Chapter 223: Witherfall City
“Teacher Yu,” Li Lang interrupted her mid-speech by shooting up his hand. “What about artifacts capable of ranged attacks? Are they the same as all the other artifacts?”
“That’s correct. They are, but with one big caveat. Ranged artifacts constantly consume a colossal amount of Qi to operate, as the energy imbued into the projectile is consumed entirely. It is basically no different from many Qi arts. In fact, a solid melee artifact could enhance most Qi arts to a level comparable to dedicated ranged artifacts, so they are rarely seen.”
“I see.”
After some thought, Li Lang thought her words to be true. In an intense fight, if a cultivator was caught off guard, they would much rather have a melee weapon to fend off enemies with rather than a bow. If the damage from ranged attacks were equal, ranged artifacts only had demerits. There was also the logistics involved as well. Ammunition that could be imbued with powerful Qi was not cheap. Constantly using such expensive disposables could easily bankrupt someone.
Those who wished to pursue ranged options would rather hone their Qi arts.
Perhaps a gun can be useful? No, I’ve seen what high-level cultivators can do. The muzzle velocity isn’t anything powerful cultivators can’t deal with. The constant amount of Qi I will have to expend on it isn’t worth it.
After some sidetracking, Li Lang refocused on his objective of creating a melee artifact for himself and his companions.
The lessons didn’t last long, and Yu Chengfong soon exhausted everything she could teach about Mortal-grade artifacts.
“That’s about as much time as I have to spare. Farewell.”
Without waiting for a reply, the fiery artificer forcefully kicked out her guests from her underground workshop. As soon as they left, the sound of the forge coming to life could be heard.
“Well, let’s go check out their stock of beast cores and get out of here.”
After once again inquiring with one of the receptionists in the lobby, Li Lang’s group exited the Artificer Guild. They hadn’t come out empty-handed as they did manage to buy a limited quantity of beast cores. However, it wasn’t nearly enough. Without rest, they headed for the Eroding March Pavilion next. To be precise, their branch within Witherfall City.