When the Train reaches level 3, it becomes eligible for a profession change.
There are two available paths for this change.
The first is the "Mechanical Train."
As the name suggests, this Train is composed entirely of mechanical components, much like their current Train. It boasts significant destructive power and relies on resource mining for upgrades.
The second is the "Flesh Train."
This Train is more unique. All its accessories are made of flesh, such as the "Flesh Spider Legs," which are no longer mechanical but crafted from flesh.
All accessories are modified into "Flesh Series Accessories" at the level 3 Fabrication Table.
The special feature of this Train lies in its exceptional restorative capabilities.
Any damaged accessories do not require manual repairs; they rapidly self-repair within a short period. Moreover, both the Train and its accessories upgrade without the need for resource mining, only requiring the flesh of monsters for enhancement.
Continuous monster slaying is necessary.
The entire Train resembles a Cthulhu-like creature, with all accessories made of flesh, including the Train cars.
Even the Heavy Machine Gun is modified into a flesh version.
Mechanical Trains cannot equip Flesh Series Accessories, and Flesh Trains cannot equip Mechanical Series Accessories.
After discussing this for a while, the level 3 Train Conductor disappeared, leaving the crowd to excitedly discuss the future.
Chen Mang narrowed his eyes, absorbing the information from the Train Radio. Although the expert did not fully explain the pros and cons of the "Flesh Train" and "Mechanical Train," he could vaguely guess some points.
Surely, it's not just about the self-repairing feature of damaged accessories.
There must be exclusive accessories for both "Flesh Train" and "Mechanical Train."
Also, the "Flesh Train" would likely upgrade faster in the early stages. Encountering a Corpse Tide once might upgrade many accessories. However, the upgrade speed would gradually slow down in the later stages, as the number of monsters is limited. Although it's unclear where these monsters come from, they certainly don't spawn as continuously and randomly as resources.
He needs high-level resource mines, and the Flesh Train requires high-level monsters for flesh nourishment.
For him, the Flesh Train is unsuitable. He needs abundant resources for infinite upgrades, and there aren't enough high-level monsters for him to slay.
Chen Mang took a deep breath, turned off the Train Radio, and prepared to sleep. Although he didn't know what would happen once this first phase began, having a powerful Train in this world is always advantageous.
Currently, the Train is in good shape.
But it lacks sufficient means of attack.
Although the "Car Blade" is effective, it's a melee weapon, which is often the last resort for a Train. He needs to quickly mine the Iron Ore and then move on to copper.
Crafting enough Heavy Machine Gun bullets would provide a sense of security.
Once the Train reaches level 3 and has sufficient firepower, he can venture into high-level areas. High-level Trains are not allowed in low-level areas, but low-level Trains can enter high-level areas.
Most low-level Trains wouldn't go there, as it's akin to suicide. In the Iron Ridge Wasteland, a level 3 Man-Eating Spider is a minor boss, but in high-level areas, it might be a common monster.
In high-level areas, the ground is teeming with monsters several meters tall, which is terrifying. It's better to finish mining all the ores in the Iron Ridge Wasteland first.
In that case, he's lucky to have crossed into a low-level area, giving him a chance to build up. If he had crossed into a high-level area, the chance to establish himself would be slim.
At dawn, amidst the deafening DJ music, the Slaves got up to start their work.
Chen Mang sat in the control room, continuing his Train construction. His sole task during this period was to mine resources, build the Train, and then venture out.
When he instinctively checked the "Train Radio," he found it buzzing with activity again. A group of level 2 elite monsters, "Goblins," had appeared in the Iron Ridge Wasteland.
These humanoid creatures are green with sharp ears and fierce expressions, wielding swords and knives, all level 2 monsters.
These level 2 Goblins were escorting a level 1 Goblin carrying a golden cloth bag, traversing from the edge of the "Iron Ridge Wasteland" to the "Mohe Hills." Killing the level 1 Goblin would drop rare resources and have a chance to yield a yellow-grade Accessory Blueprint.
This news excited many.
After all, yellow-grade Accessory Blueprints can be upgraded to level 5, unlocking a Supermodel Effect.
Supermodel Effects are generally quite powerful.
However, the exact route of these Goblins is unknown, except that there are multiple teams.
Chen Mang looked curiously at the screen beside the Train control panel, where a line of red text had appeared at the top.
"Today, several groups of Goblins will escort Goblin Merchants to the Mohe Hills."
"Killing a Goblin Merchant yields rare resources and a small chance to drop a yellow-grade Accessory Blueprint. Among these Goblin Merchants, one is exceptionally wealthy. Killing this anonymous Goblin Merchant will yield even greater rewards."
"This anonymous Goblin Merchant has chosen a more concealed route, almost undetectable."
"Seems like... a mission announcement?"
Chen Mang propped his chin with one hand, deep in thought. This world increasingly resembles a game, even spawning random missions like escort raids. Where do these Goblins come from?
Why are they heading to the Mohe Hills?
He shook his head, dismissing further thoughts. He had no intention of participating, lacking specific coordinates. The Iron Ridge Wasteland is vast, and aimlessly searching would take too long.
Moreover, he wasn't particularly enticed. A Supermodel Effect? He already has nine.
Is it really that big a deal?
Actually, Supermodel Effects aren't that extraordinary; they don't make a huge difference. Once you have a few, you get used to them.
Deep beneath the wasteland, a short Goblin was piloting a Train equipped with a drill, consisting of three cars, moving rapidly. The high-speed rotating drill easily created a tunnel for the Train to pass through.
Inside the Train, dozens of Goblins with fierce expressions and wielding swords surrounded a Goblin clad in a golden cloak.
The Goblin at the control panel glanced at the screen, which was flashing with a crimson wanted alert, and sneered, growling, "I doubt anyone can find me at this depth of six thousand meters underground."
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