Chapter 7

Chapter 7: Red Moon, Green Beetle, Violent Wind

Hermit Ranger specialty weapons were all considered [exotic weapons].

In other words, people who didn’t have the corresponding weapon specialization wouldn’t be able to use it. If they were to forcibly use it, then the effect of the weapons would be very poor, and they might even accidentally injure themselves while using the weapons.

Therefore, Miller was also a little nervous.

He didn’t know whether the weapon he built could obtain Roger’s approval.

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“It’s good.”

Roger held the Red Moon Saber on his hand, feeling its weight, and gently brushed the edge of the blade that was thin like cicada wings with his fingers, before exclaiming out of admiration from the bottom of his heart.

Red Moon Saber was considered a ring-hilted saber with a ring at the end of the handle.

Compared to the Japanese-style katana, its blade was longer and narrower, and the blade was also much sharper.

This was a great killer weapon that was very suitable for [Slashing].

The only drawback was its service life.

According to Miller, due to its design, each slash that was used would cause great wear and tear to the blade.

Although he took various remedial measures during the forging process, he still couldn’t change the fact that the Red Moon Saber was not a durable weapon.

Qi Divination Technique showed that its durability was only 6.

This meant that after every battle, the saber must receive excellent maintenance. Otherwise, defects would soon manifest.

Fortunately, since Roger had been a long-time friend of Miller, he had learned a few tricks about weapon maintenance.

‘This problem isn’t that big.’ He thought to himself, ‘I have been an unassuming person, and I won’t use the saber easily.’

‘When it’s time to use the saber, I can’t control that much too.’

Generally speaking, he was very satisfied with the Red Moon Saber.

Especially the attached [Slashing Eye] special skill, which could perfectly enhance the slashing ability of the Red Moon Saber.

He could already foresee the scene where the Red Moon Saber would become a big killer weapon to slash off the enemy’s head in the future.

Thinking of this, he put the saber into its sheath, and carefully placed it into a long narrow box.

Finally, he used a strap to secure the wooden box on his back.

The half-elf blacksmith breathed a sigh of relief.

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The second weapon was the [Green Beetle (Sword)].

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[Green Beetle (Sword)]

[Rating: S]

[Sharpness 8, Hardness 7, Weight 4, Balance 9]

[Special skill: Hell]

[Hell (passive): The wound formed from the puncture by the Green Beetle will have doubled pain effect, and there is a small probability of inducing burning effect.]

[Restriction: None]

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The sword was a thin sword. Compared with the flashy and sharp-edged Red Moon Saber, the Green Beetle Sword was much more reserved and exquisite.

Unlike the two-handed Zweihänder broadsword that specialized in wielding, the Green Beetle Sword was a typical one-handed sword with blades on both flanks, but this was not its real killer move.

The strongest about this sword was its piercing ability.

Among all weapons, Miller’s favorite was actually this Green Beetle Sword.

After all, he was a half-elf, so he was somewhat skilled at using a sword too.

“The only drawback is that it is too short.”

That was Miller’s evaluation of it.

But Roger did not agree with this.

Although this Green Beetle Sword was indeed shorter, it was not a disadvantage.

After all, this thing was not meant for confronting people head-on.

Hermit Ranger was somewhat similar to an assassin.

During assassination activities, the Green Beetle Sword would definitely have its chance to shine.

Compared with a dagger or a scimitar, its destructive power was much stronger.

And with the Hermit Ranger’s secret skill [Sword Hiding], the Green Beetle Sword could definitely help Roger in completing certain tasks that ordinary weapons cannot do.

“Perfect.”

Roger gave his compliments again.

Miller smiled triumphantly, but he did not ask for credit and instead led Roger to the last weapon.

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[Violet Wind (Bow)]

[Rating: S]

[Thrust 6, Elasticity 8, Toughness 9, Balance 7]

[Special skill: Words of the Wind]

[Words of the Wind (Passive): Stability of the arrow after leaving the bowstring +3]

[Restriction: None]

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Violet Wind was a very typical ranger shortbow.

Its range was not particularly long, but it had very high stability in mid-range sniping.

This could make up, to a certain extent, for Roger’s lack of precision in shooting.

His requirement for this bow was not very high—he was fine as long as it could do its job.

After all, he himself was a bad archer himself, so he was in no right to ask for a divine-level bow anyway.

Due to the lack of materials, the arrow that Miller matched with the Violet Wind was the most common white feather arrow.

This kind of arrow was very common among human troops.

And the greatest advantage was that it was cheap.

“Excellent.”

Although he had no expectations about the bow, Roger still gave Miller his compliments.

Miller smiled so widely that his eyes narrowed into slits.

“Give me a minute.”

He left Roger alone and went to the depths of the warehouse and searched for a while.

After that, he came over with a weapon belt and a small box.

“You’re about to head for the Corpse Demon, aren’t you?”

“Consider this as my good wishes.” The half-elf blacksmith handed the two things to Roger, “It’s a little gift for you.”

Roger did not act cheesy and took it directly.

Miller had gotten this weapon belt from an elderly elf ranger previously.

Miller did some modifications on the belt to allow Roger to carry the three weapons perfectly on his body. In addition, there were also three free compartments for him to carry daggers, potions, scrolls, bottles, and the like.

But Roger was more surprised when he saw the content of the small box.

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[Little Thumb (Slingshot)]

[Rating: A]

[Thrust 4, Elasticity 9, Toughness 6, Balance 7]

[Reloading: Compatible with any ordinary marbles or stones]

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“This kind of slingshot is particularly liked among the elves.” Miller said, “I know you are more used to this stuff.”

This time, Roger smiled from the bottom of his heart.

As compared to the Violet Wind Bow which had an S rating, he liked this Little Thumb much more.

From the first moment he got it, he immediately fell in love with this little and delicate slingshot and began to ponder what kind of ammo he should fit it with.

‘If only I could add some element enchantment onto the stones or glass beads,’ he thought.

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Just after he left the forge, Miller suddenly called him, “Hey! Roger!”

“Huh?”

“Don’t die.” The half-elf blacksmith lit up a roll of tobacco, and puffs of smoke covered his face. “Take revenge for Kane!”

Roger patted the heavy weapon belt and nodded.

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On the way back, even though he had picked a remote trail, Roger still ran into many people who would not normally greet him.

The residents of the town had all heard about Roger’s deeds about killing the Red Tide Corpse Queen, and they came over to express their congratulations.

Of course, they were more concerned about the expedition against the Corpse Demon.

Roger gently dismissed them with “Dorothy is dealing with these matters, I am merely her assistant.”

He hurried to the grocery store and dealt with his spoils that were brought here by the soldiers in the morning, then went to the hospitable Aunt Amuel to buy enough food that could last him three days, and finally, Roger headed home.

He couldn’t wait to try out Hermit Ranger’s [secret skills]!

The secret skills of Hermit Ranger could only be learned after getting the specialty weapon.

So, he had been very expectant of it since long ago.

“I wonder how much my strength will be improved after learning the secret skills…”

While thinking, the two phoenix trees at the door of his house came within sight.

A girl was standing under the trees.

She seemed to have been waiting for a long time.

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