episode_0227

Ego Weapon.

As the name suggests, it refers to a weapon that has an ego.

One could argue that there is some ego in a weapon created to deal with enemies more efficiently.

Surprisingly, ego weapons are no longer just fictional equipment found in fantasy novels.

There are so few weapons that they don’t even fit ten fingers, and there is actually an ego in them.

okay.

The same goes for the Russian S-class hunter I imitated, Boris’s favorite weapon, Snow Bringer.

『When I first felt it, I thought it was a pretty good vessel… , If you look closely, it’s extremely crude.』

A voice heard from within, not from the outside.

Harsh criticism pours in from the swordsman.

“that… , excuse me.”

“What.”

“I’m just asking, just in case, what your true identity is…” ?”

『Why are you asking if you already guessed it? That’s exactly what you thought.』

The extremely harsh answer proved that my hypothesis was not wrong.

The thing in the sword body is none other than ‘Snow Bringer’.

The self that was supposed to be in a faraway, cold land left its main body and came all the way here.

“… “Is this possible?”

It’s ridiculous even to say it.

The ego that should have been contained in the main body was housed in the sword body that was briefly embodied by magic.

If that were possible, does that mean they could be inhabiting every counterfeit ego weapon in the world?

『Do you think you can live in a piece of trash that only looks good?』

“… … .”

Does Ego Weapon read minds?

『Because it is connected to the heart, it is easy to read the thoughts expressed on the surface.』

“Uh, um.”

It’s a very unpleasant ability.

No, let’s put this aside first.

I thought about what Snow Bringer said a moment ago.

“You can’t live in trash that only looks good… “That means.”

Does this mean that the Snow Bringer I created was made up of not only its appearance but also something else?

『That’s correct, kid. Surprisingly, your magic was similar not only in appearance but also in the structure of the magic flowing within it.』

… How do you do that?

『That’s funny. Why are you asking me after you did it?』

That’s right.

I also don’t understand it at all.

I simply sculpted it to remind myself of the appearance of the Snow Bringer and the cold blade that poured out when the sword was swung, and I can tell you that I have never looked into the internal structure.

『You seem to be thinking about something wrong.』

“… “What?”

『In the first place, my power is not something you can imitate even if you try to imitate it. If that were possible, fake imitators of me would be walking around radiating cold air like dogs or cows.』

“ah.”

Maybe I’ve been working with absurd ideas until now.

『Do you finally feel it? What an absurd thing you have succeeded in doing.』

The weapons I have implemented so far are Aigis and Snow Bringer.

Both are ego weapons, treasures among treasures whose essence is different from ordinary weapons.

Why is a treasure a treasure?

Because the ability it has is so special that nothing can match it.

However, I realized the treasure’s abilities through magic.

“… “How was that possible?”

I just thought it was something anyone could do.

However, as I mentioned before, as more details are added to the shape, the time required to cast the spell also increases exponentially, so I just made an appropriate compromise.

But it seems that wasn’t the case.

A wizard is a being who is protected by allies in battle.

Casting time is 5 minutes… , No, it may take 10 minutes, but if the power is exceptional, it should be used.

The time spent there will be earned by party members.

But not using it… .

“It was impossible to begin with.”

It was impossible to manifest the power of ego weapons or weapons with special abilities through magic.

One question is resolved, and one question still remains.

But the question is, how did I implement this?

To this end, I asked Snow Bringer for an answer with a subtle look, but the answer I received was extremely disappointing.

『Don’t try to ask me for an answer. I also came here because I was curious about how something like this was possible.』

That’s true, but what can I do?

I decided to stop worrying for now.

It doesn’t seem like a question that can be resolved by just thinking about it for a moment in the dungeon.

Instead, let’s address another question.

“Now, if I use magic, you will be there every time?”

I was curious.

I have this magic… Every time I use something I don’t know if I should call it a skill or a technique, it abandons its body and comes to dwell in me.

“Not like that. This is my first time in my life, so I just came here because I was curious, and I’m not diligent enough to go through it one by one.』

“… “Then is this the end?”

If that’s the case, I feel a bit disappointed.

『As I said, it is like that in the current situation. If you get closer and closer to my body… , At that time, I will come to praise you.』

Is it okay to think that the perfection of the Snow Bringer I implemented has improved every time it resides?

I was about to get lost in the question of how I could further improve the level of perfection here.

Quick!

An ominous sound came from the grasp.

The sword handle that supported the Snow Bringer began to crack.

It seems like time is up.

『It’s time to say goodbye. I used a pretty good handle, but it’s still not enough to fully hold on to this body.』

Did you hear what he said?

Kkamsul, transformed into a sword handle, falls down.

It’s as if he’s protesting that he’ll be stronger next time.

『Sweetheart, if you want to see me again, become stronger.』

It doesn’t spark much interest.

The voice resounding inside belongs to a man.

Trying to become stronger just to hear that black male voice again doesn’t fit the purpose of my life.

『Kkeukkeuk! Are you saying I’m not enough? In that case, I will add one more condition.』

“condition?”

『If you surprise me with perfection that is much better than what you have now, I will introduce you to the most beautiful woman.』

She is the most beautiful woman.

“… “How pretty is it?”

“I bet it’s at least three times prettier than you can imagine.”

“call.”

I quickly accepted it because the words were different.

It’s three times more than I imagined.

This is an offer no man can refuse.

The frozen sword body melts at a rapid rate.

At the same time, the presence of the Snow Bringer’s ego within it also quickly dissipates.

『Take care of yourself, little one.』

“Yes, you too.”

After the sword disappears without a trace, Kamseul returns to its original form.

I patted the helpless, limp guy.

“Just rest for a little while, sweetie. “I’ll give you a lot of food when you get home.”

pole… match.

Falling or drying up.

After taking the one who responded with a helpless jump, he gets up and leaves the dungeon with the party members who returned just in time to collect the Salamandra’s body.

The dungeon clearing time is 2 hours and 22 minutes, a whopping 36 minutes faster than the previous 2 hours and 58 minutes.

This record will serve as a stepping stone for all that is given is fame.

A sturdy staircase to support my feet so I can climb to the A level.

Of course, there is no limit to just one.

So we made a grand plan for this.

I intend to finish in first place in all future dungeons.

Wouldn’t it give you some strength if you accumulated dozens of even the smallest trophies?

“Okay, then let’s go to the next dungeon… ?”

“Okay, then let’s go to the next dungeon… ?”

No, why does the same word suddenly come out twice?

No, why does the same word suddenly come out twice?

* * *

A quiet city completely covered in snow.

Boris, who was staring at this through the window, had a look of puzzlement on his face.

“Ian… ?”

Ian.

The name he gave to his weapon, Snow Bringer, which has been with him for a long time.

His presence, which should now be felt for granted, disappeared in an instant.

Boris was embarrassed.

Because this has never happened before.

“… … .”

However, I didn’t panic.

Even though my presence has disappeared, I know that it has not gone forever.

How do you know that?

Because he said so.

Weapons and ego.

If either side loses its function, it will no longer be usable.

However, the Snow Bringer still spreads cold air inside its specially made scabbard.

‘That’s enough then.’

Even though he’s not with me right now, it means he still exists.

You can ask me what happened after I come back.

When I was staring blankly at the snow-covered city with a much more relaxed mind again.

I began to feel a strong presence from the sword I was wearing at my waist.

“Ian… ?”

『Ah, it’s me. Something interesting happened and I went somewhere.』

“Fun thing?”

『Keu, actually, I don’t know yet. Is this actually fun or absurd?』

Boris tilts his head at the incomprehensible answer.

Snow Bringer, Ian continued.

『You will gradually find out. I will introduce it to you in the near future, so you don’t have to worry about it now.』

“… okay?”

After hearing his next words, she raised her gaze and looked out the window.

A peaceful city where large snowflakes fall.

Boris continues to act as a watchman to protect this place today.

Very cold and lonely.