Chapter 415: Chapter 358: The Birth of the Flying Dragon Knight and the Possibility of a Flying Dragon Mage
Marlin was so dizzy from the shaking that his head was spinning, but the light in his eyes only grew brighter.
He ignored Barnaby’s loss of composure and continued to describe the blueprint in his mind to Raylo.
"Lord, please imagine this."
"A Great Mage, no longer needing the protection of a Mage Tower or a fortified position. He can spread his Dragon Wings and soar freely through the sky like a Griffin Knight."
"He would become the most mobile artillery piece, able to precisely unleash devastating Range Magic from within the enemy’s ranks, or release a torrent of Elemental Magic from an unexpected angle."
"Frost, Blazing Flame, Thunderbolt... they will rain down from the sky. Before such a three-dimensional assault, the enemy’s shield formations and city walls will be rendered useless."
Marlin’s description sent a shiver down everyone’s spine.
A flying Sky Knight was terrifying enough, but a flying Great Mage?
That wasn’t just a simple case of one plus one equals two; it was a fundamental transformation.
He would become a Grim Reaper circling above the battlefield, a nightmare for all ground troops.
"It’s feasible! Absolutely feasible!"
Barnaby had descended into the excitement of a mad scientist. He let go of Marlin and began to pace back and forth, muttering to himself.
"The Dragon Blood will transform a Mage’s bloodline and might even awaken a Talent Ability similar to Dragon Language Magic! No, I have to redesign the formula, fine-tuning it for a Mage’s Sea of Spiritual and Magic Affinity..."
Watching the two Great Mages lost in their fervor, Raylo couldn’t help but feel tempted.
The scene Marlin painted was simply too alluring.
Black Stone Territory’s Magic Power was steadily increasing, but the Mage Corps had always been used as the core of positional warfare. Their biggest weakness was mobility.
If they could create a unit of flying Mages, even one with only a handful of members, it would become a surprise force capable of changing the tide of battle.
He looked at Marlin. The Elder Mage’s eyes were filled with a thirst for knowledge and a vision for the future.
This wasn’t just about personal Power; it was about paving the way for an entirely new school of Casters.
"Lord, I am willing to be the first to try."
Marlin bowed, his tone solemn.
"This is a brand new path. I am willing to bear all the risks."
His words were resolute.
Everyone present knew what it meant to be the first test subject.
Alex’s success didn’t mean the process was without risk. The process was already dangerous for a Knight with his robust physique; for a relatively frail Mage, the uncertainties would only be greater.
"Master Barnaby."
"I’m entrusting the Wind God Winged Dragon’s Essence Blood to you. You can also withdraw any other necessary materials directly from the storeroom."
Raylo then turned to Marlin and said, "Master Marlin, you and Master Barnaby will form a research team to perfect this proposal. I want a detailed plan for the Flying Dragon Mage project that minimizes all risks."
"As you command, Lord!"
"Raylo, my boy, get ready to witness another miracle!"
Marlin and Barnaby glanced at each other, seeing the Flame in the other’s eyes.
Raylo clapped Alex on the shoulder. The new Sky Knight was still immersed in the joy of his newfound Power.
"Go on, go celebrate with the Knights."
"Yes, Lord!"
Alex turned and, amidst a complex mix of gazes filled with envy, jealousy, and admiration from the other Knights, was swarmed by his excited comrades, who lifted him up and tossed him into the air.
