Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 179: Black vs. Empire

There were within the Beast Corps, those who excelled in aerial combat.

However, it was only possible given a stable foothold.

For Demon Beasts that were lower in ability to fly continuously, the battle in the sky put them at a disadvantage. After all, their landing spot was easy to predict, they would be condemned, and that would be the end of them.

Despite that, the 7,700 Berserk Demonic Beasts, and the 4,500 rampaging Beastmen all faced the sky.

Until now they were unable to recognize friends of the enemy, and only attacked each other—

They've been ejected on the surface deck of 200 Airships, places you can't call spacious.

It was not narrow, but it was also not wide enough to move freely.

Therefore, they followed their instincts and began to show off their strength.

But, all turned towards the sky.

The reason is simple and clear.

Their instincts flared up, like the root of terror, "Danger", they saw it getting closer.

Testarossa only scowled at those with an uninterested look.

What he witnessed was a group of idiots thrashing over the Airship that he planned to present to Demon King Rimuru.

Then, he was fed up with a group of ferocious beasts that were seen flying towards him.

(Ah? So disgusting. If I don't clean this up right away, I'll be covered in dirt.

And ..... despite being a beast, misjudging bravery due to such suicidal stupidity, is foolish.

But then ―― If you've gone crazy, I guess it can't help.

At the very least, accept my mercy!)

Thinking so, without hesitation or inaccuracy he released "Death Streak" at a location where the Airships were crowded.

All the airships within perfect spherical range were struck by death.

"The "light of Death" also affects the ocean, and all open marine life disappears.

「Can't you hold back a little !? We can't get this way, can we? 」

Venom asked Testarossa puzzledly,

「You're still not good.

Please take a good look. Did some survivors see? 」

He said, mocking the shallowness of Venom's experience.

『Magic Perception Testarossa certainly understands the whereabouts of some of the survivors.

Demonic Beasts had the nature of monsters and ferocious beasts, their bound flesh was a huge factor. In other words, they couldn't resist "Death Streak".

Even if they took the power of a demonic beast with a human base, in the end, the bound flesh would be destroyed by the "Dying Shine".

In other words, those who survived under the influence of this spell were Spirit Forms, or those who had perfect compatibility with demonic elements.

No, they might as well be Sages who have gained perfect control over their bodies.

In any case, only those who have exceeded a certain limit can bear it.

「Congratulations, right? Interesting, it looks like we can have some fun too. 」

Venom's eyes thinned as he grinned, and he moved to his subordinates who were ready for battle.

One could tell that the Beast King Gradim, at that moment, had understood the true meaning of terror and danger.

In the midst of setting up his formation, his subordinates started spewing blood as they began to fall.

The survivors numbered less than 100.

First of all, Gradim's subordinates consisted only of his countrymen who had fought together with him for decades.

This time, those who had successfully evolved into the Chimera Knight, due to the flaws consumed by the Demon Beasts, had been extremely weak.

They acquired the unique skill 『Body Manipulation』, and without ever using it, has passed.

Because it was at a rate where even a Chimera knight would die, there was no need to ask what happened to the others.

Angry, shame, and fear.

Those emotions moved Gradim's heart.

With a single spell of incantation, and most of his army had disappeared.

It was a spell so almighty that Magic Barriers were of no use before.

Originally, the elite Mages had been moved to the Airships high above, and thus this mistake caused the defensive barriers of the 200 airships at sea level to weaken.

In other words, this was Gradim's fault.

If the enemy was a high-class Devil, it was necessary to assume they would use large-scale attack magic.

After all, although the use of such a powerful spell was beyond belief, the number of survivors was above what was expected.

「You will pay, You Daemon !!」 (TN: Small fried character #1: They never stop and think who started the fight.)

The Beast King roared, and a God-level weaponry wrapped around his body with the power of the Demon Beasts residing inside.

Different from the beastman tribe, it was a uniformly enhanced ability to specialize in combat, and Gradim's body began to change.

Rendering in unison, his subordinates of 100 Chimera Knights each unleashed their powers.

Then, the hold on the ship opened, and they jumped out onto the deck.

Thus, the Demon and Beast king clashed.

Looking down from above was the "Killer Lord" Testarossa, facing, and receiving Gradim's "Beast King" gaze glaring at him from the upper deck.

Behind Testarossa were 100 Chevalier Demons, and also, Gradim had 100 of his subordinates, the Chimera Knights.

The (apparently) competing forces, waiting for the final fight.

「Rejoice, Poison! Now it's your turn. I will enjoy this meal.

As for your minions, it's perfect, there's one for each of you.

You will kill those who try to escape from this airspace

After that, it is true …

Obey the words of Rimuru-sama, and make sure none of you are killed.

「Who do you think my colleagues are? We are not that stupid .... 」.

(Yes, you told the boss!)

They wanted to agree with Venom's words, but Testarossa was terrifying and the Demon Chevaliers only muttered in a low voice.

Closing the idiots with his gaze, Testarossa narrowed his eyes.

「Silence you are stupid! If one of us gets killed, we're all done. If you understand, then get out! 」

Uh, wasn't I the one leading? Ignoring Venom who wanted to say this, under the orders of Testarossa, the Devil Chevaliers began to move.

Following them, Testarossa, as well as Gradim.

They change the location of the deck of another ship, and begin their confrontation.

「I'm Imperial Army Beast Corps General," Beast King "Gradim! 」

「I am Lord Rimuru-sama's humble and faithful servant of Satan," Killer Lord "Testarossa」

(TN: Gradim uses "Dearu ( ⁇ )" while Testarossa uses "Desu wa ( ⁇ ⁇ )".

Against Gradim's battle cry, Testarossa answered gracefully.

So, the match started, and then ended in an instant.

「Dead, you dirty Satan !! Home Gift 『Alternative』 Activate!

Accept this, the Beast King's Anger !!

Beast King―― 」

「Close that. Your attack name is too long. 」

The body of the Beast King Gradim, who was wearing shining god-class armor, was unable to withstand Black Blade with the great sword 'Death Blade' that Testarossa used, and was sliced into ribbons.

It was a death sword, formed by condensed black flames that became the key to activating the "Death Streak".

The extermination effect of Ultimate Skill Testarossa was obtained as soon as he climbed 『Hell King Berial』 giving instant death. (EN: King of hell .. tentative to change)

『Hell King Berial』 is similar to the Ruminas Skill, both set "Live and Dead". But instead, it focused more on the "Death" aspect". Based on that, it could be considered inferior to the full Ultimate Ruminas Skill 『King Asmodeus 』, but if one only considered combat potential, then there was no inferiority to show–

Even if a fatal blow is avoided, Testarossa is not serious at all.

he swung his sword only with the intention to silence him, yet it ended in a deadly blow ……

After all, for the Beast King Gradim, his opponent was simply too powerful.

If this were to happen before his Demon Lord Ascension, it would definitely be a slightly better fight, but the ascending Testarossa was one of the strongest in Tempest.

But against a certain red-haired demon, he still had nothing.

「Gu, wa .... ri, silly ..... k-you are too strong. But, my subordinates, they will .... 」.

Gradim uttered with the last of his strength, yet his hopes were already shattered.

None of his men could win against the Demon Chevaliers, and had been defeated.

It was a pretty good fight, but in the end they only ended up as experience points for the demons.

「..... How, how can this happen. Y-Your Majesty, my apology .... 」.

Thus, an elite, even by the Empire's standards, the Beast King Gradim faced a sad ending.

And thus, the Beast Corps was annihilated, and swept across the face of the earth.

Making a quick glance with 『Magic Perception』 to make sure there are no signs of life, Testarossa takes off from Vessel.

Even though he thought it was unnecessary, he went to help the others.

The Chevaliers Devils followed behind him.

Venom complained, but there was no one there anymore.

………

……

…

After Testarossa left, a single man got off the ship.

He watched over the sky, after confirming the Devil had left,

"Oh Boy . Even someone as good as me cannot win against such a monster ・ ・ ・ yet.

But yes, the right time.

I wanted to kill Gradim, but it seemed like he was ripe; I would dig later. 」

And so, he greedily finished off the corpse of Gradim who was split in two.

Crunch, crunch, he eats.

Energy began to flow into his body, as great power gathered.

「Fumu. So-so. But it's not enough.

I guess I can just keep quiet for now .... 」.

He muttered, holding the shattered God-tier armor that Gradim had once worn in his hand, and pouring energy into it.

The armor flickered as if acknowledging the man as the new master, and began to repair itself like new.

The man wore armor to himself with a natural look on his face.

His body was completely covered, the helmet hid his face hiding his identity.

The man nodded and left the scene, heading towards the transfer magic formation inside the ship.

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Ultima and Carrera, according to Diablo's instructions to the Emperor.

Either way, there is a need to clean up some chatty trash.

To vent the frustration of not being able to witness the actions of their beloved master, they needed to clean up the trash.

If you check it, every Airship has a defensive barrier that covers it.

Various obstacles formed a multi-layered defense system, and even Nuclear Magics proved largely useless.

As Diablo pointed out earlier, if you concentrate the spell, it is possible to destroy part of the barrier but ……

It was troublesome, was the general understanding that Ultima and Carrera had achieved.

Well, the main combat troops seemed to be gathering on the emperor's main ship.

Therefore, they only attacked there first.

7 Demon Dukes in total.

Lieutenant Diablo, Earl-class Venl.

Lieutenant Testarossa, Duke Moss and Baron Cien

Lieutenant Ultima, Marquis Veyron class and Baron Zonda class

Lieutenant Carrera, Viscount class Agera and Esprit.

Each of them held great power, they were beings that could even be called Underworld Kings.

Nevertheless, the differences in class reflected the differences in strength.

In this military operation, the supreme command forbade even one death, so they could not be rash.

Because of that,

「Zonda, you eliminate everyone other than the main ship.

If possible, join Moss and support him!

I don't detect people that strong, but don't be careless, okay? 」

「Of course, Ultima-sama! This Zonda will take quick action according to your orders. 」

Ultima handed over the extermination order to Zonda.

The 600 Great Demons spread into the surroundings, creating a barrier to stop any escape.

As a result, it became difficult to escape from the battle in the sky.

Ultima also has ulterior motives of quickly eliminating enemies and witnessing the splendor of her master with Diablo.

While he was worried about Zonda, his personal interests took priority.

That defines Ultima.

So they moved on to a small fry cleaning. To bring down their respective prey, they stormed the upper deck of the main ship where the Emperor was.

And both sides face each other.

"Pain Lord" Ultima and "Menace Lord" Carrera.

As well as Veyron, Agera and Esperit.

Facing them on the side of the Empire, Emperor Rudra.

10 Strongest of the Royal Knights, Imperial Guardian No. 1 ~ 10, led by First Lieutenant Kondo.

A decisive battle will soon be revealed.

Emperor Rudra is protected in the Absolute Barrier.

His defense was absolute, no one could destroy him.

But there are some conditions.

The energy for its use came from the loyalty of the people around the Emperor, a loyal subordinate had to be around the Emperor.

And then another condition.

This defense is the perfect barrier that keeps active, but during activation all forms of attacks and actions are prohibited.

This ability is Ultimate Skill 『Justice King Michael“ "Castle Guard".

That it was the main reason why Guy did not directly aim for the Emperor was an established fact.

Of course, that was also the reason she turned into skin after several millennia but ……

Therefore, the Emperor did not move.

The moment he starts to take aggressive action will also signal the loss of absolute defense.

「You insects ...... do not disturb the realization of my ambition!

Royal Knights, eliminate these villains! 」

The emperor gave his imperial edict.

『At your will !!』

The loyal knights of the Emperor immediately began to take action to execute the order.

Oh the other side, though,

「Hei, Carrera. For the sake of insects, is he referring to us possibilities? 」

「Ahaha. It's impossible, right? But if he .... 」

Carrera denied Ultima's question while laughing.

However, his eyes did not laugh.

It glittered with a dangerous light, which looked like it could explode at any moment.

「Emperor has decided. Make a short job of the distraction (worm). 」

Those words are the trigger.

「You are all dead !!」

"worms? Did you just say worm !? Stupid man !! Killing . I will destroy your soul !! 」

Ultima rampage. .

Carrera looked calm, but vowed never to forgive these enemies.

If mercy is to die without pain, then inexcusable is futile when suffering.

Whatever it was, the fact that they would be killed did not change, but for these girls there might be a difference.

The demons that followed them trembled in fear because of their aura.

「H-hey Agera's. Isn't that dangerous for us too? 」

「Please give up.

Moreover, considering our master is insulted, I believe we should give them the punishment they deserve! 」

「Urk! You lost that too. 」

Realizing he could not stop the usually calm Agera from releasing her anger, Esprit sighed.

At this point it is impossible to stop them.

Giving up is the right answer.

Veyron looked at the exchange between the two viscounts, he looked cheerful on the outside, but in his mind he had already run out of sense.

His superior, the Demon King, was an existence that should not be angry at all.

(Stupid human. The price you pay for your stupidity, is your "death!)

The terror of his superiors was something the Veyron was very familiar with.

And then, as Veyron anticipated, the pair of Demon Lords, unleashed their horrors.