“Top grade artifact soul” Qin Lun shook his head and smiled bitterly. Currently, he only had more than 30,000 broken crystals left on him. How could he have the money to exchange for top grade artifact souls?

Even if Frank and his team entered the quest world as temporary team badges, he would no longer sponsor them. They were purchased by Didi from the remaining resources of the Learning Pharmacist.

“Without top-grade artifact souls, you won’t be able to reach Dark Gold quality. Unfortunately, this World Tree longbow!” The old dwarf’s expression was filled with regret. As a master blacksmith, it was the greatest regret that he didn’t use energy materials.

“Master, I remember that many Dark Gold equipment do not have artifact souls. Only Legendary grade equipment requires artifact souls, right?” Qin Lun thought for a moment and was puzzled.

‘”You’re not entirely right. In fact, your apostles’ equipment has a certain spirituality as long as it reaches the blue quality. This spirituality is essentially an artifact soul, but there is no consciousness of the Legendary Artifact Soul awakening on its own.”

The old dwarf explained with a smile, “And this World Tree Bow of yours is not adapted to the shattered starry sky. It has completely lost its spirituality.” For example, although the apostle’s dark gold equipment did not possess the intelligence of a legendary item, it was still a creature. “The World Tree Bow is only a body, it has the potential to become a legendary item, but it doesn’t have the soul of an ordinary creature.”

Qin Lun slowly nodded. The old dwarf’s analogy was very vivid, and he understood it immediately. He originally thought that the World Tree Longbow and the Undead Sacred Artifact could only be broken down and used as the most basic equipment materials. Now, it seemed that as long as the soul of the artifact was poured into it, it could still recover some of its power.

However, equipment above Dark Gold required very strict compatibility with the artifact soul. Not only would an inappropriate artifact soul not be able to fill the equipment, it would also damage the equipment. Although the World Tree Bow no longer had any intelligence, it was still a complete body. However, if it was damaged internally, it would not even be as good as the equipment.

‘”Your World Tree longbow is a cold weapon. Its structure is simple and its material is excellent. From my point of view, I hope you can consider it and not break it down. You’d rather wait until you find a suitable artifact soul to’resurrect’ it in the future!” The old dwarf advised sincerely.

“I see!” Qin Lun nodded and pointed at the Undead Sacred Artifact, “What about this thing?”

“Oh, by the way, there’s also this strange staff!” The old dwarf grabbed his white beard with a serious expression. “If I’m not mistaken, this should be an ancient burial object, right?”

“Funeral objects … Mm, yes!” Qin Lun was slightly stunned. He thought for a moment. It was not wrong to say that the Undead Sacred Artifact was buried with him. Wasn’t the Lich and the Necromancer Knights dead in a sense?

“This thing … isn’t actually a’shell ‘. It hasn’t completely’died’ yet. I mean … can you understand?” The old dwarf frowned and said.

“Not dead!” Qin Lun raised his eyebrows. He was as smart as him. Of course, he could understand Francis’s words. He asked in surprise, “Are you saying that it’s still a complete piece of equipment?”

“No, no, it’s not an equipment. Its original function and ability have already disappeared with the dissipation of the equipment’s Laws. However … because it has been exposed to dense death energy and yin energy for many years, the equipment material has been corroded by the death energy.”

The old dwarf stared at the Undead Sacred Artifact, but did not touch it. He said with a serious expression, “Although this thing has lost its original laws, the death aura of the material itself has not completely dissipated. It has no effect on your apostles, but ordinary creatures cannot touch it for long. Otherwise, their bodies and minds will be corroded.”

Qin Lun asked cautiously, “Then can you repair its function? I mean, part of it …”

‘”No, I’m just a master blacksmith. Even if I get the right soul, there’s nothing I can do about it. This thing is more like a magical item than a weapon. You need an enchanter or an inscription master to repair it!” The old dwarf shrugged helplessly and continued, “And I also don’t recommend that you break it down. If this thing fuses into the weapon box, it will affect the effectiveness of the other equipment materials.”

“Alright!” Qin Lun thought for a moment, then put away the Undead Saint Artifact Staff.

“Leave the World Tree longbow behind. I need its size when I make the weapon box.” The old dwarf once again counted the equipment and materials in front of him. After examining them for a while, he suddenly frowned and picked up the Frost Gem and the Elemental Burst Bead. “These two things …”

“Haha, these two items are not considered equipment materials. They belong to the energy category. I don’t have much liquidity, so I intend to give them to you to offset some of the forging costs.” Qin Lun explained with a smile.

“Offset the cost of forging?” The old dwarf’s expression was a little strange. He smiled and shook his head, “It’s enough that you need such a large piece of meteorite iron as the main material for the weapon case. I will add some other sporadic materials.” Together with the cost of crafting, the total cost is a little more than last time. It’s about 50,000 broken crystals. An apostle like you wouldn’t even have 50,000 broken crystals, right? If there really isn’t, I won’t give you credit! ”

“Don’t worry, I won’t let you work for nothing!” Qin Lun felt helpless.

Every time an apostle entered the quest world, they might not be able to return. The great races of the Abyss Devils and Elves did not mind paying a price to invest in potential apostles. However, Francis definitely couldn’t afford to invest in it, so the forging fees were usually paid before forging.

Qin Lun only had 35,000 broken crystals on him, and he still owed Lost 50,000. Now, he really had to sell some of his things.

‘”As for this Frost Gem and Elemental Burst Orb” The old dwarf pondered for a moment before asking seriously, “Do you only want to put these weapons together and quickly change them in battle, or do you want to add some other abilities?”

Qin Lun’s eyes lit up. The apostles had their own storage space and could quickly change their outfits in battle. However, the storage space of the apostles was not limited to weapons and equipment. There were other things, so they needed to concentrate when they were called. No matter what, there was a reaction process.

The weapon box didn’t have this drawback. It could use the most suitable equipment at any time and anywhere. It could be connected seamlessly in battle. In terms of terminology, it was a set of continuous moves without interruption, directly killing the enemy.

To be able to bring the World Tree longbow, Light and Dark Burial, Wind Chasing Frost, Claw Chains, and other equipment into a pocket-sized weapon box that resembled the World War II world, the Little Red Riding Hood girl from Green College had an amazing weapon in her hand. If there were any other uses, Qin Lun, a blacksmith, wouldn’t be able to imagine it.

“What other abilities can the weapon box add?” Qin Lun probed Francis.

“Haha, looks like you haven’t touched the weapon box before!” The old dwarf stroked his white beard proudly. “Actually, it wasn’t your original idea to combine several weapons together. Many professional apostles of the Horn of the Devil would have this idea after entering the middle and high ranks.

In addition to holding the apostles’ most handy weapons, the casing usually had several supplementary abilities. Let me give you some examples for your consideration.

For example, some of the apostles in charge of the main attack in the guild would choose to convert the casing into a turret or flamethrower; The defensive apostles would be transformed into shields or even small particle shields; Some auxiliary weapons cages can be transformed into short-range flying props; “There are also simple medical kits and even spare limb freezers.”

“Flying props? Refrigerated amputated limbs?” Francis’s words widened Qin Lun’s horizons.

If the fortresses and the Lost Rookies had the flying tools in Toril World, many people would have survived. As for freezing amputated limbs … The apostles didn’t seem to need it, but in the actual adventure, even if they had precious amputated limb regeneration medicines, they wouldn’t be able to use them due to the presence of the characters in the plot.

Moreover, the regeneration cycle of amputated regenerative drugs was a bit long, so it was not as convenient as the amputated refrigerator. In addition, Qin Lun also thought of some human organs that were more useful than amputated limbs, allowing the apostles to display greater combat strength.

Just like Grant, the clown amongst the five murderers, his viral bloodline possessed a powerful regenerative ability, but apart from wearing the clown mask, his offensive ability was somewhat weak. If he could temporarily fuse with the heart of a powerful creature during a battle, then the situation would be completely different.

Of course, the weapons Francis was talking about were definitely bigger. They didn’t necessarily have these special functions, and they could accommodate Qin Lun’s various apostle equipment. However, as an example, it did give him a lot of ideas.

Thinking back to his own needs, Qin Lun asked cautiously, “Master, if I were to use these materials now, what other functions would my weapon case have?”

“Haha, you’re very honest. You didn’t ask me to do anything unrealistic.” The old dwarf pondered for a while before replying, “According to your request, your weapon casing will not be very big. Try to reduce its size as much as possible and speed up the conversion of weapons …”

On this basis, I can try to give it one or two combat abilities by using frost gemstones as energy sources and adding the elemental activity of explosive beads. As for what kind of combat skill it is, I need to think about it carefully. I can only wait until the design is complete before I have a clue. ”

“Alright, after signing the contract, I will leave these things behind. As long as they meet my basic requirements, the rest of the design will be up to you!” Qin Lun smiled and waved his hand. As a blacksmith, sometimes trusting the capable was more important.

Before signing the soul contract, Francis went to his own forging shop, packed up the necessary tools, and notified his family before returning to the headquarters of the Order-keeping Front.

The forging of the weapon casing was different from the previous Light and Dark Burial Technique. Light and Dark Burial Technique was only an upgrade in quality, while the weapon casing was designed and forged for a new piece of equipment. The old dwarf probably wouldn’t be able to complete it in half a month. During this period, he had to stay at the headquarters of the Guardian Front to eat and sleep, and he had to sign a soul contract with Qin Lun.

The creatures of the shattered starry sky, be it the apostles or the natives, would be bound by the soul contract. This contract was actually a disguised form of protection for the natives. A master blacksmith like Francis had been silenced countless times by the apostles without the restraint of the contract.

Because of the existence of the apostles and the apostle city, the forging, alchemy, inscriptions, magic, science, and technology of this space-time were all incomparably developed. A master blacksmith like Francis was a legendary craftsman in the entire continent, even in a world as vast as Toril’s.

By the time Qin Lun returned to his villa, the sky was already dim. He looked up at the night sky outside the window and dialed Kelly’s private number.

“Why are you looking for me again in just a few days? Are you in love with me, huh?” The female martial artist on the other end of the projector raised her head and yawned. Her eyes were filled with thick black circles. It seemed that after returning, this woman must have gone crazy for several days.

“Don’t worry, when you’re not scheming, you’re still a little cute!” Kelly purposely crossed her arms and hugged her chest. The plump peaks revealed a snow-white and delicate appearance. She moved closer to the projector and gave Qin Lun a charming look. “Sister can suffer a bit. You paid for your guild fee for accompanying Sister all night. How about it?”

‘”Cough cough ~ ~” Qin Lun couldn’t help but cough lightly. He speechlessly took out a gold-inlaid card and waved it in front of the projector.

“You … obtained it from Toril World?” Seeing the card in Qin Lun’s hand, the sleepiness on Kelly’s face disappeared and she asked with wide phoenix eyes.

“I want to sell it. You’ve helped me a lot this time. Since you want to sell it, I’ll return your favor.” Qin Lun said calmly.

“It’s really hard for you to owe me a favor!” Kelly looked at Qin Lun with a complicated expression. She glanced at the item in his hand and said faintly, “However, every time you make a deal, we high-ranking apostles can’t refuse!”

“Let me ask you one last time, are you really going to sell it? You should know that this thing is very difficult to obtain, very … very precious!” Kelly licked her lips and gasped for breath.

“So what!” Qin Lun expressionlessly glanced at the item in his hand and said indifferently, “To me, it’s just a beautiful card. I’ve already obtained it twice, and there will be a third and fourth time in the future … But you, are you sure my favor is only worth the priority of buying this card?”

Kelly fell silent, her eyes slightly absent-minded.