Helios Orb Chronicle – Chapter 84

**Side: Ludia**

“Whether this timing is good or bad is really making me agonize…”

Ed clutched his head after hearing what Yamato and Prim told us as soon as we entered the Albert Workshop. I understood Ed’s feelings perfectly, as we had the same reaction when we first heard the news.

“If you say that, does it mean my and Prim’s weapons are ready?”

“They might still need minor adjustments, but that’s what I heard. Still, an Orc King and an Orc Queen appearing here… are you cursed or something?”

“Is that me? Or is it Feel?”

“How should I know? Anyway, I’ll go get Grandpa, so wait a bit.”

Honestly, it doesn’t make much of a difference who’s cursed.

However, the fact that Yamato and Prim’s weapons are ready is undoubtedly good news. While the Jade Silver isn’t a problem, Lapis Laz is a rank above, so our combat strength will definitely increase.

“Didn’t you say Lapis Laz’s magic strength is only slightly lower than Divine Metal, and everything else is the same?”

“That’s right. Its magic conductivity is a bit lower, but its strength and hardness are superior to Jade Silver, so it will undoubtedly boost their combat power.” Marina answered my sister’s question. The Crafters agreed, and it also means their current Jade Silver weapons can be kept as spares.

“Indeed. Lapis Laz is still an unknown. Especially since we’re going to an Orc settlement with the Alliance, having spares won’t hurt.”

“I agree. That’s why if the Lapis Laz weapons hadn’t been ready, I was even considering having spares made with Jade Silver.”

It seems they have Magic Silver weapons in storage, but since they’ve broken them multiple times, they wouldn’t serve as spares for Yamato and Prim. While evolving into High Class, and especially Ancient Class, is something to aspire to, it requires constantly replacing weapons, making it incredibly expensive. However, this might change if Jade Silver and Blue-Gray Iron are officially announced.

“They likely will. While the initial cost is high, it’s an amount High Class adventurers can prepare relatively quickly, and in the long run, it’s undoubtedly a worthwhile purchase, so I believe it will become very popular.”

Fina, now freed from slavery and officially married to Ed this morning, continues to work as the Crafter’s Master’s secretary, so she’s privy to such information. By the way, she married Marina yesterday. We were actually planning to have a meal together tonight with everyone, but it might be a bit difficult.

“Ah, Mr. Yamato. As for the Beast Carriage, only minor adjustments remain, so I can hand it over tomorrow. Since we might be staying overnight, would you like to take it with you?”

“Oh, it’s ready? Thank you. Yes, I’ll take it, just in case.”

“That would be for the best. We have tents, of course, but they’re no match for a Beast Carriage designed for comfort. If we end up staying, I’ll have to ask to use it. I’m sorry to trouble everyone.”

Ah, it’s finished. But there’s no need to be so polite. That Beast Carriage was essentially built with just Yamato and Prim’s earnings. Everyone feels the same way, so don’t be shy.

“Sorry to keep you waiting. I’ve heard from Ed about the situation. It’stroublesome once again, and to think you’ll be the ones to resolve it… As a resident of Feel, I feel apologetic and deeply grateful at the same time.”

“It’s part of our job as Hunters, and we like Feel,” Richard said, opening his mouth apologetically as he emerged from the workshop with Ed. Yamato replied as if it were the most natural thing. While there are High Class adventurers who act condescendingly or arrogantly, Yamato, unlike them, is polite and courteous, earning him the trust of everyone in Feel.

“I’m glad to hear you say that. Ah, let me hand them over first. These are the Lapis Laz swords and spears. We just need to make some minor adjustments to match your specifications, so please hold them for a moment.”

“Understood.”

Yamato took the sword and drew it from its elaborately decorated Lapis Laz saya. Wow, it’s so beautiful…

“…Amazing. I’m holding it for the first time, yet it feels like I’ve been using it forever.”

Yamato’s sword has a Jade Green blade with what looks like scarlet vines entwined around it. The guard is teardrop-shaped, but not too large. Yamato explained it’s not meant for blocking attacks but to prevent his hand from slipping onto the blade when thrusting. The saya’s decoration is a bit strange around the opening, with what look like entangled balls, but otherwise, it’s not overly flashy. Huh? Is that a Taijitu? I’ve never heard of that.

“Mine too. The prototype halberd was incredible, but this is even better.”

Prim’s spear is also incredibly beautiful. Prim’s spear features a pair of axe blades resembling Prim’s wings, a single claw adorned like Foxy’s tail, a lance-shaped butt designed for thrusting, and a tip that’s a spear capable of cleaving, about the same length as a short sword. At Prim’s request, scarlet is the base color, but the tip, butt, and claws are a pale silver-red, while the pair of axe blades are dyed pure white, making them look like pure white wings from a distance.

“How are they?”

“The flow of magic feels smoother than the prototype, and more importantly, it feels like a companion I’ve used for a long time.”

“I feel the same way.”

Both Yamato and Prim look incredibly happy. Prim’s tail is wagging furiously from side to side.

“It makes me happy to hear you say that. With this, the Evil Drake subjugation request is finally complete,” Richard said with a smile. Come to think of it, the reward for subjugating the Evil Drake was the sword and spear Richard would forge, wasn’t it? We heard rumors about it in town before we came to Feel, so we heard about it often.

“I totally forgot, but yes, that’s right.”

“I’m sorry to have kept you waiting for so long. However, given that I’m using Lapis Laz, Japanese sword-making techniques, and methods I’ve never used before myself, I hope you can forgive me.”

“What are you saying? It was worth the wait.”

The alloy and the sword-making method are technologies from Yamato’s world, aren’t they? Even the greatest blacksmith in Amister would take time.

“Then, finally, please decide on the names for this sword and spear. Only then will they be truly complete.”

“Are we really allowed to decide?

“Of course. A weapon is only complete when it’s named. Normally, we would name them, but these are weapons made for you. There’s no one more suited to name them than you.” Richard explained that custom-made weapons are crafted to match the user’s magic power, and having the user name them strengthens the bond between the weapon and its wielder. I see, so that’s why the user has to name it themselves. Does that mean our weapons will also require us to name them? I should start thinking about it now.

“I see. Then I’ll name mine… Scarlet Wing.”

“That’s a good name. Your wings are white, but the spear itself is scarlet as you wished. And since you have the Extreme Flame Wing, it fits perfectly.”

“Thank you. What about you, Yamato?”

“I’ll name mine Azure Silver Sword – Pale Green. The origin is the sword’s color, but I used the name of a sword that actually exists in my world.”

Both names fit their appearance, and they’re good names. The only concern is not being able to test them, but that can be handled on the journey. We can’t accompany you, so we can only pray for your safety in Feel. So please come back safely, because we’ll be praying for your safe return.

**Side: Yamato**

My Azure Silver Sword – Pale Green, and Prim’s Scarlet Wing, are finally complete. I didn’t expect to have to name them myself, but the moment I saw the sword, this name came to mind. In my world, Pale Green is famous as Minamoto no Yoshitsune’s sword, and since Yoshitsune was actually my Father’s past life, it’s a name deeply connected to me.

“Thank you, Richard-san.”

“We’ll treasure them.”

“Indeed. However, if your life is in danger, don’t hesitate to discard them. A weapon is just a weapon. It’s not worth more than your life.” Richard’s face briefly showed sadness, but I understood what he meant.

“I believe it won’t come to that, but we’ll be careful to ensure it doesn’t.” Prim nodded. Even so, it’s not something we can easily let go of.

“That’s good. Ah, regarding the weapons for the other members, please give us another three days.”

The others will have theirs in three days. Since we’re going to the Royal Capital in six days, there should be enough time for testing.

“Is that okay with everyone?”

“Of course!”

“Naturally!”

“It’s fine!”

“Yes!”

“I’m looking forward to it!”

No objections. Mina isn’t here, but there’s no way she’d object, so that’s fine too. I’ll have to tell her later.

“Then, shall we head to the Crafter’s Guild? Laberna might not be there, but aren’t there some matters from the Hunter’s Guild?”

“Ah. The High Order will likely be involved this time, but their weapons are still Magic Silver, aren’t they?”

“That’s true. Just hearing about it sounds like the most dangerous situation in history, so we really need to do something about the High Order’s swords too.”

“And the Order’s Guild is incredibly busy right now, so we want to help in any way we can.” Marina and Fina are in favor of providing the High Order with Jade Silver swords and are determined to appeal directly to Laberna. However, everyone in Feel knows that the Order’s Guild took over hunting from the Hunters, and they even fought against those Hunters who were ravaging the town. So, it’s understandable that they want to do everything they can, considering they are still dealing with the aftermath and their usual duties, and now such a disaster has been revealed.

In fact, as soon as I heard from Uncle Linus, the Crafter’s Guild, led by the Dwarf Garaba, the Smith Chief, promised to forge swords for all the High Order members in Feel. Given the time constraints, they will be practical and rugged in design, but it’s also decided that they will forge proper swords when the Order’s Guild eventually re-equips themselves. However, since Rex, the Order’s Master, will be my brother-in-law, and Rosemary, the Sub-Order’s Master, is his fiancée and they are planning to get married, I might even consider gifting a sword to these two.