"Rhodes, you can take this weapon to Ironforge and have King Magni Bronzebeard help you reforge it.
Alexandros and Fabius Bile are also there, so I can write you a letter of introduction." Uther said.
If anyone in the entire Alliance had the best forging skills, then King Magni Bronzebeard would say he was second, and no one would dare say they were first.
"Rhodes, you can take this sword to Dalaran and seek help from the High Elves.
This treasured sword was originally forged by the High Elves for humans. If it's just about inlaying holy light crystals, then the High Elves are more capable of completing this task." Jaina said.
Unlike Uther, Jaina offered another suggestion: while dwarven artisans are indeed stronger in forging techniques, this weapon doesn't need a complete reforge!
It only needs a holy light crystal inlaid on it, so there's no need to make it so complicated. Moreover, High Elves are better at magic rune carving and enchanting.
This made Rhodes hesitant. Would King Magni Bronzebeard be willing to help him reforge the weapon?
Even with Uther's letter of introduction, this matter was quite uncertain, especially since the Dwarf King would soon be forging the ashbringer.
It's estimated that he wouldn't have time to help reforge a weapon for a while, and traveling to Ironforge would conflict with his plans.
His goal was to visit King Terenas in the Capital City of Lordaeron, then go to the magical city of Dalaran, and after that, travel with Jaina Jaina to Kalimdor; he had to participate in the Battle of Mount Hyjal.
Therefore, having the High Elves help inlay a gem into Emperor Thoradin's sword was actually better. A good gem artisan would probably only need two or three days to complete the work.
What's more, this weapon was originally forged by the High Elves, so having them help inlay gems or even re-carve magic runes would be simpler.
Additionally, there are many priests who use Holy Light among the High Elves.
Coupled with Jaina's good relationship with the High Elf prince, as long as Jaina spoke, a certain prince would immediately come to help.
Rhodes had confidence in the High Elves' magical technology.
"Lord Uther, I think it's better to take this weapon to Dalaran and have the High Elves enchant it, engrave it, and then inlay the gem," Rhodes said.
"This is your decision, Rhodes. I respect your opinion. However, if that Titan Keeper were willing to help you reforge the weapon, that would actually be the best choice," Uther said.
After all, it's not a complete re-forging. Having the High Elves enchant, engrave, and then inlay the holy light crystal might be better.
However, in Uther's opinion, the forging skills of that Titan Keeper, who could forge such powerful metal creations, might be even better.
Rhodes heard this and showed a hint of helplessness. It would be fine if I really had a Titan Keeper behind me, but the problem is I don't.
The Blacksmith in the Necropolis could only purchase medical tents and couldn't do anything else; there wasn't even an undead Blacksmith inside.
"The Titan Keeper just casually mentioned that I should use this method to reforge the weapon, but he didn't promise to help. I think it's better to find a mortal race to reforge this weapon!
I won't trouble the great Guardian with this matter," Rhodes said tactfully.
"Hmm! Alright then! Get some rest early.
We still have four days' travel to the Capital City of Lordaeron. Along the way, we can also use Holy Light to purify the shadow on this sword, which will make it easier for you to inlay the gem later," Uther said.
Since it was to be reforged into a Holy Light weapon, the shadow power had to be removed. Perhaps converting this shadow power could improve the weapon's affinity with the Holy Light.
Rhodes nodded, agreeing with Uther's suggestion. The Emperor's sword had been stuck in Zakaz for over two thousand eight hundred years, indeed accumulating a lot of shadow power, which absolutely had to be removed.
Over the next few days of travel, the journey was mostly calm. During the day, everyone traveled, and at night, Uther and Rhodes would use magic scrolls to summon Holy Light Elemental together!
Then, they would have the Holy Light Elemental assist them in purifying Emperor Thoradin's weapon, completely transforming the shadow power on it into Holy Light.
The Emperor's weapon was not as stubborn as a shadow crystal. After purifying it every night, all the shadow power was removed by the third day. The 10 Holy Light Elemental summoned each night during this period helped immensely.
While purifying the Emperor's sword, Uther also continuously studied the magic scroll. He wanted to integrate this special Holy Light Spell, summoning Holy Light Elemental, into the Paladin's spell system.
If a Holy Light Elemental could assist in combat, it would be incredibly important for a Paladin, essentially like carrying a priest with them.
Rhodes stated that he couldn't help much with this and could only lend out the magic scroll temporarily for Uther to experiment with.
Actually, Jaina was also very covetous of this magic scroll. Fire Elemental help mages almost as much as Water Elementals, and their attack power is stronger.
But unfortunately, she wasn't a Fire mage. Never mind, let Lord Uther research it for now!
After reaching Dalaran, she would go find Kael'thas; he would surely be interested in this magic scroll that could summon Fire Elemental.
At noon on the fourth day, everyone finally arrived at the capital of the Kingdom of Lordaeron.
The Capital City of Lordaeron, this colossal city, the head of the seven human kingdoms, stood under the sunlight of Tirisfal Glades. The magnificent complex of white walls and golden roofs, bathed in the slightly cold air of early winter, still retained its glorious appearance.
Inside the towering city walls, streets were wide, people flowed like a river, shops lined the thoroughfares, and the air was filled with the scent of fresh bread and the smoky smell of a Blacksmith.
Rhodes looked at the splendid city before him with a sigh. This was currently the largest human city, its scale even surpassing Stormwind City.
But in a few months, this city would be completely overrun, and countless undead armies would use it as a starting point to conquer all of Lordaeron.
In the future, most of the outer districts here would be abandoned, with only the palace underground remaining, becoming the Undercity for the Forsaken.
Rhodes, riding a black steed summoned by the system, followed Uther and Jaina, passing through the massive city gate tunnel.
He curiously observed this majestic city he had only seen in games, experiencing the exotic atmosphere so different from Earth.
"Rhodes, the Capital City of Lordaeron is magnificent, isn't it?" Jaina's voice rang out beside him.
"It's certainly impressive; this city is truly grand." Rhodes nodded, his gaze sweeping over the medieval-style buildings.
"It's just... the atmosphere in the city seems a bit off?"