บท 641: Two Letters. Two Paths (1/3)

Although Rhode had agreed to Marlene's suggestion, he was clear that the weapons wouldn't be of any use at the moment. The research and development of Mage Equipment required a long, complicated process. Even with Lapis's alchemy knowledge, modifying Mage Equipment wouldn't be that easy. Right now, what he needed was more straightforward battle strength. His requirement for subordinates was to be able to use wide AOE spells and also possess a certain amount of strength in order to have an advantage in close-combat battles. These requirements were easily satisfied by players. Even players like Canary and Mini Bubble Gum would choose various suitable close-combat techniques as player skills and spells weren't learned over the decade, but through the system instead. However, the natives weren't that blessed. They could only focus on one expertise and it was tough enough for them, not to mention cultivating both spells and combat skills.