Modern AI in Beast Taming World

Cedar carefully poured the potion into several small vials, making sure each contained an equal amount.

They managed to create four potions with the batch of materials they had.

They still had another batch left, which they had bought in case the first failed, but it seemed like they wouldn't need it.

Well, it wouldn't go to waste. They could always use it for more potions.

Just to be sure, Cedar instructed Cypher to use his Data Sight on the potions.

Cypher complied, activating his ability and sharing the data with his master.

A screen panel appeared in Cedar's mind.

[ Unnamed Potion ]

: A carefully crafted elixir made from Sunroot Mushroom, Spirit Vine Tendril, Windleaf Petal, Vitalroot Sap, and Blueflame Berry.

: Enhances the user's Qi absorption rate by 10%, fortifying their cultivation foundation and accelerating internal energy flow for 30 minutes.

Cedar smiled, seeing the results. This batch was a success.

[According to the books, a potion like this commonly enhances Qi absorption by 5%.]

[Some rare potions can enhance up to 8%.

But a 10% increase should be entirely new to the market, or at least extremely rare.]

Cedar nodded, appreciating the information.

"Then we've really made something special."

He looked at Cypher.

"What should we name this potion?"

[The core ingredients of this potion are Sunroot Mushroom and Blueflame Berry.]

[How about Sunflame Qi Potion, Master?]

"Sunflame Qi Potion, huh? I like it."

"Let's go with that."

With the name decided, they set to work on the next batch.

They worked efficiently, repeating the process with even more precision.

Cedar moved like clockwork, adjusting the materials and temperature.

They crafted another four potions, the process smoother than their first try.

Cypher used Data Sight again, analyzing the results.

This time, the four potions had reached 12% enhancement.

[Master, these have improved to 12%. Although the percentage difference might seem small, it's actually significant.]

[A 2% increase means the potion's effectiveness has been fine-tuned, and it indicates that we've reached a new threshold of quality.]

Cedar nodded, fully aware that a 2% difference was a significant leap in potency.

"Exactly. A 12% boost puts us in a class of our own."

Cedar prepared for the second potion, a strength enhancer for contracted beasts.

This formula was far more complex, requiring meticulous care.

[Begin with the Stone Heart Fruit.]

Cedar sliced the fruit into thin wedges and dropped them into a pot of pre-heated water.

The fruit dissolved instantly, releasing a milky essence that thickened the water's consistency.

[This will form the base. The fruit's fortifying essence will stabilize the entire mixture.]

[Now, introduce the Rampage Fern.]

Cedar shredded the fern into small pieces, scattering them into the bubbling liquid.

The mixture hissed, and a faint green vapor rose as the fern's properties reacted with the fruit.

[The Rampage Fern's energy bonds with the fruit's stabilizing nature, creating a foundation for the strength boost.]

[Next, Troll Bear Blood.]

Cedar retrieved a vial and began dripping the viscous liquid into the pot, one drop at a time.

The mixture turned darker with each drop, emitting a faint heat.

[The blood amplifies the energy within the brew, but too much and it will destabilize the balance.]

[Now, scrape the outer layer of the Stone Tree Root.]

Cedar shaved the bark-like layer and let the powdery substance fall into the simmering potion.

As the powder dissolved, the mixture thickened further, its color shifting to a deep, earthy tone.

[The root's minerals are fusing with the blood's energy, enhancing the potion's ability to reinforce bone and muscle.]

[Quickly now, add three Bramble Leaves.]

Cedar plucked the leaves and dropped them in one at a time.

The brew sizzled violently for a moment, releasing a sharp, herbal scent.

[The leaves accelerate recovery properties, but any more would counteract the blood's muscle-boosting effect.]

[Finally, the venom.]

Cedar unsealed the vial of Steel Fang Spider Venom, its contents glimmering like liquid silver.

He added a single drop and stirred, observing the mixture closely.

A faint blue hue appeared, blending perfectly with the earthy tones, while the bubbling subsided.

[The venom bonds everything together, pushing the limits of strength enhancement while suppressing the toxicity.]

Cedar adjusted the heat as Cypher instructed, maintaining a low simmer for the next fifteen minutes.

The potion thickened to a smooth consistency, its color settling into a rich emerald green.

[Stir continuously, Master. Any pause now, and the mixture will lose its integrity.]

Cedar's movements were fluid, his precision honed even further compared to the first potion.

Once the brew was ready, Cedar carefully poured it into vials.

This time, they managed to create five potions.

Cypher activated his Data Sight, scanning the new batch.

[ Unnamed Potion ]

↳ Enhances a contracted beast's physical strength and endurance by 12% for 20 minutes.

↳ A carefully crafted elixir made from Stone Heart Fruit, Rampage Fern, Troll Bear Blood, Stone Tree Root, Bramble Leaf, Steel Fang Spider Venom.

[The results are good, Master.] Cypher commented.

Cedar grinned. 

"It's perfect. Let's prepare for the next batch."

Without wasting time, they began crafting the second batch of strength-enhancing potions.

The second batch yielded another five vials.

Cypher activated his Data Sight once again, sharing the results with Cedar.

[It's another 12%, Master.]

They decided to name the second potion "Troll Beast Power Potion."

With the second batch complete, they now had 10 Troll Beast Power Potions.

Adding the 8 Sunflame Qi Potions, they had successfully concocted a total of 18 potions.

Cedar glanced at the timer ticking down in the corner of the room.

They still had half an hour left before their time was up.

With that, he began packing the potions into four separate pouches, one for each batch.

"It's time to turn this into cha-ching."

Just as Cedar was about to finish packing, Cypher's voice echoed in his mind."

[Master, I suggest selling these potions through an auction.]

[By leveraging the competitive nature of buyers, we can maximize the profit margins.]

[Even if we limit the auction to just one day, the demand for rare, high-quality potions will drive the price significantly higher than selling directly.]

[Additionally, auctions provide exposure, establishing the reputation of your work quickly within the market.]

[While longer auctions could yield even more profit, a one-day limit balances quick returns with optimal pricing.]

"Yeah, that's what I was thinking too, Cypher." Cedar said, nodding.

"A direct sale might be faster, but it undervalues the quality of our work."

"A one-day auction is a good compromise. Quick results, but still profitable."

[Precisely, Master.] 

"Alright then, let's set it up for a one-day auction." Cedar decided.

"Let's see how much these can really fetch."