Chapter 17: The Sea Devil Descends
At first glance, it seems that this is a rebellious demon attacking Caster, but Caster, who is covered in tentacles, raises his voice and laughs wildly. The arrogant laughter bordered on screaming.
"Now I will once again raise the banner of the Savior! The outcasts gather around me! The despised gather around me! I will command you! Lead you! The resentment of our bullies is about to be conveyed to God! O Lord of Heaven! I will wash away my iniquity and praise you! β
The foaming surface of the water swelled up, pushing up the tentacles engulfing Caster and nearby Mohuai. The number of monsters that used to be his foothold has increased dramatically. Estimated from the depth of the river bottom, the number is unimaginably terrifying.
"Caster and Mohuai...... Absorbed?! β
Saber felt a shudder all over her body, and in her eyes, the number of monsters gathered around the summoner's body continued to increase. The summoning ability of the "Luoyan City Textbook" is really endless. Countless tentacles tangled and fused together to form a piece of flesh.
The pieces of meat are covered with disgusting slime and glow, and it is really a sticky beach island. Not only that, but the meat cuts still continue to swell.
Caster's form was completely invisible, only his voice still echoing haughtily.
"O arrogant 'God'! O cold 'God'! We will pull you down from the throne! God's beloved lambs! People who have bodies that resemble God! will be humiliated and torn apart by us to our heart's content! The ridicule of our rebels knocks at the gates of heaven with the sorrow of the Son of God! β
The filthy pieces of flesh gradually expand and take shape. Or it can be said that this image is the essence of the otherworldly monster. In other words, the monsters that Mo Huai has killed so far are all fragments of this, just miscellaneous soldiers.
"That's ......"
The alien shadow towering in the darkness, the image was hateful and had a great sense of oppression, and Saber couldn't help but sigh.
Even the overlords of the deep sea, the whale and the king squid, do not have such a huge body.
This nightmarish figure that reigns over all the seas of the world is an aquatic giant beast worthy of the title "Sea Devil".
Luckily, there was no one around, but the houses on the other side of the dam had their lights on, and even though it was late at night, a loud commotion could be heard. Such a strange thing happening in front of everyone's eyes will certainly cause a commotion. Thankfully, due to the previous battle, a thick fog had been raised on the battlefield, obscuring the view, and there were only a limited number of places where monsters could be seen. The panic of the inhabitants is also confined to a specific area.
Still, the Battle of the Holy Grail was exposed.
"I underestimated this guy...... I didn't expect him to summon so many monsters. Saber clenched his sword in both hands, his eyes fixed on the center of the fog.
"No, no matter how powerful the Heroic Spirit is, there is a limit to the 'character' of the demon it can summon and drive - but if you don't consider the 'drive', there is no such limit." Alice Phil, who was originally very calm, also revealed fear in her voice this time.
"If you don't consider the 'control' after the summoning, it's just 'summoned'...... No matter how powerful a monster is, it can be summoned in theory. All that is needed is to expand the magic and magic of the 'gate'. β
ββ¦β¦ So, that monster isn't under Caster's control? β
"I think so."
Alice Phil was surprised precisely because of this fear that only a magician could understand. However, it is not difficult for Saber to understand the seriousness of the situation.
"The so-called magic refers to the 'magic of mastery', but the kind of real 'magic' that can't be understood by such a small concept. The whole body is full of gluttony, devouring the product of this desire and materialization. The act of summoning such a thing itself can no longer be called a 'technique'. β
Saber clenched his fists in anger, thinking of the magician's madness.
"So, who is this monster not trying to challenge?"
"Yes. It's just an invitation to eat. Such a town will be swallowed up by it in a few hours, and there will be nothing left. β
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It seems that Caster did not recognize the purpose of the battle at all, and the meaning of victory. That crazy Heroic Spirit was intent on destroying the Holy Grail War itself. and the destruction of all life in this city.
Hearing a familiar voice, Saber turned his head. Holding the reins in his hand, the Great Han Yingling, who was about to land the glittering Kamui chariot in the park square where the two of them were, smiled extremely disrespectfully at the person who came first.
"Hey, Knight King, it's a nice night...... That said, but it doesn't seem like the time to say hello. β
"King of Conquest...... You still don't know what to do, are you just here for fun? β
Seeing Saber not letting his guard down at all, Rider waved his hand.
"Don't do that. There will be a truce tonight. If you leave that big guy alone, I won't be able to fight you with peace of mind.
I've called out just now, and Lancer has responded. It should be right away. β
ββ¦β¦ What about the other Immortals? β
"The Assassin has been killed by me. Berserker will not discuss. Archer - It's useless to say it, with that kind of guy doesn't say yes easily. β
Saber nodded, placing his hand in front of his breastplate with a solemn expression.
"Understood. I have no objection to fighting with you. The King of Conquest, although it is a temporary alliance, let's take an oath together. β
"Huh...... You were pretty sober when you were fighting...... Well? What, does the Master have any objections? β
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Of course, it wasn't that he was dissatisfied, but seeing Rider and Saber happily put aside their past grievances, Alice Phil was a little overwhelmed, while Webb showed obvious determination, poking his head out of Rider's chariot console carefully, with no intention of getting off.
It is consistent that the dialogue between people on the battlefield, whether it is killing the enemy or forming an alliance, is a calm judgment without any personal feelings. This is the spiritual will shared by those who have been in troubled times.
That being said, Caster's madness must now be stopped anyway. If the oath can be kept, then joining forces is the right thing to do.
"I don't mind. I, Einzbelen, promised a truce! Rider Master, what do you think? β
Hearing Alice Field's call, Webb nodded reluctantly.
ββ¦β¦ Einzbelen, do you have any strategies? Rider just heard about the battle with Caster, isn't it the first time? β
Indeed, for Saber, this can be said to be a reproduction of the offensive and defensive battles in Senli, which is his own position. Although he had barely managed to repel Caster with Lancer's help, he was now fighting back with even more force. However, this time there is not only Lancer, but also an alliance with Rider. There is absolutely no need to be pessimistic.
In any case, it can only be solved quickly. The monster was still sustained in the present realm by Caster's mana, and if it started foraging for food on its own, it wouldn't be able to cope with it. Caster must be blocked before that. β
Saber nodded in understanding.
"That guy's, that magic book."
The Self-Discipline Summoning Mana Furnace, the "Snail City Textbook" - this unconventional treasure has now become the heart of the Sea Devil along with Caster.
"I see. He must be dealt with before he goes ashore to forage for food. Butβ"
Rider looked at the dark green behemoth with a wistful expression.
"Caster and Mohuai are in the center of that pile of meat, what should I do?"
"Get him out, only this is the only way to save Mohuai." A soaring chariot drove out, and Rider said on it that it was impossible for them not to feel such powerful magic fluctuations.
And in the glow of the street lamp, a figure with two guns appeared. A little later than the vehicles that soared through the sky, Lancer also joined. In this way, three Heroic Spirits were gathered.
"If I can strip that guy's treasure out, I can use the 'Red Rose of Demon Breaker' to destroy the spell in one fell swoop...... Of course, that guy wouldn't easily hit the same move twice. β
"Lancer, can you aim at Caster's Noble Phantasm and shoot the gun from the shore?"
Hearing Saber's question, Lancer smiled disdainfully. "Something of this magnitude is not a matter of effort. Don't underestimate the Heroic Spirit of the Gun. β
"Okay, then, I'll be the striker with Rider. No problem, right? Conquer the King. β
"No problem. My chariot doesn't need roads, Saber, how are you going to deal with the enemy in the river? β
Saber smiled at Rider's question. "I am blessed by the goddess of the lake, and no amount of water can stop me."
"Oh, that's a rare creature...... I want to take you under my command even more. β
Saber, who had always been angry when he heard Rider's jokes in the past, only glanced at him sternly this time. "I'll remember your nonsense. The most important thing now is to expose Caster from the monster. β
"Haha, that's right! Then the first blow is up to me! β
Rider laughed loudly, spurred the bull pulling the chariot, and rushed into the sky with a high-pitched thunder. Ignoring Weber, who was still mentally prepared and screaming, the Conqueror King's galloping Noble Phantasm rushed towards the giant Sea Devil.
βSaberοΌ Good luck. β
The Knight King nodded to Alice Phil and jumped from the shore into the river.
The glittering boot armor stepped on the water, splashing silver - but her toes didn't sink into the water. The water beneath Saber's feet was as solid as the earth, supporting her as she ran. This is exactly the miracle that can be triggered by the king who has been blessed by the spirit of the lake.
As she approached, the sea devil's body became more and more huge, as if it was about to overwhelm Saber, and her ugly and hideous form shocked her, but more importantly, to save Mo Huai!
Countless tentacles stretched out like snakes, meeting the approaching Knight King.
However, its weirdness and ugliness could not stop her from moving forward, and now Saber had nothing to fear.
"Make a break here, Caster!"
Filled with fighting spirit, she raised the Wind King's enchantment and slashed at the Sea Devil mercilessly.