Lucius made his way to the smelter, intending to create a substantial number of metal ingots before deciding on their purpose.
He deposited a heap of old swords and ores into the fire and patiently waited as the molten metal took form. One metal block after another emerged from the flames.
Once they had cooled, he retrieved the newly formed ingots and inspected them. While their quality was not the highest, it was sufficient for crafting armor.
Positioning the ingots within the fire until they reached a reddish hue, Lucius retrieved the goblin hammer from his inventory. It had been a while since he last used it, and as he placed the ingot on the anvil, he exerted all his strength to shape it according to his vision.
Activating the forging skill, his expression changed, his eyes narrowing in concentration. An air of expertise surrounded him, and each swing of the hammer brought the metal closer to his desired shape.
