As I continued to study various forms of magic and the history of this world, I naturally stumbled across a non-elemental spell known as Magical Mirror. It was fascinating—essentially the magical equivalent of a video call. However, there was no audio, which likely explained why the spell wasn’t widely used. The spell would display an image on the nearest reflective surface of the person you intended to contact. This seemed to involve spatial aspects, yet it was not elemental, leading me to conclude that non-elemental magic is a jack of all trades but master of none. This made sense; non-elemental magic requires rules and specific parameters to function effectively. For example, if you want a spell to move an object like telekinesis, you need to define restrictions to make it work. Essentially, you specify what the spell can and cannot do.

  To make the Magical Mirror spell functional for communication, I had to enhance it. I logged out and used the terrifying power of the internet to learn Morse code, utilizing my photographic memory. Additionally, I studied the frequencies of light in the non-visible spectrum. My idea was to create a non-elemental spell that emitted small, invisible pulses of light, which the mirror spell could transmit. A detection spell on the other end would interpret the Morse code, facilitating communication. Next, I designed a spell to detect sound, convert it to light, encode it into Morse code using an invisible light frequency, and then reverse the process on the receiving end.

  However, there were issues with the original Magical Mirror spell. First, it would target the closest reflective surface, which might not always be the small mirror in your pocket. This could cause interference if you were unknowingly closer to another reflective surface. To solve this, I modified the spell to prioritize the nearest reflective surface within specific size parameters. I also introduced a slight delay of a few milliseconds, preventing signals from infinitely looping between two mirrors. To further ensure stability, I programmed the spell to ignore non-visible light wavelengths every two milliseconds for one millisecond. This adjustment eliminated interference and looping signals. Developing these spells took only a few hours. Although they were functional, I suspected that incorporating wind or earth magic to produce and detect sound vibrations might make them more efficient and powerful, especially if sound magic exists.

  I placed an order for mirrors about the size of a smartphone, along with several magic cores. I had enough gold at my disposal to cover the expense. I ordered a large quantity to allow for experimentation and to have extras for potential sale at a good price. The next step was to embed the magic cores into the mirrors. This process was straightforward, as the cores seemed to absorb into the mirrors naturally. While elemental magic and combining various elemental magics would improve efficiency, I focused on keeping the spells non-elemental to ensure broad usability. Non-elemental magic, while less powerful,

  Bypassing elemental restrictions made it possible to create magic without requiring elemental affinity during the creation process. This was particularly advantageous for mass production.

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  Once the prototypes were complete, I tested them. Elves and beastkin, with their keen hearing, were not ideal test subjects due to the distance required to truthfully test the Magic Mirror’s capabilities. To ensure accuracy, we had to be far enough apart that conversation was impossible. At this distance, I activated the devices. A 30-second delay was intentional to allow time for the recipient to answer. Once the call connected, we could video chat effectively. The delay and light-frequency adjustments worked perfectly, preventing signal interference or looping. Satisfied, I ended the call and smiled at my ingenuity. I demonstrated the devices to the elf king, who granted me an audience promptly. I explained that production would take time and that I planned to establish a secure workshop on my estate. The estate's high security, located in the noble district, would prevent information leaks. I also warned the king about the potential for humans to spark conflict if they discovered and mass-produced this technology. The king agreed to my precautions and supported my plan to construct a factory.

  With the prototypes complete, I resumed researching various magics. Non-elemental magic intrigued me as a loophole in elemental restrictions, though its power was limited by necessary constraints. For instance, I studied space magic and discovered its potential for creating pocket dimensions. While such feats required immense energy, simpler applications, like extending internal spaces or reducing an object's weight using gravity magic, were more practical. Gravity magic, I learned, was influenced by size rather than weight, which dictated the energy required to reduce mass.

  I also explored the idea of creating potions, particularly youth potions that could extend lifespans or restore vitality. Humans, with their shorter lifespans, would be the primary market for such products. Elves and other long-lived races, while aging slowly, showed less interest in these items.

  Recruiting staff for my workshop went smoothly, though logistical challenges arose. The mirror supplier struggled to meet demand, and enchanting the mirrors took time. With limited funds and resources, scaling production was difficult. I instructed my team to prioritize quality over speed and communicated delays to customers. Over time, demand would likely stabilize, making the process more manageable.

  During hiring, I interviewed a particularly intriguing candidate. Their answers were so ideal that it seemed they had predicted my questions. This raised suspicions that they might be a regressor—someone who had returned from the future or another timeline. I had long suspected this world was not a mere game but a reality we inhabited remotely. If regressors existed, it was not far-fetched, given the world's advanced realism. I decided to confront the candidate, and their surprised reaction confirmed my suspicions. This guy was also a player I had hired many players because there was no official guild system so they were officially employees

  Naturally, I was careful to vet candidates thoroughly, selecting only those who were genuinely skilled and trustworthy. I primarily chose individuals from non-human races, as humans here were little more than slaves or foreign diplomats, and they were still not well-regarded.

  Before resuming my grinding, I planned to assemble my guild members to make the process more efficient. While defeating higher-level monsters in a group reduces the overall experience gain per person compared to soloing, the total experience gained is still significantly higher. This strategy would allow us to level up faster as a team.