Hearing Northstar Blade mention the word 'sword', Ikazumi could not help but chuckle.
"Do you know how to use a sword too? Do you want me to teach you? I'm pretty good with a sword. "
When Northstar Blade heard this, he shook his head.
"I know!"
"Hmph, forget it if you don't want to learn. Don't blame me for not reminding you that you've already missed a chance to receive pointers from a master swordsman. You should know that others can't even get the chance to learn from me even if they spend money."
Growing up in the kendo gym, Ikazumi's swordsmanship was barely passable. However, facing Northstar Blade, she could not help but feel a sense of superiority. She felt that although she could not compare to her senior brothers, she was definitely a master in front of Northstar Blade.
However, Northstar Blade's rejection disappointed her. She felt that she had lost another chance to show off.
"Right, I'll transfer 50 soul coins to you. Go to the shop and buy a sword that you like!"
As she spoke, Ikazumi opened the trading interface and transferred 50 soul coins to Northstar Blade.
Although Ju Kazumi appeared to be very heroic, Northstar Blade could still see the pain hidden deep within her expression.
After opening the game shop interface, Northstar Blade began to learn how to buy equipment under Ikazumi's guidance.
[Shop Main Page], [Equipment Category], [Weapon Category], [Sword Category] …
After choosing to enter the Sword Category, a dazzling array of sword-type weapons came into view. There were so many types that even a swordsman like Northstar Blade was astonished.
However, he could not buy all of these weapons. Many of them were extremely expensive. Coupled with the level restriction, he could not use them at all.
Therefore, under Ikazumi's guidance, Northstar Blade once again narrowed the range of weapon choices. He reduced the range of 'sword' weapons to within 50 soul coins, and the level restriction was 0 to 5.
However, the number of sword-type weapons that appeared in the shop interface was still incomparably large.
Glancing at these weapons, Northstar Blade began to choose his first weapon in the game.
At this moment, Northstar Blade was exceptionally serious.
He had always remembered his father's teachings when he taught him swordsmanship.
"The sword is your name, and it is also your dignity. A swordsman might not leave anything behind after his death, but the 'sword' is different. It will be imprinted with your past glory. Whenever the future generations think of the sword, they will think of you first!"
For Northstar Blade, who had received this education since he was young, choosing a weapon was undoubtedly equivalent to choosing a 'partner' that would always be by his side.
Looking at the hesitant Northstar Blade, Northstar Blade was speechless.
In her opinion, it was just a weapon that had an early stage.
"Are there any weapons that can grow along with the player's level?" Northstar Blade asked as he looked at the various weapons displayed in the Shop's interface.
"Huh?" Ikazumi revealed a dumbfounded expression.
"I don't like switching weapons. I need a weapon that can grow with me," Northstar Blade said in a serious tone.
"How is that possible? This is a game. It's impossible not to change your equipment. Low-level equipment is definitely going to be eliminated," Ju Kazumi answered immediately.
"No, I'm talking about 'swords,' not other equipment."
"That's not possible either. Unless it's a hidden weapon or a special weapon that's specially forged, it's basically impossible. Up until now, our Asia server has never produced such a weapon."
Ju Hemei was a little speechless right now. Northstar Blade was clearly a noob, but why did he have such a big heart? He was practically on par with her!
"Really?" Northstar Blade asked, clearly disappointed.
"It's not like there aren't any. There's a super player in the original server called Roving Sword. I heard that all nine of his swords are growth-type weapons, so you'll have to work hard to get his weapons in the future cross-server battles." Ikazumi stood on her tiptoes and patted Northstar Blade on the shoulder to comfort him.
In fact, Iumi did not think that Northstar One Blade could do it at all. This was because she had gone to the original server's forum and watched Ao Jian's battle videos. The sword skill displayed by Ao Jian could be described as extraordinary. She believed that even the Great Senior Brother of her kendo gym would not be a match for that super player. As for a noob like Northstar Blade, there was no hope for him to defeat that super player.
"There's a kendo master in the game?" Northstar Blade was stunned.
"Yes, he's super strong. He's known as the cheater in the original server. I reckon that he would have no problem fighting a guild in our Asia server now." Speaking of this, Ikazumi's face revealed an envious expression.
"Hmm, I got it." Northstar Blade nodded, but a glimmer of anticipation flashed in his eyes.
He had defeated all the masters of the ancient kendo sect before he was 20 years old. These masters represented the highest level of kendo attainments in Japan. It could be said that Northstar Blade had reached the pinnacle of kendo at that time. Hence, he was now curious about the kendo master in the distant original server.
"Hurry up and choose. You're such a dilly-dallying person," Ikazumi said with dissatisfaction.
Northstar Blade smiled apologetically and was about to continue looking at the weapons in the shop.
At this moment, the figures of Atomi Inoue and the others appeared in the distance. They quickly walked toward Northstar Blade and the others.
"We've changed our weapons. We can go now!" The leader, Atomi Inoue, led the other three members of the Moonlight Squad to Northstar Blade's side.
"We're not done yet. One Blade seems to have difficulty choosing. We're waiting for him to choose his weapon," Ikazumi said helplessly.
"Weapon? It's fine if you don't choose. You can level up quickly in the early stages anyway. You can just follow us and gain experience. You can change your weapon when your level is high. It'll save you money, "Atomi Inoue said nonchalantly.
"No, he wants a weapon that can level up with his level. It's like the 'Proud Sword' of the original server," Ikazumi continued.
Hearing this, Atomi Inoue and the others had a stunned look on their faces.
"Are you serious?" Atomi Inoue turned to look at Northstar Blade and asked.
"It's fine if you don't. It's just a game. I'm sorry for the trouble," Northstar Blade said apologetically.
"Why do you want this kind of weapon?" Atomi Inoue asked curiously.
"I'm obsessed with swords. Changing weapons frequently makes me very uncomfortable," Northstar Blade said truthfully.
"It's not like you're changing wives. You're so unreasonable. You're just like my brother. He said the same thing," Ikazumi pouted, clearly dissatisfied.
Hearing this, Northstar Blade smiled awkwardly again. He felt that there was no need to fuss about such things in the game.
"Hey, One Blade, are you also a swordsman? Otherwise, why would you have such an idea?" Ikazumi suddenly said.
"Yes."
"Huh? Which dojo are you from? Are you from the modern 'Gorgeous Style' dojo? "As she said this, Ikazumi's face suddenly revealed a look of disdain.
As a member of the ancient swordsmanship circle, Ikazumi was influenced by what she saw and heard. She also looked down on the Gorgeous Style.
"I'm just casually practicing. I'm not from any sect." Northstar Blade did not reveal his identity.
"Is it a left-handed swordsmanship?" Ikazumi continued to ask like a curious baby.
"Something like that."
"Little Mei, don't mess around. Don't mention left-handed things to One Blade." At this time, Atomi Inoue suddenly walked to Ikazumi's side and pressed her head to stop her from being presumptuous.
At this time, Northstar Blade said, "It's okay. Let's go level up first. We won't choose a weapon for now."
"Don't be in such a hurry. Why don't you come with us to find Uncle Gu? He can modify and forge weapons. There should be something suitable for you. Although it can't be done as you level up, a custom-made weapon will definitely be more suitable for you than a weapon template in the market."
Northstar Blade did not refuse. He also longed for a new weapon. Then, he followed Atomi Inoue and the others to the east of the Spawn Point.
Walking on the streets of Brahma Sky City, there were many players walking back and forth. Their clothes were very suitable for the current environment. It was impossible to tell who was a player and who was a native NPC.
Under Atomi Inoue's lead, the Moonlight Party turned into an alley beside a bustling street and kept walking inside.
The deeper they went, the higher the temperature in the air. From time to time, they could hear the sound of metal clanking coming from the end of the alley.
When they reached the corner at the end of the alley, a forging room of about a hundred square meters appeared in front of them. Inside, a huge forging furnace was emitting flames, and rolling waves of heat radiated in all directions. In front of the furnace stood a bare-chested man. He carried a big iron hammer and had a pipe in his mouth.
At this moment, he was hammering a piece of iron. The muscles on his right arm trembled with every collision between the hammer and the metal.
"Uncle Gu!" Atomi Inoue greeted the man respectfully.
"Hmm? Why are you here again? Are you not satisfied with the weapon? " The man called Uncle Gu turned around. At this moment, Northstar Blade was surprised to find that the man had only one eye. His right eye had been replaced by a silver-white metal ball.
"Hehe, Uncle Gu, we would like to ask you to forge a weapon for my partner," Ikazumi said mischievously.
"No problem. As long as the soul coins are in place, I will forge a divine weapon for you," Uncle Gu answered readily after taking two puffs of his cigarette.
"Uncle Gu, you are just an Intermediate Blacksmith. Don't brag!" Ikazumi made a face.
"So what if I am an Intermediate Blacksmith? As long as the soul coins are in place, I might be able to forge a divine weapon." Even though his act was exposed, Uncle Gu did not blush.
"Alright, tell me. What weapon do you want to forge this time? What style do you want?" Uncle Gu exhaled a thick cloud of smoke and continued to ask.
Hearing this, Ju Hemei and the others turned to look at Northstar Blade.
"Can you forge weapons that increase in level with your level?" Although Northstar Blade was a little embarrassed to ask this, he felt that he could not be careless when it came to weapons.
"Brother, are you here to cause trouble?" Uncle Gu's eyes widened.
At this moment, he suddenly wanted to say, I am just an Intermediate Blacksmith. Do you really want me to forge a divine weapon?!
"If not, then forget it," Northstar Blade replied awkwardly.
"What do you mean forget it? Why do I feel that you are becoming more and more like a troublemaker? Give me a goal first. If you can't achieve it, then forget it. Aren't you insulting me?" Uncle Gu's eyes widened. The veins on his right arm that was holding the hammer were throbbing. He looked like he was ready to strike at any moment.
This made Atom Inoue and the others tremble in fear. They had seen Uncle Gu's details panel. He was a powerful existence above Level 80. No one in their team could withstand a single hit from his hammer.
After playing Battle Online for so long, they knew very well that the NPCs in Battle Online were not simple artificial intelligence. They had their own thoughts.
Recently, a player from the Asia server had been harassing a female native. As a result, he was chased to the safe zone and did not dare to return. This made them realize that some NPCs were masters that they could not afford to offend.
"Uncle Gu, I'm really sorry. He is a newbie. Please don't be angry," Ikazumi immediately said.
"I'm sorry. I was rude." Northstar Blade also quickly expressed his apology.
Uncle Gu seemed to realize that Northstar Blade's words were unintentional. He put down his hammer and snorted coldly.
"The minimum requirement for the Growth-type weapon you want is Epic or even Legendary-level. Even if I have the ability to forge it, you won't be able to afford the materials needed to forge such a weapon. One must be down-to-earth. Don't bite off more than you can chew."
Hearing this, Northstar Blade could not help but feel a little disappointed. However, at this moment, Uncle Gu's tone changed.
"However, don't look down on me. I may only be an Intermediate Blacksmith, but I do have the ability to forge a Beginner Growth-type weapon. However, the materials needed to forge a Beginner Growth-type weapon are extremely special. I'm afraid none of you have the guts to try it."
"Uncle, we are players. We are not afraid of death. This won't scare us. Can you really forge it? Give each of us one," Ikazumi said curiously.
Hearing this, Uncle Gu's face revealed a helpless expression.
"It's not as simple as you think. This kind of forging requires you to use your own body as a material to forge a weapon. Do you dare to do it? Moreover, once your body is successfully forged into a weapon, that part of your body will not be able to be reborn even in the game. It will always be your weapon."
As if afraid that they would not believe him, Uncle Gu put down his hammer and walked into the room. A moment later, he came out with a sheepskin scroll and spread it on the ground.
Out of curiosity, Northstar Blade and the others turned to look at the scroll.
[Flesh and Blood Forging — Incomplete Manual (Special)]:
Item Introduction: A God Weapon Manual created by the Demon God of the Demonspine Continent, Bloodwave. Due to the war of the ancient Gods, this manual is incomplete. Only the Flesh and Blood Forging chapter is left. This chapter uses one's own flesh and soul as the core forging materials to forge a special Growth-type weapon that is one with one's own flesh and soul.
Game Notification: Please use this Forging Manual with caution. The body parts used as forging materials will disappear from the game forever!
Uncle Gu took two puffs of his cigarette and said, "How about it? Do you dare to do it?"
"Can I use my hair?" Ikazumi could not help but ask softly.
"Ahem …" Uncle Gu could not help but cough when he heard that. He then glared at Ikazumi.
"I want to forge a sword. What do I have to pay?" Northstar Blade asked.
"You dare?" Uncle Gu's eyes widened when he heard Northstar Blade's words.
Northstar Blade nodded lightly.
"Kid, you're not joking, right? This isn't a joke, "Uncle Gu continued to ask in disbelief.
However, Northstar Blade still nodded. He did not look like he was joking.
After sizing up Northstar Blade again, Uncle Gu said, "Flesh and Blood Forging.
Since the weapon you want is a sword, the left arm, right arm, left leg, or right leg will do. "
Northstar Blade was silent for a moment when he heard Uncle Gu's words.
He then said, "How about the right arm?"
This time, Atomi Inoue and the others widened their eyes. They felt that Northstar Blade had lost his mind. This wasn't a joke. These body parts would disappear from the game forever. The word 'huge' couldn't even begin to describe this loss.
Ikazumi immediately hugged Northstar Blade's right arm and said anxiously, "Blade, don't be impulsive. It's not easy for you to have a right arm!"
"I've lost it for too long. It's not easy to get used to having it again. I'm used to using my left hand. Moreover, using a sword with my left hand will be starting from scratch. I can re-comprehend swordsmanship. Who knows, I might even be able to reach greater heights." Northstar Blade smiled calmly.
"You just don't understand swordsmanship. A swordsman's right arm is the key. How can the left arm be as nimble as the right arm?" As a professional, Ikazumi immediately criticized.
Northstar Blade felt a warmth in his heart when he saw Ikazumi's reproachful expression. However, he did not refute her.
How could he not know the importance of a right arm to a swordsman?
However, it had been a full ten years. During these ten years, he had long gotten used to living without a right arm. In Northstar Blade's heart, his right arm had long since disappeared along with the soaring sword aura that cut through the sky.
Although regaining a lost arm was a pleasant surprise, it was ultimately just an illusion. In reality, he was still one-armed. He was willing to trade this illusory right arm for a peerless sword that had accompanied him as he grew in the game.
"You want to use your left hand to wield a sword?" Uncle Gu was also a little surprised.
"Why not? If you can forge a sword, I don't mind giving up my right arm." Northstar Blade smiled calmly.
Hearing this, a drop of sweat dripped down Uncle Gu's forehead. He had originally wanted to use the Forged by Flesh skill book to scare them off, but he did not expect them to be so unafraid of death.
In reality, as an Intermediate Blacksmith, he was not confident that he could forge such a growth-type weapon. Even if Northstar Blade dared to do so, he would not dare.
The consequence of failure was that his right arm would disappear, and the weapon would not be formed.
"Give me a moment. Let me think about it," Uncle Gu said as he turned around and entered the small house, then closed the door.
After that, he quickly opened the NPC Friend Panel and found Han Yuanwu's profile picture. He opened the chat box and reported what had happened on his side.
Although he knew that they were players, Uncle Gu knew that the Forged by Flesh was no joke.
They really needed to forge that part of their flesh and soul into a weapon. This was not as simple as losing a right arm in the game. In reality, the right arm would also lose its senses because the soul of the right arm would also disappear during the forging process.
As the person in charge of the Asia server, after receiving the message from Uncle Gu, Han Yuanwu immediately sent it back to Lu Wu and asked for his opinion.
Although the players were willing, they still needed to use their real right arm to forge. This risky decision was out of his control. After all, he had no control over the part of the soul. The authority was all with Lu Wu.
Soon, Lu Wu received Han Yuanwu's reply.
Initially, Lu Wu wanted to reject such an absurd request. After all, forging a weapon in the game would cause the body in reality to disappear. How could this still be considered a game? It was too cruel. Lu Wu, who had a strong sense of morality, firmly rejected it.
However, out of curiosity, he looked up Northstar Blade's information.
After looking at Northstar Blade's information, Lu Wu was shocked to find out that this guy was a super genius in swordsmanship. Moreover, he happened to lose his right arm in reality.
In other words, even if the soul of his right arm disappeared, it would not affect him in reality.
Moreover, after a detailed understanding, Lu Wu found out that Northstar Blade's talent in swordsmanship could no longer be described as strong. He could be said to be the polar opposite of Ao Jian.
Ao Jian was obsessed with swordsmanship. He understood swordsmanship and did not care about anything in the secular world. He was an extreme sword fanatic. Such a state of mind and talent made him extremely compatible with swordsmanship. As long as he had a sword in his hand, he would be invincible.
Northstar Blade, on the other hand, was at the other extreme. His sword had feelings in it, and he used it for love.
In the beginning, he started using the sword because of his parents' expectations. This was the Sword of Kinship.
However, after the death of his parents, his Sword of Kinship turned into the Sword of Vengeance.
Then, he met Kikyou again. When Kikyou left, he swore that he would rescue Kikyou from the underground palace. This sword became the Sword of Promise.
After Kikyou's death, in order to calm the resentment in his heart and to vent his anger, this sword became the Sword of Slaughter.
Now, the guilt of the past made Northstar Blade want to hold a sword again. This time, it was the Sword of Guardian.
"The sharpness of a treasured sword is honed, and the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold."
This sentence could not be more suitable for Northstar Blade. He was a person who wielded the sword with love. With his strong talent in swordsmanship, his rough life had made his heart of the sword more solid.
At this time, his heart of the sword was not weaker than Ao Jian's. He was a true super talented player.
Lu Wu would naturally welcome such a super talented player to join him with both hands and feet.
Thus, he quietly took out his little notebook and wrote down four words: "Northstar Blade".
After that, he dragged Tong Gua, who was playing Landlord with the Rock Ghost King and the others in the Artifact Space, and gave him a new task. Under Tong Gua's reluctant expression, he disguised him and sent him to Brahma Sky City.
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