System: Build My Own Territory Chapter 919 - 279: Eight Hundred Pan Rock Iron Guards (10,000)
Previously on System: Build My Own Territory...
After a relentless siege, Pan Yan City finally fell due to the exhaustion of its three thousand defenders. However, by leveraging their formidable physiques, they managed to eliminate nearly two thousand of Chronos’s soldiers before their defeat.
This resilience earned them the name 'Pan Rock Iron Guard,' a testament to their valor even in loss.
Lynn nodded in understanding after hearing Grayson’s account.
The fact that they held the city walls for a full week against such overwhelming odds, despite the eventual breach, was a feat worthy of immense pride.
With a thought, Lynn accessed the personal information panel of a powerfully built, middle-aged man.
[Name]: Chris Keck[Age]: 30 years old[Ability]: Hunting Level 3, Planting Level 2, Construction Level 2[Seven Skills of the Knight]: Hunting Level 3, Horse Riding Level 2, Swordsmanship Level 2[Attributes]: Attack D-, Defense D, Speed E-, Constitution D, Energy E-[Talent]: None[Skills]: None
The panel displayed no entries for [Talent] or [Skills].
His attention turned to another robust man.
[Name]: Samuel Coolidge[Age]: 29 years old[Ability]: Hunting Level 3, Production Level 2, Construction Level 2[Seven Skills of the Knight]: Hunting Level 2, Horse Riding Level 2, Swordsmanship Level 2[Attributes]: Attack E+, Defense D, Speed E, Constitution D, Energy E-[Talent]: None[Skills]: None
This individual also lacked [Talent] and [Skills].
Lynn proceeded to examine another burly soldier...
Upon reviewing the profiles of five or six soldiers, Lynn began to discern a pattern among these imposing men.
Despite their absence of [Talent] and [Skills], they possessed surprisingly high [Attributes]!
In particular, their [Defense] and [Constitution] attributes were consistently rated D- or higher!
While a few might possess such stats, it was uncommon.
However, nearly every panel Lynn inspected revealed similar attribute distributions!
This was highly unusual.
It was understandable, considering that even Red, who had received a [Special Promotion Book] and undergone merging, only had a constitution of D-.
Clearly, these soldiers of the Pan Rock Iron Guard had developed unique physical training regimens!
Grayson inquired with a smile, "Master Lynn, what are your thoughts on these eight hundred prisoners of war?"
"If you have any reservations, we can certainly cancel this transaction."
Lynn’s eyebrows rose slightly as he addressed Godfrey, "Cancel? Mr. Grayson is overthinking things."
"I am in need of a contingent of townsfolk with combat prowess!"
"Name your price!"
Compared to the frail peasants who could only be temporarily assigned to manual labor, Lynn found the prospect of acquiring these battle-hardened prisoners far more appealing.
A sense of relief washed over Grayson’s tense expression upon hearing Lynn’s response.
He had been concerned that Master Lynn might be hesitant to proceed with the trade after hearing the prisoners' history.
Eight hundred experienced prisoners of war could pose a significant threat if they were to revolt, potentially devastating manor lords or minor lords who lacked sufficient military strength to quell such an uprising.
Given the armed forces Master Lynn currently commanded, Grayson was confident he could manage any potential rebellion from these prisoners.
Nevertheless.
Even if Master Lynn ultimately decided against the trade, Grayson felt it crucial to thoroughly disclose the origin of these prisoners beforehand.
He did not want the development of Master Lynn’s territory to be hindered by these eight hundred soldiers.
Grayson responded with a smile, "Master Lynn, that is excellent to hear."
"The prisoners’ physical conditioning and overall abilities far surpass those of ordinary peasants, thus their price will naturally be considerably higher..."
As he met Master Lynn’s expectant gaze, Grayson dispensed with further pleasantries.
"Master Lynn, each of these prisoners is valued at seven shillings."
Lynn nodded, "A most reasonable price!"
The seven-shilling price point was identical to that of the Shar Khanate slaves Grayson had previously transported from Rose.
Those Shar Khanate slaves, notable for their robust physiques, had almost all been selected and integrated into the military ranks.
Their performance in past engagements had indeed proven superior to that of regular soldiers.
Even if the Shar Khanate slaves' general abilities were merely average, the mere presence of Rose, a former deputy commander capable of training new recruits, made the entire slave transaction worthwhile in Lynn's estimation.
While quantity was important, talented individuals with valuable skills were of even greater significance!
Lynn began calculating the total cost of the prisoners.
"Eight hundred prisoners of war, at seven shillings each, amounts to two hundred and eighty Gold Pounds."
"Fifty thousand pounds of barley, with the current market rate of two pounds per penny, totals one hundred and four Gold Pounds."
"The grand total comes to four hundred and twenty Gold Pounds!"
Upon hearing the final sum in Gold Pounds, a delighted expression spread across Grayson’s face.
He swiftly echoed Lynn’s calculation.
"Master Lynn, four hundred and twenty Gold Pounds have been exchanged for two hundred and ten glazed glass items." "I wish to use an additional five hundred and eighty Gold Pounds to acquire another two hundred and ninety glazed glass items." Lynn affirmed with a nod, "Certainly, Mr. Grayson." "Your visits to my territory appear to be growing less frequent, Mr. Grayson." "The glazed glass products within my Glass Workshop are accumulating, awaiting your purchase." "I continue to anticipate Mr. Grayson's readiness for this exchange." Grayson wore a look of evident embarrassment upon hearing this. With a hint of strain in his voice, he stated, "Master Lynn, it is perhaps time you too became aware." "The war for Imperial Authority within the Karedi Empire has now fully erupted." "Numerous merchants, apprehensive of being drawn into the conflict, have opted to forgo entering the Karedi Empire." "Certain ports are now being utilized by local lords for the conveyance of their troops..."