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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 365

2015-06-07T10:35:03Z

Santy: /* Defense Link */

==Defense Link==

“Queen Melty, hurry and evacuate!”

“I am the Queen here! I cannot flee from the battlefield.”

The enemy’s forces had pushed all the way to Melty, who was giving orders in the rear.
Including Itsuki, and the other Heroes, even Firo is being hard pressed by the advancing armies.
In a situation like that, Melty rushed to the field herself, and started offering support fire.

“Guhah!”

One of the soldiers protecting her was cut down.
They’re at a complete numerical disadvantage.
If you think about it normally, they’ve been pushed to a state where their defeat is all but assured.
The reincarnators attacks are reaching back far enough to damage Melty, the commander.

“Ah…”

A weapon wraps around Melty, and drags her off. She lets out a small voice at the event.
But even the Reincarnator holding it hesitates when it comes to killing a small girl like her. He opens his mouth.

“Is this the enemy commander? She’s just a child, isn’t she?”
“Hey take her in, I’ll let her into my Harem.”
“Mel-chan!” (Firo)
“Queen Melty!”

Firo starts her assault to save her friend from the men who were saying things she didn’t understand.
Her Vassal, the Claw, lets off a soft light.
Yes, while Firo is like that, she’s the Hero of the Claw, and Melty’s best friend.
There’s no way she’ll lose against any normal enemy.

“Don’t get in the way, bird!”
“Move! Mel-chan!” (Firo)

But the Reincarnator halts her advance.
While Firo’s gotten stronger as the Hero of the claw, her enemy also holds a vassal, and has received a strange power from the Goddess.

「Spiral Claw Ten」!

Ever since the Goddess Descended, the Reincarnators have been imbued with powerful support magic.
Because of that, they can be considered stronger than the Heroes.
Or else there’s no way Firo and the others would be driven to a corner so easily.

“Whoa.”

The powerful attack Firo unleashed was dodged by the man.

“That was dangerous, bird.”
“Ku… move!”

Female Knight presses Musou Kassei to the limit, and starts slashing at him.
But with his unnaturally high support effects, it’s hard to contest with the reincarnated soul.

“It seems that she’s pretty important, this girl.”
“I mean, we were told it was alright if all we did was capture her, right?”
“She’s a bishojo, so I’ll have her fall for my charms.”
“W-who would fall for someone like you!?” (Melty)
“This is the last time you’ll be able to say that. You’ll soon realize my true appeal.”
“Melty! Get your hands off of my daughter!” (Trash)

Trash yells out.
But if he were to fire a skill, Melty would be hit too.

“Father!” (Melty)
“What a Foolish King…. My planning was so many levels over yours, was it not?”
“What the hell are you saying!? You merely used your numerical advantage! And whenever anything bad happened, you relied on that woman!” (Melty)

Displeased with Melty’s response, the Reincarnator began to glare at her.
At the same time, Melty chanted magic.

「Dreifach Aqua Slash」!’

A blade of water slices him point blank.
It inflicted a light cut on his face, before coming to a stop.

“So you’ll lash out at me? Never mind, it doesn’t seem you’re worthy of my charms. Die! For world peace!”

The Reincarnator’s scythe swings down towards Melty…
Melty clenches her eyes closed.
And…

“For me to appear at a time like this, there must be something wrong with me.”

With perfect timing, I protect Melty in a heroic fashion.
I stop the Scythe with one hand, and hide Melty under my mantle with the other.
Just like that day… It was the same scene as when I protected her from the Three Hero Church Knights trying to kill her.

“So you were aiming for that timing?”

As he guessed the situation, Ren lifted his sword, and pointed it at the other Reincarnator.
Well, it’s not strange for him to think that by looking at that display.

“No, I really did arrive at the nick of time.” (Naofumi)
“N-Naofumi!?” (Melty)
“Yeah.” (Naofumi)

It’s an emotional reunion.
In Manga and Games, this would be where she would cry tears of Joy and cling to me, but…

『I who has understood the origin of power command…』
“Why are you firing magic at me without giving me a chance to speak!?” (Naofumi)
“So she’s finally revived Naofumi to torment us! Damn you Goddess!”

Ah… yeah, it seems quite a bit has happened.
So much that the Four Holy Weapons’ Manual wasn’t able to contain it all.
But why are they firing magic the second they see my face?

“Mel-chan! Fake Master, release Mel-chan!” (Firo)

Even Firo is glaring at me.
She even released a skill.

「Screw Claw Ten」!

I hold my hand out front, and stop Firo’s kick.
Why do I have to take both of these girls on at the same time?
Even Female Knight’s giving me the evil eye.
My risen tension’s been crashed all at once.
Well, I also feel that I was getting a bit ahead of myself having gained a new power, so maybe this is for the best.

“Well, I know you won’t believe me, but the Spirits allowed the Four Heroes to escape to their original worlds. And like this, I’ve now returned.” (Naofumi)
“That’s a lie! The Naofumi I know can’t stop Firo-chan’s kick!” (Melty)
“I wasn’t that weak!” (Naofumi)

If it was a Firo-Class attack, I think the past me could have stopped it.
… Right? I could have stopped it, right?

“Now then… For now, I was able to get in easier than I thought.” (Naofumi)

I ignore Melty’s magic, and turn to the Reincarnator.
This is… I don’t think I’ll have to show any of my trumpcards here.
From what I can see, it looks like Trash has mastered Revelation Class magic.
I can tell from the supports cast on Firo.

Itsuki is… fighting on the front lines, it seems.
Fohl is quite close by.
He’s evenly fighting back right now.

“Fumu.”

I activate the Shield, and look for a skill I can use.
As long as the world allows it, all skills that the Shield can use in the world have been unlocked!
… No, I can’t really say that. Just how long is this list?
Well, if it’s just to the extent of the skills a normal Hero can learn, I can use them. That’s a bit of the power I have.

「Defense Link EX」!

I hold out the Shield, and call out a Skill Name.
This is the first time I’m using this one.
It’s the first time I’m learning a skill directly from the Shield, but there’s no way I can’t use it.
The Skill Defense Link was just as it sounds.

Its effect was… all attacks those I consider allies take are treated as attacks directed at me. I can shoulder all the damage.

EX is… a Hero’s limit.
There are some levels above, but so the Goddess won’t notice, I’ll stop at this.
A barrier-like membrane is deployed around a large area, as I activate the skill to protect my comrades.

With half-hearted defense, the skill is suicide.
Of course, the current me can take this with ease.

Protect everyone. That’s my role.
Never again will attacks reach my comrades behind me.

The radius is about 20 meters. If I raise the output further, I feel the bitch will notice it.
I don’t really have a reason to hold back, but I don’t know what will happen, so I’ll do it in moderation.

Now’s not the time for me to get serious yet.
If they run after realizing they can’t beat me, that would be terrible.
I’ll wait for Raphtalia and the others to get here before I really start exerting myself.

“Ren.” (Naofumi)
“What?” (Ren)
“Don’t dodge, just cut at them.” (Naofumi)
“Wha—Are you telling me to die!?” (Ren)
“I used a power to make it alright. Just go do it!” (Naofumi)

The sound of metal hitting metal echoes all over my body.
I mean, I’m taking the damage of all those around me at once, so it’s to be expected.

“A-ah.”

The surrounding solders find themselves dumbfound after feeling no damage while being cut.
Seeing that, Ren timidly drops his defense as he struck his sword at the reincarnators.

“You’re not dodging? Are you an idiot?”
“Take this! 「Variable Messiah」!”
“What!?”

I’ll bet the Reincarnator intended to cleave Ren in half in that single swing.
He was smiling, but as he saw Ren standing intact, his expression warped.
And Ren’s sword starts glittering brilliantly. It becomes giant, and he starts swinging it downward on the enemy.

Oh, that’s quite a flashy skill.
Ren definitely didn’t know that one before.

Oh right. Ren did say he went to another world once.
It’s probably a Sword Skill he acquired at that time.
Does he hold anything else you can only find in another world?
No, I don’t really need them, but I’ll bet the others do.

“Uuu… I feel like I shouldn’t be alive, Naofumi.” (Ren)
“But you’re fine, right?” (Naofumi)

If you move your body along with the blade, and dodge by a manner of millimeters, you can eliminate all unnecessary movements, but that sort of style doesn’t suit me.
If the enemies can’t do any damage in the first place, you can just ignore their attacks without dodging.
That means, by nature, they can now attack faster than anybody else.
Well, it’s not really a strategy to be praised, though.

“Even so, it’s not something I’d like to use often. I’m scared for when the time comes where it seems natural.” (Ren)
“If you show such leisure before the enemy, you’ll die!”

The Reincarnator tries to act cool as he attacks Ren from behind.

“Leisure? I’d like to call it trust, you know.” (Ren)
“Guwah!”

Holding his sword behind him, Ren lightly parries the reincarnator’s attacks before slashing him.

“Oh my… you’ve gotten better.” (Naofumi)

His movements are sharper.
On the contrary, his basic abilities have risen a few levels.
It’s like a fight between an amateur and a novice, he’s showing a complete difference in power. Something like that.
It appears that his claims to be stronger were no lie.

“By the way… Melty, Firo. I’d like it if you stopped already.” (Naofumi)

For a while now, Melty and Firo have been unleashing a stream of coordinated magic attacks and skills at me.
‘You must be in pain, being controlled by the enemy. Don’t worry, I’ll give you peace.’
‘Master, Firo will get over your death. Firo will try harder, so you can sleep now.’ It’s like they’re saying those sorts of words of parting.
I thought I had made quite a dramatic entrance, but I’m being treated like a Zombie.

“I keep telling you I’m not Dead!” (Naofumi)
“I’ll reveal your true form!” (Melty)
“Yeah, Master is…” (Firo)
“Just quit it already!” (Naofumi)
“… This is a tragedy brought about by the trust they placed in you, and the Goddess’s underhanded tactics.”

Ren starts muttering with an amazed expression.
Please stop. My body doesn’t hurt, but my heart can’t take it anymore.
And as if he just noticed her, Ren started waving his hand at Female Knight, and calling her name.

“Eclaire!” (Ren)
“Who are you!?” (Female Knight)

Ah, Ren looks really hurt.
He reunited with the person he liked after two years, but this is the outcome.

“It’s me! Ren. Please believe me!” (Ren)
“The Ren I knew was a childish youth. He definitely wasn’t someone like you! If you plan on deceiving me, try putting a little more effort into it!” (Female Knight)

Should I just use some power to revert him after all?
But if I do that before their eyes, they’ll definitely recognize me as an enemy.

“Trash! Just figure it out already!” (Naofumi)
“Nu!?” (Trash)

Since I had been standing still without showing any resistance for a while, it seems Trash figured something out.

“Melty, that Iwatani-dono doesn’t show signs of being an enemy. I think it’s alright if we trust him a bit.” (Trash)
“Father… but…” (Melty)
“I understand your sentiment, but after he’s done this much for us, we have no option but to rely on him in this battle.” (Trash)

It’s finally reached a stage where I can talk.

“Now then, Trash. I’ve a little bit of information about the situation up until I was able to get here. Fighting the Queen is definitely unpleasant, but will refraining from doing so make your wife happy?” (Naofumi)
“Nu…”

My words turn Trash’s expression bitter.
He’s been through some pain, but I won’t let this reach a bad ending.
I’ll definitely save Melty and Firo… Everyone.

“You don’t have to give an answer yet. But in this war, just how much of Melromark will become victims? Will that delight the Queen?” (Naofumi)
“… Iwatani-dono’s words are correct. Everyone! Follow Iwatani-dono’s lead! Melty, follow my orders, and take command.” (Trash)
“Y-yes father! … It’s not like I trust you or anything, Naofumi.” (Melty)

She let loose some Tsundere-esque lines, that girl.
Similarly, Firo seems to have grieving over my death, so she’s still half in doubt about me.

“I know.” (Naofumi)

For the love of god, when I get back, I’m treated like a zombie.
That Goddess sure likes picking a fight.

Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 366

2015-06-07T07:53:14Z

Santy: Created page with "==Paranoia Begets Paranoia== “Anyways, for now…” When I looked to see what Fohl was doing, I saw he was being hard pressed by an imitation of Atlas. “Onii-sama, you..."

==Paranoia Begets Paranoia==

“Anyways, for now…”

When I looked to see what Fohl was doing, I saw he was being hard pressed by an imitation of Atlas.

“Onii-sama, you’re in the way.”
“Ku…” (Fohl)

As if she could see, the fake followed Fohl’s movements with her eyes while she one-sidedly attacked Fohl, who was on the defense.
She looks a little more childish than the real one, and a little bit prettied up.
What’s more, her breasts are strangely large.
Was someone’s wishes mixed into this one?

The Shield lets out a pinging sound.
Ah, so you want me to go there.
I lightly jump towards them, instantly arrive at the fake attacking Fohl, and grab her head with one hand.

『Onii-sama, are you telling me you can’t differentiate between the real me and an imposter?』
“!?”

Atlas exposes herself from the Shield, and begins glaring at Fohl.
And Fohl’s eyes expand as if he’s witnessing a portrait of hell.
Well, being attacked by comrades revived from the dead is a sort of Hell in itself.

『If you can’t tell a fake like this from me, I’ll scorn you.』
“Move aside, ugly!” (Fake Atlas)
“You’re not Atlas! Atlas would never talk to Aniki like that!” (Fohl)

Fake Atlas begins to abuse me.
At the same time, Fohl swings his fist towards her.

「Dragon of Ruin Inferno Fist X」,
「Vicious Tiger Piercing Foot X」!

Calling out finishers one after the other, Fohl aims kicking skills on the fake Atlas.
His attacks are deciding this.
Fake Atlas unsteadily retreats a few steps, before muttering.

“H-how foolish.”

Oh… like the Demi-Human Shadow I defeated once before, her body turns black before she completely fades away.
I guess that’s a fake for ya.
The real Atlas would have been able to dodge that.

『Good grief… it seems Onii-sama hasn’t changed at all.』
“Atlas… and Aniki?” (Fohl)
“Yeah.” (Naofumi)
“Are you… real?” (Fohl)
“It seems there was a Fake Atlas here. Did that Goddess look through someone’s head and make it?” (Naofumi)

It seemed to have no standard of quality.
That was probably what Fohl once desired.
Though that is questionable in itself.

“Aniki, what happened? Atlas too.” (Fohl)
“This and that. I’ll explain it in detail later, but now…” (Naofumi)

On top of being fused with the Spirit of the Shield, various powers from various worlds have been injected into her, so Atlas was able to show herself.
Seeing Atlas, Fohl rushed over to her with teary eyes.

“Atlas!” (Fohl)
“Ah, Onii-sama.” (Atlas)

Fohl tried to hug her, but he merely passed through.
She’s a mixture of a spirit, and a soul, so holding her may prove to be a bit difficult.
I guess if I had to say, Atlas is currently the highest level form of a ghost.

“I have no body, so it’s impossible.” (Atlas)?
“A-Atlas!” (Fohl)
“Ah, but I can touch Naofumi-sama, you know.” (Atlas)

Atlas starts nuzzling me.
Please stop doing things to provoke people…
I mean, Fohl’s finally started to get around to calling me Aniki. What are you trying to do by turning him hostile?

“Gununu…” (Fohl)
“Don’t make such a jealous face. Oy, oy, don’t cry, it’s alright.” (Naofumi)

Perhaps he’s become overcome with emotions on having met his deceased sister. Fohl breaks into tears.
When Atlas is around, he really turns into an idiotic brother.

“Aniki!” (Fohl)
“What? By the way, I’m not a fake.” (Naofumi)
“Aniki!” (Fohl)

Fohl clings to me.
I don’t really enjoy being embraced by guys, but… I guess it’s fine for today.
I mean, he seems to be happy.

Even so, Firo and Melty won’t come closer to hug me.
And their treating me as a mysterious enemy.
I’m well aware they have their reasons, but I’ll remember this.

“You survived!” (Fohl)
“Pretty much. But I’m about to burst into tears because no one believes me.” (Naofumi)

While that conversation was going on…

“Ara ara, if it isn’t a little visitor from hell.”

Medea instantly appears in the air above us. She calmly starts talking to us.

“I was sure I had killed you, but you’re surprisingly tough.” (Medea)
“It was just a bit of a miracle. Luck was on my side, and I was able to survive your attack.” (Naofumi)
“…”

She seems to be laughing, but she’s also thinking about something.
I assume she’s figuring out that I was saved by what the God Slayer left behind.
She’s not wrong, or anything.

But I don’t think she’ll be able to figure out I’ve become a being close to her.
IF she had, she would have immediately erased me with a conceptual attack, or something.
If that happened, I would immediately counterattack, though.

I’ve even made countermeasures for that attack.
With the long time I’ve spent, I’ve thought long and hard about defeating her.
But to do that, I’ll need to stall for a bit more time.
Honestly, it’s best to think that I have absolutely no means of attacking until Raphtalia gets here.

“No matter. I’ll retreat for today. Offer as many thanks as you want to your miracle. I was just getting bored, but now it seems we can play a little longer.” (Medea)

Medea snaps her fingers.
And the Reincarnators that had been on the field, as well as their comrades, the enemy soldiers disappeared in an instant.

“Well then, let’s play some more games tomorrow. Goodbye.” (Medea)

Just as with when she appeared, she vanished in an instant.
It appears that she’s really gone.

Even so, games…
So this battle is nothing more but a bit of fun for her.
Damn her! Well, I’ll let her have fun with her games for now.
We just have to be the ones preparing for battle.

“Well then, isn’t it about time… you stop looking at me like that?” (Naofumi)

Starting with Melty, even Firo is vigilant of my presence. It’s an unpleasant feeling.

“Firo? You don’t recognize me?” (Naofumi)
“Um, you’re probably Master, Firo think. But like Mel-chan’s mom, and the Musou Grandma, you may be being controlled after death, Firo thinks.” (Firo)

I let out a deep sigh.
Ah… this world really is crappy.
It never lets things go my way.
The second I get here, I’m already getting regrets.
Can’t this world get destroyed already? Not that I’ll let it.

“N-Naofumi-san!?”

Itsuki and Rishia ran over.
The enemy had completely disappeared, so it’s natural that he reunited with the main forces.

“Yo, Itsuki. You sure worked hard. And, I understand that you may be wary of me, but please believe me.” (Naofumi)

Itsuki seems half in doubt as he stares at me.
I think he’ll be a reliable comrade, but it’s troubling that he’s approaching bow in hand.

“Itsuki! It’s been a while!”
“Um… who is that over there? He looks kinda like Ren.” (Itsuki)
“Yeah, that’s Ren. Before coming back here, he spent two whole years in his original world.” (Naofumi)
“Eh!?” (Itsuki)

Itsuki’s face is colored with surprise.
I mean, even I was quite shocked at it.

“I know it may be a bit much to believe us here.” (Naofumi)

Female Knight is still giving Ren a suspicious look.
Ren is trying to find words to return.
But that Bitch Goddess really never does anything decent.

“Rafu~.”
“Oh? If it isn’t Raph-chan.” (Naofumi)

If even Raph-chan was wary of me, I’d get depressed, but Raph-chan lovingly brushes up against my side.
Oh… It seems the ones here who believe me are only Raph-chan and Fohl.
I’ll give him a lot of pats.

“Aniki is the real deal. I can tell that he’s not being used.” (Fohl)
“That’s right. It is exceedingly unpleasant to see you handle Naofumi-sama like that.” (Atlas)
“Looking closely, that Atlas-chan. She doesn’t have a body?”
“I kinda became one with the Spirit of the Shield. I’m different from some fake that was made with someone’s memories at the base, right?” (Atlas)

Seeing Atlas distance herself from Fohl, Melty and Firo drop their guard.
Is that really enough to convince them?

“It’s not like I believe you, or anything, you got that!?” (Melty)
“Ah, yes, got it.” (Naofumi)

Paranoia really is something else.

“I know how things generally progressed, but I’d like the specifics.” (Naofumi)
“Um, so Naofumi. Raphtalia-san is…” (Melty)

Troubled with how to ask the question, Melty tries talking to me.
It’s not strange for them to think she died with me back then.

“She’s in the middle of another job. Just like we brought Ren, she’s off to go drag Motoyasu here.” (Naofumi)
“Really!?”

Hmm? They were listening in? Midori and the other two draw closer.
These guys love Motoyasu. It’s probably best if I tell them.

“Is Motoyasu-san alive as well?” (Midori)
“Yep, he’s still kicking. It seems he was sent to a world parallel this one, so finding him was quite a trial.” (Naofumi)
“So Mokkun isn’t in his original world?” (Kuu)
“That seems to be the case. I thought I would try searching his world, but I got a response from him around here.” (Naofumi)
“Where’s this parallel world? Is that where Mou-chan is?” (Marin)
“It’s hard to explain. It’s a different world almost exactly the same as this one, to put it simply.” (Naofumi)
“Different, and yet the same?”
“If, at that time… wait, that guy can have regret? If, at that time, he had a regret, and wanted to make another choice, then he’s in a world where that can happen.” (Naofumi)

Midori, Firo and the other Filo Rials tilt their heads.
They’re definitely not getting any of this.
But Midori is supposed to be smarter than Firo, so I think he understands more. He mutters to himself before seemingly accepting it.

“To put it so Future Queen of the Filo Rials, Firo, can understand it, there’s a world where you never met Naofumi-san, and you were born and raised as a normal Filo Rial.” (Midori)
“Really?” (Firo)
“That’s how it is.” (Naofumi)
“Hmm?” (Firo)

Firo tilts her head again.
With her head, I think it’ll be impossible to get this through.
Well, that’s just how she is.
I really don’t want to meet a smart Firo someday.

“Anyways, there’s no need for us to stand around here to talk. Shouldn’t we return to somewhere safe?” (Naofumi)

I mean, we already intercepted the enemy.

“… Understood. Let’s leave this to a person who can determine whether this Naofumi is real or fake. Until then, we’ll put that matter on hold.” (Melty)
“There’s someone who can do that?” (Naofumi)

What a convenient special ability.
Does that mean there’s a reincarnator on our side?

“What are you talking about? It’s Sadina-san.” (Melty)

Ah, Sadina.
Does she have the ability to determine my authenticity?
No… I’ve been with her for a long time, so perhaps she can.
There’s no helping it. If that’s what it takes to get them to believe me, I’ll undertake Sadina’s appraisal.

And like that, we left Melromark’s battlefield, and started moving towards the Castle Town.

Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 365

2015-06-07T07:43:18Z

Santy: Created page with "==Defense Link== “Queen Melty, hurry and evacuate!” “I am the Queen here! I cannot flee from the battlefield.” The enemy’s forces had pushed all the way to Melty,..."

==Defense Link==

“Queen Melty, hurry and evacuate!”
“I am the Queen here! I cannot flee from the battlefield.”

The enemy’s forces had pushed all the way to Melty, who was giving orders in the rear.
Including Itsuki, and the other Heroes, even Firo is being hard pressed by the advancing armies.
In a situation like that, Melty rushed to the field herself, and started offering support fire.

“Guhah!”

One of the soldiers protecting her was cut down.
They’re at a complete numerical disadvantage.
If you think about it normally, they’ve been pushed to a state where their defeat is all but assured.
The reincarnators attacks are reaching back far enough to damage Melty, the commander.

“Ah…”

A weapon wraps around Melty, and drags her off. She lets out a small voice at the event.
But even the Reincarnator holding it hesitates when it comes to killing a small girl like her. He opens his mouth.

“Is this the enemy commander? She’s just a child, isn’t she?”
“Hey take her in, I’ll let her into my Harem.”
“Mel-chan!” (Firo)
“Queen Melty!”

Firo starts her assault to save her friend from the men who were saying things she didn’t understand.
Her Vassal, the Claw, lets off a soft light.
Yes, while Firo is like that, she’s the Hero of the Claw, and Melty’s best friend.
There’s no way she’ll lose against any normal enemy.

“Don’t get in the way, bird!”
“Move! Mel-chan!” (Firo)

But the Reincarnator halts her advance.
While Firo’s gotten stronger as the Hero of the claw, her enemy also holds a vassal, and has received a strange power from the Goddess.

「Spiral Claw Ten」!

Ever since the Goddess Descended, the Reincarnators have been imbued with powerful support magic.
Because of that, they can be considered stronger than the Heroes.
Or else there’s no way Firo and the others would be driven to a corner so easily.

“Whoa.”

The powerful attack Firo unleashed was dodged by the man.

“That was dangerous, bird.”
“Ku… move!”

Female Knight presses Musou Kassei to the limit, and starts slashing at him.
But with his unnaturally high support effects, it’s hard to contest with the reincarnated soul.

“It seems that she’s pretty important, this girl.”
“I mean, we were told it was alright if all we did was capture her, right?”
“She’s a bishojo, so I’ll have her fall for my charms.”
“W-who would fall for someone like you!?” (Melty)
“This is the last time you’ll be able to say that. You’ll soon realize my true appeal.”
“Melty! Get your hands off of my daughter!” (Trash)

Trash yells out.
But if he were to fire a skill, Melty would be hit too.

“Father!” (Melty)
“What a Foolish King…. My planning was so many levels over yours, was it not?”
“What the hell are you saying!? You merely used your numerical advantage! And whenever anything bad happened, you relied on that woman!” (Melty)

Displeased with Melty’s response, the Reincarnator began to glare at her.
At the same time, Melty chanted magic.

「Dreifach Aqua Slash」!’

A blade of water slices him point blank.
It inflicted a light cut on his face, before coming to a stop.

“So you’ll lash out at me? Never mind, it doesn’t seem you’re worthy of my charms. Die! For world peace!”

The Reincarnator’s scythe swings down towards Melty…
Melty clenches her eyes closed.
And…

“For me to appear at a time like this, there must be something wrong with me.”

With perfect timing, I protect Melty in a heroic fashion.
I stop the Scythe with one hand, and hide Melty under my mantle with the other.
Just like that day… It was the same scene as when I protected her from the Three Hero Church Knights trying to kill her.

“So you were aiming for that timing?”

As he guessed the situation, Ren lifted his sword, and pointed it at the other Reincarnator.
Well, it’s not strange for him to think that by looking at that display.

“No, I really did arrive at the nick of time.” (Naofumi)
“N-Naofumi!?” (Melty)
“Yeah.” (Naofumi)

It’s an emotional reunion.
In Manga and Games, this would be where she would cry tears of Joy and cling to me, but…

『I who has understood the origin of power command…』
“Why are you firing magic at me without giving me a chance to speak!?” (Naofumi)
“So she’s finally revived Naofumi to torment us! Damn you Goddess!”

Ah… yeah, it seems quite a bit has happened.
So much that the Four Holy Weapons’ Manual wasn’t able to contain it all.
But why are they firing magic the second they see my face?

“Mel-chan! Fake Master, release Mel-chan!” (Firo)

Even Firo is glaring at me.
She even released a skill.

「Screw Claw Ten」!

I hold my hand out front, and stop Firo’s kick.
Why do I have to take both of these girls on at the same time?
Even Female Knight’s giving me the evil eye.
My risen tension’s been crashed all at once.
Well, I also feel that I was getting a bit ahead of myself having gained a new power, so maybe this is for the best.

“Well, I know you won’t believe me, but the Spirits allowed the Four Heroes to escape to their original worlds. And like this, I’ve now returned.” (Naofumi)
“That’s a lie! The Naofumi I know can’t stop Firo-chan’s kick!” (Melty)
“I wasn’t that weak!” (Naofumi)

If it was a Firo-Class attack, I think the past me could have stopped it.
… Right? I could have stopped it, right?

“Now then… For now, I was able to get in easier than I thought.” (Naofumi)

I ignore Melty’s magic, and turn to the Reincarnator.
This is… I don’t think I’ll have to show any of my trumpcards here.
From what I can see, it looks like Trash has mastered Revelation Class magic.
I can tell from the supports cast on Firo.

Itsuki is… fighting on the front lines, it seems.
Fohl is quite close by.
He’s evenly fighting back right now.

“Fumu.”

I activate the Shield, and look for a skill I can use.
As long as the world allows it, all skills that the Shield can use in the world have been unlocked!
… No, I can’t really say that. Just how long is this list?
Well, if it’s just to the extent of the skills a normal Hero can learn, I can use them. That’s a bit of the power I have.

「Defense Link EX」!

I hold out the Shield, and call out a Skill Name.
This is the first time I’m using this one.
It’s the first time I’m learning a skill directly from the Shield, but there’s no way I can’t use it.
The Skill Defense Link was just as it sounds.

Its effect was… all attacks those I consider allies take are treated as attacks directed at me. I can shoulder all the damage.

EX is… a Hero’s limit.
There are some levels above, but so the Goddess won’t notice, I’ll stop at this.
A barrier-like membrane is deployed around a large area, as I activate the skill to protect my comrades.

With half-hearted defense, the skill is suicide.
Of course, the current me can take this with ease.

Protect everyone. That’s my role.
Never again will attacks reach my comrades behind me.

The radius is about 20 meters. If I raise the output further, I feel the bitch will notice it.
I don’t really have a reason to hold back, but I don’t know what will happen, so I’ll do it in moderation.

Now’s not the time for me to get serious yet.
If they run after realizing they can’t beat me, that would be terrible.
I’ll wait for Raphtalia and the others to get here before I really start exerting myself.

“Ren.” (Naofumi)
“What?” (Ren)
“Don’t dodge, just cut at them.” (Naofumi)
“Wha—Are you telling me to die!?” (Ren)
“I used a power to make it alright. Just go do it!” (Naofumi)

The sound of metal hitting metal echoes all over my body.
I mean, I’m taking the damage of all those around me at once, so it’s to be expected.

“A-ah.”

The surrounding solders find themselves dumbfound after feeling no damage while being cut.
Seeing that, Ren timidly drops his defense as he struck his sword at the reincarnators.

“You’re not dodging? Are you an idiot?”
“Take this! 「Variable Messiah」!”
“What!?”

I’ll bet the Reincarnator intended to cleave Ren in half in that single swing.
He was smiling, but as he saw Ren standing intact, his expression warped.
And Ren’s sword starts glittering brilliantly. It becomes giant, and he starts swinging it downward on the enemy.

Oh, that’s quite a flashy skill.
Ren definitely didn’t know that one before.

Oh right. Ren did say he went to another world once.
It’s probably a Sword Skill he acquired at that time.
Does he hold anything else you can only find in another world?
No, I don’t really need them, but I’ll bet the others do.

“Uuu… I feel like I shouldn’t be alive, Naofumi.” (Ren)
“But you’re fine, right?” (Naofumi)

If you move your body along with the blade, and dodge by a manner of millimeters, you can eliminate all unnecessary movements, but that sort of style doesn’t suit me.
If the enemies can’t do any damage in the first place, you can just ignore their attacks without dodging.
That means, by nature, they can now attack faster than anybody else.
Well, it’s not really a strategy to be praised, though.

“Even so, it’s not something I’d like to use often. I’m scared for when the time comes where it seems natural.” (Ren)
“If you show such leisure before the enemy, you’ll die!”

The Reincarnator tries to act cool as he attacks Ren from behind.

“Leisure? I’d like to call it trust, you know.” (Ren)
“Guwah!”

Holding his sword behind him, Ren lightly parries the reincarnator’s attacks before slashing him.

“Oh my… you’ve gotten better.” (Naofumi)

His movements are sharper.
On the contrary, his basic abilities have risen a few levels.
It’s like a fight between an amateur and a novice, he’s showing a complete difference in power. Something like that.
It appears that his claims to be stronger were no lie.

“By the way… Melty, Firo. I’d like it if you stopped already.” (Naofumi)

For a while now, Melty and Firo have been unleashing a stream of coordinated magic attacks and skills at me.
‘You must be in pain, being controlled by the enemy. Don’t worry, I’ll give you peace.’
‘Master, Firo will get over your death. Firo will try harder, so you can sleep now.’ It’s like they’re saying those sorts of words of parting.
I thought I had made quite a dramatic entrance, but I’m being treated like a Zombie.

“I keep telling you I’m not Dead!” (Naofumi)
“I’ll reveal your true form!” (Melty)
“Yeah, Master is…” (Firo)
“Just quit it already!” (Naofumi)
“… This is a tragedy brought about by the trust they placed in you, and the Goddess’s underhanded tactics.”

Ren starts muttering with an amazed expression.
Please stop. My body doesn’t hurt, but my heart can’t take it anymore.
And as if he just noticed her, Ren started waving his hand at Female Knight, and calling her name.

“Eclaire!” (Ren)
“Who are you!?” (Female Knight)

Ah, Ren looks really hurt.
He reunited with the person he liked after two years, but this is the outcome.

“It’s me! Ren. Please believe me!” (Ren)
“The Ren I knew was a childish youth. He definitely wasn’t someone like you! If you plan on deceiving me, try putting a little more effort into it!” (Female Knight)

Should I just use some power to revert him after all?
But if I do that before their eyes, they’ll definitely recognize me as an enemy.

“Trash! Just figure it out already!” (Naofumi)
“Nu!?” (Trash)

Since I had been standing still without showing any resistance for a while, it seems Trash figured something out.

“Melty, that Iwatani-dono doesn’t show signs of being an enemy. I think it’s alright if we trust him a bit.” (Trash)
“Father… but…” (Melty)
“I understand your sentiment, but after he’s done this much for us, we have no option but to rely on him in this battle.” (Trash)

It’s finally reached a stage where I can talk.

“Now then, Trash. I’ve a little bit of information about the situation up until I was able to get here. Fighting the Queen is definitely unpleasant, but will refraining from doing so make your wife happy?” (Naofumi)
“Nu…”

My words turn Trash’s expression bitter.
He’s been through some pain, but I won’t let this reach a bad ending.
I’ll definitely save Melty and Firo… Everyone.

“You don’t have to give an answer yet. But in this war, just how much of Melromark will become victims? Will that delight the Queen?” (Naofumi)
“… Iwatani-dono’s words are correct. Everyone! Follow Iwatani-dono’s lead! Melty, follow my orders, and take command.” (Trash)
“Y-yes father! … It’s not like I trust you or anything, Naofumi.” (Melty)

She let loose some Tsundere-esque lines, that girl.
Similarly, Firo seems to have grieving over my death, so she’s still half in doubt about me.

“I know.” (Naofumi)

For the love of god, when I get back, I’m treated like a zombie.
That Goddess sure likes picking a fight.

Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 362

2015-06-06T16:00:30Z

Santy: /* Immortality */

==Immortality==

“Did you find my explanation strange?”

“Yeah.” (Naofumi)

“But, I mean… rules are relative to each world. What’s right and wrong is dependent on the person, right? It’s not like I don’t see that. And to fulfill a sense of justice, there’s plenty a world that would lend its power and cause the fall of another.”

“What? Weren’t they supposed to save the world from its collapse?” (Naofumi)

“In your world’s words, would you fight an armed criminal empty-handed? In order to replenish the power expended saving the world, they’ll probably use some of it as fodder.”

“That’s putting the cart before the horse.” (Naofumi)

“The larger bug kills the smaller ones to survive. Is that wrong?”

… I can’t deny it.

Rules are whatever was made by the people there. There’s some logic to that.

From my experience, I can say that persecuting the Hero of the Shield is Melromark’s rule.

In truth, from the perspective of the many different forces I fought, I’m seen as the bad guy.

Since I’m evil, the right thing to do is defeat evil.

“But… she’s already descended to the world, right?”

“Yeah, and she’s dragged eight different worlds together.” (Naofumi)

“It’s probable that in the world that you’re trying to go to, the conditions needed for her to descend was the linking of eight worlds.”

“I don’t know the exact logic behind it, but that seemed to be the case.” (Naofumi)

Putting together the information I have, that seems right.

Or else, all she would have to do is come down and kill everyone in order to level.

If there was a reason she couldn’t, that’s the safest guess by process of elimination.

“That’s right. Let’s compare this all to a paper. You can place a light stone on it, right? But what about if the stone were heavier? You’ll need a paper thick enough to support it. The paper is the world, and the stone, god. No, it’s probably completely different, but I guess if she just came down as she pleased, there would be terrible aftereffects.”

A paper and a stone…

After the world assimilation started, the monsters’ levels all rose drastically.

The paper’s capacity wasn’t high enough, so it spiked its level?

The world has its own width, and a set amount of weight it can carry.

She gets it just big enough to sustain her before coming down.

I guess there’s some sense to it.

“… I get what you’re saying. Then if we report it to a defending world, will we be saved?” (Naofumi)

“It’s probably impossible. It’ll be hard to get all the way there.”

“What do you mean?” (Naofumi)

“The one who latched onto your world seems to be playing. Like a game, she makes the countries and people of the world fight just to see who will win. And regardless of whatever country comes out on top, if she senses a threat coming closer, she’ll immediately suck up all the power in the world, pack up, and run away. In order to see those that believed in her, those that were delighted at their own victory, fall into despair, and laugh. I’ve heard about something like that. People who find delight in things like that.”

Just how much of a bitch is she?

Nothing’s happened yet, but I still feel anger building in my stomach.

“To put it simply, it’s devolved down to a situation where the world will be destroyed at the push of a button. It’s not within the scope where it can be saved. Too late. Even with her grand talks of the past, present, or future, once the world itself is gone, there’s no reversing time. There’s only something like migrating to another world.”

“But that doesn’t mean I can give up!” (Naofumi)

I have a single wish. To bring peace to that place.

I decided. I will save that world.

“I know. I never told you to give up. Even so… with her doing that much, I guess she’s at least being monitored, but there’s… Internal discord, was it called?”

As the robed figure muttered to himself, I imagined a criminal infiltrating the ranks of a police force.

While earning trust, he continues to perpetrate crimes.

Even if he makes a report to the Spirits, if the person reporting is on the other side to start with, help won’t come.

“Then are you… a citizen of one of those protecting worlds?” (Naofumi)

“No. I’m different. I’m just in this line of work because I want to be. I’m just doing whatever I believe in. And so, I have as many reasons to fight as there are people in this world.”

“Truly infinite?” (Naofumi)

“Right. Whatever’s the right course of action varies by place. Though I think the one you’re fighting has a bit too twisted of a personality.”

‘I see…’ I mutter, as the robed figure takes a few steps forward, and points.

“The world you’re trying to reach is probably that one. But even if you can see it from here, it’s quite far.”

He points into the distant sky.

And there, a single large ball floated.

But from a glance, I could tell it was warping into a more elliptical shape.

Inside, some force was acting to try to contract the ball, and make it smaller. That’s how it looked.

“If it’s that one, then I’ve been there before. There should have been someone to protect it as well, but it seems he isn’t there anymore.”

“So you’ve been to that world?” (Naofumi)

“I’ve lent a little bit of my power to that one. I sometimes lend power to children like you too.”

“…” (Naofumi)

“Let’s say I gave you three wishes. Now then, what is it that you want?”

He suddenly brought up a question.

… I suddenly remember a demon of a lamp.

“Will it be money? Reviving the dead? Power? Having the one you like look your way? Or could it be… immortality?”

“Y-yeah.”

“I gave that world over the power to kill those immortal. And that world on the other side just watched as an immortal made a mess of another.”

So there are fiends in every world.

It’s not just that Bitch Goddess… This really is an unfair place.

“Is your world a paradise? With the movies, and manga, and anime you know of, isn’t that world like the story you’ve always dreamed of?”

“No, it’s more of a pain.” (Naofumi)

“I see. And, in the worlds I’ve stopped by, so that they can manage on their own, so with opponents of that level, they’ll be able to manage to some extent, I lend them my power. The reason you were able to survive after getting hit by a conceptual attack is probably due to that…”

So that’s why I was able to survive her attacks that had things like infinite and eternal in their names, and flee to my world?

Atlas did say something like that before we left.

I think it connects to that story before.

What is it that an immortal will do?

Make their own kingdom, and show off their own immortal status?

“What do you do about Evil Gods? If things go well, can’t they be defeated?” (Naofumi)

“Gods like that are just in it for the pleasure, so they give up quite quickly. As long as they can’t die, there are plenty of opportunities, and plenty of worlds out there. But this time is different. She’s just bloodthirsty. There’s no way you can win.”

“I understand what you’re saying. I can only take this as an elaborate joke, but it’s not like you’re devoid of logic. Then what should I do?” (Naofumi)

“Want me to go beat her? You won’t have any part in it, but it serves to benefit both of us.”

“If you get close, isn’t the world done for?” (Naofumi)

“That’s because she can sense protecting worlds. I… can’t be sensed by the Spirits, so I can go undetected to some extent. I think it’ll be fine.”

He did say he can’t be sensed by Spirits.

It’s safe to assume there’s something special about him.

“But protecting the world will be difficult. If I’m right before her eyes, then of course she’ll notice me, and if I try defeating her from afar, I’ll end up erasing all foreign matter in that world along with her. I’m not that skillful. In the worst case, she’ll disappear along with the world.”

“Foreign matter? Can’t you just erase all of that from the world?” (Naofumi)

“Wait, what I mean by foreign matter is all those who came from another world. Those whose bodies are disjointed from the world’s truth, and a few other things. I’ll end up eliminating them regardless if they be friend or foe. That will probably end with the deaths of their Heroes too…”

The robed figure’s right arm overflowed with light.

And what appeared on it was a claw of light identical in form to the Claw of 0.

But the size was quite different.

Firo’s Claw of 0 preserved its shape and size as a claw while it was used.

But the claw the robe showed me looked as if several swords had been stacked next to one another.

It’s probable that the power he lent that world was that bottle Fitoria kept in the ruins.

That means… this guy is my life’s savior.

Then perhaps I should believe in him.

No, if you think about it, I came here knowing fully well I would probably die.

If there’s any measure we have to beat her, if along with the world, we die, and this guy beats the bitch Goddess, then perhaps my regrets will fade.

… No.

If we beat her, then it’s for the sake of protecting the world.

It’s because we couldn’t do that that we’re so troubled. I can’t let this come to pass.

“There’s a possibility the world will fall to ruin, but I’m sure I can kill that Goddess. In order to prevent any more havoc by her hand, should I end it here?”

“Wait.” (Naofumi)

I grab the shoulder of the robe.

I decided at that time. That I would protect the world.

“What’s wrong?”

“Is there no other way?” (Naofumi)

“None… if I said that, would you give up?”

I silently shake my head.

“As I thought.”

The robed man dissolved the claw in his hand, and turned to me.

“I… decided to save that world.” (Naofumi)

“Then with that resolve in mind, do you swear to never look back? Can you live on without regrets? Will you hate the world if, in order to save it, you become a sacrifice to it?”

“How foolish. Would someone who couldn’t do that crawl his way back from death?” (Naofumi)

There are people I want to protect.

There are people I want to save.

There are people I love.

If I become a sacrifice for them, then that’s a cheap price to pay.

And wait, that really isn’t any different than before.

“I’ve kept you talking for a while. I have to go there as soon as I can.” (Naofumi)

I turn my feet to the world the robed man had pointed to.

“If a normal person tried walking there, they’d get into a world of problems. I’ll take you, so just wait a little longer.”

“Like I care! There’s a place I must go. I don’t care what happens to me on the way.” (Naofumi)

I say the words that had been on my tongue since the moment I decided to go.

“I’ll never regret it.” (Naofumi)

As if the robed man had given up, he hung his shoulders.

“… Got it.”

The robed figure took off his robe, and started folding it.

There… stood the strange lifeform depicted in Fitoria’s murals.

Summing it all up, he was something like a cat. He was bipedal, and his width was a bit unnatural.

But not to the extent of the beckoning cat, or earless blue robot.<ref>ED I guess he's referring to Doraemon.</ref>

He was wearing overalls, and his tail had the appearance of that of a lizard’s. I can only see him as some sort of cat beastman.

The Spirit of the Shield starts to circle me.

It’s as if he’s saying, ‘I believe in you.’

“You’re going to die, you know? You’re fine with that?”

“When I first went to that world, I discovered that life itself was a battle. Even if you’re simply basking in a warm bath one day, you know that an end will eventually come. There’s a time when you’ll die. And in order not to have any regrets, I’m going to go ahead.” (Naofumi)

Even if this choice leads to ruin… I won’t hold a grudge.

“Well then… just keep on going far, far in that direction, and you should get there. That’s the path you were on before you bumped into me.”

“I see. I won’t say this discussion was useless. Thank you.” (Naofumi)

Well, I really don’t know. But I’ll believe him for as much as the favor of indirectly saving my life is worth.

Hmm? Wait a second.

Can you get to a star in the sky by foot? No, I don’t have any other means in the first place.

It doesn’t seem the Spirit of the Shield can do anything to send me there right now.

Even so, it would be worse to have the suspicious guy I just met take me there.

I understand that he was going to do something with an unclear result.

In the first place, the world I’m looking for is right before my eyes, so shouldn’t I just get up and go?

“Come to think of it, you had me introduce myself, and you never gave your name.” (Naofumi)

“My name? I have quite a few, but are you fine with the one I’ve been called for the longest amount of time?”

“Yeah.” (Naofumi)

“Arc.”

“I see. Well, Later then.” (Naofumi)

“Just a moment. I’ll cast a charm to make your journey go well.”

“What is it?” (Naofumi)

“First, shake my hand.”

Hmm… I don’t really think I have the time for something like this.

“Now concentrate your mind… I’ll know if you’re not doing it, so make sure to do it properly.”

“Quit nagging.” (Naofumi)

“Calm yourself… yep, I’m done. Fare thee well.”

I part from Arc, and started treading down the path.

The light given off by the Spirit of the Shield didn’t go forward to lead me.

Thoughts of stopping by another world to get a car or rocket pass through my mind.

But that’s not my problem.

I mean, there’s no looking back, right?

And if I waited for the Spirit of the Shield to guide me back there, I doubt anything would happen.

Atlas did say that was the last bit of his power.

It seems that Arc fellow wanted to take me, but I’ll bet that would be just as slow.

Will things get hectic? Don’t worry. They already are.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 360

2015-06-06T15:32:29Z

Santy: /* Choice */

==Choice==

“Oi! You’re listening, right? Do something!” (Naofumi)

How many times have I called out to the Four Holy Weapons’ Manual and Shield Strap up until now?

The day is already ending…

My parents cautioned me to go study for college, but my body is unable to.

What do you want me to do?

“Oi!” (Naofumi)

I slam the book shut.

“Raphtalia.” (Naofumi)

“What is it?” (Raphtalia)

“…Perhaps we’re already too late.” (Naofumi)

We’ve had absolutely no progress since getting here, and perhaps there truly is nothing we can do.

As I was thinking that, I got the feeling that my field of vision was turning pitch black.

“I… think it would be best if I stopped reading this book…” (Naofumi)

The days pile onto each other, and I can’t keep reading the book that records the path leading to the deaths of my comrades.

“Forget everything, and as if nothing happened…” (Naofumi)

On my words, Raphtalia seems like she’s about to burst into tears.

“Please, don’t say something like that.” (Raphtalia)

“I know, but…” (Naofumi)

“Until the end, you cannot give up.” (Raphtalia)

“…” (Naofumi)

“Didn’t you want to return here after bringing peace to the world? I hate it. An ending that leaves such a bad taste in my mouth.” (Raphtalia)

“That’s true… but even if we were to return to that world, what would we do?” (Naofumi)

“What do you mean by that?” (Raphtalia)

“You know what I’m trying to say, right?” (Naofumi)

My question leaves Raphtalia silent.

Right, the identity of Medea’s attacks remain unknown.

What’s more, she took all the Heroes’ attacks as if they were on lower levels than mosquitoes.

Even if we got a little bit of damage through, it was but a scratch. It’s best to think we had absolutely no chance of victory there.

My job was to protect. But, insufficient in my role, I wasn’t able to do anything as I was taken out.

I don’t even think it has anything to do with ability or anything.

“To her, that fight was just a game… wasn’t it?” (Naofumi)

She flaunted her advantage so readily. There’s no way I wouldn’t despair over that loss.

Even if we were able to return to that world, we would only end up dead again.

“Even so… I will fight.” (Raphtalia)

“Raphtalia…” (Naofumi)

Raphtalia puts her hand on my face.

“Naofumi-sa...n, even if you get the chance, please stay in this world. I am… going to follow the path I believe is right. I don’t want to choose the option that leaves me having died a pointless death.” (Raphtalia)

Her words made me remember my own irritation, and made me want to smack myself for becoming a coward.

“That’s right… we can’t just stop fighting because we lost. Even if we may just die over there… it would be for what we believed in.” (Naofumi)

Just what was I so afraid of?

Right now, there truly is a bitch trying to end the world for fun.

Medea said it was for leveling up or something.

As if I’d let it get destroyed for the sake of that!

Tomorrow onwards, let’s increase the scope of our investigations.

There may be some library out there with something like the Four Holy Weapons’ Manual.

“Raphtalia, don’t underestimate me. I would never be satisfied if I ran away here. Because when I met the Spirit of the Shield and Atlas, I made a decision. I would bring peace to the world, and then live in this world with you once I was satisfied with the conclusion.” (Naofumi)

In an instant, color drained from the world, and sound disappeared in its entirety.

“W-what!?”

When I look out the window, I saw that the birds had stopped in midair, with their wings positioned to flap.

The Four Holy Weapons’ Manual began letting off a faint light, as it floated in the air.

Even though it never reacted once ‘til now, what’s it doing?

The pages rapidly flip back and forth.

The Shield Strap starts emitting light as well, and the light took a form of a person.

That shape was… Atlas.

“It’s been a while, Naofumi-sama.”

“Atlas… san.” (Raphtalia)

“Yes. It’s been even longer, Raphtalia-san.” (Atlas)

“Atlas? Why are you coming out of the Shield? Are you alright?” (Naofumi)

“For now, yes. As you can see, the time in Naofumi-sama’s world is currently stopped.” (Atlas)

“Well…” (Naofumi)

I already got that part from the window, and there’s no sound or color coming from the rest of the world.

If it was in another world, I wouldn’t be that surprised, but it’s a bit disturbing over here.

“Is this really my world?” (Naofumi)

“Yes, it is indeed Naofumi-sama’s world. This world’s principle of cause and effect has been tampered with to allow Raphtalia to have a place in it, it seems.” (Atlas)

“Fumu… and? Why did they do something like this?” (Naofumi)

“A reward… it seems.” (Atlas)

Atlas closes her eyes part-way.

A reward, is it?

That’s quite some nice service you’re offering if you’re going to give a reward to the guy who retired before reaching the goal.

Well, looking at Atlas’s expression, I can see this won’t be that nice of a chat.

“From the Spirit of the Shield?” (Naofumi)

“Yes. As an emergency measure, the Spirit of the Shield reluctantly sent you back to your original world.” (Atlas)

“Well yeah, I would have died at that rate.” (Naofumi)

“Yes, it’s a blessing you had that medicine inside of your Shield.” (Atlas)

“That medicine?” (Naofumi)

“What you put in to unlock the Shield of 0.”

Ah, that dragon-repelling poison.

It had a skill effective against God, so I wondered what other powers it had, but it can even let you evade death?

“Because of that medicine, the Four Heroes were barely able to retain their power, and Naofumi-sama was barely able to fool death.” (Atlas)

That means the possibility Ran and Motoyasu are still alive is high.

Also, if some of the other Heroes die once, perhaps it’d be alright.

“Let me say this first, but the Vassals’ lives aren’t guaranteed. Raphtalia-san was revived on a whim, apparently.” (Atlas)

With a somewhat sullen expression, Atlas says this while facing Raphtalia.

“It was a mistake, a miracle stemming from Raphtalia’s coincidence with Naofumi-sama, and her connection to his heart at the time.” (Atlas)

Sparks seem to fly between the two women.

No matter what happens, she never changes.

“And so? Why are you doing something like this now?” (Naofumi)

“According to the Spirit of the Shield, he wants to ask you what you want to do from here on out.” (Atlas)

“… You mean whether to forget everything and live in this world in peace, or die in a foreign world?” (Naofumi)

“… Yes.” (Atlas)

Atlas gives her response after a heavy period of silence.

Those options are quite harsh.

For one week, I’ve lived here with Raphtalia. It’s not as if I don’t feel that it would be nice to do this forever.

That’s just how comfortable it was.

“The Spirit of the Shield says your opponent was just too powerful. That there’s no established way to defeat someone even the 0 Skills didn’t work on.” (Atlas)

“So they don’t have any measures?” (Naofumi)

Until the wave ended, didn’t they summon the Four Heroes because they would be able to overcome it?

“Originally, they would just wait for the wave to quiet down, and even in the worst of situations, there was a possibility to avert them with the 0 Skills.” (Atlas)

“What do you mean by that?”

I think I heard something similar from her earlier.

That on the path to overcoming the wave, it would somehow work out.

It’s as if they have some sort of flaw, or disadvantage.

“That much is… it’s just that based on the power offered by the medicine, those of the physical world should be put in a disadvantageous situation if the wave extends for too long… or it should be like that.” (Atlas)

Disadvantageous situation…

Does that bitch of a Goddess have something like a weakness?

In the first place, there has to be a reason why she never came down to the world in the first place.

For someone with strange powers like hers, I’m sure she’s destroyed various worlds before.

“But the world’s already assimilated.” (Naofumi)

“Yes. It’s already… too late, says the Spirit of the Shield.” (Atlas)

Too late…

I was summoned as a Hero, and I came all the way here. Yet it just ends with those words?

But…

“As if I could give up that easily.” (Naofumi)

“Yes!” (Raphtalia)

“Yes… and so, the Spirit of the Shield will wring out his last bit of power, and give it an all or nothing chance by opening the door to our world. He’s asking for your decision.” (Atlas)

“So it’s a one-way ticket to hell?” (Naofumi)

“Yes. This time, if you lose, it’s truly the end. You really will die. No… death may be one of the better fates you could receive.” (Atlas)

That goddess can move even the dead to her will. Even if I die, I may end up her puppet.

How troublesome.

“Even so… will you go back?” (Atlas)

Even if I survive, I can’t return. That’s what the Spirit of the Shield is trying to tell me.

“I am… always with Naofumi-sama. Raphtalia-san is also here. I do feel bad for everyone, and Onii-sama, but… giving up is still a valid option. No one there would ever blame Naofumi-sama or Raphtalia-san for it.” (Atlas)

“I don’t want to. For me… Naofumi-sama, the world, they’re all irreplaceable.” (Raphtalia)

“As expected of Raphtalia-san. The Hero of the Hammer is quite happy for you.” (Atlas)

“Naofumi-sama, regardless of what decision you make here, I must follow that path I’ve chosen. I offer my deepest apologies.” (Raphtalia)

“… No? Raphtalia, I just said it before, right?” (Naofumi)

When she class-upped, and in various other times, I said but a single thing.

I want her to choose the life she wants to live.

That even if I wasn’t there, she had to choose her path for herself.

And by that right, Raphtalia has chosen to return to her original world, and fight.

I have not the qualifications to stop her.

This is my problem, and mine alone.

So what should I do?

Let’s see… if all of this happiness was for the sake of this decision, then I think I would curse fate as I accepted it.

No matter what conclusion comes about, in order to not leave any regrets, I want to protect everyone with my life on the line.

“It appears that you’ve already come to a conclusion…” (Atlas)

“Atlas, I’m sorry. I’m going to have to waste the life you sacrificed your life to save.” (Naofumi)

“No… as long as Naofumi-sama is satisfied with this, I will always follow and serve you.” (Atlas)

“Yep, I’m going to return to that world. Even if it ends with my death.” (Naofumi)

As I give my response, the strap and manual glow brighter, and a pillar of light manifests.

“Next… if you enter this pillar, you will cross dimensions, and you’ll probably be able to get there. I think.” (Atlas)

“Oi, oi. Those are some really unreliable words there.” (Naofumi)

“Well, the situation is as it is. Apparently, this path has been connected with the greatest possible conditions to ensure things go well. It took a while to accomplish that.” (Atlas)

“I see.” (Naofumi)

“Apparently, Naofumi-sama and Raphtalia-san’s strong desire to return was one of the necessary factors.” (Atlas)

“That sounds like the plot of an old game.” (Naofumi)

In that game, you win in the end, and get your Happy Ending, but I don’t have much hope for this one.

If you ask me whether I’m scared or not, I’m terrified.

In the first place, in all the fights I’ve been in, there’s never been one where I wasn’t afraid.

And I’ve never faced a supreme being who I had no means of dealing with.

Yep, I’m pretty sure I’ll die.

Even so, I just don’t want to give up.

It’s quite a strange feeling.

When I came to that world, I honestly wanted it to fall to ruin; but now my mind is filled with thoughts of saving it.

What changed me… Raphtalia, and Atlas. Our comrades that are still fighting at this very moment.

I’m not sure if I should say this myself, but my personality is quite twisted. It isn’t the best.

But still, this isn’t a bad feeling.

That’s right.

We’re not returning just to die.

We’re returning to give it a shot.

If my feelings are what invited me to that world, then I’ll just follow what I believe in.

“The Spirit of the Hammer is in agreement. Please be careful.” (Atlas)

“Yes, thank you very much.” (Raphtalia)

As Raphtalia answers, Atlas smiles… she changes into a mass of light, and vanishes.

We gather up all the things we thought would be useful in that world.

I’ll bet they won’t actually be of any use, but they’ll at least be of some relief.

“Then, I guess we’ll be off.” (Naofumi)

“Yes.” (Raphtalia)

We muster up our courage, and plunged into the pillar of light.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 336

2015-05-20T17:14:43Z

Santy: /* The Eighth */

==The Eighth==

“The land…? What’s happening?”

I definitely told him about it before, but Itsuki raises his voice.

But even if he did know, there was no way he could remain silent.

The Time Icon in our vision reverts to the normal hourglass… Zeltburg’s hourglass, but now’s not the time to think about that.

“Quit spacing out! Right now… we have to concentrate on the monsters the wave left behind. What do you think would happen if monsters of that level were let loose on the populace!?” (Naofumi)

“Y-yes!” (Itsuki)

Including Itsuki, everybody was thinking about it.

It was… the expanse of unknown land stretching out before us.

Because the wave had died down, no new monsters were spawning, but it left quite a severe mark behind.

“Rebuild the formation, and kill as many monsters as you can! Keep the casualties to a minimum! Understand!?” (Naofumi)

My voice snaps everyone back to reality, and they nod.

Glass runs off towards the unknown land, and begins helping sweep up the monsters.

A few hours passed.

We finally killed every last monster from the wave.

“What is happening?” (Itsuki)

Itsuki comes, and poses the question to me.

“I talked a bit about it, didn’t I? Looking at what was on the other side of the crack, it’s quite clear, isn’t it?” (Naofumi)

“But still…” (Itsuki)

“I want to confirm it too. Gaelion.” (Naofumi)

“Kyua!” (Gaelion)

Small mode Gaelion lets me hop aboard, and he changes to his giant form.

Taniko… isn’t here.

Gaelion unfolds his wings, and begins lifting himself into the air.

The ground below us gets smaller, and smaller, and the clouds grow in size.

I concentrate on the changed earth below.

From the Shield, I bring out a map of the country, and survey the land I can see.

From here, I can’t do a thorough investigation… at the very least, by looking down from above, I can see the new expanse of land.

“Fumu… the worst outcome didn’t come about, but it came ridiculously close. We have to prepare ourselves.” (Gaelion)

Gaelion seems to have a grasp of the situation.

“If I were to compare it to a cup, it’s already got cracks running down the middle… just how long is it before the water bursts out?” (Gaelion)

“I don’t know. It’s not like we don’t have emergency measures, but…” (Naofumi)

What should we do?

If I didn’t hold Tact back, the situation would become even worse, so I wasn’t able to prioritize one over the other.

I may be looking in hindsight here, but it’s good that I didn’t treat Glass as a complete enemy back when I first met her.

Well… it’s not certain that she’s our ally, and even if she’s an enemy, it’ll just be an extension of the wave.

“I decided to save the world. I’ll just do what I can.” (Naofumi)

“That’s quite some wishful thinking you’ve got there. But I’d like to believe the same.” (Gaelion)

After our conversation ended, we descended back down to the ground.

“…”

With the Wave’s monsters gone, we approach Glass, and her comrades; a group that looked like a form of army.

This is quite a critical situation… isn’t it?

I can’t let down my guard.

Of course. These people were our enemies up until now.

“First, I’d like to create some space for a discussion. Would that be alright with you?” (Glass)

“Understood. There are a few things I’d like to ask you as well.” (Naofumi)

Me and Trash act as representatives to stand before Glass.

I mean, with the King of Wisdom on our side, I think the conversation should head somewhere for the better.

“Let’s see. What’s become of the Heroes of your world? How about your followers?” (Naofumi)

“Yes. That world’s four heroes have all but been reduced to one… the other three have perished.” (Glass)

…This is quite troubling.

It’s not my problem, but it’s quite a dire situation.

“That’s why, I alone, to prolong the life of the world, attacked this world with my life on the line. Without the opportunity to beat a single person here, I ran out of time, and this situation came to pass.” (Glass)

Glass hangs her head.

Well, it’s something I already knew.

And we did barely manage to contain it.

“It was a way to preserve your world, so there’s no helping it. Since it’s come to this, we have to think of how to bring the situation under control.” (Trash)

Trash soothes Glass as he responds.

“Naofumi-san, what does this all mean?” (Itsuki)

“I did tell you before, right?” (Naofumi)

I mean, before the battle, I talked with all the heroes.

About just what sort of purpose the Heroes’ weapons originally held.

“That’s right, but I’d like to confirm it.” (Itsuki)

“Got it. Glass, I’d like to confirm the difference in our worlds. Can I ask?” (Naofumi)

“Of course, though there are few differences to speak of.” (Glass)

So everyone can hear, I reaffirm the truth.

“Then please listen. Originally, the four legendary heroes were… the keystone the world held in opposing the wave. If all the Heroes are to die in the middle of a wave… the world will fall to ruin. Of course, there are also vassals to uphold their banner, so it won’t fall immediately.” (Naofumi)

The Allied Armies begin talking amongst themselves.

I approached the representative of the Filo Rials, the one pulling the carriage… Fitoria.

“And it isn’t… Seven Stars. Eight vassals existed to offer support to the Four Heroes.” (Naofumi)

“Eight? There are Eight Seven Stars?” (Trash)

“That’s right. It’s likely that that Filo Rial is the Eighth one.” (Naofumi)

“Kue.” (Fitoria)

“A Filo Rial is?” (Trash)

“Is that strange? Right now, the Axe and Claw have both selected Filo Rials, you know.” (Naofumi)

Trash crosses his arms, and gets lost in thought. He turns to the army, and speaks.

“It was written in my wife’s memos. That there might be an eighth. And the reason why the legend of the eighth died out is… probably because they rarely interacted with humans.” (Trash)

That’s how it is.

Even if it was once common knowledge that there were eight, if no one knew where it was, or what it was doing, the legend would eventually become but a rumor in the wind.

I don’t really know why Fitoria acted in such a manner, but…

“You’re Fitoria, right?” (Naofumi)

“Kue.” (Fitoria?)

“Why were you providing support fire this wave? You’re strong, aren’t you?” (Naofumi)

She may even have every single strengthening method of the ancient Heroes.

I don’t believe her skills have dulled with age, but how is it?

“Kue.” (Fitoria)

…Oi.

“If you’re going to respond, please do it in a language I understand.” (Naofumi)

“Kue, kue.” (Fitoria)

“Umm, she says that a Hero of the past told her to avoid speaking in human tongue, apparently.”

Midori steps forward as an interpreter.

… I tell Firo not to speak too, but it seems a past Hero did the same.

“Cooperation is important, so she decided to at least offer some support. It takes a long time to re-awaken her legendary item, so she isn’t particularly strong, she says.” (Midori)

I see. It’s been too long, so her weapon has gone into a cycle of activity and hibernation.

So she only has strength around our current level…. How troublesome.

“Got it. Then is there any information you can hand down?” (Naofumi)

“Kue?” (Fitoria)

…Yep.

I totally got that.

“Apparently, she doesn’t really remember. It’s just that hourglasses far removed from human habitation have been placed under the providence of Fitoria and the Filo Rials.” (Midori)

… So there’s a place like that too.

That means there are other hourglasses in places we don’t know of.

When you think about it, we’ve never been to Silt Welt, or Shield Freiden, or any of the other major countries with them.

Large mountain ranges, and vast forests… there are countless places we haven’t even thought of exploring.

It seems that Fitoria’s team was taking care of the wave in places like that.

To protect the world unbeknownst to the populace. What sort of Ally of Justice is she trying to become?

Though it appears that her brain itself is around Firo’s level.

“FUOOOOOOH! Giant Filo Rial-sama!”

“KUEEEEEEE!?” (Fitoria)

Motoyasu notices Fitoria, and drops whatever he’s doing. He goes on the offense.

He shouts countless words of affection in her direction, and sends her running.

Amazing. It looks like she’s truly running for her life there.

Does she really hate him that much?

Motoyasu is also hated by Firo. Is he releasing some anti-Filo Rial pheromones?

No, he’s built up a favorable relationship with a number of them, so it must be an issue with his actions.

“Midori, I permit it. Go silence Motoyasu.” (Naofumi)

“Eh, ah, yes! EI!” (Midori)

“Fugu-”

Now possessing a legendary item, Midori thrusts his axe into Motoyasu from behind.

And with that, Motoyasu falls forward, never to speak again.

No, even if he’s like that, he’s a Hero. He isn’t injured at all.

Even so, Fitoria’s also bad at dealing with that man.

There’s no doubt she’s the one who put Firo in heat.

“We’re continuing the conversation.”

Motoyasu is quiet, so Fitoria regains her composure, and returns.

For the love of god, that man really needs to read the mood more.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 335

2015-05-20T17:08:19Z

Santy: /* United Front */

==United Front==

“Just what the hell is happening!?” (Naofumi)

I ask Itsuki once more.

“Report the situation!” (Naofumi)

“Understood!” (Itsuki)

In the face of the raging wave monster, I deploy Meteor Shield X, and protect the villagers.

There, Itsuki raises his voice, and begins his report.

Next to him, Rishia throws her weapon to take out the monsters outside the barrier.

Her weapon has changed from transparent to solid.

Well, just as the Spirit of the Shield and Atlas told me, because the Seven Star Weapons were released, Rishia’s been formally recognized as the Hero of the Projectile.

I don’t know the situation about the wave itself, but the battlefield is quite wide, and is enlarging as we speak.

What’s happening at the center of this wave?

It seems that Motoyasu and his three Filo Rials are fighting there, but it’s quite far, and the sheer amount of monsters in our way make it difficult to make them out.

“We participated in the wave from the start, but the monsters that appeared had very high levels, so it is a close battle. That is the situation.” (Itsuki)

I confirm the levels of the monsters exiting the void.

Interdimensional Bird of Ruin Level 220

“220!? It seems their levels suddenly spiked.” (Naofumi)

With numbers this high, I can see it being quite a struggle.

No, with 100 as the limit, they’re treading in dangerous waters!

Well, with support magic, I guess it’s not too bad.

Right now, everyone’s relying on Itsuki’s support magic to narrowly avoid defeat.

“That isn’t all, right?” (Naofumi)

The air whistles, and behind us, Trash appears, Cane in hand.

It seems he’s brought some Melromark and Allied soldiers with him.

“T-this is…” (Trash)

“Good timing! Trash, I leave the command to you. Make sure we don’t run out of support magic.” (Naofumi)

“Understood!” (Trash)

Trash is the Hero of the Cane, so he can use most forms of magic.

That includes the Magic of Heroes.

I went to the Magic Store, and learned how to transcribe spells, before teaching them to Trash.

Well, I only taught him the fundamentals, so I don’t suppose he can use Revelation, but he should be able to manage a Dreifach.

“How does the other battlefield look?” (Naofumi)

“It was Melromark’s complete victory, and the Faublian Army has surrendered. It seems something happened here, so I took your people who were fighting with us, and all those of the allied army that could still fight, and came here.” (Trash)

With him are Kiel and Taniko. Also, Rat and Miikun.

“Niichan! I worked hard!” (Kiel)

“I see. Good job.” (Naofumi)

I offer thankful words to Kiel.

The fact that she’s this energetic means that she must have contributed a lot to the war.

Hmm? Looking closely, Taniko’s carrying a whip I’ve never seen before.

C-could it be… she…

No, she does love monsters, so perhaps he has the proper affinity.

“It seems that this child has been selected as the next Hero of the Whip.” (Trash)

“KYUAAAAA!” (Gaelion)

Gaelion leaps in Taniko’s direction.

You do realize we’re in the middle of a battlefield, right!?

“I see. Then I’ll leave it to you!” (Naofumi)

“No… It’s not me…” (Taniko)

Taniko shakes as she answers me.

“That old woman! When the light came flying over, she used me as a Shield!” (Taniko)

“What are you talking about? The legendary Whip chose you.” (Rat)

“You’re definitely wrong!” (Taniko)

“Rafu~” (Mii-kun)

Tank-model Mii-kun calls out to calm both sides.

At the same time, Gaelion stands between them.

What the hell are these people doing…

“I definitely don’t want to be a Hero! I’m just a researcher!” (Rat)

“It’s not that I don’t want to fight, but I don’t want a Hero’s power!” (Taniko)<ref>TL: Whip-kun is sad. No one wants him.</ref>

The whip lets off a faint light, as it bounces back and forth between the two.

It still hasn’t made a decision?

As long as it adds to our forces, I don’t really care who gets it.

The Spirit seems troubled as well.

“You people… Just go fight already! The Whip chose someone, right!?” (Naofumi)

Well, both of them are skilled at support, and from what I’ve seen, the Whip has high support capabilities.

Is it that they don’t want to stand out?

Neither of them have particularly good images of Heroes either.

The Hero of the Whip chased Rat out of the country, and Taniko’s surrogate father was killed off by a Hero.

I bet it’s something like that.

And the Whip holds an affinity with those that use monsters.

Both of them have the qualifications.

“KYUA!” (Gaelion)

Gaelion puts Taniko on his back, and starts flying towards the center of the wave.

Don’t worry. The Gaelion you’re riding isn’t the Gaelion of the past.

After stealing the fragment of Faubley’s Dragon Empress, he’s now the Dragon Emperor with the highest amount of Fragments in the world.

“Go! Gaelion!” (Naofumi)

“KYUAAAAA!” (Gaelion)

Following my order, Gaelion changes to his giant dragon form, and bathes the battleground in flames.

Oh my. This is quite a powerup.

It seems that Taniko’s using the Whip’s power to cast support skills on him too.

I’ll have to teach her about her weapon later.

Raphtalia and Firo as well.

“And? Itsuki, what’s happening?” (Naofumi)

We move our mouths as we fight.

That’s just how pressed for time we are.

“Yes. The monster’s have become stronger as a start… and the enemy Naofumi-san encountered at the last red hourglass, Glass, appeared.” (Itsuki)

“As I thought… and?” (Naofumi)

“After that, the monsters went out of control, and we’re currently dividing and conquering. Next… you’ll have to hear it from Motoyasu-san and his Filo Rials, who’re fighting in the source!” (Itsuki)

“Got it!” (Naofumi)

So Itsuki and Rishia don’t know the whole situation themselves.

The remaining time on the Hourglass has dwindled quite a bit.

Like a warning alarm, the hourglass had begun flashing, alerting us of the danger.

“Raphtalia! Fohl! We’re going to rush right through to the source of the wave! Follow me!” (Naofumi)

“Got it!” (Fohl)

“Yes!” (Raphtalia)

“Rafu~!” (Raphchan)

As if she understood my order, the Filo Rial drawing the tank-like carriage begins clearing the way for us.

That’s… probably Fitoria.

That Tank is… no, it doesn’t matter. I’ll save that for later.

I shrug off the high leveled monsters with my Shield, as we rush to the center.

“DERYAAAAAAH!”

“Ku… That Shield… you’re Naofumi! Finally, a real one has arrived.”

There, for some reason, Motoyasu and Glass were combining their powers to shoot off skills towards the crack in the sky.

Protecting the two, Midori was at the front slaughtering the monsters headed in their direction. He was toting an unfamiliar axe.

“Why are… you fighting with Motoyasu’s group?” (Naofumi)

“At the start, I came to oppose him… but now’s not the time for such things! If we don’t contain the wave quickly, calamity will come!” (Glass)

“Yes… I know. But I don’t have any means of attack. So.. I came here to protect everyone.” (Naofumi)

The Shield told me just what sort of phenomenon the Wave was.

If it was telling the truth… then I guess I can understand why Glass would ally with us here.

This time, they’re directly attacking the crack itself.

This was something outside of Itsuki’s knowledge.

I concentrate my attention on the Shield, put in my Chi… and release.

「Meteor Wall X」!

This was a skill from the Shield of Compassion Atlas bestowed upon me.

It’s ability is… deploying a Meteor Shield around all those I recognize as an ally. A high-class skill.

What’s more, when the group enters a close formation, its area of effect grows.

Right now, all of those at the Wave’s origin point, starting with Motoyasu, Glass, and Midori, all get covered in a large barrier.

Of course, it also has its flaws.

I have to shoulder a portion of the damage dealt to the Meteor Wall.

But only if they’re able to overcome my defense.

“This is…” (Glass)

Glass seems surprised at the barrier I deployed.

“If this is up, then… 「Rinbu Mu: Musou」!” (Glass)<ref>TL: Glass has been shown so far to use two styles, Rinbu Mu (Circle Dance of Nothingness) 輪舞無, and Rinbu Ha (Circle Dance of Rupture) 輪舞破</ref><ref>TL again: The Kanji used for the skill name is 無想(Blank Mind). It a different kanji from the one in Musou Kassei and Hengen Musou, which is 無双(Peerless). I’m not sure if I should translate these, or leave them as is.</ref>

In an instant, Glass’s body vanished, and in the next moment, a large impact sound rang out from the crack.

I only witnessed it for a split-second, but she appeared in front of the crevice, as if through teleportation, and proceeded to unleash a consecutive stream of blows on it.

I was only able to follow that speed with my senses heightened by Revelation Aura.

As expected of one who protects the world?

I don’t know what’s to come, but for now, she’s an ally.

And while I was thinking that, the Meteor Wall surrounding Glass shattered.

It was probably the effect of her skill.

In truth, I did take a small amount of damage.

From Glass’s attitude, it must have been some double-edged-sword-like skill.

I recast the Meteor wall, and re-erect our defensive wall.

“Now! As fast as possible! Suppress the wave!” (Naofumi)

“Understood, Father-in-Law! 「Brionac X」!” (Motoyasu)

“Got it! 「Rinbu Sen: Samidare」!” (Glass)<ref>TL: Rinbe Sen (Flashing Circle Dance) Samidare (early Summer Rain)</ref>

「Thor Hammer」!

「Rafu~」

「KYUAAAA!」

「Dragon of Ruin Inferno Fist X」!<ref>TL: 滅竜烈火拳Ⅹ</ref>

「Accel Smash」!

「Lightning Whip」!

All of my comrades who had reached the center released their ultimate attacks.

Large shockwaves collide with the crevice, and some explosion-like attacks hit it as well.

But without any change, the fissure continues to expand.

“Ku…”

The Meteor Wall is protecting everyone from the normal monsters’ attacks, but it’s becoming a bit difficult.

Even if they’re like this, they’re still monsters over level 200.

They have powers equal to or greater than Tact’s Harem.

If it was one on one, I think we could handle it, but these numbers are a pain.

It’s good that the wall has yet to fall.

Because of the influence of the Shield of Compassion, I can’t use my Wrath Shield, or Blutopfer.

I feel like I could do something about it if I was in the condition I had when I was beating up Tact, but it’s currently impossible for me.

I also order around my first and second float Shields to blow away the approaching enemies, and cover the allies they’re focusing their attacks on.

「Heaven’s Judgement X」!

「KWEH」!

Support fire flies from the rear as well.

All of the Heroes are working together.

Because of that, the wave’s expansion… slows down, and stops.

“Good!” (Naofumi)

With this, it should end.

And…

A snapping sound resounded through the world.

A white light began flooding out of the source of the wave, forcing us to close our eyes.

“It seems we’ve barely managed to prevent the worst from happening, but…” (Glass)

Glass’s words enter my ears.

And after the light abated… I was able to confirm what the wave had done. I was able to confirm that the voices from the Spirit of the Shield had been telling the truth.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 385

2015-05-20T13:35:51Z

Santy: /* The Christmas of the Shield Hero, Conclusion */

==The Christmas of the Shield Hero, Conclusion==
 The flying sled is on a course set for Melromark Castle.
 
 “Wow… how unexpected.” (Queen)
 
 Trash and the Queen are on the Castle’s terrace. They seemed to have set up a romantic aura.
 I guess even Royalty spends Christmas like this.
 I feel bad for ruining the mood and turn to leave, but they call me back.
 
 “I’m sorry for bothering you so late at night.” (Naofumi)
 “Were you distributing presents to the villagers?” (Queen)
 “Well, I had almost finished, but there someone who wished to corrupt the holy night, and…” (Naofumi)
 “I see…” (Trash)
 
 Trash nods with a knowing face. Well, his perceptiveness is his only good quality.
 He had guessed the situation from looking at our faces.
 
 “We’ll return by portal in a little bit.” (Naofumi)
 “No, no, take your time. Melty is already asleep, but you can at least look at her sleeping face.” (Trash)
 “Ah. I understand.” (Naofumi)
 
 Trash has changed a lot from back then. For some reason, he is trying to get me and Melty together.
 
 “That’s right Iwatani, take your time.” (Queen)
 
 The Queen also receives us warmly.
 
 “Do you plan to give Melty a Christmas Present?” (Trash)
 
 What is this person saying.
 I have no idea what sort of present to give her.
 
 “Wait, Aren’t you, Trash, more fit to play the role of Santa for her?” (Naofumi)
 
 I mean, he has a beard and he’s around the correct age.
 It seems he will look good in a Santa Suit.
 
 “Your worry is undue.” (Trash)
 “I’m saying it’s ironic. Don’t salute me!” (Naofumi)
 
 I don’t really feel like dealing with Trash.
 
 “And I’m not brash enough to take away the joy of a parent giving their daughter a present.” (Naofumi)
 “Well then, we have prepared a present to give her, so why don’t you and my husband put it by her pillow together?” (Queen)
 
 The Queen starts nudging Trash as if she had said a good idea.
 It was a terrible idea.
 And why do I have to help give it anyways?
 
 “Firo wants to give Melty a present too.” (Firo)
 “……” (Naofumi)
 
 Perfect. This bird can go give Melty a Present, and I can make my leave.
 I’ll leave this one to Firo.
 
 “Wait. Master!?” (Firo)
 
 The queen effectively seals off Firo’s movements with a ribbon.
 The Queen lifts up Firo, and begins to carry her off.
 
 “Ok, Trash, you go give your present with that Hero. I’ll prepare my own present.” (Queen)
 “Eh?!” (Firo)
 
 Firo is looking to me for help.
 I didn’t see anything.
 
 “su~…….” (Melty)
 
 She’s sleeping quite peacefully. But if I make a wrong move and wake her up, it will be troublesome.
 She works quite hard for her age.
 I lightly stroke her forehead, and leave the box along with the Queen's present.
 
 “See you Firo. Play nicely with Melty” (Naofumi)
 “Yes!” (Firo)
 “Okay, let’s go, Trash.” (Naofumi)
 “Iwatani, why don’t you sleep with them as well” (Trash)
 “Surely you jest” (Naofumi)
 
 Why do I have to sleep with Melty?
 I can imagine what sort of face she will make when she gets up
 
 “But if Iwatani doesn’t sleep in the same bed as Melty, what meaning does Christmas hold?” (Trash)
 
 …Trash. It seems he has no plans of backing off.
 Ku…Even here, there are people trying to corrupt my holy night.
 But you have made some grave errors on your calculations.
 Those would be the fact that I am a Hero that holds special power, and the fact that Rafu is here.
 
 “Rafu!” (Naofumi)
 “What are you doing, Iwatani?” (Trash)
 
 I suddenly take out Rafu, who had been hiding. Trash is speechless.
 
 “If you go any further, then your princess just might wake up…” (Naofumi)
 “GU…” (Trash)
 
 I stare at Trash in silence.
 I don’t know if he gave up, but Trash left the room.
 … or not.
 
 “If you say that much, I will give up for now, but next time… I will have other plans.” (Trash)
 
 …As expected of a king. This much isn’t enough to make him give up.
 
 “See ya, Firo” (Naofumi)
 “Cya, Good Night!” (Firo)
 
 Me and Rafu went outside, and used the Portal to return home.
 
 “Ah… I’m tired.” (Naofumi)
 
 Rafu and I, who had warped back to my house, sit down and sigh.
 Sadina? She was drunk and collapsed at the village entrance.
 I look to the sky, and wonder if she’ll be okay… No, she’ll be just fine, let’s leave her be.
 I mean, she’s really, REALLY strong against the cold.
 
 “Good work.” (Rafatalia)
 
 The door to my room opens, and Rafatalia comes out.
 
 “You should go to sleep. Santa won’t visit you.” (Naofumi)
 
 I have the last few present inside of my sack.
 I planned to put one by Rafatalia’s pillow, but...
 
 “Of course I know Santa isn’t real, Naofumi was doing Santa’s role this year, correct?” (Rafatalia)
 “Say what?” (Naofumi)
 “There’s no way I wouldn’t know” (Rafatalia)
 “Hmm… That’s true, but I still hoped you hadn’t figured it out.” (Naofumi)
 
 I wanted Rafatalia to remain as a dream-filled child.
 Like Female Knight.
 
 “Your actual age is quite low, isn’t it? Act your age, dream more.” (Naofumi)
 “What sort of logic is that…” (Rafatalia)
 “Rafu~” (Rafu)
 “Oh I have one for you too, Rafu” (Naofumi)
 
 I take out Rafu’s present from the sack and hand it to him.
 By the way, Firo’s present was the dinner and the task of delivering presents in itself.
 Rafu didn’t really want anything, so I arbitrarily picked something out for him.
 
 “Rafu~!” (Rafu)
 
 Rafu, who had already opened his present, was admiring the Plush animal I had made of him.
 Yes, Pets should behave cutely like this.
 
 “And for Rafatalia is this.” (Naofumi)
 
 And with that I have given away the last present.
 Inside is clothing. I thought Rafatalia would look good in Japanese clothes, so I had them made.
 I had placed the order a long time ago, but this and that happened, so I was only able to pick them up recently.
 Which is why I am presenting them to her now.
 
 “Ah, thank you” (Rafatalia)
 “Then, should we go to sleep?” (Naofumi)
 “What about you?” (Rafatalia)
 “Me? Why would I give a present to myself?” (Naofumi)
 “I see… then…” (Rafatalia)
 
 And Rafatalia hands me two boxes.
 The first one is quite big.
 
 “This is…?” (Naofumi)
 “It’s a present from everyone, and a present from me.” (Rafatalia)
 
 The big one contained a letter, and materials used to repair and upgrade equipment
 I guess the villagers had noticed. Recently my equipment had been getting worn down, and I was divided on whether or not to send them in for repairs.
 The letter contained words of thanks towards me.
 As for Rafatalia’s… It’s a plush doll of Rafatalia and me. It is the perfect scale to go as a set with Rafu’s plushy.
 
 “Thank you very much.” (Naofumi)
 
 I honestly thanked her.
 Before I noticed it I had spoken my mind. I force a smile
 
 “Now then, Let us go to sleep. There’s still the Christmas present I have to prepare for tomorrow.”
 
 It’s the monster’s requests of ‘Play with me’ that I still have to fulfill.
 
 “Okay.” (Rafatalia)
 “Rafu~!” (Rafu)
 “Tonight is cold, so let’s sleep together” (Naofumi) <ref> ( ° ͜ʖ ͡°)</ref>
 “Y-yes!” (Rafatalia)
 “However, we won’t be corrupting this holy night, or the perverted women will take me away.” (Naofumi) <ref>I think the other women have come to agreement to be second in line.</ref>
 
 And thus, our holy night came to a close.
 
 …
 
 …?
 
 When I get up, I find something on my pillow.
 I start to get up to check its identity.
 Lying there is a present I don’t remember seeing when I went to sleep.
 
 Who could it be from?
 I look inside to make sure it isn’t a present I forgot to deliver.
 Could I have made such a mistake?
 
 Inside is a single photograph.
 It’s a photo of my former world. I am in the center and around me are Rafatalia, Atlas, my family and my old friends.
 
 It’s quite a lively scene.
 There aren’t many people who would be able to obtain such an item
 For me to be able to make this sort of face... I guess this a present from myself.
 It’s probably from the me in that world to the me in this world.
 
 It looks like I’m having fun over there as well.
 It’s not like I have any intentions of returning
 I had long thrown away such ambitions.
 
 “Niichan, Niichan!” (Kiel)
 
 I hear the sound of the children running around with their new toys.
 That’s right, right now I’m living a happy enough life that the me over there would be jealous.
 Is what I think as I get out of bed.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 384

2015-05-20T13:27:23Z

Santy: /* The Christmas of the Shield Hero, Part 6 */

==The Christmas of the Shield Hero, Part 6==
 After that we continually travelled around the village using the flying sled.
 Is this really necessary?
 As I think this, I spot Ren.
 He’s inside of his house. His face is planted on the desk next to his window.
 
 “Jingle bells… Jingle Bells…” (Ren)
 
 What is this person doing?
 I knock on his window and call out to him.
 Ren looks up. He looks like he is about to cry.
 
 “What happened?” (Naofumi)
 “I-It’s nothing.” (Ren)
 
 I peer into Ren’s room.
 Inside, there is a table with an array of fancy food on it and a cake in the center. It is set for three people.
 
 …So neither Female knight nor Taniko showed up?
 I can understand Taniko, but Female knight… you too?
 What do these people think the good intentions of others are? Why did they ignore Ren’s offer?
 …Wait, I am Santa right now. I should look at this from Santa’s perspective.
 
 Does she seriously intend to do that?
 Christmas monster hunting may be over but does she plan to leave him like this?<ref>They use a really bad pun that works in English but I will not use it here. They pretty much say she made his Jingle Bells into Single Bells, but it goes against my human dignity to put that down</ref>
 How sad…He worked quite hard, and for this end to a holiday.
 Is what I think from Santa’s perspective. Not much of a difference.
 
 *sigh*… There’s no choice, I’ll do a little bit of work for him.
 It’s on the way, anyways.
 
 “Ren.” (Naofumi)
 “What is it?” (Ren)
 
 I pull two presents out of my bag and throw them at him.
 
 “Hold on to those, and don’t open them. Something good will happen.” (Naofumi)
 “Ah…” (Ren)
 “See you later.” (Naofumi)
 
 I proceed to give Firo orders.
 She starts running enthusiastically and we take off.
 From afar, she looks like a reindeer running though the sky.
 There they are. I see Female knight watching the sky from a well-hidden location. Taniko is there as well. They are practicing swinging their swords near the monster stable.
 I get off of the sled in a place they can’t see and approach them as if I was simply in the middle of a walk.
 
 “What are you two doing? Everyone is already asleep.” (Naofumi)
 “? Naofumi huh. I’ve told you before, but today I plan to stay up in order to give my thanks to that old man. Windea has said that she wishes to accompany me.” (Female Knight)
 “Yeah! I want to thank Santa!” (Taniko)
 
 Taniko is sporting a pair of extremely pure eyes.
 I think Ren will regain his composition if I bring these two to him, but it seems they are dead set on meeting Santa Claus.
 
 “About that. I came here because the white haired old man imparted a message unto me.” (Naofumi)
 “WHAT!?!” (Female Knight)
 “He told me that he had left the presents of the two people waiting outside the monster stable with the sword hero.”
 “KU! That old man did an unnecessary thing! Windea, let us go acquire our presents from Ren.” (Female Night) (TL: for acquire, she uses a word that is closer to steal, snatch, plunder…etc)
 “Understood!” (Taniko)
 
 Female Knight and Taniko leave in a hurry.
 This will let Ren enjoy Christmas a little… Is what I want to believe.
 
 “You…” (Gaelion)
 
 Gaelion emerges from the stable and stares at me.
 
 “You did something unnecessary.” (Gaelion)
 “I don’t know what you’re talking about. I just found The Hero of the Sword crying to himself to be too pitiful. You would have done the same.” (Naofumi)
 “That is… You’re right, but… Yes that is pitiful, but…” (Gaelion)
 “I thought I would play Santa and give Ren a hand.” (Naofumi)
 “*Sigh*… I guess there’s no choice. Those two had been giving off a strange aura and staring at each other the entire time. Now the monsters in the stable can finally sleep.” (Gaelion)
 
 It seems the stable’s residents were still awake.
 Until now. The night is now completely silent.
 What? Did those two think they would miss Santa if they left for Ren’s place?
 Well… it didn’t take much to get them to go
 
 Even I found Ren’s display pitiful
 And with that, I have given Ren his Christmas present
 
 “Oh yeah, Please give these presents to the monsters here.” (Naofumi)
 “There’s no point if you don’t give them yourself.” (Gaelion)
 “The monsters don’t even believe in Santa. All of their wishes were addressed directly to me.” (Naofumi)
 
 They were all things like ‘Eating Naofumi’s homemade food’ or ‘Playing with Naofumi’.
 I give the presents of the ones who actually asked for items to Gaelion.
 
 “By the way, what does Kogaelion want? He never hung up a wish slip”
 “Fumu… I’ll ask him.”
 
 Gaelion enters the stable and begins a long debate.
 
 “… That’s impossible. Order something else.”
 
 And as such, the debate continued. What could he want?
 
 “He wants a hug from you.” (Gaelion)
 “Why do I have to…” (Naofumi)
 “He says it is a form of Skinship<ref>bonding through physical contact usually associated with pets</ref>” (Gaelion)
 “… I see” (Naofumi)
 
 Is it that custom that is prominent overseas? <ref> Not where I’m from</ref>
 I hug Gaelion, who has changed into Kogaelion form.
 
 “KYUAAAAAA!”(Kogaelion)
 
 And he lets out a loud cry. His spirits are really high.
 
 “What a strange person” (Naofumi)
 
 I would learn the meaning behind these actions a little later…
 
 “Mu~…” (Firo)
 
 Fire is glaring at me from the shadows.
 Is she jealous? She really is on bad terms with Gaelion.
 She should learn from Rafu. He gets along with Gaelion just fine.
 As there is nothing left to do here, I board Rafu’s Sleigh and we depart.
 
 “Next is… Motoyasu and the Filo Rials.” (Naofumi)
 
 It is now snowing heavily.
 Has Motoyasu fallen asleep yet?
 Well, He’s done a lot today. In eating and playing, he has been the first in line for everything. I have the present for Motoyasu himself, and the one for the Filorials. They would probably be happier receiving it from Motoyasu than from me.
 
 I peer into the house. Motoyasu is indeed asleep, surrounded by Filo Rials.
 I quietly get off the sled.
 
 “Firo, can you lower your head” (Naofumi)
 “? Sure!” (Firo)
 
 Following my orders, Firo lowers her head. I carefully remove some feathers from her crest.<ref>Her Ahoge evolved over time. Remember, the Filo Rial Queen gave Firo a feather</ref>
 I place these in a box and throw them at Motoyasu with all my might.
 They made a soft sound as the hit the ground near Motoyasu. The Filo Rials near him turn in their sleep, but otherwise remain silent.
 Well, Motoyasu should be satisfied with this.
 
 Merry Christmas
 I wonder why I am giving presents to Motoyasu as well. Well, I’m Santa for now.
 
 After that I circled the village and distributed presents to Imya and the rest of the townsfolk.
 Though Imya lives inside of a hole, so I left his present with his uncle.
 
 While I was going around, I witnessed Rishia inside of the Dining hall.
 What is she doing?
 She seems to be staring at Itsuki in silence.
 The mood is quite Christmassy
 
 “Ah, it’s Naofumi, isn’t it?” (Itsuki)
 
 Itsuki spots the flying sled, and calls to us with his hand in the air.
 I should ignore him. I would ruin the mood.
 But there is no choice as he has noticed me. So I park the sled and go to meet him.
 
 “What are you two doing up so late at night?” (Naofumi)
 “Eh, We were watching the village. It puts our hearts at ease.” (Itsuki)
 “It seems like you were just flirting with Rishia…” (Naofumi)
 “How cruel… I don’t have such motives. Rishia merely admires me. There is no love involved.” (Itsuki)<ref> (－‸ლ)</ref>
 “Fe~ T-that’s right. We are only here for vacation, anyways…”
 
 Rishia hesitated for a moment before she answered, however, Itsuki immediately confirmed her statement.
 This is the opposite situation from Ren
 
 “I’m wrong?” (Naofumi)
 “Yes, I have no ulterior motives, and Rishia understands this. For now, I am simply training to make sure I do not go down the wrong path.” (Itsuki)
 
 Rishia is nodding, but her face looks like it is about to cry.
 Could this be what me and Rafatalia’s situation looks like from an objective viewpoint?
 
 “Ah… Well…” (Naofumi)
 “If it’s about delivering presents, then we can help.” (Itsuki)
 “N-no… It’s fine” (Naofumi)
 
 Instead of pushing this relationship with Santa’s authority, it is probably best to leave it be.
 These are the heroes that come to the village the least.
 They should be allowed to rest for a while.
 
 “Well, I guessed as much” (Itsuki)
 “Ha…” (Naofumi)
 
 Itsuki can sometimes be quite sharp.
 It’s not like he isn’t thinking of me.
 
 “Anyways, this is for you two.” (Naofumi)
 
 I take out two bottles of specially brewed wine and give it to them.
 
 “It’s quite potent, so drink in moderation.” (Naofumi)
 
 This is the product of the research me and Ratt had put into the Lucor fruit I had previously been unable to modify.
 The alcohol content is quite high, but the taste is decent. I have also put a weak enchantment on it to help its drinkers share their true feelings.
 It is my hope that this will help the two of them open up to each other more
 However, in the end, how well it goes is up to Rishia.
 
 “Thank you” (Itsuki)
 
 The result: both of them got extremely drunk and to this day, neither of them can remember what happened.
 But it seemed that they had become closer than before by the next morning.
 I could use the power of the spirits to check on them, but that would be rude.
 
 After that…
 
 “Na-o-fu-mi-cha-n!!” (Sadina)
 
 Yep, it’s the second woman who wishes to corrupt this holy night.
 This is why I brought more of that wine.
 I throw the bottle with all of my strength at Sadina.
 The alcoholic Sadina catches it and starts glugging it down.
 As expected, it seems she’ll drink any sake if it’s close by.
 
 “Ah… this one is quite potent. To weaken me this much with just one bottle… As expected of Naofumi. *hic*” (Sadina)
 “I made it with you in mind. I’ll also have you speak your true feelings” (Naofumi)
 “I love Naofumi from the bottom of my heart. Hurry and do fun things with Rafatalia so you can do fun things with me… Enough that you forget about Rafatalia.” (Sadina)
 
 “These are her true feelings, huh?
 
 Yes. I should run. It’s dangerous here.
 
 “Ah, wait~” (Sadina)
 
 I signal for Firo, who is in the sky, to come to my aid, and keep running.
 
 “I told you to wait!” (Sadina)
 
 The drunk Sadina starts to cast magic.
 
 「Revelation・Thunder Bolt X」
 
 Above me, lightning begins to form.
 However, I am the Shield Hero, this level of magic won’t even feel itchy.
 I point my shield to the sky and prepare myself.
 But to use Revelation level magic, is she trying to kill me?
 
 “Ara~” (Sadina)
 “Master, let’s go to Melty’s place as well” (Firo)
 “…Yes, lets.” (Naofumi)
 
 This village is dangerous. We fly in the direction of castle.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 321

2015-05-17T16:01:54Z

Santy: /* Jealousy */

==Jealousy==

“Ah, Naofumi-chan. Are your wounds healed already?”

I left today’s work to Trash, and went to rest early due to my recent injuries. But as I returned to my place, Sadina appeared from the ocean.

Why is that the first line everyone says when they see me?

I don’t really know myself, but were my wounds really that serious?

I was incapacitated for a few days, so I guess there’s no helping it.

“For the most part. And? Did you have some business with me?” (Naofumi)

“We’re going to war, right? This Onee-san wanted to make herself a bit more useful, so I went out to raise my level.” (Sadina)

“I see.” (Naofumi)

In the sea, she’s unmatched.

And when it comes down to war, she’ll make for excellent manpower.

What’s more, she seems to have anti-personnel battle experience, so I have a bit of confidence in her.

“So what level have you reached?” (Naofumi)

“95. I was able to venture deep into foreign, untamed regions!” (Sadina)

“Ah, yes yes.” (Naofumi)

“And so…” (Sadina)

Sadina playfully approaches me, and speaks in my ear so Raphtalia won’t hear.

Why must she do something to purposely irritate her?

Well, she was kinda that sort of person anyways.

“Have your doubts cleared a bit?” (Sadina)

“…A little.” (Naofumi)

“I see. Ah, also, there’s something I’d like to report.” (Sadina)

“What?” (Naofumi)

“We’ll have to go to my secret island base. Oh, and bring a Lemo along.” (Sadina)

Ah, right… Raph-chan did indicate that direction.

I’m a bit curious.

That structure named the Castle Plant…

It would be troublesome if it began acting on its own.

I’ll need to check it just in case.

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

“Got it. There’s little time to spare, so lead the way.” (Naofumi)

“Then, Naofumi-chan.” (Sadina)

Sadina looks in Raphtalia’s direction, and gives a hand signal to me.

“Go on a date with me.” (Sadina)

By the way, the sky is already pitch black.

Raphtalia’s mostly oblivious of the content of our conversation.

This is bound to spring up some misunderstandings…

“Where do you plan on taking him?” (Raphtalia)

“Oh my… What are you trying to make me say, Raphtalia-chan?” (Sadina)

“Naofumi-sama!” (Raphtalia)

Fumu… Raphtalia’s behavior is… jealousy… right?

It’s strange how that fact can make her actions seem kinda cute.

From the start, I did accept the fact that she was a bishojo, but I mean this in a different way.

The fact that I find teasing her like this fun may be because she’s like my daughter.

“That’s right. Ah, can you go ask Imya if she wants to join us?” (Naofumi)

The conversation follows Sadina’s flow.

…For some reason, this pattern seems nostalgic.

Before I came to this world, I remember that I would often hop on board when other people were messing around.

Thinking back now, I wonder what I was trying to accomplish.

Haha… I can’t laugh at the past Motoyasu anymore.

“Naofumi-sama!?” (Raphtalia)

“What?” (Naofumi)

“No… um… Where do you plan on going with Sadina-oneesan?” (Raphtalia)

Now how should I answer?

Just a month ago, I would have simply tilted my head, and answered ‘The Island’.

But now, I have a vague grasp of Raphtalia’s feelings.

Since I have a bit of leeway, let’s show a bit of appeal.

“On a date, right?” (Naofumi)

“Ara? You‘re taking me and Imya-chan out at the same time?” (Sadina)

“Yeah, let’s bring Raph-chan along too.” (Naofumi)

“Oh my. This sure is turning out to be quite the banquet of lust.” (Sadina)

There’s no end to this train.

Raphtalia firmly grasps my shoulder, starts releasing killing intent, and gives off a dangerous smile.

So I’m the one who’s at fault here?

“Naofumi-sama? Can we have a little talk?” (Raphtalia)

“Well…” (Naofumi)

I’m not oblivious to her female heart.

But since Raphtalia became jealous, there were a few things that I wanted to test out.

I admit that it did feel mean.

“Raphtalia.” (Naofumi)

“What could it be?” (Raphtalia)

“You… once the world is at peace, what will you do?” (Naofumi)

“Meaning?” (Raphtalia)

“You see, when I was on the line between life and death, I met some people. I met Atlas, and one who claimed to be the Spirit of my Shield.” (Naofumi)

I summed up my experiences before I regained consciousness to those present.

I was a bit embarrassed about my reason for deciding to stay, so I omitted it.

“So, when I return to my own world, I can take someone from here with me.” (Naofumi)

“I-is that true?” (Raphtalia)

Water is welling up in Raphtalia’s eyes.

As I thought.

I don’t know too much about the legends of the past Heroes, but I bet there were a few that returned to their homeworlds.

I’m no exception. When I feel it’s time to leave, I’ll take her if she wants to go.

“So Raphtalia, what do you want to do?” (Naofumi)

“Ara…” (Sadina)

Sadina’s eyes are showing clear signs of happiness.

She’s having fun watching this scene.

The past me would have gotten angry at her. Definitely.

“Well… Um…” (Raphtalia)

“Will you stay in this world, and spend your days in peace here?” (Naofumi)

“…” (Raphtalia)

“Or will you follow me to my world, and live in a completely foreign land? I just wanted to ask that.” (Naofumi)

“So the only option for Naofumi-chan is to return.” (Sadina)

“Yeah. But if I left something unfinished, it would leave a bad taste in my mouth.” (Naofumi)

“I…” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia puts her hand on her chest, and takes a step forward.

“I believe that I want to stay by Naofumi-sama’s side for however long I can.” (Raphtalia)

“…I see.” (Naofumi)

Raphtalia musters her courage, and answers.

“Understood.” (Naofumi)

“Thank you.” (Raphtalia)

“Then you can’t really say anything against my outing with Sadina.” (Naofumi)

“I mean, isn’t that right? What’s the legal age in this world?” (Naofumi)

“What?” (Raphtalia)

“Sadina, do you know?” (Naofumi)

“As soon as your parents or guardians recognize you as an adult, you will be treated as such. It also varies by the country, but Naofumi-chan’s the lord here. What do you want to do with the village’s law?” (Sadina)

“I banned love, but I’ll loosen the regulations a bit.” (Naofumi)

“Ara, how nice.” (Sadina)

“And so, Raphtalia!” (Naofumi)

“Y-yes?” (Raphtalia)

“In my world, the legal age is 18 for men, and 16 for women. If you plan on coming to my world, you have to keep that in mind. Or else I’ll get arrested.” (Naofumi)

“…?” (Raphtalia)

It seems that it didn’t hit home with her.

I guess the differences in worlds is like this. I went through some trouble when I came here too.

But if Raphtalia wants to accompany me to my world, she’ll experience many things like this.

We’ll need to practice beforehand.

“And in my world, I’m no Hero. Just a civilian. Life will be difficult, and I think we’ll go through quite a few trials before we can establish a stable home and income.” (Naofumi)

“N-Naofumi-sama?” (Raphtalia)

“In that place, getting permission to marry a minor, and building a family will be difficult.” (Naofumi)

Raphtalia’s face is getting paler by the minute.

But remember this. This is really important.

First and foremost, Raphtalia doesn’t have any family register documents, and I have no idea what to do about her ears and tail.

I can’t have her hide them with magic forever, so it’ll be quite a task.

Even if the Shield adapts the world a bit, that won’t do anything to affect her actual age.

Though we may be able to use its power to make life a bit easier.

“To summarize, Raphtalia, your age is a hurdle if you want to marry me in my world.” (Naofumi)

“T-that can’t be!” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia looses her words, and takes a step back.

Even if she looks like an adult Bishojo, she really is a kid.

But if I subtract from her estimated age, she’ll only have to wait for 5-6 years.

If it’s just that much, I’ll wait for her.

I also want to see her wearing a school uniform.

I’ll bet the Shield will grant at least this much.

“But for those that aren’t coming to my world, they’re already treated as adults here. It’s 100% legal for me to date them, and I also have Atlas’s will. I’ve started to believe that I’ll have to answer their feelings a bit. Thinking about the future, this isn’t the same as what the Queen wanted, but it isn’t bad, is it?” (Naofumi)

If she gives birth to the child of the Hero, the country will guarantee her at least the most basic of rights.

That’s something the people who said they liked me will have to consider down the road.

I’m not ecstatic about it, but I don’t have the discomfort I felt before.

“B-but…” (Raphtalia)

“And so, Naofumi-chan is everyone’s. I’m going to go on a date, and then do some fun things with him.” (Sadina)

“N-no… Naofumi-sama!” (Raphtalia)

I guess I’ll leave it at this.

Raphtalia looks like she’s about to cry, and her hand is shaking as she extends it towards me.

“By the way, that was a joke.” (Naofumi)

“…What?” (Raphtalia)

“It seems Sadina found something on her secret base, so we’re taking Imya and Raph-chan to investigate it.” (Naofumi)

Yes. I think I’ve gained a greater understanding of the psychology of popular boys.

Those three idiots that got stuck up in the fact that they were heroes. I think I understand their thoughts a bit more.

But even though I said such things to Raphtalia, I don’t think she’s enjoying it.

I had quite a bit of fun, though.

I mean, for the sake of the people in the village, doing something like this might make for a better result down the road.

I stroke Raphtalia’s face.

“But you need to be conscious of it as well, Raphtalia. It really is difficult to live in my world… no. If you compare it to this world, holding onto your life is but a simple task. But there are so many systems and institutions that there’s little room to breathe. So many that a large majority of the Heroes chose to live their lives in this world. You may regret it, you know.” (Naofumi)

“… Even so, I want to live with you.” (Raphtalia)

“Yeah. I’ve always told you that I don’t intend on staying in this world.” (Naofumi)

It’s not as if I don’t have any attachment, but my will to return is strong.

If Raphtalia were to stay by my side, I would be able to return to my world without hesitation.

“Yes, I’ve a good understanding of the extent of Naofumi-sama’s resolve.” (Raphtalia)

“And so, I need to think of all the ones in the village we’ll leave behind. What I have to do, you understand right? Though this time, it was a joke.” (Naofumi)

“…Yes. I thought I had already understood it from Atlas-san’s words.” (Raphtalia)

“So please be a little open-minded. The time will come someday.” (Naofumi)

“Understood. By the way, is it true that there’s a problem with my age?” (Raphtalia)

“That’s right. Until it actually comes down to it, I’m not really sure. The Shield might make accommodations for it.” (Naofumi)

On my answer, Raphtalia gives an expression of relief, and she drops her hand from her chest.

“Raphtalia, if you’re bothered by it, do you want to follow us here?” (Naofumi)

“I wouldn’t recommend it, Naofumi-chan. I mean, we’ll be doing something fun afterwards.” (Sadina)

I drive Sadina away by flicking my hand, and ask Raphtalia once more.

“Yes, let’s go.” (Raphtalia)

“Got it.” (Naofumi)

Raphtalia prepares herself, and I go to get Imya.

We walk to the small boat anchored at the coast.

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

I continue thinking as I rub Raph-chan.

He can change shape to be identical to Raphtalia, right?

In the future, will I be doing various indecent things with Raphtalia?

What should I do if she tells me I’m no good at it? I pause my hand on Raph-chan’s head.

Should I… gain experience with the villagers?

Just thinking it makes me want to kill myself.

“Ta~li~?” (Raph-chan)

In that respect, an identical model may make for a good test subject.

Raphtalia’s weak points are…

“…Naofumi-sama? What are you thinking as you pat Raph-chan?” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia grabs my shoulder.

The top half of her face is covered in shadows for some reason. My spine is giving way. The muscles in my body turn to ice.

“Rafuu…” (Raph-chan)

Raph-chan has both of his hands on his face. He looks down in embarrassment.

Are my thoughts really that easy to read?

Well, they were usually quite vile, so there’s no helping if she gets angry with me.

Anyways, we reached the island.

As always, the sight of the ruins I built is poison to my eyes.

Honestly, the island’s unrecognizable from the time I first came here.

Sadina leads us to a hilly area.

“Here it is.” (Sadina)

What was there was a small hole… but it was strangely deep.

Its size is around…

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

Yep, just enough to fit Raph-chan, and its depth is.. it’s too dark to tell.

“Raphtalia.” (Naofumi)

“Ah, yes.” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia creates a light with magic, and drops it down the hole.

…I saw a portion of the tunnel, but it extends much further.

Just how far does it go?

I see, so this is why we needed a Lemo.

Normally, I would have ignored this, but this might be the result of the other me’s research.

I can’t have some strange creature popping up and causing havoc.

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

“Imya, can you dig around for a bit?” (Naofumi)

“Y-yes!” (Imya)

Imya responds twice to my question, and nods. She begins casting magic.

『I, who has understood the origin of power command. Let the truth be read forth once more. Grant me the power to rend the earth.』

「Earth Blow」

Magic solidifies around the nails on both of Imya’s hands.

“Then I’ll be going.” (Imya)

She starts digging out the ground.

“The more magic I put in, the easier it is to dig.” (Imya)

Imya seems proud as she digs.

Amazing. The earth is breaking like pudding before her.

As expected, you should call a specialist for a special job. I was right to ask a mole-like Demi-Human.

After a bit of digging, Imya popped out of the hole.

“Um, something seems to be buried really deep down.” (Imya)

“Can you bring it up?” (Naofumi)

“It’s too big… and it seems it's of plant origin, so it’s already decaying.” (Imya)

“I see.” (Naofumi)

So it was made of Bioplant.

Do we have any hints as to its use?

“Ah, but I picked up the magical device that seemed to be its core.” (Imya)

Imya hands me a fragment of a stone.

This is… part of a stone tablet, right?

I remember the one Rat tapped on.

“Thanks.” (Naofumi)

I praise Imya as she gets out of the hole and brushes the dirt off of her body. Imya scratches her head in embarrassment.

“No, it wasn’t much.” (Imya)

“Imya, is there anyone you like?” (Naofumi)

“Eh? N-no…” (Imya)

“I see.” (Naofumi)

I’ll have to circle the village, and ask slowly.

“Ta~li~?” (Raph-chan)

“So where did you come from?” (Naofumi)

I ask Raph-chan once more.

…He’s pointing to the hole. But it was quite obvious.

“I guess this is all we’ll find out today.” (Naofumi)

In a few days, we’ll be fighting.

This may be a… waste of time, but I’ll have Rat investigate it. We may find something useful.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 320

2015-05-17T15:51:24Z

Santy: /* Raph-chan */

==Raph-chan==

“Then what sort of ability do these children possess?” (Trash)

I turn my eyes to Rat.

“Their individual powers are all over the place. But… each one specializes in Illusion Magic.” (Rat)

Well, they were modeled after Raphtalia.

And her specialty is illusions.

The specific category is apparently light and darkness, but she can become invisible, and affect enemy perception to lead them astray.

Raphtalia herself doesn’t use magic too much, though. She mainly focuses on sword skills.

“Users of Illusion Magic… I think I’ll be able to use them. And it looks like I can also depend on their strength.” (Trash)

“By the way, Marquis, about this child.” (Rat)

“What about him?” (Naofumi)

She speaks while pointing to Raph-chan. <ref>TL: Raph-chan’s gender is unknown, because he/she is always referred to in a gender-neutral fashion.</ref>

“From what I see, that one seems a little different from the rest, but do you know anything about that?” (Rat)

“I’m not that knowledgeable either. He was hidden on the bottom of my carriage when we were going to Faubley. His level is also quite high.” (Naofumi)

I look over his stats again.

…Why has it risen? It’s 90 now.

“Can I give it a quick examination? I don’t think it’ll let me hold it.” (Rat)

“Sure. Stay still for a bit.” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

Rat begins performing light palpations on Raph-chan.

“Its fur, and its reaction to magic is different than the rest. I guess I should compare it to a Filo Rial’s mutation to royalty.” (Rat)

“Mutation, like Firo.” (Naofumi)

So something influenced one of the Raphs I knew, and caused it to undergo a drastic change?

“What exactly is he?” (Naofumi)

“No idea…” (Rat)

“Hey, where did you come from?” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

He points in the direction of the sea.

In that direction is Sadina’s secret base.

No, I understand that that’s where you were made, but…

“It gives a proper response when asked. It seems quite smart.” (Rat)

“Can you understand what it’s trying to tell us?” (Naofumi)

“I can understand Mii-kun, and a portion of the monsters, but the Raphs you made purely from scratch are incomprehensible to me.” (Rat)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

Raph-chan’s making various gestures to illustrate its origin, but I don’t believe the message is getting through.

However, I do hope that he never learns to speak like the Filo Rials.

“Well, it doesn’t really matter. Can you do anything special? Are you the same as the rest? Is there a reason that you could use barrier magic back there?” (Naofumi)

I try asking.

Raph-chan tilts its head to one side, and begins thinking. He stands up on his hind legs, and crosses his front ones.

Uwah. That pose is cute.

Unlike a certain bird, he’s not showing an excess amount of pushiness.

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

For some reason, Raph-chan points to Raphtalia, and starts walking towards her.

“Me?” (Raphtalia)

As he approaches, he swells his tail, and begins activating a skill.

All of the fur on his body stands on end…

With a poof… he transformed.

“Wha-”

Standing there was a Raphtalia much like she was when I first met her.

How nostalgic.

I had forgotten that she looked like this.

“Rafu~!” (Raph-chan)

Raph-chan raises both of his arms, as if to ask me to praise him…

But that’s not the problem.

“Why are you naked!?” (Naofumi)

I avert my gaze.

“Is this a form of illusion magic?” (Rat)

Rat covers Raph-chan’s body with her lab-coat. Raphtalia begins calming her down.

“For now, learn how to wear clothes, and how to walk around in them.” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

Smoke surrounds her body, and clothes much like the ones Raphtalia is currently wearing appear.

Is this also an illusion?

Rat tries touching Raph-chan’s face.

“Let’s see. Is this an illusion so advanced that it can even deceive the sense of touch?” (Rat)

“Rafu~…” (Raph-chan)

As Rat continually pokes her body, Raph-chan lets out a sound indicating her dislike of it.

“Amazing. It’s as if she’s really there.” (Rat)

“Rafu~!” (Raph-chan)

The mystery has deepened!

Just who is Raph-chan supposed to be?

His specs are much higher than any of the Raphs I know.

Rat may be correct in saying he’s a special variant like Firo.

“Ara? The quality of the clothing illusion isn’t that high. It’s as if I’m touching his skin.” (Rat)

“Rafu~.” (Raph-chan)

It looks like it tickles. Raph-chan in Raphtalia (Little Girl) form runs, and hides behind me.

“Arara, he ran away.” (Rat)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

“Do you have any other abilities?” (Naofumi)

Raph-chan looks at Raphtalia again.

“I don’t know why, but I’m getting a bad feeling about this…” (Raphtalia)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

This time, she transforms to be identical to Raphtalia.

Amazing. His height and posture are identical to hers.

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

I get the feeling that Raph-chan’s form is a bit less defined than hers.

Well, Tanuki are supposed to be good at transforming, so perhaps this is supposed to be normal.

But I don’t really like him taking on human form.

As if he had read my mind, Raph-chan changes back to Raph form.

Good boy. Unlike a certain bird over there, he can read the mood.

“So you can change into various things?” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

He gives a firm nod.

“I bet he’s making it look like that with magic.” (Rat)

Raph-chan turns his head, as if to deny the claim.

“Eh? Then you can actually transform?” (Naofumi)

Raph-chan shakes his head up and down.

Ku… that’s right. The other me conducted strange experiments to try to reproduce Raphtalia.

So Raph-chan might actually have the ability to become her.

If he also got the ability to talk, it would be the birth of a new type of Filo Rial.

…What is it? I have a really bad premonition.

I get the feeling that they’re going to be revered as divine beasts in the future.

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

Raph-chan sticks out his chest with pride, but I really hope he continues speaking like that.

“Anything else?” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~?” (Raph-chan)

On my request, Raph-chan begins thinking again.

“Can you grow like Mii-kun?” (Rat)

“Don’t put in impossible requests.” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~!” (Raph-chan)

On Rat’s inquiry, Raph-chan transformed.

Oy… he turned into a bear-like Raph.

I think I saw a Raph like that in the village.

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

To put it clearly, he did not have any slime-like functions like Mii-kun. Raph-chan continued to gesture.

“Hmm…” (Naofumi)

I feel that I would be able to ride his back.

I actually like this one better.

If Firo stopped talking, I feel that I would be able to lean on her, and take a nice nap. Now this one can take that role.

This form looks like your friendly neighborhood youkai. <ref>TL: Specifically, a certain Totoro.</ref>

At least, he gives off a feeling like that.

“How versatile.” (Rat)

“Right.” (Naofumi)

“Rafu~” (Raph-chan)

“…” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia has a strange expression, and she hangs her head.

I mean, this monster was modelled after her, and heavily modified.

I kinda understand her feelings, but I don’t hate this Raph.

“It seems he has quite a few abilities.” (Trash)

Trash, who had been quiet up until now, spoke up.

“Yep.” (Naofumi)

“Then would he be able to do something like this as well?” (Trash)

Trash offers a proposal to Raph-chan. I was also in agreement with the contents.

If all goes well, Raphtalia and Raph-chan will become significant players in this battle.

The problem is that that Raphtalia’s expression seemed doubtful on hearing the plan.

If I were to be put in Raphtalia’s place, I think I would feel the same.

No, since Raph-chan is good with illusions, perhaps I can take her place.

“Are we really doing that?” (Raphtalia)

“If we succeed, won’t it be useful?” (Naofumi)

“Well, that’s true.” (Raphtalia)

“Rafu~” (Raph-can)

This Raph doesn’t seem to call Raphtalia a fake.

Though he sometimes seems to come close to saying it.

After we practiced executing the plan and managed to pull it off easily, Raphtalia’s expression became even more depressed.

If we had just done it without practice, it probably would have been fine.

“Next is my village’s fighting power. If you need anything built for the war, my Lemos should be able to make them.” (Naofumi)

I would put in a request to Imya and her uncle.

They’re skillful, and they trust me.

“If we get them to work with those at the castle… understood. Iwatani-dono, your forces will be taken into account.” (Trash)

“That helps. We’re all counting on your strategy.” (Naofumi)

“Leave it to me. Then after seeing your available combatants, let’s go to the castle once more, and put our ideas together.” (Trash)

“Yeah.” (Naofumi)

Like that, Trash began selecting forces from my village to participate in the war.

Since we would be fighting humans, Trash said that there were quite a few people who shouldn’t participate even if they wanted to.

Since they did wish it, I went through some trouble calming them down.

But just as Trash said, many of their hands shook when it came down to it.

They’re fine with fighting monsters, but many people understood that they didn’t have it in them to commit murder.

And I once again had to soothe the ones who couldn’t go to war.

Looking at statistics, a large portion of our forces were unable to participate.

The ratio of women in our village was high to begin with.

And while the night was drawing on, we used Ren to return to the castle.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 314

2015-05-17T13:45:55Z

Santy: /* Last Will */

==Last Will==

My body’s light; it feels as if I’m floating.

I shouldn’t even be here. But the various events, and the actions of various people. I saw them.

Through Ren’s portal, the Queen and I were sent to Melromark. And we were immediately rushed to the largest medical facility there.

Both of our wounds are serious, and our consciousnesses faint.

I’m hurt so seriously that if I were to merely look at myself, I wouldn‘t be able to bear it.

“This is terrible… a severe curse has been inflicted. Start the preparations for the ritual magic!”

A healer shouts out, and priests were called from the Four Hero Church.

They’re probably going to attempt everything they can.

“Please get a hold of yourself, Naofumi-sama!”

“Yeah, Aniki!”

“Master!”

“Rafu~”

Having had their wounds fully healed, the other heroes, Taniko, Sadina, and Kiel are resting in another room.

Good. Their injuries are comparatively light.

At this rate, they should be able to move around just fine.

“We’ll be starting treatment now. Everyone else should rest and heal their wounds as well.”

Raphtalia, Firo, and Fohl kept on calling out to me until the end.

And I was once again shrouded in darkness.

What I saw next was the Queen and Trash.

Her wounds were severe, and everyone could plainly see the god of death lingering over her.

“…Goho!”<ref>TL: Coughing sound</ref>

Trash’s hand trembles as he grasps the Queen’s hand, and prays.

Luckily, he had escaped without injury, so he was permitted to stay with her.

“We’ll begin administering the Yggdrasil extract. We’ll simultaneously use our highest forms of healing magic, and our highest class of holy water. On top of that, ritual magic…”

The Healer gives out directions like a doctor as he begins casting healing magic on her wounds.

She’s undergoing extensive, heavy treatment.

But nothing seems to be eliciting any reaction from her.

“What a curse… It’s comparable to the one cast on the Hero of the Shield-sama over there.”

“Mirellia.” (Trash)

As if she was reacting to Trash’s words, the Queen slowly opened her eyes, and looked at him.

“Your voice… your exchange… I heard it.” (Queen)

“You can’t speak right now, Queen-sama!”

The healer warns her as he continues the treatment.

But the Queen slowly lays her head sideways, and answers.

“I know… there’s nothing you can do to prolong my life, right?” (Queen)

“T-that is…”

The healer stumbles over his words, before Trash glares at him, and he steps back.

“What are you doing!? The one you’re treating is the Queen of this country! If you call yourself a healer, then you have to put your life on the line, and heal her no matter what!” (Trash)

“You can’t… give your people impossible orders, dear.” (Queen)

The Queen weakly warns him.

It feels weird for me to come to an understanding with Trash, but I could empathize with him.

The situation was similar to how I lost Atlas.

The sadness of losing one dear.

The despair felt in one’s own incompetence.

The hatred felt against the cause.

All of those mix together, and make it so you can’t think anything anymore.

“B-but…” (Trash)

“This is… perhaps it’s heavenly retribution. My ineptitude… caused me to sacrifice my own daughter. My obsession with protecting this country, the world…” (Queen)

“Wrong! That’s definitely wrong!” (Trash)

Trash desperately refutes the Queen’s words.

“… Is that true? I get the feeling that it’s all my fault. My daughter… Malty grew to be such a child, because she emulated my own incompetence. Because of my lukewarm decisions, everything… turned out like this.” (Queen)

“That is… me… my…” (Trash)

Perhaps Trash is blaming himself for the loss of the Queen. His voice shakes.

But the Queen speaks to him once more.

“Likely, the Hero of the Whip… no, invaders will come and invade this country.” (Queen)

“…” (Trash)

“Right now, Melromark is in a dire situation. Luckily, Iwatani-sama and the heroes, as well as their comrades are here.” (Queen)

“Then, the Hero of the Shield is…!” (Trash)

“You… realize it already, don’t you? Throw away your past grudges; you have to move forward.” (Queen)

A trickle of tears runs down Trash’s face.

He acts the same as I did when I wished, and Fohl did when he prayed.

I don’t know what he’s asking god for, but I felt something warm, as if I could hold it in my hand.

“Lucia… Mirellia…” (Trash)

And he lightly calls Atlas’s name as well.

“If it was the Wise King of Melromark… if it was Luge Lancerose, then our hopes would be answered.” (Queen)

“But… the Cane no longer answers to my call…!” (Trash)

“You’re wrong. The cane lent you power, not because you were a Hero. It was because you were different from the rest. More courageous than them all, and much wiser.” (Queen)

“…” (Trash)

“I believe. To turn around this disadvantageous situation… to save Melromark from its imminent collapse, we need your…” (Queen)

“I am… I am…” (Trash)

“Fufu… you have so many pieces this time around. Now what move will the Wise King make to surprise me today?” (Queen)

“… Mirellia.” (Trash)

“Let me entrust this country’s future to you. Please save the world… with Iwatani-sama. As the Hero of the Cane, and as my beloved…” (Queen)

Blood runs down her mouth as she smiles at Trash.

“You used your resourcefulness to make your enemies dance. You put awe into the hearts of all that opposed you… Go let the world know your name…” (Queen)

At the same time… the Queen ran out of whatever energy she had left.

“Queen-sama!”

The door slammed open, and a country leader came in.

“Faubley has declared war on the entire world! Under the creed of uniting the world as one under their flag!”

The situation…. Came faster than Trash expected. And people were already pleading to him for answers.

The next time scene I saw was two days later.

“Why the hell is Faubley messing around with World Domination at a time like this!?”

Having finished treatment, Ren and the others that arrived at the castle participated in an allied army meeting, and shouted out upon hearing the information.

The faces of everyone present were dark.

The country of Faubley’s military might was just that high.

And they have individuals of triple our level. We knew their power firsthand.

It’s not like the army didn’t want to stop them, they just didn’t have the means.

“They’ve sure done it. That cowardly Hero… With the waves going on, does he seriously believe he has the time to go around conquering the world!?” (Ren)

“… No, I actually think he does.” (Itsuki)

“He hurt Father-in-Law and Firo-tan, and on top of that, he hurt everyone else. I definitely won’t forgive him!” (Motoyasu)

The army is in agreement with the three Heroes’ words.

The events that transpired in Faubley were relayed to all.

Those from Silt Welt are also present.

That Genmu guy, and the Shusaku as well.

“Naofumi’s being treated… and we’re going to war with Faubley…” (Ren)

“Yes. Right now, Faubley is mobilizing their entire army. The first place they’ll attack is Melromark, then they’ll move on to my country. The countries on the way will be forced to submit to its might…Due to bombardments from their new weapon, the ‘Airplane’, many have already raised a white flag.”

“Is there a reason why they have admitted defeat so quickly?”

“Yes. They tried engaging them in dogfights with flying monsters, but they didn’t have the means to counterattack…”

“Meaning the people riding the planes must be of quite a high level.” (Itsuki)

“Fuee…” (Rishia)

As Rishia lets out her speech habit, Itsuki starts patting her head.

Ren bangs his hand on the table.

“Naofumi’s wounds were severe… how is he doing?” (Ren)

“It’s not looking favorable. We’ve repeatedly tried extensive treatment on him, but…”

“Naofumi-san…” (Itsuki)

“That Tact bastard, just who is he!? How does he have the ability to steal legendary weapons?” (Ren)

Just as Ren was complaining.

A soldier ran into the meeting room.

“New information! Shield Freiden has formed an alliance with Faubley!”

“What!?”

“And the Seven Star Hero, Tact Althaulan Faubley, proclaimed to his people that he was a child of god. That his possession of numerous legendary weapons proved his own divinity!”

The people taking part in the meeting stood up from their seats. There are expressions of shock all around.

It was quite a safe measure for him to take.

Showing his possession of many of the weapons of heroes would either prove that he went against god, or that god loved him.

Since Divine Weapon worship is prevalent in this world, he’ll be treated as a special existence regardless.

Even if he’s the one who killed the heroes.

“What’s more, he stated he would be the one to save the world, the four summoned were evil imposters, and that he would use all his might to destroy them. Also, that he had already purged four of the ‘Evil’ Seven Star Heroes. He declared it to many of the world’s nations!”

“Does he think he’ll get away with spouting such nonsense!?”

“The upper echelon of Faubley’s Church accepted his statements, but the ones on the outskirts of the country faced numerous rebellions. But those that received his power already went to subjugate and quell the revolts. It seems he made quite a few preparations beforehand.”

At the same time, a Shadow-like person appears, and whispers into the Genmu’s ears.

I bet it isn’t anything good.

“… My country is also divided on which side to join.” (Genmu)

The situation is… taking a bad turn.

“What does the Hero of the Gauntlet think of this?” (Genmu)

Though they weren’t really acquaintances, even Fohl could understand that it had to do with his origin. That it would affect his fate.

“Should I answer as a member of the Hakuko Race? Or would you prefer me be the Hero of the Gauntlet?” (Fohl)

“You are not a pure-blood Demi-Human. I’m asking you as a subordinate of the Shield, and as a Hero. Or will you stand by my country as the descendent of Tai Ran Ga Feon?” (Genmu)

Fohl shakes his head.

And he gives words filled with certainty.

“I am the Hero of the Gauntlet, the protector of the village built by the Hero of the Shield. Lineage is of no importance to me, and I don’t plan on doing anything foolish by throwing around my grandfather’s name.” (Fohl)

“Of course. No matter what fate awaits you, my dear, Demi-Humans will always stand by the true Hero of the Shield. Blood has nothing to do with it!” (Genmu)

The Genmu Old Man looks to Fohl with blazing eyes.

“That spirit is enough for me to ascertain your standing. It is my belief that we of Silt Welt should be lending you our power.” (Genmu)

His words were continued by the Shusaku.

“Yes! The Hero-Dono shed tears at the loss of our comrades, and displayed his anger for our cause. Our pride and our faith will not allow us to side with the one who caused the calamity that claimed the lives of many of our people. It would pollute the name of our entire race!” (Shusaku)

All the Demi-Humans present nod.

There’s no way they would permit it.

He’s the root of evil that killed the ones they fought alongside.

I’m not the only one wishing for vengeance.

For all that fell against Houou, there’s no way we can forgive him.

That will remain in everyone’s hearts

“…”

Fohl merely quietly gazed over the meeting.

According to the Genmu, his calm composure… overlapped with that of his grandfather.

“Now, what move should we make… Wise King of Melromark? We’ve already decided the path we must tread. How will you act on your beloved wife’s dying will?” (Genmu)

“…”

Trash remains quiet, with a strained expression on his face.

“In the first place, from his personal history, isn’t there… isn’t something off? Just how much of a genius is he? Airplanes and Bombs… it’s as if he’s a soldier from our world.” (Ren)

Ren voices his complaints to the meeting hall.

And Itsuki quietly raises his hand.

“What’s up?” (Ren)

“This is just a hypothesis, but may I continue?” (Itsuki)

“Yeah.” (Ren)

“Ren-san, upon hearing his history, you didn’t notice it? No, perhaps you did, but you just weren’t able to piece it together.” (Itsuki)

“What?” (Ren)

“What about you, Motoyasu-san?” (Itsuki)

“What could you be talking about?” (Motoyasu)

Itsuki takes a deep breath, and continues.

“… Most likely, it exists in both of your worlds, if you search for it. It’s a common story.” (Itsuki)

Ren and Motoyasu tilt their heads.

“Naofumi-san seemed to have a vague idea, so it’s probably right.” (Itsuki)

“What is it? Just say it already.” (Ren)

Well, it’s not like I was oblivious.

But because I was sure that this wasn’t the world of Manga and Games, I didn’t want to deny the man’s personal effort.

But this incident was just too much.

Assault Rifles.

Planes.

Mastering magic at three.

All of his actions point to a single possibility.

Right, he’s…

“Yes. Most likely, that Tact, the Hero born of this world, was… reincarnated. He’s an otherworlder who was reborn into this world with his memories intact. At least, that’s my theory.” (Itsuki)

“Reincarnation… that thing? Samsara? The cycle of life?” (Ren)

“Yes. There are a few novels about that in my world.” (Itsuki)

“I really only play games, so… I may have read one or two, but I don’t really remember. The only thing I remember is that Game Over = Death, and respawn. With this being a world close to that of a game, it didn’t cross my mind.” (Ren)

“Oh, oh, me too!” (Motoyasu)

Ren and Motoyasu start thinking over the concept of Reincarnation.

I don’t know of the affairs of their worlds, but I’ve read books about that.

A reincarnated protagonist is born into a world of magic… a fantasy world just like this one.

And he becomes immersed in a world far off from the reality he knew.

This time, I’ll do it right. I’ll get status, and money, and women. I’ll get everything.

“So I confirmed it. In books of that genre, the first things most protagonists do is learn magic at a young age, and get higher marks than other people. Also things like using modern knowledge to invent, and other stuff that stands out.” (Itsuki)

“Something like that… I have a feeling I’ve heard about it before. One of my friends on the net spoke fervently about it.” (Ren)

“Right. I don’t think we’ll be able to get any definite proof from the individual, but something dubious is oozing out of his story.” (Itsuki)

“That means that he was summoned from another world, like us?” (Ren)

“It’s a possibility, but… what he plans to do, and what he’s thinking. Do you think you can understand a little more of it now, Ren-san?” (Itsuki)

Ren crosses his arms, and starts thinking.

“He’s thinking like I did before I broke the Spirit Turtle’s seal.” (Ren)

“I don’t look back to the past! I’m buried in my memories of Firo-tan!” (Motoyasu)

“… Someone get Motoyasu-san out of here. He’s in the way.” (Itsuki)

“Yes!” (Three)

“Ah, Kuu-san, Marin-san, and Midori-san, was it? I’ll leave it to you. Go keep him busy for a while, you can even go play. I’ll personally explain it to Naofumi-san later.” (Itsuki)

“Got it!” (Three)

“Nwah! My angels! Where do you plan on taking me!?” (Motoyasu)

And, carrying Motoyasu, the Three Filo Rials left the meeting hall.

I have no idea why they were there in the first place.

“To summarize, he’s thinking like the old us… that the monarchy of this world was corrupt, and had to be destroyed.” (Ren)

“Yes, then things start to make sense.” (Itsuki)

“Then what’s that power he has to steal legendary weapons?” (Ren)

“Perhaps it’s an ESPer ability like one from my world. A power like that wasn’t uncommon in books from my world. Something like stealing the power of others to strengthen yourself.” (Itsuki)

“I see. If Itsuki says it, then it’s a possibility.” (Ren)

“The reason his power didn’t become famous must be because he kept it hidden, and he didn’t use it in front of others. Like how I acted before.” (Itsuki)

With a bitter expression, Itsuki started explaining to Ren.

I guess that’s possible.

Even in things I’ve read, when protagonists are granted too great of a power, they usually live while hiding it.

Usually, it gets exposed due to various unfortunate incidents, but Itsuki is living proof that it’s possible.

“Having it known that he could steal legendary weapons would greatly hinder his actions. But now that the die’s already been cast, he’s using it to its full extent… I guess.” (Itsuki)

“The fact that all of his comrades are women kinda reminds me of the past Motoyasu, too. So things have come together. I see.” (Ren)

Ren nods, as if his questions were all answered.

In contrast, Itsuki seems to be lost in thought.

“What’s strange is the lack of information… it’s odd…. No, we need to decode what to do now. In our fight with Faubley…” (Itsuki)

And the meeting continued.

And my dislodged conscience floated elsewhere once more.

Now I’m not anywhere. An empty space of flickering lights, looping in an endless pattern.

In that space, there was me, and ___…

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 306

2015-05-17T12:34:59Z

Santy: /* VS Houou Final */

==VS Houou Final==

The shield was very simple, but it felt as warm and tender as the sunlight.

Its stats are the highest of any of my unlocked shields.

On top of that, this shield’s effect includes the ability to give enchantments.

My defense is rising endlessly.

And… the Slave, Demi-human, and Companion series have all been completely unsealed.

This includes all of their bonuses.

In other words, all of my slaves and companions have had all of their abilities drastically increased.

I change to my usual Spirit Turtle Shell.

Growing Power has been activated by Growth Up!

Spirit Turtle Shell has changed!

Increasing it any further is unnecessary.

Right now, I can’t afford to wait and see if it grants any bonuses.

The treatment of everyone here has miraculously finished.

The Healers are all treating it like a miracle.

…But.

As I leave the tent, I look to the sky and see the pests.

“KYUUIIIIIIIIIIIII!”

What an annoying nuisance.

Right now, I don’t feel like dealing with it.

But because it is still here, the fight won’t end and there won’t be peace.

Then there is only one thing I can do.

Naofumi: “Firo!”

I call Firo, who was dealing with the pests with another party.

Firo: “Yes…?”

Taking a look at my face, Firo, who was worried about Atlas’s condition, came down with a sad look.

Until now, I never realized how kind Firo was.

I wasn’t sure whether it was due to Atlas or the Shield of Compassion.

It wasn’t just hate; there were also feelings of kindness… both emotions were conflicting within my heart.

But I don’t believe what I’m feeling now is due to the Shield’s effect.

Naofumi: “Take me up higher than that bastard!”

Firo: “Okay… Firo can do that.”

Naofumi: “Ah, let’s hurry up and end this!”

Riding on Firo’s back, we fly through the vermin while maintaining a high altitude.

Naofumi: “Firo, time this just right.”

Firo: “Yes!”

“KYUUIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII!!”

The pests notice us and come to attack us with their claws.

It would be best to remain calm and collected.

Recklessly hating the enemy in front of me would just cloud my judgment.

However, I understand the pain.

I can see how unreasonable this world is.

The wounds that were suffered… and the sorrow for the lives that were lost.

But even though I know this, I mustn’t get angry.

Naofumi: “Too noisy.”

I catch the pests by their talons and throw them towards the ground.

“KYUIIIIII!?”

As we gain altitude, the pests swerve back to swarm us.

Naofumi: “Firo, kick them.”

Firo: “Y-yes!”

Following my instructions, Firo lands a hit and the pests fall straight down.

It made a great noise.

Shortly after, I jump off Firo towards the pests.

Firo: “Master!?”

Naofumi: ”Firo, I’m fine, but get ready to catch me when I fall.”

Firo: “Y-yes!”

I give Firo those instructions as I activate Gravity Field.

Before it wasn’t that effective, but as it is now, I can use it.

“KYU... KYUIIIII!!”

The pests desperately try to remain airborne, but under the new weight, there was no way they could maintain altitude.

I begin to fall towards the pests that are at a lower altitude.

Naofumi: “Firo!”

I jump before I hit the ground, and was caught by Firo.

I grab both pests as I reach the battlefield and make a declaration.

Naofumi: “Everyone! Let's do this!”

Fohl: “Nao-Naofumi!?”

Naofumi: “What are you doing? Let’s hurry up and kill them!”

Fohl: “I understand! Tiger Break!”

It was Fohl who acted first.

I expected as much.

Right now, I can understand his feelings more than anyone else’s… as well as his thoughts.

Of course I don’t know what it is like to lose a family member.

But, I knew what kind of girl Atlas was.

Naofumi: “Don’t worry about me. Let us finish this as soon as possible. Soon, we will kill it!”

Everyone: “OHH!”

The party, who was surprised at my words, stated to unleash their special attacks.

Ren: “Naofumi, how is Atlas…?”

Ren came to ask me in-between attacks.

Naofumi: “…”

I look away in silence.

Right now, I don’t want to think about it.

Naofumi: “Kuh…”

Though unintentional, I let out a pained voice.

Along with the power from the Sword, we strengthen the forces.

Kiel: “My body feels… so light!”

Kiel rushes out and bites through the pests.

Kiel: “Yes. It seems like my speed is different than before!”

There is a visible difference in the movement of my slaves and the military forces, as well as their attacks.

It must be due to the bonuses of the completed Slave and Companion series.

I didn’t check it, but there must have been a huge boost.

And, it was all thanks to Atlas.

Naofumi: “Hurry. Let’s end it quickly. For all of the pain and sorrow it has caused… we need to destroy it, even by a single second faster.”

The two pests try to attack me, but it doesn’t hurt or bother me.

Their claws and bites are pointless.

If all enemies are gathered in one place, they can all be eliminated easily.

「Gravity Sword」!

「Brionac」!

「Bird Hunting」!

「Tornado Throw」!

「Eight Trigrams Karma Blade」!

「Spiral Strike」!

The swarm of pests are hit by the sheer power of their special attacks.

“KYUIIIIIIIIII!!”

As one lets out its death cry, the other begins to make a strange noise.

So it is going to self-destruct.

Of course, you won’t have the chance to use it.

「Tiger Rampage」!

With Fohl’s deadly strike, the enemy was wiped out, leaving nothing but a pile of feathers.

Everyone: “OOOOHHHHHHH!”

The roar of victory echoed throughout the area.

Feathers float down like snow and calmly settle.

Naofumi: “Atlas…we did it.”

I raise up my Shield to signal our victory.

The truth is that we should have won without any sacrifices.

I will never… never forgive that guy.

Naofumi: “Ren! You understand what’s next, right?”

Ren: “Ah!”

Naofumi: “Inform the Queen. I need to make that bastard pay! I can never forgive him!”

It is very likely that he was a Seven Star Hero.

I have to find out who was responsible!

I called Firo and left to look for the source of that flash of light.

Ren also came along while riding Gaelion.

But even though we searched all day, we could not find the culprit of that attack.

Naofumi: “Damn it! Where did he disappear to!?”

Ren: “Looking for him any more is pointless. Naofumi, please go on ahead and rest.”

Ren came and told me this.

Naofumi: “What are you saying!?”

Ren: “I’ll call you if I find something. So please bear with it for now.”

Naofumi: “But-”

Ren: “Please…”

Before I could argue, Ren pleaded with me.

His expression was mixed with both sadness and anger.

Ren: “Naofumi, you are not the only one who is furious. I am also filled with rage.”

Naofumi: “…I see.”

Ren: “Naofumi, you are the only one I have told this to. Earlier, I unsealed the Sword of Anger. Of course I haven’t used it, since at that time I was surprised at how you were behaving.”

Naofumi: “…”

Ren: “I don’t intend to forgive the culprit either. But, you need some time to calm down.”

It’s true…I need time to calm down.

I was under the illusion that I was calm, but in reality I was filled with anger.

What I am feeling right now…can’t easily be described.

When I was betrayed by Witch, my head was filled with anger.

Right now, I should rest for a bit.

I need to calm down so I can differentiate who my enemies are, and who it is I should protect.

Yes, I need to calm down the feelings in my heart.

Naofumi: “…I understand. I will leave the rest to you.”

I sit down at the temple as the day was ending.

The search is still ongoing.

While I was resting, like Ren asked me to, I became aware of how angry I was.

By changing to the Shield of Compassion, my anger begins to fade.

But even so, it was something I could not forgive.

That is because I can understand it… the unreasonable sorrow and suffering.

After the feelings of anger had calmed down, a sense of loss had filled my heart and dominated my mind.

Raphtalia stood by me before I could notice.

Raphtalia: “Atlas-san… that was unfair. I wanted to have Naofumi-sama turn around with my own power…”

Naofumi: “I see…but right now…”

Raphtalia: “I know. I understand completely… so it is okay for you to cry.”

But, Raphtalia is probably the one who wants to cry the most.

The pain of losing someone, such a feeling was represented by tears.

Naofumi: “I am not going to cry.”

I noticed something along my cheeks when I said that.

Are these… tears?

Since I had left the tent, I was unaware of it, but I was crying.

And… everyone else may have noticed.

I was crying.

Naofumi: “Uuh…”

Once I became aware of it, it was the only thing I could think about.

Raphtalia: “Naofumi-sama…”

I had unconsciously hugged Raphtalia and burst into tears.

After my duel at the castle, I decided to stop crying.

The tears won’t stop.

My tears start to overflow when I try to stop.

This was the pain and sorrow of losing someone that I knew.

It wasn’t something shameful; I realize this now.

More than anything… for the feelings of the girl who became my shield… I just wanted to silently cry.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 305

2015-05-17T12:30:24Z

Santy: /* The Girl Who Became a Shield */

==The Girl Who Became a Shield==

“Quit joking around!”

I understand what Atlas is trying to tell me.

And I shake my head at it.

“Do you understand the meaning behind your words!?” (Naofumi)

“Yes… I’m well aware. And still, I ask it of you.” (Atlas)

Her face isn’t one of someone telling a joke.

I look towards Fohl.

He’s… standing still, and glaring at me.

Even when I want him to speak up here, he stays silent.

He’s gripping his fists so strongly that they’re starting to bleed, but why…

“And please allow me one more bout of selfishness.” (Atlas)

“Wha-” (Naofumi)

I return my gaze to Atlas from Fohl, and see her mustering her power to get up. She gives me… A kiss on my lips.

The first kiss I ever got from a girl… tasted like blood.

As if her power supply had run out, Atlas falls back.

“I always wanted this. My wish has finally been granted.” (Atlas)

“Why are you acting love-struck in a time like this…” (Naofumi)

“Raphtalia-san.” (Atlas)

“Y-yes?” (Raphtalia)

Atlas calls out to Raphtalia, who had been watching over the exchange silently the whole time.

“The battle that I promised would definitely continue forever… It seems that it’s finally over.” (Atlas)

“No, it will still… continue forever!” (Raphtalia)

“Ufufu… for Raphtalia-san of all people to say something like that, I’m kind of happy. I think you understand, but I was always envious of you. No matter how hard I tried, I could never become Naofumi-sama’s number one. I knew.” (Atlas)

“That isn’t certain yet! Your competition with me will still… go on… and on…” (Raphtalia)

Atlas smiles upon seeing Raphtalia shed large drops of tears.

And she made a speech as if she had forseen this outcome.

“You sure are kind, Raphtalia-san. I understand why he likes you, but please listen to these words.” (Atlas)

“Not just these ones, I’ll listen to whatever words you have to offer. I’m fine with yielding Naofumi-sama once or twice, so please continue.” (Raphtalia)

“Raphtalia-san, Naofumi-sama… likes girls more than you think. He’s a normal boy. That’s why it’s fine if you… watch over him a little more.” (Atlas)

“… I know. But you’re the same, aren’t you? You can’t give up here!” (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia desperately pleads with her, but Atlas is already so weakened that she can’t even tell where she is anymore. She can no longer sense the chi in the air.

That’s just how little time she had left… the cold reality was approaching.

Eventually, as if she just noticed something, Atlas lets out words not directed at anyone in particular.

“Ah… that was right. Perhaps it would have been nice if I could spend my time with Raphtalia-san and Naofumi-sama together. Why didn’t I realize such a simple thing? … Thinking about it, I guess I’ve gotten another wish that will never be granted.” (Atlas)

“You’ll live! If it’s Naofumi-sama, you can definitely be saved!” (Raphtalia)

“Thanks.” (Atlas)

Atlas slowly shakes her head, more weakly than before.

“Naofumi-sama… please notice.” (Atlas)

“What?” (Naofumi)

“I was always doing my best to become number one in your heart. But… that wish was never granted.” (Atlas)

“What are you…” (Naofumi)

“Naofumi-sama, you yourself… probably didn’t think about it due to the wounds you bore on your heart. But become aware of it. Raphtalia-san… likes you as a member of the opposite sex. Just like me.” (Atlas)

“What are you saying at a time like this!” (Raphtalia)

“If it… weren’t a time like this, I know that Naofumi-sama would never lend his ears. Please believe… geho.” (Atlas)

I feel Atlas getting even weaker.

Ku… If I just use more Yggdrasil Medicine, and Revelation magic, then…

“Please… promise. I do nothing but ask things of you, so let this be my last request. Please… Naofumi-sama, please realize that there are people who like you. And please answer them. It’s a… promise.” (Atlas)

“Yeah! I understand! I get it, so don’t push yourself any further!” (Naofumi)

God in heaven… please! Please save the people who believed in me.

Even from the moment I was born, I never wished for a miracle.

I never made a wish, even when Witch tricked me, and I wasn’t allowed a voice in this world.

“It’s a… promise. Though I already asked for quite a bit…” (Atlas)

“I get it… I’ll think about it, so…” (Naofumi)

“Ufufu… for me to be this precious to Naofumi-sama… I… was… hap…” (Atlas)

Atlas goes silent.

“At… las…?”

I frantically shake her, but she doesn’t move at all. Her expression is frozen in a kind smile.

“Atlas-san!” (Raphtalia)

“ATLAAAAAAAAAAASSSS!!”

My scream… finds no answer…

I have no idea how peaceful her mind was in the end.

Raphtalia is shedding tear after tear. Fohl just continues staring at me silently.

“…”

Atlas’s life is no longer here.

What’s lying here is…

I mutter at Fohl.

“Hate… me.” (Naofumi)

The sister he valued more than his own life died protecting me, and I couldn’t even save her… He has enough reason to hate me.

But the second the words exited my mouth, Fohl grabbed my collar, and stopped his clenched fist in front of my face.

“As if I could hate you! As if I could put your mind at ease by hating you!” (Fohl)

“Wha…” (Naofumi)

“Atlas, you see, until the end, she loved you! For your sake, she chose to sacrifice herself! Then I cannot… hate or resent you. I wasn’t able to save her either. If at the time, I had just stopped her, it would have never come to this!” (Fohl)

“But…”

Hypothetical possibilities floated in my mind.

At that time, if I stopped her, Atlas wouldn’t have died.

At that time, why couldn’t I answer to her feelings?

“At that time, if we had never met, Atlas… wouldn’t have died.” (Naofumi)

My field of vision took a 90 degree turn, and I was sent flying.

It was only after I hit the ground that I realized Fohl had hit me.

“Don’t say such things, even by mistake!” (Fohl)

“But that’s the truth-” (Naofumi)

“If she didn’t meet you at that time, Atlas would be dead! I was never able to raise the money necessary for the medicine to prolong her life. The next time she had a spasm, she would have died! And still… the one who let us walk freely was you! I won’t permit you to say things like that.” (Fohl)

“Even so… something like this…” (Naofumi)

“Don’t taint Atlas’s pride any further!” (Fohl)

Fohl turns his back to me.

Blood drips from his hanging hands.

He hit me, and I’m supposed to be harder than steel. He should be in pain.

The blood slowly drops on the ground.

“Atlas said it. She told me to think of the kids at the village like her, and to protect them. I have to honor her will! You are… the person I would have called my brother in law! I won’t let myself hate yooooooouuuuuuu!” (Fohl)

Fohl’s outburst echoes.

That voice… I’m not sure what power it held, but a bright light flew at him from the direction of the temple, and spun around him.

For a moment, a flash strong enough to make me close my eyes lighted the room, but it went out in an instant… On Fohl’s hands were a pair of Gauntlets.

“These are…”

They were familiar pieces of equipment…

What answered Fohl’s cry was the legendary weapon.

By scheme, or coincidence? The me of yesterday would have scoffed at this development.

But the current me doesn’t have the heart.

It’s already too late…

“I’ll definitely keep my promises to Atlas! I am… I am going to protect the villagers!” (Fohl)

Fohl ran off with tears flowing from his eyes.

To protect those on the battlefield.

I am… I am…

I soothe the sobbing Raphtalia, and… I think over the will left by the young girl that loved me.

“Please leave me alone for a moment.” (Naofumi)

I hold up the empty shell that was Atlas, and I… plead to Raphtalia, Rat, and the healers.

“… Understood. But don’t forget that the battle rages on.” (Rat)

“Yeah, I know.”

Raphtalia and Rat nod, and depart.

With a dim mind, I think about my memories with this girl.

That night when she first came to my room.

“Because I am the Hero of the Shield, The only thing this world lets me do is defend.”

I scorned my own role as I spoke to her.

“… I know. When I look at this village, I see that everyone is being protected under Naofumi-sama’s wings.”

“Wings…”

“If all you do is protect, everyone will someday leave your nest.”

“Anyone that wants to leave can leave, and still I will protect this village.”

“But then… Who will protect Naofumi-sama?”

“Wha?”

“This is what I think. If Rafatalia is Naofumi-sama’s sword, then perhaps I could become Naofumi-sama’s shield.”

“Shield… That’s not as easy as it sounds, you know.”<ref>TL: This is chapter 173</ref>

That wish was granted at the cost of her life.

That means I have to honor her last will.

If I, who can do nothing but protect, can’t grant a wish as simple as this… I would never be able to forgive myself.

Right… No matter who scorns me, no matter who abuses me, I, who was unable to protect this girl will honor my promise with her…!

“…………!”

Now, I will commit a taboo.

I bought this girl’s life, exploited her, worked her to death, and now I was going to torment her even afterwards. Why must a criminal like me feel this guilt?

I gaze at Atlas’s body.

This is a girl who liked someone like me.

She unconditionally accepted everything in me.

I’m going to absorb that girl into my shield.

Panic. Fear. Despair. Lamentation.

Various emotions swirl around my head.

I can’t stop the shaking in my body.

Even so, it’s something I must do.

If praying that much won’t bring about a miracle, if he is going to see this irrationality, and turn a blind eye… then god must not exist.

No, he’s an existence that can’t exist.

Like I’d let him exist!

If a god that permits this exists, I’ll never forgive him.

No matter what happens, I’ll kill him.

I mean, isn’t it strange!?

Everything was working smoothly.

I gave ample warning.

We were going to return home without any casualties!

If that light didn’t exist, Atlas wouldn’t have died.

To hell with Heroes.

To hell with God.

To hell with the Wave.

To hell with…

Why the hell should I… for this unreasonable world…

“Atlas… I think I kinda understand the reason you don’t want to return to the earth of this world.” (Naofumi)

The body of the girl who wouldn’t speak again was way too light.

But I will honor my promises.

I’ll never break them.

I won’t let her go to the heaven or hell of this shitty world.

“Ku…!”

The girl’s body disappears into my Shield.

It was the exact same light as when the Shield absorbed a monster or an object.

–

Curse Series. Wrath Shield, Blessing!

Blessed Series. You have unlocked the Shield of Compassion!

You have fulfilled the conditions to unlock the Soul Shield!

You have unlocked the Demi-Human Series! Series Completed!

You have completed the Slave User Series!

You have unlocked the Comrade Series! Series Completed!

You have dispelled the Curse of Blutopfer!

『Blessed Series』

The Blessed Series is a series granted only to those who have overcome their curses. A powerful series of weapons.

There is a default form, and it can evolve to other shapes.

The Equipment Bonuses are based on the Shield it changes to.

- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – — – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -

Bless Series

Shield of Compassion

Ability Bonus:
…

Equipment Bonus:

Skill 「Change Shield (Attack)」「Iron Maiden」「Meteor Wall」

Special Ability:

Benevolent Temptation 
Enchant 
Blessing 
All Resist 
Spell Support 
- – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – — – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – -

Along with the blind girl’s disappearance… the Shield of Compassion was born in my heart.

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Tate no Yuusha no Nariagari:Web Chapter 271

2015-05-17T05:49:11Z

Santy: /* King */

==King==

"Hey if it isn't Father-in-Law. Shall I wash your back?" (Motoyasu)

"It's fine. Rather, it's already been washed." (Naofumi)

...Motoyasu came over.

There is the reason why Firo fled.

Together with him are his three companions. Behind them, Ren is also there.

Are you coming in the bath with that Motoyasu...?

If it were me, I'd come up with some reason and enter at a different time.

Huh? The women's bath became noisy.

"Kyua!" (Gaelion)

Even Gaelion came over.

Did Ren bring him along?

Which means, Taniko and Female Knight should be in the women's bath as well.

Gaelion came flying over here, and landed to soak in the bath.

"Among you three, two are female, right? Go to the women's bath." (Naofumi)<ref>TL Note: He's talking about Motoyasu three companions, the Filo Rials.</ref>

"What's with that! Are you trying to separate me from Mokkun!?" (Kuu)<ref>ED Note: The red one</ref>

"That's right, no matter what you say, I'll aaalways be with Moーchan!" (Marin) <ref>ED Note: The blue one</ref>

The red one declared that while looking agitated, and the blue one agreed.

Right now they're in human form.

Looking it over again, though their colors and hairdos are different from Firo, their personalities are pretty close.

"Even though you're that female's owner, don't push it!" (Kuu)

For some reason, with a strong-willed expression, she raises a shrill voice.

For Motoyasu to be liked with this strong of a desire to monopolize, is he releasing some kind of pheromone?

Keeping him company is a pain.

"Father-in-Law said it's no good. C'mon you two, go to the women's bath." (Motoyasu)

"That's right. Kuu and Marin are females, so you're going to the women's bath." (Midori)

And like that, Midori (the green one) happily pushed the two other's backs and forcibly drove them away towards the hedge dividing the baths.

As I thought, he's a little black-hearted.

However, it's better than the usual noisiness.

Drive them away quickly.

""Buー!"" (Kuu & Marin)

Leaving the same noise of protest as Firo usually does, the two jump over the hedge.

After that, a very happy-looking Midori took Motoyasu's arm and walked over here.

"All riーght, I'm washing Midoriー" (Motoyasu)

"Yes!" (Midori)

In an extremely good mood, Midori was washed by Motoyasu.

Ren was pleasantly watching that scene.

"So Naofumi also came over." (Ren)

"That's right. More importantly, the women's bath sure is noisy." (Naofumi)

"There were some who said they wanted to come along, so I took them over." (Ren)

"So that was it after all." (Naofumi)

Over there is really a noisy state of affairs.

"Kyaー" those kinds of screams like they're having fun can be heard.

"This is good water." (Ren)

"Indeed. How is the situation of the curse?" (Naofumi)

"I think it's probably getting better. Just a little, but today I got some experience." (Ren)

"Oh really?" (Naofumi)

Me too, I'm confident that since I started entering the hot springs, little by little I can see my Status Degradation getting cured more rapidly.

Well then... taking a long bath is also good, but is it about time to get up?

Thinking the same, Rishia and Itsuki get up from the spring.

"Then, I'm leaving first. Recover yourself at ease." (Naofumi)

"Sure." (Ren)

It was around the time I was having this conversation with Ren, I think.

Motoyasu was walking along the hedge and started peeping.

"Motoyasu-san. Stop this." (Midori)

"What are you saying, Midori? I must confirm Firo-tan's growth with my eyes no matter what. For instance, even though there's a lot of pigs there, enough to make me nauseous, I'm not afraid." (Motoyasu)

Oh c'mon already... even if Motoyasu comes to the bath, his broken state doesn't change?

Something troublesome seems to be starting.

This time, let me get up quickly.

"What are you doing!?" (Ren)

Ren took care of cautioning Motoyasu, who started peeping.

Previously, you were aiming for the "cool", lucky lecher act, weren't you?

Judging by appearance, he cautioned him seriously, but...

"Fuee~..." (Rishia)

To the Motoyasu trying to peek in right before her eyes, Rishia leaked out her voice.

Indeed, trying to peek with a woman right next to you! That guy is a Hero.

In a different sense.

"Even though I was thinking of how much I want to see Firo-tan..." (Motoyasu)

"Indeed, anyone would think of wanting to see Firo-san, right?" (Itsuki)

Itsuki gets on board with Motoyasu's words.

What's with that? Why are you getting on board?

"Itsuki-sama! What are you saying?" (Rishia)

"But you heard it, how Firo-san has become pretty too, right? It's in that meaning, isn't it?" (Itsuki)<ref>The word here for pretty is ‘kirei’, which means both ‘pretty’ and ‘clean’. Firo became "kirei"(clean) when Naofumi washed her in the previous chapter, which Itsuki has interpreted as “kirei”(pretty).</ref>

Indeed, when I washed Firo, she did ask, 'Is Firo pretty~?'

Is that what you're talking about?

So you're still a little weird after all.

"All right, then Itsuki, let's go peep in on the women's bath together!" (Motoyasu)

"Understood." (Itsuki)

"Stop Itsuki!" (Naofumi)

"Please stop, Itsuki-sama!" (Rishia)

"Understood." (Itsuki)

This routine sure is troublesome.

Should I get up already?

"Come on, Midori, become a foothold!" (Motoyasu)

Now you're trying to make a foothold to peep on!?

It's dislikable, isn't it? Midori wanted to come in the bath with Motoyasu, after all.

"I don't want to." (Midori)

Just as I thought, it was rejected.

"Nono, Midori, here you must follow my order." (Motoyasu)

And so, Motoyaso took off the towel that was wrapping around Midori.

Why did you take off the towel!?

"""!?"""

Ren, Itsuki, and Rishia all petrified in an instant.

I was looking away as I was leaving, so I didn't see it; what's up?

"A... u... It, it's embarrassing." (Midori)

For the first time, Midori went into his Filo Rial form in front of me.

It's huge!

Even bigger than Firo in her Filo Rial form.

While in human form they don't differ much, but even though among the three he's shortest, in Filo Rial form he's the tallest?

Is it because he's male?

No, in our Filo Rial barn there are other males, but they're not this big.

"Huge!" (Ren)

"It's big." (Itsuki)

"Fueeeeee..." (Rishia)

Motoyasu jumped on the embarrassed Midori's back and tried peeking over the hedge.

Certainly I also think he's big, but... why are you all surprised that much?

"Naofumi also saw it?" (Ren)

"Saw what?" (Naofumi)

"You didn't see it!?" (Ren)

"Like I said, saw what?" (Naofumi)

"Before that one transformed, underneath the towel――" (Ren)

"Wa, Waaaaaaa!" (Midori)

Midori flails about and Motoyasu slips off; he sinks into the spring.

Midori then shuts up Ren's mouth.

"Truly a King!” (Itsuki)

However, Itsuki ended up giving the continuation.

Don't let your emotions show up only at a time like this!

Was it really something to be that astonished about?

"King? Isn't that because he's a male?" (Naofumi)

"That's not it..." (Itsuki)

"Waaaaaaaaaa! Stooooooooop!" (Midori)

"Understood." (Itsuki)

Huh?

I don't quite get it.

"Naofumi-sama, did something happen?" (Raphtalia)

Raphtalia peeks over from the hedge, showing her face.

"Yeah, apparently this idiot tried peeping again, but Midori here――" (Naofumi)

"Please. Not one more word, don't cause an uproar!" (Midori)

Midori, who returned to human form and covered his nether regions with the towel supplicated.

What are you so afraid of?

"Is that so?" (Raphtalia)

"Naofumi-sama... didn't participate, right?" (Raphtalia)

"Yeah, I was just trying to leave." (Naofumi)

Already at the vicinity of the dressing room, I wave at Raphtalia as I answer.

Or should I say, don't you peep on the men's bath.

"...A little..." (Raphtalia)

"Aa? Come again?" (Naofumi)

I'm not particularly going deaf.

The words Raphtalia was muttering, I heard them word for word.

Therefore, I try asking.

"You wanted me to see, is it?" (Naofumi)

It's a fact that I have no interest, but well...

At any rate, Raphtalia saying that kind of thing sure is unusual.

Is there some reason... Ah, is that it?

"Were you playing some kind of game? If you made me peep you'd win, that kind of game?" (Naofumi)

"Haa......" (Raphtalia)

So it was like that.

That noisy bunch came over to the bath, so you ended up playing some weird game.

Those guys seem to have a lot of fun teasing me, so Raphtalia too got pulled into it.

The principal offender, is it Melty?

Kiel would also be a strong candidate, but it seems she came into the men's bath previously.

Who else came, I don't know.

Well, if they're getting along, it's fine.

"Fu...." (Gaelion)

Ignoring that situation was Gaelion, who went flying over to the hedge happily.

You're trying to peep, aren't you? Moreover, it's the papa Gaelion.

Don't get aroused over humans.

"Muー! Don't come here!" (Firo)

To the Gaelion who was trying to peep from the hedge, Firo threw a bucket right into his face, a clean hit.

"Kyuaa..." (Gaelion)

With a splash, Gaelion sunk into the spring.

Are you an idiot?

Really an incorrigible fellow.

"Anyway, I'm leaving. Raphtalia and everyone else, soak at your leisure." (Naofumi)

"Haa... Understood." (Raphtalia)

Motoyasu sitting in a seiza alone this time is an inconsequential complement.

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