The Dwarves' capital, Hadenfell.
Although it had initially been nothing more than the Dwarves' homeland, over nearly two years of development, its original significance had been supplanted by that of a city of scholars housing the most advanced Mage Technology.
To accommodate the different races living together, its iron-gray aesthetic had gradually given way to more new, brightly colored buildings as times changed.
And in Nature Park, which had the largest number of students from other races, Riku was strolling through a scenic park with an old friend.
"Riku, you really are a genius!"
As the representative of the Dwarves and a master of Mage Technology, Roni now held a position of considerable importance. Whether spent on research or government affairs, every second of his time was precious.
But to him, talking with Riku was clearly more important than anything else.
Even setting aside Riku's position as the representative of Imanity and their camaraderie from that year of war, their past interactions had made Roni understand that Riku was a genius who transcended the limitations of his race, in no way inferior to himself.
"Implanting Mage Technology directly into the body, even replacing certain organs, not only frees Dwarves from the drawback of being unable to cast spells without Spirit Garments, but also adds plenty of superior functions. Most importantly, it lowers the barrier to entry considerably. Even other races can gain greater strength through modifications like these!"
Although the invisible rules of this world meant there were almost no crimes that could actually be carried out, as survivors of the Great War, they had retained their development of magic and the military applications of Mage Technology.
And with a certain One True God's tacit approval, research of this kind had become a popular trend.
With such an accomplishment achieved