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**Side: Ludia**
Last night was fun. Not only was the food great, but we also drank expensive sake that I’d never tasted before. And the stories about the Holy Grave in the Royal Capital were interesting too.
It wasn’t that I was left behind, but since it wasn’t just us who were left at Fiel, but also the normal hunters of the Holy Grave, we were together while waiting and talked. However, I didn’t really have the leeway to talk much, so there were many times when we were silent. That’s why last night, I was able to talk at my own pace for the first time.
But then, I got drunk and, on impulse, I proposed to Yamato along with my sister. I’m so embarrassed I could burn from head to toe… Yuri-sama said he knew this would happen, Prim was laughing, Meena and Flam forgave me, and Rika-sama also approved, so Yamato accepted, but neither of us have been embraced yet. It’s partly because of the alcohol, but I’m not mentally prepared yet, and since Meena, Flam, and Rika-sama were all praying for Yamato and Prim’s safe return, I couldn’t just rush ahead of them. Oh, and because Yamato and I successfully got engaged, we started calling Marquis Frederica “Rika-sama” too. I feel it’s too presumptuous to call a Marquis that, but if I said that, then Yuri-sama being a princess would be nothing new.
“So, the immediate problem is Yuri-sama, but the story was originally about his achievements in saving Fiel, so that should be fine too, right?”
“Or rather, his achievements in the current Alliance are too ridiculous. Isn’t saving Fiel not enough for Yuri-sama alone?”
When we came to Albert Workshop and informed them anew about our engagement with Yamato, Ed and Marina were dumbfounded. Their words were harsh, but I understood what they meant, and it seems that sort of talk came up at last night’s victory celebration too. Besides, since Ed and Marina, and Fiana were also involved, don’t they already know about it?
“I know that, but if it’s anything more than that, it would likely involve him officially receiving a noble title and being granted territory?”
Normally, I’d think Fiana is right, but Yamato isn’t interested in titles or territory, and he wants to continue being a hunter. So, when it comes to the rewards for this Alliance, even Amister is having trouble. Although it hasn’t been publicly announced, it’s a fact that Yamato and Prim defeated the Demise Species Orc Emperor and Orc Empress. If they had been left unchecked, Amister might have been destroyed, so even the Provincial Governor thinks one princess isn’t enough to match their achievements. So, what should be done about it? No one has an answer.
“So, are you saying we need to make coats for Yuri-sama and Marquis Frederica too?”
“Ah. It will be an engagement, so it will probably be the same with H.R.H. Yuriana too.”
“With the achievements of this Alliance, Amister definitely won’t let Yamato go. They will try to marry Mana or Yuri to him, even if it requires some unreasonable measures. Even though he’s already engaged to Rika, that’s their own will, and more importantly, it was before the Alliance, so it doesn’t count as a reward. Therefore, since he’s also of the same mind, Yuri marrying Yamato is a certainty, so I thought we should make it beforehand.”
“Technically, my engagement to him solidifies my affiliation with Amister, but even so, because of Prim-san, I just can’t measure up.”
Yamato, Prim, and Rika-sama’s concern is that even though Prim’s lineage was abolished, she is a Ducal daughter of Valentia. The Beast King has explicitly stated that Prim betrayed him and died, so there seems to be a way to deal with it. However, for the Anti-Beast King Organization, which is rebelling against the Beast King, Prim, who has evolved into an Ancient Foxy of the Winged Tribe, is an undeniably valuable asset and a figurehead they want to secure. Furthermore, it is said that among that Anti-Beast King Organization is Leonas Forest Valiente, the former second prince, who is a despicable hunter, lecherous and womanizing. It seems there’s a possibility that he will announce his engagement to Prim, even if she is married. Leonas is a Dragonewt half-High Tigari, so his magic power is greater than that of Dragonewts or Yokai Races, and he possesses the traits and strengths of both, giving him high physical abilities. That’s why he’s stronger than his level suggests, but he has a bad habit of forcefully taking any woman he desires, and once he’s had his way with a woman, he no longer pays attention to her. There are rumors that several women have become single mothers, but he reportedly has never met his children, so he is hated by many women. Prim is one of them, and although she’s challenged him to duels several times, she’s apparently been soundly defeated each time.
“That’s a troublesome situation.”
“Right? But I understand the situation, and since I’m making several coats, I don’t have any problems with it.”
Marina also made our coats, you know. Yuri-sama is a healer, so armor isn’t particularly necessary, but he’s still going to wear something simple for visual distinction. Rika-sama is part of the Outside Order, but she doesn’t avoid battles, so her attire will be lighter than Meena’s.
Incidentally, Ed and the others’ coats were finished the other day, so all three of them are wearing them. The armor is only a little on the shoulders, but they’ve added extra pockets to hold tools, and they’ve applied mirroring to them. Although the basic design is the same, Marine and Fiana’s have deep necklines, making them look like entirely different outfits.
“Hmm, hmm, Yuri-sama’s coat is designed to reduce the magic power consumption of healing magic by embedding magic stones in the armor.”
“Yes. By adjusting the magic stones, we can give them the characteristics of Inn magic. I thought it would be good to use healing magic stones among them.”
Thinking of troublesome things again. Magic stones are generated in the bodies of monsters when they die, and they come in eight attributes: fire, earth, wind, water, lightning, ice, light, and darkness. The magic power of magic stones increases in proportion to their Monster Rank, and their rarity also increases. Therefore, magic stones from high-ranking monsters are more valuable and expensive. The attribute is determined by the monster, but occasionally a monster may possess magic stones of different attributes. Demi-humans, in particular, are easy to understand: Goblins are lightning, Orcs are fire, Kobolds are wind, Sahagins are water, Antlions are earth, Sirens are ice, Amazons are darkness, and Valkyries are light.
If used for magic tools, even magic stones from T-rank monsters can be used, but sometimes they cannot be used without compatibility. Therefore, research is also progressing on creating magic stones with Inn magic attributes by combining magic stones. They are called Tenma Stones, and most of them contain the attributes of Guild Magic. However, it is also possible to create Tenma Stones for Supplication Magic like space magic, familiar magic, enhancement magic, and Bestowed Magic. Of course, they are extremely expensive.
“That’s the story. So, if that’s settled for Yuri-sama’s coat, what about Marquis Frederica’s?”
“Mine is designed to be fitting for an Order member, yet also practical for everyday use. I admire Meena’s designs, but my combat ability isn’t high, and I’m usually in the rear due to my position. Most importantly, I’m not used to it, so it would actually be inconvenient.”
I understand that. It always takes a little time to get used to new armor. These Armor Coats were fine, but I guess I shouldn’t compare custom-made items with existing ones.
“So that’s why it’s lighter armor than Meena’s. Well, that’s fine too. It’s impossible to finish it before going to the Royal Capital, of course, but I’ll bring the materials.”
Bringing them to the Royal Capital? What about that? I heard that the Grand Crafter’s Master is Ed’s father, so are you planning to use the facilities at the headquarters of the Crafter’s Guild in the Royal Capital?
“That would be fine too, but our room on the Beast Carriage is also equipped with a rudimentary workshop.”
Fiana told me, but they were doing that? But while traveling, we hunt monsters if we find them, but Ed and the others are Crafters, so they don’t have much to do. So, is it to allow them to work?
“Alright, then Yuri-sama and Marquis Frederica’s coats are settled.”
“Ah, please.”
“Leave it to me.”
With that, the orders for Yuri-sama and Rika-sama’s coats are complete. Now, it’s finally time for what we’ve all been waiting for: our weapons!
“And speaking of Wing Crest weapons, we have them prepared.”
Ed retrieves a Weapon from his Mirror Bag.
While my Fighting Tool was among them, seeing it in person made me realize how truly unique it was.
“Here are Mina’s sword and shield, Flam’s bow, Lydia’s Twin Swords, Ludia’s Fighting Tool, Raus’s sword and shield, and Rebecca’s bow. They should all be finished according to your orders, so please confirm them.”
“Understood.”
Amazing.
“This sword, and the shield too, are light. They seem very easy to handle.”
Mina’s sword has a blade that shines with a silvery white hue, and it’s a one-handed straight sword adorned with a magnificent guard and decorations befitting a renowned Order or a hero.
The shield is a Kite Shield, shining with a lily-white color reminiscent of a hero’s shield, with dark indigo leather stretched across it.
Since the Armor Coat is quite heavy, when fully equipped, she looks like a beautiful knight.
Ah, dark indigo refers to the color of Winger Drake’s hide and feathers. It’s applied not only to the front surface of the shield but also to the back and handle, seemingly to enhance shock absorption.
“Looking at it like this, she’s truly a beautiful White Knight, isn’t she? I bet the Feel Order, especially the women, are envious.”
“Yes. Several people have told me so.”
“I can imagine. To have such a difference with the same armor-up. Yamato’s world truly has amazing armor.”
The Helios Orb, with its high female ratio, naturally has many female knights and soldiers.
Amister is no exception, with much of its armor having a rugged design shared by both genders, so requests for improvements come in every year, I hear.
It’s still unclear whether Mina will become an Outside Order or leave the Order’s Guild, but either way, she won’t be able to wear the Order’s Guild armor.
However, as she is wearing armor that looks more feminine, she has often been the object of envious gazes from her colleagues and seniors.
“Marina, didn’t you try to sell a shorter, surcoat-style armor to Rosemary? What happened with that?”
“They said that if the Feel branch changed it on their own, it would disrupt public order, so if any changes are made, they’ll be done all at once by the Order’s Guild. You’re going to the Royal Capital the day after tomorrow, Rex, aren’t you? Apparently, they’ll be submitting a proposal to His Majesty then. Given the situation with Jade Silver, they think it will probably be approved.”
Of course, since it’s standard equipment for the Order’s Guild, they can’t just change it on their own.
But if Jade Silver is introduced, it will mean a complete overhaul of not only weapons but also defensive equipment.
In conjunction with that, introducing Marina’s armor, which embodies the wishes of the female Orders, isn’t an impossible scenario.
“I like this design too, and I think it’s more approachable than the rugged armor, so I’ll ask my father about it too.”
It seems Sir Yuri will also assist, which makes me feel more confident.
Marina’s design is also for unisex use, but it’s apparently very popular among the female Orders in Feel, and even Rex was starting to waver.
Certainly, the armor for the Order’s Master and Royal Order would need to be designed separately, but Marina seems to be thorough and has already prepared those as well.
It seems Yamato was quite excited about this too.
“Is this my bow…”
As we were talking, Flam was holding a longbow the color of cornflower.
The decorations are simple, but the upper limb features a design similar to the Feather Drake, a monster.
Or rather, isn’t that a Winger Drake?
Flam’s bow is made by layering thin sheets of Lapis Laz, and the string is made from the sinew of a Winger Drake dipped in molten Lapis Laz, while the decorations resembling Winger Drake are made from its bone.
Metal bows are heavy and difficult to handle, but the Helios Orb has Physicalling, a Supplication Magic for physical enhancement, which can strengthen one’s abilities to the point where they can hold it with one hand. Also, since arrows are often used to block monster attacks, wooden bows, which are easily broken, are in low demand.
Even wooden bows can be strengthened more than iron by channeling magic, but they remain wood and are therefore inherently fragile.
Thus, metal bows are mainstream, though some high-rank Hunters use composite bows made of premium wood and metal.
“It’s a beautiful bow, isn’t it? And that Winger Drake-like design isn’t bad either. Ed, is it possible that some kind of magic has been imbued into it?”
“No, nothing’s been done. But because it uses Winger Drake bone, I believe the initial velocity of the arrows and their range have increased.”
Is that so?
When monster materials are used, the monster’s abilities are imparted to the weapons and armor, but the specific effects vary depending on the monster.
Apparently, increased initial velocity and range are also characteristics of Feather Drake bows, so it wouldn’t be strange to see even greater effects from a bow made with the rare Winger Drake.
Incidentally, the Armor Coats, trousers, and skirts made from Winger Drake hide have the effect of hardening the hide and feathers when magic is channeled, increasing defense and slightly improving physical abilities.
“R-really? Is it alright for someone like me to use a bow like this…”
“It’s fine. Besides, regarding Feather Drakes, Yamato and the others delivered a large quantity previously, so the Crafter’s Guild is offering them to archers who come to Feel at a very low price. Although, they say the price will increase soon.”
Feather Drakes are apparently the highest quality material for bows.
Encountering a flock is likely when ascending Mount Mylight, so they sometimes hunt individuals that come down from the mountain. Since they are B-rank Monsters, a few High Hunters can defeat them individually without too much trouble, which is also a significant factor.
They exist in Valentia too, and are hunted in a similar manner.
However, they rarely descend the mountain, so their distribution is limited, making them a luxury item.
“Look, Raus! This bow is amazing!”
“I thought so from the moment I saw the design, but it truly is incredible. In that sense, my shield is no less impressive.”
Raus is equipped with a single-edged curved sword called a cutlass, colored dark indigo-purple and featuring a knuckle guard, and a matching dark indigo-purple round shield.
The cutlass has a blade that is the natural color of Lapis Laz and is beautiful, but the problem lies with the round shield.
At first glance, it looks like a slightly smaller round shield than usual, but upon closer inspection, there are two protrusion-like objects on its surface.
These are equipped with Lapis Laz blades that are designed to spring out when magic is channeled.
While shields are naturally used for offense, Raus apparently wants to attack more aggressively, so the moment Yamato mentioned that such a shield existed, he decided on this one. Unlike Twin Sword users, their usage is somewhat similar, so the shield is held by passing the left arm through a Winger Drake leather belt and securing it tightly.
Rebecca has a coral-colored bow, and its upper limb is equipped with a spearhead-like attachment.
This bow is made using the same method as Flam’s bow, but unlike Flam, who is solely specialized in archery, Rebecca can handle some close-quarters combat.
Therefore, she also carries an iron knife, but she often doesn’t have the time to draw it.
So, by equipping the bow with a spearhead, she intends to use the bow itself as a weapon in emergencies.
In such cases, the string would get in the way, but a function has been added so that it retracts into the upper limb when magic is channeled, allowing it to be used like a spear even in everyday situations.
It seems they adjusted and applied Craft Magic’s Connecting, and the completion of this mechanism was the most difficult part.
Separately, Flam and Rebecca were also given quivers colored cornflower and coral, respectively.
These quivers are imbued with Mirroring, which increases their arrow capacity tenfold, which is astounding.
An arrow shortage is fatal for an archer, and if an unfortunate shortage occurs, Flam and Rebecca, who cannot use Storage, would have to resort to the spare quivers in their Mirror Bags.
However, monsters won’t give them that much time, so that moment can be life-threatening.
To avoid this, the arrow capacity of the quivers has been increased to reduce the likelihood of an arrow shortage.
The remaining amount can be understood by linking it to the staggering function, so it’s a great point that you don’t have to check the inside each time.
“When I saw the design, I thought Raus’s shield and Rebecca’s bow were fierce, but I think they are practical, and I think this is acceptable.”
I think Raus’s shield is not bad either.
When you attack with a shield, it’s mostly for feinting, and basically, shields are not made for attacking, so they lack decisiveness.
Of course, it depends on how you use it, but since the primary purpose is defense, it’s not permissible for the shield to break when attacking.
“Sister, what do you think?”
“The sword for my right hand seems like it can be used as a normal one-handed straight sword. This one, when I actually hold it, feels like it would be easier to entangle swords with than a shield.”
Although my sister is a dual wielder, the swords in her hands have different designs for the left and right.
Originally, my sister was taught swords by Father, so she isn’t a pure dual wielder.
In her usual hunts, her right-hand sword is the main attacker, while her left-hand sword often plays a supporting or defensive role.
Therefore, my sister chose a one-handed straight sword that feels like a javelin or a blade for her right hand, and a single-edged straight sword that is slightly longer than a dagger but has a three-pronged tip for her left hand.
The single-edged straight sword, in particular, has a spine that looks like monster teeth, so at first glance, it seems like it might break easily.
“That’s a Sword Breaker, isn’t it? It’s a weapon that, when it receives a sword, twists it to disarm or break the blade. I think it can be normally used against monsters too.”
There’s such a weapon.
But it’s true that many monsters have fangs and claws like swords, and if you can break them, you’ll have an advantage.
The materials might be compromised, but there are many times when you don’t have time to worry about that, so having more options is helpful.
“What about Ludia’s Fighting Tool?”
“Wait a bit longer. Okay, it’s done!”
My Fighting Tool, the gauntlets, have a thick striking surface made of Lapis Laz on the front of the fist, and also have spikes, so they have sufficient power on their own.
Since I can open my fist, my palm is completely free, and I can move my wrists freely, so I can hold things while wearing the gauntlets, and I can do so much more.
Not only that, but when I channel magic power, three claws extend from the back of my hand to add slashing attacks, which means my attack range has expanded.
Furthermore, the greaves have blade-like wings on the outside of the shins, so when I kick, slashing attacks are added.
They can also be moved to the front or back of the shins, so they don’t get in the way, and they can surprise the opponent.
It was troublesome to put them on, but since they are designed to be worn with Ee-quipping, it’s great that I don’t have to worry about that anymore.
By the way, the blades on my legs are modeled after my wings, just like Prim’s spear.
“It feels like Ludia’s equipment is the most brutal.”
“Indeed. It doesn’t look like a Martial Artist’s at all.”
“It feels like a Berserker.”
Prim, Yamato, and Rebecca are freely saying whatever they want, but I really like it!
“‘Ee-quipping Off, Dragorapple’! ‘Ee-quipping On, Dragorapple’! I did it, it’s finished!”
I’m so happy to see that it can actually be put on and taken off with Ee-quipping.
This is my new partner.
“So, ‘Dragorapple’ is the name of Ludia’s Fighting Tool.”
“Ah, yes. I heard that I could give it a name myself, so I thought about it a lot, and this name felt the most fitting.”
“Grapple” is a common name for Fighting Tools, but the claws on the gauntlets and the blades on the greaves are undeniably dragon-like, so I combined “dragon” and “grapple.”
“Mine is the Drag-Sword for my right hand and the Drag-Breaker for my left.”
My sister also gave it a dragon-themed name.
It’s related to us being Dragonewts, but we all end up going there.
“Mine are the Lapis Light Blade and the Lapis Light Shield.”
“Mine will be the Lapis Light Bowedge.”
Raus and Rebecca have names related to Lapis Laz.
I understand Raus’s sword and shield are mostly Lapis Laz, but Rebecca’s bow is coral-colored, is that okay?
“It’s still made of Lapis Laz.”
If you say that, I can’t say anything else.
“Mine is the Lapis Wing Bow. It’s made of Lapis Laz and Winger Drake, so I combined them.”
“Mine are the Silverio Sword and Silverio Shield. It might be presumptuous, but I wanted to give them these names from the moment I commissioned them.”
Flam seems to have thought it through, but Meena decided that long ago?
But she said she only thought it would be nice to have a name if she could, since she didn’t think she’d be able to name it back then.
But it’s a perfect name.
“Thank you all for the good names. Now, Yamato.”
“I know. How much is it?”
Oh, right.
I was told it would be paid from the Raid’s operating funds, but even so, an enormous amount was spent.
The Armor Coat alone was over 200,000 El, and since these weapons are made of Lapis Laz, they’re likely twice that.
“430,000 El.”
I knew it!
“It’s cheaper than I thought.”
“Indeed. I thought it would be around 500,000.”
Yamato and Prim are P-rank Hunters, so their sense of money is different from ours, who are ordinary Hunters.
430,000 El is not cheap at all, you know?
“It wouldn’t be cheap for ordinary people. However, the Magic Silver, Crystal Silver, and Adamantine Steel that are the materials for Lapis Laz were prepared with the money you provided. We can’t charge you for that portion.”
“Oh, that’s right.”
“Lapis Laz is definitely more expensive than Blue-Gray Iron, so we calculated the processing fees and included charges for the Crafter’s labor, special crafting fees, and material costs. Even so, most of the materials were provided by you, so it’s cheaper.”
Marina explained the breakdown, and I could more or less understand it.
Especially the Crafter’s fees, Richard is A-rank, Talos is P-rank, Ed is P-G rank, and Marina and Fiana are S-rank, so it’s understandable that the weight is significant.
Considering that, it does feel cheaper.
“Thanks as always.”
While Yamato was making the payment, we decided to store our weapons.
We’re using Mirror Bags, and once stored, weight becomes irrelevant. Even if they were stolen, we could retrieve only our weapons and equipment using Ee-quipping.
Although we would have to give up money and other items.
“Since only the owner can use them, can’t you put a magic power lock or something on them?”
“If you think so, go and propose it. It’s not just for Mirror Bags and Storage Bags, but it could also be used for house and shop keys, right?”
“The fact that that idea came up means Ed can do it.”
“Don’t mess with me! Are you trying to pawn it off on me again!?”
“You’ve already proposed it once, so it’s no different to do it a second or third time.”
Yamato and Ed are arguing again, but since it’s always like this, no one pays attention.
Well, Sir Yuri is seeing it for the first time, so he looks a bit bewildered.
“I thought Lord Yamato was more mature, but seeing him like this, he’s rather age-appropriate, or rather…”
“This is normal. Besides, I don’t consciously act like this all the time.”
That’s right.
Male interactions tend to be like this, no matter how old they get.
More importantly, our weapons are finally ready.
After this, there’s the Alliance’s Presentation in the plaza, but after that’s over, we need to go and test them out to properly check their feel and usability.
I’ve heard about the Presentation, including things that are meant to be kept secret, but I’m a little curious about how the townspeople will react, so I intend to listen carefully.
However, I also want to use my weapons as soon as possible, so I feel like hunting first.
Suppressing those feelings, we happily left the Albert Workshop.
