The mysterious Apexis crystals are treasures left behind from the peak of the Arakkoa Empire's civilization. After the decline of the second generation Arakkoa civilization in Draenor, the third generation Ogre Empire rose. In order to overthrow the empire established by the Ogres, the Arakkoa attempted to instigate conflict.
The Arakkoa secretly contacted the Ogres' slave race, teaching them arcane magic to resist the Ogres' rule.
At the same time, they provided Apexis crystals to the Ogres, which rapidly accelerated the evolution of the originally brutish Ogres, especially in terms of intelligence.
The Apexis crystals' ability to stimulate intelligence is very similar to the Kajamite ore on Kezan in Azeroth.
The goblins of Azeroth were originally slaves of the jungle trolls on Kezan, forced to mine Kajamite ore in the volcanic tunnels of Mount Kajaro, a powerful mineral used by the trolls in their voodoo rituals.
The goblins' long-term exposure to the ore in the mines gave them surprising cunning and intelligence, eventually leading them to overthrow the trolls and claim Kezan as their own independent island.
The underground of Draenor contains a large amount of Apexis crystals, and currently only Galen and the Draenei have access to the channels. The Draenei have been traveling among the stars for tens of thousands of years and have encountered countless planets. They are already wealthy and don't care about the business of selling crystals, so Galen will not be polite.
Whether the Apexis crystals are used to make energy crystals for staves or are finely polished and processed as jewelry for sale, they can attract a large number of customers.
Galen specially made a batch of staves in the shape of Jorda's Staff and gifted one to each of the Stromgarde court mages, selling the rest in Dalaran.
For other mages Galen knew well, such as Kel'Thuzad, Jaina, and Iluxia, Galen directly gifted large pieces of Apexis crystals.
In Dalaran, in Gandalf's mage tower, Jaina and Iluxia were playing with the large pieces of Apexis crystals that Galen had given them.
The crystals, radiating a mysterious power, made the two girls' eyes shine with delight, and they couldn't put them down.
The two crystals Galen sent were the size of an adult's fist, with pure energy and full color. They had been carefully polished by the skilled craftsmen of the high-ranking Arakkoa and were originally intended for use by the high priest Aerix, who then used them as a gift to Galen.
"I don't know what Galen has been busy with this year. Not only can't he be seen in the Stromgarde palace, but also no one lives in the castle in Minas Tirith Later, even Gandalf, Gul'dan, and Med'an disappeared!"
The brilliant light of the crystal shone on Jaina's small face, but the beautiful gemstone still couldn't stop her from complaining, venting the frustration in her heart.
Studying magic theory was already boring, and after finally getting through it, Gandalf allowed them to experiment on their own, but they found that there was no one to share the joy with, and they didn't get the praise of the person she liked!
It's so uncomfortable, this is not the result I wanted!
"Doesn't Prince Arthas of Lordaeron come to see you every month across Lake Lordamere? You can confide in him."
Iluxia sat quietly at her desk, elegantly flipping through the books from Karazhan.
In the later stages of the Orcish Wars, Orgrim was constantly chased by Galen and Turalyon, and had no chance to attack Dalaran, so this ancient magical city was not destroyed and still stood on the Isle of Quel'Danas in Lake Lordamere.
However, Iluxia had recently heard that the Kirin Tor Six were discussing the expansion of Dalaran, and the location was tentatively set in the northern Hillsbrad Foothills on the edge of Lake Lordamere. It was one of the few remaining territories of the Alterac kingdom, and it was unknown whether their new king Prestor could withstand the pressure from Dalaran and give up this area.
"Arthas is just a reckless and childish little boy. Not long ago, because of his recklessness, he crippled his favorite pony. He is not as powerful and wise as Galen at all."
Jaina had been taught horsemanship hand-in-hand by her brother Derek at a very young age. Although she is not very proficient now, at least she can skillfully ride horses in the flat garden.
"Iluxia, don't you want to see Galen , our senior brother!"
After hearing this, Iluxia's fingers trembled as she turned the page, pausing for a moment before continuing to read.
Jaina became a little anxious when she saw that Iluxia didn't respond: "Iluxia, I know that Duke Barov intends to marry into the Thorwaten royal family, and is already prepared to give Tarren Mill and Southshore as dowry to the Thorwaten royal family!"
Iluxia's heart was in turmoil. Her current situation was very awkward. Her father had released the news early, in order to use the prestige of King Thoras, plus Galen was in the limelight in the Alliance at that time, and finally protected a large area of the Barov family's land from being taken by those with ulterior motives.
Now, there is no news from the Thorwaten father and son, and Old Barov is also full of apologies to his daughter.
"Iluxia, have you heard about Calia? Calia is Arthas's sister. Some time ago, I heard that she was arranged by her father to marry the new king of Alterac. Later, King Prestor didn't reach an agreement on the southern border, otherwise, Calia, who is nineteen years old, would have to marry that nearly fifty-year-old king!"
Iluxia was silent.
The daughters of nobles, including princesses, seem glamorous to outsiders, but the reality is that in addition to fine clothes, good food, and noble status, their future is not bright.
Their future is basically only one path: marriage. And noble daughters like Jaina and Iluxia, who have strong talents and whose future strength will not be low, will have more difficulty in choosing a marriage partner, even if they choose to obey this fate and be arranged for marriage by their fathers and brothers.
They look down on titles lower than duke, and it is best to have a similar status to them, preferably a prince, but they are considered mysterious mages by the world. If their husband is weak, it is inevitable that the people will be suspicious and that nobles with ulterior motives will slander them for coveting the throne!
Jaina's most suitable candidates are the princes of the other kingdoms.
The Kingdom of Alterac currently has no prince, and Dalaran has no council system either.
Prince Varian of the remaining Stormwind Kingdom is six or seven years older than her, but he is already engaged and will be married after his coming-of-age ceremony next year!
It is said that Liam of Gilneas also has a marriage contract with the daughter of a great noble in his country. She doesn't like Arthas herself, so Galen is the most suitable!
Moreover, Jaina said that not only is he suitable, but she also likes him very much!
If there are no accidents, Galen's princess should be Iluxia, then she will accept it, who told her that she has a good relationship with Iluxia.
But suddenly an elven ranger from a different race appeared, which made Jaina unconvinced!
Seeing that the time was almost right, Jaina prescribed a strong medicine: "Iluxia, I know you also want to marry Galen! Let's form an alliance, and then we'll ask the teacher for help, and we'll definitely be able to defeat that cold and arrogant high elf ranger!"
After Galen returned to Azeroth, he, who had been a hands-off shopkeeper for nearly two years, ushered in his own nightmare.
As the saying goes, every cause has its effect.
As the saying goes, one who commits many sins will die.
After finally enjoying a week of tenderness with Sylvanas, Galen had to return to Minas Tirith to busy himself, because he had been loafing around Draenor for a year and a half, accumulating a large number of Crusader affairs from various regions.
"The Stromgarde nobles request an increase in orders for magic farms?"
Stromgarde has added a large amount of territory. Thoras ate his fill, and even left some soup for the Royalist nobles. The nobles who obtained the land also want the Crusader's engineering team to continue helping them develop their territory and build magic farms.
Reject!
The farms I helped them build are enough for them to make a fortune, but too many builds will impact the Crusader's grain exports to various countries. The lifeline of grain must not be affected.
Well, just say that materials are scarce and insufficient to continue building.
"The Wildhammer dwarves hope to deepen cooperation with the Trollbane Territory and increase trade in wine after the underground railway starts operating?"
This must be a document drafted by Kurdran, and it must have been sent out without Falstad knowing!
That old drunkard!
Galen waved his pen and agreed!
In addition to the ale produced in Aerie Peak, continue to increase the Avernel Garinard family's wine, Kezan Island's Kolgo Gold Wine, Southshore's cider, Draenor's ogre moonshine, Bloodhammer ogre's special red wine, and Shattrath's silver wine!
Hehe.
Kurdran, I'm going to make your Wildhammer treasure house bleed heavily, you just wait for Falstad to challenge you!
"Next, Augh, Ironforge happily welcomed a prince, Durin is doing well."
Well, a gift must be given.
"This is a secret report from the Dark Watch?"
"Traces of orcs have been found in Blackwing Lair. The targets are suspected to be the two sons of the first Warchief of the Horde, Rend Blackhand and Maim Blackhand?"
Never mind him, Blackwing Lair has long been emptied by Nefarian, and later the Red Dragon Legion checked the water meter several times. It is not suitable for Nefarian to conduct biological experiments at all. Currently, his new laboratory is inside a mountain peak in the Alterac Mountains.
Let me see what else there is.
"The Stromgarde, Ironforge, Gnomeregan, and Stormwind City underground railways will officially open at the end of the year. At the same time, the Stormwind Kingdom's prince's coming-of-age ceremony and wedding will be held. They hope I can attend?"
No problem, Varian, little brother, is getting married. I just don't know if the princess consort is called Tiffin Ellerian, that fair and upright girl whose wisdom and smile are equally bright.
"The centaurs in Desolace are harassing Theramore many times?"
Cavalry attacking the city, are they out of their minds?
"There are more and more races in the Crusader Fortress. In addition to the folk forces of the night elves, several official envoys have also visited. However, with Aegwynn as a living sign, plus Galen's tree planting and afforestation to restore the ecology, the druids are very satisfied, and they have recognized the Crusader as a neighbor."
"Also, the Dark Spear trolls request to join the Crusade? Agreed."
"A Blackwater pirate has risen in the South Seas, and is competing with the Bloodsail for the maritime hegemony of the South Seas?"
The goblin tycoon Rivikazz is unwilling to be lonely. It seems that Gazlowe must be transferred back. The Steamwheedle Cartel, the Bilgewater Cartel, and the Venture Co. are about to divide the entire goblin population. I have to get a piece of the pie. If it doesn't work, I'll destroy the Venture Co. and let Gazlowe rebuild a goblin cartel!
Taking advantage of the last few years of peace in Azeroth, not only must the Crusader develop, but the vassals under his command must also develop.
When the Burning Legion invades, the quilboar and trolls will all be important combat forces!
You can't just let the Crusader's warriors die!
Galen quickly made decisions on some important documents, and discarded those that were not important.
In general, the strength of the Crusader is steadily increasing. Galen is considering whether to continue expanding to the south of the Kalimdor continent. After all, more branch bases can provide more resources, and then increase the number of soldiers produced each year to achieve demigod status early.
But this matter can't be rushed. Now, let's bring those servants he received in Draenor over in turn, and use the conversion skills of the level 4 royal city to turn them into his followers, so that their loyalty can be guaranteed!
Well, let's start with the Broken, Nobundo and Akama!
Just as Galen was getting busy, Chromie, who was staying at the Minas Tirith Inn, looked to the south in horror!
"Dead, dead! The Dragon Aspect is back!"
Chromie jumped up and down in the room, her little head spinning rapidly.
The timeline that the Bronze Dragon Aspect assigned to Chromie to guard has been completely changed by Galen with her silent permission. Although she believes that she is helping Galen create history, if the Bronze Dragon Aspect Nozdormu does not agree with her ideas, it is very likely that the Bronze Dragonflight will start a war with the Crusader!
"Chronomu! Come to Grim Batol immediately!"
It's over, it's over, the Dragon Aspect has discovered it, he's summoning me!
"There's no way to hide, it depends on whether Galen can change the future and turn this timeline into the main timeline of Azeroth!"
The Bronze Dragons guard many timelines, and ultimately choose the one that is most conducive to the growth of the Azeroth world-soul from the many unknown futures!
As long as Galen achieves this condition, guarding Azeroth from being destroyed, everything she has done will be worth it!
Under the cover of disguise magic, Chromie successfully left the city and transformed into a huge bronze dragon, then spread her wings and quickly flew to the Grim Batol Fortress in the south.
Nozdormu, the Bronze Dragon Aspect, was waiting for Chromie's arrival on the top of Grim Batol Mountain. In the past few years, he has been traveling through the flow of time, peeking into the future of many timelines, maintaining the time axis and historical axis of the entire world from appearing huge deviations.
Because of this ability, he knows too much.
He knows that his good brother Neltharion will betray the five dragonflights and almost wipe out the blue dragon race, but in order to maintain the stability of the timeline, he cannot tell the Blue Dragon Aspect in advance, and can only choose to escape, which eventually leads to Malygos almost becoming a lonely man, and the two also have estrangement because of this.
He knows that his children will die in Ahn'Qiraj, but he cannot change it. If he changes it, the Old Gods may not die and affect the future of Azeroth!
Sometimes knowing too much and being unable to change it means pain!