[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer":3,"chapter-i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-chapter-21":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Am Not A Goblin Slayer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1310823,1741,"Chapter 21: Rapier","i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-chapter-21",21,"\u003Cp>Gauss walked out of the blacksmith shop with a joyful heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This trip was quite fruitful for him; he not only gained precious knowledge from the professionals but also made his once skinny wallet thicker.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After selling that pile of machetes, short blades, and other spoils, his current savings amount to 31 silver coins and 12 copper coins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally it was supposed to be 41 silver coins and 12 copper coins; the reason for the 10 silver coin shortfall was that he fancied a rapier before leaving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering that the weapons he carried were heavily damaged due to the fierce battle near Birch Village, he needed a new weapon for protection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And following the famous principle of \"Since I’m here,\" he gritted his teeth and splurged, spending a \"fortune\" to buy the well-maintained single-handed rapier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>silver coins, although a considerable expenditure for Gauss, was actually quite a cheap price for a long weapon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason it was so inexpensive was due to the rapier’s form, requiring far fewer iron ingots compared to ordinary wide-blade sabers and great swords, leading to lower costs and relatively cheaper prices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plus, the shopkeeper probably gave him a friendly price, allowing the deal to be sealed at 10 silver coins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He chose this weapon after trying a few others; it could still continue the spear-piercing attack method and paired with the wooden shield and his Thought Acceleration skill, his movements became more agile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It just needed practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding the rapier in his hand, Gauss examined it closely, growing fonder of it the more he looked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blade was straight and slender, with a graceful and sharp appearance, about 1 meter in length, and had a blade width of approximately 3 cm, not even two fingers wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surface of the sword body had a raised rigidity rib that ran through it, reflecting the silver-gray metallic sheen, and the three-sided sword tip emitted a chilling gleam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword handle was wrapped in leather, with a handguard that was not overly decorated, yet added an element of minimalist beauty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss held the sword before him, the mirror-like surface reflecting his satisfied emerald eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rapier had both advantages and disadvantages compared to ordinary wide-blade swords; he actually thought it through when purchasing it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ordinary wide-blade swords are more versatile, suitable for confronting various types of opponents, and have armor-piercing capabilities; some great swords can even destroy and crush the joints of chain armor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But wide-blade swords are too heavy, demanding significant physical strength from the user.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His Constitution, while reaching 6 points, still only had 5 points of strength, a very average level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using overly heavy weapons for extended periods would bring a considerable burden to his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, wide-blade swords are unsuitable for performance in narrow spaces, and for the foreseeable future, the enemies he faces will likely be bottom-tier monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These bottom-tier monsters share a common trait, you see?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They are individually weak, so they naturally like to cluster together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unless they go out hunting, most of the time they tend to huddle together in nests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In such situations, a wide-blade great sword becomes inappropriate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And because of the relatively lightweight design of the rapier, its weight is not overly heavy, allowing the user better control, with superior speed and precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rapier can slash as well as thrust, performing excellently in narrow terrains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The downside of a rapier, however, is that it’s almost useless against armor, especially heavy armor, and is prone to breaking, but how many of these ordinary bottom-tier monsters have decent armor and weapons anyway? Probably few and far between.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, for a caster like him, a rapier was enough for self-defense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be best to find an opportunity later to learn some formal sword skills and techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While goblins, small monsters like them, don’t know much about weapon usage techniques, he could fiddle around himself and still outskill the goblins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he can’t fight goblins for a lifetime; he will inevitably encounter more challenging opponents. Moreover, even goblins have strong ones like Big Goblins and Two-headed Goblins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for why he plans to strive towards the Mage profession, yet still wants to learn sword fighting?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason is simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thinks that while melee self-defense methods can be unused, they shouldn’t be absent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He doesn’t want to be utterly vulnerable if enemies close in and leave him at their mercy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially after the last battle, he became even more firm in his thought that he shouldn’t have obvious shortcomings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The forms of combat in reality are ever-changing; no one knows what unexpected events might happen next. It’s essential to grasp some melee combat ability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If an enemy considers his mage profession weak in melee combat and tries to bully him, he can retaliate fiercely with his sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Let them know the Mage’s Sword is no less sharp!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having dealt with spoils, signaling a temporary end to adventure commissions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss plans to take a few days off, while also practicing the newly learned spell Magic Missile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, so comfortable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss exited the hot water bathhouse, squinting comfortably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His muscle tension from many days seemed to ease under the warm spring water, fatigue swept away completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The bath cost 5 copper coins.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small expense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his hands considerably more affluent now, Gauss spends money with more confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Money is for enjoyment, no need to spare those 5 copper coins, after exhausting journeys it’d be pitiable to wash off with cold water from a small wooden bucket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, did I grow taller?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Changing into the usual linen clothing, he noticed the top became a bit short, originally fitting perfectly, now exposing the waist, not quite fitting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was it a change brought by adding Constitution points?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, Gauss felt more cheerful; growing taller is a good thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His original height was only a little over 1.7 meters, relatively short compared to other adventurer peers; if attribute enhancement could allow the body to start developing and growing taller again, it would be excellent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having finished bathing, Gauss felt a bit hungry again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given the circumstances, let’s eat first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coral Tavern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This tavern is quite upscale in the small town, at least more so than Nightingale Tavern, where Gauss first set off on an adventure and rewarded himself with a meal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last time, Haylir hosted at Coral Tavern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to this place again, he couldn’t help but recall the three of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By now, Haylir and the others should have arrived in Barry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I wonder how well Bell and Mia have recovered from their injuries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking about Bell and the others, Gauss walked into the tavern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ambiance inside the tavern differed from the rough town streets, being quite refined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warm yellow oil lamps cast flickering light on the mottled red brick walls, the tuxedoed bartender at the bar performing skilled mixology.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind him, oak barrels stacked into a wall, with the subtle aroma of aged malt seeping through the gaps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the iron chain-hung metal chandeliers, the tavern hall had a dozen elm timber tables scattered around, almost all surrounded by weapon-carrying adventurers, creating a lively atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The customers inside were even more numerous than Gauss anticipated, but it’s understandable; the nature of adventurer life and work means they don’t differentiate between day or night, drinking whenever they please, even during the day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With their minds long-term under stress, naturally, they need alcohol to release the accumulated pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So it’s common to see many adventurers finishing commission tasks, enjoying meals and libations day and night in taverns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The adventurers in the hall sat at tables in threes and fours; young adventurers gestured wildly and bragged inflatedly, while waiters carrying trays navigated skillfully through their bold antics; shoulder-to-shoulder, middle-aged men drank heartily, feasting and toasting, the liquor around the glass rim sloshed by their swaying, making one curious if they consume more than they squander.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the scene inside the tavern, Gauss felt even hungrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The aroma of food wafting in the air stirred the glutton in his belly, his tongue incessantly secreting saliva.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He doesn’t care for alcohol, dislikes the sour taste, but has a fervent enthusiasm for gourmet foods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially after spending several days outdoors in the wind and cold, he reckoned he could devour an entire cow.\u003C\u002Fp>",1379,"2026-06-05T18:36:34.847Z",1,"novelbin.me","609fcd73d1b59f847e88b5abc6c1922a3b9690311aac0ebaa45f59a278fc0bfd","i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-chapter-22","i-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-chapter-20",640,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-am-not-a-goblin-slayer-cover.jpg"]