Boulder City is huge.

It's not just the facilities, it's the population.

If you want to investigate the customs and customs of this place, I am afraid that a week may not be enough.

What's more, the "New Map Experience Card" is only valid for three days......

The evening of the second day.

Fang Chang, who was sitting next to the window, glanced at the gradually lively street outside the window, and put away the small notebook and pen in his hand.

Overall, it's going well.

Except for the inner city, there is no way to enter, and the exploration degree of the outer city has reached 60%, and the things that need to be understood have basically been investigated.

Especially those that go deep into the social level.

And this part is also the most surprising to him.

"Unlike small survivor settlements such as Bate Street and Brown Farm, Boulder City is not only huge, but also different in composition from the 'feudal lord' rule of most small and medium-sized survivor settlements, and is more like a collection of interests with intricate relationships."

"The lord of the city is the highest authority here, and has the command of the militia group, but he does not participate in the specific affairs of the city, nor does he engage in the management of any assets, but is only responsible for responding to waves and other threats, and taking money from the treasury of the town hall."

"The people who live here have set up their own bureaucratic system to deal with the mess and the top priority of taxation. However, due to the lack of direct support from the violent machine, their dominance over the region is very weak, and they even have to rely on the help of some 'big guys' when solving certain problems. ”

"Interestingly, when I was communicating with NPCs, I accidentally found easter eggs left by the production team."

"In the early days of the Wastelands, Boulder wasn't actually called Boulder City, but 'Mansion Town'. It wasn't until they completed the expansion from the first building to the outer city with the help of an ancient organization called the Post-War Reconstruction Committee, and built a massive concrete wall in response to the waves. ”

In the century that followed, they seemed to have lost the ability to build great walls and stopped expanding, instead opening up unseen territories through trade. It was in this way that they amassed a great deal of regional prestige in the southern part of the province of River Valley, and made 'chips' popular throughout Qingquan City, becoming a hard currency in the minds of the locals...... And this is the source of the arrogance of most of the residents of Boulder City. ”

"Even the wealth that has been plundered through bargaining chips has nothing to do with them, and it does not improve their situation at all."

"It seems that it is a better option to engage with such a force through interests than to use direct means of war."

"It must be noted, however, that this is also what they do best, and the NPCs here are far more cunning than those in the northern suburbs."

Combined with the photos you have taken, you should be able to write an impeccable guide.

Considering the life professional players who have been clamoring to run the merchant and cut NPC leeks, Fang Chang also counted the trading prices of several major commodities at the trading post.

And put it into a table!

Thinking of the players on the forum, Fang Chang couldn't help but have a smile on his face.

Is this what the big guy feels?

That's nice.

In the past, when he opened other games, he wrote a lot of strategies, and the popularity of the guides written by several vests was quite high.

But the sense of accomplishment he gets from those games, even if they all add up, can't compare to the one he's playing right now.

Just as Fang Chang put away the small notebook and was about to go to the next room to go offline to rest, Liszt's apprentice walked over to this side.

"Engineers and equipment are ready, and we've hired mercenaries who will take us safely to your outpost."

"I'll leave early tomorrow morning."

Walking to the table, Qian Lai sat down opposite Xu Shun, smiled and continued.

"It's our last night in Boulder, aren't you going to go out for a walk? I know a good place to drink, the beer there is good and very cheap. ”

Xu Shun shook his head and said.

"Thanks, no need."

"I still have a job ahead of me."

From the moment he went out, Xu Shun kept in mind the manager's advice, and kept every word in his heart, desertion can happen to anyone, but it can't happen to him.

Seeing that Xu Shunwan refused his invitation, Qian Lai didn't say anything more.

He's already experienced the stubbornness of these guys.

Last night he suggested going out and having some fun celebrating, after all, he was done with all the things he was supposed to do, but the guy refused without saying a word.

Not to mention the guy who sat by the window before.

There is no way to communicate at all.

While it wasn't the first time he'd dealt with the Blue Coats, it was definitely the strangest.

……

The next night.

Chu Guang saw the full version of the "Boulder City Market Research Report" published by Fang Chang at the forum.

is worthy of being the first king to understand the whole server, and Brother Fang's version of understanding has never disappointed him.

It's the same this time.

Fang Chang used the strokes of a travelogue to describe in detail what they saw and heard in Boulder City, as well as the situation of all walks of life analyzed through a variety of clues.

Since it is back in the range of communication, the post is also accompanied by a large number of high-definition pictures.

Not only are the players enjoying it, but the cloud players are also shouting.

Professor Yang of the Thunder and Lightning Law: "! Is this the actual game screen? ”

Ye Ao Nai I: "Hehe, bragging doesn't make drafts!" ”

The voice was quieter, and I Bron: "Awesome, when the finished product is made, it can have this half of the quality, I will directly kryptonite!" ”

Fang Chang: "...... I will update the transaction price reference table in Boulder City in the forum later, you can refer to it, but that is just for reference! ”

"The trade system of Wasteland Online is really meticulous, and the bargaining ability and eloquence directly affect the transaction price. Especially for some commodities with scarce attributes, the impact of price negotiation on the final transaction price can reach 50%, or even 100%! ”

"If you don't want to be tricked by NPCs, you can try to hire some NPCs with high charisma and high trading skills proficiency to bargain for you! This advice is for reference only, if you are the kind of guy who can become proficient in a foreign language with a completely different cultural background in less than half a year, and become proficient in the use of slang, then I didn't say it. ”

Quit smoking: "Big guy is awesome!! ”

Commander of the Spring: "Shock! The price list has been made before the new map is opened, which is too strong! ”

Fujito: "I want to open a clothing store in Boulder City!" Can I hire a local person to sell my clothes? (✪ω✪)！ ”

Fang Chang: "There is a serious surplus of labor there, it is definitely possible, but the consumption power of ordinary people is not very good, and it is estimated that only local tyrants can afford beautiful clothes." Try making protective gear like body armor or a sturdy leather jacket to make money for those mercenaries! ”

Fujito: "Take notes, take notes!" (Writing .jpg)"

Scrambled eggs with tomatoes: "I want to open a store too!" I can open a restaurant! Open a bar, too! (excited)"

"I'm in charge of delivery!" Cat Express, the mission must be achieved! ”

Tail: "The tail is in charge of guarding!" The First Dart Master of the Wasteland is here! Fight the monster and leave it to the tail! ψ(｀∇´)ψ”

Siss: "Oh! I'm in charge of keeping an eye on the tail. ”

Makabazi: "Don't pull the calf and be responsible for the nest!" (Funny)"

Pull the calf less: "Get out!" ”

Raven: "Wait, where's the mushroom?!" Can mushrooms be sold for money? ”

Fang Chang: "Uh...... I only seem to see people collecting blue umbrella mushrooms? The price is quite high, and it is said that it is a raw material used to make anti-radiation agents, but other varieties are rare. Maybe some pharmacies will accept it? I'll say hello to you later. ”

Raven: "What the hell, do you have to have that blue mushroom that grows in the sewers?" Σ(°△°|||) ︴”

Irena: "To be honest, are you cowardly?" (Funny)"

Night Ten: "That day, Boss Crow recalls the fear of being drowned in leeches. (Funny)"

Elf King Fugui: "Hahaha! Ducks! Hahahaha! Cuisine! I don't like it. (Funny)"

Raven: "Shark you! (#｀Д´)ノ✄”

……

I have to say that these players are all talents.

Chu Guang took a look at the forum.

In just a few minutes, the conversation has shifted from opening a clothing store and assembling a caravan to fast-forward to cultural conquest of the wasteland.

Conquering the wasteland with modern consumerism?

Is this a Renaissance?

emmm……

Technically, it can't be won anyway.

At least for a short time, the gap between the two sides is not something that a few black boxes can make up.

Not to mention that there are those things that others might have.

However, consumption is indeed their weakness, especially in terms of consumer culture.

The aristocrats of the inner city are keen on the goods of the ideal city, and have detached themselves from the public interest in pleasure, and the residents of the outer city are overwhelmed by the factory, although they are basically satisfied with food, clothing, housing and transportation, but they have no excess spending power at all.

The mercenaries are a large and mixed group, but they have always been ignored by caravans who have an eye on the outside market.

Although they were also poor, when spring came and the trade routes resumed, many of them would make a windfall.

Just look at Boss Xia.

Most mercenaries can't save money, and those who can save money either become mercenary leaders, evolve into caravan owners, or do other business.

These mercenaries need more than just guns and food, and not all of them will be level-headed enough to invest all the money they earn in themselves.

In addition to buying ammunition and supplies, and maintaining weapons, the rest of the money either went to the casino, or was spent on cigarettes, alcohol, or women.

Chu Guang felt that he could find some more pursued ways to spend money for them.

If his little players can design clothes, shoes, gun belts, armor, weapons, etc., that are not only durable and sturdy, but also contain "mercenary favorite elements", Vault 404's products may be popular in the bars of Boulder City.

If you can establish a brand effect in the minds of the mercenaries, you can really make a wave of leeks.

What is this wave called?

Selling skins!

Who says only players can buy skins?

Of course, there must be a lot of difficulty in this.

No matter how poor the residents of Boulder City are, the basic needs of food, clothing, shelter and transportation can still be met, and they are certainly not as miserable as the wasteland guests outside the wall.

That superior arrogance can be felt just by listening to their broadcasts.

"Or ...... Put the things that were sold in the past as an ideal city card? ”

Chu Guang's eyes rolled, and he had some bad ideas in his heart, but he had to wait for the caravans from the east coast to come before he could implement them.

And he felt that even if he didn't end up, he would definitely be able to think of it with the intelligence of those players.

"It's all about the details."

"The top priority is to make the caravan system quickly!"

Chu Guang created a new folder on the desktop and casually typed a line of headings.

[Alpha 1.01 Update: Chamber of Commerce System]

"The B4 layer unlock quest has not been triggered yet, and more players cannot be activated for the time being, so we will have to wait for a while for the B round test."

"The version number of this update is tentatively Alpha1.01!"

After that.

Chu Guang took a screenshot, coded the version number, and threw it on the forum.

Light: "I'm doing it, I'm doing it, everyone work hard, and when the 'Sword for Plow' expansion is over and the farming system test is complete, we will immediately open up a new map and new game content!" Test the 10 versions of the Merchant system you've been clamoring for! ”

Almost as soon as the post was sent, the number of replies instantly soared to double digits, and a refresh effort went to three digits.

Quit smoking: "Wait, why is there only one folder?" ”

Siss: "What's inside?" Get me well! ”

Night Ten: "False Brother Light, real Brother Cake." (Funny)"

Crow: "Damn, if only our plan could have a heart-warming manager who is half as kind as the little brother!" T^T”

Looking at the reply below, Chu Guang's brows twitched fiercely.

These guys!

Does it take time to arrange NPCs that can communicate?

If you have a two-and-a-half-day trip, do you need an archive point? Do you want to have a whole communication base station? Do you use electricity for these things?

And the most important thing is that if you all run the new map and make a fuss, who will plough the land?

Let's not talk about sowing seeds yet.

I have to finish the reclamation work.

Do you still need your managers to do this kind of thing?

Chu Guang felt that what he had hinted at was obvious.

"Damn!"

"Obviously it's just been updated, why do you want me to change it!"

Chu Guang scolded and closed the forum, drank the cup of homemade sparkling water on the table, and opened the P Club game to see the sea.

……

Following.

The south side of the outpost sanatorium.

An old-fashioned man was touching his chin and looking at the buildings around him, muttering something to himself.

Since he didn't have a VM on his arm, many players didn't pay much attention to him, although they were curious about him.

As we all know, NPCs without VMs can't claim quests normally.

“…… Since thwarting the invasion of the Chewy Bone Tribes on frontal battlefields, the morale and confidence of the survivors in the northern suburbs have reached their peak, and the prestige of local leaders has reached unprecedented heights, and a new group of survivors is emerging that could change the long-standing chaos of the northern suburbs. ”

"There is a lot of undeveloped land here, and there is enough labor, although the infrastructure is backward and there is no supporting industry to support it, but it is precisely because of this that there are huge business opportunities in it."

Shortly after Brother Fang published his "market research" on Boulder City at the forum, Liszt also completed his investigation of the area under the rule of Vault 404.

But he didn't use a small notebook.

Instead, use a portable flexible screen computer.

This kind of gadget is very convenient, usually when stored like a pen, when you need to use it only need to tear it like a scroll, you can also adjust the screen size according to the use habits.

This kind of high-end product, which integrates a large number of carbon-based optical components and electronic components, is not something that Boulder City is capable of producing.

Every year, however, merchants from the East Coast bring this rare band from the far-flung Ideal City.

“…… Yes, and the title of permanent partner of the company must be added. ”

This is what interests Liszt the most.

Just a few hours earlier, he had confirmed through his own channels that Vault 404 had indeed received that extremely rare honor—or "contract".

There are only two plains that run from east to west across the entire river valley province, and the northern one has been cut off by the Chewy Bone Tribe, and it is almost predictable that a large wave of caravans will pass through here this year.

Thinking of this, Liszt's face couldn't help but have a hint of anticipation.

If he can seize this historic opportunity, he will not be able to earn unimaginable chips in previous years, and his assets will grow rapidly like a rocket!

What's that word called?

Right!

Win-win!

"How's the research going?"

A familiar voice came from behind him.

Liszt turned his head and saw Chu Guang walking towards him, and said with his eyebrows fluttering.

"It's done! Surprisingly, the situation was much better than I expected, although there were many issues that needed to be addressed. For example, you don't have a steady supply of electricity, but to your credit, you actually built a steel mill out of the ruins. ”

Chu Guang said with a pleasant face.

"The problem of power supply will be solved by the end of the month, our engineers are already designing the power grid in the industrial zone and building a centralized thermal power station, is there anything else?"

"And the drainage system," Liszt pondered for a moment, then continued, "if you are going to let the caravans continue to settle with you next year, at least make sure that they don't step on bad things, such as excrement, when they walk down the streets." ”

Chu Guang was stunned.

it?

"Is there such a thing??"

Liszt coughed lightly.

"No...... I'm just giving you an example, after all, your new settlement already has 2,000 people, but I found that there are only five toilets that rely on manual manpower. It is true that locals can solve the problem of convenience in the fields, but what about foreign travelers? What about the merchants? And their guards, their retinues, and their servants, could not have gone to the fields in such a proper manner. ”

Chu Guang touched his chin.

"That's a problem, is there?"

"That's all for now?" Liszt hesitated for a moment and said, "However, these are all trivial matters, so I will say it casually, and you should not take it too seriously." ”

"There is no trivial matter in my place," Chu Guang shook his head and said solemnly, "This problem will be solved within a month." ”

Liszt was slightly surprised, then smiled and said.

"It seems that the northern suburbs have met a wise manager, so it's no wonder that people here are full of confidence in the future."

Chu Guang: "Thank you for the compliment." ”

Liszt: "It's not a compliment, it's a reality that I confirm with my eyes. My clients range from farmers like Brown, to landlords like your old rivals, to slave owners and mine owners in Red River...... Few people think of the problems of ordinary people as problems that need to be solved. From my point of view, I certainly want your residents to have a better life so that they can afford to buy my goods. ”

Clearing his throat, Liszt confidently continued.

"Perhaps, I should have more confidence in your future...... By the way, you seem to be short of farm machinery? I happen to know a factory owner who mainly makes engines and various power components, and he has a large number of agricultural machinery and firewood engines in his warehouse, and I also use his family's goods on my own plantations in the south, and the quality is very reliable. ”

"I can order a batch for you if you need it! For the sake of our friendship, I can give you a 10% discount. ”

It's okay to get a 10% discount.

And then the price you see is actually already discounted?

This guy didn't talk about it, Chu Guang almost forgot about it.

But now is not the time to catch up.

Chu Guang immediately asked.

"You have a plantation in the South?"

In order to show his strength to his partners, Liszt also did not hide it at all, and said with a smile.

"That's right, it's not just the plantation, I have a long-term contract with the local survivor settlement, the rubber produced belongs to me, the biomass oil goes to them, and I go there once a quarter with the necessities they need, and by the way, I buy some things that Boulder City needs. If you're interested, we can work with you as well. You provide the space and take care of the safety, and I provide the people to farm, and we can divide the output of the things fifty-fifty. ”

What made Chu Guang care was not his proposal, but the information he revealed in his proposal.

The southern part of Clear Springs seems to be in a better place to develop than here, with many of the merchants of Boulder City owning plantations and other industries there.

And there is a blind spot in their vision.

Maybe he should take advantage of the beginning of spring and take the opportunity of the resumption of trade routes to send a few people to touch the surroundings of Qingquan City.

Chu Guang thought for a moment and said.

"It sounds like a very attractive proposition, but we're going to use more efficient centralized farming for cash crops, so let's talk about the farm machines."

"No problem."

For Chu Guang's euphemistic refusal, Liszt was not surprised.

He walked around the northern suburbs and saw not a single slave, at most only prisoners of war, and it was clear that slavery was not prevalent in this survivors' settlement.

In fact, slavery was indeed an inefficient means of production compared to the mercenary system. Even with the same standard of living, the work enthusiasm of a freeman is significantly better than that of a slave.

Therefore, even in Boulder City, which recognizes the legitimacy of slaves, few factories will arrange slaves to work on assembly lines.

Chu Guang gave Liszt a list and purchased 10 "Iron Horse 60" pot camel machines.

Although this thing does not use any particularly advanced technology, it is a serious heavy equipment, and the price is naturally much more expensive than the small arms and legs of the KV-1 exoskeleton.

According to the data provided by Liszt, the total weight of this pot camel machine is about 500 kilograms, and the maximum power can provide 60 horsepower.

Compared with the 8~10 horsepower pot camel machine imitated and improved by players, and the common 20~30 type of legion light trucks, the pot camel machine with a weight of 500 kg that can provide a maximum of 60 horsepower is indeed a black technology.

Vault 404 does not lack light power equipment, but such heavy power equipment is still lacking.

Whether it is used in construction machinery or in land reclamation work, these equipment are enough to more than double the original efficiency.

Compared to the fuel engine, the benefits of this machine are obvious, it is easy to manufacture, simple to maintain, and the power used is ubiquitous, so it is quite popular in the wasteland.

However, the price is also quite expensive.

The unit price of a single one is a staggering 5,000 chips, which is equivalent to a hundred iron-barreled rifles, or 30 automatic rifles.

According to the price of 5,000 chips, if Chu Guang wanted to buy these equipment, he would need to pay 50,000 chips to Liszt.

Chu Guang naturally didn't have that many chips.

It is also impossible to give him so many "foreign exchange reserves".

But it doesn't matter.

It's a strange thing to pay directly, and bartering is the norm in the wasteland.

In the outpost's warehouse, there were hundreds of tons of spirit leaves, all of which had been cut from the greenhouse ruins.

After some bargaining, the deal was finally concluded with 10 pot camel machines for 1,000 kilograms of spirit leaves.

Although Liszt has repeatedly stated that a kilogram of spirit leaves for 50 chips is the price in Boulder, and it is not always possible to sell at this price.

He transported these goods back to Boulder City, and it was impossible for him not to make a single chip.

However, of course, Chu Guang would not believe his nonsense, and replied unceremoniously.

"5,000 chips and an iron horse 60 pot camel machine, isn't this also the price of Boulder City? And it's the price you quoted me. ”

"And I don't think that 1000 kilograms of spirit leaves can only be sold for 50 per kilogram in your hands, it's still winter, spirit leaves are summer crops, and the demand for the environment and soil is quite harsh, can you get so many goods from other places?"

"The pharmaceutical factories in Boulder City will beg you to sell them this shipment, just as you believe in my management skills, and I also believe that your business acumen must know what to do."

Chu Guang believed that Liszt would not be stupid enough to falsely report an outrageous price to himself, and affect the cooperation of millions for the sake of only 50,000 chips.

But he also didn't believe that Liszt gave himself the factory price.

Just like this guy himself said, this time and again, the straight-line distance on the map must be more than 40 kilometers, and the actual distance is even more than 100.

Both people and transport cost money.

He can't do charity.

"Management skills? It's a shame that you don't go into business! ”

Looking at the order in his hand, although there was still some money, Liszt couldn't help but whisper a complaint, and then put the order away silently.

Chu Guang smiled.

Hehe.

How do you know I haven't done it?

"I'll just think you're complimenting me."

Spirit leaves have a wide range of uses, can be made into tea, can be stuffed into cigarettes, can also be made into a calming effect, pain blunt more obvious spirit water, and strong pills, mintel, radiation suppressants, anti-radiation agents and all kinds of antibiotics are the most popular drugs in the wasteland.

Although not every mercenary has the habit of using fortifying drugs, even if the proportion is only one-third, it is quite a staggering market.

The amount of 1 ton should not be enough for the price to fluctuate significantly.

Considering that the caravan at the outpost had not yet been formed, Chu Guang made a slight concession on the price.

When the caravan is formed, he will earn the money himself.

"This shipment will be delivered within a week, and when my assistant returns, I will ask him to go again immediately! I didn't expect to see a large order of more than 10,000 chips in the northern suburbs, which is really strange...... It looks like the caravan will have to be expanded this year. ”

Speaking of this, Liszt's tone couldn't help but carry a hint of emotion.

I used to go all over the northern suburbs, and I made a lot of chips by picking and searching.

What is it like now?

You can make so much money in one sale.

And it's not just the chips, it's the resources behind it.

Maybe it won't be long before you can enter the inner city and live the high society life of your dreams.

Hearing Liszt's emotion, Chu Guang's heart suddenly moved.

"Do you need guards?"

Liszt, who was daydreaming, replied without thinking.

"Of course, there is always a shortage of good guards, and even if we occasionally hire mercenaries to make up the numbers, it is impossible to make the entire team count. The combat effectiveness of those mercenaries is uneven, and the quality is also very average, only a few mercenary groups are okay, and most of them are a little stronger than the marauders. ”

A bright smile appeared on Chu Guang's face.

"That's great."

Liszt was stunned.

“…… Sorry, I didn't understand, you mean? ”

Chu Guang cleared his throat and said seriously.

"I mean, in fact, in addition to providing quality products, we also provide logistics and security outsourcing."

"If your caravan needs an escort, I'm here to provide it!"

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