Encyclopedia of Feanor Continent

Goblins are undoubtedly a kind of hateful little thing. They are generally only more than one meter tall, have little strength, and their intelligence is only at the level of human children under the age of ten. It is not a big problem when they are alone. And the reproduction is very fast. As long as there is a pair of goblins wandering in the wilderness, it will become a large group after three years. The goblins who can't find food will watch around the village like a pack of wolves, waiting for opportunities to steal people's crops, livestock and even Children will also rob lonely travelers and caravans in groups.

Even in the most powerful era of magic, there is no way to solve the troubles caused by goblins once and for all, so it is best for travelers not to go out alone. Once you find the traces of goblins, you should notify the nearest garrison as soon as possible, because they are like cockroaches. When you can spot one or two, it's likely that there is a large herd in the nearby wilderness. -- "Feno Continental Encyclopedia · Humanoid Creatures"

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On the third day after falling into the Great Rift, after eating fish that was not fresh enough, they encountered several starback spiders.

Palos and Basil rushed up to kill the spider, and the disgusting slime flowed all over the floor. When they finished, Evandel tore off the dry moss on the cave wall as fuel, and twisted the spider's leg as thick as a stool. down, roasted for their food.

Although it was difficult to accept psychologically, the Templars still had to bite down with their eyes closed, because there was really no room for them to be critical in the current situation.

Although the environment is extremely difficult, Evandel can always find something to eat, sometimes it is mushrooms they don't know, sometimes it is fish in the underground river, sometimes it is a big beetle that lays eggs in the cracks of the rocks, Although the food was unbelievable or even difficult to swallow, and the quantity was not large, it at least ensured that the Templars could have basic physical strength to go on their way.

Where there is no groundwater, he will also use magic to freeze the metal armor pieces, and collect the condensed water droplets on the armor pieces to ensure basic drinking water.

Palos also realized once again that sometimes bravery and faith are not enough to solve all problems, but the knowledge of a mage is.

Kent was burning all the way, and as long as he woke up and couldn't see Avendell, he would wonder if the mage had left them and gone away.

Basil no longer wanted to pay attention to his nervous performance again and again, only Palos was still patiently telling him the comfort that had been repeated many times: "Mr. We are too far away, don't worry, he came back safely every time before, didn't he?"

But Kent still looked very disturbed: "No, you have to keep an eye on him, he may never come back at any time, and leave us here to die."

"Mr. Evandel is not such a person. Besides, he accepted our entrustment. If he leaves us, he will not get paid."

"No, you don't understand, we must never trust that mage." Kent touched the bag next to him again, took out the life ball inside and looked at it carefully, and put it back after confirming that it hadn't been dropped. "Don't hand over the artifact to him at any time and under any circumstances, even if he just wants to take a look, understand?"

Palos didn't understand why Kent came to the conclusion that "he must not be trusted" after being rescued by the mage several times, but he didn't need to be serious with a patient who was having a fever, so he followed Kent's meaning : "Okay, I promise."

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After all, Kent was a strong and strong Templar. Even though he was a little older, his physique was much better than the average person. Although he had been in a situation where he could not eat well, sleep well, and recover from his illness, his health gradually improved.

His left ankle was still swollen, and he couldn't walk long distances, but the fever finally subsided, and he became much more energetic. He was even in the mood to gossip with Palos when he was resting.

It was also Palos' night vigil on this day, Evandel and Basil were already asleep, and Kent, who had been carried on the back for another day, was not sleepy at all. He chatted softly with Palos about this mission: "Actually, this mission was originally I should not have brought you to participate, but I insisted on letting you come, I think this is a good opportunity for you to grow, and I believe that you are competent, you really did not let me down."

Palos didn't understand: "Why shouldn't you bring me here, what's wrong with me?"

"No, not at all. You are my best student and a well-deserved role model for the younger generation of Templars. No one can question this, but you have not yet experienced the test of faith."

"What test?" Palos knew every single test of the Templars, but hadn't heard of this one at all.

"This is not an official project, it doesn't even have an official name, but every Templar needs to go through this kind of test before they are really given important responsibilities. Before that, your training only taught you how to fight , How to use the power of the Holy Light, and how to understand the teachings of the God of Light, your world is very simple, black is black, white is white, you don’t need to worry too much, just swing your sword for justice. But if If a Templar wants to play a greater role, to stand alone or even become a commander who bears the burden of life and death for his subordinates, he needs to relearn the rules of this world."

"...can you explain in more detail?" Palos vaguely felt that this would not be a pleasant topic.

"I'll explain it to you, and now it's time to teach you this." Kent's expression looked serious, even heavy, "This world is actually more cruel than you know, and sometimes you will find The boundaries between right and wrong, good and bad are not so clear. Sometimes you help the weak out of a sense of justice, only to find that the weak who look pitiful are actually the real villains. Maybe the villagers are still thanking you for your help A pitchfork will pierce your back with a hind foot, and sometimes we have to make decisions that seem irrational or even cruel. Many Templars are like you, able to endure hardship and sacrifice, but in the face of Faith is shaken by disappointments, so there is what I call a test of faith."

Palos thought for a moment before saying, "If the ordeal means bearing the blow of betrayal and disappointment, I think I can do it."

"I believe you can, but this is only one aspect of it." Kent hesitated before continuing, "There was once a Templar who was as young and outstanding as you, and had a sense of compassion and justice. The God of Light wanted to test his loyalty, so he faced a very difficult situation. You have seen goblins and killed many of them. Tell me, have you ever felt sympathy for them even for a moment? He can wear clothes, use weapons, and even speak a simple common language, he is no different from a human being except that he is stupid, have you ever doubted whether your killing is correct?"

"How could it be?" Palos said, "They haven't done anything beneficial to this world, they just rob passers-by in groups, kill villagers, and bring the corpses back for food, if such things are worth it Sympathy, then who will sympathize with the innocent villagers who were killed?"

Kent motioned him to be quiet, and Palos looked back at Evandel and Basil, who were still sleeping, with a guilty conscience. Fortunately, no one was woken up.

"That Templar knight was as determined as you, until one time when he was ordered to wipe out a goblin village, a female goblin blocked his sword with her body, desperately protected her cub, and begged the Holy Spirit when she was dying. The Templar spared his own child. This made the young Templar think of his mother and doubt what he had done. The little goblin who was crying next to the dead body was almost a baby and never hurt Anyone, if he kills, it is equivalent to killing an innocent baby, but if this little goblin is let go, it will always grow up in the future, and when it grows up, it will always loot, and the villagers who are robbed and killed by it will also be killed. It is also innocent, and it is equivalent to being killed by his soft-heartedness." Kent looked up at Palos, "If it were you, what would you do?"

Palos was lost in thought.

Kent didn't urge him, he just admired Palos. This young Templar would never throw out an answer lightly when faced with a question, but would think carefully before giving a serious answer.

But this time, Palos gave up after thinking for a long time: "How did the Templar choose in the end?"

Kent sighed softly: "No one knows, just like this question, there is no standard answer, everyone will have their own understanding. I just put it up to let you learn to think, sometimes it is difficult for you to judge how The right choice is the right one. Sometimes justice may not seem so glorious and pure, but full of filth and blood. One day you will face some dilemmas in the future, and that is the time to test your faith. If you If you can pass the test, you will embark on the path of the Templar Commander, take on more responsibilities, and face more challenges. If you fail to pass, it does not mean that you are not pious or good, but that you are not suitable as a leader. It's just a decision maker, so there is no need to have any burdens, just make choices according to your own heart."

"Yeah." Palos nodded.