Black haired wise man Chiyuki

　In the morning, you can feel the warriors gathering around the camp curtain.
　It's not dark inside this tent because there is magical lighting inside.
　However, the sky outside is cloudy and dim, and it will be darker in the deep, misty forest.
　The warriors are about to charge in, and I'm beginning to wonder if it's safe.

'Welcome home. Mr. Syrone.

　The next morning, Shirone returns from the Kingdom of Argoa.

I'm home. I'm back, Chiyuki-san. What's that thing in the sky anyway?

　Shirone, who has returned to the camp curtain, points to the sky.
　Probably not visible to the rest of us here, but there's actually an empty ship floating above the clouds.

'Oh, don't worry about it. It's just a visit.
?

　I say, holding my forehead and Shirone tilts her head.

'Sirone!　It's called Alfoss, and it's awesome! The beauty gods are here!　I went with Nao-chan a while ago to see the Gojyo!

　Reno says excitedly.
　The empty ship belongs to Alfos, the god of song and art.
　Alfos is going to watch us fight.
　I remember that look.
　He was a ridiculously beautiful man.
　I can see why Reno is so excited. If that one were to come on to me with serious eyes, any woman might be swayed.
　I think I understand a little bit about the men who are taken aback by Raina.
　Alfos is definitely a male version of Raina.

You're right. He's incredibly handsome~. And the women at his side were all beautiful too. It was a truly heavenly scene.

　Nao nodded yes.
　Alfos is not the only one on the empty ship, but his wives are there as well.
　The number of them is said to be over a thousand.
　All of them are beautiful women, goddesses, female angels, high elves, and some of them are former humans.
　According to Nao's story, there are also men, but it seems that they are just guards and scullery maids, and they were used by beautiful women with their jaws, and it is said that they looked pitiful.
　Reno said, "Was there such a thing? So they must have been pretty shady.
　However, we have a pretty large group of beautiful women plus an escort.
　It's watching us in the clouds.
　It makes me a little angry.

'You could have helped us out as well as watched us at all: ......

　I mutter to myself.
　I wish he would come out and fight, since the humans are in trouble, but he doesn't seem to have any intention of doing so.
　He just seems to be looking at me like I'm a god.

'That's all right. Let him watch. You want to see me, my sister, the brave one, in action. I'm sure you'll be able to see that.

　Rage smiles wryly.
　Probably because Raina is involved. Rage seems to be willing to do it.
　But I'm worried.
　From the way Alfos talks, I have a feeling that something is waiting for me in this forest.
　Maybe it's better to go home.

''Brave Lord. Now that the warriors are here, could you give them a few words of encouragement if you can?

　Porthos comes to the camp where we are.

'Yes, General Porthos. I'll be right there.

　We go out and the warriors are all there.
　They are all here, but they are not lined up in an orderly fashion, and it seems like they are just gathered together.
　Especially since they are untrained freedom fighters, it can't be helped.
　And the equipment of such freedom fighters is also uneven.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but I'm sure it's a good idea.
　For example, the followers of the god of war, Thors, are naked on top.
　They are nude in principle because of their doctrine. The only exceptions are large beasts, magical beasts, and monster skins, which are allowed to be worn.
　For this reason, when you look at the warriors of Thors, they appear to be dressed as animals.
　Wolves, bears, boars, and orcs.
　It's a bit of a wildlife forest. However, I don't want to go even if I am told to come.
　In contrast, the knights and soldiers at General Porthos' side are well equipped.
　The knights wear sheet metal armor and long swords on their waists, and they carry kite shaped shields in their left hands to protect their legs when they are on horseback.
　The soldiers carry chainmail, long spears, and a circular shield in their left hand that is about sixty centimeters in diameter.
　Both are quite well equipped compared to the freedom fighters.
　But it seems that both the knights and the soldiers stay in the rear and don't charge into the forest.
　That means the poorly equipped ones will charge in and the well-equipped ones will stay behind.
　But no one seems to question it.
　Rather, the warriors of Toles want to be the first to charge.

'Warriors!　It's time for the assault!　Here's the brave Lord Rage, the Goddess Raina's favorite!　Victory will come to you!　Your warrior spirit will not fail to attract the attention of the maidens of war.　The brave ones will surely be led to the Garden of Elios!　Now it's time to fight!

　Porthos shouts and the warriors begin to shout in unison.
　In the doctrine, both the congregation of Lena and the congregation of Thors share a commonality where, when they die bravely fighting demons, their souls are carried by the war maidens to Elyos.
　And it is said that the beautiful nymphs welcome you in Elyos.
　For this reason, few warriors seem to be afraid of death. The warriors are willing to go into battle.
　I am reminded of the horror of religion when I see this scene.





Goz, the Goblin Prince.

How's it going out there, Goz?

　As I was looking out of the ward in the magic mirror, my mother called out to me from behind.

'Mother. It looks like we're finally going in.

　I said and turned back.
　The Great Hall of the Castle of Sweets. Many male gods are gathered there.

'Oh, well, well!　You are foolish enough to try to steal Raina, the woman who would have been my wife!　Let's let this Halseth turn it off!

　A brown-skinned man adorned with a golden trinket says, "You look like a human being, except that you have wings.
　He looks like a human, except for the wings.
　But, of course, it is not human. It's just that he has been magically transformed into human form.
　This man, who calls himself Harses, is a god of light who lives in the golden desert in the far west.
　The land ruled by this god is said to be inhabited by many beastmen, including the aristocratic Sphinx tribe, the Dog tribe, the Cat tribe, the Falcon tribe, the Frog tribe, the Crocodile tribe, and the Funkoro Gash tribe.

Do you think you can do it?　The Little Man of the Desert.

　The black lion-headed man-god who came last says to Halseth as if he were a fool.

'What do you mean by that?　You?　I may wear the black lion's headdress, but I know what you are!　Zuto! You evil god of war!
Zuto. As I recall, where you live, when you insult someone, you shorten their name and read it backwards. Fine, I'll play along.

　A man with a black lion's head draws a large sword from his back. The great sword is fitted with seven gems and gleams.

'I wish!　You owe me for the murder of my father!　I'm going to settle this on the ground now!

　As I say this, the wings on Halseth's back begin to glow.
　I step back so I don't get caught up in it.

'Hmph!　I blame your father, Ushalus, for meddling with Ischthia. I don't recognize you as the son of Ishtia. I tore you to pieces, and now you're back: ......
"Hmm. Your sister, Lady Tothna and Herkert, have brought my father back to life. But don't think that's the end of it!　You evil god!　And I owe you this left eye!　Let's settle this right here!

　Halseth touches the goldwork eye patch in his own left eye.

'My sister and the old frog lady also go off on a tangent. But that one didn't seem to revive, though. Now I'm going to crush your right eye too.

　The god called Zoot laughs.
　'If you don't, it will be a fight.

'Don't!　Don't fight it now!

　Suddenly, Herkert shouts out.
　Halseth and Zuto look at Herkert.

'Lord Herkert. Don't stop me, I have to end this evil god.
Harses. Son of Ushalus and Ishtia. Now, keep your priorities straight. Look around you. The other gods are waiting for you to crush each other.

　Herkert looks around, laughing.
　The other male gods are watching the two gods fighting each other while the other male gods are smirking.
　The gods here are united in defeating the heroes, but they are originally enemies of the same heavenly beauty Reena.
　It would be better if there were fewer enemies.

''Not at all. Hellkart-dono. If they want to fight, let them fight. I'm the only one who's brave enough to do it without these people here.

　With that, a man with red-copper skin steps forward.
　This man also has the appearance of a human, except for the fact that he has a scorpion tail.
　The name of the man-god with the scorpion's tail is Gilther. I heard that he is sometimes called Gilther by his nickname.
　Guiltar is different from Harses in that he is revered by the Scorpion Men, who live in the desert.
　There was also, I believe, a sister god named Bruul.
　This means that there are two desert gods living in the far west here.

"What do you mean by that?　Guiltal!　O god of death in the desert!

　Halseth bites Gilthar.
　Guiltal is a god who was once subordinate to Zarxis, the god of death.
　That's why Gilthar is also sometimes called the Grim Reaper.

''It means exactly what I said. I'm enough. And, of course, worthy of that beautiful Raina.

　Disconcertingly, Guiltal laughs.

'Humph! It's worthy of Raina!　For you, the spider-woman Atranaqua is enough!

　Zuto also made no attempt to hide his anger.

'Atrana and I are separated now, you know. From what I hear, she is now under the protection of Nargol. Modes gave me the latest news. Mr. Herkert. My wife is taking care of you.

　Guiltal thanked Herkert.

He says: "Yes, Atranaqua is in Herkert's keeping. I'll get it back to you. And Gilther. I don't want you to have to fight now, either.

　Herkert shook his head in relief.

'All right, sir. I am indebted to you. Now I'll help you defeat the brave men.

　Herkert nodded with satisfaction at Guiltal's words.

'That's what I meant!　You'll have to wait until after you've defeated Raina's lover, the brave one!　After that, you can fight over Renna as much as you want!

　The man-god nodded at Herkert's words.
　They are united in their aim for Raina. They seem to be able to fight together in defeating the biggest obstacle, the brave man.

'And then Goz to Datier!

　Herkert looks at me.

'What?　What is it?　Mr. Herkert?

　My mother rushes over to Herkert.

'You'll be the ones to deal with the humans! You can do that much, can't you?!

　Me and my mother had to nod.




◆Dark Knight Kroki.

What?　Huh?　Wasn't it just Rage and the others?

　I used shifting magic to travel to the Acheron Mountains, and from there, I decided to ride the dragon Glorious to Gotashi's castle.
　According to the werewolf Daegan, the raid will take place in the morning, and according to Kuna's story, the great witch Herukert is in the Castle of Sweets.
　I don't know why Herukert is at the Castle of Sweets.
　Well, it's not surprising that Herkert went to Datie's place, since the Goblin Queen Datie seems to be Herkert's apprentice, but what's going on suddenly?
　I wondered, but if Herkert was there, I was relieved.
　I was so relieved that my action was delayed.
　Then, on the way to the castle of Gokashi, I saw a flying ship floating above the clouds.
　When I saw the flying boat, I hid in the clouds in a hurry.
　And the morning came while I was hiding.
　By now, Rage and the others might be raiding the castle of sweets.
　According to Daegan's report, only Rage and the others should be here.
　Who could they be?
　Do you think they're with Raige and her friends?
　If so, it's tricky.
　I thought we could handle it if it was just Rage and the others, but with reinforcements, it might be a little tougher.

What are we going to do? Kuroki?

　Coona says worriedly to herself.
　Maybe we should actually go in.
　However, I'm sorry for Datie, but Kuna and Polen, the son of the Demon King, have higher priority.
　I can't let them meet with danger.
　I brought them here thinking that if it was just Rage and the others, they would be fine, but the situation has changed.
　I can't move around in this.
　I turn around and look behind Kuna.
　Behind her, Polen is sleeping on Glorious's back, saying "I can't eat anymore ...... mnya...mnya..." in her sleep, saying how she's not able to eat.
　Puchina, who is sleeping with him, seems to be in pain from the hug.

'What will we really do?'

　I am distressed.
　Anyway, I want to know why the people on that empty ship are here.
　If they're not here to take Rage's side, we might be able to work something out.
　I decide to bring Glorious a little closer to the empty ship myself.
　And that's when I got somewhat closer, hiding behind the clouds.
　I sense a strong hostility from the empty ship.

''Not good!!!!''

　He instantly summons his magic sword and wields it.
　It slices through the clouds, and the arrow that flew straight at him is sliced in two by the demon sword and burned by the black flames to disappear.
　Glorious roars low.
　Behind his back, I can feel Kuna reaching for his scythe.

'I'm sorry Kroki. I didn't defend myself in time.''

　Coona apologizes, but it can't be helped.
　The speed with which the arrows flew after feeling hostile intent was outrageous.
　With that, there would have been no time to deploy defensive magic.

''Kuroki-sensei?　What's going on?

　Polen jumps up when he senses something is wrong and looks worried.

'The enemy. Your Highness.''

　I assure you.
　There is no way that the person who is pointing this much hostility at you is not an enemy.
　I stared at the empty ship.
　The clouds in front of my eyes have disappeared due to the magical arrows, so there is nothing to block my view.
　A man with a bow is standing on the distant empty boat.
　Even from my male self, he's a ridiculously handsome man.
　That handsome man is surrounded by many beautiful women at his side.
　An empty boat carrying handsome men and beautiful women is approaching.
　I'm going to be on my guard.

I'm sorry, a huge dragon is approaching, I couldn't resist attacking it. I didn't think anyone else was on board. Are you hurt?

　The handsome man says sluggishly.
　The arrow definitely wasn't glorious, but came flying towards his own heart.
　In other words, this handsome man knew he was on board.
　What could he be?
　The handsome man seems to be smiling serenely, but he is radiating intense hostility from earlier.
　You may hold a grudge against a handsome man, but I don't think there's anything a handsome man can do against you.
　I think so as I look at the beautiful women around the handsome man.
　It's not just a matter of how much time you have left, but also how much time you have left.
　It's a good idea to be able to have a good time with them.
　The handsome man is surrounded by these beauties and laughs.
　The beauties have moistened their eyes at the sight of the handsome man.
　If it was before Kuna was born, they would have cried out in envy to the point of tears.
　The beauties are looking at the handsome man as if they were mocking themselves.

''Lies! Ah! That's Master Alfoss!　Doctor!　No way! I can't believe I got to see the real thing!

　Pollen looks at the handsome man's face and exclaims. He looks a little happy.
　Then again, I've heard the name Alfos before.
　After all, he is Raina's brother. He is supposed to be revered by humans as the god of song and art.
　That Alfos is looking straight at me.
　I'm not sure, but I feel like I can't avoid it.