Episode 24
Chapter 5 – The Sword and the Dungeon Girl
Three months have passed since I entered the academy.
okay! 3 months!
Slowly, the time to disrupt this peace is approaching.
Chapter 1 of the main story.
There will be a commotion in which the students who have just entered the school will unintentionally experience their first real battle.
me?
I have to prepare for that time.
To reap possible benefits.
Above all, to create a favorable future for me.
* * *
What is the most interesting thing after becoming Xian?
‘Magic! Black magic!’
This is the knowledge about magic that will be dealt with here.
‘Honestly, magic is cool!’
The feeling of handling a mysterious toy.
Just by casting spells and controlling mana, fire rises in front of your eyes and lightning strikes.
How thrilling it is!
In order to learn the tricks even a little bit, and to master more difficult magic, I put effort into it.
More than anything, I have a good teacher attached to me.
“Sian, what do you think is the difference between the human black magic system and the magic used by demons?”
While I was thinking about the magic ceremony over and over again, Emily approached me proudly in front of me and asked.
It doesn’t interfere with training.
Rather, this demon sister is teaching me black magic.
“For example, the black flame charcoal that Cyan uses often.”
Black flame bullet, a circle 2 flame attribute black magic.
“It was a human in the distant past… … It is said that the black magicians of the time developed it by mimicking the weakest flame used by demons.”
Emily sees black flames rising from her grip.
“You know that, too.”
“Because it was written in the books of humans.”
“… … Did you cheat?”
I was wondering what I was doing when I went to the library recently.
“The magic used by demons is the source of all black magic. I have heard.”
“that’s right. Then what is the difference between human and demonic magic?”
“Racial differences. How to use mana… … . It must be decisive whether or not there is a circle.”
“Answer~.”
Humans must create a starting point to activate magic by connecting circles with mana.
1 for Circle 1 magic.
Two for 2nd circle magic.
In order to use high-level magic, you need to amplify your magic power by resonating with a larger number of circles.
The conclusion that humans have reached is to develop and amplify the originally lacking magic power by developing a theory called circle magic to draw out the power needed to activate magic formulas.
“The devil isn’t like that.”
“From the point of view of a demon like me, your human magic is extremely ineffective. You have to go through cumbersome procedures to activate magic.”
What is magic to the devil?
“For us, magic is just instinct and ourselves. It causes the desired phenomenon by relieving the energy that makes up one’s existence.”
like your own limbs.
That is why demonic magic is powerful and elusive.
As long as it’s within the scope of the demon’s power, you can freely use any magic.
Of course, tastes and specialties are different for each demon, so it cannot be said to be omnipotent.
‘Instead, it’s fast and powerful.’
However, humans have to make painful calculations just to start a single fire.
that’s the difference.
“Instead, human magic has increased stability.”
There are pros and cons.
The important thing is to recognize that and calmly distinguish the strengths.
“… … After all, human magic is more backward compatible than demonic magic.”
“huh? How is that?”
“No, it’s nothing.”
Maybe something is possible, but let’s say that after examining the hypotheses more slowly.
“Anyway, just doing a comparative analysis based on Emily’s magic helps a lot in mastering my black magic.”
“I’d rather teach you something other than magic.”
“That’s roughly the specification.”
“It’s rare for a human to call a succubus and ask for a lesson like this. draft.”
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“How are you?”
Isn’t it common to wish wisdom from the devil?
Based on the flame Emily shows, I understand, analyze, and improve the difference from my fire magic.
It wasn’t without success.
《Dark Magic – Black Flame’s mastery has reached Lv.3.》
《As a result of reaching a certain level of skill proficiency, you will be able to learn higher derived skills.》
For skills in each category, you can learn higher-level related skills when you reach a certain level of proficiency.
You need to fully learn the 2nd circle black flame charcoal to have the conditions to learn the flame property black magic of the 3rd circle.
《Consumes 2 skill points.》
《Black Magic – You have learned the black flame annihilation octane.》
《Black Magic – Increases the mastery level of Black Flamed Octane.》
《Skill Point – Consumes 4pt.》
《Dark Magic – Mastery of Black Flame Annihilation Octane has reached Lv.3.》
In order to learn a higher skill, three conditions must be satisfied.
Each class has different detailed conditions, but in the case of magic series.
player’s level.
The number of mana circles you have.
And sufficient proficiency in sub-skills.
This is the structure of skill acquisition and training at the time of the game.
Even today, it is not much different.
‘It’s the most convenient way to forcibly raise the proficiency of a skill by using skill points.’
It is standard practice to only use those skills for which the training conditions are troublesome.
Points are limited.
If you want to learn it, there are only limited places to learn it, such as leveling up, quests, or events through classes.
The standard is to do what you can master by working hard, and use points for other annoying things to raise them to the appropriate level.
‘next time… … .’
《Skill Point – Consumes 2 pt.》
《Black Magic – Acquire Chaos Mind》
《Skill Point – Consumes 2 pt.》
《Black Magic – Acquire the Hand of Black Mud.》
《Increases the mastery level of the hand of black mud.》
《Skill Point – Consumes 4pt.》
《Dark Magic – Hand of Black Mud’s mastery has reached Lv.3.》
Learn additional magic with debuffs and holding effects necessary for combat.
‘Other than that, I’ll distribute it to an appropriate place.’
《Skill Point – Consumes 5pts.》
《Passive – learn curse resistance.》
《Skill Point – Consumes 5pts.》
《Passive – Acquire contamination immunity.》
If you prioritize investing in necessary passives, you will have what you need as soon as possible.
‘The first priority is to develop enough strength to solve the first chapter of the main story.’
“draft”
《Class: Warlock》
《Class Level: 15》
《Stamina: 145》《Magic Power: 219》《Agility: 108》《Luck: 89》
《Physical Defense: 11》《Magical Defense: 15》》Mental Resistance: 14》
《Plant tolerance: 25》
《Remaining Skill Points: 23pt》
‘It’s going smoothly at this pace.’
Everything is to prepare for an event that will happen some time later.
It’s been 3 months since I entered the academy.
Suddenly, the quest corresponding to Chapter 1 of the main scenario will start.
If you want to reap the benefits, you have to wait for the right time to intervene.
“… … Xian, the devil’s control is slightly out of control.”
Lithe and slightly stern, Emily pointed out my slightly distracted concentration.
I took a moment to catch my breath.
First of all, you have to focus on basic training again.
“Huhmm~.”
Leaving me like that, Emily makes a slightly meaningful sound and comes closer and makes eye contact.
“what?”
“Sometimes, I thought it was strange. Does Xian seem to be looking ahead and preparing for something?”
Sharp.
The devil is curious.
Responds honestly to interesting things, and once you set your eyes on it, you can’t stand it without digging it out.
Her golden eyes stare straight into mine.
Although the succubus’ eye light has a charm effect, it seems to have no effect on the contractor.
Even so, it must have been purely because of Emily’s appearance that somehow made her feel strange.
‘… … Rather, why is it in an atmosphere of being questioned?’
There is no corner to be stabbed.
“Aren’t you hiding something?”
“Hide it. There is no other person who has revealed everything as openly as I did with you.”
“Oh, you’re not talking about that.”
“hmm… … .”
Is it a gradual limit?
From Emily’s point of view, there must be a lot of questionable parts about my behavior.
“Same goes for that cat lady. Don’t you know too many things?”
Of course there are smart people. But my case will look different from that.
“Since we’re together, can I teach you?”
What’s the matter between you and me? You’re just a contractor and a succubus. Employers and Employees.
Normally, if I show signs of worry, I’d give up a little, but this time I don’t seem to have the heart to do so.
“I have a heavy mouth.”
“hehehe, then how about this?”
He smiled strangely and seemed to wrap his arms around my neck, then he gently pushed me away.
“Sssscha.”
As it is, I put my weight lightly on top of my belly and hold on tight.
“I know how to lighten up a heavy-mouthed kid.”
“That is so scary.”
It’s not hard to shake off.
Category of prank at best.
‘Is it better to tell… … .’
At the time of the game, Xian seemed to have a cold attitude towards his contracted familiar, Emily.
I don’t know what kind of result it will bring, so wouldn’t it be better to say something that I can understand to some extent?
What excuse should I give to convince them?
“… … I know the future.”
“oh? future? He says something unexpected.”
“I know what will happen in the next few years.”
It’s hard to get Emily to understand no matter how much I talk about the game and how I became a character in the game.
If so, can I say it in another way?
i know the future
If it’s a lie, Emily will notice, but the fact that I know the future isn’t a lie.
The scenario of the game is what will happen soon in the future.
“Is it like Wisdom?”
“I don’t understand all the detailed logic.”
“Come to think of it, there were people who received revelations or things like that from time to time.”
Because the people called prophets really exist in this world.
Perhaps if I watch future game scenarios, I will see a real prophet too.
“prophecy… … . Xian, do you want to change the future?”
Emily’s mischievous hand pauses for a moment.
His voice subsided slightly, and it was obvious that he was asking seriously.
“No way. Did I turn?”
I have no intention of changing the future.
“I just want to use the knowledge of the future to get ahead.”
For my own desire and seeing.
Even if I help someone, the result will definitely follow the purpose.
After answering right away, only then did Emily’s mood lighten up again.
“That’s a good answer. draft. I think you would know better, but this older sister will teach you one thing.”
“what… … .”
“Among the self-proclaimed prophets, not a single one met a comfortable end.”
“… … Right.”
I couldn’t hear it out.
As Emily said, those who appear in the game with the ability of prophecy… … .
‘Since they are all dead… … .’
In the future, entangled in salvation, they do not take care of themselves.
Those who are influenced by such a human being also emphasize only sacrifice to the prophet as a matter of course.
Such a mind becomes madness and drives it to a miserable end.
Because this is such a world.
I am alert again.
“I will be careful.”
I nodded earnestly, and only then, as if satisfied, did Emily change the topic.
“So Xian? What were you so eager to prepare for?”
Can you tell me that far?
“… … Five days from now.”
Five days later, the events of Chapter 1 of the main story begin.
“A gate to the dungeon will appear in the academy.”
Dungeon.
A demon of trials where you can obtain treasure, honor, and power.
“oh? really?”
Emily was also surprised and opened her mouth slightly.
Even the demons couldn’t dare predict the appearance of the dungeon.
Knowing that is proof that you really know the future.
“I want to clear the dungeon before it completely settles on the ground and gain a profit.”
It could be said that that was the purpose I was aiming for by intervening in the scenario of Chapter 1 of the main story.
* * *
“I think you’ve heard about dungeons at least once.”
Imperial history professor Chent Seros seems to have decided on a dungeon as the subject of today’s lecture.
I guess so.
It brings back memories of when I played the game.
At that time, the class part played the role of explaining the elements and settings that would be related to the next main scenario.
The fact that this topic comes out means that the incident in Chapter 1 is right around the corner.
“There is no exact record of when the dungeon first appeared.”
No one can predict the appearance of dungeons.
It is unknown when and where it will appear.
When the entrance to the demon cave appeared, a large amount of monsters appeared around it, so in the distant past, it was a disaster itself, and it was feared.
“The concept of exploring dungeons in earnest came about when the achievements of Aileon Billest, who were active in the early days of the Empire, became known.”
At the time, this young man, who was only the enemy of a baron family, suddenly jumped into a dungeon.
He was criticized for going out of his mind, but no one laughed at him after he returned.
The first dungeon raider.
By attacking and conquering the dungeon, he became a hero who announced what was at the end.
If you clear the dungeon, you will get a huge reward.
It didn’t just refer to gold and silver treasures, but things like skills or artifacts that couldn’t be made with human hands.
‘Nodaji, nodajiya.’
As the enormous rewards of dungeons became known, people began to dream and challenge dungeons.
Many people sacrificed in vain in the dungeon, but there were also people who occasionally raided the dungeon and returned.
“If you build up your skills and get recognized, you might be given permission to enter the dungeon.”
For example, the main character, the main character, or the main character.
Because dungeons are like mines for important experience points and item supplies.
The story is blocked because the level is low?
It’s solved by going to the dungeon.
Are you short of money?
You can earn it by going to the dungeon.
Anyway, go to the dungeon and everything will be solved!