After leaving Darwin's house, we went to the market and bought ingredients for dinner and the rest of the trip before heading home.
"Well then... Wendy, I'm sorry, but can I order dinner tonight?"
"I don't mind, but... what's wrong?"
"Well, it's not really work... but there's something I have to do."
It's not that I can't do it, but it's something I have to do.
It was something that had to be done before the three of them left.
"I'll be there when I'm done, so you can have dinner first. You can also take a bath, and if it's getting too late you can go to bed first."
"...I understand. I will convey that to you."
"Well then, thank you."
There is still no concrete plan or solution for Sorte and the others.
So, just in case there's nothing I can do, I want to do what I can now.
I entered the alchemy room and sat down in my work chair.
I took out the alchemy materials from the magical space and began working.
I'm thinking of creating it with the image of a talisman that can be worn around the neck to protect the three of them.
It's just a talisman...a talisman.
In the original world, typical charms are the cloth ones you get at shrines.
Are there any wood carvings in foreign countries?
But what I can handle is metals and ores...
When making accessories through alchemy, image is important, and in terms of design, I think of a shield since it's made of metal.
Since the three of them don't fight with shields, it was a wish that this would have a substitute effect.
For now, I haven't decided on the decorations yet, but I'll try making a prototype based on my own ideas in order to create a shield pendant top.
First, regarding the materials, I think I'll use Orichalcum ore, which is the hardest material I received from Hayato.
It's sturdy and has a high level of minerality, so it's likely to produce a finished product with better effects.
手形成HandingWhen he activates it, the Orichalcum ore, which is so hard you can tell just by touching it, can be processed as if it were not much different from the metals he normally handles; it's a strange feeling no matter how many times he experiences it.
He then took out a sculpture set.
I'm planning to take my time this time, so some carving will probably be necessary.
The main item is a shield made from Orichalcum.
The Orichalcum is rolled out into a thin sheet and then cut into several shield-shaped pieces using a cutting knife.
Similarly, I cut out thin strips of mithril, layer them together to make a thicker shape like a mille-feuille, and first create the rough shape of a rectangular shield.
Next, push out the back side with both thumbs to deform it, making fine adjustments so that the front side bulges.
Mixing in mithril weakens the strength of silver, which is what it is after all, but I've heard that silver has had the power to ward off evil since ancient times, so I mixed it in.
For now, the prototype shield accessory is complete.
Now...here's the problem.
No matter how much technical ability improves, design is impossible without imagination.
Is it okay to continue with the same ordinary things as before?
Searching the magical space, he took out some ores and jewels, pondering on who to use them on and what to use them on, but in the first place he wondered how he should process the design of the shield...
Suddenly, one gem caught my eye.
It's a diamond.
A gemstone also known as diamond.
It is commonly said that it is indeed the hardest naturally occurring substance in the original world.
I don't have any knowledge about minerals or gems, but this gem should fit the purpose of the ``protection'' I want to create this time.
The cutting method is the brilliant cut that I tried before, but this time I will try it not only on the crown but also on the pavilion.
The key is to calculate the angle of incidence and angle of reflection of the light and make it point upwards.
...It sounds easy to say, but isn't the balance just too exquisite...?
I was able to carve the crown part just as I remembered, but the pavilion part below was too difficult.
Not too long, not too short...
The diamond is carved away little by little, checked, its brilliance checked and fine-tuning made repeatedly, and finally the first diamond is completed.
As expected, INT has increased, so I think it is more precise than before, but it still can't be made like the real thing.
But I think it turned out pretty well.
When viewed from any angle, it shines much brighter than the original diamond rough.
But it's too early to feel relieved.
I'll start getting cocky once I've made three of these...
After that, he continued working very finely and finished making three diamonds of the same size.
He takes out the pitcher from the magical space and drinks directly from it.
"Phew..."
It was such a difficult task that just this was enough to give me a sense of accomplishment...
Or rather, it's too small and too difficult...
Ah...my eyes hurt...
But there's still work left to do...
With renewed determination, I picked up the shield pendant and began working on it.
First, let's make a hole to embed the gem.
Because the original size is small, holes are carefully drilled with a round knife using the provided microscope, and diamonds are inserted and removed to adjust the size.
You have to concentrate, paying attention to the depth, and trying not to let it penetrate.
After removing the many layers of Orichalcum and Mithril that had been cut out, he blew away any small debris with his breath, then switched to his cutting blade to carve the surrounding pattern.
First, to strengthen the shield design, carve the edges to make them stand out.
As faint as possible, but still noticeable.
As the detailed work continues, my eyes start to become strained, but if I stop now the depth will change, so I move my hands slowly as I continue working.
"Hmm..."
Once the border is finished, the shield pendant top with a hole in the center is completed.
It's been a very careful process up to this point, but the real work begins from here.
First, I think I'll give this pendant to Solte.
Therefore, I decided to carve a design based on Solte.
The first thing that came to mind was the Silver Wing Brooch that I had given to Solte previously.
He seemed to really like the design, so it was quickly decided that Solte should have a wing motif.
Using the hole in the center as the center, carve a symmetrical design reminiscent of wings.
Fast as the wind, he carved the image of wings, a symbol of freedom, praying for Solte's safety.
He stopped working the carving knife, set the diamond in the center, attached a clasp to prevent it from falling out, and finally attached a ring to hang it around the neck, completing the piece.
Oops, I must carve that inscription.
I'll also carve Sorte's name in Roman letters.
『Phantom Saint Silver Wing Guardian Pendant. Great increase in defense. Great increase in magic defense. Great resistance to abnormal conditions. Great increase in agility. Non-deteriorating. Unique owner [Sorute]』
There are six abilities...
Six...?!
Wow, isn't that amazing?
This is the largest number ever.
And the effect is usually great...
Non-deteriorating means it doesn't deteriorate, right?
I think maybe it has something to do with diamonds...
But who is the final unique owner...?
When assessing the effects,
[Effect only activates when equipped by the person who first engraved their name on the back of the unique owner]
In other words, it became Solte's exclusive equipment.
...I wonder how cases where people have the same name are handled.
But I made it with Sorte in mind, so as long as Sorte can be used, there shouldn't be a problem.
That means there are essentially five abilities.
And the effects are all great.
This result is surely worth the time it took to make.
"Hmm, hmmmm!!!"
Stretch your spine and feel a popping sensation in your back, then use your hands to tilt your neck to release it.
Although it's completed, I'm happy with the result.
Then, all that's left is to make two identical ones.
Instead of water, I gulp down a magic recovery potion to restore my magic and thirst.
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In fact, I had no intention of using it.
The outcome may not have been the same, but I decided to create it with each of them in mind.
Also, I wanted the designs to be based on each individual image.
After spending a long time completing the two accessories, I was overcome with a sense of accomplishment and fatigue.
Ouch, my neck is pretty stiff...
I guess I really wanted the Iranazu series...
Still, it can be said that we have created something good.
『Phantom Saint Silver Flame Guardian Pendant. Great increase in defense. Great increase in magic defense. Great resistance to abnormal conditions. Great increase in strength. Non-deteriorating. Unique owner: [Aina]』
『Phantom Saint Ginga's Guardian Pendant. Great increase in defense. Great increase in magic defense. Great resistance to abnormal conditions. Great increase in stamina. Non-deteriorating. Unique owner: Renge.』
Aina has a shield pendant with a flame engraved on it, evoking the image of a fierce red flame.
The lotus flower is adorned with a shield pendant carved with a flower motif, evoking the image of a bright, cheerful blossom.
Aina's pendant has the diamond positioned slightly lower, giving the impression of flames rising from it.
On the other hand, the lotus flower pendant has a hole carved into the top and a diamond set in the center of the flower, giving the impression of radiating light.
I think I was able to express the impressions I had of each one in my own way.
As for its effectiveness, I believe it will provide excellent protection for the three of them.
"Okay..."
Now, how much time has passed?
Considering how sleepy I was, it might already be morning.
When I was younger I used to be really excited about oaring and all that, but it's gotten a bit tougher recently...
I'm hungry, but I think I'll sleep in for today.
But if you want to sleep, sleep in a bed.
I drank magic recovery potions while working today, so there's no need to worry about collapsing.
If you want to relieve your fatigue, you should sleep in a proper bed.
I put the three accessories away in the magical space, tidied up, and then left the alchemy room.