20demayo Chapter 28, First Spell!
Chapter 28, First Spell!
Just when Shi Lan thought the matter was over, Shen Mo walked towards the adjacent spell exchange counter...
"Shen Mo..." Shi Lan called out to Shen Mo in confusion, "What are you doing there?"
"I want to exchange for a spell."
"Spells?" Shi Lan was taken aback and asked in surprise, "You have a talent for spellcasting?"
"I don't know." Shen Mo shook his head. "I want to try."
Shi Lan was speechless upon hearing this, but still kindly offered some advice:
Becoming a spellcaster is not that easy.
You must have meditated before, right?
Have you discovered you have a talent?
"Maybe..." Shen Mo chuckled, "That's why I wanted to give it a try and see if I could become a spellcaster."
Thinking that Shen Mo had already exchanged for two combat skills, Shi Lan offered a few more words of advice.
Sensing that Shen Mo had made up his mind, he said no more.
She's not Shen Mo's nanny, so she won't interfere with Shen Mo's decisions...
Even in her heart, Shi Lan felt that Shen Mo was somewhat arrogant.
He achieved early success and was also exceptionally gifted.
Perhaps it's because his upbringing was too smooth, and he never experienced setbacks, that he's so confident, even arrogant...
In that case, hitting a wall and facing setbacks might actually be a good thing for him...
Thinking of this, Shi Lan completely lost the idea of persuading Shen Mo.
In fact, Shen Mo wasn't sure either.
Basic meditation techniques are commonplace in Dusk Valley City, and countless people have practiced them, including Shen Mo.
But he had never really made a name for himself before.
It's often used to help with sleep...
Previously, hunting monsters only resulted in physical enhancements.
So Shen Mo never thought of becoming a "noble mage" before.
If it weren't for killing the lesser demon and gaining a bit of mental enhancement...
Shen Mo wouldn't even consider giving it a try now...
Even a Black Iron-level Demon Hunter can only exchange for Tier 1 spells.
Shen Mo requested the spell list to search for the spell he wanted...
That little devil left a deep impression on Shen Mo.
So he originally wanted to exchange for the "Fear Technique".
However, after examining the spell's effects, considering his own combat style, and taking Shi Lan's advice...
Shen Mo chose to exchange for the "Zombie Movement Technique".
The effect of this first-tier spell is to make targets within a small area of fifty meters become stiff and slowed down.
It has a long enough range and good area control.
It doesn't sound very powerful, and it can't completely restrict the target.
But according to Shi Lan, she once saw a Gold-level Demon Hunter spellcaster who was so skilled in the Zombiewalking spell that he could cast it instantly.
It can also render a target group within 200 meters and a radius of 20 to 30 meters immobile!
Even third-tier monsters are not immune!
Moreover, there is an enhanced version of the zombie walking technique.
The second-tier spell Slow Spell and the third-tier spell Sluggish Spell are both upgraded versions of the Stagger Spell.
Once you've mastered the Freeze Technique, learning the Slow and Sluggish Techniques will be much easier...
The price is just...
"10 points, 9300 Alliance Coins".
Upon hearing the staff's quote, Shen Mo couldn't help but click his tongue in astonishment.
Without hesitation, he took out his savings card and the Black Iron Badge, and used up his last 10 points...
The learning time for spells is two months longer than that for combat skills.
Aside from that, the requirements are the same as for combat skills.
Holding the three skill books, Shen Mo couldn't help but feel a sense of感慨 (gan3kai3, a complex emotion encompassing both admiration and reflection).
If it weren't for "The Demon Hunter's Handbook," he certainly wouldn't have been so reckless in exchanging for combat skills.
The difficulty of learning combat skills and spells is extremely high.
It's normal for someone like the original owner to not learn the Sky-Piercing Slash for half a year.
Shi Lan initially advised Shen Mo to exchange for combat skills one by one, which was also for this reason.
Unexpectedly, Shen Mo went all in...
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Leave the Demon Hunter Association.
Shi Lan led Shen Mo north along Twilight Avenue to the Magic Armorer's Workshop she had mentioned.
I stopped by Shenzhou Union Bank on the way and deposited the money from selling the motorcycle into my card.
The two walked all the way to the north of Shangping District before arriving at a place called "Rose Workshop".
This is a pure white five-story building, standing alone outside of high-rise buildings and a bustling commercial street, surrounded by large flowerbeds filled with roses...
When Shi Lan brought Shen Mo here.
Just then, a Witcher with a silver badge pinned to his chest emerged from the Rose Workshop, accompanied by several Bronze and Iron Witchers.
"Long time no see, Shi Lan."
The leader of the silver-ranked demon hunters saw Shi Lan and his eyes lit up. He took the initiative to greet her.
He then glanced at Shen Mo, looked at the black iron badge on his chest, and then looked away.
"Long time no see, Lan Ting," Shi Lan asked casually. "When did you get back?"
"Today," Lan Ting said casually. "And who's this next to you?"
Shi Lan briefly explained, "I've formed a demon-hunting team, and these are the members I've recruited."
"Oh, what a pity!" Lan Ting said with regret and sincerity, "I heard you left Red Flag, and I was thinking of inviting you to join Azure."
"Haha, Azure is full of talented people, it doesn't need me."
Shi Lan laughed heartily, exchanged pleasantries with Lan Ting and his group, and then the two sides officially parted ways.
"Lanting is a spellcaster."
It is said that he has undergone three spiritual sublimations and one physical sublimation, making him extremely powerful!
He's also the vice-captain of the Azure Hunter Group!
Azure Hunters?
Shen Mo had heard of this hunting group; its reputation seemed to be quite good.
After introducing Lanting to Shen Mo, Shi Lan led Shen Mo into the Rose Workshop.
As soon as you enter the courtyard, the fragrance of flowers fills the air.
But what caught Shen Mo's eye was the equipment displayed in the hall like exhibits after he entered the room.
There were swords, spears, halberds, armor, shields, as well as staffs, puppets, rings, necklaces...
Every piece of equipment emanated magical energy; they were all magical gear!
"Do you two need... Shi Lan?"
A short-haired girl came down the stairs and looked surprised when she saw Shi Lan.
"Hello, Leyi, are you minding the shop today?"
"Yes, and who is this?"
Lin Leyi looked at Shen Mo curiously.
Shi Lan introduced, "My teammate, Shen Mo, came here to buy some equipment."
"Then you take him to see it first."
Come find me again once you've made your choice.
I haven't finished my model assignment yet, I have to go get busy!
After saying that, Lin Leyi turned around and went upstairs to the second floor, completely oblivious to the fact that so many magical costumes on the first floor had been stolen.
"That girl's name is Lin Leyi, from the Twilight District."
Seeing Shen Mo watch Lin Leyi leave, Shi Lan jokingly said:
"If you're interested in her, you'd better put in some effort."
"I'm just curious about magic armorers."
Shen Mo withdrew his gaze and calmly asked:
What is the origin of this workshop?
Whether it's the location, the decor, or anything else, Rose Workshop has a certain uniqueness.
This piqued Shen Mo's curiosity.
"The owner of the Rose Workshop is named Mei Gui, the Mei of plum blossom."
Shi Lan said something, and seeing Shen Mo's calm expression, she was immediately surprised:
"You don't know the Mei family?"
"Uh..." Shen Mo was taken aback. "The Mei family?"
"One of the oldest families in Twilight Valley City."
It is said that before Mugu City joined the alliance, these families controlled Mugu City.
They are core members of the Senate, executive directors of the Mugaya Trading Company, and even members of these families often hold power in the governing hall...
Shi Lan said with a look of emotion and longing:
"The Mei family owns a large amount of real estate both inside and outside Mugu City."
Although she's keeping a low profile now, she still holds a very high position...