Chapter Six: The Magic Contract Card

After taking six deep breaths in succession, Adi finally calmed his emotions. He pulled out the card numbered KB001 and carefully searched a mechanical warrior. He noticed a narrow slot at the waist designed to hold the card. When he mustered the courage to push the magical contract card all the way in, he heard a faint clicking sound emanating from the body of the mechanical warrior. After about ten seconds, with a pop, the mechanical warrior expelled the card he had just inserted. When he mustered the courage to push the magical contract card all the way in, he heard a faint clicking sound emanating from the body of the mechanical warrior. After about ten seconds, with a pop, the mechanical warrior expelled the card he had just inserted.

Indeed, it is a magical contract card

Adi was trying to remove two weapons from the nearest mechanical warrior, but he lacked suitable tools. He did not want to use the beam magic sword in his hand, as it would damage these otherwise valuable antiques. As he scanned his surroundings, his gaze fell upon a bronze chest covered in verdigris; however, this chest was clearly too heavy to serve as a carrying tool, yet it successfully piqued Adi's interest

After waiting for a moment, Adi did not observe any flying daggers or hidden arrows emerging from the bronze chest, nor did any magical smoke spew forth. Only then did he cautiously approach, peering into the chest. To his surprise, he found a rather peculiar piece of leather armor, lying there all alone, with no one having worn it for an unknown length of time

The magic contract card in the pocket of this sleeveless leather armor lining is clearly a special card custom-made for commanding mechanical warriors. It glimmers with a metallic silver sheen, with a number on the front and sixteen contractual instructions on the back, all related to the manipulation of mechanical warriors

This reminded him of a record in the history books about the Great Stone Dynasty, a record that can no longer be verified for its truth, yet many people firmly believe in this account. The commander of the magical mechanical army of the Great Stone Dynasty was said to control and command these mechanical warrior troops through a tool known as the Magic Contract Card

Ady honestly replied at the time: "But my father believes that being a general is easier than being a historian when it comes to leaving a name in history"

Adi flipped the card over and casually pressed on the first command, prompting the mechanical warrior to swiftly draw its magical lightsaber with a whoosh, assuming a defensive stance

In such a storeroom, there lies an ancient and mysterious bronze box, which is enough to stir the curiosity of anyone, especially since Adi came in search of treasure. Although his current haul has already caused him considerable difficulty in transportation, this does not diminish the young man's desire for further discoveries.

Adi reached out and grabbed the leather armor, surprisingly light. However, when he shook it open, he was somewhat taken aback. This short armor, which should be referred to as a sleeveless cuirass, unexpectedly contained a palm-sized card stuffed in the lining's pocket

With the protection of this round shield, Adi was confident that even if there were sharp hidden weapons inside the bronze box, he could still ensure his safety. However, at the very moment the bronze box opened, he exerted himself to leap backward, creating distance between himself and the bronze box.

However, only a few of the most elite archmages from the Ice Continent are capable of creating magical contract cards. The total number of magical contract cards produced by these masters each year does not exceed ten, and most of them end up in the hands of their disciples or individuals with whom they share a very close relationship, leaving outsiders with no chance to see them at all

Among the current students at the Military Academy in the capital, Adi's rankings in subjects such as swordsmanship, strategy, and military science are merely average. However, he excels in history and ancient linguistics, demonstrating unique insights and profound expertise. His mentor has even remarked several times that if Adi were not born into the Landak family, which mandates military service, he would undoubtedly have a broader life as a historian.

In the upper right corner of this expelled magic contract card, there is now an image of a miniature steel warrior. When he presses his finger on it, various data about this mechanical warrior is displayed in the blank area of the magic contract card. This includes six indicators: strength, agility, energy, combat skills, intelligence, and wear level

Oh, it seems quite warm, although it might be a bit dirty, but there's no need to fuss over it too much! When we leave later, having an extra warm item would be good

The round shields of the mechanical warriors are made from special materials, capable of blocking magical beams, swords, and gunfire on the battlefield. In terms of durability, they are even superior to the magical alloys used to forge the mechanical warriors. However, the smelting techniques, like other magical technologies, have also been lost to time

Those commanders were all dressed in short, yet very stylish sleeveless leather armor. During battles, they positioned themselves at the rear of the main forces, protected by countless subordinates. Through various magical technological means, they effortlessly controlled their magical mechanical troops from a distance, outside the battlefield.

Adi slid his finger down and pressed the last command, causing the mechanical warrior to immediately become ethereal, shaking a few times before vanishing without a trace. When Adi's finger slightly moved upward and pressed the second-to-last command, the same scene occurred again, but this time in reverse, as the mechanical warrior reappeared.

At that time, the mainland history instructor merely smiled faintly and acknowledged Adi's statement.

However, during his time in the thieves' guild, Adi had developed the good habit of being cautious. Although the bronze chest did not appear to conceal any deadly traps, Adi still prepared thoroughly and consulted his * maps * and * books *. He removed a round shield from a mechanical warrior and held it in front of him before using his magical sword to pry open the bronze chest

The Magic Contract Card is a convenient summoning tool that can seal any contracted magical beast, spirit, puppet, and even fairies, monsters, staves, magical weapons, and magical devices. It can also serve as a private storage space. Fortunately, the technique for creating these Magic Contract Cards has not been lost in the annals of history, but has been passed down through several secret magical schools.

This is truly a useful item

This surprise is truly extraordinary. Even with Adi's usual composure, he could not help but feel his hands tremble slightly. When he first obtained this labyrinth map, he had imagined countless treasures hidden within, but he had never anticipated the presence of a mechanical samurai squad waiting for him to take command.

His solid foundation in ancient linguistics allowed Adi to effortlessly discern the function of the card contained within the inner pocket of this sleeveless leather armor

Indeed, the last two commands are very useful for recall and release! This magic contract card also serves the function of a space warehouse