Azeroth Shadow Trail

Chapter 704 35. I want a cool, handsome sword that can shine and cut people!

The pirates living in the endless sea all long to have a nickname of their own. It can be unpretentious or funny, but it must be unique enough.

Be sure to let other people know who the name refers to when they hear it.

For example, the "second leader" of the North Sea Outlaws under Laike's command, the guy named "Matchleg" Dan.

His nickname is very characteristic.

On the one hand, it is used to mark his broken left leg, which was then made of wood.

On the other hand, when his ship fell into danger, Dan bravely and cunningly used his wooden legs to ignite his own sails to escape with his subordinates.

Therefore, this funny nickname is in a sense a kind of "compliment" to Captain Dan's past career.

Another example is the three unlucky dwarf pirates in front of us. They each have a nickname, Swift Eric, which means that the dwarf Eric is very flexible and easy to use.

Strong Olaf refers to the dwarf Olaf who has a strong physique. The big belly looks fat, but it is actually full of muscles, and he is so powerful that a shield can kill a cow.

The macho Ballog refers to the dwarf Ballog who is brave in battle and full of courage. He takes the lead in every naval battle and plunder, and is never afraid of death.

Moreover, Ballogo is well-proportioned and muscular like a handsome man among the dwarves, which has attracted many dwarf girls to fall in love with him.

It is said that there are only wrong names, not wrong nicknames.

For a pirate who has already left his career, the nickname is a very serious matter. It cannot be joked casually, and it must not be used casually.

After all, nicknames are given by others.

After the Battle of Palatine, where the Gilneas fleet was abolished, the undead pirates rose to prominence, and the captains of Braike's command had their own nicknames.

"Undead" Mae Black Hand, was referring to Mae who dared to bring a boat to stop the charging Dailin.

This is simply a legend.

"Cunning Fox" Eudora is not only a generalization of Eudora's race, but also a compliment to the evil wisdom of the fox captain.

"Black Mandala" Anaris Yuejun, while praising her cunning, also made a generalization of her appearance and skin color.

The others didn't get nicknames for the time being, but as the undead pirates continued to develop, it was a matter of time before they got their own nicknames. The only one who was more embarrassing was Bu Laike Shaw.

The smelly pirate got the nickname.

But it wasn't what he wanted.

The so-called "Double-Faced Man" nickname was issued along with Laike's naval bounty.

This quirky nickname is somewhat vague, but according to well-informed sources, it was chosen by Admiral Daelin Proudmoore herself.

Someone explained that this is because Braike was once an "Alliance Warrior" and made great contributions in the war against the orcs. He should have become a hero protecting the people, but guided by dark wisdom, he became a pirate who robbed houses. .

This is Dai Lin satirizing this young great pirate who has risen to fame.

This explanation makes sense.

But only a few people know the meaning of this nickname. This is Dai Lin saying something to Bo Laike, he already knows Bo Laike's identity.

This was very, very annoying to the Stinky Pirate for a while, and it was completely different from the "father and son meeting" situation he wanted.

This is Dai Lin deliberately provoking him, it is the "tacit understanding" between their father and son.

For this reason, Bu Laike hated this title very much.

Recently, after seven or eight unlucky guys were hanged on the mast and howling, it has become the consensus of everyone in the undead pirate not to mention this name in front of the captain.

It's a pity that the three dwarf pirates flattered and patted the horse's leg, and offended the taboo in Bo Laike's heart as soon as they landed.

"I said, the three of them were hired by me. They are the captain who is going to Zandalar to pick up my brother. Tell your men to restrain themselves and don't break them."

On the way from the pier to the South Island, Muradin, who was riding on the Vulpey coyote, looked back at the restless pier from time to time, where a lively "big melee" was going on.

Bu Laike's captains are fighting the troublesome trio of pirates.

This attracted the attention of a lot of pirates who were drinking in the town, and more and more people joined in. Facing Muradin's words, Bu Laike, who was riding behind his Warg Frostclaw, said with an unhappy expression:

"They are provoking me on purpose, and you heard it, they called me by the wrong nickname! This is a terrible provocation! Since it is a provocation, it will be responded with a heavy punch!

And isn't that what you asked me to teach them? "

"Actually, they were right"

Muradin complained, immediately drawing a glaring glare from the magic eye on Bo Laike's shoulder.

The stinky pirate said sinisterly:

"Do you also want to play in my newly built arena? My dwarf friend? I invited a top gladiator to sit there.

If you want to challenge him, you have to catch a greased pig and take down a hundred slave boxers. I think you must be fine.

Shall I arrange it for you?

The dwarf prince will end up fighting, and this gimmick will definitely attract many idlers to join in the show. We rough and mean pirates love nothing more than to see the big man catching pigs in the muck. "

"Well, pretend I didn't say it."

Muradin shrugged and said:

"But you wouldn't really throw the three of them into the arena to fight to death, would you? Although the three of them may seem unreliable, but they are really fierce. The group of pirates under your command may not be your opponent."

"Troublesome trio, together they can challenge a legendary warrior. Of course I've heard of their names."

Bu Laike snorted and said:

"Don't worry, I know your concerns, you don't want to have too much interaction with our undead fleet, it's understandable, after all, you are distinguished.

Since it's the captain you hired, I won't make things difficult for them.

Throw it into the arena to catch pigs, and then you can leave after winning ten games in a row. But your ironclad ship."

"That's not my private property! Don't make plans for it!"

Muradin immediately became serious, and he warned:

"That is a new type of warship jointly developed by Ironforge and the Gnomeregan Artisan Council, and it is also its first sailing test to go to Zandalar Island this time.

The gnomes said that this new ship would lead to profound changes in the pattern of the seas, and even directly affect the mode of naval warfare.

I don't really believe that, I don't know much about naval warfare, but if you try to detain that ship, you've got both dwarves and gnomes in trouble. I don't think a savvy guy like you would take such a risk for a ship that's still in experimentation. "

"Indeed, a new ship that has not yet been finalized cannot afford to take such a big risk."

The smelly pirate nodded and said:

"In addition, the gnomes are thinking a little too well. They want to change the pattern of naval battles with a ship that is far from powerful? Should I say they are optimistic, or should I say they are arrogant?"

"Dwarves are a little nervous. You can't believe what they say, at least not all of it."

Muradin was unwilling to discuss the subject further.

He drove the fox man and coyote and followed Laike to the connecting bridge to the South Island. Looking at the South Island, which is much quieter than the hustle and bustle of the North Island and surrounded by mountains, the old dwarf said suspiciously:

"You invited me here, saying that you want to forge something? What exactly?"

"a lot."

Bu Laike took out a hunting bullet for his short-barreled double-barreled shotgun from the bullet pouch on his waist, and threw it to Muradin.

The galloping dwarf took the bullet, and the moment he took it, Muradin's expression changed.

As a legendary blacksmith, he immediately felt the weirdness of this bullet.

He held the thing before his eyes and observed it carefully.

There is nothing to say about the shape of the bullet. It is a shell forged with a die and filled with gunpowder. It is a fixed-load bullet that can be used repeatedly.

But the material of the shell and bullet made Muradin frown.

He looked at the icy bullet that shone with a weird arc in the sun, closed his eyes again, felt the weight of the bullet with his fingers, and then said:

"There is something wrong with this metal. The density is very high, but the quality is very light. It has some characteristics like mithril, but its firmness is comparable to that of fine gold! This reminds me of the legendary arcane crystal and thorium smelted. gold iron.

While ensuring sturdiness, it can give weapons and armor a certain amount of magic power.

But I've also crafted Arcanite weapons.

I'm pretty sure it's not Orgin, so, Laike, what exotic metal is this? "

The dwarf's tone was already excited.

This is normal, as a warrior and blacksmith, he has always been very concerned about these rare metals with peculiar properties. Unknown metals mean unknown forging techniques, and opportunities for breakthroughs in forging skills.

For dwarves who like mining, drinking, and blacksmithing, this is an irresistible temptation.

And Boo Laike didn't give a damn.

He explained frankly:

"This is source quality steel, my friend. It's normal that you don't recognize it, because it doesn't come from the material world. It's a strange metal that can only be born from the deep rock continent of the elemental border.

The method of forging it has been in the hands of the evil black dragonflight for thousands of years, but now, I have insight into its secrets.

Primal Steel is the strongest metal we can find in this world.

Unless some rare elemental magic is used, it cannot channel magic at all, but even if it does not channel magic, it is enough to make weapons and armor forged from this metal have the highest level of sturdiness.

If the skill is high enough, it is even possible to forge utensils that will never wear out.

This is why I invited you here. "

Bo Laike coughed and said:

"I have already prepared enough source quality steel for you. I need you to forge two crossbow parts for me, strengthen the source quality for my existing weapons, and the set of armor that I asked you to modify before." Plated with a layer of source quality steel.

Finally, I need you to forge me a sword! "

Speaking of which, the stinky pirate blinked, waved his hands and gestured the shape of the weapon in the air, and said in a cheerful tone:

"I want a peerless weapon that is thick and hard, tough and sharp, capable of cutting people and shining! Of course, the chances of me using it may be rare, but it is in the things I will do next occupies a very important position.

I will use it reasonably.

Maybe in the end, I'll sell it to someone who appreciates it

Or, after I've pissed off an old man one day, I can use it as a gift to appease the old man.

Well, with my current behavior style, it is only a matter of time before I offend Faol the Crown Prince. I don't want to be the target of the Holy Light Crusade. Fortunately, the old man is not pedantic, and he also has his own price tag. "

"A peerless weapon?"

Muradin blinked, and the bold old dwarf said suspiciously:

"I don't doubt your ambition, I just doubt your ability. Although you have a magical material like source quality steel in your hand, I can't create a peerless weapon with these things alone.

You have to understand, Boo Laike.

This is a magical world, and any thing that can be called a peerless weapon must have something to do with magic or other strange powers. I am very confident in my blacksmithing skills.

But without enough perfect materials, I can't make what you want. "

"Material?"

The pirate snorted and said disdainfully:

"Don't mention any materials in front of me. Do you think that I spent more than a year in vain? I have already prepared it for you, but it may need a little processing.

But don't worry, I'll take care of this.

Counting time, you should have plenty of time to get this done before old Brian returns from Zandalar. "

"Okay, since I promised you, I will try my best to do it."

Muradin was bold and didn't push back, but soon the pirates saw the cunning of the dwarves. The dwarf prince coughed, rubbed his fingers, and said to Laike in a businesslike manner:

"In Ironforge, someone asked me to forge a weapon for 10,000 gold coins at a time. The materials are brought with me. If I want to provide the materials, the price will have to go up.

Let me do the math.

You said that the parts of the two war crossbows are forged, plus the armored steel of the weapon, and the strengthening of your strange set of armor, and finally count the cost of my time.

Well, we are friends, and you bring your own materials, so you can just pay some processing fees. "

Muradin coughed and said:

"One hundred thousand gold coins, no problem?"

"Why don't you go grab it?"

Bu Laike retorted viciously:

"Don't forget that your brother is still in my hands!"

"Then you can kill him, that guy will only cause trouble for me and my big brother."

The dwarf prince rolled his eyes and said:

"You don't want to spend money, do you? You mean guy. You really look like a pirate, so why not? Let's take a step back, and I don't want money

Give me some of your source quality steel. "

Muradin touched the small silver-gray Luna Steel Warhammer at his waist, narrowed his cunning eyes, and said in a drawn out voice:

"It's the same as what we did last time. I don't want too much. After this job is done, I will give you the leftovers or you can pay in advance.

I also want to change a set of armor for myself.

Alas, I have worn this armor for a hundred years, and I intend to remake it to imitate the armor inherited from our King of the Hill, but I can't find suitable materials.

Alas, this is really a headache. "

(end of this chapter)