bookandnovel Chapter 23 Brain Brain, I am Gebu, please speak.
Chapter 23 Brain Brain, I am Gebu, please speak.
In the meditation space, Geb hesitated as he faced the three options offered by the last node of the rune.
[0st Ring Spell]
【Repair Techniques】
A spellcaster can use magic to repair a break or crack on an item. As long as the gap is no more than 30 centimeters, the spellcaster can repair it without leaving a trace.
[Communication Techniques]
The caster uses telepathy to transmit a message to a target within 30 meters. This message can only be heard by the recipient, and after the message ends, the recipient can choose to reply in the same way.
【Clay Sculpting Technique】
The caster selects a 0.1 cubic meter space of soil or rock within a 10-meter radius, and slowly moves, shapes, or marks it; the effect lasts for one hour.
Compared to the previous three times, the three options shown in this rune all look so tempting!
First, let's talk about the [Repair] skill. For a low-level goblin like Geb who is used to being poor, being able to fix something that is broken is more enjoyable than getting something new.
Moreover, this magical repair leaves no trace, which leaves a lot of room for various fancy operations.
For example, buying damaged items, repairing them, and then selling them at full price.
For example, if a document or book is missing crucial information, can this spell restore that information?
For example, if you lose an arm in battle... reattach it, use a healing spell, and keep fighting!
This last one might not work; a level 0 spell probably wouldn't have such a strong effect.
Next is [Communication Techniques].
This spell may seem insignificant, but it is extremely useful.
Through learning [Summoning Familiars], Gebu deeply realized the importance of "information".
Only by witnessing and overhearing the plot of Bu Gaoxing and Nian'er could he counter their moves and eliminate the chubby boy without bloodshed. Bu Gaoxing could only rage in vain.
Gebu is currently fighting alone, but if he wants to get rid of the old shaman later, he won't be able to do it all by himself.
We need allies... no, we need subordinates.
Through communication techniques, one can subtly transmit information to subordinates and manipulate their actions.
Even if there are fewer people, if they can act without any gaps and unite their strength into one, they can achieve great things with little effort. The old shaman's group of goblins, each with their own ulterior motives, are no match for them.
Moreover, if Gebu wanted to recruit followers, playing tricks was the most effective way.
By using Magnubier's name, they intimidated these kids and got them to work for them.
What could be more intimidating than speaking directly into someone's mind?
Finally, there's the [Clay Sculpting Technique].
This spell doesn't have many fancy tricks; it's simple and easy to use. From digging holes to setting traps and clearing obstacles, it can save a lot of effort.
Oh dear, wanting all three is such a happy dilemma! Can't you all be my wings?
Geb grabbed his long ears and anxiously spun around in place.
Comparing these three level 0 spells, the first one to be eliminated is Earth Shaping.
The reason is simple: this spell can be replaced to some extent by goblin laborers. The other two won't work. Once we recruit some minions, we can have them dig in the dirt.
In this day and age, cattle and horses are the least valuable things.
After hesitating between [Repair] and [Communication] for a while, Gebu ultimately chose the latter. The intimidating effect of Communication was something Gebu needed more urgently at the moment.
One day, Geb will learn all these level 0 spells. They don't consume ring slots and can be cast without limit; learning them is a sure-fire way to make money.
With that thought in mind, Geb reluctantly abandoned the other two options and reached out to touch the [Communication Spell].
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The trial to break through the communication spell was unexpectedly difficult... truly worthy of being the last hurdle before obtaining the wizard rank.
Looking at the brain floating in the air in front of him, Gebu couldn't help but feel nauseous.
The pink brain was wet, with liquid constantly dripping from its surface, pattering onto the ground.
So, what the Book of Sand describes as transmitting information through telepathy really means placing information in other people's minds. This idea of etheric visualization is far too concrete.
It's so specific it's disgusting!
Just as Gebu covered his mouth, trying to hold back from spitting it out, the Book of Sand revealed new information.
Etheric Resonance
According to the theory presented in "Etherism: The Fundamental Method of Meditation", the way a spellcaster communicates with the ether is not through any physical contact, but through an invisible, colorless, and undetectable remote resonance.
The flowing ether is like water in a well. Calling upon it with a sound of a specific frequency can create ripples from a distance, awakening the energy contained within the ether and causing it to begin moving in a specific form, thereby achieving the effect required by the caster, whether it is transmitting information or generating energy.
This phenomenon of etheric resonance is instantaneous, faster than the transmission of sound or even light. This is the theoretical basis for remote spellcasting. Sharing sensory experiences with a magical pet remotely utilizes a similar method.
Gebu carefully considered the words above, combining them with the description of the communication technique: he wanted to use etheric resonance to transmit information to that brain through the flowing ether.
Or, to put it another way, generate information directly in your mind.
"Ah," Geb said to his brain.
The brain did not respond.
"ah--"
"..."
"Hello, brain."
"..."
This brain is not connected to any sensory organs, so it cannot hear Geb speaking.
Hmm... I need to find my rhythm.
Gebu massaged his cheeks, preparing himself. He not only had to speak, but he also had to say things that, literally, resonated with people's hearts and touched the very depths of their minds.
He stared intently at that pinkish-white head, as if he wanted to see right through it.
Brain...
Pig brains...
Pig brains...
Marinated with salt, fennel, chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and black pepper, then cooked with potato chips and greens, and drizzled with a spoonful of boiling hot oil before serving...
So fragrant.
Gebu couldn't help but drool.
The brain seemed to detect the goblin's longing gaze and twitched.
Huh? There's a response?
"Brain, brain, this is Gebu, please respond."
"..."
No response.
Hey! Trying to mess with me, huh! Gebu got angry. He stared intently at the brain, thinking about how to deal with it, and then circled around it menacingly.
One lap, two laps, three laps, four laps, five laps.
"Brain, brain, this is Gebu, reply now!"
"..."
Five laps, five laps, five laps, six laps, seven laps.
He had previously learned the skill of using spells remotely by studying [Summoning Familiars], and now he uses Etheric Resonance to communicate. Although the operation is different, the principle is actually the same.
Once you've mastered the practical skills, turning your attention to theoretical studies will make all the difference!
In less than half an hour, Gebbu, ravenously hungry, finally began to function. It trembled under the goblin's hungry gaze.
"Answer me now, you brain-dead monster!" the goblin said fiercely through its mind.
"..."
"Make a sound!"
"..."
"..."
"……squeak."
The brain replied.
[Communication Skill] Acquired!
Node breakthrough 4/4!
0-ring Wizard Rune unlocked!
The instant Geb broke through the node, the light path rotated with the circular rune, rushed through the node, completed the loop, and then the rune rose from the floor, changed, shrank, and then landed perfectly on the Book of Sand flying towards him.
"Done! Can I upgrade now?!"
Gebu excitedly ran to the Book of Sand, his amber eyes brimming with longing and excitement.
"Can I turn into a human now?!"
The Book of Sand, however, kept the characters a mystery, with the text disappearing and reappearing without a fixed form.
What's wrong? Did it freeze? Wait a minute! It's about to update and it's crashed?!
Goblin was so anxious he was jumping up and down; the little goblin's temper was about to burst.
After a long while, the Book of Sand slowly revealed a new, unfamiliar term.
The last trial an apprentice must pass before obtaining a wizard rank is:
[The Burial at Deep Well]