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200  Epic Battle Armor

Alaric clicked [Yes].

[Congratulations! You have upgraded your Rare Battle Armor to Epic Battle Armor!]

[Epic Battle Armor]

Defense: 50

Durability: 50

There was no noticeable change in the appearance of the battle armor, but Alaric who was wearing it felt the sudden change in its weight and flexibility.

Before the upgrade, the armor was a bit heavier. It was also a bit more difficult to move especially when he made abrupt turns and twists. However, those minor issues have been resolved!

Wow! It almost feels like I am just wearing a thick layer of clothes! It feels so comfortable to wear with no hint of awkwardness!

He was satisfied with the improvement in his battle armor. Just the improved flexibility was already impressive.

Let us test out the armor's durability. Maybe there are some changes in the engraved ability too.

He couldn't wait to test it out.

He unsheathed his custom-made short sword and tried stabbing through the armor with minimal force.

When the sword's blade touched the armor, it slid off without even leaving a mark on the surface!

Alaric applied more strength to the sword, but the same thing happened.

Amazing! He exclaimed in his heart, his eyes shining with delight.

What if I apply mana to the short sword? Will it remain undamaged?

Thinking about this, Alaric imbued mana into the short sword and slashed his left arm guard.

Clang!

A dull 'clang' echoed after the short sword struck his arm guard, but when he lifted the short sword, he discovered no damage on the arm guard.

He had already imbued mana into that attack, but the sword didn't even leave a scratch on the armor.

I haven't even used the armor's engraved ability, but it managed to withstand the short sword's power! What if I use my Rare Steel Sword?

The Rare Steel Sword was a relic-level weapon and it also possessed an engraved ability which significantly increased its sharpness and power.

Alaric made the same test. He swung his Rare Steel Sword on his arm guard.

Clang!

Surprisingly, there was still no dent or even a scratch on the armor.

This time, Alaric imbued the Rare Steel Sword with mana, but without using the engraved ability of the sword.

Clang!

Alaric felt a light pain in his arm due to the impact, but there was still no damage on the armor except for a small white mark that quickly disappeared after a few seconds.

What?! This armor is actually capable of self-repair! This must be the new ability of the armor!

He was ecstatic!

Now, he had more confidence in the upcoming battle.

I should let my father use this armor since he will be the one fighting with that terrible monster. He thought to himself. He wasn't stupid enough to believe that he had become invincible just because he had upgraded his battle armor.

The power of a goblin monarch might not be enough to break the armor, but the force would still leave him critically wounded or even kill him.

After a night of rest, the elven and the human warriors left the kingdom to set up the traps.

They made sure that there was no goblin nearby when they were setting up everything.

The elves weren't proficient in this field so it was mostly the human warriors who did most of the work. This was because they thought that it was despicable to lay down traps.

It was already nightfall when they had completed the task. Now, all they needed to do was wait for the goblins to fall into their trap.

At this moment, the elven warriors were hidden on top of the trees, observing the surroundings as they waited for the goblins to arrive.

On the other hand, the human warriors hid behind the thick foliage while keeping their eyes peeled.

A few hours later, just when midnight came, they sensed the ground trembling.

They are coming!

Everyone thought to themselves as they looked in the same direction. It was the entry point of the forest and also the place where the goblin army would pass by.

Soon, they finally caught sight of the goblin army.

More and more goblin warriors entered the forest. There were so many of them that some of the wild beasts inhabiting the forest left in fear.

Hidden behind a big tree, Alaric sent a signal to his subordinates. Their task was to provoke the goblins and make them rush over to their location.

After getting his signal, hundreds of human warriors nocked their arrows and released them.

Suu! Suu! Suu! Suu!

In the next moment, the rain of arrows descended from the sky, killing dozens of unlucky goblin warriors on the spot!

The goblin army was startled and there was a moment of confusion on their side which caused them to lose more warriors.

The goblin monarchs immediately stepped out to quell the confusion. They commanded the goblin warriors to charge forward and avenge their brethren!

Eiik! Eiik! Eiik! Eiik!

The weird squeaking noises of the goblins echoed through the forest, chilling the hearts of the human and elven warriors.

Everyone hardened their hearts, forcing themselves to calm down.

Suddenly, huge holes appeared on the ground, causing hundreds of goblins to fall where sharp spikes were waiting for them at the bottom.

Eiik! Eiik! Eiiik!!!

The goblins emitted pained squeaks and squeals, but this didn't stop their army from charging towards the human warriors hidden in the dense vegetation.

What foolish creatures! Alaric sneered in his mind when he saw the goblins mindlessly charging despite the heavy casualties they had suffered.

He didn't waste any time and made a whistling sound, signaling their retreat.

As soon as he made the signal, everyone left without hesitation.

It is our turn now!

Thought Sunset who was hiding on top of the trees. She then made a sharp sound to signal the next step of their plan.

I just noticed that it’s almost my birthday (April 2). If I hadn’t checked the calendar, I would have forgotten about it. CoffeeKeepsMeSane

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