“You can plant it anywhere. “The problem is that I can’t plant anything.”
Leffenhardt chuckled. He was already thinking of planting a world tree in the elf forest as well. Of course, not all branches of the World Tree that are cut off and planted in the ground, like pruning regular trees, become Elvenheim. Like Magung Nihilen, the pure essence of the World Tree must be preserved to become the seed that will become a new giant tree.
‘And I know the locations of all those seeds.’
In his previous life, Reppenhardt had planted seven World Trees all over the continent and linked them together to create a huge net of power that covered the entire continent. It was a shortcut because time was running out to grow the world tree into a world tree with enormous power and size like the original Elvenheim, but the effect itself was not that different. In this life too, Leffenhardt planned to stick to that method. Because it is the most efficient way to awaken elves in a short period of time.
‘Of course, as time passes, each world tree will absorb too much of the earth’s spirit, so we will have to cut it down again, leaving only one tree, but that will happen hundreds of years from now.’
After finishing the discussion with Relhard, Reppenhardt turned to Marceline this time.
“Isn’t it okay for dwarves to be like this?”
“That’s enough.
Unlike the orcs or elves, the dwarves’ territory was spread out in the form of dots throughout the entire region. To them, who are more interested in the underground than above, the territory above the ground is of little significance. Villages and farmland near the mine are sufficient. As a result, it overlapped a lot with the Blue Bear tribe’s territory, but since one side was above ground and the other was underground, there was no problem.
“If things continue like this, self-sufficiency will become difficult if the population increases, but at least for now it won’t matter.”
“Anyway, the main source of income for early dwarves will depend on the sale of minerals and weapons.”
Marceline nodded and expressed regret at Reppenhardt’s words.
“In that sense, the geographical location of this territory is a bit disappointing. It’s very difficult to get to and from Grand Forge. “It would have been better if I had been given a territory facing the Setelad Mountains.”
Relhard also showed the same expression. It took a very long journey to get from the current Grand Forge and the Land of Grace of the Danheim clan to this country of Antares. Both sides must use Dungeon Daiman’s space portal to get out of the outskirts of the Setalad Mountains, then pass through the Chatan Principality with the help of the Taoban Chamber of Commerce, and then travel through the Crovence Kingdom from east to west. The distance is too long and there are too many procedures required to pass through the human realm.
But Reppenhardt just smiled.
“That’s why I chose this territory on purpose. “Because of Chloe, the dungeon here in the Glotten Mountains.”
“Is there a space portal there that connects to Daiman Terminal?”
Reppenhardt nodded in response to Marceline’s surprised question. It was not for nothing that he singled out the Viscounty of Gelfane and asked Yubel for it. If it’s just a territory along the Glotten Mountains, there are more places with good conditions.
Chloe, that dungeon, insisted on this land because it is a dungeon with a space portal that is still alive in the present era.
“If that’s the case, moving around has become much more convenient. “You will be able to come directly to this territory through the Daiman Portal.”
“Of course, there is the problem of having to go into the Chloe dungeon and activate the portal, and then cleaning the dungeon… … .”
Reppenhardt smiled and looked around the audience.
“It won’t be that difficult for the warriors of each clan gathered here. “I will explain all strategies in advance.”
The level of Chloe Dungeon is lower than that of Eleusion Ruins. It is at a level that the Golden Knight Eusus and the Knights of Tenness have explored, so it is not at a level where the remaining Auror users need to worry about exploration.
Maloid responded cheerfully, beating his chest.
“Leave it to me, savior! “I will organize it neatly for you!”
In this way, Reppenhardt consulted with the heads of different races and established a simple law under the territory. There are laws that were already in use during the Antares Empire, so they can be established quickly. Since it was in its early stages anyway, there was no need for complicated laws. The minimum rules and courtesy that must be observed among each race were sufficient.
Everyone put their heads together and started discussing the future. It was in the meantime. Suddenly, Relhard’s adjutant, an elf young man called Dame, looked at the corner of the map and tilted his head.
“But my benefactor, when I look at the map, I see that there is some land left here. What is this?”
On the map, a fairly large area was left blank between the elf and orc territories. It was not because I was greedy for the land, but because it seemed obvious that it had been left empty on purpose, I was just curious.
Then Reppenhardt smiled meaningfully.
“It’s an area for people we haven’t met yet but will meet soon.”
“… … ?”
Everyone looked puzzled as they did not understand what he meant. Only Marceline nodded as if she had guessed something.
2
It’s been almost a month since the War of Succession to the Crovence Throne ended.
In the backyard of Gelfane Castle, now renamed Antares White Castle, two men were crossing swords.
“Taaat!”
“Kelta!”
It was a human youth with a slim yet resilient body and a green-skinned orc warrior with thick muscles. In the full early summer, even though they were sweating profusely in the scorching sun, they exchanged attacks with excited expressions on their faces.
“waist!”
The point of attack is indicated in advance, and Russ performs a horizontal slash. Tashid, who blocked the attack with his rough sword, threw his sword and shouted.
“good! Dakar! head!”
Charmado flies through the air and aims for Russ’ head. Swinging her sword to block the attack, Russ quickly dived into Ta Sid. However, Tashid had already widened the distance and was out of range. Tashid shouted from afar.
“Russ! “My ally is aiming for my shoulder!”
Russ clicked his tongue and focused his attention behind his back. Before he knew it, the magic sword that had bounced away was targeting him again. As she twisted her body and flicked the sword, the sword returned to Tashid’s hand. Russ gave her a disgruntled look.
“Ugh! “Even though I know this, it’s still tricky.”
Currently, Russ was dealing with Tashid with his Aurors intentionally sealed away. It was to solve the problems he had felt all along.
It was Russ who had dealt with numerous Auror users. Certainly, his ability to handle Aurors has improved significantly compared to before. As a result, a problem arose. Basic skills such as swordsmanship are too low compared to Aurors.
At the time of awakening to Auror, all physical abilities have increased significantly, so no matter how much a swordsman is called a master, he is currently no match for Russ. However, in terms of swordsmanship, Russ’ current level has barely improved from the days when he could only cut properly. Russ’s unique ‘unpredictable swordsmanship’ just means that you can swing it however you want and it will work, and it absolutely does not mean that it has been established as a swordsmanship.
‘Since ancient times, everything should develop evenly and there should be no deficiency… … .’
Russ took a breath, reciting the unspoken martial arts that had been around for a long time. It was an old teaching that everyone knew, but not everyone could practice, but Russ felt that following that path through his natural instinct was the shortcut to becoming a strong man.
“Whoa.”
After catching his breath, Russ charged at Tashid again.
“Kaaaa!”
Tashid also let out a warrior’s roar and charged towards them. The hot sun rose above their heads, but these two young men happily exchanged swords while sweating profusely as if they did not even feel the heat.
How much did you swing the sword? Russ approached Tashid, motioning for him to rest for a moment. Tashid wiped his sweat with a wet towel and threw another wet towel to Russ.
Russ asked, wiping his forehead.
“Ah, Tashid. “I’m talking about that Spirit Weapon.”
“Kindra Kata in Orcish.”
“Well, anyway, about that.”
The two were talking to each other in a very vague tone. As time passed, we naturally became friends.
Tashid, like an Orc, had a cheerful and simple personality, but he also had a deep understanding of humans, having grown up among them. After receiving a magic necklace from Reppenhardt and speaking the common language elegantly, Russ felt like he had a human friend instead of an orc. (Actually, Russ didn’t have any human friends. I’ll just say that he was the first friend Tashid made.)
Russ asked curiously, pointing to Tashid’s beloved sword, Dakar.
“That skill is great, but if you throw the sword, you end up with bare hands, right? “Wouldn’t it be a good idea to have at least one more sword in preparation for that time?”
Tashid answered with a hearty laugh.
“For a warrior, a weapon is a friend who shares life with him. How could you betray your allies and take up another weapon?”
“But the orcs called Zalkato use dual swords?”
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“That guy has two allies. “I have no intention of adding another ally now.”
“Something is complicated.”
Russ clicked his tongue, confused. However, considering the characteristics of the Spirit Weapon that I heard from Reppenhardt, it seemed to make sense. In the first place, you have to be that obsessive about weapons, to the extent that it seems unreasonable at first glance, for any residual thoughts to take hold.
‘Well, if Tashid picks up a different sword, he might even lose the power of the Spirit Weapon.’
Suddenly, Russ turned his head and said with a smile.
“Anyway, there’s a big gap between that guy’s appearance on the battlefield and his usual appearance.”
In the shadow of the backyard wall where they were fighting, beneath it, a huge direwolf was yawning.
It was Tashid’s beloved, the Black King. The old wolf was dozing off while looking at the two with eyes that said, ‘Good, I guess I have some strength left in the prime of my life.’ Just looking at that figure, he looks like an old dog that has had its day, and does not look like the Lord of Fear who ruled Destrand at all.
Tashid blushed slightly.
“It’s a shame. “I must be quite lazy normally.”
“But when it comes to battle, it turns into a monster, so it really is a great wolf.”
The two took a break, joking lightly. Tashid suddenly said to Russ:
“Oh, show me that auror thing one more time.”
“like this?”
Buuuuung!
The blue blade aura brilliantly surrounds Russ’ long sword. Tashid looked around at the long sword and muttered.
“Well, I don’t think I understand. I guess it could be done if done well, hehe.”
Ever since he became friends with Russ, Tashid had been secretly competitive. He is Tashid, a warrior who boasts the third highest skill level of the Blue Bear tribe. She became greedy after seeing Russ, who seemed to be around the same age as her, handling her Auror.
It felt like something was tickling inside me as I kept facing the sword, but I still didn’t feel like it was just this. Tashid clicked her tongue in disappointment.
“Ah, I guess it takes time to receive the blessing of fighting spirit.”
“I guess so, right? “Usually it takes decades, this.”
“You shouldn’t say things like that.”
Tashid scolded Russ, who was already starting to use Auror in his 20s. Then, as if he had given up, he stretched and yawned.
“Ha-am, do you have to be over ten years old?”
“Cough!”
At that moment, Russ cleared his throat. We’ve already heard that Tashid is nine years old this year, but she still feels awkward every time she’s reminded of it. Tashid pouted her mouth in displeasure.
“Why are you looking like that again? “In terms of race age, we’re around the same age.”
“I know that well, but.”
Since the orcs’ growth system is different from that of humans, Tashid’s current racial age should be considered to be in his late 20s, similar to Russ. It was no exaggeration to say that Orcs, who reached adolescence within five years of their birth, or into their mid-20s in human terms, and whose aging progressed slowly thereafter, were born for battle.
‘Yes, I know it in my head, but I still don’t feel like it… … .’
Russ stood up, scratching his head.
“I’ve had enough rest, so let’s fight again, right?”
“It’s good!”
Tashid also jumped up, clutching his sword. The two clashed again, bursting into loud cheers.
“Taaaat!”
“Kaaah!”
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On the second floor of Antares, a girl was looking down at the backyard. It was Siris, an elf girl with platinum hair and brown skin. She was wearing neat casual clothes, with her hand on her chin, watching the sweaty duel between the two men with interest.
“Everyone is so enthusiastic.”
It’s not just Russ and Tashid. Far away, Silan was doing squats hard for today’s physical training. Siris is also a girl who can’t help it, so seeing men in their prime sweating and moving passionately makes her feel happy.
“Miss Tila is working hard on her mission.”
In another area overlooked by the balcony, a man and a woman were taking a walk in a small garden connected to a corridor. She was a dwarf maiden, Tila, and an ordinary-looking young man with black hair and brown eyes.
A young man who was walking in the garden with Tila suddenly saw his reflection on the surface of the pond and was startled. He mumbled, touching his face.
“Hmm, I still can’t get used to this face.”
The young man’s identity was Karsas, who had been brought here as a prisoner of Reppenhardt. Lepehardt, who rescued Karsas, changed his appearance using magic to hide his identity. Compared to his original face, his beauty level has decreased significantly, but it would not be so unfair if you think that it was exchanged for his life.
Although he saved Karsas’ life and brought him in while hiding his identity, Reppenhardt did not make any demands. All he did was keep Tila as a guard and allow her to roam freely within the castle.
There is a feeling of being overly lenient in the treatment given to those who were enemies. But that didn’t mean there was any problem. Anyway, there was currently no place for Karsas to go beyond this castle. Moreover, Tila’s skills are not average. No matter how strong Karsas is, it is impossible to subdue Tila while disarmed.
Karsas, perhaps aware of this, did not show any signs of resistance at all. He was a knight who knew honor, and he also observed the manners that a prisoner should follow. He may have wondered why he was spared, but Karsas just waited patiently and enjoyed the little freedom he was given.
“The weather has gotten quite hot.”
“It’s almost summer, Mr. Karsas.”
“Aren’t you tired of always watching over me, Miss Teela?”
“This is probably the second time I’ve been free in this castle.”
“Hmm? “Who’s first?”
“Ugh, is there someone up there who is still sleeping even though the sun is high in the sky?”
Although the distance was considerable, Siris was able to hear the entire conversation between Tila and Karsas thanks to the elf’s incredible hearing. At Tila’s playful hand gesture, Siris frowned and looked behind her.
