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Chapter 259 – Wraith Party VS Asmodeus Party

259 – Wraith Party VS Asmodeus Party

I hear cheering.

The sound of those who have been waiting for this battle.

We are walking down the pathway leading to the stage.

While waiting for our turn to enter, I could hear the opponent’s introduction.

『It’s the party that crushed a fellow Demon King-led party in the first round! Led by the ruler of the Extreme Level North Pole Dungeon, the Asmodeus party!』

Yup. The Asmodeus party claimed victory over the All-Seeing Demon King Paimon party and became our opponent.

I’m sure everyone’s view of Asmodeus changed after seeing that fight.

『To the rest of the world, she has long been known as the Coordinator, but if there’s anything she proved to the world in the previous battle it is this! That she is worthy of being called a Demon King! Of the five Demon King Castles, she rules the north! The Six-Horned Demon King…contestannnnt Asmodeusssss…!!!』

With long wavy purple hair fluttering in the wind, she enters.

The top half of her face is covered by a mask, the bottom half of her face is the only part where her skin is exposed.

And yet, she is oddly beautiful.

Her allies step onto the field one after another.

『Inheriting the bloodline of an Arachne and a Majin, this powerful contender once was in charge of a Dungeon! No one can escape from her threads and lightning! One of the Big Four of the Northern Demon King Castle, the Thundercloud Ruler contestant Bael!』[TL Note 1: Bael is another demon from the Lesser Key of Solomon described to simultaneously have the head of a cat, toad, and man on a spider’s body.]

A docile-looking woman with the bottom half of a spider and the upper body of a Majin.

In addition to her racial characteristic magic allowing her to manipulate spider threads, she specializes in Lightning Magic utilizing the Magical Energy of a Majin.

Once she catches you, it’s over. You’ll be fried by her lightning attack before you even have any time to resist.

『This woman, inheriting the bloodline of a Siren and a Majin, was scouted by contestant Asmodeus herself to work in the Northern Demon King Castle as a Monster. There is nothing that she cannot steal! A fellow Big Four, the Robber of Reason contestant Shax!』[TL Note 2: Two things: FIrst off, Siren here is referencing the Greek kind that are basically bird-women, not the fishy ones. Second, Shax is another Demon from the Goetia, it can steal sight, hearing and understanding.]

Although she looks humanoid, her bottom half has the characteristics of a bird. Her upper half is that of a female Majin, and she has a pair of wings growing from her back. Most of her hair is white, save for the tips that are dyed black.

She seems like a cheerful person.

Her inherent magic spell Steal can steal even conceptual things like the enemy’s five senses, understanding, attack power, etc.

There are many inherent magic spells, like Spatial Mobility used by the Time Demon Agares of the Impregnable Demon King Castle, that are harder to use, the more powerful they are.

『It is said that this Half-Dragonkin has served the Northern Demon King Castle since before the head of the previous generation! Possessing strength and dignity unimaginable from his boyish appearance! All sorts of Water Magic is useless against him! The Floor Boss, the Devil of the Aquarium contestant Crocell!』[TL Note 3: Crocell is a demon that can warm bodies of water, create the illusion of the sound of rushing waters, and reveal the location of natural baths.]

A boy that looks like he could be the same age as Wraith.

Like the Dragon King Valac, he is mostly Human save for a few Dragonkin characteristics here and there.

Branching horns, partially scaled, and a dragon tail.

However, as the introduction said, he has worked for the Northern Demon King Castle for a long, long time.

During all that time, his appearance has never changed.

Also, it is said that his inherent magic is Rule over Water.

That itself proved no threat when I was with the Fenix party, but I am not with the Wraith party.

A party whose leader is a contractor of the main Water Spirit.

『And last, but not least, is this man! A direct subordinate to the Demon King, this man has slaughtered countless Adventurers! His skill with the blade is unquestionable, and his beautiful eyes tell him the future! The Future Reading Knight contestant Eligor!』[TL Note 4: Eligor is a demon that knows the future of wars and how soldiers should meet.]

He is a blond beautiful man. He has Majin horns and wears equipment reminiscent of a knight. Perhaps prioritizing agility, he has no helmet.

He possesses an Evil Eye that sees into the future and uses it in battle.

Each and every member of the Asmodeus party is a strong fighter.

She seems to have gathered those that all have an inherent magic spell or skill.

「Welp, we’re up.」

Wraith walks forward, we follow suit.

『In the other corner, the party led by the person who became instantly famous because of the Impregnable Demon King Castle Raid Battle!』

Loud, excited cheers shook my eardrums.

『Despite being ten years old, I’m sure the image of him standing side-by-side, toe-to-toe with the pro Adventurers is still fresh in everyone’s mind! Since the Raid Battle, this contractor of the main Water Spirit has gathered his missing party members. Ever since the start of the All-Heaven Festival Contest, his achievements have been no less stellar than that of his fellow Four Great Spirits contractors! Iiiit’s the Water Hero contestant Wraaaaaaaith…! !』

Hair and eyes as deep blue as the sea. He has an easy-going attitude and is eager to please his fans.

In addition to his contract with the main Water Spirit, he has all sorts of magic spells that are both grand and delicate.

To his fellow Adventurers and enemies alike, he speaks in a belligerent tone.

How could he not draw attention to himself?

He is a natural-born Adventurer.

『And we have another ten-year-old! Having grown up with contestant Wraith, this childhood friend boasts top-notch battle capabilities! Don’t you underestimate this little girl! That fist of hers will crush any and all standing in her way! Iiiit’s the Destroyer contestant Fran!』

White that looks like it had the color drained out of them and red eyes. A girl who looks as beautiful as a sculpted doll.

A small body covered by a cloak with a right arm too big for her attached to her.

Our all-important attacker, a girl who simply strong who awakened to the Destroyer Job.

『As the Wraith party is known for its unusual composition as a Hero party, the next member is a Half Cyclops! She protects her allies with her large body and shield, absolutely mowing down her enemies with her club! It’s the Miner contestant Melania!』

Fluffy green hair, reminiscent of a verdant forest, that hides her one eye that is a trait of her race.

A timid but kind-hearted girl.

A dependable ally who protects her allies and does all she can for her allies to win.

『In the same party, there is also a support Job! He took part in the Original Dungeon investigation was a big help to his allies! A gentle smile with superhuman Ogre strength! The heretical White Sorcerer contestant Josh!』

Josh is a young Ogre with pure white hair.

In a race that is full of combat-oriented Jobs, instead of being dismayed that he was a support Job, he trained his skills.

He is now a combat White Sorcerer.

The more we fought together in the Original Dungeon, the better we worked together.

『And the final member is this man! Formerly of the world’s 4th ranked party, there was no news of him at all after his withdrawal!

He made an appearance on center stage during a Tag Tournament that disregarded race that was held in a certain town.

Appearing alongside the Silver Sands Strong Arm Berith, who later appears in the Demon King Castle raid, they defeated a Demon King Castle Big Four, strong members of the 99th party, and all sorts of strong fighters and claimed victory!

When he participated in the investigation of the Original Dungeon, he succeeded in passing the Spirit’s trial and obtained a Holy Sword possessed by a Spirit!

In the All-Heaven Festival Contest, the power of his Black Magic, which was unclear during his time with his previous party, was made crystal clear how excellent it is thanks to the points system!

The shining ray of hope of the Black Sorcerering world! Possessor of overwhelming ability acknowledged by countless influential people! The Black Sorcerer contestant Lem!』

Wow, that was long…

Why was only my introduction so detailed…?

This feels like it was deliberate.

Fellow’s work, most likely.

My master’s son, her Highness’s father.

I know that he is trying to change the entire industry for the sake of my master.

My master is my benefactor, but as a Demon King, that man has no interest in the weak.

For my master to get on board with Fellow’s plan now…

I wonder what Fellow thinks of it.

If my master believes that a strong person worth doing battle with has appeared, who could it be?

Does Fellow, who knows about my relationship with my master, think that I am that person?

By spreading my achievements to the world, he sets me up as an appropriate opponent for my master?

So that when that time comes, that fight will become the greatest form of entertainment that sets the world ablaze?

I’m probably overthinking it.

Whatever he may think, what I must do hasn’t changed.

Win the battle ahead with my allies.

「I’m so glad we get to meet again, Lem. The same goes for the rest of the Wraith party.」

Asmodeus smiles cheerfully.

「Before we fight the strongest Demon King, we gotta beat the not so strong Demon King, right?」

As Wraith said that, four of Asmodeus’s subordinates released a murderous aura.

But the Demon King in question continues to smile.

「If you all are truly worthy of fighting that man, then the results will speak for themselves.」

The battle is on.