Witchcraft was a field that Asili didn’t know much about, so I also went to the Ogatorv family’s library and read all of it.
The result of the supernatural ability manifested at the expense of the living and the dead is a form quite different from magic, but in the end it is manifested in the form of magical power?
Most of the time, the cost is equivalent to one life, so the magic is simple yet powerful. Right now, even those ignorant orcs are capable of anti-aircraft defense with shamans, I’ve said everything.
I couldn’t figure out how the miracle exchange method of converting a corpse or soul into magic was established, but the principle was not very important to me, so I skipped it.
The important thing is that it is a technology that is simple, yet powerful, and carries a high risk.
When attack magic is performed using the soul as a medium, the resentment held by the soul acts on the caster like a reaction, and it is unknown what kind of abnormal symptoms will be caused. there are many
It may seem good to achieve achievement in a short period of time, but in the long run, it is no different from losing weight, so general tribes do not use it well.
Even the spells used by the beastmen, who are the most active race of magic, do not cause resentment such as attacks or curses. close to the form of protection.
But orcs are different.
It grinds its soul without hesitation for destruction and wisdom, and its power is so powerful that even the flying dragon knights, who are the pride of the kingdom, cannot fully withstand it. Of course, everyone knows that they can’t just do it over and over and stay sane, but you never know how many shamans there are among thousands of orcs, so you can’t just throw them down. Then, if you make a mistake and lose even one dragon, there is no such thing as disgrace.
Of course, hitting and falling for a while is another thing. Even if I can’t land an effective hit, as long as I can divert my attention, I’ll take care of the rest.
Heyri and the other flying dragon knights, who had come back late and listened to Duke Lesrom’s explanation and immediately decided to participate in the plan, were not at all anxious about their safety.
Since Ragnis and Ekatrina had already gone back to their lodgings, they tried to guide them inside, but they politely refused, so after a brief conversation outside the tent about the strategy, they only had confidence.
“Are you sure you’re okay?”
However, unlike before, he showed a sincere concern for my safety. Apparently, not only did he not back down with the orcs right in front of him, but he was very impressed with me for making a revolutionary achievement.
I honestly got a little goosebumps when the flying dragon knights, who didn’t even talk to each other except for Heyri, offered to shake hands first, saying that they were truly exemplary knights.
“Not everything will go as planned, but I think the potential is there.”
‘It’s something someone has to do.’ I thought it would be more burdensome if I said the same thing, so I answered moderately, but for some reason, the gaze that came back was burdensome.
Afterwards, Asilie opened her ax eyes as I entered the room, leaving behind the flying dragon knights who politely withdrew from the notification that the operation had been decided in time for dawn.
“Even the flying dragon knights who know the most about flying dragons ask if it’s okay after hearing Eldy’s plan.”
When I asked why, it seemed that I was very anxious because of what I heard with bright ears. I couldn’t ignore or ignore that feeling, so I had no choice but to answer with a smile.
“Wouldn’t I be more expert on jumping off dragons?”
In a world where there is no concept of an airborne unit, no one would dare to jump off a flying dragon unless it was for the purpose of suicide.
As soon as I said that, I got hit in the shoulder.
After that, I fell asleep exchanging jokes with Asilie to relieve even the slightest tension, but when I woke up at dawn, the day had not yet dawned.
I tried to listen, just in case, but there was only silence around me. The only occasional sounds are the burning torches nearby and the low hum of the magic stove in the center of the tent. I thought for a moment that I had woken up because I was nervous before I knew it, but my head and body were so refreshed for such a thing.
After all, I slept spread out for three days, so I must be in good shape. It didn’t look like she would fall asleep right away, so Asilie got up carefully so as not to wake up and wrapped herself in the thick fur coat she was given free of charge like a tent.
[master? Get out?]
“I’ll just get some fresh air and come back. Just sleep.”
I was stunned to see him slowly close his eyes again after stroking his hair once. I don’t even need sleep anyway, but I sleep really well.
As I walk out of the tent leaving him behind, a cold wind blows in and welcomes me. Most of the firewood was burnt and crumbled, probably because it had been a long time since the vigil had come and gone, but the embers had not weakened, but the early morning air could not be ignored.
You have to ride a flying dragon before this air even warms up, right? This time, without fail, I thought I should ask the spirit for a handful of warmth, and as I swept my forearm, I belatedly realized that somewhere in my body had subtly changed.
The problem was that even though I was aware of it, I was still not sure what had changed.
As soon as I woke up, the day went by like crazy, so I didn’t really have time to use my magic, but the magic organ that was built into my body and the magic that naturally flowed through it were clearly different from before I passed out. If I had realized it sooner, I would have had a meeting with Seneran, but it’s a pity.
“Hmm, nothing special…?”
It’s not really a bad feeling. It should be said that the magical energy that had penetrated more densely between the muscles while constructing the magical organs is now flowing through the blood vessels. Just in case, I tried to move my body and use magic time, but I didn’t feel that anything was improved.
It just… I became comfortable without knowing it. Both in terms of efficiency and in terms of operation.
As someone who might have to land a superhero in the middle of enemy lines, it was a very pleasant experience, so I was satisfied and crawled into bed after breathing some more early morning air.
Even if I couldn’t fall asleep, I didn’t have to strain out in advance. I regretted that I had come to my senses because I had been exposed to cold air, but I was able to fall asleep much easier with a strange satisfaction like covering myself with a warm blanket and turning on the air conditioner.
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What woke me up from a pleasant early morning sleep was, unfortunately, a different world weather trumpet.
-Pababa night! Bababa night!
“Ci Yiibaa Al …”
I’m not tired, and as soon as I hear it, my mind is again. Tired of the fact that there is a wake-up trumpet in another world, I woke up and saw Asilie, who was covering her head with a pillow turned over.
“Humans… there are so many things they can’t understand…”
It wouldn’t be the first time I’ve heard that sound, but it hurts my heart to think of how painful it must have been every time. I came to my senses at a much faster pace than usual and watched Asilie stagger to get up, vowing to use it at home later, and packed up my equipment.
After leaving the tent like that, unlike our negative and indifferent reaction to the wake-up call, the campground was rolling in a state of tension. Adventurers, enlisted men, and mercenaries went into battle preparations on their own without gathering anywhere.
This time, I also ate among the people who were eating breakfast along with Asilier, but there was no overreaction like yesterday.
Everyone’s attention was focused for a moment, but it was just that much. They continued their meal silently, sending expectations and support to me with only their eyes, proving that I was not a ragtag, and after a satisfying meal, I was able to move to join Heyri.
“Can I go without meeting other people?”
“I’ll see you right after the battle anyway.”
“…That’s right. I’m going to join Ragnis today and help. I’ll work hard to reduce the number, so we should run away well?”
“Not a mere orc can stop me. Don’t worry.”
After seeing Asilie, who was walking away while pretending to be calm, and seeing off Laika, who was next to her, she moved on, and soon after, the tension rose slightly.
Every time I approach the place where the flying dragons are gathered, the gaze around me gets a little heavier.
Since it was not a human-to-human war, there was no need to move secretly, so it seems that today’s operation was advertised extensively. People’s morale was on the rise, and at the same time, the expectations placed on me were doubling.
I have no intention of failing, but I feel burdened for nothing.
“Welcome Sir Ega. It’s an honor to be with you on today’s operation.”
I almost laughed at the burdensome reception of the flying dragon knights, who were expressing the effect with their whole bodies more than anyone else, but I deliberately smiled pleasantly and said.
“Thank you for your cooperation. Then… let’s go close the door.”