HeartOfFerria
The Sleepy Magician
Luka and Whacko
Luka stared dully at the man. “I learned of the gloscan crystals, thats why I came back. I intend to do research on them and further improve them., minerals are my field of research afterall, oh and ill also need a chunk of itika.” She added plainly. She seemed unconcerned with the reprocussions of such a request.
Whacko tilted his head to the side. This was certainly interesting. She didn't had a Gloscan of her own? He thought Nero gave one to each student once deemed necessary.
"Interesting, Miss Rabbi. So, you plan on further investigating the advantages of using the Viela ore. Or as you know it, a Gloscan Crystal," Whacko said camly, "As for getting a piece of Itika. Well, that's very interesting. But tell me, Miss Rabbi, why the sudden interest in such topic? Surely there must be a reason besides further improving the gloscan."
“Not entirely. My Sand magic lets me break down even the hardest minerals into a fine powder, and if i so chose, manipulate and reform them as i wish. Itika... as we know is a source of raw magic power. Ilegal but it can last for years. Combine that with a gloscan, something that can store magicto be used later and i think we can create a magic generating crystal that, in the proper dose, can purify itself so it wont be as dangerous as raw itika could be.” She explained.
"What an interesting theory, Miss Rabbi. I can see that you are very serious on this particular topic," Whacko answred while smiling, "But I think it would be sensible of me to warn you about something."
Whacko walked towards one of the many cabinets around the lab, he opened it and took out a small, smooth black stone on his palm before turning to look at Luka.
"Gloscans, while useful, can also cause some problems. If not used correctly, of course. Take this one for example. It can store energy, it can boost a mage's arcane prowess, but it also absorb more than it can hold," Whacko said calmly, "the excess of arcane energy is released back to the environment. But if the Gloscan keeps absorbing the mage's mana then it will reach a point where the mage will simply collapse for the lack of mana."
The old professor walked towards Luka and put the crystal in one of the tables.
"But, perhaps, as you just said, combining the gloscan and some itika could prove to be useful in the future."
“Imagine. A storage system that rapidy regenerates its own power supply. Weapons, vehicles, whole cities! They could rely just on this combined mineral. But for now the small source would tested on mages in the field. Specifically.. me. Ill use myself as the subject. My mana is excessive and my magical output is above average. All I need is raw itika and the location of these Viela minerals. Will you be able to disclose this information to me? In the name of science and progression for Somnum and the world.”
"You surely are quite an interesting person, Miss Rabbi, that's for sure. Some would say crazy even," Whacko said before laughing, "but only those who are crazy enough are the ones willing to make things move forwards."
The Professor looked around the room, trying to remember something important.
"This could prove to be a very important experiment that, in and of itself, is interesting enough," Whacko said calmly, "To have a self regenerating source of energy would change the world, hopefully for the better. That doesn't mean that there is no risk on such pursuit. Think of what would happen if, by some reason, such knowledge fell in the hands of those who could abuse such source of energy. It could be disastrous, Miss Rabbi. I should also warn you that, if not charmed correctly, then the gloscan would serve as an inhibitor ore. Capable of suppress the use of your arcane abilities permanently. Are you willing to take such risk?"
Rabbi grinned. “If it happens then we have data for another topic. So yes.” She replies flatly. “I presume this means you are onboard.”
Oh? But of course, Miss Rabbi. Why wouldn't I? We are scientists, after all. Experimentation is what we do. If there is no one to experiment, then no new things are ever discovered, if that happens then humanity cannot progress. We would be stagnant and we would perish," he said to Luka while smiling, "Viela ore can be found . . . right about . . . here! To the south of the court grounds, in the Mortem Mountains. Somewhere under the tallest peaks, often called the Dueling Peaks, or Twin Peaks, you will find an entrance to a small underground cave. There are tunnels there, but if you are smart, then you will find the path to the deeper caves. There you will find what you seek. It's a dangerous path to reach the peaks. Not many dare to go, and if they do, they usually give up and don't go deeper into the caves. Claustrophobia, I suppose."
“Ill head out in the morning. What of the Itika? Can you get your hands on some?” She seemed lively, ready to gather her tools and information.
"That can be taken care of, Miss Rabbi. In fact, I have in my possession some amount of itika ore. As you know, allowing unauthorized people handle itika could prove to be disastrous," he answered Luka, "But worry not. While I make the necessary paperwork, I will put you as being part of my research team. That way, I will be able to give you access to a piece of ore. You can come back to the lab and the piece of itika will be waiting for you in the morning. This is the beginning of another interesting experiment, Miss Rabbi. Let's find out what the future holds in this particular path of research."
Luka nodded, bowed swiftly before heading off to her room to get some rest before then next day.
Luka stared dully at the man. “I learned of the gloscan crystals, thats why I came back. I intend to do research on them and further improve them., minerals are my field of research afterall, oh and ill also need a chunk of itika.” She added plainly. She seemed unconcerned with the reprocussions of such a request.
Whacko tilted his head to the side. This was certainly interesting. She didn't had a Gloscan of her own? He thought Nero gave one to each student once deemed necessary.
"Interesting, Miss Rabbi. So, you plan on further investigating the advantages of using the Viela ore. Or as you know it, a Gloscan Crystal," Whacko said camly, "As for getting a piece of Itika. Well, that's very interesting. But tell me, Miss Rabbi, why the sudden interest in such topic? Surely there must be a reason besides further improving the gloscan."
“Not entirely. My Sand magic lets me break down even the hardest minerals into a fine powder, and if i so chose, manipulate and reform them as i wish. Itika... as we know is a source of raw magic power. Ilegal but it can last for years. Combine that with a gloscan, something that can store magicto be used later and i think we can create a magic generating crystal that, in the proper dose, can purify itself so it wont be as dangerous as raw itika could be.” She explained.
"What an interesting theory, Miss Rabbi. I can see that you are very serious on this particular topic," Whacko answred while smiling, "But I think it would be sensible of me to warn you about something."
Whacko walked towards one of the many cabinets around the lab, he opened it and took out a small, smooth black stone on his palm before turning to look at Luka.
"Gloscans, while useful, can also cause some problems. If not used correctly, of course. Take this one for example. It can store energy, it can boost a mage's arcane prowess, but it also absorb more than it can hold," Whacko said calmly, "the excess of arcane energy is released back to the environment. But if the Gloscan keeps absorbing the mage's mana then it will reach a point where the mage will simply collapse for the lack of mana."
The old professor walked towards Luka and put the crystal in one of the tables.
"But, perhaps, as you just said, combining the gloscan and some itika could prove to be useful in the future."
“Imagine. A storage system that rapidy regenerates its own power supply. Weapons, vehicles, whole cities! They could rely just on this combined mineral. But for now the small source would tested on mages in the field. Specifically.. me. Ill use myself as the subject. My mana is excessive and my magical output is above average. All I need is raw itika and the location of these Viela minerals. Will you be able to disclose this information to me? In the name of science and progression for Somnum and the world.”
"You surely are quite an interesting person, Miss Rabbi, that's for sure. Some would say crazy even," Whacko said before laughing, "but only those who are crazy enough are the ones willing to make things move forwards."
The Professor looked around the room, trying to remember something important.
"This could prove to be a very important experiment that, in and of itself, is interesting enough," Whacko said calmly, "To have a self regenerating source of energy would change the world, hopefully for the better. That doesn't mean that there is no risk on such pursuit. Think of what would happen if, by some reason, such knowledge fell in the hands of those who could abuse such source of energy. It could be disastrous, Miss Rabbi. I should also warn you that, if not charmed correctly, then the gloscan would serve as an inhibitor ore. Capable of suppress the use of your arcane abilities permanently. Are you willing to take such risk?"
Rabbi grinned. “If it happens then we have data for another topic. So yes.” She replies flatly. “I presume this means you are onboard.”
Oh? But of course, Miss Rabbi. Why wouldn't I? We are scientists, after all. Experimentation is what we do. If there is no one to experiment, then no new things are ever discovered, if that happens then humanity cannot progress. We would be stagnant and we would perish," he said to Luka while smiling, "Viela ore can be found . . . right about . . . here! To the south of the court grounds, in the Mortem Mountains. Somewhere under the tallest peaks, often called the Dueling Peaks, or Twin Peaks, you will find an entrance to a small underground cave. There are tunnels there, but if you are smart, then you will find the path to the deeper caves. There you will find what you seek. It's a dangerous path to reach the peaks. Not many dare to go, and if they do, they usually give up and don't go deeper into the caves. Claustrophobia, I suppose."
“Ill head out in the morning. What of the Itika? Can you get your hands on some?” She seemed lively, ready to gather her tools and information.
"That can be taken care of, Miss Rabbi. In fact, I have in my possession some amount of itika ore. As you know, allowing unauthorized people handle itika could prove to be disastrous," he answered Luka, "But worry not. While I make the necessary paperwork, I will put you as being part of my research team. That way, I will be able to give you access to a piece of ore. You can come back to the lab and the piece of itika will be waiting for you in the morning. This is the beginning of another interesting experiment, Miss Rabbi. Let's find out what the future holds in this particular path of research."
Luka nodded, bowed swiftly before heading off to her room to get some rest before then next day.