Gou is a dark elf in Warhammer

The structure of the Shwedagon Pagoda is very strange. Dacus has visited many large and small gold pyramids, and all of them could be entered by walking in, but this one required swimming in.

Out of respect for being the first time visitor to a holy land, Shi Lan did not teleport, nor did he do anything fancy. Everyone just swam quietly in the water, or rather, were carried forward by the bubbles.

As a result, it took five minutes to get in.

As he swam, he wondered if perhaps the Skink Priests here did not wear the ornate headdresses favored by other Skink Priests because it would weigh them down.

Inside the Shwedagon Pagoda is a large pond with huge water lily pads floating in it, but now these large water lily pads are long gone and need to be rebuilt. The everlasting lanterns were also extinguished due to the sinking of the temple city, but were soon relit by the Slann, and the light was sprinkled on the water, illuminating the interior of the pyramid.

As the light bloomed again, the few elves and red dragons that followed in turned their eyes to the wall. What attracted them was not only the shimmering light reflected from the water, but also a huge world map. Golden lines marked each piece of land, converging into a complex map.

Daxus took one look at the map and lost interest. A map is just a map. There is no special marking, such as showing the location of the ship cemetery. It is a map. The current map at this time, the coastline of Ulthuan after it sank due to the collapse of the earth and the earth, is clearly marked with golden lines. The map is important, but he knows it by heart, so it has no appeal.

"This... so many? Maybe I should have come earlier?" He looked around and exclaimed in a low voice.

The rare floor inside the Shwedagon Pagoda is made entirely of stone slabs. There is nothing else except stone slabs. These stone slabs are stacked there like books on a bookshelf, arranged in a square array, as if waiting for his inspection.

"It's quite thoughtful...this." He said something strange, but after seeing the contents on the stone slabs, he became a little uneasy. The first row of stone slabs was like a catalog and outline, telling the viewer what the contents of the stone slabs behind were.

"Storm wheel?" He walked to the edge and started to read. Of all the slates, his favorite was the Zongqi system, because it was very detailed, even a little verbose. Moreover, Zongqi's stuff was very strange, and he was looking forward to it. The Zongqi slate he found in Chapeiuto was very strange, and it could allow aquatic creatures to leave the water and fly into the air to fight within the radiation range of the device.

What he was looking at now was not a black box. The so-called black box was just a black square box with mysterious pulsating patterns on it... No, a black box means that the user can understand its working mechanism and how to apply it to actual scenarios through the input and output of the black box, but knows nothing about the internal operating mechanism of the black box.

It's a bit like what I was thinking, what's the principle? I thought I didn't know, I thought I could use it. When I got to the Lizardman side, I thought it was upgraded and could be manufactured. In fact, there is no essential difference between various engines and black boxes.

To him, the Storm Wheel seems more like a practical application of the Arcane Sphere?

Magic wind can solidify into entities, and when compressed to the extreme, it will become a gem-like object, and the style of these gems changes according to the compressed magic wind. Energy stones are usually tools used by casters to assist in casting spells. In addition, energy stones can also be used in many places, such as maintaining nodes, inlaying in armor and weapons.

In layman's terms, it's a battery, and the Mystic Ball is an extra-large battery that can be mass-produced. As for whether it's safe or not...

The Storm Wheel is an application system, not a single object or black box. In the system, there is an Aegir Wind Catcher connected to the Arcane Sphere. With the Catcher, there is no need for underwater energy sensors, antennas, lightning rods, or catheters. The Catcher replaces the functions of these devices.

When the Wind of Aegir appears, the collector captures the free energy in the air through the rune network on the surface. The runes can sense and guide the energy, and gather, compress and conduct the energy into the arcane ball.

In layman's terms, it is a charger. The applications of the capture device and the charger are almost the same. It transmits energy into the arcane ball, making the arcane ball sustainable.

Then the weird part came, no propellers or propellers were needed, the rules of physics were broken. Unlike traditional propulsion systems, the Storm Wheel used magical power to propel the ship forward.

The diversion network at the bottom of the ship will release the energy of the arcane ball, generating an invisible energy flow, which is the driving force. This driving force is not limited by water flow, wind force, or materials, and the energy flow will also isolate the ship from the water, creating an almost floating effect. The hull looks like it is in contact with the water, but in fact it is not. The water resistance disappears, and when the ship is moving, it glides like lightning at an amazing speed. Drifting is not a dream, and turning on the spot is possible...

"Fuck you?!" When Daxus saw this, he was possessed by Lei Datou. In his opinion, the Storm Wheel was too evil. If the Storm Wheel was put into practical use, many things would be changed.

There is a peculiar device in front of the ocean-going cargo ship - the bow. This spherical protrusion can help the ship increase its sailing speed. When sailing, the resistance of the ship mainly comes from the contact area between the seawater and the ship and the air. The seawater at the bow will be pushed up, and the pushed up seawater will form undulating waves, thereby increasing the resistance of the ship and affecting the sailing speed of the ship.

This resistance is called wave resistance, which is one of the main factors restricting the speed of ships. Therefore, the bow of the ship appears, but in addition to reducing the resistance of the ship, it will also have a certain impact on the stability of the ship. Moreover, the bow of the ship is arc-shaped, which represents an extremely high casting process. It is easy to make a piece of steel plate, but turning the steel plate into a ball is a goal technology.

With the storm steering wheel, there is no need for a spherical bow. Even at high speed, the water resistance will not affect the ship speed, and complex hydrodynamic design and optimization are no longer needed. With the storm steering wheel, not only the bow, but also the complex mechanical system, steam turbine, gas turbine and diesel engine are no longer needed. With the storm steering wheel, these complex mechanical structures are completely unnecessary.

Without mechanical power devices, equipment such as propellers, tail shafts, and thrusters will also be eliminated. Without mechanical power devices, what are the uses of these things?

Without the mechanical power plant, the problem of huge fuel reserves and energy consumption does not exist, which is environmentally friendly and increases the capacity of the ship. The Storm Wheel continuously draws energy from the air and the environment, allowing the ship to sail for almost unlimited time without the need for energy supply.

In traditional ship design, waterproof materials and anti-corrosion technology are key parts, especially wooden or metal hulls are easily damaged when exposed to water for a long time. However, the Storm Wheel uses magic to isolate the hull from the water, completely eliminating the risk of corrosion and water erosion, but it is still needed...

Ships always have to dock, and it is impossible to keep the storm steering system running while docked. This is not realistic, unless the ship is parked in a dry dock. The problem is where can we get so many dry docks.

The Storm Wheel does not rely on buoyancy to maintain navigation, but uses magic to suspend the hull above the water. Therefore, all the designs related to buoyancy and complex drainage systems are still needed. What if the magic fails? If the power is lost, it can still float and wait for rescue. If there is a problem with the buoyancy and drainage system, it will be a real disaster.

In addition to technology and industry, the emergence of Storm Helm can also bring about great changes in other aspects. In the world before Dacus and in the world he lives in now, there are cases of colonies getting out of control. There are many reasons for this, one of which is that the distance and relationship between the colonies and the mainland are too far.

The first generation of immigrants was fine. While they came to the colonies to make a living, most of them still had their hearts set on the homeland. But after the second generation… they didn’t even know where the homeland was, let alone having been there. They only read about it in books and heard about it from the elderly. Some had never even heard of it. Instead, they were dominated and exploited by the homeland. Isn’t this the case? There are other government orders and so on, all of which are thunder.

The colonies designated by Dacus are all within the scope of the Vast Ocean, so the Vast Ocean must be the inland sea of ​​the elves, and the elf ships sailing on the Vast Ocean must be safe. So he did gain something from killing that monster, but it is not reflected now, so it is better to take precautions before it happens.

The increase in ship speed will further strengthen the connection between Ulthuan and the various colonies. In addition to speeding up the arrival of government orders, information and troops, it will also enable the elves to move their population around.

Elves born in Elsin Arwen might go to Asheril for their honeymoon. Go to school in Ulthuan, see what the "city of world's desire" is like, and how the world desires it. Wouldn't the sense of belonging and pride suddenly rise? Go to Tar Ulishain, now Nehekhara, to make a living.

The Storm Wheel is good, but it is a bit labor-intensive. It is related to magic and must involve a spellcaster. The Storm Wheel can not only use water to increase the speed of the ship, but also combine magic with nature. The Storm Wheel is called the Storm Wheel because the caster can use the Storm Wheel to control nearby natural phenomena such as wind and lightning. If the caster is powerful, he can also create a small-scale storm. With sails, the summoned wind can further increase the speed of the ship. It can not only allow the ship to adapt to various bad weather, but also allow the ship to escape from bad weather at high speed.

The Storm Wheel also has a unique feature: the heading control system does not rely on a traditional steering wheel. Instead, the caster changes the direction of the ship by controlling the diversion network, achieving completely precise control without sails.

The spellcaster takes the place of the ship's helmsman, the first mate, and even a tugboat and pilot are no longer needed.

Dacus stood up, frowned, put his hands behind his back, and paced in place. He felt like a dog biting a hedgehog. He thought that the most suitable ship for the Storm Wheel was a large steel ship, the bigger the better, a large cruise ship or an ocean-going freighter, but these were things that would happen a long time in the future, and the all-steel shipbuilding technology had not yet been developed.

The most suitable one now is... Dragon Boat! Currently, there is no ship more suitable for Storm Wheels than Dragon Boat. A Dragon Boat equipped with Storm Wheels will break through the existing speed limit and become even more terrifying.

This is still the speed. The Storm Wheel also provides a variety of terrifying attack methods, combined with the dragon and eagle claw crossbows on board...

One, just one, no more. One dragon ship and two giant dragons would be enough to kill Drucci's fleet of plunder ships. Even he, who couldn't command a naval battle, could figure it out. He didn't even have to do anything, just let the dragon ship use high-speed maneuvers to circle around the fleet of plunder ships.

At the first chance they get, they'll attack any looting ships that show up without cover, using lightning, crossbows, and dragon's breath, striking from all sides, then they'll run away and keep circling, just like peeling an onion.

No matter how the plundering fleet fights, it will be useless. If the speed is not advantageous, trying to surround them is just giving them a chance. The high-speed dragon ships can use this opportunity to do many things. In the end, the plundering fleet can only flee in a scattered manner, which is also a chance. The high-speed dragon ships can eat them one by one.

Fortunately, this technology is in his hands, in the hands of Druch, and the manufacturing technology is in the hands of the Lizardmen, not in the hands of Asur, otherwise... He estimated that he would not be able to sleep well at night. He can't even cross the sea to rule Ulthuan, so what's the point of ruling? How can he swim across?

The reason why he felt that the dog bit the hedgehog was that the Storm Wheel was not suitable for him at the moment, let's talk about the Lizardmen first, the canal boats sailing on the canals and rivers of the continent of Lustria are just like that, they can be used, make do, and are very useful, having such a thing has a kind of beauty from the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Before the steel shipbuilding technology was developed and before the thousand-ton inland ships came out, there was no point in adding storm wheels to the canal ships. It was like adding tracks to a turtle instead of pulleys, which was a waste of effort.

And most importantly, the Storm Wheel needs to be operated by a spellcaster, that is, the Skin Lizard Priest has to operate the Storm Wheel. Given the existing capacity and tonnage of the canal ships, how many Skin Lizard Priests are needed. Skin Lizard Priests are an indispensable part of the Lizardmen society. Each one of them is a precious asset. It is a bit crazy to concentrate them on the canal.

As for Duruchi... the situation is not so bad. In fact, the existing plunder ships are already outdated, and even more outdated after the appearance of the storm wheel.

When he was still in Naggaroth, he returned to Clar Karond. At that time, the shipyard had completed several new jobs. A new ship was exactly the same as the existing plunder ship, except for some minor differences in the bow. The part of the bow that was in contact with the water was modified and hollowed out to accommodate a hell dragon, and a device allowed the hell dragon to be connected to the hull.

This feels like a carriage on land, with the Hell Dragon being the horse and the ship being the carriage, with a biological engine installed. The reason for this kind of operation is that this ship is a special model, and its route is Krakarond-Spikazuma, which is specially designed for long-term travel in the underground sea. It only appears on the sea surface after a short journey. From this point of view, this job is pretty good, and with the Hell Dragon, the ship can travel faster in the underground sea.

There is also a ship that is known as the pride of Clar Karonde and the symbol of Duruchi.

An enhanced version of the existing old model of plunder ship, with a longer hull, a tapered bow and a wider upper part, a wide hull and spacious hatches, designed to increase carrying capacity. The power system adopts a multi-mast and multi-sail design, with a large oblique sail area and a reasonable area distribution, which can more flexibly adapt to different sea conditions and wind speeds. The total crew is fifty.

In his opinion, this is the ultimate version of the Clipper Ship, and there is no potential for upgrading and transformation. The problem is... this ship is designed for transportation, not combat. If it is for combat, it must be a Dragon Ship. The problem is...

Thinking of this, he took a breath and clenched his teeth. He felt a little confused. Good steel should be used on the blade. Storm Wheels would not be considered for transportation before they meet combat needs. It is not impossible to adapt Storm Wheels to the existing outdated plunder ships, but it is a pity and a waste of resources.

Those two Lorens have magic wood, magic wood for making dragon boats. The problem is that the magic wood has a legend in those two Lorens and is sacred. Besides, apart from these things, transportation will also be a big problem.

After Asrai and Asur reached a trade agreement, they could basically forget about shipping it out. As for Ainir, this wood was not a useless thing like an information card. If a ship carrying magic wood appeared in the Vast Ocean, Asur would definitely make plans and deduct the money even if it was paid. After all, this was magic wood that could be used to build dragon ships. Moreover, Ainir did not have a ship that could transport magic wood, so they would have to board Duruchi's black ark.

He thought it was unrealistic. It was absolutely impossible for Anil to do anything with this precious magical wood. No one could do it. The interests of all parties could not be reconciled. Unless he was crazy, the problem was that he was not crazy.

Or, should he look for wood suitable for making dragon boats or areas with good planting in Lustria in the next two years? But he gave up soon. Steel boats were destined to replace wooden boats, unless they fought against the Tzeentch demon who could destroy steel at sea. There was no other way. The Wind of the Pious Gate was naturally strong against metal objects. But there was a solution, but it was not something that should be studied at present. The technology of all-steel shipbuilding had not been developed yet.

Perhaps the best way now is to modify the new plunder ship, retain or raise the hull, cancel the multi-mast and multi-sail design, turn it into a three-sail ship, and equip it with a ram and a reaper crossbow.

Dacus felt like a boil had been opened. To whom should the storm-wheel-equipped plundering ships be assigned? Where should the captains and sailors be drawn from? Whether to form an elite, model fleet, who will be in charge of the fleet? How many plundering ships are needed for the fleet? What is the tactical thinking? Where should they be deployed? Who will pay for the supplies and salaries? These are all problems, but they are not the main problems.

The main problem is that the current Druki Navy has not been reformed...

This is still a problem with the Drucci Navy. He also has to find time to go to Spikazuma. He hasn't been there for a long time. The trip to Elsin Alvin was very profitable. He has a lot of things for Coptiti to arrange for production, which involves a lot of problems.

I want this and that. Should the production capacity of Spica Zuma be expanded? How long will it take to make the Storm Wheel alone? Half a year, a year, or how long? How many combat-capable fleets can be formed before the war without affecting other production capacities?

The only problem that is easy to solve is the Storm Weaver's side. There is nothing much to say about this side, and it is not a big problem. He and Serene are here, holding the Trident of the Sea in their hands.

After returning to Chapeyuto, he will hold a meeting to finalize the system and then officially open for business. At that time, he will notify Kaia who is far away in Lauren Loren. Don't forget him. Kaia is a high-level storm weaver after all. This is not a title, but a powerful boss in the organization. Follow-up personnel are not a problem. He believes that his clan mother will handle everything.

Suddenly, he thought of something else. Maybe the storm wheel could be equipped for the flying assault ship, but this idea only stayed in his mind for a moment. He felt it was too much. It is not impossible to take the things of the Water God Sect to the sky. Storms, lightning, wind and so on can also be used. The problem is that the use of the assault ship is very clear, and the assault ship is too small. Even if it is used on the Archon's vehicle, the Throne of Suffering, it is not worth it.

He felt his mind was a little confused, and past experience told him that when his mind was confused, he should not think about it. Then he took another step and looked at the second stone slab.

"Ouch!" (End of this chapter)