The establishment of the Time Travelers Alliance began in the first year of Conan

Chapter 361 Wow! The Golden Legend!

Everything went exactly as Tokiomi Tohsaka had predicted.

Golden light shone down from the sky.

Finally, it landed on the top of the only surviving street lamp in Saber's attack.

The heroic spirit, clad in equally radiant golden armor, looked down from a height of more than ten meters above the ground at the farce that was about to continue.

"I never thought that two shameless people would appear in one night, ignoring my existence and calling themselves kings."

The golden-haired hero's very first words revealed utter arrogance.

His handsome face, with a disdainful expression, looked down at the group of people who were facing off.

He spoke with a cold, extremely displeased laugh:
"Even dramas dedicated to kings have their limits. Once you've chosen to plow the fields and drive a carriage, you have to play the roles of farmer and coachman properly."

This arrogant attitude made Weber gasp in shock.

Who...whose general is this, to be so...fierce?!

Anyone who saw the earth cleaved by Saber's strikes and the divine lightning that Rider had just unleashed in the sky would not dare to suggest that they play the roles of farmers and coachmen.

What surprised him even more was that, including the Heroic Spirit standing on the tower crane that had been shown in the detection spell earlier.

Rider, Lancer, Saber, Assassin, and this one should be Archer's Servant at this moment.

On the very second night of the Holy Grail War, five Heroic Spirits gathered together.

"Could it be that the tradition of the Holy Grail War is to have a chaotic battle on the second day, and then end it?"

Saber, however, became even more wary.

With Irisviel's position exposed and unable to move, Saber was not confident she could save her life in the chaos of battle.

Furthermore, judging from the golden armor that shimmered with immense magical power, this arrogant heroic spirit was not to be underestimated.

"We must not expose our own weaknesses."

Thinking this, Saber's clear fighting spirit surged even more fiercely, as if a golden lion were roaring at its prey.

An overwhelming aura swept over the crowd like a tsunami.

Having experienced many battles in her lifetime, Artoria knew very well that in a situation where multiple forces were clashing—

To reduce risks in all senses, the party that first shows weakness and is first considered the weakest will immediately be attacked or divided up by the others.

"Haha! You flashy guy, looks like someone's really unhappy with what you just said!"

Rider seemed to be trying to smooth things over, but also appeared genuinely surprised by Archer's dismissive words.

He stroked his beard, feigning confusion, and spoke in a deliberately helpless tone:
"It seems that Saber over there is also a king."

"My name, Iskandar, Alexander the Great, the Conqueror, should be known throughout the world, shouldn't it?"

Archer responded with a cold rebuke.

“Foolish man, daring to call yourself king before me is a capital offense.”

Gilgamesh spoke calmly, as if stating a fact:
"In heaven and on earth, only I am the true king; all others are nothing but a bunch of bastards."

This statement led Saber to mentally label Archer as "the ravings of a madman."

However, she also breathed a sigh of relief—

Judging from the looks of it, I'm unlikely to be the first to be besieged.

Rider, on the other hand, got into a verbal battle with Archer.

"Oh dear, didn't I say that if you're the ruler of a country, you should at least have the courage to state your name?"

Archer's crimson pupils gleamed with ever-increasing rage.

Rider quietly shielded Waver behind him, then looked up and retorted to the arrogant fellow.

"Could it be that you are also some kind of king of rats?"

Rider's words even caused a hint of surprise in Archer's eyes.

Gilgamesh never imagined that he would one day suffer such a disrespectful humiliation.

Being called "the king of rats" is arguably the ultimate insult to this hero-king.

Rider's words directly insulted his subjects, friends, and even his past achievements and epic tales.

"You lowly bastard, how dare you—!"

Archer's face appeared to be contorted with rage.

A terrifying, murderous glint, radiating naked killing intent, overflowed from his already enraged pupils.

In his fury, the King of Heroes immediately unleashed the Noble Phantasm known as the "King's Treasury".

The dazzling golden light shining in the sky is a symbol of the treasures that the king once collected from all over the world.

Thirty-three weapons, seemingly polished to a gleaming shine, appeared, gleaming with a sharp, piercing cold light.

Furthermore, these weapons are not even simply sharp.

The overwhelming and varied magical fluctuations declared that, without exception, they were all divine weapons that could be called "Noble Phantasms".

Weber, on the other hand, felt a surge of greed.

This is not a misuse of words.

The moment Webber saw the equipment, he swiftly flipped open the magic book on his chest.

He tried it this morning!
Rider's Noble Phantasm can indeed be used to complete that long-term mission called "Abundant Resources".

……

This was another use for the grimoire that Waver unexpectedly discovered after drawing the spell formula yesterday.

That long-term quest that's always on the quest page, called "Abundant Resources," seems to have the ability to identify items.

For example, his homemade energy booster.

Weber tried submitting a bottle, and the task reward he received was "negligible string".

Surprisingly, the message popped up by the [Alliance] showed that he had obtained the "patent" for [Weber Velvet's Energy Potion].

"Items or blueprints that have not been included before will receive a large amount of CYZ effect as a reward for their first upload, as well as corresponding 'patent rights'."

Yes, this is why research supervisors like Dr. Liangliang or Bai Zichen almost never have to worry about the CYZ effect outside of research projects—

After the universe is completely safe, in order to encourage research and development.

If a researcher or a department innovates a certain model, method, or device for the first time.

Therefore, when other departments use it, they need to pay a certain "patent fee".

Although the revenue is clearly insufficient to support the research project.

—Perhaps the "private funds" of a few powerful departments such as the Research Department could help.

In general, the cost is enough for a researcher to have the wild idea of ​​going inside a black hole or to privately adopt a "bubble" or "Tyjanchi" as a pet.

Therefore, heaven knows how happy Weber was when he discovered this.

However, after foolishly waiting until almost dawn without receiving even the slightest bit of benefit, he finally belatedly realized what was happening—

Yes, "patent fees" only generate revenue when others use the product!

The young magician quickly flipped to the fourth page of the spellbook, which dealt with the section on "Equipment Exchange and Support Applications".

Then, he let out a pitiful sigh.

"As expected, the idea of ​​making money by using large quantities of basic potions won't work..."

At this moment, the consumable item called Earth Vein Magic Crystal looked particularly glaring in Weber's eyes.

"Damn it!!!" he couldn't help but complain.

"Who on earth came up with the idea of ​​labeling a ley line crystal containing a full 50 magic power as only 1 chord?!"

"Would anyone actually pay to buy the energy boosters I make?"

……

After daybreak, Webber's outrageous actions made even the good-natured Rider feel both annoyed and amused.

After the Conqueror King summoned the [Divine Wheel] to the open space in the backyard of the house with his sword, Waver did not immediately get on the chariot, but instead opened the magic book.

"The value of the first submission of a divine bull is approximately 100 universal strings!"

"Although there will only be 10 regular strings each time after that, the Rider has two heads, and we only sell one..."

The sound of subconscious calculations grew softer and softer as the sense of threat and unease behind him intensified.

Weber cautiously turned his head, and amidst Rider's "pleasant" smile, he weakly spoke:
"Rider, before you hit me on the head, can I ask you a question?"

Iskandar raised an eyebrow.

There was a hint of teasing in his voice.

"what is the problem?"

"What would be the impact on your combat effectiveness if you sold one of your two divine bulls?"

The next moment, Webber immediately started running away with his head in his hands.

"I know! I know! I won't secretly sell your [Noble Phantasm], Rider!"

"Boy, my [Divine Might Wheel] is not like a skill such as [Strategy]."

After giving Waver a minor thrashing with his forehead-flicking skill, Rider's voice turned serious again.

The Conqueror King then explained in detail the differences between the different types of [Noble Phantasms].

"If it's a skill without a physical body, like unleashing lightning or setting up a barrier, as long as there's enough magic power, it can be used again even if it's destroyed."

"But weapons, or my divine chariot, are a bit different."

"If it's a minor injury, it can be repaired with magic, but if it's completely stripped away or destroyed..."

"For example, Noble Phantasms that completely break Saber's sword, Lacner's spear, or steal Archer's bow or my chariot cannot be restored by repair."

The Conqueror King paused, then added:

"After all, these class-specific weapons are the greatest proof of their past achievements. They are the most powerful force and therefore almost impossible to destroy."

Rider's unspoken meaning is very clear.

Clearly, he didn't think Waver could resummon his Flying Hoof Divine Bull after selling it with the [Grimoire].

"However, this is probably why these things can be sold as 'physical' items."

……

Therefore, at the moment Archer revealed his treasure vault, something unexpected happened to both Rider and Archer.

"Rider, could you—"

Waver subtly tugged at the Conqueror's cloak, then gave him a meaningful look.

He whispered, "Could you help me steal... steal a few weapons?"

Clearly, for the young and principled Webber, learning to plunder like Iskandar was rather shameful—

This is almost tantamount to robbery.

If Archer weren't clearly an enemy at this moment, Waver would never have said such a thing.

"Hahaha! I knew I wasn't wrong!"

For the Conqueror King, it was commendable that Waver didn't falter under such overwhelming momentum.

And now, he can actually utter such powerful words!
"Faced with such a powerful enemy, should we instead try to seize and plunder it?"

"—Kid! You're about to grasp the true meaning of 'conquest'!"

Such unrestrained and bold laughter moved even Saber and Archer for a moment.

Gilgamesh even felt a sense of annoyance because of this—

That soul, seemingly destined to be polished to perfection, that soul about to be imbued with Rider's own spiritual essence...

Although he didn't want to admit it, Rider's Master was indeed more to his "taste" than the rather dull Tokiomi Tohsaka. In his increasingly intense annoyance, Archer couldn't help but rebuke him:
"As expected of an arrogant scoundrel! Then I shall see how much truth there is in your boastful words."

……

Thus, like the sun unleashing its destructive rays, all thirty-three manifestations of mythology—

Those Noble Phantasms from Gilgamesh's [Royal Treasury] burst forth from those dazzling lights.

A meteor shower called "Destruction" then descended.

Each one of them carries a power powerful enough to tear the atmosphere apart.

Golden streaks of light ripped through the night sky and then poured down to the ground, aiming to destroy the enemy in front of them, along with the surrounding space.

but--

The rain of swords that shot towards the earth was deflected by the lightning that struck the sky from the ground.

The divine ox roared, and divine thunder roared.

The lightning, seemingly from the god Zeus, collided with the glittering golden weapons like a thunder serpent trying to devour the sky.

The next moment, a roar engulfed everything.

Thirty-three deafening thunderclaps resounded from the earth, not from the sky.

Each impact unleashed a blinding flash of light, illuminating the harbor as if it were daytime.

At this moment, the night succumbed to Zeus's thunder.

……

It can only be said that this is different from "historical inertia".

At this moment, the Conqueror King's magic power has been fully replenished.

It's not just about "replenishing" magic.

Considering that each string of magic provides a replenishment of 500,000 magic power, Rider could be said to be desperately trying to absorb that excess magic power.

This morning, he summoned his [Divine Wheel] just like that.

The "Full Magic Replenishment," valued at 1 String, is not equipped with a containment device.

Weber had also considered purchasing a containment device.

However, even the cheapest [Portable Magic Furnace - Standard] costs a full 33 strings.

Although, judging from its description and effects, this equipment is indeed worth the expense:
Portable Magic Furnace - Standard (Foldable)
Effect: It can be folded and compressed into a magic container the size of a suitcase, or expanded to 50 cubic meters for full-power magic supply.

It can store 60 units of magical power and is equipped with a simulated ley line circulation system to prevent loss.

It has a built-in miniature [Earth Leyline Resonator] that can slowly extract free magic from the environment (efficiency approximately 200 units/hour). In an emergency, it can be overloaded (efficiency approximately 2000 units/hour), but this will cause irreversible damage.

It can be used as a disposable bomb. (Not recommended; please allow at least a safe distance of 10-50 kilometers, or at least one day of additional safe space and time.)
Price: 33 standard string
Inventory: Ample
This is also why Weber wanted to earn some extra effect points and seemed somewhat "greedy".

……

Although they did not sell either of the two sacred cows.

But they also tried their best to contain that overflowing magic—the divine lightning that spontaneously burst forth when they stepped into the air not long ago was its manifestation.

Even, just like Archer's Noble Phantasms, most of them were deflected.

At this moment, the power of the [Divine Wheel] may indeed have been tainted by a trace of the divine power of Zeus's thunderbolt.

Saber could see clearly that, in terms of sheer quality, the power of Archer's Noble Phantasms was significantly greater than Rider's defense.

"However... what the lightning struck was not actually those [Noble Phantasms] themselves."

The lightning, already imbued with divinity, pierced through the space before them.

Even if it's only for a moment.

However, the "momentum" carried by those [Noble Phantasms] is rendered powerless due to the shattering of space.

All I can say is that before Gilgamesh gets serious, uses the Omniscient Star to carefully identify and find the names of those Origin Texts, and unleashes their true power...

As long as the space is affected by the bombardment of its Noble Phantasms, it is not difficult to defend against.

……

Weber was undoubtedly overjoyed at that moment.

His idea was right after all!
When the thirty-three divine weapons attacked from the sky like bombs, one of the swords was struck down by divine lightning right above his head.

Under such a barrage of attacks, he opened the second page of his magic book and tried his best to raise the page to meet the attack.

The sword, which fell naturally, immediately disappeared into a ripple of spacetime.

Strike decisively and stop while you're ahead.

Weber immediately looked down at his resources and storage page.

Apart from the few pitiful items that remained, a sword that looked as ancient as a tree branch and emitted an ominous crimson light lay quietly among them.

The name marked on it made Weber secretly exclaim in surprise.

【The Damaged Branch】(Laevateinn)

Effect: An ominous sword imbued with decay, decay, and destruction. It possesses divine power that makes the wielder invincible on the battlefield, and it can automatically kill enemies without being held in hand; it is a terrifying and powerful weapon.

The original text of the [Levadin] in Norse mythology. It is the "wielding wand that harms all living beings," forged by the evil god Loki in Niflheim and sealed in a nine-locked chest.

Value: Extremely high. However, due to its status as an "Original Text" belonging to the "King's Treasury," its recycling value is reduced to 500 Common Strings.
But before Weber could even turn to the redemption page...

There was a "pop" sound.

Rider reached out and slapped Webber hard on the head, stopping him from getting distracted on the battlefield.

……

As for Weber, he finally remembered that he should do something.

In fact, he had already prepared for Rider to make a "strategic retreat" when he decided to steal those treasures.

Based on Waver's understanding of that arrogant heroic spirit—

Archer doesn't seem like the kind of character who would be intimidated or hold back by Rider and himself showing signs of restraining his Noble Phantasm.

He might launch an even fiercer attack.

The fact that the golden-haired heroic spirit could squander those Noble Phantasms so extravagantly suggests that he has other real trump cards up his sleeve.

Weber knew very well—

Although it seems that Rider is not at a disadvantage for the time being.

This was actually a temporary illusion created by his use of "excessive magic".

If Archer were to unleash more than fifty Noble Phantasms at once, the divine lightning would inevitably be less powerful due to being dispersed.

At the same time, the magical power stored in the sacred bull is far less than that of Rider himself.

Therefore, if there are two or three more rounds of such attacks, the effectiveness of [Divine Wheel] might decrease.

Although there is always a limit to the size of the chariot, and Rider can ignore less powerful attacks to conserve mana.

"But this would shatter the illusion of a close contest. If Archer can drag Rider into a war of attrition, Rider will undoubtedly lose."

After all, the magical power contained in those Noble Phantasms was clearly not provided by Archer.

However, each divine lightning bolt consumes Rider's magic power.

Thinking of this, Weber lowered his voice.

He secretly told the Conqueror King his thoughts and analysis.

"Rider, that guy must have been a king who collected a lot of treasures in his lifetime."

"He only needs to pay the magic to open the 'door,' and may even have a magical artifact to replenish his magic."

"We can say that we are at a disadvantage."

Rider nodded, but strangely, he didn't make any other response.

It was only then that Weber finally realized something was wrong.

It's too quiet.

For the first time, Rider's face showed a solemn and surprised expression.

Webber followed Rider's gaze—

A burly warrior clad in white armor stood strangely like a shadow in the center of the battlefield.

The most crucial element is magic.

Rider had only witnessed such terrifying magic for a fleeting moment that night when Waver accepted the [Grimoire].

Even the King of Conquerors himself, Saber, and Lancer, who had returned, couldn't help but feel a chill in their hearts.

because--

Their magic was replenished.

A short sentence, only twelve words.

This demonstrated the power of the newcomer.

Because it wasn't that the enemy used any special artifact, or employed any special methods or rituals.

—It's just breathing.

Now, the magic in the atmosphere surges like a tide of magic with each breath of that figure.

It's as if the ancient age of gods is about to be called back.

The magic power dissipated by this heroic spirit was enough to flow actively to the "low-lying areas" of this space, filling them.

This was undoubtedly a terrifying situation, so much so that Archer stopped attacking.

Even Irisviel was awakened by this "vitality"!

She struggled to sit up, looking at Artoria with a sense of bewilderment about the current situation.

“…Saber?”

Saber turned her head slightly to the side.

Seeing that Irisviel's condition had improved, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

But immediately afterward, she ordered Irisviel to prepare for a retreat.

"Irisviel, can you recover quickly?"

Saber paused, then added a sentence.

"I mean removing something from your body. Lancer's Master said you would die if you left."

Irisviel quickly reviewed her own situation.
"It's a little difficult."

The silver-haired girl's tone carried a hint of difficulty, but she immediately realized the meaning behind Saber's words—the situation seemed to be quite urgent.

So she replied, "But if it's just temporary isolation, I can do that."

“Very good, I will buy you time to retreat. Once you isolate the mercury, try to leave immediately.”

……

Saber's soft words were the last words spoken on the battlefield at that moment.

And that's why everyone fell silent.

Every heroic spirit standing here was certain that if they were targeted by that heroic spirit, it would definitely be a fierce battle.

Yes, it wasn't Raymond who was on his way.

This terrifying visitor, in the eyes of others, was none other than—

【Matou Kariya】.
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PS: This should be the strongest Matou Kariya I've ever seen in Type-Moon fanfiction (laughs).

(End of this chapter)