Wizard: Become stronger by drawing cards from the potions variety show

Chapter 18 Comments on the knockout round
  "5, 4, 3, 2, 1!"

"Time's up! Everyone raise their hands and stop operating!"

Gordon's voice echoed throughout the audience as the countdown ended!
  The instructors took the lead in applauding, and the players in the stands also cheered.

The contestants below raised their hands high, some breathed a sigh of relief, and some were dejected.

Mana looked at her potion and felt a little unsure: "I'm a perfectionist, so I'm not very satisfied with my combination. I don't know how it compares with other people's potions. But I've tried my best, only I can resign myself to fate.”

Gabo was very excited: "I thought I couldn't finish it, but I did it."

Gordon waited for the players' nervousness to calm down a little before speaking:
  "What a wonderful potion showdown. Now we need to test what kind of potion you made with the Ghost Tears."

He looked at the players below and thought for a moment: "Gabo, please come on stage."

Gabo came up with the potion and placed it on the judging table in front of the instructor.

"Introducing your potion, Gabe."

"I made a dream sleeping potion, which is mainly the tears of ghosts. The auxiliary ingredients include awakening grass, blue poppy flowers, nightmare fragments, and some bouncing cardamom."

Gordon picked up the potion and opened the cork: "I'm surprised that you chose to use bouncing cardamom. This is not a traditional choice. Its medicinal properties are easier to exert, but more unstable."

Gabo explained: "I didn't have enough time, so I could only adjust some of the ingredients and use bouncing cardamom instead. Fortunately, I completed the potion on time."

"Then let's see how it turns out."

The instructors tested and tasted the potions individually.

Maggie commented: "I appreciate your judgment. You chose to use suitable materials for replacement, but I think the replacement of a material needs to ensure the uniformity of its effect. You did not notice this, and the medicinal materials must be integrated into it." , rather than joining rigidly.”

Xue Qian: "This is not my favorite work, but at least you made adjustments and completed it on time."

Gabo bowed: "Thank you, mentor."

Gordon directly took out the potion, spread it out, and used magic power to render the distribution of the properties in the potion. There was a part in the potion that was constantly changing.

"Gabo, you made a key mistake. There is fluctuation in the potion. The structure of the potion is incomplete and not stable. When you choose to replace the original pillar with cardamom, you need to consider whether it can support the frame, otherwise The constant tidal wave of medicinal properties can quickly damage medicinal properties.”

"You can adjust the structural pillars, and you can also use auxiliary materials to help stabilize the structure, because cardamom is a relatively weak link here."

At the end of Gordon's review, Gabo said in a dry voice: "Thank you, mentor."

The players on the high platform applauded, and Gabo returned to his position amidst the applause.

The next mentor chosen was Maggie.

Maggie looked around at the contestants below, smiled and said the potion she wanted to taste: "Catherine, please bring the potion!"

Catherine placed the potion on the judging table and stood in front of it.

The three tutors observed the potion, and Gordon said: "Please introduce your potion, Catherine."

"Okay, I made a soul-purifying potion, used the essence condensation method to purify the medicinal materials, and constructed a variant of the one-dimensional structure in the potion to ensure the purity of the potion and allow the pure subject to be purified again."

Catherine's potion was made perfectly this time, so she didn't feel nervous at all while watching the instructors taste her potion.

Gordon saw that the other two instructors had no intention of speaking, so he said: "The color is very beautiful, and the structure is also very clever."

Maggie: "I really like your clever use of the one-dimensional structure. The base of your staggered potion is like a deep foundation, allowing your main material to stand out to the greatest extent."

"What's in the base?"

Catherine replied: "Star Crystal, Moonlight Stamen, Shadow Vine and Void Dust."

The three instructors looked at each other and saw the satisfaction in each other's eyes.

Xue Qian joked: "Katherine, guess what, you made a textbook-level potion. The condensation method is perfectly integrated into the potion, and the combination and structure are extremely beautiful."

Catherine smiled and nodded, with uncontrollable joy on her face.

Gordon looked at Catherine seriously: "You proved yourself tonight. Your ability to operate independently is much better than your ability to lead a team. I hope you will perform better when you take control of the team later, because this is also a competition. requirements.”

Catherine's expression also became serious, and her tone was sincere: "Thank you, tutor."

"Looking forward to your growth."

Applause also broke out from the high platform, and Catherine returned to her seat.

However, compared to Gabo's anxiety, Catherine was much more relaxed. At least she will never face elimination.

"Next, Yuan Hua!" Xue Qian chose the son of an old friend.

Yuan Hua's confidence was written on his face as he put away the potion.

"Ghost Vision Potion, the main ingredient is Ghost Tears, the auxiliary ingredients are Rebirth Flower, Soul Resurrection Grass, Phantom Mushroom, etc. Please taste it, instructors."

"Standard color, very good." Gordon praised.

The three tutors then tested the potion.

Ok? !

The expressions of the three instructors were condensed.

The properties of the potion are balanced and harmonious, and the various materials complement each other. Although the medicinal materials melt, their presence seems to be felt in the potion.

mild……

This bottle of potion has no side effects. The moment it enters the mouth, it blends into the body like water blends into the sea, without any hindrance.

This feeling is unmistakable.

Gordon and Maggie looked at Xue Qian at the same time.

Xue Qian nodded lightly, affirming Gordon and Maggie's judgment, and sincerely praised Yuan Hua: "You have grasped the original meaning of 'harmony', I guess you have already started."

Yuan Hua accepted Xue Qian's praise and raised his lips: "Thank you."

Gordon said: "Let me just say it directly. It is a perfect potion with long-lasting effects and no side effects. It will definitely be the best work in this game."

Maggie: "The biggest difficulty in the Natural Harmony School is getting started. Once you get started, the effects of secret techniques are at the forefront among all schools. Your work this time has demonstrated this trait very well. Congratulations."

Yuan Hua nodded lightly: "Thank you."

Maggie continued: "I'm looking forward to your performance in the future. Someone should feel the pressure now."

Maggie said with a smile and raised her head.

The camera showed Li Daoxian on the high platform, and zoomed in on Li Daoxian's face for a few seconds. He watched his expression change from surprise to calm before turning the scene back.

The director’s lens language!

Xue Qian concluded: "Well done, Yuan Hua. Keep working hard."

Under everyone's surprised and hostile gazes, Yuan Hua regained a familiar feeling, and the depression caused by his previous failure was swept away.

He looked at Li Daoxian, who happened to be looking at him with burning eyes.

Yuan Hua had the illusion for a moment... Li Daoxian seemed to want to eat him.

Damn... Li Doxian doesn't have a special hobby...

Yuan Hua withdrew his gaze and scratched his head severely.

Li Daoxian didn't know what Yuan Hua was thinking. When he was still thinking about how to secretly learn the secret technique, he felt someone hugging his shoulders.

"I support you, captain." Al Falak's strong arms hugged Li Daoxian, which was painful.

Li Daoxian felt the "strength" brought by the druid's concern.

Lizerota made a gesture of support: "Come on."

"Thank you."

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"The current ranking should be Yuan Hua first, Catherine second, and Gabo third, right?"

"Why is Yuan Hua number one?"

"Deaf? The instructor obviously said that it should be the best work in today's competition. This is already better than Catherine."

"Keep your mouth clean."

"I'm so anxious."       "It doesn't matter if you're number one, after all, there are still half of the contestants on the stage, as long as they're not the last two..."

"The last two should be among the four torchbearers."

"Four torchbearers, laugh to death!"

There was a lot of discussion in the barrage, and the instructor began to continue tasting.

Gordon named the next player: "Ethan."

Ethan's face looked ugly, and his steps on stage were a little heavy.

Before the timer was about to end, he was still frantically processing the potions, and it was obvious that he didn't have enough time.

He put down the potion and stepped aside, tensely awaiting the verdict.

"Tell me about your potion." Gordon said solemnly.

Ethan looked at the frowned brows of the instructors, his voice trembling: "What I made was a dream sleeping potion, using ghost tears, awakening grass, blue poppy, nightmare fragments, evening primrose and Licorice root.”

The instructors tested the potency.

Gordon's first words made Ethan's heart beat faster: "You should know that your potion is half-finished..."

Barrage:

"Ah, it's over!"

"Elimination reservation!"

"So bold, I dare to submit the unfinished potion to my mentor."

Xue Qian shook his head and frowned: "You can't predict the completion time of your potion. This exposes your lack of judgment. Your failure to adjust the potion according to the situation shows your lack of ability. These are things we don't want to see. of."

Gordon added: "There have been so many people before you who have produced extremely high-level work, but you are so far behind them."

With every additional sentence, Ethan's face became paler, and his whole person looked shaky.

A player on the high platform covered his eyes.

This is definitely a nightmare scenario.

Maggie was the only tutor who tasted the potion. She pondered for a moment, looked at Ethan, and expressed her opinion: "Judging from the current state, your potion combination and processing are very good. If you continue A little more time is the magic potion of success. The biggest problem is not finishing."

Ethan felt a little comforted and bowed reluctantly: "Thank you, mentor."

Maggie named the next player: "Zuma!"

Zuma takes the stage and presents the magic potion.

"Zuma, you are in good condition. You are very experienced in handling potions. Do you have any experience in this field?" Gordon asked.

"Yes, I once worked as a developer of Sacred Heart potions. Starting from the internship period, I processed potions for two years. If you include the probation period, the total is two and a half years."

Zuma spoke briskly, and it was this part of his experience that helped him avoid elimination today.

Xue Qian asked: "Sacred Heart Potion is not bad, and the entry threshold is very high. Why did you leave your job to participate in our competition?"

Zuma expressed his thoughts: "It's very good there, but promotion is very slow, requires complicated assessments and years of experience requirements. On the one hand, I am a fan of all the mentors, and on the other hand, I also hope to take advantage of this opportunity. Can have better development!"

Maggie nodded and said, "Introduce your magic potion."

"What I made was a Qingming potion, a perfect pairing of Ghost Tears and Qingjing Ore, plus mint leaves, bay leaves and holy water. I used a bipolar structure to maximize the properties of the medicinal materials."

While talking, the mentors had already tasted the magic potion.

After analyzing the potion, Xue Qian nodded: "I appreciate your determination to make a desperate move, and you also have the matching strength. Congratulations."

Maggie was a little surprised at the processing of the ingredients inside: "Your holy water is a highly concentrated type. It is neutralized and added three times to gradually replace the original base and ease the fusion limit of the potion. It is a very clever approach. I am now aware of it. You are impressed, it seems that Sacred Heart Potion has lost a talent."

Gordon nodded: "You can consider using Hell Potion. We don't have so many rigid regulations. As long as your abilities are reached, you can move up and get matching treatment. In addition, if you are constructing the structure, you can consider using holy water. Adjust the intensity to a certain extent and the effect will be better.”

Zuma was praised by his instructor, and the smile on his face could not be suppressed. The corners of his mouth jumped and fell, drawing twisted arcs.

"Hehehe" Maggie couldn't help laughing and said, "Go back to your place and have fun."

"Thank you, mentor!" Zuma's voice was as loud as a bell.

As he left the stage with applause, Zuma walked briskly and was praised by the three instructors. He instantly felt that the carpet under his feet became softer, just like the white clouds in the sky.

"Next, Dodge."

Dodge's performance was average.

The instructor's evaluation was that it was a qualified potion, with no highlights, but no mistakes either.

"Mana!"

The advantage of Mana's potion is that it is very effective. The disadvantage is that the impurities are not treated cleanly enough. Fortunately, the side effects are not too strong, so it is barely qualified.

The two players were a little sad when they came off the stage. After the excellent performance of the previous players, looking back, I seemed to be far behind them.

This gap makes them a little distressed.

Fortunately, there is no need to consider elimination in this round, because their view is the same as the audience: elimination can only happen among the torchbearers.

The two torchbearers Gabo and Ethan who have already appeared have proven that previous mistakes have a fatal impact on them.

Mana and Dodge are better than Gabo and Ethan at worst.

"George!"

Bearded George takes the stage.

Gordon looked at him and asked: "Today is not your area of ​​expertise. It seems that this is something that troubles you."

George nodded and said angrily: "I admit that I prefer herbal medicine."

"You have to make up for what you're not good at, otherwise it will be difficult for you to get to the end."

"Yes, tutor, I am also aware of this problem and am trying to learn the parts that I am not interested in."

After a brief greeting, Gordon went straight to the point: "Introducing your potion."

George replied in a low voice: "I do the Sleep of the Dead."

At the same time, the instructors are also tasting.

Maggie: "To be honest, it is difficult to meet the qualification standards. The biggest problem is the weak efficacy of the medicine."

George replied: "Yeah, so I tried tweaking the recipe..."

Gordon pulled up the potion and helped him analyze it: "See, your biggest problem is that the processing of the main ingredient is very poor. The negative impact of ghost tears is very large, so no matter how you deal with it in the future, the upper limit of the potion's efficacy will be right here."

"It's... mentor."

Maggie was a little confused: "What I'm more confused about is that you should be aware of the problem with the material before making it, so why would you still choose to use it to make potions."

George moved his hands back and forth uneasily, and said hesitantly: "Yes...I think there is not enough time..."

Xue Qian looked at Gordon: "Gordon, when was the last time you used substandard raw materials..."

Gordon said bluntly: "After graduating from the academy, I have never directly used substandard materials to brew potions. If I want to use substandard raw materials, I will process the raw materials first. Maggie shouldn't make this choice, right? "

"Indeed not."

Maggie nodded.

George lowered his head and pursed the corners of his mouth.

Gordon said: "Go back to your seat, George, and think about your options."

Next, only two players are left.

And these two are both members of the Torchbearers, Imogen and Riley.

Suffice it to say, everyone, including the audience, wanted to know how their potion was doing.

This is closely related to the elimination results.

(End of this chapter)