第２５掘：おはよう、そして説明 (Part3)
"There are some rather violent methods, but there are others as well. Just listen for a moment."
I proceeded to explain the basics of how to acquire DP.
* DP is generated within the dungeon when creatures born outside the dungeon perish, or remain inside for a certain period.
* DP Calculation: Perishing yields (HP + MP) = DP. Remaining for a set time yields 1/100th of total MP per hour (if 1/100th is less than 1, it defaults to 1 DP). As an exception, if outsiders use magic, it is converted to DP, though the efficiency is even worse.
* Note: Creatures under designated protection do not have their DP absorbed.
"I see, I see. So, if I were to perish, that would be about 800 DP, then? By the way, Brother, it’s hard to judge the value of 1 DP, so how much did you spend on this... inn, was it?"
At her request, I began writing down the costs on a piece of copy paper. Ratz and the others were surprised by the quality of the paper, but I ignored them and kept writing.
**Inn with Open-Air Bath: 2000 DP (Annual Maintenance: 100 DP)**
* Open-Air Bath: 500 DP (Includes automatic cleaning function)
* Rooms: 300 DP (Includes large halls and restrooms)
* Courtyard Facilities: 400 DP (Includes automatic maintenance function)
* Kitchen Facilities: 300 DP (Includes groceries; automatic restocking from the refrigerator)
* Supplies: 300 DP (Futons, desks, etc.; stored in a supply box so they never run out)
* Cleaning Facilities: 200 DP (Washing machines, trash cans, etc.; trash cans erase non-living matter)
**Separate Expenses: 560 DP**
* Meals for yesterday and today: 300 DP (10 DP per serving per person)
* Yukata: 260 DP (10 DP per person)
"Hmm. It’s hard to say based on this alone. Brother, do you happen to know the expenses from when you first built this dungeon?"
I wrote down the initial costs as well.
**Initial Dungeon Setup Costs: 1380 DP**
* 200 DP: Land (2 sq km, 100 DP per sq km; annual maintenance 10 DP per sq km)
* 100 DP: Depth (1 km, 100 DP per km; annual maintenance 10 DP per km)
* 300 DP: Dungeon Formation (100 DP per floor)
* 150 DP: Dungeon Customization (50 DP per floor; terrain modification)
* 150 DP: Trap Production (Manufacturing only; DP varies by trap)
* 30 DP: Trap Customization (Placement; flat rate of 10 DP per floor)
* 300 DP: Monster Summoning (Details later)
* 150 DP: Personal Room Furniture, etc. (Mail-order system)
**Total: 1380 DP (Remaining: 120 DP; if maintenance is excluded, 90 DP remaining)**
"…It seems the DP consumption required for essential dungeon operations is kept quite low."
"This is a tricky one. I see. In a sense, it’s easier for other Dungeon Masters to just kill people rather than try to accommodate them. It’s like saying luxury goods cost money. Also, Brother, I don’t know how much DP you have to spare, but meals and yukata were separate expenses, weren't they?"
Eris seemed to be deep in thought as she looked at the figures.
Ratz seemed to have realized why other Dungeon Masters hadn't become friendly like me. It’s not always easy to earn DP just by connecting with people. So, the conclusion for many is just to kill them.
If you only accommodate those you like, you can keep DP consumption down. It takes a lot of guts to build a village or a town like I am doing.
"But dungeon management is a harsh business, isn't it... By the way, Yuki-san, how much DP did you start with? And what kind of monsters did you summon?"
"1500 DP. The only monsters I could summon were goblins and slimes."
When I answered Milly’s question, Ratz turned pale.
"What is that harsh situation... defending three floors with only goblins and slimes... even I could break through that. I’m surprised you were safe, Brother."
"But now I understand why the enemies in the shallow layers of the dungeon are weak. It was to lure people in. Otherwise, you couldn't earn DP."
"That’s right. Now I understand why dungeons with strong monsters don't invade the outside world. They’re earning a stable income right where they are."
Ratz and Milly nodded in agreement. Eris, having finished her thoughts, spoke up.
"I understand your story, Yuki-san. So, what exactly should we do? Should we think about the layout of the buildings?"
"No, I’m thinking of granting a certain level of Dungeon Master authority to everyone here and letting you remodel it as you like."
When I told her what I had planned from the beginning, Ratz reacted with incredible intensity.
"Wait a minute!? You can grant that!? Authority!?"
"Not completely, no. But if I were to die, having deputies would allow the dungeon to continue operating."
"Ah, I see. It’s an insurance policy, then."
"Exactly. Also, don't forget to protect the Dungeon Core. If that’s taken, the dungeon ceases to function."
"This is quite a hassle... It really is easier to just do away with people."
"I’m sorry. My policy is to have people live here. Please, help me."
I bowed my head to everyone. Thinking about the future, having people live here will definitely make things easier in the long run. That is the one thing I cannot change.
"…*Sigh*, I can't refuse when you ask like that, Brother. You saved me from slavery and gave me such good treatment; I couldn't possibly whip you. I, Ratz, will cooperate with you. What will everyone else do?"
Ratz looked at the others.
"You don't have to force yourselves to participate in the management. You can just continue living in this dungeon as you are. I won't kick anyone out."
I made sure to say that, as forcing them to help would only cause problems later.
"I would like to help you, Yuki-san."
Eris replied normally, as if it were no problem at all.
"I cannot ignore a Dungeon Master who is this friendly," Milly added.
"I have been following you from the start, Yuki-sama!!"
"I’ll help too!!"
"…I’ll cooperate."
Tori, Riel, and Kaya of the beastman group agreed.
"I’ll help you too, Yuki-san!!"
"Me too!!"
"…I’ll help. Even if you say you don't want me to, I will."
The three children agreed as well.
"Hmm, hmm. It seems your harem is also in the making, Brother. By the way, I was curious—it’s been about a month since this dungeon was built, right?"
"Yeah, why do you ask?"
"Well, you’re about to build a village or a town, but was it really okay to spend 2000 DP on this inn? You only had 1500 DP in initial costs, right? Thinking about that, I was worried you might have poured all your income from this past month into it... Since we are under designated protection, we can't provide DP..."
Ratz seemed worried that she was a freeloader.
Well, there’s no need to worry about that. Those foolish soldiers from before became DP for me.
"Oh, the DP is fine. I still have 490,000 DP left."
The group fell into a stunned silence.
"Why do you have so much DP!? How many hundreds!? No, how many thousands did you...!? It’s only been a month, right!? What happened!? Answer me!!"
While I was at it, I figured I might as well explain and introduce Elju as well...