Path to an Artisan

Oh, really? But aren't you here to take the test? One who has come to take a test mustn't let his mind wander to other things ... How will you take the test properly with such an attitude? I was only testing you with the story of my son ... I'm taking off points! Oh dear ...! It will be difficult to pass the test, I fear ....

Give you another chance? Hmm ... Very well! In return, you must do one thing that I ask you without fail. If you complete it properly, I will give you one more chance. What do you say, will you do as I tell you?

Good! So now listen carefully to what I have to say. First, take this letter to Blacksmith Pinter in the Gludio Castle Town. If you give him this letter, he will give you something. Bring that back to me. What do you think? It's very easy, isn't it?

If you've understood, go and get started!

Ah, look at myself. I said something unnecessary. My apologies.

But it seems you have quite a strong character. Actually, all that I said was simply to test your qualifications. You have passed, for now. I see you are a fine Dwarf. It is an unwritten law that we Dwarves do not put our efforts into something that is unprofitable, and I can see that you have some talent!

But ... There is something I must confess ... There is a bit of a problem ... You cannot take a test in these circumstances ... What should I do ...?

Hmm ... Actually ... It is a complicated matter that is a bit difficult to explain to you. However, if you help me, I will make some arrangements so you can definitely take the test of the Artisan. What do you think? Will you help me?

Thank you, youngster. So, from now on I want you to listen carefully to what I say.

Take this letter that I give you to Blacksmith Pinter in the Gludio Castle Town. If you give him the letter, he will give you something. Bring that back to me. What do you think? It's very easy, isn't it?

Now that you know, depart quickly! Every moment is critical!

Ha ha ha, you have finally brought it. Well done!

Hmmm, but isn't this the certificate for the second test of the Artisan? Where did you get it?

Now, what was I going to do with these? I have no idea.

Ah, this letter! Have you really brought this from Kluto? It is beyond my power, what should I do ...

Actually, Kluto asked me for something before... I kept it hidden in the corner of the blacksmith's shop for a long time, but oh dear, the item has been stolen! If I don't have it, Kluto will be terribly angry... he may seem like a gentleman but he has a temper like fire. When he is angry, not even the head blacksmiths can calm him. How will I find that item?

Are you sure? Could you do that?

If so, I can give you one clue. This is a footprint that was discovered on the floor of the blacksmith shop on the night of the robbery. I think that it is probably the footprint of the thief. Looking at the footprint, there is no doubt that it is one of a Vuku Orc fighter. If you catch them and destroy them, I'm sure something will come out.

Here, I will give you an impression of the footstep to use as a clue in catching the thief. By the way, the thing that was stolen was a large box. Thank you.

Yes, this is it! Thank you so much. Let me look it over once more, then I hope you will take it to Kluto.

Compensation ... right. Dwarves do not operate without something in return ... Hmm, what would you like?

Ah, you are in the midst of taking the test of the Artisan, aren't you? If that is so, then I will give you this. However, you must not tell anyone what you have done. If this becomes known, we could all be permanently removed from the Black Anvil Guild.

Well then, please take this box back to Kluto. Thank you.

Go and take the item to him. Isn't that enough compensation?

I tell you again, this task is an absolute secret. If things go wrong, I'll be ruined for the rest of my life!

I teach young Dwarves and manage the Test of the Artisan. All apprentice Dwarves arrive at an important turning point where they must decide their future occupations. Dwarves may choose the path of the Artisan or the Raider.

Artisans, who I'm responsible for testing, create something from nothing. They have unbelievable talents and use the most modern techniques available in the world today for their creations. The Artisan is the middle step in the process of becoming a Warsmith. If you wish to become the greatest skilled craftsman in Town of Aden, you must walk the path of the Artisan.

But one moment! You wish to be an Artisan? You must be mistaken. You cannot become an Artisan! Impossible! Go walk your own path. I do not have time to spare for dealing with those who are not qualified.

You! You must be mistaken. You are already an Artisan! Are you joking?!

What are you doing, loitering around here when you've already taken the test? Go on and change profession to an Artisan!

Have you brought all the boogle ratman teeth? Let me see ... One, two, three ... The number is exactly correct. Ok! With this, you pass the first test; Congratulations!

Now, you must go and take the second test; First, go to Blacksmith Kluto in Gludin Village He will guide the next step. Good luck!

Why are you still here? To take the second test, I told you to go to Gludin Village ... Quickly go and meet Blacksmith Kluto. He will give you detailed instructions for the second test. Well then, good luck!

Ha Ha Ha, with this, you have passed the final test. Congratulations! Are you confused?

I was testing your loyalty to see if you would keep a secret until the last moment. All that you have done until now was actually part of the test. The box that you brought is in fact just an empty box. I am sorry if I seemed like I was tricking you for a while, but this is how we Dwarves give our tests. "Always pursue profit" and "Never betray your colleague in a crisis" are two very different proverbs, and it is difficult to live up to them both.

Since you have done both splendidly, I will give you the final certificate for passing the test of the Artisan. Now take this and go to Head Blacksmith Tapoy to change profession to an Artisan. Of course, you know the required level is 20, right?

If you understand, go on now and become an Artisan. From now on, we are colleagues!

Are you sure? Did Blacksmith Pinter really give this to you?

I see I have no choice. What a shame, but we will have to eternally banish our old friend from our Black Anvil guild. How could he have done such a thing, what a foolish friend ...

No, I have been mistaken. A kind Dwarf on the road gave it to me, so I unknowingly accepted it.

Really? So you've met such a kind-hearted Dwarf. Then I guess I have no choice.

Ha ha ha, do you think that I would fall for a lie like that? But anyway, with this, you have passed the final test. Congratulations!

Are you confused? My question was to test your loyalty and see if you would keep a secret until under pressure. All that you have done was actually part of the test. The box that you brought is just an empty box. I am sorry if I seemed like I was tricking you for a while, but this is how we Dwarves give our tests. "Always pursue profits" and "Never betray your colleague in a crisis" are two very different proverbs, and it is difficult to live up to them.

Since you have done both splendidly, I will give you the final certificate for passing the test of the Artisan. Now take this and go to Head Blacksmith Tapoy to change profession to an Artisan. Of course, you know the required level is 20, right?

If you've understand, go on now and become an Artisan. From now on, we are colleagues!