Hearing Thorgreen mention the guild review, Snorri also heard about it.
After all, it is impossible for just any dwarf to obtain a master-level rune through any channels and become a rune master. There must be an examination process.
But he was not sure whether he could successfully pass the test.
The talent of rune magic is already considered rare among dwarves, and even fewer of them can successfully master master-level runes.
As a newbie who has just become an official runesmith, Snorri has not yet understood the form of master review.
"Well, Father, I'm not sure either, but I can guarantee that this rune was forged by me myself."
Snorri thought for a while but still wasn't sure. He believed that although Thorgrim did not master the power of runes, he must have a deep understanding of this dwarf's only supernatural power after serving as the High King for decades. Perhaps he could Take some tips from your dad.
Thorgreen stroked the gray beard on his chest and spoke.
"You are the apprentice of Master Harsh. Even if I don't tell you, you know his style. Humph, I only gave you the wrong name, not the wrong nickname!"
Speaking of this, Thorgreen smiled:
"Since he became the president of the Rune Blacksmith Guild four hundred years ago, the number of official rune blacksmiths and rune masters who have passed the review in the entire Kingdom of Mountains has dropped by half. Even the number of apprentices who have successfully entered the guild has increased. Amplitude reduction!
Although there is a factor in the decrease in the total number of our tribe, he himself can also be considered as indispensable! If not for him. . . "
Thorgreen gradually went off topic as he spoke, and Snorri also took the opportunity to search his memory of Krag the Harsh.
Yes, in Snorri's memory, the expression of the master is always harsh and dissatisfied. As the oldest dwarf in existence and the oldest and most powerful rune blacksmith, Krag the Harsh is over a thousand years old.
(Under normal circumstances, the lifespan of dwarves is five times that of humans.
Dwarves who are over 500 years old, that is, 100 years old for humans, are very rare. They are called "living ancestors" because of their extensive knowledge and experience, and are highly respected.
As their strength increases, the lifespan of a dwarf will also increase, but reaching a thousand years is almost impossible.
Thorgrim the Hater is currently 252 years old, at the end of his prime. Snorri himself is less than a hundred years old, barely an adult by dwarf standards. Brother Gnom is 130 years old and in the prime of his youth. )
Krag has met the ancestral gods and experienced the glory and darkness of the dwarves.
Dwarves are a stubborn and conservative people who respect traditions.
Runesmiths are the most respecting tradition among the dwarves, because their power comes from the runes of their ancestors.
As for Krag, as the strongest rune blacksmith, it can be said that he is also the most stubborn and conservative dwarf.
He believes that today's dwarves are reckless, rough, not smart enough and respect tradition enough, and are not worthy of inheriting the exquisite skills of their ancestors.
"Don't be in a hurry to go to the guild hall for review." Thorgreen vented his dissatisfaction with Krag and took a sip of beer before getting back to the topic.
"I will invite the Iron Chisel Master later. He is my cousin, His Majesty Orrickson's younger brother, and is also your uncle. Go back to your room quietly first. The Iron Chisel Master should be here later. Discuss with you.
He has been a rune master for 200 years, and he is also one of the only two vice-presidents of the Rune Blacksmith Guild. His experience will definitely be helpful to your assessment! "
Snorri nodded when he heard the words, "Nepotism in the clan is good, and it can also reveal the questions in the exam!" He was very satisfied with the arrangement, bowed and left the room.
(Thorgrim-The Grudgebearer is not the son of the previous Dwarf High King Orikson but his nephew.
In the year 6825 of the Dwarf calendar, in order to resist the invasion of Chaos, Orikson, then the High King, led a huge dwarf army north to support Kislev.
This battle was extremely brutal. Orrickson's sons were all killed heroically, and he himself was seriously injured.
After realizing that his time was running out, he summoned more than a dozen dwarf lords who were qualified to take over as the High King, gave them a year to build up their achievements, and declared that whoever had the most merit after one year, and whoever convinced everyone the most would be the next one. A high king.
A year later, when the candidates gathered again at Karaz-a-Karak, there were already a few fewer among them. Just as they were arguing over whose merits were greater, they were separated from the main force during the anti-chaos battle. Al Green is back.
As the nephew of the High King, Thorgrin was clearly qualified to fight for the throne when the High King lost all his heirs.
During this year, he traveled around Dulong City, the capital of the Norscan dwarves that had lost contact with the dwarves of the old world since the Age of Disaster.
Through his wisdom and strength, Thorgreen not only received the help of the Norscan dwarf king at the time to successfully return to his homeland, but also signed an agreement with the other party to exchange what he had. Such outstanding contributions made him stand out and become the supreme king. )
On the way back to his room, Snorri met many people of his own race. In response to their kind concern, Snorri, who had something on his mind, laughed and dealt with it casually.
Pushing open the door, he saw Balin bending down to collect books, scrolls and other items scattered on the floor.
Snorri couldn't help but wonder why his trip to see the High King took a full two hours, including the round trip, but the room was still in the same mess as when he left.
Just as he was about to ask Balin, he suddenly felt something was wrong, "How did I get in? I pushed the door open, but wasn't the door just broken by broken iron?"
He looked up again and saw that the big hole in the roof had been repaired, but the paint filling the cracks between the bricks had not yet dried.
Balin dusted himself off and stood up.
"Cousin, people from the Craftsmen Association just came here. The door and ceiling have been repaired. You don't have to worry about the wages. They said they will be recorded in your clan's account."
"As expected of the race that is best at engineering and construction in the entire Old World, the dwarves are unparalleled in their work efficiency!" Snorri admired in his heart,
Suddenly, he heard the sound of gurgling, and looked at each other with a smile. Yes, it was already evening after a day of hard work.
"Go to the kitchen and get me a roasted rock sheep and two barrels of ale. We have to celebrate such a great thing today!"
"Okay!" Balin responded excitedly. The young dwarf was seriously frightened today and needed good food and wine to soothe his soul.
You must know that blue sheep live among cliffs. Their coat color is similar to that of rocks and they are good at hiding. Even if they are accidentally discovered, they can easily escape the pursuit of dwarves with their agility. Only experienced hunters can capture them by setting traps.
Dwarves do not have the habit of raising animals. Before they established diplomatic relations with humans and purchased meat in large quantities, blue sheep were one of the only sources of meat. Because their meat was firm and delicious, they could only be eaten on important festivals. Even now, they can be eaten only on important festivals. The scarcity is no longer so strong, and it is not something that can be easily afforded.
