"Level requirements," the dwarf said.
Kael stopped with the hammer raised. "What?"
"Keep going."
Kael struck again while Andre adjusted the ingot.
"Good gear has requirements. Some much worse than others."
"I know."
"Level, Stats, Class, craft proficiency, and sometimes race." Andre watched him deliver another blow. "If this turns out better than expected, there's a chance ya won't meet one."
Kael lowered the hammer. "That would be stupid."
"Aye, but the Tower has exceptions." Andre pointed toward him. "Creator rights."
Kael understood immediately. "If I helped make it, then it belongs to my craft."
Andre nodded. "Requirements can be reduced or ignored entirely for someone considered part of the creation."
Kael looked toward the partially formed gauntlet. "And me hitting it a few times counts?"
"No." Andre grinned. "That's why yer doing more than hitting it a few times."
