Sword of the Philosopher

"As I said earlier, there are about fifty members of this organization. Nevertheless, there is no need to address all of that. It is a prerequisite to stand around and not reveal ourselves, but I think we should only target the top members of the organization. The question is, if you're in the top position, is it likely that you have the equipment that comes from the Star God, including the leader Nova?"

"That's right... no, it's not because of the Star God, it's a weapon that uses the technology of the Star God. I have something I studied in ancient times....."

"How likely are you to acquire equipment by imitating technology?

"I don't know what to say at the moment... but if you're doing something like that, there's no surprise in the rumors."

There will be limits to studying secretly. Because the organization survives for 30 years, there is a possibility that it has information.

"In light of the various measures taken against Prince Livina, I think it is highly likely that he has core information about the Star God, including the existence of the Spirit Whisper... well, if this story is based on the assumption that he is interacting with the Star God, it's useless to think about it."

"Even if it were, I don't think I have the information."

"Is there a basis?

"Situational evidence, but... if you've received detailed information directly from the Stargods, there's no longer any need for the measures that the princes have taken at that time."

That's true. Even if you don't make connections with princes, you just have to do it with the organization. Then we can take it to the resurrection of the Star God without revealing it.

"But they prepared and executed a plan. With that in mind, it is believed that even though they are in contact with the star gods themselves, they remain in a state of advising."

"Advice... in other words, how do I put the Star God on Earth?"

"Yes"

Well, I suppose that's a good guess.

"In the past, I saw images of the arrival of the star gods in ancient times, but it is true that the star gods were helping the world collapse. However, telling information directly is....."

"Instead, it's a stance to pass on the minimum information and leave it behind."

"Yes, I think that's close to the right answer."

... why does the Star God keep interfering so much? I doubt it, but human common sense doesn't apply. There may be some kind of constraint or rule.

"In the meantime, it's unlikely that you have all the information from one to ten... so you can assume that you're not exposing us right now. I don't know if the star gods are aware of this trend, but considering that they only act passively, they don't ask the star gods questions like that because the organization doesn't recognize the existence of us."

If the humans on the side of the organization had mentioned the presence of hostile forces to the Stargods, they might have found out about us... but they think things are going as planned right now. Then you'll think there's no such thing as a distraction like us.

"It's a situation where speculation is overlapping... well, that's a good way to interpret it, considering where the enemy is coming from."

That's right.

"So, even if you have the technology of Star God as a combat force, it's not the level you can compete against us... do you think Sofia?

"I can't be alarmed, but that's what I think."

The enemy is planning steadily to descend on us, researching to defeat the Stargods thoroughly... but not all of them are using combat specific technology. That may be advantageous for us.

"I hope our technology works... but I'm not worried."

I'm proud to have been making preparations so far.

"Now, let's move on to the next story... about how to move forward. I've been talking about it a lot."

"We have to proceed with the investigation as much as we can and decide what to do."

"I guess that's it after all...."

The royal side, including Princess Emena, did a lot of research, but that's the limit. So we're going to do it now.

"Simply gathering information can help your enemies find you. I would be more vigilant than an organization involved with the Star God. It's risky to infiltrate the organization."

"But that's the best way to get the raw information."

"Is Sofia motivated?

"At least we need to stand aside so that our presence is not revealed. The conditions for those who infiltrate, including who will do it, will be tough."

... Sophia and I are more likely to have a broken face, so we can't. Someone from the crew who came aboard the ship... then perhaps it will be fine.

Of course, there are risks involved in infiltration... and the personnel must have some information about the technology of the Star God. Otherwise, you simply have to join as a warrior. So, Kati and other researchers are desirable... but I also want to take measures against the star gods. Besides,

"In the first place, organizations act together when they discover a ruin. As long as we know where our enemies are, it's unlikely that we'll just end up belonging to them."

"If that happens, you'll only risk it."

"Absolutely. I just run the risk of exposing ourselves without any information... I don't want to be unfolding. You need to be prepared to infiltrate."

Of course, we definitely don't have enough time to prepare for it... but here we are, the biggest obstacle to time. By the time the gods of the stars arrived, how much could they do... and now I'm starting to feel a lot more pain.

"... do you want to talk to your friends?

"I heard a lot of things before this conversation, but you all had similar opinions."

"It's because there's no answer..."

When I said that, I came up with the idea... that there was a risk, but the return would be enough. A strong hand.

That's why I asked Sofia.