-The End, Part Two-
The 41 Supreme Beings stood united against a common foe, as Forgotten stands with his powered up protectors, except for Izzy, as King Climb and Queen Draudillon Oriculus stood before her, ready to do battle.
"So... you killed Ren. My cute, honest, little Ren." Said Draudillon in a voice filled with venom.
"Oh, I did.~ So what about you going to do about it?" Izzy asked mockingly.
"Well, we are going to break you, then kill you." Said Climb confidently.
"You can try!" Shouted Izzy with excitement.
Izzy rushes forward trying to slash the two down, but a dark sword blocks her attacks. Climb had pulled out a sword given to him by Emperor Ainz when he retired from Team Darkness. The sword had once belonged to Gazef Stronoff, but it had been further enhanced and enchanted. Draudillon pulls out a spear to try to stab Izzy, but she kicks off Climb escaping her attack.
"I had beaten your nation's two strongest. What can a fat man and a half breed do to beat me?"
Climb smiles broadly, as does Draudillon, as he then rips his shirt off, showing metal weights wrapped around his body. Climb unhooks them, and as they fall they slam through the ground slowly sinking into it. He flexes his muscles showing off his bulging physique, with an aura of power flowing around him. Draudillon pulls out a teal colored potion bottle and then drinks its contents.
[Wild Magic: Supreme Transformation]
Suddenly, Draudillon's height increases to 8 feet, with dragon scales covering her body head to toe. Though her body shape was similar to her normal form, her features had become more dragon-like, becoming something similar to a dragonewt. Afterward, the air around her becomes much more powerful.
"I'm not just a half breed, but an evolved form of dragons. I call this form [Chill's Might], after a supreme being." Said Draudillon with a grin.
"Now this is getting fun! So let me fight at my strongest too!" Said Izzy excitedly.
Izzy then throws her weapons into the ground, eliciting slightly confused looks from her opponents.
[Blood Flow]!
The blood that had stained the battlefield begins to to flow into her weapons. Chains of blood burst from her weapons, connecting them to her hands. Her veins then begin to emerge from around her body and her skin turns into a crimson red complexion.
"It has been soooo long, since I have felt this strong. So you two have my thanks for allowing me to use this power.~" Said Izzy in a happy tone.
"My revenge for Ren mustn't be swift." Said Draudillon in cold tones.
Draudillon then lightly taps the ground with the bottom part of her spear, and lightning begins to form at the tip. She bends her knees, pointing her spear towards Izzy. Digging her feet into the soil, she rushes forward breaking the ground underneath her feet. Izzy fires off her chains trying to hit Draudillon, but she spins her spear blocking the attacks.
Draudillon keeps her speed moving forward, but Izzy just stands in place, unmoving as stone. She then lifts her weapons up to block the oncoming attack, but it was all a ploy to lure Draudillon in closer. Blood clones of Izzy's weapons appear on Draudillon's spear ready to slash her to bits. She doesn't have time to react to the sudden attack.
[Sixfold Slash of Light]!
Climb appears beside Draudillon, cutting down the blood clones, and saving Draudillon from serious injury, if not outright defeat.
"Don't forget about me." Shouted Climb triumphantly.
In response, Izzy wills her chains to turn into spiked whips. She then begins to violently throw her weapons towards the duo. They dodge but the spiked whips then move like snakes towards them. Climb cuts them down, while Draudillon flies up to avoid them.
Climb dashes forward as Izzy hastily recalls her weapons. Using his powerful legs, Climb closes the gap with three mere steps. He swings his sword down to slash Izzy in half, but another Izzy appears behind her to kill him. She has a large, toothy smile on her face as her murderous eyes glow with anticipation.
[Blood Clone]!
"Die human!"
[Tenfold Slash of Light]!
Climb's speed was beyond understanding as it looked like he grew eight arms, each with a blade in hand. Completely underestimating Climb, Izzy couldn't move out the way, so she then resorts to grabbing the blood clone and using it as a shield. The clone fell into pieces after six slashes, but the other four still manage to hit Izzy.
She takes a few steps back, having four massive cuts on her chest. Izzy's blood form had quickly healed the wounds, but the damage to her HP remained. Her opponent had also taken damage from the blood clone, as Climb had a stab wound on his chest. Flexing his muscles in a feat of incredible strength, he manage to stop the bleeding.
"What an impressive attack for a human."
"Thanks for the praise. I was the Second Momon for quite some time before retiring."
"Oh, my!~ Such a legend. So then, what makes you different from the other one?~"
"I'm stronger!" Roared Climb with ferocity.
Climb rushes forward again, but Izzy isn't taking chances as she then summons 3 blood clones. The clones rush to attack Climb, when Draudillon suddenly flies low to strike Izzy in the back. Noticing this, Izzy turns around to block her attack at the last moment.
"Oh, I haven't forgotten about you!"
"Good!"
Draudillon then opens her mouth with a low guttural growl.
[Flame Breath]!
She bellows, shooting out bright orange flames onto Izzy's face. Izzy screams in high pitched wails as she wildly kicks Draudillon away, but Draudillon grabs on with her tail pulling her back. Her spear flows with lighting as if it's hungry for its next meal.
[Orenstien's Might]!
The lightning spear becomes solid as it pierces Izzy's heart. Lightning forcefully escapes from Izzy's body, causing massive secondary wounds all over. Her blood form quickly tries to heal her, but the damage is great that is was quickly passing through her healing and forcing her form to cancel out.
"For My Lord!"
With the last of her strength, Izzy stabs at Draudillon.
[Blood Bomb]!
Suddenly blood begins to flow around the two at such speeds that Draudillon cannot escape without risk of greater injuries. A [Blood Field] then surrounds the two, with no way in or out.
"Time to die with that mutt!"
"No! You'll be meeting him as he has a grave ready for you!" Shouted Momon.
Surprising everyone, Momon burst through the [Blood Field] with sword in hand as he drives it through Izzy's head. Her head falls back to see Nabe standing behind. Just then the [Blood Field] weakens for a moment allowing Nabe to attack.
[Thor's Lightning]!
The attack disappears behind a shadowy figure that slowly fades into view, revealing it to be Climb. He moves his sword to intercept Nabe's attack, and absorbs it into his blade. With lightning pulsing throughout his body, Climb then swings his sword down with all of his might. A large crater explodes into view, with dust and electricity flowing throughout the air. A few moments pass as Izzy's head rolls over to Nabe's feet.
"Ren, my friend, you have been avenged." Said Nabe in a mournful tone.
Nabe collapses from exhaustion, but looks up to see Momon standing over her.
"Momon, wake me up when it's done. I'm going to take a nap..."
"Heh. I might just join." Said Momon as he falls to the ground.
The two then pass out next to each other, with Climb and Draudillon watching over them.
"He he. They make a cute couple, don't you think?" Said Climb with a weak chuckle.
"They sure do, but now the final battle begins." Said Draudillon in a serious tone.
The two look over to see Emperor Ainz Ooal Gown, with the other supreme beings staring down Forgotten and his Protectors.
"Give yourself up you have no chance to win."
"You knew that from the beginning, that the only way to stop is for one of us to die."
"I know, but I had hoped... No matter. This seems like the end."
Ainz lifts his finger pointing at Forgotten, and then speaks in cold tone.
"Kill him!"
The 40 rush towards Forgotten, who then sends his protectors in front of him as they rush forward. Touch-Me leads the charge against them, and while the protectors may be stronger, it doesn't matter against such numbers and power.
Touch-Me and Ulbert try to target Forgotten, but Tiny using his large form knocks them back. However, the others keep coming, with Tauble, Chill, and Lucifer having stabbed Tiny in the heart bringing him down.
Meanwhile, Forgotten keeps running towards Ainz without stopping. Raven and Pope keep blocking attacks as he runs forward, but they are also overwhelmed. Hunter is at the forefront, blocking attacks in every direction with all his might, but is put down by Touch-Me and Ulbert. Regardless, a clear path is made for him to reach Ainz.
Forgotten lifts his weapon towards his intended target, while the guardians begin to rush towards their master.
[Guild Class Skill]...
[Heaven's Judgement]!
Forgotten's weapon glows with a blindingly bright white light that illuminates all around.
"I've been saving this skill just for you Ainz!"
Forgotten comes within striking range and lunges towards Ainz, who then lifts his hand up, grabbing Forgotten's hand and stopping his attack in its tracks.
"W-What?! How did you stop me?!" Said Forgotten in shock and confusion.
Forgotten tries to break free from his grasp, but cannot move a single inch.
"H-How are you this strong?!"
"Because I'm Pandora's Actor. The one created by Emperor Ainz himself."
"Aah. So this whole time I have been fighting you." Forgotten's skeletal face could not show emotion, yet one could almost see a look of despair on his at the revelation.
"Yes. Every moment has been planned by our Emperor Ainz." Pandora's Actor said coolly.
Ainz then suddenly begins to morph into a pink sludge, then a man with a blank face and a military uniform stands before the Forgotten.
[Special Skill]...
[Level-5 Touch of Death]
From out of a shimmer, a hand cloaked in black ooze touches Forgotten on the back. A moment passes and he falls onto his knees lifeless, akin to a puppet whose strings were severed. Ainz grabs onto his weapon and breaks it in half. Everything done by Forgotten begins to fade away as a result.
"Goodbye my friend..." Said Ainz mournfully.
He pauses in a moment of silence before then addressing the nearby, military uniform clad doppelganger.
"Thank you Pandora's Actor. This was your best performance yet."
"Thank you Emperor Ainz!~" Said Pandora's Actor as he takes a dramatic bow.
Ainz orders the supreme beings back into the portal, and one by one he see his friends leave him once again. He knew that they weren't the real guildmembers. They were just statues using his friend's gear, but seeing them leave again brought up a long forgotten loneliness that would consume Ainz, if it wasn't for a nearby voice that breaks him out of his thoughts.
"Emperor Ainz!~ You planned everything since the moment you heard about this land." Shouted Albedo excitedly.
Ainz turns to see the guardians and everyone who was involved in the battle with smiles on their faces, directed warmly towards him. His mood then softens as he considers the scene before him.
(I might not see my friends again, but I made wonderful memories with them. Here in this world I'm not alone, nor will I ever be. Here, I have a family and comrades.)
Ainz then lifts his hand upwards, and shouts in a loud, mighty voice.
"Victory for the Empire!"
Chants of Ainz Ooal Gown rang throughout the battlefield, as tears of joy swept through those imprisoned by Forgotten. A new era began at this moment as Ainz has conquered a new portion of the world.
-A year later in Nazarick-
Albedo drops another stack of papers onto Ainz' desk with a great "THUD!". Ainz reels at the sight, feeling shock before his emotions become suppressed seeing more work.
"These are the papers regarding the dwarf settlements in the mines and I have the new report of the nations." Said Albedo in a gentle voice.
"I am glad we found the remaining dwarves. Not much is left of their population. We'll just have to govern them for now, and they should be able to return to full strength in 100 years anyway... Umu. Tell me of the report".
"Ah!~ Emperor Ainz!~ You're so kind to those weaker than you." Said Albedo in a flighty voice.
"Umu. How are the beastmen and demihuman nations doing?"
"The beastmen nation didn't suffer heavy losses compared to other nations, but lack of leadership did cause some internal fighting. The death of their king and queen, including their military leaders has placed much pressure on their young prince. We have sent a number of Elder Liches to aid him, which has stabilized the region."
"Have checks been performed on the prince after his rescue?"
"Yes, but nothing out of ordinary has been discovered. It seems like beastmen biology in that area made them immune to Forgotten's worms. The infighting was most likely his way to deal with them without sending resources."
"Umu. I see. Anything else?"
"The prince wishes to name the nation after Ren and Silver."
"Oh? Then he has my permission."
"Yes, Emperor Ainz. Also, the demi-human nation similar to the beastmen's have no real leadership, and years of fighting have made them weak. General Enri with her beastman army is working with members of both factions ensuring peace and prosperity. They do need large amounts of food as crops, as wildlife are nonexistent for the moment."
"Send shipments of food, seeds, and livestock to aid in their needs. Send golems and undead to help rebuilding as well."
"Yes, Emperor Ainz." Said Albedo with a slight bow.
"The three kingdoms have become one under your banner, with the three kings working together to rebuild their homes. They are rebuilding over Heavenly Capital City to begin life anew. The wish to call it Supreme city."
"Huh. Embarrassing, but I will allow it."
"The culture exchange program is working well, introducing different cultures between the continents, and the ship routes have been finalized between them, opening up new ports and wealth for both continents."
"Umu. Good. Anything else to report?"
"Nabe and Momon's children have been born, and it's twins. One boy and girl."
"Ah. Wonderful news! In that case, I assume they are going to retire from their roles in Team Darkness?"
"Yes, Emperor Ainz. Shall we announce it to the Empire?"
"In a few months. Let them enjoy parenthood for a while longer before they begin to select their replacements."
"Yes, Emperor Ainz."
"Any other things to report?"
"Oh, Just some trade reports so sign here."
Albedo hands him a single sheet of paper with her usual gentle smile, and so Ainz signs on the dotted line. Immediately after Albedo lifts the paper up and smiles gleefully. She turns to Ainz with that smile and excited eyes, showing him the paper he just signed.
"Ah!~ The marriage license! Kuhuhuku!"
"Eh?... HUH?!"
(All those years of trust and she betrayed me! GAH! I was careless!)
"I finally did it! I'm the first wife of Emperor Ainz! Now let's start our honeymoon and make some children!"
[Gate!]
Without thinking Ainz hurried runs away through the portal. The sudden shock of the situation overriding his emotional passives.
"AH!~ I love it when he plays hard to get! Maybe he is waiting for me to show a beautiful location to start our honeymoon. Kuhuhuhu!~"
Albedo gleefully skips out the room to look for Ainz, thus ending just another day in Nazarick.
*Author here: That's it for Seekers! I hope you enjoyed the story from start to finish. There won't be a "Seekers 2" or anything like that, and General Chill will be on break until the next light novel volume releases. I do have other projects in the works, so until then follow me for those updates. Feel free to post reviews and send PMs.*
-Bonus Story! If you guys like it, I'll post it.-
3...2...1...0
The screen goes black, and the beautiful palace before him was gone. He takes off his helmet to open his eyes to see a run down apartment. He looks at the clock to see 12:01AM.
(Ah~ah. I have to work in a few hours. Better sleep now or I'll be late for my shit job.)
The man then sets his alarm clock, lays down and begins to sleep. He dreams of past his adventures with his friends during those years in the DMMORPG YGGDRASIL. Whether it was the good times or the bad times, they were all wonderful memories. He enjoys his peaceful sleep, only waking up to the sunlight on his face. He sits up stretching his limbs and lets out lengthy yawn, feeling very refreshed.
(Ah~... I feel pretty good maybe. I should sleep for three hours more often... Eh?)
He looks at the clock, and upon seeing it he feels like he has died.
"Eeeeh! Oh, no!"
He frantically grabs his phone, seeing the time was indeed 11:30AM.
"Damn it! Fuck! I overslept! HOW?!"
He dresses himself quickly, all the while trying to think of a reason to not get fired. He runs out of his apartment without even bothering to wash his face. He heads into the street to get a cab, but finds that it is empty. He stops to look around, and sees only empty streets. No people, no cars, not even a bird flying around overhead. A pin could be heard if it was dropped.
(Uh... I must be having those dreams where you're awake, but not really awake. That's good then! Maybe I'll walk around and find something to do till my alarm wakes me up.)
He heads down the street, when he starts smelling fresh cooked meat. He sees a fast food joint was open, yet abandoned. He helps himself to a burger and drink, but feeling a small bang of guilt he leaves money on the counter. He eats while walking, still seeing no one on the streets.
(This dream's pretty weird. Hummm... Maybe if I think real hard I can make someone appear.)
He begins to focus his will like in the movies, when a young voice is suddenly heard from behind him.
"Hello.~"
He jumps from fright, but upon seeing the young girl he regained his composure.
(Eh? What's this? She looks familiar, but I can't remember. And pale skin, white hair, and a red/black dress? Huh?)
"Um, hello little girl. Are you a cosplayer?"
"Ara?~ What's a cosplayer?" She said in confusion with a slight head-tilt, and her right index finger tapping her chin.
(So she must also be a role player.)
"Well the, did you make that outfit? It looks really good on you."
"Ah, thank you!~ But, no. The supreme beings made it just for me after I was created."
"Oh! I see they did a wonderful job."
"Ara! Why thank you! Well, I have a question for you now."
"Sure. What is it?"
"Are you Lord Momonga?"
(Eh? My avatar name? I must be dreaming about my game life in some weird way.)
"Yeah, but how did you know?"
"I knew it! I could sense you were here, but why are you human?"
"Eh? Well, because..."
(If she's a role player, maybe I should just tag along, and play her little game.)
"Um, are you okay Lord Momonga?"
"Ah! Yes, sorry. I'm human because I was transported due to losing all my powers, so I took human form to blend in."
"Oh, I see!~ That would explain quite a bit. Then let's go to Nazarick, my lord. We can inform everyone about the situation at hand." She said with a polite bow.
"Um... Okay."
(Aaah. Nazarick. I miss that place already. This might be me trying to cope with the loss of the game that I made so many friends on. Well, it's a nice dream.)
She leads him down the street, and a few seconds later police sirens are heard behind them.
(Oh? This must be some metaphor to end my gaming life and focus on adulthood...)
"Boy! Get away from her!" Shouted a cop in agitation.
She begins to walk towards them as she summons a lance from thin air. The policemen pull out their guns and fire without hesitation. The noise of gunfire makes him panic upon hearing such loud noises.
(Ah! This is one realistic dream.)
The woman lifts and twirls her lance, blocking nearly all the bullets, but one got past her to hit him in the arm. He falls onto the ground in shock and pain.
(Eh?! That hurts! Why does it hurt?! Isn't this just a dream?!)
The girl turns her head, and upon seeing him in pain she becomes enraged, appearing before the police officers, and within seconds their heads roll onto the ground. He sees the horrific sight before him and begins to panic.
"I deepest apologies my lord, for allowing them to inflict an injury on you!~ I, Shalltear Bloodfallen, shall do better to protect you, so please forgive me."
He turns to look at her, only to see her face covered in blood with a smile on her lips.
(Eh?... Is this... really happening?)
-End?-