Chapter 113 Product Tester

A few days later.

Inside the Black Star Army’s exclusive mechanical factory, Han Xiao followed the data to create production lines for the totem device and the Ovitian badge, which were being assembled automatically. Brand new products were coming out every moment, automatically transported to the warehouse that Han Xiao had specially designated. As for the gene collapse missile, he had not put it into mass production for the time being, but had only created an experimental product.

Han Xiao took three samples for testing.

The totem device was a black cylinder, five meters high and two meters in diameter, with a large base. Silver energy circuits were engraved on the surface of the cylinder, with precise patterns. At this time, it was not charged and was in an inactive state.

The Ovitian badge was a rhombus-shaped badge the size of half a palm, which did not look very eye-catching.

Han Xiao used his finger to draw the pattern of the access key on the base of the totem device. The totem device made a hissing sound, and the surface of the base rotated more than half a circle, revealing a dark groove. This was the interface of the energy circuit, used to fill fuel.

Han Xiao took out the portable containment device of the Evolution Cube, activated it skillfully, and guided a stream of black snake-like evolution energy into the groove at the base of the totem device.

The next moment, the totem device suddenly vibrated.

*Buzz!*

Once the fuel was filled, the totem device was activated. The silver energy lines on the surface of the cylinder lit up from bottom to top and began to flash slowly, with a frequency like breathing. This evolution energy underwent a series of transformations inside the totem device, being constantly diluted, from high-concentration energy to invisible radiation, and then released by the totem device at a constant output power.

"The totem device needs to be charged to use. This stream of evolution energy can keep it running for more than ten days. The more fuel you put in, the longer it lasts. The fuel storage limit of a totem device can maintain its operation for twenty years. The Evolvers civilization recharges it every twenty years."

Han Xiao carefully observed the operation mode of the totem device. In his perception, the totem device became a radiation source, constantly emitting diluted evolution energy radiation, and the affected area was rapidly expanding. It was only a matter of time before it covered the entire Black Star Army headquarters.

He was also within the influence range of the totem device, and the attribute panel immediately refreshed with a buff.

[【Continuous Gene Optimization】: You are shrouded in evolution radiation, your potential will slowly increase, and more potential will be added during species sublimation.]

Han Xiao nodded secretly. Directly using the Evolution Cube also increased potential. Potential was a hidden attribute, directly related to the number of attributes. The principle of attribute completion brought about by each species sublimation was the change in potential.

The totem device was different from the one-time enhancement of the Evolution Cube. This took effect more slowly, but the advantage was that the bonus effect did not depend on the Qi Force realm. It was very popular and more suitable for national use, and there were no side effects of experience penalty.

As long as one was within the influence range of the totem device, the buff would not disappear.

Han Xiao reached out and touched the running totem device. The panel had a corresponding item description.

[【Evolver Totem (Activated)】: A special product of the Evolver civilization. It uses the energy of the Evolution Cube as fuel to optimize the genetic structure of organisms and improve the potential of organisms on a large scale, and increase the chance of awakening for non-superpower units.]

[Note: "Although we have mastered evolution, I firmly oppose the Vice Dean's custom population concept and the extreme evolution concept. Evolution should be gradual, and gentle nourishment is better than drastic measures." - Uesit, Head of the "Totem" Project, Evolution Cube Gene Technology Institute]

"This thing can be put into large-scale use, but it must first be reported to the empire," Han Xiao nodded.

As the legacy of the Arcane Deity was divided up by many forces, the information of the Evolver civilization was bound to spread out. Although it would not be made public in the universe, advanced civilizations would definitely have a way to obtain this information, so concealment was impossible.

As an ally of the empire, if he had such a good thing, he would definitely provide it to the Crimson Empire on a large scale, in exchange for greater support and attention.

—The spread of the Evolver totem technology made the Evolution Cube even more attractive to civilizations. Only by feeding the empire could the empire continue to help him block the coveting of countless forces.

Selling the Evolver totem to other civilizations also needed to be discussed with the empire. The two sides were allies, and he could not make decisions on his own. Rashly selling it on a large scale would cause dissatisfaction with the empire. After all, the empire did not want to see its opponents also enjoy the benefits of the Evolver totem.

While thinking, Han Xiao casually picked up the Ovitian badge and also entered a stream of evolution energy.

[【Ovitian Badge】: A special product of the Evolver civilization. According to the set genetic tendency, it greatly modifies the user's gene sequence to achieve the effect of "extreme evolution." The user is likely to become a biological deformity, and the basic attributes are greatly strengthened. After the duration, the user cannot suppress his own gene collapse and is bound to die.]

[Note: "Countless failed extreme evolution experiments have wasted a lot of funds. The higher-ups accused us of not being able to produce results, so we created this... uh, shoddy by-product based on the failed experience. We originally just wanted to trick investment, but the higher-ups seemed very satisfied, and the funding for the extreme evolution project increased by 40% the following year." - Bangadi, Vice Dean of the Evolution Cube Gene Technology Institute]

Han Xiao played with it for a while, then put it back on the table.

This thing had great side effects, and he was not interested in trying it himself.

The Ovitian badge was not a threat to Super-A Grades. Super-A Grades had a high degree of control over their own Qi Force. Even if evolution energy entered their body, they could spend some time to expel it from the body, just like detoxification. This kind of biochemical toxin-like method could not even kill the Heavenly Disaster grade, let alone the Super-A Grade.

Compared with the Evolver totem, the value of the Ovitian badge was much worse, but it was also very useful.

"That's right, you can change the pattern of the Ovitian badge into the Black Star Army's emblem and use it as a faction specialty. Other people's faction emblems only have ornamental effects, but my emblem can explode, which is quite imposing."

Han Xiao stroked his chin and thought, "Let's find a few players to test this thing first, and then sell it."

As for the gene collapse missile, Han Xiao did not charge it, but just looked at the item description.

[【Gene Collapse Missile】: A biochemical weapon specially made by the Evolver civilization. It can cause biological gene collapse and is often used to destroy stars.]

[Note: "This weapon is suitable for clearing the resistance forces on the surface of the planet, but it is useless in interstellar warfare. In comparison, I prefer small portable gene collapse bombs." - Morsen, Head of Weapon Development Department, Evolution Cube Gene Technology Institute]

Han Xiao took out the communicator and sent the test report of the Evolver totem to Ulan Riel's private number. Not long after, the communicator rang.

After connecting the communication, a remote projection of Ulan Riel appeared in front of Han Xiao.

"Black Star, you created the Evolver totem?"

"Yes, I've tested it, it can be used. I contacted you to discuss this matter."

"Very good!"

Ulan Riel was a little surprised, but she did not show it on her face.

She paused and realized a problem, her tone sank:

"The Evolver data comes from the legacy of the Arcane Deity. The technology to create the Evolver totem has already been leaked. More forces will master this technology."

"Yes, but there is only one Evolution Cube as the energy source."

Han Xiao nodded, "I will provide the Evolver totem to the empire on a large scale. On the other hand, I will also sell the Evolver totem to other civilizations. Of course, the premise is not to harm the interests of the empire. I will only sell to civilizations that are close to the empire."

Ulan Riel's eyes flashed:

"Okay, I understand what you mean."

The Evolver totem was extremely attractive to civilizations. The empire had the strength to occupy it, but doing so would cause dissatisfaction and coveting from more civilizations, which was not a good thing. This pressure would largely be transferred to Han Xiao.

Han Xiao meant to use the Evolver totem as a bargaining chip. Civilizations that wanted to buy it must be close to or join the empire. In this way, the empire could indirectly win over more political allies, and he could also reap a lot of contacts and money from it.

Blocking was worse than dredging. The empire ate meat, and allied civilizations had soup to drink, so that other civilizations could see the channel to obtain the totem, and their pressure would be much less.

Moreover, this was not a one-shot deal. The Evolver totem must have fuel to operate, otherwise it could only be seen but not used. Therefore, the purchasing civilization must maintain long-term cooperation, renewing the contract with Han Xiao again and again to recharge the totem. The income would be continuous, and the value of the totem circulating in the black market would be curbed to a certain extent. Even if some civilizations purchased it from the black market, they would not be able to use it all the time.

Ulan Riel considered it and agreed to this plan.

After all, the totem was not a military weapon, but a thing that benefited people's livelihood. Advanced civilizations would study genetic technology, but they were not as powerful as the Evolver civilization, so the totem was not so sensitive... It was certainly good to monopolize it, but politically it would be attacked by the group. If it was a situation of one family dominating, the empire could ignore the opinions of other civilizations, but there were also the Holy Light and the Void Spirit at the same level, so she had to consider this point. Han Xiao's method was a win-win situation to a certain extent.

The two discussed for a while and reached a consensus. The rest of the cooperation details would be left to their subordinates to negotiate.

After hanging up the communication, Han Xiao thought for a while, opened the faction panel, and released a mission.

[【Product Tester】]

[Mission Introduction: Black Star has recently developed a new product and needs volunteers to conduct tests at the headquarters (with risk of death)]

[Mission Requirements: Help Black Star test the product]

[Reward: 100,000 experience, 500 Black Star Army contribution points, 50,000 Enas]

[Note: The mission quota is limited to ten people. The test will begin in three hours. If you are late, contribution points -1000, Black Star favorability -20]

Only ten missions were set up. As soon as they were released, they were immediately taken.

…

Three hours later, ten players came to the test site prompted by Philip, looking around.

One of them was Meatbun.

The Arcane Deity fall event made him smell the news, so he rushed back to stalk Han Xiao. He had been staying at the headquarters recently, so he happened to catch up with the mission.

"Meatbun, you are also at the headquarters."

"Dog thing, update it quickly!"

"Are you afraid of sending blades in person?"

The other nine players greeted Meatbun intimately in a physical way.

Black Star's series of videos had been updated for so many episodes that they had already attracted a large number of fans. Meatbun was more or less a celebrity among the player community. No matter where he was, he could meet the urging update team.

After messing around for a while, the door opened again, and Han Xiao walked in with his hands behind his back.

"Hello, Army Commander~" Meatbun hurriedly broke free from the crowd and greeted him very obsequiously, with a wretched smile on his face.

"Well, it's you, long time no see."

Han Xiao patted him on the shoulder.

Meatbun was immediately refreshed and felt very accomplished.

Han Xiao turned to look at everyone, coughed, and said slowly: "Since everyone is here, let's start. The product to be tested this time may have great side effects."

As he said that, Han Xiao took out ten fully charged Ovitian badges, and the pattern was changed to the emblem of the Black Star Army.

Ten players took a badge and browsed the item description.

Seeing the introduction, Meatbun's eyes lit up immediately and he turned on the recording function.

Now even the players knew that the Evolution Cube was in the hands of their Army Commander, but Black Star did not give it to the players on a large scale. Meatbun felt that the appearance of the Ovitian badge might be a sign of the Evolution Cube becoming popular.

"You can start when you are ready," Han Xiao nodded.

Everyone looked at each other and hesitated for a moment, then put on the Ovitian badge.

Although the item description said that the side effect was certain death, the mission reward was as high as 50,000 Enas, which was not a small amount even for the current players, so it was still very profitable.

The first player who used the Ovitian badge suddenly underwent earth-shattering changes in his body.

Flesh proliferated, bone spurs pierced out of his body, and his body swelled up like a balloon. He quickly turned into a biological deformity more than five meters tall, looking like a monster covered in tumors, and the skin on his face was torn apart by the swollen muscles, making him look very terrifying.

The other nine people were stunned and subconsciously stopped activating the badges.

Before they could speak, the player who had turned into a biological deformity exclaimed.

"Damn! What have I become?!"

…

(My waist hurt badly in the afternoon. I went out for a massage before coming back to write, so the update was a little late.)