Tang Zheng was digesting the power contained within the Dragon Blood, while intently watching the changes in the three stats on his Ability Table.
Thump! Thump! The sound of his heart beating was extremely powerful. The power of the Dragon Blood seemed to have sped up the blood flow throughout his body.
With each inhale and exhale.
Tang Zheng expelled a stream of hot air from his nostrils, though it wasn't very noticeable in the already high-temperature environment.
Every ten to twenty seconds, at irregular intervals.
The values of HP, Physical Defense, and Magic Defense would increase.
However, compared to the increase in HP, the other two attributes increased much more slowly.
About 20 minutes passed.
The powerful beating of Tang Zheng's heart gradually slowed down. Upon careful observation, the strong warm current within him also dissipated.
"The effect of the 'Dragon Blood' has been completely absorbed."
Tang Zheng's eyes flickered, and he exhaled a breath of hot air. His entire body felt like he had just taken a sauna, with wisps of steam rising from his skin.
...
HP: 450 → 478
Physical Defense: 249 → 260
Magic Defense: 264 → 275
...
The changes in the values had stabilized again. Besides the 28-point increase in HP, the other two stats only increased by 11 points each.
"The increase in attributes isn't that significant. Is it because my own level is already high?"
Tang Zheng pondered inwardly. He remembered that the Evil Spirit Dog's aura had noticeably strengthened after only licking a small amount of Dragon Blood.
He looked at the passives on his Ability Table.
Before this, after being stained with Dragon Blood, he had gained the passives "Fire Resistance (1%)" and "Poison Resistance · Weak."
Due to the appearance of "Fire Nullification," the effect of "Fire Resistance (1%)" had disappeared.
However, "Poison Resistance · Weak" had not disappeared. The Dragon Blood he had just consumed did not strengthen this passive.
Tang Zheng looked towards the dwarves. Seeing that these Gray Dwarf artisans were still in intense discussion, he took out another waterskin filled with Dragon Blood from his Item Box and drank it all in one gulp.
The three basic stats began to increase again! "The effect is weakening."
After the effect was completely absorbed, Tang Zheng compared the changes in the values. His expression remained unchanged as he took out another waterskin filled with Dragon Blood.
Back then, he had used seven waterskins to collect the Dragon Blood that had spilled on the ground. Compared to the Ancient Red Dragon's massive size.
The amount of Dragon Blood Tang Zheng had consumed so far could only be described as "trace amounts."
After drinking the third portion of Dragon Blood.
Tang Zheng once again felt that the strong warm current had weakened considerably. The changes in the values on the Ability Table made this even clearer.
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HP: 478 → 530 (41%)
Physical Defense: 260 → 280 (22%)
Magic Defense: 275 → 295 (23%)
...
"This time was even shorter, and the beneficial effect has completely disappeared." Tang Zheng slightly opened his eyes, revealing a sharp glint.
Judging from his own feelings, he was certain that continuing to drink "Dragon Blood" would no longer increase his attributes.
The overall increase in values was: 81 points in HP, 31 points in Physical Defense, and 31 points in Magic Defense.
"An unexpected surprise. Calculated in terms of High-Tier Job levels, the HP alone has increased by five levels out of nowhere, and Physical Defense and Magic Defense have increased by two levels."
Tang Zheng thought to himself with some surprise. Should I say that the Dragon race is a treasure trove from head to toe?
...
Tang Zheng's real thought was to inscribe Flesh Armament.
The only thing that surprised him was the 'Poison Resistance · Weak', this passive ability still hadn't changed at all.
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Passive: Poison Resistance · Weak
Effect: Suitable for resisting weak toxicity (≈ less than 10Lv).
...
"Speaking of which, if drinking 'Dragon Blood' only increases basic stats, how did this passive ability appear?" Tang Zheng couldn't help but feel a little puzzled at this moment.
He carefully recalled the entire process at that time.
Tang Zheng subconsciously looked at his skin, he remembered that his skin was stained with Dragon Blood at the time, and a large area of red marks appeared.
Could it be that drinking 'Dragon Blood' alone and having skin contact with 'Dragon Blood' have different enhancement effects? This thought popped into Tang Zheng's mind.
Speaking of which, he wondered if the blood of the Sun Angler also had similar enhancement effects, these were all worth experimenting with next.
He raised his head.
Tang Zheng looked at the dwarf artisans who had gradually returned to normal after a heated discussion: "It seems that there are already results."
He glanced at the Evil Spirit Dog lying on the ground next to him, trembling with fear because of the 'Dragon Blood'.
"Really, if even this bit of aura affects you, how can you withstand stronger power?"
Tang Zheng raised his hand and patted the Evil Spirit Dog's head, then got up and walked towards the group of dwarves.
"Awoo~" The Evil Spirit Dog let out a soft cry as it watched Tang Zheng's back, a hint of Tenacity in its beastly eyes.
"Everyone, you are the best Rune Artisans I know of so far."
"I wonder if you can replicate this Rune Armor made by the Gray Dwarf race." Tang Zheng walked over and said, looking at the group of dwarves.
The sudden sound.
Made all the dwarves who were immersed in observing the damaged armor, simultaneously raise their heads and look in Tang Zheng's direction.
Faced with the long-lost, highest-level Rune Script, the faces of the dwarf artisans were filled with excitement and exhilaration.
But at this moment, the air was a little quiet!
No one had experienced the forging process of this high-level Rune Item, so naturally, no one had the confidence to complete it.
"What will happen if we can't make it?" Gong De stared at Tang Zheng with his eyes fixed, and said loudly.
The atmosphere suddenly became a little serious.
The dwarf artisans became cautious, everyone had not forgotten that they were kidnapped.
"Then it's just a failure."
Tang Zheng spread his arms very casually in the face of such a question, seemingly not caring whether it would succeed or not.
And that was indeed the case! He did want to replicate this Rune Armor of the Gray Dwarf race, but he also knew that there was a high probability of failure.
It would be best if it could succeed, but failure would not have any impact on Tang Zheng, it would just be a waste of some time.
And Rune Technology was indeed a craft worth studying and developing.
However! Seeing Tang Zheng's indifferent attitude, the dwarves who were drumming in their hearts widened their eyes one by one, blowing their beards in dissatisfaction.
"If you let us forge a Rune Item with the highest-level script on our own, then I have no confidence at all."
"But if it's just copying this armor, I still have some confidence."
"We are really completely underestimated, even if Rune Technology is far inferior to your human Magic Technology, it is also the greatest craft of our dwarf race!"
"Just copying a copy!"
"I'm very angry now."
"Idiot, speak softly."
"......!"
"I just think that being able to forge such a Rune Armor in my lifetime will definitely become a unique memory in my mind."
A series of intense, noisy sounds rang out again. This group of dwarves was clearly dissatisfied with Tang Zheng's casual tone earlier.
Looking at the dwarves, each appearing highly motivated, Tang Zheng's expression remained unchanged.
He wouldn't be swayed by the dwarves' boasting, thinking they were truly skilled artisans.
The Forging Minister held the damaged armor, respectfully turned around, and looked up at Tang Zheng.
"Are there enough people?"
Tang Zheng didn't ask the group of dwarven artisans, but instead focused on the most crucial figure.
"If the number of Rune Artisans could be doubled, the success rate would be higher," the Forging Minister said honestly.
"What's the success rate now?" Tang Zheng asked.
Forging Minister: "Thirty percent."
A thirty percent chance? Very low!
But higher than Tang Zheng initially expected.
It was worth experimenting, as there was almost no loss except for time, because Rune Technology didn't require extra expensive materials.
"Then it's worth a gamble," Tang Zheng said with a smile.
"Hey, human," Gong De's voice came from behind again, filled with excitement.
"To witness the highest-level Rune Script and see this lost power reappear is something we Rune Artisans can't refuse."
"But we've already discussed it."
"Not to mention Mithril and Orichalcum, even Fine Steel can't withstand the power of the four highest-level scripts."
"It must be a more superior metal. If you can find such material, the thirty percent chance you mentioned earlier can be increased by at least another twenty percent."
As soon as he said this,
the dwarves behind him immediately echoed the same sentiment.
Tang Zheng glanced at the Forging Minister beside him. Seeing him nod in agreement, he felt relieved.
"Tell me what tools you need, and I will bring them all to you."
Tang Zheng smiled brightly and spoke to the dwarven artisans, waving his hand in the direction beside him as he spoke.
A large vat, taller than half a person, appeared in the arena.
The sudden appearance of this large object attracted everyone's attention.
"Is that a Magic Pouch?"
"What's that huge vat for?"
This vat, taller than half a person, was already taller than some of the dwarves.
The dwarves fell silent.
An alcoholic aroma with a sour fruit scent wafted from the vat, entering the nostrils of all the dwarves present. This vat was one of the Lizardmen's Four Great Treasures, the 'Large Wine Vat'.
Gulp
Gulp
In this already somewhat hot environment on the outskirts of the Lava Zone, the dwarven artisans were already a bit thirsty, and now, smelling the aroma of the wine,
the sound of throats swallowing saliva rose and fell.
"This is a Magic Item with the ability to automatically produce wine. Theoretically, you can drink as much as you want and it will never run out."
Tang Zheng's calm introduction fell into the dwarves' ears like the whispers of a tempting demon.
A Magic Item that could automatically produce wine was more important to the wine-loving dwarves than their own lives.
Tang Zheng waved his arm again.
Wild boar-like beasts stored in the Item Box appeared on the ground.
"In short, as a reward for helping me, there's plenty of wine and plenty of meat," Tang Zheng said generously.
"I suddenly don't want to go back."
"Don't speak, I feel the same way."
"..."
Soft discussions spread through the crowd.
Soon!
The group of dwarven artisans cast their previous worries to the back of their minds, falling into a frenzy of excitement.
Tang Zheng used Teleport Magic to once again travel to the eastern city of Feiao·Jura, bringing back all the tools needed by the Rune Artisans in one go.
As for the dwarves, Tang Zheng had no interest in the impact caused by the disappearance of all the Rune Artisans.
The next day.
Middle Earth Month, November 18th.
A group of dwarven artisans, looking energetic, surrounded Tang Zheng, each holding tools in their hands, ready to make a big splash.
"Where are the materials? Let's start crafting now." One of the dwarves took the lead and spoke loudly.
In their opinion, since Tang Zheng was confident, he had obviously prepared in advance the metal materials that could withstand the highest-tier Rune Script.
Under the gazes of Tang Zheng and the others, they didn't have to wait long. With a thought, Tang Zheng activated Flesh Armament!
Whoosh! A gray-white mist overflowed from Tang Zheng's body, quickly covering his entire body and condensing into a gray full-body armor.
The sudden scene.
Made all the dwarves stunned for a moment, with a blank look on their faces.
"This is the material I have prepared for you."
From within the gray full-body armor, Tang Zheng's voice came through, and he continued, "I need you to engrave the Rune Script from that armor onto this full-body armor on me."
The air became strangely quiet.
Most of the dwarves opened their mouths, looking at Tang Zheng in disbelief.
"What are you kidding me!"
Gong De glared and shouted angrily, feeling that the human in front of him was playing with them.
"Although my armor is a bit special, it can be called a unique material."
Tang Zheng was not surprised by the change in the expressions of the dwarves. He also felt that his idea was a bit crazy.
But it was worth a try! The Flesh Armament he was currently using had a clear difference from the normal skill due to the unique degradation phenomenon of the other world.
As Tang Zheng spoke, he raised his palm, and the Magic Greatsword appeared in his hand.
Bang! Before the dwarves could react.
Tang Zheng raised the Magic Greatsword and heavily chopped it on his arm, a clearly visible crack appeared on the arm of the full-body armor.
Gong De and the other dwarves looked at this scene somewhat blankly, seemingly not understanding what Tang Zheng was trying to express.
They had been mentioning that very strong metal was needed to withstand the power of the highest-tier script, and the armor in front of them, which could be easily cut with cracks, was obviously not strong.
Tang Zheng didn't say much, but took out an Alchemy Potion and poured it directly on the cracked armor.
In the blink of an eye.
Under the unbelievable gazes of all the dwarves, the crack on the armor had actually been restored to its original state.
This was the unique special ability of Flesh Armament!
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