Chapter 254 Garos: My fortress is quite big; I can sleep right there.
The border region, Dragon Valley.
The fishing competition, which relied purely on skill, still ended in victory for Red Iron Dragon, who successfully snatched multiple potions from Metal Dragon Rich Woman.
Similar potions.
Galos took a lot from the Crimson Silver Dragon through playing games, riddles, betting, and training guidance.
There are roughly nine types of potions, including the Flying Dragon Potion that increases agility and speed, the Magic Dragon Potion that increases elemental sensitivity, and the Tyrant Dragon Potion that increases temporary resistance. All of them are rare potions that have a strong effect on dragons and are crafted by a level 19 mature silver dragon.
"Potion Master. Should I learn a support-type class like that?"
This idea came to Garus's mind.
But he quickly put it out of his mind and rejected it.
"I should have my subordinates or other dragons learn this kind of career path. For example, the red dragon Samantha became an alchemist."
"This way I can enjoy the benefits without having to take up my time."
Galos pondered to himself.
In the future, when Dragon Valley takes in other dragons, while providing them with protection, it must also have corresponding requirements.
for example.
They should be encouraged to learn and explore a career path that is beneficial to Dragon Valley and the development of the tribe as soon as possible, and not be lazy like Gordon, wasting their dragon talents.
at the same time.
In the biting cold wind, the red iron dragon looked up and gazed into the distance.
He saw that the blizzard was pouring down like silver sand onto the cliffs on both sides of Dragon Valley, but it was blocked outside the valley, so that only a few snowflakes fell inside.
Outside the valley, amidst the raging wind and snow, powerful bipedal dragons flapped their wings, dragging various types of bricks dug from the mine and refined by iron chains as they climbed against the wind.
Apart from wyverns.
Many barbarians and minotaur slaves, urged on by the whips and whistles of the gnoll overseers, carried heavy iron and steel ingots up the cliff face.
Occasionally, slaves, frozen and exhausted, would collapse.
But soon new slaves will be driven out to fill the vacancies.
Platform at the top of the cliff.
The alchemists are manipulating some older models of industrial building golems that still work quite well. These golems were originally the accumulation of the Gold Tooth Tribe, but now belong to the Ironforge Tribe.
Some have shock-absorbing devices on the soles of their feet, which, with each step, compact the ground as solid as steel.
Some have fire-element gems embedded in their chests, use burning black oil as energy, and spray high-temperature flames from their palms to soften metal ingots for easier joining.
Some are crane-type structures, responsible for stacking the stones brought by the flying dragons into the prototype of a huge wall, like a city wall.
The most architecturally gifted War Lizardmen 'craftsmen' gathered together, gesturing with something resembling blueprints, constantly directing their various subordinates to do things.
As the wind and snow fell softly, the fortress standing atop the cliff began to take shape.
Looking at the busy servants and slaves, and the fortress that was gradually taking shape, Red Iron Dragon revealed a satisfied smile.
"Finally, we have a place to shelter from the wind and rain."
He thought to himself.
Galus has always either lived in dark caves or in the open.
But this was not his original intention.
Dragons are not wild beasts and have certain requirements for their habitat.
A magnificent, imposing, and impregnable fortress is an architectural style favored by dragons, and it is also what Garus likes.
but.
A fortress capable of housing giant creatures is not the same concept as a fortress for human nobles.
To accommodate the size of dragons, even the lowest walls of the fortress would appear as imposing as city walls to other species.
The walls, pillars, and dome all require a massive amount of materials, and the quality must be of high grade. Ordinary bricks and stones cannot be used; they must be made primarily of sturdy metals. If necessary, alchemists must also engrave runes on each brick to strengthen it; otherwise, it would be nothing more than tofu that crumbles at the slightest touch to dragons.
Galos had long harbored the idea of building a fortress, but for various reasons, he never implemented it.
Now, with the Ironforge tribe ruling the border region and free from external threats, and with development as their primary focus in the short term, they are unlikely to launch another war rashly. Only now that the situation has stabilized and there is room to build a fortress.
The existence of such a fortress is also a watershed moment.
Only a lord dragon with a large retinue, a strong foundation, and a stable rule can build a dragon fortress.
The Iron Dragon Girl in the Wilderness of Sel doesn't have any fortresses in her territory. She mainly lives in modified caves because the wilderness is full of dangers and powerful beings. Her followers need to patrol and guard, and her resource points are limited, so the Iron Dragon Girl has no time to build fortresses.
"Deborah, do your parents have a fortress in Red Maple Valley?"
Garus asked the Crimson Silver Dragon.
"No. They prefer to live in human form, so they didn't build a fortress."
Deborah blinked and looked up at the fortress that was being built little by little in the howling snowstorm. A hint of envy flashed in her eyes as she said, "Garos, you're just a teenager and you already have your own fortress. Any metal dragon your age would be envious and jealous if they knew."
Building a fortress with a metal dragon is no easy feat.
Among them, there are relatively few lord dragons. To build a fortress, most of them rely on wealth and dragon veins to hire craftsmen from other races, such as humans and dwarves.
Besides material costs, there are also labor costs, design fees, and so on, which are difficult to count.
The intermediate costs would be painful even for a fully grown metal dragon.
The silver dragon couple probably didn't build a fortress because they didn't like it, but because they couldn't bear the expense. So they settled for a humanoid dwelling instead.
Another point worth mentioning is...
As they age, metal dragons will gradually be surpassed by evil dragons in wealth, because evil dragons burn, kill, and plunder, collecting all the wealth they can get like whales, without any moral burden, and are more efficient at accumulating wealth and resources than metal dragons.
The metal dragon's greatest source of wealth is 'punishing evil and eliminating wickedness,' which involves robbing evil dragons of their riches.
But the Dragon Lord isn't so easy to steal.
If there is no evil dragon, you can steal it.
Then, like the silver dragon Edley, they would choose professions such as alchemist or potion maker, and sell the things they create for profit.
"This fortress is designed to resemble the size of a mature dragon, and it will also serve as a gathering and ceremonial venue for Dragon Valley."
"Once it's built, there will be plenty of space."
Red Iron Dragon grinned and said to Crimson Silver Dragon, "If you like, you can move in later. I can reserve a room for you."
They were actually willing to share their fortress.
Garus was indeed not an evil dragon!
The Crimson Silver Dragon nodded happily, but then suddenly became wary and said, "You're not going to ask me for rent, are you? Unless it's free, I'd rather not stay here."
Hong Tielong said seriously, "What are you saying? With our friendship, of course it's free."
"What's free is the most expensive," Galos added to himself.
Only by firmly binding the Crimson Silver Dragon to his chariot could he easily tear off the Metal Dragon's tiger skin, or even hug the Silver Dragon's father's leg and unleash his magic potion.
"However, there is still a crucial issue."
Garos shook the snow off his wing membranes, looked at the Crimson Silver Dragon, and then asked solemnly, "Deborah, if I take in a lot of evil young dragons, will the metal dragons target me if the news gets out?"
This is what he is most worried about.
The dragons gathered in large numbers in one place.
While they might be unable to intervene during times of civil unrest within the Federation, a metallic dragon might suddenly appear, mistaking Dragon Valley for a gathering place for evil dragons and launching an attack.
Despite having established a foothold in the border region, Galus remained keenly aware of the situation.
The prosperity of the Ironforge today is more a result of its ability to seize opportunities than a reflection of its absolute strength. This emerging power is still fragile and cannot withstand attacks from top-tier forces.
After hearing Galos's words.
"Garos" the Crimson Silver Dragon gently shook his head, his gaze sweeping over the Red Iron Dragon's rugged and ferocious body, before he said seriously, "Metal dragons will have a natural prejudice against you, but aren't you just as prejudiced against metal dragons?"
(End of this chapter)
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