episode_0021
by adminFew achievements of the weapons research center have been made public.
As this is a newly established research institute, this is fully understandable.
However, the research institute’s achievements were innovative enough to have a big impact in many fields.
A steam engine that seemed to have nothing to do with weapons was one of them.
“Steam spewed out, and the stopped time of magic engineering began to flow…”
“Ah, magic engineering, which was only known in records…is making progress again…”
“Reconstruction of magic engineering…our destiny…will be achieved through the steam engine…”
Magic engineering has truly reached a new heyday.
Research into the principles of steam engines and improvements in efficiency were made, and this began to be applied to high-level magic engineering, replacing magic stones.
These technologies were released to the private sector and began to be used in various fields, playing a major role in increasing the empire’s production.
“But, is it correct to call it magic engineering since it doesn’t use magic stones?”
“?”
However, can magic engineering without magic stones really be called magic engineering?
As the number of people raising questions about this increases, the academic world is thrown into confusion.
“Bring that guy out! What do you think our foundation is?”
“I no longer use magic stones, isn’t it right to establish a new one?”
“You are trying to deny our essence! Let’s make sure they never enter academia again!”
“There is no reason to call it magic engineering anymore! How long are you going to cling to the old things?”
“Magic engineering is still alive and well. This is an undeniable fact. No matter how steam engines are said to be replacing magic stones, in the end, they are just replacing the power source called magic stones. Are we overestimating steam engines? If magic stones increase again, when did that happen? The steam engine will lose its place. You must also understand that this is a reality and a truth that cannot be denied… ”
A scholar who tried to solve this situation expressed his opinion.
“How about dividing academia into two? With magical engineering and steam engineering.”
“Fuha, I hope that comment you made was a joke.”
“Let’s divide academia in half. There’s something wrong with your head.”
“Would you like to take a moment to look into the boiler part of a steam engine? I think it would be an excellent way to bring you back to your senses.”
When academia is divided in two, imperial support is also dispersed.
So they tried to unite for a while…
“…But it’s not a bad idea.”
“Yes. Let’s achieve generational change at once.”
“You idiots should hold on to magic engineering that you can’t even use.”
“…Are you serious?”
“It turned tightly.”
“Not only support, but also steam engine and magical engineering research are not efficient if they are dispersed! Division must be prevented!”
“Think rationally. If we are simply divided in two, it is not a good situation for either party.”
“Khat, let’s split it in two. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to see if steam engines can be developed without magic engineering.”
“There is no knowledge to share with renegades. I hope you can achieve good results with that overflowing confidence.”
Magic engineering began to fragment.
The atmosphere was starting to heat up, and it seemed unstoppable.
“The Weapon Research Institute announced new research results!”
That was until I heard some news.
“What is it?”
“It is said to be a vehicle using a steam engine.”
“Oh…let me take a look.”
“Laying a road made of iron…and running on it…”
“It is powered by a steam engine…”
“Ho…the theory is quite…”
“If you keep up with the output, you can carry a large amount of cargo a long distance… ?”
As if they had been fighting for some time, they began to focus on the idea of a steam locomotive.
The Weapons Research Institute maintained peace in the magical engineering community.
***
Time passed.
The winter cold became more bitter.
Snow piled up on the ground, trees, and roofs of buildings.
“…The magical engineering community is currently focused on research and design of steam locomotives.”
“Really? Thank goodness.”
“The reaction is just something.”
“Well, if it goes well, it’s good.”
“Hmm. I think you need to consider how steam locomotives will change the empire.”
‘It’s roughly what I expected.’
As Brown, who had memories of his past life, he had a rough guess.
he asked McColson, scratching his head.
“Then when do you think we will be able to see steam locomotives?”
“It will be tested as early as summer, and the period for railroad construction and steam locomotives to begin to be distributed is expected to be about a year.”
“Okay, whatever. I hope I can see it soon.”
“I’m also looking forward to that time. Restrictions not only on logistics transportation but also on movement will be greatly reduced.”
After the conversation with McColson, I was organizing my materials and Karen came up to me and spoke to me.
“Mr. Brown. Shall we go to the armory soon?”
“Ah, it’s already time. Let’s go now.”
Today is the end of the first production of percussion cap type rifles.
Since he had to stop by at least once to check, Brown left the lab with Karen.
Of course, the escorts were also there.
‘Uhm…’
The armory was in full swing producing the remaining guns, and the warehouses were piled up with guns and supplies.
“It’s pretty good.”
Karen muttered as she looked around inside.
“There will be more in the future.”
Brown answered her as he examined the firearms.
That’s right, because this armory alone was equipped with steam engines and machines.
As soon as installation is completed, firearms will be produced faster than now.
Clearly things were going well.
Production was smooth and distribution was smooth.
But something started to bother Brown.
‘After all, it is a lethal weapon.’
Information about guns and cannons that I gained while remembering my past life.
At first, he thought that if he used this knowledge, he could stay in a comfortable department.
And I also had some small expectations about what kind of impact these weapons would have.
But the better things went, the more the thoughts I wanted to ignore grew.
Many people will die due to the weapons he designed.
It wasn’t a very pleasant feeling.
“Hmm…”
“Why are you doing that?”
“Oh, no. I have something to think about for a moment. Shall we go back now?”
Brown left the warehouse with Karen.
As I returned to the weapons lab with my escorts, I just tried to ignore my worries.
***
The first batch of rifles was distributed to the military.
The military soon began testing it, and results were reported quickly.
“As a result of test shooting, it was confirmed that the range and accuracy were significantly improved compared to the previous matchlock rifle.”
The results were satisfactory.
“This is so… coveted.”
“I would like to try operating it on our side as well.”
“Use whatever matchlock gun you have. Of course, it is better to take the opportunity in places where matchlock guns cannot be used…”
“I think a little differently. Wouldn’t the results be better if you use these weapons with the know-how from using matchlock guns?”
“Greedy. Shouldn’t other units also develop together?”
“Hehe. Is it even advisable for barbaric units that still equip infantrymen with spears and bows to use these firearms? In particular, I will hand over the matchlock rifle, so you can gain experience with it first.”
“I think it is the right decision to operate it in the capital defense unit, which is the most important strategic point in the empire.”
“If you ever have to go to the front, the empire will already be over. It would be better to place it towards the border…”
“Phew. As expected, it won’t come to a conclusion this way. How about deciding it by duel?”
“As expected, they are as ignorant as the units that still give their soldiers spears and bows. As expected, we are the percussion cap rifles…”
While the military was having an in-depth discussion about where to use the rifle, the chairman of the Imperial Conference was discussing a different topic.
“I think we need to come to a conclusion about the Kingdom of Heirn.”
In response to the emperor’s words, the subjects began to express their opinions.
“I think it is right to end this as a warning. I think we need to consider breaking the peace a little more.”
“The kingdom has crossed the line by ending with a simple warning. Punishment must be inflicted.”
“That’s right. If we end this with a warning, other kingdoms will begin to take advantage of the empire’s new technologies. I think we need to set a clear example as a warning to other kingdoms.”
The emperor was worried as he listened to his subjects.
Breaking 42 years of peace was a burden, but a definite response had to be shown to the Kingdom of Heirne.
The emperor, who was worried, opened his mouth.
“…”
As time passed, the snow that covered the fields white melted, new shoots sprouted, and spring came.
The empire’s troops began to move towards the border adjacent to the Kingdom of Heirn, trampling on new shoots.
This information was also known to the Kingdom of Heirne.
“The Empire has made a decision.”
The King looked at the declaration of war and muttered.
Even though a surprise attack was possible, a declaration of war was sent.
The empire was confident in this war.
“Prepare for war with the empire. Move all available forces to the border.”
The king gave orders to his subjects and looked out the window for a long time.
Please, I hope the Kingdom army can stop the Empire army.
And, I just hoped that the new weapon was overrated.
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