Lords of Hegemony: Conquer from the Mermaids

Chapter 160 Exclusive Equipment
Next, Yantie also displayed a set of heavy armor. "This armor is called 'Molten Iron Heavy Armor,' and we've paid special attention to improving its defensive capabilities. During the refining process, we repeatedly hammered and combined the refined metals to form a unique alloy with extremely high defensive properties."

Moreover, we have also incorporated a number of reinforcement rune arrays into it, so that it can automatically activate a layer of protective shield when attacked, further enhancing the defensive effect. After testing, the effect of this armor is more than 50% stronger than the Canglan Armor.

The downside is that this armor is very heavy, takes a long time to craft, and requires a lot of materials. If you're not strong or physically fit, wearing this armor will be a hindrance."

After hearing this, Meng Zheng looked at the "molten iron heavy armor" carefully. Looking at the thickness, he knew that this heavy armor was really heavy. The Canglan battle armor was only half a finger thick, but the thinnest part of this set of armor was as thick as a finger, and the thickest part was almost as thick as a thumb.

With such terrifying thickness, the weight it brings can be imagined. Not to mention wearing it to fight, whether you can move freely may be a problem.

I couldn't help but ask curiously: "How heavy is this armor?"

Upon hearing this, Yantie was slightly taken aback. He then used his hands like pincers to measure and estimated, "My Lord, this 'Molten Iron Heavy Armor' weighs approximately 850 kilograms. After countless forgings and incorporating runes, many precious materials were added to enhance its defense. As a result, even with the Lightness Rune, this armor cannot bear this weight."

Meng Zheng was shocked when he heard this.

Weighing 850 kilograms, an ordinary mermaid can only exert this much force when attacking with all her strength.

Now it has been made into armor, ready to be worn on the body to fight with others.

But on second thought, this is precisely the reason why its defense is so amazing.

Although ordinary mermaids and fishmen cannot wear it, for the muscular Tide Guards, wearing this kind of armor should not be a problem.

Every one of the Crazy Wave Warriors trained by Jiang Tao has inherited the power of a hundred battles. Even if they have only one kilogram of strength, they can burst out with the power of a hundred kilograms.

Not to mention that as their cultivation level improves, the average strength of the Kuangtao Warriors is seven to eight thousand kilograms, so it should be relatively easy for them to wear this armor.

Meng Zheng nodded, understanding Yan Tie's explanation. He knew that such a weight would be a burden for ordinary soldiers, but for the specially trained Raging Wave Guards, it could be a significant aid in battle.

"Yantie, you did a great job. Although this 'Molten Iron Heavy Armor' is heavy, it has amazing defensive power, which is exactly what our Kuangtao War Guards need. I will let Jiang Tao and the others try it on to see the actual effect." Meng Zheng praised.

Yan Tie and Hong Zhu both showed excited smiles on their faces.

Their efforts were recognized by the lord, which was the greatest encouragement for them.

"What about the equipment required for other special arms?" Meng Zheng continued to ask while carefully examining the weapons and equipment above.

Yantie shook left and right a few times, obviously very happy about Meng Zheng's recognition.

He led Meng Zheng to the other side of the smelting room, where more newly forged weapons and equipment were displayed, each piece exuding a unique luster and aura. "My Lord, please look at these," Yan Tie said, pointing to a unique claw-shaped piece of equipment. "This is the exclusive weapon we forged for the Dragonborn of the Blazing Horned Flame Dragon—the 'Flame Dragon Claw.'

This piece of equipment is made of rare flame ore, refined and forged through a special process, making the claw tip extremely sharp and containing the power of blazing fire. When worn by a Dragonborn, it can greatly enhance their attack power and the power of their dragon breath.

Meng Zheng carefully observed the claw-shaped equipment and saw that the tip of its claw was flashing with a blazing red light. Even in water, it could not be extinguished, as if it could release destructive power at any time.

He nodded with satisfaction, praising the skills of Yan Tie and Hong Zhu.

But he asked doubtfully, "Where did you find these fire-attribute ores? Can they be used in underwater combat?"

You have to know that this is an underwater world. Tianyu Lake has all kinds of minerals, but fire-attribute minerals are the least abundant.

Hong Zhu explained, "Three thousand miles outside the tribe's lake and mountains, there's an underwater volcano. It's an active volcano, and lava gushes out from time to time. During one of their inspections, a patrolling sea yaksha stumbled upon some flame ores scattered near the volcano.

Nutritious for so long by volcanic magma, these ores possess an extremely fiery power, capable of erupting with terrifying flames even in water. Upon learning of this, we immediately organized a team to collect them. Due to the harsh and treacherous environment near the volcano, the collection process was not easy. However, we ultimately managed to bring back a significant amount of precious fiery ore.

Meng Zheng didn't expect that he could find such precious fire-attribute ore in this underwater world. It turned out that he couldn't stay in one place forever.

We were just about to expand the tribe, but after just the initial exploration, we had already discovered so many good things.

"With these fiery ores, the strength of the Blazing Horned Flame Dragon Dragonborn Warriors will definitely be improved. You have done a great job, Hong Zhu, continue to organize the team to collect ores, and also pay attention to safety." Meng Zheng instructed.

Then, Yantie showed off a crossbow-like weapon and a set of defensive equipment.

"This is the 'Shocking Waterfall Crossbow' and 'Water Curtain Armor', custom-made for the Shocking Waterfall Soul Shooter. The Shocking Waterfall Crossbow is crafted from Sea Spirit Bamboo and refined steel, boasting extremely powerful elasticity and precision. When fired, it's like a cascading waterfall, its power astonishing.

The Water Curtain Armor uses the same manufacturing process as the Canglan Armor. Based on the drawings provided by General Lingpu, we've made appropriate adjustments to it, significantly reducing its overall weight. It can also form a flowing water curtain during combat. Once activated, this water curtain will gush out continuously like a waterfall, effectively defending against enemy attacks."

Meng Zheng picked up the Jingpu crossbow, gently pulled the bowstring, and felt the tremendous power contained in it.

He nodded, expressing great satisfaction with the design of the two weapons.

Afterwards, Yantie showed off the "Trident" made for the Tide Murloc and the "Giant Wave Axe" made for the Tide Warguard.

The three-pronged fork has sharp, curved tips, making it ideal for underwater combat and capable of easily tearing through enemy armor. The Giant Wave Battle Axe, on the other hand, is a massive axe with a long, thick handle, clearly made of Sea Spirit Bamboo. Its blade is broad and sharp, capable of easily splitting through enemy defenses.

(End of this chapter)