Frillian in the Elden Ring

She arrived at the door and briefly introduced herself to the adventurers. The atmosphere was harmonious, and they were very welcoming. After all, she was a well-known and powerful magician. Most importantly, her healing abilities were unique; who would refuse a nurse?

set off.

As the group walked into the dark space, a feeling of oppression came over them.

Although the illumination spell was activated, perception was still obstructed.

Someone warned: "It's all because of those monsters that messed up the magic here. Years of being enclosed in this chaotic space have dulled our perceptions. Be careful... Actually, saying that might exaggerate the illusion."

"Impossible. Mass hallucination is very difficult. It must have reached the level of a demon sage at least."

Wayne said.

"That's right. In fact, there have been reports of apparitions in the mausoleum for many years. We're not the first visitors. Countless tomb robbers have coveted the tomb in the past, and without exception, they have added new residents."

A soldier who was scouting ahead pointed to a skull nailed to the wall by a sharp arrow.

Whoosh!

As expected, there was a hidden weapon mechanism.

There was no point in facing a master with extraordinary reaction speed. The exploration team continued to move forward and solved the traps such as rolling stones, falling holes and pendulums one by one.

There was basically no need for Volame to intervene; the task was handled effortlessly, without anyone getting hurt. It was smooth sailing. One had to admit these people were professionals; no wonder the Labyrinth Kingdom paid a high price for them. With them, they could complete days of exploration in just a few hours.

Looking back, it was pitch black and I couldn't see the way I came.

At this moment, a trace of nervousness arose in her heart. Who said the passage was too depressing... Suddenly, steps appeared under her feet, and the front suddenly opened up. Countless towering pillars supported the ceiling.

"Finally, it's spacious. Looks like we've entered the main body of the tomb."

The team, who had been trudging nervously all the way, could finally sit down and take count. There were only twenty people, not one less or more.

The team leader explained, "Ahead lies the depths of the Lost King's Tomb. Years of collapse and occasional earthquakes have left the structure unstable. Be careful. Now, I'll lay out the basic route."

Boom!

A beam of magic power hit the barrier, which turned out to be Volame's barrier.

Following the attack, I saw a white shadow of Lehman.

"This is trouble."

When defending, Volame reacted more quickly than anyone else, and the same was true for attacking. He raised his hand and fired a broom at Lehman's white shadow. The latter resisted and then merged into the shadow and disappeared.

Only at this moment did the adventure team realize that they were attacked by the enemy. It was so embarrassing that they were actually two steps behind.

"Sorry, we were so slow."

Wayne soothed him, "Don't worry too much. This is a battle between great magicians. Those who are less powerful should protect themselves and each other. Also, it's now certain that the enemy can copy the original's abilities."

"I see. There's a stone tablet in the mausoleum that records that it's home to a mythical monster called the Water Mirror Demon."

However, the situation did not allow anyone to think too much, as another beam of light came.

Boom boom!

They were completely blocked by Volame's barrier, but it also revealed many magic-using enemies, most of whom were familiar faces that had been copied.

"Command is up to you, Commander Wayne."

"Don't stay at the bottom of the stairs and fight. Everyone, immediately go deep into the mausoleum, take turns providing cover, and watch the blind spots. With Volame's counterattack as a signal, we're ready to charge."

The red-haired girl understood what he meant and raised her right hand to release a dark mass of ancient dead souls.

These dead energy balls expanded rapidly in a suitable environment, achieving twice the result with half the effort. They grew larger and more numerous with astonishing efficiency, absorbing the energy within the tomb and growing.

"Blast it hard for me."

At a command, the swarm of skeletons flew towards each white shadow, seemingly covering the target.

While their speed was slightly inferior, their numbers outnumbered them, and the explosions were powerful. Rumbling noises continued, the earth spun and shook under the shockwaves. Meanwhile, Wayne gave the order, and the group, under cover, sped across the steps, dodging left and right, and tumbling into the depths of the tomb.

After escaping the disaster, they were panting and sweating profusely. They hurriedly checked for pursuers behind them, but fortunately they were suppressed by magic and hid.

It was a close call, thanks to Volame's quick reaction.

Boom!

The dull sounds of collapse that followed one after another made people feel nervous. Although they could not see the distance of the maze clearly, they could at least tell that the retreat route was cut off, and the continuously collapsing ruins covered the entrance that had been cleared with great difficulty.

"Oh no, are we going to be trapped here to death——"

Before anyone could say anything, Wayne suddenly stabbed the ground with his sword. The crackling sound accompanied by sparks was tooth-grinding.

"If you casually say discouraging words on the front lines against the demons, you will be punished. A bad soldier will not only lose his own calm judgment, but also harm everyone else."

He looked around and said firmly, "Fenton will rescue them. They will then clear the exit. Otherwise, it will be a waste of money if we don't start the work."

"The enemy is in the open, while we are in the dark. We are on their home turf. But they are merely clones, with very low intelligence and no ability to adapt. We are not to be feared at all."

"Don't forget that the only disciple of the God-era magician is here. If the danger becomes too serious, President Fulilian will provide support."

"Immediately go on alert, check your belongings, and arm yourself fully."

"—If you understand, answer yes."

"Yes!!!"

The authority from Wayne made everyone busy, and they subconsciously began to act in an orderly manner. At least they all understood one thing, that only by working together could they overcome the difficulties, and even if they were afraid, they had to grit their teeth and endure it.

He winked at the red-haired girl, and the two of them took the lead in guarding the direction where the clone had just attacked, holding the front line.

It was the first time that Volame saw the kind old man get angry, and his heart tightened.

Feeling the gaze, Wayne curled his lips and whispered, "It's just a scare. That's how it is on the battlefield. Sometimes you have to make your orders more terrifying than the enemy to keep them under control."

"Appreciate further details."

"As a leader, when facing challenges with your subordinates, you must personally go to the most dangerous places, face the most arduous tasks, assess the enemy and yourself, and determine your chances of victory. Morale is crucial; it guarantees the survival of weaklings like us. It seems President Fulilian didn't teach you this. Perhaps she didn't need to."

"Actually, the master mentioned it, but she never had the chance to use it. She has too much knowledge but nowhere to use it."

"A true scholar worthy of the mythical age."

"She told me that I should take the initiative when facing those who hide their heads and show their tails—"

The Golden Tree swore an oath and slapped it on Volame, then she took a step forward and used the Magic Realm, the Shining Sword Circle, etc., and her aura rose steadily.

The red-haired girl's momentum surged at this moment, and her magic power seemed to turn into substance and was about to break through the ceiling. It was simply exaggerated.

Call the stars!

The sudden eruption of the gravitational vortex forcibly pulled the white shadow in the dark over, but she had been waiting for a long time with her hands holding high the sword. The arc of light swept across, and the clones of the adventure team were torn apart in an instant, killing them in one blow.

The absolute power after superposition and reinforcement can easily break through the barrier, and any barrier is like paper.

"Defense is meaningless in front of me."

After one move, the surviving clone released a magic attack, but Volame was faster, dodging the magic bullet with hound steps while swinging the two Kalia Swift Swords in his hands.

The killing was like a raging wave, layer upon layer without any unnecessary movements, and the killing was precise.

Shadow magic!

The moment a spear rose in the dark corner, she moved as well, dodging dozens of spikes by a millimeter by leaning sideways, and at the same time stimulating a torrent of soul to rush towards the enemy, which was blocked with a loud bang.

As expected of a newly promoted first-level magician, he still has a plan.

I saw the condensed Hammer of Hayabusa in Volame's hand, and the weight transformed from pyroxene slammed heavily on the barrier, making it buzz and shake continuously.

It can be done, it can be defeated.

However, the surviving white shadows emerged from the darkness and attacked together, making the red-haired girl hesitant.

"Leave it to us."

Wayne led the team to withstand the offensive and launched a fierce counterattack, leaving the opponent unable to raise their heads. The team led by him swept across like a sharp knife.

In this case, Volame refocused his attention.

Bang!

This time, the Hammer of Hayabusa brought with it the armor-piercing power of the neutralizing barrier to break down Lehman White Shadow's defense. Even the monster clone showed a look of surprise on his face, not expecting such a strong destructive power.

It was undoubtedly hit head-on by the sledgehammer and fell to the ground with a thud.

Then Kalia's swift sword stabbed the vital points one after another, accurately and quickly, and completed it before the body hit the ground, so the moment the clone lay down, it was declared the end.

Volame's offensive was not over yet. He pointed his finger at the Zhonghui Sword Circle and the swords spread out to support his teammates.

Click-click——

The monsters were slaughtered like cutting melons and vegetables. They were already at a disadvantage and immediately collapsed when they were harassed by the shining sword. Wayne and his team wiped them out without leaving a single one alive, and finally won the victory.

Seeing this, she was panting and leaning against the wall to rest.

The difference between quickly killing a powerful magician and defeating him is too great, not to mention that you have to take into account your teammates and not let them use large-scale magic. It's really tiring.

"But it went better than I expected. I guess I got stronger during this journey."

"Thanks to you, we won!"

Those who escaped from danger couldn't help but express their sincere gratitude. If Volame hadn't defeated the most terrifying clone, that group of people would have ended up here for a long time.

"Where to go next?"

187

Chapter 187: Ah? I fight the Cinder King.

Volame, who had little experience of immersing himself in victory, asked about the next step.

In her opinion, this was just the simplest test and it was not time to relax.

Everyone looked at each other in confusion, and someone in the team took out the map they had drawn so far and did some measurements and calculations.

"Everyone, judging by the current situation, the way back is blocked. It's almost impossible for us to clear it, and there will definitely be clones blocking us along the way. Even if we can, there's a risk of a chain collapse and we'll be buried alive. It's best to wait for someone outside to dig and open the entrance."

“My advice is to keep exploring.”

"Because the outer perimeter of the tomb, which has the most complex structures and terrain, has been cleared, only the relatively clean main body of the mausoleum remains."

"Waiting for the Water Mirror Demon to continue creating clones is like waiting for death."

"How about it?"

Experts are responsible for analyzing the situation and providing professional advice, and specific decisions depend on everyone's opinions. Anyway, there are only twenty people, so we can fully exchange opinions and vote collectively.

He then shared some more specific information, including records of demons he had investigated in the tomb inscriptions, trying to reveal as much intelligence as possible.

At this point, we can either hold on or move forward.

Volame took a deep breath and looked around. The dim and huge temple building was flickering with light. It was hidden in a huge mound of earth. It had never seen the sun all year round, but now it was flickering with a ray of light, adding to the dangerous atmosphere, as if welcoming the visitor.

When she was chatting with the master before, she revealed in a few words about her adventure in the cemetery. It was said that the place was so dark that you couldn't see anything.

I have had this kind of experience myself, and in fact, Volame is looking forward to it.

"I agree."

The red-haired girl then looked at Wayne, whose eyes flickered as he considered something else:

On the surface, holding on seemed the safest option, but the replicas were changing. In other words, when people had nothing to do, they would start to panic, shake their morale, and eventually collapse.

If it were a well-trained army, it would make everyone more resilient to pressure, but adventurers from all sides would not work.

Staying is equivalent to surrendering.

Wayne replied solemnly, "According to the intelligence we just gathered, the Water Mirror Demon's ability to replicate itself is limited in both time and space. Within this limited timeframe, it can only replicate a few powerful individuals. We've already defeated the most threatening Shadow Magic, so we can continue exploring."

"Go forward, into the chambers deep within the tomb. I don't think anyone would refuse the treasures there."

Analyze the pros and cons, boost morale, and add a little temptation.

Sure enough, everyone agreed.

They were all shrewd people, so they naturally knew that the danger of holding on was equally great, so they might as well think positively. Of course, they had to deliberately ignore the fact that the strongest person might exist in the Water Mirror Demon clone.

After getting ready, the group continued their journey. Since there wasn't much distance left to reach the main body of the tomb, they decided to go and find out what was inside.

exit.

"Dig faster, dig faster, I need all the manpower we can mobilize!"

Fenton was giving orders with sweat on his forehead, and he even rolled up his sleeves to help move stones. With him as an example, everyone worked hard to clear the collapsed stones in the passage bit by bit.