The serrated bone blade on the right side of the Dark Sea Hunter briefly gathered energy, then suddenly thrust, piercing into the cliff wall rock.
A not-too-small chip appeared beside the purple ore.
It can be mined!
Rogel's eyes lit up.
The rock of the cliff wall wasn't as hard as he imagined.
Or should it be said that the Dark Sea Hunter's attack power is too strong?
Ka ka ka.
The Dark Sea Hunter used both its serrated bone blade and bone clamp, quickly clearing the rock around the purple ore like a pile driver.
The purple ore finally revealed its full appearance.
A palm-sized piece of purple glowing ore.
[Purple Iron Ore]
[Type: Material]
[Quality: Green]
[Quantity: 1]
[Explanation: The difference between Purple Iron Ore and ordinary Iron Ore is that it can serve as a medium for some mysterious powers.]
So it was a piece of ore.
Although not something very rare, it's still not bad.
Rogel decided to collect it.
Even mosquito legs are meat after all.
You can't just treat these materials as rubbish because they are of no use now.
Didn't the monster's minced flesh come in handy at special times before?
Thought the hamster-style player Rogel to himself.
After picking up the Purple Iron Ore, Rogel discovered a new problem.
His clone had no item inventory, so where should he put this thing?
At this thought, Rogel's mouth twitched.
After thinking it over, he decided to first place it at a spot in the shallow sea area and then have the Dark Sea Hunter use it as a starting point for further exploration.
Otherwise, no matter how much the Dark Sea Hunter harvested, he wouldn't be able to retrieve it.
Thinking of this, Rogel felt a bit depressed.
This back-and-forth would waste quite a bit of time.
But there was no other better way, so he had to do it like this for now.
...
"Purple Iron Ore, Black Coral, Undersea Mud, Pearl Lamp…"
"There are lots of things, but they're just materials with not much use."
"Whatever, just pick some to take back and store them in the wooden box."
At night, Rogel sailed his small boat to the spot where the Dark Sea Hunter had placed things and brought back the day's haul.
The Harmony Sea Area is indeed a newbie village, with very few resources.
The Dark Sea Hunter didn't just find some sunken treasure as soon as it went out.
However, Rogel's purpose for sending the Dark Sea Hunter out wasn't just to find things.
Preying on and devouring to enhance its power was one of the aims too.
The Dark Sea Hunter had plenty to eat today as well.
However, it seems that after its metamorphosis strengthened it, its appetite increased too.
Despite eating along the way, it was only 80% full, not even enough to put it to sleep.
So Rogel, besides gaining, brought a big bag of raw meat for the Dark Sea Hunter.
Only then did it mere manage to satisfy the Dark Sea Hunter's need for sleep.
The Dark Sea Hunter knocked out a hole in the cliff wall in the deep sea, swam in, curled up into a ball, and began to sleep.
After finishing the day's business, Rogel controlled his character to return to the little wooden house, preparing to log out for food and rest.
However, just as he was about to log out, he suddenly paused.
An idea flashed in his mind.
Ordering takeout or going out to eat is less cost-effective, and cooking myself takes time.
Why not just buy some stuff in the tavern in town, manifest it, and eat it?
Besides, I haven't even tried the food in this game yet!
Rogel regretfully slapped his forehead.
Dammit, how did I forget about this?
So, the pixelated little man who had just climbed into bed suddenly got up and walked out the door, heading towards town.
[Oh, it's Rogel, good evening!]
[Are you planning to have a drink?]
At dusk on Sea Serpent Island, the islanders don't rest early, instead opting to stroll leisurely after dinner or sit on deck chairs chatting with neighbors and friends.
When they saw Rogel, they greeted him warmly, not regarding him as an outsider.
There were even children expressing admiration for Rogel.
Rogel responded to each one.
Not long after, he walked into the tavern.
This was a newly opened tavern.
[Boss lady, could I see the menu, please?]
Rogel sat at the counter.
A robust auntie saw this, her eyes lit up, and she walked over with a menu—it was the boss of this new tavern.
[Yo, it's Rogel, how's your shipbuilding coming along?]
After handing the menu to Rogel, the boss generously brought over a large mug of chilled beer, curious.[/p>
Rogel was surprised at her words.
How does it seem like everyone on the island knows I'm learning shipbuilding with Felik?
[It's going okay, should be done in a few days, and then I'll need some supplies and drinks from you.]
The boss lady laughed heartily at his words.
[I'll definitely give you a discount when the time comes, but you leaving is a great loss for our Sea Serpent Island, our great hero.]
Rogel chuckled.
[I'd like an order of stewed lamb with potatoes, a grilled beef steak, and a herb-grilled fish.]
Rogel handed the menu to the boss lady.
Taking the menu, she handed it to the service boy next to her.
[These items won't be counted on today's bill.]
[Tonight, everyone's on the house!]
[Let's raise a toast to our great hero Rogel of Sea Serpent Island, may he have clear sails and be blessed by the Sea God!]
[Sea Serpent Island will always welcome Rogel anytime!]
The boss lady raised her mug of beer and shouted loudly.
The nearby guests, seeing this, also stood excitedly, looking towards Rogel.
Upon seeing this, Rogel couldn't help but smile sincerely.
[Thank you, everyone.]
Then he stood up, raised his large beer mug high, and downed it in one go.
[Rogel! Rogel! Rogel!]
Seeing Rogel's boldness, the tavern guests chanted his name excitedly.
Even being saved by Rogel, the residents of Sea Serpent Island did not express their gratitude superficially.
They kept it in their hearts at all times.
Rogel will also remember this small island named Sea Serpent Island.
Whether it's Old Nelson, Felik, Chad, or the boss lady, they are all part of the colorful, warm scenery on his sailing journey...
...
"Mmm~"
"This stewed lamb with potatoes is really good, tender but not greasy, flavorful!"
"This grilled beef steak is also excellent, truly delicious."
"This herb-grilled fish is absurdly good, why is this unique aroma so strong?"
"Burp..."
Satisfied, Rogel burped, praising in his heart while eating.
He manifested half of the food from the game, accompanied by a can of chilled beer.
As a foodie, he's very sensitive to the taste of food.
But these three dishes almost each refresh his taste buds and understanding.
The food in this Mysterious Sea truly has a unique flavor!
I've decided! From now on, on every voyage, I'll taste all the delicacies at each place!
Rogel thought to himself with determination.