My Catastrophic‑Level Summon Devours Gates - Chapter 184

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Episode 184

The first way to annoy people is to cut them off mid-sentence.

The second is…

“Where do I have time to think about such things.”

I opened the subspace carrier and immediately entered the Death Forge.

【Ahem. You’ve come.】

Meigers’ reaction was quite subtle.

Happy used to show exactly that kind of reaction after causing trouble.

“Now then. Shall we hear your explanation?”

【The Giant’s Tomb is originally a dedicated mold for creating large-type undead.】

“Are there actually large-type undead?”

“There are species like Bone Giants and Abominations.”

As expected of the ultimate anti-necromancer weapon.

The answer came right out as soon as I asked.

“Haha. Having buried several necromancers with these hands, how could I not know?”

“What a wonderful boast to make in front of your necromancer Master.”

“Keuugh.”

That’s Sir’s fault.

Every time I’m reminded of that necromancer slayer title, the back of my neck feels chilly, you know?

Phew.

The introduction was long.

“Hurry up. Explanation.”

【It’s a necromantic structure. Since some alchemical concepts were mixed in during the construction process, this old man lent a hand.】

“Didn’t you say you can’t use alchemy with this body?”

【Didn’t I say I can interfere when Master performs alchemy?】

The Giant’s Tomb absorbing the Minotaur Guard corpse also falls under the alchemy category?

This is nonsense. Complete nonsense.

【It’s not the entirety. It’s just that some mysteries of alchemy were included, so I could interfere.】

“This old geezer.”

Ugh.

This won’t do.

Mr. Meigers.

From now on, I’ll call you old geezer instead of Grand Alchemist.

【Old geezer! To Meigars the Cradle, whom countless alchemists came seeking with gold, wanting to see just once…】

“Shut it.”

【Mmph! Mmmmph!】

If you were going to cause trouble, you should have at least given me a heads up.

“Ahem. Hmm.”

“Schne knows nothing at all.”

“Should I go do some magic research?”

【…】

All my familiars moved sideways, avoiding my gaze.

Sigh.

Come to think of it, I haven’t even properly heard what kind of ‘trouble’ he caused.

“Just explain it.”

【This old man is a great Grand Alchemist. Such treatment is troublesome!】

“Then stay out of my research.”

【Hmph. This old man’s thinking was short-sighted. Master’s commands are absolute. Yes. Of course they are.】

Meigers’ hand fumbled over the Giant’s Tomb.

【A mold for creating large undead. I added the mysteries of alchemy to it.】

“Added mysteries?”

【Hmm. Showing you the system window would make the explanation faster.】

[Giant’s Tomb]

By placing a large-type corpse, you can craft Death Giants / Large Undead.

This structure is influenced by Trismegistus. The performance of results increases by 10%.

*Craftable Undead

―Devourer

Grade: B

Height ― 6 meters

A large undead with balanced physical/magical resistance.

Spreads an aura of corrosion, dealing continuous damage to nearby opponents.

―Death Giant

Grade: A ~ B

Height ― 6 ~ 10 meters

A golem crafted using corpse parts as foundation. The crafting form is not fixed, and the result’s performance varies according to input materials.

*Crafting results may vary depending on the Death Forge owner’s skill comprehension.

10% performance improvement?

And what’s this Death Giant?

“I can explain the Devourer for you.”

Sir Isra cleared his throat with an “Ahem.”

“Think of it as a tank-style undead. It has good durability but is slow and relatively weak in strength compared to its size.”

“A type that endures while tormenting opponents with poison damage, I see.”

“The corrosive aura isn’t very threatening either. The inability to distinguish friend from foe is also problematic.”

No need to bother making one then.

I boldly passed on the Devourer crafting plan.

Its defense would probably be higher than Armed Zombie Warriors.

But for use as an escort, I couldn’t keep it close due to the corrosive curse.

The second craftable option is the Death Giant?

“Necromancers have never commanded golems.”

Sir Isra shook his head.

“What’s the difference between large undead and golems?”

【It’s problematic to compare undead and golems on the same level, Master.】

Meigers reacted intensely.

【Golems are the essence of alchemy, created in imitation of gods.】

I thought, “If they’re strong and big, aren’t they basically the same thing?” but didn’t voice it out loud.

It seemed like it would be troublesome to provoke a severe alchemy enthusiast.

“Then could you explain about the Death Giant?”

【It should be seen as a concept where the mysteries of alchemy combine with necromancy.】

“What’s with that vague answer?”

【This old man has absolutely no knowledge about necromancy.】

Aha.

You started this project without even having the basic knowledge?

【I couldn’t contain my curiosity.】

“I think I understand roughly.”

Oh.

I was counting on you, Ingrid!

“This old man and Master are connected through soul binding.”

The Death Forge is part of my ability.

Since he interfered with changes occurring within it using [Trismegistus], that was also treated as an action I performed.

“It’s not 100% certain. It’s just a highly probable hypothesis.”

“No. That much is sufficient.”

In the end, it turned out well.

Alchemy abilities.

It seems to have better compatibility with Necrosmith than I initially thought.

Aside from that, I need to discipline this guy a bit.

“If you cause another accident, I’ll annihilate you then.”

【Threats cannot stop my thirst for knowledge.】

“Research forbidden. Tools confiscated.”

【I apologize. I will repent for this behavior. Master.】

The way to control this guy.

I think I’m starting to understand now.

“Just tell me beforehand before causing accidents. Then I’ll understand.”

【If I have to report every time inspiration strikes, I might miss the golden timing.】

“Then quit your research.”

【I shall be eternally grateful.】

Anyway.

Thanks to Meigers’ intervention, I gained benefits without any losses.

[The secrets of alchemy have been imbued in the Giant’s Tomb.]

[This also affects the user.]

[Golem Crafting skill evolves into a growth-type.]

“What.”

Skill evolution?

A dumbfounded sound escaped at this unexpected achievement.

Didn’t they say that as [Golem Crafting] understanding increases, the Death Giant’s performance also improves?

If the skill is enhanced.

It means the result could surpass A-grade and reach S-grade or higher specs.

This is insane.

This is.

“Lord. Is something wrong?”

“It’s nothing.”

If I mention it carelessly, I might end up boosting that old man’s spirits.

Separate from gaining benefits.

I need to put a leash on him so he can’t act on his own.

By the way.

Death Giant.

Its form is also undetermined.

It’s an existence whose approximate specs are unknown.

“Shall I try crafting one?”

[Materials needed for Death Giant]

―Large species flesh 3,000kg.

―Large species bones 2,000kg.

―25 B-grade or higher Magic Stones.

*These materials are the minimum requirements for crafting a Death Giant.

Additional materials needed for golem composition can be added.

“Meigers. Help me analyze the optimal ratio.”

[Trismegistus]

[Golden Ratio]

In addition to alchemy that reached the ultimate realm.

I analyzed the Death Giant blueprint remaining in [Giant’s Tomb] with the Golden Ratio.

[Heavenly Martial Body]

[Master of Magic]

The abilities inherited from the Two Vassals were also activated to the extreme.

I glimpsed the maximum possibilities that could be crafted in the current [Giant’s Tomb].

“Large species flesh ten tons. Bones seven tons. About twenty A-grade Magic Stones.”

【That’s similar to my calculations.】

Over a billion per unit.

That’s enormous.

Still, these were materials I could procure immediately, so I didn’t need to go to the Hunter Market.

“I’ll craft a Death Giant.”

Minotaur corpses accumulated in [Death Space].

And A-grade Magic Stones stored in subspace were automatically input.

[The designated byproducts and materials have been placed in the Giant’s Tomb.]

[Death Giant crafting begins.]

[Time remaining until Death Giant completion ― 144:00:00]

Ugh.

Wait another week?

“It better not have poor performance.”

Just activating [Giant’s Tomb] took several weeks.

I fed it dozens of large species corpses.

It’s a structure that consumed billions in monetary terms.

If it doesn’t perform properly, I’ll tear it down… though I can’t.

“Sigh.”

One week.

There’s only one thing I can do at times like this.

I’ll have to deploy my secret weapon.

“My Lord had everything planned.”

“Right. I have it all figured out.”

“What have you prepared as your secret weapon?”

“I’ll set out water at night and pray.”

What else could it be.

Please, please.

Is there anything more than prayer meta?

* * *

Swoooosh!

Ominous purple light leaked from the Giant’s Tomb.

Since I have to wait a week.

I should ignore it for now.

There were many other things to do besides that.

“Old man.”

【I am Magerus the Great Alchemist.】

“If you want to be called by name, behave yourself.”

【….】

Oh.

Not answering, is that it?

“Ah. I was thinking of researching other structures too, but if you don’t want to, it can’t be helped.”

As I turned around sharply, Meigers hurriedly followed.

【Did you call for me?】

He seems to have high pride, yet quickly tucks his tail before curiosity.

What an interesting fellow.

The [Giant’s Tomb] that had performance improvements and additions through Meigers’ intervention.

I wonder if other structures can be upgraded too.

【Let me take a look. This old man will assist from the side.】

[Trismegistus]

[Golden Ratio]

I’m not sure who’s assisting whom.

Meigers couldn’t use alchemy on his own after becoming a dead body.

If I gave him his living form, his skills would probably increase too.

For now, I had to do the legwork myself.

【This is quite fascinating.】

A light of admiration flashed through Meigers’ eyes as he examined the Cursed Gravestone.

【A technique that changes the structure of the soul. Maintaining the rank while changing the record itself?】

Swoosh.

Meigers stroked the gravestone.

The blue light in his eyes grew increasingly clear.

【A structure that artificially twisted the Soul Fractal phenomenon. Was such a thing possible? No. If you somehow craft the technique, it can be realized, but the benefit compared to the investment…】

“Wait a minute.”

I’d rather you not go on with incomprehensible talk.

【I got a bit absorbed. Having discovered such an interesting object.】

“Do you think it can be improved?”

【Just give me five A-grade magic stones.】

Five magic stones that appeared from thin air fell in front of Meigers.

[Trismegistus]

High-concentration mana escaped from the stones and seeped into the gravestone.

[Mana Circuit Inscription]

Among the countless techniques Meigers learned in life, this was one of the few skills that remained.

The basic alchemy skill of mana circuit inscription unfolded from the dead man’s fingertips.

Crack!

[The structure of the Cursed Gravestone is being improved.]

[Fragmented Soul Stones can be combined into complete form.]

[Souls are consumed during the fusion process.]

[The exchange rate is 50:1.]

Insane.

Combining Fragmented Soul Stones?!

Just a brief modification had created an incredible option.

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