Chapter 121: Optimization

The spell Shadow Corner was also good for escaping. It allowed Helag to instantly hide, making it hard for enemies to find him if he ran out of their mana detection range.

Next, Helag bought Dark Imprisonment and Dark Energy Burst.

Dark Imprisonment was a control spell that could restrict an enemy’s movements, with effectiveness depending on the enemy’s strength.

Dark Energy Burst was an enhancement spell that absorbed a large amount of dark energy particles from the surroundings, providing a temporary boost in power.

In total, Helag bought fourteen spells, spending fifty-seven magic stones.

Additionally, he bought twenty vials of Blood Bull’s blood for four magic stones. Each vial could be used about ten times, enough for Helag for a while.

The apprentice at the checkout was shocked, not by Helag’s ability to spend sixty-one magic stones, but by his intention to learn so many spells at once.

Helag didn’t care about the apprentice’s opinion. He was determined to quickly enhance his strength.

If Moonlight Forest assigned him a task, he needed to ensure he had enough combat ability to handle various situations.

As a third-level apprentice, buying several spells wouldn’t draw too much attention.

Anyone observant would know he was Larry’s student, which would help avoid many troubles.

“Deep Blue, record all the spells I bought.”

Back home, Helag immediately had Deep Blue start recording the spells.

“Recording…”

A few minutes later, Deep Blue finished.

Helag picked up Fatigue Hand first. “Deep Blue, construct the spell model for Fatigue Hand.”

“Task created, starting execution. Estimated time: eight minutes. Estimated mana consumption: 2%.”

Helag thought, “It takes less time than before.”

Reduced mana consumption was normal, as his mental power had significantly increased.

Now, 1% of his mana was much more than it used to be.

With his strength growing, especially after advancing to a third-level apprentice, Deep Blue’s data analysis and calculation abilities had greatly improved. Additionally, recording all the second-floor books boosted Deep Blue’s efficiency.

In Helag’s mind, Deep Blue quickly and accurately constructed the spell model for Fatigue Hand.

Helag could construct the model himself, but not as quickly or precisely as Deep Blue.

Eight minutes later.

“Fatigue Hand spell model construction complete.”

Helag extended his right hand, muttering two simple syllables. His right hand quickly gathered many energy particles.

Fatigue Hand was cast. His right hand looked normal but would induce fatigue upon contact with a target.

Helag dispelled the spell and continued constructing the models for Mana Armor and Fleet Foot.

Twenty minutes later.

Helag tested Fleet Foot, which increased his agility by four points. The Blessing of the Wind Spirit only increased it by two points.

However, Fleet Foot’s effect lasted only one second, making it unsuitable for long durations.

Helag spent the afternoon constructing the remaining spell models.

Even formal wizards couldn’t master so many zero-level spells in such a short time.

Each spell could take other apprentices months to study and learn.

Deep Blue saved Helag a lot of learning time.

“I need to test the specific data for each spell,” Helag thought after constructing all the spell models.

He took out a vial of blood-red liquid, containing Blood Bull’s blood.

Helag placed the vial in his palm, applying a bit of blood to his hand.

He muttered strange syllables, channeling mana into the spell model for Rage of the Blood Bull.

The blood in his palm sank and disappeared, seemingly merging into his body.

A warm current spread from his left hand throughout his body, rapidly increasing his strength and speed, filling him with explosive power.

“Deep Blue, check my current body data,” he said, needing precise data to judge the spell’s effect.

“Helag Merlin: Strength 8.0 (2.8), Agility 7.1 (1.7), Constitution 8.8 (3.4), Mental Power 16.3, Mana 72%.”

The numbers in parentheses showed the boost from Rage of the Blood Bull, a significant improvement.

“Deep Blue, how long will this last?” Helag asked.

“Estimated duration: forty-seven minutes,” Deep Blue replied.

“Forty-seven minutes…” Helag was satisfied. This duration was enough for many situations.

Next, he cast another spell.

Blessing of the Mountain Spirit.

A green spirit, eyes closed and arms crossed, appeared on Helag’s body, merging with him.

Helag felt something immerse into his body, followed by a gentle warm current spreading from his stomach.

“Helag Merlin: Strength 8.0 (2.8) (2.3), Agility 7.1 (1.7) (1.2), Constitution 8.8 (3.4) (3.5), Mental Power 16.3, Mana 52%.”

With both Rage of the Blood Bull and Blessing of the Mountain Spirit, Helag’s physical stats reached a terrifying level.

Helag felt that with these stats, most third-level apprentices wouldn’t withstand a punch from him.

Additionally, Helag learned many shield spells.

In combat, he could stack eight or nine shields and charge into enemies with enhancement spells, making it hard for non-formal wizards to resist him.

The only issue was the high mana consumption of these spells combined.

“Deep Blue, how much mana do all the shield and enhancement spells consume together?”

“Estimated mana consumption: 98%,” Deep Blue answered.

98%…

Ordinary apprentices wouldn’t choose Helag’s combat style, as having only 2% mana left was too risky.

However, they didn’t have the time or energy to learn so many spells.

Helag was dissatisfied with the mana consumption. Even with 50% mana stored in his formation diagram, it was still too high.

“Optimization is necessary.”

“Deep Blue, start optimizing Mana Armor, Rage of the Blood Bull… Focus on reducing mana consumption.”

“Task created, starting execution…”

Late at night.

“Task complete. Estimated mana consumption: 67%.”

Deep Blue spent a few hours reducing the mana consumption of these spells.