Thank you all for the reviews and condolences on the previous chapter. Got a few suggestions on what I should do for NPC's so I'll have to give it some thought. A few suggestions went for the new stuff in lostbelt 6, but I haven't even finished the third lostbelt so I'm not sure I'll include that stuff. Cú Chulainn, Artoria, Vlad, Nobunaga, Berserker Lancelot were suggested as well as Sigurd and they seem like fun choices. I also thought about Achilles. Feel free to leave suggestions. Just know that I'll only include one or two, considering the fact Nazarick has a set amount of custom levels for NPC's and I'm going to be stretching it a bit for at most two custom NPC's for Merlin.

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Takemikazuchi ran in with reckless abandon and proceeded to fight Qanir one on one. Takemi brought his large blade down onto the boss, but it was easily blocked. "This is going to be awesome!" Takemikazuchi shouted as he broke off from Qanir and attempted a horizontal slashbut was met with the same result.

Qanir shoved the sword aside and put Takemikazuchi off balance and left him wide open. Before an attack could land on Takemikazuchi, Touch-Me appeared and blocked the attack with a shield. His shield glowed momentarily before it let out a burst of light that stunned Qanir before Touch-Me slashed at the boss's chest.

Qanir didn't even flinch from the attack and proceeded to spin in a circle and slash at the two players. Touch-Me took the attack head on and was able to block it while Takemikazuchi got nicked slightly in an attempt to block.

The two players led a combined assault that was slowly pressuring the boss to be put on the defensive. Both the two players and Qanir landed their respective hits, but the fight wasn't progressing fast enough.

Merlin quickly looked to Nishikienrai and handed him a small bag from his inventory "Lay these out in a circular formation, then join Touch-Me and Takemikazuchi to push him towards it"

"On it" he nodded before throwing up a ninja hand sign with his right hand then turning invisible.

Momonga looked to Merlin "What did you just give him?"

"Gave him a bag full of Rune stones. It would be hard for me to lay them myself and the more that can be laid without interruption will make what I have planned work even better".

"Then what should we do?"

Merlin thought for a moment "You said your level eighty right?" he received a nod "What Super-Tier spells have you got?"

"[Wish Upon a Star] [Fallen Down] and [Iä Shub-Niggurath] are my main ones"

Merlin nodded "Good. I wouldn't want to use Super-Tier magic now, but now that we have two casters, we can afford to use some".

"We should be able to use four a day"

"True. But it also takes time to cast and who knows how long your summons can last. It'll be hard to defend you by myself".

The two then looked to Momonga's summoned undead and saw that they were being shredded quite easily. Only the Death Knights were surviving, mostly due to an ability where they could be brought to one HP by a fatal attack so they couldn't fully be one shot.

"I can always summon more, but I see your point"

"We'll whittle the boss down until we know for sure that we can take him out. So I'll focus on buffing Touch-Me and the others while you hold back the horde of hell hounds".

"Alright I'll do my best. [Create Middle Tier Undead: Jack The Ripper] [Create Middle Tier Undead: Corpse Collector] [Create High Tier Undead: Doom Lord]"

Three columns of blue light appeared in front of Momonga and revealed three creatures.

The first was a rather slim looking humanoid creature that has green hair growing upwards like a flame and long elf-like ears. Its face was covered by a smiling white carnival mask with yellow eyes with a star in the middle of them. And wore a black overcoat that almost looked like a strait jacket and also had its fingers covered with sharp blades.

The second was a large undead creature that had rippling muscles throughout its body and most of its orange skin was covered in yellow bandages with a few steel chains around its body.

Finally, the last creature was a somewhat large undead skeleton that wore a rusted crown on its head, had a bloodstained cape that hung off its back. It was also wearing a set of full plate armour and was wielding a large war-scythe. Black smog was radiating from it and seemed to bolster the two other summoned creatures.

Momonga then went off with his summons to combat all of the hell hounds, while Merlin quickly moved over to the other three. At this point, Nishiki had joined in on the battle and was fighting the boss head to head. Odd for a man of stealth to be doing that, but it didn't really matter 'As long as the plan works'.

Merlin got within suitable range and started to buff the three "[Haste] [Enhance Ability] [Fortune's Favour] [Freedom of Movement] [Greater Defence]" multiple coloured lights appeared beneath the three as they all started to move faster. "And for the final touch… [Dreamlike Charisma]" a small red burst poured out from every ally on the field".

"Thank you my friend!" Touch-Me exclaimed just as he dodged under an attack and retaliated "[Dimensional Slash]!"

"Don't forget about me!" Takemikazuchi butted in while pulling out a new blade from his inventory. He pulled an immaculate red and black hilted katana from his inventory "Take my new and improved Takemikazuchi MK 3!" the blade then overflowed with an electrical hum as he was now dual wielding his two blades. With the enhanced speed and damage, Takemikazuchi became a literal tornado of blades as he spun with such speed and force.

Both Touch-Me's and Takemikazuchi's attacks landed on the boss and sent it flying. Qanir landed on his back and slowly rose up with a menacing stare. Before he could act though, a pink dotted glowing ring appeared to surround him and the party who were steadily closing in, minus Momonga.

Upon entering the ring, Qanir's body seemed to twitch a little before he tried to rush at the players. But his movements seemed much slower and when he got into a clash with Touch-Me, he was pushed back with ease.

"Huh… that's a neat trick" Nishiki said to Merlin.

"Made it myself but it's not as potent as someone who's fully spec'd into runes. I just have to use more runes to even come close to matching the potency".

"Still a pretty good tactic" Takemi agreed with Nishiki.

"What do you all say we finish this evil doer?" Touch-Me took a stance as an invisible wind seemed to blow his cape.

"I'm ready" Takemikazuchi responded with a smiling devil emoji. Takemi then looked to Merlin "I got an attack that can take him down. Got anything to help with skills?" Before Merlin could respond, Touch-Me and Nishiki had to engage Qanir as he started to rush the two that were planning something.

Merlin glanced at the small skirmish before nodding "The buff [Dreamlike Charisma] I used on you should've boosted your attack and slightly lower the 'cast time' or skill charge of an ability. I do have another one that'll help if it's a DPS ability".

Takemikazuchi raised his two swords "You better believe it's a DPS baby"

Merlin sighed before raising his staff "[Hero Creation EX] [Critical Boost]" he said aloud before a large red wave was released from Takemikazuchi. "This should boost your heavy attack damage by a good amount, increase your max HP and increase your critical damage. I also increased your crit rate so go crazy".

"With pleasure…" Takemi said in a menacing tone before rushing at the boss.

Nishiki and Touch-Me saw Takemikazuchi's approach and backed off from Qanir who was left open after a quick shield bash from Touch-Me and was held down by another [Shadow Bind] from Nishiki.

"Take this! My ultimate attack! [Bright King Combo]!" Takemi shouted as he swung at the boss. "[Acalanatha]!" two slashes landed on the boss "[Fudo Kensaku]!" another slash landed on the boss and reduced any evasive abilities he may have had to escape. "[Kurikara Sword]!" when the blade struck Qanir, it dealt MASSIVE damage considering the boss's low Karma value. "And now the final blow!" he shouted before doing an over exaggerated cross slash that released a mini explosion that did even more damage.

Qanir once again was sent flying back, but this time it was out of the runic circle and near the edge of the poisonous dome that surrounded all of them. "To think… that I… Qanir could be pushed this far" Qanir mumbled to himself "I won't accept this!" he shouted while ramming his sword into the ground. The ground cracked beneath him as a dark energy started to pour out from the cracks.

"Uh guys!?" Momonga was heard from the distance "The hounds are breaking past me!" They all glanced to Momonga and saw that the hounds were seemingly throwing caution into the wind and were rushing past all of Momonga's undead summons. "He must be preparing some super powerful attack!"

"So a DPS check is that it…" Merlin mumbled as he was forced to dodge a hellhound, it was killed by Nishiki before it could attack again.

"But I just did one!" Takemi shouted out while backing away from three hounds and dispatching them with a single hit each.

"We need to stop it either way" Touch-Me spoke while bashing a hound away with his shield and sending a [Dimensional Slash] to carve through a wave of hounds.

"Let's just Super-Tier this bastard. Momonga!" Merlin called out.

"Are you crazy?!" Nishiki called out while dispatching another few hounds "You'll hit us!"

"Trust me I have a plan" Merlin replied back "Momonga. Start casting [Fallen Down]"

"Alright I trust you" he said with conviction as a myriad of magical circles appeared around the two casters. Momonga's being a bright blue while Merlin's was a bright pink.

"Defend us for a moment will ya?" Merlin asked the other three.

"Got it!" they all shouted in unison before forming a defensive formation around the two casters.

Touch-Me and Takemikazuchi guarded the front as most of the hounds were coming from the front. While Nishikienrai guarded behind the two casters. The three fighters were working in near perfect sync, Touch-Me and Takemikazuchi were alternating between attack and defence while Nishiki, was [Shadow Bind]ing and simultaneously one-shotting all of the hounds that came his way. Whenever Nishiki was starting to get overwhelmed, Takemikazuchi would momentarily break off to help his friend.

The ground started to rumble as more cracks started to appear around the party and more dark shadows were pouring out from them.

"Alright we're done!" said before the two spoke in union.

"[SUPER-TIER MAGIC: FALLEN DOWN]" both casters shouted as two incredibly large beams of light descended from the heavens. Both beams crashed into that boss and instantly decimated the horde of hounds.

"[Illusion A]!" Merlin called out quickly as the beams of light encompassed the party.

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It was deathly quiet around the area of Hvergelmir. The once 'peaceful' area was now turned into a near unrecognizable wasteland. The nearby forest was gone, at least until a reset was done.

"Freaking hell that was close!" the voice of a red armoured samurai was heard "But it was awesome!"

"I have to agree. It was quite magnificent" Touch-Me chuckled at Takemikazuchi's enthusiasm.

"Was that really it though?" Nishiki spoke "That had to be one of the easiest boss's I've ever fought"

"Well I did weaken him just a tiny bit before you all arrived" Merlin brought up with a small smile emoji "Not to mention we probably just avoided his ultimate attack and possibly another phase".

Nishiki sighed "Yeah I guess…"

"Maybe we should've let him pull it off" Takemikazuchi thought aloud "Could've been more fun"

"How did we survive being so close to two Super-Tier spells?" Momonga questioned.

"It was my unique skill [Illusion A]" Merlin supplied.

"But what did it do?" Momonga asked.

"Basically it grants Invulnerability for a second or two. On top of increasing critical rates for a few seconds".

"That's kind of OP in a way…" Momonga mumbled.

A notification then appeared in front of them all.

CONGRADULATIONS

Congrats on being the first group to defeat Qanir!

Bonus reward will be distributed for defeating Qanir before entering his final phase!

"Huh" Merlin seemed slightly surprised "Guess I was right about the final phase thing. Curious as to what it was though".

Gold and EXP was distributed evenly amongst the players and a pile of loot was on the floor in front of them.

"So what do we have here?" Nishiki examined the items "We got the boss's sword"

"Calling it!" Takemikazuchi exclaimed before grabbing it and equipping it in order to analyze it "This thing has some good stats! I can make my next Takemikazuchi MK with this as a base!

"Well that's one out of the way…" Nishiki then examined another item "We have a container of poison… I think I'll take that one. Probably get someone to replicate it". He moved on to a pair of gauntlets and greaves "Want these Touch-Me?"

Touch-Me declined "My armour and weapons do not need to be replaced"

"Okay then… We got a ring that increases poison and necrotic damage".

"I'll take that one if you don't mind" Momonga quietly spoke up before taking the item.

"And finally… oh wow"

"What is it?" Merlin asked with a question mark emoji.

"It's a cosmetic that gets equipped into a free slot. But it's just a bundle of shadows…"

"Let me take a look at that" Merlin approached the small bundle of shadows and appraised it. "That's actually pretty neat. It coats whoever is wearing it in a customisable aura that blocks divination magic and gives the user an increased defense while its active. Just like the boss's ability".

"I guess it's only fair that you take it" Nishiki said to Merlin.

"You sure? This is pretty rare item from what I can see"

"Other than Touch-Me" Takemikazuchi started "You haven't got an item yet"

Merlin then looked to Touch-Me who waved him off"I do not require the item. Please take it for yourself".

"If you say so" Merlin shrugged "But what about the gauntlets and greaves?"

"I could take them" Takemikazuchi replied "Or we can give them to someone else who needs them".

"I say we go with that" Touch-Me agreed "We can save them for a new member even"

"That's pretty reasonable" Nishiki agreed.

"Thanks for helping me with this" Merlin got their attention.

Momonga responded first "You saved me once and helped me multiple times by giving me those items when we first met. And you helped me with that one dungeon last month. It's the least that I could do".

"I got to fight a somewhat fun boss so it's no problem" Nishiki said casually.

"Same here" Takemikazuchi gave a thumbs up "You promised me a one on one so I'll hold you to it".

"And I am always happy to lend a hand to someone in need" Touch-Me spoke with conviction "I once again extend the offer I made previously. Would you like to join our clan?"

Merlin looked down in thought for a moment 'Should I? I don't think any of my other friends would be mad… I don't see them that often anymore and the point of the clan is a good one'. After a few moments of thinking, Merlin looked up to Touch-Me and sent a smile emoji "Sure. Why not?"

"Glad to hear it!" Touch-Me said happily while opening his menu and sending an invite to Merlin, which he accepted.

Momonga chuckled a little which garnered everyone's attention "First we have a [World Champion] and now we have the [Grand Caster]. This clan is getting pretty stacked".

"Wait a second…" Takemikazuchi looked to Merlin "You're the [Grand Caster]!"

Merlin nodded "Yeah I am. Why?"

Takemikazuchi then shook with excitement "Now I'm really looking forward to our battle!" Everyone laughed at Takemikazuchi's exclamation as new bonds were formed between friends.

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A few weeks later

Merlin's time in Nine's Own Goal had been pretty fun so far. A few new members had joined the group and everyone got along really well, they now had ten members in the clan. Merlin had made some good friendships with the other members. Other than Momonga, who he talked to somewhat often, he got to know one of their newest members Amanomahitotsu pretty well.

Amanomahitotsu's avatar was a large crab that looked similar to a fiddler crab but his shell or 'skin' was orange. He wore a set of goggles over his face, had four 'hands' one of which was a giant crab claw as well as a set of smithing attire.

The crustacean had only been in the clan for about a week, but the two built a decent friendship. He was similar to Touch-Me in the sense that he liked the whole 'hero persona' but he also had a love for smithing and crafting. Amanomahitotsu has a smithing type build and liked to talk to Merlin since he was a beta tester and had knowledge on some of the oldest and rarest metals in the game.

Currently they were the only two online at the moment and were at the clan base. The clan base wasn't really special, it was just a rented base that they all contributed to. Currently they were in the 'forge' of the base, which was just a somewhat small room on the opposite side of the large mansion/cabin like base.

"So you're telling me that in Muspelheim they have a rare ore that only you and a handful of other people know about?" Amanomahitotsu tilted his head and sent a question mark emoji at Merlin while dipping a hot rod into a bucket of water.

"There is" Merlin nodded from his wooden chair "But I should tell you…" He leaned forward a bit "Its location is pretty well hidden and the people that know about it want to keep it that way".

Amanomahitotsu sighed "I guess I can understand that" he put his current project down and stood opposite of Merlin. "Do you have any of it on you?"

"I have only one" Merlin went into his inventory and pulled out a solid black chunk of metal ore which he proceeded to give to Amanomahitotsu. "Its rarity isn't super amazing at first glance, so anyone that does find it, usually just sells it or doesn't know how to utilize it.

"Hmm…" Amanomahitotsu opened a menu to look at the 'stats' of the ore "I see what you mean. Then what's the point of it?"

"It certainly can't be used to make much divine tier items or anything. But if forged correctly, it can be one of, if not the most durable metals in Yggdrasil".

"So really it's just good for making stuff that focuses on durability rather than insane offensive or defensive items?"

Merlin shrugged before leaning back in his chair "Pretty much yeah".

Amanomahitotsu then seemed to get an idea "I can use this stuff to make tools like hammers, anvils or even tongs that won't degrade as fast…" he mumbled to himself. "You think it would be okay if you showed me where it was? I could probably make better gear if I had more durable tools. And I'm not so great at combat with my build and all".

Merlin shrugged and sent a thumbs up emoji "I don't see an issue with it"

"Awesome" Amanomahitotsu sent a smile emoji "Let me just grab some of my mining gear and we can head out.

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Amanomahitotsu and Merlin then casually made their way to Muspelheim. It was the home of arguably the strongest boss in the game, Surtr. Muspelheim was the primordial realm of fire in Norse mythology and it certainly showed. All of Muspelheim was filled with ashen caves, lava pits, fire and a multitude of fire related creatures.

Merlin had cast [Gate] so that they could get to their destination with no issues. Sure Muspelheim had lots of heteromorphs, similar to Helheim, but a lot of heteromorph PKers went to these places in order to get easy EXP off of low level players that ventured in alone or in a party of lower levelled players.

The two had emerged from the swirling mass of dark purple that was created by [Gate] and stood in front of your average cave. It had no special name, nor did it contain any special mobs, other than a few fire elementals. If you were really unlucky, a primal fire elemental could spawn and they could be pretty annoying if you weren't on their level or higher.

"Been a while since I've been to Muspelheim" Merlin looked around at the realm of fire and then went towards the cave.

"Do you not like it here?" Amanomahitotsu asked.

"I don't hate it per say. It's just the atmosphere is lacking. I much prefer Álfheim and other forested areas".

"I can understand that" Amanomahitotsu replied back with a nod "But usually the best materials are found in places like this".

"I only have a few levels in the base [Alchemist] class so I don't really search for much smithing ingredients. Or potion ingredients for that matter".

"Don't you have some levels in [Runesmith]?"

"A few yeah. Mostly so I can somewhat bolster my own gear and set up a few traps and the like if needed".

Both players continued to converse about small topics as they progressed further into the cave. Any threats were swiftly dealt with by either a [Flower Coffin] or a small [Stream of Flowers] by Merlin. They had reached a small dark opening in the cave and Merlin lit it up with a few [Mage Light] spells so they could both see properly. The ore was found by Merlin relatively quickly and was mined by Amanomahitotsu, since he could get higher quality ore due to his classes.

Within no time at all, both players had collected a fair amount of the ore and were leaving the cave. By the time they did get to exit, an explosion was heard in the distance.

"Guess some kind of battle is going on over there" Merlin glanced in the direction of the explosion.

"You curious?" Amanomahitotsu asked.

"I think I am yeah…" Merlin replied before he cast a spell "[Summon: Cath Palug]" he called out as a small puff appeared in front of Merlin.

"What the heck is that thing?" Amanomahitotsu looked down at the fluffy squirrel like creature.

"A unique summon I have. He's immune to most divination spells and I use him to scout out areas"

"It's kind of cute"

Merlin could only chuckle before giving the ball of fluff an order "Investigate the explosion. Stay hidden"

"Fou!" Cath Palug responded before running off into the direction of the supposed battle.

Merlin the cast the spell [Distant Vision] to have a screen display itself to both him and Amanomahitotsu. It showed the perspective of Cath Palug running over a few hills, clouds of smoke and a few craters until it arrived at the location of the battle. When Cath Palug arrived, both players saw a group of players attacking another player.

They couldn't both hear and see at the same time, so they just watched what was happening. A group of humanoid players were attacking a slime. The slime was pretty grotesque in appearance and looked like a melting, constantly moving blob of orange and black slime. The humanoid party consisted of a male human paladin, a female half-elf caster and a dwarf wielding some kind of large hammer.

"Of course it's a group of Heteromorph PKers" Amanomahitotsu said with a small amount of anger.

Merlin could only sigh "I guess we have to live up to the mantra of our clan"

"Yea let's do this!"

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'Dang it! Why can't I just take a nice stroll through a realm without getting killed!?' the slime said to herself. A blast of fire then impacted her body as another chunk of HP was reduced from her. "Can't you guys just leave me alone!? Please?!" her high pitched voice called out to the group.

"No chance!" the human paladin rushed forward and slashed at the slime who hopped back from the attack, only to be met with a mighty swing from the hammer wielding dwarf.

"Hmph!" the dwarf huffed "Why do you have so much dang HP!"

"She's probably a tank type build" spoke the half-elf caster who sent another barrage of spells at the slime.

The slime was hit with a few of the spells 'I gotta get out of here!' she thought while trying to make a 'run' for it.

She was stopped by a barrier that had appeared due to the caster. With her back against a wall, all three players menacingly walked towards the now cornered slime. "Ain't nowhere to run" spoke the paladin "Just accept it" he almost half whined.

'Ah crap! Now what!?' the slime thought as the caster was preparing an [Explosion] spell 'It's only five levels I guess' the slime deflated and seemed to accept what was coming.

"[Explosion]!" the caster called out.

Time almost seemed to slow down for the slime as a magic circle was forming. But as quickly as she saw it coming, her vision was suddenly blinded by pink.

'What the? Flowers?'

KABOOM

Her avatar shook as the explosion rocked the surrounding area.

"Now come on. Can't we settle this peacefully?" the slime heard a voice from beyond the dome of flowers.

'Did somebody save me?' she thought to herself as the dome of flowers slowly fell to the ground to reveal a figure standing just in front of her. They wore a white robe adorned with flowers and pins with a black short sleeved body suit underneath, black boots with gold trims and long white hair that was held in place by pink flower pins. They were currently wielding a wooden magical staff with coloured ribbons.

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Merlin turned his head slightly so that the slime could see his eyes "Holding up alright?"

"Y-yeah" the slime responded while still surprised "T-thank you for saving me"

"Hey pal!" the paladin shouted "Back off! We saw her first!"

"Back off you say?" Merlin tilted his head and sent a question mark emoji.

"Yeah! Get out of here and maybe we'll let you live!" shouted the dwarf.

"Now how can I refuse an offer like that" Merlin shrugged then snapped his finger. A [Crystal Wall] had then appeared in front of Merlin and blocked the other players' line of sight. "Off we go!" Merlin said aloud then grabbed the slime and cast [Greater Teleportation] to disappear in a flash. But not before leaving a surprise on the ground.

The two had suddenly appeared a good distance away from the PKers and were currently behind a large boulder. Merlin let out a sigh before leaning against the boulder "I can understand PKers to an extent… but to solo out heteromorphs as much as they do? Kind of a dick move".

The slime had looked to Merlin "Thank you again!" her avatar bowed.

Merlin only waved her off "I didn't do everything" he then motioned to behind the slime "He helped with the [Crystal Wall]".

The slime turned around to see Amanomahitotsu standing a few feet behind her. She let out a small "Eep!" in surprise before thanking him as well.

"Don't worry about it. Us heteromorphs gotta stick together right? Plus it's only natural to help someone" Amanomahitotsu responded.

"Starting to sound more like Touch-Me every day" Merlin sent a smirking emoji which garnered a chuckle from the crustacean.

"I-I'm Bukubukuchagama" the now named Bukubukuchagama meekly let out.

"I'm Amanomahitotsu" Amanomahitotsu introduced himself.

"And I'm Merlin" Merlin held up a peace sign "pretty risky to be out here by yourself you know"

"Yeah I figured that out…" Bukubukuchagama responded "But my brother is too high of a level to play with me, so he usually goes by himself or with a few of his friends".

"I guess I can get that somewhat" Merlin crossed his arms dismissing his staff to his inventory. "Still should've helped you a bit more".

"Yeah. I'm gonna have to give him a smack upside the head later" she said somewhat darkly which caused Merlin and Amanomahitotsu to flinch a little. Her mood then did a one-eighty "I guess I should probably get going now. Thanks again!" her avatar then began to slide away.

Amanomahitotsu shuffled up to Merlin and whispered "You thinking what I'm thinking?"

"That how can a slime have such a dark and cute voice at the same time?"

"No you dolt! Let's bring her back to our base and offer her a spot in the clan!"

Merlin shrugged "She seems nice enough" he then looked to the slimes retreating form and called out "Hey! Why not join us for a bit?"

"Huh?" Bukubukuchagama turned around.

Amanomahitotsu spoke next "We got this clan going on that's made up of heteromorphs. As long as you're a working member of society and are willing to protect other heteromorphs, I'm sure the others would welcome you".

"I… don't know what to say" she thought for a moment.

"Just come with us and see for yourself" Merlin spoke up "If you don't join, we can at least help you out"

"I think I'd like that" Bukubukuchagama replied back before sliding back over "I'm only level fifty so I don't know if I'll be much help…"

"Don't worry about that" Merlin casually dismissed her worry before pointing to Amanomahitotsu "This guy is practically useless in a raid and we still keep him around" Merlin said jokingly.

"Hey!" Amanomahitotsu said aloud with a frowning emoji.

Bukubukuchagama laughed at the joke for a good ten seconds before calming down. "But before we go…" Merlin smirked before he cast [Distant Vision] so they could see the party they had went away from.

They were still there and were discussing something until Merlin snapped his fingers and a large pink Magic circle appeared beneath the party of PKers before exploding. Bringing all of their HP values to zero and scream of frustration that followed it.

"Now we can go" Merlin said with a small smirk before he cast [Gate] and had the other two follow him through.

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Bit of an odd place to end but most of these 'Yggdrasil chapters' will be relatively short just to build relations and whatnot. Possibly expand on events and stuff. Also the boss fight was pretty short considering the party was pretty stacked. At some point I'll put up a poll for NPC's but I'll let you all know when I do that. Thanks for reading!