Chess Mage of Faerûn

Chapter 472 This place is full of fools and rich people, come quick!
Oh my, reaping the benefits without lifting a finger, how wonderful!

Thinking about this, it becomes clear why the masked mage insisted on sending over several mage apprentices in the story. Was he really just making them learn skills from the protagonist, who was only a half-baked guy himself? Or was he just providing the protagonist with free potions?
Do not make jokes.

Thinking of this, Zhang Yuan frowned and began to plan ahead. Otherwise, if he really followed the conventional path of cultivation and development, how much capital would he have left to stir up trouble in the heart of the Amm Empire three years later?

With his own strength and the support of his territory, he might be able to stir up a storm in Ascatra, but once he touches the core interests of the other party, and faces the counterattack of a large spellcaster organization, no matter how strong he is, how many nails can he drive?
We need to think this through further. The mage's right hand, gripping the sword hilt, tightened and loosened repeatedly before finally turning to his remaining subordinates and instructing them:

"Keep all items and facilities as they are, reorganize the formation, and we will retreat to Gaoyabao."

The group quickly regrouped and returned to their camp. Even the long staff that looked like a magic staff but was actually a key was stuffed back into the statue's hand by Rick.

After leaving a few magical lamps, the group returned the way they came, exiting the tomb and arriving at the cemetery.

But this tomb gate…

The former Dragon-Severing Gate has been reduced to rubble, but this did not deter the prepared mage.

"Praeses, Alia, Fero!"

Without hesitation, Zhang Yuan cast a Stone Shaping Scroll. Just as he had expected, ordinary, untreated deep pit rocks could not resist the effects of the Transmutation Arcane.

Its effect was immediate. Under the influence of the magic, the dark rocks around the gate rose and stretched, and were eventually forged and twisted into a rough and primitive stone gate, firmly sealing the entrance.

That wasn't all. Several concealment, protection, and alarm spells were added to the door without sparing any expense. Only after finishing the work did they lead everyone back to the summit of Reflection Castle along the winding mountain road.

No one questioned the monk's actions, nor was there any need for further explanation.

Given the limitations of one's own capabilities, it would be wise to preserve the entire venue intact and leave it for the mentor to plan and manage.

Even the best dimensional sphere is still out of reach; making the most of this unexpected gift is the most urgent task.

His previous flash of inspiration gave him more aggressive and daring ideas about his gains. If these new chips, which were already quite valuable, were properly integrated and matched, they might just be able to make a beautiful flush.

A mage tower of your own!
Even if the structure is scattered and the functions are limited, a mage tower, however simple, is still a mage tower.

For a mid-level mage, having a place in the mage tower and being able to use the laboratory at their own discretion are enviable privileges. As for owning the entire mage tower by oneself...
You need a talisman to protect your mind, so you don't keep falling into the illusions of daydreams.

The only slight regret is that this mage tower had to be built in the Shadow Plane. Fortunately, the location is a mirror image of the High Cliff Fortress in the Shadow Plane, so it can almost be described as two sides of the same coin.

While it cannot compare to a fully-fledged mage tower, it is far superior to some things that claim to be mage towers but are actually just magic outposts or astrology towers.

Moreover, there is a ready-made Shadow Gate, which can be used to draw on the energy supply in the Shadow Plane. This is enough to do many things in the High Cliff Fortress in the Prime Plane, and it should be more than enough to deter villains and protect the territory.

Thinking of this, the mage quickened his pace, eager to return to the prime plane and report this great surprise to Tyrande.

Of course, it's perfectly acceptable to offer some immature suggestions to the tutor and appropriately remind them that their creative ideas might need a little support. Compared to building a mage tower from scratch, my plan was indeed less of a project.

Probably ┐(ー｀)┌

The group returned to the underground palace, passed through the Shadow Gate, and returned to the castle in the prime plane. However, they left Shadow Demon and Soul Splitter to continue their garrison on the Shadow Cliff.

This is a backup plan. Although the tomb's gate has been temporarily sealed, it's really just a large stone that's been hastily reinforced with magic. If they encounter a really tough opponent, it can only serve as an alarm.

What if, just what if some clueless but somewhat capable scoundrel wanders by, and, of all people, gets curious and insists on breaking down the stone door to go in and have a chat…

Damaging any of those treasures in the underground tomb would be like tearing flesh out of Master Zhang's heart!
To nip problems in the bud, the monk did not intend to leave himself any possibility of regret.

Knowing that things might change if he stayed too long, he immediately contacted his mentor upon returning to the castle.

"Speak, what is it? It hasn't been long since you last went back to Gaolibao, what happened again?"

Master Tyrantir's tone on the other end of the communication crystal was unusually calm and peaceful, quite different from his usual cold and concise manner, as if he were always racing against time.

Is the old man in a good mood?
Overjoyed, Zhang Yuan quickly spoke, and what he said was a bombshell:
"Teacher, I've discovered the ruins of Netheril here. Although it's not large, the artifacts are in excellent condition and are priceless!"

Ah this? !
It was dusk. The archmage, who had finished his day's experiments and reaped considerable rewards, had a rare moment of leisure and came to the window to enjoy his dinner while watching the sunset.

Then he heard his cheap disciple's completely unreliable statement, and the Grand Master's calm face suddenly looked as if he had a toothache.

Also, the ruins of Netheril?

If such a good thing really existed in Gaoyabao's small territory, wouldn't it have been thoroughly explored by the Wudong Academy stationed next door long ago? Would it even be his turn?

Do they really think their teachers and fellow students are just sitting around doing nothing?

"What kind of trick are you up to now, you little rascal?"

Tyrandeur's tone returned to its usual solemnity, but a sense of unease crept into his heart.

While his apprentice was certainly full of clever ideas, he was by no means the kind of person who talked big without any basis. Whenever he opened his mouth, he basically had some confidence in it.

Could this brat have gone grave robbing?
Given his reckless personality, it's not unimaginable that he would do something like this, especially considering the extraordinary curiosity he showed towards the Nessarian language during his studies...

If it weren't for the fact that the Grand Mage could pinpoint the other party's coordinates through the communication crystal, everyone would assume that their good disciple was currently hiding in some grave in the Wild Buffalo Desert, reporting back to them.

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