I Was a Small Fish When I Reincarnated, but It Seems That I Can Become a Dragon, so I Will Do My Best - Extra Chapter 235
8-7. Concerns
Suddenly, these thoughts rose to the surface of my mind.
But if my prediction is correct, it might explain the discord between them.
The angels currently have no commander. Or perhaps it’s more accurate to say there is no intention to unify them?
Surely, they haven’t been left to fend for themselves intentionally just for this day… That’s the only conclusion I can come to.
Still, the dispersion of their forces works in our favor. It would be troublesome if they all attacked at once. Then again, perhaps they feel the same way?
However, the angels are bound to make at least one attack. According to what Amariaz told me, that Archangel Altez’s skill lasts for a month. This means they can’t afford to wait. Not knowing when we might attack, there’s no need for them to risk using the “Five Souls” to die repeatedly. Once Altez is ready, they will likely launch an attack.
“So, what should Uchikage do?”
“The angels’ goal is to resurrect the evil god. That’s what we fought against, isn’t it?”
“I can’t remember, though.”
“Either way, continuing to remain in a defensive stance would not be wise.”
“So you’re saying we should go on the offensive?”
“If we just wait, we’ll be surrounded and crushed. If we can disperse the enemy forces, it will make things easier for us.”
Tekeris-san, who had been listening quietly, tilted his head.
“The angels’ forces are divided into three main factions. In addition to the factions I just explained, there is a force consisting of three archangels. Even if we attack and disperse one of them, it won’t have any effect on the others, will it?”
“As you say, dispersing their forces may not have any real meaning.”
“Then why act if it’s pointless?”
“Because the real objective isn’t to disperse their forces.”
Tekeris-san, apparently not expecting this response, began to ponder with apparent interest.
Then, what is the real objective?
“If the base Dacia found had an Archangel, there is a high chance it is their main base. And there’s still the matter of Thekil’s magic tools that remain unexamined.”
“Oh, right, that was a thing… I forgot about that.”
“If the floating base in the sky is where the pseudo-skills were created, then it’s likely that information about Thekil’s magic tools could be there as well.”
“That does seem highly probable.”
Ouren-san seems to share the same opinion. But Tekeris-san still looks troubled… Perhaps it’s because he doesn’t know much about Thekil’s magic tools.
As expected, he then voiced his concerns.
“What difference could mere magic tools make? If they were tools that surpassed skills, that would be another matter.”
“They do surpass them.”
The one who spoke up was Lurimkos-san. Tekeris turned towards him, narrowing his eyes in doubt, unable to comprehend.
Given Tekeris has no knowledge of magic tools, his reaction is understandable. However, Thekil’s magic tools are completely different from ordinary ones. If Tekeris had even a little knowledge from the world Ouren-san and the others came from, he could probably create something almost perfect.
In fact, after creating magic armor and using it, Thekil realized its terrifying power and ultimately sealed his technology.
“Those things must not be spread.”
“…(nods, nods)”
“For you all to say that much… Fine, I’ll believe you. It seems we have another objective now. Some of us will remain here to protect the skills, while others will head to the enemy’s main base to deal with the magic tools. But there’s one thing that concerns me. Uchikage, what exactly worries you about these magic tools?”
As he said this, Tekeris directed his gaze towards Uchikage-Ojiichan. After crossing his arms and pondering for a moment, he spoke.
“…Tekeris-dono, you said that you are someone who grants pseudo-skills, correct?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“Do you have any memory of granting a skill that could summon an evil god?”
“No. I may have tried something along those lines, but the existence of an evil god is too vague, so a clear purpose was never granted to any skill. Besides, I remember all the skills I’ve created.”
When Tekeris-san creates a skill, the purpose must first be clearly defined—what kind of skill it will be. That is the primary condition, and then the medium for activating the skill must also be determined.
For example, in the case of Ouren-san’s “Infinite Water Manipulation,” first, there must be “water.” Then, the amount is adjusted based on the magic power used, allowing it to be “manipulated.” Creating even a single skill takes this much effort.
If one were to create a skill related to the resurrection of an evil god, first, the question of “which god” must be clearly answered. However, since there is no information on that, it cannot be created.
“I know a great deal about Thekil’s magic tools. There was a period when I studied them together with him. That is why I am concerned.”
“…Concerned about what?”
“‘Skill Fusions.’”