Equipment updates
Alas!
Jiang Han sighed deeply, expressing his helplessness, "The system is truly overbearing..."
Despite the lackluster performance of the growth star ratings, Jiang Han reluctantly accepted the reality. After all, in terms of total star ratings, there was an increase of thirty-four stars compared to before, which was decent.
Subsequently, Jiang Han retracted the Dark Thunder Sky Tiger.
While mounts could indeed facilitate flight, true powerhouses like him often relied on their own abilities for aerial navigation.
Relying on a mount?
Humph!
Such behavior is for the weak!
"Boom!"
Three pairs of pure white wings emerged from his back and gracefully unfolded.
Sensing his ability to effortlessly control the wings, Jiang Han took a deep breath. While attempting flight, he mercilessly voiced, "I want to soar even higher..."
The wings flapped gently, causing Jiang Han to lift off the ground with ease.
However, just as he was about to enter the air, a strong oppressive force descended, forcefully bringing him back to the ground.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Please note that due to your affiliation with Seaheart City and insufficient permissions, flying is not allowed within the safety zone!
Jiang Han: "..."
Insufficient permissions?
I'm baffled. Is this even a thing?
Feeling regretful for the unfulfilled heavenly melody, he summoned the Dark Thunder Sky Tiger, using the mount to increase his movement speed.
In essence, the mount's contribution to strength should not be underestimated. A rational person like him naturally found nothing inappropriate.
Arriving at the Dwarven clan's residence, Jiang Han entered the forge. Seeing Shazo already guiding other Dwarves, it seemed the equipment had been crafted successfully.
"Master Shazo!"
Jiang Han greeted warmly, smiling, "I've come to collect three or even four pieces of Earth-grade equipment."
"Four pieces are truly beyond my ability," Shazo scratched his nose, awkwardly saying, "However, the three Earth-grade pieces crafted by me will definitely not disappoint you."
Saying so, he took out three pieces of equipment from the package and handed them to Jiang Han. The Scorpion King Boots needed no further explanation. The other two were a golden-glowing ring and a majestic-looking rock-colored helmet—
[Flowing Light Ring] (Earth-grade)
Attack: 1000-1050
Life: 150,000
Effect: Attack +70%
Effect: Attack Speed +30%
Special Skill: [Radiant Shelter]
Required Level: 100
Introduction: A rare ring forged around the core of a luminous yellow crystal. Exceptional due to being crafted by a divine-level blacksmith, pushing the material's performance to its limits.
[Radiant Shelter] (A-grade): Instantly releases a strong light interference, cooldown: one hour
[Rockhelm] (Earth-grade)
Defense: 1000-1050
Life: 40,000
Effect: Defense +80%
Additional: Sturdy, additional 5000 points to base life
Required Level: 100
Introduction: A masterpiece from the Earth-grade equipment crafted by the divine-level blacksmith, Dwarf Clan Leader Shazo. Outstanding defense performance, ensuring you can traverse through a rain of arrows with ease, taking fewer hits on the forehead.
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Both the ring and the helmet had impressive attributes. The Scorpion King Boots also gained the "Easy Mastery" special skill, reducing the required level by 30. Therefore, without hesitation, Jiang Han donned them all and replaced the leggings rewarded by the system as the second wave of boss loot—
[Thunderfire Legguards]
Defense: 950-980
Life: 42,000
Effect: Life +50%
Effect: Defense +30%
Additional: Tenacious, additional 100 points to base attack
Required Level: 100
Introduction: Legguards crafted by smelting the carcass of a Thunderfire Beast. Remarkably sturdy.
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"It seems Brother Jiang Han's strength has made great strides this time!" Shazo immediately noticed Jiang Han's significant increase in strength and congratulated him with a smile.
"All thanks to Master Shazo's efforts."
Jiang Han complimented, taking out Jiang Han, but found that even with the substantial growth in basic attack star ratings, gripping it was still quite challenging. Perhaps the effect of the Obsidian Heart was at play once again—
[Jiang Han] (Divine-grade)
Attack: 7000-7500
Attack: +230%
Current Attack Speed: +10%
Additional: Ignores 35% of the opponent's defense
Effect: Life-stealing +20%
Additional Effect: Critical rate +20%, Critical damage +50%
Special Skills: [Super Bloodsucking]
Special Skills: [Phantom Transformation]
Special Skills: [Godslayer Strike] (Temporarily unusable)
Special Effects: [Obsidian Heart]
Required Level: 100
Required Reputation: 300,000
Bound Player: Jiang Han
Additional Restrictions: Cannot be traded after blood binding, cannot be dropped, cannot be discarded
Introduction: A divine weapon forged from countless rare ore materials. It will either shock the world, drink the blood of the strong, or end in obscurity with no one paying attention. The outcome remains unknown.
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The increase in basic attack values was exaggerated. Additionally, percentage attack and defense ignore were also improved. However, the only regret was the 10% reduction in attack speed enhancement, making it even more challenging than before.
Seemingly understanding Jiang Han's thoughts, Shazo, as the craftsman, reminded, "The Obsidian Crystal is an extraordinary item, and the weapon it forges is exceptionally heavy. If you want to maintain the ability to wield it, you may need to put in more effort..."
"Mm."
Jiang Han nodded, indicating his understanding.
Next, he returned to the Eastern District, conveniently heading to the Demon God's Treasury to search for skills or items that could enhance basic attack. Moreover, completing the side plot quest, obtaining the inheritance of the Annihilation Wind, would also bring substantial benefits.
For now, the weight of Jiang Han did not pose a significant challenge.
"Oh right!"
Jiang Han thought of something and curiously asked, "There's a skill on this weapon that I can't use. Is it due to insufficient strength?"
Jiang Han had a total of three skills attached to him. "Super Bloodsucking" could increase attack by 2% for each person, stacking up to 50 layers, resulting in a maximum increase of 100% attack in group battles. While "Phantom Transformation" might not be shining now, it would undoubtedly come in handy in future long-range combat situations.
Only "Godslayer Strike" had gray-colored skills, marked as temporarily unusable, leaving Jiang Han clueless.
"I cannot answer that." Shazo shook his head, patiently explaining, "Although I am a blacksmith, the special skills bestowed by weapons, apart from a few I can control, many are granted by the rules. This is the wonder of forging..."
"Very well."
Jiang Han could only temporarily let it go.
Given the name "Godslayer Strike," he could tell that it was powerful. He could only assume that his current strength was not enough.
Bidding farewell to Shazo, Jiang Han went to find Ralph.
On the way, he opened his package and checked the rewards given by the system.
Alas!
There are
too many areas for improvement, and it's a kind of distress!
[Enhancement Bead] (S-grade)
Introduction: A bead that can make equipment more powerful, extremely rare
Effect: Can freely choose one piece of equipment to enhance strength (Note: there is a high probability of requiring a level, please use with caution)
Limitation: Effective on celestial-grade and below equipment
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Perhaps it would be better to leave it for celestial-grade equipment, but his current strength was crucial. Besides, his goal was to quickly enhance his strength and secure the first kill on the celestial-grade boss.
Furthermore, he had an SS-grade plot quest on him. The quest requirement happened to be inside the Demon God's Treasury, meaning he had to complete the quest as soon as he entered, without delay.
As a prison, the sixth floor of the Demon God's Treasury would undoubtedly be extremely dangerous. He didn't like the idea of keeping things around to plan and make the most of them, only to end up helping others.
"Ding!~"
System prompt: Would you like to use the item [Enhancement Bead]?
"Yes!"