Chapter 8: Glimmering Battle Axe
I firmly shook my head: "Of course, I will not sell!"
Haha, it is a black iron weapon, a weapon with attributes! It also adds 4 points to my strength, which is exactly what I am currently lacking
If I had not encountered a beauty like Ling Xue, I believe I might have been unable to move forward due to this overwhelming pride and rain.
It is worth mentioning that Ao Shi Piao Yu is actually a female character, a very charming young girl. The simple novice outfit cannot conceal her graceful figure, and her prominent bosom seems as if it might burst through the clothing!
I am overwhelmed with joy; even a broken sword can be sold for such a high price. If I were to sell the Glimmering Battle Axe in my possession or the Wilderness Boots, how much would that be worth
[Glimmering Battle Axe] (Black Iron Artifact)
Creak!
At that moment, reaching into the bag, he found nothing inside, and his heart sank: Damn! At a critical moment, there are no potions left, this is fatal!
If I had enough potions, I could safely kill this mutated bat. However, the important thing is that I currently only have 5 potions, each restoring 100 health points. With my original health being only 780 points, whether I can defeat this mutated bat remains uncertain
It is possible that the black iron weapon, the Twilight Battle Axe, is simply too striking, as many people quickly cast astonished glances at it, but it was merely surprise.
At this moment, the mutated bat was left with only a trace of residual health, and it opened its gaping maw to pounce and bite!
The old village chief continued, "A brave squad of militia is besieged in a lookout post to the west of the village, and I hope you can help them"
Ding!
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Another voice scoffed: "1 silver coin? Do you think this is for buying a chick? I will offer 2 silver coins..."
I was slightly taken aback. A Slime Medal? What is that thing?
The difficulty of this task is 80, which is quite high compared to my current level of 7. The levels of those slimes must also be considerable. Moreover, the requirement to collect 100 slime medals is truly daunting. The drop rate for ordinary task monsters is approximately 20%, which means I might have to defeat 500 slimes just to have a chance of completing the task
Ding dong
System prompt: Do you accept the task
A chill ran through my heart, and I immediately squinted my eyes and smiled, saying: "How do you wish to purchase it?"
A dinosaur roared: "Hand me the weapon, handsome! I will video chat with you as your wife!"
However, it is still far from the 2 gold coins stipulated by the studio, but it does not matter, as there is still plenty of time, and I am sure I can gather the two gold coins to meet the requirement today
I squeezed through the crowd and quickly arrived at the pharmacy. I checked the list of medicines: a potion that restores 100 health costs 20 copper coins, while a potion that restores 300 health costs 2 silver coins. The difference is significant, but the effectiveness is also evident. At critical moments, my current health of 320 at level 7 becomes apparent. This 300 health potion is just right for me. After all, the higher the potion's level, the faster it replenishes health after consumption. A small health potion only restores health slowly, which can sometimes be life-threatening.
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Task content: Go west of the village, find the village outpost, eliminate the slimes there, and collect 100 slime medals
Ding!
Upon examining the contents of the package, I currently possess 43 silver coins and 68 copper coins. Therefore, I purchased 15 potions that restore 300 health points in one go, and with the remaining funds, I bought 27 potions that restore 100 health points each. I will use the 300 health potions in critical moments, while the 100 health potions will suffice for regular use.
Forget it, the past is already known
My heart skipped a beat: I have made it, the luminous equipment signifies that it is attribute equipment. Could it be that I have already obtained my first piece of attribute gear?
I glanced at them and said, "What brings you here?"
Upon my arrival, the old village chief sighed and said: "Those demons have begun their assault on the towns surrounding Twilight City again. Our village has already been attacked, and a large number of liquefied evil creatures have appeared to the west of the village. Young man, can you do me a favor?"
Thinking of this, I could not care much anymore and directly took the potion, having no other choice!
Thus, I gritted my teeth and thrust the sword straight in, the iron blade suddenly plunging into the mouth of the mutated bat
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Faced with a group of eager crowds, my intention was clear: "The highest bidder wins"
Quickly, many people began to pool their money, and one shouted, "I will contribute 1 silver coin"
Defense: 14
I happily stored away the silver coins, and combined with the copper coins I have collected so far, my current wealth amounts to 23 silver coins and 68 copper coins
Now, two paths lie before me: either to be killed or to fight against the mutated bats
I pondered for a moment, then turned back to the village, where I found the gray-haired village chief in the large central house. At that time, all the players were outside leveling up, and there was no one wandering around the village; it was as if I was the only idle person searching around.
System notification: You have been upgraded
Filled with joy, I quickly gathered the silver coins on the ground. Truly, as a mutated monster, it was more generous than ordinary monsters, directly dropping silver coins—four in total
Strength: +4
Every investment will yield returns. When I returned to the militia captain and chose to converse about hetushucom.com, he frowned and said, "The village chief seems to have something on his mind..."
System Notification: You have accepted the task "Clear the Outpost"! (Beginner Task. Current Difficulty: 80)
Looking at the iron sword in my hand, I ran to the entrance of the village and shouted: "The iron sword with an attack power of 1 - 4 is for sale, wealthy bosses come quickly to negotiate, only selling for three minutes!"
System prompt: You have killed the mutated flame bat and gained 480 experience points
Agility: +1
I was filled with ecstatic joy, and I have acquired new equipment
Is this considered a hint
Of course, I will not sell either of these two pieces of equipment, after all, having them allows me to level up faster and acquire more gear
Find the militia captain Masu and present him with 20 bat bloods. Immediately, Masu displayed a look of astonishment and exclaimed: "Brave warrior, you truly did it. I never expected you to defeat those detestable bats. Well, here is your reward!"
However, not far from where I left the village, I heard a voice behind me saying: "Friend, may I discuss something with you?"
The mutated flame bat dropped an item, mixed among several silver coins on the ground
The experience reward from the recent task has elevated me to level 7. After equipping the Wilderness Boots, my defense has increased to 26, while my attack has reached 35 - 45
I was so frightened that I quickly turned off the name display. Just as a pig fears becoming fat, a person fears becoming too prominent. Once someone has their eyes on you, it can become troublesome. I don't mind a PK, but that is a matter for the future. Right now, time is precious, and I should focus on leveling up instead
A sharp pain shot through my body, causing my vitality and energy to drop by as much as 120 points, yet I also heard a very reassuring system notification sound.
Attack: 12 - 18
It appears that he is a player in the publishing industry; otherwise, it is unlikely that he would have accumulated so many silver coins in such a short period of time
The arrogant madman laughed heartily, pointed at my Glimmering Battle Axe, and said: "Are you selling your weapon?"
As a result, I am once again left with no money at all
The public angrily scolded: "Damn! How dare you show up looking like this, hurry back to Mars!"
Ding!
At this moment, the village was almost overcrowded, and of course, 99.999% of the players were still wielding those crude wooden sticks. Therefore, I, bearing the faintly glowing battle axe, had clearly become one of the few experts in this village, attracting envious glances from numerous players
I was momentarily taken aback, suddenly realizing that in the game, many monsters have weaknesses. If one can identify the location of these weaknesses and strike them, it can lead to a significantly more effective outcome. The mutated bat before me likely has its weakness in that green mouth!
Required level: 6
Upon seeing him looking weary and travel-worn, it seemed that others could not afford this price. Therefore, I directly initiated the transaction, purchasing him for 20 silver coins, while also remembering this person's name—Sword Fire Dragon Soul
20 silver coins, as soon as this price was announced, the surroundings immediately fell silent, and everyone looked at the player who could possess 20 silver coins from the very beginning with astonishment
In a state of ecstasy, I quickly equipped the Glimmering Battle Axe, and instantly my attack power transformed to 33 - 40, which can undoubtedly be considered a high-level attack in this novice village
Quickly picking up the axe, I took it out from the package and took a look.
The battle intensified sharply, and I could not afford to hesitate. I swung my iron sword desperately, hacking at the mutated bats. Suddenly, my sword swept near the bat's mouth, and to my surprise, it dealt a damage value of "256" points with a loud "bang"!
Once again, it is the attributes of black iron equipment and book bindings! This time it is even more formidable, as it surprisingly adds dual secondary attributes, although the increases are not substantial
That is an axe glimmering with a faint light
What surprised me was that this shout had an effect almost equivalent to "Pretty Girl's First Night for 10 Yuan". Within just a few seconds, I was surrounded with no way to escape, as countless faces eager for weapons shouted at me: "Damn it! Sell it to me! Sell it to me!"
I turned around and found three level 6 players standing behind me. They seemed to have been following me for quite some time, and their names were quite similar: "Proud World Madman," "Proud World Drifting Rain," and "Proud World Bloodthirsty."
Strength: +2
Thus, bearing the dimly lit battle axe, he proceeded westward towards the outskirts of the village
Ding!
I only have 140 health points left, and I can only fight it out!
Thus, I turned sideways and swept my sword into the mouth of the bat, only to feel the iron sword cut into a piece of soft flesh, immediately followed by the mutated bat receiving an additional 248 points of weakness damage
Two consecutive strikes exploded on the back of the mutated bat, inflicting over 200 points of damage. However, the mutated bat's counterattack forced me to consume another potion.
Thus, after tidying everything up, I returned directly to the novice village
I quickly clicked confirm
Wilderness Battle Boots (Black Iron Equipment - Armor)
Watching the health of this quasi-BOSS rapidly diminish fills me with joy; with continuous attacks, I manage to inflict weak point damage every two or three strikes
System Notification: Congratulations on completing the task "Clearing the Fields". You have gained 2,400 experience points, received 24 silver coins, earned +10 reputation, and obtained the quest reward item "Wilderness Boots"
The arrogant madman cast a cold glance and said, "What if I insist on buying it?"
At that moment, someone squeezed in from the outside and said, "I have gathered 20 silver coins, sell it to me!"
Required level: 6