70 Valor (1/2)
Fire and mayhem mix into entropy at one of the fields at the farmlands as a result of the explosion caused by the thief's bomb.
The casualties thankfully are only a few as everyone was able to avoid the direct impact of the explosion. The guards that were in the vicinity still sported some injuries and burns, unfortunately. They instantly took out their health potions from their Inventory and drank it for their wounds to recover.
The dire issue of the fire spreading in the area is still on hand, though. If no one is going to do something about it, the farmers may as well bid good riddance to the crops and livestock that provide sustenance to the whole town of Chadena.
Isamu could only grunt irritably as he got up slowly from the ground. He is also one of the casualties, sporting some minor burns. He then also brought out a health potion of his own and begun drinking it to mend his injuries.
Although the displeasure that Isamu felt was quickly replaced with concern as there are even more pressing matters to attend to rather than wallow in self-frustration.
Issues like containing and extinguishing the fire.
The farmers widen their eyes as they were stricken with dread and fear at witnessing their crops being consumed by the burning fire.
Isamu then took a deep breath to forcefully calm himself down despite the pressure of the flaming pandemonium that is currently transpiring.
While this was ongoing, Isamu's system notification greeted him with a message as a result.
\u003cQUEST START!!\u003e
\u003cFrom the ashes, we rise\u003e
[Fire and mayhem begin to engulf the farmlands of Chadena, threatening the livelihood of the farmers who you have worked with for the past month. Without immediate action, famine and despair will engulf the entirety of the area, reducing everything into ashes.]
\u003cQuest Completion\u003e - Collaborate with everyone in the vicinity to combat the fire.
\u003cQuest Bonus\u003e - None
\u003cQuest Rewards\u003e - (???)
\u003cACCEPT QUEST?\u003e - YES / NO
Isamu presses yes in an instant as he quickly took the initiative and made his presence known to everyone in the surrounding area.
”Everyone, calm down, and listen to me!!!” Isamu took advantage of his booming \u003cChampion\u003e voice as he erupts a bellow to catch everyone's attention. ”Now, I want each one of you to grab a bucket and gather water from the river to extinguish the fire!!”
\u003cLeadership\u003e Discipline Hidden Trait Unlock!!
\u003cValor\u003e (Passive) – The Champion is a hero of the people, rallying them under his banner despite the overwhelming odds. As such, allies are less likely to be struck by Fear effects as long as they are in your vicinity.
Isamu's eyes widen at the new skill but dismiss it shortly after because there are more important things to do.
The farmers recovered from their initial shock thanks to Isamu's loud command of snapping them out. They instantly did what they were told to do as they grab each of the said items from their respective homes in a hurry and perform the role that was delegated to them.
Fortunately, the fire covers only a single field out of the entire area.
But the field is big nonetheless, so the farmers are still going to suffer significant losses if they managed to put out the fire.
The fire still spreads rapidly however as they all need to be quick in their actions for it to be contained.
Thankfully, the river that serves as their way of irrigation is also nearby, thus making the work less burdensome as they went back and forth in refilling the water and dousing the fire.
Bren, being the assigned head of the farmers, co-operated with Isamu as both of them maintained the order amidst the ongoing chaos, inspiriting the entire farmer populace in combating the flames.
The farmer's combined efforts with assistance from the guards ultimately have prevailed, smothering the flames that threaten them all.
As the commotion reaches its conclusion, the small remaining fires that were in the vicinity are easily being put out by the other farmers as they cover it with dirt with the use of a shovel.
Thus, it marks the end of the fire in the farmlands. Through Isamu's overall command with solid assistance from Bren, the farmers were able to solve the crisis before the situation turns out of control for them to handle.
With the sun rising to mark a brand new day, every farmer and guard at the surrounding area could only marvel at the majestic sunlight appearing on the beautiful horizon.
”Ah, glad that's finally over.” Bren breathes a sigh of relief at knowing that the crisis has been averted. ”I suppose you have our thanks for rounding up our sorry asses, haha.”
”It's the right thing to do.” Isamu smiles in response as both of them stares at the busy farmers cleaning up the field. ”I merely perform what's required of me. As a member of the Warrior's Guild, it's expected of me to be a leader and defender of the common-folk, performing to the best of my abilities for the good of the people.”
[+5 GOOD]
[+2 ORDER]