Veldora
The moment I ordered『Wisdom King Raphael』to release Veldora, I felt an energy storm rage within me.
I felt a soul of overwhelming power be released.
(I am reborn!!!)
Don’t you sound weird? I wanted to retort, but abstained and,
(Yo! It’s been a while, how have you been?)
I offer a light greeting.
(… What’s with that… I’m back and such a lousy greeting…
(Nope!『Infinite Prison』did take a while, though.
(Well, my unique skill『Investigator』has also been analyzing the prison.
How absurdly strong it was,『Infinite Prison』! As expected of a hero.
By the way, what’s with the skills evolving?)
Veldora asked and I began the explanation.
『Great Sage』had become『Raphael』and its analytical abilities greatly increased.
(Hoho, so that’s how it was. Oh, and you became a demon lord in less than a year!
(Well! Who would’ve known! Could I be a genius?
That much is a given, no?)
And then going around naming people left and right… you do know that whenever you didn’t have enough energy it came from me, right?
I thought that by having my energy taken by you would extend the imprisonment, but who would have thought you’d shorten it by evolving.
Very unexpected, I must say!)
Eh? So the reason I was fine naming everyone was because of Veldora?
I guess I can’t be naming people as recklessly anymore.
Well, this late in the game, let’s just say that everything went according to plan.
(Yeah? I planned this all, though (a blatant lie)!
The demon lord evolution mentioned something about gifts given to everyone I was linked to)
He made an incredulous face.
And thinking for a second,
(Ooooh! So that’s the skill evolution!
Recognizing my inquisitive spirit, I was granted path to the ultimate truth!)
He is very excited.
Though that’s perfectly fine.
To the greatly elated Veldora,
(Good for you, I guess. Skill evolution happens unexpectedly often, right?)
I ask,
(Fool! I didn’t expect such a thing to happen for a few thousand years.
You have experienced something truly precious!)
He responded.
I do want to continue talking for a while longer, but Veldora is probably itching to go outside.
He’s being traced by the Church’s magic, after all.
Wouldn’t they find out the moment he exists?
(Hey, now that we cracked the seal and you have been reborn, will you go outside?
(Would you be troubled if they did?)
Yes.
Would I be troubled… Nope, not in the slightest, I think?
If anything does happen I can always depend on Veldora.
(Nope; if I think about it, it doesn’t trouble me that much.
So, as a medium, how about you use one of my clones?)
I offered and, creating a clone, moved the Veldora’s consciousness to it.
Thus releasing him from my stomach.
I and my beautiful clone.
Is what I thought…
Only my general facial features remained. He has become a good looking young man.
As I thought, he’s a complete battle maniac. Taking on an easy to fight in yet intimidating form.
He didn’t turn into a giant dragon, and I almost expected him to do so.
(Kuahahaha! I have obtained the strongest power! All who disobey shall die!!!)
And other such lines, Veldora said trying to appear like a stereotypical villain.
By the way, I remember that line. A boss in my favorite manga said it.
「Hey… old geezer. How do you know that line?」
「Yo! You do know that doing such a pointless thing delayed the analysis, right?」
「…..Eh?」
We were looking each other in the eye.
Unfortunately, I doubt there was anything pleasant in those memories.
「That aside. You’ve released me, you have my thanks!」
He lowered his eyes and redirected the conversation.
At that moment,
≪Announcement. I have obtained two important pieces of information≫
Raphael said.
This is what he reported,
≪First, the establishment of a “Soul Corridor” with the individual: Veldora has been confirmed.
The effects of ultimate skill『Storm King Veldora』are as follows.
Storm Dragon Summon: The ability to summon Veldora in his dragon form.
※Depending on the amount of magical energy allocated, the summoning time is reduced.
Storm Dragon Release: The ability to have Individual: Veldora use a clone.
※Even in the case of death, memory recovery is possible.
Storm Dragon Magic Archive: The ability to use “Death Heralding Winds”, “Black Lightning”, and “Storm of Destruction”
As described above.
However, in current state, other skills of『Storm King Veldora』cannot be used≫
Another bombshell announcement.
I relate the information to Veldora,
「A “Soul Corridor”, huh. So all my memories will transcend time and space and are accumulated within you.
Even if I am again sealed in an Infinite Prison, all you have to do is to cancel the summon.
I mean, I always was nearly invincible, but now I’m immortal as well…」
Well, that is assuming I continue living.
Imagine if someone attacks me thinking it will be a one-on-one and suddenly “Yahoo!”, Veldora appears!
What a ridiculous trump card I’ve acquired.
Speaking of that, weren’t there two pieces of information?
≪The second: via food chain, a great number of abilities have been offered up to you, master.
Should I selectively eliminate some through combining and strengthening others? [YES]/[NO]≫
Not that I’ll have the time to use them.
So that should be fine.
Skills combination has begun, and quickly ended.
≪Announcement. Unique skill『Endless Prison』has been used as a base during fusion… success.
Unique skill『Endless Prison』has evolved into ultimate skill『Covenant King Uriel』≫
What?
That was an important announcement but Raphael-san is completely unfazed.
Perhaps this is the crystallized form of my believers’ loyalty.
I check my strength after acquiring the skill. I feel an overwhelming sense of safety.
Perhaps this is the proof of my bonds with my comrades.
Hmm? Wait a second…
Now… isn’t it fine for me to be proud of my abilities? No, let’s not get negligent.
As someone who calls himself a demon lord, I can’t let my guard down.
Anyways, let’s check its abilities.
≪Solution. Ultimate skill『Covenant King Uriel』has the following abilities.
Spacial Domination: The ability to to manipulate space to shift to a recognized coordinate. Movement Ability.
Defense Barrier: The ability to create a multi-layered defense, and distort space in order to create absolute defense.
Infinite Prison: The ability to completely seal the target with the ultimate seal.
Secluded Space: The ability to control heat by manipulating inertia. It is now possible to release and absorb heat at will.
That is all.
Upon acquiring this skill, relevant inferior extra skills have been removed≫
I see…
Defense Barrier seems to now cover my body. My interference is unnecessary, Raphael seems to have it completely under control.
I don’t really get Secluded Space. I do believe I have a higher class flame manipulation ability though…
On my command, it disappears. Oh… okay.
Since it surpasses my understanding I might not be able to use it, but I do understand that it’s another absurd skill.
Frankly, Uriel’s skills are instant travel, absolute defense, and sealing.
So… aren’t I invincible?
No getting on the high horse for this slime.
While I was verifying my abilities, Veldora was checking his own ultimate skill『Investigation King Faust』.
Its abilities include Thought Acceleration, Appraisal, All of Creation, Probability Estimation, and Pursuit of Truth.
But, i probably wouldn’t understand them anyways.
Thus having finished investigating my new abilities, I headed out.
We opened the door and stepped outside.
Did something happen?
「T-t-today is t-t-truly a fortunate d-day…
To find Rimuru-sama and V-Veldora-sama in good health…」
He’s trembling nervously.
No matter what form he takes, his presence gives him away.
Moreover, the monsters of Jura Forest for a long time revered Veldora.
I see, so even if him going outside wouldn’t trouble me, it could cause a panic inside the city.
「Veldora, you wouldn’t mind me releasing the clone and having you hop back inside for a minute?」
I haven’t finished reading this one manga through your memories, and I can use your eyes to obtain all the necessary information」
He happily agreed.
After Veldora entered me,
「Gabil, there’s no need to worry that much.
「U-umm…
And on that note, since when had Veldora-sama been reborn?」
Trying to hide his trembling, he asked.
Promising that I’ll introduce him to everyone at the meeting of the department heads.
Now then, after returning to the city, I find it troubling, as expected.
The word on the street is “Storm Dragon has been reborn”, so everyone is on their guard.
「Oh, Rimuru-sama, you are unhurt!
Knowing that Rimuru-sama has headed off in that direction, we were worried.」
「Is my brother, is Gabil alive?!」
Rigurdo was reassured by my return, and so said.
At the same time, Gabil’s sister Souka ran up concerned.
「Hmm? Oh, no problems. Rigurdo, how are the preparations for the meeting?」
More importantly, it seems that Veldora-sama’s presence is approaching here」
Word does go around fast.
Letting everyone know, we decided to hold a great conference.
We need to decide our next steps, after all.
「Souka, Gabil will be there, and you must participate too.
「Ay! I live to serve!」
She exclaimed and ran off.
If I leave it to them, they should gather everyone quickly.
While that was being done, I had Rigurdo explain the Department Heads’ abilities.
First, Benimaru
Name: Benimaru
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 213,000]
Skills: Unique skill『Generalissimo』Thought acceleration, Thought Domination, Prediction
. Daily skills 『Magic Perception』『Heat Detection』『Majesty』『Herculean Strength』
. Battle Skill…『Fire Transformation』
Resistances: Physical Attack Nullification, Pain Nullification, Status Change Nullification, Spirit Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Attack Resistance, Natural Effect Resistance
In short, absurd.
Next is Shuna
Name: Shuna
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 12.000]
Skills: Unique skill『Analyst』Thought Acceleration, Appraisal, Incantation Voided
. Extra skill『Multiple Barrier』『Spatial Travel』
. Daily skill『Magic Perception』『Majesty』
Resistances: Status Change Nullification, Spirit Attack Resistance
Shuna also exceeds A rank.
As for Hakurou,
Name: Hakurou
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 65,500]
Skills: Unique Skill『Martial Artist』Thought Acceleration, Supreme Acceleration, Future Prediction
. Daily Skill 『Magic Perception』『Majesty』『Herculean Strength』
Resistances: Status Change Resistance, Spirit Attack Resistance
As expected.
Though that’s what we all tend to call him.
He really is fully dedicated to the smithy.
As for Souei
Name: Souei
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 187,000]
Skills: Unique Skill『Assassin』Thought Acceleration, One Hit Kill, Supreme Acceleration
. Daily Skill 『Magic Perception』『Fear』『Majesty』
. Battle Skills『Poison, Paralysis, Corrosive Breath』『Clone』『Web Manipulation』
Resistances: Pain Nullification, Status Change Nullification, Physical and Spiritual Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Attack Resistance, Natural Effects Resistance
He too specialized in combat. Oh and One Hit Kill is not a physical attack, it targets the spiritual body directly.
What a dangerous man he has become.
Now the problem child, Shion.
Name: Shion
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 224,000]
Skills: Unique Skill『Cook』Decision Result, Optimal Choice
. Daily Skill『Magic Perception』『Fear』『War Goddess』
. Battle Skill『Demon Transformation』
Resistances: Pain Nullification, Status Nullification, Physical and Spiritual Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Resistance, Natural Effect Resistance
She…
But she truly surpasses Benimaru’s fighting potential.
And hey, what’s with the『Demon Transformation』?! She’s a quasi-demon lord now.
Why do we need another dangerous individual on the loose?
Next is Gabil…
Name: Gabil
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 126,000]
Skills: Unique Skill『Tuner』Unexpected Results, Fate Change
. Daily Skill 『Magic Perception』『Heat Detection』『Super Olfaction』『Majesty』
. Battle Skill『Dragon Knight Transformation』『Flame Breath』『Thunder Breath』
Resistances: Pain Nullification, Status Change Nullification, Physical and Spiritual Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Attack Resistance, Natural Effect Resistance
I don’t know what this means.
Probably, it might be a mysterious skill that activates when an attack doesn’t land or to change the worst outcome into a fortunate one or something.
As expected of Gabil.
He also possesses many resistances so he’s unexpectedly strong… probably.
Next, in charge of defense, is Gerudo.
Name: Gerudo
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A rank [EP: 147.000]
Skills: Unique Skill『Guardian』Grant Protection, Substitution, Iron Wall
. Extra Skill『Sage EX』『Multiple Barriers』『Spatial Travel』
. Battle Skill『Poison, Paralysis, Corrosive Breath』『Full Body Armor Change』『Thought Manipulation』
Resistances: Pain Nullification, Status Change Nullification, Physical and Spiritual Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Attack Resistance, Natural Effect Resistance EX
Very reliable.
I can expect much from him as a division general.
Last up is Diablo.
I mean, I called him and he appeared.
Name: Diablo
Blessing: Tempest Crest
Rank: A+ rank [EP: 444,000]
Skills: Unique Skill『Great Wiseman』Thought Acceleration, Thought Domination, Incantation Void.
. Extra Skill『Multiple Barriers』『Spatial Travel』
. Battle Skill『Law Manipulation』
Resistances: Physical Attack Nullification, Natural Effect Nullification, Status Change Nullification, Spirit Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Attack Resistance
Hahaha.
He’s become ridiculously strong.
No question about it.
After Veldora and I, he’s the next strongest guy in the city.
Letting him know to participate in the conference, I head to the large meeting room.
To aim to create a world where human and monsters can live together peacefully…