‘But this time, the explanation and the description of the quest is a little different…’
To be honest, it varied greatly.
But because he and many others were curious about Kendellev, they were forced to accept the quest and investigate him.
It was a racial quest; they accepted it because they thought there would be additional bonuses after succeeding, but there were many Dwarves who regretted accepting it.
However, unlike before, he gave Weed more details and kindly explained. They carefully observed how his fame and intimacy as well as the difference in his sculpting skill changed the dialogue of the Instructor.
And then Weed said.
“I believe it is a fact that we Dwarves, once had a great sculptor among us. I will definitely look for evidence to snub it in the Elves arrogant noses.”
— You have accepted the quest.
“Thank you. I’m hoping you’ll find it.”
As a means to show gratitude, the Instructor presented a carving of an Elf.
“Oh! He already accepted the quest.”
“Even though I begged him not to that much..-nim, please abandon it before it’s too late.”
The Dwarves who were beside him grew impatient.
To be honest, they were anxious.
Even if one considered the failure of the quest they accepted, it had been acknowledged as an insurmountable quest. However, since Weed accepted the quest, the Dwarves had an uneasy feeling that he would succeed.
“Instructor, I also believe in the tales of the Sculptor, Kendellev. I also want to search for his tracks.”
“I will as well…”
“Didn’t you guys already fail earlier? However, it would be good if many Dwarves would participate in this event.”
The vigilant Dwarves left together after receiving the quest from the Instructor because they all suspected that they would be left behind. Weed, making the most of this opportunity, left the Sculptor’s Guild.
The Dwarven Village, Iron Hand was built along the rugged mountain peaks.
Blacksmith stores and houses were built on an uneven surfaces, and the village square was made in the form of staircases. There were very few flat terrains to be found, and therefore they were very costly.
There is no place like the village square for people to sell their unwanted goods and recruit teammates.
Weed went to the corner of the square and started sculpting.
Sa-gak-ssa-gak
“I heard that Dwarf has superior sculpting skills, is that true?”
“It remains to be seen. Anyone who accepted and completed Kedellev’s quest would have bragged about it.”
“We’ll, have to wait and see.”
The Dwarves were closely watching Weed. The users who accepted Kendellev’s quest were filled with regret.
Weed was determined to solve the issue with this quest.
Weed was sculpting, showing no intention of relocating.
His marvelous skill allowed him to carve a circular block of wood by spinning it, as if it were an apple!
Even after becoming a Dwarf, the unknown beings whispered in his ear.
I’m sorry I ignored you up until now. Please hurry and sculpt me.
Look at me; look at me and sculpt me, I say. Sculptors have always ignored our existence.
Weak. Pathetic. Don’t you desire power?
It might be because he was transformed as Dwarf using his sculpting skill, but the beings who muttered with alluring voices became more polite.
They stopped cursing him after he displayed his skills in the Sculpting Guild, because of that, he sculpted with relief.
“No, now! It’s not like I’ll be here day in and day out. I will make you some sculptures. Please stand in a line, a line!”
In this manner, he sold souvenirs to young Dwarves as a side business…
While there weren’t many Dwarves with outstanding skills to choose from, there were many Warriors and Fighters. If a sculpture was smaller, there would be a greater probability of usefulness during a battle.
In that case, he made a living making and selling sculptures, he sold them to the merchants who wanted to buy and sell, and to the tourists.
“Can’t you increase the price by just 1 copper?”
“It’s a sculpture I made with a lot of effort… Please give me 1 more copper. I’ll show you around for cheap.”
“I’m giving special discount. For a short time, all sculptures will be 30 % off! It’s first come first serve up to the first 5 people.”
For some Dwarves, sales came in different sum, while others walked away with their confidence crushed.
The Dwarves who were watching got their hopes crushed and left.
Although he started sculpting in order to elude the pursuers, Weed was overflowing with motivation. Compared to carving and selling sculptures in other villages and Kingdoms, the customer responses here were completely different.
“You sculptures differ from what those other Dwarves made. I’ll pay 1 gold.”
“Thank you. It’s very beautiful.”
“Did you make these as souvenirs for those who came to Dwarven Village? Thank you.”
In order to show respect towards the Dwarven master craftsmen, they usually paid the asking price. He received different treatment from human villages.
The Dwarven sculptures humorously transformed into the appearance of the guests, it was so popular, it sold like hot cakes.
And the masterpieces he made prioritizing his inner feelings above all!
Ttiring!
— A fine piece! Dwarf boy was completed!
A happy Dwarven boy wearing a hat.
Although the sculpture does not have a childlike appearance, his lack of a beard tells you of his young age.
Looking at the sculpture closely, in-depth sculpting artistry can be found.
Artistic Value:
Because it is a work of a qualified Sculptor, 73.
Special options:
Luck stat increase by 7.
The number of completed Fine Piece: 34
— The effect of sculpting skills have increased in experience.
— Fame has increase by 1.
There are a few minor errors but the sculpture still came out as a fine piece.
I think it is very well done for my standard, even beans can grow in the midst of a drought.
But since walking down the path of the Eternal Sculptor, masterpieces are produced fairly frequently.
‘It all thanks to the increased effectiveness of my skill.’
Weed was satisfied with the end result. Not only did the Sculpting skill increase, but even the related skills would increase its effectiveness by 20 %.
Sculpting Blade skill increased by 20 %, and Sculpture Transformation will become better at expressing racial characteristics.
Weed was able to use the fast paced method he had learned from his illegal part-time job during his teenage years.
With approximately 45 masterpiece sculptures created, he could earn approximately 1,200 gold.
It was petty cash compared to what other classes made, but with all his money invested in Morata even this small amount was precious!
Weed made sculptures all night long.
When morning came, the Dwarven Liberation Corp entered the town square.
“One day of taxes from all travellers!”
All are required to pay taxes for all commercial activity done in the square, if you do not pay the taxes required, you will be forcibly expelled.
The Dwarven Liberation Corps ruled over all the guilds in Iron Hand!
The Dwarven Liberation Corps increased the village’s tax rate by 35 %, making it higher than any other villages.
Murderous tax rates!