Magicraft Meister Part 1

Jin returned to Horai Island and immediately gave a detailed report to Elsa and Saki.

"A shell of an ancient dragon!

Saki bites.

"Jin, you're going to go look for it, aren't you?　You're going, aren't you?

"Ah, yes!"

Jin replied, being overwhelmed by Saki's enthusiasm.

"But we have to get ready. The problem is the Frost Dragon."

"I see. It will probably use a magic similar to <>.

Jin's analysis. Erza nodded her head, "That's probably right.

"Then, how can we counter it?

"Father, are the weapons we've made so far not enough?"

Reiko wondered.

"No, I need a proper weapon. For a single target, <> or <> would be fine, but they are too powerful. Frost dragons are probably few in number, and we don't want to affect the ecosystem."

"I see. That's a very Jin-like way of thinking.

Saki agreed with me, smiling.

"So you would use fire magic against the cold?"

Jin, however, rejected Saki's opinion.

"No, that would be too inefficient. I think it would be better to use an attribute that is less susceptible to the cold rather than to counteract it."

"I understand ....... So, lightning, light, etc.?

Elsa also understands.

"That's right. ......"

Then Reiko spoke up.

"Father, if you just want to get rid of them, wouldn't a transporter gun be enough?"

The transfer rifle is a gun that uses the principle of a transporter to transfer the target to a distant place. It fires a wave of magic power, not a bullet.

Due to its nature, the destination is fixed, and it can only fire a single shot or at most two shots due to the energy it consumes.

"That is also true. We should improve the transfer gun a little and make the mana a cartridge type to make it easier to use. Then we can widen the area of effect to deal with giant dragons.

I think that's a good idea.

"It's non-lethal and I think it's a good idea.

So, Jin decided to start working on the improvement.

They moved to Jin's workshop on the first floor and resumed their discussions.

"I think we should decide on the shape of the mana tank, standardize it, and make it usable by recharging it when it is empty.

The image is that of an AAA rechargeable battery.

"......It would be better to standardize these parts as well."

"I agree."

Following Elsa's advice, we decided to think about the future rather than just making something on the spur of the moment.

"If you think about it, dry cell batteries are used reasonably well," she said.

Jin adds, "Except for button batteries. That one is too complicated .......

We decided to make Type I, which is roughly the size of an AAA battery, and set it as the standard for the following years. Type II and later will be considered at that time.

"I think it's a good idea."

Erza agreed.

The Magi Crystal is formed into a cylindrical shape, and the Magi Formula is engraved on it.

"......What is that?"

This time, Jin was engraving inside the magi crystal. It is an image of 3D laser engraving on the inside of crystal glass and so on.

As one would expect, it was not as precise as engraving on the surface, but it was sufficient for its use as a mana tank.

"Hmm?　In this way, the magic formula won't disappear due to abrasion, will it?"

"...... I understand what you are saying. But the fact that you are going to do it is amazing.

"I agree with you. I think that Jin is a after all.

Saki could sense the high level of his skill.

After creating about 20 cartridge-type mana tanks, Jin then began work on the transfer gun.

"I wonder if I should add other functions to it anyway.

Erza advises the fussy Jin.

"But I think it would be bad if it can't be used as a transfer gun in an emergency.

The question is which to choose: the ease of use of a dedicated gun or the convenience of a general-purpose gun.

"I see. ...... so that would be ......."

Jin proposes that the gun can be used as a transfer gun when used normally, and as a paralyzer or laser gun when certain operations are performed.

"What if we set up the settings first, and then require certain operations to change the settings?"

This is a safety measure against accidentally changing the setting to a different one.

"Okay, then."

"Yes, let's go with that."

Jin thus begins to do some serious processing.

Erza is watching him, trying to learn his technique.

Saki is simply admiring Jin's skill.

Reiko prepares the materials and checks the whole process to make sure nothing has been overlooked.

An hour later, five new transfer rifles were completed. In design, they look similar to the Ruger P08.

The cartridges are inserted by opening the lid at the end of the grip, just like changing batteries. It is not a casing type.

"While pressing this button, turn the dial at the rear. 1 is the transfer gun, 2 is the paralyzer, and 3 is the laser gun.

The dial cannot be turned without pressing the button, which is a safety feature. In addition, the dial emits a red light in the laser mode, which has the power to kill, to prevent accidental setting.

"There is one more safety device."

Jin pointed to a small magic crystal (magi crystal) attached near the tip of the gun and explained.

"If you record the magic pattern in it, the gun will not work even if you try to shoot at that person.

"That's good!"

Erza exclaimed. It means we won't accidentally blow away a family member.

The old man has kept a record of the family's magic patterns.

"That's it."

Made of 64 light silver, light and strong. The surface is colored red. The color was chosen to stand out because of the danger, but also to stand out in the northern land of snow and ice.　

Jin, Reiko, Erza, and Saki each carry one, and one is a spare.

One is a spare. "Kuhu, that's a little scary.

Saki, who has never lived a rough life, looked a little troubled when she received the gun.

"Just this once. I hope I won't need it normally."

Saki's own automata, Aaru might be able to carry it, but unfortunately she is a bit inferior in terms of basic performance, so she will not be accompanying him this time.

"Yes, or ...... we also need to review the covert maneuver unit (SP) ......."

Since Jin has recently been traveling mostly by airship instead of horse-drawn carriages, the covert mobility unit (SP) was no longer able to follow him.

"Either improve their flying capabilities or put them on a different mission."

There are miniature golems that can protect you without having to conform to human standards. They can hide in your pockets or luggage and guard you.

"Well, I'll think about it when I get back."

Jin had one more decision to make. That was the means of transportation.

"I wonder if the Arctic Circle will be tough with <>."

Cold weather and strong winds are imagined. Cold air is one thing, but strong winds are a nuisance.

"I'm afraid I'll have to go with <>: ......"

"Father, it must be hard to find the shell of an ancient dragon from the sky..."

But Reiko disagreed.

"Umm, sure."

If we are going to search for something on the snow-covered plateau, we will need a ground vehicle.

"We could use ......<."

The quadrupedal vehicle that I built when I visited the demon territory before.

However, its functionality seems to be insufficient. Jin glanced at Erza.

"...... permission."

Erza, sensing the meaning of his gaze, nodded broadly with a laugh.

"Okay, let's modify it!"

Jin decided to start modifying Capricorn 1 so that it would be able to operate even in extremely cold weather.