I’ve created a spell to slay demons, but… I need to make it accessible to everyone.
“Learning magic requires repetitive practice,” Morrigan stated.
“Well, I was able to use the Magic Slayer Spell «Byou de Kieryuu» without training,” I replied.
“That’s because your magical aptitude is at its peak. Normally, one must practice repeatedly.”
So that’s how it is.
“The Supreme God is indeed an exceptional wielder of magic! Wonderful!”
Lisia-chan and all the Half-Elves applauded me. They must have realized I’m Morrigan’s superior…
“Listen, everyone. I… just want to live quietly. So…”
“We understand. The fact that Mika-sama is currently on vacation in the mortal realm shall remain a secret!”
I feel like they’re misunderstanding me a bit… No, I’m not a god from the Heavenly Realm; I’m just a former human.
“Repetitive practice means simply casting the spell over and over,” I said.
“Exactly, Mika-sama.”
“But isn’t that inefficient? The amount of magical power you can use is limited, right?”
There’s a set amount I can practice in a day.
Indeed, the Magic Slayer Spell «Byou de Kieryuu» requires a small amount of magical power. However, compared to other spells, it consumes quite a bit.
If I were to run out of magic power while being attacked by demons, it would be a disaster.
“Isn’t there a way to increase magical power?”
“It cannot be increased. Magical power can only be extended during childhood.”
“Really? Is that how it works?”
“Yes. Once a certain age is reached, no matter how much magical power you use, it will not increase. Absolutely.”
Luciel explained. Hmm, can we really say “absolutely”?
So, I decided to search on the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet).
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Methods to Increase Magical Power for Adults
→ Using the World Tree’s Tear
By using magic and completely depleting one’s magical power, consuming the World Tree’s Tear will increase magical power.
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“Such a method exists…!”
The Half-Elves were astonished.
“However… Mika-sama, this is quite a challenging method,” Luciel said.
“All we need is the World Tree’s Tear, right?”
“Finding the World Tree itself is the difficult part.”
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World Tree
→ There are only nine in the world, a source of magical power that produces Maso. Its existence is kept secret.
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“I’ve heard that the World Tree produces Maso… a resource, if you will. To prevent it from being monopolized by evildoers, the ancient great sage cast a spell to conceal its existence,” Luciel informed us. I see, concealment…
“Well, I could find out by searching on the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet).”
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Location of the Nearest World Tree
→ Abyss Wood
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Abyss Wood
→ One of the four great hidden realms of the world. A vast forest spreading east of the Dead End Territory. Powerful monsters roam, a high concentration of miasma drifts, and due to a special curse, intruders are always led astray. Commonly known as the “Forest of Death.”
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“Abyss Wood is right next door, right? There’s a World Tree nearby!” I exclaimed.
The Half-Elves began to murmur excitedly.
“Mika-sama, if I may be so bold,” Luciel said, adopting a formal tone. Hmmm… knowing her previous self, this attitude feels a bit off…
“Can’t you just treat me like before?”
“That would be too presumptuous!”
“Just do it; it’s throwing me off.”
“Y-Yes, Mika-sama…”
While the honorifics are nice, I noticed Morrigan looking a bit annoyed at being called “Mika-sama,” so I let it slide.
“So, what is it, Luciel?”
“Abyss Wood is known as the Forest of Death. Once you enter, you may never return. It’s such a dangerous place that even the forest dwellers rarely approach it.”
The Half-Elves nodded in agreement.
“Well then, I’ll go!”
“I shall accompany you, Mika! Just the two of us… a date, right…?”
No, it’s just a simple errand…
“Um, Mother. May I also accompany you? I believe it’s unacceptable for the lord to do nothing in the face of territorial issues!”
Hmmm, so serious.
“N-No, Lisia! The Forest of Death is truly a dangerous place!”
“It’s fine, it’s fine. I’ll protect you.”
It’s a mother’s duty to protect her cute daughter.
“…Alright. Then I’ll join as well.”
“Eh, why?”
“I thought it would be better to have someone knowledgeable about the forest.”
Honestly, I think the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet) doesn’t need a guide. But it feels a bit rude to decline such a generous offer.
“Okay, then. Let’s do this.”
So, it was decided that I, Lisia-chan, Morrigan, and Luciel would venture into Abyss Wood to retrieve the World Tree’s Tear.
After a while, we arrived at the entrance of Abyss Wood.
Leading the way was Luciel.
“First, we must be cautious of the deep trees that can confuse our sense of direction in Abyss Wood.”
Indeed, looking to the right or left, the same types of trees stretched endlessly.
According to the information from the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet), it seems there’s a curse that misleads people.
“It’s alright. We have a map.”
My smartphone displayed a map. Utilizing the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet), I could check our exact location and the shortest route to our destination.
“W-What is this incredibly detailed map?! I’ve never seen anything like it!”
Luciel was astonished. It’s only natural that someone from another world wouldn’t know modern technology.
“With this, we’ll know exactly where we are, so we won’t get lost. You can relax.”
“Ah, Mika… so reliable… I love you…”
Morrigan leaned against my arm. On the other side, Lisia-chan was tightly holding my hand.
“To avoid getting lost, I’m firmly holding onto Mother Mika’s hand!”
Thanks to the map from the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet), we proceeded through Abyss Wood without getting lost.
“Next, we must be cautious of the miasma. Just inhaling a little can damage your lungs.”
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Miasma
→ A toxic gas harmful to the human body. Prolonged inhalation can be fatal. It cannot be purified without special holy power.
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Indeed, as we walked, a purple gas began to emanate from somewhere.
“I’m not feeling suffocated at all!”
“The miasma is being neutralized!? It can’t be purified without special holy power!”
Then Morrigan said with a smug expression.
“Thanks to Mika.”
“What do you mean…?”
“Have you forgotten, Mika? Because you’re here, the water and air in the territory are being purified.”
Ah… I see, that’s right. Because I, the God, am acting as an air purifier, the medicinal herbs are thriving.
“From Mika, the Supreme God, holy magic is constantly being released. That magic neutralizes the miasma.”
So, the miasma wasn’t a problem. We continued onward.
Since I had pinpointed the location of the World Tree using the Omniscient and Omnipotent (Internet), there was no chance of getting lost, and the miasma was no issue.
“The monsters aren’t attacking us either!”
“Perhaps they are too frightened of Mika-sama to make a move…”
I’m not a scary god, you know? Really!
We advanced through the Forest of Death without any struggles…
“According to the map, there should be a hidden passage around here, but…”
“There’s nothing here… Just a cliff with trees growing on it.”
Lisia-chan was looking around curiously.
Trees surrounded us. Below the cliff, the sea spread out, and the sound of the waves could be heard.
“Mika-sama, this is the edge of the forest. There’s no way the World Tree is deeper in here.”
“But the map shows a hidden passage right here…”
If it’s a hidden passage, it’s possible that it’s concealed by magic or something. I decided to perform a spell analysis (Hacking) around this area.
“Just as I thought, there seems to be a concealment spell in place. Here we go, Complete Deletion (Uninstall).”
I deleted the concealment spell itself.
“A Treant!?”
A massive tree I thought was just an ordinary tree suddenly revealed a face.
“And this size… it’s the Trent King!”
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Trent King
→ A man-eating tree monster, the king of them.
【Level】 350
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“Jurolooooorooooo!”
“…………” silence
“Jurolooooorooooo!”
“…………” silence
“…………”
“Can I pass?”
“Ah, yes, please go ahead…”
With a loud crunch, the Trent King opened its mouth wide. Within, I could see a shimmering distortion in space.
“It seems this mouth is the hidden passage… What’s wrong, Luciel?”
Luciel was holding her head in disbelief.
“The Trent King is obeying… According to legends, it’s a monster that has taken down many fierce warriors…”
“Wait? A monster at level 350…?”
“Normally, a three-digit level is considered monstrous!”
My senses have completely dulled… What is wrong with me?
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