Chapter 214: The Everlasting Anvil Orun (1)
Jinhyuks eyes narrowed as he looked at the destroyed bracelet.
Just as I expected
Everything was going according to plan.
Orun, known as the Everlasting Anvil, was once a great blacksmith who even crafted the crown of the Dwarf King himself. However, following a series of events, he lost his status and was expelled from the kingdom.
Now he lived a life dependent on alcohol, barely scraping by working for humans.
His clientele dwindled further with each frequent failure in enhancent.
Jinhyuk quickly checked Oruns status through Eye of Gluttony.
Na: Orun
Race: Dwarf
Age: 71
Level: 23
Strength 23 Agility 13 Stamina 21 Magic Power 1
Available Stat Points: 0
Profession: Blacksmith of Steel
Unique Ability: Breath of tal
Skills: Lv32 Slting, Lv31 Expert Hamring, Lv31 Sequential Enhancent, Lv31 Fire Control, Lv30 Workshop Weaponization
[Copy Conditions: Orun, the Everlasting Anvil of the Dwarven Kingdom Penta Hon and one of the Five Hamrs. Rekindle the sincerity of the iron artisan who, worn by ti, has grown weary of everything. By doing so, you may replicate one of his unique abilities or skills.]
[Notes: He bears a deep scar and shows severe symptoms of alcohol addiction.]
The title of artisan was not given lightly.
With an average skill level well over 30, such proficiency among those of his personal level would be rare, even throughout the entire tower.
Okay. I have an idea of what needs to be done.
The first step was
Jinhyuk offered an amiable smile to Orun, as if to reassure him.
It seems youve made a slight mistake.
Ahem! Exactly my point. I usually dont make mistakes, but this ti my condition wasnt quite right. With that in mind, could you perhaps give another chance?
Orun brazenly spoke as if it was the most natural thing.
At this point, it wasnt just thick-skinned; it was at a level where even a Brazilian waxing shop would refuse service.
But
Since its Orun whos offering, of course, I should give you another chance.
Ha-ha, thank you. Truly, you are a genuine custor.
In return, could you teach so techniques for working with iron?
What? Iron?
Yes. Ah! Of course, I dont an to ask for every detail. If you just slow down a bit, thats enough for . Just observing the process of a master blacksmith like Orun strengthening a weapon is worth a fortune to a beginner like .
He flattered his opponent just the right amount without being dismissive, and attached a reasonable plea, likely carrying a shred of guilt for having destroyed the bracelet Elis gave him
It would be quite burdenso to reject the offer.
Ha-ha. Ive never before t soone who wants to learn blacksmithing skills rather than combat skills among players. Are all players like you?
Hmm
If all players were like I suppose the entire tower would turn into hell.
Just the re thought was horrific.
Thinking of fossilized, top-tier players giggling as they banded together
A rare kind, then.
I simply believe that the true skill lies in working with iron.
Pu-ha-ha! I feel like I should show off my real skills for once. Watch closely and learn, since the chance to see my hamring is quite rare.
Orun burst into laughter.
He then fiddled with the heavy, runic-etched hamr once more.
Ah, perfect weather for strengthening. Sohow, Ive got a good feeling this ti.
With dark clouds brooding and a drizzle settling in, it kindled a fire within him.
The hamr soared high into the sky again.
Naturally, the materials to be used were the various accessories Elis was wearing.
Ah No, that was made as a commoration of my inheritance to the family
Despite Eliss plea, which seed near to tears
Gandaaaa!
Kwaang!
[Enhancent has failed!]
[The Ring of the Suns Ruby has been destroyed!]
Bright flas burst forth.
Yet again, the result was the sa.
Orun, undeterred, swung the hamr again.
Hu-eijjaa!
Crack!
[Enhancent has failed!]
[Heart of Delsus Lake has been destroyed!]
Owooooot!
The hamr swung wildly up and down.
Splinters flew in all directions with each blow.
This place was hell.
At least, for Elis.
[Enhancent has failed!]
[Rainbow Gem Necklace has been destroyed!]
My, my necklace! I only used that on special occasions
Elis was frantic to the point of madness, but it was already too late.
Items destroyed by the hands of a blacksmith could never be restored.
It took a considerable amount of ti before Orun stopped his hamring.
A total of 11.
That was how many accessories were shattered in failed enhancents.
Even Orun, with his thick face, could not lift his head in this situation.
Huff, huff, huff
Out of thirst, he grabbed the bottle from the table and gulped down the alcohol.
Curse it If it were just 3 days younger
Are you already exhausted?
Watch your words. Do you realize the level of effort this task requires?
The hamr swings looked aimless, but you were employing 3 to 4 skills simultaneously. Even the wrist snap and timing werent half bad.
Everything was decent.
But the reason for the enhancent failure was simple:
Trauma.
At the most critical mont
The tragic blacksmith who had to endure the loss of a loved one due to his own hamring.
Now, what I need to do is to help him overco that wound and return to his pri.
Jinhyuk picked up a hamr in the forge.
Though significantly smaller compared to Oruns hamr, it was a hamr with a perfect grip.
You seem to have an eye for quality, human. What do you intend to do with it?
It seems I can do it well enough after seeing you hamr a few tis.
What did you say?
At Jinhyuks words, Oruns expression twisted with disbelief.
Until now, Orun had only responded with his carefree laughter, but this statent seed to have struck a nerve. Of course, that was what Jinhyuk had intended.
Even a great blacksmith like you struggle when drunk and emotional Why wouldnt I be able to do it? Ive learned everything I need from watching you hamr ten tis.
Youre ridiculous. Are you serious?
Of course. If you wish, we could place a wager on it. Ill stake this. But if you lose, Orun, you must grant one wish.
Jinhyuk brought out wines that Elis had fetched from the imperial treasury.
Each bottle was a treasure worthy of the title fine wine.
Hmm Surely youre not worried you might lose? Well, I would understand, given your constant failures
Here, the trick was to slightly lift the corner of the mouth by about 13.5 degrees.
As if to say, if you think you can do it, then show .
And the provocation worked perfectly.
Alright. It seems I must teach you the aning of talworking.
The atmosphere changed in an instant.
The previously lax air suddenly tensed up.
[Orun activates his unique ability Breath of tal!]
Truly
Who would have imagined a non-combat, artisan resident could emanate such a heavy sense of presence?
If this had been a fair contest, I would never have been able to beat Orun.
Capable of handling almost anything, Jinhyuk could manage hamring to a certain extent as wellhed be akin to a 4th-dan in the ga of Go, or a Diamond Tier in gaming; impressive among common folk, but far from Oruns level.
Even if his trauma from the past prevented Orun from performing at his peak.
But he proposed this contest because
[You have t the copy conditions!]
[Unique ability Breath of tal has been copied!]
Jinhyuk never intended to lose the challenge in any sense.
Lets proceed with this as our object.
Jinhyuk took out the Blood of the Red Dragon and Fang from his spatial inventory.
Tough materials.
Orun scowled.
He anticipated sothing challenging, but had not expected such a difficult venture.
The blood of a Red Dragon was a top-grade magical ingredient even the court mages of the empire had failed to handle.
To enhance it with the Fang, crafted from the tooth of a superior beast Penta Gryphis, was indeed challenging.
It is essential for gauging skills.
Alright. Who goes first?
I will.
Jinhyuk stepped forward.
Watching Jinhyuk grasp the hamr, Orun sneered disdainfully.
Thinks he knows about talworking?
Living a life among tal and fire, he knew it required trendous talent and relentless effort to walk the path of a blacksmith.
Hmm not bad hamring.
Despite everything, his initial hamring was decent, with apt speed and timing.
And there was sothing oddly familiar about it.
What? He can do that too?
Oruns pupils contracted in surprise.
The beginner, whod ordinarily falter at such intricate steps, moved through them with ease, exuding an air of confidence.
Not bad. Not bad.
But that was the limit.
Handling the temperature of the fire and dealing with dragons blood were entirely different leagues.
The essence of tal must be understood, its breath felt.
To prevent the powerful magical ingredients from devouring tal, one has to read even deeper.
Theres no way he could do it.
Impossible.
Absolutely.
But Orun was completely unaware.
[Unique abilities Breath of tal, Fire Elent, and Stars Blessing fuse together!]
[Success in fusion!]
[You have acquired the unique ability Breath of the Fla Dragon!]
[The fused ability is saved in the mories of the World.]
[Breath of the Fla Dragon]
Difficulty of Acquisition: SSS
Description: Rulers of fire, the mighty dragonkin. Among them, the Fla Dragon Tensia used fire to create countless artifacts. This power, allowing you to penetrate the essence of fire and iron, holds the essence of her being.
The world has yet to learn
that there are veterans who can crush both effort and talent.
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