Frilian at Elden Ring

They were dizzy from the explosion of starlight and couldn't help but shed tears. They didn't know what the attackers were doing. They were probably laughing to themselves. What an extremely wicked mage.

Little did she know that she was taking this opportunity to study the seal in front of the academy.

"It's quite advanced. It can be analyzed, but it will take some time, and they won't give me that opportunity."

The silver-haired girl methodically examined the clues, asking, "Are there any other leads...?"

There was a mage's corpse nearby.

The fact that they found a map on him and circled it suggests it might be some kind of clue.

Having seen too many tricks before, Frillie could guess the general idea. Anyway, the method to break the seal was related to it, but the problem was that she didn't have time to think about it anymore.

As a well-trained and highly capable elite force from the academy, they gradually stood up, displaying an attitude of ready to fight to the death, because they were utterly enraged and their honor was at stake.

"This teleportation was unexpected, but now that the blessing point here is lit, I can come anytime. I'll leave the academy for later."

Invisible body.

The silver-haired girl's figure became transparent and disappeared in a burst of light.

If she were to act entirely with a strategy-based approach, she could simply bombard the magic academy and even exterminate any disobedient members, but that would result in losses.

We should not continue to damage the valuable assets of the border area.

So Frillian chose to retreat and left the scene without hesitation. As for whether this greeting would make the academics even angrier, that was not her concern. Let them vent their anger.

Almost the instant the intruders left, countless ranged magical attacks bombarded a large area.

The night was reflected as if it were daytime, clear and bright. The coordinated attack of several mages was no less powerful than the crystal scattering from before, as if they were defiantly confronting each other, saying, "You don't like large-scale attacks, so do I."

rumble!

"Alright, stop, stop, don't blow it up anymore, everyone's gone."

Aiken yelled, "Why didn't you do this earlier? Stop messing around now!"

At the same time, several magic knights arrived and inspected the sealed door, but found nothing.

Henry, emerging from the array of shields, said, "I guess it was an accidental teleportation. Remember the portal in the Ruins of Lasca? It's been a long time, but Frilian could probably activate it."

"No matter what, we should first strengthen our defenses and focus on protecting the sealed gate."

"Yes, this guy will definitely attack the gate later. We need to prepare in advance and bring over magic knights as well. The more the better, since the war has already begun."

"Cheer up, everyone."

The commander keenly sensed the change in atmosphere; the previously invincible garrison had lost its morale and was behaving listlessly.

Anyone caught off guard by such a sudden revelation would be stunned, especially since Frilian's display of power was unexpected. She strolled leisurely throughout, easily breaking through the carefully set defenses.

Her goal was clearly to get into the magic academy.

They won't be coming again anytime soon, but that also means they'll be able to storm in without a care next time. How could they possibly let you in? Do they want to embarrass the academic mages?

Henrys suggested, "We should gather more Cuckoo Knights and noble private soldiers."

“I can agree to the former, but I should avoid contact with those nobles. They are all members of the Kalia royal family and are always scheming for the heir.”

Rumors have been circulating lately that there's been activity in the heart of the once-desolate and impoverished Kalia royal territory. Could someone have usurped the throne? Or, more frighteningly, could it be that Lani has returned? No one is certain, but precautions must be taken.

The stronghold was too far away and separated by a lake, so the academics, who were not good at attacking, had no choice but to accept it, but they had no desire to deal with the royal nobles.

Too lazy to care.

After much thought, they realized that they could only rely on their own strength to fight against a demigod.

"Hurry up and take action! Recall all the magical puppets and the Platinum Child, and focus on strengthening the internal defenses."

The magic academy is destined for a sleepless night. After suffering a direct attack from the Fragment Kings, who could possibly sleep? They not only strengthened their frontal defenses but also recalled their patrolling forces. Thanks to this, the lake region enjoys a rare period of peace.

Little did they know that the culprit had sped off, heading straight for the Kalia fortress.

"I didn't expect to be teleported to the front of the academy."

Melina, sitting behind him, looked slightly embarrassed: "I didn't know a fight would break out so suddenly."

"It doesn't matter, the goal has been achieved anyway. We've both activated the blessing and found a clue to the key."

Frillie smiled sweetly.

"What are your plans for the academy after this?"

"...The current situation is that the Stoneville City army is moving eastward from the cliff to probe the army stationed at the elevator in the royal city. In order to ensure the safety of the main force in the south, the lake cannot be allowed to fall into enemy hands, so we must occupy the academy. Moreover, I also have my own selfish reasons. It is more comfortable to have so much magical knowledge in my hands."

She had been envious of the Lothric Grand Archives since then. How wonderful it would be to immerse herself in it and read everything! Unfortunately, no one helped her to keep a close watch on things, so she always had to sneak around.

Having power would make things much easier; one could certainly immerse oneself in the knowledge of the magic academy, making the trip worthwhile.

Hopefully, they will bring some unexpected surprises.

“In that case, you should indeed communicate with Lanido. Legally speaking, she is the heir to the Kalia royal family, and the academy is within its territory. Although she is not the Fragment King, the power of a demigod cannot be ignored.”

"So I've postponed my exploration of Lake Lienia; I'll go say hello first."

"Alright."

Melina hopes that the Faded Ones will establish contact with a divine being soon, otherwise they won't know which law to choose after repairing the magic ring.

……

The four clock towers are located on the north side of the Lienia River.

The grass is lush and green, and the air is filled with a fresh fragrance. As the spirited horse gallops across the vast land, it seems as if dandelion seeds are being scattered everywhere.

Riding on Torret's back, Frilian could gaze at the distant lakeland, where she could vaguely see giant lobsters fighting.

Although both are part of the same country, the area under the jurisdiction of Stoneville City, even including the Weeping Peninsula, may not be as vast as the Lake Lienia region, and both are beautiful and have their own unique splendor.

At least there is a chance of survival.

"It's really great. I love the feeling of traveling through this vast world."

The silver-haired girl reached out and cupped a piece of magic from the golden tree, which vanished in an instant.

"You've already seen the few remaining intact areas at the border."

Melina's tone revealed regret, for further north, the effects of the Shattered War and the War of the Giants continued to ravage the environment, leaving behind a scene of devastation.

"...Therefore, we must not allow a large-scale war to occur in the Lake Lienia region. The magic academy is not an option, nor is the royal army. The central and eastern regions need appropriate suppression, especially the area around the elevator."

"Aren't you afraid of fighting Malkit again?"

“Since he got off the elevator, he’s ready to fight me. I can just send him back.”

“Let’s talk about it later. This time, Markit will definitely be bringing the elite forces of the royal city of Rodel. Stoneville City is so weak that it would be easily destroyed. If you intend to fight alone, I object. That’s too risky, even though witches shouldn’t interfere too much with the decisions of the Faded Ones.”

"I'm not that reckless."

Although Frilian had this idea, the margin for error was too low, and her strongest anti-Legion magic was Crimson Corruption, which seemed awkwardly compatible. She needed to think it over carefully.

Melina was slightly relieved when she saw that the silver-haired girl had given up on the idea; otherwise, based on her understanding, the Faded Ones would welcome battlefields where the situation could change in an instant.

As we were walking, several jellyfish suddenly floated up in the middle of the road ahead.

They seemed to be hostile towards the spirit horse, angry at the invasion of their territory, and looked aggressive.

Whoosh!

Frillie instinctively used the Radiant Stone Shard to test the target, and it instantly killed it. These monsters were weaker than she had imagined, and they scattered like birds and beasts in an instant, completely unwilling to provoke a powerful enemy.

The creatures of Lake Lienia are indeed unique. Perhaps because of the abundance of water, the ecosystem is thriving, giving rise to all sorts of strange wild creatures... and even a ray of light appeared after death.

Long-awaited new equipment? Upon discovering the treasure, the silver-haired girl quickened her pace to examine it.

Jellyfish Shield

[Soul jellyfish floating and wandering in various spiritual lands at the border]

Items that use the head directly as a shield.

The translucent head is very light, but because of its soft texture, it cannot withstand thrusting attacks.

[Combat Skill: Resonant Fury. Induces the jellyfish's rage, allowing the user to feel the rage as well, increasing attack power for a certain period of time.]

The description itself is unremarkable and nothing special. However, you have to try it yourself to know how wonderful it is. With that in mind, when Frilian put it on, it was very light and did not affect her agile movements at all. She could dodge and weave like a warrior without any problem.

It's quite easy to wave around, and the semi-transparent material is beautiful, resembling a work of art.

But it cannot withstand a thrust.

The drawbacks were insignificant to her. Since the jellyfish shield was relatively fragile, a barrier generated outside could still deflect the blades. No, she would use the local power of the borderlands—a new method:

What would happen if the Topus Field were used to cover the shield? Theoretically, it would conflict with equipment that has combat skills, but it would work the same if it were changed to a magical operating method.

This limitation will not restrain powerful mages.

After getting used to the movements, Frilian felt that it was almost enough; the key was how well the combat skills performed.

Resonant anger!

The instant blood gushed forth, the resonating magic spreading throughout his body. An inexplicable surge of heat coursed through him, and his magic grew ever stronger. Flowing ceaselessly, only one thought remained: to break free completely—

Pyroxene bend.

As one of her most frequently used spells in the border region, her proficiency is beyond question. The amplified blue arc swept across the forest, overturning the soil.

It was comparable to a dragon's breath attack, even though it didn't use much magic.

Frillie pressed down on the recoil of her staff and simultaneously touched her shield to stop the combat technique. It was simpler than she'd imagined—a direct amplification of attack power, as the name suggested. Its actual performance was excellent; wouldn't it be even better if a more powerful spell were used to amplify it as well?

You might misjudge things if you're acting alone; if you have doubts, you can always check out other players' suggestions:

I haven't let go of the jellyfish shield since I found it.

[When clearing stages, take a few steps and unleash a combat skill. It's simple, brutal, and the pure numerical damage will wipe you out in minutes.]

[The best combination is with Comet Azul; from then on, you'll only see a target.]

[A must-have for mages. If you're going for a "monkey fight" strategy, remember to save your first skill point for the Jellyfish Shield; it's convenient and efficient. I often carry it because of its good looks; it stands out from the crowd.]

【Useful and I love using it】

Although the values ​​have changed a few times after adjustments, it's generally usable; a direct increase in attack percentage is quite rare. Not to mention its outstanding appearance; stats are temporary, but beauty lasts a lifetime.

[With the Death Prince's Staff in one hand and the Jellyfish Shield in the other, the Snow Witch Set is ready to go!]

...The experience is largely the same, the key difference lies in convenience. With the Tops Force Field, the shield can now be perfectly adapted, and its flexibility and lightness won't hinder movement. Now, Frilian can be a more agile battle mage. No, a mage with a higher margin for error.