Monster Hunt: Notes from a Hunter

Now that they have decided to go to the sand sea city of Lockhak, Gordon and Hayata don't plan to stay in Tangia Port for too long.

Although there is still some time before the monsoon blows to the desert, there is nothing wrong with going there early to prepare and familiarize yourself with the environment.

Mr. Hao Shang appreciates their idea of ​​being prepared.

And offered to say that if they want to go to Lockhak as soon as possible, he can help communicate and contact the airship.

"I always feel that you can't wait to throw us over there." Gordon folded his arms and said with a wooden face.

"Hahaha, I don't want to provide you with as much convenience as possible."

Mr. Haoshang said beautiful words, "Lockhacker will be very happy to get two strong support."

Gordon won't be smug just because the other party flatters him.

"Come on, I still have self-knowledge. In terms of strength, I may be considered good among my peers, but compared to those experienced senior hunters, I am far behind."

When the wealthy businessman heard this, his face became serious, "Brother Gordon, you must be wrong, in fact, high-ranking hunters seldom participate in the 'Great Banquet'.

In the sand fleet responsible for blocking Fengshanlong, the four-star and five-star hunters can be regarded as the top combat power. "

"Why is this happening?" Hayata asked with a frown, "Isn't only high-level hunters eligible to participate in the mission against ancient dragons?"

"Usually that's true."

The wealthy businessman patiently explained: "But the battle to stop Fengshanlong is quite special, so you don't really need high-ranking hunters.

The Fengshan Dragon is huge and has a thick carapace. Unless it targets certain weak points, it is extremely difficult for hunter weapons, even high-level weapons, to effectively damage it.

The real attack force is actually the sand boat and the dragon-fighting boat.

Well, to be precise, it was the cannons, bed crossbows, and heavy weapons and mechanisms such as the dragon gun on the ship.

This is why I invited Anshir to participate in the 'Great Feast' at the very beginning - as a shooter, he is also very comfortable when using those heavy long-range weapons.

It's a pity that he's going to the Western Continent, and the schedule is tight. "

"But the experience and skills of the above hunters must be more advantageous, right?" Hayata complained a little for her master.

"Of course."

Haoshang continued to explain: "As you said, the skills and experience of high-level hunters, especially the experience of facing ancient dragons, will play a big role.

Ordinary hunters would feel weak in their legs even if they saw Fengshanlong from a distance, but high-level hunters would not have this problem. "

Speaking of which, the wealthy businessman gave Gordon a meaningful look, as if to say - this is why I like you.

"However, as you all know, most high-level hunters are busy, and the price of hiring them is quite high.

For the sand fleet responsible for blocking Fengshanlong, the cost performance is relatively low, so it is better to train local hunters.

The first time I participated in the 'Grand Feast', I might be scared when I faced Feng Shanlong. Then the second, third, and fourth time, wouldn't I be much calmer?

Therefore, the fighters of the Sand Fleet are mainly composed of local and experienced low-rank hunters in Locklark, most of whom are second-, third-, and fourth-stars.

Their main task is to fire crossbow shells, artillery, and rush to the back of Fengshanlong at the right time to dig minerals. "

Gordon pointed to himself, "So what is our role?"

There was a mysterious smile on the corner of Haoshang's mouth, "I have higher expectations for you, as for what to do, just adapt to the situation.

Maybe when the time comes, you will know. "

The title of "luxury businessman" is no joke.

The captain of the trading ship from the Japanese country has quite a good network in Tangia port.

This can be seen from the attitude of Tangiya drunkard president and the Kanban girls towards him before.

With the help of his communication, Gordon and the others boarded an empty boat carrying precious items.

This airship was supposed to take off half a day ago, but in the face of the wealthy businessman, it insisted on waiting until now.

The attitude of the merchants on the boat towards them was even more enthusiastic.

Even in the extremely narrow cabin, a small compartment was vacated for them.

Gordon, who knew what the businessman had misunderstood, left the compartment for Harjatta and Pork Chop, and ran to sleep in the hammock with the crew.

Anyway, the itinerary was only one day and one night, so we just made do with it.

Crossing the dune-rolling Sekmel region (the old desert), the airship entered the sand sea the next day.

This is a vast plain.

Sand dunes are difficult to form because the gravel is extremely fine and dry, and there are almost no rocks.

Looking down from the air, the sand surface is flat, the ripples are rolling, and the horizon is far away, as if connected to the sky, just like the ocean.

The name of Shahai comes from this.

At some point, the friendly businessman who changed into a loose and breathable desert robe walked up to the two people and the cat who were on the deck, admiring the beautiful scenery of the sand sea.

"Is this the first time for the two master hunters to come to Locklark?" The merchant's tone was kind and respectful.

Gordon had actually visited this sand sea city, and even knew the local guild master quite well, but he didn't talk too much.

Hayata nodded lightly.

"It's really a very welcoming city."

The businessman said with emotion, "Although it is in a dry desert, there is no shortage of water sources. As long as you do sun protection, it is unexpectedly a good place for vacation!"

"Are there any specialties in Locklark?" Hayata asked casually.

"Of course there is. Leaving aside the special ore of Fengshanlong, precious spices with very little production, exotic jewelry, sand fish dragon liver, and sand sea monster leather are all good products!

Every year when the monsoon comes, merchants in Loklark will bring out their best products.

At the same time, merchants from the entire desert and even the entire continent will gather here. This is the real 'Harvest Festival'! "

Hayata was stunned upon hearing this.

The special ore of Fengshanlong is actually just an "introduction". The so-called harvest festival is more of a grand gathering for businessmen, tourists and local residents.

"Mr. Merchant went so early, what is he planning to buy?" Gordon asked with a smile.

"Oh, I'm mainly in the jewelry business. I buy jewelry every year and bring some silk to sell. Silk is very popular in Locklark."

No wonder Gordon thought.

The main reason why airships are rarely used for commodity transportation is that the cost is too high, but since it is jewelry, there is no problem, the unit weight value of this thing is really scary.

Meanwhile, the merchant's words reminded Gordon of a special kind of jewelry.

— Ornaments, or in the more commonly used term among hunters, "beads".

These precious gems are similar to protective stones, with mysterious power attached to them. After being inlaid on equipment and weapons, they can provide hunters with additional protection.

High-quality beads, like the protective stones, are rare to see on weekdays, but maybe some will appear in the Loklark Harvest Festival where merchants gather?

If you are lucky and can get one or two, it will be a worthwhile trip.

Ps.

The pit of beads is too deep, there will be no plots of "brushing beads" or even "equipping" in this work, the sense of the game is too heavy.

At most, only a few will appear, as an embellishment in line with the world view.