Capítulo: A Loja Indestrutível - Cajado, Pedra e Visão
Akira estava sozinho na beira do terreno baldio, com os olhos esmeralda fixos no pedaço de terra vazio que, para os outros, não passava de terra e possibilidade. Mas, para ele, já era mais do que real — cada detalhe da estrutura reunido em sua mente, preciso e desafiador.
A loja era inevitável.
Cinco andares imponentes acima do solo. Três níveis ocultos sob a terra. Não seria simplesmente um local de comércio — seria um santuário de alquimia, ferraria, encantamento e comércio. Uma fortaleza que nem mesmo uma explosão mágica de nível nuclear poderia destruir.
As paredes externas, imaginadas em seus pensamentos, erguer-se-iam da terra esculpida em granito profundo da montanha — uma pedra tão densa e reforçada com antigas runas élficas de proteção que nenhuma máquina de cerco, feitiço ou força elemental conseguiria penetrá-la. Cada bloco meticulosamente inscrito com glifos para evitar roubos, arrombamentos, incêndios e perturbações mágicas.
A fachada da loja, coroada por enormes painéis de vidro antimagia — transparentes, impecáveis, impossíveis de quebrar — repeliria ilusões, adivinhações e todas as formas de feitiçaria hostil. Até mesmo fogo de dragão ou uma explosão arcana ricocheteariam no vidro reforçado, deixando-o imaculado.
No coração do interior: o imponente balcão de madeira. Feito de mogno raro e envelhecido — escuro, polido até um brilho espelhado —, mas sob sua superfície, runas de proteção ancestrais estavam entrelaçadas na própria madeira. Essas proteções detectavam e puniam roubos instantaneamente, prendendo os infratores no local e marcando-os com símbolos mágicos visíveis apenas às autoridades.
Abaixo do solo, três níveis seguros abrigariam suas operações:
Ala de Alquimia — para criação de poções e refinamento de ingredientes.
A Forja — um arsenal para fabricação de armas e artefatos, protegido por proteções contra calor e acidentes mágicos.
O Cofre — uma câmara subterrânea para materiais raros, artefatos e estoque mágico volátil.
Os lábios de Akira se curvaram levemente em um sorriso tranquilo e confiante. A visão era perfeita — inquebrável, duradoura, eterna.
Mas tal estrutura precisava de mais do que sonhos: exigia mãos, mão de obra qualificada, artesãos e funcionários leais.
Ele começaria a recrutar imediatamente — pedreiros, gravadores de runas, vidreiros antimagia, mestres carpinteiros — cada um cuidadosamente escolhido. Mas naquela noite, sob o manto da escuridão, o próprio Akira lançaria as pedras fundamentais, tecendo as primeiras runas de proteção no chão.
Porque esta não era uma loja comum.
Seria sua fortaleza — inabalável, protegida por magia e artesanato, um legado que resistiria ao tempo, ao desastre e até mesmo ao inimaginável.
A construção começaria hoje à noite.
O recrutamento de seus futuros aliados começaria agora.
With Akira's mental projection of the indestructible shop vividly clear in his mind, he meticulously planned every aspect of its design and purpose. Determined to bring this vision to life, he resolved to begin construction alone, under the cover of night, before assembling the team of skilled workers he would need.
As darkness fell, Akira quietly returned to the empty lot, the moonlight casting pale shadows over the rough stone and earth. He began laying the foundation stones with precision, each one carefully placed and imbued with protective runes to ensure the building's resilience. These runes were not mere decorations; they were powerful wards designed to repel theft, damage, and even the most dangerous magical attacks.
Delving deeper into his plans, Akira visualized the hidden underground levels—secret spaces crucial to the shop's function and security. These subterranean chambers would be dedicated to storage, alchemy, and blacksmithing—essential crafts that required protection from prying eyes and environmental hazards.
Above ground, Akira envisioned five distinct floors, each serving a specialized purpose:
The first floor would showcase dazzling jewelry and luxury items, sparkling under enchanted lighting and displayed in secure cases behind anti-magic glass, designed to prevent any form of theft or tampering.
The second floor would be fragrant and colorful, filled with spices from distant lands, carefully stored in sealed containers to preserve their aroma and potency.
The third floor would offer a variety of furnishings, ranging from finely crafted furniture to comfortable mattresses and plush towels of all qualities, catering to the diverse needs of customers.
The fourth floor would house everyday kitchen utensils, from basic cooking tools to exquisite pots and pans, all arranged for easy browsing and purchase.
The fifth floor would serve as a sanctuary for Akira's trusted associate Daniel and the employees—a quiet place to rest and recuperate. This floor would also include a restaurant exclusively for staff, where they could enjoy meals and camaraderie away from the bustle of the shop below.
Each element of the shop was designed not just for functionality, but to embody strength, security, and comfort—a fortress and home rolled into one.
As Akira worked silently through the night, placing each stone and inscribing each rune, he knew this was only the beginning. Soon, he would need to call upon skilled artisans and dedicated staff to bring his vision fully to life, but for now, the foundation was set—and so was his unwavering resolve.
The magical defenses woven into Akira's shop were as intricate and formidable as the very stones of its foundation. Each rune carved into the walls and floors thrummed with latent power, a silent guardian against any threat. These were no ordinary protections — they were crafted through a blend of ancient elven enchantments and modern arcane innovations, designed to shield the shop from theft, sabotage, and even catastrophic magical assaults.
The anti-theft runes etched into the wooden counters and stone walls glowed faintly, invisible to most eyes but unmistakable to anyone with arcane senses. These wards created an invisible barrier that would trigger a silent alarm should anyone attempt to remove goods without authorization, summoning ethereal guardians or alerting Akira and his trusted staff immediately.
Surrounding the building's perimeter, the warding stones embedded in the thick stone walls emitted a subtle hum, forming a protective bubble that repelled unwanted magical influences. This included spells aimed at teleportation, invisibility, or any form of intrusion — making it impossible for intruders to sneak in unseen or bypass physical defenses through magical means.
The entire storefront was protected by a specially crafted anti-magic glass—a translucent barrier that was impervious not only to physical breakage but also to spells designed to shatter or manipulate glass. This glass displayed the shop's finest jewelry and rare items while ensuring their absolute safety against magical theft or vandalism.
Deep below, the vault was fortified with layered enchantments: sealing spells that required multiple complex keys (both physical and magical), traps that activated if unauthorized access was attempted, and protective sigils that neutralized harmful magic within the chamber. Only those with Akira's explicit blessing and the correct arcane signatures could enter.
In addition, Akira had prepared emergency wards around key structural points. In the rare event of a massive assault—whether from a bomb, magical explosion, or other devastating force—the wards would activate, reinforcing the structural integrity of the building and dispersing destructive energies harmlessly into the earth.
Together, these layers of defense created an almost impregnable fortress — a place where commerce could flourish safely, where treasures could be displayed without fear, and where Akira's vision of an indestructible shop would truly come to life.