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Episode 4

When Monsters Attack, Unpreparedness Is the Greatest Enemy

What is magic?

Magic is the most advanced art in this world.

Nations compete to determine who best utilizes its power.

And magic stones, like this one, are the core of every magic tool.

This magic wand is made with a magic stone, as well.

Magic users can bring about all sorts of phenomena

The mining and distribution of magic stones is nationally regulated.

In this nation, they are managed by the Aurousseau Company

with the permission of the royal family.

That's my Lene's household.

Now, for today's lesson, you'll fire some actual magic shots.

You can imagine that the targets are monsters.

Monsters first appeared along with the discovery of magic stones.

They are animals that have taken magic stones into their bodies,

drastically changing their shapes and appearances.

A monster's weakness is the magic stone that serves as its core.

Right, then.

Rae, you've been in your own world this whole time.

Are you all right?

Oh, sorry. I zoned out.

I swear...

You may be a dual caster, but you can't neglect daily practice.

Yeah, you're right.

Let's see... Magic shot, magic shot...

There.

Wow...

That's what someone with two attributes is capable of?

Shoot! I misjudged the strength I needed!

This is another case of...

I just blew it again, didn't I?!

Don't get too full of yourself!

Mr. Torrid...

Magic is a dangerous art if used incorrectly.

You must be very careful and very serious.

Sorry.

I apologize, sir.

What?

You're really able to show true respect to someone better than you, huh?

who established the foundations of magic in this kingdom.

Torrid Magic

Though his aptitude is only intermediate,

he commands the attributes of fire, earth, and water,

making him the kingdom's one and only tri-caster!

Even a commoner like you must know that!

Of course I'm aware of that.

This kingdom lagged behind the others in magic,

and then he appeared, like a comet!

Y-Yes, I get it!

Stop doing that weird pose!

I don't know them.

Next, I will explain the magical attributes.

Water

Wind

Fire

Earth

There are four attributes, each with its own affinities.

wind is strong against water,

fire is strong against earth,

For example...

Earth magic can defend.

Advanced users can even build entire castle walls.

Fire magic can attack.

Water magic can heal.

It can be used to treat injuries and illnesses.

The dead, however, cannot be brought back to life.

And wind magic, which I can't use, primarily fills supportive roles.

Combining wind with fire increases its attack power,

That about covers it.

Now, let's put this into actual practice.

I will advise those of you with the wind attribute individually,

so please come to me.

An earth wall... Kinda like this?

Still such good buddies, aren't you?

Prince Rod! Prince Yu!

You are gravely mistaken!

I have not befriended this person in the slightest!

You heard her, Rae.

You shut up!

Anyway...

Where is Prince Thane?

Oh, he's with Mr. Torrid.

You really blasted that target. Nice going.

We're not that great at magic ourselves,

so we kinda envy you.

Huh.

Does it not make you happy to be praised by Their Highnesses?

Actually...

That is never going to happen!

You two really are good buddies.

By the way, are you two gonna take the Academy Knights exam next week?

Huh?

Brother, I doubt Rae knows about the Academy Knights.

Oh, I guess not.

The Academy Knights resolve conflicts between students,

kill monsters on the grounds, that kind of thing.

They're basically an autonomous organization within the academy.

It's deeply rooted in tradition, and only the elite who pass the exam can join.

I think it'd be worth trying.

The Academy Knights...

I mean, they were in the game, so of course I know about them.

Thane

Unbound by duty and status... Looks like there's still more I could learn from you.

Yu

Let's both do our best together!!

but as far as the game goes, I don't really care whether I'm in it or not.

What, not interested?

I thought you'd jump at the chance.

Eh... I don't...

Then you could be like, "I'm the knight who protects Miss Claire!"

The knight who protects Miss Claire?!

A villain! Someone help me!

My lady!

My lady...

Oh, my knight...

I'll do it!

I don't even want to know what you were just imagining,

but I'll be taking the exam, as well.

Huh?

Does that mean...

Put me down!

I can't have you protecting me for the rest of my life!

I can fight, too!

You're imagining something weird again!

Watch it!

Is it me, or is the ground shaking?

What's going on?

H-Hey!

An earthquake?

A water slime?

It's unbelievably huge.

If that thing swallowed you up, you'd be a goner.

Everyone, get back! Take refuge, and let me handle this!

Keep calm, and get to a safe distance!

This way, everyone!

Hey! What are you doing?!

You need to start running, too!

Commoner!

Hey! Take refuge, quickly!

That monster's a water type.

I'll help you!

How can you construct such impressive magic walls so quickly?

You're no beginner at this!

Well, yes, naturally I've already accounted for all this!

This is a monster attack event that happens in the game.

A water slime draws near!

Fight Item Talk Plan Run

Mud Lance

I've been secretly practicing my magic just for this day.

The water slime took 35 damage!

The water slime took 38 damage!

The water slime took 42 damage!

Once I got used to it, I improved quickly.

Thanks, protag specs!

Mr. Torrid! Give everyone the order to attack!

We can overpower it with numbers now!

R-Right!

Everyone! Use your attack magic together on my signal!

Aim through the cracks between the earth walls!

Fire!

Did we get it?

This is the Hateful Cry! Monsters use it to threaten their foes!

This is bad!

Oh, no!

I used too much magic on those walls! I've got none left!

Rod

Close call, huh? But it's okay now. I'll finish this thing off.

During this event in the game,

when the heroine is in danger,

Thane

Are you all right? Leave the rest to me. This is my job now!

Yu

the romanceable characters gallantly save her...

Rod

Thane

Yu

No! I don't wanna make this choice!

It'll set a flag! Someone's affection level will skyrocket!

I need different options that aren't the princes!

If there was a name I'd want to call out...

Yu

Save me,

Yu

Claire

Miss Claire!

Huh?!

Oh, right... In this scene...

Miss Claire's also been caught by a tentacle.

She shows up in Prince Thane's event CG!

It's a tiny image, but it's so cute!

Ugh! Could this monster be any more barbaric?

I can't save anyone this way...

Stay strong, Claire François.

Prince Thane!

Damage

I'll back you up.

Hit it with all the magic you've got.

B-But my attribute is fire.

It won't affect a water-type monster.

Right!

We hit it with full power!

Of course!

Awesome! Dashing! Beautiful!

I love you so much, Miss Claire!

Miss Claire! Do it!

Roar forth!

Clad in the breeze!

Flame Lance!

Enchant Wind!

Are you all right?

I-I'm so sorry!

It's—

Ow...

You saved us!

B-But it wasn't just me...

Oh, there you are.

It's okay. You don't need to be afraid.

That was your mommy back there, wasn't it?

She was fighting to protect you, wasn't she?

I'm sorry.

I'll be your mommy instead.

We'll forge the Familiar Pact right now.

Your name is Ralaire now.

Let's be friends, Ralaire.

Hey, that tickles!

Prince Thane!

Um... I wanted to thank you.

If not for you, I don't know what would've happened to me.

I'm sure you would have handled things just fine without me.

Th-That's not...

But still...

C-Commoner!

Where have you been?!

Were you hurt?! Are you all right?!

Oh... Yes. I'm just fine.

But should you have done that?

Huh? Done what?

Well... You just snapped the flag you set in half...

What in the world are you talking about?

Do you know how worried I—

It's happened! You're finally getting all affectionate!

I am not!

Where do you keep getting that idea, anyway?!

I'm saying...

You did a good job keeping the monster in one place.

Rae! Miss Claire!

Come on, let's hurry back already.

Oh, sure. Just a sec.

You've got quite the appetite.

Hey!

Ow, ow, ow...

Y-You're full of curiosity, too. You're gonna need trai—

Hang on...

That's a monster, isn't it?

Calm down, Misha! Just listen! Hear me out!

And help me train this little one!

Could you not just dump a headache like that on me so naturally?

H-How cute...

Gotcha!

I then started the process of training Ralaire, but...

Hey, commoner! Where did you put my brush?

Lene is looking fo—

The first part of the knight exam is the written part!

Y-You don't mean... Me, of all people?!

Why don't we compare our answers, Miss Claire?