Global Mining.

Chapter 170: Rune Technology of Bullhead City
Although he was shocked by the heifer, he still had to talk business: "I want to meet the mining master Minotaur."

The waiter said, "I'm sorry, sir, you are not allowed to see the Grandmaster in your current capacity."

"I have a privileged point."

"Please pay 5000 privilege points."

Dachun's heart skipped a beat. It seemed like the boss had just posted a bounty of 1 points, and after increasing the difficulty, it was only 3. He was just meeting up, and who knew if he could even negotiate a deal, it would only be 5000...

Pay with reluctance!

The waiter mooed with laughter, "Sir, please proceed to the Altar of the Earth."

Well, it was a glimpse into the high-tech aspects of Minotaur City. The previous gang fights hadn't shown any technological advancements at all.

Dachun arrived at the center of the large tent and suddenly saw six glowing stone pillars engraved with huge symbols. A group of bull-headed shamans, their bodies also covered with patterns and symbols, gathered around the pillars and worshiped.

Dachun knew these things were called runes, the equivalent of a mage's magic spell. Runes were considered "natural powers bestowed by the ancient gods" and were commonly used by shamans. Mages also incorporated the strengths of various runes, developing a system of rune mages. The mages of the Gem City essentially carved runes into gems, using them as grenades when they ran out of mana.

When Dachun first arrived at the internet cafe, he was a complete novice in gaming and had no idea what the difference was between a mage and a shaman. After asking around, he finally understood. According to Dachun, the difference was:

A mage is like a top student. If they are good at math, physics, and chemistry, they are not afraid to travel the void. A mage does not believe in gods. They think they are gods. Even if they encounter powerful creatures, they will sign a contract.

If the shaman cannot understand the advanced mathematics, physics and chemistry, he will have to pray to his ancestors, the spirits of nature, and various wild gods, and he is very particular about the location. If he runs to another space and cannot summon them for a while, then he will be finished.

As for Paladins and Healers, you can only ask for the Light God's system, not other wild gods. Moreover, the Light God's Holy system is too strong, basically an open-book exam, it doesn't matter whether you study it or not, just be pious.

Therefore, mages and paladins were given the highest rank, while shamans were considered inferior cults of backward races. However, being inferior had its advantages: even a goblin could pick up a few runes and attach them to a staff to cast offensive spells.

In fact, shamans also look down on mages and paladins. Shamans believe that ancient runes are the authentic truth, and there was no God of Light at that time.

……

Entering the altar, there was a violent vibration and the screen shook, and the scene finally began to slowly switch.

I have to say, compared to the teleportation array developed by the wizard, this Earth Altar is indeed a bit like riding a tractor.

Dachun appeared in a huge hollow underground crystal mine, surrounded by a large number of Minotaur mining. Looking at their skill effects, they were all expert-level, and there were even a few master-level ones!

Damn, this Bullhead Miners Association has a lot of background!
Then I saw a magnificent tent in the center of the mine.

The Grand Master must be in the tent.

"Dilian, you take over and look after the tent."

"Okay father."

Dachun entered Dilian's perspective. Under the reflection of the surrounding crystal glow, the tent changed into various scenes of blue sky, white clouds and grassland like a projection screen.

In order to find good words to praise the master's taste, Dachun had to look at it for a while and organize his words.

Looking at it this way, I really see what it means. A few runes flickered faintly on the tent! Even though I don't recognize them, I have to take the test! Even if he doesn't ask, I have to show off!

Dilian said, "There are seven in total!" "Very good, go in."

Suddenly, there was a pile of crystals in the tent. A golden-horned bull head with crystal rune tattoos all over its body was sitting on the ground drinking. A pile of exquisite wine bottles on the ground instantly attracted Dachun's attention - Holy crap!
Dachun's eyes nearly popped out of his head. Wasn't this the "cooking wine" that the Wine Angel had their creative ideas stolen by the Big Chamber of Commerce? It looked like the kind that some big star, the Flame Charm Crystal Lamp, had live on. Turns out Niutou really liked it! And the key was, he could actually afford it even though it was so expensive!

Niu Tou said in a deep voice, "Your vice president has contacted me. I can't possibly work in the same chamber of commerce with someone like that! So if you're here to bring up this matter again, please go back."

Uh... you are really good at judging people!
It must be said that his conversation was very refined and had the air of a superior, quite different from a street bullfight. However, that didn't mean he didn't have a stubborn temper, so one absolutely couldn't risk provoking him by force. In fact, there were advantages to him not joining the Chamber of Commerce; if he did, he would become a target for the big guys.

Dachun first went along with his temper: "I'm deeply sorry, so I'd like to apologize for the vice president's disrespect."

Niutou said in a deep voice: "I accept your apology, then please return--"

Holy shit! I didn't spend 5000 points to come here to apologize!

Dachun quickly showed off: "The blue sky and grassland above the tent are beautiful, but I don't understand the seven runes. Can you teach me?"

The bull head was stunned for a moment, and blue light burst out from its blood-red eyes!

Dachun's heart was pounding. He showed off just in time! If I had known he was so anxious, I should have shown off as soon as he entered the door!
Niu Tou waved his hand and took out seven stones of different colors from the crystal pile behind him. "These are for you. Go back and study them slowly. When you understand them, you can come to me for a drink next time."

——System prompt: You have obtained the runes "Earth", "Thunder and Lightning", "Water", "Breeze", "Flame", "Sun" and "Moon" given by the Minotaur.

——System prompt: The Minotaur's favorability towards you has been upgraded to "Appreciation". You can visit the Minotaur next time without making an appointment.

Holy crap! To get along with him, I have to learn a skill like a "no-nonsense guy"? Then it wouldn't be that difficult for the big guy to hire Bast Dodolin. Anyway, it was quite rewarding.

Dachun was also straightforward and didn't waste any words: "Next time I will definitely bring good wine to visit!"

Just kidding, my chamber of commerce can also produce this wine! Absolutely original price. I don't believe that the wine of a big star is necessarily better than the wine of a hotel girl?
Leaving the tent and coming to the altar, I saw a group of bulls pushing carts to unload mineral crystals into the altar.

Niutou also politely saw the guest off: "Please!"

Dachun was surprised. Does this mean that this altar can teleport people and so many minerals together?
After entering the altar, Dachun and the crystal ores returned to the union's big tent in a blur of vibration.

Damn it!
Dachun was truly impressed. The mage's stabilization array had only been passed down from person to person, never passed down to the original owner! Even if it could be passed down, it would probably be incredibly expensive. So this was the awesomeness of the Earth Altar!
This rune needs to be learned! Of course, Dilian is the one to learn it.

Dachun approached the Heifer waitress and asked, "I want to learn basic rune knowledge. Where can I find the textbook?"

The waiter mooed and chuckled, "Everyone in the union knows the basics, so I can teach you, sir!"

Dachun was a little panicked: "I need more advanced textbooks!"

The waiter smiled even more happily: "Don't look at me like that, I'm an expert rune shaman!"

Damn! You look like the most beautiful girl in Niucheng?

It would be impolite to refuse again, so Dachun said stubbornly: "Please teach me, Miss!"

(End of this chapter)