Fusion is the noblest form of summoning!.

Chapter 767 The Moment of Specialization (4K)

Alchemy is a kind of metaphysics.

In normal learning, this kind of thing is not classified as a scientific subject. In Duel Academy, no one other than Hikaru Amagi and Serena knows alchemy.

But in fact, alchemy exists in the world of "Yu-Gi-Oh!".

Not just alchemy.

All "mystical arts" other than alchemy are legitimate.

Whether it's astrology, tarot, runes, ninjutsu, sorcery, or even Eastern Taoist practices, they all exist legitimately.

Logically speaking, with so many messy fantasy genres, the worldview should be extremely chaotic.

But in this world, everything actually depends on one thing.

That is the [card].

All the extraordinary powers in the world can be explained using "cards"!

All the strongest people in the world can use "cards" to prove their strength!
Cards and duels are the essence of this world.

The expressions and forms, such as immortality, magic, and ninjutsu, are merely "special effects."

The art called "alchemy" that Hikaru Amagi learned originated from duels.

However, this alchemy did not originate from a single, specific "card".

Alchemy is about fusion.

The so-called forging is the art of fusing materials into a final result.

This was very simple for Amagi Hikaru.

At this moment, Hikaru Amagi is beyond even simple fusion. If you included support cards unrelated to fusion in her deck, Super Fusion wouldn't even register.

A while ago, Hikaru Amagi even tried putting "Pot of Greed" in his deck. He tried it out with a friend and actually drew Pot of Greed in a duel.

Although the Pot of Greed was melted down into a crafting fusion after the duel ended.

But no matter what, it's been used.

Hikaru Amagi didn't dwell on it too much.

While the concept of "elixir of immortality" may be exaggerated, Amagi Hikaru's current abilities and level of understanding make it far from being "incomprehensible."

It's difficult, but it's something you can learn.

"What about materials? What do you need?" Tiera pressed.

Huang Jinqing, standing to the side, didn't hold back at all and told them everything after Tiera asked.

Hikaru Amagi silently noted down the materials. Some could be found in the Great Cosmic Workshop, some could be bought in the Magic Village or the Witch Magic Alley, but most of them, things related to "humanity", were not something Hikaru Amagi could easily obtain.

Fortunately, Tianchengguang now has a completely new source of goods.

That is--

"The Unfinished World".

That place contained many inexplicable things. Although some of them had owners or even their own will, it was still filled with a large amount of lifeless, willless, pure material.

It's big enough, and the materials are all "randomly" generated, so you're bound to find what you want. Therefore, if you really need something, you'll find it there sooner or later.

As the conversation drew to a close, it was time to leave. Just before departing, Huang Jinqing called out to Tiancheng Guang.

It gave Hikaru Amagi a card, a special card.

The fallen angel of the Golden Land.

A level 10 Dark-attribute Undead Fusion Monster.

The conditions for fusion are: a lich from the Golden Kingdom of the Golden Lord and an undead monster.

In addition, the Fallen Angel of the Golden City can be Special Summoned once per turn using a method other than Fusion.

That is, if you have "The Lich of the Golden Kingdom" on your field or in your graveyard, you can Tribute 1 Zombie-Type LIGHT monster on your field to Special Summon it from your Extra Deck.

However, although the conditions for its appearance are very simple, its effect is meaningless to Amagi Hikaru.

This effect can only be activated if this card is sent from the field to the Graveyard. Special Summon 1 "Golden Kingdom Lich" from your Deck, Extra Deck, or Graveyard.

Amagi Hikaru did not possess the Golden Kingdom Lich. Of course, neither did the Golden Lord, nor the Golden Madman, who also possessed the Golden Kingdom Lich.

This card is more like proof of Huang Jinqing's "elixir of immortality".

Proof of immortality.

Amagi Hikaru studied the card with some interest for a while, then looked up at Huang Jinqing.

It seems to have an additional meaning.

"Hikari, you should know very well that alchemy is about fusion, right?"

Hikaru Amagi nodded.

The essence of alchemy in this world is "fusion"—the art of fusing materials to achieve the desired result.

"But what I'm going to tell you today is... alchemy is not fusion."

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"What do you mean?" Tierra asked from the side.

“The literal meaning.” After answering Tiera, Huang Jinqing stared intently at Amagi Hikaru, seemingly waiting for his reply.

Alchemy is about fusion, but alchemy is not about fusion...?
"Uh—oh, I get it, a white horse is not a horse." Amagi Hikaru muttered for a while, then suddenly realized.

Is a white horse not a horse?

Tiera became even more confused.

"Alchemy is fusion because it is an application of fusion. In essence, it applies the power of fusion, one of the most fundamental ways of summoning in this world, to reality, matter, and spirit."

Alchemy is not fusion because it cannot represent the entirety of fusion. Alchemy is merely one part of fusion. Therefore, alchemy is not fusion.

“Isn’t this just a difference in nouns?” Tierra said.

"No. That is precisely the point." Huang Jinqing retorted directly, "Otherworldly God, you are indeed very powerful, possessing remarkable wisdom and talent, and you can even study fusion with Hikari."

This is not alchemy.

Hikari, if you could understand, then you would also know... that it's time for you to give up alchemy.

Abandon alchemy...

Tiera frowned.

Hikaru Amagi hesitated and shut his mouth.

Tiera knew very well that alchemy was a crucial element in Amagi Hikaru's duel. Many of Amagi Hikaru's cards were created and extracted by him and the Alchemist Man-Melting through alchemy.

During this time, Hikaru Amagi's favorite "Super Magical Dragon Knight - Red-Eyes Dragon Knight" was also forcibly created by him using alchemy.

Alchemy is extremely important; this is a major advantage that gives Hikaru Amagi over her peers.

But—it is precisely because it is so important that Huang Jinqing, as a "personal witness," is able to offer further suggestions to Tiancheng Guang!

Alchemy is very important to Amagi Kou, but alchemy is not [fusion]!
Hikaru Amagi's alchemy skills were already at a level rarely seen in the world. At this point, even if she obtained a completely new and different "Philosopher's Stone," it would be meaningless.

Ultimately, the Philosopher's Stone, the Elixir of Immortality, and Gold are merely the ultimate pursuits of "alchemy."

But the ultimate goal of alchemy... is limited.

When Amagi Hikaru has completely explored all the contents of alchemy, he will find that his alchemy no longer has any practical or applicable value. However, alchemy will fill every aspect of his life.

This will become an "impurity".

Just as the alchemy of the Golden Kingdom failed.

Being too focused on the final result and too fixated on perfect alchemy may actually lead to failure.

Amagi Hikaru thought for a while, and then suddenly realized.

This is putting the cart before the horse.

By now……

He no longer needs alchemy.

Because he already possesses a far more powerful "skill" than alchemy —

Hyperfusion!
All the special powers in this world originate from duels and cards.

Although alchemy is special, and although it is a technique of fusion, it is limited as one of the ordinary forms of "fusion".

The development of Hikaru Amagi has reached a point where it is no longer necessary to investigate it in detail.

Perhaps, as Amagi Hikaru himself said, he was only an expert in one aspect, not as professional as other alchemists, and seemed not comprehensive enough or with a solid foundation. But as he thought, that was only in comparison to those like Daitokuji and the Golden Lord, who had also reached the pinnacle of alchemy.

Compared to ordinary alchemists, Amagi Hikaru has reached a level that they cannot catch up with.

He shouldn't study alchemy anymore.

He should pursue the purer essence of alchemy!
Fusion!

He should try to gradually replace alchemy with pure fusion in his own experiments and research!

Hikaru Amagi gradually came to understand.

"Thank you very much, Huang Jinqing."

Amagi Hikaru then quickly thanked Huang Jinqing.

He had previously thought that coming here too late might not yield much benefit, as he was simply visiting a friend of his teacher.

Looking back now, I realize I shouldn't have gotten too arrogant.

In this life, as long as one is not truly worthless, one can always learn something new from other beings.

Huang Jinqing's life and experiences gave him a clearer understanding of the dangers and controllability of "alchemy". It is precisely because of this that he is one of the very few people in the world who, despite having a very strong foundation and ability in alchemy, is considering giving up alchemy.

Therefore, after communicating with Hikaru Amagi, it discovered that Hikaru herself did not actually need to "waste her life" on alchemy.

To other elves and alchemists, this might sound like nonsense, or even inexplicable.

After all, alchemy is such a profound academic discipline and such a wondrous skill. It is a "supernatural technology" that only a very few ordinary people and elves can learn and master!

It wouldn't be too much to dedicate one's entire life to studying it, yet the result is that a genius like Hikaru Amagi, with his talent, ability, intelligence, and resources, has to waste his hard-earned talent and give up his unparalleled alchemy.
Is this really good?
However, this is precisely Amagi Hikaru's "route".

Simply put, Huang Jinqing saw that Tiancheng had almost mastered martial arts. Although he hadn't mastered all the swords, spears, and halberds, he had perfected his fist and foot techniques. He felt that there was no point in continuing to practice, so he might as well go and cultivate immortality.

Tiera slowly came to her understanding.

It really is.

No wonder she always felt that Hikaru Amagi seemed to be "doing nothing" every day, only able to sit and read books.

Because there really is nothing else to do.

He was a specially invited contestant in the competition, and there was nothing more for him to learn. Only by continuing to study alchemy and researching special cases of dimensional travel could Hikaru Amagi's days not be wasted.

Tiera didn't have a good sense of time, so she didn't think it was a big deal.

Looking back now, it seems like a bit of a waste of time.

A thought flashed through her mind.

Or... while we have this time, could we do something else with Hikaru Amagi?

It's not just about duels or dimensional travel.

Thinking of this, she shook her head.

Whatever I do, I have to wait until I've fully studied the power of the Dragon Mark before I can do anything else.

“Very well, then you can take this card with you.” Huang Jinqing tilted his head slightly, lay down on the throne, and then casually tossed out another card.

Golden Lord, Golden Kingdom Lich!

The true form of the Golden Lord!

It was once the "pride" and "soul" of the Red Pit deck, and even once combined with the Brand deck to form the "Branded Golden Country" card!
The quality of the Golden Lord card is actually quite good; it would still be decent enough for Amagi Hikaru's current Imprint deck.

After all, Amagi Hikaru doesn't have a single Abyss Beast right now, so the Golden Kingdom Lich is naturally more useful.

Of course, depending on the opponent and his mood, Hikaru Amagi could also consider using another set of "Straight Sailor - Nautical Rosemary" to launch a predatory plant axis.

each has its own Hobby.

After Amagi Hikaru accepted the card, he gradually came to his senses.

I understand—

Different worlds naturally have different ways of testing.

Although he dueled with the Golden Lord and gained his approval, the Golden Lord, as a friend of Daitokuji and an Elf leader who once sent his own world warriors to duel with Amagi Hikaru, actually knew Amagi Hikaru's dueling skills and character very well. Therefore, the content of the "trial" was not actually about the duel.

What Huang Jinqing really wanted to talk to him about was alchemy!

After chatting with Hikaru Amagi about alchemy for a while, I discovered that Hikaru Amagi was indeed very talented. Then we started discussing the elixir of immortality and exploring the fundamentals of alchemy. In the end, I even gifted him a fallen angel from the Golden Land, a crystallization symbolizing my own elixir of immortality.

At that moment, it suddenly questioned what it most wanted to test Amagi Hikaru.

Is it a choice between truly pursuing "fusion" and willingly abandoning alchemy that is not pure enough, or clinging to alchemy, a path that is nearing its end and about to hit a dead end, and stubbornly persisting on?

If Amagi Hikaru had not understood and answered the Golden Lord, the Golden Lord probably would not have taken out his own card—or even an alternate version of it—and given it to Amagi Hikaru.

At that time, Huang Jinqing will likely remain silent, waiting for Tiancheng Guang to figure things out one day, or when he really runs into a brick wall, before helping Tiancheng Guang again.

No wonder he's a friend of the teacher; he does have some potential to be a teacher...

Amagi Hikaru thanked Golden Lord once again before officially leaving.

He's a little "anxious" right now.

Because he was going back to his workshop to test whether he could complete his current alchemy work using only his "fusion" magic card!

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