Chapter 1613: Completing the Mecha
Regarding the crafting of Magic Armor, if Li Yao were to undertake it alone, it would undoubtedly be an immense project.
Engineering and alchemy involve certain aspects of forging and smelting. For small items, it’s usually something done single-handedly.
But Magic Armor is entirely different; it’s not just an ordinary pet. Its sheer size alone—the minimum height standard for mecha—is over a hundred yards.
Li Yao is crafting his very own battle pet, and not just any battle pet but the Ultimate Fel Energy Mech. Although the name might sound a bit juvenile, the attributes detailed in the blueprint more than satisfy Li Yao.
Rather than crafting standard-issue items, Li Yao aims for a customized piece. Standard items inevitably lack individuality and tend to be less refined.
Furthermore, the reason Li Yao chose to craft in the territory of the high elves is very calculated. Apart from leveraging their abundant magical materials, he also seeks the expertise of the high elves’ master blacksmiths and master alchemists.
The Witherbarks who regained lucidity after the ritual are not all combat personnel, yet that doesn’t mean they are worthless. The majority of these non-combat Witherbarks willingly joined Li Yao’s command after their awakening.
The orderly state of the port, with everything progressing smoothly, can’t be attributed to combat personnel but is instead thanks to these non-combat individuals.
Of course, there is no shortage of auxiliary professionals either. This forms the very backbone of Li Yao’s resources.
The Witherbarks, tormented by their magic addiction, are currently distrusted—even loathed—by ordinary high elves. Having lost the elegant features and flawless skin typical of high elves, most have turned unsightly. Not to mention the perception of other high elves; many Witherbarks find themselves repulsive as well.