The sudden and unanticipated departure of the new [Golem] didn't particularly startle [Automata], but it certainly caught him off guard. Observing its seamless traversal through the stone was equally fascinating. In mere seconds, the new [Golem] effortlessly emerged outside, pinpointing a petite node of [Ice]. It commenced chopping into it, gnawing away at large chunks of ice, repeating the action until the diminutive ice node vanished as if it were never there.
With each return through the same hole it had carved, the [Golem] expelled chunks of [Ice], gradually accumulating more with each cycle. Its efficiency improved, and it adeptly adapted its methods, showcasing a continuous refinement in its harvesting process.
[Automata] pulled up the [Unit screen] something its other minds have been working on for a long while, a blue screen popped up before it.
Unit: [V1 [Ice-eater]
Crystal level: 1
Size: 12 inches
HP: 200/???
Estimated maximum level: 10
Diet: Ice, frost mana, stone.
Growth rate (More data needed)
Danger level: 1
Estimated maximum danger level: 200[💀]
Core type: Growth
Potential paths of evolution: [5]
Upkeep: 0 (Due to name)
DOB: 1/0/000
Operational time: 5 hours, 20 minutes, 16 seconds.
Estimated maximum size: (Unknown)
Estimated maximum power(Unknown)
Output: 1 FM(Frost mana)/H, 2AM(Automation mana)/H
[+99999 more]
It was remarkably detailed and accurate, even though [Automata] didn’t comprehend half of these values. That was acceptable, though, as it wasn’t tailored for him. It was [Iteration [2]] who had meticulously designed it for more in-depth reviews of the units it produced. Before, the numbers were scattered, and [Iteration [2]] had to manually search the [Database] for each one every time. Understandably, this wasn’t very efficient and consumed a significant amount of time, which would only hinder them. That's when the [Unit screen] was conceived – a comprehensive tool seamlessly integrated into the [Central core]. This tool automatically retrieved all known information from the [Database] and organized it in an ordered and readable manner.
The values would fluctuate based on the unit, as none were absolute. Each unit was slightly different, and due to the peculiar laws of this environment, some would be stronger than normal. [Automata], driven by curiosity, pulled up the [Unit screen] for his slumbering [Guardian].
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Unit: The [Guardian] [👑]
Unit Type: Special
HP: 1/10000(Resting)
Crystal level: 0(No crystal)
Danger level: 10
Estimated maximum danger level: 1000[⋆༺ 𓆩☠︎︎𓆪 ༻ ⋆]
Size: 5 meters (Base form)
Potential paths of evolution: [0]
Upkeep: 0 (Due to name)
Operational time: 1 month, 5 hours, 20 minutes, 16 seconds.
Estimated maximum size: (Unknown)
Estimated maximum power(Unknown)
[+99999 more]
[Automata] gazed at the blue screen in his mind, lost in deep thought. His [Guardian] appeared more damaged than he had initially perceived. Despite showing no external signs of harm, it lingered at 1 HP, a concerning revelation. It seemed that it would be out of commission for some time; the recent battle had truly taxed it, pushing it beyond the limits of its intended design.
The fact that he nearly lost his life a month ago served as a stark reminder, though it felt like just a day ago to [Automata]. The memory of the danger posed by the [Goblins] was still vivid in his mind.
Even though it was labeled [Unit screen], it had the capability to retrieve information about buildings as well. [Automata] focused its attention on a random [Iron furnace] and summoned the relevant information as a test.
Building: Iron furnace
HP: 10/10
Material: Iron
Upkeep: O
Input: Any
Output: Any
Current input: Iron
The displayed information was remarkably accurate, bringing satisfaction to [Automata]. This proved to be a valuable tool for future use, one that would only improve as his other minds dedicated effort to it and gathered more information from the outside world. Already, [Automata] envisioned a potential use for this tool. If they could employ it to gather information about invaders, it would be a massive aid. Typically, [Automata] only obtained the name of anything it splashed its [Mana] on, and even that might not work at times, as evidenced by the case with that [Noble Goblin]. It had swatted away his [Mana], denying him the information he desired at the time.
The method utilized by this highly sophisticated tool to gather information surpassed the rudimentary act of merely splashing one's mana onto the target. It ingeniously employed a diverse range of tactics, deftly prying at the information ensconced within one's personal [Mana]. Some of these tactics even involved cunningly tricking the mana into acknowledging it as its own, thereby granting it seamless passage and unfettered access to the desired information.
The [Unit screen] stood as the ultimate information-gathering tool, one that he envisioned using to the absolute zenith of his abilities and beyond.
With the advent of a dependable source of [Ice] and [Frost Mana], courtesy of the new [Ice eater] unit, [Automata] successfully replaced all the [Iron furnaces] with more efficient [Frost forges]. This significant upgrade drastically reduced the time required for smelting processes. Additionally, [Iron pipes] were substituted with robust [Frost pipes] that not only offered greater durability but also remained cool even when handling extremely hot substances. The next planned upgrade on the agenda was the transformation of [Iron storage tanks] into advanced [Frost tanks]. However, this development was still in progress and would be implemented on another day.
During this period, [Automata] manufactured four additional [Ice eater] [Golems] to meet the escalating demand. The [V2 Builder golems] were tirelessly consuming [Ice], [Frost mana], and [Iron] at a rapid pace to craft the new equipment.
The [Iron] supply wasn't a concern, thanks to an abundance of [V1 miners] diligently working at what [Automata] now referred to as [Iron Mine 1]. The site had undergone a significant transformation since the last time he had paid attention to it. Deep excavations were underway, orchestrated by [V1 Miners], ceaselessly filling their pouches with raw iron. They then moved to a large contraption known as the lifter, which hoisted the materials out of the pit. The iron was deposited into waiting [Golems], aptly named [depo golems], that continuously shuttled back and forth through the portal.