Tensei Shitara Slime Datta

Chapter 73: The Free

Wouldn't the Resurrection Festival succeed? My words decide 『Festival Resurrection Tempest』 as its official name.

We plan to celebrate it every year.

And now, two days have passed since it ended …

There are some problems that give me a headache. No, I'm serious this time.

After a knock came from my door, Rigurdo and Bester walked in.

14 Outlaws still alive.

We are currently collecting information.

And, all of our "sources" gently acknowledge everything they know.

It seemed that the Kingdom of Pharmas and the like had already begun to beg for mercy.

Even the trained Blood Shadows and Church messengers quickly gave up and confessed when the devil was presented to them

Satan can inspire fear into the hearts of his enemies and thus control the soul.

Although it was possible to fight a larger and inferior demon, an archdemon like Diablo did not accept "no" in response.

As a result, people usually go crazy, so they decide to admit everything they know rather than meet such a fate.

By the way, even if they kill themselves, we can directly manipulate their souls or damage their brains.

It, too, was a well-known ability of the larger evil spirits, so no one was stupid enough to kill themselves before there was.

So if you want to disappear along with all your secrets, you have to kill yourself by completely destroying your body.

I don't think that arrest means information leakage, but that is common sense in this world.

So it would be a statement to say that the spies of this world are risking their lives.

Well, as a result, we were quickly able to obtain information from them.

As for the headaches I mentioned earlier, it would be: what do we do with them now?

My anger subsided as Shion and the others rose.

As a result, I lost the urge to kill shabby parents and church dogs.

Wait, that list doesn't include fanatics. They died any way.

I cannot forgive the perpetrator of the incident.

According to the information we obtained, they were not ordered to attack the population during their "visits.

The order came from Cardinal Nicholas.

It is simple: declare war.

But, since deploying the elite knights would require Hinata's approval, they decided to send their Blood Shadows pets, which led us to the tragedy.

Bloodthirsty and convinced of their superiority, they rampaged without being ordered.

Which I discovered exactly when I was thinking of treating prisoners of war or by some other martial law.

Moreover, the common opinion among us is that, since we are not humans, we should live by the rules of monsters.

Either way, we can kill them at any time.

So I decided to investigate what other countries are doing in such a situation.

Ellen and Youmu did not know much about the internal affairs of the country, so there was no point in asking them.

That's when I remember Bester.

So I went to ask for his opinion.

Enter, Bester greeted me by saying, 'Bester,

「A long time ago, Rimuru-sama! What disaster we experienced

That disaster. Anyway, it's not over.

「It was. There is something I want to ask, what is human war like? 」

I asked Bester.

I'm not good at bidding, nor am I necessary.

So, I heard about the human war from Bester.

First, the members of the Conference Coalition usually did not fight.

For example, there are rules that stipulate that a country must declare war at a general conference before starting hostilities.

If this is not done, the state loses membership, and is recognized as a common enemy to all nations.

War is easy to start, hard to stop. I was surprised to see that expression was already a rule.

For now, let's consider the situation where they declared war at a conference.

First, they decided on a date for the battle and used that time to evacuate civilians.

Furthermore, they were not allowed to engage their opponents until the exact date.

The collection of information and failure to comply with the above rules constitutes a violation of the Coalition code.

As a result, the concept known as "spying" is generally considered to be nonsensical. Even if they exist, they should always be on their guard to escape before civilians are evacuated.

Any reported violation is a violation of Coalition code.

Well, given such strict rules, they might as well say that spying is forbidden. Although what kind of spy chooses the profession that wants to be arrested?

After the war began, there were two types of war: limited war and war of extermination. (Well, there's also an economic war, but let's put that aside)

Limited War is a war that seeks to ease the burden of civilians and limit the battle to a designated battlefield.

It's kind of a sport, the most extreme of the extremes.

Of course, in order to prevent the overwhelming advantage of the terrain, the defending side chose the battlefield.

It was also chosen at the time the war had been declared.

The last, the War of Extermination, goes by the rule of "whatever goes".

It does not end until one country becomes a follower of another or falls completely. It's not something you want to choose unless you have no other choice.

In this case, whether you win or lose, you must have a legitimate reason to attack.

If not, then it was a simple war of conquest.

And, you will run the risk of being attacked by other coalition members as a result.

In other words, this type of war rarely, if ever, occurs.

But wouldn't declaring neutrality be optimal to avoid conflict? Of course not .

The Dwarf Kingdom, for example, had advanced technology and great value.

Therefore, they must build strength to fight those who will try to conquer them.

Justice is useless.

But in reality, it would be difficult to explain to other countries why you declared war on the neutral Dwarf Kingdom, and moreover, given their military might.

No one wants to commit suicide by being caught up in the greed of others.

Thus, after several wars resulted in the creation of the Conference, which brought us to our current state

Such were the rules set by the Conference Coalition.

Now, what about non-members?

For example, the Eastern Empire.

It was a military state that grew in size by absorbing its weaker neighbors.

Coalition rules do not apply to this country.

Invaded when he wanted to and trampled on anyone behind him.

So it also makes full use of spies.

Death to those who disobey!

That's the principle they live by, so if the target country doesn't swear allegiance in a week, they attack immediately.

Fortunately, their sphere of influence failed to extend to the Jura Forest, so there were casualties among the nearby countries.

But, given what happened to the countries that were at war with the Empire, the Conference Coalition could not ignore this threat.

The Dwarven Kingdom was somehow able to establish diplomatic relations with the Empire and hence avoid a potential invasion.

Well, their military strength and the power of the king certainly had something to do with it.

After hearing this information, I inevitably regard the Coalition as a group of weak nations that come together to protect each other.

Powerful nations decide war and fate with their own power.

Of course, even if they did not break the rules, it did not mean that they would not deviate from them.

I see; I understand all this to some degree.

Now, as when the war has ended …

What happened to prisoners of war?

That too, Bester has explained.

The Conference forbade the assassination of the Emissaries. That's true in any world, I guess.

Furthermore, it was rare for the king of a country to be a prisoner of war.

Even a war of extermination rarely ended in total annihilation. Unless you're stupid, you'll give up when the war has reached your own land.

Refusing surrender and slaughtering everyone will make you hate from another country.

First of all, a king who allowed his own land to be invaded quickly lost the trust of his men and was banished.

In other words, since he was not respected, there was no need to kill him. That's how it is.

I saw .

Well then, while I can kill him, sending him back might be a better idea.

"Thank you for the input . I'm glad you're here, Bester 」

I said .

"No, no, not at all!" Bright red, Bester replied with a beaming smile.

Sorry, honestly, that's so creepy.

I'm glad he's got rid of his sharp, softened personality .. but he's really just a parent.

「Oh, before I forget. On my way to the Dwarf Kingdom, how much can I report? 」

「Ah, as many as you want. They may have a useful opinion 」

I gave permission.

Even if we hide it, they will find out in the end. So we can be honest from the beginning.

I thanked the timid Bester again and told him to leave.

That guy, maybe he's not shy but just fascinated by me …

I have taken my human form halfway through the conversation.

And, I don't wear a mask because I'm in the middle of a repair right now.

Couldn't be .. Is he a lolicon? A terrible possibility filled my mind.

I pray that's not the problem!

I thought about our previous conversation.

If that was the case, letting the king and the Envoy go was the best choice.

I still have the unique skills of 『Heartless One』 as well.

Their hearts had been broken so long ago that they could no longer betray me.

When I think about it,

Announcements. Unique Expertise 『Heartless One absorb has been absorbed by the ultimate skill『 Beelzebub 』

Therefore, it has been removed and currently cannot be used≫

O-oh …

Just when I thought I was gaining a useful skill.

To only use it once – for what purpose do I get it? Well, I do think that I don't need it.

Besides of.

I feel that the skills I have used have changed greatly.

There is a need to verify this. For some reason, I felt that urgent need.

Well, maybe we should release the king and the messenger, but that's something to discuss among all of us.

I left the 12 Blood Shadows to Shion.

After tapping on some information from them, he would probably have me eat some other food.

Using the 『Cook』 skill he just got.

Did he not know that he did not have to feed me? That's sickening.. You know?

Conference of all department heads.

That's what I decided to do.

Therefore, there is one more problem that must be solved.

I saw Rigurdo in the eyes, though,

"How's that? The investigation will be okay? 」

I asked .

Not only my skills, but the abilities of every monster had improved greatly along with my evolution.

They were told by the "World Voice" about the gifts they would receive.

Those with ties to me might include every monster I name.

Rigurdo nodded, though,

「We are still in the middle of a population survey.

The women have said some incomprehensible things like their skin being smooth and pretty or something.

Their vitality is certainly increasing.

Those who specialize in combat have acquired the individual skills and skills of troop unity.

Interestingly enough, Goblin Riders and Star Wolves have acquired the extra rare skill 『Unification』 」

Extra expertise 『Unification』 means exactly what it is, no hidden meaning here.

They became as if they were one, able to move quickly by crawling and gaining a boost of strength.

Their strength puts them at A-rank. Even the worst among them would dominate the B rank.

Surprisingly, all one hundred had this skill.

The Rigurdo report continues.

Among the 100 raised – children have all evolved into teenagers.

Perhaps this evolution was inspired by their regret of not being able to fight.

They have all obtained 』Ex』 Perfect Memory skills and 『Endless Regeneration EX』.

Although these are just additional skills, they work well together.

That is, even if their heads were blown off the wind, they could turn into a state of astral body and thus avoid death.

In other words, they gained the same regenerative abilities as the Orc Disaster.

And there are a hundred of them. Very absurd.

So, together with Shion, who was carried away with this feeling of gaining absurd abilities, they calmly went through intensive training.

I mean, we're not gonna die! City boys and girls told me …

I have no words.

Should I reprimand them or tell them to work hard?

Even though they are only C rank + at most right now, I have a feeling that they will be our strongest army.

They have even named their squad "Yomigaeri" – which has surpassed death.

4,100 hobgoblins under Benimaru's command have evolved in interesting ways.

The strongest among them, 100 men, evolved into Ogres.

As the oni wanted, perhaps; this giant belonged to the first village I saved.

They are now Benimaru's personal bodyguard, and have been named “Kurenai '(Crimson). They have A-rank strength.

And, as our vanguard with 『Fire Manipulation』 capabilities and 『Thermal Resistance EX, the other hobgoblins are our fire brigade.

Although they are still C rank +, they are very strong.

I have named them the Green Corps, but it is not good following evolution.

That is, as a subordinate of Benimaru, the red ones are suitable for them …

The name "green" is not. My failure to think ahead led to this.

But hey, no need to think that far!

The evolution of monsters is unpredictable.

So contrary, I have the Green Corps equipment stained with emeralds.

First, color had no effect on their ability to manipulate fire freely.

High orcs evolved as herds.

They all acquired the skills of 』Iron Wall EX that allowed them to create a protective wall from the earth.

In addition, they also obtained 』full Body Armor』 capabilities.

The most inherited of my resistance, noting that Physical Attack Resistance includes resistance 『Nyeri, Corrosion, Paralysis, Electric』.

So, if I had them eat a lot of Shion's cooking, would they have gained poison resistance? How stupid of what I think!

Despite the individual differences, there are no problems overall.

They can each be evaluated as a B rank.

And this is when they live up to their "Yellow Corps" name.

Forces that specialize in creating walls to ward off attacks. They are the main force of Tempest.

As for the 100 Gabil Dragonewts,

Of course, they were at least A-ranked respectively.

They obtained 『Dragon Knight Transformation』 and 『Flame Breath』 or 『Thunder Breath ability.

Although their efficiency decreased, their strength increased greatly.

To be honest, I still don't really know what the Dragon Knight Transformation Transformer 』 does. Even though they got it, they couldn't seem to use it yet.

I have a bad feeling about that, so maybe that's a good thing.

"So, use it when you're in danger!" It is pure negligence.

Such a phrase was almost indecent to Gabil and his army.

But to think that they also have the ability to fly and can now fire their breath from the sky …

Although they have yet to gain any new resistance, they do have a high resistance to begin with.

With scaled armor they became as strong as steel.

Only direct attacks could pierce through their armor.

So being able to fly puts them at a tremendous advantage over their enemies.

Their name, "Hiryu" (Flying Dragon).

Unfortunately, they are currently probably our strongest unit.

And so the report continues.

It seems like my efforts up until now have really paid off.

What I get from that is: our strength is greatly increased. That's all it is.

Even though we don't even have ten thousand powers, we can easily destroy a larger army.

Compared to the ones I destroyed, we are much stronger.

You know, I'm not even surprised anymore.

Our only drawback is our small numbers.

Since we cannot easily increase our numbers, it will cause us to start from now on.

So we conclude a population survey.

Next: management …

According to Rigurdo, they have not been able to confirm.

Well, that's how it should be.

I am not fully aware of my abilities.

Instead of worrying about others, worry about yourself first.

Asking for Rigurdo to continue the investigation, I left the place to verify my abilities.

I headed straight to the Cave Seal.

Meeting with Gabil on the road, I ordered that no one interfere, and entered the cave.

Well, let's call the ultimate skill 『Raphael』

I ordered that the book teach me about the changes that occur as a result of evolution.

Here's what I found.

Status

Name: Rimuru Tempest

Species: Slime Demon

Blessing: The Storm Crest

Title: "King of Satan"

Magic: 〈Magic Energy Manipulation Archives〉 〈Great Spirit Summoning〉

〈Great Demon Calling〉

Species Skill Expertise 『Decomposition Absorption, Endless Regeneration』

Key Skills 『King of Wisdom Raphael』

… Despite Acceleration ・ Rating ・ Parallel Processing ・

Cancellation of Chanting ・ All Creation ・ Fusi ・ Separation

Key Skills 『The greedy King of Beelzebub』

… Predasi ・ Analisa ・ Perut ・ Mimik ・ Segregation ・

Decomposition ・ Supply ・ Food Chain ・ Soul Eaters

Daily Skills ... 『Magic Perception』 『Hot Detection』 『Auditori

Perception 』『 Super Kissing 』

『Ambition Satan Lord』

Battle Skills .. 『Thread』 Manipulation 『Kloning』 『People Chaos』

『Law Manipulation』 『Actribute Change』 『Thinking

Domination 』『 Demon God Transformation 』

Mimic: Demon, Spirit, Black Wolf, Black Snake, Centipede, Giant Bat, Giant

Spiders, Lizards, Goblins, Orcs

Resistance: Nullification of Physical Damage, Nullification of Natural Attack, Status

Change Nullification

Spirit Attack Resistance, Holy Magic Resistance

That's all .

Many things seemed to have disappeared, but since I was in the midst of accepting the skills my allies had acquired, I should be able to use even more.

I thought that only the name changed for many of these, but I was clearly wrong.

Acceleration of Thought, for example, has now increased to 1,000,000 times faster.

I cannot explain it in words very well .. when I use it, time seems to stop.

While intending to ask Raphael about each skill,

Announcements. As instructed, 『Infinite Jail』 has been analyzed.

Are you going to release Individual: Veldora? [YA] / [NO] ≫

The announcement he made was so ordinary!

Suddenly, I couldn't respond …

But ... finally!

It took me a year, but I was finally able to keep my promise.

All that remains is .. the procurement of the spirit medium for him.

The thought of testing the skill had completely left my mind.

I let you go, Veldora!

And I chose [YES]!