World Strongest Rearguard – Labyrinth Country and Dungeon Seekers

The third day I came to District Five.

While preparing for the morning in the dormitory, Maria from Forest Diner came along with her assistant to prepare breakfast.

Sandwiches and hors d 'oeuvres for everyone. Then came a consomme soup that was reheated in the kitchen, but it tasted just as good as the Yakuzen Soup of the "Cool Skyscraper Dining Room".

"Thank you for cooking here...."

"Eating something warm in the morning is important."

"This is the fruit found in the island of fantasy."

When Madoka shows her the fruit in the box, Maria checks the number and gives her a signed note.

"Now, one 'walnut of power', two 'apples of wisdom' and one 'grape of agility'. Sure, I'll keep it."

Thank you very much.

"I think I can finish cooking in one day and deliver it at night. Bye."

That's what Maria said and walked out in gratitude. Madoka looked nervous, but retrieved the license from the bag as she remembered something.

"Oniisan Alicht, it's about a new skill...."

Well, you're up two levels.

"Yes, may I have a look?

◆ Madoka's Mastery ◆

Skill Level 2

Custom carrier: Increase the speed when connecting the wagon to a power source such as a horse. In addition, a special attack "Fire Bull" can be used when the wagon is equipped with a specific weapon. Required Skill: Vehicle Mastery 1

Safety Ride: Friends on the wagon are less likely to be targeted. The vehicle itself absorbs attacks against passengers. The effect is gradually reduced against the same monster. Required Skill: Vehicle Mastery 1

Locating: Placing a "landmark" on a specific location will prevent others from approaching it. Unlocked when a landmark is destroyed by Indirect Attacks.

Appraisal technique 2: Appraise unidentified tools. The risk of failure of the appraisal is slightly reduced. Required skills: Appraisal technique 1

Price negotiation 2: To the extent that the requirements of the other party are met, it is possible to buy and sell at the optimal price. Skills Required: Price Negotiation 1

Merchant style: The attractiveness increases, which is important when talking as a merchant.

Skill Level 1

Vehicle skill 1: Increase the speed of moving with the vehicle.

Night raid alert: Detect the night raid in advance and communicate it to all parties.

Maintenance: You can see the warning signs when the equipment breaks down, and if you have the necessary tools, you can perform emergency repairs.

Remaining Skill Points 8

"I think you should keep" Appraisal Technique 2 ". As for" Price Negotiation 2 ", I wonder if it would be better if there was a very big shopping... I don't know if it would be effective if I didn't try it..."

"Oh, don't be nervous. I think Madoka is right, but I wonder how much the" price negotiation 1 "benefits."

"Previous deals have kept prices so low."

Items purchased through Madoka are 10% cheaper, and when they are purchased they are 10% higher - if you look at gold coins, there is a deficit of about 2,000 pieces.

"I'd like to take it if I can afford it... but there are more skills related to the handling of" trucks "than I thought in the" merchant "profession."

"Ha, yes... maybe if I combine this, I can fight too..."

"If we can keep it safe, I think that's the point. But basically, we fight."

"If you build me a truck, I'll load you up with weapons... I think we should have this Custom Career and Safety Ride when we use that weapon."

Madoka is thinking about participating in the "Monkey King" crusade and equipping the wagon with "Queenstail" to be used as a trump card.

"If you try to take them all, you'll need 5 points, including Essential Masteries. It's a pretty big choice."

"Yes, but... when I saw this skill, I thought... Anyone who comes to the Labyrinth can get the power to fight together... no, it's not me, it's my skill in how to use the wagon..."

I see. Because I'm a "merchant," I don't necessarily specialize in skills other than combat. "

"Yes... what is it... even if you let me fight from time to time, won't you pull my leg?"

"Oh, the point is, you don't have to stand on the opponent's side. I think I can use Madoka's help if I'm well prepared to do that."

Little combat skills and physical abilities are close to those of an age-appropriate girl - in such cases, depending on the equipment, you may be able to gain high combat power, but there are many possibilities for a "truck" even if you can't do it.

"... I'm definitely not scared. I want skills to fight....."

Thank you, Madoka.

Madoka acquires four skills: Appraisal Technique 2, Vehicle Proficiency 1, Custom Carrier, and Safety Ride. I also thought about swinging the remaining skill points to "Maintenance", but decided to put it on hold.

"The truck is due to be finished tomorrow, so I'll open the box today."

"Okay, I'll get in touch with Mr. Pharma."

Madoka goes to see Mr. Pharma, who is staying in a separate room in the dorm.

"... can I accompany you today?

Melissa spent the night with her parents and children, but in the morning Ferris returned to her party and Rykerton dismantled the Worshipper of the Water Snake.

"This time, let Theon and Madoka rest and replace you with Melissa. Are you ready?"

"Anytime. I took care of the tools."

Melissa licks her lips as she meets her mom and tells her that she's full of energy.

There is a risk that the black box may become a 'part' battle as soon as it is opened. We had a meeting before breakfast to discuss whether we should open the box before fighting the Monkey Marquis.

"Rear, we're ready."

"You're really nervous when you open the box. The thrill is getting sick."

"Misaki, I don't know what's going to happen, so I need to be prepared...."

Gear up and everyone comes out - Telesia looked a little different last night, but she had an appetite in the morning and still looks the same as usual.

"Thank you again today, Telesia. Shall we go?"

Telegia nods and walks with Petapeta. Her armor, Hyde and Seek, was repaired and delivered by Steiners.

…………

As I approached, Telesia grabbed the bottom of the suit. Everyone didn't say anything when they realized it. I went to the lobby of the dormitory to keep pace with Telesia.

◆ ◇ ◆

Rendezvous with Pharma and use the transfer door facility near the dormitory to move to the box room.

It's still a strange place - the ceilings are too high to see, dim to see far away, but the walls are far away. The view of a vast space with only doors is still fantastic.

"Would you like to open a red box or a black box?

Well, can I use the red box, please?

"I understand. Now, let's find out if there's a trap, so please step back a bit."

◆ Current situation ◆

"Pharma" activates "Familiar 3"

"Red Box" Trap Appraisal Success Trap: Transfer Seal Trap Level 3

"Pharma" activates "Fingertip 4" "Red Box" trap successfully unlocked

"Nh... I've removed the trap, so there's a 'trap cube' coming out. This is a" metastasis seal "trap, do you have it?

"This is a trap that makes the Scroll of Return unusable. It's a dangerous trap that could ruin the party, so I don't have a good impression of it...."

I see. It's not that bulky, so I'll take it with me. "

◆ Opening the box ◆

Red Box: Obtained from " Water Snake Worshipper"

Scale of water snake × 3

- Silver necklace?

-Thin 'clear cloth cuts?

· Gold coins × 320 sheets

Silver coins × 188 sheets

Copper coins × 52 sheets

· Kingdom old white coins × 12

Collect the trap cube and verify that it comes out of the red box. There were several pieces of armor and hundreds of coins, such as gold, mixed with unfamiliar old coins.

"This is the" white coin "from the ancient kingdom. It can't be used as currency as it is, but it has a high value in antique merchandise. Is one white coin worth about 50 gold coins?"

"It feels like a coin with a premium. Oniichan, can I have it?

"It sounds like a gambler. I hope you have some."

"Wow, oniichan's ink! Misaki is a witch, isn't she?

"When it comes to money, it's to thank God. If I deliver it to Ariadne-sama, it will please me."

"It doesn't just mean money, it means something to me."

You can hear Ariadne's voice - in that case, offering a sacrifice to Ariadne in the sanctuary will increase your faith.

"Oniiisan Alicht, can I see what you found?

"Oh, please."

"Madoka-chan, you've acquired" Appraisal Technique 2 "... amazing"

"Yes, yes. Thank you for selling the appraisal scroll so far...!

"No, thank you."

Madoka thanked Pharma before approaching the ornament buried in the gold coin. Touching it before the appraisal could have caused the Mastery to activate at a distance.

The first appraisal was "Silver Necklace". It has red gemstones, but they are smaller than Magic Stones - part of the ornament?

◆ Breathinghamen ◆

Reduces the damage taken from "Protective: Subhuman" humanoid monsters.

"Speed" rises.

When being attacked by a Flame Attribute, a low chance to activate 'Heat Protection'. It is damaged when activated and cannot be used unless repaired.

Only female swordsmen can be equipped.

"This is... a useful equipment when fighting Monkey Houses."

From the profession that can be equipped, it can be said that it is exclusively for the elite. It is the neck that does not activate "Protection from Burning" for sure, but it will be positive if only other abilities are applied.

"I... I don't think I can use it as it is, but what is it? Beautiful fabric....."

The other one is a smooth cloth - you shouldn't touch it until you've appraised it, but it's a texture that you can see that Mr. Fifty Arashi would like to touch.

Heavenly maiden feathers

Consumes magic and reduces damage from attacks from enemies.

The magic consumed when using Mastery is reduced.

"All-attribute reduction 1" is granted.

"Dodge" greatly improves.

You can use the "Flying Sky Drive" skill.

There are restrictions on what can be equipped at the same time.

It can be equipped when certain conditions are met.

Damaged and unable to perform.

"Wings... are you wearing this? It looks like it's torn, so we need to fix it."

"Oniichan, with such a real face... you're pretty sketchy and dangerous equipment. If that's what you're interested in, just tell me."

"Misaki, don't tear it up. I wonder if" flying sky driver "can fly..."

"It's possible to fly with the help of the Harpies, but if it's possible to fly individually, it's likely to be useful if it can be repaired."

As Serafina says, flying in the air can be a big advantage in some cases. However, special materials and techniques are likely to be required to repair it.

Once you know there's no danger, try touching it to see how clear it is - you can't see the other side, but it's really close. Even if it can be repaired, it will take courage to equip it.

The Scale of the Water Snake is like a material used for armor, so I'll talk to Celeste and the others later - and finally the Black Box.

"Where can I open it, Atobe-sama?

"That's right. Now, if you've found something new, please."

"Yes, sir. Now let's get started....."

When Pharma reaches for the black box, a cube-shaped maze unfolds in the air.

"This time it's pretty tough... but I'll show you the way... to the exit..."

Passing magic through the maze - unlocking was progressing smoothly, on the way.

The three-dimensional maze emits light. The next moment, the maze's structure changes from what we've seen before - as if the Rubik's Cube were spinning.

"... something's wrong...!

"The maze is moving... behind me...!

The shape of the maze changes dramatically before we see it. It's like someone's will is working.

― ― ― Metastasis by traps. Without a trap cube, they are trying to pull into the "lost labyrinth" unique to the artifact. "

(Eh... are you talking about the mysterious' parts'...!?

"No... only Atobe-sama will definitely... by the way...!

Pharma tries to keep up with the changing maze - but the magic is slowly pushing her to the end of the maze.

"That we are qualified to acquire new parts. It's called" The Next Site. "

"Ah... Mr. Pharma, we're fine! Don't worry, I'll be back...!

"--Atobe-sama...!

Pharma's voice - A stop is made in the maze, and Pharma's magic enters the trail and loses her destination.

"......!

Someone runs. Telesia, who was standing a little farther away, rushed towards me.

When I catch Telesia, my eyes are dyed white. I hear the voices of my companions - it's okay, even in unforeseen circumstances, we've been cut through.

"I'm getting closer... when I encounter other 'mysteries'. With me... I challenge you..."

(It's okay. Whatever happens... we'll make sure...!

Respond to Ariadne's words of remorse. Instead of a "black box" trap, we are called upon by the will of the "armament" to sleep in it.

Recall the battle against Mura Spider, Alfecca - even if stronger than them, getting it will always be an important step for the party and for Ariadne.

The next time your vision returns, your people will be safe. And to overcome the challenge ahead - now, while praying, I continued to endure the intense shaking of consciousness that accompanied the transition.