnt scratch that boar. That was all the two of you. I delayed it for a moment mostly to remind you that I would support you. Just to be clear, I was watching the whole time and I thought you were doing fine.
We almost died.
Thats how you grow, Alva shrugged, In my opinion, you were always on the side of things where you were going to live.
The newly named Aconite grunted in response. Alva had learned to understand Fuzz and his kin- how could she not?- but nothing understandable came out of the young wolf. Well, young by the standards of a wolf with cultivation. More than a decade would put her well past adult age, if she were simply a normal beast. But the intelligence developed by her parents caused her and the other pups to have different growth. Aconite had the physical maturity of and adult wolf, and she likely surpassed them mentally- but with that intelligence came all sort of other problems. Like coming up with ideas to use poison by coating her own fangs with it. That was a move of desperation, but even coating her paws had let some seep in through her pads and the skin beneath her fur.
Alva shook her head. The wolf was now named, and perhaps appropriately. Because while locally aconite or sometimes monkshood were appropriate names, back on Ceretos Anton had introduced it to her as wolfsbane. And given how the wolf almost killed herself, what name could be more appropriate?
Chapter 610There were significant oddities with large magnetic fields that Anton hadnt experienced when viewing it on a small scale. Before attuning to his latest star he had not encountered magnetism on a relevant scale to hinder or help a cultivator. Rutera had some experience with how they worked, as they were a source of power that did not rely on natural energy- Anton would have to study with them at some point. But for the moment, he remained on Inistra, training Varghese and generally looking for places to spread the anti-Twin Soul Sect techniques.As promised, he was developing techniques Varghese could use. Instead of simply attracting materials along a path, with sufficient power other behaviors could be observed. That included odd behavior where all movement was resisted, though that generally affected large and regularly shaped materials. That didnt mean he couldnt apply the same effect to weapons, but it was more complicated.The important thing was, if he could apply such a thing it would be a powerful way to resist most weapons in a way that couldnt be directly overpowered with greater quantities of energy. Anton wasnt quite certain yet, but the way movement was resisted more strongly the faster an incoming object approached didnt seem to cause him to expend more energy sustaining the field. At least, not significantly. Instead, the object fought against itself. If that was true, he could greatly improve his combat effectiveness. At high levels of magnetism, more things were affected than casual observations would indicate.The initial instance of this chapter being available happened at N0v3l.Bin.Varghese wouldnt be able to achieve such effects, not early at least, but any way to affect an enemys weapons or movements in general that went outside of the expected channels could be powerful. It only took Anton a week to provide a basic version either he or Varghese could develop later. It would serve him throughout Spirit Building, at least.Now remember, you almost certainly dont want to draw attacks towards your body, Anton said, halting a sword he was holding for the sake of training the young man. He felt the force pulling it closer, but did not let it move. At your level, I would focus on a shell around you. That is the least likely to result in critical flaws.Varghese nodded, Im trying. However, I cant do as much as I would like throughout the day, with my energy otherwise occupied. You being here to train me whenever I want is already a miracle, but if I could get some of those lodestones for myselfYou want a permanent magnet? Anton asked.I think it would be useful for my studies.Anton pulled out a bar of iron, reshaping it with his energy and then charging it. The internal structure was realigned to flow in a single direction, unlocking the materials innate magnetism. Im not sure how long it will last, Anton admitted as he tossed it to his student, But it should suffice for some time. Dont fret if you manage to ruin it while experimenting.Varghese touched it to his sword and found himself almost unable to pull it away- it involved sliding it to a point where it had less contact with the blade. This is quite strong. I can just have this?Some things of great value to you are not worth so much to others, Anton said. All I ask is that you maintain your principles, continue your training, and pass on knowledge to others once you have a proper understanding.All, huh, Varghese frowned.You find that unreasonable? Anton asked.Not at all. Its just strange. Everyones holding tightly onto their scraps of cultivation knowledge, and here you are giving out astounding knowledge freely.I will admit, Anton said, Its not an entirely fair comparison. I am wealthy in knowledge. Nothing I do here can give anyone an advantage over me. So it is rather simple to provide whatever I see fit.I suppose, Varghese admitted, But I have the feeling you would be doing the same if you were much less powerful.Like anyone, I look out for family and friends first. I simply have the luxury of expanding the field of the latter.Varghese flipped the iron bar over in his hand, manipulating his energy to have it briefly float before it crashed into his hand, jolting his arm back. Thank you. I can learn much with this and your technique manual.Do keep it secret, Anton said. For your own sake, really. As you say, people are holding onto their scraps of knowledge. They would take that from you, if you are careless. However, I think you can trust the Iron Plate Mercenaries more than others.How can you tell? Varghese asked.Insight. And centuries of experience. Im not going to tell you they are ultimate paragons of virtue who will never harm you. But if you treat them well, they will do the same in return. Captain Sharma recognized your potential, along with Vasudha- though shed be less willing to admit it. Unfortunately, it is here that our time will have to come to an end, for a while.Of course, Varghese said, his face turning down. You will train others.Hey, Anton caught his attention, making him look back up. Dont forget youre still my personal disciple. I chose to train you. And training others is just basic math. Even Vincent, our most prolific recruiter, only pulled in some hundreds of individuals. Youll hardly get a world-spanning sect in any reasonable time if its just you.A world-spanning sect Varghese said dreamily.Or multi-world. If we werent so far, I would happily consider you a branch. And perhaps some day, if the reach of both of us expands, we will unite. Or stubbornly refuse to agree because of the color of drapes we prefer....What? Varghese frowned.Look, kid, sometimes sects break up over stupid crap.With that, Anton really did need to get back on track. It was a long journey back home, and he did want to sow more seeds along the way.-----Watching a wolf puking its guts wasnt particularly fun for Alva, but Aconite was the one who chose to recover on her own. Alva was of course going to monitor her- stopping Fuzz from butting in was difficult enough. Spikes was willing to go along, as the stone wolf came from a background forged in trials. Not that Fuzz exactly had things easy. He was first found nearly dead, and then unable to control his own body for a while.So, Alva said to her nephew. What did you learn?... Thats Im not ready for a hunt.Pick something else, Alva said.... Dont chew poisonous plants?Alva laughed, Hey, Im pretty sure you knew that one already, unlike someone.I dont know, Chidi said finally.Youre supposed to say something about teamwork.More like being saved by someone way stronger, Chidi sighed. We couldnt do it.You think so? Alva raised her eyebrow, a gesture Chidi might not pick up. The kid was good at sensing movement, but despite how much it seemed like it sometimes he still couldnt actually see. Because I didnt scratch that boar. That was all the two of you. I delayed it for a moment mostly to remind you that I would support you. Just to be clear, I was watching the whole time and I thought you were doing fine.We almost died.Thats how you grow, Alva shrugged, In my opinion, you were always on the side of things where you were going to live.The newly named Aconite grunted in response. Alva had learned to understand Fuzz and his kin- how could she not?- but nothing understandable came out of the young wolf. Well, young by the standards of a wolf with cultivation. More than a decade would put her well past adult age, if she were simply a normal beast. But the intelligence developed by her parents caused her and the other pups to have different growth. Aconite had the physical maturity of and adult wolf, and she likely surpassed them mentally- but with that intelligence came all sort of other problems. Like coming up with ideas to use poison by coating her own fangs with it. That was a move of desperation, but even coating her paws had let some seep in through her pads and the skin beneath her fur. Alva shook her head. The wolf was now named, and perhaps appropriately. Because while locally aconite or sometimes monkshood were appropriate names, back on Ceretos Anton had introduced it to her as wolfsbane. And given how the wolf almost killed herself, what name could be more appropriate?
