Dwarf Blacksmith

[Austri]

Something is happening somewhere on this continent. You might not believe me, but I keep getting visions of the Fenrir-Wolf.

When my people finally retrieve the memories of their past, we will be able to grant the power of the gods to humans.

I believe that

time is coming...

Hm? I sense that you were asked to do a favor for that human. If I were you, I'd finish that task as soon as I could. Somehow, that human's fate, as well as that of the Dwarves, are intertwined...

What is it?! I refuse to speak to human as rude and contemptible

as you! Now, get out of my sight!

What...?

I have nothing

to say to you.

Hm...?

Why have you

come to me, human?

...

What...?!

Do not greet the

Dwarves lightly,

mortal!

What has made

you come to me?

Ah, I see that the entire human race is not worthy of scorn. Unlike many of your kind, I see that you respect your elders.

So what did

want to ask

me about?

Mjolnir...?

Thor's legendary weapon?

The hammer than can shake the earth and tear the sky asunder? Out of all of legendary weapons, Mjolnir is perhaps greatest.

As a matter of fact, it was forged by my ancestor. Mjolnir was the perfect weapon, except for one minor flaw.

The hilt of Mjolnir was forged shorter than intended. Are you still listening to me?

One day, Loki came to our village and showed off his treasures. He boasted that we couldn't possibly create something to surpass their quality.

Frankly his treasures were

made by another Dwarf tribe, but we couldn't tolerate his insult. So my ancestors created three treasures of their own.

Of the three treasures my ancestors created, Mjolnir was the last and greatest.

However, while it was created, a strange fly bit my ancestor on the hand. Because of this interruption, Mjolnir's hilt is a little flawed.

It's very sad. Although Mjolnir is the greatest weapon ever, it was very close to being the epitome of craftsmanship.

Despite this minor flaw, Mjolnir is still considered the greatest of legendary weapons.

Mjolnir was the trusted weapon Thor wielded on the battlefield, and every giant feared its power.

I must say, a Blacksmith's greatest pride comes when he creates the weapon and armor that can be considered his life's work.

The reason this mountain is called Mount Mjolnir is because it was actually created by the hammer.

In a battle against demons a thousand years ago, Thor struck the earth with Mjolnir. The impact caused the ground to rise, creating this mountain.

You can imagine just

how powerful Mjolnir is.

However, humans can never hope to see or even wield Mjolnir. Only a god can handle that kind of force.

Hmm... But perhaps an ambitious dwarf can forge something similar to Mjolnir so that it can actually be used by humans. It would have less power, but it'd be perfectly crafted.

Yes, it's possible to create

a Mjolnir suited to humans. Still, it wouldn't be very easy.

Well, I happened to speak much longer than I intended. But I hope you learned what you wished to

know about Mjolnir.

I feel that a great change is coming. I do not know what kind

of effect it will have on our world, but something important will happen...

Perhaps only the gods can be

sure as to what the future will bring. In any case, we must prepare ourselves for what will happen.

Alright then...

If you wish to learn more, you should speak to my brothers.

Take care, human.

Grrr...!

You're not listening, are you?! What a waste of my time!

This is why I don't want to associate with humans. They always shut me out when I'm talking!

You don't seem to

understand. If you

wish to prove to me that you understand blacksmiths, you should bring something related to my work!

A respectable blacksmith cherishes his tools and crafts with diligence and care.

When it comes to humans, I believe the ones who can appreciate my line of work are the only ones worth talking to.

Every good blacksmith knows the value of a good hammer. If you can understand that, I shall consider speaking with you.

Now go, human.

I wish you safety

in your travels.

Zzzz Zzzz...

What is it...?

What made you come to me?

What?!

Leave immediately and go study your english properly!

Take care of

yourself, human.

Ah...

It feels like today's going to be a great day.

I've got the warm sun, fresh forest air, and my hammer and anvil are at the ready. It's a perfect day for smithing!