Although the weapon hadn't changed much from before, Orion knew it was no longer the same.
First, the trident's initial skill, Ignite, had been greatly enhanced. A fifty-percent chance had become one hundred percent, and now it could also Ignite an enemy's mind.
Then there was the second skill, Shatter Ice. A thought from Orion, and an even colder, more durable layer of ice armor formed over his entire body.
"Cool. This is excellent!"
Raising the trident, Orion observed the flames at its tip that refused to be extinguished—an unmistakable sign that the Flame of Will was evolving.
...
"Lord Orion, what is it?"
"Ah… nothing. My weapon seems to have quite the craving for these crystals. Looks like I'll be busy for a while."
The mention of crystals and corruption made Gandalf hesitate. However, when he saw Orion's excitement and anticipation, he said nothing in the end.
"Gandalf, leave those people down there to you.