Chapter 174: Goblin unit annihilation battle
I sent an email to Ruin-san and the others and headed to the goblins for prep work.
The team consists of Koihi, Nowa, Sabik, Kitsuneko and Darley.
Nowa retreats into my shadow, while I ride Darley, Sabik on my neck and Koihi taking the reins.
On the way, I'll defeat what I can for Nowa. After defeating Gray Wolves and Crows, Nowa steadily raises her level.
Before we reach the point where the Goblin Riders appear, Sabik reacts.
I knew it...I found it!
With Sabik's guidance, we head straight for the enemy. It's not as fast as last time! I won't let it get away!
Sabik has secured the culprit. The culprit is a Goblin Archer. Last time we were ambushed by Goblin Riders.
If we were taken by surprise, then there must be someone who can tell the Goblin Riders about our approach. If the Goblin Archer has the eagle eye skill, they'll be perfect for the lookout.
"Nowa, can you be this guy?"
"...No problem"
"Can you do it, Koihi and Kitsuneko?"
"Y, Yes!
"Coon!"
Nowa mimics the Goblin Archer and Koihi transforms into a Goblin Archer. I didn't want to see a goblin with fox ears.
Kitsuneko then possesses the Goblin Archer.
Well, let's see what happens...
I hid and watched the three of them.
Then a Goblin Thief comes and talks to them.
...I don't understand a word its saying
Wh, What should I do?
Nowa and Koihi dont talk. Kitsuneko, please reply appropriately
As the Goblin Thief and Kitsuneko were talking, the Goblin Thief noticed something was wrong and ran away.
Kitsuneko, finish it
The Goblin Thief that ran away was hit by an arrow from the Goblin Archer possessed by Kitsuneko and fell. The possessed Goblin Archer is also killed.
"...Exposed"
"S, Sorry! Takuto-oniichan"
"...Coon"
"Don't be discouraged. I've got the information I wanted. I'm confident in my plan now. Thank you. All three of you. Let's head back"
We returned with Return.
I ate dinner and when I logged into the game, everyone was there.
"Ah, Takuto-san. Good evening!"
"Hey! I heard you came up with a plan. Chief of Staff"
Reppuu-san said something strange.
"Who's the Chief of Staff..."
"Oh? Isn't that perfect? Didn't you come up with a plan this time, too?"
"Even Ruin-san...haa, can I go kill the Goblins alone? I'm in a hurry"
Wait!?
All of them start to panic. Good grief...these people...
"I'll explain the plan I've devised right now, since time is limited. Please listen"
I explained briefly.
"This girl's ability is amazing..."
"...Eeheh"
I'm a little proud of myself because Nowa is the key to this strategy.
"It sure looks like we can do this..."
"Yes. If the defense is strong, it's basic to break in from the inside"
Reppuu-san and Raiden-san seem to agree.
"But, you know. I'm not sure if it's that easy. Goblins are smart, aren't they?"
"Yes, they are. They'll find out, won't they?"
Rika and Mel are talking. It's natural to think so.
"Actually, I found that there is a different quest from this one"
Another quest?
Everyone is interested.
"Yes. It seems that the goblins are kidnapping villagers. I've confirmed that there's a request for lost children at the Adventurer's Guild"
"Oh! I've seen it too. What?"
"Yeah. It certainly happened. What does that have to do with it?"
Reppuu-san and Raiden-san also found out. I'm sure the sky fox was right, because I actually confirmed it.
"Perhaps. An NPC gave me the information that behind this quest there is an evil summoner who controls the goblins"
They all look at Rook. I'm sure they will.
"I, It wasn't me!?"
Rook panics, which makes him even more suspicious.
"We were directly requested by the NPC to defeat this summoner and rescue the kidnapped girl. So I think I'll leave the strategy of the area release event to you guys"
Eh!?
Everyone was surprised. Well, if I was told to leave the quest to me suddenly, I would react the same.
"What kind of girl is that girl?"
Reppuu-san asks.
"It seems to be the same Cerian Beast as Koihi"
Wait a minute!!
Even if the men are told to wait for that.
"I can't wait. As I said earlier, I don't have time to spare"
"That's not what I meant! You know what? We need to be a part of that rescue"
"Th, That's right!"
"You can't take all the credit!"
Even if that is said.
"This is a special quest I've accepted from an NPC. No one but me can participate"
Ugu!?
The male players choked up. Ruin-san and Mel said.
"If that's the case, we certainly can't participate"
"We should concentrate on the area release event. The rewards seem to be good and you will help us, right, Takuto-kun?"
"Of course. The destination is the same. So, about the intelligence of the goblins, I tried to fool them earlier and I could fool them just fine, so I think it will work"
"It's a good idea to propose a strategy after you are confident that it will work"
"That's just like Nii-sama"
I don't feel like I'm being praised when Rekka says it. Mirai doesn't praise me either.
"...Understood. Anyway, let's kill those goblins"
Then the members were decided.
First of all, I, Rook and Raiden-san will be in charge of the unit that will destroy them from within.
The unit to destroy the enemy. Reppuu-san and Tyrol.
The unit that will stand in the way of the goblins' retreat. Ruin's group, Mel's group.
We are the heart of the operation. It depends on how much we can destroy the goblins. We started marching to destroy the goblins.
My team consisted of Ix, Nowa, Konoha, Sabik and Liqueur.
Ix was fully loaded and made her first public appearance. Needless to say, she was very popular. And then we were reminded of Ix's super performance.
"Detecting skill responding. The number is 4. Master"
Ix gave us the exact location of the enemy.
"If she's in charge of sniping, we're in for a rude awakening..."
That's for sure. All of us were shocked.
Tyrol and I will split up and take them out. I was in charge of the ones that were farther away because of Liqueur.
This is how we killed the surprise attack. This is where the real battle begins.
Nowa mimics a Goblin Thief and heads for the forest where there are likely to be many Goblin Archers with Rook's goblins.
Nowa and the others succeed in getting in safely. After all, Rook's goblins were also considered friends.
...Infiltration successful
Good. You'll need to hide in the shadows of the goblins to avoid being detected
...Okay
Nowa hides in the shadow of a nearby Goblin Thief.
How is the enemy doing?
...There are many shadows on the trees. Fifteen in all
Do you see someone with a staff?
...Yes, but not many. I can see about five of them from here. They're on the ground
I guess Goblin Shamans can't climb trees. That's convenient.
What else are there? Tell me the number
...There are 4 carriages. There are 45 shadows on the ground
In other words, there may be about 40 thieves, fighters and riders.
I see. Thank you. Nowa. Let's get to work
...N
We'll start with the shamans who're in the way. I'll give orders to Raiden-san and Rook.
The Goblin Shamans are falling into the pit one after another. It's Raiden-san's meerkats. And then Rook's goblins beat them to a pulp. This sealed the magic.
Tyrol, who was lucky enough to be able to summon a soul, brought the soul closer and the Goblin Archers went for it, but it was useless. We've got this game!
Nowa, please!
...N. Shadow Movement
Vitality 5253
Magic Power 5456
Strength 5354
Defense 32
Agility 62
Dexterity 45
Skills
Katana Lv12Lv13
Dual Wield Lv1
Flame Magic Lv6
Fox Fire Lv12
Sign Detection Lv13Lv14
Danger Detection Lv13
Sorcery Lv1Lv2
Blood Awakening Lv5
Cooking Lv2
Name Ix Ex Machina Lv1Lv5
Vitality 1519
Magic Power 1519
Strength 1519
Defense 1519
Agility 1519
Dexterity 1519
Skills
Machina Armament Lv1
Analysis Lv4
Detection Lv1Lv4
Conversion Lv2
Link Lv1
Magic Recharge Lv1
Name Nowa Dragonewt Lv1Lv8
Vitality 1014
Magic Power 2236
Strength 58
Defense 58
Agility 1416
Dexterity 2539
Skills
Shadow Manipulation Lv1Lv3
Shadow Detection Lv1Lv5
Shadow Movement Lv1Lv3
Shadow Hiding Lv1Lv3
Stealth Lv1Lv3
Mimicry Lv1Lv3
Night Vision Lv1Lv3
Name Konoha Snow Owl Lv1Lv2
Vitality 48
Magic Power 5153
Strength 36
Defense 3435
Agility 4041
Dexterity 5658
Skills
Surprise Attack Lv16
Flying Lv21Lv22
Ice Claw Lv9
Feather Throwing Lv4Lv5
Night Vision Lv11
Sign Isolation Lv10
Wind Magic Lv16
Water Magic Lv12
Ice Magic Lv16
Ice Blade Lv4Lv6
Cold Resistance Lv1
Name Sabik Black Mamba Lv6Lv7
Vitality 4344
Magic Power 1314
Strength 2829
Defense 16
Agility 3031
Dexterity 2526
Skills
Bite Lv11Lv13
Coiling Lv8Lv9
Deadly Poison Lv10Lv12
Heat Detection Lv7Lv9
Name Darley Thoroughbred Lv9
Vitality 26
Magic Power 2
Strength 18
Defense 16
Agility 61
Dexterity 40
Skills
Kicking Lv3
Rush Lv7
Riding Lv19
Dash Lv9Lv10
Strengthen Horsemanship Lv14Lv15
Name Kitsuneko Wild Fox Lv7
Vitality 23
Magic Power 38
Strength 32
Defense 14
Agility 32
Dexterity 23
Skills
Bite Lv7
Sign Detection Lv8
Fire Magic Lv9
Night Vision Lv7
Fox Fire Lv10
Sorcery Lv2
Illusion Lv5
Possession Lv2Lv3
Name Route King Cobra Lv5Lv6
Vitality 4445
Magic Power 1920
Strength 3536
Defense 21
Agility 28
Dexterity 2829
Skills
Bite Lv4Lv6
Coiling Lv6Lv8
Poison Lv4Lv5
Heat Detection Lv4Lv6
Venom Lv5Lv6