Chapter 7_ Northern End Cave (2)

After entering the Northern End Cave and reaching the end of it, Lexus and the knights that escorted him were able to witness the overwhelming sight of all types of battle gear piled up like a mountain.

They had experienced the hardships of the cave, as the difficulty was very high; however, because the knights were somewhat competent, they were able to make it through without anyone dying, though some suffered grave injuries.

'Well I definitely saw someone in a distance that died on the trap so maybe that was Greed?'

As Lexus thought about this, it was mentioned in the novel that Greed had experienced all the hardships, deaths, and many of his Items were destroyed within the Northern End Cave. Looking around, the names of the brilliant battle gear were in a colorful mix of green, yellow, and purple. If a person were to take even just a few of these, they would become a rich man! Lexus wanted to take them all, but it was impossible.

[This item can't be obtained.]

'The same as the novel. I'm hoping I could get them as I am an NPC but I guess, its not.'

The even the knights had sadness on their faces. Items that couldn't be acquired, despite them being right in front of them. When they put it in the bag, it would return to its original spot like a mirage. In the end, Lexus could only stare at the items with longing and regret. Indeed… If someone could obtain all of these, Satisfy's economic balance might crumble.

'Well that's fine. I didn't come here for the battle gears in the first place.'

Lexus soothed his mind and turned his attention away from the pile of battle gear. On a shiny gold table, he saw an old book.

"Everyone, step back for a moment."

Lexus then raised his hand and signaled the knights to stay put and not touch anything. Even he, though, didn't know that there might be a trap that could annihilate them all.

The knights nodded in understanding and remained in their position. They knew why Lexus was wary; they had experienced the difficulty of the traps firsthand. Hearing the young prince, all the greed in their eyes faded, but seeing the battle gears that could not be obtained no matter what, their faces switched with pained expressions.

Then, he tapped his finger on the book, but didn't pick it up.

'I'll leave this here. I don't want to change Greed's destiny so much as I don't know the consequences of doing that.'

As the plot of the novel was centered around the protagonist, Lexus had no intention of ruining or changing it for simple greed. If he took the item that changed everything for Greed, he didn't know the karma he'd experience, but definitely, it would be grave and fatal for him. Also, it wasn't like he had no other ways to benefit from it.

'I had no intention of provoking his plot armor.'

Thinking to himself, notifications appeared in his vision.

[You have acquired the legendary craftsman's rare book!]

[It isn't in a proper state. Appraisal is needed to check the details.]

Seeing the system prompt, Lexus had a grin on his face.

"Great Sage."

« Confirmed. »

Appraising the book is not a problem for Lexus as Great Sage had the sub-ability, Analytical Appraisal. The ability to analyze and appraise a target.

[Pagma's Rare Book]

Rating: Legendary

[This is a book that contains the technique of Pagma, the blacksmith who transcended human limits, the person who open this book can become a Legendary Blacksmith.

Effects: Become Pagma's Successor

* The level and stats will change when used.]

[Legendary Item has been found.]

[Reputation will rise by 500 across the continent.]

'It really is Pagma's Rare Book. Back in my previous life. I was a fan of the novel. I sometimes got into my chunni delusion that I am the protagonist and now this book is in my hands.'

Lexus showed a smile seeing the description. As a fan of the novel, he sometimes longed to be the one who obtained this book and receive the benefits of it.

「 You are already my successor yet you still wanted that. I am a greater legend than Pagma so that thing is unnecessary. 」

Madra, a legend from the same generation as Pagma, expressed his opinion on the matter. As the Undefeated King, Madra had a high pride in himself, believing that he was a greater legend than Pagma. He didn't really like it when Lexus would still need to obtain another legacy of a legend to become stronger, as he felt that he already had one through his own accomplishments.

'Yes...yes. You're greater and more amazing than Pagma and I agree with that but…'

Lexus replied to Madra through the link so that no one could notice and continued with a provoking tone.

'Then if I become the successor of both the Undefeated King and Pagma, I'll be a greater legend than the two of you, right?'

「 … 」

Silent, Madra could not rebuke that. Right, if Lexus were to benefit from the legacies of the two legends, it would be bound for him to grow and surpass the two legends in their prime, as the legacies were the strongest and the best in their respective fields.

'Great Sage, do what you had to do on this book for me.'

Without hesitation, Lexus eagerly spoke of his unique skill to begin the ceremony that he had been waiting for. The same process happened when Great Sage analyzed the old sheath of Madra.

After a while, Great Sage had finished and started sending the informations to his mind which made Lexus groaned for a bit because of the flooding informations in his mind.

Ignoring the slight dizziness, Lexus smiled, finally seeing the notifications that he had been waiting to see and the moment that he had spent several days traveling to witness.

[The legendary second class 'Pagma's Successor' has been acquired.]

[You are the first to achieve two legendary classes with a remarkable method.]

[It is truly a great achievement!! The title 'Glimpsed the Myths' has been acquired!]

[You are a competent individual. The skill level of all acquired skills will increase faster. Two points will also be added to all stats acquired every time you level up as an achievement reward.]

[Good Luck stat has been opened as an achievement reward.]

[Glimpsed the Myths]

[The minimum qualification to raise your class rating to 'Myth.']

Myth…!

Most people already knew about it. The highest rating in Satisfy was myth, not legendary. They were able to know this because there were all types of myths scattered around the world and gods or other transcendent beings existed. Also, a legendary second class was an uncharted territory but he was able to obtain it.

'The Successor of two great legends...Madra and Pagma…The legendary undefeated king and the legendary blacksmith!'

It was a great feeling of accomplishment to obtain the legendary class before anyone else. He gained 10 stat points per level and received an additional two stat points for each stat point at every level-up.

It was great and had a beneficial effect, especially for Lexus as he is still a Level 1 and therefore benefitted from the very beginning.

The Pagma's Successor is a legendary production item. Normally, the point of the game is to enjoy the thrill of battle. However, a blacksmith would have to sweat and hammer away at an iron in front of a fire.

It was, indeed!

'Labor'

However, his other legendary class is a combat class, and he can still swing his sword at the enemies. Feeling very happy about this moment, a notification window appears in front of Lexus.

[Dexterity stat has opened.]

[Blacksmith's Craftsmanship skill has been created.]

[Blacksmith's Craftsmanship skill has been mastered.]

[Blacksmith's Appraisal skill has been created.]

[Blacksmith's Appraisal skill has been mastered.]

[Blacksmith's Patience has been created.]

[Blacksmith's Patience has been mastered.]

[Blacksmith's Disassembly skill has been created.]

[Blacksmith's Disassembly skill has been mastered.]

[Blacksmith's Repair skill has been created.]

[Blacksmith's Repair skill has been mastered.]

[All blacksmith skills have been mastered to the pinnacle and the skills of the legendary blacksmith have been opened.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Craftsmanship skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Discernment skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Appraisal skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Patience skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Repair skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Disassembly skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Breath skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Blessing skill has been created.]

[The Legendary Blacksmith's Creation skill has been created.]

In the case of dexterity, it was a basic stat possessed by all users with a production-related class.

Lexus smiled widely as he saw the notifications. Fortunately, he wasn't facing the knights; otherwise, they might have been creeped out by his sudden smile, which had come out of nowhere. They might even have thought that he was crazy.

'Status Window.'

Without thinking much, Lexus eagerly inspected what he gained.

[Status Window]

「Name: Lexus

Level: 1

Class: Undefeated King's Successor

Second Class: Pagma's Successor

* The probability of adding additional options when making items will increase.

* The probability of item enhancement will increase.

* All equipment items can be worn unconditionally. However, the is a penalty depending on the rating of the item.

Titles: One Who Became a Legend, Peerless Talent, Glimpsed the Myths.

Health: 3,040

Mana: 20

Strength: 190 Stamina: 190

Agility: 190 Intelligence: 10 Dexterity: 10

Charm: 10 Dignity: 10 Insight: 10

Composure: 10 Indomitable: 10

Super Sensitivity: 10 Good Luck: 10

Skills: Undefeated King's Swordsmanship (SSS), Legendary Blacksmith Skills (S). Great Sage (A), Plunderer (A), Sword of Ember (B),

Passive Skills: Intermediate Sword Mastery (C).

The secret third son of King Wiesbaden, the Successor of Madra and Pagma. A son of a royalty and the one who follows two legends' paths so your potential is outstanding.」

Lexus who was looking at his status window, smiled and closed his eyes, thinking about what route for the future to follow. With the legendary classes, he will have an easier breakthrough among the powerhouses. In addition, he can also gain and complete some hidden quests easily than others with his increase in potential.

Well, that's it. He can now only look forward to it...

Even though his legendary classes seems false to truly exist, his luck value shouldn't be so low. In fact, when Lexus saw his property panel. He stayed calm and even felt more fortunate when carefully examining some of his attributes.

This is worthy of a legendary potential. Being so strong at level 1 with the current attributes is already amazing. If he goes to a starter village right now, he can kill all the level 1 noobs. This is completely like fighting a child with a knife.

The class ratings in this virtual game are very important. They almost represent the ultimate upper limit for an NPC.

'Well enough about this internal monologue.'

Lexus chuckled in his mind and redirected his attention back to the battle gears around.

'I might be unable to obtain all of these but unlike before, I can do something about it.'

With a class benefit of being Pagma's Successor, Lexus was eager on trying on what he had in mind.

[Item Understanding]

[Pagma's Successor can understand the materials and principles of the item by using, disassembling, or repairing the equipment items. The higher the level of understanding, the more efficiently one can handle the items. If you have a 100% understanding, you can learn how to make that item.]

The higher his level of understanding, the fewer penalties there would be and he could even get the production method.

Ordinary blacksmiths had to pay a large amount of money to obtain production methods. However, Lexus could get them for free, as long as he increased his knowledge. Additionally, he had a great advantage over others because he possessed a unique skill that made everything easier for him.

'Great Sage, let's appraise every battle gears. Try to analyze every pieces if it might work.'

« Orders received. Analysis will now commence. »

The knights were then confused as they looked at Lexus. They saw him walking towards various pieces of armor and weapons, but instead of picking them up, he just tapped his fingers on each item and then proceeded to the next. What they didn't know was that Lexus was doing something that could potentially disrupt the balance of power in their world.

[Your understanding of the Headhunter's Silver Armor is now at 100%. You will be able to use the Headhunter's Silver Armor perfectly.]

[You have learned how to make the Headhunter's Silver Armor.]

Then after going to the next item...

[Your understanding of the Shalue Boots is now at 100%. You will be able to use the Shalue Boots perfectly.]

[You have learned how to make the Shalue Boots.]

[Your understanding...]

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