My alter ego is becoming a big shot - Episode 237
#237
In Taraq (2)
-Entity Name: Howard
-Race: Dwarf
-Common Attributes: 「Mind Herb」, 「Persona」, 「Super Recovery」, 「Bright Scenery Index」, 「Supernatural Strength」, 「Nervousness」, 「Visiting」, 「Xenoglossy」」
-Object characteristics: 「Craftsmanship」, 「Dwarven creative logic」, 「Song of Fire and Metal」, 「Spirit of Craftsman」, 「Metallurgy」, 「Precision Craftsmanship」」
-Special Note: He has surpassed the apprenticeship level and has become a full-fledged dwarven craftsman. It has strong resistance to both fire and metal properties. Due to the influence of the 'elixir of growth', additional growth corrections are being applied to all actions..
Dwarven secret learned from Zaonic, 「Spirit of the Craftsman」」.
To put it simply, it was the ability to go beyond ordinary production and create something more special... that is, a magic tool..
The power to engrave mystery by pouring mana into an object through a pure manufacturing process, without the help of magic circuits or magic circles..
Of course, this is only possible if you make the best effort using good materials, so it's not like you can just randomly produce magic tools..
At least he was able to use it comfortably on much better terms than others..
‘It is also a branch of the world tree. Performance is solid..’
It is truly the ultimate fuel for fire..
Just by being touched by the flame, the metal used as the material gained special power, and this became the basis for using the “Craftsman’s Soul.”.
It was not for nothing that high-level craftsmen were fascinated by the branches of the World Tree..
“A full-body suit for all-purpose combat? Hey, isn’t that just full body armor??”
different!
Anyway, very different!
‘But if you just say that, you won't be able to convince me properly..’
After all, it was best to show it with results..
Howard nodded resolutely as he held up the completed arm parts and inspected the internal parts made of “precision work.”.
Made with the knowledge of the Earth that was still being learned even while engraving Zaonic's teachings into one's body - parts assembled and interconnected as if connected to each other..
Naturally, each and every one of those parts contained the “spirit of a craftsman” and had special potential..
‘Although the level of materials used is still low and there is not much technology that can reproduce it,.’
Since it was only a prototype, there was plenty of room for further development..
What he has to do is to localize the design, which is a culmination of all kinds of engineering knowledge and technologies from around the world, so that it can be used here and make it a reality..
Even as he was consolidating his decision, Jaonic continued to speak..
“Well, once it's completed and the strengthening enchantment is added, it should create an amazing armor. It may not be a very novel method, though. I heard that all members of the Imperial Guard Knights were armed with armor like that..”
I knew that too.
Heinrich's armor, the Guard of Glory, which is currently being repaired at the Great Temple of Roselia, was also made in a similar way..
In fact, all of the world's top armor was manufactured using such a process..
“Well, just wait and see! 'Cause I'm gonna show you something that's just gonna make your jaw drop!”
“Ohh? You are very confident..”
“Ah, it's obvious!”
Howard grunted but with a confident attitude, he neatly packed up the completed parts..
Now I only have one arm.
There was a lot of work left to do besides this, including creating everything else, additional magical processes, and connecting energy sources.···.
‘Let’s do it step by step, step by step. From the beginning, I never thought I would be able to complete it so quickly..’
There was plenty of time anyway thanks to the time difference, so there was no need to rush too much and miss out on work..
In a situation where ideals and reality intersect.
In a workshop in Tarak, his small dream was slowly taking shape..
***
In the middle of a spacious bedroom full of antique decorations.
“Phew—ha—.”
On a large bed in the center, a child who appeared to be no more than five or six years old was breathing deeply and flapping his arms and legs..
‘It's definitely amazing.’
It's already been two days since that kid, Horus, came to this world..
All he did during that time was stay in Hubert's mansion, rolling around on the bed and repeating "Polymorph" to get used to being in two bodies.···.
‘Are dragons like this in the first place, or is the effect of the elixir that great?.’
Probably both.
He was able to experience clearly what it was like to become stronger just by breathing..
「Under the influence of “the ruler of all things,” the mana sucked into the lungs along with breathing circulates through the body and is absorbed into the dragon heart located in the heart..
In the process, as the energy contained in the heart grew, the physical correction provided by the “Gold Dragon” also became stronger..
‘So it was harder to adapt..’
Even so, it was a dragon body that was on a different level from the other races I had experienced so far, but it took longer than expected because my senses were out of sync with getting used to it..
“Utcha—!”
But that was only a little while ago.
Horus lightly bounced his back from his lying position, stood up, and checked his body condition again..
Although his appearance was still the same as in his initial youthful state, the things that a body that was completely under control could do were on a completely different level in terms of efficiency..
‘I'm not used to being a dragon yet, but it doesn't matter since I'll usually be in human form anyway..’
If dragons known to be extinct, especially hatchling hatchlings, suddenly appear, it will have quite a stir on the continent..
Of course, that's not a bad way to earn karma, but there's a good chance that going forward before you have definite power will be a hassle..
‘Let's go to the front only after we have certain strength. If possible, find a way to grow the appearance.’
It's only been two days since entering Outerica..
There was still a lot to think about..
When I first came up with the dragon avatar, I was drawing a majestic picture of him fighting the immortal king on top of the Bone Dragon, with the hero Heinrich on his back.···.
If things continued like this, there was no time when we would be able to produce that wonderful scene..
‘In order to gain power quickly, it would be a good idea to start by learning magic. That would have good synergy with “Dragon Magic.” If you increase your strength like that, somehow···.’
like that.
The moment Horus was immersed in a brief thought—.
“Indeed, it is definitely a hatchling..”
In a room where he was apparently alone, a stranger's voice was suddenly heard..
“Ugh?!”
Horus was truly startled by the sound and jumped up..
He hurriedly took a few steps back from the direction of the sound, lowered his posture and guarded the area..
‘when?’
This is Hubert's residence..
It goes without saying, but it was a place with stricter security than I, who usually carries all kinds of magic tools..
It is a place where barriers and magic tools are activated in multiple layers, making it impossible for even those at the highest level to easily infiltrate..
However, ignoring all the defenses, he came inside without any rat or bird knowing, and immediately recognized the identity of Horus, who had completely transformed into a human child..
He looked nervous and glared at the intruder in front of him, a man in his 30s with dark blonde hair and yellow eyes..
Horus's sharp round eyes and the man's tired, dull gaze were intertwined..
But even for a moment.
‘what?’
Horus took a closer look at the other person due to the tingly feeling he felt from the moment he met him..
I was soon able to instinctively recognize the identity of the intruder..
‘Dragon!’
A dragon that has disappeared from the continent's history for a long time and is now said to be extinct..
There was a gold dragon in front of him that could be said to be his kin..
“I thought I was trapped because I was inside the barrier, but that wasn't the case. It's a good thing you came in quietly..”
The unidentified dragon looked around lightly and nodded slowly..
Then, turning his gaze back to Horus, he slightly twitched the corners of his mouth and opened his mouth in an awkward voice that seemed to have forced kindness..
“I am Shurihatgen, the Elder Dragon of the Gold Clan. Little hatchling, what is your name??”
When it comes to elder dragons, they are a level above the ordinary Jackie Chan and below the most senior Ancient..
A living witness to history that has lived for thousands of years, and a disaster-like being that possesses such power..
“···Horus.”
“Horus?”
In response, Horus tried to suppress his childish instinct to stretch out like a child, pouted his lips, and blurted out his own name..
I know that the other person probably didn't come to me with bad intentions, but since it was the other person, I couldn't just relax and deal with it comfortably..
And thanks to being so nervous.
“···What a strange name..”
He was barely able to swallow the words that were about to come out reflexively when Shurihatgen, who was tilting his head, blurted out a word..
‘your name is weirder!’
My heart was pounding inside, I couldn't help it..
***
As expected, Schrihartgen came purely out of goodwill..
To be more precise, it was to protect the last hatchling of a clan that was thought to have already been extinct..
“···I was able to fulfill my duty unexpectedly. This too must be a favor from Drakkarion. After even Hurayone got hit by those guys, I thought it was the end of the Gold clan..”
In that way, he told the family's secret story in a voice steeped in melancholy..
The moment when even the last remaining hatchling was sacrificed after a long war..
‘Hurayone?’
And Horus tilted his head at the name he had heard somewhere before.—.
Suddenly, a memory from the past flashed through my mind and I realized where I had seen it..
『Gold Dragon Hatchling Heureione's Dragon Heart (910,000)』
‘Oh, that···.’
The Dragon Heart, which served as a medium for Horus himself..
It was the owner's name, which didn't have much meaning..
Feeling somewhat embarrassed, he slowly turned his gaze to the side and looked away..
“···It wasn't my child, but everyone in the clan loved it. He was as cute as he was playful, so even when I was scolding him, I didn't know... Oh, my..”
Shurihatgen, who was deep in his memories, stopped talking when he saw Horus' reaction, and then looked apologetic as if he had misunderstood something..
“I'm sorry. When I look at you, I somehow think of that child, so stop. It would be rude to both sides to be so remorseful..”
The old dragon lightly bows its head with an apology.).
Before Horus could say anything at that sincere look, he opened his mouth again and continued what he was saying..
“In fact, no matter where you come from or what you are. It doesn't really matter now.”
···It seems he also had doubts about the existence of Horus..
Well, wasn't it right after we finished talking about the death of the last hatchling?.
But now, suddenly, another hatchling suddenly appeared, so it was only natural..
A moment of silence passed between the two dragons who looked at each other for a moment..
Instead of Horus, who had nothing to say and kept his mouth shut, it was Shreehatgen who opened his mouth first again..
“However, you must be the last hatchling of the Gold clan left in this world.···”
He made eye contact with Horus, who was quietly looking at him.—.
“Above all, judging from the fact that Dracalion also acknowledged it,.”
He then spoke slowly, as if declaring something..
“···You, Horus. Recognized as the last descendant of the Gold clan.”
last succession.
Ugh—
As soon as the words were spoken, the meaning of the words penetrated into Horus' heart..
At the same time, the dragon heart begins to tremble as if in resonance with the world.—.
He stumbled unconsciously as if he was drunk, but soon realized that he was connected to something in this world..
‘···Is this really dragon language??’
Because my level of achievement in “Dragon Magic” was still low, I couldn’t know for sure what had happened, but somehow I knew for sure that something big had passed..
“Is this fate too? You send me a successor like this when my life is so short. Thanks to this, I was able to continue my duties... Indeed, God is mischievous.”
Shurihatgen, looking at Horus, who was unable to come to his senses in the aftermath of the unknown ritual, smiled lightly and laughed..
“I am the last survivor of the Gold Clan and the one who manages the clan's legacy. If you hadn't appeared, with my death they would all have been passed on to the other clans that still survive..”
And only then did Horus realize that what was written on his tired face was not fatigue but death..
According to what he said, it won't be long before the Gold Dragon clan will truly disappear from this world..
He appeared at just the right time, leaving himself alone..
‘···wait? If that's the case then surely.’
Finally, his words began to take shape—and soon a conclusion was reached, but Horus blinked in confusion at the sudden development..
And Schrihartgen, who smiled vaguely at that sight, finished what he was saying..
“···It's all yours now.”
···So Horus, with his ‘duty’.
Suddenly, I became the sole heir to an incredibly prestigious family that had been going on for tens of thousands of years..
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