"Vanessa, I will return in a moment. I must find my companion. I will return before nightfall," Amon spoke as the villagers slowly dispersed and returned to their task
"Your companion?" Vanessa asked inquisitively, with a raised brow.
"Yes, someone that will help rebuild the village and help you all protect yourselves," Amon replied
"I see...then we shall wait for you, be safe," Vanessa said with a small nod as she took Abigail's hand and went over to the other villagers
Leaving the village, Amon walked for some time thinking of what kind of summon would be most useful at the moment for both the villagers and himself.
After some time, he stopped in a denser part of the forest and sat on a fallen tree. Opening his system, Amon went to the summoning tab.
[Summons Available]
[Cooldown: Ready]
Amon took one more moment and confirmed what he would need.
"Lilith, what are my limitations when it comes to my summoning?' Amon asked
[Think of the type of person you need specific skill set or mindset, and I shall do the rest]
"I understand,"
Closing his eyes, Amon thought of a craftsman with skill in woodwork and smithing. Someone with a large range of knowledge on weapons and tool creation, and working with monster parts.
[Candidate Found]
[Beginning Summon]
As Lilith's voice rang out, an elegantly designed magic circle formed on the ground before him, and slowly a figure covered in red and white light began to emerge from the circle. Once the figure was fully emerged, the magic circle alongside the light faded away, exposing Amon's first summon, his first comrade.
Now, before him, a woman stood where nothing had been a breath before. She was tall and strong, her build shaped by hard work. Thick blonde curls, partly braided, clung to sweat-damp skin, and faint smudges of soot marked her face and hands. Worn leather and work clothes hung from her frame, tools and goggles resting where they always belonged.
[New Summon: Gemma]
[Occupation: Blacksmith]
[Rating: 4-Stars]
[Potential: 6-Stars]
"…Yeah, this is not what I was expecting today," Gemma spoke as she turned around and then focused on Amon
"Hello, I know you must be confused, but my name is Amon...I just think my best description of myself would be a wanderer. I summoend you because i need your help. Not just me, but there are people who also require your help if they wish to survive long," Amon spoke as he stood up and gave Gemma a slight bow.
"I mean, I did tell the voice that spoke to me that I'm willing to help...so what do you need?" Gemma replied with a grin, but Amon could tell she was still wary about the situation.
"There is a village not too far from here, which was raided by monsters. Dozens were dead, and half of the village was destroyed. I want your help in making them tools, helping them rebuild, and weapons so they can protect themselves," Amon explained.
"I mean, it will be possible, and I am willing to help, but do they have a forge or works that can help me, or materials?" Gemma asked
"I will deal with the material and with most of the help...but it will take some time to make you a forge," Amon replied
"Okay...can is see what kind of metal I'm working with?" Gemma asked
Extending his hand and rolling up his sleeve, Amon's arm began to change and form as flesh tore and different materials from the monster forged together.
"I call it living steel. It's made from the core of mitheral slimes, bones of a wyvern, and the blood of a troll," Amon explained, but stopped as he saw that Gemma had taken a step back and her face was filled with nervousness
"H...how is that possible...how can a human do that?" Gemma asked with fear in her eyes
"I apologize for not warning you; you are from a different land. In this land, humans are able to do a great many things that seem impossible...
"So all humans can change thier bodies like you?" Gemma asked cautiously
"No, you could call mine a special case. I try only to use in to secret to keep the other from becoming fearful," Amon replied
Taking a deep breath and composing herself, Gemma took a step forward and picked up the dark red steel and felt it.
"This is good steel, not too brittle, but it feels like it will form well. I will need to test it, but how much of it can you make?"
"Enough to complete what you will need but not an infinite amount," Amon replied
"Alright, I'm sorry for my reaction...I guess I should get started to make it up to you," Gemma replied as she handed Amon the metal
"Yes, let's get going."
Walking back to the village this time, slower as Gemma told Amon about her old world, the two arrived right as the sun began to set.
Entering the village, Amon and Gemma were greeted by Vanessa.
"Welcome back, I am glad you are safe. Is this the companion of yours?" Vanessa asked
Gemma stepped forward before Amon could speak. "Name's Gemma. I heard you guys could use my help," Gemma spoke with a smile
Vanessa studied her, then nodded. "Yes, we could use all the help we can get."
"She will need space for a forge. Is there an empty space or a building we can use?" Amon asked
"Yes...Viktor, come here?" Vanessa spoke to a young boy who quickly walked over
"Yes, Elder?" Viktor replied
"Viktor was the apprentice of our previous blacksmith... He sadly passed during the raid. You may have his forge, but I request that you take in the young man," Vanessa explained
"Yeah, that's fine with me, I could always use the help of a strong young man," Gemma laughed as he ruffled Viktors, causing him to blush slightly in embarrassment.