One moment, my heart began pounding intensely. The anger building up inside me felt like it was preventing me from expressing what I truly felt. The beautiful days I once dreamed of were now replaced by a dark rage and a burning desire for revenge. My father had caused much more than my mother’s illness. I remembered… that day, that cursed day… The days he overlooked me, belittled me… Now, no matter what, I was determined to make him pay. He didn’t just destroy my mother; he left me alone with this darkness within me. Now, there was only one thing left for me to do: take my revenge.
I clenched my eyes shut. In my mind, I saw my mother’s face, the moment she left this world, the crushing weight of that moment pressing down on us, and my father’s cold, detached gaze… I felt them all together. Those fleeting emotions, as fast as a single breath, were as heavy as they were sharp and devastating. But I had to control this anger—for my mother. Everything had a time, a way, a pattern… and I would carve that path myself.
I took a deep breath, slowly. I needed to calm myself. I had to focus only on my mother. Her recovery, her health… That was what I needed to prioritize. So, I lifted my head and began walking toward the doctor.
"Doctor, make sure my mother receives the best care possible. Spare no expense in her treatment," I said, keeping my gaze steady.
I saw a flicker of uncertainty in the doctor’s eyes as he furrowed his brows slightly. “Alex, such treatment could be extremely expensive... Correcting mana flow requires special medicines and treatment methods, and these types of medicines… are often incredibly hard to find.”
I felt that angry, dark feeling inside me vanish for a moment. Slowly, I opened my bag and took out the money, placing it in front of the doctor. It was a total of 272 Tower Coins (equivalent to $9,520).
The doctor looked at the money, momentarily stunned, before carefully putting it away. He turned his eyes back to me. “This… is a substantial amount. But I must give you a realistic explanation,” he said, with a serious expression. “Mana deficiency is a very difficult illness to treat, and for that, we need a special medicine. This medicine comes from what we call the Life Tree’s Root, known for curing all ailments. However, saying this is much easier than finding it. So far, only two people have ever managed to obtain it.”
“Don’t worry,” I said, a determined smile appearing on my face. "I’ll bring that medicine. It’s only a matter of time. But until then, please take good care of my mother.”
The doctor nodded, seeming slightly more at ease. “Alright then. We’ll do our best.”
In that moment, I felt like everything was under my control. My anger toward my father had transformed into a tool on my journey to completely heal my mother. But this tool was now a weapon I wielded to save her. First, I would find that medicine, and then I would destroy the man who had reduced my mother to this state…
As I stepped out of the hospital, the sky was covered in a gray shroud. A faint breeze left a cold touch on my face. It felt unjust for the outside world to be so calm while my mother lay inside, confined to her bed. Storms raged within me, yet everyone around me continued with their routines as if nothing had changed. Sometimes, you realize how invisible your pain is to others.
I quickened my steps, trying not to stumble on the uneven cobblestones. My feet carried me toward the workshop automatically, but my mind was elsewhere. My father's face kept revolving in my thoughts. The times I admired him as a child… Then the pale, frail face of my mother lying in her bed. The wound in her heart. That symbol.
“Because of you…” I muttered to myself. My anger, like a fire growing within me, was consuming me. I was certain that all of this was connected to him somehow. Just thinking about the day I would exact my revenge deepened the darkness inside me. But for now, I had to set this anger aside. A greater task lay before me: saving my mother.
As I opened the door to my workshop, I could feel the tension inside me. The soft creak of the wooden door reminded me of the weight on my shoulders. I stepped inside, greeted by the familiar scent of metal and coal. The tools hanging on the walls, the piles of materials on the shelves… This was my world. My sanctuary. But today, this place would be more than just a refuge—it would become a war preparation center.
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Slowly, I pulled out a chair and sat down. Resting my hand on my forehead, I took a deep breath. A long and dangerous journey lay ahead of me. The Tower… that cursed place. No one knew exactly what went on inside, at least no one who could share their knowledge ever emerged. It was said that those who tried to leak information from the Tower were killed. It was as if the Tower enforced secrecy in exchange for its rewards. And those who defied this pact were sentenced to death.
But why?
The answer to that question didn’t change the task in front of me. The only thing I understood was that surviving in the Tower was next to impossible under normal circumstances. Becoming a hunter inside was akin to suicide. For someone like me to enter the Tower was an even worse prospect. I wasn’t physically strong, nor was I an experienced fighter. But… I trusted my intelligence. I trusted my hands and the things I created. And now, it was time to prove it.
I stood up and turned to the shelves. The materials I had purchased from Rick were still in my bag. I placed the bag on the table and began carefully unpacking its contents. The dark, smooth surface of Karaçıraş, the faintly shimmering texture of Gölgesim… They all gleamed before me. Placing my hands on the edge of the table, I took a deep breath and muttered to myself:
“If I’m going to survive the Tower, I need to do what I do best: create. I must use every skill, every tool I have, and craft the best weapons and equipment possible.”
I pulled out a parchment and picked up a pen. I began planning how to use the materials, which weapons and equipment I would create, and how I would prepare myself for what lay ahead.
Weapons and Equipment to Be Crafted
1. Primary Weapons
* Luminous Blade
Materials: Gölgesim, Görünçtezi
Purpose:
* A lightweight and fast melee weapon.
* The glowing surface of Gölgesim provides an advantage in dark areas.
* Görünçtezi makes the blade both durable and flexible for long-term use.
* Stealth Arrows and Bow
Materials: Karaçıraş, Sinsaköyü
Purpose:
* Designed for silently and effectively hunting enemies from a distance.
* Karaçıraş enhances the arrows’ lethality.
* Sinsaköyü allows the bow to be used lightly and quickly.
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2. Secondary Weapons
* Poisoned Dagger
Materials: Venomtail, Karaçıraş, Sinsaköyü
Purpose:
* Designed for silent and lethal close-range attacks.
* Venomtail adds a paralyzing poison effect to the weapon.
* Sinsaköyü ensures the dagger’s swift usability.
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3. Protective Gear
* Dual-Layered Armor
Materials: Görünçtezi, Karaçıraş
Purpose:
* Provides high protection while maintaining mobility.
* Görüçtezi keeps the armor light, avoiding movement restrictions.
* Karaçıraş ensures resistance to physical impacts.
* Silence Boots
Materials: Görünçtezi, Sinsaköyü
Purpose:
* Allows silent movement.
* The flexible soles made of Görünçtezi enable quiet steps.
* Sinsaköyü ensures the boots are lightweight and comfortable.
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4. Tactical Accessories
* Mana-Charged Amulet
Materials: Gölgesim, Sinsaköyü
Purpose:
* Regulates mana flow during combat, enabling abilities to last longer.
* Its lightweight nature allows for constant portability.
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5. Consumable Items
* Poisonous Flask Bomb
Materials: Venomtail, Karaçıraş Fragments.
Purpose:
* Used to neutralize enemy groups.
* The poisonous mist creates both a lethal and deterring effect.
* Mana Potion Bottles
Materials: Sinsaköyü, Görünçtezi
Purpose:
* Portable solution for replenishing mana during battles.
* Lightweight design allows easy transport.
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6. Multi-Purpose Tools
* Multi-Functional Grapple (Rope and Hook System)
Materials: Karaçıraş, Görünçtezi
Purpose:
* Ideal for overcoming obstacles, climbing heights, or creating escape routes within the Tower.
* Karaçıraş provides durability to the hook.
* Görünçtezi ensures the rope remains light and flexible.
As I wrote down each item, I visualized how I would use each material. I imagined these pieces coming together in my hands, transforming into deadly works of art. Each one would be a step, a chance at survival.
But the Tower… the dark secrets of that place… I needed more information. I couldn’t put my plan into action so simplistically. Every step had to be calculated with precision. There was no room for error. Yet, I knew one thing: I had to prepare first.
“I will survive this. I will heal my mother. And in the end… I will settle the score with my father.”
I placed the pen on the table and took another deep breath. It was time to get to work. I pulled down the necessary tools and materials from the shelves. Before lighting the fire and beginning my task, I paused for a moment beside the table. My workshop was my battlefield. And I was ready for this fight.