Marquis' Express Butler

As I thought deeply, I naturally encountered one problem. It's about my equipment.

“Even if I can use Mana, I don't think a sword is enough." ”

I naturally wondered what happened when I robbed the Alcaine Merchant Guild Storage.

At that time, I didn't even know that Calmond was coming up behind me. And if I hadn't been on the adventure of dragging Mana around, I would have been the one to be beaten.

Of course I'm different from then.

I've been practicing powerful physical skills, and since I'm a beginner there, I've been able to move my sword as much as I want.

I was even able to learn how to give things Mana, so I was much better at fighting than I was then.

“But the river lake is vast and the silver one is numerous. I don't know what's gonna happen. ”

The problem was that they were both.

What they have in common is a short-range attack. I have tasted the selfishness of civilization in modern societies and know how effective long-range attacks are.

It was also my personal disposition. When I was a kid, I used to play MMORPG, always as a long distance dealer character. He is the type who enjoys hitting from afar.

I was a veteran in the army there, so I thought I'd try a similar weapon.

“Bows and crossbows are practically impossible. It's heavy and doesn't reload that fast. But I don't think there will be firearms in this world...... even if it is large and uncomfortable. ”

I had a chance to take a look around the castle for a while, and the soldiers were all carrying spears and bows. I don't see any weapons like cannons or muskets.

“I wish I had a gun. ”

Realistically the best weapon I could think of. Even if you were to use your primary weapon as a sword, you wouldn't have lost your touch if you had a pistol as a secondary weapon.

Let me put it simply: Why is a handgun the secondary weapon of so many FPS games? It's because it's easy to carry and destructive.

It's so cool to have one finger to put a man out of combat.

All right, I've made my decision.

Let's make a gun. A portable, moderately destructive one.

Ordinary people will ask you how to make it, but I'm different. The great inventions so far often required a posture to challenge the impossible.

I mean, you need to jump in with the idea that you can do it.

I closed my eyes and remembered the old days.

Although I don't remember well, my head cleared up and my memory improved after gaining the mysterious power of 'Mana’. So most of my past life's memories can be rewarded.

When I was a bachelor, I accidentally took relevant classes, and I was interested in designing firearms at the time.

I got that memory.

“Gunpowder will be precious, and it will take too long to replicate. We have to supply parts, but it's not possible. ”

The Day of the Secret Plan was only a few days away. I had to maximize efficiency in that situation.

I sat quietly, thinking.

When you get caught up in a problem, it helps to focus on the nature of the problem. It is to go back to the beginning and look at the big picture.

A gun, simply put, is a tool that shoots bullets at distant objects.

So let's concentrate on the essence.

Empowering bullets to reach distant objects. What other matter moves the bullet than gunpowder?

And the answer was surprisingly easy.

“Yes! It was there, wasn't it? ”

At first it was just a flashing hunch, but now it's converging on a clear plan. In a very short time.

Why don't we use Mana instead of gunpowder?

Mana can exert tremendous power depending on her use. Using Mana is the best way to replace the gunpowder that exerts momentum.

Besides, I knew how to inject Mana into things. With a little engineering technique in place, we should be able to make something similar to a gun.

“I can't believe I'm going to have to deal with the magical engineering I've seen in fantasy novels. ”

It was a strange experience.

Meanwhile, I began to crave knowledge. I immediately prepared something to write with. The handwriting tools were luxurious for apprentices.

Luckily, I was able to go to Rosetta and get the stationery from Chef Ramsay.

I got plenty of paper. Saying he uses it for important matters, he has plenty of paper for you to use.

Thank you so much.

“Let's think about how to drive first. ”

I wetted the pen into the ink and drew various ideas on the paper. The firing mechanism of bullets, a simple way to load and separate magazines. Parts required to reload after launch, etc.

As I bended it as I thought, it was quick to fill up with spacious paper.

“Okay. Here's what we're going to do. ”

While reviewing the idea, I nodded. Apparently, I was able to reduce a lot of unnecessary parts because of the way I don't use gunpowder.

So I spent an entire day creating a drawing of a handgun that could be called a prototype.

“It's pretty fun. ”

I checked the blueprints again with a smile on my face.

It was a small pistol, about a quarter mile long. I could fit a magazine so I could fire 8-10 rounds in a row at a time. Assuming it works as expected.

At first, you think about a weapon that can shock the target without killing them like a Taser gun.

But that was postponed later. You need to turn Mana into electricity, because you haven't learned it yet.

In fact, at that level, you would have just used magic.

Now I have to be satisfied with blowing bullets with Mana's explosive power. Behind the trigger was a switch to control the amount of Mana.

Depending on the opponent, it was necessary to change the fire intensity.

This can be adjusted according to how much Mana I spill, but I simply solved it by planting a resistance as I was too lazy to shoot each day.

Lastly, the bullet is just a small lump of iron. Shocking and damaging like a rail gun. If you don't get hit by a bad place, you won't have much to do with your life.

Of course, as it is a prototype, we don't know what the outcome will be. Once the goods are out, we'll have to experiment.

“So how do we make this? ”

There is no factory here. The blacksmiths were making all the tools. People like Smith with his face just now.

I felt compelled to ask him.

The handgun was recognized by Smith & Wesson. My first prototype of a pistol seemed pretty meaningful if it was made from the same name.

That's how I found Smith.

“What else have you come to ask me? ”

“How did you know? ”

“People come to see me with work all the time. Except for that chatterbox Lohan. ”

Smith wipes off his rainy sweat and pauses to put down the hammer. He glanced at me, taking off the gloves from his hands.

“Did your sword ever break? ”

“No, I just wanted to ask you to make something. ”

“Crafting?”

I gave him the plans. Smith was surprised to learn that it was a drawing.

“Whose errand is this? ”

I had to think so. The drawings were fairly professional and accurate.

“My personal request. I have tools to use, but Mr. Smith is the only craftsman I know. ”

I purposely called him ‘craftsman’ instead of 'blacksmith’. That's why his mouth went up. I'll pay you back a thousand in one word.

“How long will it take? ”

“I think I'll be able to make it in about this size... Two days? But what is this stuff? I've never seen anything like it. ”

“I'll show it to you in return when it's done. ”

“Great! It's my free time, so let's do it. Combine the ingredients and the Labour to give me about 30 Silver. ”

Thirty silver. I have no idea how much money. Because I don't have any money.

“Do you think trauma is difficult? ”

“Haha, you're entrusting items to Mr. Smith in trauma? ”

“Please, I'll make it up to you. Above all, if you look at the finished product, Mr. Smith will also be very helpful. It's more than I thought. ”

“Hmm……. ”

Smith sighed, looking at me with suspicious eyes.

“Fine. I'll do it. If we don't get paid, we'll just have to take care of Lohan. ”

“Thank you very much. ”

“But first, could you remind me a little bit about what this is? I can't stand curiosity. ”

It's not that hard. I threw a word at his ear to tempt him.

“A new weapon. ”

* * *

Two days later, a late night Smith came to see me. In his hands was a rustic wooden box.

“It's done. Check it out. ”

I opened a wooden chest. A neatly polished pistol is revealed. On one side is a small piece of metal that can be used as ammunition and ammunition.

You look better in real life than I thought.

Too bad I didn't have time to put the ornament in. But it doesn't matter if you use it to improve it later.

I pulled the pistol out of the box. The barrel was cold, but the handle was leather-finished, so there was no big problem catching it.

“So, what kind of weapon is that? ”

“Check it out for yourself. ”

I told him with a loaded magazine.

A moment later, I and Smith make my way to the forge warehouse behind the mansion. You say you like a place without people, and he guides you.

As I looked around, I placed the rolling piece of wood in one place and took about ten steps back.

“This is a very attractive weapon that can strike enemies from afar. It's a little weak. ”

“How are you going to hit with this? ”

“Watch this. ”

Huff.

I reloaded and held my pistol in both hands. I tried to shoot him with one foamy hand, but I didn't know how much of a reaction I would get, so I left safely.

I focused on the gaze, fixed it on the piece of wood that looks over there, and held my breath. Then I moved my thumb and hit the 'Medium' button.

Finally, you raise Mana, put her in the pistol, and pull the trigger.

Thung!

You hear a heavy shock and a gunshot. He's more reactionary than I thought.

“Oh, my God! ”

At the same time, Smith gives off a resilience.

In conclusion, the prototype was successful. The bullet pierces through the piece of wood marked by the target and hits the wall.

I felt thrilled.

But it's not over yet.

I hit the target again and pulled the trigger in succession.

Thung, thung, thung! Tung Tung Tung!

I ran out of ammo and turned the piece of wood into a mop. I took a look at the wall where the pieces of wood and the bullet hit and measured the amount of impact.

Even though it's a bit more powerful than I thought, I don't think people will die this far.

“How did you come up with this? I... I can't believe it. ”

Smith was in a panic. You never would have guessed this little weapon would unleash such power. I briefly explained the principle of handguns. Except, of course, you have to use Mana.

“A special ingredient is required to use. But for now, we'll let you know more when we get a chance. ”

“Sure! Hahahaha! I'm really curious about this. I didn't think you had this ability.... ”

“Anyway, you need to keep this a secret. ”

“Fine. I promise. ”

He is also a trustworthy man. It doesn't matter if it is known. As long as it's not Mana, it's just a toy.

With a happy smile, I filled the magazine with ammunition to try firing again.

Heave-ho!

Thung, thung, thung!