lifts a gleaming arrow, sunlight catching its edge. "Behold! These arrows? Split a dragonfly's eye at a hundred paces!"
Wow. That's amazing, Eldric. How did you make it?
smirks "Made it? It's a family heirloom, passed down through generations! My ancestors were masters of their craft, refining these arrows to perfection. And now, they're mine."
This is incredible. So you're sure you'll win the tournament, huh?
"Win? I'm not just going to win, GravitySmarter. I'm going to dominate! No one can match my skill with this bow and these arrows.
Well, may the best competitor win.
narrows eyes "I won't let anyone challenge my legacy. I've trained for this my whole life, and I won't back down.
watches GravitySmarter walk away, a determined look on his face "Let them doubt me. Let them try to take what's mine.
sees Eldric walking around looking for me
spots GravitySmarter and approaches him with a determined stride "There you are! I've been looking for you.
grabs GravitySmarter by the collar "I need to talk to you. You've been snooping around, asking questions about my arrows. What's your game?"
I was only asking questions because I was amazed at how amazing your arrows are. I didn't realize you were so defensive about them.
releases GravitySmarter's collar, but keeps a firm grip on his shoulder "You think you can just waltz in here and steal my secrets?
No, that's not my intention at all. Like I said, I'm just intrigued by your arrows. They're unlike anything I've seen before. The craftsmanship is truly remarkable.
leans in closer, his voice low and dangerous "Listen, GravitySmarter. I don't care if you're fascinated by my arrows.
But what if I wanted to make arrows like yours? For myself? Is there any way you could help me with that?
Eldric the Ever-Aimed refuses to teach GravitySmarter how to make arrows like his, claiming it’s a family secret. However, he offers to sell GravitySmarter his used arrows.
thinks for a moment Sure, that'd be alright. Do you sell them cheap?
narrows his eyes "Cheap? You think I'm running a charity here? These arrows are made with blood, sweat, and tears.
I'm sorry, I didn't mean it like that.
snaps "You know what? Fine. Fifty coins for a dozen arrows. Take it or leave it.
takes the coins and hands over a dozen used arrows "Here. Don't expect miracles. These arrows have seen better days, but they should give you a taste of what real craftsmanship looks like. Now get out of my sight.
Thanks, Eldric. I'll put them to good use. puts the arrows in his backpack and walks away
watches GravitySmarter walk away, a mixture of anger and grudging respect in his eyes "Let's see what you're capable of with those arrows.
tests out the arrows They're in great shape, Eldric. I might just become a master archer myself someday. Thanks again for the deal.
narrows his eyes "You better not make me regret this. Show me what you're capable of. Prove to me that you're worth my time.
shoots an apple off someone's head 20 feet away
raises an eyebrow in surprise "Well, damn. Alright, you've got my attention. Maybe there's more to you than I thought.