1127 prototype power ship

"I can't help it, Lord Alphonse." It's the first prototype power ship. "

"Oh, you've done it already." Quick, Galius. "

Artisan Galius at the Barca steel mill.

It was only a few days before I handed over the power mechanism type magic tool I had made with the Spirit Stone to Galius.

However, a power ship, a prototype machine, was built.

I got to see it right away.

"... shit. A boat or something like that."

"That's right." I told you. It is said to be the first prototype. This is because the rotating blade is installed behind the bottom surface of the ship using a power mechanism on the existing ship. Now, even if you defy the flow of the river, you'll have to move on. "

Hmm. Well, at first, it's like this.

"Don't be surprised to see something like this." When you develop a new product like this, you can actually build it and use it in real life. This is also a valuable first step. "

"Isn't that the case?" So, what did you find out? "

"I understand a lot of things." How much force can actually be obtained by the number of teeth of another gear attached to this power mechanism, and what shape of the rotating blade is good? Alternatively, besides the turning angle that can be bent when the speed increases, there are also problems when using iron in ships, etc. "

From that mouthpiece, it seems that there are quite a few problems that need to be solved, right?

“Of course not, there's a lot of work to be done. Just thinking about what you're going to put your hands on, you're going to be excited."

"... it looks like fun. But when that happens, we need to build a new river in this area of the Vulcan steelworks and drain the water before we can study it. It doesn't matter. Let's mobilize Magic Stone and Lord Rassen to get to work.”

With a very good smile, Galius explained to me about the power ship.

Looks like this job is pretty interesting.

It must be fun to create something new with your own hands.

When I first met you, I didn't know what it was like to work underground in a poor neighborhood.

We should hurry to improve the perimeter of this Barca steelworks to help Galius with his work.

However, there is no nearby river to study building a ship.

Let's shorten the schedule by using Rassen, also known as the Digger, to advance the plan.

Somehow, I thought Lassen's power was convenient.

Eventually, I use Rassen, so the work of creating magic may take some time to complete.

By the way, are you building any other prototype ships?

"Of course not." There was a request from Mr. Alphonse that the power mechanism be of a unified standard without basically changing. If so, we'll have to try it on a variety of different types of ships. In addition to the ships built by the arrogant, I plan to carry out research on the existing ships used by the people and try to power them. "

"So, can I take this Unit 1?" I'd like to take a ride. "

Don't you think Lord Alphonse will be riding it? No problem, but can you swim? Just in case, I had to give you the lifesavers I had prepared. Oh, and when it falls to the surface of the water, be careful with the rotary vanes that work with the power mechanism. Due to the nature of the sharp blade, it's dangerous to get caught in it. "

Okay, I'll be careful.

"I really want you to be careful." It was okay as long as the clumsy person tried it, but the possibility of overthrowing it is sufficient if you drive indiscreetly. If you don't hold me liable for anything, I can give it to you right here. "

"Of course. I won't complain if I get hurt or drowned on this ship." If I don't die, I can fix it. Well then, I'll borrow it. "

"I don't understand." Then I'd be glad to hear from you later on what you thought of using it. ”

With Galius' permission, I decided to return with the power ship of Prototype 1.

At first, there was some dissatisfaction with the fact that it was a small ship, but there was also the fact that it was easy to carry because it was small.

It was about the size of a few people riding down the river, so it was also loaded on the wagon, so I carried it to the Glue River.

"Um, should I put some magic power into this part?" Use this rudder to adjust the direction of travel. It's so much easier. "

On board the power ship that floated on the Glue River, I maneuver it, recalling the maneuvering instructions that Gallius had told me about.

When I poured my magic power, it seemed that the power had come into play, and as a result, the spinning vanes that were behind the ship began to spin.

Powered boats are now advancing on the waters of the Glue River, which maintains a calm water surface with no signs of flooding.

Oh, that's all I said.

It's quite fun.

It was unexpected how interesting it was for a ship to go on a leisurely journey on water.

And as she continued to shed her magic power, the speed of the ship grew faster and faster.

But apparently, it went too far.

The force of the wings continued to increase the rotational force, and the hull rattled, and finally the bow rose up, and the power ship I was on unexpectedly overturned.