Chapter 404: 16 Year Old Inglis and the Highland on Distance Sea (13)
"Oh, by the way, Professor Vilkin. Since we're here, could you address the side effects of the Hyrule Menace that shorten the user's lifespan? I would greatly appreciate it if that were possible."
If feasible, Inglis could allow Leone and Silva to utilize the weaponized Eris, making a weaponized Hyrule Menace always an option.
“Well~ That~ Would be technologically complex, I suppose~? Structurally speaking~? Plus, if I managed that, the Duke of Art would have my head~ It’s a massive issue, not just for Illuminas but for all Highlanders~”
“I see…”
He gently yet firmly rejected the idea. However, Inglis believed that eliminating the lethal side effect wasn’t technologically out of reach.
The circuit that drew mana from the Special Grade Rune and the circuit that drained the user's life force were distinct. That allowed Inglis to block the life-draining circuit with Ether and use Hyrule Menaces without repercussion. She had essentially found a loophole, similar to the method employed by the Black Mask with Cystia.
“That means, Miss Eris’ preferences come first… A new feature is enticing, but the thought of not training with Miss Eris for a year or two is disheartening… Especially now that she's warming up to the idea of sparring with me… Choosing is difficult.”
“Honestly, most people would think more about the implications for their country or the world…”
“I don’t fight for such reasons.”