◆ Dark Knight Croki
Transfer with Tona to the Gypsy Seal Land.
After the metastasis, the customer leaves the black room.
At my feet, the magic cube of the transition is still shining.
The walls of the black room are filled with sacred hieroglyphics.
I feel hot in the air in the room.
This is already a desert country.
Surely magic is useful.
"Tona, is this the Kingdom of Putaha?
I ask Tona.
The Gypsy gods dwell in the golden city of Arnak.
However, it cannot be transferred directly to Arnak for defensive reasons.
So Tona decided to go from the Putaha kingdom, which is transferable, to Arnak.
The Kingdom of Putaha is a country with a population of about 10,000 and is also known as a craft country.
Why it is called a country of crafts is because most of its inhabitants are dwarves of crafts.
The king (Pharaoh) is also a dwarf.
In the first place, there are many dwarfs in this country because this land was given to Haybos, the god of Ellios.
In fact, among the people of Gypsy, Haybos, the God of Ellios, and Ishtia, and Tona are also believed as gods.
I find it interesting that they are supposed to be the gods outside.
By the way, from Nargor, the great witch Helkart is believed to be the god of medicine.
There are many frogs (Todmans) in the Hecket kingdom, and it seems that there is a large temple in Helkart.
"Yes, Croki. This is the Kingdom of Putaha. It's also the Gypsy Seal branch of the Sorcerers Association."
Tona nods.
Besides crafts, the Kingdom of Putaha is famous for having a Gypsy Seal branch of the Society of Magicians.
Tona, the goddess of knowledge and books, is also the god of magicians.
One of the founders of the sorcerers' association in Salia, Magius the Great Sage, is her messenger.
I hear that Magius is still alive 700 years after his founding and is involved in the operation of the sorcerers' association as honorary chairman.
700 years since its inception. The sorcerers studied in Salia spread all over the world, communicating with each other and creating branches everywhere.
The branch of the sorcerers' association is in the Kingdom of Putaha in Gypsies.
Really? This is where the famous gypsy sorcerer is. "
Tona is a little surprised when she says so.
"Ah, Croki. It's boring."
"Yes, Tona. Gypsy magicians are famous for their excellence."
The Gypsy Sorcerers' Association is famous after its headquarters, Salia.
In other regions, only human magicians can become members of sorcerers' associations.
However, the Gypsy Shield Magicians' Association can become a member of non-human species.
In addition, there are few restrictions on the study of magic due to the low influence of Autists and Ferians who hate dark magic and ghost magic.
Because of the wide opening of the gates and the lack of regulations, the study of magic has progressed more than in other regions, producing excellent magicians.
Speaking of gypsy magicians, they are becoming synonymous with good magicians.
"Yes, the magician here is very good. And the branch manager is also my apprentice."
Now I'm surprised.
The branch chief here is pretty good at learning directly from his god, Tona.
"Croki. Looks like he's picking us up. It's good to hear from you."
Someone appears from the shadow of the entrance to this room.
The moment I saw him, I was about to hear a surprise.
I showed up because I was an insect with a black beetle head.
The Bugman has a magician's wand. Does that mean you're a magician?
There are some Bugs under Kuna, but I don't think there were any Bugs.
It's the first species I've seen.
"Welcome, welcome. My master, Tona."
The Bugman crosses his forelegs in front of his chest and lowers his head.
"Long time no see, Kepler. And then, Croki. Let me introduce you. He's Kepler. He is a Funkorogashi sorcerer and head of the branch of this sorcerers' association. He is also a very good magician, also known as the Golden Sage."
"No, Tona. I'm ashamed of the Golden Sage. I am a wise man and I am still a young man."
Funkorogashi Kepler scratches his head with his forefoot in a shy manner.
"No, Kepler. Your study of magic is very good. We should name the wise man with dignity."
Kepler shakes his forefoot. I'm sure you're very happy.
And Kepler looks at us.
"By the way, Tona. How about this one?
"Um... he's..."
I looked at Tona as if she was in trouble.
I think I'm wondering if I can tell you who I am.
Sure, Rage is here, so I want to hide the identity as much as possible.
"It's okay. Tona, if you trust someone, I trust you."
However, a Funkorogashi named Kepler seems to have a lot of trust in Tona. Then I will trust myself.
You shouldn't be bluffing.
"Kepler. He's Croki. Nargor, the mightiest dark knight."
Kepler was surprised when Tona introduced him.
"Oh my God!! The god of the black storm that drowned the Republic of Ariadia in fear!! How could that be with Tona-sama?! This is amazing!!!
I don't know what it is, but I think I've been told about myself by this gypsy.
However, it doesn't seem to make a good sense.
How the hell does that work? I'm a little worried.
"There are a lot of things. Kepler, is there somewhere else we can talk calmly?
"Then there is the association's reception room. If you're there, you'll never hear from the outside."
That's how Kepler guides me backwards.
On the way, you meet humans and cats, and you meet lizards and hippos.
They pave the way respectfully when they meet them.
I'm not thanking Tona.
Tona's arrival is kept a secret, except Kepler.
In other words, they are bowing to Kepler.
Even from their attitude, it can be seen that Kepler's outlook is high.
When Kepler gets to the reception room, he tells the staff of the association to talk to the guests inside, so that no one gets near him after he brings the tea.
The reception room at the association branch is quite large.
The floor is covered with a soft carpet. The walls are decorated with condiments and the chairs are furnished with soft cushions, whether feathered or not.
The Gypsy Seal sorcerers' association seems to be quite wealthy.
The clerk brings me tea.
I brought two teas.
It is put out in front of itself and Tona. You don't drink Kepler, do you?
"What? What is this?! Coffee?"
When I saw the tea, I heard an unexpected voice.
Black color and good fragrance. It looks like coffee was brought in.
Mr. Kuroki This tea is a bean tea made from red fruit seeds called Nepentes. I can't drink it, but it seems to wake up sleepy and have various medicinal effects, so it is secretly drunk among the magicians. Enjoy. "
Kepler explains with a smile.
"Really... I'll take care of it."
I drink bean tea.
It has a more distinctive aroma than coffee from the original world.
But it's definitely coffee.
I didn't think I could drink coffee in this world.
"Kepler, I think it smells better than the bean tea I drank before. What the hell is going on?
Tona leans her neck.
"Oh? Have you noticed? Tona-sama. In fact, this bean tea was made from undigested seeds from a fragrant cat that had eaten red fruit. Apparently, using this undigested seed would make the scent better, Tona-sama. I was surprised that the seeds I discovered during my meal would be so aromatic."
That's right, Kepler. Amazing discovery. Very delicious. "
Tona and Kepler laugh at each other.
It seems better not to think deeply about why it happened to be discovered.
"Well, Kepler. Let's get down to business. I want to go to Arnak. Can you lend me a ship owned by the sorcerers' association?
Tona says Kepler shakes his head.
"That's Totona-sama. It's a ship owned by the Association... Not now."
"Weird? It must have happened before. What do you mean, Kepler?
"Actually, Tona. There have been many mysterious disappearances lately."
"A mysterious disappearance?
"Yes, a lot of caravans have been missing lately. And then there was a recent missing incident in the nearby kingdom of Tauereto, and I sent an Association sorcerer aboard to investigate it.... I lost track of each ship."
Kepler scratches his head like he's in trouble.
There is no point in investigating a missing person's disappearance. Kepler will have a headache, too.
And yet, what's going on?
"The Kingdom of Taueret. It must have been a country with a lot of hippos."
"Yes, Tona. And the Sphinx people seem busy. Maybe something is happening somewhere we don't know."
Tona and I face each other.
"Yes, if you go to Arnak, you may know. But I had trouble without a ship. I might have to fly like this."
Well, that would be the worst I could do.
I have flown from the Republic of St. Lenaria to Nargor in the past.
That's why there's nothing you can't do if you think about it.
"I wish Glorious had brought me here....."
If Raige finds out, it'll be a fight.
As a result, Glorious did not bring a conspicuous person.
"Kepler, are there any other vehicles? Hippoglyphs live nearby?
"No, Tona. No hippoglyphs."
"Anything else?
"That's right... Speaking of which, there's been a recent outbreak of Kimira around here... But in Kimira....."
"Kimira?!!
I couldn't help but shout at Kepler's words.
Kimira is a magical beast with the heads of lions, goats, and dragons, and the tails of which are snakes.
I wanted to see you once because you look unique inside.
Some Kimiras have dragon wings so they can fly.
If caught, it could be a vehicle.
"Yes, it's Kimira. At first, I suspected that the cause of the disappearance was the Kimira, but as far as the case is concerned, there is something I don't think is Kimira, and I'm looking for another cause."
"Master Kepler. Where is the Kimira?
"You're not going to catch Kimira? Danger. It's not like the top dragon, but Kimira is vicious. We are planning to send out a crusader soon. I was wondering if I should stop."
It is not a problem if it is not the upper dragon.
I'd rather get caught than be crushed.
"It's okay, Kepler. Kuroki is strong."
Tona says Kepler takes a serious look at us.
"Well, if you're as rumored, that's possible... I see. Let me tell you about the area where Kimira is hiding."
It's settled now.
Let's get Kimira.
But before you go out, there's something you have to do.
"By the way, Tona. Maybe you'll meet the Light Warrior. It might be a fight, so I'd like to hide who I am as much as I can... Can you get me something to hide my face from?"
That surprises Tona.
"Even though Kuroki is strong, why not let Lena's brave men down? But I like places where I try to avoid fighting. Kepler, can you find clothes to hide behind Croki?
"Yes, Tona. As long as it's available at the association. However, if you want to hide who you are, I think you should take off all the clothes you are wearing. Gypsy seals have a lot of nose effects."
Kepler will advise you.
The Beastman certainly has a nose.
Some of you may know the smell of Nargol.
"Very well, Mr. Kepler. Can you keep the clothes I'm wearing here?
What I'm wearing is a shirt and pants from Nargol everywhere.
There is no problem if you take off the ring other than the one that is aligned with Kuna.
"It's easy to use. Then let me bring you some clothes."
When Kepler calls the staff, tell them to bring a costume.
A few minutes later, the clerk brings me a lot of cloth.
Look at it and take it in your hand.
Either way, it's just a white cloth.
"Sir Kepler. What is this?"
"I asked him to bring something to wear by a man at the association. Don't you like it?
I remember myself there.
By the time I came to this room, most of the men I met had only one cloth wrapped around their hips.
The magician was not wearing a thick robe as he is wearing now, but a simple one wrapped in a white cloth.
In other words, these are the only clothes available.
Besides, as far as I can see, there is nothing like underwear.
Perhaps it is not customary to wear underwear.
Thinking about it, the Beastman basically doesn't dress.
The Centaurs are always on the loose.
Perhaps that's the whole gypsy custom.
What do we do now?
Women seem to wear one-piece clothes, but women's clothes are resistant.
I can't help it. Cover this huge cloth from above and drill holes only in your eyes.
Now you can hide your face.
"No, Master Kepler. Thank you very much. I'll take this."
Take a large cloth in one hand, drill a hole in the eye, and cover it from above.
I don't see it myself, but I think it looks pretty unusual.
"Croki, you look pretty funny."
Tona smiles a little.
But I can't help laughing.
There may be other ways to do it, but it will be more pleasant than hiding your face.
In that case, this unusual outfit would be fine.
"Please don't laugh. Tona, can you call me by a different name? They'll find out who you are."
No matter how much you hide your face, your name will tell you who you are. It doesn't make sense.
"Different name?
"Yes, it's a different name. It's called a pseudonym. Can you name me anything?
Tona thinks a little when she says so.
"Okay. Croki. How about a defeater (Mejed)?
This is how I became known as Mejed.