Unlike the common title of Master, which referred to a general expert, the term Meister specifically referred to an artisan. It was not a title that could be proven by wielding augmented sword energy like a Swordmaster might. Being recognized as a Meister required navigating an incredibly stringent process. This was especially true in the Jehoia family, where the artisan’s bloodline was as much a part of the craft as the craft itself. If the result didn’t meet their high standards, they found solace only in smashing it to pieces and starting anew. 0

Even if they did not quite reach the heights of their ancestor, the Dvergrs, the dwarves of the Jehoia family produced weapons that blacksmiths from beyond the empire could not dream of matching. The title of Meister was bestowed only upon those whose skills were judged and verified by these very dwarves. 0

Even the weapons hanging on these shelves are astonishing. The so-called legendary weapons of the Central Plains feel like mass-produced items from a rural smithy in comparison.0

Thanks to his heightened perception granted by Dragon Eyes, Leonard could discern the quality of the weapons. The impurity levels and proportions were perfectly balanced, leaving only the essential properties...0