Marvel: The Imposter Inventor

Chapter 317 Pandora 2.0 and Ta-da!
"Not bad!"

"I'll go with you to check out the experimental results later. If it's feasible, we can try mass production right away. Maybe then, the second batch of support troops you lead can include more ninja subordinates~"

Luca naturally believed everything the cup said.

These subordinates created by his own cheat system wouldn't be like ordinary researchers who would fabricate research results to fraudulently obtain funding.

However, just because one is not subjectively deceiving does not mean that one can objectively guarantee that everything will be foolproof.

It would be quite necessary to invite Shirley along to actually examine the experimental results to see if there were any flaws that even she herself hadn't noticed.

'It's a pity, this kind of chakra enhancement still relies on the SMILE Fruit to grant it to the user. Although the Chronicles say there's no conflict or interference from animal will, I still won't try it myself.'

While it's not absolute that a Devil Fruit user will die after eating a second Devil Fruit, the enhancements developed by the Sig Cup are different from those gained from eating a Devil Fruit.

However, Luca still wasn't going to risk dying after enhancing his chakra.

It's a bit of a shame that he can't use those fancy ninjutsu, but Luca is already able to manipulate Hextech energy, so he's not as looking forward to improving in that area as before.

'The ninjas in Naruto are quite well-rounded, making them perfect for enhancing clone soldiers. I just wonder if the Chakramon and the modified Return of Heaven Ritual can be stacked a second time.'

'Never mind, I'll try it after I've finished making it.'

Various thoughts flashed through his mind, but in the end, Luca looked back at Sibei, who was standing quietly in front of him.

Even Luca couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

'What an excellent subordinate!'

Whether from the perspective of martial prowess, personality, or scientific research ability, Sibei is absolutely impeccable.

'I'm a little envious of Orochimaru. He's my subordinate now, so I'm not envious anymore~'

Stop gossiping.

Although Luca was also eager to verify the research results of the Si Cup, since the other party was already there, he decided to let him test 'Pandora 2.0' first before the two of them set off together.

Pushing aside a large pile of messy experimental equipment beside him, he took out a pure black box and placed it in front of Sibei.

Compared to the previous 'Pandora 1.0', this time, incorporating some [Tactical Black Box] technology, 'Pandora 2.0' is significantly smaller than before.

Overall, it's only slightly larger than a regular suitcase.

With such a size, there's no need for remote summoning using the necromancy of the Si Cup, and it's no longer as troublesome for others to carry it around as before.

"Come on, try out this weapon!"

As a weapon specially designed for the Si Cup, 'Pandora 2.0' has seven forms, in addition to the most basic 1.5-meter black greatsword and the ultra-long-range electromagnetic sniper rifle form, all of which are customized for ninja combat styles.

Yes, although the name 'Pandora' was used, Luca did not create a weapon that could truly be ever-changing.

It's not that it's impossible, but each form requires an additional independent Demon Soul. Considering 'cost' and practicality, too many forms would not provide much benefit to the weapon itself, so in the end only 9 more practical independent forms were retained.

The weapon's core uses demonic materials as its energy source, and a large amount of vibranium was added during the manufacturing process to enhance its strength.

One for close combat and one for long combat, two 'regular combat forms', five 'mage forms' specifically designed to enhance the five elements of ninjutsu, one 'super wind demon shuriken form' suitable for mid-range engagements, and finally one 'armor form' for comprehensive combat enhancement.

Among them, there are further distinctions between the 'Mage Forms'. The 'Wind and Thunder' attributes mainly enhance the wearer's speed, while the 'Earth, Water, and Fire' attributes focus on defensive capabilities and wide-range attack releases. In short, as the Si Cup was tested in each form, attacks of various attributes flashed by from time to time in the test field, and occasionally the Si Cup itself would turn into afterimages, nimbly moving around the field.

"Let's try out the armor one last time. I've put a lot of effort into the armor mode to match the software modifications on your body."

Upon hearing Luca's command, Sibei, who was testing his 'wind form' with his arms and legs transforming into massive black thrusters, decisively stopped in his tracks.

After nodding slightly, a thought struck him.

The oversized, gauntlet-like thrusters on his arms and legs rapidly disintegrated into individual black parts scattered around him.

In the blink of an eye, these black parts quickly returned to their positions, completely covering the entire surface of the cup.

But this 'Pandora', which was originally only the size of a suitcase, was transformed into a fully covered powered mech that was more than three meters tall after being reassembled.

The heavy and menacing full-body mech, combined with the inherently cold and austere style of black metal.

At this moment, the Si Cup is practically a battlefield weapon created by combining futuristic technology with demonic aesthetics.

Seeing this, Luca nodded in satisfaction, acknowledging his own aesthetic sense, and also took the time to explain.

"The armor form is a partial combination of the characteristics of all five attributes. It does not come with any additional weapons or equipment, but both hands can release high-pressure water jets independently. The independent jets on the hands, feet, and back can all increase speed and attack power through wind and flame. The mech itself can also continuously release lightning attacks. When the feet touch the ground, it can also manipulate the soil to a certain extent, creating an effect similar to earth-遁 (earth-遁 is a type of martial arts technique)."

Si Bei didn't hesitate upon hearing this; he immediately clenched his right fist with a thought.

Instantly, a large amount of blue and white tail flames with enhanced airflow shot out from the elbow and the end of the gauntlet.

"boom--"

With a loud bang, Si Bei slammed his fist into the ground.

Wherever the fist struck, lightning flashed and the earth trembled.

A terrifying crack instantly spread forward, as if the hard rock ground had been forcibly split open by some ancient giant, and in the blink of an eye, a bottomless and terrifying abyss appeared.

"Couldn't you have given me a heads-up first?!"

Staggered by the tremors that were almost like a direct earthquake, Luca looked speechlessly at the distant Si Cup.

However, at that moment, a sudden flash of inspiration struck him, and he thought of a certain possibility.

Immediately, Luca hurriedly began rummaging through his pile of messy things, while simultaneously calling out to Sibei in the distance.

"Sibei, don't move, just stand there and wait for me. Found it~"

next moment.

Luca had already stood up, holding a strangely shaped electronic keyboard.

Holding the [Bad Boy Keyboard], Luca grinned mischievously as he aimed at the cup and pressed the keys without hesitation.

"Ta-da~~~Ta-da~Ta-da~"

(End of this chapter)