Published: February 12, 2025
"Two million three hundred thousand."
Everyone was taken aback simultaneously.
"Have you lost your mind thinking about money?" The heir apparent of the Su Clan directly retorted.
The mechanical battle beast was indeed remarkable, with its technological materials and sophistication far surpassing that of equipment of the same level. However, this did not mean it could be valued so much higher than comparable equipment.
The mechanical battle beast had many capabilities and great power, making it an excellent unit for entering the battlefield and combat. But, it was ultimately not a real battle beast. A real battle beast could recover from injuries with proper care, whereas this mechanical one, once damaged, required professional personnel for repairs. The cost of those repairs was not something that could be compared to the price of simple healing potions for actual battle beasts.
Don’t be fooled by Kanagu’s earlier praises of the Mountain Rage's material that could automatically recover. Everyone understood that only the primary structure made from this material could recover. What if other parts were damaged? For example, the transmission system or control system—what then? Wouldn't they still need to hire someone to spend money on repairs?
Furthermore, real battle beasts require feeding, and this mechanical battle beast also needs maintenance and care, including part replacements and system tuning, which cannot be done by non-professionals. One could say that purchasing such a machine necessitates accompanying facilities, and that would add another expense.
Thus, when considering acquiring the Mountain Rage, one couldn’t just look at its standalone price; the associated costs had to be considered as well. Generally, the annual maintenance cost for mechanical battle beasts is around one-tenth of their selling price, with higher-quality ones incurring even steeper maintenance costs.
For such a large machine, it's conservatively estimated that the annual maintenance would require at least two hundred thousand Moon Age Gold. If one were to spend two hundred thirty thousand for the purchase, it would be a heavy burden for anyone.
In everyone's eyes, two hundred thousand Moon Age Gold was already a very profitable price, and no one expected Kanagu to demand two hundred thirty thousand right off the bat.
"I'm not asking for a high price; it's just that the Mountain Rage is truly worth that amount. You may not know, but through our tests, when the Mountain Rage is paired with a fuleira surpassing thirty thousand, it can unleash combat power that exceeds that of its controller. We all believe that the Mountain Rage is equivalent to a powerful warrior worth fifty thousand fuleira. If the synergy is good, its combat capabilities can far exceed that," Kanagu explained, dismissively waving his hand. He was determined not to lower the price but was looking at the other people, hoping they would place a bid. If there was competition, then at least the price of two hundred thirty thousand would be secured. Of course, Ye Zhongming was excluded from this group, as he had already made a payment using Moon Age Gold and Crimson Condensation Equipment, leading Kanagu to believe he no longer had the purchasing power.
"Too expensive. The maintenance costs for mechanical battle beasts are inherently high, and this one is at the renyi level. If any problems arise, we would need to hire someone from the Tarros Red Dwarf, and everyone knows the costs associated with that. The last time the one at the city gate broke down, it cost a fortune! Although this one won’t be as outrageous, it certainly won’t be cheap either."
The heir apparent of the Su Clan snorted, "We buy things to enhance our strength, not to create troubles and discomfort for ourselves. If the ongoing costs are so high and the purchase costs are this steep, it’s simply unbearable."
After saying this, he didn’t allow Kanagu to continue explaining and stated, "I won't say anything more. Two hundred thousand, and I will take the Mountain Rage. If it’s more than that, I’ll have to give up."