Chapter 184: The Lich's Ambition
With the official operation of the Mage Tower, Zuo Si once again lived a "otaku" life without leaving the door.
In addition to meeting with Bernard occasionally, receiving some ordered daily necessities and furniture, and by the way, giving the other party a design plan for the renovation of the Curved-necked Crane Hotel.
The rest of the time is basically not doing experiments, or helping a few other old mages who are about to reach the end of their lives to make life boxes.
It is important to know that not all arcane spellcasters have a high enough knowledge and skill to make magical items and strange objects.
Many people don't even meet the minimum requirements to make a Lich Crate.
But now, with Zuosi's help, the making of the life box has suddenly become easier.
They even only need to cast a few corresponding high-level spells on the half-finished life box, and they can easily obtain a life box of their own.
Then, during the ritual, he drinks a special poison that has been adjusted according to himself, and completes the whole process with strong willpower and desire to survive.
It can be said that Zuo Si, through the powerful ability of the creator, has simplified this originally complex and cumbersome process to an outrageous degree.
If you don't become a lich, you must have a minimum of lv11 casting level, otherwise it is impossible to successfully transform, and he can even make a lich transformation pipeline to create this undead creature caster in large quantities.
One by one, the people who had completed the transformation ritual were resurrected from their dead bodies, and the seven lichs finally gathered.
Counting Zuo Si, who is the leader, there are just eight people.
At this moment, they were sitting around a stone table in a secret room at the bottom of the tower, discussing plans for the future of the entire organization.
"Ladies and gentlemen. For the common good of all of us, I think we all share our treasured scrolls, spells, books, knowledge, and techniques. After all, Lord Soth had already shared the knowledge, techniques, and spells he had brought with him from another world, and there were even two books of spells with the Nine, Eight, and Seven Rings. β
Vanessa was the first to stand up and make a suggestion.
After all, to get to this point, everyone here has a little bit of "unique skills" and "hole cards".
If we can learn from each other and learn from each other, then everyone can benefit from it.
Jeffrey immediately nodded in agreement: "Good suggestion, I completely agree." After all, Lord Soth has shared so much valuable knowledge, and we can't afford to be too stingy. Later, I'll send over a transcript of all the books, notes, and scrolls from my library in the Wizard's Tower. β
"Isn't that a matter of course?"
"Me too!"
"And me!"
Several other lichs agreed.
Because they get so much more than they give, there is no reason to object at all.
Know that knowledge is not wealth, and the more you share, the less you will become.
Quite the opposite!
It will not become less, and it is possible that more people will learn it, and more knowledge will be created over time.
That's why, every spellcaster organization will find ways to increase its reserves in this area, spending a lot of money to hire adventurers, explore ancient ruins and tombs, and gather all the magical knowledge of ancient times. β¦
Seeing that everyone was so cooperative, Vanessa immediately nodded with satisfaction: "Very good, then this matter is settled." This brings us to the second topic, what should our organization be called. β
"Your Excellency, you are the leader, and I think you have the most say in this regard." Jeffrey set his eyes on Zuo Si, who was sitting on the main seat.
"Name? Well...... Since our goal is to collect all kinds of knowledge, technology, and other things related to magic, and we are keeping a low profile and secretive, we might as well call it the [Arcane Secret Magic Society]. β
After a little consideration, Zuo Si came up with a name that he could think of.
In fact, according to his original intention, he didn't even remember the name, and just called it "organization".
It can not only play a role in confusing the public, but also make it convenient to detain the basin on the heads of evil organizations such as the Santarin Society, the Shadow Thief, and the Worship Dragon Sect after something happens.
But unfortunately, if an organization does not even have a decent name, it is difficult to attract any talent.
"[Arcane Secret Magic Society]? Sounds pretty good. In the future, our organization will be called this name. β
Jeffrey was the first to agree.
Immediately after that, everyone else nodded their heads, obviously quite satisfied with the name.
With the name of the organization, Vanessa followed up and threw out the third question: "Your Excellency, what is the direction of our development at this stage?" β
"Where is it going?"
Zuo Si paused slightly, obviously never thinking about this question.
Seeing this, Vanessa immediately explained, "Although the main goal of the organization is to gather all kinds of knowledge, technology, and things related to magic.
But all of this costs a lot of money, and the study of magic requires a lot of valuable materials.
So we need to find ways to increase our income first.
Personally, I think the first step should be to use the Kingdom of Tessel as a base plate, and first unite to monopolize the arcane magic in this region, so that the local lords can rely on us to earn a lot of wealth.
The second step is to establish strongholds in coastal cities such as Myratma, Zazespo, Moulin, Wilen, and Askatra, and actively develop the area from the Racing Strait to the Nerainsel Islands, striving to completely conquer and control the pirates in this area.
At that time, even if you don't plunder merchant ships, you can still get a lot of money by collecting protection fees.
Moreover, many of the islands in the NΓ€lancer Islands are quite large in size, and they can be developed to build cities and villages.
In the third step, we use this island as a base for advancement, so that we can go north to fight the pirates of the Whalebone Islands for control of Sword Bay.
When we defeat and conquer the Whalebone Islands, we will be able to force the Arcane Brotherhood, who controls Luskan, the city of a thousand sails, to cooperate with us.
Then wait for the right moment to attack, defeat the Arcane Brotherhood in one fell swoop, and take everything they have.
By that time, the most prosperous trade routes on the west coast of the entire Feron continent will be under our control.
Whether it's the city-states of Waterdeep, Neverwinter, and Baldur's Gate, which depend entirely on maritime trade for their survival, or nations like Am, Tether, and Kalinshan that also rely on maritime trade to prosper, they must pay us taxes, play by the rules we make, and obey our will. β¦
In this day and age, whoever controls the seas is equivalent to controlling the important port cities and trade nodes along the coast, and can gain great wealth and power from them......"
it!
The Theory of Sea Power?
Zuo Si was instantly shocked.
Although he had long been aware that Vanessa was the only one of all the newborn lichs who showed a strong desire for power.
But I didn't expect that the other party would be able to formulate such a grand and highly executable plan.
Because whether it is the pirates of the Nerance Islands or the pirates of the Whalebone Islands, their ability to fight head-on is about the same as none for a powerful lich.
The latter can easily bombard the former with people and ships into slag.
What's more, there are two people who have the ability to control mind right now, one is the strange thing in Vermes's brain, and the other is Bernard's sister Isadora.
This means that it is entirely feasible to forcibly modify memories to bring together the otherwise loose and contradictory pirates.
As for the Arcane Brotherhood, it may be the one with more crotch stretches among all the spellcaster organizations in the entire Faren Continent.
The casting level of the leader, including the boss and several tower masters, is not high, and the infighting is more serious than that of the red-robed mage, and even the upper echelons often die from daggers from behind.
Therefore, Vanessa's idea of killing the Arcane Brotherhood and capturing Luskan, the city of a thousand sails, is not difficult to realize.
Anyway, the arcane mystic society is a group of lichs except for Zuo Si, so there is no need to worry about death at all.
As long as you carry out a few suicide sneak attacks at any cost to get rid of the other party's high-level, those low-level mages and apprentices below will soon collapse.
All that's left is to pick up the pieces and let the pirates, merchants, and townspeople of Luskan recognize their new rulers.
There is no doubt that the grand blueprint drawn by Vanessa is a great temptation for everyone present.
Because it doesn't need to collide head-on with powerful organizations with gods as the backstage, it's basically just picking up soft persimmons and pinching, and it can bring huge benefits.
Whether it's pirates or the Arcane Brotherhood, they all belong to the notorious villains who only applaud when they know that someone is trying to do it.
The risk is low and the reward is high, and even Zuo Si feels a little excited.
After touching his chin and pondering for a long time, he finally raised his head and said, "In principle, I agree to perform the first and second steps, and the third step will be put aside a little first. The environment in the Northlands is complicated, and until the attitude of the Alliance of Lords led by Waterdeep, Silvermoon, and Neverwinter is confirmed, it is not wise to attack the Arcane Brotherhood and Luskan. β
"Understood. Rest assured, I will be as low-key as you ask. β
After receiving an affirmative reply, Vanessa suddenly fell into ecstasy, while not hesitating to give assurances.
Because since he became a lich, he has completely lost his worldly desires, only an endless thirst for power, knowledge, and power.
Power, in particular, fills a strong sense of emptiness in the heart.
The direction of the organization's development was established, and the atmosphere became more and more enthusiastic.
Jeffrey even took the initiative to ask, "Your Excellency South, do you have anything to say about continuing to recruit members?" ββ¦
Zuo Si stretched out two fingers straightforwardly: "I only have two requirements."
First, at this stage, all core members must transform themselves into lichs, and the lifebox is in my custody. Other than that, everyone else is a peripheral member.
For peripheral members, they are not aware of the existence of the organization, but they can improve their status by performing tasks and serving the organization in exchange for corresponding rewards.
Once a member of the perimeter has proven his abilities and loyalty, he can apply to the Order, and I will help him complete the Lich Transformation Ritual.
In short, for core members, our principle is that there is no option to opt out.
But for the peripheral members, whether to join the core or opt out, is their own freedom. β
Jeffrey nodded thoughtfully, "Understood." In other words, our apprentices cannot join the core for the time being, but they can act as peripheral members of the organization. As for the old friends we know who are coming to the end of their lives, but are not willing to die like this, we can try to win them in. β
"That's right. Remember, just because you're all lichs doesn't mean you can act with impunity. β
Zuo Si solemnly admonished several lichs.
Because he knew that perhaps the newborn lich would retain some of the habits and ways of thinking of his life.
But over time, negative energy and undead instincts can cause them to lose their humanity. In the end, it only happens to be interested in what interests me, and the rest doesn't care about anything at all.
If slaughtering a city can get what they want, then those lichs who have lived for hundreds or even thousands of years will definitely not hesitate to do it, without thinking about the consequences.
Nowhere is this more evident than in Samast, the founder of the cult of the Byron.
Back then, when he fought with the Lord of Dawn, Luoshanda, the gap in hard power between the two sides had reached a point where it was impossible to make up for it.
But even so, the former did not hesitate to use his last hole card to attack the avatar of powerful divine power.
In the end, it was just a few drops of blood left by God, and he was instantly wiped out.
There are many people who believe that a person like Loshanda who came to incarnate in person but was injured by a mortal is simply a loss of face, and it can be called a "shame of the gods".
What's even more outrageous is that the blood of the gods that was shed was later collected by the priest as a kind of glory and displayed in the temple of the Lord of Dawn for worshippers.
But if you think about it from another angle, if you are an ordinary person, do you hope that the guardian spirit of faith can come down at a critical moment to save you from danger, or do you hope that he will be indifferent and let the tragedy happen?
The answer is obviously the former.
Almost everyone, in times of difficulty and danger, longs for a powerful and invincible hero or god to help them.
That's why clichΓ©s can resonate with people over and over again.
Regarding the grievances between Samastre and Loshanda, Zuo Si doesn't care, and he doesn't seem to make too many evaluations.
But he didn't want these guys, who had been transformed into lichs with his help, to become so crazy one day. β¦
"Understood!"
Vanessa took the lead and joined the other six lichs in a deep bow with one hand to their chests.
Seeing this scene, Zuo Si nodded with satisfaction: "Very good!" I hope you will be able to walk the talk. Finally, on this special day, I have one more good news to announce to you. β
"Oh? What's the good news? Jeffrey asked curiously.
Zuo Si replied meaningfully: "I'm sure you've all heard the rumors about my origins.
Now, what I want to tell you is that a small percentage of this rumor is true.
I do come from another magical world, and that world has no gods, and has developed both the Floating City and the brilliant magical civilization.
When the time comes, I will open the portal to one of the floating cities occupied by the undead and lead you to occupy it. β
"What? A world where there is no God at all? β
"A floating city full of undead creatures?"
"OMG! It's a necromancer's paradise! β
"Lord South. When you decide you want to open the portal, be sure to take me with you. β
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All of a sudden, all the lichs present went into madness.
Because in the history of the Faeron Continent, the floating city of Netherel and the magic lock created by the elven high mage are called two irreproducible miracles, representing the pinnacle of magical civilization.
When they heard that someone in another world had created a floating city, and that it was an ownerless thing that was overrun by the undead, they immediately wanted to grab it at all costs.
At that time, whether it is used as a secret base or as a weapon in war, it is definitely not comparable to just one or two mage towers.
In this way, with an exciting news, the first collective meeting of the core members of the organization finally came to an end.
Obviously, Zuo Si made these newborn lichs full of enthusiasm by drawing pies.
Now they are no longer servants who have to work hard to simply fulfill their agreements, or to have their lives held in the hands of others.
Rather, it is a group of partners who burst out with unprecedented enthusiasm for their own interests, and can enjoy huge dividends from the process of organizational growth.
After sending the group of lichs away one by one, Zuo Si, who had been busy for several days without taking a breath, took the time to come to the sofa in the lounge, and asked Vermes with a smile while stroking the shape-shifting cat pet cub who was lying on his lap and making a muffling sound, "How is it, are you still satisfied with the new nest I prepared for you?" β
"Not bad. Except for the demon bats and goblins who were a little noisy, everything else was fine. I have moved almost all my treasure into it, and the nest near Myratma will be completely abandoned. β
Vermes replied as he shoved the charred-looking steak into his mouth.
As an evil and brutal red dragon, her favorite food was tender and delicious young women, especially elves and half-elves.
But now he has been forced to change his tune and can only eat some fish, poultry and livestock meat.
As for baking until burnt, it was her own request. β¦
Because the red dragon is a dragon of the fire attribute, it prefers burnt food in terms of taste.
This white dragon likes to freeze food before eating, and the black dragon likes to bury the meat and rot and ferment it before eating.
"The goblins who were transformed into werewolves didn't make any trouble, did they?"
At the mention of goblins, Zuo Si immediately became interested.
Through experiments, he found that after being transformed into werewolves, goblins maintained a half-beast and half-human form, and their work efficiency was six times that of ordinary goblins, far exceeding the limits of most human labor.
And keeping this form, after dying, use necromancy to pull it up as a low-level zombie, which is also much stronger than ordinary goblin zombies.
Coupled with the advantages of good feeding, high fertility rate, and short growth cycle......
As long as it can solve the problems caused by its chaotic nature, it is simply the most ideal raw material for coolies and necromancy.
After the big goblin werewolf hunting team has been in the mountains these days, they have caught almost 800 goblins, all of which have been infected with bestiality and become werewolves.
Attempts are being made to militarize and train them in obedience.
Vermes shrugged his shoulders disapprerovingly: "Mess? A bunch of goblins can make a mess.
The goblin werewolves under your command will manage them with no effort.
However, this obedience is only superficial, and once the goblin werewolves leave, they will be in chaos again. β
"In other words, for the time being, we can only rely on violence and high-handed means......
Zuo Si touched his chin and frowned.
But soon, he came up with an idea, and immediately instructed the strange thing in the red dragon's mind: "Pick the most obedient ones from those goblins, and let them reproduce." As for the other goblins, they were all castrated and sterilized. I don't believe that after a few generations of this kind of artificial intervention, it is impossible to cultivate obedient goblins. β
When Vermes heard this, his whole person was speechless with his mouth wide open in shock.
Although she had long known that Zuo Si was a "ruthless person", she never expected that she would be so cruel that she completely regarded goblins as creatures like poultry and domestic animals.
"As you wish, master." The strange thing immediately responded.
In this way, those goblin werewolves who were left in the sewers at the bottom of the mage tower were decided by just a few words.
After eating the charred steak on his plate, Vermes quickly returned to the lower level of the Mage Tower, urged by the strange thing.
After probing the minds and memories of all the goblins, the strange thing quickly selected twenty male goblins and more than a hundred female goblins as samples for the manual intervention experiment.
The other goblins were castrated in less than an hour, without exception.
Because they are all werewolves, they have a strong ability to recover themselves, so they are also extremely rough when castrated, and they don't even bother to anesthetize, and the creepy screams and wails echo in the sewers, scaring the rats away.
Just as Zuo Si was about to go to the Wokin shopping mall area to relax, an envoy from the Council of Six suddenly came to visit and presented an invitation letter and a bill of exchange for a full 40,000 gold coins. β¦
After opening the invitation letter and looking at it twice, he immediately asked in a tone of uncertainty that "Let me go to Candlefort with the envoys to participate in the peace negotiations with Baldur's Gate?" β
"Yes, Your Excellency. The Council wants to use your name to scare the hillbillies into signing a treaty in Am's favor. Forty thousand gold coins are paid to you. The messenger replied with a smile on his face.
"What about time? When to go? Zuo Si followed and asked.
"Three days later. The envoys will be waiting for you outside the city gates. β
With that, the messenger touched his chest with one hand and bowed slightly, then turned and rode back to the administrative district.
Seeing the other party gradually disappear at the end of the street, Zuo Si showed a playful smile and muttered in a low voice: "It's really worthy of the business empire Am, and he even dares to use such a despicable trick that doesn't talk about martial arts." But it doesn't matter, I'm going to go to Candlecastle anyway. β
There is no doubt that this negotiation is aimed at resolving the border war that broke out between Baldur's Gate and Amm not long ago.
Or call it "Steel Havoc".
As the name suggests, this is a local conflict caused by steel trade frictions.
Among them, Am's army was killed and wounded by almost 4,000 men, while Baldur's Gate suffered 2,500 casualties.
As for the reason, of course, the Ammun merchants, who control the iron ore resources of Naxikai, are insatiable and want to raise the price of steel products in the Baldur's Gate area through hoarding and monopoly.
As a port city that also started with trade, where would the merchant class of Baldur's Gate suffer such a loss, and immediately put on a posture of attacking Naxikai to seize the iron ore.
Eventually, the two sides fought over the steel-producing town.
However, now, because the war is deadlocked, no one can take advantage of it, so the only way to solve the problem is through negotiations.
The idea of the six-member reviewer was simple, that is, to use the name of Talona, the goddess of poison and plague, to intimidate the representatives of Baldur's Gate.
The subtext is that if you don't budge, we're going to use a large-scale, indiscriminate attack like the plague.
As for why the negotiation venue was chosen in Candlefort, of course, Candlefort is an absolutely neutral place, established by the followers of Ogmar, the god of knowledge, and does not belong to the sphere of influence of either side.
Thinking about this, Zuo Si immediately began to count the little cash he had left.
These include the 70,000 gold coins obtained from selling poison to the Shadow Thief, the remaining 100,000 from the construction of the Mage Tower, and the more than 60,000 burial goods looted from the catacombs of the Crooked Neck Crane Inn......
All of them add up to more than 200,000 yuan.
Perhaps for those who just read books and consult materials, such a large amount of money cannot be spent.
But the problem is that Zuo Si rushed to directly copy all the books and scrolls in the entire Candle Castle from the beginning.
So this little money is far from enough.
"Damn! Building this mage tower really hollowed me out. It seems that I can only sell some magic items that I can't use for the time being. β
With that, he quickly counted a batch from the inventory and put it into the dimensional bag, then took the two summoned creatures and headed straight for the Wojin Mall area. β¦
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At the same time, in the sewers of the Wojin Mall district, Irenikas was standing in his newly established secret stronghold, staring at the fairy woman who had just crawled out of the jar and had a thrilling beauty, and her eyes burst out of two intense, complex and contradictory emotions of love and hatred at the same time.
"I ...... Who am I? The beautiful elven woman asked with a blank expression.
At this moment, she was naked all over her body, showing her graceful posture to the fullest.
"Your name is Alistar! It's my former lover. Irenikas said meaningfully.
"Ellie? Wife? Why can't I remember anything? The elf shook her head desperately trying to regain her memory.
But unfortunately, no matter what she did, she couldn't recall even the slightest bit of content, just like a newborn baby, and her past memories were all blank.
Irenikas slowly approached, grabbed the other party's face with both hands, kissed it directly with extremely aggressive movements, and then pressed the other party under him and frantically demanded it.
After more than ten minutes, when all the irrepressible strong impulses in his heart were vented, his whole person finally returned to his usual sanity and coldness again.
As for the woman on the ground, who was called Alistar, she had completely turned into a lifeless corpse at this moment.
Strangled to death, to be exact.
Irenikas didn't even glance at the corpse, and directly chanted a spell to release a six-ring [Dissociation], disintegrating it into a pile of meaningless dust on the spot.
The vampire Ba Di, who had been standing on the side and watching the show for a long time, couldn't help but smile and ask, "Why, my dear brother, can't you forget the elven queen who made us look like this?" β
"How could it be forgotten! The hurt and pain she caused me, I want a thousand, ten thousand times more revenge. No one can stop my vengeance, not even God. Irenikas said categorically.
"That's right! Revenge! We're going to make Sodenisra burn! Kill all the damned elves. Badi snarled bloodthirsty.
It is clear that the flame of hatred in the hearts of these two men is burning.
However, compared to Badi's susceptibility to the bloodthirsty nature of vampires, Irenikas seemed to be calmer and asked bluntly, "Did you get any results from what I asked you to investigate last time?" β
"Of course! The strange siphoning phenomenon was actually caused by a mage tower.
Its owner is a guy named Thos, who looks like a human boy of about ten years old.
However, his origins are not ordinary, he is not only the chosen person of Talona, the goddess of poison and disease, but also a visitor from another world.
What, do you want to hit his idea? β
Badi narrowed his eyes and cautiously probed.
"God's chosen people?"
Irenikas immediately frowned subconsciously when he heard the news.
Since he had only been sanctioned by a member of the Elven God Department not long ago, he was now both afraid of and eager to study the creature of God.
"Want me to plan an ambush against Thos?" Badi asked meaningfully. β¦
Irenikas was obviously hesitating, and only nodded lightly for about half a minute: "Of course! However, we can't take action in this ambush ourselves, let alone expose our own existence. β
"What do you mean...... Employing the Emerald Society? β
Badi immediately understood something, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly to form a chilling smile.
"That's right! Promise some knowledge, technology, and magic scrolls for the high-ranking members of the Emerald Society to do their bidding. Whether we succeed or fail, we can hide in the shadows and take the opportunity to gather some information about this voter. β
Irene Kars was straightforward about what she thought.
As a powerful mage from outside, not long after he came to the Ascatra Lower Legion to establish a stronghold, he came into contact with this underground organization dedicated to overthrowing the Masked Mage Guild.
Even the large amount of alchemy and experimental equipment around was secretly transported by the other party through various channels.
The purpose of the Emerald Society is simple, that is, to win over this powerful mage, find an opportunity to launch a surprise attack to kill the masked mage's high-level, and weaken his control over Am.
Unfortunately, these poor fellows don't know that Joan Irenikas is not interested in toppling the monopoly of the Masked Mage's Guild.
Just using the Emerald Society as a tool to be used, as if he was also using the Shadow Thief.
"Understood. I'm going to negotiate with the people of the Emerald Society right now, and I'm sure they won't refuse. β
After saying this, Badi instantly turned into a bat and flew quickly in the narrow passage, and soon disappeared into the darkness.
Seeing the vampire leave, Irenikas turned around and glanced at the dozens of huge glass jars behind him that were more than a person tall, as well as the clones of the elven queen Alistar in the jars, and a cruel smile appeared on his face, awakening one of them again.
Torture!
Mistreat!
Vent!
In this way, he was satisfying his twisted and sick desires.
Because if he didn't, Irenikas would be completely consumed by the madness that was expanding within.
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However, Zuo Si obviously didn't know that he was being targeted again, and was bargaining with several adventurers who wanted to buy magic weapons and armor in the adventurer's market.
"Fifteen thousand gold coins! That's the lowest price I can give.
Look at the blue scales on this armor, it's made of blue dragon skin, which will help you absorb most of the lightning damage.
It also blesses the permanent [Evil Protection], which allows the wearer to gain more advantages when dealing with enemies in the evil faction. β
Zuo Si flickered while carrying the armor he had made of the leather of the blue-footed dragon snake in his hand.
Yes!
He sells the armor of the snakeskin of the blue-footed dragon as the skin armor of the blue dragon.
Anyway, most people have never seen a blue dragon, and they can't tell the difference between dragon scales and blue-footed dragon snake scales.
Coupled with the fact that both have strong lightning resistance, the likelihood of being debunked is low.
This is especially true if the customer doesn't even have a caster on their team.
What's more, in the business empire Am, such a propaganda method is used by almost all merchants.
For example, the stall owner next to him is boasting that his weapons and armor are made by dwarven craftsmen. β¦
But in fact, Zuo Si had just seen him stock in a human-run blacksmith shop more than half an hour ago.
"Damn! Fifteen thousand gold coins is too expensive! β
The man who looked to be around thirty years old and had short black hair couldn't help but complain.
But the female companion standing next to him comforted: "But this armor is worth it, isn't it?" Even though I'm not a tanner, I can tell it's well-made and has defense comparable to the strongest bust of armor. Coupled with the resistance to lightning, it will definitely keep you safe in future adventures. β
"Al-well, well, I'll pay."
The man sighed slightly, and reluctantly took out a stack of money orders from his backpack and handed them to Zuo Si.
Then, without saying a word, he took off the metal armor on his body and put the blue-footed dragon snake armor shining with a blue glow on his body.
After moving his hands and feet slightly, a look of surprise suddenly appeared on his face, and he exclaimed: "Unbelievable! This armor did not affect the movement of the joints in the slightest. β
"Of course! As I told you at the beginning, all the weapons and armor here are pure and fine. As the saying goes, you get what you pay for, and expensive naturally has its expensive reason. β
Zuo Si, who had made a lot of money, was satisfied and stuffed the bill of exchange into his satchel.
He now finally understood the joy of Elsa, the merchant of magical items in Port Carlin.
Because the armor sold just now, except for the skin of the blue-footed dragon snake, which is relatively valuable, it is about 3,000 gold coins, and the rest of the cost is basically negligible.
In addition, during the production process, with the creator's special ability, it didn't even take five minutes in total.
For those parts of the joints that are difficult to handle in the eyes of other leather craftsmen, Zuo Si only needs to shape them a little.
And this kind of armor, every time it is sold, it can net more than 10,000 gold coins, which is faster than robbery.
The man smiled wryly and nodded, "Okay, I have to admit that you have a point. By the way, do you have any good weapon recommendations here besides armor? β
"Weapons? It depends on what kind of weapon you're good at. I have here two-handed greatswords, longswords, half-handed swords, one-handed axes, two-handed axes, spears, javelins, war hammers, compound bows, ......"
Zuo Si pointed to the various weapons placed on the stall and introduced them one by one.
You don't have to ask to know that all he sells are out-and-out magic weapons.
Among them are captured trophies, as well as works made in their leisure time just to verify certain magical techniques or brain holes.
"Well, I'm personally good at using a sword. If you can, it's best to inflict fire or acid damage. The man was quick to make a request.
"Flames and strong acids? Are you going to deal with trolls? Zuo Si asked with a little curiosity.
The woman smiled and replied, "That's right." We've been tasked with going to the Troll Mountains to the west of the Viper Forest, and we're in need of a magic weapon that can kill trolls with infinite regenerative abilities. β
"I see. Then my dragon solemnly recommends this sword of acid fire to you. When it hits an enemy, it not only deals additional strong acid damage, but also has a chance to unleash a hot tongue of fire up to one meter long. Definitely the ideal weapon to use against trolls. ββ¦
As he spoke, Zuo Si picked up a long sword glowing with an emerald green glow from the stall and handed it to the other party.
Without saying a word, the man swung it vigorously twice, and immediately sensed the magical power attached to the sword body and hilt, and immediately asked in a very nervous tone, "How much does this sword cost?" β
"It's not expensive, it only needs to be the same price as the armor just now."
Zuo Si curled the corners of his mouth and showed a smile that made everyone in this adventure team feel creepy.
As soon as he heard the number fifteen thousand, the expression on the man's face instantly froze, and then he carefully put the sword in his hand back to the stall, and said with a wry smile: "I'm sorry, I can't afford this weapon with the money I have left." β
"It doesn't matter if I don't have enough cash, I can also use gems, books, scrolls, and other loot from my adventures."
Zuo Si generously proposed a solution.
In fact, he had long seen that the adventure team in front of him was very strong, and there must be valuable loot on it.
Otherwise, the average adventuring party can't afford expensive magical equipment.
"Oh? Are you sure? I've got a book found in the ruins here, and you can see how much it's worth. β
As he spoke, a small dwarf thief next to him took out an old book from his backpack with a badly damaged cover and looked a little old.
Zuo Si took it and carefully cast a three-ring magic [Arcane Vision], and immediately looked at the black-red arcane aura emitted from the book.
There is no doubt that this is a magic book that is extremely filthy and evil.
Although the concealment is very good, there is nothing to hide in front of the [Arcane Vision].
When you open the content inside, all you see are all kinds of mysterious symbols arranged in a mess, and even after watching it for a long time, it will produce symptoms of numbness in the hands and feet, dizziness, and nausea.
In the eyes of people who don't understand magic at all, it's a worthless book, and it's hard to even wipe your butt paper.
But in Zuo Si's eyes, these chaotic symbols were reordered in just a few seconds, forming one terrible sacrifice and summoning ritual after another written in the Abyssal language, and even the names of some powerful demons.