Overgeared Chapter 790:
Chapter 790
The Hwan Kingdom’s national wood . The White Phosphorus Tree, also known as the Eternal Tree, was burned as firewood . The overwhelming momentum of the flames instantly filled the smithy .
‘His Majesty has started working!’
The attention of the blacksmiths concentrated on Grid . The blacksmiths knew that the person who could control the flames, heat, and temperature so completely was only Grid since Khan died .
'Khan’s latter years . ’
‘He dealt with the flames as brilliantly as His Majesty . . . ’
The eyes of the blacksmiths reddened as they started reminiscing .
“Kraugel, there are three options . ”
Grid took out a hammer and anvil and started to explain to Kraugel .
"First of all, if you have a specific item you want then give me the production method . Then I will learn the design and make the item for you . You already know right? The performance of the items I make is higher than that shown in the design . ”
From Grid’s standpoint, it was a great benefit because he could acquire new designs for free .
"Secondly, you can leave the design entirely to me . In this case, I will make items based on the production methods I already have . ”
“It’s really wonderful . ”
"That's right . In this case, you can have something created by a legendary blacksmith . ”
“Of course I . . . ”
Kraugel was interested in the second way . It was a natural choice since he knew the power of the sword weapons that Grid used . But Grid gave him a third option .
“No, listen to my words . ”
Grid interrupted Kraugel’s mouth and thought about Khan . How much help did he get from Khan every time he made a new item? In particular, Khan’s opinions were great when making new items . The best blacksmith that Grid respected helped Grid with his knowledge and insight . Khan thought about what materials should be used for newly created items, what characteristics should be included and so on .
Now the role that Grid wanted Kraugel to play was Khan’s role . Grid wanted Kraugel’s knowledge . Grid was convinced he would be a great help in making the strongest sword .
“Kraugel, what do you think is the ideal shape for a sword?”
“ . . . ?”
“Tell me . I will realize your ideals with my skills . "
“ . . . This is the third way?”
“Yes . ”
Duguen!
Kraugel’s heart thumped as he met Grid’s eyes . His Swordsmanship Creation skill passed through his head . Since he had a unique skill that could create new sword techniques, the blacksmith Grid would have an item creation skill .
Kkuok .
Kraugel formed fists to calm his trembling body .
"In the history of the Overgeared King . . . My name will be part of your history that will be worshipped in later generations . Is it okay?”
It was a very prudent question . Kraugel had met many people and he knew that people clung to their feats as they rose higher . They wanted to keep other people from appearing in their feats .
Grid’s answer was simple . “Is it okay? Is that a question? It isn’t okay, it’s an honor . ”
Grid remembered . At the time of the Belial raid, he saw Kraugel learn Piaro’s technique . It was the best tribute that Kraugel could show to Piaro . Now Grid was paying homage to Kraugel .
"The best blacksmith will make the best sword with the best swordsman . Won’t another great legend be born?”
“ . . . ”
“Let’s make it together . The strongest sword . The best legend . ”
Undefeated King Madra fought for his kingdom all his life but in the end, he lost his head to his son . Pagma betrayed a friend due to his sense of duty to save the world and contracted with a great demon . Braham realized the absurdity of the world and despised his own people, but after he became a human, Braham was betrayed by his friend because he was a vampire .
The tales of the legends that Grid knew were all sad and vilified . Grid didn’t want to be like them . Kraugel was the same .
" . . . It’s a great honor . ”
“Okay . Then let's begin . " Legendary Blacksmith’s Creation . ”
[Legendary Blacksmith’s Creation]
You can create three equipment item production methods every time the skill level of the ‘Legendary Blacksmith’s Craftsmanship Skill’ goes up .
Number of items that can be created at present: 9/24 . ]
* When items are produced using this skill, the name of the creator is automatically placed on the item .
Jiing-
A blank blueprint appeared in front of him .
"I think the ideal sword using the knowledge of a Sword Saint . . . ”
The blueprint had a huge black space .
"It’s different from person to person, but it’s generally a heavy sword . It’s the easiest to use in terms of width, length, and weight, thus having high utility . Considering all the variables . It’s the least inconvenient to use . ”
“Really? I thought it was a long sword . In fact, the Enlightenment Sword is a long sword . It is a sword that emits black flames . ”
"Have you ever used a heavy sword?”
"I don’t like it . I’ve always used a greatsword or a long sword . . . ”
" . . . Well, as I said, the ideal form is different for each individual . In the first place, it might be arrogant to discuss an ideal form . When cutting fruit, a knife is the best . When walking through a jungle, a machete is the best . There are differences depending on the application . ”
The experiences and knowledge of a Sword Saint combined with the knowledge and skills of the legendary blacksmith .
"But universally, a heavy sword is better in combat? Are there any other special features?”
“No . ”
"Do you intend to add another option by giving the sword a distinct shape?”
"Like the shark that is part of Failure?”
“Yes . ”
"If you don’t know, the basic form of the sword is good . It is more important to have the balance of the sword be even than to have the center of gravity to one side . ”
“The answer is correct . This is why the cross section of the sword is a diamond shape . ”
"Section?"
"The cutting surface you see when you cut with the sword . The balance is important so a perfect diamond as the cutting surface is preferred . On the other hand, I prefer a hexagon or octagon . ”
"I don’t know anything about these details . "
"You don’t know about me . ”
“ . . . ?”
“I’m a legendary blacksmith . Even if I put special decorations on the blade, I can perfectly balance it . I can do it with my skills . So tell me what you are thinking . What features do you want?”
“This is interesting . . . ”
Buzz buzz .
The blacksmiths gathered near Grid and Kraugel started to make a disturbance . It was surprising that a black-eyed man with a good face was sharing his thoughts with their king .
“This . . . ?”
The four biggest blacksmiths from Pangea, including White, were the most surprised . They remembered that Kraugel was the ‘Little Hero’ of Pangea . The Kraugel they remembered was a great warrior . Yes, he wasn’t a blacksmith . Nevertheless, Grid was listening to Kraugel’s opinions .
‘Why?’
Was he qualified to replace Khan’s vacancy? The blacksmiths questioned it .
"He is a saint with a sword . ”
“ . . . ?”
“The first Sword Saint after Muller . ”
“ . . . !!”
The youngest blacksmith, Panmir, announced the true identity of the black-eyed man . The stir was huge . The blacksmiths were astounded as they saw a prominent figure in a totally unexpected place . As they were at a loss for words, Panmir gave his opinion .
"Wouldn’t the two of them make the best sword in history?”
No one was able to reject Panmir’s opinion . The expectations about what sword would be born from the combined knowledge, experiences, and techniques of the legendary blacksmith and Sword Saint were great .
“But . . . ” White was feeling admiration when he felt a sense of incongruity and asked, "Panmir, have you gathered all the firewood for today?”
“ . . . I will go and come back to see His Majesty’s sword . ”
It was very sad . Panmir pouted . He was the youngest blacksmith in the smithy despite being the 1st ranked blacksmith .
***
Over three hours . This was the time it took Grid and Kraugel to coordinate their opinions . They finally finished the shape of the sword . Now all that was left were the materials .
"The Blue Dragon’s Breath and White Tiger’s Breath . . . ”
Grid confirmed the two breaths that Kraugel had .
“Will the sword use the Blue Dragon’s Breath? Then I have to use a mineral compatible with the lightning attribute . ”
“No, I want my sword to contain the White Tiger’s Breath . ”
“What?” Grid was confused . “Isn’t the white tiger of the earth attribute?”
The earth attribute was related to a higher defense . It was common for the earth attribute to create options for a higher defense . Meanwhile, the lightning attribute was good for speed and power . Generally, it gave options for increasing attack power . In other words, the breath most suitable for a weapon was the blue dragon, not the white tiger .
"Why are you using a white tiger breath for your weapon? Isn’t it better for armor? Shouldn’t you use the White Tiger’s Breath for armor?”
"No, this adamantium that I gathered is for armor . The Blue Dragon’s Breath will be attached to the boots to increase the overall speed . "
"But still . Isn’t it hard to expect overwhelming attack power if you attach the White Tiger’s Breath to the weapon? Shouldn’t a weapon have high attack power? Look at the blueprint . You can expect to have additional defense options just from the form of the sword . But you want to increase your defense even more?”
"Just as speed is linked with power, weight is also directly linked to power . For example, Chris’ 1,000 ton Sword . ”
“ . . . Ah . ” Grid’s common sense was broken . "Minerals with the earth attribute are generally harder and heavier . . . Do you think you can use that weight to exert a higher attack power?”
"Yes, I believe that if the White Tiger’s Breath is used well, you can complete the best sword that combines high attack power and defense . ”
"That’s a possible interpretation . ”
If he looked at magic as an example, the power of earth magic wasn’t very weak . In particular, magic of the stone crushing series was very powerful .
“A weapon with the earth property . . . ”
A smile crossed Grid’s face . Once he heard Kraugel’s words, he wondered about the results of earth-based weapons .
‘It will be easy to name the item . ’
A sword with strong earth attributes . A sword made of stone . Then he would try it .
“Okay . Let’s finish the Stone Sword . ”
‘Stone Sword?’
What was the Stone Sword? A chill went down Kraugel’s spine .
Overgeared Guild, Overgeared Kingdom, Overgeared King . . . Grid’s naming sense was the worse .
"Wait a minute, Grid . "
"The material will be stone . We can sometimes replace it with bloodstone . ”
The mass production of the sword . A sword made of stone would be ideal for the Overgeared Kings while the version made of bloodstone would be ideal for Grid and the Overgeared members . Yes, from the time that he asked Kraugel to cooperate with the item creation, Grid was aiming to improve the overall strength of the kingdom . Imagine the Overgeared Knights and the soldiers using a sword designed by a Sword Saint . It would be overwhelming .
“The name of the item . ”
“Hey Grid . . . ”
“Stone Sword . ”
“ . . . ”
Kraugel couldn’t understand Grid’s naming sense . He should be glad of one fact . There was room for various modifiers to be added to the items that Grid produced . Yes, the name of the sword used by Kraugel in the future wasn’t likely to be a simple Stone Sword . Especially when it was a sword with the White Tiger’s Breath attached .
However, Kraugel didn’t know this fact and was filled with deep despair .