Treasure Hunting System： The Ocean Conquerer

Eternal is a Spell that Engravers often use to enhance certain Spells, allowing them to be fixed on equipment or buildings for extended periods. It can be compatible with almost all Spells.

The recovery ability disappears, and temporary enhancements also vanish, but it grants vitality to the puppet.

It seemed rather useless, yet it was a crucial puzzle piece for Alka.

Alka's purpose in creating the puppet was to prevent Lucilia's soul from distorting. He needed to create a puppet that closely resembled Lucilia's original body.

The initial goal for the puppet was to achieve about 80% compatibility with Lucilia's soul. This was the highest achievable value with Magic Materials. Even such a level could effectively alleviate the problem of Lucilia's soul distorting.

Ensuring the soul remained stable for decades wouldn't be a problem. It was merely a temporary strategy. Alka was confident he could find a more perfect solution within decades.

But now, with this Spell, there was a more perfect solution.

Alka predicted he could achieve 95% compatibility, nearly perfect. Since it could grant vitality to the puppet, although it couldn't fully resemble a real fleshly body, a semi-flesh, semi-material structure was still feasible. Perhaps he could even add some peculiar features, giving Lucilia's puppet certain combat abilities.

The reason Alka dared to devise such a plan was not due to his exceptional skills. It was because of his right hand.

Alka glanced at the Hand of Precision covering his right hand. The more he walked the path of crafting, the more he understood the power of this equipment. It clearly only provided the most basic help, yet this basic assistance enabled Alka to craft more precise items.

At that moment, in the center of the manufacturing hall, a 30-centimeter-tall puppet floated, undergoing charging. Vein-like patterns were visible in the puppet's joints and interior, while its Energy Core pulsed like a heart. This was extracted from an animal with a power level of One Spiral. It was used to better recreate a body of flesh and blood.

Whether it would actually work was still unknown, as this was Alka's first time making one. Moreover, much of the flesh-and-blood aspect of the puppet was superficial and not very aesthetically pleasing.

As Alka watched, the puppet's charging completed. Its heart began to beat, and the Spells on its body started to glow faintly.

Alka gently shook Lucilia, who was perched on his shoulder.

"Come try it out and see how far off it is."

This was still a prototype.

Lucilia nodded. Then, the doll she inhabited went limp, and Alka caught it.

A point of soul-light flew into the puppet in his hands.

The Spells on the puppet glowed even brighter, and an incredibly distinct heartbeat could be heard. Its appearance changed, becoming practically human-like.

Watching the puppet develop curves, Alka glanced a few times, then waved his hand. Pink mist enveloped the puppet's body.

Nice figure, he thought silently. No, this isn't the time for such thoughts.

So, Flesh Puppets can't conjure clothes like ordinary puppets and dolls? That's something I'll need to note.

It couldn't be helped; it wasn't like he was trying to look.

The puppet completely transformed into Lucilia's appearance, looking identical to a real human, only smaller.

Lucilia's eyes opened. Noticing something was amiss, her cheeks quickly turned slightly red.

Alka observed this change.

It can even imitate blushing? That's quite impressive.

If it can simulate blushing, it means this puppet has practically reached the level of a real human body.

This success surpassed his expectations.

Seeing Lucilia blush slightly and lower her head, Alka asked, "How do you feel? Is there any discomfort, or anything that needs improvement?"

Upon hearing Alka's words, Lucilia composed herself for a moment, then began to carefully sense her new body.

"The body is still so heavy, and controlling it still has a delay. Moreover, the pressure on my soul is even greater than with the ordinary doll."

Hearing this, Alka frowned. The first two issues could be resolved with further adjustments, especially considering this was Alka's first attempt at crafting a Flesh Puppet. But the increased soul pressure was trickier to address, based on Alka's previous experience.

"Is there anything praiseworthy about it, though?"

Lucilia nodded. "Yes, the compatibility is much higher. If it weren't for the problems I just mentioned, it would almost feel like my original body. I even have the illusion of being truly alive."

It was just as he had expected; the advantage of the Flesh Puppet was showcased in this aspect.

After they discussed some more details, Alka nodded. He had Lucilia exit the puppet and then began his research anew. With the first step successfully taken, he could clearly see the path ahead. It wouldn't be long before he achieved the standards he aimed for.

...

「Early Morning.」

Golden Wheat Island.

Alka moored the Swallow at the island's port, securing the ship with ropes. He looked at the familiar island before him, adjusted his clothing, and stepped ashore.

He had come here to bid farewell, preparing to embark on a journey of no return.