I have a map editor

As for whether the explosion will attract predators and magical predators in the fog, just let Merry do a good job of sentrying and arming the community. Living here in the future, it is only a matter of time before they encounter them. There may be tragedy, but maybe they will just provide a free takeout meal and magical materials.

Just like the transformation from a young girl to a married young woman, you have to go through that process.

Moreover, the situation in Guanyingshan Community is different from that in the "Sinkhole Base", and the survival strategies implemented by the two sides are different. With a scale of more than 2 people, it is impossible for them to hide quietly and low-key like he has only a few people, and then raise a nest of ferocious and terrifying wyverns and some ground guards with big brain axes to ensure their own safety.

Besides, given the flamboyant and noisy nature of the Hua people, referring to the specific examples of the first year of magic, it is impossible to ask them to abide by the rules. People will say that they are dead cockroaches.

……

The camera returns to the "Sinkhole Base".

In two weeks, Lucas had basically completed the designs of the two core units, [Elf] and [Tree of Life]. Other units like [Moon Well], [Ancient Tree of Lore] and [Tree Trunk Street Lamp] were all previous things and could be integrated into the construction list of [Elf].

However, the last three units were summoned directly by him using the "Map Editor" to consume corresponding resources. Whether they can be built with [Elves] still requires practice.

At the same time, it is also necessary to test whether the constructed [Tree of Life] can produce [Elves], and whether "gold coins" can be used as a substitute for [magic energy] and [soul fragments], so that the [Tree of Life] and similar production units can be purchased and built.

Lucas' design idea was to make these units and content feel like they were in the game.

Because if possible, he plans to open some arms and functions to ordinary people in the "Guanyingshan Community" in the future.

Ordinary people may not be able to master [magic energy], but they can definitely "master" gold coins.

Regardless of the gold coins from the "magical forces", the gold coins dropped by the monsters he killed, or the gold coins generated by special buildings such as the [Dungeon], they are the same in appearance and format. They can exist and be displayed as numbers on the panel, and they can also be materialized and become physical gold coins to circulate in the hands of ordinary people.

Unlike traditional online writing that tries desperately to keep secrets and not even tell their closest friends and family such as parents, wife and children, Lucas's ideas have always been much more open.

This can be seen from his previous series of actions.

There is no difference between these two approaches. They are just the implementation of different survival strategies, or life philosophies. But one thing is certain, Lucas' approach will definitely benefit more people than the other.

After using 5000 [Magic Energy] and 1 unit of [Soul Fragment] to summon a [elf] that was completely emerald green, transparent and slightly glowing, Lucas took Emily and planted it in an unplanned place in the wild area passage.

Half of the underground passage here is a stream, covered by [tree trunk street lights]. However, neither water nor light is a necessary condition for the [elves] to transform into the [Tree of Life]. The free [magical energy] in the air and the earth is.

Emily opened her mouth in surprise as she watched the green ball of light, which was slightly larger than a basketball and was floating on the ground, transform into a vortex-shaped object composed of a large number of green lines and emitting a large amount of brilliant green light.

Then she reacted and turned to ask her boyfriend:

"Ah, what are we doing?"

"Conduct an experiment to test the results of my work over the past two weeks"

"So what are the results of your work in the past two weeks? I'm asking if your work is successful if you have achieved any results?"

Emily was still wearing cool clothes, but the color of her bikini had been changed to pure white. Her fluffy golden hair was tied into a high ponytail, and she had two bangs on her forehead, which gave her a unique style.

It's very pleasing to the eyes, but Lucas's brain circuits are always different from ordinary people. What he thought in his mind was: "It seems that white fabrics are very easy to turn yellow..."

What he thought in his heart was one thing, but what he said out loud was another: "Well, in the next week or so, a tree about six or seven meters tall with a relatively thick trunk will appear here."

"That green ball from before? It turned into a big tree?"

"Um"

"Then what's the use of this big tree?" she asked again.

"It can produce green balls continuously. The name of the green balls is [Elves]."

Emily: "???"

Russian dolls

So, the green ball turned into a big tree, the big tree produced a green ball, and the green ball turned into a big tree again? But she was quick-witted and knew that Lucas would not do such a boring thing, so she changed the question:

"So what can this [elf], or this big tree, do?"

"【Elves】 can promote plant growth and cultivate the appearance of some trees. They can act as builders and build houses with some special public functions. They can also build several special buildings to produce a small amount of food and water to solve the daily consumption of a small number of residents. This big tree is called the 【Tree of Life】. It can also produce a small amount of food and water. Of course, its most important function is to build this kind of 【Elves】 and provide seeds of life for other units."

……

Because he needed to observe the speed at which the [Elf] transformed into the [Tree of Life], Lucas did not invest additional resources to speed up the operation. He also planned to do the same for the subsequent production of [Elf] and transformation of [Elf], and the construction of other buildings.

If these processes are time-consuming, the group will have to stay at the "Sinkhole Base" for a long time in the future. And after the main work is completed, Lucas' personal time will suddenly become abundant, and he will have more time to spend with Emily every day.

Emily was naturally extremely happy. She used to stand down with Claire and her best friend every now and then, but now she has only the opposite sex but no friends. She is so sweet with Lucas Mushroom.

This bite of dog food caught her mother and Hope off guard. Claire felt mixed emotions. Compared to the real world at this moment, the "Sinkhole Base" was like a paradise, but the more so, the stronger her sense of loss became.

Because if she hadn't treated Lucas like a lapdog, all of this would belong to her now...

Hope was quite simple. As a niece, she was happy that Lucas had a girlfriend like Emily, but as Emily's best friend, she was a little choked by the dog food Emily showed off.

Occasionally, they would be seen in various corners of the base, and it was always Emily clinging to Lucas, the two of them hugging and nibbling each other, just like those young men and women in love in school, or those wild beasts who bought Coke purely for the purpose of enjoyment.

Sometimes she gets anxious for the two of them. Why don't you go back to the room and do it for real? There's no point in just satisfying your desire here.

But to be honest, both of them are handsome men and beautiful women, and it is indeed a pleasing thing to see them together. Although he was fed a mouthful of dog food, Hope also thought so.

……

Another half month has passed.

Lucas has proved through experiments that his design was a complete success.

[Elf] and [Tree of Life] have become real units, and their preset functions are exactly in line with his expectations.

At the same time, the [Moon Well], [Ancient Tree of Lore] and [Tree Trunk Street Lamp] can also be copied through the construction function of the [Elf], and their respective functions are exactly the same as those summoned by him using the "Map Editor".

It’s just that in terms of “gold coins” replacing [magic energy] and [soul fragments], it’s a little different from what he thought.

Because "gold" is meaningless to the [Tree of Life], [Elf] and [Ancient Tree of Knowledge]. The driving force for them to produce or build units, uh, it's not accurate to say that, to be precise, the speed at which they produce these units is not affected by "gold".

The only things that affect their construction capabilities and speed are the related resources and the free magical energy that can be used in the air and the earth. Moreover, the related resources are very basic things, such as earth, wood, stone and the like. Even the high-level [Wood (purple)] and [Iron Ore (purple)] produced in his "Sinkhole Base" cannot be used.

In contrast, the ability of these units and buildings to transform the terrain is not as exaggerated as that of the "Sinkhole Base".

For example, it is impossible to change the pancake terrain into the current conical mountains several thousand meters high. The only way is to increase or decrease the original terrain to a limited extent.

Moreover, the population there is 2.3, and it is impossible to transform it as compactly as the "tiankeng base".

However, in terms of meeting survival needs, mainly food, heating and clothing, this set of "natural forces" facilities designed by Lucas should be sufficient.

During the experimental phase, Lucas was not just in a world of love with Emily, but also casually manifested several public service facilities, including the [Elf], [Tree of Life], [Ancient Tree of Knowledge] and [Moon Well] produced by the experiment, and packed them together and saved them in the "Map Editor".

Once you arrive at the "Guanyingshan Community", you can be released through your "mobile phone".

Although [Elf], [Tree of Life] and [Ancient Tree of Knowledge] are also living creatures, they are classified as "elemental" life, and are related to the "Map Editor" and can be temporarily stored in the "Map Editor".

[Tree Demon] This kind of living creature with flesh and blood is not like that.

When they returned to the villa on the hill, it was obvious that Claire and Laurel were somewhat reluctant. Zhuo Yisi pretended well on the surface, but Lucas could tell from her eyes that she didn't want to leave either.

This is understandable. After all, the conditions in the low mountain villa... that is, the "Crown Eagle Mountain Community" are not good now. They will resist, but it is just a normal reaction of seeking benefits and avoiding harm.

Emily

He and Hope, who may be heartless teenagers, both have an attitude of not caring.

0037

Lucas drove Merry and Hope, first sent Hope home, and then went to the county bureau with Merry.

Now, because of Meili, it can be considered a community town government.

For more than a month, Merry has been living in his villa. In addition to being safe and comfortable, he can also take care of the basement and supplies.

Now that the community has become stable, the conflicts between the upper, middle and lower classes have been basically eliminated. Although the hidden dangers have not been completely eliminated, there is no possibility of riots, so Merry let Hope go back home.

Lucas didn't think there was anything wrong with having two more people for dinner, and Emily would have an extra companion and wouldn't be bored staying in the villa.

But Merry insisted, and Lucas didn't say anything more after persuading him a few times.

"I was planning on getting Hope a car as a Christmas present this year, but now it's all ruined, tsk."

In the car, Lucas chatted with Merry while paying attention to driving.

"Ha, you dote on her, but I just realized that your car doesn't run on gasoline, it's electric."

"Well, actually, a hundred years ago... uh, no, it was in the early 20th century. The first cars were all electric, but the battery life was too short. In addition, gasoline-burning cars continued to improve and overcome many shortcomings, such as car compartment sealing, ventilation problems, and too much exhaust smoke, so they replaced electric cars."

"This is the first time I've heard of this. I understand that you are a scientist. Have you improved the battery technology yourself?"

"I'm not really a scientist, I'm just an inventor who can invent some weird things. Well, the battery technology I use is indeed more advanced than ordinary battery technology... about thirty to forty years ahead."

Lucas said half-truthfully.

"Let's not talk about this. You said you left this time to seek solutions to the community's plight. You just came back yesterday and there were many people talking, so I didn't ask. It seems like you have good news, right?"

"Yes, that's why I'm going to the county bureau with you today, but I have to look around... There have been a lot of changes here."

"According to your strategy, I divided the community into defense zones according to the blocks. In addition, we are still building water conservancy facilities. We obtained a lot of stones through blasting. We built a retaining wall along the perimeter of the community, and also built sentry posts on commanding heights everywhere... I hope these measures are necessary, otherwise I will be complained to death in the future."

"Has the air raid alarm been set?"

"It has been set up. Now there are people on guard 24 hours a day. I supervise every day."

"Well, there are monsters living in the fog, but they may not have discovered us yet. It's only a matter of time before they discover us. If you have a chance to organize an air defense drill in the next two days, make it more formal. I will find a way to get you some cigarettes, alcohol and other goods as prizes. With these things, I guess no one will complain to you."

"That's great, it will really help boost morale."

"I know something that can boost your morale even more..."

"Well... I'm also quite curious. Is there really anyone who wants to plant leaves in the apocalypse?"

Lucas secretly complained in his heart.

During the days he was away, it snowed several times in the small space of "Guanyingshan Community". Now the outside is covered with snow everywhere. It was the street organizer Meili who cleaned up the area. Now they clear the river and build dams every day. The simple ox cart has become the main means of transportation now, and the safety of the roads must be guaranteed.

Because they left home late and missed the working hours, there were hardly any people on the town streets. Some were staying at home for the winter, while others were already working on the river. Lucas could hear the dull explosion of homemade explosives from afar.

Looking at the residents on both sides of the road, we can see that firewood is piled on the lawns of every household. In the face of survival, no one cares about the original community convention that prohibits hanging clothes or piling up sundries on the street. Occasionally, we can see housewives or teenagers chopping firewood in their own yards.

When passing by a household, he found that the house had been burned to the ground, with only a broken foundation left.

"Ah, whose house is this? Is there a fire?"

"Well, the Odinson family accidentally set their house on fire while heating it at night. Fortunately, the houses of the neighbors on both sides were far away, and it snowed at the time, so no major disaster occurred."

"Is it okay?"

"Everyone is fine. They have all escaped and are now being accommodated at the church."

When passing by a former community green space, Lucas found that all the trees here had been cut down, leaving only a small circular cross-section of tree roots covered by snow.

"Were the trees here also cut down?"

Meili shrugged. "Fuel is in short supply. The trees here are all ornamental and have little use for survival, so... we'll dig up the tree roots in the spring and plant corn or potatoes here."

"You guys are quite realistic. I thought you would keep this place. Aren't there environmentalists in the community?"

"Tsk," Merry sneered, "At a time like this, a box of canned meat can handle them. If one box doesn't work, two boxes will do."

"hehe"

Lucas also laughed. As far as he knew, apart from a certain mysterious country whose officials were sincerely working on environmental protection, he had never seen even one organization that was truly dedicated to protecting the natural environment.

It's business.

Leaving the town and heading towards the river, the closer we got, the louder the muffled explosions became.

"It's not the right time to start construction. It would be better if we change to a warmer season. Neither manpower nor machinery can dig the soil. We can only rely on blasting to push the project forward quickly. However, we have no choice. We must hurry up and finish the water conservancy project before the weather gets warmer."

Merry said.

"Um"

The greening of high-end communities has always been good, but now even the woods outside the town have been cut down, leaving only countless tree stumps buried in the snow on the ground, which makes the view much wider.

These lands were originally planned for green space, but under the pressure of survival, they were also systematically cut down and turned into fuel and building materials. When the weather warms up next year, the roots of the trees will be removed and the land will become a crop planting area.

When we arrived at the river, we found that it had become a large construction site.

Simple ox carts shuttled around the construction site, transporting soil and stones. A large number of young and middle-aged people used pickaxes and shovels to clear away mud and other debris on the riverbed after the blast. Town residents who knew how to build bricks were arranged on both sides of the river to build retaining walls with stones to reinforce the embankments.

It was a busy, yet well-organized scene.

At this time, a moving car was very conspicuous in the town. Due to the oil shortage, except for the upper-class rich, the cars of the townspeople became decorations. Lucas's car was now almost a household name. Through Merry's publicity during this period, everyone knew that his car was powered by electricity.

Seeing his car, many nearby townspeople waved in greeting.

"Why are there so many children on the construction site? Is it dangerous?"