Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist contemplating how his privileged upbringing shaped his current perspective, contrasting it with the experiences of other explorers. The narrative then shifts to discussions about thorough dungeon preparation and a suspicious situation at a new pharmacy construction. The protagonist learns about a problematic yet potentially useful artifact that increases strength, but hinders the use of other weapons, sparking the idea that it could be perfect for dealing with slimes. Finally, the group decides to go shopping, but is warned against the low quality of regular artifact shops.