Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 35: Preparation for War

After sending Souei, I ask everyone to prepare for war.

However, it's not like we're all going to leave. Since we do not know the capabilities of our enemy, we should take it seriously from the very beginning.

The construction of the city went well, but we have not prepared any fortifications.

So, if we were to be attacked, moving would be the best option. So I decided .

so, what are we gonna do? Responding to that thought,

The decisive battle will take place in the swamps If we win, good. If we lose, we will retreat back here as soon as circumstances permit.

In that case, since fighting here will not increase our chances of winning, we will barricade ourselves in the Seal Cave.

While holding the fortress, we will ask for help from the humans.

If we ask through the guild, they might be able to help, so prepare yourself to evacuate at the time of notification.

About our attack,

I appointed Benimaru as the captain in charge of the hundred wolf riders.

Shion, you slaughtered indiscriminately at your discretion.

Hakurou will act as my Adjutant.

I'll network with [Telepathic Communications] so you can all join and issue orders as needed.

Withdrawal order will be given by your commander my –.

Riguru will stay with the remaining goblins and ensure the defense of the city.

Dismissed!"

Thus I presented his plan.

Everyone nodded; no one disagreed.

I thought that there would be some complaints about asking for help from humans, but it seems that I was wrong.

I wonder if they have forgotten their reluctance after spending time with those adventurers.

As for the guild's request, if I sell demon steel, we should have enough gold. And besides, the Orcs are a threat to humans.

If we have a proper discussion, we should be able to get their help. That much I probably don't have to worry about.

And in addition, we've been trying to figure out how dangerous this Orc Lord is.

After all, finishing the goblin armor became a priority.

I have ordered Kaijin to immediately produce 100 armor.

Benimaru, Hakurou, and Shion also needed some armor.

Before Souei returns with their response, we must finish this preparation. If they reject our alliance, we will move as soon as we ascertain Gabil's motives.

If we cannot fight side by side, we will have to wait for the Lizardmen to make the first attack.

After deciding, we concluded the conference.

After dismissing the group, almost all immediately left.

Only three oni and I are left inside.

Do they want something? I looked at Benimaru curiously,

「Rimuru-sama, are you probably too worried?

Even if you don't bother yourself to ascend to the battlefield, Hakurou and I alone are to manage, do you disagree? 」

"As he said . Rimuru-sama is our master. Order the battle can be left to us, if you will. 」

So they say.

No, no, it's not gonna work at all. I mean, you guys have been owned by orcs before!

But, of course, I didn't say that.

We shouldn't count that time before they evolve.

「Well, it should be fine. I only plan to observe the battle from above, and leave the order to Benimaru. 」

「So, so like that!」

They agree with my words.

First, I never ordered a battle. Although I have run many simulations, I have no real experience.

So, as I observed from above, I intend to devote myself entirely to delivering the order.

Besides, you guys, be prepared. Unless you plan to fight in the nude? 」

Nodding to my words, oni three.

And thus, we headed towards the production building.

Dedicated to the Production Department,

A sports building made of wood. We had planned to strengthen the walls with mortar, but had not had time to do so.

Even so, this building is the largest of its kind, and looks quite impressive.

Upon entering, we were attacked by the sound of hard work. On my order, they were busy producing 100 sets of armor.

In fact, only Garm and Doldo dwarfs make everything with ten apprentice goblins helping them.

The rest prepare the raw materials and transport the finished products.

We go further.

Recently, they have also warded off rooms for special products.

Only Shuna can enter the room – the rest is forbidden. He was too skilled and teaching others would take too long.

Goblins also studied textile crafts, and currently work under Garm producing hemp clothing.

Gradually, they had to move on to better work with silk.

Because under the armor we have to wear linen first.

We walked towards Shuna's room, and, after I announced myself, entered.

Shuna greeted us with a smile.

I didn't know when it happened, but suddenly I found myself wrapped in a beautiful kimono.

Not pure white, but dyed with a pale red color; needless to say, it was cute.

Stand up from the chair,

「I've been waiting.

I'd like to participate in the conference myself, but fear of not being able to contribute better than by eating, I humbly apologize to you.

However, I have already finished preparing Rimuru-sama's clothes. And Onii-sama and the rest by the way. 」

「" By the way "huh ..」

「Ho ho ho. That's just what's expected. 」

「Yah, given Shuna-sama's outstanding skills. I'd assume mine had been made too? 」

All three responded.

"Here they are!"

With those words, she took out more dresses.

Clean white kimono.

After receiving mine, I was guided into a room to change clothes.

First, I went in and started to change.

It turned into the shape of my son who was wearing a black fur coat.

Taking off my coat, I wrapped myself in the kimono Shuna made.

Shiny sheets. First-class silk that feels beautiful to the touch.

Underneath, I would probably be wearing the pants that I had previously received. Placing silk onto my body, immediately resizing it to fit me.

This one is also a magical thing, yes.

It seemed that after mixing with my magic it became as if part of my body.

Just to try, I changed into an adult and, as expected, the clothes grew appropriately.

What a wonderful product he made.

Wearing a coat over it, I finished with that outfit.

Then, I took the item from my chest pocket.

It was a beautiful mask.

Yang Shizu-san had forgotten, "Anti-Devil Mask".

My body emits a small amount of magical energy as an aura.

If I focus, I can hide it, but there are times when I let it spill.

So, I plan on using this mask to hide it.

It's been broken before, but I've got Doldo fixing it.

I finished the mask. It's weird, but it makes me feel calm.

Usually, because I don't need to breathe, I don't do it even as a human being.

I can make a lung if I want to, but since I don't see a need for it, I haven't made it yet.

However, while wearing the mask I can pretend to breathe.

And it doesn't feel weird.

Fine . As we head into the world, let's use this appearance.

Returning to my son's form, I have decided so.

Wearing those clothes, I walked out of the fitting room.

Praising my appearance for a while, Shuna continued to help the other oni.

These clothes. Absorbing the aura of the wearer, he could change his appearance.

My clothes became jet black.

Benimaru blood is red.

Pure white Hakurou.

Shion's, of course, turned purple. It would be weird if it turned orange or something.

It seems like even if this outfit is torn, as long as it absorbs our magical energy, it can repair itself.

Magic items that are entirely devoted to our use.

Very awesome! And I have to admit that I was surprised when I heard that we could change how the clothes looked at will.

Making a change of clothes seems useless. First of all, should you buy this, you will probably wear it for the rest of your life.

I don't know how good a human magic item is, but this one is worthy of an A rank assessment.

Very high quality products.

So, I might be able to expect a great weapon from Kurobee.

After saying thank you and carrying Souei's clothes, we left.

The next place we stopped was the Kurobee workshop.

That he's fine there, I know .. he's probably the type who's engrossed in what he likes.

Looks like he's been working there without sleep the last few days.

Kaijin had mentioned it before the conference.

The door to his room is open.

Kaijin had given him a set of tools he had taken from the kingdom.

Next to his room stood a warehouse where I kept the materials I stored.

The demon steel I was holding I was also stored there. As materials are also there, but I just think iron ore is unreliable.

We wanted to investigate the nearby mountains to find out the presence of iron ore deposits, but planned for the next day.

Due to the ongoing construction, there are too few hands here.

From inside the room, the sound of metal impact and furnace heat leaked out.

This is the only place with a high temperature furnace. Made of clay full of binders, the furnace we built.

Although it was made with my [Fire Manipulation] ability, it came out quite well. I plan to analyze this furnace later, and increase the number in the village.

I have a lot of plans, but not enough hands.

Besides, after noticing us, Kurobee came out.

Showing his whole face …

"I've been waiting! By all means, come and see! 」

He greeted us with a face that wanted to boast about his product.

Two hours have passed.

We listen to explanations with eyes without life.

It's all right! We got it, we got it! Just incredible!

I wanted to say those words many times, but couldn't do it.

Seeing Kurobee's happy face stopped me. What can I .. I started to think so.

(Rimuru-sama, now would be a good time?)

Telepathically, I was questioned. By Souei.

I have sent him to offer an alliance, but .. has he encountered any problems? Could he ... get lost?

After leaving it looked so cool just to go back and say, "Pity, I don't know where to go, where to?" Even a kind-hearted me would be angry at that …

I started to worry a bit, but of course the worries were unnecessary.

With a voice free of worry,

(I have met the head of the Lizardmen. He accepted our offer.

However, he hopes that we travel there ..)

What did he say! Arrived already. Isn't it too fast?

Half a day had passed since the conference ended.

(That's no problem. If there is, I plan to finish it there. And besides, you've arrived?)

(Ah, yes. By moving through the shadows I arrived at the swamps without great difficulty. If it's for someone I know, I can move right away.

Besides, when are we going to have a strategy meeting?)

Besides, huh? Isn't that an amazing skill! The Shadow's Step.

I can use it too, but is it amazing? I haven't used it that much, though …

That's a surprise .. oh well.

(Yes ... preparation will take time, and we also need to take into account the time it takes for a wolf rider to travel there, set it up five days from now.)

(Understand! I'll do as you say)

(After the negotiation ends, go back. If you have to – as a clone)

(As you want!)

He handled the negotiations well. Very useful man.

We stayed away from the swamps.

If it was on foot, it would take two weeks; wolves could handle it in three days.

The lizard, Gabil, was riding on a huge monster.

But we don't have to arrive before him.

There is a possibility that he will attack us at the back; instead, observing the situation and taking the initiative should be something we will do.

After thinking about these things, I listened to a never-ending explanation.

「I'm sorry for my late appearance. 」

Souei emerged from the shadows.

Just like a ninja.

Gave her clothes, I asked her to change.

At Souei's appearance, Kurobee seems to have returned from his own world.

Ohon! He cleared his throat, and took out a number of swords.

We finally saw what we came for.

He showed us six swords.

A straight and simple sword.

The elegant tachi.

Shaped like a stick, a katana.

The massive odachi.

And two ninjato.

Happy with his creation, he lined them up.

And thus said,

「For Rimuru-sama, I offer this straight sword. It's just a base, incomplete. We want to make weapons out of demon steel as Rimuru-sama suggested. That was our goal, but Kaijin and I were busy researching to achieve that goal. Therefore, please wait again! Until then, please keep the sword inside you. 」

With those words, he gave me a sword.

So, they are still continuing their research? Makes me excited.

Something to look forward to.

"understand!"

With a nod, I thrust the sword into my stomach. To let it mix with my magic there.

Kurobee nodded once, and gave me another sword.

「This is a prototype among prototypes. Please respect us by using it as a substitute. 」

I will be happy to use it.

Using the skills I learned from Hakurou recently.

I really want to have a sword. So, I hung it on my hip.

Somehow, it makes me feel strong.

Each of us receives a sword.

Benimaru the tachi. Hakurou the katana.

Odachi.

How did he draw it? This is a strange big katana,

「Please don't worry. The scabbard is made of magical energy, it will disappear as desired. 」

That's what he said.

It looks so heavy that a normal person cannot use it; even Kaijin would have a hard time using it.

The dwarves also had a strange power, but could barely lift it with both hands.

Shion, however, held it easily with one hand.

Souei returned after changing clothes and took out two ninjato. Two-sword style, yes …

Somehow it suits him.

After we picked up the weapon, Garm stopped by.

He had finished wearing their armor.

It looks like he's out of iron so. Thus, he was unable to make a full plate armor.

Instead, he managed to get out of the mail of the monster material scale.

Just like they gave to the Cabal adventurers before.

It also seems to have been affected by my magical energy. Made partially from the demon steel I have, it is much stronger than that test product.

But to me, he gave the Dark Skin Guards.

And thus, we finished preparing our equipment.

Next day.

The goblins had finished their preparations.

With supplies for a week, they're waiting for us.

Next is the decisive battle. Just bring enough food to get there and back. If we overload the troops too much, we will lose speed.

Mobility is everything, if we fail, we have to run.

I thought preparing the supplies would take two days, but seeing how they were ready, we managed to finish early.

Well, even though I said 5 days, there should be no problem with coming early.

「The enemy is Mr Orc! Now, forward! 」

I'm just stating.

If we lose, that's all. We continue if fate allows.

The simpler the goal, the better.

On my declaration, the troops responded with a battle cry.

A shout capable of breaking the hearts of enemies filled the forest.

The goblins above the wolves were the main force.

Although there were many new members among them, the goblins riding the wolf storm were the elites among them.

High spirits.

And thus seeing their spirits, my worries were erased.

We're gonna win.

Enjoying too much of this may be bad. However, rising to battle while imagining defeat was also not good.

Drive towards the swamps, towards the war .. we set out.