Chapter 1204 Magic and Psionic Energy

After analyzing the defensive ability of the crystal python and the countermeasures to crack it, Qiao An then analyzed the attacking skills of the crystal python.

According to the information provided by Medea, it is currently known that the crystal python has two special attack methods.

The first is to spit out a large number of small and sharp ore crystals.

Compared to the dragon's breath of pure energy attribute, this attack method of the crystal python sounds more like a physical attack, similar to the shotgun blasted by the magic crystal shotgun.

If this is the case, armor such as armor and shields, as well as spells such as "mage armor" and "shield spell" to protect against physical attacks, can come in handy when fighting against the crystal python's breath.

After entering the navel, everyone who has a shield must wear a shield. All kinds of protective spells, especially "protective arrows" or "reverse arrows", can be blessed as well, so as not to be sprayed by the crystal python. "sieve".

The second special attack method of the crystal python is the "spiritual attack" that makes Joan the most fearful but also deeply curious.

"At present, we only know that this attack method is similar to the mind flayer's 'Mind Blast', and it may belong to a kind of psychic power."

Joan turned to look at Audrey.

"Audrey, you know more about psychic powers than I do. How do you think you should resist the crystal python's mental attack?"

"There are only two psychic powers that I am good at, namely 'manipulating air flow' and 'brain lock'. If the mental attack of the crystal python belongs to psychic powers, it is likely to have similarities with 'brain lock' and resist 'brain lock' This method may also be used to restrain the mental attack of the crystal python."

Audrey bit her lower lip lightly, sorted out her thoughts, and continued, "If you have confidence in your will, you can try to use your willpower to fight against mental abilities directly. As long as you are strong enough, you won't be affected. This has nothing to do with resistance. The same principle applies to enchantment spells."

"Of course, this method is very unsafe. People always overestimate their willpower, so a more secure countermeasure is to add protective spells specially designed to resist mental attacks—such as 'mind barrier'."

"Audrey, wait first!" Hyrule couldn't help interjecting, "Psionic powers and magic are two different systems. Could it be that protective spells like 'Spiritual Barrier' are also effective for psychic powers?"

"Of course it works. Magic and psionic energy are not as completely separated and unrelated as you think. In fact, the two intersect in many places." Audrey replied with a smile.

"Can you tell me in detail where the differences and intersections between magic and psionic energy are mainly reflected?" Joan was very interested in this topic.

"Simply put, the biggest difference between magic and psionic energy lies in the different sources."

"Magic is actually the product of the combination of the caster's spiritual power and the magic net. The magic net endows the caster with spell slots, and the spell caster endows the spell slots with specific functions, just like a baker processes flour into bread."

"The caster and the magic net are interdependent, and together create various forms of magic. In a space where there is no magic net or the magic net is shielded, the caster is cut off from the source of magic power, and it is difficult to cast spells normally."

"Psychic energy is completely the manifestation of spiritual power and has nothing to do with the magic net, so no matter whether there is a magic net in the space where the manifester is, it will not hinder the normal manifestation."

"However, if we don't consider the source of magic and psionic energy, and only look at the functions of the two, there is actually no essential difference. Many magics have corresponding psionic versions, and vice versa."

"For example, the psychic power of 'Controlling Air Flow' is very similar to 'Creating Wind'. It can eliminate the magic of 'Creating Wind', and it can also be used to calm 'Controlling Air Flow'."

"For another example, the flame I created with psionic energy, of course you can use the rainstorm created by magic to extinguish it."

"In most cases, in an environment where magic and psychic powers can function normally, these two forces can interact, so the spell 'mind barrier' can also be used to protect against mental attacks caused by psychic powers."

After listening to Audrey's detailed explanation, Joan gained a deeper understanding of psychic power, and at the same time thought of countermeasures to resist the crystal python's mental attack.

"I don't know how to 'mind barrier', but I can cast a secondary version of this spell. Even if I can't completely resist the crystal python's mental attack, at least it can greatly increase the resistance to this attack."

"Brother Joan, how long can the protection spell you mentioned last after being blessed?" Klein asked cautiously.

"Ring 3 'Secondary Mind Barrier', with my current spellcasting ability, it can last up to 80 minutes."

"The duration of the spell is not short, but we can't predict whether we will encounter the crystal python after entering the navel, and when we will encounter it. If you find the crystal python and then ask you to bless this spell, it may be too late." Klein His brows were furrowed.

Joan thought for a while, and replied: "I can make some 'secondary mind talismans', which will activate themselves once they are attacked by a spirit, so as not to cast spells temporarily."

"That's a good idea!" Klein turned his worries into joy, "Brother Joan, except for the six of us, the other miners can't help you in the battle against powerful monsters like crystal pythons. If you ask you to make six talismans , at least how long will it take, and how much will it cost?"

Joan made some calculations and answered calmly: "It is best to use pure topaz as the base material of the talisman, because topaz can strengthen the protection spells and extend the duration of the 'Secondary Mind Barrier' by an additional 10 minutes."

In fact, using "star sapphire" as the base material for enchanting, the enhancement effect on protection spells is stronger than that of topaz.

However, star sapphires are so rare that they are so expensive! There is no need to use such expensive gems to make a low-level magic amulet.

The improvement effect of topaz on protective magic tools is only half that of star sapphire, but the price is only one-fifth of that of star sapphire. In Qiao An's opinion, topaz is a more affordable choice.

"It takes at least 18 ounces of magic crystals to make 6 amulets, and the cost is negligible except for topaz and magic crystals."

"It doesn't take much work to make this kind of talisman. If you need it, you can get it tomorrow morning. It doesn't delay my normal sleep time."

"The topaz and magic crystals are all provided by me. It is a small benefit for everyone. I will leave the work of making the talisman to you, brother Joan!"

Klein made his decision without hesitation.

Qiao An froze for a moment, nodded and said, "No problem."

Topaz is a medium-grade gemstone, and the small talisman does not need much topaz raw material, so the cost is not too high. However, the 18-ounce magic crystal used as a stabilizer for enchantment is a lot of money!