Monster Hunt: Notes from a Hunter

"The so-called 'backup plan' is this. As for how to deal with Lanlong, it is not a matter of planning. It can only be said that everyone adapts to the situation and plays by ear.

Or, do you have any suggestions? It doesn't matter even if it is not very reliable, maybe it will be a chance to save a life at that time. asked Hilda, looking at the young hunters.

Anshir immediately stretched out his finger, and drew a few small circles on several locations on the map, "These locations have complicated terrain, and stone cliffs and stone pillars can be seen everywhere. Compared with flat areas, they are more suitable for us and Lan Dragon circles.

I think we can plan a few routes, so that when we lure and stagnate Lanlong, we won't bump around like headless chickens. "

"A very good idea."

Hilda nodded with a smile, and added: "In a moment, we will divide the road leading to the ruins into several sections, and each section should roughly plan a route to lure the enemy.

At which section you encounter Lanlong, take the corresponding route, at least be aware of it. "

"There are two other places I might be able to go."

Gordon also spoke, and he moved to the side of the map, "There is a large rocky mountain in the east of the main peak, and there is a cave in it, which may be used as a temporary hiding place.

The rocky mountain was very strong, and Lanlong's storm probably had no effect. It might be possible to break through the mountain with his breath, but it would take a lot of effort. "

"It was the cave where the professor and Alva hid before, right? It's not bad there." Anshir nodded his chin in agreement.

Hilda stared at the map, "It's a little closer to the ruins, but it's always good to have multiple spare shelters."

"There's still this place."

Gordon pointed to a location not far from the main peak to the south of the main peak, "This is the crash site where the scouting airship taught them.

Before leaving Jieyun Village, Alva told me that there are some weapons on the airship, which may be useful. "

"Armed? What armed?" Hilda's eyes lit up.

Of course she knew that it was impossible for the reconnaissance airship to be equipped with fortress-level defense facilities such as dragon-breaking cannons and dragon-slaying guns.

Should it be a heavy bed crossbow?

"There is a heavy bed crossbow at the end of the deck. According to Alva, although half of the airship is broken, the heavy bed crossbow is still intact and should be usable."

Gordon's words confirmed Hilda's guess, while Anshir was a little hesitant.

"The structure of the heavy-duty bed crossbow is not too sophisticated, if it is not too hard damaged, it should be usable, that's right.

But do we really need to go there for a heavy bed crossbow?

Whether it's Hilda's instructor's horned bow or the king's tooth cannon I brought this time, when using powerful ammunition, the attack effect will not be inferior to the bed crossbow too much, right? "

"If it's just used to launch ordinary crossbow shells, it's really unnecessary."

After Hilda responded casually, she asked Gordon: "Did Alva say what kind of crossbows are on the airship? Well, the heavy-duty bed crossbows are only suitable for those two types of crossbows. Are there restraints?"

"Yes, although there is only one pair."

Gordon said with certainty: "Alva specifically mentioned this, he said that when he went back to the wreckage of the airship to search for supplies, he wanted to cut the cord of the restraint bomb and take it away.

But the rope was twisted with steel wires, and the knife he carried couldn't cut through it, so he had to stay there. "

Hilda clapped her hands in satisfaction, "If there is a chance, I can indeed lead Lanlong there.

Of course, it is wishful thinking to rely on a heavy bed crossbow and a pair of restraint bullets to restrain Lanlong. If the bed crossbow is fixed on the ground, with Lanlong's strength, it is estimated that Lanlong will break free soon.

But the bed crossbow on the half-shattered airship, whirring, may have some unexpected effects. "

An Xier was a little uncertain: "You mean, instead of restraining Lanlong in a certain position, hang the wreckage of the airship on Lanlong's body?"

"That's right, Lanlong's flight doesn't rely on wings, but is like a fish in the water, riding the wind. This flying method is more flexible, but it is also more difficult to maintain its posture.

Those gorgeous and complex spinous fins play a role of balance.

If a heavy object such as the wreckage of the airship can be hung on its main fins, not to mention directly forcing it to fall, at least it can make its flight less smooth. "

This might be a good plan.

The discussion went on and on, until eventually even a dejected Hayatta joined in.

She proposed another way of thinking - due to the existence of Lanlong, the Lingfeng Mountains have abundant precipitation, and there are many rivers, lakes and other water areas. In critical moments, they may be able to dive into the water to escape.

This is a trick that hunters often use when encountering a crisis.

But Hilda doesn't really recommend this approach.

After all, according to the historical documents and legends of the Western Continent, Lanlong seems to have the habit of summoning storms, churning the sea, and drawing fish into the air to prey.

Diving into the water may not be useful, at most it can only be used as a "gamble" solution in desperate situations.

Hayata lowered her head in a low voice.

Hilda slapped her on the back hard, "There is still time, if you have time to lose, why don't you think hard for me!

You two too, move your brains and think quickly! "

The sun had already set on the horizon, and the remaining sunset glow in the sky was being swallowed by the night.

The well-rested and energetic hunters came out of the cave where they camped one after another. They wore the professor's special camouflage cloaks, so their appearance was somewhat weird.

Everyone hoped that this disguise could hide them from Lanlong's eyes and ears, so that the danger of this mission could be reduced to a lower level.

But for some reason, everyone has an ominous premonition in their hearts - if there is no accident, there will be an accident this time.

"Pig Chop, help Hayata check her backpack again, be careful, and make sure that the straps and buckles are firmly fixed." Hilda reminded her.

"Good meow."

The pork chop ran behind Hayata, and the latter squatted down to make it easier for him to check.

It was a square and square hard leather backpack, which was specially customized by the owner of the processing shop in Jieyun Village during the few days waiting for the order to arrive.

Soaked in kerosene, purified gunpowder rock powder, two kinds of monster bone marrow, killing dragon fruit, and long lead wires, all have special compartments, and the gaps are filled with a lot of cushioning materials.

Minimize the risk of a collision as much as possible.

After removing the compartments and fillers, this hard backpack can act as the shell of the dragon carbon, just like the wooden barrel of a large barrel bomb, to maximize the explosive power.

There are also kerosene wind lanterns for lighting, signal flares, ropes, iron picks for digging, etc. hanging on the backpack. If it is not for carrying a sword, it looks like a standard explorer.

It was Gordon who was carrying these "clutter" before, but now the backpack has been transferred to Hayatta. This explorer-style outfit inexplicably hit his point of laughter.

He couldn't help but "poof", and Hayata gave him an annoyed look.

"Okay, little guys, don't flirt with each other, stay alert at all times, let's go."