Vol 2. Chapter 5: Check the Resource Map
Currently, Commander Eve and Ringo were reviewing the resource situation around Iron Town.
“Here is the resource map for the Iron Town area.”
“Hmm... It looks like there’s quite a bit, doesn’t it?”
The map displayed responses indicating the presence of iron ore, showing a widespread distribution centered around Iron Town.
“Yes, ma’am. We conducted a detailed survey of the area, which mostly encompasses the Afurasia United Kingdom’s territory. The findings are becoming clearer.”
As Eve nodded, Ringo overlaid a geological map and continued her explanation.
“This region appears to be covered in volcanic rock, with an estimated thickness of several dozen meters.”
“Volcanic rock, huh...”
“Yes, ma’am. It seems the entire territory of the Afurasia United Kingdom rests atop a massive lava flow. Volcanic rock lacks nitrogen, making it unsuitable for plant growth.”
This explained why agriculture hadn’t developed in the area—nothing could grow on such soil.
“However, the lava itself can be seen as a promising mineral deposit. For example, the veins in Iron Town likely surfaced due to tectonic shifts exposing them.”
Iron Town was situated at the foot of a hill, with mine entrances visible halfway up. It appeared they had stumbled upon an exposed vein of iron ore by chance.