Several hundred meters ahead of the trio, a plump and stout figure was hunched over a large rock, fervently digging into the ground.
The creature was adorned in golden attire, embedded with luminous gems of varying glows.
Upon closer inspection, one would realize that these were none other than the precious energy gems – a highly valued item for both players and indigenous NPCs alike.
Especially the higher-graded energy gems, which were extremely rare and virtually priceless in the market.
Yet, this rotund creature audaciously had them embedded on its intricately woven golden outfit.
More bewilderingly, these gems were mere adornments, without any activated properties.
The sheer quantity of the energy gems on the garment was enough to leave one agape; they were densely arranged, creating an effect reminiscent of flowing light.
