World Strongest Rearguard – Labyrinth Country and Dungeon Seekers

Enter the "Burning Sky Red Building" and walk through the leafy trees. Looking up at the sky, it is dyed in orange - in the fall of Japan, can you see such a sight at dusk? The height of the trees is completely different in scale.

There was no sign of a monster, but according to Nayuta-san, it didn't come out at all, but lived on the sidewalk.

"This... I've thought about it before, but it's similar to a torii gate."

"That's right... I wonder if it's a coincidence." It's not made for the same purpose as a torii gate. "

Columns of red painted metal rows. As you pass through this room, you will be transferred into the second layer.

As soon as you walk a little, your vision opens up, and the first thing you see is a big river - and there are forts to the west and east.

However, what was very different from before was that there was a "central fort".

"The new fortress... you built it in such a short time...?"

"I don't know if this was the kind of fort that Monkey Marquis was after..." Looks like the structure won't let you attack that central fort easily. "

If we cross the river and don't go through the open space, we won't be able to put it on the walls of the central fort.

“Now, let's take another look at the terrain. Other parts of the planet may also be changing.”

"Please, Mr. Adeline."

Mr. Adeline turns the bow gun handle - and then turns to the sky.

"It's an arrow with my magic power." Gain a moment of life and become an obedient demon...! "

◆Current Situation◆

"Adeline" activates "Arrow Familia" and generates 1 "Usage Arrow"

Adeline activates Search Arrow and launches Arrow of Users

"You can see the terrain in the license. But there is a range where your vision is blocked."

The forts to the west and east are made of simple wooden walls. The gate was also made of wood, which was a trick to open it.

But the gate isn't closed right now. There is no entrance to the central fort, but there is a gate if you take a big detour and turn back -- but it's a cliff, so it's not a good idea to enter from here. If you use a flying method, it's too risky to be intercepted in the air, and the whole party can't get into the fort.

"The fact that the gate isn't closed... means I'm inviting you." Or perhaps, considering the strength, there's not much point in closing the gate..... "

"Rather... look at the east-west fort, in front of the gate behind it."

"... there are two [Ape Marquis]...!"

Inadvertently doubting my eyes - there was already a monster that was so powerful.

…………

"... Theresia?"

"Perhaps Theresia can tell the difference between the monsters under the [curse]..."

If Ceres is right, how does Theresia see these two [Ape Marquis]?

― ― Teresia shook her head slowly.

"Ali Hito, [Ape Man] has the ability to create [Shadow Warrior]." If these two are to follow Theresia's sense, then neither of them is the main body of [Ape Marquis]. On the other hand, I think it's named "Prison Guard's Demon Ape". "

What did Elletia see when she first infiltrated - the Shadow Warrior?

"It's hard to think of two people with the same name at the same time. It's said that if you defeat it, the same name will appear again in time...... then......"

"There are two [Ape Marquis] subordinates named after them." Or maybe someone else has become a [Shadow Warrior]. The two of them guard the gate leading to the central fort. "

If Serafina is right, how the Ape Marquis moves while engaging either side - if survival is paramount, it can move while the Shadow Warrior is fighting.

Ali, will you show it to me?

"Ah... hah, yes, I'm sorry. We should all share the information.”

Adaline, can you share the map?

Okay, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to bother you.

Send terrain information to everyone that Adaline is part of the operation. Evelyn and Viola also take out their licenses - they look different in color and material than ours.

"It is obvious that one of these is not the main body because we are making two [Shadow Warriors], but we do not know what will happen in the labyrinth... From this psychology, it is difficult for a first-time explorer to determine whether one of them is a fake even if he can grasp the terrain in advance. Once the ant humans encounter the [Ape Marquis], they don't have to take the other person's measures."

"It was Ellytia who saw the [Shadow Warrior]." If I didn't know that, I could have been in trouble all at once..... "

"It doesn't matter that I did something reckless... but I'm glad the information on the [Shadow Warrior] was useful." I'll also tell you about the Explorer being manipulated by the Monkey Lord. ”

The three Seekers with the monkey face on them, and Luuli, who was recovering on the side of the Monkey Lord.

Not only that, but the other party that Elitia witnessed - the four of men. Gulf and Kazan are attracted to their enemies, and the other two are disabled.

Perhaps the four of them were subordinated to the Ape Marquis.

"[Dancer], [Martial Artist], [Terraformer], [Healer]... was it just these four people and the four men at the party, Master Eletia?"

"Yes, what I saw... do you know anything, Mr. Yvril?"

"... some parties that have challenged and defeated Monkey Marquis in the past are looking for me." The woman from "The Puppeteer"

Not only Yvril, but also Viola, looks to us like she's showing some kind of will. The two most important people - that is to say, they want to get their loved ones back, just like Elitia.

"Even if I could make sure she was alive, I couldn't conquer the fortress of the 'Monkey Marquis'." Before me, the Ape Marquis didn't even appear... on the contrary, the fort we saw as the enemy's base was a fake for camouflage. ”

Evelyn pointed to a building in front of the river that was not in the same position as the Monkey Marquis's fort.

"Something like this..."

“This wall of forts was probably built on a trial basis. The walls of this fort in the center resemble each other.”

You mean you built a small fort and then turned it into something bigger?

Behavior as if building a castle in a territory - "Ape Marquis" has remodeled this hierarchy as its own territory on a street called "Demon King".

If Lord Yvril is right, I think we can escape to the main body while we fight these two shadow warriors.

"Or do you want me to set something up... what I need now is to definitely crush the [Ape Marquis] body." In order to do that, we have to surprise the [Ape Marquis] and disperse the enemy's fighting power. "

"Dispersion... is that right?" Currently, there are 17 members, excluding the supporters. If possible, it would be a good idea to have Adeline stand by with her supporters so that she can understand a wide range of situations. ”

Roger that. I will use the "Arrow of the Demon" to understand the surrounding situation and share it with everyone. "

"Is that a standby group just like us?" Thank you, Adeline. "

"Y-Yes...! It's an honor to meet the [Emerald People] here!"

"It's not such a big deal... but it's not very fantastic."

Ceres reappears in his triangular hat and rejoins Madoka's wagon.

Ali Hito, we found a good target for the trial fire of [Queen's Tail].

"... Ceres-san, is that the ruins of this fort?"

"Hmm. The Fortress of the Ape Marquis hasn't shown any reaction when we get here." At this place, which is the tip of his garden, we gradually prepare to attack the fortress... isn't that pleasant? "

Mr. Ceres smiles unbeatably. Hoslow and Cuzerca also showed interest, but when they nodded at us, they stared at the fort.

"We'll keep an eye on this place, Lord Atobe."

“Thank you, guys, just a moment.”

Speaking to my people, I travelled with Madoka and Ceres to the fort trail shown on the map.

◆◇◆

I can't hear the sound of the river. There was a large wasteland in the woods, and there was a stone wall that was almost prototyped.

Monkey Lord burned down a part of the forest and tried to build a fort here. Or did something similar originate here? - Either way, it resembles the stone wall that builds the "Central Fort", as Ceres-san said.

"Well... Ali, let's use my magic power to shoot this time." Madoka, are you ready? "

"Yes, at any time..."

"... [Queen's Tail]... start filling magic power...!"

Celeste's magic power was connected to the [Remaining Light of the Queen's Scorpion], and it was poured through two metal bars - the consumption was quite large, but she only had one magic power to cover the magic power needed to fire.

"With this, the output is 80%... if you shoot at 100%, it will take time to cool down." Well then, let's go...! "

Yes!

Please, Ceres-san!

"--Fire!"

The [Remaining Light of the Queen Scorpion] was pulsating - and with [Nine Tails] as the barrel, a dazzling meteor-like light first ran upward, and after a moment's rest, it flew toward the stone wall, drawing an organic curve.

◆Current Situation◆

"Ceres" uses "Queen's Tail"Terrain: Castle Wall Destroyed

Nine bundles of extremely thick light pierced through the stone wall - the wall that was not easily collapsed collapsed, and it was destroyed over a wide area.

The ground where the eaves were taken is an oval-shaped crater. Both Madca and I were surprised that Ceres-san, who fired, was speechless.

◆Current Situation◆

500 seconds to start cooling and re-firing of "Queen's Tail"

Smoke rising from the hot barrel - touching it would have done the burn. However, in order to cool it down in 500 seconds, it seems that a cooling mechanism using magic stones is incorporated by Ceres and Steiner's hands.

"... ah, um... if this is such an amazing thing, then you can't defeat the monster with just this much..."

"This weapon has a special effect on buildings. Of course, it was very powerful against monsters, but it would be brittle when using evasive skills. If you're going to use it as a trump card against the" Monkey Marquis ", you'll need to devise a way to hit it."

"That's right... but if you can break this wall, you can surprise the [Monkey Marquis]."

Ceres said nothing and slapped Madoka on the shoulder. Madoka began to move the wagon to where everyone was.

I've never even thought of a way to attack a fort. However, from the information obtained, there is a plan in my mind. We need to hear the opinions of our colleagues and see if they deserve it - but how they get it.

◆◇◆

First, divide the members into three teams. The criterion is that it is easy to demonstrate strength in pairs, and after that, considering the overall balance, it became such an organization.

◆The First Party◆

1: Cuzerca, Level 13, High Fencer.

2: Nayuta Level 12 Scout

3: Kyouka, Level 8, Valkyrie.

4: Theon Level 8 Guard Hound

5: Misaki Level 7 Gambler

6: Suzuna level 7 shrine maiden

◆Second Party◆

1: Hothrow Level 13 Gladiator

2: Felicia Level 12 Catfighter

3: Melissa, level 8 demolitionist.

4: Evelyn, level 12, professional secrecy.

5: Viola, level 12, professional secrecy.

◆Third Party◆

1: Ali human level 8 * αΩ λ

2: Erie Tier Level 11 Flores Knight

Serafina Level 12 Mobile Infantry

4: Theresia Level 8 Rogue

5: Madoka level 5 merchant

Waiting Member 1: Celestial Rune Maker Level 5

Waiting Member 2: Kiara Blacksmith Level 4

Waiting Member 3: Luca Taylor Level 7

Standby Member 4: Adeline Hunter Level 8

There were a few professions I saw for the first time, but there was a lack of information about Yvril and the viola. Does this mean that you can fall down on your own will? - If you receive the indication "secret" as it is, you can read it.

Ceres' level is also unclear, and Steiner appears to be registered under his real name, “Kiara.” I couldn't afford to see the license display when I joined the party before, but when it was clearly displayed, Steiner seemed to have a bad idea - it seemed like he had no choice.

"Ali, I'm waiting here, but even if the monsters come, I'll only be able to buy you some time...... Is that okay?"

"Yes, don't force it. If we can neutralize the manipulated Explorers... it will be difficult, but we need to keep an eye on them.”

"If it's true, I'll have to mobilize a squad of guild sabres... but I'm sorry, I can't just bring everyone from my squad."

"No, thank you all for coming." I can't thank you enough. "

“You don't have to worry about anything. We are here of our own volition.”

"It's a rule not to go into a specific party." It was also the guild that asked Atobe and the others to come to Sector Five. I want to cooperate with a party that "contributes" to the guild, and that kind of reasoning is understandable. "

When Kozelka and Hoslow say it, Nayuta nods too. Adeline sat down and saluted - Serafina smiled quietly at the sight of the four.

"Thank you very much. It would be odd for me to speak on behalf of Lord Ali Hito..."

"That's not true." We wouldn't have come this far without Serafina-san's help. "

"...... Lord Arihito"

"Serafina, you're a good defender." I'm the type to go forward and become a wall, but I think Serafina is better at being purely protective. "

"Ah... I'm sorry, Lord Hothrow Dragon Cao"

So, Ali, how do we move in this formation?

Yes, first of all, this east and west fortress, but I will have the Shadow Warrior of [Monkey Marquis] here engage the team of Kozelka-san and the team of Hoslow-san.

At the same time, they attacked the East and West forts to attract the attention of the two Shadow Warriors.

And our team will execute the forcible maneuvers made possible by using "Queen's Tail". I let my commander defend the fort and reach the [Monkey Marquis] who would hold it in the back.

“The enemy will be wary of breaking into the central fort when fighting begins in the east-west fort. As the" third arrow ", we will attack from outside the vigilance."

"...... the name of the operation is [Third Arrow]." Affirmative, Lord Atobe. My team will attack the east fort. "

"We're going west." Adeline, I'll call you as soon as we're in position. "

”Yes, yes... I'll synchronize the timing of the two teams' inrush!”

Mr. Adeline salutes you. And all three teams are headed this way.

"Everyone... the operation has begun." When we're done, we'll come back here again. "

Yes!

The voices of my people are all heard. The rest of the team replied to each of them, and the Cuzerca and Hoslow teams began to move.

"Alright... let's go too"

Ari humans, when do you intrude?

"It's time for [Shadow Warrior] to unravel." Adeline-san will tell you what's going on between the two teams..... "

If Ari humans and party members belong to their respective teams, I can tell them about the situation.

"Ariadne..."

When I hear "state of war", I think of one thing. Either the east fortress or the west fortress - everyone who infiltrates must have a moment to turn their backs on me.

Then you can "support". The fight to expose the [Shadow Warrior] and free the Explorer being manipulated--I 'll do everything I can in it.

”You're thinking about something again... ant human”

"There is something you can do by staying 'behind'. It's the [rear guard] who does it."

”... when Ali Hito laughs like that, he's really going to do something amazing, isn't he?”

Ellytia laughs. That's right - all you need for the upcoming battle is not just anger and hatred.

Remember what you get after the battle, and keep your will to move forward.