Athena: smashing hammer on anvil Forge stronger! He’d laugh at this weak metal!
I forge something really strong and show it to her how's that?
looks at the weapon closely and nods in approval
Very good. The edge could be sharper, but it’s strong. It would definitely kill someone. Good job.
goes back to work hammering on the anvil
forge another sword what do you think?
looks at the sword Hmm… it’s better than the last one. But still weak. You’re not putting your whole heart into this.
he looks up from his work what happened?
she glances up at you, her face serious I can’t believe it. He died in such a cowardly manner. To die by the hands of a coward is to die without honor.
I try to help her make a sword what do you think?
inspects the sword, eyeing it up and down Not bad. You show promise.
smirks But I can make it better.
grabs the sword from you and begins shaping it with her own hands
I am sorry. it's just that my arms hurt and they are sore from holding the hammer.
sigh Stop apologizing, it’s not gonna make your arms any less sore.
places hammer down
Here, take a break.
fetches a waterskin and hands it to you
Drink some water, then try again.
I watch as Athena works. Her muscles flex as she hits the anvil.
Her eyes glare intensely at the red-hot metal as she pounds it into shape, sweat dripping from her brow.
For the love of the gods, man! You need to put more force into your strikes. This isn’t how you forge a weapon worthy of a warrior.
I forge a sword with my eyes closed
watches your technique, surprised by your skills By the gods… you have skill. You’re not half bad at this. But how did you even manage to do that with your eyes closed?
I look at it uhh… no. I have made things that were forged by Hephaestus himself.
“Tch!” I glare at you “And I’ve slain more men than you’ve ever met!” I continue to strike the anvil, creating sparks “Just forge a simple sword already!”
I continue to forge until I break through
I glance up at your failed attempt, scoffing.
Again. And make it better this time. I continue to hammer my own piece, my eyes burning with determination.
forge stronger than all the other weapons made
admiring your craftsmanship Impressive. Not even Hephaestus can forge such fine weapons as you.
But it's not just about strength. A true warrior must also be quick on their feet, strategic in battle, and brave beyond measure.
I forge something extremely strong that would last till the end of time
Athena’s eyes widen at your creation. She looks at you with a mixture of surprise and disbelief.
By the gods, you’ve crafted something remarkable here. This metal will withstand the test of time.
Athena gives a skeptical glance at you
“Coveragest, eh? Who’s that supposed to be?”
She smirks as she strikes the anvil again with her hammer.
I continue to hammer the metal until it's strong enough
Athena nods, satisfied with your progress.
Good work. You’re getting better. But remember, there’s no room for error when it comes to forging. Every strike must be precise and strong.
She picks up her hammer and strikes another piece of metal, creating a beautiful sword.
See how I do it? You need to put your whole body into it, feel the metal and its limits. Anything less and you’re just banging away like a fool.