novelraw Chapter 620 419: Wet Snow and Ice Layers, Preparing Anti-Slip Ground Spikes
Chapter 620 419: Wet Snow and Ice Layers, Preparing Anti-Slip Ground Spikes
Beads of sweat dripped down from his forehead, running down both sides to his chest.
This appearance looked somewhat comical and out of place.
Yet it showcased the rugged and untamed nature of the Dwarf Uncle.
Two robust blacksmith apprentices were assisting nearby.
These apprentices were recruited as farmers using Recruitment Scrolls of Rare Talent Level exchanged by Zong Shen with points in the past.
They were also the talent Zong Shen had specially reserved for the future development of the territory.
Indeed, farmers are the weakest basic population in the territory.
But they are also highly valuable for cultivation as all-purpose population.
These two blacksmith apprentices, after a few days of study.
The information prefix before their name had changed from "Farmer" to a semi-gray "Blacksmith Apprentice."
Since they were directly summoned by the Recruitment Scroll, their level had all reached the fixed standard of Lv10.
Compared to farmers like Er Gou and San Pang, they are also easier to cultivate.
San Pang is considered a relatively disciplined farmer, even with daily training during this period, he only reached Lv8.
Furthermore, Zong Shen also discovered that during the process of learning forging by these two Blacksmith Apprentices, not only did their information prefix change, but their Experience Value also showed a slight increase.
At the same time, their Strength Attribute had increased by two to three points from the original state.
This indicates that professional learning not only allows for gaining Experience Value but can also affect attributes.
Besides training through battle and at the Training Ground, professional cultivation can also level up.
However, among these choices, the most efficient one is still battle.
Zong Shen stood silently at the doorway watching.
The hammering sound of forging iron drowned out the tracks of the Burden-Bearer Mecha.
With complete concentration, one wouldn't be distracted by other matters.
The Dwarf Uncle was forging iron, and the two apprentices were not idle either.
One apprentice was processing some monster materials and minerals like copper and iron.
The other apprentice was handling a sword billet that had just been forged, proceeding with a second quenching.
The two blacksmith apprentices, along with the Dwarf Uncle, formed a perfect cycle of forging.
The Dwarf Uncle personally handled the most challenging forging tasks.
While the blacksmith apprentices acted as assistants.
If they wanted to forge by themselves, they would need more time for learning and adaptation.
Zong Shen leaned against the doorframe, observing with interest for over ten minutes.
It wasn't until the Dwarf Uncle finished the first hammering of the sword billet that he paused for a moment.
Waiting for the apprentice to take out the sword billet which had undergone second quenching.
The Dwarf Uncle put down the forging hammer and wiped the sweat off his face.
Just as he was about to instruct one of the apprentices,
he caught sight of Zong Shen standing at the door out of the corner of his eye.
The dazzling sunlight made Zong Shen appear like a god descending.
"Ha!"
"My lord, why have you come?"
The Dwarf Uncle was already in a state of full loyalty to Zong Shen.
Upon seeing Zong Shen, he quickly walked to the door.
With his stout body slightly bowed, he greeted Zong Shen delightedly after saluting him.
"I came to check on your situation."
"I also have a new task for urgent forging."
Zong Shen took a few steps forward calmly, stepping out of the sunlight.
Standing beside the Dwarf Uncle, he placed a hand on his broad shoulder.
"What would you like us to forge, my lord?"
The Dwarf Uncle inquired eagerly.
During his time in the territory, he lived a fulfilling and happy life.
He devoted himself to forging and work, re-finding solace.
He let go of the past filled with regrets and remorse.
The fact proves that a busy and fulfilling life is more effective than fine wine in forgetting troubles.
Focusing on work can divert negative attention.
"I need you to urgently produce a batch of Anti-Slip Ground Spikes."
"Similar to the Rabbit Fur Boots, which can be worn on the feet."
"Set four to six groups of metal spikes below."
"Each group should correspond to two spikes, with lengths of three to five centimeters."
"The chains should be strong enough to ensure they don't fall off during movement in battle."
"For the size, just design it as a universal fit."
"They don't need to exceed the shoe surface, just making sure the spikes can press into the ice layer."
"The chain should use an adjustable tightening structure so it can be manually regulated."
Zong Shen softly laid out his requirements.
In response to possible future weather changes,
Zong Shen decided to produce a batch of Anti-Slip Ground Spikes to wear on War Boots.
To reduce the impact of wet snow and ice layers on movement.
So, when the Commander Level Yeti appears, it won't hinder the warriors' battles.
Including the potential need for future expeditions.
Such anti-slip equipment will be necessary.
"I understand, my lord. Making such anti-slip spikes isn't complicated."
"I happened to have made some commonly used molds recently."
"We should be able to produce thirty pairs by noon today."
"If we work overtime to arm all the warriors in the territory, it should be completed by noon tomorrow."
The Dwarf Uncle glanced at the workbench, replying earnestly and straightforwardly.
Like those Green-skinned Orcs, dwarfs are also stubborn and straightforward creatures.
They aren't good at lying; this honesty translates to being down-to-earth in work.
The conclusion he gives has no false information.
Zong Shen nodded approvingly with a smile.
"Well then, I'm counting on you, Dwarf Uncle."
"There will be special meals provided for lunch and dinner today."
"Additionally, besides the Anti-Slip Ground Spikes for the warriors, "
"I also need a batch designed for wolf paws and horse hooves."
"Not too many, I need 24 sets of the wolf paw type, which is 96 pieces."
"For the horse hoof type, just 12 sets, which is 48 pieces."
"At least 30 to 40 pairs of the warrior ones need to be rushed first."
"These are the prioritized quantities and types needed."
"After making for the warriors, then make the ones for wolf paws and horse hooves."
Once the numbers are enough, continue to produce Anti-Slip Ground Spikes needed by other warriors.
After praising, Zong Shen urgently supplemented with the details.
It would be best to rush out the first batch by noon.
This way, they could cope leisurely with the opening of the second phase.
Once, after meeting the territory's demands.
The rest could be put up for sale.
Zong Shen had no doubt that this item could definitely become a bestselling item.
Furthermore, since it was personally forged by the dwarf Uncle in the territory,
the cost was merely some Resource Materials and the Dwarf Uncle's time.
The profit margin within was still considerable.
The Dwarf Uncle listened to Zong Shen's tone and knew this was a rush job.
He didn't hesitate, letting the two apprentices take out the iron billets from the wind furnace and the sword billets after a second quenching.
From the workbench, he found the previously made row mold of split open iron rings.
A mold line could simultaneously produce dozens of iron rings with open gaps, finger-sized.
Additionally, there were some molds of different shapes.
These molds were made with repeatedly forged steel.
Strengthened with the power of Rune Magic.
They can withstand the temperature of ordinary molten iron.
For Uncle Copperbeard·Wine Fire, who possesses advanced Dwarf technology, this isn't a big deal.
Seeing the dwarf Uncle taking action immediately, Zong Shen nodded in contentment.
He gave a few simple encouraging words before leaving the Blacksmith Shop.
Zong Shen reflected on his encounter with the Dwarf Uncle and felt very fortunate.
High-level technical talents, even in a Giant City, can be counted as Master Craftsmen.
Going higher are the exceedingly rare Special-level Craftsmen and Legendary Craftsmen.
Having a High-level Blacksmith during the early development of the territory was indeed immensely beneficial.
It also laid a certain talent foundation for the future development of the territory's technology tree.
New technology inevitably requires superb smelting technology as a fallback.
This includes forging materials, casting molds, all of which require blacksmith technology.
Moreover, besides blacksmithing technology, the Dwarf Uncle also mastered the Rune Forging Technology of the Copperbeard Tribe.
Although its rating is only intermediate, it can still play a significant role.
It filled the talent gap in certain areas of the territory!