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Steel, Explosives, and Spellcasters

Is Magic really just a wish machine? No! In a universe where Magic truly exists, the ultimate nature of Magic must be as simple and aesthetically pleasing as the laws of physics. This is the story of a mass-produced magical war tool who learned the ultimate nature of Magic. But what of it? Just as birds can fly without understanding aerodynamics, magicians can use Magic without grasping its ultimate nature. Learning the ultimate nature of Magic doesn't mean the tool can instantly transform into a great magician. But yearning for knowledge is a human instinct, and curiosity is the primary driving force of human civilization. Even for Magic, which should seemingly defy explanation, humans hope to understand its inherent operational laws. The pursuit of Magic's ultimate nature requires no reason! The story in this book takes place in an era where steel and gunpowder dance together. Here, firearms are on the rise; armor remains the main character; military theory is changing rapidly, with endless innovations in systems and techniques. And this world has something more than ours: Magic. The world is undergoing a profound transformation, and no one can remain detached from it...

Yin Zidian · Fantasy
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711 Chs

Chapter 32: Trial

The trumpets sounded the melody of victory, cheers deafening as everyone vied to catch a glimpse of the hero's noble visage.

Over fifteen hundred years ago, a grand triumphal procession was taking place in a majestic city on the plains downstream of the Bythos River.

A triumph, by definition, celebrates someone's victorious return. And those who could hold a great triumph were known as triumphators.

The triumph started with a parade, shackled, ragged men and women at the front, in a column so long it seemed endless.

They were captives, the defeated, the spoils of the victor; some of them were destined for execution while the rest would be sold into slavery.

The captives looked upon the cheering crowds on both sides of the road with hatred and fear.

Carts laden with captured weapons, armor, heretic idols, and gold and silver treasures followed the captives.

These spoils were also a testament to the triumphant hero's great deeds.