Frieren in Elden Ring

The next moment, the three people in the training ground moved in unison. The most imposing attack was Lehman's shadow magic, spreading in a

The next moment, the three people in the training ground moved in unison. The most imposing attack was Lehman's shadow magic, spreading in all directions.

In Lehman's hands, the jet-black mana dulled the senses while flexibly spreading across the ground, even climbing the surface of the barrier, ready to shoot fatal arrows at any moment. And so it did, a dense barrage blotting out the sky.

Flamme, unperturbed in the face of danger, defended with a circle of Glinstone swords.

Her use of it was also an improved version. She had learned from her master to use the swords for automatic parrying rather than just blocking, forming another layer of defense.

But there was no time to spare, as Vain had closed to mid-range and begun his assault.

The two-handed greatsword in his hands weaved a torrential storm. The sword-qi mixed within was full of menace, forcing Flamme to dodge left and right, yet she could never leave his attack range.

"Don't waste your energy. This footwork comes from observing and seeing through the enemy's movements. You can't create distance."

"This is the first time I've ever seen anything like it!"

"You can still laugh? Your temperament is really like Lady Frieren's."

As he spoke, a long spear suddenly grew from the red-haired girl's shadow behind her. At its tip, Lehman swung out fiercely. It was a blow infused with all his power, pressing down along with the surrounding torrent of shadows.

However, Flamme stood her ground and took a stance. The Fish Scale Barrier shattered with a crack. The immature new magic ultimately couldn't withstand the combined attack that was powerful enough to seriously injure a greater demon.

But the momentary opening was enough for her to gather power. The next moment, the shattered barrier fragments actively dispersed and exploded outwards.

Counter-armor.

It turned out that from the very beginning, the barrier could be detonated at short range. Using it for defense was highly deceptive. No one would have thought it could scatter like a sky full of stars.

Each scale-like shard could pierce a shield, raining down in a ceaseless torrent.

Even the people outside the barrier could hear the clattering impacts. One could imagine how powerful Flamme's sudden attack was. As expected, Vain and Lehman, riddled with thorns, were forced to retreat and apply emergency healing to themselves.

It was too dangerous; they had almost been defeated in one move.

Flamme did not pursue. After forcefully detonating her own barrier, she had to seize the time to refine her mana and brew a new offensive.

It was only at this moment that the onlookers realized the situation was gradually becoming clear.

They're injured!

"Flamme's opponents were injured first! I've won big! I told you to listen to my bet!"

The gambler's shouts made the atmosphere even more lively. Some were happy, some were sad. Some cheered, while others were despondent, unable to imagine how a heavy warrior and a magic assassin could be at a disadvantage first. Everyone had to acknowledge Flamme's strength.

She was so young, yet she possessed an incredible combat intuition. In the midst of chaos, she found a sliver of opportunity, weakening her opponents first to open up the situation. It was truly thrilling and brilliant.

The important thing was that she had withstood their joint offensive.

An ordinary mage facing such a storm would have lost their will to fight in an instant. But Flamme had steadfastly seized the opportunity to finally launch her counterattack.

"Lady President, is the match about to be decided?"

"It's not that easy."

As if in response to Frieren's judgment, the spreading shadow magic in the training ground suddenly extended countless strong tendrils, weaving into a large net. It became a quagmire where movement was impossible, instantly trapping Flamme.

Layer upon layer of shadows coiled and covered her. Having lost the protection of her barrier, she knelt on one knee.

The red-haired girl was panting. The energy she had just expended had erupted all at once, and she felt an unprecedented weight.

Sword-qi!

The moment she caught the attack out of the corner of her eye, she quickly rolled away. However, the sharp blade still left a gash from her shoulder to her back, splashing blood.

Vain, who had released the attack, was not in good shape either. His armor was tattered, and blood flowed from the gaps, but he could still move. Now, both sides had suffered some injuries that affected their condition, and the battle situation intensified further.

"Your physique isn't tough enough. Otherwise, you could have maintained the offensive, like me, continuing to fight."

"But I have my own methods—"

Flamme's hand, just as she was gathering healing magic, was entangled by a shadow, held fast. No matter how much strength she used, it was like a stone sinking into the sea, as if connected to the entire ground.

"Alright, I lack training. If Master were facing this kind of control magic, she would have pulled up the rock layer itself."

"If you used such an absurd method, I would choose to retreat."

"You were careless."

Just as Lehman appeared and spoke, he watched in astonishment as the girl before him suddenly shrank in size, using the body-altering property of soul magic to easily break free from her bonds. That's right, she had her own method, different from Frieren's.

At the same time, she released a "Light" spell. It was a simple magic, but at point-blank range, it produced a concussive effect, even dissolving the omnipresent shadow magic.

She's turned the tables. She would take one down first. Seizing the moment, she swung her magic sword.

Clang!

In the nick of time, Vain blocked the blow for his teammate, but the impact still hit Flamme squarely. A warrior was ultimately faster and had stronger close-range pressure. The force was enough to knock the target senseless.

But unexpectedly, she still reacted in time, blocking the sharpest part with a shield and barely using the force to stumble backward.

She avoided a fatal injury but was still shaken and dizzy.

Everyone except Frieren had underestimated the Northwind Fortress commander's strength. Because he hadn't been on the battlefield in a long time, they didn't know that his combat reaction, patience, and endurance were far superior to those of an ordinary warrior, not to mention that his combat intuition had cultivated a precise sense of timing.

Lehman, rubbing his eyes, once again bound the fallen Flamme with his shadow magic. This was his maximum power, impossible to break free from.

He wiped the sweat from his forehead with lingering fear. Although he still had some defensive trump cards, a direct hit from that magic sword would have left him seriously injured and judged as defeated.

"Don't sound so conclusive. It's not over yet. No one has met the victory conditions."

"I don't want to injure a child too severely..."

Suddenly, the ground under Flamme collapsed a certain distance. The abrupt movement startled everyone into a dead silence. What had happened? Wasn't she unable to move? What was this a sign of?

Then, the ground sank again. At the same time, a phantom image emerged around the red-haired girl, enveloping her body.

With a hissing sound, steaming magic power roared out.

She made her apprentice do it.

The next moment, a giant dragon stood tall, breaking through the barrier and unleashing its power beyond the training ground. Its roar was like rolling thunder, crackling and exploding. Its rock-like scales were unlike the features of any known dragon; it was a pure creation of a miracle, a brand-new magic.

Strengthened by the blessing and her accumulated power, Flamme had succeeded. She had finally used the Dragon Transformation Magic she had envisioned.

The only flaw in its beauty was the rapidly draining mana, which reminded her that she had to end this quickly.

Brewing a decisive blow, Flamme took flight in her dragon form, soaring high above the training ground. She worried that the distance might be too great and the attack would affect the innocent.

However, the next moment, the expanded barrier once again covered the entire area.

Her dragon form was over ten meters long, but it wasn't enough to fly out. Perhaps she could increase its size in the future. Today, she would just focus on adapting.

The safety net from her master meant she no longer had to worry. She carefully observed the two enemies on the ground, telling herself she had to learn to seize opportunities too.

Lehman's jaw dropped. In his days following Master Serie, he thought he had learned a great deal about magic. There were indeed types involving transformation and cloning, but he had never witnessed such a drastic change.

It was by no means a clumsy, forced transformation. The caster had used new technology to bring about an imagined miracle.

This dragon was slender, half-dragon and half-serpent. Its wings were layers of stacked rock plates, and its whole body was majestic. If it didn't move, it would look more like a manifestation of rock.

The pressure it projected was terrifying.

But he was not so easily intimidated. While observing, he had already gathered the maximum amount of shadow magic, poised and ready to strike with all his might. Now, he was the one challenging the strong. To have fought a magic apprentice to this point was already a defeat; he only hoped for a hearty battle.

Beside him, Vain was also ready, taking his stance with full concentration.

The crowd was silent.

The tireless cheers from before had stopped. They held their breath, their eyes wide as they stared at the miraculous scene, having forgotten how to think. They were glad to have witnessed it today, and even more shocked by the rising star of a genius.

Just what kind of terrifying training and talent had combined to forge such a mage?

There was no time for hesitation. Flamme struck first. Her two sharp claws opened wide to catch the lightning from the sky. The sparks jumped and crackled in her palms.

The Ruinous Lightning magic taught by Frieren burst forth with a dazzling light. The crackling sound made one's heart tighten. And the scale was immense, connecting heaven and earth, spanning a thousand meters, as if the giant dragon were soaring straight up.

The reason she could use it on such a scale was because of the change in her body's attributes, which could now contain stronger energy.

Roar!

With a cry, the lightning transformed into a crimson blade.

"Wouldn't it be too much of a waste to just throw it out?" Flamme laughed. "I want to properly experience a real lightning blade. You two better be careful—"

Then, she fiercely swung the blade of red lightning, slicing across the entire training field.

The shadow magic that had been released with all his might shattered on contact. The layered offenses constructed by Lehman were annihilated in a single pass. Not being skilled in large-scale frontal combat, he had no choice but to use a mana barrier to protect himself and Vain.

They only felt the world spin. There was no ground beneath their feet, and their ears were filled with the deafening roar of thunder. The air became dry and hot.

A bolt from the blue, followed by dense, dark clouds, as if in response to the miraculous magic. It shook the very heavens. At this moment, the caster's total mana hadn't changed, but its efficiency was beyond imagination.

The two experts could still resist, but the other areas were a mess, shaken to their core.

The barrier shook violently, and even fine cracks appeared.

Frieren touched it lightly, and a numbing sensation spread from her fingertip. If even her physique felt this, an ordinary body would definitely not be able to withstand it. With this thought, she strengthened the defense. In any case, Flamme's move was subversive. It was a cause for celebration.

"It's very reminiscent of an ancient dragon. Perhaps my magic system has this kind of legacy, and you've brought it back to life in your hands?"

A surprise!

Her direct disciple was constantly bringing new results, making even her, the teacher, feel a drive to move forward.

Compared to the pleasantly surprised President, the other onlookers were just plain scared.

Even through the defensive barrier, the ground shook. This was because Frieren had not used a fully enclosed shield, but a semi-circle that covered the thousand square meters of the training ground. The power was still being conducted through the rock layers of the ground.

The sound of people falling could be heard one after another. Some had lost their footing and tripped, while others were simply scared weak in the knees.

"That's not just a dragon, that's a completely new form never seen in the records. And I'm sure no dragon can be as agile and powerful as that!"

"Even the commander's sword can't break those scales. It's truly a perfect balance of offense and defense."

"Lady Flamme's strength should now surpass that of an ordinary greater demon. She'll be even more terrifying on the battlefield."

As the crowd was discussing, they suddenly noticed she had made a new move. A blazing fire swirled around her, a crimson ring completely enveloping the field. With astonishing energy, it firmly suppressed the shadow magic, causing Lehman's numerous counterattacks to all miss. The outcome of the battle became clearer.

Ever since she entered her dragon state, her mana had been enhanced.

Thinking about it, perhaps the form wasn't the important part. Rather, Flamme needed the terrifying power brought by this all-attribute magical transformation. Now, there was only one ruler on the field.

Such a huge commotion naturally attracted the attention of all parties in Northwind Fortress. Although they knew it was coming from the direction of the training ground, people were still greatly surprised.

In broad daylight, why is an unprecedented giant dragon showing off its might? Did I not wake up properly?

It was too much. If that belonged to some kind of magic, it must have been cast by at least a First-Class Mage. But seeing the familiar dual magic of lightning and fire from the same lineage, it was likely Frieren's apprentice.

Crash!

The training ground shattered with a loud noise. The arena was completely destroyed in the explosion.

Although he had managed to put up a mana barrier in time, Lehman's output intensity was already worlds apart from Flamme's.

Almost at the moment of contact, he felt paralysis spread through his entire body, and he lost all sensation. With a thud, he lay on the ground, even letting out a puff of green smoke from his mouth. "I give up. You win, Flamme. That's some domineering magic. I lose."

"These old bones of mine can't hold out for much longer either," Vain said, shaking his head as he held his sword.

His powerful warrior's body allowed him to remain standing, but the situation was clear. His opponent still had the strength to fight. There was no need to senselessly fight until one side was seriously injured.

But he uncontrollably sat down on the ground. After all, he didn't feel it much while standing, but the moment he felt the ground, his hands and feet became clumsy.

However, Flamme's solid body coordination allowed her to quickly find her balance and then dispel the magic.

The figure of the red-haired girl appeared amidst the hissing, steaming magic power. It wasn't a physical transformation, but an envelope of a soul-transformed creation, so she had already healed her injuries during her time in the air, completely unscathed.

"I won. So the conclusion is, we all go together."

To this, Vain and Lehman of course nodded. Their goal was simply to prevent the child from facing any danger. Since Flamme had grown to this extent, it was better for her to experience more of the battlefield.

They had acted on a whim, thinking they might as well give it a try, not expecting that a genius could always break through.

"You did very well." Frieren dismissed the barrier and stepped onto the shattered arena. "That was a new soul magic."

Before the master and apprentice could continue their exchange, they heard cheers from the members of the Association branch.

The gamblers, in particular, were even happier than the master and apprentice, shouting loudly:

"You really won, Flamme!"

"So our city has had the strongest guardian all along! Even if the demons come again, we'll beat them back!"

Originally, no one had held out much hope. After all, her opponents were the experienced and powerful knight Vain and the rising star magic assassin Lehman. Their strength, prestige, and track record were all impeccable, and they were working together. Even an ordinary greater demon would be crushed.

Even if the disciple of a Mythical-Era Mage was very strong, there was still the difference in age and experience to consider. But this constraint was not seen on her. A so-called genius naturally breaks the rules.

The title of the most talented mage of this generation was without question, and she had even completed her growth and was ready to graduate.

But being young, she would still become stronger.

"You did very well. The only flaw was your adaptability. When facing unfamiliar magic, you should try to move and dodge for a while to observe."

"I'm sorry, Master. My movements weren't sharp enough."

"It's fine. Besides, that wasn't your full power, was it? You didn't use your offensive soul magic at all. That's your most lethal weapon. If it hits a target, even I would have a hard time healing it. This is your victory. you should be proud."

No amount of cheers or applause could make Flamme as excited as her master's approval.

Frieren glanced at the shattered field, thinking that it had indeed far exceeded her expectations. The child's total mana was not yet that impressive, but with her super-high efficiency, she had still produced terrifying destruction.

The feedback and transformation of soul magic on oneself was clearly effective. It was a development direction. Perhaps in the future, she herself could use this convenient power.

With two healing spells, the panting Vain and Lehman finally recovered their spirits, full of life and vigor.

They hadn't actually suffered very serious injuries. It was mainly due to mana depletion and the paralysis effect. Now that they were replenished, it was fine.

"I thought the city walls were going to collapse along with it."

Vain lamented.

"With my current power, destroying a fortress-level city wall would take some effort," Flamme said, holding her chin thoughtfully. "But the main target, the demons, don't like siege warfare, so siege ability probably isn't that important, unless our hypothetical enemy is the Underground Kingdom."

Frieren said with a smile, "Destroying city walls is a very useful deterrent. I'm also researching this area. It's a profound subject."

Her expression was as if she were savoring an unfinished goal.

With the President's strength, is there still a wall that can't be breached? How high would that be!

She must have felt competitive, wanting to see whose student was better, hers or Lady Frieren's.

"Then you should have your answer. Frieren's teaching is stronger," the red-haired girl said proudly, her hands on her hips again.

Everyone smiled knowingly.

Only at times like this did she seem her age, with a child's characteristic strong competitiveness. Of course, this was also the driving force for her to constantly break through her limits.

"Everyone, rest for a day, and then we'll set off."

With Frieren setting the tone, the entire Association branch made its final preparations.

According to the original plan: the Association's delegation and some lobbying nobles would take the main road under the banner of inspecting the dungeon and discussing development work. This team would attract attention.

The other team, led by Frieren, would aim to explore the royal court and the dungeon, arriving a step ahead. During this time, they would have to cross mountains and rivers.

Depending on the situation, the two teams would then rendezvous and make a public visit together. Only then would the delegation's mission be complete.

The entire journey would take more than half a month, and that was with all four of them being swift travelers.

Fine by me.

Strictly speaking, Frieren had never been on a long journey in this reality. She knew little of the world outside the elf village. It would be good to go out and see it. If you stay in one place for too long without moving around, your magical knowledge won't advance. She should try to change things up.

Besides, her apprentice also needed to gain some experience. If her growth was affected by being stuck in one place, that would be a great loss.

The silver-haired girl was sitting on the bed in her room at the Association, reading a book, as usual. Beside her, Flamme was sleeping soundly.

The quiet night was a time for comprehending magic.

Once they were on the road, she probably wouldn't have such leisure. The journey would be arduous, and no one could say for sure what dangers lurked in a kingdom full of dungeons.

Thump.

The red-haired girl, sleeping in a wild posture, finally rolled off the bed and let out a cry of pain.

She looked around with sleepy eyes and saw the silver-haired girl reading in the darkness. Although it wasn't a problem for a mage's eyesight, it was still strange. She was quite diligent.

"Big sister Adeil told me you haven't slept in a long time, Master?"

"What a big-mouthed drunkard. But it's fine for you to know. Yes, at most, I usually meditate to rest."

"Speaking of which, this is my first time going so far away. I'm a little nervous. What do you think, Master?"

After her complaint, Frieren answered seriously, "The excavation of the Ruins of the King's Tomb has not gone smoothly for many years. It's definitely full of danger. I hear that even the outer areas have many monsters, but also no shortage of treasure. It's like a gold mine, attracting attention from all sides. The situation will be very complicated, but our goal is only to conquer the dungeon."

She didn't care about court intrigues.

Dealing with that group of schemers in the Lands Between was troublesome enough. In this reality, she wouldn't think so much about it. In any case, the Association was investigating.

A while later.

The master and apprentice, having finished their preparations, arrived at the Association's entrance, ready to depart.

Frieren was dressed in light, white travel clothes, holding a magic book in her hand. It was a record of goddess magic. She was now studying the knowledge of priests, hoping to find new inspiration. On this trip, she could act as the priest, and to avoid alerting the enemy, she would have to act sparingly.

As for Flamme, she wore a standard mage's robe, of course, also tailored to be lightweight, which further accentuated her tall and slender figure, giving her an air of peerless grace.

Next to arrive was Lehman, dressed in a well-fitting chainmail shirt and all in black, giving him the air of a stealthy operative.

The last was Vain, who, after a long time, had donned his full suit of armor.

They had each prepared their own supplies and were about to travel light to the central part of the continent. Although it was their first time cooperating, their individual strengths were enough to make up for the lack of coordination, and the composition of the members was also complete.

Priest, Mage, Assassin, Warrior—all were present.

"Hehe, doesn't this feel like an adventurer party!" Flamme exclaimed, raising her fist excitedly. "We're going to achieve great things!"

"Don't be noisy. Let's get going. The sooner we go, the sooner we return."

Despite her words, Frieren smiled. It was indeed a rare team expedition.

The four of them stepped forward into the morning sun.

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