By the time Dick returned to the Storm Peaks, it was already the following afternoon. He had gained a great deal on this trip-not only the goodwill of the Runes Giant and the Elements Watcher, but their generous gifts as well.
Legend had it that Algalon and his brothers guarded secret treasures left by the Titans. Dick had thought it was merely a legend, but now it seemed there was more to it.
He had received three things: a pair of gloves, a pair of plate legguards, and a belt studded with blue gemstones.
They looked unremarkable, but only Dick understood what these three items meant.
Algalon's Fist, legendary gauntlets. Once activated, they increased the strength of the next strike by 30%.
Earth's Grasp, legendary legguards. As long as he stood on the ground, Dick could receive the earth's protection, reducing physical damage taken by 20%.
Vigor of the Thunder God, a legendary belt. According to legend, Aman'Thul, the Father of Gods, could wield thunder to destroy thousands of worlds. Thus, this belt named after him also granted its wearer greater affinity with the lightning element, increasing lightning spell damage by 30%.
These three gifts, which Algalon had offered as an apology for his earlier recklessness, would undoubtedly be artifacts in the hands of any melee fighter. Now Dick possessed all three at once, and he could not help feeling a little curious. Just how many more things like these were in the treasury Algalon guarded?
Of course, he merely entertained the thought. The Elements Watcher were his allies now, and he would not be so deranged as to attack them or steal from them. Besides, although this equipment was labeled legendary, it still fell somewhat short of true legendary weapons. The legendary status of these pieces came from their