"Magic Rune research?" Lis was indeed quite interested, and it was because of his experiences in his past life that he understood the importance of Magic Rune research.
Magic Runes, made up of power-infused special characters, are an essential medium for carrying magic, with primarily two different applications.
One is the foundation for building Magic Models, which are crucial for transforming the power of different elements. Except for a few exceptions, most mages begin their spell learning by mastering the Magic Runes of Magic Models.
Another aspect of Magic Rune research is better known to the public, which involves engraving Magic Runes to imbue magical power into relevant objects, such as weapons and armor. This process also has a unique name: "Enchantment."
The finished products are widely known as Magic Pattern Cannons, Enchanted Weapons, Magic Stone Lamps, and so on.
Yousef Daher is the strongest Magic Rune Master in the city of Feis, primarily focused on Magic Rune engraving and item enchantment.
And his disciple Bernie is also primarily researching in this direction.
"I remember you were researching civilian enchantments before?" Lis asked, while learning how to use the Engraving Device.
"Yes, my teacher advised me to start from this aspect to lay the foundation for future in-depth research,"
Bernie instructed Lis on how to use the Advanced Magic Rune Burner, replying as he did.
"I've just become an Intermediate Magic Pattern Master, and I don't yet have enough knowledge and strength to support going deeper into enchanting advanced weapons and armor. Recently the development of civilian Magic Runes has been rapid, with new products like the Magic Stone Lamp and Magic Rune Communicator showing great potential," Bernie explained.
Bernie looked at Lis, "How about it, do you want to join me in researching civilian Enchanted Products?"
Lis nodded and replied, "Sure, I wouldn't miss this opportunity."
Although his immediate priority was to enhance his strength and uncover the truth behind the Sacrificial Festival assassination, the opportunity with the Fifth Magic Workshop was also not to be missed. This was particularly true for civilian Enchanted Products, which were partly included in Lis's plans for the future.
Due to the difference in worlds, in his former life, players had tried to replicate modern society's technological products in the gaming world, but without exception, all had failed because this world did not support the emergence of technology.
However, lifestyle players stumbled upon using the power of Magic Runes to achieve products with effects similar to some technology from the previous world, like Magic Air Conditioning and Magic Pattern Cars, among others.
That player immediately organized a team to manufacture these products and made a fortune. Just as preparations for expanding production began, they quickly became targeted by various forces—facing suppressions and sanctions until, left with no choice, they sought refuge with the Wealth Church and became one of its subordinate forces to escape disaster.
Lis was very familiar with the entire process, as he had been one of the participants at that time; naturally, he understood the secrets of the Magic Runes.
Meaning, Lis was now capable of replicating a series of products from his former life to generate huge profits.
However, Lis did not intend to do so. After all, he was merely a Court Viscount, and he did not believe he could protect such large interests on his own.
Therefore, Yousef Daher and Bernie, along with the Royal Magic Academy and the Royal Mage Corps, were quite important to his plans.
The surprise he mentioned to Mora was this matter, especially since the sales channels of the Golden Vine Flower Commerce were also quite significant.
No rush, he still had to plan carefully. Currently, he did not have enough energy to devote to civilian Enchanted Products, and his strength was also lacking.
Lis silently made plans, and seeing Lis suddenly lost in thought, Bernie, somewhat puzzled, asked:
"What's wrong? Is the device difficult to use?"
"Ah, no. I just suddenly remembered something else," Lis replied casually, "I see the lab is still missing a lot of stuff. Has the Magic Workshop not been officially opened yet?"
"Yeah," Bernie sighed, "I've been busy with that lately. It's probably going to be over a month before we can start our research work officially. The teacher still has a lot of ideas."
After taking a look, Bernie said, "So there's not much going on for you today; you just came to familiarize yourself with the place. You can come back when the research starts."
"Alright, I've been quite busy myself lately," Lis nodded. From now on, whether it's experiments or arcane research, he could conduct them here as the concentration of elements and the magic equipment were beyond what his lab could offer.
Never one to leave resources untapped, Lis never hesitated to make use of Bernie's offerings.
In some ways, Bernie was also considered the second in command of the Fifth Magic Workshop.
Bernie took Lis around the entire workshop to get acquainted, then walked him to the door.
"That's it. I've got a lot more to do, so I won't see you out. I'll let you know when the workshop is ready to launch," Bernie told Lis.
"Got it," Lis waved his hand. There wasn't a need for much formality between the two, as he left with Welf, who had been waiting outside.
"Young master, where are we headed now? Heading home?"
As they boarded the carriage, Welf closed the door and asked Lis.
Lis thought for a moment and said, "Let's go to Belle Street instead, I'll train for a while longer."
"Yes," Welf knocked on the carriage door, instructed the coachman Bender, then settled back into his seat.
"Master Lis, you've been picking up other weapons quite fast lately. Is there anything else you'd like to learn?"
Lis calculated a bit; his proficiency level had upgraded to intermediate with weapons such as the one-handed sword, two-handed sword, shield, long spear, and knife. He was about to advance to a higher skill level in handling a magic wand. He figured he could still learn to use a bow, an axe, and a hammer from his guards, leaving him just one weapon short of the ten intermediate weapon skills needed for "All Martial Arts Mastery."
Too bad none of his guards were trained as assassins, otherwise, he could have learned how to use a dagger as well.
It seems he would have to find a way to learn that last weapon somewhere else.
Hiring someone to come teach at his home wasn't something Lis considered much anymore.
After all, he might still be under the eye of a hidden enemy. Learning weapons with his own guards was one thing; Lis trusted them not to gossip about the nobility, but bringing in outsiders posed a certain risk.
So, learning incognito seemed to be the best solution.
With that plan in mind, Lis said to Welf, "Let's continue with the practice. I am interested in learning about bows, axes, and hammers. Arrange something."
"Understood, Master Lis," Welf, having gone through that incident, didn't find it strange why Lis wanted to learn those weapons and really didn't care to know; he just wanted to fulfill the tasks set by Lis.
After all, having finally advanced to become a Golden Warrior, he wasn't eager to 'rest in peace' just yet.
What a fulfilling day! Lis stretched lazily, thinking to himself.