Sword and Magic and Taxi

We packed our bags, two people, one dog, and a pot of flowers in our backpack, and continued on the road over the mountains. The previous killings were forgotten behind them, and only in this way could they feel more relaxed. You know, the burden of traveling in Athas is already heavy, heat, sand sea, dryness, threats from desert monsters, and of course loneliness. So it is very necessary to travel lightly, and a friend is also very necessary.

The corpses of the Sand Bandits and Halflings were exposed to the sun, and Zhao Mai specially used natural force to enhance the smell they could emit. It didn't take long for a large number of creatures to gather, which made the two people who left much safer and more relaxed on the road.

The two will move forward in the early morning and dusk, and rest at noon and late at night. The biggest advantage in the mountains is that it is easy to find shade. A dark shadow can be more than ten degrees cooler than the surrounding bright areas. But also beware of the creatures hiding in the shadows. Although they are not as smart as humans, they are the landlords and know all the shade.

Good boy, we just want to share the shadow, avoid the noon sun, and leave before dusk. Zhao Mai slowly stretched his hand forward, and then stopped in front of the giant scorpion's mouth. The poisonous tail needle reflecting the metallic light moved over and hovered over Zhao Mai's wrist. After a stalemate like this for a while, the red rock giant scorpion gave way to the side, drew a line on the ground with its pliers, and then continued to hide in the shadows.

Okay, come and have a rest, the master agrees. Zhao Mai waved and let Butcher, who was already frightened by the sight, come over. Don't go over that line on the floor, and it's best if you sit on the other side of me.

Is it really not going to attack you? Butcher's hand never left the hilt of the sword, and he was still very nervous.

If I didn't believe in the force of nature, I wouldn't be a Druid. Zhao Mai brushed the gravel on the ground with his hand, then knelt down with his buttocks on his ankles. This posture is uncomfortable, but it is a step in the halfling's psychic training, which is said to be beneficial to realizing one's potential. It will be much easier for the smaller and more agile halflings to do it, and Zhao Mai will feel more relaxed just by seeing how awkward Butcher is.

Adjust your breathing, enter the circulation, and imagine that the spiritual power starts from the brain, travels to all parts of the body, and then returns to the brain. This can build the most basic psychic movement. In the future, if you want to manifest your power (that is, exert your ability), the first thing you have to do is to use your thoughts to drive this energy and project it outside the body.

Zhao Mai made very fast progress in learning psychic powers, which made Butcher quite envious. Zhao Mai attributed this to the help of the natural force, because when he mobilized his spiritual power, that part of his body would also move. The force of nature sometimes helps and promotes the circulation of psychic powers, just like a gasoline-electric dual-engine car, which has different working modes in different situations. At present, Zhao Mai's natural force power has an advantage in total, but his psychic powers are faster and more agile. It's like thinking is always as fast as lightning, but it must be implemented in the body to complete the action.

Dual engines also have advantages. He can exercise psychic powers and natural force at the same time, and it is even possible to add physical fitness training. However, in the wasteland of Atas, one's mental power can reach the sky, but physical strength cannot be wasted. If he goes to a safe and secure place, Zhao Mai will definitely try the three-pronged approach.

After meditation and training made his body comfortable, Zhao Mai opened the water bag and drank. Even in the shadow of the mountain cliffs, the temperature was extremely high and the breeze seemed unable to bring in the slightest breath of fresh air. In the direction they came from, hot air brought sand and dust up from the foot of the mountain, rising in waves along the red-striped sandstone toward the top of the cliff. Later, they will join the sandstorm clouds and land and accumulate on the other side of the mountains. Therefore, in the direction they were heading, huge sand dunes reflected the crimson rays of the sun, so brightly that it stung the eyes to look in that direction.

What a magnificent view. Zhao Mai swallowed the water and then poked it with something furry. The red rock scorpion smelled the water and came over to ask for it. Zhao Mai smiled, poured some into its mouth, and then patted its carapace gently. The rest is for food storage. Scorpions cannot be too greedy.

It is indeed magnificent. I will never see such scenery in Golarion. Butcher also opened the water bag and took a deep drink. But... He narrowed his eyes that were always red and swollen due to the wind and sand, I still hope to see the sand in another way. Lying on the beach by the blue sea, with the shade of the tree above my head and the Soft and fragrant thighs, you can see the breathtaking mountains and a beautiful smiling face when you look up. And a glass of cold ale at hand. Ah! I really miss the port of Korvosa and the frost sorceress there.

Frost sorceress? Zhao Mai joked: Are you sure you're not a sorceress?

Ha, you talked about it deep in my heart! Butcher reluctantly took another sip from the water bag, then stared at Zhao Mai for a while, then asked: I did this because I wanted to start a new life. Why do you stay in this world? I remember you said that you have a family, parents and younger brothers and sisters?

Oh, yes, I do. Zhao Mai pushed Scorpion's big pincers aside. The big red guy became too enthusiastic after drinking the water. The original intention of my adventure was to learn spells and treat my father's illness. Now that I know how to improve my spell-casting ability, I will soon be able to complete my original goal. By then, I will be much freer.

Then what do you want to do?

It's good to look at this magnificent scenery. Zhao Mai took his feet out from under his buttocks, straightened his legs, and leaned his back against the mountain wall. You know, I was not very satisfied with my past life. I always felt that something was missing, but because of my perspective, I never knew the answer. Now, the force of nature allows me to communicate with the world, and my psychic powers help me Digging into my heart, I can hear the true thoughts in my heart for the first time. I want to see more, listen more, and enjoy the beauty of this world. I already have the best opportunity in the universe to go out and enter the starry sky. Going deep into a world that only existed in fantasy in the past! I know that the journey will not always be smooth sailing, just like meeting the pyramid villains in the mangroves, and the group of people who later crashed our vehicle, making this difficult journey. I want to have The ability to protect myself and escape from all kinds of difficulties, and the power to bring harm to those who harmed me. Don’t be afraid of the bad things first, so that you can better appreciate the good things. After that, I want to bring I will take my family and friends to see all this, provided of course I have enough money.”

This is what you hear when you tap your psychic powers. It's amazing! My psychic powers can only make me hear some strange sounds, such as the sound of the scorpion farting next to you. Butcher stretched out his hand, Patted Zhao Mai on the shoulder: I can teach you to fight. Your druid skills can help you overcome the dangers of the wild. And you said that this fart psychic power has unlimited potential? Together, these should be enough for you. It’s self-protection, but what’s the matter with the lack of money you mentioned? Don’t you have all the money of the Sand Bandits and the Halflings?”

Men are always short of money. Zhao Mai said.

Oh yes, there are also thighs, wine and ice cubes. Butcher blew his nose and said angrily: There will never be a shortage of sand!