Besides debating whether to pay-to-win for the course, these students were also discussing the Pao-Jie figurine and the multi-functional precision hammer that Su Mu had given her. After witnessing how the Pao-Jie figurine assisted Qu Jin in foundation building, they were astounded. Who knew runic figurines and multi-functional precision hammers could be used this way?
They speculated about the attributes of the multi-functional precision hammer Su Mu had brought out. Meanwhile, they were also trying to find out where they could buy runic figurines like the Pao-Jie one, which could both cook and heal.
Some even uploaded a video they had just recorded onto the school’s app forum. This person had some foresight; upon hearing Su Mu mention using the runic figurine to assist Qu Jin’s foundation building, they immediately thought of recording a video.
Foundation building and runic figurines seemed unrelated at first glance, but putting them together would surely spark curiosity. If the video went viral, it could be a hit.
Indeed, the outcome did not disappoint. The runic figurine could actually use the multi-functional precision hammer to discharge electricity! Its method of assisting foundation building was ‘electrotherapy’!
This was quite the attention-grabber. The only regret this person had was ending the recording too soon, missing the scene where the Pao-Jie figurine cast the Revitalize Spell.
Even so, the segment showing the discharge should still garner some attention.
Su Mu noticed the recording but did not stop it. He was sure the angle only captured Pao-Jie and Qu Jin, not himself. Even if it did, it would only show his back, not revealing his handsome face and attracting fans based on looks, which could be bothersome.
But it could draw attention to the runic figurine and multi-functional precision hammer. If the video went viral, it would be free publicity-why not take advantage of it?
Once the video was posted on the school’s app forum, the keywords ‘foundation building’ and ‘runic figurine’ indeed caught many students’ attention, leading them to click and watch Qu Jin getting electrocuted.
The uploader respected privacy by blurring Qu Jin’s face. However, everyone was from the same school, and many had witnessed it firsthand. What good was the blur?
Initially, some were curious about who was getting electrocuted by the runic figurine, but soon everyone knew it was Qu Jin. Years later, at alumni reunions, mentioning being electrocuted by a runic figurine would immediately bring recognition: “Oh, it’s you!”
The uploader also mentioned in the post that the Pao-Jie figurine could cast healing spells, but few believed it. The runic figurines on the market were still quite basic, primarily for cuteness and daily care. No one had heard or seen one casting spells.
The main discussion among students revolved around the relationship between electrocution and foundation building. Initially, the conversation was normal, but soon it veered off course:
“Is this method of assisting foundation building following the path of Professor Yang, the Thunder King?”
“Ugh, how can that heretic, Professor Yang, compare to my adorable Pao-Jie?”
“Exactly, my Pao-Jie is so cute; getting electrocuted by her is a willing sacrifice. How can Professor Yang compare?”
“I find Professor Yang quite adorable too…”
The subsequent content was so off-track that several threads and accounts were banned.
Soon, the video was also uploaded to the P2W Shop’s official forum. The forum was full of experts; shortly after the video was posted, analysis threads began appearing.
One analysis thread had a rather formal title: “Analyzing the Application and Advantages of Electrocution in Foundation Building.”
The author of this analysis thread, based on the video content, managed to analyze everything from the effects of electrocution on the body and mind to whether electrocution and spiritual power resonance would affect foundation building results… and many other aspects.
Not only did the analysis seem plausible, but it also cited numerous cutting-edge theories to support its viewpoint.
Ultimately, this genius concluded that appropriate electrocution not only aids foundation building but also tempers the body, strengthens willpower, and trains spiritual power…
In short, summarized in one sentence: Electrocution benefits physical and mental health and cultivation!
This analysis thread immediately sparked heated debate, mostly questioning its validity.
“Electrocution benefits physical and mental health and cultivation? Are you kidding me?”
“Spill it! What’s your relationship with Professor Yang, the Thunder King?”
“Don’t think that just because you wrote a lot, I’ll believe you! I read a lot, you can’t fool me!”
Facing skepticism, the author quickly added: “We’ve already initiated a project to research this topic. Whether the analysis is correct will be revealed once the research results are out. We’re currently recruiting subjects for the experiment. Interested Senior brothers, Senior sisters, Junior brothers, and Junior sisters, don’t miss this chance. Sign up enthusiastically; spots are limited, first come, first served. Participation requires a fee…”
In response, everyone was quite enthusiastic, expressing:
“Damn, this scammer actually made it to the P2W Shop forum! Where’s the admin? Hurry up and ban this account!”
“Getting electrocuted and paying for it? You’re so talented, why not just rob people?”
“I read your lengthy analysis and thought it made sense. Are scammers nowadays this professional? If you don’t study well, you can’t even be a scammer?”
Xiao Ai quickly logged in, banned the scammer’s account and IP, and deleted the post.
Aside from the controversial analysis thread, discussions about the multi-functional precision hammer on the P2W Shop forum reached a new level.
Many noticed that the multi-functional precision hammer used by the Pao-Jie figurine discharged electricity more powerfully than ordinary ones. It was clearly enhanced with attributes like [Electric Shock].
Recently, the enhancement of multi-functional precision hammers had been a hot topic on the forum. Although the attributes and effects from each enhancement were random, this randomness had created many schools, evoking both love and hate.
Now, could the enhancement of [Electric Shock] attribute also give rise to a new school?
Someone quickly posted a video showcasing this. In the video, a guy was sparring with a friend, wielding a multi-functional precision hammer. His friend wore a full set of highly defensive magical tools armor, and the hammer, lacking the [Armor Break] attribute, couldn’t penetrate the defense. But the electric current could pass through, making his friend yelp.
“Whoa, this is heading towards Magnetic Burst Infantry territory!”
“Seems like if a close-combat hammer is enhanced with [Electric Shock], it’s pretty decent. As long as the opponent doesn’t have lightning avoidance spells, you can teach them a lesson!”
“If a hammer is simultaneously enhanced with [Electric Shock], [Armor Break], and [Stun], it should be quite powerful, right?”
“Doesn’t [Electric Shock] have a paralyzing effect? Maybe swap [Stun] for another attribute like [Blunt Strike] or [Bleed]?”
“Stop dreaming; are those attributes available just because you want them? Damn, I don’t have a multi-functional precision hammer or Enhancement Talismans, why am I even discussing this with you? P2W Shop, can’t you restock quickly? Don’t leave us with only theoretical discussions!”
Soon, the P2W Shop forum was flooded with posts urging restocking. The video and discussions about the ‘close-combat electric hammer’ and ‘Magnetic Burst Infantry’ school spread to other forums and school circles.
Unaware of the online buzz, Su Mu would have been delighted. The greater the topic’s popularity, the better the publicity effect. Achieving such results without spending a dime-how could he not be happy?
At this moment, Su Mu was attentively attending the Flying Sword Modification Technology Course.