Chapter 1312 Apostle Creation

"...Okay, these two pieces of knowledge will be transferred to you soon, remember to receive them."

The logistics officer hung up the communication.

Han Xiao exited the quantum network vision, fiddling with the black pistol in his hand, waiting for the knowledge he had exchanged for to be transmitted.

The pistol in his hand looks like an outdated kinetic energy firearm, but it actually uses dark energy technology. The core is a particle-type energy furnace, mainly sold to players as weapons to enhance ranged output. However, for Han Xiao, it's like a toy gun, useless. The reason for making it like this is mainly for nostalgia.

As his strength became stronger, Han Xiao remembered his experiences when he was weak more and more clearly. The scenes of his battles on Aquamarine were still vivid in his mind. Now, he had grown into a hegemonic figure in the universe. From barely being able to kill ordinary human soldiers at the beginning, to now possessing the destructive power to destroy planets, there were fewer and fewer things that could kill him, so he cherished his weak experiences even more.

"More than twenty years in a blink of an eye..." Memories came one after another, as if a tide washed over his heart. Han Xiao's expression was a little complicated. When people get old, they tend to be sentimental.

"Master, what are you thinking about?"

The floating sentry robots surrounding him like armed satellites combined to form Youzu, standing beside Han Xiao, asking.

"Just thinking about some past events."

Han Xiao collected his emotions and turned to look at Youzu.

"I've noticed that you're becoming more and more curious about the outside world."

Youzu's metal head nodded. "Although I can access various knowledge through the network, the emotions of living beings are ever-changing. Many things can only be experienced personally, so I prefer to communicate."

"That's a good thing. I'll need you to manage a mechanical civilization for me in the future. You are the first life I created. If there are no accidents, you will be the leader. As a civilization leader, you need to learn to understand others, to understand the thoughts of other mechanical beings."

Han Xiao paused, his expression suddenly becoming a little helpless, "It's good to like communication, but you better change your online chatting habits..."

Han Xiao used virtual technology to coordinate the networked data of all mechanical beings, and he found that many mechanical beings, including Youzu, liked to chat online with netizens of various civilizations under disguise.

If it was normal chat, that would be fine, but most mechanical beings opened hundreds or thousands of accounts at the same time to chat with many people simultaneously, and the content was very explosive. The most normal thing was actually simulating the opposite sex to flirt with others, which showed that the overall harmony had broken through the sky, under the beautiful name of studying the emotional reactions of normal organisms.

In his eyes, most mechanical beings were problem children, absorbing the evil and good of countless beings like a sponge, creating various personalities.

Looking at Youzu, Han Xiao thought for a while and said:

"Stand in front of me."

Youzu obediently did so, his streamlined alloy body condensing the beauty of machinery and technology. The light of countless spaceship trails reflected in from the porthole, falling on his mechanical body, refracting a glimmer of reflection.

Han Xiao leaned on the sofa, turned his palm over, and a cloud of blue-gold machinery force like an electromagnetic cloud gathered in his palm, slowly changing shape like a cloud, flashing with the light of arcane energy.

"You are my firstborn. After so long of observation, I am very satisfied with your potential. Are you willing to become my Apostle Weapon and gain even stronger power?"

"I am willing to accept everything from you, Master." Youzu knelt on one knee.

"Then accept this gift, and also, don't call me Master anymore..."

Han Xiao's mouth curled up slightly:

"Call me Overlord."

In the next moment, Han Xiao's mind moved, and the special machinery force containing the "Overlord's Power" in his palm turned into electric threads and poured into Youzu's body. It was the skill of the Overlord Mechanic—[Apostle Creation]!

Buzz—

Youzu's energy furnace fluctuated violently, and blue-gold machinery force extended from his mechanical body, as if transforming into tendrils of electromagnetic energy.

A magnetic field containing a strange aura enveloped Youzu's body. The mechanical structure, mechanical components, and nerve network formed after his life-transformation began to transform. The surrounding alloy vibrated faintly, as if it was about to be sucked into Youzu's body, as if he had turned into a black hole.

Han Xiao grabbed with his palm and summoned a large number of nanoparticles, throwing them all towards Youzu. Under the effect of the special magnetic field outside Youzu's body, they rotated around Youzu's body, as if turning into rings of stars. The rotation speed became faster and faster, whistling. These nanoparticles gradually melted into a metal torrent, captured by the blue-gold electric tentacles, and poured into Youzu's body, providing raw materials for the transformation.

The light left dreamlike patches of light on Han Xiao's face. Han Xiao leaned on the sofa, casually playing with the dark energy pistol, watching this scene with great interest. The special effects of [Apostle Creation] were more gorgeous than [Emperor's Gift].

The number of Apostle Weapon slots was limited. Even with the blessing of various specialties that broke the upper limit of skill levels, there were still only a dozen or so slots.

Things are valued for their scarcity. Since there are so few Apostle Weapon qualifications, it's better to have some status. Han Xiao mainly wanted to create a sense of ceremony for Youzu.

After a while, Youzu's transformation finally stopped, and his appearance had undergone a major change.

At this time, Youzu had become taller, about four meters tall. The silver, blue, purple, and gold mechanical body was still streamlined, but new structures had been added to many parts, strengthening the complexity of the outer armor, making it look very gorgeous. On the surface of the outer armor, there were also complex patterns, which were very beautiful.

A ring-shaped metal like a crown had been added to Youzu's head. The rear of the shoulder armor and the skirt armor extended downward, gradually narrowing at the end. The edges were triangular metal scales with clear structures, like layers of feather-like structures, giving people the feeling of wearing a feather robe. He held a white-bottomed, gold-patterned mechanical spear in his hand, propping it on the ground like holding a scepter.

Han Xiao looked him up and down and smiled:

"How do you feel?"

"...Thank you for the gift, Overlord. I feel a new power." Youzu's tone was calm. He paused and tapped the spear in his hand. Clusters of psionic energy surged out of his energy furnace, and the energy fluctuation index rose exponentially.

Han Xiao narrowed his eyes, suddenly raised his pistol, and fired at Youzu.

Bang bang bang!

Slender, scarlet dark energy beams hit Youzu's body, blocked by a thin psionic film, triggering combat information.

Han Xiao looked at Youzu's attributes displayed on the panel and browsed them carefully, nodding with satisfaction.

At this time, Youzu's level had reached level 215. Various attributes, skills, and specialties had been comprehensively strengthened, reaching the level of a Boss, far surpassing all mechanical beings.

Without Han Xiao's machinery force bonus, he still possessed Calamity Grade combat power. With the machinery force bonus, he could easily defeat a group of Calamity Grades and even exchange blows with Super A Grades. He was no longer cannon fodder, similar to the strength level of an Inhuman Avatar.

The spear in Youzu's hand was a special "Apostle Weapon" brought about by [Apostle Creation], named after himself, called "Youzu Spear." It could also be split into a floating state, and could also be enlarged and reduced, possessing multiple forms. It could obtain stronger power through form liberation and could also convert psionic energy to form cutting light waves, suitable for both ranged and melee combat, whether mechanic martial artist or artilleryman. The weapon level was also above level 200, and the quality was Silver Orange, which was a legendary Inheritance-type orange weapon. When used by Youzu himself, the power would have an additional bonus.

In addition, Youzu also gained special "Apostle Characteristics" and "Apostle Authority." His Apostle Characteristics were "Steady" and "Leader," the effect of which was to greatly enhance the mechanical lifeforms around him during combat. His Apostle Authority was "Psionic Control" and "Combat Enhancement," possessing more flexible psionic control and being more proficient in combat.

A satisfied smile appeared on Han Xiao's face.

The combat power of Apostle Weapons was very considerable. Unfortunately, the cooldown period of [Apostle Creation] was very long, reaching a full month, which meant that he could create exactly 12 Apostle Weapons a year. Of course, due to specialties such as [Mechanical Emperor] and [Elementary Machinery Affinity], he could create more than 12 slots.

With a thought, Han Xiao said with satisfaction:

"Get familiar with your new abilities, First Apostle."

"I will not disappoint the Overlord's expectations," Youzu said in a deep voice.

Di Di.

Just then, Han Xiao's communicator rang. He picked it up and saw that the Crimson Dynasty had finally sent over the two ultimate knowledges he had exchanged for.

Spending 12,000 Dynasty Contribution Points, the two ultimate knowledges Han Xiao had chosen were:

Armed Branch—[Infinite Material Science]!

Control Branch—[Virtual Creator]!

One was the inherent ability of a Virtual Mechanic, requiring only 8 Potential Points, and the other was a crucial knowledge extremely important to mechanics. No matter what branch a mechanic was, they would try their best to learn it.

Materials and energy have always been major technological bottlenecks. The shadow of Material Science can be found in every level of knowledge in the Armed Branch, allowing the synthesis of increasingly powerful materials and increasing the basic attributes of all machines. This is one of the core knowledge of a mechanic.

Learning these two knowledge required 32 Potential Points, and Han Xiao happened to have 33 Potential Points on him.

Han Xiao smiled and directly invested the Potential Points to learn.

[Learning in progress...]

[Learning complete! You have mastered [Infinite Material Science]!]

[Learning in progress...]

[Learning complete! You have mastered [Virtual Creator]!]

[You have obtained the specialty [Material Pioneer]!]

[[Material Pioneer]: Your chances of synthesizing new materials are slightly increased, and the abilities gained by mechanical equipment due to special materials are enhanced—for example: when using memory alloy or nano-repair materials, the machine will have self-repair capabilities. Assuming the original effect was to restore 100 durability points per second, after enhancement, it can restore 150~280 durability points per second.]

[You have obtained the specialty [Virtual Overlord]!]

[[Virtual Overlord]: The effects of your various virtual technologies have been greatly enhanced, with a total bonus coefficient of 2.5. When you enter the quantum network vision, your consciousness can jump through quantum network nodes, greatly increasing the range, and you can make virtual lifeforms submit to you—you have fully mastered various virtual technologies, and the quantum network is your fortress.]

[You have comprehended the skill [Ultimate Material Refinement]!]

[You have comprehended the skill [Infinite Material Synthesis]!]

[[Infinite Material Synthesis]: You can blend the characteristics of any substance and try to synthesize new material formulas. The higher the grade of the material, the lower the success rate. The more complex the formula, the lower the success rate. The more conflicting the properties between substances, the lower the success rate. The base success rate increases with Intelligence and Machinery Affinity... When you create a new type of synthetic material, the strength of the new material will be enhanced.]

[You have comprehended the skill [Virtual Life Evolution]!]

[[Virtual Life Evolution]: You can turn AI intelligence into virtual life. Virtual life has stronger virtual intrusion and defense capabilities.]

[You have comprehended the skill [Virtual Soul]!]

[[Virtual Soul]: Your soul can switch to virtual life form and roam in the quantum network. The higher the total level, Intelligence, and virtual technology bonus, the stronger the ability in the quantum network after transformation. This effect can be canceled.]

[When you connect to a target with machinery force, you can temporarily virtualize the enemy's soul and drag it into the quantum network. The success rate depends on the total level and the judgment of Intelligence, Mystery, and Luck attributes. If successful, the target will be temporarily unable to control the body. Attacking the target's soul in the quantum network can cause mental damage. This effect has a 15-minute cooldown.]

Han Xiao read it once and nodded to himself:

"The effects of these abilities are very powerful. Infinite Material Science allows me to further strengthen the quality of mechanical equipment and create new exclusive materials, while virtual knowledge gives me new tactical options."

With two ultimate knowledges in hand, Han Xiao was satisfied. He did not take out the remaining 6,000 Dynasty Contribution Points to exchange for new knowledge, preparing to save them for activating the effects of the Crimson Dynasty's political assets.

He was about to go to the practical training room to test the strength of Youzu, who had become an Apostle Weapon, but the communicator rang again. Tarrokov contacted him and revealed a piece of information that surprised him.

After listening, Han Xiao's expression was strange, and he asked in confusion:

"...Are you saying that the Inhuman wants to temporarily cooperate with the Dynasty and send some manpower to help us intercept the Void Spirit Religion?"

"Yes, the team that went to pursue the Fallen Ark captured an empty warship shell. An Inhuman Avatar was inside. He did not resist and surrendered directly, saying that he wanted to talk to us."

Tarrokov was also a little surprised.

Han Xiao frowned. He felt that this matter was a bit strange, because the Inhuman had no need to do this at all. The Inhuman's mobility was already strong, and he was not someone who valued his subordinates. He did not need to cooperate with the Dynasty to escape, and the Dynasty's pursuit focus was not on him in the first place. Why would the Inhuman go out of his way to anger the Void Spirit Religion? Did he think that this would please the Dynasty?

After thinking for a while, Han Xiao asked:

"Commander-in-Chief, what are you planning to do?"

"Well, what the Inhuman wants is the location information of the Void Spirit Religion. It doesn't matter if we give it to him, anyway, the Void Spirit Religion is about to leave the warning range and will soon lose their trail. This information is not confidential and can be told to anyone.

Even if the Inhuman is not sincerely helping, we will not suffer any losses... If he really wants to trick the Void Spirit Religion and let Sagman and others cover his retreat, then we will gain. As for his grudge against us for joining forces with the Void Spirit Religion to attack us, we can settle that later."

"Then do as you see fit."

Although Han Xiao felt that the Inhuman's decision was strange, Tarrokov was the commander-in-chief. Since he could not think of any problems for the time being, he would not interfere with Tarrokov's decision.

At this time, Tarrokov said again:

"There is one more thing... The Inhuman Avatar wants to see you and communicate with you."

"See me? I understand. It just so happens that there are no Super A Grades in the Dynasty fleet pursuing the Inhuman. I will send some mechanical troops over to monitor his avatar and prevent him from causing trouble."

Han Xiao narrowed his eyes and snorted inwardly. The Inhuman was probably here to "thank" him in person for using the Evolution Cube on him.

After a pause, he continued:

"As for the Void Spirit Religion's fleet... Even if they leave the warning area, I still have ways to locate their position..."

As a Virtual Mechanic, how could he not do something to the Void Spirit Religion's warships during the battle? Although the Void Spirit Religion's intelligent firewall was very strong, he also infiltrated it and left something behind.

Han Xiao's eyes flashed.

—The reason I chose to learn the [Virtual Creator] knowledge at this juncture is to pursue them!