Azeroth: Starting with Eagle Eye in the Necropolis

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Having 8% magic immunity is indeed remarkable, and Kael'thas had no intention of testing it, because he knew the mage wouldn't lie to him.

“I may have some misunderstandings, Mr. Rhodes. It seems that you are not just a simple baron of the Kingdom of Lordaeron.”

"It's a real shame that our deal can't go through. I can't study this ancient magic scroll," Kael'thas sighed.

He couldn't openly snatch the woman he admired in front of her, and as an elf prince, he couldn't bring himself to do such a thing.

Moreover, since it belonged to the Titan Guardian, he dared not try to steal it. It was just a pity that he could no longer study this powerful magic.

"Prince Kael'thas, while I cannot sell you the magic scroll that summons fire elementals, I can still lend it to you."

I know you are highly skilled in fire magic. I can lend you this magic scroll for a period of time so you can study it.

"But afterwards, I must return it to the Titan Guardian," Rhodes said.

"And I'm going to help you re-enchant the glyphs on Emperor Thoradin's weapon and socket it with Holy Light Crystals, right?" Kael'thas asked.

“Yes, Prince Kael'thas. In addition, I would like you to teach me some fire magic,” Rhodes said.

Upon hearing this, Kael'thas stroked his chin and began to consider the pros and cons of the matter. If he could master this magic and improve it, it wouldn't matter whether he needed the magic scroll or not.

It's acceptable to temporarily borrow the right to use it; that's not out of the question.

"Very well! Baron Rhodes, I agree to your proposal. I will personally re-enchant and engrave this Emperor's weapon, and inlay it with Holy Light Crystals. I assure you that I will strive for perfection, using the best craftsmanship and materials."

But I need to study this magic scroll, so I probably won't have time to teach you fire magic.

"I can find an advisor to teach you some fire magic. As for the duration, my advisor will stay with you for as long as you lend me this magic scroll," Kael'thas stated his terms.

According to his estimate, it would take several years, or even longer, to analyze this spell; it's hard to say for sure.

After all, it is Titan arcane magic, a power that mortal beings cannot control. He needs to study it carefully.

“Your advisor doesn’t need to stay with me for long, I estimate three days will be enough, just some simple guidance on my fire magic,” Rhodes said with a smile.

Without the power of wisdom, he can't learn anything too advanced. And with spells that don't require wisdom, I can expose all your secrets in a day with just a little effort.

After all, as long as the magic is recorded in the hero's spellbook, Rhode can use it, which makes absolutely no sense.

"It seems that Baron Rhodes is very confident in his magical talent. Since you've said so, let's do as you say!"

"Just three days, but I'll need to borrow your magic scrolls for at least four years to study them," Kael'thas said.

“Prince Kael'thas, I’m afraid that won’t work. In a month and a half, I will be joining the expeditionary force of Lordaeron to travel to the continent of Kalimdor.”

"It's hard to say when I'll be back, so I can only lend you a month and a half," Rod said, shaking his head.

Are you kidding me? I'll give you four years. Within a year, your kingdom will completely collapse, your father will die a horrible death, and your homeland will be slaughtered by Arthas.

After that, you followed Egg to have an affair and live a carefree life. I'll let you use it for four years. When the time comes, will I lead a large army to Tempest Keep to kill you?

When I get to Kalimdor, I'm counting on this magic scroll to help me!

"That's impossible, Your Excellency Rhodes. You can't accomplish anything in a month and a half."

"Just enchanting and glyphing your weapon and socketing it with Holy Light Crystals will probably take me more than a month. That's a very tedious job," Kael'thas said, frowning.

Are you kidding me?! What can you possibly accomplish in a month and a half?

He couldn't even do the most basic spell analysis, let alone improve or upgrade the spell, or even enable other mages to use it without magic scrolls.

He shortened the time to three years; the time and effort required to research such magic is no joke.

Moreover, he first needed to help Rhodes engrave and enchant Emperor Thoradin's weapon, and then embed it with Holy Light Crystals, which would take more than a month.

Now that he had decided to undertake glyph enchanting, Kael'thas would not treat it carelessly, but would complete the task seriously.

“That’s a real shame. Otherwise, once we’ve established ourselves in Kalimdor, I’d give you this magic scroll to study. I can explain the situation to the Titan Guardian and ask him to postpone the use of this magic scroll,” Rhodes said.

Kael'thas is still very proud, after all, he is still a prince of the high elves, they have not yet changed their name to blood elves, and Silvermoon City has not yet fallen.

The Sunwell was not corrupted, and the High Elf race did not suffer from magic addiction.

However, the situation might be different a few months later, as a major upgrade is expected upon arriving on the continent of Kalimdor.

Defeating those bosses will yield many good items. Since Kael'thas can follow Illidan, then I can step in when he runs out of supplies.

Kai can either follow Dan Zong or follow himself.

Rhodes already had a rough plan.

"Alright then, Prince Kael'thas, you've seen the effects of the medical tent I just used, so I'll give it to you first."

"As payment for your service, and regarding the magic scroll, I assure you I will return to the Eastern Kingdom in six months at most, and then I will come to trade with you in person." Rhodes said with a smile.

In Heroes of Might and Magic III, there are quite a few things that can cure the High Elf's Shadow Symptom, such as the Magic Vortex and some outdoor facilities.

They could even learn from the Naaru and summon powerful Holy Light elements, then find a way to purify the Sunwell and solve the problem at its root.

“Very well! Lord Rhodes, your medical tent is also of great research value. If you would like to give it to me, then so be it.” Kael'thas thought for a moment and then nodded.

Chapter 69: Level Two Magic Guild, Death Wave, Disguise, Blindness, Fire Wall (Seeking monthly votes)

“Well then, it’s a pleasure to cooperate, Prince Kael’thas.” Rhodes stepped forward and shook hands with Kael’thas, quite pleased.

"It's a pleasure doing business with you, Your Excellency Rhodes!"

"I eagerly await your return from Kalimdor. I will personally invite you to Silvermoon City to witness the might of our Quel'Thalas Kingdom." Kael'thas stepped forward and shook hands with Rhodes in a very friendly manner.

He was happy to see a preliminary collaboration reach, since there was only six months to go and he could wait. Besides, the medical tent had great research value, as it contained life energy.

Although it's not as good as that magic scroll, it's still far superior to other items.

Rhodes smiled, then took out the medical tent and handed it to the other person.

This medical tent is very easy to use; anyone can use it without any restrictions.

When I return in six months, things will likely be different, and your Kingdom of Quel'Thalas will be on the verge of annihilation!

After taking out the medical tent, Rhodes exchanged a few more pleasantries with Kael'thas, then left behind the Stokham Destroyer and the Holy Crystal before preparing to take his leave.

“It’s getting late, Prince Kael’thas, so I won’t disturb your work any longer. Gina and I will take our leave now,” Rhodes said.

"Goodbye, Prince Kael'thas," Jaina said to Kael'thas very politely.

Fortunately, no conflict occurred between the two parties this time, and the transaction was completed smoothly, resulting in a win-win situation for both sides.

"I assure you, Lord Rhodes, that within a month and a half, I will re-enchant this weapon, restoring its former divine radiance and making its holy light even stronger," Kael'thas said to Rhodes and Jaina as they left.

Kael'thas had a vague premonition that Rhodes might do him a great favor in the future, as he felt that a human being blessed by the Titans was worth befriending.

“I have faith in your abilities, Prince Kael'thas, and I look forward to our next meeting,” Rhodes replied with a smile.

Next time we meet, you'll be my subordinate! From now on, you'll have to call him Lord Rhodes!

“Lord Rhodes, in a few days I will send my advisor over to teach you fire magic, and he may even accompany you to Kalimdor,” Kael'thas said.

"No need, Prince Kael'thas. It's three days as agreed, so it's three days. I'll be staying with Gina for the next few days. If you need anything, you can come and find me."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries at the door, Kael'thas personally saw Rhodes and Jaina out.

Jaina visibly breathed a sigh of relief after leaving Kael'thas's mansion.

"I was worried you two might have a conflict! Thank goodness! You made a deal in the end!" Jaina patted her impressive chest and said.

“I’m not some reckless fool, and Prince Kael’thas isn’t some stupid idiot, so there won’t be any conflict. We’re just getting what we need,” Rhodes said.

“Yes, but it’s a pity that Prince Kael’thas won’t be able to study this magic scroll for another six months. Who knows how long it will take to truly develop the fire elemental summoning magic!” Jaina said.

"Then you'll probably be waiting a while!" Rod said with a smile.

During his time in the Kingdom of Lordaeron, Rhodes generously gave Uther the scroll for summoning fire elementals to study, hoping to add a new Holy Light elemental summoning skill to the paladins.

Uther studied it for a long time but couldn't figure it out. Although he could summon holy light elements, he couldn't understand the principle at all. It was like a primitive man getting a cell phone or a pistol.

He can use it, but it's absolutely impossible for him to understand the principles behind it. Summoning Holy Light elements without the aid of scrolls requires a lot of time and effort to research, and Uther clearly doesn't have that time and effort.

In truth, Rhode didn't expect Kael'thas to be able to research a spell to summon fire elementals. That spell was of no use to Rhode. What Rhode was really concerned about was how to summon fire elementals, and an upgraded version that could permanently summon elementals.

"Come on! I'll take you to our place. You'll stay in the room next to mine. If you need anything or anything, you can come to me anytime." After returning to her magic tower, Jaina immediately arranged for Rhodes to stay in the room next door.

If I can come to you for any need, then if I feel empty, lonely, and cold at night and need someone to warm my bed, can I come to you for that too?

But that was just a thought; the female mage still didn't dare to provoke her!

After settling Rhodes into his accommodations, the two chatted for a few more minutes before Jaina returned to her room.

After the female mage left, Rhode immediately sat cross-legged on the bed and opened his hero interface, where he had previously obtained a large amount of resources in Lordaeron!

Rhodes converted the items at a 100:1 ratio in the market to purchase the two missing rare resources: crystals and gems.

It's time to learn some new magic, this time it's level two magic.

Then I opened the building interface and immediately chose to build a level 2 magic guild. The magic tower in the castle was expanded by another layer, and four spells appeared inside.

One of them is Death Ripple, a spell that is almost always used in the City of the Dead. It is a unique magic of the Ghost race that kills all beings except the undead, regardless of whether they are friend or foe!

Without the buff of earth-based magic skills, consumes 10 mana points to deal damage equal to Strength × 5 + 10 to all living units.

Basic earth magic reduces mana cost by 2 points, requiring only 8 mana to use, and deals the same damage as without skill enhancement. Intermediate earth magic adds 20 damage.

Advanced earth magic adds 30 points of damage. Rhodes currently has 4 points of strength and intermediate earth magic. Theoretically, after casting this spell...

As long as they are within Rhodes's visible range, all units except undead will lose 40 HP. This area-of-effect spell is quite good.

When Rhodes stands in the midst of the demon horde and unleashes this attack, it will be incredibly satisfying. If used correctly, this move will be extremely effective.

Rhode looked at the second spell that appeared. This spell was called the Disguise Spell and belonged to the level 2 adventure spell.

The disguise technique is a spell that's almost universally terrible in games; its effect is simple and brutal.

It consumes 4 mana points without any skill bonuses. When an enemy views your hero, it will show that your troops consist of the strongest creatures in your current army, with the numbers displayed normally.

Basic air magic reduces mana cost by 2 points, requiring only 2 mana to use.

Intermediate-level air magic: When an enemy views your hero, it will display that your forces consist of the most powerful creatures in your current army, without showing their numbers.

Advanced air magic: When enemies view your hero, it will show that your army consists of the most powerful creatures of all your forces, without displaying the numbers.

This effect seems impressive, but it's actually quite useless in actual combat. It's basically ineffective against the computer and can only be used against other players.

Using this trick can avoid a lot of unnecessary conflicts and troubles, but if you use it to trick the computer, well, that's just asking for trouble.

Rhodes remembered that when he was a newbie in Heroes of Might and Magic III, he really liked this magic.

I put one on myself every day, but without exception, the computer will immediately start attacking me as soon as it sees me.