Creating a Sandbox World Chapter 82: The food crisis of the sea people

On the desert island, facing Lin Tuo's questioning, this sea clan captain who called himself "Peya" immediately explained.

　　 Things are also very simple.

　　According to Peya, the sea people have lived on this stormy sea for generations, and the entire vast sea is their home.

　　 It’s just that with the gradual expansion of human footprints, the living area of ​​the sea people has gradually shifted from the vicinity of the "Nine Dalian Island" in the center of the two continents to a deeper place.

　　 occasionally encounter humans on weekdays.

　　 But because they were unable to communicate, in the early years, after trying and failing to contact them, the sea clan gradually instinctively avoided humans, and the understanding between the two clan was limited to the "legendary" stage.

　　 Compared with the chaos of human society, the life of the sea people is simpler and many times more monotonous.

　　 The entire ethnic group, every individual, from birth, will master the "racial talent", similar to the wizard's ability.

　　 However, the abilities of the sea races are exceptionally unified. Compared with the complex and changeable abilities of the wizards, each sea race has almost the same talents.

　　 That is "water element magic".

　　 can arbitrarily change the form of the water element to achieve all kinds of wonderful effects.

　　 These bubbles on the ground are one kind.

　　Because of this bug ability, the sea clan has no natural enemies. Daily life is to find food, sunbathe, explore the ocean, and collect interesting items.

　　 However, they also have problems.

　　The biggest problem is the annual "food crisis".

　　According to Peia, once every year in spring, a frantically multiplying fish that is the biggest source of food for the marine people will migrate towards the mainland as a whole.

　　恩, can be understood as a seasonal migration behavior similar to "migratory birds".

　　 And the migration of these fishes will cause the entire sea people to fall into a food crisis that lasts for 2-3 months. Generally speaking, they will reserve food in advance to survive this period.

　　 But because of some accidents last season, the entire ethnic group’s reserves of food were seriously insufficient. It is foreseeable that everyone will go hungry in the next few months.

　　 According to the usual practice, every time such a situation is encountered, the ethnic group will hold a "begging sacrifice" to worship the gods and pray for food. In the legend of the sea people, the gods love humans.

　　 Therefore, in order to please the gods, each time the sacrificial offerings, the Sea Clan will collect as much human-related creations as possible as sacrifices.

The squad led by 　　Peia is one of many teams sent out to collect sacrifice materials.

　　……

　　"Respected human wizard, we also accidentally discovered the books piled up on this island. At first, we did not dare to move, but after observing for a long time, no trace of humans was seen around, so... so... "

　　 Speaking of this, this sea clan named Peya is obviously a little embarrassed.

　　 "Is that so..." Lin Tuo showed his eyes, and even if Xuan did not threaten them, he smiled, "It seems that it is really a misunderstanding."

　　 "Yes! Yes!" A group of Sea Clan chicks nodded like pecking rice, and the frantically flapping tails also stopped.

　　 seemed to show their sincerity. They also waved their hands at the same time, as if sensing something. Then, the billowing blisters disintegrated into water droplets one after another, meaning the things returned to their original owners.

　　Originally, things can end here, but Lin Tuo thought about it, but didn't let them go, but slowly said:

　　"Speaking of it, this is the first time I have visited the depths of the storm sea, and I am quite curious, especially for you, I am the first to know about the festival of ‘begging for food’.

　　Can you elaborate on it, is it possible that offering sacrifices to gods can really get food? "

　　 This aspect is out of curiosity in my heart.

　　 In addition, because of the "Nightmare", Lin Tuo is now more sensitive to these "gods".

　　 "Ah, speaking of this... it's actually not very good." The misunderstanding was cleared, and Peya's expression became much more relaxed, and he explained seriously, "This festival originated from a legend of my family.

　　 It is said that thousands of years ago, when the people were in a state of chaos, food would come down in the sky at a fixed time every day... That was a gift given by the gods to protect our weak ancestors. "

　　 "However, I have participated many times, but it is not very spiritual. Some old people say that it is because the eyes of the gods have gone, and the small sea people cannot attract his attention..."

　　 At this point, the expression on Peia's face has also become lowered, and her two wing-like ears have also drooped softly.

　　"..." On the other side, Lin Tuo listened to this with mixed emotions.

　　 However, the low expression lasted only a few seconds, and Peya became excited again:

　　"But this year is very different."

　　 "Oh? Why?" Lin Tuo asked curiously.

　　Peia said seriously: "Because just yesterday, we heard the voice of the gods again. Although we didn't understand what he said, it at least proved that he did not really leave."

　　"Originally, the food begging festival was held a few days later, but the patriarch said that this was a rare opportunity for thousands of years.

　　 Taking advantage of the god’s gaze to cast his eyes on this world again, perhaps, this begging offering can attract his attention... That’s why we came out so urgently to collect sacrifices. "

　　 No wonder... it's still my own pot.

　　 That is to say, how could it be so coincidental, just choose a day to come in, and hit the festival again, when the sandbox No. 1 came to catch up with the ceremony of worshipping the gods, this time I came to the sea and encountered the "begging for food."

　　 It turned out that the date of the event was temporarily changed.

　　唔, it's all here, isn't it appropriate to be empty-handed... Do you want to help them?

　　 Turning these thoughts, Lin Tuo looked at Peya, who was fighting spirit and expectation, and smiled:

　　 "Very interesting knowledge, I don't know when the food festival will be held? Can I observe it?"

　　 "Of course! The patriarch loves human knowledge. If I know that there is a powerful wizard who can talk to us to participate in the festival, I would be very happy."

　　 Peia excitedly said: "The festival will be held at noon tomorrow, and the location is on a nearby sea. If you are convenient, you can go underwater with us and watch the ceremony in advance."

　　"No, I still have something to deal with, so I won’t bother.

　　 However, I am really interested in the begging festival. As of tomorrow, I will stay on this island. If it is convenient, tomorrow morning, can I ask you to lead the way? "

　　 Lin Tuo smiled and said ~IndoMTL.com~As for entering the water...to enter the gathering place of these sea races... forget it.

　　 Although I am really curious about their level of civilization development, the problem is that Lin Tuo is not good at water... I can’t put on a diving suit and carry an oxygen tank on his back, right?

　　恩, maybe these sea people can do it, but it will only increase the danger. Even if these lives seem harmless to humans and animals, they should not be taken lightly.

　　 Once underwater, the body is too late to rescue if it encounters danger.

　　 Therefore, to be cautious, Lin Tuo politely declined.

　　 "That's it, it's okay! The patriarch will definitely welcome you, well... If there is an accident, I will tell you tomorrow."

　　 Peia agreed happily, then reacted and added another sentence.

　　 After saying goodbye, the two sides said goodbye to each other. This sea clan team swam across the beach with their tails, thumped and jumped into the sea, and quickly disappeared.

　　……

　　 "huhuhu..."

　　 watched the other party leave, and finally Lin Tuo was the only one left on this desolate island.

　　The salty sea breeze blows from a distance, and the waves slap against the beach.

　　 Lin Taku walked away for a while, and then temporarily left the matter behind, and if the sacrifice is held tomorrow, there is still plenty of time.

　　In contrast... he silently gathered bags and boxes of books on the ground, and then dragged a warm and round stone and sat down.

　　 "Well, let me concentrate on sorting out the books next, let me see... what was the first one to be selected..."

　　 whispered, Lin Tuo flexibly opened the button of the wooden box beside his feet with his fingers, looked at the slightly messy thick-skinned books, and took out a random book from it:

　　"Basic Magic Lecture Notes"