But the war has just ended, and there are many things to handle. Su Li smiled and put away the "Crown of Guardian," saying to Captain Constantine, "Thank you, Captain Constantine, for this battle keepsake. I really like this gift."
Then Su Li waved to Rong’en, brought over the Steel Fierce Sun Battle Banner, handed it to Captain Constantine, and said with a smile, "This is the gift I prepared for you, to commorate our glorious victory in this battle."
Constantine clearly recognized this flag from the Fla Sun Knight Order. He received the vermilion banner with both hands and looked at the golden fiery sun with sixteen beams on it, saying excitedly, "Thank you, Lord, for your generosity. This will be the pride of and our entire Corona Knight Order."
"As long as you like it," Su Li smiled, then calmly said, "Now let’s talk business. What is the harvest of spoils from this battle?"
Constantine imdiately replied, "There are indeed quite a lot of spoils. There are over ten thousand pieces of rough weapons and crudely-made armor crafted by gnolls and goblins."
"Don’t underestimate these items. Once we take them back to Heisen Castle and lting down, they will bring us a vast amount of Star Iron and Vibranium."
As he spoke, Constantine took out a huge machete from his back. This machete was crudely made, with huge chips on it, clearly not a weapon for proud knights like those from the Corona Knight Order.
"This is a huge machete I obtained from a goblin war general. Its craftsmanship is not worth ntioning, but the materials used are incredible. I estimate there are at least three pounds of Vibranium in this, and there’s a Fla Gemstone embedded in its hilt."
Dorglin also took out a dagger from his waist, saying, "You discovered the Fla Gemstone too? There’s also a Fla Gemstone on this dagger."
Hilude took down a short lance from the wall beside him, saying, "I obtained this from a goblin bodyguard boy during a chase. There are actually three Fla Gemstones on it."
Su Li’s eyes lit up, asking, "Does this an there is a ruby mine in the territory ruled by the Green Dragon in Blood Pine Forest?"
Dorglin excitedly nodded and said, "That’s very possible. In our Dwarf world, this kind of Fla Gemstone is called Fire Spike Crystal, a type of Steel Jade. It contains potent Fla Essence and Earth Lava Power. When engraved on Fire Attribute Rune Weapons, it can significantly enhance the effect of Fla Power. Moreover, once it hits the enemy, it leaves a flammable mark on them. Subsequent attacks, even ordinary physical damage, will carry so fire burns."
In fact, judging by the performance on the battlefield, the effect of this Fire Spike Crystal is even more comprehensive than Dorglin said.
The reason why Forest Goblins largely equip this gemstone is because goblins and green skin alike enjoy various flashy things.
Even an ordinary weapon set with this Fire Spike Crystal, when delivering heavy hits or combos, will shine with a cool red glow. During slashing or thrusting, it leaves a fiery trail, accompanied by a roaring fla sound, increasing fire damage.
What Dorglin talked about is the Dwarf using superb forging skills to consolidate these traits into Rune Weapons, strengthening their fire attributes. When a Fire Attribute Knight uses a Rune Weapon, even a normal attack will burst forth with dazzling and scorching light, adding stronger Fierce Fla damage.
The number of Fire Spike Crystals obtained from this battle is feared to be significant, enough to foresee that Fire Attribute Knights’ powers will surely be further enhanced.
Imagine hundreds of Fire Attribute Knights wielding Blades of Fla, slashing toward enemy ranks—that’s not sothing an ordinary army can withstand.
Su Li then said, "Soldiers can keep their weapons, armor, and other spoils, but all equipnt containing Vibranium must be fully handed over. Our territory also needs to clearly state a ban: Anyone hoarding Vibranium, smuggling military-grade equipnt, is subject to execution, adopting a collective punishnt system. If one person hides it and his team fails to report it, those who harbor them are guilty as well."
"Of course, to reclaim Vibranium, the territory must not solely rely on severe laws. Let the logistics officer set rewards: everyone who provides Vibranium weapons or armor shall be rewarded 3 Golden Crowns, and for every additional pound of Vibranium contained, an extra reward of 16 Golden Crowns will be given!"
Oerstein nodded with approval, saying, "No problem, I’ll reinforce military discipline and strictly enforce the ban. Prohibiting the hiding and smuggling of Vibranium is already a common decree of the Empire, the soldiers will understand. Especially since our territory grants rewards to those turning in Vibranium, I believe most will make wise choices. Those who must take risks will not cause any concern or discussion even among others if killed."
A weapon containing one pound of Vibranium yields 19 Golden Crowns upon handing over. This value is already very considerable. Equivalent to nearly half a year’s salary for an Elite Knight, nearly two years’ salary for a Knight, and more than six years’ earnings for ordinary Ard Attendants and Free People.
One cannot compare the lord’s generosity with the black market smuggling prices.
Turning in Vibranium to the territory cos with generous rewards, which are gained openly and may also earn military rit, honor, and praise.
But if driven by greed, choosing to hide it and smuggling it out of the territory, you really place your head on the line. You’ll not only be discovered by layer upon layer of officials and soldiers but also have to worry about family mbers, comrades, and colleagues around you finding out, or being exposed by the lord’s intelligence system. No matter the reason, exposure ans a dead-end for the hoarder.
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