"The Labyrinth enters and dominates the hearts of men"
—— Yes, the material handed to me by the Adventurers Guild said it. Apparently, the labyrinth, each named after an emotion, has an effect on "dominating" that emotion.
And as we enter the empire, the handed GPS bracelet confirms the wearer's emotions. If that bracelet glows red, it seems to be "beware". Because it seems to be a step ahead of you when your emotions are rampant and your spirit is broken.
The way that emotion is governed varies from labyrinth to labyrinth. What the trap activates, what it's affecting when you notice it, where you can't get through without forcing that emotion... Various.
"But it's beautiful, here..."
My first impression was that it was surprisingly wide and neat. I can tell the walls are sturdy and cemented, with passageways so slightly bright that there's no problem with three or four people lining up —— it's also a hallmark of a "dungeon". When I checked with [Mori Luo Wan], I found that a slight amount of magic circulated.
However, the brightness is not very good enough, and the magic guide lamp remains on.
(--That said, it was as bright as it was when I was at the "Rokuten Mine". It doesn't bother me now that I have a gift [night's eye]... but you thought "this is what it's like" then)
Dark, when I decided to complain, Lark said, "It's like this." He was 13 years old and a lot of objectivity, Lark said.
"Mr. Muge. When did Labyrinth Tactics get in?
"I think it was five days or so."
I could hear Mr. Mimino and Mr. Muge talking, but my [hearing enhancement] captured a different sound in my performant ear -- the sound of the air flowing.
"--Mr. Dantes, there's a big place ahead"
"Hmm. Then let's get ahead of ourselves with me and Reggie and Jelly. Miminos, follow me slowly."
Back Attack won't have to be on guard because it's right in the entrance.
Proceeding about 50 meters, it was a pompous open place there. It is a slope that slowly descends, with a huge line of stone statues with things like swords, shields and canes on the left and right.
The stone statue was trying to trick us.
"... you look like nothing. What do you say?"
"Yes, you don't"
"Yeah, yeah. Nothing."
Is it just a mess? But...
"... nothing, but I smell blood."
"Right. Maybe there's a trap. Be careful."
The Miminos came from behind, too, so we rendezvous and move on. But contrary to the plan, there was nothing here —— and when I realized that the vast space was over, it became a closed passage again.
It became the same passage as the first, but the path seemed to go down as it slowly bent. Along the way, we encountered several branches. I proceeded, checking one by one, but some places were like altars, just nothing was left there —— I guess the predecessors recovered it.
three hours to move on. I just took one break, so I thought it was time for the next break,
"-- You can hear people talking from up ahead"
"Hmm, other adventurers, or the Labyrinth Tactics Division"
Competitors, but not enemies. So I can also say that "having people" is, on the contrary, proof of "safety".
Eventually we came to the hall of the giant cube.
Anyway, it's huge. I wonder if there's about 100 meters on one side of this hall.
"Ooh..."
The road is straight, leading to the opposite exit, with a burning fire on the left and right. The center was on a circular stage and I could see about 10 people there.
There is no ground on the other side of the candlestick, and the darkness at the bottom is spreading. I felt the wind blowing up.
"Am I right? Are there adventurers besides us?"
What an unlucky thing to be there was a line led by Leon of the "Golden Brigade".
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Mr. Dantes and Leon have been hanging out for a while.
"I'm sorry about what happened here."
"Wow."
Same as the other day, a slender woman in the hood said and Leon pulled back.
To the edge of the circular stage they headed, so we went and sat on the other side.
When I thought there were a lot of people over there, there was a merchant who apparently hired the "Golden Brigade". The merchant was wearing nasty shiny clothes and was riding a forklift-like vehicle that seemed to be running on a magic guide engine.
The merchant brought two of the same refs here —— to Mr. Muge.
"Come on. Isn't that the 'Omboro Chamber of Commerce'? You can't, if a poor chamber of commerce like you comes into the labyrinth"
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I was sitting and resting, and when Mr. Dantes and I tried to get up, Mr. Muge said, "You two sit down, please".
"The labyrinth would be open to everyone, wouldn't it? Anyway, I don't have the muscles to be told."
"It's busy...... This labyrinth is the lifeline of our empire, right? That means it's annoying when someone like you comes along that leads to 'outside'. Don't you get it? Everyone thinks you're out of the way."
"That 's--"
"--You can't live without importing groceries from the outside. What are you talking about, this creepy dressed ref?"
"Mr. Reggie!?"
You didn't think I'd pinch your mouth, Mr. Muge. The Golden Fu merchant I've been talking to was pompous, but as soon as I let my eyes run bloody,
"Ko, Ko, Ko's kid ~... now what--"
"I'll tell you as many times as I can. This may be the heart of the world's magic guidance industry, but on the contrary, that's all. It's not suitable for farming, and livestock is not thriving. Without what you call" outside, "it wouldn't be possible. Take the risk of all sorts of products from" outside "—— even the material of the clothes you wear comes from" outside ". Thank you, Mr. Muge, for carrying it. You won't have the strength to complain."
"Imports and exports have magic guided airships! I'm not gonna ask the Chamber of Commerce for this kind of onboro steam engine!
"Then you won't have to talk to me from the start, and you won't have to say anything about your connection to 'outside'."
"What the hell is this disrespectful kid!
"Stay, sort of, calm down"
On the contrary, Mr. Muge is in the middle of nowhere.
"So is Mr. Muge. I have to say it right when I have to. Isn't your job something to be proud of?"
"... proud, work"
When Mr. Muge is losing his word after he says he's pompous,
"Boy, you can talk in your spare time, but be that as it may"
Mr. Zelly stood up looking behind the labyrinth.
"--Something's coming."
Both me and Mr. Dantes stood up like they had been played, and beyond, the "Golden Brigade" stood up simultaneously, and Leon screamed.
"Hey employer! Get over here now! Something's coming from the back!!"
"Hi-ha, hi-ha"
The golden giant appeared with so much noise from across the aisle as the unfavourable merchants ran.
Instead of both legs there are two wheels about 2 meters in diameter, well balanced and supporting the upper body.
There are four arms, all of which are pointed like spears.
There was no head, three treasure balls embedded in the center of the torso drawing a triangle —— it felt like the treasure balls had stumbled upon us.
"-- Intruder, discovery --"
Mechanical audio echoed.
Automatic Doll (Automaton).
The giant spun the wheel out as it turned forward.
If you do, the wheels bite the ground and scatter a spark.
"Mimino, Non, you two are evacuated with Mr. Muge"
"Okay, baby."
"Yes."
Reggie, Jerry, we're gonna drop you downstairs.
I see, although the cauldron is positioned in a flash somewhat like a protective wall, if such a big one penetrates, it will fall quickly.
"Copy that —— but if it does, I'll fold about one of your arms."
Loot. Loot.
"Don't be impotent."
"That's right, boy. Ah, you're rooting for me!
Mr. Zelly swore to his heart that he would simmer later.
"Coming!
Looks like the Golden Brigade as well as this one is ready. With Leon in the lead, the Hood woman is evacuating her employer Lev.
Automatons popped up in the centre--.
"-- Fear Seyo --"
Shortly afterwards, I was dominated by a desire to crawl to the ground and all my bracelets emitted red light.