Chapter 239: The Exchange Conditions for Metal-Type Witchcraft

Chapter 239: The Exchange Conditions for Metal-Type Witchcraft



"If lost, please report it immediately."

At this moment, the middle-aged knight had his attendant distribute the Swordsman Badges to everyone. Since each badge had the recipient's name engraved on the back, Ren quickly received his own Swordsman Badge.

However, Ren noticed that his badge was slightly different in color and size compared to the others.

Ren glanced around and saw that the badges of the others, including Vinonika, were made of a dark metal material the size of a coin, but his badge was slightly larger and had a pale yellow metallic luster.

Obviously, this was what the middle-aged knight had just mentioned, and it was probably because he was enjoying the treatment of a Bronze Rank Swordsman.

Different ranks had different badge styles.

After everyone had received their badges, the middle-aged knight continued, "Here, I'd like to emphasize the significance of the second trial and also that not everyone is suitable to participate."

Hearing the latter half of the middle-aged knight's statement, most of the people in the hall showed puzzled expressions.

"The Empire's Swordsmen are divided into multiple ranks. Just like you are Black Iron Rank, also known as the reserve force, and Ren is Bronze Rank. There are also Silver Rank, Gold Rank, and so on. These are the ranks."

"But within the same rank, there are also two situations. For example, within Bronze Rank, there are Bronze Rank Captains and Bronze Rank Members."

At this moment, a young man who was envious of Ren immediately raised his hand and asked, "Instructor Kaleum, is Ren a Bronze Rank Captain or Member?"

Although the middle-aged knight had already stated that Ren was guaranteed a Swordsman Captain position and would enjoy Bronze Rank treatment, there were still some who were not satisfied and wanted to confirm.

"Ren is a Bronze Rank Captain," the middle-aged knight affirmed.

The hall fell silent for a second before erupting into a buzz again!

"So envious!"

"He's made it to the top in one go!"

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Everyone couldn't help but look at Ren frequently, their expressions varying, but most of them revealed envy in their eyes.

Ren had gradually become accustomed to the attention, and his face remained calm. It was then that he learned that the middle-aged knight was named Kaleum.

Kaleum stretched out his hands and pressed them in the air a couple of times. After a moment, he continued, "I want to emphasize the meaning of the second trial and that not everyone is suitable to participate."

The hall fell silent for a second before erupting into a buzz again!

"So envious!"

"He's made it to the top in one go!"

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Everyone couldn't help but look at Ren frequently, their expressions varying, but most of them revealed envy in their eyes.

Ren had gradually become accustomed to the attention, and his face remained calm. It was then that he learned that the middle-aged knight was named Kaleum.

Kaleum stretched out his hands and pressed them in the air a couple of times. After a moment, he said, "The second trial will be held a month later, on the first day of the Flower Month."

"During this month, the organization will provide free rookie training for you all. The training content will be based on your performance in the initial trial and will also take into account your personal preferences."

"During this month, you can carefully consider your positioning and whether or not to participate in the second trial."

Kaleum paused, perhaps to let everyone digest what he had just said, and added, "The one-month rookie training does not require you to spend any Merit Points. However, in the future, if you want to seek guidance from instructors or masters, it will naturally cost a considerable amount of Merit Points, or even precious Quest Evaluation Medals."

Kaleum's words immediately made many people's expressions turn serious.

Most people had realized that this one-month rookie training was essentially a welfare benefit.

If they didn't take advantage of this month to improve themselves, they would be missing out.

"Now, does anyone have any questions?" Kaleum asked, looking around.

Vereri, the young man who had previously envied Ren, raised his hand and asked, "Instructor Kaleum, will the training start today?"

"It will start at 2 p.m. today, and the location is still here."

Kaleum seemed to remember something and added, "Oh, and if any of you were previously employed in the imperial functional departments, then the Merit Points are fully transferable."

"As for the organization's internal Special Item Exchange Catalog, you can only view the details of items up to the rank below your own. You've just received Black Iron Rank permissions, so you can view the details of items up to Silver Rank."

Kaleum smiled and glanced at Ren, adding, "Ren can view the details of items up to Gold Rank."

This caused several people in the room to shift their gaze back to Ren.

Ren couldn't help but be taken aback!

He thought to himself, "Alright then! Instructor, your words have earned me quite a bit of envy."

"As for the good items on the catalog, they are naturally all there. There are precious potions, some special ingredients, and even various extraordinary combat techniques and witchcraft. But most of the exchanges require Quest Evaluation Medals, not just Merit Points."

"You can slowly figure out the details later." Kaleum smiled, seeing the desire in everyone's eyes.

Hearing this, Ren nodded slightly. He was finally able to view the Special Item Exchange Catalog?

As early as his joint mission with the Imperial Navy's South Sea Fleet, he had heard Vinonika mention that the 'Tidal Wave' was modeled after the 'Swordsmen.' Now it seemed that it wasn't just a model; it was a complete replication!

Even the names were exactly the same.

"I now have Bronze Rank permissions, and according to what Instructor Kaleum just said, I can view the exchange details of items up to Gold Rank."

In a moment, he planned to check the exchange requirements for Metal-Type Witchcraft.

The question was whether Gold Rank permissions would be sufficient to view the details.

"Dismissed!"

Just as Ren was about to leave, Angus, Vereri, and a few others approached him, smiling, "Lord Ren, now that we've all received our badges and officially become Swordsmen, how about we go to a private room on the second floor for a meal together?"

Although Angus was even larger in build than Rain, a burly man indeed, his heart was as fine as a thread after years of training in the Imperial Army.

For someone like Rain, who was exceptionally talented, although he was ten years younger, this didn't stop him from taking the initiative to befriendlier. Today was a fairly good opportunity for that.

Vereri also smiled and said, “Indeed, Sir Rain, let’s go together!”

Rain thought for a moment and then smiled, nodding, “Alright!”

Although he originally intended to check the exchange matters for Metal Elemental Wizardry models, it was already close to lunchtime. The inquiry would likely take some time and wouldn't be completed quickly.

Additionally, these few had accompaniedhim in training for three consecutive days.

At this moment, Angus hinted to Rain, “Sir Rain, do you need to invite anyone else?”

Hearing Angus’ words, Rain couldn't help but show a puzzled expression, but following the other’s gaze, he suddenly understood!

It turned out that the other was referring to Veronica and Evelyn.

After some thought, Rain extended an invitation to the two women.

The two women agreed happily, and soon a group of eight people arrived at the dining room on the second floor of the Newcomer Building for a meal.

The food in the dining room was excellent; one could pay with Imperial gold coins or merit points.

However, gold coins were easier to earn, while merit points weren't so easy to obtain, so almost no one would choose to pay with merit points.

After some casual conversation,

Angus asked, “Sir Rain, you are the first among us to have Captainpermissions. What kind of team members do you plan to select?”

Honestly, Rain had thought about this, but he hadn't yet decided. He simply shook his head slightly and said, “I haven't thought it through yet. What about you guys?”

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“Us?”

“Just us five,, planning toform a small team when the time comes!” Angus laughed and said.

Afterhearingthis, Rain was momentarily stunned!

The two womenbeside him, VeronicaandEvelyn, also put down their knives and forks, and immediately, two pairs of beautiful eyes focused on these burly young men.

Their beautiful eyes all revealed shock, confusion, and incomprehension.

A Great Knight leading four peak knights in a team?

What kind of peculiar team is this?

Rain couldn't help but mutter softly, “This is purely a kitchen knife team.”

“Hmm? Sir Rain, what did you say?” Vereri asked, puzzled.

“Oh! I said I plan to invite the two beautiful ladies beside me to join myteam.”

This made Veronica and Evelyn immediately turn to look at Rain.

“Of course, it would be myhonor, Sir Rain.” The red-haired beauty, Evelyn, immediately smiled and expressed her willingness.

Veronica also nodded almost at the same time, her pigtails bouncing, expressing her eagerness to join.

Actually, Rain had also considered inviting the two women to join the soon-to-be-formed team.

Because for him, he could serve as the spear, the shield, and the sharpshooter of the team. With the Legendary Weapon Master profession panel, he could take on any physical attack role in a team.

So, the best choice to pair up with him would be third-level Wizard apprentices, to make up for his lack in wizardry.

Veronica was a Water Elemental Wizard, specializing in bird transformations, naturally, there were no issues.

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This time, Angus and the other four were stunned, staring at Rain with eyes wide open.

Tsk, indeed, strength is great!

Rain is planning toaccomplish tasks while keeping company with two beautiful and capable girls on either side!

The key is, these two beautiful and capable girls actually agreed!

This is...enviable!

Instantly, several people felt a sense ofloss!

Because they realized, a combination of five burly men was indeed not as fragrant as the other's combination.

Also, the other’s combination was doubly fragrant.

“That... Sir Rain, the team size, are you planning to have just three people?” Vereri, regaining consciousness, couldn’t help but ask.

“Hmm? Is there any restriction or requirement for the team size?” Rain indeed hadn’t understood this aspect, and according to Kaleum’s statement, the fastest he could start the next day.

“Huh? Sir Rain hasn’t understood yet? Let me give a brief introduction then.” Vereri and Angus couldn’t help but exchange glances, and Angus explained.

“Generally, the size of a Swordsmen team is three to five people, this number has been tested. More people mean less task evaluation medals and meritpoints per person, fewer people mean less combat effectiveness of the team.”

“Also, the task acceptance is based on the Captain’s permissions. The higher the Captain’s permission, the more tasks they can accept.”

“Additionally, the promotion is on a three-step system, meaning like Sir Rain, currently a Bronze Rank Captain, can promoteto Silverafter earning three Bronze Medals, and thenaccept Silvertasks tasks, and so on.”

Angus’ explanation was quite detailed, and Rain listened, frequently nodding in agreement.

After lunch, Rain returned to his room, tidied up a bit, and then headed to the Exchange Hall.

Rain had been staying in the Newcomer Building, located to the left of the Swordsman Branch Office’s main entrance. Since he hadn’t yet received his badge, he couldn’t freely move within the Swordsman branch office, so this was his first time entering the internal area.

This time, the guards, after reviewing Rain’s badge, promptly allowed him passage.

Rain first passed through a long whitecorridor. At the endof the corridor, an arrow-shaped sign appeared, indicating three directions.

Straight ahead was the Task Hall, left turn led to the Training Ground and RestRoom, and right turn to the Exchange Hall.

Following the sign, Rain turned right and walked a bit, arriving at the Exchange hall for the first time.

This was an independent three-story building, with a white strip stone facade, matching the style and color of the entire branch office, towering and grand.

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Upon entering, Rain found the ceiling more than six meters high, seemingly combining the first and second floors, making it incredibly spacious, similar to a certificate hall from his previous life.

Inside, four or five young women in uniforms were at the windows, helping many people with item exchanges.

However, it seemed that for confidentiality, each window had partitions, and only one person could be served at a time. Others needing service had to wait on seats ten meters back.

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It wasn't long before it was Rain's turn.

As Rain stepped into the partitioned area, he noticed a black slate on the table, about thirty to forty centimeters in length and width, constantly emitting a magical glow. It seemed to be a solidified spell model.

A young girl stood up and bowed, saying, "Hello, sir. How may I assist you?"

"I'd like to inquire about metal-based wizardry," Rain replied.

"Of course, sir. Please show me your emblem."

Rain nodded and handed over his freshly minted bronze emblem.

The girl took the emblem and placed it in a specially designed slot. Soon, the black slate in front of Rain displayed some white text.

Rain's eyebrows rose in surprise at the wizardry's effect.

A slate display? Could it also be a touch screen?

"Sir Rain, you currently have Bronze Rank access. The highest level you can view is the exchangeable items list for the Gold Rank," the girl informed him.

"Did you just say you wanted to inquire about metal-based wizardry?"

"Yes, please wait a moment." The girl quickly flipped through a thick catalog.

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Rain's eyebrows rose in pleasant surprise. He thought for a moment and asked, "Can you show me the relevant information, such as the wizardry description and exchange price?"

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After she finished speaking, several lines of small white text appeared on the black slate in front of Rain:

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"Exchange Price: 1 Gold Medal plus 5500 Valor Points."

"Source: Provided by the Bishu Construction Assembly School."

Rain read the text, deep in thought.

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If he could control the deformation of metal, wouldn't he be able to transform a warhammer into a sword or even a bow? Rain's heart raced with excitement as he considered the possibilities. Once he mastered this transformation technique, it meant he wouldn't need to carry multiple weapons anymore.

After all, he didn't have three heads and six arms; it was impossible to wield a sword and a two-handed warhammer simultaneously. In combat, he would only need to carry one weapon, such as the heaviest two-handed warhammer.

Carrying only one weapon would significantly reduce his overall load, effectively halving the weight he had to bear.

This would greatly reduce his physical exertion and, more importantly, significantly improve his speed. Overall, it held significant implications.

However, Rain's expression changed as he thought of something. "Wait, can you help me check how many Valor Points I have?" Rain asked again.

Earlier that morning, Callum had mentioned that if he had been an official functionary, he would have received Valor Points. Fortunately, Rain had met that requirement.

"Of course, sir. Please wait a moment."

Soon, the girl reported a number: "2,736 points!"

"Huh?" Rain was taken aback; this number was much higher than he had expected.

"Sir, you received two deposits of Valor Points recently," the girl said, sensing Rain's confusion.

Rain nodded.

Indeed, the Imperial Navy was quite reliable. However, it was hard to tell if it was due to Major Marika.

"Thank you. I have no further questions."

"Sir, you're welcome," the girl said, standing up and bowing again as she saw Rain off.

Rain checked the time and hurried towards the main hall of the Novice Building.

He was short on Valor Points, but the bigger issue was the task evaluation medal.

In the next few days, he would have to visit the Task Hall and take on a few Bronze Rank tasks to assess the situation.

Two in the afternoon.

Novice Building Hall.

Rain noticed that in addition to Callum, there were six or seven middle-aged men with steady auras who had arrived in the hall. Some wore knight armor, some held short staves and wore wizard robes, and others were dressed as archers.

Even with Rain's spirit power, it was difficult to gauge their strengths at once. Still, it was evident that each of them was exceptionally skilled.

Once everyone had arrived, Callum looked around and said, "When I call your name, step forward."

"First, the personnel under the guidance of Instructor Kurman: Rain, Jonas."

Upon hearing his name, Rain stepped out of the crowd and, following a servant's guidance, approached a burly knight in full plate armor who carried a two-handed warhammer.

The warhammer-wielding knight held a stack of papers and was carefully reviewing them. The first one seemed to be Rain's report. He looked up at Rain with a puzzled expression and asked, "Are you Rain?"

"Yes, Instructor Kurman," Rain confirmed.

"Hmm, your report states that you achieved excellent results in all aspects during the previous re-examination. The five examiners didn't provide any suggestions for areas of improvement. This makes it difficult for me to assess your performance."

"So, I need to spar with you to determine which areas you need to improve in," Instructor Kurman said seriously.

This request made sense.

Rain readily agreed, "Of course!"

(End of Chapter)

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