by Park Saenal
Rating: Normal ~ Legendary
An ordinary longsword.
A distinct disadvantage it that anyone can use it easily and comfortably.
User Restriction: Level 300 or higher. Intermedia Sword Mastery level 7. 1,500 strength.
The making of the longsword was plain and simple, without anything special. It was good that it was simple. Grid had produced thousands of longswords, so he could make it with his eyes closed. However, Grid wasn’t careless. The element that had a greatest effect on the result of an item was luck!
What would happen if he carefully made a longsword? There was a possibility that the result would be a normal sword due to his bad luck. Grid had experienced this thousands of times already!
‘It would be different if I could change the production method.’
Grid had accumulated experience and knowledge by making thousands of items. He used that experience and knowledge to change the production method. Grid’s true skill that no one else could do was minimizing the disadvantages of a production method with his own interpretation and highlighting the advantages.
But this time, the rule was to follow the production method. Therefore, Grid couldn’t show off this skill. He was shaking with nerves.
‘This is the organizer’s manipulation…’
It was clear that the rule was made to purely control him. Due to that, the legendary blacksmith had to feel tension against blacksmiths who hadn’t even reached the ranks of a craftsman. The world was unfair.
“Hahh, shi…these evil people. Does it make sense to give a legendary blacksmith a penalty every time?”
Grid barely suppressed his urge to curse. A boy came near him as fire started burning in the furnace. It was a pleasant looking boy with a bright smile.
His ID was Steng. He was 2nd on the blacksmith rankings.
“Grid, it’s been a long time!”
“I agree.”
It was already 2 years. When Irene had just been appointed as rule of Winston, Grid participated in the auction at the lord’s castle and briefly met Steng.
“I was so surprised when I learned later that you were a legendary blacksmith! It’s a truly delightful and glorious memory!”
“I remember… Are you still training under the NPC?”
Steng was a very bright boy. His positive energy was overflowing, making Grid like him. Steng shook his head at Grid’s question.
“I have been independent since last year and now I’m operating a smithy alone.”
“You’re running a smithy alone?”
“Yes! I direct the production and circulation of items so that I can provide consumers with quality items at a reasonable price. I’m also making a higher profit!”
It wasn’t going through an auction house or merchants, so there was less of a burden from sale commissions.
‘Is this good?’
Running a smithy was pleasurable in many ways for a blacksmith. If Grid hadn’t joined up with the Tzedakah Guild, he might be running a smithy now.
“Do you make a lot of money?”
He estimated that Steng was around 18 years old. Based on the fact that he was British, he might already have a license.
‘With these looks and driving a supercar, he can change lovers every week…!’
Grid had a bias towards good looking people, making him feel envious. Steng scratched his head and shrugged.
“Hehet… I can support my grandmother and my sister on behalf of my deceased parents. I’m always happy and thankful for this fact.”
“…”
Somehow, Grid felt like he hadn’t grown up yet. As soon as he made a fortune and cleared his debts, Grid bough a 800 million won car! He coughed while the temperature of the furnace reached the ideal level. Steng watched Grid pouring in iron ore and clapped with admiration.
“Amazing! Your ability to adjust the fire is spectacular!”
Apart from Grid, the other blacksmiths hadn’t been able to start smelting iron ore yet. Adjusting the furnace to the desired temperature was simple and easy for him.
‘I think your skills are much worse than mine.’
Grid clicked his tongue. Steng and the other blacksmiths weren’t able to handle the fire as well as Panmir, the 1st ranked blacksmith who talked highly at the press conference. Panmir was so sloppy that he couldn’t be compared to Khan!
‘This is the first ranked blacksmith.’
It was a disgrace to be nervous about dealing with someone with such low techniques. Grid shook his head and started to concentrate on smelting the iron ore. The impurities in the melted iron ore were filtered out, the orange molten iron emerging from the furnace was brilliant and beautiful.
Gawking.
The eyes of the blacksmiths watching Grid widened.
‘How can he draw out molten iron with such high purity?’
‘So quickly…!’
‘The power of his class!’
The blacksmiths admired and denied it. The reason for Grid’s excellent smelting skill wasn’t his experience and techniques, but a skill of his class. However, Steng thought differently as he watched from beside Grid.
‘This is Grid’s pure talent!’
Grid’s movements were of the highest quality. Steng was 2nd on the blacksmith rankings, meaning he could recognize that such movements weren’t possible by relying on the auto production system.
‘Grid is also doing manual labor!’
Steng’s enthusiasm grew. The legendary blacksmith was showing his true abilities, stimulating Steng. He wanted to do his best to compete with Grid and grow more from this experience.
“Grid! I look forward to going against you!”
“In any case, it’s a game of luck.”
Steng smiled cheerfully and also finished smelting his iron ore. Grid felt surprised by the skill that was different from Panmir and other blacksmiths, causing him to tremble as he once again felt the absurdity of the world.
‘This kid… A person who isn’t a legendary blacksmith has such talent!?’
It was also important to have innate talent. Life was also about talent.
‘How comfortable would I be if I had a talent?’
As he recalled his past, Grid started hammering like crazy.
Chaaeng! Chaaeng!
“…!”
Steng, who was making a frame for the sword shape prior to forging, was surprised. It was because Grid didn’t put the molten iron into the frame. Rather, he chilled it in water and started hammering at it on the anvil.
‘Going ahead with forging without the shape?’
Pouring the molten iron into the frame was important for the shape. No, it was an essential process. For a longsword like they were making now, the frame was required to balance the shape of the blade. Yet Grid omitted that process! He just held it with tongs and started hammering at it.
‘What? Surely he hasn’t given up on the game?’
Steng lost concentration because of his agitation. He couldn’t focus on the quality of his forging as he stared at Grid. It was because the shape wasn’t made by the frame. Rather, the shape was gradually appearing under Grid’s fingertips.
“Wow…”
Grid’s skill transcended common sense. It was more amazing than any NPC Steng had met during his quests. Steng could indirectly guess how many items Grid had made in the meantime.
‘People have misunderstood!’
Was it that easy to be the best in a field? It was impossible to be the best simply by luck. Thus, Steng couldn’t understand or recognize the prejudice of those who dismissed Grid’s abilities as luck simply because he was a legendary blacksmith. And he was sure of it at this moment.
To reach this place, Grid had been working harder than anyone else! As Stein was feeling thrilled, Grid reheated the steel that was in the shape of a blade and kept forging. This was repeated a few times, increasing the strength of the steel. It was also done three times faster than ordinary blacksmiths.
‘Amazing…! You’re really am
azing!’
Steng was convinced.
“Grid, you are a genius who also puts effort in! I respect you!”
“…?”
A genius?
Grid scoffed because it was one of the silliest things he had heard. Grid didn’t know. From the moment he overcame his lacking talent, he had already crossed the wall of mediocrity.
***
“Isn’t this surprisingly interesting?”
“It’s exciting.”
8 hours of making items. People thought it would be boring. Nobody imagined it would be fine to watch blacksmiths hammering in front of a fire for 8 hours. But the situation was different. Despite producing the same items with the same ingredients, the blacksmiths showed different methods of working and it was great to see them working up a sweat in front of hot flames.
The commentator’s witty comments during the work also made it not boring. They sat with friends, family, or lovers and 8 hours passed in a flash.
『 The participants have started to complete their items! 』
『 Ohh…! Look at that glistening sword! Amazing! 』
The swords that the 23 blacksmiths made got a close-up in turn. The basic appearance was the same, but each sword was slightly different.
『 Hey! The 1st ranked Panmir and 2nd ranked Steng have made unique rated swords! The other blacksmiths also made epic rated or rare rated swords with added options… Eh? 』
The information of the swords were disclosed to the audience and viewers. The MC who entered the stadium and checked the longswords was confused.
『L-Legendary blacksmith Grid was the only one who made a normal rated sword…? 』
“Normal?”
The viewers doubted their ears as the camera zoomed in on Grid. Whether he knew it or not.
“Shit…”
Grid’s expression distorted and he eventually couldn’t resist cursing.
The world was in turmoil.
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Chapter 441
Chapter 441
[The production of the ‘Longsword’ has been complete!]
[The experience of the Advanced Blacksmithing Skill Lv. 6 has raised this item’s stats by 9%!]
[The experience of the Intermediate Dwarf Skill Lv 1 has raised this item’s stats by 3.2%!]
[The Intermediate Dwarf skill Lv 1 has tried to plant a feeble ego into this item!]
[Success!]
[The Intermediate Dwarf skill Lv 1 has tried to plant a small change function into this item!]
[Success!]
[A unique rated item is made and all stats will rise by 12!]
Ttiring~
[Powerful and Noble Long Sword]
Rating: Unique
Durability: 450/450 Attack Power: 451
* There is a very rare chance for the sword length to change when attacking.
*Normal attacks will deal an additional 15% damage.
* Accuracy will increase by 7%.
* The durability isn’t easily damaged.
A longsword made with delicate workmanship by the renowned blacksmith Panmir, who has accumulated training in Talima.
The merits of a longsword are highlighted and it is very stable. There is an irregular aspect due to the changing qualities.
The dwarf technique has implanted the creator’s high pride in the sword. It won’t break easily and only the chosen ones can use it.
User Restriction: Level 300 or higher. Intermedia Sword Mastery level 7. 1,500 strength. The user will be selected by the sword.
‘Unbelievable!’
His three and a half years as a blacksmith! According to Satisfy time, Panmia had produced at least 20,000 items over 10 years. Among them, more than 500 items had at least 6 hours invested in them. But despite producing so many items, there were few works that Panmir could proudly claim to be ‘masterpieces.’ This meant he was less likely to produce a top rated item with more efficient options.
But today! In front of the world that was watching, a masterpiece was born! It was perfect timing. He felt like the protagonist of a movie. It was the first time Panmir experienced such bliss in the 50 years he had lived.
“Good!”
Panmir forgot his age and cheered. He was so happy to prove that he was the best blacksmith against Grid, who was just luck to become a legend. He was thrilled that the past few years wasn’t in vain.
‘I won!’
Panmir didn’t doubt it. He was convinced that Grid couldn’t defeat him, even if a legendary rated sword was made. Powerful and noble. He combined the blacksmith skill with the dwarf skill to make the best level 300 two-handed longsword. Then he heard the voice of the MC.
『L-Legendary blacksmith Grid was the only one who made a normal rated sword…? 』
“…!”
The host confirmed the items created by each participant and declared. Panmir and the other blacksmiths were stunned by the host’s words.
The legendary blacksmith Grid made a normal rated item?
It was a situation they couldn’t even imagine.
‘Even the advanced blacksmiths made at least rare rated items…’
‘A legendary blacksmith just needs to press the production button and a rare item will pop out.’
What crazy thing did Grid do to make a normal item? Did he have no luck? There was only one explanation.
‘Did he forget a few ingredients?’
‘The smelting process seemed perfect… Maybe he made a big mistake during the forging process.’
As the blacksmiths were speculating, Steng, who had made a unique sword like Panmir, cried out like he couldn’t understand.
“It isn’t possible for Grid to make a normal rated item!”
Steng had witnessed the skills and concentration of Grid next to him.
“Grid struck the steel three times in the time I took to strike it once. When I was breathing from exhaustion, Grid’s posture was unchanged!”
It was a truth without any exaggeration. Steng believed that a normal rated item couldn’t have been produced unless Grid was a villain who destroyed a galaxy in his previous life.
“Check the item information again! This is obviously a mistake…!”
It happened when Steng kept sticking up for Grid.
“…Shit.”
The deeply frowning Grid let out a curse. He felt tremendous anger. It looked like Grid really had made a normal rated item!
“S-Such a thing…”
A result that completely negated Grid’s skills and efforts was born? Was this the rumored manipulation of the game operators? Steng paused and stared at Grid.
‘Grid is really unlucky…’
Steng fully grasped Grid’s character after a few hours. Then Grid asked him.
“The ownership of the item created… We don’t keep it, do we?”
Grid’s voice was trembling. Steng was able to feel how angry he was and barely managed to nod.
“That’s correct… It was be permanently displayed in the National Competition’s Hall of Fame.”
It meant that a normal rated item produced by the legendary blacksmith would be displayed forward to the people of the world. From Grid’s position, it was embarrassing. There was nothing more disgraceful.
‘I would be ashamed and want to find a hole to hide in…’
Steng was sorry. He was worried that Grid would become frustrated and quit the game. Then Grid grumbled with a deep sigh.
“Hah, I have to return this. It’s ridiculous.”
“…?”
Steng soon realized that something was strange. Wasn’t Grid angry at the wrong thing? The host kept talking.
『 How many of you would expect a legendary blacksmith to produce a normal item? Yes, that’s right! I couldn’t even expect it! 』
The participants gathered in one place and looked at the sword made by Grid. Panmir and Steng’s eyes widened.
‘At first glance, it looks like a plain longsword without anything special, but…’
‘This is huger than anticipated!’
This was a normal rated longsword? In addition to Steng and Panmir, the other blacksmiths started to realize that Grid’s sword was unusual. But they were able to grasp this because they were excellent blacksmiths. The ordinary public was different.
-What type of legendary blacksmith makes normal items? It might be different if he made it in 10 minutes, but hasn’t he been hammering for 8 hours?
-Was he just hammering the air?
-Was he sleeping…? ㅋㅋㅋ
-I’m only a beginner blacksmith, but my analysis is that Grid seems to have very low dexterity. He doesn’t have experience with manual work because he can easily make items with his class, thus not raising his dexterity.
-Is that why the result is so bad? No, there’s no way. No matter how low his dexterity is, won’t there be a compensation effect due to his legendary class? Then how did he make a normal rated item?
-It seems to be the result of his insufficient skills + worst luck.
-Insufficient skills ㅋㅋㅋ His combat skills have increased since last year, so he must’ve neglected his blacksmithing.
-Stop talking nonsense. What evidence is there that Grid’s skills are lacking?
-That’s right. Look at the items that Grid was wearing. He made it himself, so it doesn’t make sense to say that Grid’s skills are bad. This time, he was just unlucky.
-Is there any proof that the items worn were made by Grid? Maybe he obtained them from raids?
There was a thorough discussion on Grid’s blacksmithing skills. To be honest, there was a lot of public criticism and ridicule. People hadn’t forgotten that Grid spent the night with Yura and Jishuka, two of the world’s most beautiful women. At this moment, Grid’s anti-fans were in full active mode.
Meanwhile, South Korea was in an uproar.
(Breaking News) Shocking! The legendary blacksmith Grid made a normal rated item!