Chapter 821: The World Tree Items
After some time, Shane finally stepped into the main hall of the Floating Fortress...
His arrival was obviously noticed not just by the elves but also by the staff he had sent earlier to deal with the food and other miscellaneous tasks in the fortress.
After all, there are still many people within the shelter who only have temporary jobs. More and more people are arriving. It was because of his Territory Lord Talent, Reputation Points, and Recruitment Stones that the others also used.
Indeed, most of the Survivors had probably opened at least 20 Recruitment Stones by now.
Not all of them are desired individuals, so many of them were being sent to the butlers to get them assigned to a certain line of work.
As the lift had carried the four Aegis-05 Reapers aboard, their pilots were already busy integrating the artillery mechs into the fortress’s firing systems that Cloud was arranging for them.
As he used his heightened awareness, he noted with satisfaction that the elves had settled in.
The Thirty Epic-ranked elves and the five Legendary ones had already made themselves at home...
Their natural aura, however, contrasts sharply with the fortress’s cold machinery.
Well, they live in the trees or forest after all.
Living in this flying fortress made of steel might be a little uncomfortable for them.
Some sat in quiet corners meditating, others observed the fortress’s mechs and lighting with curiosity, while a few simply enjoyed the open view from the sky windows.
Well, no matter what, they seemed to like the sky.
Even here, amidst steel and firepower, the elves carried themselves gracefully.
’Huh? Is he teaching them?’ Shane mused as he saw how Elandor was instructing a few of the Epic elves on the defensive magic that he had inscribed in the fortress walls...
’Ahh? He did that? Isn’t rune?’ Shane was shocked as he realized that in the short time he was gone, Elandor had done something incredible.
As expected of the archmage, he worked really fast.
On the other hand, Serenya was standing near the balcony with her eyes closed as if communicating with the wind, and Brion was watching the mech pilots work with a smile tugging at his lips.
The Mech Frames were something new to them after all.
It didn’t exist in the fairy realm where they had been living before.
In any case, Shane found it amusing how quickly they had adapted. Though perhaps it wasn’t adaptation at all, but confidence. They had trusted him enough to follow.
"Good..." Shane muttered... "They’re getting used to it."
Without wasting more time, he summoned the items he had collected from his pocket dimension. Soon, light flickered around him. He swiftly checked them and confirmed that nothing had gone wrong after being blasted by that corrupted mana from the scary spirit.
[ You have obtained: World Root Fragment (x12) ]
[ Item Effect: Can be refined into high-tier potions, used in forging, or serves as a mana catalyst. ]
[ You have obtained: Fruit of Renewal (x12) ]
[ Item Effect: Restores stamina, removes all fatigue, and strengthens constitution permanently. ]
[ You have obtained: World Root Fragment (x12) ]
[ Item Effect: Can be refined into high-tier potions, used in forging, or serves as a mana catalyst. ]
Just like that, a pile of root fragments and others appeared. They had deep blue mana and were exuding life essence even in their dormant state.
The twelve radiant fruits were also quite enticing to consume. It filled the hall with a refreshing aura that made everyone who saw it instinctively inhale deeper.
Even those elves who were quite far immediately sensed something.
Soon, the elves turned their attention to his location.
Their eyes widened, and soon, word had spread among the Epics, and even the calm expressions of the Legendary elves were momentarily filled with greed.
These were no ordinary relics... These were materials tied directly to the World Tree, sacred to all elves!
There was no way they wouldn’t want these things!
Zarion, the master craftsman among the Legendary elves, stepped forward.
He tried to look as calm as he could, but Shane could easily see through it. The elf’s gaze was also locked onto the root fragments with reverence.
"Lord Shane..." he said as he bowed slightly.
He wanted these world tree fragments no matter what!
"Ahem... These are treasures beyond measure. The World Root alone can be refined into potions that could restore grievous wounds, mend spirit damage, or even act as catalysts to advance one’s mana affinity. If forged properly, they can be incorporated into weapons or armor, granting them regeneration or elemental harmony. To waste them would be a crime against the legacy of the World Tree. Well... So... If possible..."
Shane chuckled as he saw the respectable, legendary elf acting like this...
"Yes... It’s fine. That’s why I also planned to ask you, Zarion. You’re the best craftsman here. I don’t want these things sitting in my inventory gathering dust. If they can be turned into something practical, then that’s exactly what we’ll do. Although using them as is would be greatly beneficial, I need practical results."
Zarion nodded slowly, still staring at the items.
"Yes... with proper facilities and rare auxiliary materials, I could forge the World Root Fragments into artifacts worthy of Legendary rank if you want them as weapons. As for the Fruits of Renewal, they are best consumed directly, though in certain rituals, they could be combined with root fragments to refine elixirs that surpass anything modern alchemy can produce."
The other elves looked at each other with excitement, while Shane’s mind began calculating if he wanted artifacts, elixirs, permanent constitution boosts...
"Alright... You can decide what to do with them." Shane said firmly.
"I’ll trust you with this. Tell me what you need to make the most out of them, and I’ll get it. I don’t intend to waste a single fragment."
Zarion was elated as he lowered his head to thank Shane. "Understood. I will prepare a list immediately. With these, the strength of our forces will rise beyond anything we could’ve hoped for."