Dark Portal In April 21, the breath of spring has come to an end. The gradually getting hotter weather heralds the arrival of summer. However, in the mainland Northern Frontier, the latitude here determines that it will not be too hot., In fact, from the thick armor and leather jackets worn by the knights patrolling the West Darrowmere war zone, it can be seen that the power of the late spring cold is still raging in this land that has become Desolation.
Ever since Master Ashbringer appeared at the end of last year, leading Holy Light Monastery and some Silver Hand knights, and bravely recaptured one-third of the West Darrowmere area, this place that was supposed to be a dead land has gradually gained popularity.
But don't expect those frightened farmers to come back. Those who can survive in this place where Undead and human forces intersect are brave guys, such as those with swords or Mercenary who carry Firearm on their backs, such as those bold businessmen equipped with many guards, such as those freedom knights who are not afraid of death, and some calm Eastern Kingdoms South, the down-and-out mice, also joined the "gold digging" team of these guys who are not afraid of death.
It is said to be "gold mining", but in fact it means earning some hard-earned money in the place where Undead is raging.
Starting from the second half of last year, Stratholme Regiment, a subsidiary of Order of the Silver Hand, established a unique "Mercenary Hut" next to Eastweald's Thondroril River. They gathered a large number of Mercenary wandering around the world, offered a reward of 1 silver coin for each Undead, provided them with weapons, and hired them to hunt Undead.
Where have these guys who generally live below the poverty line seen such a "business"? They are not fools. The Mercenarys who have no background and no support are afraid of being used as cannon fodder by these knights in the past, so most of them are waiting and watching.
But a group of defecting masons who could not survive in Westfall were forced to take risks by hunger. After attacking a patrol of Undead, they took twenty Undead skulls to the shore of the Thondroril River. As a result, those strange High Elf knights threw 20 silver coins at them without even looking at them, and since they were the first Mercenary to accept the hunting mission, Stratholme Regiment also equipped them with enough additional weapons and even some bad horses.
Mercenary are all more cunning than rats. Seeing others getting rich, how can you fall behind?
So in less than a month, Stratholme Regiment's warehouse was filled with all kinds of Magical Materials taken from Undead. As long as these things can be sent to Dalaran and Quel'Thalas, which are waiting to be used, the knights can get double the reward if they change hands.
Everyone is very satisfied with the entire West Darrowmere plus Tirisfal and Silverpine Forest, and the Gilneas people have been crazy recently and have been fighting with the Undead people in Silverpine Forest South. There are at least nearly a million Undead in this place. The Ghostlands that has been completely Undead and hundreds of thousands of Undead are wandering around, which is enough to support the vigorous development of this "special" industry for Thirty years, or even longer.
So soon, Silver Hand's frontline knights discovered a strange sight: a bunch of guys in weird and shabby clothes, holding various weapons, always sneaking behind the knights who were patrolling or fighting. Waiting for Undead to be dispersed by the knights, these guys swarmed up to fight for the lone Undead and the skeletons, and even broke out more than a dozen large fights for this reason.
This scene was quickly replaced by Commander in West Darrowmere War Zone Tirion Fordring discovered that Tirion Fordring is worthy of being a outstanding person of his generation. In February 2021, Dark Portal made Silver Hand "official" The "Mercenary Hall" that belongs to Chillwind Camp is also booming, and then it has triggered the entire Eastern Kingdoms and Mercenary circles.
Now who doesn't know that going to Northern Frontier to fight Undead is a good way to make money. Arthas was summoned by Archimonde to Mount Hyjal. The Undead who stayed here did not have enough commanders, so most of them were stupid. Facing the various Mercenarys,
As long as the number is not too large, they generally cannot escape. As long as the fear of Undead is overcome, these natural enemies of Living Being will become cash cows for Mercenary.
Tirion Fordring, who had been worried about the source of troops, was aroused by Stratholme Regiment. Soon, the Mercenarys who were awarded the title of "Silver Hand" Auxiliary Hunter flourished in West Darrowmere. This kind of officially authorized organization soon put Stratholme Regiment's "business" was in disarray. The current person in charge of Stratholme, the daughter of General Abbendis and the loyal comrade of "Fire of Justice", Miss Brigitte, out of anger, simply canceled the "Mercenary Hut" next to the Thondroril River.
The two forces seemed to have acquiesced in dividing the area. Stratholme Regiment began to focus on Ghostlands's "business". With the permission of Quel'Thalas's new Sun King, the adventurers who came here also Gradually, there were more and more people, especially those who were lucky, who could often get rewards with magic items from High Elf. For a time, the Mercenary people in the east and west were vaguely divided into two groups, and they were fighting each other endlessly.
Eastweald Paladin Holy Land, Light's Hope Chapel, as mentioned before, this is actually a small town, and the largest number of people living in it are Acolytes 0 who trusts Holy Light s, but after Silver Hand's "Mercenary Hall" became popular, this small town of Tranquility couldn't help but be tainted with a bit of hustle and bustle.
Many Mercenary who have made "outstanding" contributions to Order of Knights are also allowed to enter here. You can't expect the rough and poor Mercenary to have good etiquette and morals. In fact, even if these pioneers make some money, they are jumping on the edge of a knife. They would spend the money as quickly as possible, so even Holy Land like Light's Hope Chapel, under the demand of customers, two or three taverns funded by Order of Knights appeared in the town openly.
And soon, this place became one of the gathering places for Mercenary people who came to Northern Frontier to "make a fortune". Of course, due to the special nature of the town, those who can gather here are considered "Bigwigs" in Mercenary.
In "Sacred Sword Tavern", the warm fireplace is burning brightly. Mercenary people are coming and going, calling loudly to their friends, or sitting in the corner and whispering something. The bankrupt nobleman from Kingdom of Stormwind and Mercenary, Ironforge's Dwarves, and even last year's "Trogg Disaster", Gnomes who lost his home, rare Goblin businessmen, and some weird people who are all covered in black robes.
In short, in this small tavern, all kinds of living things are clearly displayed. I don't know where the tavern owner found the second-rate Bard people, who are singing the popular "Demon-Slaying" Hymn" is said to have come from the mysterious Elf traveler. Originally, these Elf gadgets were only liked by nobles in Human World, but this time "Demon-Slaying Hymn" is somewhat unique.
Because in this ballad describing Battle of Mount Hyjal, there is a shadow of a human being for the first time. Legendary disappeared for half a year after Eastern Kingdoms disappeared and found traces. Paladin "Fire of Justice", First Expeditionary Force soldiers with Courage, shined in Demon-Slaying War. It is said that those Champion who survived were praised by the mysterious Elf.
Some people say that the generous Elfs have opened the treasury that has been stored for thousands of years, allowing the Champions to claim it.
Some people also say that Elf girls are marrying veterans of many battles one after another, and some people are more serious about it, saying that "Fire of Justice" has become a great noble in the Elf kingdom, and there are also many "Elf nobles" in First Expeditionary Force!
But one thing is for sure, that is, First Expeditionary Force got the human kingdom of Kalimdor, Lordaeron As a reward for the Theramore kingdom established by Crown Princess, the Southshore sailors went crazy, saying that hundreds of Warriors had received titles and lands that Mercenarys could not even imagine, and suddenly became noble nobles.
In short, this Burning Legion, which was unknown before departure, has become a typical representative of "Mercenary Dream" after half a year.
But there are also many people who don't believe these rumors. For example, right now, in Sacred Sword Tavern, there is a rough man who is eating barbecue and foaming at the mouth.
"Stop listening to the nonsense of those sailors! Just Stratholme those scum, I guess Demon's legs are weak after seeing them! Hahaha!"
"Big-Mouth Berryman! Last week you teased Priest at Stratholme and got beaten with a dozen military sticks. Now you are talking nonsense again! Be careful, the knights will catch you in the dark cell!"
The familiar Mercenary people laughed loudly at the big man, but he didn't take it seriously. Instead, he proudly opened his clothes and exposed the silver-white "dog tag" to others intentionally or unintentionally.
"I am now also the captain of Master Paladin Rising Star, Renault's Hunter Squad. According to me, that bullshit "Fire of Justice" can't compare to Master Renault's wisdom and martial prowess.! Hehe, you probably don't know yet, Master Renault is the eldest son of the famous "Ashbringer", so he will definitely inherit the title in the future. You guys can just continue to hang around in the mud, I might be able to become a knight in the future!"
"Tsk tsk, brother Berryman is so lucky! He actually fell into Mograine family's lap! It seems that he will have to rely more on his care in the future!"
The Mercenarys who were holding their own identities next to them saw the dog tag, and immediately stepped forward enthusiastically to clink glasses with the big man. Although the Mercenarys could not participate in real high-level affairs, the guys who can sit here are all thoughtful people. Who doesn't know that since "Fire of Justice" took Stratholme Regiment away from Kalimdor. After the strong rise of Ashbringer, Mograine and Commander took power inside Silver Hand.
And they can also fight. After recovering one-third of West Darrowmere, Mograine family has become the largest wealthy family in the currently chaotic Northern Frontier. There are even rumors that Ashbringer may have plans to found a nation.
So if you meet a Mercenary who is hooking up with a noble person, it's better to offer money to please him or to make him look familiar!
But just when the big man Pride stood out from the crowd and continued to show off the wisdom and prowess of "Master Renault", a tall figure sitting on the bar stood up and strode towards Berryman who was talking nonsense. Mercenary who blocked the way were pushed away by him.
The Mercenary who was pushed away was not a good person, but just when he was about to fight back, he saw the Insignia at the corner of the Bearhide cloak that the figure was wearing and the Blood-Red Greatsword he was carrying behind his back. He was stunned by Ale. The guy suddenly became excited, especially when he saw several guys dressed similarly standing up in other parts of the pub. These Mercenary immediately sat back on their chairs like good babies, looking like they were watching a good show.
"Oops!"
Big-Mouth Berryman was about to hit another wave of "Fire of Justice" when the sharp, murderous Greatsword was placed on his neck. The terrifying aura that was about to cut off his neck at the next moment made Berryman freeze in place immediately, not daring to move.
But this action of drawing the sword angered other Mercenary, and even the owner of the tavern. Once a vicious accident involving armed injury occurred in a tavern, it would be difficult to open it in a peaceful place like Light's Hope Chapel.
But just when the Mercenarys were getting angry and were about to teach this ungrateful guy a lesson, several other figures in large cloaks holding strange weapons stood in front of everyone. The tavern owner who came out of the back kitchen cursing, when he saw the figure holding Greatsword, stood there obediently and did not dare to step forward.
Now, all Mercenary know that big trouble is coming! The person who can make Sacred Sword Tavern, a veteran boss with a huge background, fear him, is definitely not simple!
"Darion...Darion Master, you are back!"
"Well, as soon as I came back I heard someone slandering Stratholme Regiment... Oh, no, now we have a new name, Argent Dawn!"
Darion reached out and took off the hood on his head. His delicate face had been tempered with incomparable perseverance in the battle against Demon. A terrible scar penetrated his left eye without damaging the eyeball. However, Mercenary who was swept by this eagle-like eye could not help but take a step back.
How terrible!
These Mercenarys who have fought with Undead most often, have never seen such murderous and extremely aggressive eyes. Even a veteran can easily suppress them, let alone Darion who has hundreds of Demon lives under his command.
"Maybe someone can dismiss Argent Dawn's achievements, but it's definitely not you!"
Darion took back Blade of Wrath, stretched out the gauntlet wrapped in steel and cast by Dragon Bone from under the cloak, and dragged Big-Mouth Berryman out of the chair, who was dripping with cold sweat, and gave him a disgusted look.
"Brother, what you did is so outrageous. It's really disappointing that such a scumbag has to be recruited into Mograine's team! Now I am the senior member of Silver Hand, The identities of Argent Dawn's second knight detachment captain, Baron of Theramore, and Mograine's second son, announce that you have been cleared! Berryman, go back to your mud pit!"
The knight standing next to Darion reached out and pulled off Berryman's dog tag. Darion threw it away, and the big man's body was thrown out.
"Also, watch your mouth! Otherwise you won't be able to use it!"
A new volume has begun. Please support me, brothers.