Earth's Greatest Magus Chapter 1668 Potency

"Such a showoff," Maksin grumbled, eyes narrowing as he observed the display in front of him. Ery, the human apothecary, was undeniably stealing the show.

Not only did he dare to handle multiple hazardous samples, but he'd also begun to use flashy skills, turning himself into a spectacle as plant-like creatures enwrapped him, like so sort of botanical armor. The assembled spectators watched in awe, their attention captivated by the spectacle unfolding before their eyes.

The substance that Ery was currently grappling with was incredibly perilous. Each mont, it was threatening to spread its toxic influence throughout his body. Sensing the imminent danger, Ery quickly turned to his trusted companion for assistance. He used the light energy pulsating within Twik's body to counteract the spread of the toxin, to put a halt to the toxin's infiltration.

anwhile, an entity hidden deep within Ery's chest stirred into action.

Ery could feel the Khaos Guardian spring to life, pulling in and absorbing the majority of the dangerous substances that had invaded his body. Its assistance was crucial, and with it, Ery could divert his focus from the imdiate threat of the toxin. He could now concentrate on tackling the larger problem at hand.

He quickly identified three key factors in this complicated puzzle. The seven dying essences, the deadly virus essence itself, and a miraculous liquid known as Panacea.

The first task was to figure out what was allowing the dying essences to survive, albeit weakly, under the onslaught of the virus. Next, he needed to understand what made the virus essence so potent and deadly. Finally, he had to unravel the mystery behind the Panacea liquid and how it worked against the destructive virus.

A good thirty minutes went by as Ery ticulously worked to preserve the seven dying essences. His careful efforts resulted in seven liquid vials, each carrying an essence from a different plant that showed remarkable resistance to the toxin. Each vial was a testant to the plant's tenacity in the face of the virus's attack, and each one was a potential key to finding a solution.

As he completed this task, he noticed Helena's return. She was back from collecting the various ingredients he'd requested. Ery decided to take full advantage of her abilities as an Artisan apothecary.

"I need you to find the best thods and combinations that would increase the potency of these seven essences," he instructed her.

Helena looked startled, her eyes widening in surprise. "All seven of them, Master rlin?" She echoed his words, her tone thick with hesitation and doubt. It was a daunting task, and it was clear that she was feeling the pressure.

Despite her apprehension, Ery maintained his calm deanor. He smiled at her, his eyes radiating a sense of assurance. "Don't worry, there are no longer any toxins in this essence, I know you can handle it, Just do your best," he advised her.

His words seed to act as a catalyst for Helena. The doubt in her eyes was replaced with a spark of determination. She was motivated, and she quickly claid a corner of the workstation. Equipped with Ery's advice and her own determination, she set to work, tackling the ingredients with renewed vigor. Each movent she made was focused and precise, indicative of her intention to rise to the challenge and do her best.

As Helena took charge of working with the seven dying essences, Ery turned his attention to the second part of their formidable challenge - dealing with the enigmatic Panacea Liquid. This was an exceptional potion, categorized as a Tier 7 product. Its intricate makeup included a complex array of ingredients that required careful handling.

Ery swiftly invoked the skill of [Fragntation] on the Panacea Liquid. The skill went to work, thodically breaking down the potion and separating its components.

[11 essences found]

The result revealed a composition that was as diverse as it was complex. The potion contained eleven different essences. Among these, three were classified as Tier 6, and two more were even higher, at Tier 7.

The challenge they faced, however, dictated a limitation to ingredients no higher than Tier 5. This was a significant obstacle, as it ant Ery had to find replacents for these rare, high-tier ingredients. But before he dove into that problem, he needed to understand the behavior of the Panacea liquid in response to the virus.

With precision, Ery took a droplet of the Panacea Liquid and a minuscule amount of the virus. He combined them in a testing flask, watching with an intent gaze as these two opposing forces battled each other until both their energies gradually dissipated.

As he observed this, the testing machine began to display data.

[Potency Strength: 87%]

[Toxin successfully cleansed]

Ery was taken aback. He had expected the Panacea Liquid, a product crafted by the Maestro, to be remarkably effective. But to see that even this miracle concoction could only achieve a potency strength of 87% was surprising. It stirred a spark of curiosity in him - how potent could his creation be?

Using the vast knowledge he had accumulated over the years, Ery set out to find suitable replacents for the five high-tier ingredients in the Panacea Liquid. He thodically tested each potential substitute, closely examining their compatibility and effectiveness.

[1 hour 50 minutes]I think you should take a look at

An hour had barely passed when Ery noticed a sudden stir among the participants. One of them, a wood elf, had already submitted a finished product to the Maestro. The elf looked incredibly pale, as if he had overexerted himself. It appeared he had decided to bow out, submitting a hastily finished product rather than risk further harm to himself.

The audience of thousands watched with bated breath, their interest piqued as the testing process for the elf's product began. But their excitent quickly turned to disappointnt as the results appeared.

[Potency Strength: 13%]

[Failure to cleanse Toxin]

The product was a shocking disappointnt. Despite being crafted by a Master apothecary, and even basing the product through the Panacea liquid, the potion had miserably failed to effectively cleanse the toxin.

The wood elf, his face a mask of embarrassnt, swiftly exited the arena. His failure, however, served as a grim reminder of the challenge that lay ahead. It also acted as a catalyst, driving Ery and the remaining six participants to redouble their efforts. They were even more determined now to succeed where the elf had failed.

This was not just a challenge of the Apothecarist's technical knowledge and skills. It was also a trial of their ntal fortitude - their ability to think clearly, and to find optimal solutions under the intense pressure of a ticking clock.

[1 hour 10 minutes]

At this point, Ery had tested approximately fifty different recipe combinations. With the ti given, he believe that he had identified the most effective mix using the available Tier 5 ingredients. But it wasn't just about finding the right ingredients - it was also about the process of putting them together.

He first utilized his unique [Photosynthesis] skill, and then with practiced, steady hands, he began to concoct his first attempt at a substitute for the miraculous Panacea Liquid.

A staff mber from the Grove then announced, "One hour left!" The reminder of the swiftly diminishing ti snapped him back to the present.

By now, another contestant had concluded his attempts. His face was paler than the previous participant who had bowed out, a clear sign of the strain he had undergone. Despite the additional ti he had invested into crafting his product, the result was even more disheartening than the first.

[Potency Strength: 11%]

[Failure to cleanse Toxin]

The disappointing result was a harsh blow. The wood elf contestant, unable to bear the weight of his failure, quickly left the scene. The audience began whispering among themselves, comnting on the difficulty and danger of this year's challenge. But the Maestro made an announcent, saying that given the constraints of ti and materials, any Master who could achieve a potency of 30% could be rightfully called a genius. This announcent stirred the remaining six participants, adding fuel to their determination to succeed.

[58 minutes]

Ery had just completed his first product, his best attempt at replicating the Panacea Liquid. He wasted no ti in testing it, using a droplet of each concoction. His product only held its own for a few seconds before the information flashed on the machine.

[Potency Strength: 17%]

[Failure to cleanse Toxin]

The results were broadcasted to the spectators, and Ery noted the reactions of the other participants from across the room. Vaandill, Logain, Liadrin, and Callon appeared relieved to see his result. Maksin, in particular, had a condescending look on his face, right before he tested his own product.

[Potency Strength: 22%]

[Failure to cleanse Toxin]

Maksin's result sent a murmur of astonishnt through the crowd. A result nearing the coveted 30% mark was impressive, especially coming from the renowned young wood elf apothecaries.

Despite this, Ery remained unfazed. He knew he still had a few tricks up his sleeve to improve his result. His calm deanor belied the keen determination that blazed within him.