Master Of None

Chapter 2613: 2613. Mixed equipment

They didn’t laugh because they thought that the farming itself was funny. It was the dark black armor they were wearing, or better to call it poorly fitting robes maybe?

”I knew that they had made something from monster materials and tree sap to be able to help them resist the manas making lightning, but this is a little much.” The masks, pants, boots, and shirts, not to mention gloves were all loose but clearly dense and heavy. Meaning that the movements and the way the farmers looked was overall too comical.

Their movements were more akin to children struggling to learn to walk. Some of them stumbled and fell from time to time. If the lightning boars were not as gentle as they were this would be an opportunity for them to attack.

The reason behind these odd and unruly clothes being worn over any normal work clothes was because they had been made to resist lightning, which was a fact. However, Walker knew that combating lightning could be done using hearth mana. However, just earth mana would be left to heat up after being affected by lightning causing the material or gear just of earth mana to melt, burn, or even cause those wearing it to burn.

This was a mix of some water, earth, and even some light mana materials within the equipment made. Overall it was more advanced than the normal techniques allowing for multiple effects within the equipment.

It could resist the lightning with its earth effects, the water would allow the heat to be cooled from any lightning interactions, and the light mana was there to act as a slight buff in resistance to be able to handle any temporary heat or danger for the one wearing it. A very well thought out solution to what the problem here would be.

”I see that this project is going very well.” The arrival of Walker and Midnight who were not wearing protection from potential lightning damage shocked a few before clothes told them who Walker and Midnight were. Others saw them and had seen them before so it was easy for them to assume general safety had just gone up significantly.

”Yes sir, we are currently able to produce a significant amount of material and meat as long as we are able to feed the lightning boars. They are able to grow just as large as a rolling earth boar but without the tougher bones and skin that tackles much longer to penetrate. They also do not have the same temper as the rolling earth boars. So far we are just struggling with the lightning mana moving through their short fur and on their skin.”

”I can see that some of the gear you are wearing is very suited for this but still taking some damage. Do you think the cost will outweigh the benefits?” Since Walker was here he might as well learn as much as possible. Just being around the lightning boars he was able to sense the mixture of manas making up their lightning. It was a more pure lighting without the same light mixing in which meant that their lighting was purer toward storms and heat than anything.

That made some sense though since the environment that they originated was a clashing of manas related to earth, fire, water, and so on, the same manas that would mix to create a storm’s lightning. Not that the wind was mixed too much here, it was more ambient than controlled or mixed.

”Do you think you could enhance the boots and gloves to resist better while leaving the other equipment lighter? Or would that make working too hard with your hands and feet?” The idea seemed possible but Walker saw a shake of the head.

”The refining process for the equipment needs to be enhanced. The crafters working on them said they need a few months to procure the refined materials better.” Walker and Midnight nodded. They understood that some materials didn’t need just better skills used on them. Some needed the time to be properly prepared for optimal crafting. Reducing water within something, cleaning impurities, or just generally tempering could take years for some materials.

”Why not use more runes?” Midnight spoke up and Walker was glad she had noticed.

The equipment that everyone wore had very few runes. Meaning that any benefits from sewn in or crafted in rune formations were very minimal.

”I was told that it was to ensure that the manas drawn to the equipment do not frighten the lightning boars. They are sensitive to changes in mana and will attempt to flee if they feel something dangerous to them. When they run like that it is very dangerous and damages a lot of the holding area. It even damages themselves and other lightning boars.”

This made sense. The instincts for a monster that developed a lightning affinity to flee from larger predators had to be refined. They also had to be tough enough to charge through and escape their hunters.

”I can’t say this seems like a plan without risk. But it seems like it is successful so far.” Walker pointed out the many lightning boars and even proof of young lightning boars in smaller nearby pens. This was working, it was just a matter of learning all the details of how to care for them properly. Something that might take a little more time.

”If you think this has risk you should look at the needle fang spiders over in the dark greenhouse dome. They are vicious but produce the best poison for handling fungal infection, parasites, and a bunch of other problems.” The way he spoke was as if he was blessed by the world itself; he didn’t have to work in that area. It spurred Midnight and Walker’s curiosity immediately.

With a quick farewell, the pair headed toward the dark elemental greenhouse for training monsters nearby. It was fairly large and some already felt ominous due to the pitch black coloration.

The glass for this greenhouse was made from ebony sand, an earth material that absorbed light and didn’t allow light through in larger amounts. It caused the area to still gain warmth within the greenhouse but didn’t allow it to become bright which was perfect for nocturnal or dark affinity monsters.

Furthermore, it allowed for more dark affinity plants to be grown to feed the monsters being raised there. It was a little more strengthened and improved compared to the dark elemental herb greenhouses and farm testing greenhouses.

Entering in, Walker saw the staff was wearing specialized leather gear to protect them from the needle like gangs of the needle fang spider. They were also moving about the leafy environment within the greenhouse with care.

The spiders were about the size of a fist so milking them for venom was actually pretty simple. But it was their fangs that were dangerous. They were so sharp that they could easily get through small gaps in armor or protection. They also liked to live around in smaller tight spaces so the spiders could hide anywhere.

It was a scary job to have but the benefits that came from the venom being brought to alchemists was too great. Some illnesses caused parts of the body to be filled with impurities that halt blood flow. The venom could be utilized to make up medicines that break down those impurities. A valuable healing medicine.

”You two should still be careful. Strong as you are, these little ones can still catch you off guard. Also, watch out for the mother in the center. She laid a clutch of eggs and is very territorial. Spit venom all over one of the young tamers trying to take an egg to tame.” A few of the other workers nearby agreed and shouted their own warnings. It felt like these were the veterans wanting the newbies as they entered.

As Walker and Midnight went looking, Midnight brushed a few curious needle fang spiders off of her. They couldn’t break her scales but she didn’t like them on her. They had sharper legs and could leave dull marks on her scales. She would have to clean herself all over again. Let alone if they dared to scratch any of the clothing Walker’s younger sister had made her.

After a moment, Walker spotted the black pearl looking like and noticed the darker webbing. He also saw a much larger spider the size of his head watching them. It was only a moment of eye contact but it seemed to grasp an instinctual fear of them before covering its eggs more.

This gave them time to observe and examine it. A monster they hadn’t met before but was here in Genesis helping save lives as a farmed monster. It was stunning to imagine how dangerous they were in the wilderness but how valuable and controlled it was here. This was innovation that allowed Genesis to remain healthy.

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