Tobal, the town of martial arts. Its origins lie in the hero Zahat, from the founding era of the country, opening a martial arts dojo there. The school he founded wasn’t a full-fledged, expert-level martial art… not at all. It…
About half a koku had passed since we left the mining city of Kise. I was bewildered by an unexpected request. “Katia-san, would you be willing to spar with me?” …Why, at this moment, of all times? “May I ask…
This time, the story’s from the perspective of Van, the blacksmith. Please be aware of this. The sword I forged after a long time was a masterpiece. A bastard sword made of Wootz steel. It will never break or bend…
“The ability to read surface thoughts, you say?” “Yes. For the enemy, it was used to assess our strength, anticipate attacks, and psychologically unsettle us.” “Hmm, a troublesome ability indeed. However, common sense would suggest it’s more suited for a…
“Explain yourself! Katia!” “That’s right. Why were you hiding your power?!” “Um…” What should I do! Is there anything in Onii-chan’s memories that could serve as an example!? … Nothing, there’s absolutely nothing! Onii-chan is terrible at lying! It’s always…
The monsters’ control broke. The worms, freed from the man’s control, scattered in all directions. But the agitated worms still surrounded Neil and Fina. I hurried back to them. —Please, be alive! I entered the swarm of worms surrounding the…
“Well, well, well, I knew that if I acted like the source of all this trouble, you’d send in your best! And hunting them is my job.” He was a real chatterbox. The gaunt man looked at us with a…
I woke up to the sight of well-shaped lips right in front of me. And I could feel another body’s warmth besides my own inside the futon. My blurry vision gradually cleared, and I finally grasped the situation I was…
“Where’s a good spot?” “Here’s fine! Hey, you lot! Clear the area!” The workshop is certainly spacious… If we move the tools, it shouldn’t be a problem. Quite a few craftsmen were watching us, observing the situation. I guess a…