The knowledge for promotion that He gave was detailed enough, but didn't delve into the essence.
For example, Joffrey still doesn't quite understand what "Status" actually means, only knowing that it's related to many factors like reputation, fame, public support, and Destiny.
Although he doesn't understand the principle, the knowledge He gave told Joffrey that he already has "Glory" level Status.
Because of his identity as King and the deeds that have spread?
Joffrey feels this guess is very likely. Perhaps, "King's Blood" is also related to Status.
Even if it's just speculation.
In any case, this aspect of limitation is not an urgent problem for now and can be set aside.
However, the condition of "Subduing" ten Heroes of the same Authority/Rune, which is clearer and more profound, still requires further exploration and excavation.
In fact.
Although the Weave currently has nearly a hundred thousand "Heroes" under its command, Joffrey has not yet met the "Subdue" condition in any Rune/Authority direction.
The simplest requirement is that the Hero who can be "Subdued" must genuinely possess that Authority.
And the "Heroes" created by Joffrey are merely sub-entities of other Runes simulated by the Mirror Rune. They neither possess the "Mirror" Authority nor are they Heroes of the respective Authorities, perfectly avoiding the requirement.
Only when these "Heroes" break free from the control of the Mirror Rune and grasp the Authority they possess can they be considered eligible Heroes to be "Subdued".
That would take at least one or two years.
Too slow. Joffrey naturally wouldn't consider it. The other more convenient method is naturally: abandon the power of the Mirror Rune and instead create true Heroes.
This is completely not a problem for him.
The initially developed Weave already has a certain degree of constraint. A mere few hundred or a thousand Heroes are not enough to cause trouble.
Next, there are two key points: Subdue and selecting the Authority.
The first and foremost is "Subdue".
The "Subdue" required for promotion is not simply making someone kneel and pledge loyalty. More importantly, it is to influence and even control the Authority of the "Subdued" Hero, becoming their master.
It's like a corporate Merger and Acquisition, obtaining their "Controlling Stake".
Joffrey already knows that to successfully complete the "Merger and Acquisition", there are three clear and feasible methods:
One, hold a specific mysterious Ritual with the Hero to be Subdued, sign an "Acquisition Contract", and from then on become the true master of the Authority possessed by the other party.
Two, collapse the other party's Authority, and take the opportunity to devour its Origin while it's weak, like a "Merger".
Three, interfere with the other party's future activities, whether they are aware or not, influence their Destiny, and after meeting certain conditions, seize control of their Authority. This can be called a "Hostile Takeover".
The third method is also too slow.
The second method's operational requirements are too stringent. First, special means are needed to cause the other party's Authority to collapse, and then there's the risk of devouring it.
The so-called "Authority Origin" does not refer to Source Energy, but rather something more abstract.
Intelligence is unclear, what if it fails?
After much thought, Joffrey undoubtedly chose the first method. With his identity, the candidates available for "acquisition" are practically countless, and the difficulty is almost zero.
Just preparing a few "contracts" is enough.
Although the "paper" and "ink" needed to create the "contracts" are also not ordinary things and require effort to collect.
But he already has a target.
So, the last question is - selecting the Authority.
Joffrey approached the Siren.
"You said you once killed two Great Heroes." He asked doubtfully, "Did they each have only one Authority?"
The Siren nodded.
Joffrey continued to ask, "Then, were there no other powerful beings behind them? They clearly had the Authority of Flame and Earth, why did they approach you At Sea?"
Joffrey certainly didn't believe the Siren accomplished such deeds on land.
The Siren seemed a little dejected as she replied, "Mere Great Heroes, how could they be worth a glance from those great beings? Moreover, the two I killed were sinners who had privately promoted and were fleeing from their temples' pursuit."
Joffrey's expression shifted slightly. Privately promoted?
It seems the extraordinary system back then was quite strict, even personal efforts to become stronger were restricted.
Then.
After the Magic revival, what will those guys' attitude be towards the Weave?
Indeed, the Authority must be carefully chosen.
Joffrey understood that he must forge a brand new and powerful Roads to be able to match and defeat those old monsters in the future.
He then asked the Siren a series of questions.
Afterward, he eliminated Authorities that already had Deities, such as Shaping, Spirit, Flame, Light, and Seawater.
It was obvious that with Deities blocking the way, the development ceiling of these Authorities was hindered, and their potential was limited, so they should naturally not be chosen as the main focus.
The remaining few Authorities...
Joffrey silently calculated for a long time, finally choosing five Authorities: Mirror, Information, Magic Ban, Identification, and Scout.
Mirror and Information were the core of the Weave's development.
The Magic Ban Authority seemed to hold deep secrets and could affect all Authorities, making it indispensable.
While the Identification Authority didn't appear very powerful, for some reason, Joffrey always felt it had greater potential. Perhaps it would bring surprises in the future.
As for the Scout Authority, in order to fully unleash the Security Bureau's intelligence capabilities, they clearly couldn't rely solely on items without Magic. It was time to bestow true Scout Runes.
Of course, to ensure his control, promoting the Scout Authority and thereby commanding lower-level Authorities was inevitable.
Although Joffrey didn't plan to take everything, just five Authorities wasn't too many, right?
Five Authorities meant fifty Heroes, fifty "contracts," fifty "pieces of paper," and "ink and pens."
Valyrian Fire Ruins...
"I'll give you three days to familiarize yourself with the new Authorities," Joffrey ordered the Siren. "Then catch up with the Fleet conquering Dorne. Once the conquest is on the right track, we will immediately set off for Valyria."
The Siren respectfully replied, "Yes, Your Majesty."
"Do well. As long as you don't slack off, I won't treat you poorly." Joffrey took one last look at the Siren before withdrawing his consciousness back to his main body at Storm's End.
The moment he opened his eyes.
The lively sounds of army training within the Castle reached his ears. Swords clashing, commands shouted, hooves pounding.
The world had returned to the appearance of medieval warfare.
"Your Majesty, you are awake."
The Red Priestess Melisandre leaned into his embrace, holding an opened letter before him. "Highgarden still insists on using Ravens to send messages."
Joffrey's gaze swept over it.
It wasn't anything major, just a report stating that the grain and Gold Dragons supporting the Royal Family had been shipped, and the troops heading north to suppress the rebellion had departed smoothly.
Of course, for Highgarden, it was a matter of great importance.
Equally significant for the Reach.
Joffrey stretched. The exploration of Magic promotion had temporarily come to an end; the next step was development and accumulation.
Even if only to raise his Status, the Seven Kingdoms had to be completely pacified.
Flipping Melisandre over, Joffrey drew Old Oak on her back. "How dare you slight the King? See how I punish you..."
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