Frilian at Elden Ring

However, Melina decided to keep a close eye on the surroundings for Frilian, since it was impossible to confirm whether the user of the Night Magic was an enemy.

Or perhaps the bombing just now startled even the enemy.

"Be careful, they are good at dealing with mages."

"understood."

Despite this, the silver-haired girl continued to focus on digging for treasure in the ruins, not letting go of even a single fragment of brilliance.

It wasn't that it was particularly rare, but rather that she felt it had archaeological value, which is why she collected it. Melina saw this mindset as more akin to that of a scholar; while others studied the stars, the Faded Ones studied the boundary itself and even took notes.

"Are you planning to compile something like an 'Encyclopedia of the Border Region' in the future?"

Frillie paused slightly before closing the notebook.

She nodded very seriously.

“I hadn’t really thought about this before, but you’re right. Because people live longer on average, they think memory is more reliable, and as a result, they’ve neglected written records. Sooner or later, these records will become blurry and easily scattered. It’s necessary to build a real, large library, and it must be kept up-to-date.”

"Okay, then I'll take notes too: how about we call it 'Things to Do After Becoming the Queen of Elden'?"

"It could not be better."

The two smiled at each other, enjoying a moment of peace. Even in the midst of the crimson, corrupt land, there was still a place of tranquility, as evidenced by the tenacious proof that the town of Seria still existed.

As they continued deeper into the town's streets, Frillie maintained her magical awareness, not missing any details, and at this point, she was willing to slow down.

Suddenly, the silver-haired girl stopped in front of a broken wall and then looked up at the sky.

"what happened?"

“There are traces of gravity magic here… I’m not sure if the attack came from the sky, but we were bombarded by meteorites where we are standing. Also, there’s a hollow space deep beneath our feet.”

"Are you actually referring to the Eternal Dynasty? They are the only ones in the entire border region who have been bombed by monsters from the Supreme Will faction."

"It's most likely them. And did you notice? There are quite a few Knoxian features here; perhaps they brought this up here as refugees."

“There have been similar inferences in the past, but you have found clear evidence.”

Melina seemed lost in thought.

It's not surprising that, like Galid, there are entrances leading to the underground.

The relics of ancient history lie quietly at their feet. If the stars were to break the seal, perhaps we could truly catch a glimpse of their beauty and journey to the underground world sealed away by the ages.

After searching further, Frillie indeed found something in an inconspicuous room, where the seal had just been broken.

Comet in the Night

[One of the night magic techniques in the magic town of Seria, capable of releasing elusive magical comets.]

[It can be used while moving around, and can also be used continuously; its power can be increased by charging it up.]

[It is said that Serlia's magician was an assassin.]

The target of the assassination attempt was a fellow mage.

Frillie immediately tested it, and sure enough, a dark, serene magic light shone from the tip of the staff. The activation process was so silent that it was indeed a suitable weapon for a sneak attack.

It's no surprise that she can use a partner with such aptitude simply by reading the scroll; her intelligence and talent are truly unfathomable.

"You found it."

Melina was happy for her too. "That's right, one of the night magic I was talking about is this, a method commonly used by the Serians."

"It feels good, but it probably used a little too much magic."

During this period of time, Frilian did feel that Broom Star was easy to defend against, which caused her to waste a lot of attack opportunities and also wasted magic power.

can you?

If the description is correct, I will gain an extra convenient primary attack spell.

Feel is one aspect, but players' references are equally important.

Moreover, the advice might contain a hidden method of using magic, something Frilian has experienced firsthand. For example, some dragon prayers can actively track hidden enemies, providing an additional means of perception.

Although he couldn't use it himself, he heard from the soldiers of the Dragon Feast Legion that it worked very well, so he volunteered to use it in urban warfare.

Therefore, she always checks the evaluation when she encounters special magic:

I finally got it!

[You like reading instructions, right? Here, try reading one more. You can't escape it now.]

[The moment I make a move, the opponent dodges. Who's the player here?]

Watching my opponent repeatedly dodge my magic filled me with humiliation. This shouldn't be happening. It was even going to be a situation where if I moved, my opponent would move too; it was too unbearable. I burst out laughing.

When clearing stages, the difference isn't significant. In my opinion, the Night Comet isn't a superior replacement for the Broom Star; each has its advantages and disadvantages.

If you don't mind the extra magic power used, then it's fine.

[It's just about enjoying the feeling of having no way to dodge the enemy. Now let's see how you read the commands. You'll never have to deal with the embarrassing situation of being dodged by enemies again.]

I may not need it, but I cannot be useless.

[Essential]

Later on, some of the elite monsters in the path feel like they're reading commands, and I have to keep the Night Comet active all the time, otherwise I can't do any damage at all.

[There are so many treasures in Seria Town! There's also the Magic Dragon Emblem Amulet and the Ruthert Staff. I was so excited admiring the pictures that I bought a ton of great stuff. I'm being generous this once. Give me more, I love it!]

It's a pity it's too desolate, otherwise it would have been another small-scale magic academy.

[The result of his great sacrifice was entirely glossed over by the subordinate of the Supreme Will; Estée's damage output is indeed high.]

...Frilian got a general idea of ​​what the players were saying.

First of all, the magic of night is a good thing, with high practical value, and can produce amazing effects on many enemies in the later stages of the game.

indeed.

Lately, she's felt that relying solely on Broom Star is becoming insufficient. In the future, she can simply alternate between the two spells, using Comet and Broom Star interchangeably to maintain the desired output rhythm.

Secondly, there is the mystery of the destruction of the Knoxian civilization.

Frilian's conclusion based on the residual magic was correct. The area beneath her feet was a prosperous underground world that had been destroyed by a pawn of an supreme will. The ability to destroy a great nation must be extraordinary. Estée is most likely still in the border region.

The silver-haired girl gradually got used to the feel of the weapon after flicking out several streaks of black comets.

"There are other treasures here."

"Then continue."

Melina never doubted her partner's keen insight in this area; he was too accurate and never missed any treasures.

She watched as Frilian wandered around, only to suddenly burst into a spacious room, completely quiet, a stark contrast to the dilapidated streets.

"...Be careful, there might be a trap."

Melina quickly offered a reminder.

Whoosh!

The silver-haired girl, as if possessed by divine intervention, turned her head, and a hidden weapon grazed her ear, flying past with lightning speed.

Before them stood two Knoxians, their distinctive black armor and silk robes revealing their identities. Their aura was hostile, clearly displeased with the intruders, and they showed no mercy from the outset.

"Get out!"

The uninvited guests infuriated them.

Frillie, who had intended to have a talk, hesitated, realizing that the other person was acting strangely and was unlikely to be able to communicate with her.

It's a pity that the remnants of the Knox civilization have ended up like this. Oh well, there are hardly any normal people in the whole of Galid, so how can we communicate? All that's left is the language of swords.

Two Knox brothers flanked them from the front and back, while a spirit mage rose from the ground.

They were prepared from the moment they stepped into the town of Seria.

Darkness and mist.

One of the magicians struck the ground with his staff, stirring up a gray-black mist with a hint of starlight that obscured his vision, dulling even his magical perception to the point of being almost indistinguishable from his visual range.

"I'll keep watch for you, let's get out of here first."

"There's no need for that, Melina, it's just a little trick."

The next moment, the famous sword Moonshadow appeared in Frilian's hand, and she swept it to parry, sparks flying, and the swords and hammers of the two Knox people were deflected.

They staggered back a few steps.

Only then did they realize that the silver-haired girl hadn't even looked at the direction of the attack; her movements were faster than her perception, and she had reacted almost instantly.

"One cannot become a swordsman by relying solely on eyesight and magical perception."

"When did you become a swordsman?"

Melina now understands: ever since acquiring the legendary sword Moonshadow, Frillie has been frequently using swordsmanship. Does a mage have to constantly use magic? Actually, she's never really cared.

The opponent's sudden change of tactics threw the attackers into a panic; it wasn't a mage after all?

However, they didn't have time to change their tactics, because the silver-haired girl sheathed her sword, gathered her strength, and when she drew it again, it burst forth with a brilliant azure light, tearing through the mist and sweeping in all directions.

Moon Shadow!

Combat techniques vary greatly depending on the user. The sword aura released by Frilian enveloped the surrounding area, indiscriminately unleashing its sharpness.

With a series of sharp, cutting sounds, most of the spirit mages were destroyed.

They were completely caught off guard, only to be sliced ​​in two by a flash of light. It was too fast, and the net-like cutting lines spread out from all directions; if you weren't close enough, there was no way to escape.

After the sweeping attack, traces of sword energy remained around her, glowing and reflecting different colors.

The darkness and fog suddenly seemed ridiculous.

Oh no.

They had used up all their cards against the mage, only to find that the opponent had changed tactics. However, as elite Knox warriors, they didn't panic. They immediately ordered the other spirit mages to create distance, and the two commanders also began to retreat.

However, the next moment they witnessed the Moonlight Sword gently sweep away the mist.

Standing there, Frilian held a staff in one hand and Moon Concealment in the other, her aura even stronger than before. Now she was going to force out the methods of the descendants of the Eternal Dynasty.

Consider it a preview of the underworld; take a good look.

A white light rose from the top of the staff, which was actually crystal scattering into the air, and a rain of shards as sharp as knives poured down.