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Okay, but not for long, otherwise November 20th will drag on a bit... Author
—Wow, you're quick, that's what it means to learn under a true master, not just from textbooks. Hmm, I think I already said that... —pulling his trousers tighter around his arms, he turns to Lua: —Hmm, tell me, in your opinion, do you think it's possible that in the future, someone like me could also teach others the ways of Baldur? Maybe not all eight schools, but at least one, for example, the water school? Don't think of it as intentional competition, but I would be pleased to know that these techniques could be passed on to other generations.
—Hmm-m-m-m-m! With sufficient desire and diligence, almost anyone can master this path, but becoming a mentor to someone else is a different, more complex path. But if you are willing to dedicate a large part of your free time to it, then it is possible! How about learning this from me and eventually becoming the head of the Velfern branch of the Baldur Association? If it works out, I will have an excellent opportunity to continue spreading this knowledge to other lands, without worrying about leaving unexplored parts of the imperial territory
- Hmmm... Well, let me eat and go for a walk around the city on my own — I'm not going to take up all of your time today.
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Nozenrotka firmly enters the forge.
Her native element... How pleasant it was to be here. Erephir didn't come here just for fun, but with new knowledge, fully prepared, and she wanted to now unleash her full potential.
She placed the Miss Cosmos figurine on one of the tables (not the workbench), so that this saint could herself watch how Erephir works with cosmic ore. While the furnace was heating up, the nozenrotka thanked both her and all her other patrons: Her Majesty, who gave her this wonderful place; Anuzish, who did the same; Grevan, who gave her knowledge and recently returned it; and kind Stalia and Ruby, who blessed her.
What Anuzish lacked was any saint responsible for metal... Funny. But never mind — there was plenty of metal around. Just as others praised money or other foolishness, Erephir could now dance with steel ingots and cosmic ore, tuning herself in and brimming with anticipation. Having attuned herself to a singing resonance with her element, she unlocks all skills of the path of metal at once, with an 85% discount (🏃♀️) for a mere 2250 experience (and also arc 2 while the omamori is active), and tries to bend with her fingers the hardest element she knows.
Whether she succeeds is unknown, but she definitely felt something. She felt that from now on she would make things of even better quality, that her crafting abilities should become truly exceptional. Perhaps, if she sharpens her skill, she might even manage without some of the modern high-precision tools... And only without them? Just as other schools have control over their respective elements, so too did Erephir aspire to spray metal in thin layers, cut it, use liquid metals such as mercury, and anything else — at this stage it was already time to strive for more...
Finally, the furnace heated up. The redhead makes final adjustments to the blueprints of her perfect weapon and begins swinging the hammer to a special working song.
-- Na-na-na-na-na... -- her lungs intone. -- Knock-knock-knock-knock-knock, -- the hammer echoes. -- Huff-huff-huff-huff-huff, -- the bellows sound. -- Whir-whir-whir-whir-whir, -- the grinder was the finishing part of the noisy quartet.
And what comes out? The teeth are incredibly sharp, specially shaped and fast, so they instantly slice through everything they touch, regardless of any protection... Under such conditions, bleeding effects lose their meaning — this is a weapon meant to strike once and forget about the enemy forever. Or rather, even twice: a special gear in this variation of the sword has found its worthy place.
The balance of this blade combined with its dynamics was such that it seemed to seek out its target by itself and destroy it regardless of external factors. Funny — in some ways, Erephir drew inspiration from Valis when designing this combat component.
The size is very, very impressive, since it was long past time to stop exposing herself to explosions from dying enemies... Perhaps, like the hammer, it was again somewhat demanding to wield: this weapon truly revealed itself only in the hands of a strong and skilled swordsman. In this case — a swordswoman.
Presumed properties (but at the GM's discretion — maybe it's too much, maybe not, unclear; the main thing here is the description, with priority from first to last):
+1 to range (arcs) ignores defense and effects that reduce/nullify damage ability to switch damage element (out of combat), and you can spend 1 AP to make (part of) the damage permanent "power" allows destroying obstacles and helps convert endurance into accuracy (from a certain threshold? If that even makes sense)
Having finished the painstaking work in 4 AP and pausing for a second, Erephir assesses the result before uttering the name of the sword.
Oh, I was really hoping the undead wouldn't reach us 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 😭 Okay, then I'll post the remaining literary events later in one go.
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- Hmm! With enough desire and diligence, almost anyone can master this path, but becoming a mentor to someone else is a different, more challenging path. But if you are willing to dedicate a significant portion of your free time to it, then it is possible! How about learning from me and eventually becoming the head of the Velfern branch of the Baldr Association? If that works out, I will have an excellent opportunity to continue spreading this knowledge to other lands, without worrying about leaving unexplored parts of the imperial territory?
—"A significant portion" – how much, roughly speaking?... I wouldn't want to make bold promises and then fail to meet the required number of ODs... —thinking about this game mechanic, he rubs his chin thoughtfully: —...I dare to assume that, based on the regional construction, the school is planned to be built in the capital, isn't it?... Hmm, perhaps I could combine business trips with Margel's "work" for some time, and I can't refuse to help a colleague from the school... You know, I think I'll agree, even though I'm essentially "imposing" myself. As long as my heart still beats in my chest, I must pass on everything I know and can, lay the foundation, and push it forward. Life is short, and every OD counts. —he bows his head respectfully.
Well, keep in mind that the tournament probably won't be completed in a single day either.
Added 1 hour 22 minutes ago ? Damage: 135% Accuracy: 65% Ignores damage reduction effects. +1 to attack range. +0.5% to accuracy for each point of Strength and Endurance above 50. The character destroys obstacles in their path. Optionally, the character can deal permanent damage. Critical hit: damage is doubled. Requires 50 Strength and 50 Endurance to use. : additional attack.
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—"A lion's share" – how much, roughly?... I wouldn't want to make bold promises and then fail to deliver the required number of ODs... —pondering this game mechanic, he rubs his chin thoughtfully: —...I dare to suggest, based on the planned construction, that the school is being built in the capital, isn't it?... Hmm, perhaps I could combine business trips with "work" in Margel, and I certainly wouldn't refuse to help a colleague from school... You know, I think I'll agree, even though I'm essentially "imposing" myself. As long as my heart still beats in my chest, I must pass on everything I know and can, lay the foundation, and set things in motion. Life is short, and every OD counts. —he bows his head respectfully.
- Well, well, well! - Lua grabs him by the chin and forcibly lifts his head, and with it, his gaze. - There's no need for that, we're all equal here!... Of course, some are more equal than others – it's clear that a student should listen to a teacher and a subordinate to a superior, but such formality is unnecessary for us. After all, I'm not even an empress, just a traveler and a teacher. Well, whatever, welcome to the team!
Until the completion of this divine comedy, all 99% of ODs (all except for the non-renewable unit) will be spent on mastering the Baldr teaching path.
Before this divine comedy is completed, 99% of all Action Points (everything except the non-renewable one) will be spent on mastering the path of a Balderian teacher.
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- Now, now, now! - Lua grabs the student by the chin and forcibly lifts his head, and with it, his gaze. - There's no need for that, we're all equal here... Just some are more equal. Of course, a student should listen to the teacher, and a subordinate to the leader, but such formality is unnecessary for us. After all, I'm not even an empress, just a traveler and a teacher. Well, whatever, welcome to the team!
—Well, in different countries, teachers are treated differently. In some regions of my homeland, it was customary to address parents by their name and kinship, but I understand the point. So... Thank you, and I'll try not to disappoint. Here.
... —Construction, refinement, learning... I'm afraid you'll have to carry all our in-game interactions on your shoulders now... —Sanexe says guiltily later.
Damage: 135% Accuracy: 65% Ignores damage-reducing effects. +1 to attack range. +0.5% to accuracy for each point of might and endurance above 50. The character destroys obstacles in their path. At the character's discretion, can deal permanent damage. Crit: damage is doubled. Requires 50 might and 50 endurance to use.
She hugs her weapon, then raises it above her head, testing the activation: the sword emits a deep growl, making one go weak.
-- A name for you -- Apophis, for you shall become a symbol of my very self, a blade growing with its mistress. Terror for our enemies, favor and awe for allies: when they see and hear you in my hands, many will fall prostrate. You and I shall shatter armies like the wind carries away dry dust; I shall point you at mountains -- and you will devour them; I shall direct you at the heavens -- and they will break like glass. Let them remember me together with you as a fatalistic and beautiful spectacle impossible to look away from, a synthesis of beauty and power.
-- Meanwhile, I see that the ratio of cosmic ore to the other components has cost you your indestructibility... Yes, the project was too complex, too many different components had to be combined, no wonder... But it's fine, I can insert two more (? With a trip to Upgrade) runes into you, and I will definitely do so, you need not fear for your preservation.
Fyr and Kaline are crafting. There, the task seemed to be the complete opposite: to make everything traditional and neat. No mechanisms during the work, the redhead didn't even use sandpaper; instead, she took Bodhi tree seeds (or whatever they were called in this world?) and polished the beads to a spherical smooth state using fine-grained sand and a cloth. No magic, nothing, only her effort in processing the material in the best possible way and with her soul poured into it, so that Kaline would receive a worthy reward for her labors.
Yeah, good thing the redhead learned matter. And as for Kilika, I regret not recommending anything else; she's leveling too little for the tournament.....
How did Stacy Kittyclaw end up here, in an unfamiliar world, far from Sakumoramia? We-e-ell, a wizard never reveals his secrets, and every artist is known to be a bit of a wizard—able to freeze a moment on canvas, capture a mood, open a window into unknown worlds, and create creatures unknown to science. And one more little miracle was more the rule than the exception. Why did she come here? For inspiration, of course! And today there was plenty of it to go around. After enjoying the circus performance, browsing the painting and tapestry exhibits, and grabbing a bite at a café, Stacy found herself at the Miss Margel contest. The pencil practically jumped into her hand, and she began voicing her very valuable opinion.
Beata. M-m-m, when I saw her this morning at the performance, a different image came to mind for this contest! She looks about five years younger in that outfit, but still very cute! Though that sassy face is just the same as this morning's, hee-hee. In her absent-mindedness, Stacy forgot to give Beata a score. Oopsie, how awkward! Saneksa - 10. Oh, I love girls in uniform; they inspire me the most <3 A charming sailor girl, and quite an atmospheric presentation! Aiano - 10. Aw-w-w-w-w, truly innocent beauty! I'll definitely buy that magazine! Strange—at the coronation Her Highness seemed a bit older to me, but here she looks like a young college student! Erefir - 10. Such a sweet smile and a stylish ethnic dress! An unusual look for a lady knight, but maybe that's the "lady" part talking? Kilika - 10. What a cute kitten! And such a funny presentation, very original! Riikumera - 7. Simple, but tasteful! An unusual choice of look for a beauty contest! Alisa - 8. Too bad she didn't show off one of her magnificent outfits—in those she'd clearly deserve a ten! Klidna - 9. Sweet, kind, beautiful—I'm at peace about our medicine! Enio - 6. A very strange choice of outfit and look for an unkissed virgin, but to each their own!
I'll point you towards the mountains – and you'll devour them.
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- Well, what can you do? - she smiled at him, - everyone has their own responsibilities. What now? Are we waiting for the start?
—"Responsibilities" sounds... almost right. Want to come with me to the Upgrade? I wanted to quickly clarify something. And then, yes, straight to the tournament.
After taking a closer look at his new weapon, Erefir concludes that it is indeed indestructible.
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-- So, the weapon reflects the character of its owner, I see? Also a fan of playing a few tricks and mysteriously keeping things to himself? Hmm, we shouldn't be like that with each other.
-- Still, I'll take care of you; you never know what might happen, and there are annihilation rays and all sorts of other things in our line of work...Author
Autumn Rain (beads, accessory) Automatically applies the stun effect to enemies on adjacent squares (Will save). +1% to attack for each point of Will.
"It's decent, spiritual, and should appeal to Kalinka. I think she signed up for the tournament? I'll give it to her before that."
After returning the Cosmos statuette to the safe, the redhead reluctantly leaves the forge and heads to Upgrade with the required amount of money, where she examines the assortment with interest.
-- Good day. Are the old enchantments available today if I pay with money?
/ Garrett and Harold will probably be competing in the tournament too?! /
😠 —"Responsibilities" sounds... almost right. Want to join me in Upgrade? I need to quickly clarify something. And then, yes, straight to the tournament.
- No, I'll stay here and wait for you to come back... Just kidding. I'll come, of course.
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-- Good day. Are the old enchantments available for purchase with gold today, right?
Okay, then that works too. —Hello! Um, you have it stated here that festive runes "do not stack," does this mean identical runes? But, for example, is it possible to apply different runes to different items? And a second question: am I correct in understanding that each item can only be enchanted with one rune once by default?
When Erephir heard about the limit on the number of runes, she couldn't help but smile slyly... She and Orros clearly didn't understand something correctly, but for the demonstration, the redhead currently had too little OD (only 1, and she needed 2), so she'd do it later.
She critically examined her armor. Was it ready to have the new enchanting rune from Orros applied to it, or did it also need some initial work? That was the question.
Well, she could definitely do it on Apophis, so...
-- Could you please apply an elemental rune to this sword? And the element... Fire.
- What an interesting weapon of war you have... Ready! Author
She critically examined her armor. Was it ready to have the new enchanting rune from Orros applied to it, or did it also need some initial refinement? That was the question.
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