Moto Sekai Ichi – 214 | Sousaku – 創作

214　Praise the rebelling

Arc 11: The Empire

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A whole day riding in the carriage. As it began to get dark, the group decided on a place to camp and stopped their journey.

"Somehow…… It's weird."
"It's strange, it's unsettling."

Meanwhile, Gloria tilted her head and muttered as she looked at Second, who had gotten out of the carriage to talk to Cubero.

The feeling of unease she felt was about Second.

At first, she thought it was just her imagination, but the more she talked to him, the more uncomfortable she felt.

"Did he really want to be emperor that much? "
"It's sudden, it's unexpected."

At the celebration party the day before yesterday, he didn't talk about being emperor so much.

However, at present, all he did when he opened his mouth was talk about becoming emperor.

In the first place, she had never even heard a rumor that Second was aiming to become the Emperor of Marubell.

Why did he suddenly say that? Gloria couldn't help wondering.

No, if the word that came out of Second's mouth had been "King of Castall," then Gloria would not have reacted so strongly. It was precisely because those words were “Emperor of Marubell” that Gloria reacted so starkly.

Because this girl――she knew Gordo Marubell, the current emperor of Marubell, well.

"Hey, excuse me."
"We have something to say, we have something to discuss."

When Cubero finished his meeting with Second and was about to start preparing the tent, Gloria beckoned him over.

"Did you need help? "

"He's a little strange."
"The emperor, the emperor (皇帝 koutei)."

"The schedule (行程 koutei)……? Are you concerned about our travel schedule? "

"Not that. Second is strange."
"He wants to become the Emperor of Marubell, he's aiming to be the Emperor of Marubell."

"? ? ? "

Cubero could only wonder what was going on.
However, gradually, he began to look puzzled.

It was the first time he had heard that his beloved master was aiming to become the Emperor of Marubell.

At least, he wasn't saying that until yesterday afternoon. Instead, he was trying to destroy the empire. That's exactly why the situation was even more suspicious.

Here, the difference in status proved to be advantageous. Silvia and the others were close to Second, for better or worse. Therefore, they did not take it seriously, thinking it was just another of his usual outrageous remarks. However, Cubero, his butler and servant, could not ignore Gloria's words due to her position, and his reliable personality led him to take her words very seriously.

"Did Second-sama say that? "

"Yeah."
"Quite often, once every fifteen minutes."

"That's an unusual frequency. Let me talk to him a little."

Cubero stopped assembling the tent and headed toward Second.

Second was engrossed in reading a book. Who knew where he had found it, but the cover of the book read, “The Rise of the Empire and the Meritocracy”.

"…………"

――Something's wrong. At this point, Cubero was convinced.

The Second he knew would never read such a difficult book.

Second only owned three types of books: Grimoires, Skill Books, and Adult Books. Cubero was also responsible for managing the library as a steward, so he kept all the books Second bought in order and remembered his preferences well.

It must have been just recently that he obtained the book related to the empire. Cubero checked the library last night. That being the case, he must have hidden it, bought it secretly in the middle of the night, or asked one of the maids to buy it for him.

In any case, it wasn't characteristic of Second. It's only obvious, considering he has entrusted Cubero with not only his Fourth Form grimoires, whose value is unknown, but also his adult magazines.

"Se……"

Cubero stopped himself just before saying “Second-sama”.

He was at a loss.

Something was definitely wrong. But how exactly could this problem be solved? Cubero couldn't see the answer.

For several minutes, Cubero stood still and pondered, then decided to try to make conversation cautiously.

"Second-sama. Which book is that? "
"Ah, this? I'm thinking of studying the structure of the empire while I have time. I had a maid buy it for me."
"I see, so you are studying. Is it to become emperor? "
"That's obvious. Cubero, don't tell me you don't remember my dream."
"I'm sorry, I've never heard of it."
"Uh? It's the emperor. I've told you many times. I can't wait to become emperor!"
"R-Right……"

At first glance, he looked like his usual self.

However, what he said was completely far-fetched.

Dreams of Being Emperor――Those words sounded utterly ridiculous to Cubero.

For the average person, this might seem like an ambitious dream, but for a man like Second Firstest, this goal was too small. Cubero couldn't help but think so.

For the time being, he could accept the idea of becoming emperor. However, the way he spoke now made it sound as if he believed that his dream would come true if he became emperor.

Cubero quietly held his head in his hands.

What on earth has happened? I've never seen Second like this before.

Everything has completely changed. Yes, it's as if he's been brainwashe.――

"! ! "

Brainwashing.

Cubero raised his face suddenly at the unexpected keyword.

He had heard about brainwashing magic. Although he had never actually seen it, looking at the situation with Second, Cubero instantly knew that this was exactly what it was.

He didn't know who did it, but Second was probably brainwashed.

Cubero calmly thought things through. How can brainwashing be undone?

Of course, he didn't know how to remove it. That said, if he were to ask the person himself, there was no telling what might happen.

That being the case. There was only one option left.

"――Second-sama, will you please call Angolmois-sama?"

＊ ＊ ＊

"Angolmois? "
"Yes. Please just trust me and don't ask too many questions."

Cubero looked me straight in the eye and said that with the utmost sincerity.

Why did he suddenly say that? I don't care what the reasons are. The issue is that Cubero is serious. Just that alone makes me feel no hesitation in summoning him.

I did as Cubero said and activated 《Spirit Summoning》 without asking too many questions.

"There, I called him."
"Thank you very much. Excuse me, Angolmois-sama, may I have a word……?"

"――Hmm? "

Cubero seemed to have something to say to Angolmois, so he began to speak.

However, Angolmois ignored Cubero, leaned close to me, and furrowed his beautifully shaped eyebrows.

"Hm? Hmm～? Hmmm～～～～mm? "

And then he groaned and tilted his head.

What does he want?

……This guy sure has long eyelashes.

"Haha! Has my Second been bewitched?"
"……Eh? "
"It must have been that military strategist. Never mind, I'm here, so it's fine."
"Wait, wait, wait, I don't understand what you're saying. Is there something wrong with Windfield? "
"That guy cast a spell on my Second."
"A spell? "
"You should know. Magic is magic, Brainwashing Magic."
"! "

How on earth did I end up being brainwashed?

That's what you call a dramatic turn of events.

"How did you notice? "
"There was a disconnect between me and my Second."
"Righ～"

Nope, I don't get it at all. It seems that I cannot check it from my end.

"What was Windfield thinking when she did this? "
"I would like to hear that fool."

Angolmois was exasperated.

"What, are you angry? You."
"It's a rebellion! How can you not be angry?"
"I, on the other hand, don't understand why you're angry. I feel like I could praise her for her creative ingenuity."
"Nonsense. That's because my Second doesn't know what the brainwashing was about――"
"Well, you might be right. If summoning you only serves to expose the brainwashing, then brainwashing can't be the whole purpose. In other words, there is meaning in breaking this brainwashing. Or, by understanding it, I might notice something or find it useful. This is brainwashing based on the premise that it will be dispelled. Am I wrong? "
"――! "

I see! Angolmois' eyes opened wide, so wide you could almost hear it.

Hey, you've been together for a long time, right? Give me a break. She's the woman who single-handedly led the kingdom to victory in a political struggle.

"……Because I'm disliked, you know."
"Ohh……"

I'm sorry.

"Brainwashing with the intention of undoing it…… I see."

Cubero, who had been listening to my conversation with Angolmois, put his hand on his chin and made a sound of agreement.

"Cubero, have you noticed anything? "
"Yeah. Windfield-sama probably anticipated this situation."
"Yeah, probably."
"Yes. To be honest, if Gloria-sama hadn't pointed it out, I might have just thought it was a little strange. It is because Gloria-sama keenly sensed Second-sama's change that the current situation has occurred."
"Was Gloria the first one to notice?"

When I looked at her, Gloria uncrossed her arms and replied.

"I mean, that emperor is......"
"My younger sister's husband, my brother-in-law."

"! ? "

Are you kidding me!?

"Hey, introduce me to the emperor sometime."
"I don't mind."
"A meeting, a conversation."

All right, this brings me one step closer to becoming emperor.

What an excellent chance. Well, it seems that connections and advisors are what you need to have.

"Now is not the time to talk about that. Break free from brainwashing. Otherwise, I'll feel sick and unable to function."

As I grinned, Angolmois said with a truly disgusted look on his face.

"Yeah, yeah."

Well then, let's break it.

I don't know what kind of brainwashing it is, but given the situation, I guess it would be best to just go with the flow. She set it up so that it would be best to solve it here the day before entering the empire.

I wonder what kind of message it could be. Oh boy, I'm so excited.

"By the way, Second-sama. How can brainwashing magic be broken? "
"You're quite diligent, Cubero. The answer is easy. I'll show you."

Strong emotions caused by a life-threatening situation, that's all.

In other words――

"――Just have a spectacular near-death experience."

When I said that, Cubero looked puzzled for a moment, then his expression turned serious.

"Second-sama, is that……"

Then, he glanced at Gloria, took three steps back, and clenched his fists.

Ohh, I see. Cubero, I get what you're thinking, but……

"That's not the case."
"……Is that so? I'm relieved. The burden was a little too heavy for me."

The burden is heavy. That's exactly right.

Cubero and Gloria aren't enough to handle it.

"Being close to dying? "
"What should we do? Do you want to fight? "

Gloria seems motivated, but unfortunately, that's not good enough.

"No, thank you. I appreciate your thoughtfulness."

I raised my hands to refuse and distanced myself from the two and Angolmois.

There are two audience members. No, the system prevents spirits from attacking their summoners, so there are three spectators.

It's a little lacking, but it might be just the right selection of people to show.

"Now, it's a slight detour on the road to becoming emperor, but……"

This is probably necessary too. That's what I believe.

Besides, it was something I had to do eventually.

Preparations have been underway for quite some time. The rest……is just to have enough resolve.

"――Lord, Anko is here to serve you."
"――Is it my turn, my Lord?

Anko and Miroku.
I called the two of them out and faced them.

"I'm sorry to ask this suddenly, but I want you to come at me with everything you've got. Can you do it? "

I equipped a mithril buckler on my left arm and a mithril longsword in my right hand, and asked them that question.

Anko opened her thread-like eyes in surprise, then smiled happily with her cheeks flushed.

"As you wish."

Miroku looked surprised, then closed his eyes and nodded.

"Understood."

It seems that both of them are serious about it.

Ah, I'm so happy. It is the greatest joy.

Why am I so happy? It's strange, considering it has nothing to do with the path to becoming emperor.

"I see, that makes sense……"

Suddenly, I heard Cubero's voice.

……Makes sense? What is this? Are you saying that I might lose?

"Cubero."
"Yes."
"Remember this."
"Yes."

An emperor must be invincible and undefeated. Even a single defeat isn’t allowed. It makes no sense unless I'm the emperor that everyone recognizes. That is the emperor I aspire to be. The world's greatest emperor.

"I don't fight battles I can't win."

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Cheat sheet

Status Details

HP　Hit Points
MP　Magic Points
SP　Stamina Points
STR　Short range attack skill power, strength, physical power.
DEX　Long range attack skill power, dexterity, hit rate.
AGI　Quickness, avoidance rate.
INT　Attack Magic skill power.
LUK　Good luck, critical rate.
VIT　Simple defense.
MGR　Magic defense.

Skill Ranking

From lower (16th) to higher (1st) class, then it changes to the “Dan” system of martial arts, which means Grade

16th class
15th class
14th class
13th class
12h class
11th class
10th class
9th class
8th class
7th class
6th class
5th class
4th class
3rd class
2nd class
1st class
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9 (Can challenge Title when all related skills are at this level)

Types of combat skills

Named after shogi pieces (The word in bold is the one being used in this translation). From easier to acquire to harder.

Pawn/Soldier (Fuhyou)
Lance(Kyousha)
Knight (Keima)
Silver General (Ginshou)
Gold General (Kinshou)
Bishop (Kakugyou)
Rook (Hisha)
Promoted Bishop/Dragon Horse(Ryuuma)
Promoted Rook/Dragon King (Ryuuou).

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List of Swordsmanship skills

【Swordsmanship】　Damage： STR Dependent.

《Dragon King Swordsmanship》　Powerful ranged attack forward + stun.
《Dragon Horse Swordsmanship》　Powerful ranged attack in all directions.
《Rook Swordsmanship》　Very strong single-target attack.
《Bishop Swordsmanship》　Quick and powerful penetrating attack.
《Gold Swordsmanship》　Ranged attack in all directions.
《Silver Swordsmanship》　Strong, single-target attack.
《Knight Swordsmanship》　Precision attack＋added damage against vital points.
《Lance Swordsmanship》　Penetrating attack.
《Soldier Swordsmanship》　Normal attack.

(Rook＋Knight, Silver＋Knight, Lance＋Knight, Soldier＋Knight are possible for Combine)

List of Jojutsu (cane) skills

【Jojutsu】Thrust・Strike・Sweep

《Dragon King Jojutsu》　Extremely powerful wide-area attack
《Dragon Horse Jojutsu》　Wide range defense + knockback
《Rook Jojutsu》　Very powerful ranged attack
《Bishop Jojutsu》　Rush piercing attack
《Gold Jojutsu》　Very strong defense
《Silver Jojutsu》　Powerful ranged attack
《Knight Jojutsu》　Rush attack
《Lance Jojutsu》　Piercing attack
《Soldier Jojutsu》　Conventional attack

List of Spearmanship skills

【Spearmanship】

《Dragon King Spearmanship》　Extremely powerful single-target attack
《Dragon Horse Spearmanship》　Powerful long-range attack (shockwave)
《Rook Spearmanship》　Rush attack (charge thrust)
《Bishop Spearmanship》　Powerful ranged attack (Cleave)
《Gold Spearmanship》　Counterattack (Counter)
《Silver Spearmanship》　Powerful single-target attack (charge thrust)
《Knight Spearmanship》　Forward leaping attack (leaping thrust)
《Lance Spearmanship》　Ranged attack (Cleave)
《Soldier Spearmanship》　Normal Attack (Thrust)

List of Archery skills

【Archery】

《Dragon King Archery》　Powerful on-impact ranged attack.
《Dragon Horse Archery》　Powerful piercing ranged attack.
《Rook Archery》　Very strong single-target range attack.
《Bishop Archery》　Strong piercing range attack.
《Gold Archery》　Range attack with added knockback.
《Silver Archery》　Strong single-target range attack.
《Knight Archery》　Precise sniping range attack.
《Lance Archery》　Piercing range attack.
《Soldier Archery》　Normal range attack.

List of Shield Arts skills

【Shield Arts】

《Dragon King Shield Arts》　Very powerful ranged attack to the front.
《Dragon Horse Shield Arts》　Reinforced defense + all-range attack.
《Rook Shield Arts》　Powerful forward Rush attack (VIT converted to STR and added to net STR)
《Bishop Shield Arts》　Great Reinforced Defense (16th class: 250% ~ Grade 9th: 600% Defense)
《Gold Shield Arts》　Range homing defense ＋ Knockback（While active, attacks within a certain range would redirect themselves towards the shield）
《Silver Shield Arts》　Reinforced defense (parry grace time reduced by 0.01 second, successful parry triggers counterattack effect)
《Knight Shield Arts》　Defense + Knockback.
《Lance Shield Arts》　Piercing Reflective Defense
《Soldier Shield Arts》　Normal defense.
Success condition for parry: Activate the skill 0.287 to 0.250 seconds before the attack reaches the target.

List of Magic skills

【Magic】 (Four attributes: fire, water, wind, and earth)
Advantages and disadvantages: Fire>Earth>Wind>Water>Fire
・First Form　Normal Attack （Preparation time： Super short. Cooldown： Super short）
・Second Form　Extended range attack （Slow. Long）
・Third Form　Strong single-target attack （Short. Short）
・Fourth Form　Powerful extended-range attack （Super slow. Super long）
・Fifth Form　Very powerful extended-range attack （Slowest. Longest）

【Magical Magic】
《Combine》　Combines two magic skills into a single attack.
《Synergy》　Overlays two magic spells on top of another magic spell.
《Charge》　Magic attack that increases in magnitude the more it is charged up.

List of Martial Arts skills

【Martial Arts】　Attack：(STR+DEX+AGI)/2.56

《Dragon King Martial Arts》　A very powerful wide-area attack in the front (shockwave)
《Dragon Horse Martial Arts》　Accelerated forward strike (Dash Punch)
《Rook Martial Arts》　Very powerful single-target attack + charge (Punch)
《Bishop Martial Arts》　Omni-directional attack (Roundhouse kick)
《Gold Martial Arts》　Short-range attack plus defense (Tackle)
《Silver Martial Arts》　Strong single-target attack （Punch）
《Knight Martial Arts》　Forward jumping attack （Jumping kick）
《Lance Martial Arts》　Short-range attack (Kick)
《Soldier Martial Arts》　Normal attack （Punch）

List of Sword-drawing skills

【Sword-drawing】 (STR+DEX+AGI+VIT)/5.12+remaining SP/10^4（fire power when using a sword at the belt 128％）

《Dragon King Sword-drawing》 (The more you charge, the more power) Extremely powerful area of effect attack.
《Dragon Horse》 Range attack in all directions.
《Rook Sword-drawing》 (The more you charge, the more power) Extremely powerful Sword drawing attack (Single attack)
《Bishop Sword-drawing》 Quick and powerful thrust.
《Gold Sword-drawing》 Counter (Single attack + defense)
《Silver Sword-drawing》 (The more you charge, the more power) Powerful Sword-drawing attack.
《Knight Sword-drawing》 Large movement + Sword drawing attack (Single attack)
《Lance Sword-drawing》 Movement + Sword drawing attack (Single attack)
《Soldier Sword-drawing》 Sword drawing attack (Single attack)

List of Thread Manipulation skills

【Thread Manipulation】
《Dragon King Thread Manipulation》　The most powerful single attack, limited to the restrained target.
《Dragon Horse Thread Manipulation》　Simultaneously emits multiple threads, forcibly restraining the touched object.
《Rook Thread Manipulation》　Very powerful single attack using a bundle of threads
《Bishop Thread Manipulation》　Powerful penetrating attack using thread like a needle.
《Gold Thread Manipulation》　Thread restraints on objects within a 4-meter radius.
《Silver Thread Manipulation》　Powerful single-target attack with a bundle of threads
《Knight Thread Manipulation》　Manipulate monsters, humans, and puppets using strings for a certain period of time.
《Lance Thread Manipulation》　Penetrating attack using thread like a needle.
《Soldier Thread Manipulation》　Single target attack with a bundle of threads
(Gold + Lance or Bishop can be Combined)

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