Alger continued, "The White Cane's negative effect is that it makes you very prone to anger, and under the influence of that anger, you may make some less-than-rational choices. However, as long as you make an effort to restrain yourself, you can basically avoid the negative effect."
Hobart guessed that the cane's Extraordinary Characteristics probably came from the Sailor pathway's Sequence 8, Folk of Rage. The cane's ability was something Hobart wanted, but he was still dissatisfied with its negative effect.
After all, in many situations, an irrational choice could very well be fatal.
Seeing that Emperor was still dissatisfied, Alger spoke for the third time. "The third option is a Silver Ring. Once you wear it, you'll become an expert in combat.
"The negative effect is that the wearer becomes excessively cautious, perhaps even seeming somewhat paranoid. This negative effect can be avoided by disregarding the cautious thoughts triggered by the ring, but it takes some time to distinguish between genuine caution and caution caused by the ring."
Hobart pinched the bridge of his nose. To him, the negative effects of all three Extraordinary Items were a little too severe. This also showed that the "wild Artisan" cooperating with Hanged Man was rather mediocre.
Hobart had come to this conclusion only after seeing the negative effect of the Spirit Medium Necklace. To other Beyonders, these negative effects were acceptable. After all, gaining a new ability always came at a price.
After considering it repeatedly, Hobart finally said, "I choose the ring. Caution is better than anger."
Alger nodded. "All right. How should I get it to you?"
Klein had yet to establish The Fool Express, but Hobart had long thought of a solution. "You can mail it to 388 Queen's Avenue, Backlund. Write 'Private' as the recipient."
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