Chapter 123 Terminology Explanation Of The Third Daughter Skuld Vol Iv
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Are you all doing well? Yes, I'm feeling super energetic! Huh? What's that in your hand? Oh, it's a manju, one of the treats from the last offering.
Did you know? Apparently, this kind of Japanese sweet is not likely to make you gain weight. Surprising, right? But now I can enjoy it without getting scolded by Sis Uruzu. Yum! Mmm, so tasty. Sweet things are truly the best!
Alright! Now that I'm in a good mood, let's jump right into the usual explanation!
[Reginleif]
This is a squad within the main group of the Einherjar Knights, led by Brunhilde, where Hiiro belongs. Each squad in the Brunhilde division is named after ancient warrior goddesses, and Reginleif is one of them. It seems Reginleif means "what the gods left behind." Hmm, sounds deep.
[Witch Yulirn]
About 5 hundred years ago, the hero king Sigmund rose to power and founded Asgardam. Alongside him were 4 heroic knights who fought on the battlefield and supported Sigmund's glory. One of them was a person named Yulirn. She was known as the Maiden of Crimson Flames and was a master of red magic. However, she turned against Sigmund and was executed by the king himself. Because of this, in modern Asgardam, she is called the [Betraying Witch] and is shunned.
But why did Yulirn, one of the friends who helped guide the king to the throne, betray him? That's quite the mystery!
[Disappearance Incident of Red Magic]
About 20 years ago, a big change happened centered around Asgardam. Because only the red Magi from the 4 main colors suddenly disappeared, many secondary disasters occurred from Asgardam to the countryside. This caused a lot of damage, and people's anger built up, eventually leading to a mass hysteria called 'witch hunt.' The current king of Asgardam acted quickly to handle the situation, so it ended early, but it seems that the exclusive idea of this 'witch hunt' still lingers in some areas.
[Beast Skinfaxi]
This is a white horse beast that appeared in the Joosa chapter. It has a collar like a lizard umbrella around its neck, and that umbrella has a strange pattern like peacock feathers. But this creature can fill its neck umbrella with shining white Magi and shoot it out as a beam! Wow, that's cool... If Hiiro wasn't in serious mode, he would definitely be jealous. Plus, it's not just for show; it can even break through strong barriers that normal beasts can't touch. Incredible!
By the way, it seems that even without taking time to charge, it can still shoot a laser, though it's weaker. Because of this, Shidou had a hard time finding an opening to attack. In the end, Shidou managed to take it down, but there's no doubt it's a tough beast.
[Beast Hrimfaxi]
This is a black horse beast that also appeared in the Joosa chapter. Its body is covered in fish scales, and it has a special ability to sweat a mud-like substance from under the scales. This mud sweat is charged with Magi, and it can be shot like bullets or gathered to form shields and spears. Plus, even if you move away from Hrimfaxi, you can control it for a few seconds. On top of that, it produces an excess of mud sweat inside its body, so it won't run out of Magi. If you're going to fight, you should avoid a long battle.
The mud sweat is like blood for this beast, so it's easy to figure out how to deal with it, like how Hiiro did by forcefully sealing it from the outside or using strong freezing magic to disrupt the mud sweat's flow. However, if you can't establish a way to deal with it, it can be a very tricky beast to handle.
**[magic corner]**
So, in this volume, a new magic user named Lyam joins, and even more magic is revealed. Let's dive right in!
- blue
[Mermaid's Confession]
*Incantation*
'Come, come, silver bubbles.
Unfulfilled wishes, at least cover them up.'
This is a really sentimental incantation, but it's an Intermediate-level Magic of blue. Silver bubbles, shining brightly, are blown from a silver straw and stick to the area that needs healing, covering it to heal. If the magic ratio in the area leans towards blue, it can even heal serious injuries. It's a super handy magic!
[Whispers of the Wendigo]
*Incantation*
'Freeze, freeze, into silver white.
Stay frozen, hold on for a moment.'
This is an Intermediate-level Magic of blue that freezes everything from the tip of the finger onward. Basically, it freezes whatever it touches, but the range and how frozen it gets depend on the magic ratio in the area and the skill of the user. You can really see how skilled Lyam is when he can freeze a large area in no time! By the way, after freezing, there's a combo technique called 'Icicle Break' that crushes everything in one go! How cool is that!
The catalyst is a piece of parchment dyed blue, and if you kiss the starting catalyst or your fingertip, it boosts the power and accuracy. Quite clever!
- Green
[Heyoka's Thunder Summon]
*Incantation*
'Strike, strike, core of the thunder drum.
Bloom, bloom, green thunder flower.'
This is an Intermediate-level Magic of green that quickly creates a magic circle above the target and drops emerald lightning. The catalyst can be any kind of 'explosion sound' or 'impact sound,' making it one of the easier Intermediate-level Magics to use. That's why it's a popular magic among green magic users!
[Temple of Ehēcatl]
*Incantation*
'Decorate, decorate, north and south double-sided.
In the embrace of the gods, to not be hindered.'
A dome-shaped wind barrier spreads out from a certain point, using green Intermediate-level Magic! But this magic, while intermediate, is quite tricky to handle. If used without a catalyst, its range and defense are pretty weak. However, if activated perfectly, it becomes a barrier that even normal beasts can't touch, so it's often used for base defense!
The catalyst is a mask, and by placing a mask at the north and south points of the dome, its true power is shown. It's a creepy mask, but I kinda want to try it on!
- Yellow
[Gnome's Nose]
*Incantation*
'Bloom, bloom, stretch far'
This is a yellow low-level magic that raises the ground and pierces the opponent. You can simply attack, or suddenly extend a rock right in front of the opponent to confuse them. The power is low because it's a lower-level spell, but how you use it shows the skill of the caster!
The catalyst is to tap the earth twice with your heel. It's like a knock. Very polite, indeed!
[Silky's Devotion]
*Incantation*
'Hurry, hurry, welcome back.
To your home. In my heart.'
This is a yellow Intermediate-level Magic that pulls the specified target to my place with a strong tug. It's specialized in the pulling aspect of the yellow attribute magic, mainly used as an emergency escape from danger, as mentioned in the story. But if the target is too far from me, it won't activate, so I must always keep track of the range. The pulling force is quite strong, so if used suddenly, it can be really scary!
The catalyst is wearing a white apron and drawing a magic circle on the ground with a bamboo broom. This expands the range of the target I can attract. Hmm, it's a handy spell, but I can't help but feel a bit of a yandere vibe from it.
Alright, that's about it. Hmm, this time there were plenty of highlights!
But I never thought Shou's life was that tough. It feels like he walked straight into hell, but after going through such experiences as a kid, it's only natural he wouldn't be just ordinary.
Hmm, since this part is more serious than before, it really made me think a lot. I thought too much and got tired. I need to quickly eat something sweet, ha ha ha!!
Well then, everyone, goodbye!!
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