200 years is too fast for most humans to take on 7-8 generations. But in front of the dwarves, it is only about half of the journey of life. The relatives and friends who died at the hands of the dark elves, the suffering of fleeing all the way, and the shame of defeat all affect the hearts of these survivors of the restriction all the time.

At that time, the dwarves and gnomes who broke out of the siege and came to the surface from the dark regions. Many of them, relying on their own performance and racial traditions, have now often become the high-level of the clan - clan elders, who are still more or less old. So their influence in the community is definitely not small. With such a group, it is not surprising that the dwarves and gnomes in the territory of Norhan support the kingdom's dark territorial strategy.

As for returning to live underground, those dwarves and gnomes who have become accustomed to the surface are definitely unwilling to be killed. Because both the living conditions and the external environment of the Norhan Kingdom are far greater than those of the dark regions. After all, the light and warmth brought to the earth by the golden fireball in the sky. However, the largest source of light in the ground is cold plants, but only a very small number of lichens, fungi and mosses can emit light.

Although after years of hard work, the difficulties of transplanting these species have finally been overcome one by one. However, the most cost-effective light sources in the underground are still luminous crystals and reflective stones, which are called luminous crystals because some rare rocks in the dark regions are naturally glowing. They vary in intensity from starlight to daylight, though daylight is extremely rare.

The huge vaults of the dwarven cities had a glowing crystal as strong as the sun at dusk. This is a rare treasure in the dark realms, and there is no race other than the dark elves who do not desire such an item.

Reflectors, on the other hand, do not naturally emit light, but in caves made of local reflector stones, a small light source can easily shine brighter than usual, and the reflector can magnify the illumination radius of either light source by a factor of four. It can be said to be an excellent transmission medium similar to that of optical fibers.

Only the combination of these two substances is the main way to illuminate many underground non-dark elf cities. Although the vast majority of the Underworld races have evolved dark vision. But this feeling of being like a black-and-white TV is by no means satisfying.

And as long as it is not a cold-blooded animal, it needs to have a need for warmth, so heating underground is a big problem. Widespread heating not only consumes astronomical amounts of fuel, but also fills the air in the city with dust and a strange smell.

The air quality is not a problem in the upper part of the dark area because of the ventilation holes connected to the surface, which keeps the air circulating and relatively fresh. But the middle level where the dwarven city was located didn't have such good luck at the beginning, and many of the residents there even had to flee. For the first time, I breathed really clean air.

Moreover, although the water source in the dark region cannot be said to be scarce, it is the key to being grabbed by many forces. Although the dwarves and gnomes were good at the beginning, the drinking water that could really be eaten was still rationed. Just like the Great Northwest before the liberation, bathing is even more of a luxury. Even bitter spring water must be prioritized to meet the needs of industry.

As for the diet structure of the Dark Regions, Barrett always felt that if a player chose the Dark Elves to make his birth race, then his life in the Dark Regions would definitely be colorless. Except for the first floor, where the transfer station is now located, food is still relatively abundant, although it is worse than the surface. Although the situation below cannot be called a desert, it is not much different. Although there are many species of wild fungi that can be eaten, the true natural yield is desperate.

Fish at the water source is an optional supplement. Of course, there are often dangers. Because the fish in the burrows also need to eat, it is difficult for an isolated lake to support the existence of fish unless it is large enough to grow plants in it. Under siege by beasts on land and water.

Fortunately, there are many small creatures such as rats, ferocious rats, lizards and giant insects in the dark areas, but the search and capture of these animals and plants requires a lot of manpower.

In fact, it is not without agriculture in the Dark Regions, but it requires extremely strong strength to ensure it. However, the dwarves and gnomes at that time were not able to fully achieve this on their own. Even among the dark elf cities, there are only a handful of them that can withstand the burden of defending the agricultural base.

It's like a city with a great, dark elf ranger, relying on rare natural lakes or ponds to form its own enviable agricultural system. But even so. The fragile agriculture was still able to provide food for its owners in a stable manner.

And even the kind of food supply base that is not very stable. Nor can dwarves and gnomes hope for it. Dog poop is eaten with shriveled mushrooms as a staple food all day long, with the occasional few pieces of meat beaten for tooth offerings. Cereals? What is that? Many of the Underground Dwarves have not seen that kind of food in their long lives.

As one of the first humans they came into contact with when they came to the surface. Barrett was involved in aiding them during the inner period. He had seen the dwarves and gnomes look overwhelmed when they first took the black bread. and the tears left by the other person while chewing the brown bread after his demonstration.

Although it was only coarse brown bread, the aroma of the cereal and the fermented texture stimulated their lackluster taste buds, who had never been exposed to other vegetarian foods except mushrooms and moss. What exactly their teardrops represented, Barrett couldn't tell. But by no means bitter.

After coming to Boreham, the underground dwarves and underground gnomes are even as interested in all kinds of food as the halflings. During this period, there were also incidents of mass diarrhea caused by a large number of dwarves and gnomes eating too much seafood. Even with the help of a herbalist, the placement was delayed for several days.

Coupled with the relatively abundant alcohol on the surface, it is not an exaggeration to say that this is a paradise for the dwarven gnomes who have just escaped from the ground! Bittersweet memories are not less important for those dwarven elders who are eager for reward. Over time, in addition to making the dwarves and gnomes of Norhan more and more hostile to the dark elves, it also made them fearful of possible underground life.

Dwarves and gnomes who rotate between the Transit Station and the Forward Fortress. Or is it because they can get surface supplies here--after all, there was no way to eat bran and drink thin water. When you can eat and drink spicy food, you can let these people go back to eat bran and drink thin water. I don't believe that someone will immediately pull the flag and rebel.

And wait until three days later when you leave the second transit station. Barrett found that the group was getting bigger than before. It seems that the caravan that had been stranded in the second transit station due to the attack of the dark elves immediately decided to leave with them after seeing the great strength of the dwarves and gnomes.

"Now there are more people who need to be cared for. I really don't know if I can take care of it with my current manpower if I encounter those black skin attacks. "Claymatis. Bot grumbled as he looked back at the long line during the break.

Sometimes it's not about the more people the more the power. Not to mention the management problems that will inevitably come with a large team. The disparity in strength also made it necessary for the dwarves and gnomes to separate their escort teams to help the ordinary caravans when attacked. So Clematis. In Both's view, this kind of behavior is really causing trouble for himself

But Barrett has a different opinion: "Although the burden will increase. But judging from the second caravan that joined, the impact should not be great. The strength of this team is much better than the earliest caravan. ”

Compared to the team that joined at the first stop, the strength of these latecomers is much better. From Barrett's point of view, although the former employs experienced personnel, their individual strength is relatively poor. And the number of those scattered adventurers occupies a little too much.

This approach is indeed a relative cost savings. It's not impossible to operate on this trade route in the past – and for cost-conscious chambers of commerce, this situation has actually become the norm. But now that the horn of the war has sounded, it has become the transport brigade of the dark elves. Otherwise, the Brisby garrison would not have been prepared not to see the caravan for months.

And this caravan was only joined at the second transit station. It is very rare to hire a mercenary group to act as a guard. These well-trained mercenaries make their combat effectiveness much stronger than that of ordinary caravans. Although it is inevitable to die in the face of the attack of the dark elves, at least he has the ability to resist.

And in the middle of that team, there are two people who are particularly conspicuous, a melee warrior and an archer, the warrior is dressed in exquisite armor, and the weapons in his hands are not ordinary, it is obvious that they are high-level warriors with good strength. The archers were dressed in leather armor, and the longbows in their hands shone brightly. At first glance, it is a treasure.

And according to Barrett's judgment. In addition to these two good players who are exposed to the outside and pressing the formation, the other party should also have a secret hand. There is also a tradition of mercenary groups like this with at least 1-2 spellcasters, and even entire teams that believe in the same shrine and thus hire priests.

Of course, even so, Barrett still didn't think they would be able to escape from the attack of the dark elves. But they weren't like the original team, and they couldn't hold on to the blackskins for a while. And as long as it can resist for a short time, it will not have much impact on Barrett's escort team. That's why he said what he just said.

However, it is also because the difference between the two teams has been confirmed. Barrett's doubts grew even greater. Touching his chin, he muttered to his companions, "Can any of you confirm what cargo the caravan was transporting in the first place?" I don't think Mr. Barrant would take them with him for no reason. This is especially true when it is known in advance that there may be surprises in the operation underground. And they are also the subjects who conceal the information. ”

"Oh! Are they the ones who are withholding the news? Touching her chin, Rielly pondered, "That means that the supplies that the team is transporting are important for advancing to the fortress. ”

"Noodles, why don't you go and inquire." Claymatis. Bot said, turning his gaze to the halfling wanderers in the group.

The latter, shaving his nails with a dagger, said, "No need to inquire about their situation anymore." We've been on the same road for so long, and we know a little bit about it. At least half of their cargo is grain. As for the rest, they are hidden under the grain, and I think it will be difficult to figure them out without alarming the other party. ”

"Goods deliberately used as a cover for grain? It seems that they don't want people to know the specific type of goods! At this point, Barrett raised an eyebrow.

Then Rielie spoke: "Barrett, have you ever thought that those grains are the materials that Mr. Barentt values!" After all, no matter what time it is, this kind of cargo is the top priority! ”

"Because food is a priority, they are not something that Mr. Barrett values." Barrett shook his head, "Because these underground transit stations and forts have their own grain reserves and transportation channels. ”

As the saying goes, the soldiers and horses go first before the grain and grass are moved, and it is impossible for the Nohan Kingdom, which pursues the policy of the first army, not to understand the truth in that regard. For example, among these military and semi-military strongholds underground, there must be relatively abundant food reserves. The food supply for the defenders was also in the care of a special agency to prevent problems when purchasing from the caravans. Most caravans, like those that transport grain underground, are mainly sold to adventurers who pan for gold in the shadows.

Just as the players were about to explore to the end, a sudden "whoosh" sound broke through the air and faintly recalled in the cave.

'Attack? Barrett, who immediately thought of this, grabbed the tower shield not far away, and thrust the mage behind the huge shield with the other - who made Rielli the most defenseless in the face of a surprise attack at the moment. This is also a common problem for most low-level arcane spellcasters.

However, the next situation made Barrett's behavior seem a little excessive. The dark elves turned away as soon as they shot the crossbows in their hands. Relying on those huge lizards specially cultivated for the dark environment of the region, they disappeared from everyone's vision in a blink of an eye.

This abrupt attack made Barrett murmur in his heart again: 'Do those guys see that they can't change their hard work? But what's the point of them doing that? Do you think that this will be able to drag us down and eat us? (To be continued......)

PS: Modify the wording. Thanks to "pz.bug", "book 1329", "crazy when you read books", "light fish" and "yf533" and other 5 people who voted for the monthly ticket.