Lady Jandice, on the other hand, developed a potion to cure the plague, but it could only work within twelve hours of consuming the plague-infected grain and couldn't restore civilians in the late stages of infection.
To turn the undead back into living beings, that would probably require a trip to the underworld.
This was already quite good; plague infections typically lasted only two or three days, with some turning into undead overnight.
Fortunately, the plague-infected grain could not spread through the air, and food and water could be detected by the Holy Light, preventing many cases.
There was currently no means to filter water, but such actions were already extremely sinister. The mastermind behind it could no longer be simply brought to justice to sate one's hatred. Their soul must be constantly tormented with magic until it could no longer bear it and self-annihilated, turning to dust.
There is specialization in every art, and mages also have different categories.
There are those who specialize in magic arrays, those who specialize in alchemy, and those who specialize in combat, a wide variety.
Clearly, Lady Jandice was dedicated to research, and she was also an anatomy expert at Scholomance Academy.
Now, bearing the title of the prince's personal arcane assistant, she no longer needed to worry about House Barov's implication; even a warrant wouldn't reach her.
She stayed in the territory, dedicating herself to research, focusing on deciphering and preventing the undead plague.
Without finding a more effective method, it would be difficult to eradicate it from its source.
Looking at the holy water before him, it carried the essence of life, Holy Light, and arcane, as clear as purified water.
It reminded Arthas of the interesting events in the Purge of Stratholme dungeon, where after being infected with the plague, one had to drink a potion or find a priest for purification within a set time, or else become infected and end the game as a ghoul.
He hadn't expected Lady Jandice to create it by a twist of fate; it seemed she was truly suited for this work.
"Well done, Jandice, you've done very well, I am very pleased."
"As long as I am here, you will enjoy the treatment of a Royal Mage, and House Barov will rise again because of you."
Lady Jandice bowed slightly, an angle that perfectly allowed the prince to feast his eyes. What was it called, 'a mountain range from the side, a peak from the front, only regretting not being within this mountain'? This was it!
"It is also with Prince Arthas' support that I was able to achieve this. Currently, the cost is quite expensive; a bottle of holy water costs about one hundred gold coins! Not too much can be made."
"Further research is needed to find ways to enhance the efficacy and reduce costs."
"Speaking of which, I must also thank Lady Sinestra for her help. She is also an Archmage, and perhaps it is Prince Arthas' charisma that attracts so many talents."
Mature, elegant ladies always know how to speak to a man's heart. Sweet words and many poses, who wouldn't like that?
"Then you two have a common language. I am very happy that you can emerge from the shadows and find like-minded friends here."
Arthas was genuinely happy for her. She was a veteran who helped him in his most difficult times, and she herself possessed immense value, a living, breathing reality, not cold, unfeeling code.
Lady Jandice seemed unfazed by the prince's gaze. Her slipping shoulder strap remained unadjusted as she respectfully said,
"Prince Arthas, please allow me to recommend my daughter, Jaina, to join the reinforcements."
"She was once a mage of Dalaran and was preparing for the Archmage qualification examination, but lost her eligibility due to the foolish Aedan."
"She is proficient in arcane and illusion magic, capable of creating indistinguishable illusions, and will surely be of help to you."
Beyond the introduction, she also hoped her daughter could establish some 'more-than-friendship' with Prince Arthas the prince, which would solidify their connection.
It wasn't surprising for her to think this way; intermarriage among nobles was common, and even if marriage wasn't possible, being a lover was also good.
Arthas considered it briefly and then agreed. Bringing one more person was nothing.
Over the next two days, he prepared supplies and screened soldiers, and also found the dispatched dragonkin team to have a friendly spar with them.
He almost made them feel utterly defeated. Grom, watching from the side, laughed extra loudly. Finally, he wasn't the only one getting beaten; life was becoming more comfortable.
Sylvanas did not urge him, nor did she see Arthas after that confession in Lordaeron Royal City.
The usually valiant ranger-general was also shy, unsure how to face him, and simply hid away.
He hadn't yet tasted the high elf's allure, but fortunately, Jaina was by his side, so he wasn't afraid of lonely nights.
Azeroth had no concept of contraception, so there were no such rubber balloons. Every race was eager to multiply, so there was no market for such items.
He could only pray that Jaina wouldn't get pregnant easily, otherwise, if she accidentally conceived, she would have to miss the Second War of the Burning Legion.
If she could participate in the war and meet some ancient beings, it would be extremely beneficial for her.
Networking was also very useful in Azeroth.
Before departing, Arthas once again checked his stats and went to the Mysterious Treasure Chamber to buy the newly refreshed books to enhance himself.
Name: Arthas Menethil
Identity: The Light of Lordaeron (Balanced All-rounder)
Level: 7
Strength: 172 (Base 70, Books 15, Frostmourne doubled)
Agility: 172 (Base 70, Books 15, Frostmourne doubled)
Intelligence: 172 (Base 70, Books 15, Frostmourne doubled)
Health: 5760 (Recovers 172 per second)
Mana: 5760 (Recovers 17.2 per second)
Attack Power: 344 (Chaos Type)
Defense: 50% Damage reduction
Attack Speed: 30 / S (Capped)
Movement Speed: Extremely Fast
Skill Cooldown reduction: 16% (10 / Intelligence Value)
Purified Frostmourne: A magical weapon that needs to absorb souls to unlock its abilities. Current Anima: 3000.
Level 10 Concentration Aura: 50% damage reduction, immune to all control effects.
Level 10 Brilliance Aura: Recovers mana equal to Intelligence per second, spell damage percentage increased by Intelligence.
Level 7 Trueshot Aura: Increases ranged attack damage by 70%.
Level 9 Bash: 90% chance to stun, deals 90% of attack damage.
Level 8 Critical Strike: 80% chance to deal 8 times damage.
Level 9 Resistance Skin: reduces magic damage by 90%, immune to magic control.
Level 5 Unholy Aura: Increases friendly unit movement speed by 50% and restores health equal to Strength per second.
Level 8 Vampiric Aura: 80% of damage dealt to enemies is converted into health recovery, including melee and ranged.
Aura skills level up quickly; they only need to affect friendly units to gain experience.
In contrast, Bash and Critical Strike require painstakingly grinding for experience, but the 100% trigger at max level is just too appealing.
This stat panel was already sufficient; even if the second or third strongest leaders of The Legion came, he could send them back defeated!
The only minor drawback was the slightly low attack power, but it was enough for now, leaving something to look forward to.
As long as there were no major unexpected problems, there wouldn't be much risk.
He just feared that if the Sunwell exploded or the planet exploded and he was sucked into space, then it would all be over; even auras couldn't save him.