The people who were excited about the announcement of the event, and after waiting for their cheers to subside, Black opened his mouth again.

'........The Six Kings Festival will last for seven days. Except for the last day, the other six days will be dedicated to the festivals that we, the Sixth King, have planned. The order is: War King, World King, Death King, Dragon King, Phantom King, and then me. In other words, today will be the festival planned by Megiddo the Warlord.

　
　It doesn't matter much to people like me who participate in all seven days, but it seems that people who have difficulty participating in the seven days, like Ms. Fear, look at it and choose the days they will participate.

''........By the way, the order is drawn by lot.
I see.

　
　As I was nodding to Alice's supplement, Black on the stage dropped back and Megiddo-san came forward.

''Alright, then I'll explain it from here on out.

　Today is Megide-san's planned festival, so it's quite natural that Megide-san will be explaining things. But, hmmm........Megide-san's plan, no matter what you think of it, it's nothing but a battle and I'm pretty worried about it.......

The theme of my festival is, well, you know what I'm going to do, 'battle'!

　Desyonay. I'd be surprised if it was anything other than that.

Well, that doesn't mean you have to get defensive. It's basically a festival. Let's have some fun!

　Hmmm. Well, Megide-san is a person who thinks quite a bit, even though she looks like that, so it won't be that bad.

'It's too much trouble to explain everything, so I'll be brief. We have a variety of attractions throughout the city. Each attraction is staffed with one of my men. If you meet their requirements, you'll get a stamp and as for the stamp card, you'll get it at the first attraction you visit.

　Hmmm. I haven't been there much, so I'm just guessing........it's like a stamp rally at an amusement park?　Depending on the nature of the attraction, it sounds like a lot of fun.

Oh, don't worry. The attraction isn't all about fighting. We've got quizzes, we've got sports, we've got... Even kids can enjoy it. Then you can exchange the stamps you've collected for prizes at the exchange point we've set up in the square. You can exchange one stamp at a time, but of course the more stamps you collect, the better the prize. Do I make myself clear?　You're not gonna tell me that again?

　What do I do?

Oh, and since my staff is in charge of the attraction there are naturally the Five Warlords, too. The attraction of the Five Warlords is 'battle only', but of course, depending on the strength of the participants, a handicap will be prepared. If you win against the five Warlords, you will get an extra-large stamp, and if you collect five stamps, then... well, in short, if you win against all the Warlords, come to the central tower!　I'll give that man the 'right to fight me'!
....

　There are wild cheers from all over the place, but, well, it doesn't matter to me. Because I'm a combat type. I'm on the slime level according to Megiddo-san.
　So it doesn't matter to me at all........

'Oh, yeah!　Hey, "Kite"!　You're definitely going to take them all down and come to me!　It's a revenge match!

　Whoa!　What, are you pointing and pointing your name, you stupid gorilla!　I'm getting a ton of attention!　No, it's more than that....What's the recklessness?　What's wrong with you, telling the slime to take down the leadership?

'Go to Bacchus first!　We've been through this. All right?　Kite. Absolutely!
....
'Oops, I digress. Well, sort of. Of course, in addition to the attractions, there will be stalls. Make the most of it!

　Hearing Megide-san's voice, the people around me once again erupted in loud cheers.......but I was no longer in the mood for that. I was just stunned, with my mouth open.






　After Megide-san's explanation, each of the six kings explained their plans in turn, and the holding ceremony ended.
　And then Lilia-san and I joined everyone else........

''.........as expected. Miyama-sama, personally appointed by the Warlord, I'm so jealous!
Then I'll be happy to take your place, Luna Maria, and you can go.
Ha-ha, you've got to be kidding me.

　

It's a good idea to have a good time, Kaijin-senpai, please do your best!　Me and Aoi-senpai-senpai will go play in the sports area normally.
"I wish you well, Kaijin.
You're both getting stronger.

　The two younger ones are growing up, and he's almost in tears.

Well, according to the Phantom King's guidebook the place where Master Bacchus is located is north of the square.
Well, shall we all go there at once?

　Zeke tells me while looking at the guidebook by Alice, and Lilia suggests that we all head that way.
　I was almost relieved that we could all go together for the first time, but the world didn't work out that way.

　Fear and Ray looked at the guidebook from behind Zeke and seemed to notice something.

'Wait a minute, Zeke. There's a warning sign on it....
What did he say? 'The challenge to the Five Warlords is limited to those who have collected at least 10 stamps. However, those who have a black-ranked invitation can challenge without any conditions.
....

　It was restricted!　And I'm the only one who is politely making an exception!

........hmmm. Well then, since we're at a special time, let's just go around and collect the stamps at random, shall we?
''........Miss. I have a suggestion, but how about 'Miyama-sama only heads to the site first'?
Luna?
'Since you went out of your way to specify Master Bacchus in the first place, you must have some explanation or message to give him.　It would be rude to make him wait too long, and I think it would be better to ask Miyama-sama to go ahead and just listen to what he has to say. And it's okay to wait and not try.
I see... what do you think, Kite?

　Lunamaria's words are understandable. I dare to go to Bacchus-san's place first, so something must be going on.
　It seems to me that it would be best to go there first and wait for Lilia-san and the others to collect their stamps before coming.

'....Yes, I understand. Then I'll go ahead and go.
'Master?　If you'd like, I can come with you, even if I don't join the attraction myself?
It'll be fine. Have a good time, Anima, since you're here.
Well I understand. If you say so, Master.

　When I agreed to go alone, Anima anxiously asked me if I wanted to go with her. I was really glad to hear that, but I told her that I wanted to make sure Anima had a good time, and that I wouldn't be eaten if I went alone, so I was okay with that.

　I decided to leave everyone and head to the attraction where Bacchus was waiting for me.







'Oh, you're here, Miyama Kite!　It's been a while!
'It's been a while, Mr. Bacchus. Are you all right now?
Yes, it's healing nicely.

　The guidebook to get to the destination, it was a place like a large arena. But there was no spectator seating, so it was just a place for fighting.
　Mr. Bacchus was waiting for me in front of the arena and greeted me with a dynamic smile, but after exchanging greetings, he gave me a questioning look.

'Yeah?　But, lord ... did you come alone?
Yes, everyone else has gone to collect the stamps needed for the challenge.

Yes. So, I thought I'd at least listen to what you had to say first...
Okay, all right. Okay, I'll walk you through it briefly.

　Mr. Bacchus listened to my words and nodded once before taking out a large crystal ball.

It's a battle to be fought here, but of course, depending on the strength of the challenger, you will be at a disadvantage. This crystal is a tool to decide on that one...............................Let's try it out for a bit.
Yes, sir.

　When I touched the crystal ball at Bacchus-san's urging, a glowing figure appeared in the air.

This is a magic tool that measures a person's strength based on the magic power of the person who touched it.......well, there's no way to investigate the details of a person's skills, so that's just a rough idea.
"Mmm-hmm.


　I'm weak!　No, no, but this time they said I was stronger than slime!　That's progress!　........Even if it's a lie, it should have been a little higher.

''In this case, I'm at a handicap of 'no attack, no use of both hands, no use of one leg, no use of magic power, no movement restrictions', and if you are able to touch me, even the slightest touch to me, you will win.
But you're at a tremendous disadvantage.
Well, I'm still not gonna let you down that easily.

　Yeah, what can I say, I'm glad they had a ban on attacks and stuff like that for now. No, it was really good in many ways.

"Incidentally, the time limit is 20 minutes, and you can only try once.... which means that if you lose, you won't be able to get back to Megiddo.
''........hmmm. Why did Megide-san do that........
Hmm, Master Megiddo seems to have something he wants to teach you.
You want to tell me...?
Well, I don't know what to tell you, but I hope you won't be disappointed, Master Megiddo.
But I'll do my best.
Ha-ha, I'll just cut corners.

　I still don't know what Megiddo-san really meant when he told me to definitely challenge myself, but I'd like to live up to that expectation if I can, as Mr. Bacchus said.
　Well, if I can't help it I apologize.

"Oh, I almost forgot to mention that you can have a 'substitute' join you for the challenge.
'What?　Is that so?
Yes, but only those who can represent you can be your companions at your invitation. I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this, but I'm not going to tell you what to do. In that case, you'll have to measure your strength again with this magic tool and compete with the corresponding handicap.
Okay, I see.
"Ha, ha, well, I don't care who you appoint as your deputy, I won't let you get away with it so easily. I'm one of the Five Warlords. I won't let you suffer the same indignity as before.

　Even though it's limited to a substitute or a companion, there's also anima and the like, so if that's the case, there's a pretty good chance of success....

"Well, I guess the explanation is in order........Miyama Kite, shall we try this right away?
Oh, no, I mean, I'd like to set up a substitute if I could, so I'll wait for everyone else and then...
I understand.
...What?

　I'll wait for everyone and then challenge them........The moment I was about to say that, a single shadow quickly appeared in front of me.
　The pure white wings on its back, the beautiful blonde hair........and an overwhelming sense of intimidation.......

''Eh, Eden.........?''
Oh, so you're Miyamakite's deputy?　Tremendous magic, I saw that you are very powerful!　Let's see, let's get to work on this magic tool...
Affirmation.
Nuh-uh?

　Eden-san, who appeared as if it was obvious, nodded, and when she touched the offered crystal.......the crystal shattered into pieces.

''.........Hoho, I didn't expect it to be unmeasurable, hmmm, blood gushing......no shortage for the other party!

　No, no, no, Mr. Bacchus!　Because that person is no good, really no good!

Mr. Bacchus!　No!　Please run!

　Seeing Bacchus-san holding the big axe with a sense of motivation, I recovered from my confusion and reflexively let out a shout.
　Run, really run!　Because Mr. Eden is so ready to kill!

'What are you talking about, Miyama Kite? I am one of the Five Warlords, the Iron-blooded Bacchus!　I have no shame in turning my back and running away, no matter how strong my opponents are!
"...profanity.

　No, no, no, no, no, this is not the time to be cool!　Mr. Bacchus, get out of here!

　Dear Mom, Dad-- Due to the spectacular recklessness of Megiddo-san, I was asked to take on the five War King generals. And I was told that I could stand in for him, and the one who showed up was unexpectedly Mr. Eden - I'll say it again and again, please - run away, Mr. Bacchus!