Ray opened his artisan panel, selecting the bow and all the remaining points he had. The familiar sensation ran down his hand as the runes shot out and onto the weapon, this time glowing a vibrant green color. His eyes widened as he stared at the weapon, the green runes painting a green snake coiled around the bow limb as they dissipated. After the process had finished, he used appraisal to see what had changed.
Bow of the Constrictor: a bow crafted from a tree branch that once was the home of a young python, its history brought to life by a beginner artisan
Grade: Uncommon
Durability: 100/100
Attributes
Constrictors shot: infuse 30 MP to create an arrow that, upon contact with the target, will take on the shape of the python, and attempt to bind the target
Hmm, based on the description, it seems like the material used to craft the weapon also affects the attributes it gains.
Ray pondered. He was overall happy with the upgrade the weapon received, but he could not help but frown when he saw it lacked Auto repair. He had a theory for why this might be but would have to confirm it when Erith or Chio arrived. It wasn't long before Chio arrived. He looked worse than he did yesterday. The large bags under his eyes seemed to have grown.
“Are you feeling ok?”
Ray asked. Chio sighed before answering.
“To be honest, I spent all night trying to find anything that would help me level up, but I only made it to level four. With the horde being closer than we thought, if this keeps up, I am not sure that I will make it in time.”
Ray contemplated trying to convince Chio to come with him and Erith, but in the end, he decided not to. There were too many people around and he was not sure if Chio would even go along with the plan. His family was surely already losing favor in the Clan with Shin’s death. What would happen then if their only remaining heir fled from his responsibilities? The only reason he thought the elder wouldn't lose his standing was that the old man was still the clan's strongest member. He shook his head, realizing that an awkward amount of time had passed since Chio finished speaking.
“May the heavens will that all three of us will make it in time.”
Ray said. Chio nodded in response before turning to walk towards the gate.
“Hey wait up a second. Would you mind if I look at your sword?”
Chio stopped, turning back towards Ray.
“I don’t see a reason not to. So go ahead.”
He said. He unbelted the sword and handed it to Ray. Grabbing the sword; Ray activated his appraisal skill and focused on the weapon.
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Common Great sword
Grade: Common
Durability: 100/100
Attributes
Lesser Auto Repair
This confirmed his suspicion. It seemed that all the weapons from the trial had the auto repair function, but he was surprised to discover that it was only a lesser variant that he must have upgraded with his infusion.
“Thanks.”
Ray said, handing the blade back to Chio.
“No worries. But if you don’t mind me asking, why did you want to see it?”
Chio responded, taking the sword and belting it to his waist again.
“I have a skill that lets me see the attributes of equipment and I wanted to test it out some more.”
Chio’s eyebrows rose in surprise.
“So you have already reached level five?”
“Yes, how did you know?”
Ray responded.
“I heard from my parents that you get your first skill selection at level five.”
He passed for a moment before bowing his head.
“I would be ever indebted to you if you showed me your hunting spot.”
Ray thought for a moment before agreeing to show him where it was during the walk back. After all, chances were that he would leave the clan tonight. Chio bowed to him once more before walking towards the gate again. Ray stayed behind seeing Erith approaching and walked over to meet her. She carried her staff on her back, and she wore a new longsword at her hip. She had a troubled expression on her face as she walked towards Ray.
“I'm sure my grandfather has already informed you of what we are to do if I fail today.”
She said in a whisper, a frown adorning her face. Ray nodded.
“I'm going to try my hardest today to make sure that we don’t have to go through with such a cowardly act.”
She continued. After seeing his response.
“I wish you luck, but even if we have to go through with it, let's use it as a chance to get strong enough to destroy the horde on our own.”
“How? You heard my grandfather's story, didn’t you? If we get strong enough to defeat a horde, then that thing will come for us.”
“Not if we leave the forest of Carinthia. I have already heard of a town that does not have to move because of the hordes south of here. If we go there and get stronger, then we can return and defeat the hordes before they know what hit them.”
Ray said. Erith contemplated what he said for a minute before responding.
“That just might work. I am still going to try to meet the goal set for me today, but if I cannot, that sounds like a fine plan.”
She said. Ray stared into her eyes for a few moments, seeing a fire burning within.
“Everyone gather around.”
The voice of the lead hunter called out. They both looked at each other for a moment longer before turning in his direction and walking over to hear what the man had to say.
“Today we have found a pack of wolves that are not too far from the clan. This hunt will be more dangerous than the last one, but with high risk comes high reward. Every wolf that you slay will be worth three gold coins with assists netting you one coin. I expect all of you to work hard today with a horde coming closer. I'm sure that you all know the risks of not improving.”
A few people looked over at Ray and Erith as the man finished speaking. Ignoring the glances, they shared a nod before the group headed out into the forest once more. After traveling for an hour, they reached the area that the wolf pack called home. The skeletal remains of a few deer making the area. The group of hunters slowly crept through the forest, coming upon a few members of the pack sleeping under a large tree. As the hunt leader signaled a halt, he sent out scouts to locate any other nearby wolves. The group tensed as they expected the battle to come. A blood-curdling scream rang out from the direction one scout went in and all hell broke loose.