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Hestia.

I declare a War Game.

If I win, Bell is mine.

And if I lose, I'll go back to Heaven or whatever else you want.

Don't be ridiculous!

After what you did to everyone in Orario, you have no right to-

No matter what penalty I face from the Guild,

as long as the Three Great Quests remain incomplete,

they would never dare to dissolve us.

That's how strong my Familia is.

And how influential my social status is.

But I'm willing to wager all of that.

You're more than welcome to form a faction with other Familias.

I'll fight back with nothing but my own Familia.

So come at me.

Well, Bell, what do you think?

If I win, will you also agree to do something for me?

Fine.

What exactly do you want?

I want one more chance to meet with Ms. Syr.

No.

I want to meet with the real you.

Whatever makes you happy.

All right.

You're on, Freya.

It's a War Game!

You are such a stupid woman.

Just you wait, Syr.

I won't rest until I've slapped you into tomorrow.

The Freya Familia declared a War Game?

Yeah, against some kind of allied army.

It seems like everyone is really upset with them this time.

Rumor has it a bunch of different Familia are going to participate.

Thanks!

Well, the Loki Familia has gotta be the first in line, right?

It'll be a real nasty fight.

This makes no sense!

What do you mean you won't participate in the War Game, Loki?

A bunch of other Familia that were raring to go have chickened out ever since you said you wouldn't join us!

I don't got a choice.

The Guild put the kibosh on us.

The Loki Familia is officially banned from participating.

Even if we try to ignore it, then our side insta-loses for breaking the rules!

Grrrr...

The bottom line is the Guild won't allow a war that tips the scales of power in Orario too far to one side.

Well, listen.

All you have to do is lay out the rules of the showdown so the allied army has a shot at winning.

That's the whole reason this Denatus is being held.

So do your best to argue your way to a beneficial position.

Grrrr...

Take it easy, Hestia.

You won't get them to repeal that decision.

But it doesn't change our feelings on the matter.

We still stand with you.

All right.

But can we at least borrow Wallenwhatsit from you until the War Game starts?

Nuh-uh.

Wha?

Ais has already been put in a tight spot.

How many times must I say it!

We cannot afford to have the Loki Familia and Freya Familia crushing each other in a War Game!

It's like I keep telling you.

Nobody from our Familia will be happy with that,

and I'm not going to force it on them.

That's how egregious the Freya Familia's actions are.

Very well, then.

What is that?

We will provide information about the area down on the 60th floor, the Thalia Glacier.

But in exchange...

you must pull out of the War Game!

So, is this yet another part of Goddess Freya's scheme?

Stop with the rude accusations.

Lady Freya proposed this battle with the full intent of defeating every Familia in Orario, including yours.

Well, I'm siding with the Hestia Familia.

We're not banned from providing assistance.

In other words, you're going fill that Prum's head with your tricks.

I wonder if she'll be able to maintain her composure without breaking down in tears.

Master Bell!

I'm so sorry!

Forgive me!

- It feels like I stabbed you in the back. - I said so many awful things to you.

I failed to save you in a time of need.

- I don't know how I can ever make it up to you! - I'm the worst Advisor ever!

- My bad, Bell! I'm sorry! - No amount of apology can make up for it!

Um...

Listen, guys.

This next fight is too big for me to handle alone.

So, forget about apologizing. I would rather have you all fight by my side instead.

I've already caused my fair share of problems for you guys, haven't I?

Now we can just consider it even, okay?

Please, everyone.

I need you to help me out!

Sure! I'll help you, Master Bell!

Yeah. The Captain has spoken.

Let's make sure we have his back!

Right!

Helping Master Bell is our duty!

I will work hard to repay all of your kindness!

No matter what it takes!

Oh, Bell! I promise that I'll leak all of the info that I get from the Guild to you!

Wh-whoa, you don't have to go that far...

Big news!

The details of the War Game have been decided, guys!

We're going to duke it out by playing Hide-and-Seek.

Just like the kid's game.

Hide-and-Seek?

Yeah.

The Gods will hide while the children seek them out.

Whichever side finds the other first wins.

We settled on this to compensate for the difference in strength.

I'll explain in more detail later, but to sum it up:

Bringing any harm to the Gods is banned.

But children fighting and obstructing each other...

is allowed.

I'll get to work forging Crozzo magic swords. As many as time allows.

Are you sure?

We can't beat them without pulling out all the stops, right?

Let's formulate a strategy.

We'll use every means at our disposal.

I said that so confidently...

But it's impossible! There is no good strategy!

Little Miss Supporter!

You've got a guest!

Hey. Sorry to barge in on you.

Huh? Master Finn?

What reason could a hero like you have to see me?

Working all day and night to gather intelligence on the enemy, eh?

That's certainly what any strategist worth their salt should be doing.

But... you don't have to bother.

Huh? Erm, well...

Because I'm going to provide you with all the information I have.

And I've fought against the Freya Familia plenty of times.

Why would you do that?

Liliruca Arde.

Figuring out my motives shouldn't be your concern right now.

You face a nearly hopeless battle.

So you need to make use of whatever advantage you can, right?

I will train you on how to be a strategist.

That would be amazing, Master Finn!

Please share your expertise with me!

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to lend you guys a hand.

Everyone in the city is ready to do their part.

So what if we can't fight in the War Game?

I'll still help you out, Argonaut boy!

We'll be your sparring partners right up until the big day.

Thank you!

We're throwing our full support behind them.

I can't deny that I'm interested to see just how much my weapons can stand up...

to the likes of the Freya Familia.

We're gonna side with the Hestia Familia!

The whole world has its eyes on this battle. This is our big chance to make a name for ourselves!

Yeah, right. You just want to help Bell Cranel out of a tight spot.

N-no way, man!

Our Ganesha Familia will not participate in the War Game!

We will be overseers.

Our job is to keep watch over the battlefield and make sure the rules are followed!

What are you two going to do?

Stay out of it.

Or at least that's what I wanted!

But my damn kids won't listen to me! They're going to join the allied army!

All cuz of that bonehead, Dormul!

I have the same problem with Luvis; he keeps saying he "owes them"!

This is the end! Our Familias are doomed!

Now is the time for us to serve that bitch Freya her just desserts!

Our Goddess Alliance will go all in on the War Game!

Seems like a lot of people are rooting for them.

I know they'll pull off a win.

No way. They're screwed.

It doesn't matter how much they bolster their forces, it's pointless without the Loki Familia on their side.

So, we're not going to participate, then?

Does that upset you?

I think your decision is the right one given the circumstances, Master Hermes.

However,

you won't be able to stop Aisha.

Her Guild registration lists her as belonging to a fake party anyways, so it shouldn't be a problem.

I'm going to offer Liliruca Arde every item in our arsenal, except for those that are banned.

That's fine with me.

It won't be enough to tip the scales in their favor.

If there's any hope of them winning, it's...

Congratulations, Bell. You're level 5 now.

And you've obtained a new skill called "Vanadis Tevere".

It makes you stronger against charm.

Also, your "Escape" ability has gone up from I rank to G rank.

Huh?

Oh, it boosts your speed whenever you're being chased.

Goddess... do you think I stand any chance in battle against the Freya Familia's top brass?

I'm not a Goddess of war, so I can't really say anything specific.

But regardless...

I don't think you'll actually be able to compete against Freya's children.

I still have to try.

The details of the War Game have been finalized, Lady Freya.

It will begin 6 days from now. The battlefield will be the Olza City ruins.

I see.

May I ask you a question?

What made you keep the Sword Princess away from the rabbit boy?

Because training with the Sword Princess could potentially make him far stronger than he is now.

Do you honestly believe we would have trouble dealing with him, even if that happened?

I'm just doing whatever it takes to make sure he's mine.

My apologies for speaking out of line.

Excuse me.

I'm such a joke.

It was nothing but jealousy.

Man, this sucks. I wanted to help Bell grow a bit more.

Why are you whining like a little girl?

I can't stop you from feeling an affinity for him, but remember that when push comes to shove...

It's not a problem!

When we face each other in battle,

I shall not hesitate to brandish my blade and cut him limb from limb.

Nothing is working.

I obeyed Lady Freya's wishes and kept Horn alive by healing all her wounds.

But she still won't wake up.

So, she's just in a deathlike state?

As a Healer, I find it very hard to accept that description,

but it's not wrong.

I must say, you really are a problematic woman, Horn.

What were you hoping to achieve by going as far as to betray Lady Freya?

I can't make any sense of it.

Do you know what's preventing her from waking up?

Well, I'm only human, so the best I can do is guess.

That's fine.

Lady Freya tried to kill off her "Syr" persona, but now Horn is keeping it alive.

The reason Vana Seith hasn't completely worn off

is possibly because Horn is using her magic to maintain the spell and prevent something from being lost...

It's utter nonsense.

Right.

What sort of dream are you having right now?

Anya...

How long are you gonna mope around for?

Lady Freya is Syr, right?

Then we gotta go talk things out with her, even if that means doing it the hard way!

Say something, you dumb cat!

Enough, Lunor.

Then lay there like a sad sack and die for all I care!

Don't you want the tavern to go back to how it used to be, Anya?

That's what I want.

The rest of us are going to fight in the War Game.

We'll be waiting for you.

It's impawssible for me to fight anymore...

I'm too scared.

Big Brother?

All right.

Seems like you've adjusted to your new level, and just in the nick of time.

I seriously can't thank you two enough.

If only Ais had been able to help out, too...

Sorry about that.

I know circumstances were beyond her control. And besides...

I've already taken everything that Ms. Ais taught me to heart.

Knock 'em dead, kid!

Thanks!

Good morning, folks! The day of the big War Game is finally upon us!

I'm your play-by-play announcer, Ibly Archer.

And here to provide commentary is...

none other than our head honcho himself!

I AM GANESHA!

YEAH!

This will be an unprecedented battle between factions!

The Freya Familia, lauded as the strongest in the city,

will be clashing against an allied army led by the Hestia Familia!

The name of the game is: Hide-and-Seek!

The allied army will have territory on the east side of the island,

while the west side will belong to the Freya Familia.

Each God will hide somewhere in their respective territory while the children seek them out!

Just like the name implies!

Except this is no regular game of Hide-and-Seek.

Members from opposing Familia will be allowed to fight and obstruct each other,

which basically makes this a battle royale!

Either fight to protect your patron God,

or hunt down the opposing one!

Who knows how gruesome and bloody this battle will turn out when the dust finally settles!

But there's a catch!

While the Freya Familia must find all of the Gods who are allied with Hestia in order to win,

the allied army can claim victory by only finding Lady Freya!

That seems to tip the advantage in their favor!

What's your take on it, Master Ganesha?

To be honest, I still don't think that's enough of a handicap.

Master Ganesha dropping truth bombs!

Listen up, everybody. This will be our last briefing.

All Gods must openly wear the flowers they were given. Don't try to hide them.

If your flower goes missing or gets stolen by the other side, then you're out.

And all members of your Familia have to leave.

That's why I want all the Gods to focus on staying in as long as possible by running or hiding.

You're up, Miss Supporter.

I would like the Gods to decide their own positions.

Letting me dictate everything is a bad idea. That will just make it easier for the enemy to find patterns and flaws.

So it's better for the Gods to choose their own hiding places independently from my strategy.

Let me be perfectly blunt.

We're going up against a brilliant strategist.

Someone far smarter than I am.

Despite our superior numbers, I know for a fact that we'll lose if we just try to attack them head-on.

That's how powerful the Freya Familia is.

But...

But... even so!

I want to win this!

Lady Freya crossed a line and needs to learn a lesson!

I don't want to be separated from Master Bell!

I refuse to let her take away someone so important to us!

So pull your weight, adventurers!

Because I'm gonna lead your sorry asses to victory!

All right!

Hell yeah! Let's do this!

That kid sure knows how to egg us on!

Ah! Lili is just phenomenal!

That was amazing! I felt like I was watching Mr. Finn!

Well, it was actually Master Finn who came up with the whole idea for me.

"You have the advantage of a cute face, so start off by being charming and sweet,

"then follow it up with some tough words to galvanize them into action."

What's the matter?

Can I talk to you? I have a hunch about something that might happen during the war.

After all the allied forces reach the island,

they must move to their assigned territory on the east side!

I didn't think you were the type to get in on the action, Bors.

Aw, shaddap! This is the last thing I wanted to do, but I owe one to Rabbit's Foot!

Open the gate!

Honestly, I find that idea pretty hard to swallow...

Yeah, I figured.

But keep it somewhere in the back of your mind for me, okay?

All right.

U-um...

Can I speak with you for a little bit, too?

Ms. Cassandra? Let me guess, did you have another dream?

Y-yes!

I saw a bunch of different things happening across a twilight-colored plain...

There was an Elf and a Prum!

Then a boar and a chariot!

But the wind will blow in our favor!

The "wind", huh...?

Lady Freya. Your flower has arrived.

Please wear it on your chest.

Talk about ironic.

What is?

You must win, Ottarl.

Yes ma'am.

Bell is going to be mine.

This is the only way left to claim him.

I am wholly devoted to Her Ladyship.

So you better heed my every beck and call!

To war, comrades!

Come. Show me why you're her favorite.

Without further ado...

let the War Game begin!

Next time: "Fólkvangr".