Chapter 98: Chapter: 98
"If I'm not mistaken, this is a hammer. Have you tried deciphering the patterns on it?" In the meteor crater, Barton, accompanied by Coulson and Mark, stood in front of the mysterious object. Mark, who knew what it was, began directing S.H.I.E.L.D.'s research focus.
"Not yet. In fact, we just arrived here a little over ten minutes ago. This place was previously used by the locals for strongman competitions and barbecue gatherings," Coulson replied.
"You're not bad, at least not as humorless as you look. Magneto, suit up and join us!" As Mark issued a command to his smartwatch, a computer-sized metal box suddenly opened from the rear trunk of the nearby Hover-cannon, and two propellers rose from the top, propelling it to fly directly in front of Mark.
After the metal box landed at Mark's feet, the door automatically popped open, and the familiar modular magnetic-axis robot, Magneto, jumped out. The magnetic-axis connection of the original headpiece was disconnected, and a new attachment with a holographic scanning lens was launched from the metal box, accurately connecting to Magneto's body.
With the transformation complete, Magneto began scanning the hammer in the meteor crater from all angles. After the scan, the components changed again to holographic projection accessories, projecting the scanned model in front of Mark and the others.
"This is why I like taking it with me. It can perfectly fulfill multiple functions. Such a clever little guy. Baymax, did you receive the data I just uploaded to the server?" Mark asked, and Baymax's electronic expression appeared on Mark's smartwatch, replying to his question.
"Yes, I have received it, master," Baymax replied.
"Connect to the search engine. I want to know the origin and meaning of the patterns on that model."
"Understood. Connected to the search engine. Conducting a comparison of the patterns...
Here are the comparative results: According to available information, the engravings on the model are a type of ancient writing known as the runic alphabet.
In Norse mythology, Odin, the father of the gods, hung himself on the world tree for nine days and nights to seek higher wisdom and contemplate the mysteries of the universe. When he came down from the world tree, he had gained knowledge of the runes.
Ancient people believed that the runic alphabet contained magical power and that unique combinations of runes could form magical symbols and be used to cast runic magic.
Based on the primitive runic alphabet passed down from ancient times, the translated meaning of the pattern is 'Mjolnir,' representing "Lightning"...
On the side of the model, there is a newly engraved runic inscription, which, when translated, means: 'Whosoever holds this hammer, if they be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor.'"
"Odin? Thor? Are we listening to bedtime stories in broad daylight? Don't tell me this thing on the ground is the Hammer of Thor..." Barton expressed his doubts upon hearing this information from Baymax.
"Don't rush to conclusions, Hawkeye. I don't know if you've heard that saying. If, as early as BC, extraterrestrial civilizations that had mastered interstellar travel and happened to visit Earth, then what would be the difference between them and gods in the eyes of the people of that time?"
Mark's words also silenced the atmosphere in the meteor crater. Not to mention thousands of years ago, even if present-day humans were to go back hundreds of years to ancient times with their current advanced technology, they could be regarded as gods by the people of that time...
At this moment, Barton and Coulson, both staunch atheists and advocates of modern science, found themselves in a crisis of worldview collapse. Of course, Mark had long been accustomed to it. Not only did he know that the Marvel Universe was a miraculous world where all science was fundamentally "unscientific," but the fact that he himself was an Other-world traveler was enough to cause a mental breakdown.
However, just at that moment, an agent arrived to report news, pulling Barton and Coulson out of their self-doubt about the world.
"Reporting, sir, we have found a clue regarding another item that was taken. The tire marks at the scene match those of a private astronomical observation vehicle belonging to a renowned astrophysicist, Professor Erik Selvig."
"Gather the team, and let's leave immediately," Coulson, as the overall person in charge at the scene, made a decisive command.
"Yes, sir!" The agent receiving the order immediately began to gather vehicles and personnel.
"Take me with you, take me with you!" Mark, standing nearby, also requested to go along. If they acted quickly enough, they might even get to see Thor, the god who had been banished to Earth. At that time, he could have someone hold Thor down and extract some blood samples for research. It would be quite exciting.
"Alright, on this mission in New Mexico, you have a high level of freedom and authority second only to mine. However, during the operation, remember to follow my command throughout. Do not act on your own, understand?" Coulson reminded Mark sternly.
"Understood. Let's hurry and depart. I can't wait any longer!"
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