I Am Also An Extraordinary Creature-Chapter 1406 - 1000: The Journey Matters Most

The clanging and hammering sounds spread out, and since it was his first time crafting, Zheng Yichen received a little assistance. Lilith merged her operations with his, instantly making him a master blacksmith.

The black substance in his hand, shaped into a hammer, struck precisely where it needed to hit with every blow.

The raw materials for forging consisted of a pile of relatively solid metal, plus a huge amount of Faith energy.

This portion of Faith energy was also processed by Zheng Yichen. It was first forged, further purifying the Faith energy, and then the Faith elements were hammered to make them pure.

Pure protective Faith elements combined with purified Faith energy, merged anew through hammering, created an impression of crystallization power.

This Faith energy was so pure that it could autonomously solidify into a Crystal.

The combination of Faith hammer and God Sealing Stone was simply perfect. Even if not used to forge weapons, it could be directly used to hammer the Faith energy itself.

Faith energy, already filtered by the God Sealing Stone, became even purer after another round of forging. Knowing that Zheng Yichen possessed such a thing, those Faith Gods either tried everything to seize it or figured out how to curry favor.

"Hmm... I’ll just call it the Oath Protection Sword." Zheng Yichen calmly and without embarrassment named the weapon he had forged.

Because the Faith energy used was extremely pure, the weapon’s hue appeared silver-white and pure, looking quite splendid. The sword’s balance was perfect, and its strength was exceedingly high.

During the forging, it was affected by the Heart of Willpower newly acquired by Zheng Yichen, causing the weapon to undergo a qualitative change. Willpower interference tends to distort living beings.

Especially those who are already deceased.

Using resurrection-type magic, or Divine Arts, follows a normal process in this world and doesn’t create distortion issues. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

Willpower interference, on the other hand, bypasses processes, forcibly and illegally pulling back dead entities.

Resurrection magic at least checks if the target’s soul is still there. Willpower interference does not; has the soul reincarnated already?

What does that matter to the body? Since it’s already against the rules, might as well break them thoroughly.

Moreover, due to its illicit nature, in worlds where resurrection spells are banned, it still allows the deceased to be revived through willpower interference, albeit with greater distortion.

Zheng Yichen had never been to other worlds, but Lilith could simulate environments, providing Zheng Yichen with ample testing conditions amid a series of constraints.

The traces of life were strong, but dead objects were different. Interference with dead objects was higher, unless Zheng Yichen intended to create something odd.

This was indeed a solidly made Sword of Protection, beneficial to this world... for the human race.

"A fine weapon indeed."

Tanshia Firlo murmured on the side, "This is a Divine Artifact."

Zheng Yichen used a crude forge, hammering out a Divine Artifact stroke by stroke. Divine Artifacts typically refer to god-made weapons, but god-made weapons aren’t just a pile of scrap metal.

Even if created by a True God, they must be of corresponding quality; without it, they are merely toys.

"A Divine Artifact is even better; I plan to use Faith energy to craft disposable weapons in the future." Zheng Yichen waved the Sword of Protection in his hands.

This weapon has strict usage conditions, which do not affect Zheng Yichen. In his hands, the weapon can easily unleash its full power.

Based on the environmental intensity of this world, the maximum power of this weapon can theoretically destroy a city with a single strike.

However, the theoretical maximum is something to be heard rather than taken seriously. It can indeed reach that level, but the conditions are overly stringent, achievable only in critical moments when a weapon user pushes to extremes.

Regarding consumption, it does not deplete the weapon itself, but the power of the user. The stronger the user’s faith at the time of activation, the stronger the converted power becomes.

Nevertheless, there is still a limit. If the user’s foundation isn’t strong enough and they forcibly unleash maximum power, after using it, the weapon will surely drain the user dry.

This weapon is not a demonic sword; it won’t exploit the user, but when used, it won’t be considerate either. It unleashes all the power a user can handle.

Exceeding one’s limits is self-inflicted—this weapon takes no blame. Without it, not even a warrior burning all reserves could achieve a single strike city destroyer output.

"Alright, now it’s time to find a suitable user."

There’s someone in this city capable of wielding this weapon. As for how to convey the message, Zheng Yichen directly executed a large-scale ’revelation’ through willpower interference.

Letting everyone in the city know about this matter.

Soon enough, a powerful Sword of Protection will appear here. If a knight can pull this weapon out, they can lead an army to safeguard the nation.

Of course, Zheng Yichen was merely saying this; in reality, those who could draw the Sword of Protection wouldn’t need an army at all.

This weapon embodies pure Faith energy. Simply by wielding it, the holder’s protective faith will continuously grow stronger due to the weapon.

Delivering a fierce lesson to enemies, while the army, behind it, only needs to cheer loudly.

The entire city was abuzz due to this unusual revelation. At first, some thought it was a prank, but after the strongest mage in the city was ’hit’ as well.

This matter was given full attention. The Sword of Protection would appear at the city center square, and the time predicted in the prophecy was not far off. It wouldn’t hurt to take a look.

At the center square, Zheng Yichen found a suitable spot and planted the weapon into the ground.

Then, like an ordinary city resident, he found a place to wait.

After some time, someone finally noticed the additional shimmering silver long sword on the square’s floor.

Ordinary people, lacking much culture and knowledge, had the first thought when they saw the weapon: this weapon looks really shiny, it must be worth a lot of money?

Only afterward did the topic of the prophecy come up: The weapon mentioned in the prophecy had really appeared?

And according to the prophecy, everyone would have the opportunity to try and pull out the sword, but not everyone could.

Just approaching the weapon would make one feel a strong pressure; only those who could withstand the pressure could truly touch the sword.

The people closest to it couldn’t help but start trying.

Some couldn’t continue forward from a distance, while a few managed to reach the weapon, but they still couldn’t pull the sword out.

Even the strongest warriors in the city were included.

And the mages who tried using powerful magic interference on the weapon found that their spells vanished like mud into the sea, unable to affect the sword at all.

"It seems no one will be able to pull out the sword today," Tanshia Firlo whispered to Zheng Yichen.

"Let’s go. Now that we’re here, let’s explore the city a bit. There’s a Faith impartation crystal in that sword; Lilith has already marked it. We can watch the broadcast later."

Zheng Yichen said as he lifted Lilith, who was sitting on his shoulder, causing the small white dragon to burst into cheerful laughter.

She was no longer interested in the story of the Sword of Protection.

The weapon was forged by Zheng Yichen, but what mattered wasn’t the weapon, it was the forging process. Zheng Yichen’s goal was simply to test the Faith hammer.

Having confirmed that the Faith hammer was very effective, the weapon itself was no longer important.

It’s better to experience this city instead.

However, everyone in the city was drawn to the Sword of Protection. All the shops were closed, the king summoned the nation’s young heroes, declaring that the one who could pull out the Sword of Protection was the true warrior.

All of this was testified by the Sword of Protection.

Though the mages couldn’t pull out the weapon, they declared it was infused with protective power, and the one who could pull out the weapon must possess an upright and protective will.

A person with such qualities is definitely trustworthy.

Yet too many tried, and it was certain that it wouldn’t happen today.

Zheng Yichen and Senluo wouldn’t stay in this world for too long. After leaving a Balance Scale sculpture, they left this world.

After all, Lilith had recorded everything, and the sword could also function as the Scales of Faith. All nearby happenings would be recorded by Lilith.

It could even be watched as a movie for those with nothing to do.

"I think sometimes the gods are just bored," Zheng Yichen remarked on the way back, evaluating his own behavior. Speaking of which, those two Holy Maidens hadn’t returned after going back.

Perhaps they were delayed by something?

However, Zheng Yichen was sure Lillian and the others were fine; the statues they took back were all normal.

Moreover, the Balance Scale sculptures in the world of magic were spreading the fastest.

The Balance Scale sculptures received ’certification’ from the Luminous Divine type, and they were purely used for faith trading without involving faith targets, so some followers of the Luminous Divine type could also use them.

After all, there weren’t many Faith Gods over there, they were all True Gods, and they didn’t place that much importance on faith.

Moreover, the Dragon Tribe also possessed these Balance Scale sculptures but they had a uniform attitude towards them.

They just regarded them as automatic buff machines, and the ’profession’ Zheng Yichen imagined had even emerged recently.

By making a magic wand with a Faith impartation crystal, one could change professions to become a ’Faith mage’ or ’Faith warrior’. Whether fighting alone or in groups, these faith-based professionals could directly buff their teammates.

As long as they could generate strong faith in a short period, it would be enough.

Faith doesn’t necessarily have to be in a specific target; it can also be in a kind of belief.

Faith generated by a strong belief can also be traded, and such trading would not insult the faith generated by the strong belief.

After all, the trade is quite equal; faith can only affect the spirit, but after trading, one can equivalently exchange for strength beneficial to oneself and allies, better fulfilling the belief, a win-win.