The Martial Saint of Humanity, I Have Transformed Low-Level Martial Arts Into Immortal Martial Arts - Chapter 63

Chapter 63: Forging! Grandmaster Blacksmith!

“It’s done! It’s finally done! Our Forging Weaponry Workshop has produced an initiated-grade weapon!”

Inside the workshop, Xu Huanzhen and the others were trembling with excitement, casting envious and respectful glances at Su Hao. Being able to personally forge an initiated-grade weapon was the dream of every blacksmith.

Even if one were to create a hundred or a thousand refined weapons, ultimately, years later, these sharp weapons would lose their luster and become mere scrap metal.

However, an initiated-grade weapon can serve as an heirloom, passed down from generation to generation, ensuring that even many years later, people will remember its creator, allowing their legacy to endure for a century!

In contrast to the amazement and envy around him, Su Hao’s expression revealed a hint of astonishment and confusion.

At the moment he completed the initiated-grade weapon, he distinctly felt a change within himself—a refreshing current rising up that made his mind clearer and more agile. This sensation was familiar to Su Hao; it felt like an increase in his potential!

“Could it be…” Su Hao felt a stir in his heart and quietly opened his attribute panel to take a glance.

Forging (Initiation)

Potential Points: 61 points (Innate Talent)

This sight shocked Su Hao somewhat because a new skill had appeared on his attribute panel—’Forging!’

“This Forging skill is derived from the art of blacksmithing but is much more profound. Just at the initiation level, it has already increased my potential points by a full 5 points?”

Su Hao was astonished but also gained some understanding.

All roads lead to the same destination; blacksmithing is the foundation, while its higher-level version is ‘Forging!’

Clearly, the opportunity for Su Hao to grasp Forging came not only from having perfected his blacksmithing but also from personally creating an initiated-grade weapon, thus achieving a breakthrough.

Generally, those blacksmiths who master ‘Forging’ are referred to as Grandmaster Blacksmiths!

Forging is about maximizing the performance of the materials to their utmost.

Forging weapons, on the other hand, involves pushing the performance of materials to their absolute limits, even granting them extraordinary abilities! However, Su Hao’s current expertise in weapon forging is merely at the beginner level, so he has yet to master such profound skills.

“A Hao, you forged this initiated-grade weapon, so you should give it a name,” Xu Huanzhen’s voice echoed in Su Hao’s ears. Su Hao came back to his senses and saw Xu Huanzhen looking at him with a smile.

The others also had expressions full of envy; to name an initiated-grade weapon was a source of pride for any blacksmith!

Su Hao held the silver long knife with a subtle starry glow and thought for a moment before saying, “Let’s call it the Star Light Saber.”

“Perfect, the starry glow is indeed fitting of its name!”

Xu Huanzhen and the others nodded in agreement.

The initiated-grade weapon, Star Light Saber, was forged by the newly promoted Grandmaster Blacksmith, Su Hao!

“This Star Light Saber is meant to be exchanged for something ‘Hero Wen’ wants, and I have already found someone interested in it. They will come to our Forging Weaponry Workshop soon. Thank you all for your hard work; once we finish, I’ll give everyone some time off!” Xu Huanzhen stated.

This Star Light Saber was created at the request of Wen Tailai to exchange for a Tendon Protection Pill. Xu Huanzhen had previously used his connections to find someone capable of making the exchange, and now that the sword was ready, he would notify that person to come with the item.

“Master Su should now be referred to as Grandmaster Su; being able to forge an initiated-grade weapon makes him likely to become the signature of our Forging Weaponry Workshop!” Many of the artisans in the workshop secretly envied him.

However, they also understood that to bear such a name, one must possess the necessary skills; otherwise, Xu Huanzhen wouldn’t have taken the time to nurture him!

“Although Xu Shopkeeper helped me a lot with the Star Light Saber, I could also independently forge an initiated-grade weapon…” Su Hao reflected to himself, knowing that his Melting Gold Hand skill was actually higher than Xu Huanzhen’s.

Now that he had advanced to ‘Forging,’ he was capable of independently crafting initiated-grade weapons!

“I’ll be looking forward to getting the Tendon Protection Pill in a couple of days.” Su Hao anticipated that by exchanging the Star Light Saber for the Tendon Protection Pill, he could enter the Transforming Tendon realm and make a leap in strength!

Two days later, in the afternoon, the Forging Weaponry Workshop was bustling with activity. A luxurious carriage stopped outside the workshop, and the majestic horses pulling it were clearly of excellent bloodline.

An emaciated old man opened the carriage door, and a handsome young man in elaborate attire, exuding an air of nobility, stepped down from the carriage.

“Shopkeeper Xu, there’s no need for such grand gestures; it’s quite overwhelming,” the young man in splendid garments said with a broad smile upon seeing Xu Huanzhen and others who had been waiting at the entrance of the workshop.

Xu Huanzhen quickly stepped forward to greet him, “Young Master Zhao, your personal visit, despite your busy schedule, is truly what leaves me overwhelmed!”

“Is he the Zhao family’s Young Master Zhao Bufan?” Su Hao thought to himself as he spotted the young man in the front of the crowd.

The Zhao family, known for their long-standing legacy in Evergreen City for over a hundred years, was a powerful family, with many talented individuals. Their profound background far surpassed that of minor local gentry or landlords.

As the son of the Zhao family, Zhao Bufan had a business connection with the Forging Weaponry Workshop, and Xu Huanzhen had requested to exchange for the Tendon Protection Pill, which Zhao Bufan graciously honored by visiting in person!

“Please, come inside!” Xu Huanzhen invited Zhao Bufan warmly.

In a spacious reception hall within the workshop, Zhao Bufan got straight to the point: “I’ve heard that your Forging Weaponry Workshop has crafted an initiated-grade weapon; may I take a look?”

“Of course! A Hao, please present the Star Light Saber to Young Master Zhao,” Xu Huanzhen nodded without hesitation and then turned to Su Hao.

“Yes.”

Su Hao nodded and approached Zhao Bufan with the Star Light Saber, presenting it with both hands.

The Star Light Saber was housed in its sheath, and Zhao Bufan reached out to take it, gripping the handle and drawing the saber out.

As the Star Light Saber was revealed to the light, its silver brilliance shone brightly, exuding a chilling aura, and the sharpness was palpable, almost stinging the skin upon sight!

“Old Wang.”

Zhao Bufan’s eyes sparkled with brilliance. As the son of the Zhao family, he had encountered many treasures and blades, so he could naturally judge the extraordinary quality of the Star Light Saber. He looked over at the emaciated old man beside him.

The old man understood and nodded. In the next moment, he drew the sword at his waist and swiftly slashed it down. The move was fierce, indicating that he was also a master of swordplay!

Holding the Star Light Saber, Zhao Bufan met the attack head-on.

“Whoosh!”

The two blades clashed, producing sounds of metal striking metal and a tearing noise.

Half of the old man’s sword snapped in response, spinning through the air before the tip plunged into the ground!

“What a good sword!”

The old man secretly nodded in admiration. Although his sword was not a famous one, it had been forged through a hundred refinements. However, after colliding with the Star Light Saber, it was directly severed; they were clearly not in the same league. Compared with the Star Light Saber, his weapon was just scrap metal!

Zhao Bufan also caressed the blade of the Star Light Saber, reluctant to let it go. He saw the saber effortlessly cut through the old man’s weapon, and its edge remained completely undamaged, still sharp as before!

In reality, a truly sharp blade is not always considered a good sword; if it’s too sharp, it may easily get damaged and become dull in no time. A blade that is both sharp and durable is what truly qualifies as a good sword.

“It really is an initiated-grade weapon. My sister is in need of a suitable weapon, and this Star Light Saber is perfect for her,” Zhao Bufan thought to himself.

Then Zhao Bufan looked up and said to Xu Huanzhen, “Shopkeeper Xu, just as per our earlier agreement, we, the Zhao family, will exchange one Tendon Protection Pill for this Star Light Saber.”

The Tendon Protection Pill can significantly reduce a martial artist’s risk during the Transforming Tendon process. To some extent, a single Tendon Protection Pill could enable a talented martial artist to successfully transform their tendons, making it quite valuable.

An initiated-grade weapon can also provide an immediate boost to a martial artist’s strength and can be passed down, making the value of both items fairly comparable!