90: The Mage Corps was established

A few days later, at the Star Sea Port docks.

Dozens of cargo ships of various sizes were neatly arranged, their waterlines noticeably submerged, their holds fully loaded with grain, tools, construction Materials, and the first batch of twenty thousand Slaves headed to the east for reclamation.

Two large warships and more than ten medium and small warships guarded the outside of the fleet, the flags of the newly renamed "Star Shattering Legion" fluttering on the masts.

On the decks, the disciplined soldiers were already in position.

Karl, clad in refined armor, was doing the final inventory.

His gaze was resolute, repeatedly checking the supply lists and personnel rosters to ensure nothing went wrong.

This trip to the east was not only about whether the new city could be successfully founded, but it also carried the trust and heavy responsibility placed upon him by the Lord.

"Karl." Linn's voice came from behind.

He did not bring many attendants, accompanied only by Clay, and had come to the docks in person to see them off.

Karl immediately turned around and knelt on one knee: "My Lord! Everything is ready, we can set sail at any time."

Linn helped him up and led him to a relatively quiet place to the side, his gaze sweeping over the massive fleet and the dense crowd on the docks, and said in a deep voice: "This trip to the east is a long journey, and it is also like painting on a blank canvas. The matter of building a city is complex, and the burden on your shoulders is not light."

"This subordinate understands. I will do my utmost to open up another city for you, my Lord!" Karl's tone was resonant.

"It is not just about building a city." Linn looked toward the eastern horizon, his eyes deep, "Shattered Star City will be our outpost for expanding deeper into the Storm Sea Region in the future, and it will also be a key link in integrating eastern resources and consolidating the defense of the entire island. The site selection must take into account a good harbor, water sources, arable land, and defensive terrain. In the initial stage, priority should be given to stabilizing the camp and reclaiming land for self-sufficiency, and the construction of the docks and basic defensive works must be carried out simultaneously. If you encounter difficulties, contact Morton through the fleet at any time; the Star Sea Territory is your solid backing."

"Yes! I will keep your teachings in mind. I will certainly not fail the mission, and I will make the name 'Shattered Star City' resound across the eastern coast as soon as possible!" Karl felt his blood heating up.

Linn patted his old subordinate on the shoulder: "Go ahead and do it. I will wait for your good news. Set sail."

"Understood!"

The horns sounded long and loud, and the sails were raised one after another.

Under the escort of the Star Shattering Legion warships, the massive mixed fleet slowly sailed away from the docks, cleaving through the waves, heading toward the direction where the sun rises.

Linn stood on the docks for a long time, until the fleet turned into mere specks of sails on the skyline, before turning back to the castle.

He had just sat down in his study, not yet having started to process the day's administrative documents, when his guard came to report: "My Lord, Sebastian, Archmage, Head of the Mage Corps of the Sea God Clan, is visiting and is waiting in the reception room."

Linn perked up: "Please, bring him in quickly." At the same time, he ordered, "Go and invite Miss Elise over."

In the reception room, a middle-aged man wearing deep blue, almost black mage robes, with hair as dark green as seaweed and a face bearing the unique elegance and vicissitudes of the Sea God Clan, stood quietly by the window. He was the assistant sent by the Sea God Clan, Sebastian, Archmage, Head of the Mage Corps. Faint water element fluctuations surrounded him, making him appear tranquil and profound.

Linn glanced at him slightly: High Gold Rank.

Clearly, the leaders of the Sea God Clan had benefited from Linn's potions, and Sebastian had also reached the High Gold Rank.

"Head of the Mage Corps Sebastian, thank you for your hard work in coming from afar." Linn walked into the room and greeted him with a smile.

Sebastian turned, placed his hand on his chest, and performed a unique greeting of the Sea God Clan: "Greetings to you, Lord Linn. Her Highness Aivi and the High Priestess Sea Song received your message and specially ordered me to come and assist the Star Sea Territory in establishing the Mage Corps. It is my honor to witness and participate in this important moment for our land allies."

At this moment, Elise also hurried over, her face filled with curiosity and a hint of nervousness.

"This is Elise, the Head of the Mage Corps I have appointed." Linn introduced them to each other, "Elise, this is Sebastian, Archmage, Head of the Mage Corps of the Sea God Clan. He is experienced and will assist you in completing the preparation of the Mage Corps for some time to come. You have met before."

"Hello, long time no see! Head of the Mage Corps Sebastian." Elise bowed politely, her eyes sparkling with respect for knowledge.

"Long time no see, Head of the Mage Corps Elise. Her Highness and the High Priestess speak very highly of you." Sebastian responded with a gentle smile.

The three of them sat down.

Linn got straight to the point: "Head of the Mage Corps Sebastian, the Star Sea Territory has a weak foundation in magic, and currently only has a very small number of mages like Elise. Establishing the Mage Corps can be said to be starting from scratch. We need a systematic selection method, a basic training System, and even guidance on subsequent Cultivation directions and tactical coordination."

Sebastian nodded: "My Lord, there is no need to be overly modest. Her Highness Aivi once mentioned that the Star Sea Territory has a large population, and it should not be a problem to select a few hundred people. I have brought several basic crystals and magic array blueprints used by the Sea God Clan to detect elemental affinity and spiritual Aptitude, which can help us conduct large-scale and efficient preliminary screening of qualified candidates in the territory."

Elise's eyes lit up: "That's great! I was just worrying about how to accurately judge a person's magic talent."

"After the preliminary screening," Sebastian continued, "we need to establish a step-by-step enlightenment and training curriculum. This includes meditation methods, basic elemental theory, magic power manipulation exercises, and the learning of the most basic cantrips and even zero-ring Spells. This requires a fixed location, corresponding teaching Materials, and enough patience. I suggest first establishing a 'Mage Apprentice Camp' for several months of intensive training and observation, from which we can select the best to be promoted to official members of the Mage Corps."

"The venue and resources are not a problem." Linn said decisively, "Just designate an area near the castle to build a Mage Academy and apprentice dormitories. List the Materials, books, and auxiliary props you need, and Morton will fully cooperate."

"Thank you for your support, my Lord." Sebastian nodded, then looked at Elise, "Head of the Mage Corps Elise, you are an excellent Wood-element mage yourself. Do you have any ideas regarding the initial structure and specialization direction of the Mage Corps?"

Elise thought carefully for a moment and replied: "I think we shouldn't be too rigid in the initial stage. In the apprentice stage, they should have broad exposure to the basics of all elements, and then gradually guide them toward different specializations according to individual talent and interests, such as elemental attack, protection, support, or even special fields like summoning or divination. However, combat support capability should be the focus of our initial construction, to cooperate with the territory's army."

"Very pragmatic idea." Sebastian expressed his agreement, "The Sea God Clan is good at Water-element, Ice-element, and some spiritual Spells. I can provide in-depth guidance in this regard. For other elements, we can collect information and study Spell models together. In addition, the discipline of the Mage Corps, coordinated spellcasting techniques, and combat modes in cooperation with conventional troops also need to be gradually standardized."

Linn summarized: "Then, let the preparatory work be carried out according to this framework. Head of the Mage Corps Sebastian, please work with Elise to formulate a detailed selection plan and training program. Elise, you are fully responsible, and please consult Head of the Mage Corps Sebastian more often. I hope that in the near future, I will be able to see the first batch of Mage apprentices of the Star Sea Territory gathered in the newly built academy."

"I will definitely not fail the mission!" Elise stood up, her face full of a sense of mission and eagerness.

Sebastian also stood up gracefully: "I will do my best to help. I look forward to working with Head of the Mage Corps Elise to shape a brand new force for the Star Sea Territory."

The Star Sea Territory and the Sea God Clan help each other. The special potions that Linn refined using the divine spring left by the Goddess of Life have greatly improved not only the Dragon Scale Horses and Orcs, but also the reproduction of the Sea God Clan.

Watching the backs of the two as they left and began to discuss in low voices, Linn leaned back in his chair, a smile appearing on the corner of his mouth. The reclamation of the East has already begun, and the seeds of magic have also begun to be sown. The gears of the Star Sea Territory are accelerating toward a more magnificent blueprint.

And what he did not know was that a conspiracy was quietly approaching.