Although we met many problems along the way, the main purpose of the journey was achieved!
Also, the incident in the Dwarf Kingdom has sadly prevented me from further research on handiwork and armor… well, it can’t be helped.
Perhaps it has to do with the fact that they are, themselves, a half magical race.
Ranga was waving his tail happily around me. However, when I told him to carry two of the three brothers, his joyful expression quickly turned sour, and he took a step back.
Mimicry: Black Storm Star Wolf (Tempest Start Wolf)
Everyone being motivated is surely a good thing.
Hearing those words, the other goblins’ and black wolves’ eyes lit up in determination. “But, that can’t be. Gobuta is the kind of guy to walk to and from the Dwarf Kingdom on foot!” Come to think of it, he’s right! You’d think he’s just a fool! But, I guess he’s the type of guy that can do it when it matters. Well, Gobuta is a fool, but that certainly doesn’t mean he’s incompetent. Come to think of it, he made a four month journey on foot alone while scavenging for food; if he were weak, I doubt he could’ve done it. Thus, my mental evaluation of Gobuta rose. Well, sooner or later it will drop…! When the night comes, we take a break. I’m not tired at all, but the others need a break. While everyone rests, I’ll try out some abilities. The physical abilities of the Black Storm Star Wolf (Tempest Star Wolf) are really high. I could feel the power gushing out. When I kick the ground lightly, I instantly leap into the air, and gallop through the air. Combined with my reaction speed, I can probably bring out its full potential. To begin with, most of my battles to date ended with “[Water Blade]!” and the enemy were decapitated. Since strength and agility are important factors in a fight, this is a pretty good development. Enough to say that I am satisfied the Tempest Star Wolf’s combat ability. From what I imitated with [Great Sage], while mimicking the black wolf, I can instantly kill the black snake. Without any special abilities. I received an explanation on ranks in the town. The Lizard was a rank B-. Via the simulation ability of the [Great Sage], one could approximate the rank of other monsters. The black snake would never reach A rank, but, being able to defeat ten centipedes, one could rank it as A-… Similarly, a normal—not mimicked—black storm star wolf is stronger than a black snake, but a fight against ten of them would be impossible… No, wait… there’s that ominous [Black Lightning] skill… My instincts scream that it’s dangerous. And yet, I return to being a slime, and try it out. The result, Pika~tsu! ……..Chudo—n!!! Fufufu…. My test target, a big boulder on the riverside, crumbled to dust. Thus, I judged that I should absolutely never use this skill again! So, I didn’t do anything! A lightning just hit there for no reason! Let’s go with that. There was another such skill, the black’s snake [Noxious Breath]. I shall also seal it. At least, until I can properly adjust the output.
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While eating breakfast, we discussed future plans. I explained to them that we were bound to arrive at the village in two days. “Impossi…!”
The dwarfs was not convinced Thus, we resumed our journey. Along the way, we conversed using [Thought Transmission]. The dwarfs can also use it, which saves us some trouble. [Thought Transmission] is an improvement over basic telepathy, as it is stronger, allows a larger network, can be used during other maneuvers, and has range of about a kilometer. On the second sprint, the dwarfs cling to our backs without fainting. Seems like they properly prepared themselves beforehand. Since the wind pressure forced them to keep their eyes closed, I made a thin membrane with my thread to protect their eyes. Surprisingly, it works.
Heroes from fairy tales come out only in bedtime stories. This hero, however, is alive and well, supporting and protecting his people as their King. Thus, it is exactly as he said—everyone respects and admires him; and, everyone would surely want to be useful to such a King.... Do I have the resolution to do the same? I became the goblins’ master by pure chance. But, how should I proceed from now on? It’s fine. No doubt about it! That’s the kind of “myself” that I wished to become. “Hey, Kaijin. Why have you decided to follow me? If you think about it, isn’t it far better for you to return to the King’s service?” Upon hearing this question, this is how Kaijin answered. “Gahahahaha! Danna (TL note: can mean master but I left it in romaji) is surprisingly tactful! Why? Because it seemed interesting! That’s what my instincts told me. This guy can do anything! And that was it. Don’t you think it’s a fine reason?” A fine reason… huh?
“I know.”
I nodded with satisfaction at his response.
Two days later, we arrived at the village.
Ours objective was achieved: we returned to the village!