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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 206

2015-01-08T03:45:06Z

142.176.230.148: /* Fitoria's Request */ Maybe I'm wrong, but it made no sense whatsoever to me that Naofumi would be the one to say this. I chose the most likely candidate, but my guess might be wrong.

==Fitoria's Request==

“Hmm…” (Naofumi)

Fitoria, huh?

Looks like Melty’s just as optimistic as ever. I guess for now, I’ll ask the queen.

I grab hold of Firo’s ahoge like it’s a mic and try asking.

“You’re seeing this right? Isn’t there something that can be done?” (Naofumi)

I wait for a response.

Before long, Firo starts nodding her head.

This ahoge of hers is just about as useful as a cellphone, huh?

It’d be nice if this world had some form of telecommunication, although I don’t know much about radios and the like myself.

“Well you see~… It’s not like there’s no way, but she said she wants your help for something first.” (Firo)

“Of course she does. Tell her no thanks.” (Naofumi)

“She says nevermind. Letting Firo power up from eating you would probably be easier anyway.” (Firo)

Gu…What a cruel suggestion.

If Firo falls completely into heat… Make no mistake, I wouldn’t stand a chance.

Wait, could I just confront her about it directly?

It’s not like I’m out of ways to make her give up, but I really don’t want to have to resort to them…

After all’s said and done, I do appreciate how hard she’s trying.

…Come to think of it, couldn’t Fitoria be the ring leader behind this whole mess?

I started getting a little doubtful.

The fact that she has control over other monsters is suspicious on its own. Gaelion is a Dragon Emperor, so it’s not strange that he could slip through her effectiveness. But I do get that harem-loving dragon isn’t worth much to her.

But, I’m in a situation where I can’t really refuse, so I have no choice but to listen.

“I understand. What do I have to do?” (Naofumi)

“Well you see. She says, recently, in master’s home country, a carriage was targeted by some bandits.” (Firo)

“A carriage?” (Naofumi)

“Ah, come to think of it, I’ve heard that story as well.” (Melty)

Melty joined in the conversation.

I guess the fact that she knows must mean these bandits are pretty infamous.

“From what I understand, the bandits only appear at night. Apparently, some peddlers and the like end up getting challenged to a contest, with their carriages on the line.” (Melty)

“Their cargo gets stolen, huh… that’s troublesome.” (Rat)

“That’s not it. The victims’ cargo is returned later. It looks like the bandits are just after the carriages.” (Melty)

“What?!?” (Naofumi)

What do you mean they’re just after the carriages?

Looks like there are some weird bandits around.

In the first place, I don’t get the point of using carriages at night.

I guess whoever’s doing this may not be human.

If that’s the case, this would have to mean that Fitoria can’t handle this on her own, huh?

Then I should commend her on asking me for help.

“I’ve heard that many nobles have had their carriages taken away from them by some weird bandits. Moreover, some beaten up carriages have been returning full of treasure. Enough to the point where traders are going out looking for the bandits.“ (Melty)

“Wait a second. What’s up with that!?” (Naofumi)

If this is related to Fitoria’s request, then…

“Do Filorials have a trait of wanting to battle between carriages?” (Naofumi)

“Yeah… She says they do.” (Firo)

Jeez…

In short, she wants me to find a solution for some territorial dispute.

Although if they’re wild Filorials, it should be pretty easy.

“The loser has to hand over its carriage. And since it's mating season, Fitoria says that the loser won’t have its love recognized.” (Firo)

Are they hermit crabs, or what?

Huh? So in other words, all we need to do is win.

Morever, Firo is good at racing.

If that’s the case, if I beat Firo in a race, she’d give up on me right?

“Alright Firo. Have a match with me. A race until the castle. Ready, go!” (Naofumi)

As long as I make it outside of Gaelion’s area of magic jamming in time, I could win easily with Portal Shield.

“Master is going to be cheap, so no!” (Firo)

Tch. She saw through it.

What’s really sad is that I really have to race with Firo eventually.

There’s no way I can beat her without Portal Shield.

“…So? What is Fitoria asking me to do?” (Naofumi)

“Somehow, you know~. The Filorial in that area aren’t taking orders properly, so she wants you to go punish them.” (Firo)

Hmm… It doesn’t sound too bad, but…

From Melty’s conversation, I feel like there’s something else.

Is there some other Filorial Queen trying to expand her territory?

I guess I’ll have to look into it myself.

“I understand. Tell me where. Just in case, let me take some people along that can fight.” (Naofumi)

I’ll take along Firo, Rishia, Atlas, and…

“Melty, are you coming?” (Naofumi)

“Somehow I have a bad feeling, but I’ll put up since it’s for Firo’s sake.” (Melty)

Hmm…Female Knight is out of the question since she’s still occupied with Ren.

Who else…

“Is Rat coming?” (Naofumi)

“What are you expecting from me?” (Rat)

“I thought you’d come with us for the sake of research.” (Naofumi)

“Just hearing about the situation is enough. I’m busy with managing the monsters here anyways.” (Rat)

Well it’s a territorial dispute between Filorials, after all.

If finding out how to calm Firo down wasn’t in the deal, I probably wouldn’t have agreed anyways.

Whatever.

“How’s your research going?” (Naofumi)

“Pretty well. If Gaelion would let me borrow his core, it’d go even better.” (Rat)

His core, huh… If I remember right, he refused initially because he hadn’t gathered enough fragments.

I wonder what it’ll look like when it’s finished.

Aside from her, I guess there’s only Gaelion and Taniko who I could take along.

Well, actually thinking about it, there’s no limit to how many people I can bring since we’re not going for EXP in the first place.

What kind of challenge will we be facing? Just like hermit crabs, maybe one of carriages crashing into each other? I don’t have much of an idea.

Either way, Firo’s still in heat, so it’s probably better if we bring less people for less of a burden.

Taniko isn’t necessarily on bad terms with Firo, but Gaelion is…

Yeah, I guess that's enough people.

“Firo and Rishia, Atlas and Melty. You guys will be accompanying me this time around.” (Naofumi)

“Okay.” (Everyone)

After deciding that and making proper preparations, we set off.

…I feel like I’m overlooking something.

Wait, I didn’t even think about which way we’re heading.

“Was it around here?” (Naofumi)

After that, Firo sometimes went back into heat, but for the most part, she was focused on pulling the carriage.

Soon enough, night was falling. We’ll be unable to travel soon.

You can already see the moon pretty clearly.

We’re currently in the mountain range of Melromarc.

Firo is trotting along the mountain path.

“Let’s see. It seems like this should be the area.” (Melty)

“I really took up a request from a Filorial. Will I do anything, or what?” (Naofumi)

“I’m think I’m a little jealous.” (Melty)

Says the Filorial Manic in an attempt to console me.

“Naofumi-san, are we going to punish the Filorial here?” (Rishia)

“Let’s see. Whether we’re crashing with other carriages or not, this’ll probably turn into a battle one way or another. That’s why I brought you guys along.” (Naofumi)

“Okay. I’ll do my best.” (Rishia)

“Let’s do our best, Rishia-san.” (Altas)

Aside from Melty, this lot’s an honest bunch, so they cooperate very well.

Rishia was also raised pretty well, so as long as the job isn’t too difficult, it’s an easy win… I think.

“…Nothing’s happening?” (Rishia)

“Yeah. It’s like we’re searching for bandits here, so it can’t be helped.” (Naofumi)

Although they’re supposed to show up around here.

Will they not show up today?

“Don’t they have a hideout or something? Or rather, a nest since they’re Filorials.” (Naofumi)

“Fitoria says she doesn’t know-“ (Firo)

What useless information.

In the first place, we’re looking for Filorials, right?

While thinking that, a torch-like object suddenly appears in the distance, and starts approaching amidst a cloud of dust.

It seems like they’re heading our way pretty quickly from across the mountain range.

It’s that thing where a torch being lit means you’re friendly, right?

We too left our lamp on in the carriage to lure them in the first place.

Now then, I wonder what kind of crooks they are.

Wha-, What?

I look at the so-called bandits… and wrinkle my forehead deep in thought.

The cloud of dust clears up.

The ones pulling the carriage were three red, blue, and green feathered little girls. And in their cargo was….

“Long time no see, Father-in-law. Street Racer Motoyasu, at your service.”

With a flag tied to his spear… the so-called “street racing” Spear Hero had appeared.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 195

2015-01-08T00:07:36Z

142.176.230.148: /* Greed */

==Greed==

"Ku..." (Ren)

Ren let out a vexed sound.

Looks like it turned out well. The thing Gaelion planned with us was stopping the transfer skill. Referencing from when we did not run from Gaelion's former territory before, it seems Gaelion researched and was able to produce the magic. Normally it awakens the magic element from the vicinity, a power within the domain of the power-enhancing Dragon Pulse magic, but this time a large amount of magic element was activated to interfere and obstruct, or so I heard.

Supposedly, specific attributes of normal human magic could be sealed if this magic was figured out. For example, the fighting power of Melty and Sadina would greatly diminish if water was sealed.

"Okay! Rishia! Fire a signaling magic!" (Naofumi)

"Y, Yes!" (Rishia)

My order was followed. The effects of concealment magic wore off on Rishia as a magic aria set in. Immediately after, magic flew upwards. Okay, everyone should gather within a few minutes. Until then it'll be fine if pursuit is maintained so there is no escape.

"..." (Ren)

Ren understood he could not escape, readying his sword. I'll acknowledge you for not losing your fighting spirit in this situation.

"Finally time to pay the piper, huh? Ren." (Naofumi)

"Piper? That's my line." (Ren)

Running from reality as usual it appears, huh?

"A guy who can't do anything without numbers is looking at me. Even being accompanied by a dragon...let me judge personally." (Ren)

"...Do you understand your own standing?" (Naofumi)

I can't even say I'm surprised. Is the equation "dragon=evil" or something? Pride's Curse...?

"A coward who challenges me to a match with two, I won't lose to you!" (Ren)

"Is concealing yourself against an opponent who has no attack power, even using a certain kill attack from behind not considered cowardly?" (Naofumi)

"Not being able to sense it is your fault." (Ren)

"So you say." (Naofumi)

As I thought, it's "my rules" full throttle.

His speech and conduct are somehow strange too, I wonder if his inner thoughts are coming to the surface. Almost like, or rather just like those who often appear claiming to be strongest in net games.

By Ren's terms, not having companions is bad, and though it's fine to say dim things, in the end, returning inflammatory words with inflammatory words will become a pissing contest. Frankly, I want to say his defeat was because of a lack of useful pawns, but he's not someone who'll listen.

"Here I come!" (Ren)

"Listen to me--" (Naofumi)

Ren started running faster than I could give caution. Then facing me with his sword he--or not, his target became Rishia as he ran.

Oi....

There's definitely something strange about the current Ren. Inconsistency, or how should I put it, lacking direction.

"Fue!?" (Rishia)

Rishia raised her voice as the attack suddenly changed direction. This guy, aiming at the weakest-looking person in this situation.... It's the basics of tactics, but targeting the weakest first, where did fair and square go? Nevertheless, you've made a big mistake. Rishia is now....

"Deryaaaaaaaaaa!" (Ren)

Ren brandished towards Rishia, letting out an enthusiastic shout at the same time. But Rishia promptly leaned over as if breaking her stance, threw a rope-attached throwing knife at a nearby tree, and quickly took distance with a su-. While in the motion of taking distance, four iron skewer-like things were thrown towards Ren.

"That surprised me." (Rishia)

"Rather I'm the one surprised." (Naofumi)

What was with that quick evasion? It pretty much took only an instant. Isn't it only this fellow who fights like someone from another world? No, it can be seen, so it's not like it can't be defended against.

Where did she even get those iron skewers? Is it a hidden weapon of the Peerless Transformation style or something?

"Ku..." (Ren)

The skewers did not stick, but Ren let out a troubled voice since it did not go as he'd thought.

"It's troublesome if you forget about me." (Gaelion)

Gaelion threatened while flapping his wings with a basaa-. Oh yeah. It's three versus one. It's not like I don't feel unfair at all, but it's a habit. Well, originally I couldn't fight alone, after all.

"However, to only possess strength of this extent...the disappointment is tremendous." (Gaelion)

"I didn't see anything like damage being inflicted." (Naofumi)

"Of course I held back. Although, I shall not deny I lack the strength to defeat him." (Gaelion)

"Is that so." (Naofumi)

The more hands, the easier it gets, I guess.

"Oi. Witch isn't coming?" (Naofumi)

"..." (Ren)

Ren's face distorted at my question and I sense the swelling presence of an ominous aura emanating from his sword.

"It appears you chose the wrong words. His power has increased." (Gaelion)

Mu...questioning him poorly has backfired. In which case, getting information will be difficult. I wanted to at least know where that fellow was at, though.

"Well then I'll have you let me get serious. Hero of the Shield. Take out the abominable Cursed Shield." (Gaelion)

"No." (Naofumi)

With the Wrath Shield at its initial state from failed enhancements, the effects of the curse just make it an item that puts myself in danger. Of course, it wouldn't be to the severity of using the certain kill Blutofer, but I've been told that I could even die if I use it again while cursed. It's not that I don't have a technique like using Iron Maiden to subjugate, but I could probably win without it.

"It's okay. I have secret measures. Moreover...there is no need to drag it on." (Gaelion)

"Really-?" (Naofumi)

It's pretty suspicious to me. Ma, it should be fine just quickly changing shields if the corrosion gets out of hand.

I put my hand on my shield and change to the Wrath Shield. As expected, my vision becomes black with a bashi-.

...I still have my reason.

Hateful emotions are surging upwards, but still within bearable range.

Hm? 3:00 appears in my field of vision and decreases to 2:59.

"Gyaoooooooooooooooooooooo!" (Gaelion)

Gaelion's body is swelling with a black shine. A sinister jet-black aura, overflowing sentiments of rage. An appearance like a Wrath Dragon. Materialized there was Gaelion as a Great Dragon.

"Fumu...my power is swelling." (Gaelion)

Letting out a dark flame, Gaelion spoke. A-...probably, this number is the transformation time. Since with Firo it lasted five minutes, the time is lower. Well, it probably also depends on how much ability Gaelion possesses.

Even so, Gaelion...what a villain-like appearance. It's starting to feel like I've become the evil boss-like character. The truth is that the Hero of the Sword is the bandit chief though.

"Lowly demon that takes the pretense of a hero. I shall pass you judgement!" (Ren)

Not giving up, Ren roars. Aren't you not looking at reality? If the opponent you've had a hard fight with until now powered up, no matter what you consider, you can't win right?

"Awaken! My power! In battles I get stronger!" (Ren)

Oww! So painful! Chills ran down my back.

Stop going so far with your chuunibyou! This is settled.

Because what Ren awakened without killing was his chuunibyou.

There are those guys who suddenly, after cruelly committing atrocities until then, become enlightened and stop killing in anime, right? I wonder if this is like that.

"How foolish...I will let you witness the difference in our powers." (Gaelion)

Oi...Gaelion, that line is for the losing side. Why are we only acting and speaking like those in the role of villians?

As the time fell to 2:30, Gaelion inhaled a large amount of air. This appearance...I guess there are Wrath Dragons too. The inhaled air was probably for a Breath. Because of the time limit, it seems to be a powerful Breath.

"Take this!" (Gaelion)

While flapping his wings, Gaelion let out a breath toward the ground.

Oi! I'm here too! It was a jet-black flame. No mistake, it is the flame of Dark Curse Burning S.

"Instant - Dragonslaying!" (Ren)

Ren cut the flame, slashing at Gaelion. A fighting spirit in the form of a dragon flew up. I think I'll simply commend him for being able to cut through the flame.

Well, it is of no concern to me.

"Zweite Aura." (Naofumi)

I chant support magic for Gaelion.

"...Fumu. How lukewarm." (Gaelion)

Maybe my support magic had an effect; Gaelion caught Ren's attack with one hand. The dragon made from fighting spirit was grabbed by the neck and crushed.

"Oh yes, you may not know it, but now I shall allow you to witness a dragon's...a Dragon Emperor's serious Breath."

"I, Dragon Emperor Gaelion command the heavens, command the Earth, cut off reason, connect. My power. Manifest a strength to destroy the foolish one before me!" (Gaelion)

I saw the development of countless magic formations overlapping in front of Gaelion. Even though you had such a thing, why was it not used until now? I hate stinginess, you know?

No, could it not be used? He's a Great Dragon right now as well, so that possibility is high.

"Fuee...somehow, it feels dangeroussss..." (Rishia)

"I suppose so. Let's run." (Naofumi)

We quickly escaped.

"Like I'll let youuuuuuuu!" (Ren)

Ren is boldly attacking Gaelion. Energetically. I myself wish to pass on attacking in such a situation. Such work is for Heroes.

"I will become stronger than anyone. Yes...my desire has no limit...I will awaken to even more power in this place and defeat you, my desire has no limit! Feeding off of desire, I will become the strongest. Awaken power, triumph, prepare equipment, collect gold, increase power, become the strongest of all, everything wishes for me!" (Ren)

Is his head okay? This guy.

How many times are you gonna say the same thing? Desire, desire, annoying.

Awakening powers? You've already awakened as the Hero of the Sword.... Do you become that ridiculous if the curse erodes far enough? There's only a painful guy left now.

...Somehow, I've distinguished what curse Ren committed.

--Greed.

But I wonder why. It feels like a very pitiably small greed. It's hard to call that greed.

Greed is so to say, a bottomless desire, right? To want anything and everything, desire with no bounds.

In Ren's case, it can be summarized by his wanting to become strong. Of course, I'm not saying that is not a desire. But, guys truly driven by desire are more unsightly, coveting anything and everything.

After all, to be involved with just power...ah, I see, I understand why.

If I had to say, the process was the objective.

Desire is obtaining something because you want it. This has been obtained, but you also want that other one. That kind of feeling.

But in Ren's case, becoming strong is his intent, and the reason he wants to become strong is not to attain something else. The result and process are reversed.

I understand all the more because I've had a similar experience. Previously, when I was peddling...I should have been earning gold to get equipment, but my objective became earning gold, something like that. Would the Curse Series lend power even to this degree?

That would also become the reason why it can't beat my rage. No matter how much you increase the power of the Curse, with that greed, you cannot beat my rage. That is a transient greed.

"I am the strongest hero who will save the worldddddd! Obediently admit your defeatttttttttttttttttttttttttttt!" (Ren)

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