Karsearin is the protagonist in Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon and a character in The Creature.
Appearance[]
Before Arin polymorphed, he was a Red Dragon, so he looks like a lizard, but he's so huge that you can't even see it all at a glance. His whole body is covered with shiny red horny scales, and on his back are two wings made of a huge dark-red film that supported his body. He's said to be a Red Dragon, the strongest among the dragons, along with the Silver Dragons, and is the most vicious among dragons. His front toes are roughly the size of the thighs of a strong adult human, and indeed the size of a Red Dragon, the largest among dragons with the largest body on earth. His horns are black and his eyes are yellow (golden) without pupils. [3] He may only be 300 years old, but he seems to be a mutant. He's three times bigger than other dragons his own age. [4]
When his polymorph form is that of a beautiful boy. He's delicate and beautiful enough to be recognized by anyone with scarlet red hair that hangs neatly up to his waist, pale skin, and clear facial features. His hair is a little frizzy. His present human form was perfectly that of a girl. Even though he's a boy, he has long hair that falls to his waist, big eyes, a high nose, and red lips and an innocent look and cute face like a girl. If the perverts had seen him, it was highly likely that he would have drooled and ran away. He's a bit confused, so if he puts on clothes, he looks really good to be mistaken for a girl. There was some reason. At first, there wasn't a single 'human' that he saw in person. The only thing he saw in human form was that of his mother, Karsenian. Since there's only one sample, his form is highly based on hers. [3]
His appearance is similar to that of a young man of about 20 years old, but the Webtoon readers think he's around 13 or 14.
Converting the age of a dragon to a human, Arin is only 6 or 7 years old at most. [5]
Personality[]
Arin is said to be a Red Dragon, the strongest among the dragons, along with the Silver Dragons, and is the most vicious among dragons. The Red Dragons clan is famous for being impatient among dragons. He doesn't have patience, so he can't sit really long no matter what he does. When a dragon reaches its adulthood at the age of 700, it instinctively learns to transform its form into another race. Afterwards, it acquires the ancient knowledge and wisdom accumulated by its ancestors, but in fact, this was the original purpose of the Polymorph. He would learn by itself if it had to wait 400 years. There was no need to learn to be so nervous. For reference, dragons have a lifespan of about 10,000 years, reaching adulthood at about 700 years old, reaching 5,000 years of youth, and reaching 5,000 years of age. For humans, 400 years is a long time, but for dragons, it's just a little bit of time. He can't stand 400 years and reads the magic book for 6 months, and finally transforms into a human. It can be said that he inherited the blood of the Red clan, who were really quick-tempered.
Biography[]
Season 1[]
In a certain mountain, gray humanoid wolves running somewhere. One werewolf to the other werewolf in front of him, asked how fare were he going, just what is he trying to show him, the area around here was swarming with Orcs. He yells hey when he doesn't answer. The other werewolf said he should relax, he doesn't need to worry about Orcs. One werewolf asked what does he mean. The other werewolf said all the Orcs ran off. One werewolf asked were they run off, why would they do that. At this time, the ground suddenly shakes and begins to split. One werewolf shouted the ground, what's with the earthquake, this place is too dangerous, let's just go back. The other werewolf said it's not just the Orcs, the Trolls and the Ogres too, they've all been on alert, spending sleepless night, then finally, they all left this place. One werewolf asked all of them left, what they were so afraid of. The other werewolf said it's because of the dragon causing this earthquake, in this cave lives a Red Dragon, infamously known as the most impatient of Dragons. One werewolf shouted 'What?!'. Werewolves wander inside the cave. One werewolf said this place is way too cramped, and asked does a dragon really live here. The other werewolf said he was looking for something to eat, and he saw its huge tail in the flesh, soon, they'll reach a space big enough to house a red dragon, so just hold on. When one werewolf heard this and surprised, shouted what the hell, he got a death wish, he doesn't rope him in. The other werewolf said but even a single dragon's scale was worth a lot. At this time, the cave suddenly shakes. The other werewolf shouted it's another earthquake. A Red Dragon hits the ground with its tail and shouted it's annoying, and so annoying, this is so annoying. The Red Dragon dig the wall of the cave with its claws. The Red Dragon roars this is so frigging annoying. The Red Dragon looks at the tiny book on its fingernail and shouted why's this thing so tiny, so annoying. Werewolves see this and one werewolf shouted it really was a Red Dragon. The other werewolf shushs and said he should pipe down, dragons were legendary creatures, it might hear their talking. One werewolf covers his mouth to keep quiet. The other werewolf said but what's it strugging with, it's got something in its hand, but he can't see it from here. The book was The Book of Terold Croword, the Archmage. The Red Dragon said this thing was already tine, why it does have to be so flopp too. The Red Dragon's full name was Karsearin, and its nickname was Arin, and it's 316 years old. He said just why would humans make books out of such flimsy material, if they dragons didn't have good eyesight, this would've been an impossible challenge. He turned the pages and said now, calmly, and slowly. He thought he has spent a whole six months trying to decipher this book, even though Red Dragons were infamous for being impatient, with all the time he put into this, he shall find it by any means. The werewolves went around him and finally found a scale that had fallen to the ground. Werewolves like to see those scales. The werewolves try to take it, but suddenly He strikes the ground with its tail, sending rocks raining down on their heads. He shouted graaagh, and said he founds it. He hit the ground more with its tail. He shouted he finally found it, the law of Polymorph, a shapeshifting magic spell. He said now all he has to does was chant the spell, finally. The werewolves trapped by falling stones and barely escape. The other werewolf shouted they've gotta get out of here. One werewolf shouted the dragon's rampaging. The other werewolf shouted they should forget about the scale and run. Werewolves ran. He started chant a spell. Sky blue light surrounds his body. He chanted he hereby use the power of law to change the rule that binds him to the form of his kind, using his own will, its will becoms the power to change its form, shapeshifting magic spell, Polymorph Self. His body, shrouded in light, gradually becomes smaller and turned into a human form. A person with long red hair is lying on the ground. He slowly stood up and was wearing short, ocher-colored underwear. He saw its hands and said there were arms, and legs, his tail's gone. He said it must've worked somehow he really became a human. Two humanoid creatures with green skin and long ears discover him. One humanoid said to the other humanoid that it should look over there, a human. Tired he said to itself that it's thirsty. At this time, he heard someone walking. Several humanoids come to him with clubs. He was surprised. One humanoid said it's a human. Another humanoid said they can make money off of it. The other humanoid said good money means good food. Karsearin shouted they're Orcs. He thought he could just blow them away with a huff of his breath, but now they're at eye level. The Orcs ran towards him, shouted finders keepers. Another Orc shouted it first. He angry and shouted they Orcs, he's a Red Dragon. At this time, several arrows suddenly fly and attack the Orcs. He saw a man cutting down Orcs with a sword. He thought he's pretty good, a human, who was he. At this time, an Orc hit him on the head with a club. Karsearin lost his mind and thought you rats weren't even worth fighting. Karsearin falls down. [6]
Gaianes, an empire located in the central part of the continent, and the Six Nations Alliance of Heid, an empire in the west. Located on the border between the two regions were a great mountain range. The Lartead Mountains. Here lives, Karstein de Red, an ancient Red Dragon that's lived for over five millennia. Inside the volcano, someone shouted he ran away from home because he kept egging him on, Karstein, just why he did give a book of spells to a child, if only he didn't spur him on, he wouldn't have done such a thing. A beautiful woman with long red hair was a Red Dragon Karsenian, who's Arin's mother to glare with anger. Someone spoke from the lava that she thought he gave hi the book, Karsenian, that rascal stole it, after all he has done for him. Lava rises and a huge dragon appears. He's an ancient Red Dragon, Karstein de Red. Karstein said it's so wrong to tell him about the old days, she make it sound like he really egged him on, to think that rascal was born into their Red clan, he's a disgrace to them all. Karsenian screams in annoyance that what does he mean, a disgrace to them all. Karstein said oh, come on, he's the first dragon in history to run away from home, it really will go down in history. Karsenian shouted he was being sarcastic right now, he isn't worried about him. Karstein said hmph, he won't let that rascal get away with this once he comes back, how dare he steal his possession. Karsenian said he was just an old geezer who's been moping away deep in the mountain ranges for the pas thousand years, what's so wrong about taking one book. Karstein angry because he heard that he's an old geezer, so he said to Karsenian that how dare she disrespect her elders, no wonder he was a troublemaker, he takes after her. She said to him that what he did say. At this time, someone comes to them and said now, now, calm down, they too. Karsenian surprised and shouted he's the Red Dragon King. The Red Dragon King said he'll deal with him himself, honestly, he's flustered, this has never happened before, when he returns to his original form, he'll sense his transformation. Karsenian asked he's only a 300-year-old chlid, it will really be all right. Karsenian cries and said she's tearing up just thinking about her poor him, who must be struggling in the human world right about now. The Red Dragon King said he'll be just fine. The Red Dragon King about whether it was right he was poor. The Red Dragon King said his body was already as big as an adult dragons, and trust him and rest easy, them two, he'll take care of it. Port city Lael. A major city with a population of 100,000 people, located at the edge of the Lartead Mountains. One of the top commercial cities in the Six Nations Alliance of Heid. He looked around and shouted wow, whoa, and amazing, so this was the human world. He kept looking around and shouted ooh, wow. Rake said to someone that the kid's bursting with energy. Someone asked to Rake that what he's going to do with that kid, sure, they saved him form the Orcs, but he's not in the best shape, after his head injury, he doesn't remember anything except for his name, Arin. Rake said well for now, he'll look for some way they can put him to use. He rushes and shouted whoa, amazing. He said there are so many humans and houses, and there are a bunch of mysterious items everywhere too, just as Karstein said humans really like living in groups. Rake said he should stop looking around, let's go. He asked where to. Rake answers he was said he had nowhere to go, there's someone who can help him. He asked oh, really. Rake answers yeah. He thought hehe, just as he thought, faking amnesia sure was handy, all he had to does were say, "He doesn't know, ugh, his head..." and no one suspects him. Inside the old-looking brick building, people are noisy. Tables and chairs and people sitting on chairs or on tables drinking alcohol. They all looked happy. In front of the room under the stairs on the second floor, Rake and a man who appeared to be in his mid-40s looked at him and said hmm, memory loss, he said. He laughed. Rake asked what he does thought. The man said good, very good, come follow him, Rake. Rake said stay here and watch their things, him, he'll be right back. [7]
He drank juice presented to him and said wow, this was super delicious, humans make all sorts of fun things to eat. Suddenly, he saw a book sticking out of the backpack that Rake had roughly thrown away earlier. He thought he wouldn't hear anything even if he looked through it, so he quietly took out the book. He thought since Rake's not here, it should be okay to take a peek, right. He started reading the book. He said Mountain Structure and Monster Habitats for Travelers, hehe, that's great, he was bored anyway. He turned the pages and said ooh, he can turn the pages so easily. He was moved in a strange way. At this time, he was surprised and looked closely at the book. He said this is. There was a picture in the book of a dragon breathing fire. And below that, there was this content. Monster lord of the Al Kreed Mountains: Karsearin, a violent red monster, age: estimated to be about 1,000 years old. He angry and shouted this was about him, who blew his age out of proportion. -Estimated to have built a nest in the Al Kreed Mountains about 20 years ago. He thought ugh, a nest, what he isn't a bird, what's with the "20 years ago". -Burned down four mountain villages and massacred more than 200 people in the Al Kreed Mountains. He thought huh, were there humans near his home. -Commands an army of monsters, including Griffins, Wyverns, Orcs, and so on. He thought commands an army of monsters, but he only had them for lunch sometimes. -Warning: hostile towards humans, 30,000 gold bounty on it's head. He thought 30,000 gold, a bounty, what's that, it was some kind of food. At this time, Rake appeared and said he must've been bored. As he closed the book, he quietly asked a question that oh, what he was doing. Rake said nothing much, he has put in a good word for him, so Carsan will help him, he doesn't have to worry about a thing, just listen to him well, he'll take a while for him to get his memories back, but he hopes him recover well. He smiled and said oh, thanks. Rake said he has work to does and won't be able to tag along with him anymore, well, he only promised to take him to the port city of Lael in the first place, it's a shame, but they'll part ways here. He was also guessing that he would soon break up with him, but then he sensed the faint expression of joy on Rake's face so he thought huh, because there was something a little strange. He thought it's been about ten days since he met Rake, they've been traveling together for a while, yet he's not sad to say goodbye, but he said it's a shame, does why he look so happy then. He drank juice and thought it seems that all humans like that. Rake was so busy that he left. A deep voice called out to him, who was standing blankly. He asked hey, kid, come follow him. A middle-aged man named Carsan whom Rake had just introduced was gesturing towards him. He said he didn't finish his juice. He drank juice. At the night, Carsan and he go somewhere. He asked where they are going right now. Carsan answers that to the auction house. He said what's auction house. Carsan said he bought him form Rake, but his family's not wealthy enough to keep a slave around, he looks healthy and has a pretty face, he should be able to sell him for at least 1,000 gold. He thought what's he talking about, what 1,000 gold, well, he called him pretty, that's a compliment, right. After walking along for a while, he saw a large building. It was a five-story building as big as his main body. He said wow, what a huge building. Carsan said let's go. The building was the Ladael Sh'Lael Slave Auction House. [7]
Carsan held a jingling bag and laughing happily and said haha, that's quite a generous amount, good luck, kiddo. He held the iron bars with his hands and said huuuh, what in the world was going on, he can't act recklessly when he has got no idea what's happening, well, mom said to let sleeping dogs lie. He sighed and said geez, if Rake was here, he'd explain what's up. The black-haired boy and the brown-haired boy approximately 17 years old, who appeared to be about 1 or 2 years older than him come to him. The brown-haird boy who was looking at him quietly opened his mouth. He said huh, he was wondering why they put a girl here, but upon closer inspection, it's a boy. He surprised and shouted who they are two. The black-haired boy said to him that calm down, they're in the same boat as him. The brown-haired boy said looked like he has been conned by some awful people. He thought som other humans have arrived here before him, they look to be around the same age as his human body, so he will be staying here with them. He thought if he behave like these humans, he should be okay. The black-haired boy asks to him that so, how long has it been for him. He answered uh, how long, he mean his age, he's 300 years, he means, Rake said he should be around 20 years old. The brown-haired boy asks to him that huh, he meant, how long he have living as a slave, or it was his first time. He said uh, well, he doesn't know anything, Rake said he has amnesia. The black-haird boy and the brown-haird boy surprised and shouted he has amnesia. He smiled. One of the two slaves asks him that he does even know what a slave is. He answered uh, nope. One of the two boys asks him that then he does know what this place is. He answered nope. One of the two boys asks him that any idea why he got sold off. He answered nope. The black-haired boy asks to him that just what he does know then. He answered um, nothing. Two boys surprised. The black-haired boy sighed and said what a weirdo. The brown-haired boy said to him that well then, if he has any questions, ask away, they'll tell him what they know. So about an hour later. Through their conversation, he was able to learn a lot about the human world. He learned about the shiny objects called money, how one Gold was worth 100 Gilds, one Gild was worth 100 Sild, and so on. He also learned about slavery, nations, cities, and such... After gathering his thoughts for a while, he finally realized what his situation was. He shouted in anger that hold on, that does mean Rake sold him. The black-haird boy asks to him that he has finally realized that he has been conned. The brown-haired boy said how naive, he must've looked after him with the intention of selling him from the beginning. He thought Rake, he bastard, so he weren't a kind human. One of the two boys asks him that he was okay. One of the two boys asks him that he must be shocked. He began to clench his fists and thought what should does he now, shuld he jsut transform back into a dragon and blow all of them away, no, if he did that, he'd be grounded for at least 400 years, he might not be able to see the human would again if he transform back. The black-haired boy said to the brown-haired boy that he can't trust anyone these days. The brown-haired boy said he must be shocked. He stretched and said well, it's no use thinking about it now. The brown haired boy said at this point, let's just hope they can get sold to a good place. They cover themselves with blankets. The black-haired boy said phew, he's tired, how long they have been chatting. The brown-haired boy said let's go to sleep, come on, newbie. He thought for now, he'll just does what they say, once he get sold as a sllave, he'll be dragged away somewhere. He held the blanket with his hands and thought once he's there, he'll find a quiet place and transform back into a dragon. He lied down and thought after that, he'll kill everyone who was involved in buying him, come back as a human again, great, his plan was perfect. One week after he was sold. The day of the slave auction. This huge building, which was comparable to the castle of an ordinary lord, was filled with blazing heat. Today was the day of the slave auction held once every seven days. The host shouted now, time for today's grand finale, he present to him a 20-year-old young man with fluttering hair the color of red flames and cute eyes with a wondrous beauty. The rhetoric was very extravagant. He, who was waiting behind the stage, revealed his curiosity. He thought wow, who're they talking about, he wanna see him too. At time time, he was surprised and said oh, wait, it was him. Eyes poured in from all directions. He said why's everyone so excited, humans are so hard to understand. Someone shouted 2,000 Gold. As a highlight, the auction price starts at 2,000 Gold. Someone shouted 2,500 Gold. Someone shouted 3,000 Gold. Because price was price, most competitors were eliminated in the early stages. Only one middle-aged man wearing a flashy primary color vest and a man with a sun-sounding voice wearing a jet-black cape wrapped around his head remain, continuing to raise the auction price. The guy with the flashy vest shouted 5,000 Gold over here. The man covered in something like a blanket shouted in a low, hoarse voice that he'll pay 5,500. The guy with the flashy vest shouted gah, then he'll offer 5,800. The cape guy shouted 6,000 Gold. Someone said good, good, they're on fire. He thought he's bored, he doesn't care who buys him, just get this over with. Someone shouted in a deep yet pleasant voice that 10,000 Gold, he'll pay 10,000 Gold. He was surprised. People say that no way, 10,000, they've got a bid for 10,000 gold, who it was. The guy with the flashy vest surprised. The cape guy shouted that's Darios, the first knight of Karsel. Darios walked towards him, who was standing blankly. He thought huh, what, that did silver human buy him. Words came out from all directions. Someone shouted Darios, Someone shouted the Silver Knight, Darios. Someone shouted Darios fon Goldbruf. Someone shouted he can't believe he's seeing a Dragon Slayer in person. Someone said but why was the famous Silver Knight here. Someone said could it be Darios swings that way. Embarrassed, Darios looked around. Someone said who know. Darios thought they seem to be gravely mistaken, but it'll only complicate things to try and explain himself here, let's just get this over with and leave. Darios shouted to the crowd again. Darios shouted anyone was else offering a bid, if not, they will acknowledge his ownership. Eyes were falling from all directions. Darios gave money to the host and said here it was, 10,000 Gold. Darios said to him that from now on, he was his master, he should follow him. The carriage carrying him left the auction house and started running. Darios rode on his horse in front of the wagon. He took a quick look. The day was setting and the forest was dark. The deep shadows of the trees were cast everywhere, giving off an eerie atmosphere. There was a wide open space in the middle of the thick forest where the trees were intentionally carved out for travelers on the forest path, and wagons stop there to stay. He, wore a light pink dress and his waist-length long red hair neatly braided with a yellow ribbon at the end, eating bread in front of a bonfire. Behind him, an elegant-looking middle-aged woman speaks to the person next to her and said to him that unbelievable, he looks even more similar with the outfit on, he's not just a look-alike, he's a carbon copy, even she thought he looks like princess Ione, if he wasn't a man, there'd be no difference. He thought what now, he did get sold as he planned, but they gave him new clothes and food, he should stay here a little longer, they seem nicer than the other humans he has met so farm he should just wait and see if he sold him out like Rake did. Darios spoke to him, who was busy looking around. Darios asked to him that what's his name. He answered that Arin. Darios kneeled in front of him and said he really does look alike. Darios asked to him that he wasn't curious why they dressed him that way. Darios said he must be flustred, being in this situation after living as a slave, first, he should explain why he bought him, from now on, he will act as a stand-in for princess Ione of the kingdom of Karsel. [8]
Darios said to him that a stand-in, that's right, they're knights from the kingdom of Karsel, they're on their way to the Batran Kingdom, but princess Ione could not travel with them due to certain circumstances, they were pulling their hair out wondering what they should do, that's when he met him, who looks very much like her. He thought a princess, his first job in the human world was being a slave, next up is being a princess, slaves and princesses are worlds apart. He asked to Darios that what does he does as a princess. Darios answered oh, there's no need for him to feel overwhelmed, just does as they said, all he has to does was accompany them. Darios said to him that get some rest then. As soon as Darios finished speaking, he got up and walked to where his men were. He thought huh, it's pretty simple, it really does seem like they are people who servs the princess, it shouldn't be a problem, if anything happens, he can just transform and wipe everything out. He saw moon floating in the sky. At this time, the elegant-looking middle-aged woman came to him and asked why he was still up. He was surprised. The elegant-looking middle-aged woman said to him that there's a lot to do tomorrow, he had better get some sleep. He said her to oh, excuse him. The elegant-looking middle-aged woman smiled and said to him that he should call her Reyses. He asked to Reyses that he has a question. Reyses asked to him that what it was. There was still something he was curious about. He asked, pointing to Darios that who that was silver man. Reyses surprised. Darios fon Goldbruf. Darios was a prodigy who joined the order of Karsel at the young age of 18, and attained the glory of becoming the first knight within just two years, for five years after that, he wandered around the entire continent, rescuing countless humans from monsters, and thereby received the title of Silver Knight. In the tent, Reyses said to him that it'd take more than five books to list all of his achievements. He shouted ooh, so is that man a hero, like from those adventure stories. Reyses answered huh, uh, pretty much. Reyses thought what's with this kid, everyone knows this already. Reyses said then, finally, after taking down Grateus, the evil White Dragon, he received the most honorable title, Dragon Slayer, he was the gretest knight in the Karsel Kingdom. He, who was listening to Reyses' story, was surprised to realize what that title of Darios meant. He thought a Dragon Slayer, so that human, killed a dragon, huh, he's sure Karstein said. In reminiscence, Karstein shouted those bastards were cowardly scum who'd stab an innocent dragon in the back, just to attain some title and satisfy their greed. He thought even Karstein, who was always benevolent, would get worked up and angry, whenever anyone mentioned a Dragon Slayer. Reyses standed up and said let her wrap up the story here, it's time for bed. He thought he doesn't understand, just how did a human kill a dragon. He solidified one thought that he's so curious. He stood up and went outside the tent. Reyses asked to him that oh, where he was going now. He shouted and answered he's curious about the knight's accomplishments. He shouted he's going to here it directly from him. Darios was sitting in front of the bonfire. As he approaches him, Darios startled by his appearance. His ruby-colored hair reflected the light of the bonfire, giving off a strange beauty. A corner of Darios' chest feels numb. Because the image of a woman he knew was reflected in that boy. Although Darios thought his expression was a bit strange, He immediately said to him. He said to Darios that he found him, he's still outside. Darios asked to him that what he was doing up at this hour. He smiled and said to Darios that he should tell him about how he caught a dragon. Darios briefly told him about himself and his comrades. Gaster, the royal mage, Pluto, the vice-captain of the order of Karsel, and finally, Vera, the best exorcist in Heleis. Then, Darios told him about fighting Grateus, the White Dragon. Darios said to him that that's how Grateus died, after that, the people called them Dragon Slayers. This was different from the usual human adventure stories. He couldn't help but feel uneasy. After finishing his story, Darios standing up and said to him that looking back, they were just lucky, oh, he has been rambling, he should go sleep now. Although he wanted to hear more about other things, he nodded obediently. In fact, he was a little sleepy. He answered to Darios that okay. He thought hump, he felt uncomfortable after listening to that story, Grateus the White Dragon, huh, if he hadn't looked down on humans, he woudn't have died that way, later, if he ever has to fight against humans, he won't be so careless. He stretched out and yawned. In the morning the carriages run. In the past, in the tent, someone said hm, they seem to be pretty much set for royal etiquette and the like, contrary to their worries, they're a quick learner. Reyses said to him that his disguise was good too, he can pass as a woman, that left them with one last problem, his voice, but that should be fixed once they arrive at the royal palace. He thought huh, his voice will change when he get to the palace, what kind of place was it. Someone shouted the capital's just ahead. He lifted the cloth and looked outside. Reyses shouted to him that it's dangerous, the carriage was still moving. He was surprised. He saw a city surrounded by large, circular fields. There were five roads passing through the city, and in the center, overlooking the hill, was a splendid palace, with dozens of towers, temples, and buildings lined up in a circle around it. A city made up of marble palaces, temples, and granite towers. Most of the ordinary buildings are made of brick, and buildings made of mud walls exist only sparsely outside the castle. Reyses said to him that she told him earlier, that was Serkarsel, the capital of the Karsel Kingdom. [9]
Someone shouted that hey, Arin, stop looking around, and sit up straight. His eyes shine, and Reyses embarrassed. He thought wow, amazing, the village he saw before was nice too, but this place was way better, so many huge buildings were packed in such an enormous place, humans really do live in very diverse environments. Before he knew it, the carriage had reached the gates of Serkarsel. While he looked around the city for a while, the carriage came up to the gates of Serkarsel, and the five soldiers who were standing in front of the gates that saw Darios' face and holding spears bend their waists at right angles and sent them into the palace. He was spellbound as he looked at the palace gate covered in gold leaf and decorated with various decorations. Reyses said to him with a faint smile that this was his home from now on. And Reyses added a word quietly that for the time being, she meant. The Central Palace of Serkarsel. A huge mural depicting all kinds of human figures and natural scenes fills the ceiling. He said whoa. He can also saw a huge space called 'Hall' where stone pillars thicker than oak trees that have grown for over 200 years were lined up in a row. He looked around the palace while being guided by Reyses. The purpose was to teach everyone to become familiar with the shape of the royal palace. Reyses said to him that first, please take a look around the palace, he must familiarize himself with the ways in the palace, stay focused and drill it all into his head. After looking around most of the places, he was finally able to get directions to his room. In front of the large door decorated in detail with beautiful gold leaves, Reyses blinked for the last time. Reyses said from today onwards, he's no longer him, he's Princess Ione. Reyses asked he does understand, him. He answered yes. Reyses angry and shouted it's wrong, he mustn't answer, she said he's Princess Ione, not Arin. He asked oh, that's how it works. Reyses angry and said he's Ione, do not forget that he's the Princess of the Kingdom of Karsel. Reyses asked he does understand, him. He doesn't answered. Reyses sighed and said good, at least he's not brainless, then, please relax until dinnertime. Reyses left as if satisfied. He answered okay. He said oh, so this was the room he'll be staying in. He opened the door. He began to look around the room. It was a room surrounded by walls of pure white marble. Many paintings and expensive-looking furniture decorated the interior. He frantically looked around the room, comparing things he had only heard about with reality. He shouted wooow. He surpirsed and shouted it's full of cool things. An object that was smooth, has a thin snout, and has a flower in it. He said so this was a flower vase. There was also a strange object hanging on the wall that showed his face. He saw a mirror and said whoa, what's this, it's so small and cute. It was in the meantime. He found a portrait of a girl with red hair. He said huh, it's his face. The words written in one corner of the picture caught his eyes. In commemoration of Princess Ione el Karsel and her noble beauty. It looked like a portrait of a person named Princess Ione. He said oh, so this was a portrait of Princess Ione, they do look alike. He was constantly comparing mirrors and portraits. Suddenly there was a knocking sound. He said yay, it's his dinner. He, who was about to make a fuss, startled. He thought oh, right, he almost forgot, remember to be dignified. After adjusting his appearance, he opened his mouth gracefully. He said they may bring it in. It was a time when he was secretly satisfied with his acting skills. The door opened and a black-haired maid in her early 20s came in, dragging a silver table on wheels. An amazing smell lingered at the tip of his nose. The maid shouted oh, her, he look exactly like her, actually, he look even more dignified than Princess Ione. The maid said oh right, she should introduce herself first, she's Mina, she's Princess Ione's maid. Mina started chatting as she circled around him. Mina said she heard he's a boy, his hair's super nice though, ooh, his skin too, what he does wash his hair with, wow, he's so skinny, his waist was thinner than hers, oh, wow, there's not a single hair on his legs, ah, his lips are all rosy too. Thanks to this, even his head seemed to be spinning. He thought ugh, what's with this maid, how can she chatter away like this, his head was spinning, it's making him feel really dizzy. Mina said so, in other words, she's the only maid who knew his identity, the other maids won't serve him, and just in case of any accidents at the palace. Mina wraps her arms around his shoulders. Mina said they must always stick together. He thought this human, she prattled for a good 30 minutes when she could've said it in a few lines. At this time, a rumbling sound is heard from his stomach. Mina regretted it and smiled and said, oops, sorry, she talked too much, huh, she was just so fascinated. Mina said right, he must be starving. Then Mina opened the lid first and said let't eat. There was roast chicken there. He thought chicken. He shouted yes. After dinner, Mina took him into a dark hallway. He asked what was this place. Mina knocked on a door. A middle-aged man in his 40s wearing a jet black robe with sharp eyes opened the door and said she's late. [10]
The man with sharp eyes immediately placed his hand on his neck and muttered something for a long time. A blue glow came from his hands. Afterwards, a blue light appeared behind him and then disappeared. The man said good, his magic worked perfectly. He said what magic. He, who was just opening his mouth, was taken aback. He said huuuh, his voice, his voice was all shrill and high-pitched, it's weird. Mina said oh her god, he really sound like Princess Ione now. Mina looked at the middle-aged man with admiration and said thank him, Mr. Latnile. Latnile also answered confidently that now everyone will believe this child was Princess Ione. In the room where Mina took him, in addition to the middle-aged man, Reyses and a sturdy young man with black hair were also standing there. While he tested his voice, Reyses paid tribute to the middle-aged man that incredible as always, she heard it's difficult to cast a Voice Change spell so perfectly. The man said the magic spell itself isn't difficult, the challenge was in how well they remember the voice they're changing it to, but that's not a problem for him, he has heard the princess's voice since she was little. Suddenly the man asked this should be enough to fool them, right, Pluto. The black-haired young man called Pluto also looked satisfied. Pluto said he really does resemble her. Pluto asked he'll be a stand in for just a day or two at most so this much should be fine, right, Gaster. He, who was listening to the conversation between the two, suddenly felt interested. He thought Gaster and Pluto, right, Darios told him about them in his stories. He shouted and asked the guy in the black hood must be Gaster, the mage of Karsel, and the black-haired guy must be Pluto, the vice-captain of the order of Karsel. Mina, who was startled, quickly corrected his words. Mina said to him that he should adress them as "Misters". Gaster and Pluto looked at him in confusion. Pluto asked to him that hmm, wait, he know their names. Gaster asked to him that he heared he were uninformed about the world, where he did hear about them. He answered it's from Darios, he heard him all killed a dragon together. At that moment, a bitter smile appeared on the lips of the two people. Gaster let out a laugh. Gaster said hoho, he saw, if he heard it directly from Darios, then what he know was close to the truth. Pluto said according to the people at the local bar, he's a superhuman who ripped the dragon's wing off with a single blow and caused it to fall. Gaster said and he apparently smashed the dragon's head with Meteor Strike, if he had really mastered a ninth circle spell, why he would has gone through the trouble. He was puzzled. He thought for some reason, they don't seem to be in a good mood, strange, he's sure Karstein told him that, humans kill dragons just to attain a title and satisfy their greed. He asked excuse him, they two weren't proud of being called Dragon Slayers. Gaster let out something that was close to a complaint. Gaster said well, sure, they're proud, but it's not exactly something to boast about, they still have trouble sleeping just thinking about those days. Pluto continued that people thought they can easily take down a dragon or two, geez, damn it, they should see one for themselves. Gaster said he wouldn't understand just hearing about it, how terrifying its massive body was. Pluto strongly agreed with Gaster's grumbling voice. Pluto said sigh, Darios just had to see for himself. He looked at their reaction and it seemed like they were quite scared of it. He thought hmm, sounds like it was quite frightening. Suddenly, he remembered something else that puzzled him. He thought but, what did they mean by "fool them" earlier. He went back to his room, put on his pajamas, lied down on the bed, and thought that he should wait and saw how things went, or he should run off now, but mom might find him if he were to transform in such a crowded city, nothing's particularly concerning right now, oh, they did said they'll be going to the Batran Kingdom, he'll decide along the way then. One week later, he left Serkarsel and set out for the Batran Kingdom, escorted by about 50 cavalrymen. Mina, who was riding the carriage together, unfolded a strangely drawn picture on a piece of white paper. Mina said to him that here, take a close look at this map, this was the Karsel Kingdom, which was where they were now, their destination, the Batran Kingdom, was here, he does saw the Hanan River flowing through the two countries, they're going to a dock to take a boat ride up. As he listened to the story, he noticed something strange. He pointed to one side of the map with his finger. He asked huh, it wouldn't be much faster to went through the mountains, whey they're going around. Mina answered oh, no human can went through those mountains because, Karsearin, the evil Red Dragon, lived there. It felt somewhat familiar, and it was near the rare where he lived. He thought huh, evil dragon, he's not that bad. Mina, who had no way of knowing what he was thinking, continued. Mina said, apparently, countless people died because of that dragon, it massacred everyone and obliterated the area, the dragon hated humans so much, it'll breathe fire at the mere sight of their shadows. Before speaking, Mina trembled. It seemed like she was afraid just by saying it out loud. Mina said they said no one's ever come back alive. He thought what in the world she was saying. Mina trembled and said it's so scary. Of course, he was taken aback. He thought he was such a frightening perso--he meant, dragon. He just can't understand. He thought he'll breathe fire at the mere sight of human shadows, he came out to the human world because he had never seen a human in his life. He asked if no one's come back alive, how she does knew the dragon's name was Karsearin. Mina's expression also became strange. Mina said huh, good point. Even though she thought about it, she felt like something was a bit out of sync with her. Mina said she doesn't really know, anyway, that's what the book said. He was worried. He thought he's sure the book was talking about him, but the more he thought about it, it's strange, and unfair, he didn't does anything wrong, why he should be called an evil dragon. A question suddenly occurred to him. He asked by any chance, the book did mention a dragon named Karstein. Mina answered Karstein, oh, it did, but there wasn't much, it said, "An ancient Red Dragon that lives in the Lartead Mountains. Extremely violent. Do not approach." that was all. That seemed to have been written correctly again. He thought that sounds pretty accurate, so what's with his description. Meanwhile, the carriage continued to move forward. Before they knew it, Serkarsel had long since disappeared from sight, and the carriage he was riding entered the dense forest and began moving down the forest path. Someone said hmm, seemed like they're almost there. When they arrived at the port city of Lael, they headed for Batran, via the large Hanan River. [11]
Hanan River (a large river). He watched the riverside scenery from the deck of a narrow wooden boat called Kelt. The cool river breeze passed through his hair. He said wow, this was great, the forest air was nice and fresh, but the cool wind here was great too. He thought he never felt like this when he was a dragon. It was at a time when he was deeply immersed in the 'refreshing sensation of the river breeze'. Someone said Princess Ione, the wind has gotten very chilly, when she doesn't return to the cabin for now. He said huh, but she's fine. Mina, who was standing nearby, trembled and spoke to him that no, Her Highness, if she was to catch a cold. Mina shivered and said she's cold. Mina said she should go inside, Her Highness. He also accepted the words gracefully, just as he had learned that okay, let's go--. At this time, water splashed behind him. He turned around in surprise. He saw a big fish and said wow, what an incredibly huge fish, something like that lived in the river. He saw water. He thought amazing, he's glad he transformed into a human. Mina saw him and shouted Her Highness. The western dock of the Kingdom of Batran. Arin's boat arrived at a small dock on the riverside. Because it was built in the middle and upper reaches of the river, it was a shabby place compared to the huge port of Lael. At the dockside, knights riding horses with the coat of arms of the Kingdom of Batran were already waiting for him and the others, to be exact, Princess Ione and the others. Someone said dear noble Princess of Karsel, welcome to the Kingdom of Batran. Following their guidance, he and the others arrived at a white and clean two-story building. A man greeted them at the door of the room and said though it may be shabby, please make herself at home. The door closed. Contrary to what the man said, the room was not shabby at all. someone said shabby, this room, it's so spacious and clean, though. He said this place was full of things that he's never seen before, it looked so fun, let's see, where he should start. Mina said Her Highness, she could please get ready to stody, she must review the ins and outs as much as possible, before they arrive at Alkanas, the capital city of Batran. He said ugh. Mina said come on, there's no time to play, let's dive in right away. At this time, a growling sound is heard from someone's stomach. He asked they can study after they eat. He sat quietly in the spacious dining room where the regale was prepared. He began to move his hands holding the fork and knife gracefully. After all, he learned a lot about table manners at Serkarsel. Naturally, he was able to continue eating. He wiped his mouth and thought humans sure were fussy, it's just a meal, why they must make it so complicated, sell, as long as it's delicious. Someone spoke to him, who was busy eating. Someone said excuse him, she must be Princess Ione from the Kingdom of Karsel. He was a young man who looked like a sissy, that was, quite handsome by human standards. The young man smiled and introduced himself. He said he's Kasler el Libeid, here to represent the Kingdom of Libeid in the council, as the heir of Libeid, he's honored to meet the heir of Karsel. He thought what's this, he's eating, this was so annoying. He rose, smiled and said oh no, the honor was hers. He thought go ahead and be honored all he want, he's just going to quickly finish his food. His training so far wasn't in vain, and he was wonderful both inside and out and had fun with himself. Kasler seemed to find his gentle smiling expression a favor and continued speaking subtly. Kasler said if she has finished eating, he'd like to has a word with her in private. He said what, no, she's not done ye--. Mina surprised. At this time, he's greatly surprised. Mina looked away, and he turned around in pain. He thought ouch, that really hurt, at least clip her nails before poking him. Mina smiled evilly and said then let them move elsewhere, Her Highness. He thought hmph, there goes his dinner. Someone asked as a member, what she does think about the upcoming council of the Six Nations Alliance. Someone thought what's he talking about, what Mina did tell him to does in this situation, oh, right. Someone answered well, she'd like to hear his thoughts first, Prince Kasler. This was a large terrace connected to the dining room. The two lean on the railing and talk. Kasler who's holding a wine glass, said of course, as the representative of a nation, he's working on the necessary preparations, the Six Nations Alliance brought nations together on equal footing, however, the strengths of each nation differ vastly, do they not, as an example, the population and land of the garrison state of Arasnan were two times bigger than the other nations, save for the Libeid Kingdom, known for its chivalry, the other kingdoms would find it difficult to stop Arasnan even if they were to join forces. Mina and Kasler's servants were waiting on the other side of the terrace, about 10 meters (about 32.8084 ft) away. There was no way for his words to escape. Kasler continued that oh, of course, that's only if Arasnan showed any signs of revolt, haha. Kasler drank wine. Kasler asked so, Batran wouldn't and Sarbazan naturally take great interest in this council, since they share a border with Arasnan. He chimed in with a serious expression. He answered how intriguingly insightful. Of course, only his expression was serious. He has no idea what Kasler's talking about. He thought yeah, whatever that meant. Kasler continued the story without even guessing what he was thinking. Kasler asked in the end, the power dynamic of the Six Nations Alliance depended on the Karsel Kingdom, and since her, the Princess of Karsel, has shown up, wouldn't Batran and Sarbazan be quite relieved. He answered yes, they must be. Someone laughed haha. Mina thought good, him, he's doing great. Kasler said with this, the rumored alliance between Arasnan and Karsel has been proven false, well, the Kingdom of Batran was situated between the two kingdoms, it must not be easy to join forces. He smiled and asked right. Kasler said from the beginning, he found it funny that they're holding a council, due to some baseless rumors. He thought this human sure talked a mouthful, he was nervous that he might find out how ignorant he's, but as Mina said, he just has to repeat the last thing he said it's nothing difficult. Suddenly, Kasler changed the topic. Kasler said oh, but the number of her escorts seemed pretty small. He asked what. Kasler said Batran was made up of mostly rugged mountains and forests, unlike Karsel, monsters frequently appear, how could there be so few troops escorting the Princess of a nation. He thought so what if there were so few, what he does expect him to said. He has never learned anything like this. Mina said Her Highness, it's gotten dark and chilly, she suggest her pause here and get some rest, what she does think. He was surprised. She interrupted him with good timing. He said well then. However, the heir to Libeid, First Prince Kasler, seemed to have no intention of letting him go. Kasler said why they don't move together, he has ten knights and 20 brave, elite soidiers at his disposal, he's not so weak himself either. As he continued speaking, he raised the long sword at his waist. Mina thought that's the golden lion crest of the Libeid knight of order, Libeid, the Kingdom of chivalry, doesn't bestow the title of a knight to someone who's weak, even if they were royalty, so he must be powerful enough to be granted knighthood, it's obvious why he insisted on traveling together, Karsel was safe from foreign invasion, and at the same time was perfect for tranding, thanked to its prime location, the Kingdom of Karsel was financially the most powerful nation in the Six Nations Alliance, the Kingdom of Karsel itself was not a big therat to the other nations, but if another nation attained the Karsel Kingdom, which has no prince, then the long-standing Six Nations Alliance will fall apart, was Libeid also after Princess Ione, traveling together might not be a bad idea, but. Mina thought for a moment and responded politely that thank him for his generous offer, however, they weren't so weak themselves, Prince Kasler, though only one knight accompanied them, his name was Pluto fon Croword. A look of astonishment appeared in Kasler's eyes. Kasler shouted Sir, Sir Pluto the Dragon Slayer, he's here in person. [12]
In the Anasteid Mercenary Guild, someone shouted what another did say. Rake shouted the royal investigation team left. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid said yes, the royal investigation team concluded that it wasn't a dragon. Rake shouted he meant, of course it wasn't a dragon, but... ...goddammit. Rake thought so what if it's not a dragon, the royal investigation team aren't going too far, how could they conclude that it was arson committed by someone living nearby... The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid said to Rake that as he may knew, Sahan Village has committed a lot of atrocities, in the end, it led to their demise. Rake leaned one arm on the desk and asked even so, there were eye witnesses... ...what if someone's pulled some strings. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid sighed and answered that's probably it, but what can they do even if that is the case, if someone was indeed behind it, then they are powerful enough to wife out an entire village, what can mere mercenaries like them do against such a high-ranking official. Rake thought right... if he meddle in every affair like this... ...he wouldn't last long as a mercenary. Rake said oh dear, he thought it'd be an interesting mission but he wasted his time, haha. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid held out the papers to Rake, trying to appease him and said since he's here anyway, why he doesn't take on something else, this assignment just came in. Rake was surprised. Someone picked up one of the peeled apple slices on a fork and said, darling. ♡ A cute girl with long hair spoke in a voice that was so creepy it was almost creepy and said to someone that should try this one too, that should say "Aah"! ♡ The girl said to a young man of average appearance, who looked to be about twenty years old that what he does thought, it isn't delicious. The man spoke with a big smile on his face that of course it's, it's even tastier when she's feeding him. The girl said jeez, the man is making her blush. One sunny afternoon, He was sitting on a park bench. Arin thought what was up with those horrific voices, those were humans also affected by voice changing spells. He thought but he doesn't felt any mana... He saw the girl and the man and thought ...even if it isn't magic, they're certainly under some kind of influence, all they're doing is just looking at each other... Only then did he realize that there were quite a few other humans in the park who behaved in a similar manner. Men and women who acted in a completely uninteresting manner, acting as if they had treasure right in front of them. He thought ...what they're so amused about. He, who had been staring blankly, folded his arms and placed them behind his head and thought humans... ...were so hard to understand, anyway, what's taking Rake so long.[Rake's eyes lit up as he looked through the documents and said hmm, this is a tidy sum. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid asked to Rake that which mission he's talking about. Rake answered oh, that one... The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid asked to Rake that ...well, it doesn't apply to him, it does. Rake answered not at all, but... in any case... ...all they're looking for is a red-haired boy with no connections whatsoever, a whole 500 Gold for that. Rake thought this mission is totally... ...tailored to him, red hair... ...with no connections. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid asked to Rake that why, he does has someone in mind. Rake smiled broadly and answered yep, he knew just the person. Rake put his hand on the paper and said in fact, he's very much interested in becoming a mercenary himself. Still, the Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid looked uneasy and asked to Rake that it will be okay, the fact that they're looking for a person with no connections... meant they're expecting trouble. Rake responded calmly to the Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid's nagging that's not a problem, he's sure he can take care of himself, he almost killed him, he saw. The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid's expression changed in surprise and shouted what he did, that's incredible, he's not the child of an aristocrat, he's, that'd be a real problem. Rake said he doubt it, he had no problem selling him as a slave-- The Mercenary Commission Head of Anasteid asked to Rake that what, a slave. Rake said with a hearty laugh that n-nothing, anyway, there's anything he can do. He yawned as he sat on a bench in a park where the sunset was setting. Someone asked him, he has been waiting like he told him. He shouted Rake. He was angry and shouted he was bored to death, what Rake took so long. Rake said he got him an assignment. Rake looked back at him. congratulations, him, he's now officially a mercenary. He smiled and shouted an assignment. Rake said that's right, and it's worth 50 Gold. Rake smirked and thought huhu... this kid's great at helping him fill his pockets, he thought he'd use his spirit magic and ended up hitting the jackpot, it's actually worth 500 Gold. Even though he's him, something was suspicious at this point and asked with his eyes half-open that huh, wait, he got an assignment, why they did assign him a mission without even meeting him. Rake was surprised. Rake, who does a double take, quickly whispered in his ear what he wanted to hear that h-he was lucky, thank his red hair, he can even learn swordsmanship like he wanted. He quickly abandoned his doubts when he heard that he could learn swordsmanship, his eyes lit up and shouted swordsmanship. Rake thought what a simpleton... Rake said first, let's grab something to eat. he'll tell him the details over dinner. He was delighted and thought great, at last... ...he will learn to wield the sword. [13]
An inn restaurant in the city of Anasteid. Rake took a seat in the hall, and when he ate a modest dinner, he tilting his beer and said from now on, his mission is to... ...infiltrate Shihad Academy as a student. [13] Rake said let him explain what the assignment is. Rake tapped his finger on a city on the map and said this here... is Cahillan, the capital of Libeid, this city is where the Shihad Academy is located. Rake smirked and said his first assignment... ...is to sneak in as a student and fit in naturally. He asked Shihad... Academy. Rake answered yeah, formerly known as an academic research institutes of sorts, they used to teach magic, pharmacology, medicine, law, and such, but because Libeid Kingdom upholded chivalry to its highst form... ...the academy has become a place to train knights. Rake shrugged and said basically, a training school, ridiculous, it isn't, even though being a knight isn't an occupation, it's a title, unlike the other nations, Libeid enforces an examination system to appoint knights. He drank water. Rake said simply put, one must pass the test to become a knight here, that's why students in their teens, when they're most receptive to learning, were trained as knights... ...right here in Shihad Academy. The two were silent. Rake said in other words, if he take on this assignment, he can finally learn to wield a sword as he wished. He smiled and shouted oh, he got it. Rake said just enroll himself in the academy and focus on learning swordsmanship, then later, he does one favor, and the job is done, simple, it isn't. He asked what kind of favor. Rake answered that's a secret, first, let's get him all freshened up, from now on, he will become Arin Aslan, the son of Aslan the multimillionaire, he should doesn't forget he's now Arin Aslan. He thought let's see, he successfully entered the academy... [14]
A few days later. A living room furnished with elegant, if not extravagant, furniture. A dignified old lady opened her mouth politely that nice to meet him, he truly was beautiful, just like his mother, now, he should please make himself comfortable. Someone poured black tea into Arin's cup. The old lady handed him a piece of paper and said here's the rules of Shihad Academy, he should please take a look. After receiving the paper, he read the contents carefully and thought what's this, it's full of does and don'ts, hmm, the old lady told him to look, she didn't say to memorize them. The old lady said please he should read through it slowly, then follow Sera. [13]
Sera who's a maid that said to him that let her guild him to his room, this way... Sera left the living room first, and he quickly followed her. As he walked down the hallway, he thought back to the past, when he was still staying in Anasteid City. [13]
Shihad Academy. In principle, only aristocrats are allowed to enroll in this academy. However, there are tow exceptions, first, students with magic. Magicians are talented and sought after, so there's no reason to exclude them. Second, students who make a generous donation to the academy. Their donations cover most of the academy's expenses, so even commoners are allowed to enroll. Not that the aristocrats would openly accept them. Even nobles can't help but feel jealous of a commoner who is undeniably exceptional. However... ...he, a commoner who was only visually striking... ...had to hold a huge pail over his head. He was whining while holding a large bucket over his head. He thought agh... ...he's getting tired... He said this is... the kind of trial that warriors go through. His legs were shaking. Arin said their trials in the epic tales sounded so cool, but in reality... ...it's torture. A drill instructor who was teaching the apprentice knights swordsmanship let out a loud shout that he should hold it properly, if his arms drop any lower, he'll fill the pail with water. He thought f-fill the pail, the drill instructor is trying to kill him. [14]
The drill instructor sighed inwardly and said hah... ...how he's struggling to hold up an empty pail... ...he understand he made a donation, but how he's supposed to make a knight out of such a frail child... He rubbed his arms and groaned that oww, his arms... ...if only he'd woken up a little earlier, he wouldn't have been late... A boy slowly approached him, who was freeing him trembling arms and said hey, him. He said he... is his roommate... The boy said he doesn't tink he has introduced himself yet, he's Seton, Seton Sarasnein. Seton grinned and asked to him that his arms were okay. He responded firmly to Seton's concerns that no, it hurt so much. Seton said h-how honest of him. Seton said sorry for leaving first without waking him up this morning, he didn't do it on purpose... he's mad at him, since they're roommates, he hoped they can get along. He thought get along... ...like the humans he saw before. He said yes, let's do that, thanked for being so caring. Seton said y-yeah, that's great-- He suddenly rushed towards Seton and wrapped his slender arms around his body. He blushed and said he guessed they're be sleeping in the same room from now on, he's looking foward to rooming together, Seton. Seton's body was frozen. All the knight candidates gathered in the training ground were shocked and murmured among themselves that what's up with those two, they're having date night in the training hall, what, that does mean Seton is into... he get that the redhead is cute, he isn't a guy. Seton thought oh, god... ...his roommate is a total weirdo... Gaster said let's be clear here, their prey isn't on the run, he doesn't even know they're after him. Vera asked Gaster don't have a spell to track someone down, why he doesn't use that. [14]
Gaster sighed and answered the spell won't work, he can't track Arin's presence, it's useless. Vera asked Gaster can't track his presence, how that's possible. Gaster answered how he would knew, maybe it's because he's a dragon. Kias said even so, a dragon is fully human while it's transformed, it should be no different from any other human. Gaster's eyes lit up and asked oho, he has never heard of that, where he did hear that, Mr. Kias. Kias answerd he read it in an ancient book. Gaster said haha, he'd like to give it a read too. Darios sighed and said they should get back to the subject at hand... Gaster stood up and said ...they can't waste time on a whild goose chase, especially since... this country is enemies with Karsel. [14]
A splendid reception room decorated with all sorts of rare flowers, paintings, and gold and silver treasures. A healthy young man in his twenties and a man in his forties with a dignified appearance were conversing. Rake said he heard redheads were being kidnapped at random, Mr. Aslan... Aslan said ...according to his intel, it seemed to be related to the Black Dragon. Rake asked what if... he's been kidnapped too. Aslan answered that seemed to be the case, a few cadets have already gone missing, to confirm, he asked to meet as his father, but all he got back was an excuse, apparently, they're not allowing any visits during this important time. Aslan, who had been grumbling, nervously put down the teacup he was drinking on the table and said things were spiraling out of control, he was looking for a redhead to stand in for his son, who knew his plan would come back to bite him, they're so afraid of the dragon that they'd willingly sacrifice the children of royals and aristocrats. Rake replied with a smile that it's the logical thing to do... ...they'll have no authority to speak of if Libeid falled to ruin, haha. Aslan clicked his tongue and said in any case... ...they must find him, that's how he'll get his hands on... that thing inside Shihad Academy. [15]
His sword was cracked. His face turned pale. Seton suggested that easy there, him, he'll buy him a new sword. Ludwig laughed and shouted that haha, leave him be, Seton. Seton looked back and shouted father, how he could be so insensitive... A servant came to Ludwig and said his Lord, he brought what he asked for. Ludwig said to the servant that aha, well done, he may leave. Ludwig smiled and said, he's sorry for breaking his sword, he may make up for it with this. Ludwig was carrying a long bundle wrapped around something. He unwrapped the bundle and asked what it's. He was surprised to saw something. Ludwig said it's called Swift Steel. He held a sword about 4ft (1.2 meters) long. Ludwig said apparently, the sword came from the east, but he doesn't know the details, he stumbled upon it in his youth, but he stored it away since he had no use for it. Seton was puzzled and asked no use, why not, it looked like a pretty fancy sword... Ludwig sighed and answered the shape of the sword is too different, it doesn't match the swordsmanship of the central continent. Seton asked then the sword would be useless for him too... Ludwig laughed and answered not exactly, he'll know when he tries the sword. Meanwhile, he looked at the sword with wide eyes. The sword sheath was elegant and finished with gold leaf, and the handle was also inlaid with jewels. He sparkled his eyes and thought this looked more like a warrior's sword. Ludwig watched he continue to stare at the sword, smiled and said he seemed happy enough, he should try swinging it, and he'll see what he meant. Seton thought he was crying his eyes out a moment ago... After holding the sword, he took it out of its scabbard and said it's not a rapier though, this sword looked way too heavy to swing... The blade was engraved with a beautiful pattern. He was surprised and said ...huh. He tried swordsmanship. Seton was surprised too and shouted, how can he wield the sword so easily, it isn't heavy. He answered not at all, the sword is even lighter than the rapier he used... ...it does weigh much less than it looked, no... it felt like... ...he has became stronger. Ludwig said correct, the sword has a spell to increase his physical strength. Seton looked back at Ludwig in surprise and shouted he's saying... ...the sword is an Enchanted Sword, he's sure he can swing that around like this. Ludwig nodded and said hmm, the sword is dangerous, he must say, an Enchanted Sword allowed its user to perform the spell engraved on the blade using their mana, the only catch is that ten times more mana is required to wield the magic... than to cast the spell, mana is a vital force that sustained life, unless a person is a mage or a Sword Master, an Enchanted Sword depleted the mana of ordinary individuals, leading to premature death. Impressed by Ludwig's explanation, Seton exclaimed the sword is too dangerous for him. Ludwig said Seton should calm down, kiddo. Ludwig asked Seton does really thought he didn't consider the risk. Seton answered yes. Ludwig shouted Seton should have some faith in him, will him, this is how he raised him. Ludwig said at first glance, this sword looked like an Enchanted Sword, but it required no more mana than casting a spell, it is a Mystic Sword. Seton shouted huh, the sword is that a good thing. Ludwig said of course the sword is, Mystic Swords are covented by many, the five Magic Swords that have left their marks in history... ...the five great Magic Swords of the continent, are also Mystic Swords. Seton was surprised and shouted then this sword is... ...as powerful as one of those legendary swords. Ludwig said obviously not, if it was, he'd has kept the sword for himself. Seton looked embarrassed and thought that's true... father is as cheap as ever... Ludwig said the sword's only been cast with a spell to Enhance Physical Strength anyway. He swung the sword. Ludwig said he bet a dragon made it to kill time... since only dragons can craft Mystic Swords. Seton said hey, let him try holding that sword, it looked pretty neat... At that time, Ludwig hurriedly stopped Seton that no, the sword will be a disaster if he does. Seton said what, why, father said it's fine since the sword is not an Enchanted Sword. Ludwig shouted sure, the sword is better than an Enchanted Sword, but only because it absorbs less mana... Mystic Swords still continually deplete Seton's mana. Seton shouted then the sword is dangerous. Ludwig smiled and said he'll be fine, he's overflowing with enough mana to use Spirit Magic, he'll wear out before the sword absorbs his mana to a dangerous degree. Seton said he supposed... that's true, the sword truly is... ...the perfect weapon for him right now. He wore the sword he had been given as a gift around his waist. Ludwig said it's called the Dazzling Dragon Sword, knowing the name may come in hardy later, the gems are purely ornamental and unrelated to magic, so he can sell them if he ever find himself in a pinch. He smiled and thanked Ludwig that thanked him, Mister. He shouted Seton, come give him a hand with his technique. Seton said sure, sure. Ludwig looked at him. Ludwig thought ...incredible, even now, he can sense a great amount of mana emitting from him, just how much mana he does possessed, his mana is comparable to his, and he's a Sword Master, with the proper training, he may have the potential to become the strongest Sword Master of all time, the problem is... He took up his sword and shouted here he came, Seton. Seton and him clashed swords and he shouted ha. He swung his blade over Seton's head and shouted he should take that. Seton said, he should stop charging like a bull in a china shop and apply what he learned, he can read his moves like a book. Ludwig thought he has no talent for swordsmanship, he has no idea how he can train him, he's sticking to the basics... ...but considering the time he spent learning at the academy, he's awful, his potential as an Elementalist is quite something... ...but there's a limit to training him as a Swordsman, what a shame... ...why he should be bothered... ...effort alone can't make Spirit Magic more powerful anyway... he'll learn as he grew, until, then, it's best that he gave it his all. Ludwig asked him, if he doesn't mind, he can help him train with that sword. He shouted yes, by all meant. [16]
Before they knew it, it was time for them to return to Shihad Academy. Ludwig stood in front of the two men in front of the carriage. He asked huh, they shouldn't be traveling back on foot since they're on a knight-errantry. Seton was angry and shouted he doesn't even joke about it. Ludwig gave them some words of encouragement that he heard the Shihad Fighting Tournament is ten days, they'll arrive in the nick of time if they take a carriage, the guards will accompany them so they won't be late, the tournament will be a good experience for them, he should consider it an opportunity to hone their skills. Ludwig laughed and said Seton don't be too dissappointed if he lose in the first round. Seton shouted wait a second, father. Seton stopped listening to the story seriously and made a face that why father is so sure they'll lose in the first round. Ludwig sad because Seton's skills are barely enough to pass the first round, wait, maybe not for him, he may make it quite far by using his spirit magic. Seton asked he does... not have a chance. Ludwig spoke firmly that it's zero. Seton's expression turned sulky and shouted how father can be so sure. Ludwig said because he's a Sword Master. Seton said wow, father is really putting his foot down on this... ...how could he be so mean to his son, he's hurt. Ludwig smiled and said it's because Seton is his son, oh, him, he should do his best, and he's sure he'll do well. He smiled and asked to Ludwig that he thought so, what he should do and how. Ludwig smiled and said he doesn't use his sword, just he should let his spirits does the work. Now his expression has become sulky and said but he's an aspiring swordsman... Ludwig saw the two off, laughing heartily that now, they should go on or they'll be late, have a safe trip, and they don't be so lazy, they hear. The carriage ran along the official road, escorted by count's private soldiers. Seria asked Rake is still unable to reach him... ...she heard the Black Dragon released everyone she kidnapped. Rake said speaking of which, he requested a visit, only to be told something ridiculous. Seria asked again that something ridiculous. Rake said listen to this... ...he went to on a knight-errantry. Seria asked ...that's really so ridiculous. Rake shouted yes, that does make sense to Seria, it's a miracle if he can complete the mission with his crappy skills... ...he just hope he's holding his sword properly. Rake said this can only mean... ...he's hiding something. He suddenly sneezed achoo. Seton asked what's up, he did catch a cold. He wiped his nose and answered nope, it's just a sneeze. Seton asked maybe he's coming down with something after the stress of the mission. Rake walked and said well... it's better that way, if he really is a dragon, they better not get involved, the tournament started in three days, that's when the security at Shihad Academy got the most lax... ...a golden opportunity they can't afford to miss, if the academy is hiding something, then all they have to do is devise a new plan. Seton checked the bracket and said hmm, this year has quite a lot of participants too, it seemed they've been divided into eight groups for the preliminary round. Seton asked him, he did check his bracket, which group he's in. He checked the bracket and answered he's in... Group 1, what about Seton. Seton said Group 7, looked like they won't have to fight each other in the preliminaries, good luck, he'll cheer him on. He took his Dazzling Dragon Sword out of its scabbard and said thanked, which this sword, he can win using his swordsmanship. Seton said uh... right, he got this. Seton smiled bitterly haha and thought he bet he can make it to the finals... ...if he used spirit magic instead of the sword. Seton said he should come on, let's go prepare to fight. [17]
Season 2[]
Kiadrys shouted this sensation... it's him. Kiadrys thought no... ...the sensation's already gone, what's going on, his Search Magic won't work and he doesn't sense his presence, how this is possible, it's like there's a fog growing thicker and thicker... Kiadrys said blast, he lost him... [18]
He held a hare's ears in one hand, and Aria held a hare's ears in each hand and he said look, they got rabbits. Yuna was surprised and asked how'd he catch rabbits so quickly. He answered rabbits hopped over when he asked. Yuna thought oh, he did use Dragon Fear, the power that made all living things surrender, she guessed he can subdue a rabbit, even in human form... Yuna's eyes lit up and said great job, he should leave the cooking to her. Yuna quickly searched through her robe. A dagger, a skewer for grilling, and several vials containing spices immediately popped out. He asked that's a magic clock. They skewered the hares whole, placed them on the campfire, and began roasting them. Seton asked what he does think. He ate roast hare hectic and answered hmm, good question, he has no idea. Seton was troubled and thought ...it's up to him to decide... Seton said the academy's probably razed to the ground, and he said Mr. Aslan is currently in Sarbazan, right, that leaved them with two options, either they go to his place, or they go look for his father... He asked huh, his father. Seton asked Mr. Aslan is not his father or something... ...why he does keep referring to him as if he's a stranger. He was troubled and thought right, he initially snuck into the academy as a mercernary, he totally forgot, what should he does. Of course, as expected of him, he didn't think about it for long. He thought he's sure it'll work out somehow. Seton said he's sorry, but... ...let's go to his place, Sarbazan is too far away and they're broke, at least the Sarasnein Estate is close by... He shouted he wholeheartedly agree. Seton said h-he does, uh, that's great. Seton stood up and said but first, they have to return to Cahillan, there might be other survivors in need of help, and if they're lucky, they might be able to retrieve supplies from the academy. Aria said excused her... ...it would be okay for her to show up in public... after assassinating the king and wreaking havoc in the arena, she's pretty much responsible for reducing Cahillan to ruins. Seton said oh... th-that's true. Yuna asked then why she doesn't stay here, Aria... He said what's the problem, the arena and its surroundings are already destroyed, plus, he doubt anyone will recognize Aria without her huge sword. Seton said right, Aria's massive sword is so eyecatching... ...that he doubt her face is as memorable, him, he's surprisingly smart. He said he has always been smart. He and his group walked along the road. Seton suddenly asked as he looked out at the city of Cahillan, which was visible in the distance that by the way, how far he did run last night, he can't believe they're so far away. He and Yuna was surprised. Arin shouted i-it just happened that way while they were on the run. Seton said h-he saw, it must've been tiring, came to think of it, his hair's red again. He shouted so confidently that the dye wore off. Seton said he didn't say his hair is originally brown... never mind, forget it. Finally, he and his party were able to arrive in front of a pile of stone tombs in Cahillan. Seton was trembling with fear and said it's worse than he thought... He was surprised and said he can't even begin to tell where they were, it's so hard to walk through all this. Aria, who had been indifferent, opened her mouth that she can do it with her sword. Someone shouted ooh, the Mystic Sword, it does help them fly. Someone said let's split up and look for it since they're in the arena anyway. Seton frowned absentmindedly and thought it will be all right for Aria to get back her sword... ...she's going along with them now because she doesn't have it, but if she got her superhuman strength back, she might atack them without hesitation... With an indifferent expression, Aria reached out to the pile of rocks, and at the same time her slender arms lifted the rocks easily. He let out a spontaneous exclamation of admiration that wow, Aria is so strong. After a moment, Aria pulled out a great sword from the dust pit and said she found it. He smiled and said Aria should hurry and launch them into the sky. Aria said sure, they should please take a seat. The expressions of everyone except Aria changed strangely. He asked huh... take a seat, where. Everyone sat on the sword. Soon, the sword slowly rose into the air. He let out a cheer and shouted whoaaa, it's a flying bench. Aria said she figured this was the best way... for all four of them to fly. He shouted this is so much fun. Seton sighed and said a knight's sword is their heart and soul... what they're doing riding on one... Yuna smiled bitterly and said it can't be helped since it's an emergency, right. Yuna said oh, there it's, that's probably where the Shihad Academy is. He shouted let's go back down, Aria. Aria said okay, they should hold on. Suddenly Rake looked up at the sky and was surprised and said huh. Rake asked something didn't zip through the sky just now. Seria answered it was probably a bird, there's no way anyone else survived... after yesterday's meteor shower. [19]
Gaster shouted to Pluto that Karstein is an ancient dragon, he and Grateus do not even come close to his power, they're nothing more than flies before his might. [20]
He saw Charlene and Yuna and said how boring, he can't even understand what they're talking about. Seton said he heared him... they can't even join in. Seton saw something and said look, a village. He yawned and asked Aria, how long it will take for their clothes to dry, he doesn't like the garb they borrowed. Aria picked up her great sword and said he please be patient. He was excited to wear the clothes that Aria gave him and shouted wow, it felt so soft. Aria still spoke bluntly that because she ironed them. Aria asked by the way, where Seton and Yuna were. He answered oh, Seton, the two of them went to go spend money. As the sun was setting, the sky began to turn red. The evening sky was covered with a huge crimson curtain. Aria was leaning against a tree trunk, looking at the blazing red sky. And he lay down on Aria's lap, his long red hair that reached down to his waist completely disheveled. Suddenly, Aria looked down and asked him, they shall go inside if he's feeling sleepy, resting his head on a pillow is more comfortable. His eyes closed and answered nah, he prefer her lap, Aria, it's so much comfier, he want to stay here a bit longer. Suddenly Aria asked, him, he does have a dream. For a moment, his eyes lit up and shouted a dream, to become a warrior, of course, he want to swing his sword in the wilderness.... Aria said she... used to have a dream as well., a commoner's dream is nothing special, get married, have children... ...it's not much of a dream, really, it hasn't even been a year but it felt like ages ago, now, mundane life has become a dream for her... Aria stroked his cheeks, and he asked Aria... Aria smiled. Then Aria's smile, expression, and emotions disappeared. Aria said let's get up now, he already dirtied the clothes she just washed for him, if he keep soiling them, she's going to make him do the laundry next time. He was surprised and shouted aww, no fair. [21]
After leaving the rural village in the Gaianes Empire's Southern Region, he and his party met bandits at the Mount Madain pass leading to the central region of Southern Gaianes. Suddenly, rugged men appeared on both sides of the mountain path and started yelled hehehe, they'll have to get through them first if they want to pass, they should give them everything they have and they'll spare their lives. He said oh, that's what they were, bandits, he read about them in a book, they look like orangutans in real life. Yuna said well, they might have a similar level of intelligence. The bandits were angry and shouted what, why they... ...they little rats don't know what's coming for ya. Charlene was surprised and shouted e-everyone, they should watch out. Aria's great sword cut through the wind and created a trail in the air. The bandits were hit squarely on the side of the sword and screamed. Charlene said huh. The bandits shouted eek... ...a monster... The bandits lost their minds and began to run away and shouted ...spare them, crap, this is bad, they should run for their lives, everyone. Seton said oh, how come Aria let them get away without shedding a single drop of blood. Pete said Aria did go easy on them because they're humans, that's a first... Yuna said thanked, Aria. At this time, Yuna was surprised and said huh, Aria... ...she's bleeding... Red blood trickled down Aria's skin from her nose. Aria wiped her nosebleed with her hand and thought oh no... ...perhaps she shouldn't have resisted. Aria said she's fine, let's go, they should find a place to sleep before sunset. Beyond the hill, they saw an old two-story wooden building that was falling apart. Suddenly, something took off inside the room, and a scream rang out along with the sound of flapping wings echoing in all directions. Charlene clung to Seton's arm and trembled and shouted eek. Seton said Charlene d-don't worry, it's just a bat. Charlene said that's what a bat is, she has never seen one before, she's sorry, she had a scare... Seton said haha, it's all good. Yuna frowned as she watched it. Yuna said goodness, Charlene must've led a sheltered life if this is her first time seeing a bat. He said it's okay, Charlene's a Queen, right, Queens lead the most sheltered lives among humans. Charlene said she's sorry... There was a decaying wooden sign on the floor. There was also an inscription written in the continent's official language: INN. Smoke rose from the chimney. He said food. Yuna said excuse her... ...what brought they here, this place was no longer an inn... Across from the decaying old inn, a group of rugged bandits came. A bandit said to Yuna that hehe, he heard their boys got her to thank for their injuries earlier, they'll make her regret messing with them. Yuna smirked and said wow, they guys did also take a crash course on how to be a bandit, their threats were so overused. The bandits was angry and shouted to Yuna that she has got guts to joke with them, they should wipe out every last one of them. He clutched the Dazzling Dragon Sword and shouted vigorously that the bandits should come at him, evil bandits, he'll show them the power of a warrior. Yuna said he doesn't burn the bandits too much. [22]
He shouted, swinging his Dazzling Dragon Sword that the bandits should taste his warrior's sword, Salamander, Kasa. A scream escaped a bandit's lips as he was engulfed in a splendid explosion of spirits that agh, that's no sword and the person is no warrior. Yuna said he should stop going overboard, he can't keep burning everything, it's unnecessary. The bandits shouted th-they can't win against them, they should run. He shouted the bandits should stop right there. Yuna said he should hold up, they don't have to chase the bandits since they're running away. He said but Seton told him that bad people should be punished. Yuna said well... Seton's wrong about that, what he and Aria did is more than enough... Yuna turned her head. For some reason, Aria was fighting the bandits with her bare hands. The fallen bandits groaned that guh... Yuna said ...huh... ...how come she didn't kill anyone again, Aria... Actually... ...something about Aria seemed off. Suddenly Pete spotted Aria and asked she does have any injuries. It was then that Yuna's sharp voice calmed the mood that Pete, he should watch out. Aria's knifehand was swept by the wind. Pete's front, which was about to reach out, was almost attacked and he shouted whoa. An eerie voice came out of Aria's mouth that Pete should stay... away... ...her... Aria's eyes shone through her tangled hair, a growl escaped from her mouth, and her breathy voice struck their ears that they should... stay... away from... her... Pete asked, trembling that wh-what's happening to Aria. Likewise, Yuna responded trembling that she doesn't know. Aria gave off an eerie aura. He said huh, why they're standing around. He approached Aria and said let's go back inside to eat, he's starving. Yuna screamed in horror that he should watch out, right now, Aria is-- He said hmm. Aria's hand immediately reached out. Aria walked up behind him and hugged him. He asked Aria, what's wrong, she's feeling sick. Aria's murderous spirit began to subside, and a faint emotion came over her expressionless face, but it was not murderous, but something softer, and she answered no... ...she's fine now... thanked to him. Pete asked what's going on. Yuna sighed and they'd better ask Charlene later. Pete asked Charlene is hurt. Seton answered no, Charlene passed out after seeing a dead body. Someone asked why, the corpse did beat Charlene. Someone said of course not, Arin. Yuna suddenly felt startled. Now, in the front yard of the inn, the gruesome corpses of dead bandits were rolling around, giving off a pungent smell. Seton said oh, all that action got him starving, let's hurry and eat dinner. He shouted great idea. Yuna thought when they did... ...become so desensitized to murder... [23]
Kiadrys said this was the worst... ...did he really cross over to the place called the empire... Archiad. A wide cave with no end in sight. A red dragon and a few humans who're Kiadrys, Karsenian, Eyra, Erkas, a blue-haired young man called Archiad and Helmernod were each sitting in a cavity so large that it was a wonder they could survive. [24]
Archiad who's polymorphed said back then, he didn't realize he was so young, even though he was a hatchling, he didn't look like one, his body was that of an adult dragon, anyway, he flew off in the direction of the mainland, judging by the duration of his flight, he's sure he's at least reached the empire. Karstein who's soaked in lava said what a pain in the neck... the empire was so vast, won't it be harder to find Arin there. Archiad said by the way, why was he so massive in dragon form, he has never seen such a huge hatchling before. Then Karsenian quietly intervened and said obviously... ...wasn't that because he was his son. Looking at Karsenian, Helmernod, Erkas, and Eyra thought this was absurd. They thought can Karsenian be any simpler, the Red Clan never disappointed. Karsenian glaring at everyone and asked huh, what. Kiadrys said first and foremost, they must find him, thanked to Archiad, they knew his whereabouts... ...but for some reason, they cannot detect his exact location, however, they can sense Eorin the moment she returned to her dragon form, so let's begin by searching for him, but the moment they sense her location, they'll look for her instead, any questions. Erkas answered that it's none. Eyra sighed and said let's find whichever hatchling they can get their hands on first. At this time, a blonde person wearing the robe shouted that someone has something to say too. Karstein asked to the person that who they're, which Clan they were from. The person took off their hat, revealed their face, and said it's an honor to meet him, Elder Karstein. The person said her name was Rosarahim... ...the descendant of Raflaet the Gold Dragon. Karsenian asked to Rosarahim that why she's a member of the Gold Clan here. Rosarahim was surprised and shouted she must be Karsenian, the ruler of Fire Dragon Mountain, she does has any idea what she put her through. Karsenian asked what Rosarahim does mean. [25]
Rosarahim shouted and answered Karsenian does "Come back, Arin. I'll forgive you for everything" ring a bell, she was enjoying her dream when monsters holding flags appeared out of nowhere... and wiped out all her frineds, how rude was that. Karsenian said so what, Rosarahim find new friends and enjoy a new dream. Rosarahim was shocked. Karstein asked that's why Rosarahim came all the way here. Rosarahim answered, oh, she also heard about what happened to the Red Clan and the Black Clan, the issue of the missing hatchlings concerned the entire dragon Clan, so she'd like to help, however little. Eyra asked so, King of Red Dragons, what he has been doing, he has been awfully quiet. Kiadrys smiled bitterly and said well, he was searching for Arin and got really into it... Helmernod said that reminded him, he heared he summoned Ifrit. Rosarahim said wow, even she hasn't been able to summon a Spirit King yet. Erkas shouted they should stop going off on a tangent, they can please focus on the topic at hand. Then Karstein also slowly moved his gigantic body and said indeed. After a while, a boy with red hair, about 12 years old, who had never been seen before, appeared on the ground near the lava lake and said it looked like they'll have to get moving to get anything done. Archiad immediately performed an advanced spatial movement spell without any chanting and spoke their destination was the Southern Region of the Gaianes Empire, let's depart now. In an instant, a large portal was created in the air. [25]
Karstein thought hmm, going back to what they said about him... ...apparently, he's abnormally big and his location cannot be detected, could it be... ...nah, there's no way. Karstein headed to the gate and thought Elsanad... ...was ancient history. [25]
The group sat around a small table, and there were several sheets of paper on it, filled with drawings of all kinds of buildings. He slept in the next bed. He woke up and said huh. On a street, a market area on the outskirts of Idelon City, a cold-looking woman and a long-red haired girl in a dress were walking around the bustling street. A man said what a looker. A woman said she's a nobleman's daughter. Seton who was looking at the two people from afar, asked it does look good on him... but this will really work. Yuna said well, she can't say... ...but they might as well give it a try, he looked like a beautiful, naive lady wandering around without a single guard nearby, he's practically dripping with gold. It was right then. A boy in shabby clothes sneaks up to he and Aria, who were walking far away, and bumped into her body, said oops, his bad. Seton was surprised and Yuna said yes, they got one, a pickpocket. The pickpocket snatched leather purse tied to Aria's waist, then ran away. Seton shouted h-he's getting away. Yuna said relax, Seton, she told Aria not to go after them, catching that kid isn't their goal, he's just going to hand over his catch to the middleman, they won't get any good information out of him even if they try, but money always finded a way to the person at the top, right, she cast a Tracking Spell on the silver conis inside the purse, so all they have to do is take their time and follow the coins. Seton was surprised and said she's amazing, Yuna... Yuna said the silver coins will guide them... ...to a place that will help them creat their fake identities, the Guild of Thieves. [26]
Season 3[]
Southern Empire Idelynn Castles. The head maid said as maids, their job is to ensure the castle, which represented their nation, remained in impeccable condition, so they should take pride in their work, everyone. The head maid shouted now, the maids should begin cleaning the floor. The maids wore maid uniforms consisting of a black one-piece dress, a white apron, and a pure white hood on their heads, they began cleaning the building, sweeping the floor with a broom and wiping it shiny with a mop. He yawned and said he's sleepy. Arin said with sleepy eyes that why they do have to wake up so early in the morning... Yuna, who was wearing the royal maid uniform of a black one-piece dress and white apron, just like him, said because they're maids. Yuna thought it's been a week since they arrived, based on the information they've gathered so far, Charlene's map perfectly matches the actual layout of the castle, and... they've been spending most of their time doing housework, originally, their plan was to investigate various paths for infiltration around the outer bailey, but they've been too busy and exhausted from working as maids. Yuna sighed deeply and thought how in the world she did end up joining such a dangerous quest, when Shihad Academy collapsed, so did her opportunity to learn magic, without high status or money, she can't learin magic no matter how talented she may be, no mage would take a commoner like her as an appentice, either, this won't do, she has only mastered mid-level Fourth Circle spells... ...she has no future as a mage, but there is still an opportunity, she must help the Queen of Sorcery, most importantly, she must do as he said, the dragons' book of spells, which should hold knowledge of all magic... ...is worth taking the risk. He mopped the floor until it was shiny. [27]
He smiled and waved his hand and said Aria, she could let him try doing laundry too. He was hanging laundry on the clothesline and asked this was how he does it, like this. Aria said him, wait... He dropped the laundry on the ground and said oops. He laughed and said it's okay, he can just give it a good shake, no... he need to wash it again. He dropped the laundry on the ground again and said oops, he dropped it again, he should shake off the dirt. Yuna said what he was doing. Aria said he just don't do anything. [28]
A girl with short hair wearing the same outfit as him holding a broom and asked she's still working on this. He said to the girl that oh, it's her, her roommate. The girl shouted it's Kami, she can at least remember her name. Kami sighed and said she's too distracted to get any cleaning done, she'll be fired at this rate. He smiled faintly and said hehe, she's a bit of a slowpoke. But surprisingly, his cuteness seemed to work. Kami said th-that's too bad, she'll help her. He said whoa, really. At this time, some wooden wagons suddenly rushed by. He asked huh, what's that. Kami said they're wagons carrying god's grace, the temple has sent them gifts to prepare for the winter, it also included donated goods from the nobles, typically items like clothes or food, simply put, it's a gift from the nobility and the temple to the commoners. He asked who sent that one. Kami answered who knew, maybe the temple, it's written on the carriage there... ...but it's written in an ancient language that only mages or priests can read. He said hmm, it said "Catacaron." Kami was surprised and asked how she did read that. He answered she read it because she can. Kami looked at him with surprised eyes and thought her goodness, she has never encountered a maid who can read an ancient language. He thought Catacaron must be the temple from before, Pete must've arrived. He slept on the first floor of a bunk bed. Someone said him, wake up, him. He who's wearing a white nightshirt looked at her with a frown and asked Yuna, why she's waking him up. Yuna who's wearing a robe, answered why, he ask... ...because their plan begins tonight, so he must hurry and get ready. Next to Yuna is Aria wearing a mercenary uniform. [28]
As Idelynn Castle was a royal palace, of course there were guards patrolling around all the time. Yuna said the path was clear. His eyes sparkled with tension and excitement and said this was kind of fun and thrilling. Yuna said just so he knew... they're risking their lives for this infiltration. Yuna thought the Tower of Razel is an impregnable fortress under the empire's strongest magical protection, if worse comes to worst, she'll get Arin to transform so they can get out of there. Aria said Yuna, him, they have arrived, this must be it, the storage where the wagons were being kept. They took a box from one of the lined up wagons. The great sword was caught in Aria's hand, and the Dazzling Dragon Sword was caught in his hand. Yuna said Pete successfully smuggled them in. He tilted his head as he watched Yuna take out a black robe from the box and put it on, and said, huh, the color of her robe is different. Yuna said a white robe is too eyecatching, him, Aria, they two should wear their robes too, they don't have much time, let's hurry, their next destination is the sewer located about 300 feet south of the maids' residence, it'll be a little dirty... ...but they'll have to put up with it for their plan... he can do that. But surprisingly, he didn't show any resistance and just grumbled a little and said ugh... the sewer again, he does have a choice, let's go. Yuna thought what's this, he's more willing than she thought, the sewer again, what kind of business does a dragon have inside a sewer. Yuna said even though they have these roves on, please they should take care not to get any filth on them, having a stench will make it harder for them to move stealthily. He covered his nose with his hand and said ugh, he hate filth, he should've gone with Pete, he bet he's relaxing in a comfy room. Raedi answered why Sez is here, if she has something to say, she should get on with it. Sez said she thought they have intruders in the tower. Raedi said wow, really. Raedi grabbed Sez and threw her out the door, said then she should to catch them, she has more important business to atend to, so she should off her go. Kami asked Lady Sez... she only reported it because the maid who she shared a room with could read the ancient language... ...and her bed was empty at night, which was a little suspicious, it's such a big deal that she has to step in herself. Sez said no, it doesn't require her to step in personally... Sez smiled playfully and said ...but she thought she could make a big deal out of it, this is a good opportunity to whip the knights of Razel into shape. The Tower of Razel underground hall. In a small cave they saw an iron bars blocking the vent and Yuna said Pete is late. He asked a question to Yuna that why they don't go in first. Yuna frowned and shouted absolutely not, she already explained to Arin earlier about the traps, the floor of the alchemist is located underground inside the Tower of Razel, the hallway connected to that... ...has a Detect Crystal, a magical item that sensed intruders, it's fine to move around inside, but if someone tries to infiltrate from the outside, it immediately triggers an alarm, the only way to stop the crystal is for someone inside to deactivate it, that's why they have to wait for Pete to use Dispel Magic on the crystal. He said hmm... At this time, his body, which was sitting on the iron bars blocking the ventilation shaft, began to sway and fall downwards. Yuna asked huh. With a loud sound effect, he shouted gah and managed to land noisily in the middle of the hallway, along with the iron bars blocking the vent. At that moment, Yuna said owie... Yuna shouted A-Arin, what he has done. Yuna fell into despair, unable to say anything and thought it's all over for them, damn it, soldiers and mages will come rushing in, this is the end... Fortunately, it wasn't too high, so he only ended up falling on his butt, and he made a sad face. Yuna thought huh... nothing happened. Yuna asked Charlene did tell them the wrong information, no, it can't be... maybe the magical item is broken. Aria answered she doesn't know much about magic... ...but it could be because... he's a dragon, a creature different from them. He smiled brightly and shouted the intruder-detecting crystal must be broken, Yuna, Aria, they may come down. Yuna said they can't go down and risk triggering the alarm, please he should go use the Dispel Magic on the crystal. He said what, he doesn't know how to use that magic. [29]
Aria threw a huge sword through the vent and said he should use this, the Dispel Magic should be engraved on it. He thought how he's supposed to... lift that thing. Aria said he'll be able to use the sword if he has the Dazzling Dragon Sword with him. Someone said she's glad they managed to get in somehow, but she wondered what happen to Pete. Yuna said perhaps he got into a mess he can't get out of... ...or worst-case scenario, his true identity has been discovered and he's been captured. Aria said Yuna will proceed with the plan. Yuna said regardless of what happened to Pete... ...they're all traitors now, there's no turning back, they must help Charlene regain her position to clear their names, in the end, they're left with only one choice. [29]
A guard was struck fell to the ground. Yuna muttered quietly that the security isn't tight here, they must be really reliant on the Detect Crystal. Tower of Razel, fifth floor, the floor of the flame hallway. Yuna said they have a pretty high chance of success... ...thank goodness they have their guard down. At this time, someone said agreed. The two women's voices echoed off the walls. The tension in his group that had been relaxed became tense again. Sez said damn, these useless guards... ...she better instill someone discipline in them, how dare they let intruders get so far. Yuna was surprised and shouted she recognize them, they must be... ...Sez Hetris, the Red Witch,... ...and Lucy Ferlein, the Violet Witch. Sez said a bunch of cute rats, she saw, she never thought there'd really be intruders, thanked to them, they had to go through the trouble of searching the entire tower, now, it's time to make them pay for it. Yuna reached for the dagger in her arms and shouted crap, how did they find them, they can't possibly have gotten caught this quickly... Lucy snapped her fingers as if it was hilarious and said oh my, they're planning to fight them, in that case... Lucy said ...they'll show them the power of the Razel Knights. Dozens of knights who had been surrounding them appeared. The Razel Knights shouted charge and all started to rush at Arin's group. Aria simply extended her fists and attacked the Razel Knights with her bare hands. Lucy was surprised and shouted what... Sez said she's... not a human, no human can exert such physical power. Lucy asked she could be a Sword Master, then they'd have sensed her unique mana, she was thinking of leading the knights on a simple search practice... ...but this is turning out to be more complicated than she thought. Aria lightly picked up a heavily armored knight and threw him aside and he shouted guh. A knight shouted ugh... how she could be so strong. Another knight shouted she's a complete monster. Yuna said Aria, let's run, it'll be a pain in the neck if the two witches intervene. Aria nodded. Suddenly Aria re-grabbed her sword. Aria raised her right hand above her head and shouted Flame Strike. The letters floated clearly above the sword. The Razel Knights were surprised. At the same time, a huge pillar of flame struck the ceiling of the hallway, causing a powerful explosion. The ceiling collapsed all at once as if an earthquake had occurred, shaking the entire area. A huge amount of stone fragments piled up like a mountain, forming a huge wall between the Razel Knights and his group. The Razel Knights shouted they blocked the path, they're running away. Sez said there's no need to panic, the other side is a dead end, they've effectively trapped themselves in. Sez spread out her hands and said step aside. Heavy rocks rose into the air and were pushed to the left and right. The Razel Knights shouted whoa... Sez cleared the mountain of rubble in the blink of an eye... as expected from one of the Four Sorcerers. Sez was surprised. The previously blocked corridor was instantly cleared again. But there were no signs of intruders there. Instead, there was only a secret passageway exposed on one wall of the warehouse. Sez said huh. The Razel Knights shouted what's that, a secret passage. Sez said ...how the intruders do knew about a secret passage... ...that even they don't know about. Tower of Razel, fourth floor, the floor of ice and snow hallway. Someone thought Charlene said the secret passage is only known to the queen, no one else knew. Yuna sighed and thought indeed, even the Four Sorcerers didn't seem to know about this passage, that meant they can still use the other secret passages, they still have a chance. Yuna said let's get to the other passage before they catch up to them, they should come on. Someone shouted Y-Yuna, wait. Yuna looked back and said him, there's no time to waste-- He shouted something's wrong with Aria. Aria just stood there, groaning continuously with an expression on her face that made it seem like she might collapse at any moment. Yuna's face turned pale as she experienced creepy fear and shouted it's just like last time... Yuna thought wait, Aria didn't kill anyone this time either, that does mean... ...she'll go berserk again. The murderous look flowed from Aria's eyes. Yuna was surprised and shouted he should run, Aria is-- Aria reached out to him. Yuna shouted him. [30]
A calm-looking beauty with pure white hair looked at he and Yuna with a smile on her face and said oh her, the intruders are cuter than she expected. The beauty said nice to meet them, she's Psyche... ...the White Witch. [31]
The woman with a silver hair said to Yuna and him that so, this was their target all along, it's just the three of them who infiltrated the tower, what a sloppy plan, they don't think. Yuna was surprised and thought no... they were so close, why they did have to run into the White Witch of all people, dammit, she's one of the Four Sorcerers, no, get a hold of herself, think about it rationally... ...they can make this work in their favor, after all, they have him. Yuna shouted to him that he should get ready to battle. He said he's count on him. Psyche still had a relaxed smile and said oh dear, they're resisting. Yuna thought a mere mage like her doesn't stand a chance against Psyche, but they must fight regardless, for Aria, who must be facing so many hardships right now... ...and for her survival. He flew with his body and shouted here he came. Aiming at Dazzling Dragon Sword, he stared at Psyche with terrible eyes and shouted she should take this. Psyche was embarrassed and thought oops, she lowered her guard, that's Enhance Physical Strength. Psyche shouted huh. He fell on the ground with a loud sound. Psyche said huh, he did... ...seriously fall asleep just now. With a stupid eye, Yuna looked at the boy with a red-headed. The girl fell slowly, with only a word this is ridiculous... Psyche thought ridiculous, that's what she'd like to say, she can't believe she won so easily, this is vaguely unsetting. Yuna and Arin slept with the rope. Psyche shook the dust off her hands and said how in the world these brats did manage to get in here. Someone called Psyche desperately and she turned her head. At the entrance of the House of Survival, two women with brown and red robe appeared. Sez came running, panting, with loud footsteps and shouted she's okay, Psyche. Sez gave Psyche a worried tone that she's hurt anywhere. Psyche said what, of course not, why Sez is making a fuss, these intruders were easy opponents... Sez frowned. Sez said ...Lucy... was killed in battle. Psyche's eyes grew wide and shouted what. Psyche shouted impossible, the enemies she faced were nothing but a bunch of weaklings... Sez said they were up against a chimera made by Gaster, if it wasn't for Raedi, she would've been in danger too. Psyche shouted her goodness, poor Lucy... The other woman still watched the intruders with an impassive face and asked so, it was a feint attack, huh. Raedi, who had confirmed that Yuna had fallen, turned her gaze towards Arin and said hmm. [32]
Suddenly Raedi screamed in surprise that th-this one is... Raedi brightened up and shouted ...is a guy. Sez and Psyche blinked. Sez asked what... [32]
Raedi frowned, trembled and shouted poor Lucy, she'll avenge her death... ...through this young man. Raedi quickly lifted him up and placed him on her shoulder, then turned around and began to leave the House of Survival and shouted then she'll leave the rest to them, bye now. Sez was just dumbfounded and said ...how could Readi act like that... when Lucy's dead. When Sez was dumbfounded, Psyche said she should forget it, Raedi's always been like that. [32]
Eyra said they'll look for Eorin as soon as they find him, right, then what they're waiting for, let's go. Karsenian asked to Elyne that he's the leader around here. Elyne said what the woman do want from him... he'll do whatever she ask, as long as it's within his limits... Karsenian said to Elyne that oh, she forgot, they were supposed to commission him for a job. Karsenian said to Elyne that there's a boy who looked like her, he may have gone around dressed up as a girl, he should bring him to her. Elyne thought wait, the woman made a violent entrance... ...just to commission them to find someone. Elyne said sure thing... the woman should tell him what she last saw him-- Before Elyne could finish speaking, Karsenian's right hand began to burn again. Elyne said h-he meant, they'll find him soon regardless. Elyne thought he can't refuse the woman's request, whether or not he can find the boy is not an issue, if he refuse her, she might kill him. At this point, Elyne realized something. Elyne said huh... Elyne said wait a second... ...he has seen the woman's face before, the boy was Yuna's friend... ...Arin, it was. Karsenian's hand grabbed Elyne's collar again and shouted Arin, where he did see him, where he's now, he should spill it. Elyne said w-wait the woman please let go first... Elyne pointed somewhere and said ...he's... there. Elyne said he's over there. Karsenian asked what is that. Rosarahim asked the palace, that's where he's, he's made it big. Karsenian shouted to Elyne that he's sure about this. Elyne said o-of course. Karsenian shouted finally, she found that troublemaker. In bed, he yawned haaa... He asked ...hmm, where he's. He was surprised and shouted he got caught. He woke up and shouted he better escape. There was something like a strong rope wrapped around his neck, and the strong pressure it exerted on his throat caused him to groan strangely gah. [33]
He asked huh... ...what's this, why a rope is there around his neck... ...and what's with this getup. He was wearing a blue one-piece dress with lace and a leather neckband. A rope attached to his neckband hung on one corner of the bed. He said he should break the bed first. He shouted Kasa. It was quiet all around. He thought huh... ...he swear... something similar happened before... He was no longer shouted, but sobbed ...someone don't tell him... ...this rope is blocking the flow of his mana. He shouted right, let's try the Polymorph spell, he hereby use the power of law... ...agh, this isn't working either. He shouted why this is happening to himmm. [33]
Sez shouted where have Raedi been, they're drowning in work here, goodness, what's with all those bags. Raedi drooled and said oh, these, toys for revenge. Raedi said oh, she wished it was night already. Psyche thought toys for revenge, what that does meant. He lay quietly on the bed. He thought he can't return to his original form, not again, there isn't anything he can do. He looked around and said that remined him, where's everyone else. He shouted Aria, Yuna. He thought they've been caught too... His eyes fill with tears and said ...he miss Aria... Someone asked him. He was surprised and shouted oh, Pete. Pete put his index finger near his lips and said shh, he should lower his voice. Pete asked he's hurt anywhere. He shouted nope, where's Aria and Yuna. Pete said they've been caught, he barely managed to find him, he knocked out the maid. He asked oh, really. He said then let's hurry and find Aria and Yuna. Pete's face suddenly distorted. Pete thought actually, he knew where they're... ...but they'll have to give up on saving Aria, this is the worst disaster ever in the history of the Tower of Razel, it'll take half a year's budget just to recover from the damage, worse, one of the Four Sorcerers has died, it's ridiculous to hope for her safety given everything that's happened, they've failed their mission. He said Pete, he should cut this rope for him. Pete went behind him and untied the rope tied to his neckband and said hmm... he doesn't think he can cut the rope, but he can break the fastener attached to this. He smiled and said that will do, he can ask Aria to cut the band for him. Pete had a gloomy expression on his face. He held the Dazzling Dragon Sword and shouted whoa, this is so heavy. Pete said maybe the neckband is sealing his magic. Pete thought it looked like he can't evem use Spirit Magic, that does meant the neckband is actually blocking the flow of his mana. He said aww, the neckband and this silly outfit... made him look ridiculous. Pete thought that's really the problem right now. [34]
He shouted anyway, now that he escaped the bed... ...it's time to go rescue Aria and Yuna. Soldiers stood guard in the dark hallway. A soldier saw a thin silvery mist hanging over the hallway and asked huh. The guards on patrol were enveloped in mist and soon lost consciousness. Pete was in the secret passage, and he grabbed him and led him upstairs and said this is his chance, he should get moving, hurry. He asked where they do go from here, Pete. Pete looked down the hallway. There was a fork in the road leading to the left and right. Pete thought the exist is on the left, but if they leave now, they'll never get a chance to rescue those two, they do choose loyalty and go right, or practicality and go left... Pete said let's go left. Raedi returned to her room carrying a shopping bag in both hands and said she's back. Raedi ordered Sarah, she should unpack this for her, she doesn't let anyone inside her room for the next while... Raedi was surprised and asked ...huh. Raedi asked Sarah... Raedi soon found Sarah lying face down on the living room floor. Raedi's complexion changed abruptly. Raedi hurriedly flung open the bedroom door. There was a cut rope hanging from the corner of the bed. Raedi's eyes began to burn brightly and shouted ...he ran away. Someone thought they failed their mission, if they find out about his involvement... ...he, as well as the Order, will be in trouble. Inside the vent, he thought he doubt Yuna or Aria will mention his involvement, he's the only hope they have of being rescued, after all, the problem is him, unilke Yuna or Aria, he can't keep secrets, a few leading questions might be enough for him to spill everything he knew, thank goodness he wasn't locked up due to Lady Raedi's preferences, he doesn't seem to have talked about him either... Pete sighed and thought ...dammit, he was a fool. Pete thought he let himself be blineded by greet for a moment, what matters is reputation and power, not a person's true nature, it doesn't matter that Charlene is indeed the Queen of Sorcery, she ceased to be the Queen the moment she lost her power and influence, now, he's left with no other choice... ...he can't let a momentary lapse in judgment ruin his future, he must slience him... ...even if it meant killing him. [34]
He asked grumblingly that he's sure they're going the right way, Pete, how much more they do have to go. He said they've to hurry up and save Aria. Pete answered in a soft voice that he should bear with him, they're almost there, he should turn right up ahead. Pete thought Aria and Yuna are probably confined within the Chamber of Sin, a cell designated for holding criminals, when the Four Sorcerers discover that he has gone missing, they'll investigate the Chamber of Sin, thinking he must've gone to rescue his friends first... ...however, they're not headed to the Chamber of Sin... ...but an empty storeroom, he'll finish him off inside the storeroom, then he'll return to his room and pretend to be asleep as if nothing happened, nothing will link to his death, there's enough time. Pete was in the secret passage, and he grabbed him and led him upstairs. He looked inside and asked this is... a storeroom, there's another secret passage here. Looking at his back, Pete made another pledge and thought he must steel himself, this is necessary for his survival. Pete thought he doesn't hesitate. Pete pulled out a dagger with a sharp blade. Pete thought he should forgive him. A sharp blade was aimed at his back. Red blood dripped down, drop by drop. Pete said ah... Pete rang out a faint scream that aaagh. An arrow struck Pete in his left shoulder. Pete shouted wh-what this is, an arrow. Two guards appeared and a guard said they heard something strange and came over to check. Another guard with the crossbow said he recognize that red hair... ...he must be one of the intruders. Pete shouted ugh... how he could shoot arrows without first checking who they're. Pete thought guards... he shouted the guards found them, Pete, let's fight. Pete thought he doesn't believe it, why the guards are here, according to Charlene, this should be an empty storeroom... ...but this place is full of guards. He asked Pete, what they should do. Pete thought he should stop acting like him know him... dammit. Pete thought come to think of it, the guards recognized him by his appearance, he just have to pretend like he has no connection with him... The guards shouted the red hair did just say... Pete, he could be the senior priest serving Harnian, the goddess of the moon, the priest is with the intruders, that does mean the Order of Harnian is behind this incident. Pete thought he's done for... the guards are blowing things out of proportion. Pete drew on his divine power and said ...oh... ...what the heck. Pete shouted by the power of moonlight... Whirlaon. Red energy spread out in all directions. A thick red mist rose up, enveloping the guards from the ground up. The red mist quickly engulfed the guards, causing them to vomit foam. The guards who barely survived shouted it's poison gas, they should run and began to flee in panic. Pete shouted he won't let the guards get away, he'll wipe out energy single one of them-- He said Pete is so strong. As Pete was struck by excruciating pain, he shouted agh. He was surprised and asked Pete. He said Pete is in pain because of the arrow, it hurts like hell, right, he should know, he has been hit by an arrow too. Pete thought th-this is bad, the guards escaped, they'll incriminate him as an accomplice... ...this is the end for him and the Order. A guard collapsed in the corner, gasping for breath, said ugh... he's impressed by Pete's intel, but how, how he did know where to find this makeshift prison. Pete said huh... The guard said that monstrous woman ravaged the cell, so the guards had to make a makeshift prison out of this secluded storeroom, but only a select few know about this... Pete said wait... ...the Chamber of Sin was destroyed... so the guard turned this place into a makeshift prison... The guard said at this rate, Pete will manage to save his friends and escape... how infuriating... The guard fell down. He asked Pete. Pete looked back and said it's going just as he planned, he should come on, let's go rescue them. Pete opened the iron door and said it's wrong room, next. He said Pete, he's really not holding back. Pete said there shouldn't be any more enemies around, if there were, they would have shown themselves after the commotion earlier. Pete thought now that he's clearly implicated in the crime... ...he must escape this tower as soon as possible, once he get out of here, he can look for other solutions to dispel Charlene's curse, and to escape, he need Aria's power. Pete dashed. Pete sighed and thought well, getting out of the tower won't change the fact that he'll be stripped of his priesthood... He smiled broadly and said hehe, he felt like a warrior who has come to rescue his captured comrades, let's pull of a heroic rescue and get out of the tower, he bet Yuna and Aria would love that. Another iron gate appeared and someone shouted look, that door, he thought this is it, let's try the key they took from the guard. Someone opened the door with a key. Arin shouted Yuna, Aria, he's here to rescue them. Arin shouted blegh. Arin absentmindedly pinched his nose and shouted it stinks, this is really a prison cell, not a washroom. Pete said it's too dark, let him light up the room. Arin asked huh, what's that... Pete said the light of the goddess shines brighter in the dark. A small light bulb appeared, illuminating the surrounding area. Arin was surprised to see the girl. Arin said n-no way... ....this is... Yuna was leaning against a corner of a dark room and her wrists were shackled. Arin shouted ...Yuna. [35]
Seton said to Charlene that he felt too restless to do noting, his friends are risking their lives infiltrating the dangerous tower... ...yet all he can do is wait... ...but he's sure... everyone will succeed and come back safety. He asked ...Yuna... Pete said he should move. He stood there dumbfounded. He thought this wasn't part of the plan, after rescuing Yuna and Aria... ...they were supposed to make a grand escape from the tower, then, with the help of the two people he saved... ...he was going to defeat their enemies, finally, they would have restored justice after driving out the Fake Queen, that was how it was supposed to go, so why... He said where's Aria... ...she's also in this room. He suddenly flinched in surprise. Aria was hanging on the wall. Dozens of steel wires were draped across Aria's body. The chains were as small as fingers, piercing Aria's skin and tearing her muscles, creating a gruesome tangle. He looked at Aria. He sank to the ground, a groan almost escaping from his lips that aaah. Aria said ah... ...him... He shouted Pete, he found Aria, he should hurry and come over. But Pete was lying there motionless, probably unconscious. Someone said to him that phew, the chimera hasn't been freed yet, thanked goodness they rushed over via portal as soon as they recieved the report, why he's making such a big fuss anyway, no matter how much he struggle... ...he'd never have escaped this tower. Sez and Psyche were by the door. Sez said let's hurry and get this over with, they still have a mountain of documents to go through, according to the chimera, their mission is to assassinate her majesty, apparently, the mastermind behind all this is Karsel Kingdom, but who knew the priest from Harnian was in on it too. Sez asked huh. Someone's eyes sparkled. Raedi was giving a creepy look. Psyche looked back and asked why Raedi does look so upset. Sez looked back and answered because Raedi's little mouse escaped... He was angry and shouted to Raedi that it's her, she's the ones responsible for hurting Yuna and Aria. Raedi said to Arin that why he's shouting at them, he's the ones in the wrong in the tower, they had legitimate reason to capture him, and who does he think he's to throw a fit over how they treat their intruders, he should stop being so ridiculous. Sez said to him that they lost dozens of their people, he should be grateful that he's alive at all, if she could have it her way, she'd grind him up and throw him to the pigs. The enraged him threw himself at Four Sorcerers, Dazzling Dragon Sword in hand. Raedi said not a chance, Shield. A shield of light appeared in front of Raedi, repelling him. He fell backwards and rolled on the floor. Raedi said to him that that's a Mystic Sword, it looked like he's having difficulty simply holding it up since his magic power is locked away... Raedi smirked and said to him that ...why to the naive ones always jump into things so recklessly, though she must said, it's their inexperience that she enjoyed. He lay on the floor and thought it's them, they're the ones who tortured Aria and Yuna... ...and inflicted pain so horrible that they can't continue their journey. He frowned and clenched his teeth in anger. He thought it's them... He stood up and said to Raedi that he'll kill her... ...he'll kill her... ...he'll kill her all... Sez said to him that he's so persistent. Suddenly, Raedi was embarrassed to saw him and and thought what this intense pressure is, his mana sealed away. The air around him felt tight and compressed. He said to Raedi that ...he'll kill him... [36]
He said to Raedi that ...he'll kill her all. [36]
Powers and Abilities[]
- Dragon
- Cave Adaptation - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1
- Darkness Adaptation: The cave is so dark that not even a single point of light came in. However, even this harsh environment isn't an obstacle at all for the dragon.
- Cold Immunity: The cave is cold. However, even this harsh environment isn't an obstacle at all for the dragon.
- Enhanced/Supernatural Vision - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1: Arin can read a book in the dark. And the dragon's eyesight is incredibly good. Considering a human, he could even see the eye of a needle 5 meters (16.4042 ft) away, so even the magic book it was holding could be read with a dragon's eyes. So, he thought that no matter how small the text, he could read it without any problem, so he peeked at a book from Karstein.
- Enhanced/Supernatural Strength - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 1
- Acidic Saliva - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1: Arin flips through the pages of a book the size of a shield the size of his claws. Of course, it doesn't go over easily. If he was a human, that would try to apply saliva, but the dragon's saliva was just too strong a material for paper.
- Natural Weaponry - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 1
- Flight by Wing Manifestation - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 28
- Fire Breath - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 28
- Dragon Fear - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 70
- Cave Adaptation - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1
- Polymorph - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1
- Large Size - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 1, Episode 28, Episode 103
- Tracking Evasion - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Webtoon) Episode 68, Episode 103
Human Form[]
- Polymorph - Karsearin: Adventures of a Red Dragon (Web Novel) Chapter 1
- Spiritual Magic: Thanks to Ifrit, The King of the Fire Spirits, Arin became in an elementalist (spiritualist) which taught him the ability to manipulate and summon the spirits of fire, Kasa the low level and Salamander the medium level.
- Spirit/Natural Spirit Manipulation
- Mind Control
- Spirit Summoning: Arin can summon elemental spirits simply by saying their names mentally or verbally.
- Spiritual Comunication: Thanks to Ifrit, Arin can communicate with the elemental spirits and they can give him information.
- Taming
- Salamander Manipulation
- Fire Magic: Arin can manipulate the spiritual magic of fire thanks to Kasa and Salamander, thanks to that he can launch powerful blasts and bolts of fire capable of quickly turning an enemy into ashes.
- Spirit/Natural Spirit Manipulation
- Sword Proficiency: Determined to be a mercenary, Arin began to practice the art with the sword and although he was not very good at first, now he is more competent in his handling, in addition to being able to combine his spiritual magic to increase the damage of his attacks.
- Dazzling Dragon Sword
Trivia[]
- Arin may be confused as to whether the gender is male or female, but Chapter 1 of the web novel and summary of the webtoon clearly states that he's male.
Gallery[]
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Human Form[]
Season 1[]
Season 2[]
Season 3[]
Derivative Works[]
- Karsearin or Arin commits 3 world wars
- Arin (Karsearin) - v1.0 | Stable Diffusion LoRA | Civitai
- Arin - ibisPaint
- Karsearin (or manhwa style) | PixAI
External Link[]
Lists[]
- Karsearin in the list of femboy characters at Aesthetics Wiki
- Karsearin in the list of otokonoko characters at Dere Types Wiki
References[]
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 1
- ↑ Internet Novel Part 2
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Web Novel Chapter 1
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 85
- ↑ Web Novel Chapter 13
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 1
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Webtoon Episode 2
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 3
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 4
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 5
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 6
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 7
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 Webtoon Episode 41
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 14.3 Webtoon Episode 42
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 49
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 57
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 58
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 68
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 70
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 82
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 98
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 99
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 100
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 102
- ↑ 25.0 25.1 25.2 Webtoon Episode 103
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 106
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 109
- ↑ 28.0 28.1 Webtoon Episode 110
- ↑ 29.0 29.1 Webtoon Episode 111
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 112
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 115
- ↑ 32.0 32.1 32.2 Webtoon Episode 116
- ↑ 33.0 33.1 Webtoon Episode 118
- ↑ 34.0 34.1 Webtoon Episode 119
- ↑ Webtoon Episode 120
- ↑ 36.0 36.1 Webtoon Episode 121