Overgeared - Chapter 406

Chapter 406
Chapter 406



Scale armor .

As the name suggested, it was armor similar to the scales of a fish . Several small pieces of iron plates were put on leather straps and then joined together with thick cloth or leather . The range of activity was high because it allowed free movements of the body . In addition, it was good at deflecting swords and other sharp weapons . It had resistance to stabbing and slashing as options .

But the basic defense power was inferior when compared to other heavy armor . In particular, it was difficult to avoid a fatal injury if the joints where the iron plates were joined together were attacked .

‘In the end, the gap between iron plates is the biggest problem . ’

That’s why tankers hardly wore scale armor, despite it being classified as heavy armor . The scale armor had obvious advantages, but there were also obvious limitations . However, Grid thought of a way to overcome the limitations of scale armor . It was thanks to the hint from the troll lord’s breastplate .

‘If I make multiple layers of iron plates, I can maintain the advantages of scale armor while covering the deficient defense . ’

Typical scale armor was one layer of joined iron plates . The moment the weapon struck between the plates, the defense was forced to fail . The troll lord’s breastplate minimized this weakness with a double layer of iron plates . Was it possible that blacksmiths had never thought of this idea?

No . Existing blacksmiths also knew that multiple layers of iron plates would increase the defense . The reason why they didn’t make it…

‘The higher the iron content, the higher the weight and the more limited the movements . ’

In other words, it lost the advantages inherent to scale armor . Heavy and movement-limiting scale armor? Who would want to use it? If it was going to be inconvenient anyway, they might as well wear heavy armor with much higher defense .

‘But the items I make are different . ’

Black iron was two times harder and three times lighter than iron .

‘I can use this to make the plates as thinly as possible . ’

He would make scale armor that was light and easy to move in, even if the iron plates were doubled or tripled . This wasn’t an easy task . Black iron smelting was seven times more difficult than iron smelting . Even Khan, whose blacksmith skill was advanced level 8, wouldn’t be able to smelt black iron so thinly and shape hundreds of scales .

However, Grid was different . Grid’s blacksmith skill was legendary level 7 and his dexterity was close to 3,000 . For him, smelting black iron was just as hard as ordinary blacksmiths smelting iron .

‘I’ll prove why I’m a legend . ’

Compared to other legends, it was true that he was lacking many things when it came to combat . However, as a blacksmith, he could proudly say that he was the best .

Ttang! Ttang!

The taste of holding minerals in his hands was the best . The pleasure was greater compared to when killing monsters . Grid’s concentration rose rapidly as he started hitting the black iron on the anvil .

‘The width of the iron plate shouldn’t be too wide . ’

The joints between the iron plates increased the flexibility of the scale armor . Grid wanted the iron plates to have a narrow width, in order to maximize the characteristics . However, the smaller the plates, the longer the working time .

In particular, the number of iron plates increased because he needed to make three layers . It was impossible to make hundreds of small iron plates and join them together, even if it took two full days .



But Grid was a craftsman . The increasing workload? It didn’t matter . It was necessary if he wanted to make better items .

Ttang! Ttang!

Small and thin black iron pieces were refined in Grid’s hands . The appearance, size, and shine reminded him of black dragon scales .

‘Beautiful scales . ’

‘The scales are at least three times smaller than the scales of typical scale armor, but the details are much better . The technique of the duke is really delicate . ’

‘Wow… It seems like he has made over 100 already? How many is the duke planning to make?’

‘This would be incredibly boring and difficult work for me . ’

Khan and the young blacksmiths were amazed at Grid’s workmanship and care .



[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Patience skill has been activated . ]

[Concentration, stamina and defense will rise to the extremes for one hour . ]

[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath skill has been activated . ]

[The Legendary Blacksmith’s Breath has increased the effectiveness of your production items]



The roosters cried out at dawn . Beyond the blacksmith’s window, the spires of the castle rose in the distance . However, Grid didn’t take a break .

Ttang! Ttang!

Grid relied on his high stamina to continue making the iron plates . He devoted himself to work, despite the day passing and it becoming night again . Excluding meal time and sleeping time, he never released his hammer .

Then two days later .



[You have successfully made the ‘Scale Armor . ’]

[The structure is different from the ‘Scale Armor’ on your production list . ]

[Analyzing the scale armor . ]



[The function of your scale armor is phenomenal . ]

[Scale Armor (Enhanced)]

Scale armor modified by the legendary blacksmith Grid .

Unlike conventional scale armor, it has a triple layer of iron plates .

Black iron is used to minimize the weight, and 621 iron plates were made as small as possible in order to increase the range of movement .



“…?”



[Scale Armor (Enhanced)]

Scale armor modified by the legendary blacksmith Grid .



Grid felt a sense of deja vu from these words . At first, he couldn’t think of anything, but then he remembered .



[Magic Missile (Enhanced)]

A magic missile developed by the legendary great magician who has completely overturned the activation formula .



Yes, it was Braham’s magic . Just as Braham strengthened existing magic, Grid was able to strengthen existing items . At this moment, Grid was able to truly understand why he was a legendary blacksmith .



[Please decide the name of the item you have created . ]



The system asked before listing the item’s ratings and options .

“Um . ”

Grid thought carefully and came to a conclusion .

‘I made three layers of iron plates . ’

It matched well with the three-layered meat that Koreans were familiar with .

“Let’s call it Three Layers . ”

It was the worst . Lauel would’ve tried anything to stop Grid if he was present . Unfortunately, Lauel wasn’t here . For the sake of Reidan’s future, Lauel was busy interacting with female NPCs and didn’t care about Grid . It was really a pity .



[Have you decided on ‘Three Layers?’]



“Yes . ”



[’Three Layers’ has been added to the list of item production methods!]

[Three Layers has been completed . ]

[Three Layers]

Rating: Legendary

Durability: 721/721 Defense: 1,115

* 30% reduction in damage from physical attacks .

* 50% reduction in damage from stabbing attacks .

* Passive skill ‘Sword Breaker’ will be generated .

* Strength +50

Scale armor modified by the legendary blacksmith Grid .

The 621 small, iron plates made by hand and joined into three layers has ensured a high defense and range of movement .

In addition, each iron plate has a small groove . If the enemy’s weapon strikes it, there is a certain probability of the weapon being damaged .

Like the black dragon scales, these 621 iron plates will shine whenever the wearer moves .

Ogre’s blood was used to increase the durability of the leather straps, slightly increasing the strength of the wearer .

User Restriction: Level 320 or higher . 1,500 strength . 1,830 stamina . Advanced Heavy Armor Mastery Level 5 or higher .

Weight: 2,501

[A legendary rated item was produced, so all stats have permanently risen by +10 and reputation throughout the continent has risen by +500 . ]



“Wow . ”

It had been two and a half years since he became Pagma’s Descendant . Not in game time, but in real time . Grid had made a huge number of items in the meantime, but only 12 legendary items so far . He had no luck, despite being a legendary blacksmith .

Thus, Grid cleared his mind . In the process of making items, Grid didn’t dare think about making legendary items .

But today . He had a hard time over the past few months due to the Behen Archipelago, and now he made a legendary item after a long time . Grid was filled with anticipation .

“Finally… Finally, the heavens knows my skills and heart . ”

Being rewarded for their efforts, it might be natural for geniuses, but not ordinary people . No matter how hard they tried, they often didn’t get reasonable rewards . It was particularly bad for Grid .

But now Grid’s efforts were seeing results . It was a result achieved through Grid’s growth .

“Okay… Keep this momentum going . ”

Grid was very pleased with the result . The material used for the Holy Light Set was adamantium, so the options and durability were much better . However, the defense of the Three Layers was superior .

“Next is the helmet and leggings . ”

The balance patch to the National Competition that nerfed him?

[Grid’s attack power, which is his biggest weapon, is suppressed . ]

Grid smiled as he recalled that headline .

‘I’m not a damage dealer . ’

Items were flexible . An overgeared person could be a damage dealer or tanker . In this National Competition, Grid was planning to show off an attack power that didn’t yield to the patch, as well as his defense . In other words, he would be a flawless damage dealer tank that would overturn the world .

Ttang! Ttang!

The helmet, leggings, and gauntlet were gradually completed, while Lantier’s Cloak was reproduced through Item Creation . It wasn’t long before he would become a matchless overgeared person .