◆ Ranger Lember
The vast majority of the land of Bandor is a vast plain.
There aren't many goblins that hate bright places because it's open land.
However, with only a few goblins, it is not an easy place for people to live.
Faced with Azimid Bay, there are wetlands inhabited by lizards (Lizardman) and frogs (Todman), while other places, such as Centaurs and werewolves (Wolfman), are home to many bloody fangs.
These species can attack humans. As a result, people living in Bandor cannot live with peace of mind.
Me and Nimu walk in such a Bandori land together.
We should reach our destination soon.
There are many people in front of me.
There are many walkers there.
They are all walking in one direction.
I look from the top of the hill.
Beyond that lies the country Eldo made by the brave Reiji.
"This is the country the brave men built, Eldo? It's not a good place."
I have an unexpected impression. It's not a very good location.
The best way to build a country is to defend the hills.
If the hills are wide, a country can be built there.
Additionally, building walls along the edge of the hill makes it easier to defend.
My homeland, the Kingdom of Rocks, was one such country.
Now that the population was large, housing was also created under the hill, but originally only people lived on the hill.
But Eldo is made in the lowlands.
The only place that looks like a hill is the palace where the brave man lives.
And it's small. We won't be able to accommodate this many people.
In other words, it is not suitable for defense.
And the walls don't seem to be built yet.
Now that the Goblin herd is nearby, it will be attacked soon.
Quite dangerous.
Or are you doing something about the brave ones?
It is well thought out.
Their power is incredible. Even without a castle wall, you might be able to live in peace.
That would convince me that this many people are aiming for Eldo.
"It seems like a lot of people, but it's disgusting. Is this the country made by a brave man loved by Lana? Lember?"
The neighboring Nymu frowned.
Nimu is the Niad of the Water Elves.
I happen to be traveling with someone I know.
You'll be lucky to be able to travel with a beautiful woman for a while.
Especially if it's an eternal beauty elf.
"I don't think the country is well built yet."
That's the answer.
From a distance, people's homes seem to be cluttered and poorly maintained.
Looks like the roads are behind schedule.
If the information is correct, Eldo should still be founded in the shallow days, which would be satisfactory.
"Well, that's good. Okay, let's go. I have to report it to the princess."
Nimu pulls me.
Long blue hair flutters in the wind.
She is a former inhabitant of the land of Elves, at the foot of the sacred Mount Ellios, in its sea of trees.
The reason why she left the forest is to find out the country of the brave.
It seems that the princess of the elves cared about the hero.
As a result, she was dispatched to see how she was doing.
Even though I said I would look into it, I don't plan to make contact with the brave ones just by watching the people.
Well, that's why I accompanied you.
Honestly, I don't want to face you.
"Wait! Nmu!"
I stop.
Then Nimu looked back and looked strange.
"What's wrong? Lember?"
"You had better hide your face. Probably quite insecure."
I used to be in charge of the security of the country.
Just looking away gives such an atmosphere.
"Then it's okay. Lember, I'm strong. I can't beat humans."
That's how Nimu touches her hip sword.
Certainly Nimu is strong. You can use the magic of water and the sword's arm is above mine.
But I think we should avoid a fight.
However, Nimu looks down on people with short lifespans.
Especially when it comes to human women, it is said to be a pathetic creature that will soon die.
It's causing a struggle.
For a short time, we were together and it was the cause of the dispute several times.
I don't know why such a mummy wants to be with me.
In the first place, I'm not the only one who looks down.
Therefore, I am confused.
Nimu forced her to walk on her left arm.
I had no choice but to exhale.
◆ Black-haired Sage Chiyuki
More than thirty days have passed since Mr. Shirone woke up.
I woke up and Mr Shirone wanted to go to him, but I stopped him for a while.
The silver witch on his side seems hostile to us.
Besides, there is a difference of opinion between us about him.
Except for Reggie, Kaya is the one who hates him the most.
The reason is that Kyoka likes him.
That's not funny to Kaya.
I know somehow why it's not interesting.
Kaya wants to be on the far side of Kyoka.
So we're trying to get rid of the others.
Kaya tells Kyoka that she should learn to associate with men, but she disagrees if there is a man she cares about.
What a complicated emotion.
The kaya disagreed with him, as did Sahoko, who couldn't like him because he was dying and badly wounded.
I had to be reluctant to welcome him for another reason.
As a result, I put him behind me.
In the first place, how do I face Burururu?
Moreover, the number of inhabitants has grown and the country is busy with nation-building. It's just going to take a while.
I am also worried about Sarxis that I encountered in Gypsy Seal, but it seems that Lena has not grasped the trend since then, and there is no way to hit her.
As a result, we spend our days in Eldo without going anywhere.
One day, I greet guests in the reception room.
"Long time no see. Dark-haired wise man Chiyuki."
The old man in front of me calls my name.
The old man looked like a magician.
A wide hat on a black robe. It produces a longer beard.
Whoever sees it will look like a magician.
Well, so is that. Because the person in front of me is a sorcerer among the sorcerers.
"Yes, it's been a long time. Master Magius the Great Sage. Welcome to Eldo. We welcome you."
I sit down with my head down.
Great Sage Magius.
That's the name of this old man.
He is the honorary president of the sorcerers' association and the chairman of the council of sages, the highest decision-making body of the sorcerers' association.
The representative of the Society of Magicians is the Chairman appointed by the Council of the Wise.
However, the words of this old man are more respected in the association than those of the chairman.
In other words, he is in fact the representative of the sorcerers' association.
This is the second time I've met the wise man.
He came to see the country we made.
The reason is because I want to know what kind of country the brave man made.
I'm the only one who meets because I'm a personal customer.
"I'll never see you again, Lord Chiyuki. Ever since I met you when you gave me the title of Wise Man?
The mouse in front of me touched the long beard and said.
"Yes, thank you for nominating me as a wise man."
Thank you.
Apart from the honorary title given to the knowledgeable, the name of the wise man is also the best title given to the sorcerer to whom the sorcerer's association belongs.
However, a sorcerer who has been awarded the title of Sage has the right and duty to attend the Sage Conference and is required to contribute to the development of the Association.
For my activities in this world, I entered the branch of the Sorcerers' Association of the Republic of St. Lenaria and was later given the title of Wise Man.
At first, I didn't know why, but this wise man suggested it to me.
I asked why, but it seems a waste to keep someone with transcendent magic as a mere magician.
I don't know if that's the real reason.
However, it was judged that there was no loss.
"I'm not thanking you. Lord Chiyuki. Yet this Eldo is an interesting country. Dare to create a country in a difficult place to protect. How big are you going to make this country?
Magius looks at me.
Apparently, this old man knows my intentions.
"Exactly. I dared to build a big country on the ground."
In this world, there are many things that countries, or cities, have to take into account when they are created.
One of them is defense.
In this world of monsters, the best defense is on the hills.
Of course, there is no convenient way to find a hill where a certain number of people can live.
As a result, people choose land that is as defensive as possible to create a country.
Make up for the missing parts by thickening the walls.
However, defense-friendly countries tend to be less accessible and have a limited number of people to live in.
As a result, it becomes difficult to develop the country.
But we're strong. Even in defenseless lands, you can fight monsters.
That's why I built my country on a land with good transportation.
"Quite stubborn. The missing parts will be compensated by the power of the brave lord. There is only one thing that is said to bring about the dawn of gold. A trick only the brave ones can do. I'm glad you came to see me. I wonder if this is going well for the country."
Magius laughs.
Whoever brings the dawn of gold is one of Raj's honors.
In mythology, until the demon king releases the monster to the world, the world is human, and the era is called the Golden Age.
Reggie is seen as the savior of man, creating the Golden Age again.
But I couldn't laugh together.
"No, that's not true. In fact, I recently tried to cultivate a part of the wetland to make it a farmland, but it seems to have bought the lizard's wrath."
This is the land that Eldo acquired by exterminating Peruda, the beast that ruled the land.
And there were wetlands near the land that Peru controlled.
We decided to dredge the wetlands for agricultural use.
However, it bought the wrath of the Lizard Man (Lizardman) living in Bandor.
The wetlands were sacred to the scaled lizards (Lizardman) who lived here.
I thought it was okay because it was a small part, but I was sweet about the Lizard Man's feelings about the wetlands.
"I see. I think I ran into a common problem."
"Yes, embarrassed."
Intellectual creatures in this world are not just human beings.
And many intelligent creatures are different from humans in ecology.
When humans try to turn into habitable environments, they get in the way.
For example, if we cut through a forest to make cultivated land, those who live in the forest become enemies.
Those who live in the wetlands become enemies when they try to dry them up.
Humans call them monsters by their totality.
We used to call ourselves monsters, but we decided to change our mind a little.
"But there's nothing I can do about it. The lizards around here (Lizardman) must be worshipping Azimid the Blue Dragon. Azimid and his dragon man (Dragon Newt) may come out if they succeed. Spreading the war could kill a lot of people....."
Magius frowned.
The lizard (Lizardman) here may offer his sacrifice and ask for the help of the pale dragon Azimid.
Azimid is an ancient dragon that has lived for many years and is close to the king of scaly sea dragons.
We can beat Azimid. However, when the Dragon King (Dragon Road) emerges, it may be difficult to fight.
And the Dragon Man (Dragon Newt), the upper lizard man, is stronger than man.
If Azimid or Dragon Man (Dragon Newt) comes out, there is a lot of potential damage.
"Yes, it is possible. At this rate, we don't know when the golden dawn will be."
Well, that's tough.
That's how Magius nods and touches his beard.
"Sometimes, Master Magius, I need to ask you one question. May I ask you something?"
I change the subject a little.
"Well, what is it? If I can answer the question, I will."
"Thank you, Master Magius. Let me ask you something. Was there really a golden age in mythology?
That said, Magius' eyes opened wide and he looked at me.
"Why do you think so? Lord Chiyuki? If Lord Audis's priest had listened, he might have been in trouble."
Magius says worried.
Exactly. If the mythical Audis priest hears about it, he may come looking for the witch hunter.
But I really wanted to ask.
"I've been wondering lately. There are too many ridiculous places to say that the earth was human before the Demon King unleashed the monster. I don't think humans built the Golden Age in the past."
In the first place, it is funny to say that the Demon King released the monster.
Lizardman, for example.
The priest of Audis says the monster also includes the Lizard Man.
However, the Lizardman does not worship the Devil.
Lizard Man worships dragons.
It would be ridiculous if the Demon King had unleashed a monster.
I also checked the literature and found that the Lizardman had lived here since before the arrival of humans.
But that makes the golden age of mankind ridiculous.
Weren't humans supposed to have dominated the earth?
There was no sign of human domination in the first place.
It does not appear that the ruins of the time when humans ruled the world were destroyed.
Sometimes I thought it was funny.
It became even stronger when I went to the gypsies.
It seems that the Beastman of the land also lived there before humans.
I will explain the matter to Magius.
"I see... It certainly isn't."
Magius nods well.
I tilt my neck.
Even if he were called the Great Sage. Didn't you realize I was wondering?
"Didn't Master Magius wonder?
Magius shakes his head when I say so.
"I wonder if it wasn't the Golden Age. In the first place, the myth has spread over the last 400 years. Before that, there was no golden age myth in particular. Lord Chiyuki."
"What?!
I hear a very strange voice of surprise.
Magius cares about me like that.
"I don't know who said it first. However, it is certain that it is not the Order of Audis or the Order of Reina. But it's convenient. It is not funny if a great priest officially certifies it. As a result, not everyone believes the myth."
It is a surprising fact.
I hear the Great Sage Magius has been alive for over 800 years. And the founder of the sorcerers' association.
It's not strange to know something that happened 400 years ago.
But I didn't know that there was no golden age myth 400 years ago.
And if the churches did not flush, perhaps the gods, such as Lena, did not.
In the first place, I didn't hear about the Golden Age from Lena.
"Really... Doesn't Master Magius tell the truth?
"Tell me, what do we do? Lord Chiyuki? Nobody would be happy to do that."
Magius looks straight at me while touching his beard.
Surely no one will be pleased.
There was no golden age in the first place, and humans came later. I wonder what happened when I said that.
Even if the monster asked me to live away from it because I came from behind, there was no way I could do that.
"That's...."
Stuck in words.
"I won't say anything bad. Hero is fighting to regain the Golden Age. Isn't that good? Those who are in the land say," Praise be to the brave. "
Magius' words are pierced.
In the first place, it was founded by defeating the beast Peruda.
That is why many people are delighted with Eldo's founding. He said he took back our land.
We were not all the same when it came to people's praise.
But now I don't like it.
It was then.
The door of the reception room is knocked.
"Dear Chiyuki! It's a dragon! A blue dragon is heading here! Lady Reggie wants you here as soon as possible!
This voice is the maid of Kaya's men.
And apparently, it was a big deal.
The pale dragon may have been Azimid.
"Ok! I'm coming! Master Magius. Looks like we have an emergency. Excuse me, may I leave your seat?
"I don't mind, Mr. Chiyuki. Looks like Azimid attacked us. I think it would be better not to kill him. But, my brave lord.
I know what Magius is trying to say.
If you fail, you will fight the Dragon King. I want to avoid that.
"I know. Master Magius, we just have to get rid of him."
That's why I'm leaving the reception room.
I have a lot to think about.
But I didn't seem to have time to think about it.