172. Jayce's Encounters in Ixialia

Upon learning about the reinforcements brought by Yuan Chen, the scholars, who had been tense, relaxed a little.

Nedeli, Nila, Jax were formidable, but the people of Ixialia didn't fully appreciate their strength. In contrast, after hearing of the appearance of the Monolith Fortress—

Even at the core of the Monolith Fortress, people still felt a strong sense of surprise.

This joy even somewhat dispelled the gloom that preceded the war.

"Then let's not delay and begin preparations immediately."

King Yuen spoke, he suddenly paused, looked at Yuan Chen and the others, and asked:

"If it's war... what should be done with those Piltover?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen nodded thoughtfully.

Originally, Yuan Chen brought Jayce and the others back with the intention of "gently" changing Ixialia's stubborn conservatism through the impact of his ideas and culture.

But things are different now... The force of the Void invasion is far more powerful than a mental shock.

Indeed, although people have not yet expressed their opinions, the conflict between conservatives and reformers has been greatly reduced through this common enemy of Ixialia.

The best way to resolve conflict is to find someone you both dislike – the ancients were right.

Thinking about it, Yuan Chen shrugged:

"Since they're here too, that's perfect. Let them experience the dangers of the Void as well, so that when they return to the Valoran Continent, they can more quickly unite with like-minded individuals to join the great cause of protecting Runeterra."

He paused, then, though Yuan Chen knew it was somewhat immoral, he considered that when the nest is overturned, no egg remains unbroken, and no one can remain unscathed in the face of the Void's invasion.

Gradually, Yuan Chen's heart hardened.

"Look at how the Vidalion Loom can mass-produce Hex Crystal. If possible, within a limited time, Ixialia's city defenses might be able to reach a whole new level!"

Even Yuan Chen couldn't be certain of the exact composition of the original Hex Crystal.

Even now, Yuan Chen has never actually come into contact with even a single raw Hex Crystal.

The only few that were ever made contact with were Camille's heart and Ekko's Z-Drive.

However, since the forging process is complete, even the effect gained from the Scout Skill is only the effect of the equipment, not the effect or origin of the original Hex Crystal.

Even without the original Hex Crystal, these Hextech craftsmen can still produce a large number of defensive and counter-attack devices in a short period of time, provided there are enough Hex Crystal of the standard standard.

Putting aside other things, most scholars who graduated from Piltover University have experience in assembling and manufacturing automated defense robots and automated directional artillery.

After determining how to arrange the scholars from Piltover, Yuan Chen, King Yuen, and others began discussing the allocation of personnel.

Nila, Jax, Nedeli need no further explanation.

As an ally willing to help Ixialia resist the Void, Ixialia treated him with the highest level of courtesy.

The stripping experiments for the Uroa's Elixir were led by Sem Therm.

Its main purpose is to eliminate the side effects and separate the remaining seed of will of the Dreadlord Uroa from the classical era, so that the potion itself can be transformed into a harmless inheritance and enhancement potion, so as to maximize its effectiveness in battle.

The Dark Descendant Crystal are currently being held temporarily by King Yuen.

Sealed within the Dark Descendant Crystal, Tyrant Ne'Zuk's consciousness remains dormant. Before it's certain whether Ne'Zuk has succumbed to madness, King Yuen does not intend to make any physical contact.

"I will transfer it to the Vidalion Loom."

King Yuen the Dark Descendant Crystal in his hands through the silk, looked at Yuan Chen and said:

"Vidalion Supreme is capable of reweaving material forms; in this process, we can separate the consciousness of the Ne'Zuk ancestor from the crystal itself."

"In that case, even if our ancestors have been driven mad and lost their reason, they will not be able to reclaim their power."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen simply waved his hand dismissively.

"Ne'Zuk is Yixialian; you don't need to ask me how to deal with him."

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, King Yuen shook his head and said:

"While we cannot be certain, it is possible that the Ne'Zuk communicated with Your Excellency, past or future, before the Void Wars of Ancient Shurima. Although we cannot be certain, even if it is only a one in ten thousand possibility, we still need to confirm it."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen nodded seriously.

"Okay, I'll be there as soon as possible."

Not long after completing the setup, Jayce, who was strolling around Yishuaoken in Piltover's city center under the guidance of the Road Protector, noticed a change in the atmosphere of the city.

Although he is a somewhat arrogant, even haughty, nerdy guy, Jayce's abilities are undeniable.

Upon arriving at Yishuaoken and witnessing this omnipresent knowledge, known as the Yuan Chu Axiom, which is almost integrated into everyone's lives, even Jayce couldn't help but feel awe as he walked.

When Jayce first heard about Ixialia, he was very confused by the Ixialia Yuan Chen mentioned...

To be honest, I didn't care much.

In Jayce's eyes, even if the so-called Yuan Chu Axiom are very similar to Hextech, the final result should be like Piltover, where only a handful of people can master such advanced technology.

Many more, perhaps, don't even qualify as apprentices?

Just like the common people in Piltover's Upper City --

Even though they are proud of Piltover as a free and City of Progress, it is undeniable that they are merely using it and do not know, or even understand, how those Hextech work.

But when Jayce actually arrived in Yishuaoken and began his tour, Jayce finally discovered just how pervasive Ixialia's Yuan Chu Axiom had become.

It's no exaggeration to say that any random food vendor on the street has mastered the Fire Axiom.

While not considered powerful, such a level of Spellcasting would still be comparable to the elite guards of city-state lords on the Valoran Continent!

And this level of quality is something you can see quite often in Yishuaoken, if not everywhere.

Magical knowledge that is treasured by outsiders, something they would rather die than casually pass on to outsiders, seems to be completely open here...

No, that's not right.

These are all very basic magical theories, which are also used in the early stages of Hextech.

Thinking this, Jayce relaxed a little—indeed, truly profound knowledge, no matter where it is, cannot be easily imparted.

Just then, Jayce arrived at the classroom inside the giant tower.

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