The Lindbergh Magicians' Guild, a 155-year old guild.


　The first "Spirit King (Lord of) Cavalry (Phantom)" activation experiment.



Responsible for this experiment: B-class magician Cain Riestier

Witnesses: an A-class magician, Kirtas-Zamel, and three other C-class magicians. Three other C-class mages.

Boarding: class C magician Demeter Springall.





　A report from Cain Riestier, a B-class magician.



　At the same time as capturing Dorothea-Zamuelus, the 'Magic Guild' got an unexpected harvest.
　One of the legendary giant Yoroi 'King Rider (Lord)'. It is one of the legendary giant Yoroi "Lord of the Lords", and it was a phantom that was obtained.

　At the time it was discovered, a sorceress captured by Dorothea was using this ancient artifact.
　It is believed that she was under a drug-induced hypnotic state and attacked other sorcerers under Dorothea's direction.

　She is believed to have attacked the other sorcerers under Dorothea's direction.

　She was also taught the activation technique of the Spiritual King's Horseman by Dorothea.
　Perhaps Dorothea-Zamuelus intended to kill her afterwards.
This is because there is no merit in giving such knowledge to the magicians of the Magic Guild.

　Incidentally, as a result of interrogating Dorothea-Zamuelus, the existence of the other three "King's Horsemen (Lords)" was revealed (the other ones are believed to be still in existence, but with Dorothea's suicide, the information is now unknown).

　The giant Yoroi "King's Horseman" whose name has been confirmed is as follows: - The Beast King (Lord)


The giant Yoroi "King of the Beast" is as follows.

The Holy King (Paladin)

Lord of Nosferatu (Dorothea did not seem to know the details of this one either)



　With this information, it was confirmed that the survivors of the 'Sanctuary Church' were still active.

　Also, it is almost certain that they own two of the King's Horsemen.



　Because of this, the Lindbergh Magic Guild decided to conduct an experiment to activate the giant Yoroi Spirit King Horsemen.

This is because now that the survivors of the "Sanctuary Church" - or rather the "New Sanctuary Church" - are certain to possess the "King's Horseman", it is necessary to confirm its performance.
　This was proposed by B-class magician Cain Liestier and approved by A-class magician Curtus Zamel.

　In addition, the site of the experiment is the 'Magic Experiment Station' in the royal capital.

　The witnesses will be B-class magician Cain, A-class magician Zamel, and several C-class magicians.




Postscript


The identity of the man who defeated the Spiritual King's Horseman is unknown because of Dorothea Zamuelus' suicide.

　However, according to his testimony, he was "young and old".

　It is said that he used the holy sword and called the "treacherous wise man" of 200 years ago "my son," but the story is so absurd that it may have been disinformation intended to confuse us.

　The person who defeated Dorothea is tentatively referred to as the 'Holy Sword Wizard', but as one of the senior magicians in the 'Magic Guild', I can only hope that he is not an enemy.


　155 years in the Kingdom. month of 5. 13th.

　B-class sorcerer Cain-Lestia.






　The Magic Guild's magic laboratory




'You took the potions to enhance your magic, right?　Demeter-Springal.
"Yes. Mr. Cain.

　This is the magic laboratory of the Magic Guild. It is also known as the 'Colosseum'.
　About 10 days ago, Yuki-Glossaria and Alec-Keels fought each other's magic in this place.

　Compared to that time, there are only a few people in attendance now.
　In the center of the testing ground is a one-armed, giant Yoroi.

　Next to him was Demeter, a C-class magician wearing his normal clothes, and Prince Cain in his robes.

　Demeter has taken off his usual robe and is wearing a shirt and short pants.
　This is because it's easier to move around. Besides, I can understand the flow of my magic.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry, there's not enough information about the "Lord's" work. Normally, we shouldn't be in a hurry to experiment with it, but...''
'....as long as the 'New Sanctuary Church' people may have other giant Yoroi in their hands, it can't be helped.

　C-level sorcerer Demeter shook her head.

''I heard about the abilities of this from the senior magicians in the forest. They said that it fired a strange ray of light from their backs, robbing them of their magic and life force.
"And he can't even use his offensive magic...

　The giant Yoroi 'Spirit King Rider' that Dorothea brought in was too dangerous.
The 'Magic Guild' had to think about how to deal with the enemy if they used other 'Royal Horsemen (Lord)'.

　That was the reason why they had decided to do the activation experiment in a hurry.

'If you think it's impossible, get out of this Yoloi immediately. Good.
Yes, sir. Mr. Cain.

　Demeter nodded.
　Then Cain moved away from the giant Yoloi 'Spiritual King Horseman'.

　From a distance, the "Spirit King Horseman" looked like a one-armed golem.
　I'm sure it's the same height as two adults.

　Its legs were short, and its arms were strangely long instead.
　They were so long that they could touch the ground even when standing. Their arms are spirals, and they have huge fists at the end of them.

　Ordinary Yoroi are worn in parts, but this "Spirit King Rider" was different.
　The front of the yoroi is open to allow people to enter through it.
　It seems that once inside, they can move just by thinking about it, as they are connected to Yoloi by magic power.

''.........I suppose. Because Demeter's arms don't reach the 'Spirit King Rider''s shoulders and his legs only reach his waist.''

　Cain, who had moved to the edge of the testing area, was looking at the Spiritual Warrior with interest.

I have to admit, I think the activation experiment is premature. I'm sure you'll be able to find it.
"I'm here as a B-magician. Please call me Cain. Old Zamel.

　Prince Cain smiled bitterly at the old sorcerer standing behind him.

''And if it's premature, why did you approve the activation experiment?
And if I refuse, will your highness still seek the approval of others?
Well. I don't know.
His Highness is that kind of man. Then I'd feel safer if he were experimenting on me under my nose.
I admire Old Zamel's keen eye.
Hmm.
...and it's beginning.

　At the same time as Cain's words, a few C-level magicians advanced to the experiment site.
　They began to chant 'Ancient Magic' with their wands in hand.

''The Sphere of Red Lotus from the Stars'' - ''Swallow the enemy'' - ''Turn into algae scraps''!
"Activate 'Burning Meteor'!

　The two C-level magicians fired a sphere of fire.
　The flaming sphere, which was as big as a carriage, flew towards the 'Spirit King Rider'.
　As per Cain's instructions, the aim is deflected.
　If Demeter was just standing there, it shouldn't have hit him.

　But...


"...poof!

The 'Spirit King Rider' extended one arm.
　The huge fist collided with the fireball.



　Boshuuuuuuuuuuu!



Oh, whoa! Do I have to pop it in one shot?

　Cain and the old magician Zamel involuntarily shouted.
The fireball that hit the 'Spirit King Rider''s fist shattered and disappeared without a trace.

''Demeter!　The impact (shock) and pain!
"...there's no problem at all. My magic and strength are fine.

　A calm voice comes back from the giant Yoroi 'Spirit King Rider'.
　Just like his own words, he doesn't seem to have received any damage.

''Even the 'Anti-Magic Barrier (Anti-Magic Shell)' will take some impact.
The moment it hit the Yoroi, it seemed to me that magic disappeared. Isn't there some kind of natural defensive spell that utilizes magic?　It's beyond the reach of our technology, but...
'....Your eyes are shining. Old Zamel.
I don't need you to tell me that. I hope you haven't got any civilians around the test site.

　The old magician Zamel glared at Prince Cain.

The old magician, Zamel, glared at Prince Cain and said, "If a man with no knowledge of magic sees this, he will not be inclined to think that it is dangerous for a sorcerer to use it as a weapon or to handle such a thing. He might think it's dangerous to be a magician who handles such things. A man without knowledge is very difficult to deal with.
Only senior sorcerers are permitted in this room, sir.
You don't want your sister, the duchess and her knights-in-waiting to see this, do you?
Sure it's just...
Just?
'To be honest, I feel he is unfathomable as a knight escort.

　Cain said, without taking his gaze away from the 'Spirit King Rider'.

'He's such a boy that he fought the C-class sorcerer Alec-Kielus and won head on. I tried to give him a reward (reward) for capturing Dorothea-Zamuelus, but he didn't seem to be interested in that either. Maybe he would be able to handle this 'Spiritual King Rider' in a calm manner when he fought it.
'Did Her Highness Iris's guardian knight say Yuki-Grossaria?
Yes, sir.
Huh. He's a bit of a cockroach. He's only the bastard son of a baron.
...Yes.

　Prince Cain broke off the conversation.

　In the experimental field, Demeter's 'Spirit King Horseman' had just played the third shot of magic.
　All of the magic was fired at the outstretched arms so that no damage would go to Demeter herself.

　Fire magic, earth-based magic, all of which were less effective.
　Ice magic is effective. It also only slows down your movements at best, though.

''Hm. That's enough for today.

　It had already been ten minutes since the experiment began.
　Cain stepped forward to signal the end of the experiment.

'Wait. Your Highness Cain.

　The old sorcerer Zamel stopped Cain.

''It is no use looking at your defensive abilities alone. If you are a moving Yoloi, I would like to see your strength as well?
'This is my first boot-up experiment. I don't think we should take any chances.
I don't know if you'll be able to activate it next time. I'll let you use my golem if you'll stay for the experiment.
Wasn't it old Zamel who said that it was premature to conduct these experiments?
If we start experimenting, maybe we should do it all at once.

　Without waiting for Cain's words, Zamel's staff draws a crest.
　And then it begins to chant, scattering the crystals of magic power on the ground.

In the name of Curtus Zamel, a class-A magician, I command you. I command you in the name of Curtus Zamel, class A magician.　Here!
Old Zamel!
It's all about secrecy. The more we do this, the more likely it is that the information will leak out.

　The old sorcerer, Zamel, shook his beard and laughed.

''Let's do all the experiments we can with one look, shall we? Perfectly so that you will never be taken advantage of by the 'Sanctuary Church' again.

　A magic circle appears at the feet of old magician Zamel.
　A stone golem, one size larger than the Spiritual King's Horseman, appeared from there.

''Don't do it, Old Zamel!　Any unscheduled experiments will cost Demeter dearly!
'I guess I'll just have to prove that my golem is stronger than that big Yoloi!　Then we won't have to be frightened of the 'sanctuary church'!
"Gooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

　The Stone Golem roars (nods).
　Pushing aside the remaining sorcerers in the experimental field, the golem walks towards the 'Spirit King Rider'.

''Demeter-Springal!　Abort the experiment. Get down and away from that yoloi at once!
"You cannot go down there!　That's an order!

The eyes of the "Spiritual King's Horseman" shifted back and forth between the old magician Zamel and the Stone-Golem.
　While the passengers were lost, the Stone Golem was already close to the "Spiritual King Horseman".

''Goooooooooooooooooooooooo!
'Take the power of my golem, and I will take it. Demeter!
"Yes, sir.

　With Demeter's voice, the 'Spiritual King Horseman' raises his arm.
　The Stone-golem also raises its arm and touches the fist of the Spiritual King's Horseman.
　And then...



　D-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o!



You didn't last ten seconds.

　Zamel, the old sorcerer, murmured, as if he was impressed.
　The giant Yoloi held the Stone-Golem back with one arm and brought it down.

'The weight and power of my Stone Golem are no match for it!　This is........this is the legendary 'King's Horse (Lord)'? Haha!　Hahahahahahahahaha!
That's enough. Let's finish this.
Not yet. No, not yet...
''That's enough, Old Zamel!　We are not a 'sanctuary church'!

　Prince Cain's shout stopped the old magician Zamel's laughter.

''You are the one who was suggested to be wary of the 'Sanctuary Church' and seal the 'Elysian'!　How can you forget yourself just because you saw a giant, imperfect Yoroi like that!
"Oh no I'm not... ...

　Perhaps realizing that he was about to go off the rails, the old sorcerer cursed and

Well, excuse me. You're right, that's enough.
''I understand the capabilities of this. I also know that the 'King's Horse' owned by the 'New Sanctuary Church' is a formidable foe for us. ''That should be enough.''
No, not at all. His Highness is absolutely right. I'm sorry.
Demeter. The experiment is over. Come down from there.

　In response to Cain's words, the front of the 'Spirit King Rider' opened up.
　The C-class magician Demeter appeared and kneeled down on the ground as it was.

''Are you alright!　Demeter-Springal.
I'm losing my magic.

　The blue-faced Demeter falls to the ground as it is.

''This is not........something one can handle. This is not something that should be........
Demeter!
I struggled to control the urge to fight back my fellow sorcerers my fellow wizards Mr. Cain and Mr. Zamel were insignificant. ...this.
We've got a problem on our hands. We have.

　What is most frightening is that this ancient artifact is not yet in its full state.
　Also, there are people who can easily defeat it.

''I propose to make this 'Spirit King Rider' a 'First Grade Sealed Ancient Artifact'.

　Prince Cain turned to the old sorcerer Zamel and told him.

'All the information should be controlled by the wise men of the 'Magic Guild' and placed in a warehouse that can only be opened with the permission of all the wise men.
Can't argue with that. But there are conditions.

　The old sorcerer, Zamel, strokes his long beard and replies

Zamel, the old magician, strokes his long beard and replies: "Put me in charge. Of course I do not wish to use this, but I want to study it. Of course I do not wish to use it, but I would like to study it. We want to see if we can make a replica of this with our own technology.
As you wish. But we will share our findings with you.
Of course.
And a promise not to use it.
I know.

　A group of work golems comes from the entrance of the test site.
　They were there to carry the immobilized Yoroi to the warehouse.

　From now on, the ancient artifacts would be kept in the innermost warehouse of the Magic Guild.
　Its existence and the results of its research are exclusive to the senior magicians known as 'wise men'.

　The next time that Yoloi will be used, it will be only when the same "King's Horse (Lord)" attacks.

"Thank you for your efforts. "Thank you, Demeter-Sprengal.

　Cain took out a potion for restoring magic power and handed it to Demeter, a C-class magician who sat down.

''I'm sorry. I really needed to check the effects of that Yoloi.''
No, no, I'm not.
'That was really dangerous. Just knowing that is enough for now.

　Cain stared blankly at the giant Yoloi that was being carried away.

''We should keep the 'New Sanctuary Church' a secret from the people. If those guys appeared again, everyone would panic. I'll use all the power of the Magic Guild and the royal family to gather information about them.
Dear Mr. Cain...
Now, where are the other 'King's Horses' (Lords)?

　Potentially, Prince Cain murmured.
　In a faint voice, so faint that even the C-class magician Demeter at his side couldn't hear him.

''........There must be a perfect one somewhere, not something half-baked like that. ''The Beast King (Lord of=) Horsemen (Beast)'' and ''The Holy King (Lord of=) Horsemen (Paladin)'' - I'd love to see it with my own eyes. If I could, I'd like to see it as my own personal 'ancient artifact'.

　Muttering, Prince Cain left the testing site.