Lords Trying to Survive: Strategizing from a Rundown Yard

Zong Shen put all twelve [Hero Crests (Gold)] into the storage compartment.

He planned to hand it over all at once after returning to the territory.

I keep two spares with me.

The next item is the long-lost [City Lord’s Mansion Upgrade Certificate].

And it can just connect with the certificates obtained before.

The current city lord's mansion in the territory is at the eighth level, and these vouchers can be used.

After the defense challenge, Zong Shen received [Level 9 City Lord’s Mansion Upgrade Voucher × 1] and [City Lord Mansion Level 12~16 Universal Upgrade Voucher × 2].

Coupled with the certificates given by these two platinum banners, the city lord's mansion can be upgraded to level 11 in one go.

As for the two universal City Lord's Mansion upgrade certificates, it is best to wait until level 14 before using them.

Only by directly upgrading to levels 15 and 16 can you maximize your benefits.

Of course, before upgrading the city lord's mansion, you still have to carry out expansion challenges.

This puts no pressure on Zong Shen.

So there is nothing to say about this thing, he has already arranged it clearly.

It is estimated that when the Lord's Fortress reaches more than ten levels, the scale will be no less than that of Bosbon's Baron Castle.

Coupled with the blessing of a fortress, his city lord's mansion is much stronger than those of other lords.

Not to mention that all buildings in the territory will be beautified with [Rococo style] appearance.

While taking into account luxury, it can also maintain amazing defense.

One can imagine what a beautiful city Zong Shen's territory will be once it is fully constructed.

In other words, it is a war fortress covered in gorgeous clothing.

Put the [Level 10 City Lord’s Mansion Upgrade Voucher] and [Level 11 City Lord Mansion Upgrade Voucher] in separate categories.

This way, when needed, you can take it all out in one go.

After briefly imagining the upgrade arrangements for the City Lord's Mansion, his mind, immersed in the storage compartment, moved to the next reward item.

Zong Shen flicked his wrist and took out six fruits about the same size as lychees.

The surface of these fruits is light gray with ridges similar to cloud patterns, which reminds Zong Shen of the head of a stone lion.

There is no fragrance and the feel is rather hard.

It even made him feel like he was holding a stone bullet.

This strange fruit is called [Special Attribute Fruit (Orange)].

As the name suggests, it must be the kind that can increase attributes when eaten.

This is not the first time he has obtained similar fruits.

For example, the [Super Power Fruit (Orange)] that was previously rewarded by the golden banner, and the [Super Agility Fruit (Orange)] obtained from opening the box.

And the higher-level [Wisdom Fruit (Gold)].

He has benefited a lot from the above-mentioned attributes-blessed fruits, which can intuitively enhance his own attributes.

Fruit-like items can basically be equated with some kind of gain.

For example, the [Strange Fruit (gold)] and [Lifespan Fruit (orange)] that allow him to obtain the [Giant Power] talent status are relatively intuitive.

In addition, there are also [Dragon Vein Fruit (Orange)] and [Domestication Fruit (Purple)].

So this type of reward is quite real.

No matter how powerful Zong Shen becomes, the attribute fruits are still timeless.

After thinking for a moment, he stared at the fruits in his hands, and golden subtitles emerged.

[Special attribute fruit (orange)]

[Quality: Legendary]

[Effect: After consumption, all attributes will be increased by 15 points at one time. Fruits with attributes of the same level will only take effect during the first three consumptions]

[After consumption, there will be a negative state of decreased energy for 2 hours, and the negative effects will be superimposed when taken continuously]

(Special attribute fruits can improve all your attributes.

As for the negative state that lowers energy, Xiao Zongzi, you don’t have to worry.

Consuming attribute fruits three times will also significantly improve your basic attributes.

By the way, this thing needs to be peeled to eat, so there will be no loss of nutrients. Of course, if you don’t mind its bitter skin, you can also choose to eat it with the skin.

With your current physique, the weak toxicity of the skin is not worth mentioning)

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After reading the detailed information of [Special Attribute Fruit (Orange)], Zong Shen silently raised his lips.

Taking three fruits in a row can increase all four attributes by 45 points.

A total of 180 attribute points can be added.

Without any hesitation, Zong Shen opened the hard outer skin of the fruit with a gentle squeeze.

Under the gray moire hard skin is white tender flesh.

A strong fruity aroma immediately came out.

Zong Shen took one bite at a time and ate it very sweetly.

The fragrant juice bloomed in his mouth. After swallowing it, it immediately turned into a pleasant coolness, which instantly rippled through his body, making him feel refreshed.

"Comfortable!"

Zong Shen still had some unfinished ideas.

Also presented are several tips for successful consumption.

[Eating the special attribute fruit is completed]

[Attribute gain has been solidified]

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At the same time, Zong Shen's attributes also underwent a series of changes.

【Power: 3592】

【Agility: 1972】

[Intelligence: 2114]

【Charm: 1952】

[HP: 31677+1500 (Magic Thunder Breast Mirror) +5000 (Kade Medical Gem) +2000 (Ace Emblem) +3000 (Whistle of All Souls Bowing)]

[Command value: 3065+1500 (ace emblem)]

…

It’s nice to have all the attributes improved.

At present, his basic health points have reached 31,677 points, and he only needs to increase his health points by more than 3,000 points before mastering the unteachable skill [God descends to earth].

Consuming three fruits caused Zong Shen to enter a state of [low energy] that lasted for 6 hours.

But he didn't show any signs of depression.

Because the [Quantum Furnace Core (Medium Demigod Level)] gave him the blessing of [Infinite-like Energy].

Therefore, this so-called [energy reduction] effect basically has no effect on Zong Shen.

There are six [Special Attribute Fruits (Orange)] awarded by the Platinum Banner.

Zong Shen can only eat three pills, and there is no use eating more.

You can consider giving the remaining three to your subordinates or putting them up for sale in the [Market].

Anyway, if you have something in your hand, you don’t have to worry about it not being put to use.

Collect the three [Special Attribute Fruits (Orange)] again.

Zong Shen immediately looked at the next reward——

——[Level 6 Mana Miner (Gold)].

From the name, it is not difficult to tell that it should be a magic machine that specializes in mining.

The icon displayed in the storage compartment of this thing is a miniature mining "robot".

After confirming the general nature of the item, Zong Shen thought, and the next moment, a magic mecha with a height of about four meters and multiple mechanical arms appeared in front of him.

Its overall structure is similar to the [Goblin Tearer] used for logging.

All require human driving control.

On the chest is the [Magic Energy Core], and behind it is the [Crystal Tank] for energy storage.

It can be charged by filling [Magic Crystal].

When the [Crystal Tank] is completely filled, it will light up step by step. It can be understood as the magic version of the "power display".

There are two hexagonal slots with protective covers next to them, which look like they are used to embed gems.

The location of the slot should be a component with an independent function.

The [Level 6 Mana Miner] that Zong Shen took out was specially used as a sample for observation.

I saw many light golden runes on its surface.

It can be seen that this high-end magic mecha does not have a bipedal forward structure, but uses a triangular crawler type.

This design can greatly increase the stability of its lower body.

Moreover, the crawler structure has excellent passability and is suitable for advancing in uneven mine passages or pits.

The miner mecha has three bright silver mechanical arms.

There are two of them on the left, and one extends from the shoulder.

The front end of the machine on the right is a three-hole drill, which can drill through hard rock layers.

The front end of the first robotic arm on the left is a roulette-type mechanical structure, equipped with six chisels of different sizes, which are used to refine the ores mixed in the rocks after drilling them. of chiseling.

As for the robotic arm on the left shoulder, it can be retracted to a certain extent. The end is a grasper. The upper and lower claws are shaped like jaws and can be opened and closed for clamping.

It can be used not only to break open the gravel, but also to pinch out the ore.

In addition, there is a pipe inside the gripper that extends all the way to the back of the mecha.

The entire gripper can also act as a rock breaker when necessary.

All consumable parts are replaceable and made of precision forged alloy casting, which has very high durability.

If the wear is serious, you can have the blacksmith shop recast it and replace it with a new one.

As long as there is no problem with the card slot, it can be adapted by installing new parts.

This modular design is quite avant-garde.

Its cockpit is on the back of the mecha.

There is a raised driving position for a normal-sized human, dwarf, or goblin to drive.

All operating levers and steering wheels are position-adjustable.

The adaptability is quite good.

Moreover, there is a steel frame roof above the driver's seat to prevent damage from falling rocks.

It can provide certain protection to the operator.

The overall workmanship is very fine.

Different from the previous silly, black and thick appearance, the outside of the riveting frame of the Miner's mecha is even laid with rune steel plates, covering the traces of rivets and the vertical and horizontal magic energy pipes.

The core and driver even feature a rare sealed box construction.

This keeps the two most important components in the magic mecha in a relatively sealed state.

There seems to be a coating on the outside of all the mechanical parts, which is glowing with a faint luster in the sun.

Not only does it look beautiful, it also enhances defense.

Since it is a functional magic mecha, it does not have special weapons.

But those three robotic arms are not vegetarian either.

If you can dig through rock formations, you can carve out monsters' heads.

It can temporarily serve as a combat mech and bunker when necessary.

Although it is not as good as the [Tier 5 Earthshaker Chariot (Orange)], which is a combat machine dedicated to offense and defense, it can still play a certain role in combat.

After all, mines rarely become the main battlefield.

Even the most spacious mine tunnel cannot compare with the open land outside.

Topographic factors make mines naturally easy to defend and difficult to attack.

Only limited defensive force is needed to meet protection needs.

Under such circumstances, the miner mecha can be regarded as a multipurpose machine with multiple functions.

It is no exaggeration to say that this thing is a real productivity tool.

On the back of this [Level 6 Mana Miner (Gold)], on the nameplate under the cab.

Zong Shen saw several familiar forces.

[Frame Manufacturing: Bilge Water Magic Machinery Third Manufacturing Bureau]

[Rune Modular Design: Black Iron Castle·Progressive Dwarf Forging Association]

[Manufacturing of Magic Core: Swadia Royal Magic Technology Workshop]

[Shell Casting: Frost Bear Foundry in the Kingdom of Vergia]

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"Tsk!"

"No wonder the [Mana Miner] mecha is different from the previous styles of various mana machines."

"It turned out to be the product of cooperation between multiple forces."

Zong Shen couldn't help but marveled after reading the nameplate.

This pattern is not common in Endless Continent.

In a sense, it means breaking down the technical barriers between the respective forces.

Let different technical forces complete the parts that they have advantages and are better at.

Finally, combine them to create a unique high-quality magic mecha.

The last time similar technological cooperation occurred in the mainland was when the blood-burning demons invaded.

This [Mana Miner (Gold)] is definitely not for sale.

And there must be a big figure in the technical field taking the lead.

The prerequisite for cooperation is that different forces can put aside their prejudices.

Because miners are not simply assembling goods, but truly customized goods.

During the manufacturing process, these technical forces involved must have close communication.

In addition, this well-made miner mecha must have a more important practical arrangement, perhaps in a super-large mining area, or in other application scenarios.

Otherwise, there is absolutely no need to go to all the trouble of cooperating with multiple parties to create this high-quality product.

After a brief analysis, he stood up and climbed into the cockpit himself.

On the steel frame on the side, he saw two lines of small words written in the common language of the Endless Continent:

[Specially made magic mecha mined in mainland Yanmai Mining Area]

[No.: 000032]

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"Fire Vein Mining Area?"

"Sounds like something amazing?"

"It is indeed a customized version!"

Zong Shen quickly came to a conclusion.

These two lines of inscriptions proved that his previous guess was correct.

These [Mana Energy Miners] are indeed not ordinary street goods.

It is a magic mecha specially developed by the aboriginal people to exploit a certain extreme mining area.

I don’t know what means the Lord System used to obtain these miners.

Perhaps these miners were also involved in the plans and actions of the indigenous people.

Zong Shen had reservations about this.

What made him curious was the so-called "Flame Vein Mining Area".

What exactly is that place?

What kind of secret is hidden?

Maybe it has something to do with the secret actions of the aboriginal people.

Thinking of this, he took the initiative to ask the strategy module.

"Please tell me about the Flame Vein Mine."

Golden subtitles appear.

(Relevant information about the Flame Vein Mining Area has not been loaded yet. By querying keywords, it can be inferred that this is a special plane node. The general area should be somewhere in the Kingdom of Swadia.

The relevant information loading time still needs to wait 194 days, 17 hours and 29 seconds)

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