บท 608: Morgana's Small Update
Edward calmly looked at the departing Loki, deep in thought. From what he knows, after Loki Season 2, Loki transitioned from the God of Mischief to the God of Stories, gaining the power to twist the infinite Multiverse into a tree similar to Yggdrasil. Such a feat or power is a minimum perfect Tier 11 and maybe even Tier 12.
The Loki variants are still independent, meaning Loki skipped Tier 11,' Edward thought. 'For now, his strength is not important. I'm more concerned about his plan and objective.' If things proceeded smoothly, Loki would have freed the multiverse while the TVA dealt with Kang's variants to prevent another Multiversal War.
But now, things have become even more complicated. All timelines were fusing, meaning Loki's Yggdrasil Tree will revert to a state of a single [Sacred Timeline], which would then compete with the [Sacred Timeline] of Marvel Comics, leaving one timeline that has experienced a brutal eliminating process.
'It seems this is how Marvel and DC Universes have chosen to prepare for the upcoming war,' Edward thought. 'GoS (God of Stories) Loki should know this, so what is his plan? I don't believe for a moment he did not notice my existence, but he did nothing.'
There are many possible answers to this question. GoS Loki might not care since his strength guarantees he will survive the [Convergence].
'Many signs show that his new position is a prison as he cannot leave the core of Yggdrasil or intervene much in other timelines. Maybe this Convergence is a way for him to escape,' Edward analyzed.
'No, things will never be this simple. GoS Loki went from a small fry of less than Tier 5 to Tier 12 in one event. Such power cannot be granted without a price and is not something he should have been able to achieve on his own. The Universe Will likely grant him this position to ensure the Multiverse proceeds smoothly.
'Then, the Convergence happened, complicating the entire situation.'
Edward grunted as he was mildly annoyed for many reasons. He knew many people were more powerful than him in this universe, but knowing one was so close and powerful and might be secretly watching him — it was not a good feeling. It did not help that a being like GoS Loki could not be observed through the time stone, time magic, or divination.
'Forget it since I can do nothing except prepare for the worst-case scenario.' He opened a portal outside of Wakanda and waited. He did not wait long as a delegate soon appeared outside to greet him.
"We've been waiting for your arrival," King T'Chaka said.
"By your words, I'm guessing it is good news?"
"Yes, we have agreed to exchange vibranium for your photonic crystals. This is the agreed-upon contract."
Doral Milaj handed Edward a contract, and he read it instantly. There was nothing wrong with the contract, and it was not even magical. The only negative aspect was that vibranium was valued at at least 20% higher than what he expected it to be worth. Of course, he hasn't studied vibranium, so his estimate might be off. Regardless, Edward did not care about the price as his main target was to make allies, so he was willing to make a small loss in their first exchange.
"I see nothing wrong," he said before signing it. Then, a box full of photonic crystals appeared before him. The Wakandans brought the vibranium, and both left. Although this was their first exchange, it was relatively peaceful, with the hope of further cooperation.
Edward headed to his tower to start his research. He did not immediately analyze the vibranium but entered a special room and activated all the enchantments. The time and soul stones floated at the center and after a few seconds of the time the stone utilized its power, dozens of soul stones appeared in the room, releasing an intense amount of energy.
Most of the energy went to Edward's achievements of Soul Divinity, while the rest went to his chest, where he started building a second heart — the Dragon Heart. The heart was unique as the amount of cells it contained was astronomical. Then, Edward started storing mana in these trillions upon trillions of cells to increase his strength.
"How is it looking?"
"Everything is fine," Morgana replied after monitoring his vitals. "We can store mana in other cells in your body, meaning your body and [Aura] will increase, so we don't have to worry about the body being unable to bear the new heart.'
"Excellent. Can we enter {Passive Training Mode]?"
"It will remove some of my process power, but it's not a major deal."
"Then do it."
Morgana took control of gathering mana in the heart while Edward focused on his to-do list. His first task was the Speed Force. He had all the data he needed from Barry Allen, so he delved into the project. Edward began to engrave runes and magic circles in the air, and he did not stop even after billions of them. Once in a while, he will add rare ores at specific occasions or inject unique energies into the enchantments.
After an unknown amount of time, Edward was left with a red cube that released red lightning all over the room. "How is it?"
"Everything is running fine," Morgana said, her eyes shining brightly.
"In that case, let's begin the last step."
"Good. Installing new server…Success…Beginning fusion process…Transitioning [Speed Characteristics] into [Speed of Thought Characteristics]...Transition Complete."
Her small elf's body released a golden light as soon as she finished these words. Once everything ended, her purple hair contained traces of red, making her more lively than ever.
"Was this necessary?" Edward rolled his eyes. The true transformation won't occur until he fuses the Speed Force with her primary server back home.
"Yes."
"Whatever. Let's test what you can do. Analyze the vibranium we received."
"As you wish." She swiftly scans one sample. "Wow, this thing is amazing."
"It is?"
"Its main traits like energy absorption, nearly indestructible, and vibration manipulations are nothing special, but its greatest asset is its versatility."
A screen appeared before Edward with all the data she had calculated with such a brief scan. 'So much?' he thought.
"Its greatest asset is versatility and adaptation," Morgana explained. "According to my calculation and simulations, vibranium will positively increase the properties of all ores and alloys once fused with it, including both magical and nonmagical materials. Moreover, this is true for 97% of all recorded materials of the Empire."
"Really?"
"Yes, and guess this, it's an even better material for the floating cities than magicium."
"You're serious?" Edward created magicium especially to navigate the Void Energy in the Void.
"Magicium can only resist the corroding of void energy, and with the Void Shield, we still have to use a lot of money to repair the floating city after every voyage. But if we add vibranium, magicium will gain the ability to adapt to void energy until it becomes resistant."
"That is good news," Edward nodded.
"There are more. Many projects deemed impossible due to material engineering can be completed with the addition of vibranium, including the creation of Ea."
Edward smiled as this was more good news.
"Can we artificially synthesize it?"
"We have the technology," Morgana said with a frown.
"But?"
"It's a very complex metal, so the yield will not meet our needs." She can foresee how much this metal will be a fundamental part of the Empire's development.
"So, we need more mines?" Edward muttered. "There should be a few places in the universe where it's naturally occurring. Send golems to mind them; if it's not enough, send them to plunder the multiverse."
"I already scanned the following 50 galaxies and found a few places with large and small reserves," Morgana showed him a map as she ordered the golems to their destination. "However, I recommend we be careful with large-scale interference of the multiverse in this place."
"You have a point," Edward nodded. " Now, let's focus on more pressing issues."
บท 609: [2008]
"See if you can now locate Netheril?" Edward asked.
"Got it." Morgana took a moment while frowning. "Found it."
A screen appeared before Edward, and his eyes immediately squinted. "Is that?"
"I'm afraid so."
Edward grunted. "This is far from good news."
"What should we do now?"
"I'll need a concrete plan to have a slight chance at capturing it back. By the way, would it be more cost-effective just to abandon it and build a new one?"
"No, there are a few irreplaceable things we left inside, so we must recapture it no matter what," Morgana replied. "Plus, can you really give it up?"
"Of course not," Edward muttered. [Netheril] was what he considered his first masterpiece in the Artificer Field, and he would not abandon it so easily, given how much sentimental value it had.
"Retrieving Netheril will have to take a backseat for now for once I'm stronger and better prepared. Now, check on Albion."
"Alright." Morgana did not take long this time and had an answer almost immediately. She then showed him an image of a chained dragon.
"He's captured? By who? And why?"
"Hold on. Let me use a Retrospective Spell to check what happened to him." It took a moment to use that spell.
"Apparently, he landed on a nearby star system from Earth-125. After healing his injuries, he checked the surroundings for a planet with nearby life and found Earth.
"He fought with the Avengers and defeated or killed a few before trying to conquer the planet. Then, the Ancient One intervened and sealed him."
"I swear this dragon has the worst luck imaginable," Edward sighed. "Could you detect whether his soul has been breached?" The situation could aggravate if the Ancient One on Earth-125 found knowledge about the Empire or even his universe in general from Albion's mind.
"It doesn't appear to be so, but my calculations indicate that there was plenty of room for error."
Edward pondered. He placed strict restrictions on the dragon's soul as part of their agreement to bring him on this voyage. However, some of these methods might not work or weaken in this universe, so he must consider this possibility.
"It seems that I must get him," he muttered. Edward did not immediately leave as he directed his senses to his second heart. He felt the powerful mana coursing through the Dragon Heart.
"How much energy have we gathered?"
"You are currently on par with a Middle Demon God with energy on par with 27 universes."
"That's a tremendous improvement given only 150 years had passed. However, how did you know about Demon Gods?"
"From the written records left behind by Agomoto, I've calculated the strengths of the Demon Gods:
"1-25 Universes as Lower Tier, 26-50 is middle, 51-75 is upper, and beyond 76 are Kings."
"This reminded me of the Bloodline Limits," Edward muttered softly. "Anyway, if Kings are 76 and above, the strength disparity with them could be vast." A King that has conquered or swallowed 200 universes will be vastly more powerful than one with just 76. So, depending on the Demon God King, the strength disparity could be a nightmare.
"Do you think there is a specific amount of energy I have to amass before I can attempt to become Tier 11?" Edward asked.
"This question is worth exploring," Morgana responded. "For example, if someone had enough power to destroy a million universes, would such power still fall under the category of Tier 10, or would they be considered Tier 11 without the essence? What about Tier 12? We know they can destroy a multiverse, but what differentiates them from Tier 11?"
"Let's find out." For this kind of information that would require a lot of time and resources to research, it's best to get the answer directly. So, Edward accessed the Akashic Record to find his answer. His new strength increases his security level, giving him access to more valuable information.
"The minimum level before attempting to reach Tier 11 is energy on par with 1000 universes," Edward stated. "Tier 11 Multiversal Entities's base power is 100,000 universes. They can access the energy of their variants across the multiverse and use it as they see pleased."
"What a vast difference," Morgana muttered.
"100,000 is the bare minimum. Based on a person's soul levels or achievements and other factors, the number of variants Tier 11 can take energy from will increase."
Edward suddenly squinted.
"What is it?"
"My theory was correct — there is such a thing as a Perfect Tier 11." The way the multiverse evolves makes it impossible for someone to exist in every timeline, as some timelines are so different from each other that one might think they were not even in the same concept of existence.
"According to them, Perfect Tier 11s are on par with the weakest Tier 12, and it's way easier for them to enter the next tier."
"Did they say how to achieve Tier 12? Or even any information about it?"
"No, the information is still beyond my security level."
"That's a shame. At least, we now know a little more than before. Plus, I'm sure Merlin will show up after you reach Tier 11."
Edward nodded. "Alright, what's next on the schedule?"
"The Will Tempering World is ready. Before we proceed to stage 2 of the experiment, you can use it now to reach a 10 Willpower."
"That's great news. What else?"
"Three months ago, Dark Kamar Taj was officially created."
"Oh? What year is it?"
"2008?"
"So, three years passed outside? Show me." Edward looked at the result and nodded after seeing more than 150 Sorcerers with the same eyes as Kaecilius. "Kaecilius did an excellent job for such a short period. However, it's still not enough." Edward sent him a message to praise and tell him to speed up things. He also allowed Kaecilius to see his family's soul once.
"What else?"
"Mordo should be returning soon, and the new Sanctum Santorium was already building, thus boosting Earth's defensive system."
"More good news," Edward nodded with a smile. "How is my apprentice doing?" He only saw Loki after six months of notice and approval of the latter's progress, so he granted him a Gate of Truth and access to Kamar Taj's mission system.
"He's been desperate the past three years, going on the hardest missions for his strength level. He can now be considered a peak Tier 5 Continental Level by the Sorcerer System."
Edward nodded. It's impossible for Loki to reach Tier 5 in three years using the Arcane System without access to countless resources. However, his skill now allowed him to create illusions on a continental scale or trick a Tier 5 Arcanist from the Empire.
"Lastly, you should check on your clone since the main event is about to start."
"Alright." Edward closed his eyes to sink in with his clone.
"So, where is Tony Stark?" Edward — now the Undersecretary of the World Security Council, a position once held by Alexander Pierce — asked.
Fury furrowed his one eye. SHIELD had just learned of Stark's disappearance and did not plan to report to the council until the situation was resolved. Yet, somehow, they already knew. He did not like how this council member who recently rose through power at an alarming speed had so much control over his organization — despite the fact it was his job to oversee SHIELD.
"The situation is still developing, and we know very little. However, I promise you we will resolve it as soon as possible."
"I know you will," Edward responded. "I'm not here to blame or pressure you. I just want a status update and whether you need anything to get things as quickly as possible."
"As of now, I don't need anything."
Although Fury had his gripes about this new council member, he also had to admit the latter was the most agreeable, even compared to Alexander Pierce, who had given him the director position.
"Very well." Edward ended the communication.
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