chsdbacks Chapter 215 Silver Society Benefits, Recognition, Cassius's Astonishment
Chapter 215 Silver Society Benefits, Recognition, Cassius's Astonishment
Chapter 215 Silver Society Benefits, Recognition, Cassius's Astonishment
the next day.
Ian went to the address on the envelope.
It wasn't near the elemental veins, but rather a hilly area within the academy's grounds, and a few somewhat ancient-looking white towers.
It looked like a deserted area.
The final destination was one of the three-story white wizard towers, leaning against the ground.
Ian hesitated slightly.
He took out a silver ring, put it on, and the space in front of him immediately rippled, like layers of water—"interesting."
Ian squinted and went inside.
Passing through the curtain, a room appeared before him, with an archway leading to a lower level of the ground.
There is no danger.
Ian slowly walked in.
Behind the door was a magnificent hall.
Bright light shone from the ceiling, illuminating the area in front of us, while the walls were made of dark wooden frames that reached all the way to the ceiling.
Several large tables were set up in the room, and a few wizards sat in the distance, looking down at documents.
It looks very ordinary!
"Ian!"
A familiar voice came from behind him, and Ian turned his head to look.
"Ms. Diana."
Ian turned his head and saw Ms. Diana. She was wearing a form-fitting gray robe, her figure was stunning, a stark contrast to her previous loose robes. "Come on, let me show you around and introduce you to the organization of this place, as well as the benefits for trainees," Diana said.
Ian's eyes lit up.
He quickly gained a general understanding of the place.
The Silver Society is divided into three main departments: the Knowledge Department, the Communication Department, and the Resources Department.
"Since you've just joined, you're a trainee member, and you can borrow three Level 1 materials for free each year."
"In the private library," Diana said, turning to Ian.
Ian nodded.
Ian casually picked up a book—an experimental manuscript by an ancient fire wizard in the late first stage of the first level—and marked it as a first-level document.
He quickly scanned the bookshelves and found that they contained mostly unorganized, original research materials: experimental records, observational data, and even just conjectures.
It is completely different from the systematic and generalized knowledge in college libraries.
Ian instantly understood the value: these raw materials could greatly shorten research time and accelerate the growth of proficiency.
"Joining the Society has enormous benefits for scholars. Once you become a full scholar, you can borrow more valuable materials, and even materials and facilities from other departments, including the Society's private laboratories," Diana explained to Ian.
Ian felt short of breath.
Leaving aside the even more valuable information.
However, the academy was able to obtain information from other departments, even though there are some barriers between different departments.
Not to mention using the facilities.
For example, if he had been able to use the facilities of the Molten Institute back then, he wouldn't have needed to go to the Lava Crystal Mine.
And almost every courtyard has a suitable elemental environment.
The Shishouin Temple is good because of its balance, but it is also bad because of its balance.
"How do I advance to become a full-fledged scholar?" Ian asked instinctively.
"Naturally, it's about creating more knowledge and research," Diana explained. "Within the Society, besides the president and the academic committee, there are three levels: trainee scholars (or trainee members), scholars, and senior scholars. Each level is completely different."
To become a scholar, one needs to publish at least one article in Q2 journals, two articles in Q3 journals, or lead two academically recognized junior research projects, or accumulate 3000 academic credits.
"credit?"
Ian was puzzled.
"You can earn credits for solving problems within the association and publishing papers. You can use these credits to ask more senior scholars for help, use the lab, and borrow materials. For example, if you publish an article in Zone 2, you'll get 1,000 credits, which can be exchanged for a lot of resources," Diana said.
"So that's how it is."
Ian nodded.
He had gained a general understanding of the society; it was essentially a small academy.
However, the academy uses strength and contribution points, while here it uses knowledge and credits.
Moreover, compared to the academy, the knowledge here is more fragmented, much of it is incomplete, but through academics, one can overcome various obstacles in the academy.
Moreover, some of the research here...
It's just some knowledge that can improve talent points, and even some basic research on fire runes. If he chooses to do so, it can shorten his learning time.
The only problem is that trainee scholars still have too few privileges.
But it's enough for him now.
"Go to the exchange meetings; the association holds exchange meetings almost every month or quarter."
Diana then led Ian to a small hall on one side of the Academy.
There are now about five wizards here, all wearing silver rings, which proves that they are all apprentices.
As soon as Ian entered, the wizards turned to look at him, scanning him up and down.
"Ian Green, Four Symbols Institute, Apprentice Scholar."
Ian introduced himself.
"Chahara, Molten Core Institute, Apprentice Scholar." A short, stocky wizard with red hair and beard spoke first, looking at Ian curiously: "You're the author of Fire Emblem Runes, aren't you? We can chat sometime?"
"Hugo Westin, Winterfell Institute, Apprentice Scholar." Another wizard in an ice-blue robe looked at him with a scrutinizing gaze, implying comparison.
"Westin, Joshua, Reed."
The other wizards looked at them with scrutiny, some with suspicion and others with indifference.
Ian also noticed that, apart from himself, all the wizards present were at the mid-stage of the first ring.
Ian had also heard of the name Hugo.
After thinking for a moment, Ian remembered that this person seemed to have published an article in Elemental Latitude and Longitude last year, and was also considered a rising academic star in the academy.
"Alright, now that we've gotten to know each other, let's encourage communication, but focus more on substantive research." Ms. Diana clapped her hands, drawing everyone's attention.
"Today is just a monthly exchange meeting, mainly for everyone to talk about their recent research challenges, small discoveries, or hypotheses that need to be verified collaboratively."
Chahara spoke first, describing the explosion problem that was easily encountered when extracting the blood of a fire-attribute magical beast.
Hugo calmly proposed the idea of introducing a "buffer medium," and the two quickly began a discussion.
Other scholars either listened or pondered.
Ian listened quietly, a faint light flickering in his mind's eye on the panel.
He was quite knowledgeable about this, having studied both fire-attribute runes and underground fire lizards extensively.
"Ian, what do you think?" Suddenly, Chahara turned to look at Ian, and the others also looked over.
His gaze was scrutinizing.
Perhaps it also carried a sense of testing, as Diana watched this scene with a half-smile.
He was also curious whether Ian, the wizard who published his paper using fire-attribute runes, had any thoughts on the matter.
This problem is not difficult.
If the problem cannot be solved, it can only mean that publishing the previous paper was mostly due to luck, and this will also determine the attitude of the wizards present towards him.
Feeling the gazes of everyone.
Ian gathered his thoughts and calmly said, "Perhaps we don't need to introduce complicated external materials."
All eyes were on them.
Ian pondered for a moment and said, "I have three initial ideas..."
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Three types?
Everyone frowned.
Ian remained calm. Those master-level fire runes were no joke; his understanding of fire was something even most late-game wizards might not be able to match.
The scholars initially didn't take it seriously, but as they listened, their expressions gradually changed.
It seems that all three are indeed possible.
"Scholar Ian, may I speak with you privately later? I'll offer you academic credits."
Chahala looked excited.
"Can.
Ian nodded.
At this moment, the other wizards looked at Ian in a completely different way. Clearly, Ian's answer just now proved that he had a deep understanding of fire elemental runes.
It wasn't luck.
For a moment, the way everyone looked at Ian softened considerably.
finally.
The exchange ended an hour later.
"If you need any help in the future, you can come to Molten Core to find me," Chahara said, and the other wizards introduced themselves to Ian.
In no time, Ian got to know several wizards from different academies, and they were all at least in the mid-stage of the first ring.
This made Ian instantly realize the advantages of learning.
This can broaden his social circle at the college.
Although these things may seem useless now, they might come in handy someday.
"The association holds monthly exchange meetings and occasional lectures by scholars throughout the year, which will be announced by the Silver Ring Association."
Diana gave a final reminder.
"clear."
Ian nodded.
The learning process has come to a temporary end.
But the more important thing was to break through to the mid-stage of the first ring, so Ian thought for a moment and used all his contribution points to buy mental energy crystals and purification potions.
He then boarded the airship back to the mine, and just as he stepped onto the airship, he received a message from Kieran.
Tell him that he has already made arrangements for Cassius Silverleaf.
This also relieved Ian.
"Finally, we're out of the academy's territory."
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Meanwhile, on the other side, Cassius Silverleaf also received news of Ian's departure, and a hint of cruelty appeared in his eyes.
He had no intention of fulfilling the two-year agreement at all.
This was just to lull Ian into a false sense of security; he planned to make his move once Ian left!
Bang bang bang!
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. When he opened it, a wizard from the Molten Core Academy said, "Cassius, it's an urgent mission from the academy. There might be a small-scale war. We're leaving in an hour. Make plenty of preparations. It's expected to take at least a year."
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