Apocalyptic Mechanist Section 24

Regardless of what Xi Guang possessed that caused the Sin City council to make such a big fuss, Jiang Xiao only knew one thing.

Only with sufficient strength would he be qualified to investigate all of this.

Chapter 26: Skill Acquired - Research Complete

As noon approached.

Jiang Xiao, who was rapidly flipping through a massive amount of data, suddenly paused, his eyes lighting up slightly.

[Mechanist Specialization Knowledge - "Basic Mechanical Lathe and Milling" and "Basic Data Modeling" have been completed.]

[Gained Professional Experience Points: 300]

[Gained Spirit Energy Experience Points: 3000]

[Acquired Professional Specialization Skill: Basic Machining (Lv1)]

[Basic Machining (Lv1 · 0/10): Efficiency of producing mechanical items +5%, non-essential wear and tear -5% (enhances both manual labor and production lines).]

[Note: Professional skills can only be upgraded with Professional Experience Points. Regardless of skill intensity, the level cap is Lv10 (different quality skills require different experience points for the same level).]

[Hint: Professional Experience Points can be obtained by manufacturing machinery and learning knowledge.]

"Increased production efficiency and reduced wear and tear? Excellent, excellent, a divine skill for a Mechanist."

However, in Jiang Xiao's opinion, while the skill was good, the knowledge and data in his memory were even more satisfying!

With his powerful mechanical talent, this basic data could play an unexpectedly large role. Combining and extending his understanding of it was now effortless for him!

With only one professional skill currently, Jiang Xiao poured all his Professional Experience Points into it, and his Spirit Energy Intensity increased accordingly.

[Basic Machining (Lv5 · 290/320): Efficiency of producing mechanical items +15%, non-essential wear and tear -15%.]

"The experience points double with each level... It's acceptable."

Compared to the benefits brought by efficiency and reduced wear and tear, this amount of experience was insignificant.

After eating a large amount of compressed food and nutrient paste, Jiang Xiao came to the workbench and opened the research tab.

[Research Tab (1/1): Rookie Electromagnetic X-21, Research Progress: 99.99% (estimated 35 seconds remaining).]

[Research Project Completed.]

Instantly, a flood of knowledge far exceeding that of shuttle-shaped bullets surged into his mind. However, with the increase in Jiang Xiao's Spirit Energy Intensity, this amount of information did not cause him discomfort.

Related mechanical structures, electromagnetic application modules, micro-magnetic rail acceleration modules...

Jiang Xiao's smile faded.

He could only understand one-third of the principles. The rest seemed to be missing a lot of lower-level foundational knowledge. At most, he could only understand how to apply it rigidly, without understanding the underlying principles.

In a place like Prison Star, where sufficient equipment is lacking, the most important thing is the technical principles. Otherwise, one wouldn't even know how to simplify and reduce the technical intensity.

Recalling the types of knowledge missing from his memory, Jiang Xiao browsed the directory of data in the terminal.

"Theoretical Electromagnetism and Applied Electromagnetism," "Conventional Energy Control and Conversion."

He found them. Although they were basic theories and formulas from a primitive civilization, combined with the data and knowledge contained within the Rookie Electromagnetic, he was confident he could enhance the Rookie Sniper Rifle!

Before starting to study, Jiang Xiao did not forget to put the mechanical prosthetic body into the research tab.

For the next four to five days, except for going out to relax at night and hunt alien criminals, Jiang Xiao spent all his time in the workshop.

Once, Xi Ling came looking for him. Seeing the door tightly shut, she didn't want to disturb him and had to leave reluctantly.

Second floor of the workshop.

Jiang Xiao watched the projection screen on the wall, nodding occasionally.

Dozens of Sin City Network Terminals and a suitcase-sized terminal below the wall were connected together. The screen they projected seemed to be calculating something.

"Theoretical modeling and data testing have both met the standards. It's time to start the modification."

After listing the required materials and replacement parts, Jiang Xiao took out his terminal and sent it to Xi Ling.

The most crucial precision components had already been prepared over the past two days by collecting materials from broken machinery and using the Precision Industrial Box!

During this time, he had maintained Origin Data's coverage of the Industrial Box to ensure that the defense ships in the sky would not detect any anomalies. This was a precaution.

In fact, since the Black Mech Gang could obtain the box without the Starport's knowledge, they were likely not afraid of the box's data being monitored.

Moreover, the box itself was a standalone device that did not require a network connection. The difficulty of real-time monitoring and analyzing its function was extremely high.

However, it was always better to be safe than sorry.

A moment later, Xi Ling delivered the parts.

"Ms. Xi Ling personally delivered them?" Jiang Xiao opened the door, a smile on his face.

"Yes, I happened to have something to discuss with you."

Jiang Xiao took the suitcase of parts and materials and led Xi Ling up to the second floor.

Seeing the sniper rifle disassembled on the workbench in the corner, a hint of confusion and bewilderment flashed in Xi Ling's eyes. Was it too bold for a novice to experiment with their own weapon?

"What did you need to see me about?"

Jiang Xiao was not polite. While chatting, he began processing the metal materials.

The tone and attitude of Xi Ling indicated that this matter wasn't urgent, otherwise, he wouldn't have adopted such a demeanor.

Xi Ling didn't seem to care about this. He withdrew his gaze and said gravely, "Two days ago, the Starport suddenly announced the lifting of some data technology restrictions. The Sin City Council's suppression of the Spark Gang will likely intensify. It might not be long before the Sin City Council adds a large number of intelligent surveillance devices to Sin City.

It could become very dangerous here then. The Chief asked me to inquire if you plan to relocate your position and equipment."

"Lifting some data technology restrictions?"

Jiang Xiao frowned, immediately stopping what he was doing. "To what extent?"

"Around the late stage of surface civilization."

Late stage of surface civilization... roughly the information technology of the Earth era?

Jiang Xiao breathed a sigh of relief and got busy again. "No need. They can't do anything to me."

These past few days, besides being busy manufacturing parts, he hadn't forgotten to pore over other materials.

Although the restrictions prevented him from directly accessing information technology-related documents, his powerful learning and comprehension abilities allowed him to analyze a lot of basic information technology theories from the existing materials.

He wouldn't claim to be incredibly strong, but with the Origin Data, it wouldn't be difficult to counter the information technology of surface civilization.

Xi Ling said no more, standing silently by the side watching Jiang Xiao move around, operating various equipment.

After preparing all the necessary parts, Jiang Xiao solemnly walked to the workbench and picked up a handheld device to begin assembly and modification.

The body control brought by digitalization demonstrated its powerful effect at this moment!

Whether it was welding seams or assembling precision parts, everything was done methodically without a single mistake. The prepared parts were quickly integrated.

Finally, a brand-new, streamlined black and silver sniper rifle was born under Jiang Xiao's hands!

The blue-purple circuits emitted a faint glow, and the black and silver gun body was highly technological. Even the welding marks, which couldn't be erased due to equipment limitations, looked as exquisite as the scales of a black dragon.

Looking at the sniper rifle, which was 1.3 meters long, Jiang Xiao was extremely satisfied. "From now on, Old Sniper, your name will be Black Dragon."

[Black Dragon Sniper Rifle: Modified from Rookie X-21, possesses stronger range, lethality, and penetration effects. Performance is slightly superior to Rookie Electromagnetic X-24. Can kill Tier 2 ordinary martial artists with sabot bullets] [Optimal Range: 3500 meters] [Note: Cost is comparable to three X-24s. Mass production is not recommended]

Jiang Xiao couldn't do anything about the cost. He used whatever was available on Prison Star. The Mechanical Soldiers deployed by military industrial enterprises were the only high-end materials he could access.

The problem was that they were a bit too high-end.

Without the Precision Industrial Box, it would be impossible to process them.

"A very beautiful firearm. Is this the result of your recent busy work, Mr. Jiang?" Xi Ling praised.

Setting aside its lethality, its appearance was indeed extremely aesthetically pleasing.

Jiang Xiao picked up the Black Dragon Sniper Rifle and smiled. "How about we go test its lethality tonight?"

Xi Ling was startled. "Go where?"

"Kasar Street Block."

Chapter 27: No, You're Actually Going To Do It?

"Directly to Kasar Street Block?"

Xi Ling was astonished, then hesitated. "Isn't that too risky? What if we get locked onto by an Electromagnetic Tank..."

"We'll just be testing the gun outside Kasar Street Block. It might even divert the attention of the Sin City Council and alleviate some of Ms. Xi Guang's pressure," Jiang Xiao added. "As for the Electromagnetic Tanks, I have a special Source Energy secret technique. As long as you stay within two meters of me, Prison Star's detection equipment won't be able to find us for a short period."

Does he really have such a secret technique?

Interfering with detection signals using Source Energy? How have I never heard of this...

Xi Ling was still hesitant. It was understandable; those fifteen Electromagnetic Tanks were too intimidating.

At least, on Prison Star, no one could withstand a direct hit!

However, considering Jiang Xiao dared to smuggle contraband into a mid-level civilization, Xi Ling ultimately chose to trust him. It wasn't strange for someone with access to mid-level civilization resources to possess unknown special secret techniques.

Moreover, Mr. Jiang only recently started studying basic materials. At most, he'd only modified the exterior, so the disturbance should be minor.

She knew the power of the X-21 well; it wasn't very strong. And because its technology was so perfected, even seasoned Mechanists would find it difficult to significantly improve the X-21!

"Then let's go," Xi Ling gritted her teeth.

It was also a good opportunity to check the actual situation in Kasar Street Block and see if she could contact Ms. Xi Guang.

Seeing Xi Ling agree, Jiang Xiao turned and began preparing.

This test firing wasn't just about testing the weapon; its primary purpose was to prove his abilities and strength as a Mechanist to the Spark Gang.

For a Mechanist to develop safely, they couldn't operate alone. Currently, only the Spark Gang on Prison Star could provide him with assistance. Whether it was finding resources or obtaining intelligence, he couldn't do without a faction and allies.

Therefore, he needed to deepen his relationship with the Spark Gang.

Rescuing Xi Guang was clearly an excellent opportunity.