Chapter 419: Wet snow and ice, prepare anti-slip spikes
"It's so strange that this sunny day appears..."
Zong Shen murmured to himself.
He looked up at the clear sky and stepped down the steps.
The calves wearing rabbit fur boots and rabbit fur leggings stepped into the snow.
Relying on the weight of the body, it was easy to step on it.
However, the feeling of my feet at this time is obviously different from yesterday.
It becomes slippery and it is difficult to feel the presence of friction.
This shows that ice has formed beneath the snow.
The sudden sunny weather caused the temperature to rise.
The snow melts first and then freezes, shrinking in size.
The original loose and light dry snow turned into a more solid wet snow.
"Pa..."
"Crack..."
Zong Shen walked on the snow. He was covered in armor and weighed at least two hundred kilograms.
It can crush the too thick bottom ice layer that has not yet solidified.
With the crisp sound of ice breaking, Zong Shen arrived outside the small courtyard.
Zong Shen already knew why there were sunny days and rising temperatures before entering the second stage of winter.
This is definitely not a good thing for the lords.
Warm sunshine and bright sunny days are just a disguise, and beauty is temporary.
The sunny weather this time will only make the subsequent challenges more difficult.
When all the dry snow collapsed into layers of wet snow and ice.
After the second phase of winter begins, the temperature drops sharply and the climate changes again.
New snowfall will cover these wet snow and ice layers.
If the lord wants to travel at this time, it will be much more difficult.
Slippery ice can seriously affect walking.
Unless you have spikes for walking on ice.
Otherwise, it will inevitably have a serious impact on the lord's travel.
Especially after entering the second stage of winter, leader-level snow monsters will begin to appear.
This is obviously to increase the difficulty of subsequent challenges.
Peace and tranquility are temporary.
If you are confused by the soothing rhythm of the first stage of winter.
Then when facing the next two cold winter stages, we are bound to suffer some losses.
"We have to prepare first."
"Otherwise, it may really affect subsequent actions."
Zong Shen walked and thought.
Feel the slight slipping sensation from the bottom of the boots.
If the ice layer wasn't very thick now, it could be broken by him.
It is conceivable how many obstacles may be caused to action in the future.
He walked slowly to the [Second Level Market] which was moved to the edge of the small courtyard.
After opening the listing, I found that only about one-fifth of the total number of warm-weather quilts listed yesterday had been sold.
And among them, the most popular one is the cheapest [washed sheepskin jacket].
There are still 730 pieces left of the 973 pieces previously listed for sale, and 243 pieces have been sold, which is close to 25%.
From this part of the sale, a total of 21,060 pieces of wood, 6,480 pieces of stone, 8,470 pieces of hemp, 1,656 pieces of iron, 91 pieces of copper, 6 pieces of mithril, and 10 pieces of primary element crystals were harvested.
As for the higher-grade [sewn sheepskin jackets], a total of 500 pieces were listed for sale, with 407 pieces left.
93 pieces were sold, and a total of 13,608 pieces of wood, 2,268 pieces of stone, 1,778 pieces of hemp, 1,008 pieces of iron, 25 pieces of mithril, and 20 primary element crystals were obtained for Zong Shen.
As for the smallest quantity [brand new sheepskin jacket], 100 pieces were listed for sale, with 93 pieces left.
Among the 7 items sold, he received 1,890 pieces of wood in exchange.
The sales volume of the highest-end [double-sided cold-weather clothing] is also not very good.
Although there were 500 units listed for sale, only 32 units were sold in nearly a day.
Obtained 6480 pieces of wood, 56 pieces of copper, 36 pieces of mithril, and 16 primary element crystals.
The last fifty [wool quilts] were the most pitiful, as only one copy was sold.
Replaced with 1170 pieces of wood.
Among basic resources, wood is the most commonly traded type.
This wave of sales is lower than expected, but it is also very reasonable.
After all, the first phase of winter is so gentle.
The need to keep out the cold simply cannot reach its peak.
In these cold-proof quilts for sale, the cold-proof ability is also gradually improved.
Since relatively low-priced quilts can meet the demand.
So why bother buying those more expensive and high-end quilts?
Zong Shen was not surprised at all by this.
Now it can only be regarded as the settling period for products to be sold.
The real outbreak period is far from coming.
He extracted all these resources and put them into the territory storage box.
As a resource reserve for territory development.
Then he took out the [Heavy Bearer Mecha] and headed towards the business district where the [Blacksmith Shop] was located.
To the southwest, this is the commercial area of the territory.
In addition to the [Blacksmith Shop] and [Tailor Shop], there are also commercial development buildings such as [Basketry], [Bakery], [Brewery], and [Basic Pharmacy].
However, currently, only the [Blacksmith Shop] and [Tailor Shop] are occupied.
The remaining buildings are vacant.
Everything was covered with a thick layer of snow.
It's like putting on a white velvet coat.
Zong Shen drove the loader mecha and stopped directly at the door of the blacksmith shop.
Because of the sunny weather, the blacksmith shop opened the large windows and doors on both sides.
There is no need for a heater here, it is already very warm.
The dwarf uncle was holding the forging hammer and forging the iron embryo that had just been taken out of the wind furnace.
Put it on the big anvil in the blacksmith's shop, and the sparks from the beating will be scattered everywhere.
Gradually the iron embryo was forged into the shape of a long sword.
Although the dwarf uncle was wearing a sheepskin coat, he was wearing nothing underneath.
He opened his clothes, revealing his huge beer belly and strong chest muscles.
The upper chest is covered with dark chest hair.
Beads of sweat flowed down his forehead, from both sides to his chest.
This look seems a bit funny and inconsistent.
But it showed the rough and unruly temperament of the dwarf uncle.
Two sturdy blacksmith apprentices were helping.
These apprentices were all farmers recruited by Zong Shen, who had used the rare-level talent farmer recruitment rolls that he had redeemed with points.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! This is also the talent that Zong Shen specially reserved for the future development of the territory.
Farmers are indeed the weakest basic population in the territory.
But it is also a versatile population that is extremely valuable to cultivate.
After these two days of study, these two blacksmith apprentices.
The information prefix before his name has changed from farmer to half-gray [blacksmith apprentice].
Because they were directly summoned by the recruitment scroll, their levels have reached the fixed standard of lv10.
Compared with Ergou and Sanpang, farmers are easier to train.
San Pang is a relatively self-disciplined farmer. Even if he trains every day during this period, he has only reached level 8.
In addition, Zong Shen also discovered that during the process of learning forging between these two [Blacksmith Apprentices], not only did their information prefixes change, but their experience points also increased slightly.
At the same time, the strength attribute is also two or three points higher than the original state.
This shows that professional learning can not only gain experience points, but also affect attributes.
In addition to training in combat and training grounds, professional training can also improve your level.
But among these options, the most efficient one is fighting.
Zong Shen stood silently at the door and watched.
The sound of the hammering of wrought iron covered up the sound of the track of the loader's mecha.
When you concentrate, you won't be distracted by other things.
The dwarf uncle was forging iron, and the two apprentices were not idle either.
An apprentice is processing some monster materials and minerals such as copper and iron.
Another apprentice is handling the forged sword embryo and performing secondary quenching.
The two blacksmith apprentices and the dwarf uncle formed a forging cycle.
The dwarf uncle personally masters the most difficult forging.
The blacksmith apprentice is responsible for the work.
If they want to forge it with their own hands, they will have to go through a period of learning and adaptation.
Zong Shen leaned against the door and observed with great interest for more than ten minutes.
It wasn't until the dwarf uncle finished forging the sword embryo for the first time that he paused for a while.
Wait for the apprentice to take out the twice-quenched sword embryo.
The dwarf uncle put down the forging hammer and wiped the sweat from his face.
When I was about to give guidance to one of the apprentices.
Out of the corner of his eye, he finally caught a glimpse of Zong Shen standing at the door.
The sunshine was dazzling and dazzling, making Zong Shen look like a god descending.
"ha!"
"Sir, why are you here?"
The dwarf uncle has long been completely loyal to Zong Shen.
When he saw Zong Shen, he quickly walked to the door.
The short and sturdy body bowed slightly, and after a salute, he said happily.
"Let me check on you."
"There is also a new thing that you need to forge quickly."
Zong Shen took a few steps forward slowly, out of the sunlight.
He came to the side of the dwarf uncle and put his hand on his broad shoulders.
"What do you want to forge, sir?"
The dwarf uncle asked eagerly.
During his time in the territory, he lived a very fulfilling and happy life.
He used forging and work to regain his sustenance.
Forget the past that is full of regrets and regrets.
Facts have proven that being busy and fulfilling can make people forget their worries better than fine wine.
Focused work can divert negative attention.
"I want you to urgently produce a batch of non-slip floor thorns."
"Like rabbit fur overboots, they can be put on the feet."
"Four to six groups of metal spikes should be installed below."
"Each group should have two corresponding spikes, with a length of three to five centimeters."
"The chain must be strong to ensure that it will not fall off even if you move during the battle."
"As for the size, just design it according to one size fits all."
“You don’t need to go beyond the size of the shoe, just make sure the spikes can press into the ice.”
"The chain adopts a movable tightening structure, which can be adjusted manually."
Zong Shen whispered his request.
In order to cope with possible changes in weather in the future.
Zong Shen decided to make a batch of non-slip spikes to put on his combat boots.
Used to reduce the impact of wet snow and ice on movement.
When the leader-level snow monster appears, it will not hinder the soldiers' battle.
Including the possibility of conducting active crusade outside the country in the future.
You need to have such anti-slip equipment.
"I understand, sir, making these anti-slip spikes is not complicated."
"I happened to make some commonly used molds recently."
"We should be able to make thirty sets before noon today."
"If we want to arm all the warriors in the territory and work overtime, we can probably finish it all by noon tomorrow."
The dwarf uncle looked at a workbench and replied seriously and honestly.
Dwarves, like those green-skinned orcs, are very stubborn and straightforward guys.
They are not good at lying, and this nature is reflected in their work, that is, they are down-to-earth.
The conclusions he conveyed will never be watered down.
Zong Shen nodded approvingly.
"Then thank you for your hard work, uncle dwarf."
"You will have special meals at noon and evening today."
"In addition, in addition to the non-slip ground spikes used by soldiers."
"I also need a batch of similar ground thorns that can be installed on wolf claws and horse hooves."
"The quantity doesn't need to be too large. I need 24 sets of the Wolf Claw model, which is 96 pieces."
"The horseshoe model only requires 12 sets, which is 48 pieces."
"At least 30 to 40 sets will be made for the soldiers to use."
"These are the quantities and types that are prioritized."
"Make the warriors first, then the wolf claws and horse hooves."
"After enough, we can continue to make subsequent ground thorns to meet the needs of other warriors."
After Zong Shen praised him, he urgently added details.
It is best to rush out the first batch before noon.
In this way, the start of the second stage can be handled calmly.
Follow-up, after meeting the needs of the territory.
The rest can be put up for sale.
Zong Shen has no doubt that this thing will definitely become a hot seller.
And because it was forged by the territorial dwarf uncle himself.
The cost is only some resources and materials, and the time of the dwarf uncle.
The profit margins are still huge.
Listening to Zong Shen's tone, the dwarf uncle knew that this was an urgent job.
Without hesitation, he asked the two apprentices to take out the iron embryo and the twice-quenched sword embryo from the wind furnace.
From the workbench, I found the joint mold of the split iron ring that I made earlier.
On a row of molds, dozens of knuckle-sized iron rings with opening gaps can be produced at the same time.
In addition, there are some molds with different shapes.
These molds are made of steel that has been repeatedly forged.
Made with the power of rune magic.
Able to withstand the temperature of ordinary molten iron.
For Uncle Bronzebeard, Wine and Fire, who possesses advanced dwarven skills, this is not a big deal.
After seeing the dwarf take action immediately, Zong Shen nodded happily.
After a few simple words of encouragement, he left the blacksmith shop.
Zong Shen recalled the experience of meeting the dwarf uncle and felt that he was very lucky.
High-level technical talents can be called master craftsmen even in giant cities.
Further up are the extremely rare special craftsmen and legendary craftsmen.
Being able to have a high-level blacksmith at the early stage of the territory's development is indeed of great benefit.
It also laid a certain talent foundation for the future development of technology trees in the territory.
New technology is destined to require superb smelting technology as a backstop.
Including forging materials and casting molds, all require blacksmith skills.
Besides, the dwarf uncle also has blacksmith skills.
He also masters the rune forging technology of the Bronzebeard dwarves.
Although the rating is only medium, it can still play a big role.
It makes up for the talent gap in certain aspects of the territory!