Chapter 48: Steel Greatsword and Valor Points
Chapter 48: Steel Greatsword and Valor Points
"So, I hope you can go with a Night Watch squad today to clean up these filthy creatures with their fishy stench. Or drive them back upstream, and next week, when my injuries heal, I'll lead a team to wipe them out!"
Sir Hamilton spoke with a solemn expression.
Glimmer Lake was the primary water source for the entire Flashing Gold Town. As the Sheriff, he would be held accountable if it were polluted by the Fishmen.
Upon hearing this, Rain quickly pondered the situation.
The task of eliminating the Fishmen wasn't impossible, especially since his Night Watchman career level was about to increase. A real combat opportunity would be ideal.
However, he didn't know much about this group of Fishmen and their strength, so it was better to ask for more information first.
"Sir Hamilton, what about the strength of these Fishmen?"
Rain weighed the two-handed greatsword that Sir Hamilton handed him, finding it to be around forty pounds, a weight perfectly suited for his use.
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"Thank you!" Rain took the greatsword and glanced thoughtfully at Sir Hamilton.
The description referred to high-quality steel, the kind used for knight longswords in intense combat, not the ordinary iron swords used by the militia.
"Of course, I love it!"
After receiving it, Rain examined it carefully.
This was an opportunity to gain valuable combat experience and also level up his Night Watchman career.
Meanwhile, Sir Hamilton had already taken the greatsword down from the rack for him.
The second document detailed Rain's involvement in the incident of killing the Savage Werewolf, including the specifics of his role and performance, all described in great detail.
The sword's blade was about one meter and forty centimeters long, with a blood groove in the middle, a cruciform guard, and a counterweight at the end of the hilt. On the counterweight, there was the Night Watch emblem—a figure holding a longsword and a torch, with a bow on his back.
"It's my honor, Sir Hamilton."
"The other document is the record of the valor event where you participated in killing the Savage Werewolf. It also requires your signature before submission. This will serve as the basis for assessing your valor points and serve as your promotion credentials in the future."
When Rain followed Sir Hamilton to a small compartment behind his office, he saw a full rack of various short swords, knight longswords, half swords, and two-handed greatswords.
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The greatsword was made of high-quality steel, expertly forged, and its weight was perfect for Rain's current skill level. He couldn't find a reason to refuse.
In truth, Rain was thinking, "It's not just liking it; a good weapon is half a warrior's life, I can't put it down!"
"Most Fishmen have combat capabilities that are generally inferior to the militia. It's just that their numbers are large, and they breed quickly, like weeds that grow wildly every year, making it challenging to eradicate them completely."
"This..." Rain wanted to refuse, but he loved this greatsword.
"Hahaha, a two-handed greatsword? Of course, come with me." Sir Hamilton burst into laughter, glancing at Rain with a hint of amusement.
Since Sir Hamilton had already mentioned that the number of Fishmen wasn't large, and their strength was not formidable, plus Rain wouldn't be going alone but with a Night Watch squad, he had no reason to refuse.
"One is the official document for your enrollment in the Night Watch, which requires your signature.
Elder Rain was momentarily confused by this.
"Thank you for your generosity, Sir!"
The forging pattern on the blade was a telltale sign of a rare Steel Greatsword. High-quality Steel Knight Longswords were already worth a dozen or more Imperial Gold Coins each, so a Greatsword would naturally be even more expensive!
"Rain, if you can clear out the Fishmen for me this time, I'll consider this Steel Greatsword a gift to you. It's also a reward for helping me slay that Savage Werewolf last time."
Additionally, if the Fishmen were allowed to breed unchecked, it would directly affect the water safety of Shiny Gold Town. Defeating them would also ensure the safety of himself and his family.
As the two sat down in the office, Sir Hamilton suddenly remembered something. He took out a few documents from the office and handed them to Rain, saying,
"Rest assured, the scouts' reports indicate that this is just a small Fishmen tribe near Glimmer Lake, and their numbers aren't significant."
Additionally, the documents already had Sir Hamilton's signature and those of two other Night Watch squad leaders. This was likely to prevent falsified achievements and facilitate verification by higher-ups.
Sir Hamilton smiled and nodded, saying, "Very good, Rain. Once your documents are officially approved, you'll be an official member of the Imperial Night Watch."
"It's been a while since we've had someone in the Night Watch who uses a two-handed greatsword. This greatsword is from my private collection, Rain. Do you like it?"
"Sure! Sir Hamilton, but I don't have a suitable weapon at the moment. Can I borrow a greatsword?" Rain thought for a moment and agreed.
After all, the characteristics of the Grizzly Sword Technique were quite distinctive.
However, crafting a good two-handed greatsword required not only more advanced forging skills than a longsword of the same level but also high-quality steel. It was crucial to have both excellent materials and an experienced blacksmith to ensure the creation of a fine greatsword.
Finding such a suitable practical opponent was extremely rare, and he had no reason to refuse.
"Also, when they encounter an enemy they can't defeat, they quickly dive underwater to hide. So, Rain, if I were you, I'd find a way to lure the Fishmen away from the shore before striking hard."
It seemed that the sheriff had already guessed that he was learning the Grizzly Sword Technique, which explained the strange look he had given Rain earlier.
Sir Hamilton crossed his index fingers under his chin and continued,
Injured, Sir Hamilton provided a detailed account of his battle experience with the Fishmen.
So, Rain readily signed the document.
The iron swords were at least ten times cheaper, and a few silver coins could buy one. Almost every town's blacksmith could forge them.
However, there was only one greatsword here.
It was highly likely that Sir Hamilton had noticed it when Rain had slain the Savage Werewolf.
Sir Hamilton said generously,
The first document was straightforward, and he only needed to sign it.
"By the way, Sir Hamilton, aside from promotion, are there any other uses for this valor? Can it be exchanged for something useful for cultivation, like Savage Beast Meat?"
"Haha, of course! There are quite a few things that can be exchanged for valor points."
"You can take a good look once your valor points are confirmed."
"However, Rain, do you plan to use these valor points after the review to exchange for beast meat? I don't recommend that." Sir Hamilton shook his head and then smiled mysteriously.
(End of Chapter)
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