Disclaimer: I do not own Danmachi or make profits off this fanfiction. AN: In this fanfiction I've decided that Spirits can indeed have children, but only if they have bonded a part of their soul to a mortal race. That part resulting in the birth of a child that is a Half-Spirit. In this story Aiz and Bell will both be Half Spirits.
Bell dove through the Dungeon, sprinting with everything he had. He leaped through the air above an Imp. It was his first trip to the 10th floor.
With only one day left to prepare for the Wargame. Bell had to be as close to fighting a Silverback as possible.
Bell was supposed to lead the first team against the Phantom, an Irregular War Shadow. And if possible be on the team in the fight against the Dire Silverback.
Alfrigga had made sure that Ottaria would make Bell one of the team of four to face Vulcana, the Irregular Minotaur. Bell knew this and desired to practice on a regular Minotaur. However, with one day left. Things were not looking that way.
Bell threw a Raudan Elding knife with red lightning coming off the blade, "Smite!"
The lightning trailed behind it. Propelling it faster than most throwing knives. The lightning element dealt an incredible amount of damage. The Imp was dealt with, struck by the lightning and then the knife.
Bell landed in front of an Orc. He gave it a kick to the chest, sending it back. Bell took Sýrgiva and aimed it at the Orc's neck, "Frakka."
The magical knife extended to lacerate the monster's neck. Black liquid oozing from the wound, Bell moved for a second Raudan Elding knife. The Orc recovered and began to swing it's landform clud.
Bell twisted his body to have himself get grazed along the back by the attack. Bell growled in pain and flicked his wrist. His knife flew between his legs and up into the eye of the monster.
Bell moved with a sprint now that he recovered. He commanded Sýrgiva to his hand, "Sýrgiva Kniv."
The magic weapon shrunk to it's knife form and went to his hand. He took up two of his Raudan Elding knives and gave them his spark, "Smite!"
With two bursts of red lightning, the monster's will gave way. It collapsed with a thud as Bell collected his breath.
He looked around to see his excort Hildr slay many Imps and Orcs. Bell was thankful that his party of four was not being overwhelmed.
Lily collected his knives and walked them over to him. The Orc turned to ash as Cassandra pulled out the magic stone.
Bell accepted the knives with a smile noticing they were polished, "Thanks, Lily."
Lily blushed after raising her brows in surprise, "It was nothing for Lily. It's a Supporter's job to keep weapons in working order."
Bell laughed as he stowed his weapons, "Thanks, Lily."
Lily pulled out a small box of peanutbutter banana sandwiches and a waterskin full of apple juice. She set up a small tray and blanket. Getting a place ready for Bell to eat and drink. To recover his stamina.
The respawn rate was dropping as Cassandra walked over to Bell. She examined his back and applied some herb packed compress. The herbs helped heal his body of the graze wound.
Hildr was fending off the monsters so Bell could have a rest.
Unbeknownst to Bell a jealous Pallum walked a fine line between traechery and preparing a comrade. Unlike his brothers, Dvalinn was a Level 3. Grer and Berling were Level 2s. Having been defeated by Bell in marning practice.
But, Dvalinn was going to get rid of the weakling human that kissed his Goddess. He brought out a magic item that got from the black market. It was a magic flute with a dragon head shaped foot joint. The bronze and silver eyed dragon inspired flute was called a Drake Flute.
He brought it up to his lips snd began to play. The Drake Flute began to wake the Dungeon.
Bell looked around as he finished one of his sandwiches.
From the ground emerged dozens upon dozens of Imps. The ground shifted as many a monster emerged from either the wall or the ground. Hildr was going to be kept busy, even at Level 4.
Bell heard a monster cry as two horns came from a far wall. Bell was aware that the 10th floor was an open space. Multiple parties could be on the floof at the same time.
Cassandra looked to Bell, "What do we do?"
Bell heard the Dungeon come down on an unexpecting party ahead of him. He gritted his teeth as he began to chant. He had to be quick, "I race across the sky. Bouncing from Cumulus to Nimbus, and plunge from Stratus. Terra Firma shatters when I land. Mine is the last sound you'll hear. I am, Lightning Incarnate."
Lightning consumed him as he began to run around. He put his all into his attacks as he defended his party. Knowing that they would be most vulnerable.
He hated himself for not being able to help the unexpecting party. He felt that a hero was supposed to be there when the Dungeon lets it's fangs show.
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Near Dvalinn was a shattered ground that had a large bull head emerge. It's horns of huge size. The front legs were that of an ox, having heavy and powerful hooves. The back half was that of a lizard, covered in bull fur. It's long lower half had a lengthy tail and claws on the back feet.
The reddish brown fur was bright and stood out as the Irregular Infant Dragon declared it's birth. A party of Adventurers from the Loki Familia were scared beyond belief.
Line and Elfy were practicing their skills trying to get their Strength and Defense up. They didn't know that an Irregular was going to show up.
They saw the body of their fallen comrade Arcs lay across the floor. He was their warrior, who tried to keep the hoof of the monster back.
However, the number of Imps and Orcs was soon too much. The Bull Dragon began to inhale through it's nostrils. The flame pouch glowed brightly enough to be visible from even under the fur.
Line and Elfy grabbed each other in terror. They had just gone on instincts. Having an unknown fate.
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Bell leaped through the air with a roar as lightning flashed all around him. He saw the grinning Pallum making off with his hammer.
He would deal with his senior later he vowed silently. He knew that a Level 3 could have fought this monster himself and survive.
Bell didn't know if Dvalinn was obeying the Adventurer's code or if he was setting up a Pass Parade for another Familia. Either way, Bell was angry that one of his betters would stain the Familia like this.
Bell was relieved that Hildr got Lily and Cassandra away. Aphrodessa was currently training Anna at home. It seemed Anna wanted to be more than just a model.
But, she would need the practice. And pass the same test Bell did earlier in the month.
Bell flung the five Raudan Elding knives as Hött and Smite both activated simultaneously, "Smite of Hött!"
The red lightning combined, raging across the Bull Dragon's body. Fire broke out on it's flesh and the neck tossed back from the impact of the knives. The fire breath that it tried to let loose slammed into the ceiling.
Bell felt one of the ancestors made of lightning leave him. He didn't know why the one with red eyes always left him first.
He heard thunder in his heard that sound like a woman's voice, "I'm with you to the end."
Bell opened his eyes with fresh determination, "The end is not today!"
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Line and Elfy saw the white haired young man land in front of them. They witnessed as he took out another knife, purple with granules of rainbow.
The man introduced himself as he dropped a pair of potions, "Freya Familia member, Bell Cranel."
Bell asked the pair, "You look like mages. How long do you need to prepare a spell?"
Line reached into her bag, "Not long with Scrolls. Which would you prefer: Boost, Healing or Damage?"
Bell did not know what a Scroll was, but assumed it was a magic item similar to a Grimoire. Something Freya had discussed with him.
Bell replied quickly as he took Sýrgiva into a reverse grip, "I'll lay on the damage. But, whatever you can boost would be appreciated."
Elfy took one and stood up with her staff extended out. She pulled the scroll tab with her thumb letting it unfurl. It began to glow as she spoke, "Strength and Agility is needed for our comrade."
Bell charged in as he leaped at the Bull Dragon. He took a hoof slam and crashed into the floor. The monster bellowed as it went for him. Bell rolled over and threw Sýrgiva with the lightning of the white haired woman. As the second hoof missed it's target, the Bull Dragon felt it's shoulder be impaled. Bell noted that the stun wasn't going to last long. And his Raudan Elding knives were still in the monster's neck.
Elfy continued as Bell went to recover his knives, "Let his leaps and impacts be hot with fire. Grace him with the heat and ferocity of Vesuvius. Lava Bomb."
Fire and stone left Elfy's staff and swirled around Bell. He instantly felt his strength increase. He formed a fist and saw that the stone and fire gave him a gauntlet of magma.
Bell whaled on the Bull Dragon as he used his free hand to take his knives. His gut felt the whip of the tail as he flew through the air. Blood came from his mouth as his armor dented.
Line prepared a spell of her own, "Rain, wind and clouds. I plead for your relief. Bring coolness and shade, relieving and relaxing our troubles. Healing Drizzle."
Bell landed and went back in. A personal rain cloud over his head poured a healing rain. With two of his throwing knives Bell felt Hött give him his Throw Artist Developmental Ability again. His back burned as he went in again. He activated his Wolpertinger skill, feeling a greater boost in strength and agility.
He threw his knives and slid behind a tree for cover. His Throw Artist Developmental Ability allowed his knives to curve through the air. Red lightning cracked through the air, "Smite!"
Bell inhaled as he began to chant, "Wood and oil fuel the fire of the world. But, your trust fuels the fire in my heart. Soul Fire!"
His wounds heal from Cassandra's Soullight. He slowly changed to Syr through Vana Seith, gaining the skills and Developmental Abilities of his idol. He used Lily's Cinder Ella to give himself his original form.
Bell went through the battlefield now prepared. He began to use Syr's skill Love is War, letting the monster be charmed. His Strength and Defense picked back up with Wolpertinger ending. He poured his Magic into the Quicksilver skill of Syr's, feeling his Agility pick up. Bell held out his hand calling forth his weapon, "Sýrgiva!"
Line and Elfy were astonished by Bell. The unknown audience that the three had growled in frustration. Dvalinn brought forth this monster to destroy his rival. Not to test his mettle.
Bell went into with a series of slashes from Sýrgiva and retrieving his Raudan Elding knives. Bell saw the monster fall down and gritted his teeth. His free hand gripped his Raudan Elding knives. Red lightning swallowed them as Bell flung the five at the now exposed Magic Stone, "Smite!"
Line and Elfy closed their eyes at the flash of light. Ash flew down as Bell saw a large hoof drop down. Bell plopped down as he heard a voice in the distance, "Line! Elfy!"
Bell turned his head feeling Soulfire expire. He saw the Loki Familia's Amazon, Tiona, arrive carrying a two handed sword. She was accompanied by Hildr.
Hildr approached him as Tiona hugged her Familia members. She looked at him noting his torn clothes and missing chest plate, "Goddess Freya will be very pleased."
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Bell Cranel. Race: Half-Spirit (Tonitrus). Occupation: Adventurer. Alias: --
Excelcia: 185,786/195,000
Strength: 996-S, Defense: 995-S, Dexterity: 1002-SS, Agility: 1045-SS and Magic: 902-S.
Magic
{Lightning Incarnate} "I race across the sky. Bouncing from Cumulus to Nimbus, and plunge from Stratus. Terra Firma shatters when I land. Mine is the last sound you'll hear. I am, Lightning Incarnate. " (The user's Dexterity and Agility dramatically increase; drawing on the Falna of their ancestors. Their body produce a blue aura that is reminiscent of lightning. And their touch stuns most targets. The time the stun lasts varies depending on the Magic Basic Ability.)
{Soul Fire} "Wood and oil fuel the fire of the world. But, your trust fuels the fire in my heart. Soul Fire!" (The user activates the magic of those that trust them. Using it for themselves.)
Skill
{Liaris Freese} Fast growth as long as the feeling lasts. The strength of the effects corresponds with the level of the user's feelings. As a side effect, it makes the user immune to Divine Influence and Charms.
{Wolpertinger} The user can decrease their Defense basic ability and put it in Strength or Agility. The user can use the skill for three minutes. As a side effect, the user's Mind replenishes slightly after each use. The skill has a ten minute recharge.
{Smite} The user can give Mithril weapons an electric charge. The greater the charge the more Dexterity they lose. The Dexterity will replenish itself. The skill can make Mithril weapons look like lightning bolts.
{Hött} Hött enables the user to temporarily be able to use the development ability Throw Artist when they are wielding a small throwing weapon. The effects are dependent on their level.
Freya smiled in pride as she looked through Bell's Excelcia. She hugged him from behind and kissed his neck as he went to sleep, "You're amazing, my Odr."