Divine Journey

- Oh, - the mage said, looking away guiltily. - I apologize for misleading you. I wanted to know about all the monsters currently on the quest list: the Hydra, the Dragon, and the Rogue Mage. I want to learn about them so I don't end up in the afterlife when I encounter them.

A smile appeared on the girl's face, a smile that was quite unusual for her. - A Rogue Mage, you know, isn't exactly a monster. Well... in a way, it is, of course, but still. I've never encountered mages in battle before, so I can't tell you anything useful, but you're in luck. A legendary mage hunter is currently staying at the "Cozy Home," and he's sure to have some advice for you," the girl's voice was much more confident than before. Apparently, talking about a familiar topic was easier for her. - The Hydra is a treacherous opponent. It has a very strong body, so the fastest way to defeat it is to destroy its heads. However, there is a problem with this: as long as all nine heads are not destroyed, the monster will not die. It doesn't make sense for more than two people to engage it in close combat, as it can easily attack everyone who surrounds it. The optimal tactic is for someone to take the brunt of its attacks while others attack from a distance. It is highly desirable that the person taking on this risk has a replacement, in case they get tired, seriously injured, or... die. Otherwise, everyone could die. And the Dragon..." the girl's voice became sad. "I can only advise you to stay away from it.

- Hmm, so you don't have any problems here that a skilled warrior could help solve? - Trast asked, sounding a little disappointed.

- There is always a problem that requires a skilled warrior to solve, and it is called "a weapon that doesn't have a worthy owner," the shopkeeper replied, sounding annoyed.