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Chapter 157: The Teacher Has a Friend
Chapter 157: The Teacher Has a Friend
Even the usually calm and collected Da Shi was left speechless when he saw the results produced by You Xuan's newly established small laboratory.
He wanted to say that what they had done was a bit over the top.
"Teacher, is there something improper about our research process?" You Xuan asked politely, "Please give us some guidance."
Da Shi: "..."
What guidance could he give? His suggestion was for the principal to consider shutting down the research department and sending them to work immediately.
As the saying goes, you live and learn. Da Shi thought to himself that in his long life, he had never encountered such an unusual situation.
Although Mizawa and Asuka were curious as to why You Xuan had invited Da Shi to be the main supervising teacher, they didn't say anything out of respect for their teacher. However, considering You Xuan's performance so far, whatever he said or did seemed to have a reason behind it. Many times, his actions seemed unconventional and incomprehensible to duelists, but the outcomes often proved that he had his own logic.
Having gradually become accustomed to his ways, the two students accepted this setup. Including during the research process, whenever You Xuan gave them instructions that they couldn't understand, they would still follow them first, and more often than not, You Xuan would turn out to be right.
Da Shi pondered for a moment and said, "I do have a suggestion."
As he spoke, he picked up the chubby Pharaoh and began petting him.
"I have a friend who is also quite accomplished in the field of card creation and has some connections," Da Shi coughed.
You Xuan nodded and listened, not probing further into whether this friend of the teacher was actually himself.
"Anyway, not long ago, the International Illusion Society was organizing an academic event, some kind of conference, I believe?" Da Shi snapped his fingers, "Oh dear, anyway, there is such an event.
Participants can gain funding from the International Illusion Society and reportedly even attract the attention of Mr. Pegasus J. Crawford, the father of Duel Monsters.
Even though the registration deadline for the conference has passed, my friend knows some people at the International Illusion Society. With their help, it shouldn't be too late to participate even now."
"I see," You Xuan mused.
It would be beneficial to secure sponsorship from both the International Illusion Society and the Kaiba Corporation. Participating in a public conference would also help expand the influence of their laboratory and attract more talent, improving their development efficiency in the future.
You Xuan thought that he now had some acquaintances at the International Illusion Society, and it would be even better if he had the opportunity to visit their warehouse someday.
"Thank you, Teacher," he said gratefully.
Mizawa and Asuka were still in a daze, finding it all a bit surreal.
After all, they were still new students, and who would have thought that they would suddenly be participating in an academic event? And they even had quite a few research results to show for it.
On Asuka's side, the electronic angel trio of "Benten", "Vaitoben", and "Dakini" from the anime had already been strengthened to become real cards.
In Asuka's eyes, this was already an astonishing achievement that she hadn't dared to imagine before, but You Xuan felt that this was just the beginning.
Strengthening anime cards into real cards was just the first step. He continued to guide Asuka, helping her to expand her thinking.
"I feel that our thinking has become a bit rigid," You Xuan said, "including the current mainstream research, which views the Electronic Angel as a representative of the aggressive ritual style."
Asuka asked in confusion, "Isn't that the case?"
As the owner of the Electronic Angel, she should have had the most say in the matter. However, after conducting research with You Xuan for some time, her confidence had wavered.
"It is, and it isn't," You Xuan explained. "The Electronic Angel excels in aggression, but because of that, its potential in other areas has been overlooked." He continued, "I've recently come up with a new idea.
The new ritual monster of the Electronic Angel doesn't necessarily have to be a support or offensive ability. I believe that the Electronic Angel has defensive capabilities that have been neglected by everyone so far."
He was referring to "Electronic Angel - Nasha Dimi".
A Level 5 Electronic Angel ritual monster with only 1000 points in both attack and defense. Its three effects were all defensive compared to other Electronic Angels.
The first effect allowed the player to select one of their monsters on the field and restore half of its attack points to its life points.
The second effect could make an attack on their field's ritual monster invalid.
The third effect was the key. When this card was in the graveyard, by removing other "Electronic Angels" from the graveyard, it could be specially summoned, and the player could also gain control of one of their opponent's monsters.
You Xuan found this Minotaur-like effect more interesting than straightforward attacks. Unfortunately, no one seemed to be thinking about strengthening this deck in this direction.
However, he had high hopes for Asuka. Although her luck wasn't as extraordinary as Yuya Sakaki's, who could summon cards as needed during battles, her luck was still exceptional compared to ordinary people.
With a little guidance and direction, who knew? Maybe she would be able to summon something incredible.
And when the world saw an Electronic Angel with a different art style compared to the usual, they would surely be in for a delightful surprise.
Duel Academy, night had fallen.
In an unknown room, tucked away in a forgotten corner of the academy, a faint candlelight flickered, as if controlled by an unseen force, like a restless eye spying on everything.
In the dim candlelight, three figures in white robes sat around an old wooden table, their hoods casting shadows over half their faces. The white robes glowed faintly in the darkness.
Their movements were slow and solemn, as if they were performing some ancient ritual. On the table in front of them, they were operating a...
A Spirit Charm? Yes, it looked just like the "Spirit Charm" card from Duel Monsters, the one that Mako Tsunami had used in his duel against Yugi in Duelist Kingdom, which granted an instant rule victory when the five letters of "DEATH" were assembled on the field.
However, the three white-robed figures were not manipulating a holographic projection of the Spirit Charm but rather a physical object that seemed to be crafted in its image.
This was a summoning ritual.
"Great Artificial Man, if you can hear our sincere call...please descend upon this place!"
A chilly wind blew through the gaps in the windows, causing the candlelight to flicker wildly before being extinguished. The three white-robed figures swayed eerily in the darkness, only to be swallowed by it.
In the shadows, a pair of dark red eyes glowed to life.
Eyes filled with greed and hunger.
(End of Chapter)
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