Re: Turning
Quest of the Adventurers Guild
“So,” says Shinnichi. ”This is the place?”
Shinnichi stared at the two-story building in front of him. A shield and a pair of crossed swords were attached to the roof. It became a kind of logo of that place. On the side, dozens of carts full of weapons were mounted with dozens of muscular ponies. Far different from the horse that is often seen pulling ordinary horse carriages.
Outside, there were dozens of people in armour and robes. Weapons like Greatswords, swords, knives, spears, even magic staffs held them. Whether talking to each other or checking their equipment, there is one word that will always come up: Adventurer or Adventurer.
True, Shinnichi and Genia are standing outside the building of the famous organization in the fantasy world. Adventurers Guild.
“According to Annie-san, this is the place.” Genia replied. Hiding behind Shinnichi, a little frightened under the savage gaze of the adventurers.
“Tsk.” Shinnichi clicked his tongue. “Just ignore them. Come.”
Shinnichi went inside. “B-good!” Genia followed behind him.
The atmosphere inside was not much different from the one outside. The man with the face of the devil sat inside. Drinking big glasses of alcohol and such. The faint smell of ale and beer can be smelled even before it goes inside.
Shinnichi did not even glance at them and directly walked towards the reception desk. A young Beastkin bear behind the table realizes their arrival. “Mr Shinnichi?”
Shinnichi just nodded. “Thank you for coming.Please, follow me.” Getting confirmation from Shinnichi, the young man walked in guiding the two men.
Shinnichi and Genia followed behind him. Climb the stairs to the second floor and enter a neat room. A pair of red sofas and a table in the middle became an attention grabber. In addition, there are only cabinets and shelves in the room. Various kinds of monster parts are exhibited there. Even a preserved Horned Tiger head was hung above the wall.
“Please sit down and please enjoy the small meal we have provided. I'll call Chairman.” The young man was enlightening.
Shinnichi seized the opportunity. He sat down on the couch and picked up some nuts that he threw into his mouth. Genia followed him, though a little more politely. Following Shinnichi he also ate the available food.
The Beastkin Bear youth stared in disbelief for a moment. Before going to call the Guild Leader.
“Shinnichi-sama.” Genia pulled her cloak. “Why do we come here?”
“I don't know.” Shinnichi shrugged his shoulders. He took out an apple, not liking the dried taste of nuts. “Seeing from the preparation from the outside, it seems like there is a massive hunting quest or a exploration expedition within the dungeon.”
“Oh!” Genia looked at Shinnichi in admiration. Shinnichi's vast knowledge always surprised him.
Shinnichi was silent. He felt a little embarrassed because he understood what Genia's gaze meant. Though his knowledge is created because he is too much to play games, watch anime or read fantasy light novels. Otaku's knowledge did help him, but getting such a gaze felt a little piercing.
“Grace also you, young man.” A deep voice sounded from the direction of the stairs.
Shinnichi. A burly old man with long gray hair entered the room. A pair of half-torn wolf ears adorned his head. Marking his race, a wolf Beastkin.He sat across from Shinnichi. Shinnichi can guess who he is.
“You're the Guild chairman?” tanyanya.
“True, my name is Jagger Cane. Nice to meet you, Shinnichi Kurobane.” Jagger lowered his head slightly.
Shinnichi nodded. “Then, what do you want?” Shinnichi bit his apple. Straight to the core.
“Tolo-“
“Can I refuse?” Shinnichi cut Jagger's words.
“H-huh? I didn't even finish what I said..”.
“Not necessary. I know you will say ‘Please save us!’ or ‘Please! Help save this city!’.” Shinnichi guessed what he said. Right up to punctuation. “Can I refuse? Today is also the day where we will go from here.”
“...” Jagger looked at the young man in front of him. During his 40 years as an adventurer, he often met people like Shinnichi. A selfish person who seems to know everything. The fact that he is not tied to this city is also another reason.
“A few weeks ago, a bunch of lizard monsters, Meiolania, appeared in the Northern part of Iedrich. Blocking the main road and blocking the passage of trade with the Kingdom of Birre.” Jagger explained. “Not only that, their number is increasing every day. Those who originally consisted of only a few dozen, now became dozens. Combined with their high numbers and natural defenses, natural forces began to form. If this continues to be left, within a few days, Iedrich will be destroyed if they attack.”
Shinnichi silent. Listen to Jagger's words, without saying anything. Genia felt the atmosphere around become cold.
“Hundreds of people, no. Thousands of people, male or female. Young or old. You know what would happen to them if Iedrich fell?” ask Jagger. His eyes were sharp, staring at Shinnichi's soul.
Shinnichi shrugged his shoulders. “Then?”
“You.... You have no sympathy for others?” Jagger threw an accusatory look at Shinnichi. Ask the young man's morale.
Shinnichi glanced towards Genia. The girl looked back at him curiously. “I want to answer no, but I think I still have it.”
“Then, why?”
Shinnichi scratched the back of his head that was not itchy. “I don't want to linger here. I have my own business too. Besides, why do you need my help? Aren't the Adventurers out there enough?”
“Unfortunately no. This quest had almost reached the S level. While most Adventurers here have a rating of C and B. With their current level, even a pair of Trolls could beat them all.”
Jagger's explanation sounds like a complaint. Strong people are rarely found in places like this. A peaceful city like Iedrich was not a place for adventurers who wanted to become strong. This city is more suitable for travelers who want to settle down or people who want peace.
“Then, the reason we called you here...”.
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“Urgh, I hate this.” Shinnichi complained a little loudly. Making the adventurers who were nearby glare at him. "That's slow. Can't go faster, can you?"
“Shinnichi-sama, others can hear you...” Genia reminds Shinnichi. If the gaze could kill, he was already dead a few times.
Shinnichi did not give them the slightest attention. He picked up an apple and started eating it. The chewing motion coupled with the sweet and sour taste of the apple, makes it a little calm.
Right now, he was riding a horse carriage. Accompanied by several adventurers. Of course the complaint of someone hitching a ride will be received negatively by someone else who is walking.
The train containing the weapon is now heading to the Meiolania lair. So far, their journey has been pretty smooth. Of course, the horse carriage he was riding was at the back. Shinnichi has no idea what's going on ahead.
“Bokah, you better watch your mouth.” A fox Beastkin growled from the side. Doesn't like Shinnichi's disrespectful behavior.
“Yes, even though the Jagger chairman chose you. Not that you're special,” timpal a young Elf beside that beastkin.
“....” Shinnichi silent. He heard them, but chose not to answer. He bit an apple regardless of them. Throw wood into the fireplace. Other adventurers were furious at Shinnichi's shameless attitude.
“Shinnichi-sama Genia was a little worried about the nature of her savior.
Genia's been with Shinnichi for three days. However, during those three days he knew Shinnichi's nature. Behind his apathy, there is a good heart. Although, Genia glanced at him again.
“Wait, they can hold weapons and use magic? they're monsters ‘kan? Just be right. Within the Dungeon alone there were no monsters wearing weapons and magic at the same time. Schwarz, tell them their weaknesses.”
“….”
Genia's concerns are growing every day.
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“Stop!” A handsome blonde man gave the order. His golden armour glittered under the twilight sun.
Gruzzex Jackiel was the son of an Earl who controlled the area around Iedrich. Being fed with a golden spoon since childhood, he grew up to be a man of great ability but with an arrogant nature. Of course, that arrogant nature could be accounted for.
Gruzzex was one of the strongest adventurers in Iedrich. A, the second highest after S. He always thought he was the strongest. No monster or man can defeat him.
Therefore, he thought that this eradication mission would take place easily. The troops he led stopped near a cave. The width of its mouth might not reach three meters, but Gruzzex knew how vast the cave was inside.
At the mouth of the cave, there is a cluster of Meiolania; there may be 20 or more. Simply put, they can be described as “Lizard Man.” Standing at an average height of 190 cm, they are a race of reptilian monsters that have hard blue scales and above average intelligence. Wearing the armor and blood-stained weapons they stole from defeated adventurers, their appearance was more sinister than ordinary monsters.
Gruzzex turned towards his troops. A long caravan formed behind him. He brought over a hundred adventurers. Their success today is in his hands as a leader. He looked towards one of his subordinates.
His subordinate nodded before leaving to carry out his orders. In half an hour, 14 witches gathered. Their appearance was relatively the same; a loose robe with a magic wand and perhaps a hat. However, there was someone who caught his attention.
A black-haired young man with dark circles under his eyes that resembled a dead fish. Behind him, a Beastkin rabbit, his slave might be. Unlike the other witches, he did not carry a magic wand. His appearance was also more suited to an Assassin than a magician. Gruzzex.
“Magicians, prepare your strongest magic. Archers will lure the Meiolanians out. When I give you a sign, release your magic.” Gruzzex explained his plan. Simple and effective. He turned to Shinnichi. “If any of you dare to get in the way, high prices wait.”
The witches understood. They know who the Gruzzex is. One word from him, they could instantly lose their lives. They started chanting the long spells needed for their magic. However, the black-haired young man was simply silent.
Gruzzex closed her eyes. Not paying attention to him anymore, he turned his body to face the reptilian monster. Behind the dense trees and under the protection of magic, monsters with the sharpest noses would not be able to find them.
Gruzzex held the handle of his one-handed sword. He breathed in before stepping out of the trees.
“Krya?”
“Tss! The krya! Krya!”
Meiolania realizes Gruzzex's presence and becomes alert. The monsters looked at him. A human, in their territory? Unforgivable.
The Meiolanians hissed in annoyance. His voice reminded someone of a cobra.
Gruzzex raised her hand. Meiolania tilted their heads in confusion.
Gruzzex exclaimed with all her might. “BREEDER! NOW!”.
Receiving the command, the archer group released their strings. Dozens of arrows flew like bullets. It splits the wind and covers the sky. Meiolania realized what was happening. Rain of arrows descends upon the earth's surface.
Some fled, while most advanced towards Gruzzex. Naas, many of them are impaled. A few lucky arrows struck the eyes of several Meiolania, killing them instantly. However, there is still an army that is still alive.
“KRYAA!” Meiolania's roar echoed from inside the cave. Dozens of Meiolania heads out.
The eyes of the Gruzzex are rounded. Meiolania who came out of the cave exceeded the number that was told to her. Their number exceeds a hundred!
“Sial! THE WITCH! ATTACK!” Gruzzex gave the order. In an instant, the magic covering his army disappeared. Up ahead, dozens of magicians cast their magic
Meiolania realized the attack and started running forward.
“[Lightning Magic: Lightning Strike]!”
“[Wind Magic: Whirlwind Screech]!”
“[Fire Magic: Flaming Wave]!”
A barrage of intermediate-level magic swept across the battleground. A wind capable of cutting through bodies, blue lightning struck towards Meiolania, the earth shook and threw rocks, waves of fire rolled up and burned everything before him. A hellish sight befell Meiolania's army.
The outcome? Only a dozen Meiolanians died. The rest, about 98, are relatively fine.
“What!?” Gruzzex gritted her teeth. Not believing his own eyes. Meiolania's defense is not just a figment.
Gruzzex pulled out his sword. Prepare to fight. He shouted his orders. “SERANG!”
Gruzzex ran forward. One hundred and nineteen adventurers followed behind him. Unloading swords, axes, spears and other weapons. The battle between monsters and adventurers exploded.
“Low-life!” Gruzzex swung his sword. Its sharp blade leads right towards the neck of a Meiolania. The monster did not stop him.
“-!?”
Gruzzex rolled her eyes again. Sparks of fire shot out as his sword touched Meiolania's scales. The monster's natural defense easily held back magic and swords!
Gruzzex retreated, Meiolania attacked. The sharp teeth he displayed seemed to be smiling contemptuously.
The meiolania swung its rusty sword. Gruzzex raised his sword, fending it off. “-!” His hands were instantly stiff as he received Meiolania's attack.
The monster did not give up. He continued to attack the Gruzzex. Using a very basic attack. Like a child swinging a twig. Unable to deal with that basic technique, Gruzzex's self-esteem is hurt.
However, what was the use of the technique in the face of great strength? The Gruzzex can only fend off. Occasionally receiving powerful attacks. His armor that looked so dignified and sturdy was now messy and broken. Without realizing it, he and his troops began to fall back. Their numbers may be more, but the defense and strength of the enemy is much greater. They can't match him.
In the front row, the Gruzzzex began to be overwhelmed. The three Meiolanians were now attacking him ferociously. He almost lost his life a few times. But, it seems like that luck is over. A fireball hit his chest. The heat of the fire and the explosion that appeared due to it dropped the Gruzzex.
Behind Meiolania's army, at first glance he could see the culprit. A purple-scaled Meiolania holding a magic wand. Gruzzex now realizes how dangerous this army is. Giving up here is not an option, Gruzzex tried to grab his sword. However, a Meiolania swung her sword right towards her head.
“Krya!”
Death is near, it is coming. Gruzzex could feel it and he did not take his eyes off. At least he would welcome her with pride. Luckily for her, death did not come for her.
Zuu! Something sped past him. A moment later, a watermelon-like sound broke out. Meiolania's head exploded before her. Blood was pouring everywhere. The monster's body fell lifeless.
“A-what?” Gruzzex doesn't trust his eyes. A Meiolania that was practically immune to physical and magic attacks, died with its head crushed?
The battle field seemed to stop. Even the Meiolanians didn't believe it. Someone from their people just died? Who did it?
All views were now facing the direction of the attack. A black-haired young man with a strange right hand. His dead fish-like eyes were now staring intently at Meiolania's troops. In his mouth, an apple was half eaten. Not saying anything, he pointed his hand towards another Meiolania.
From another person's view, the inside of the cylinder attached to the young man's hand began to glow. With a jolt, another Meiolania died easily. Same as the first one, the head exploded.
“KRYA!”
After their second partner died, the Meiolanians finally came to their senses. The Meiolanians are now targeting the young man. But he won't just let it go.
The young man raised his left hand upwards.
“A-what is this!?”
“Kyaa!”
“Woah!”
“Shinnichi-sama!”
The shadow of a hundred and twenty adventures suddenly came to life. Form a dome that protects them. The voice of the adventurer was submerged by that shadow.
The young man grabbed the apple in his hand calmly. Nibble it once before throwing it to the side. He turned his hand towards the enemy.
“Jagger fucking it. Where do I know those two bodyguards are the two strongest adventurers here. Just take it easy.” Shinnichi grumbled in annoyance. “The strongest adventurer really lost because of the fall of people.”
“Kraa!”
“Krya!!”
“Gryaa!”
The Meiolania army was getting closer. Passing through dozens of black cocoons filled with people. The scene looks like a nightmare painting.
“You tried to overwrite **** 110 kg weight thrown in high speed.” Schwarz commented on his grumbling.
“... True also sih.”
He marched towards Meiolania's army. Abyssal Mist in his hand.