Danmachi: Is It Wrong to Be the Main Character in Orario?

'It's on the other side.'

Bell's eyes locked onto the battlefield where the giant flowers raged.

The ability of the "Sword Princess," Ais Wallenstein, was unquestionably powerful. Without the aid of runes, his eyes could barely follow her movements.

'To think her speed could increase this much just by using magic. It must be because of the wind. Even if some of it is used for protection, that acceleration is incredible.'

'Ariel really is a well-rounded wind-type magic. Physical acceleration, wind-attribute weapon enhancement, and body protection. While it's not as comprehensive and refined as my Lightning Command, it's definitely a versatile offensive spell.'

'Her status is solid, and her combat experience is rich, but the issue lies with her weapon.'

Bell's eyes quickly locked onto the sword in Ais's hand. He could clearly see it was on the verge of shattering.

'Weapons made of ordinary materials just can't keep up. When you forcibly add attributes to a weapon that isn't sturdy enough, it'll soon break from overuse.'

Just as Bell thought this, the Sword Princess cleaved through one of the Violas, but her weapon snapped completely when it struck the tough hide of another. Still, it wasn't a surprising outcome—no ordinary weapon could endure such strain.

They were being used against these tough-skinned Violas, had to handle the burden of wind attributes, and were subjected to high-intensity use. It was too much for any weapon to withstand. Clearly, the Sword Princess wasn't using one of her own weapons imbued with the "indestructible" attribute. Otherwise, this wouldn't be happening.

'High-intensity combat really demands weapons with the "indestructible" attribute.'

But Bell wasn't particularly worried about weapons.

The "Hestia Knife" possessed both "indestructible" and "growth" attributes—a classic first-rate weapon.

The "Hydra Dagger" had "Hydra's Blood" and "indestructible," making it a top-tier poison-based weapon.

The "Kuji Kanesada" held the attributes of "cutting through everything" and "indestructible." With its unique characteristics, it even ranked above standard first-line weapons.

All of Bell's exclusive weapons had the "indestructible" attribute, so no matter how hard he pushed them, there was nothing to worry about.

As he thought about this, Bell found himself deep in thought.

'Maybe I could collaborate with Hephaestus in forging? Hephaestus-sama could craft the weapons, and I could engrave Runes onto them?'

It wasn't an impossible idea—somewhat like magic swords. But with Rune's blessings, they might not be as short-lived as typical magic swords.

Still, Bell shook his head slightly. It wasn't unfeasible, but it didn't seem all that necessary either.

Forging weapons still required materials capable of embodying the "indestructible" trait. If the weapons already had that property, it would be easier just to use enchanted Rune Stones instead—it was far more convenient.

Bell kept watching.

With the Sword Princess's weapon broken, her combat effectiveness dropped sharply. The shattered sword couldn't even damage the Violas anymore. As for the other two Level 5s, they were fighting barehanded—it really seemed like they were just there for the "Monsterphilia" event.

'The only reliable combatant is the weakest one.'

The scene shifted to the elf girl who had been pierced through her right side. "Thousand Elf" Lefiya Viridis, a third-rank adventurer of the Loki Familia, and the strongest mage in the group after the "Nine Hell."

With Level 3 strength, her magic could wipe out even Level 4 or 5 monsters—she was considered the hope of the new generation.

But that 'hope' was for the future—not now. Pierced through the waist, she didn't even have the strength to stand.

'Should I help her? Hm?'

Just as Bell considered stepping in, Lefiya pushed herself up with both hands despite the wound in her side.

...

It hurts!

It really hurts!

Her waist had been pierced clean through by a root from the giant flower bursting out of the ground. Lefiya wasn't just enduring the pain of being impaled—she was also reeling from the force behind the blow. But she knew she had to stand up. If she didn't, Tiona, Tione, and even Ais would be devoured by the Violas, piece by piece.

'Ais' weapon is broken, and Tiona and Tione didn't bring theirs. If this keeps up, we might all die here.'

Lefiya clenched her back teeth and slowly pushed herself up from the ground. The motion worsened the bleeding from her right side, turning her face ghostly pale.

'Ais, I'm not just someone you have to protect.'

The admiration and gratitude in her heart became the courage that kept her going. The pain in her right abdomen dulled slightly, helping Lefiya center herself as she began chanting the spell.

"I wish upon the name of Wishe.

Ancestors of the forest, proud brethren. Answer my call and come to the plains.

Connecting bonds, the pledge of paradise. Turn the circle and dance around.

Come, ring of fairies. Please - give me strength!"

As Lefiya's magic surged through her body, the spell took shape, forming a glowing magic circle around her.

"Aaah!"

...

The deafening roar of the Viola crashed down on Lefiya, who could barely stay on her feet. But Ais, Tiona, and Tione wouldn't let it go unchallenged. Even without weapons, they weren't going to let the monster have its way.

The three exchanged quick glances.

Ais immediately dashed toward the more distant giant flower, driving the shattered remains of her slender sword into its bud.

Tione and Tiona charged the closer ones, throwing powerful punches straight into the flower heads.

"Boom!!!"

The dual impacts slammed the flowers into the ground, halting their assault. Taking this chance, the three leapt forward, forming a shield in front of Lefiya.

Lefiya didn't stop for a second. She trusted Tiona, Tione, and Ais—and because of that, she continued chanting.

"Harbinger of the end, the white snow. Blow with the wind before the twilight."

"Closing light, the freezing land. Blizzard, the three severe winters - my name is Alf!"

"Wynn Fimbulvetr"

The three in front quickly scattered.

As her chant reached its climax, three gusts of snow-laden wind swept in from different directions, slamming into the giant flowers and freezing them solid in an instant.

But then—something unexpected happened.

"Eh!"

Just before the last giant flower was completely frozen, the ground in front of Lefiya cracked open. A vine as thick as steel shot up, aiming straight for her head.