Manowa - Chapter 391

There was the sound of shaking ground.

The sound of many toppling trees resounded.

Multiple growls reverberated.

Huge monsters existed there.

Like they had now become the masters of Yui Hesal Forest, 5 Brutuzas existed there.

As their huge bodies with spans of 15 meters swayed, they swaggered through the forest like they owned the place. The likes of full grown trees were meaningless before their power, and the sharp sounds of their breaking continued. And a road made of dozens of collapsed trees was being made behind them.

The aim of the Brutuzas were the red『Blood Bear』monsters that lived in this Yui Hesal forest.

With their feeding ground stolen by the『huge monsters』that came out of the Dark Forest, the Brutuzas came to this eastern forest in search of food, but since they were successful in that, they were currently satisfied.

The Blood Bears that were currently their staple food were ferocious, but they were no threat to the Brutuzas. Also, since the Blood Bears had never had any natural enemies in the forest until now, even when Brutuzas were their opponents, they didn’t try to escape immediately; they sometimes fell into confusion, and they sometimes tried to fight against them. Such foolish monsters were now inside the Brutuzas’ bellies.

Although, perhaps due to them rampaging too much, they felt that their feed had decreased in the past few days. Or perhaps the prey had moved locations.

For that reason, the Brutuzas were thinking that it was about time to move their hunting ground. At that time, they witnessed something strange.

◎ Tsuvara Kingdom, Yui Hesal Forest

「Hoh, they’re huge.」

Kazane unconsciously raised her voice.

Kazane, who was flying in the sky with white wings by means of Angelization, involuntarily trembled as she confirmed the figures of the dinosaurs advancing forward while mowing down trees. She could feel the extent of their largeness and wildness from that situation.

When it came to the hugeness of bodies alone, among everything Kazane had seen so far, the 30 meter span of the Blue Sky Dragon Paimon’s body was larger. However, the scene of five 15 meter class bodies lined up side-by-side and knocking down trees was stunning in a different way. As might be expected, unlike when she saw them in the game, they had raw impact.

『What shall we do, Kazane?』

Tiara’s voice resounded from the summoned Flame Power flying next to Kazane. Furthermore, Louise’s Lightning Sphere and Terrace’s summoned fairy『Sylph』were flying with them. They were the team organized to play the decoy role with Kazane.

「First of all, let’s hit them with one shot and attract their interest.」

So saying, Kazane started flying in front of the Brutuzas.

It seemed the Brutuzas noticed her. From the Brutuzas’ viewpoints, they perceived that a small flying monkey had descended, but they could understand with their senses that contrary to her appearance, she had a large amount of magical power. She was exuding a strange force, but it seemed the Brutuzas recognized that she would be good feed.

「Everyone, descend to a height the Brutuzas can reach. We’ll be doing a U-turn and running away after I attack, so for that plan!」

Then, toward the Brutuzas that were looking at her with a mix of wariness and great interest, Kazane fired the Spell Fire Vortex. It dispersed when it hit the shield-like skeletal structures on their heads, but it seemed they perceived Kazane’s intention to attack.

「GURUuooOOOOO!!」

Therefore, the Brutuzas screamed in unison and ran toward Kazane and the others.

Kazane fired Spells. And the shield-like skeletal structures on the Brutuzas’ heads repelled even magic. That had evolved to counter Dragon Breath, so the Brutuzas had self-confidence in it, and since they knew the opponent’s attack method, they decided there was no problem with rushing at them.

「Alright, they’ve taken the bait. Let’s run away!!」

Seeing that, Kazane and the others immediately made a U-turn and started heading for their destination. And thus began the life-threatening game of tag in Yui Hesal Forest.

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「They started?」

Han Mock muttered.

They stayed the night at Miritia Town yesterday, and in the morning, they immediately headed to the treeless place in the forest they planned to use. All the preparations were finished, so they were currently standing by.

It was just before noon.

And currently, they could hear some kind of sound echoing from the distance. Han Mock judged that it was probably the sound of trees being knocked over by the charging Brutuzas.

「Yes. It looks like Aneki and the others are heading this way.」

Next to Han Mock, Naoki so replied while holding Operator Magic Sword『Ex』. At the moment, Kazane was too far away for them to use Information Link. However, Naoki had set a Distant View Earring in the Crystal Dragon magic sword and sent it flying to check the situation of Kazane and the others from the sky.

Although he would be able to see the situation to a certain extent with a single Distant View Earring, things fundamentally became harder to see as distance increased. However, it was possible to dramatically increase the range of Remote Viewing’s effect by relaying earrings with each other. With that nature and his experience in Trade City Uumin as the basis, Naoki was polishing his skill at scouting using a flying magic sword.

Also, Tiara, Louise, and the wind sorcerer Terrace were with them in that place as they operated the summoned beings that were acting together with Kazane. Therefore, Naoki wasn’t the only one there who understood the situation of Kazane’s group, but operating the summoned beings was the best they could do; they didn’t have the leeway to report as well. Even at that very moment, they were flying at low altitude just outside the attack range of the Brutuzas. Running away from the Brutuzas while avoiding the trees was considerably difficult.

Therefore, it was Naoki’s job to confirm the situation and report to Han Mock.

The others standing by in that place with them were Yuuko-nee, two more shield warriors from『Shield Birth』, and all members of the『Wind’s Master』party. The other members were standing by at a different location, and they were also patiently waiting for their turn.

「The incitement is going well so far. It should be about 20 minutes?」

Naoki reported to Han Mock. However, his expression wasn’t bright. The other decoys were summoned beings, but Kazane alone was flesh and blood. He thought about how she could lose her life if anything happened and couldn’t help worrying. And being unable to do anything but wait was making him fret.

「Nya」

However, Yuuko-nee was by Naoki, and she cried out as she put a paw on his head. It seemed she was saying「It will be fine.」Naoki bitterly smiled. Naoki realized that he had made Yuuko-nee worry about him.

「I know, Yuuko-nee. You’re the key to this strategy. We’re relying on you!」

「Nyaaa」

After Naoki spoke, Yuuko-nee loudly cried out. The contest would soon begin, which also meant their turn wasn’t far away. Right now, they just had to believe in Kazane and wait.

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「Uryaaaaa」

The Killing Leg from the flying Kazane directly hit the Blood Bear in front of her. The surprise blow with a released dragon claw from the Shorty that suddenly appeared hit the Blood Bear in that place and sent its head flying. At the same time, a Window saying she had acquired the Skill『Red Body Transformation』appeared, but this wasn’t a situation where she could pay any mind to that.

「Skill・Crystallization」

Kazane immediately Crystallized the killed Blood Bear. If she left it behind, the Brutuzas’ eyes might turn toward that. If they could immediately acquire a meal, the inducement would become meaningless. That had to be avoided at all costs. But naturally, the Brutuzas were approaching her from behind.

『Kazane, behind you!!』

Tiara’s shrieking voice resounded, but Kazane already knew.

(Ahーdammit, this is hectic)

While cursing in her mind, Kazane descended and put both hands on the ground.

「Skill・Golem Maker・Huge Nurikabe-kun」

Then, a huge wall of earth appeared in front of the approaching Brutuzas. However, immediately after that, there was a loud crashing noise, and the cracking of the wall could barely be noticed before the Brutuzas broke it and rushed out without pause.

「Dangerous.」

However, Kazane had already distanced herself. Louise’s Lightning Sphere was firing lightning to keep them in check, and further away, Kazane was using the Spell『Flare Mirage』to create clones from heat haze and disturb them. The summoned spirit『Sylph』also used the Wind attribute『Wind Mirage』to further increase the number of clone bodies.

And perhaps they thought they were being played with, as the Brutuzas’ breathing was becoming increasingly heavy and agitated as they charged.

『They’re extremely angry.』

「Hahaーall according to plan!」

Kazane so replied to Tiara’s words.

『We’re almost at the planned site.』

Louise’s voice resounded from the Lightning Sphere. A Lightning Sphere was a type of summoned being that shaved away its own body to attack. Due to using lightning attacks many times, its figure had already been cut down to about half its normal size.

「Well then, let’s hold out a little longer!!」

So saying, Kazane and the others flew to their destination while attacking the Brutuzas. Then the forest opened up, and they could finally see the treeless barren land.

Name: Yuihama Kazane

Occupation: Summoning Fighter

Title: Ogre Killer, Dragon Slayer, High Beast Summoner, Rea King, Liberator, Guardian

Equipment: Staff 『White Blaze』, Draghorn Tonfa x2, Dragon Eating Ogre Army Armor (True), Indestructible Cloak, Mysterious Pouch, Crimson Saint Coffin, Heroic Spirit Summoning Ring, Circlet of Wisdom, Aim Bracelet, White Magic Accumulator (Revised) ×2, Rainbow Necklace, Rainbow Dragon Ring, Angel Bracelet

Level : 39

Health: 155+20

Magic Power: 363+520

Strength: 78+45

Agility: 80+39

Endurance: 44+20

Wisdom : 75

Dexterity : 53

Spell : 『Fly』『Torch』『Fire』『Heal』『Firestorm』『Healer Ray』『High Heal』『Golden Dusk「Dragon Exclusive」』『Mirror Shield』『Rabbit Speed』『Flare Mirage』

Skill : 『Kick Devil』『Kick Decapitation Wave』『Warrior’s Memory: Lv2』『Night Vision』『Crushing Blow』『Dog’s Sense of Smell: Lv2』『Golem Maker: Lv4』『Aegis Shield』『Fire Principle: Third Chapter』『Healing Principle: Fourth Chapter』『Air Jump: Lv2』『Killing Leg: Lv3』『Fear Voice』『Invisible』『Tiger Eye』『Wall Walking』『Intuition: Lv2』『Cheat Death』『Nimble』『Charge』『Material Shield: Lv2』『Information Link: Lv2』『Optical Camouflage』『High Dash』『Bloodsucking Blade』『Dragonization: Lv2「Dragon」』『Regenerate』『Soul Breaking Blade』『Stealthy Hand Placement』『Thunder Chariot: Lv2』『Sturdier Teeth: Lv2「Dragon」』『Crystallization: Lv2「Dragon」』『Devil King’s Intimidation』『Stone Minotaur: Lv2』『Mega Beam: Lv2』『Space Expansion』『Pseudo-Silver Creation』『Poison Claw』『Fireball「Dragon」』『Cuticle「Dragon」』『Arms Creation: Black Flame』『Ingredient Connoisseur: Lv2』『Dragon Pheromone「Dragon」』『Boost』『Monkey’s Strong Arm』『Two-sword Style』『Boobies Plus』『Living Armor』『Alarm』『Six-sword Style』『Mental Attack Complete Protection』『Spider Web』『Wire Cutter』『Flexible』『Magic Power Absorption』『Red Body Transformation』

Kazane: 「Now then, please take care of it!」

Yumika: 「Okay, let’s do it!!」