It was a common trap for survivors who relied on hunting for survival points.
Fighting was faster and more rewarding in the short term, but crafting provided independence in the long run.
A survivor who could make their own equipment didn't need to rely on vendors or the uncertain loot drops from monsters.
Reidar made a mental note to work on his professions once the current situation was over.
He didn't know if he'd be able to level up more, but without opportunities on the horizon, improving his crafting skills would be the natural next step for his survival.
He reached the town's eastern gate just as the sun went below the horizon. The guards were changing shifts, and their attention was on the change itself rather than the survivors passing through the gates.
