Dulong City among the mountains is covered under a piece of miserable white snow.
After climbing over a straight mountain peak, the ground buildings of Dulong City came into view.
"We have arrived, the city of mountains."
Gudranth, the leader of the dwarf caravan, said proudly.
The buildings in front of him reminded Rhodes of the Ice and Snow Palace in the capital of Kislev. However, the ice and snow covering Dulong City was naturally caused by the cold climate, while Katarina's Ice and Snow Palace was the product of magic.
Along the mountain trail, Rhodes and his party continued to descend.
There are more than a dozen roads here, all leading to Dulong City from outside the mountains. It makes Rhodes feel like all roads lead to Rome. At the same time, Rhodes also knows that this city is much more than what it looks like.
.For all dwarf fortresses or cities, the underground part is always much larger than the above ground part.
"Friend, when I get to Dulong City, I want to thank you very much. What do you need? Dulong City has the best beer."
Gudrans, the leader of the caravan, said enthusiastically.
"The demand...is indeed there...I hope you can help me introduce the city lord of Dulong City."
Rhodes answered straight to the point.
Unexpectedly, the other party agreed without hesitation.
"No problem. Even if you don't say it yourself, Lord Thorgard will receive you. We owe you a favor, friend."
Goodlands returns cheerfully.
Two hours later, they finally arrived at the gate of Dulong City.
The small castle fortress overlooked from the mountainside is so majestic on the ground. The huge iron gate is five or six stories high, enough to accommodate mammoths and giants passing by. On both sides of the gate are huge dragons.
There is a giant dragon skull hanging directly above the statue. The whole gate gives people a solemn and solemn feeling.
The dwarf guards on both sides of the gate look just like ordinary dwarves. Their stature only reaches the waist of a human, which is simply disproportionate to the huge building. What Rhodes has never been able to understand is that the dwarves are such a short race.
, why they like such grand buildings. For their height, a tunnel of more than one meter is enough to pass, but it is said that the gates of all dwarf fortresses and castles are so grand...perhaps to show their craftsmanship.
, Rhodes thought.
"Arrived, home!"
The dwarves in the caravan shouted excitedly.
They lined up in a straight line and passed through the gate slowly, humming the same tune——
From frozen seas to world's edge mountains,
Dwarves are the bravest;
From Bretonnia to the Badlands,
Dwarves are the most industrious;
From Arabi to Norsca,
Dwarves are the most powerful.
We are warriors on the blade,
We are craftsmen in the fire,
We are the brave men of the mountains.
Artillery battle ax, killing the greenskins,
Fire hammer, kill the rat slayer.
Drink the wine, the dwarves win!
cycle……
Following these dwarfs, Rhodes couldn't understand a word of the song they were humming. Rhodes and the people in Blackhammer Castle spoke Common Language. But the dwarves are a very ancient race. Before the development of human civilization,
They then had their own splendid civilization. At the same time, they also had their own unique language - Khazali German.
After identifying themselves, the guards allowed Rhodes and his group to pass through. They walked through the huge stone gate and entered the interior of Dulong City.
"Let's take the elevator and go directly to the craftsman's hall."
Gudlans, the leader of the caravan, said this. He led the way excitedly, introducing the customs and features of Dulong City while not forgetting to brag to his savior.
"The great city under the mountains, what you see now is just the tip of the iceberg of the entire city. This elevator connects the underground and surface worlds. It will take us to the heart of the mountains, where the true beauty of this city lies.
Core area. Have you seen it? Those carvings on the cliff are the ancestral heroes of the dwarves. They created this world, they carved this world."
Looking in the direction pointed by Goodlands, Rhodes saw the statues protruding from the rock wall. They were all carved from a huge stone, and there was a protruding rock wall underneath each statue.
Platforms, and these huge statues are placed on these platforms that protrude from the cliff.
Rhodes couldn't imagine how the dwarves worked on the cliff and built these platforms, but no matter what, they did it. The actual size of the seemingly small statue may be surprisingly large. Just like the large one outside
The city gate is so small when viewed from the mountainside, like building blocks, but it is shocking when you walk in front of it.
As the height of the elevator decreased and the surrounding temperature continued to rise, Rhodes knew that he had entered the center of the mountain range.
At the foot is another large platform, which looks like a city square for the dwarves. Small black dots are walking on it.
"Iron Hammer Square. It is the largest square in the entire Dulong City. This square also connects the living area and the mining area. The elevator ends here. The area below requires walking or using a mine cart. It's great.
The ancestors of Dulong City built this vertical cliff elevator. Once an external enemy threatens the safety of the city, the guards will close the elevator. In this way, external enemies cannot come in anyway. If they must come in,
It can only be tunneled in from other parts of the mountain."
"That's why you hate the Skaven very much."
Rod asked.
"Yes, ratmen are a dirty and disgusting race, and all dwarves have the mission to kill them."
Goodlands gritted his teeth and returned.
"We are moving forward. The Lord's Hall is behind the Craftsman's Hall, and Lord Thorgard is inside. I have informed the guard about the situation, and I believe he is already waiting for us in the hall."
Goodlands continued.
He and the butcher Bogur walked in front, familiar with the roads as dense as a spider web.
"Lord Rhodes, we will try our best to meet your request. You must know that Dulong City is not short of metal, and there is no shortage of weapons. My people are all forging masters, and a dwarf who cannot forge or dig is not qualified.
Dwarf, do you know what Dulong City is rich in?"
Rhodes shook his head and looked at the proud dwarf in front of him with a smile.
"Rich in all kinds of gemstones. White diamonds, red diamonds, crystal stones, emeralds, opals, kyanites... In fact, kyanite is the most famous. At the same time, Dulong City is also rich in mineral resources. There are several here
It is a large metal mining area with iron mines, copper mines, and silver mines. You must know that Dulong City's silver is world-famous. This place is like a treasure house, with everything fascinating."
Goodlands introduced Dulong City in standard common language. Years of trading with outside races have made his common language very proficient and accurate. And through his description, Rhodes can probably get a glimpse of this great city.