Chapter 117: Lanchi's Status as a Card Maker
Chapter 117: Lanchi's Status as a Card Maker
Across the entire Southern Continent, a platinum-level card maker holds significant influence and respect.
Sometimes, when seeking to observe the tablet owners of allied nations, they may unconditionally agree! This is no longer a test for students or juniors but a form of networking or investment with potential card makers.
After all, who wouldn't want to associate themselves with a human card maker capable of creating orange epic cards?
"Will you be ranked as a platinum-level card maker if you craft an orange epic card during the registered card maker exam?"
Lanchi murmured to himself.
At the same time, he wondered if he could go to Dean Loren and boast about his achievement when he returned to school.
Although he wasn't particularly skilled in crafting Wind-element magic cards, discovering the tablet would earn him course credits and a vacation.
It would also be a good opportunity to experience observing the tablet and prepare himself for appraising the [Primal Tablet – Seal] in the future.
"Not necessarily," Lawrence replied to Lanchi's question, using his fingers to sketch out numbers in the air to illustrate Lanchi's approximate score. "According to the theoretical score range, crafting an orange epic card doesn't guarantee a platinum ranking. Most likely, you'd still have a surplus of promotion points, earning you a high-ranking gold level... The reason you achieved platinum with a single epic card is that your card received an extremely high score in the artistic category, pushing you beyond the promotion line for platinum."
As the chief examiner, Lawrence wasn't supposed to disclose the detailed scores shown on the backend terminal. However, giving Lanchi a subtle hint wasn't a big deal. After all, they were both from the Kingdom of Herton.
Lanchi nodded silently, his eyes fixed on Lawrence's hands as he listened quietly.
"However, Lanchi, the promotion to a gold-level card maker and above requires a tedious review process by the Card Maker Association's headquarters before final confirmation," Lawrence explained further. "They will also provide you with your platinum-level accessories and license."
The standard promotion process for a platinum-level card maker usually includes an extremely difficult qualification exam. While Lanchi's unconventional direct promotion exempts him from the platinum-level advancement exam, he still has to go through the necessary procedures and interviews.
"Due to a serious incident in the past involving a top card maker from the Northern Continent's Reborn Church infiltrating the upper echelons of the Card Maker Association, the review process for platinum and crystal-level promotions has become extremely stringent," Lawrence continued. "Our highest authority at the Ikelite branch can only temporarily grant you a provisional gold-level status. You will receive the official notification at your address within three working days."
"In other words," Lawrence added, "according to unofficial standards, you are currently considered a quasi-platinum-level card maker, Lanchi. Of course, no one will truly treat you as a gold-level maker."
Standing on the translucent stairs, their silhouettes cast hazy shadows, and their voices echoed faintly in the air.
"Thank you, Mr. Lawrence," Lanchi expressed his gratitude after hearing Lawrence's explanation, specifically addressed to him.
What Lawrence meant was that there was now a world of difference between Lanchi and a gold-level card maker. However, to become a true platinum-level maker, there were still many complicated procedures and waiting periods ahead.
Previously, Lanchi never imagined that he would reach the extraordinary level of a platinum-level card maker in one step. Platinum-level makers enjoy significant procurement priorities and discounts, far beyond what gold-level makers receive.
Moreover, platinum and crystal-level card makers even have a seat at the high-level meetings of the Card Maker Association.
Achieving platinum status meant true fame and recognition. It could lead to numerous commissions from high-ranking nobles within the country or abroad. Simply displaying a card maker's license in a large commercial enterprise could earn one a substantial income regularly.
Similarly, one would also be invited as an esteemed guest to grand events and exclusive banquets hosted by the United Parliament of the Southern Continent Kingdoms.
If possible, Lanchi hoped to complete the certification process before his departure for the Northern Continent. Otherwise, if he left any traces behind, he might find himself in a tricky situation, open to misunderstandings.
"Mr. Lawrence," Lanchi asked, "how long does this review process usually take?"
"The average cycle is three months," Lawrence replied. "But in your unique case, where you've jumped multiple levels at once, it could take six months or more. The mysterious disappearance of Duke Migaya has raised suspicions within the association about his possible defection. Various signs point to the involvement of the Reborn Church, and there's even a ridiculous rumor going around... that Duke Migaya Alan Saar might be a cardinal of the Reborn Church himself... So, the headquarters will be especially strict in their review of the Kingdom of Herton."
Lawrence lowered his voice as he touched on sensitive information and rumors about the duke that weren't particularly respectful. His words became more concise, "However, these voices are mainly from countries that have traditionally been unfriendly to the Kingdom of Herton. You don't have to worry about them going as far as fabricating news that you, Lanchi Wilford, are also a cardinal of the Reborn Church behind the scenes, hindering your platinum-level card maker identity review."
As they descended the floating staircase, the two continued their conversation. Lawrence was clearly indignant about the unscrupulous journalists and media outlets. He had dealt with Duke Migaya for a long time and found it outrageous that anyone would accuse the kind-hearted duke of being a cardinal.
The only surprising thing Lawrence could recall about the duke was when he had sheltered demons and married one.
"Although the review process at headquarters is becoming more and more stringent," Lawrence smiled and assured Lanchi, "rest assured that we at the Ikelite branch will try to handle most of the procedures on your behalf, in collaboration with the Magecraft Institute. We'll do our best to minimize any trouble for you."
The Ikelite Card Maker Association had a long-standing partnership with the Magecraft Institute, and the two organizations were very familiar with each other. Lawrence recalled that Lanchi's application clearly stated he was from the Ikelite School of Magic. He believed that when Professor Pola, the dean of the Magecraft Institute, received this good news, the entire faculty would be overjoyed and excited to the point of insomnia.
"...”
Lanchi hesitated, feeling a sense of awkwardness.
If he were indeed an outstanding student of the Magecraft Institute, their teachers would surely be proud of him.
But... he was from the Sage Academy.
He hadn't interacted much with the Magecraft Institute.
The only connection he could think of was when he had helped the Magecraft Institute identify a safety hazard in the artificial shadow world startup terminal during the entrance exam, prompting Professor Pola and his research team to work through the night to fix the issue.
"Won't this... cause some trouble for the teachers at the Magecraft Institute?" Lanchi asked, feeling a bit embarrassed.
(End of Chapter)
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