Golden Equipment
"Big brother, do you happen to know the growth star ratings for the unique hidden profession?" Beside Longteng Wanli stood a stalwart figure, named Long Zhenghudou.
Longteng Wanli, with a lavish gesture, issued a system announcement. He naturally saw it and thus posed this question.
It's worth noting that hidden professions, especially the rarer unique hidden professions, are extremely scarce in the entire game. Most players conceal their growth star ratings and are reluctant to reveal them. Occasionally, a few hidden professions are exposed, but as for the unique hidden professions, there has been no information to date.
"One River Cold Water himself claims to have all four stars," Longteng Wanli did not conceal this information from his brother.
"Hiss!"
Long Zhenghudou inhaled sharply, finding it hard to believe, "All four stars?!"
"Growth star ratings are crucial. In the future, upon reaching the second and third advancements, the star ratings will undoubtedly change, creating a greater gap. I'll focus on obtaining the hidden profession for now, preferably the unique hidden profession!" Longteng Wanli solemnly declared. "Step by step, this period, I won't focus on leveling up; I must secure the hidden profession first."
"Good, I'll have the brothers in the guild help gather information for you."
"Okay."
...
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Your mission, "Clearing Wild Rats," has been completed. You can now go to the mentor's place to claim your reward!
Leaving the cave, Jiang Han peacefully brushed through for over an hour, finally reaching the goal of exterminating 500 demonized wild rats.
If the wild rats swarmed, his efficiency would increase by at least ten times. However, having experienced the advantage of "Evil Aura" before, he didn't mind the drawbacks it brought.
Simultaneously, he reached level 20, wearing the Yellow Rock Armor and Black Iron Wristguard, significantly boosting his defense.
Returning to the Dark City, Jiang Han found Daniel inside the Lord's Mansion and said, "Mentor, I have successfully completed the mission and also cleared the source of demonized wild rats."
"Oh?"
Daniel, who was brewing potions in the hall, turned around upon seeing Jiang Han, suddenly stunned. "Your... your attack..."
Daniel could see Jiang Han's character panel.
When he left, Jiang Han's attack was only a little over 200. Now, with just a few level increases, the attack had reached 750, truly unbelievable.
"Fortune smiled upon me," Jiang Han did not choose to disclose the reason.
Certainly, Daniel had sworn to the God of Oaths to nurture him properly, but just in case, Jiang Han felt it was better to keep a low profile.
"Hmm..."
Daniel pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, "It seems you've gained quite a remarkable talent. Since you're not willing to share, I won't inquire. So, what equipment do you wish to obtain?"
What do I want?
Hearing Daniel's question, Jiang Han was somewhat astonished, "Can I choose myself?"
Taking the initiative to select mission rewards caught him off guard.
"Of course!"
Daniel laughed heartily, "I've said before, I will use the resources of the Dark City to cultivate you. It wouldn't be good to deceive you!"
"Thank you, mentor."
Jiang Han felt a warmth in his heart, looked at his own equipment, took out the Rat King Sword, and said, "Mentor, actually, I obtained a decent weapon, but its level requirement is quite high. Is there a way to lower the equipment's level requirement?"
The Rat King Sword requires level 25, meaning he still has to use the Wild Bison Sword obtained from the first kill in the novice village before reaching level 25, which is a bit of a drag.
However, everything can't be forced. He asked purely out of curiosity. If it's not possible, he can choose to let Daniel reward a suitable weapon.
Daniel took the Rat King Sword, looked at it, and nodded, "This equipment is still quite good for you at the moment."
After speaking, he returned the weapon to Jiang Han.
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Congratulations on completing the mission, "Clearing Wild Rats." Reward: Experience +150,000, C-grade item "Blessed Pearl"!
"Swoosh!"
A golden light surged, and Jiang Han's level reached 21!
Blessed Pearl?
Jiang Han opened his inventory and immediately saw a green pearl —
[Blessed Pearl](C-grade)
Introduction: This is not a gift from the heavens, but the painstaking effort of a blacksmith.
Effect: Reduces the level requirement for wearing silver-grade and below equipment by 10 levels.
Good stuff!
Jiang Han joyfully said, "Thank you, mentor!"
"Give it a try," Daniel patted Jiang Han's shoulder.
Without hesitation, Jiang Han used the Blessed Pearl.
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Please choose the equipment for which you want to reduce the level requirement!
"Rat King Sword!"
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: The level requirement for wearing the Rat King Sword is reduced by 10 levels!
When the Blessed Pearl disappeared, Jiang Han checked the equipment attributes again. The level requirement for the Rat King Sword had indeed become 15, and he could equip it now!
In that case...
Jiang Han decisively took out the Heaven's Blessing Bead and inquired, "Mentor, I've decided to use the Heaven's Blessing Bead to enhance the level of the Rat King Sword. Do you think it's appropriate?"
Heaven's Blessing Bead can unconditionally upgrade equipment to the gold grade. The earlier it's used, the greater the advantage.
"...Where did you get the Heaven's Blessing Bead?" Daniel's expression was astonished. "This thing is much more valuable than the Blessed Pearl."
"Lucky find," Jiang Han awkwardly smiled.
He didn't know how to explain. Should he say it was a gift from the system?
That might not be appropriate.
"Well, I think it's good." Daniel didn't inquire further. Instead, he answered Jiang Han's question, "Heaven's Blessing Beads come in various grades. The one in your hand is of relatively lower quality. Using it to upgrade the Rat King Sword won't make you lose out."
"Okay, then I'll use it." Jiang Han nodded and, with anticipation, used the Heaven's Blessing Bead.
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Please choose the equipment whose quality you want to upgrade! (Note: Only applicable to silver-grade and below equipment)
"Rat King Sword!"
"Swoosh!"
Suddenly, the Heaven's Blessing Bead in Jiang Han's left hand emitted a dazzling azure brilliance, then transformed into a misty substance resembling smoke, slowly flowing into the Rat King Sword held in his right hand.
"Humming..."
The Rat King Sword trembled slightly, its sharpness revealed. The silver-colored hilt turned into gold, and mysterious patterns appeared on both sides of the blade.
The entire process lasted for two minutes.
When the Heaven's Blessing Bead completely disappeared, the Rat King Sword finally completed its advancement. Jiang Han just held it, feeling a surge of powerful force entering his right arm, greatly enhancing his strength.
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Under the influence of the Heaven's Blessing Bead, your weapon, the "Rat King Sword," has advanced to the "Cold Cloud Sword"!
[Cold Cloud Sword](Gold Grade)
Attack: 150-180
Effect: +15% Attack, +20% Attack Speed
Additional Effect: +10% Lifesteal
Required Level: 20
Introduction: The Rat King Sword, with the assistance of the Heaven's Blessing Bead, has been upgraded, becoming a more sharp and formidable divine weapon.
...
Gripping the Cold Cloud Sword, Jiang Han swung it a few times in the void, his heart surging, "Gold grade is indeed a tier higher than silver!"
The Rat King Sword's upper attack limit was only 80 points, while the Cold Cloud Sword reached an astonishing 180, more than doubling.
It's important to note that the attack given by the weapon is base attack. After adding the percentage increase, coupled with the overbearing amplification of innate talents, it's not as simple as just 180 points.
However, just as he was preparing to check the equipment's attributes, another abrupt system sound rang out —
"Ding! ~"
System Prompt: Your strength has entered a brand-new level, reaching the standard of a Silver-grade BOSS. Title change!