Novel Bin
Chapter 67
Chrebl Household
Fortification
Conference?
Chester-niisan, Alfred-tousan, and Julia-kaasan all repeated in confusion.
Yup. This time I was abducted by
So that this kind of thing doesnt happen in the future, I think its important for everyone to hone themselves, not just me.
Thats true but we wont get stronger that quickly, right?
Said Alfred-tousan.
I dont think thats the case though?
Calling it stronger might be a little misleading, but if you can acquire some skills to cover a few blind spots, I think it would make quite a difference.
Dad, how many skills do you think I have right now?
If I remember correctly, there were twenty-six when Father Solow showed us it, wasnt there?
Even that was plenty numerous, but you should have learnt some in
T-Thirty!?
Moria-san cried out in astonishment.
Speechless, Hoffman-san also opened his eyes wide.
No, its still too early to be surprised.
It depends on how you count it, but generally speaking, I reached seventy-one at one point.
Seventy.!
Moria-san was also at a loss for words.
The other members presentJulia-kaasan, Chester-niisan, Elemia, Donna, Miguel, Beck, and Grandpa Ganash all stared in wonder.
The only one not surprised was Melby.
And so, I can provide advice on tricks for acquiring the skills I possess.
Seventy-one, huh Even though top-rate adventurers and knights are limited to just over twenty, in this one yearno, in this half a year, he acquired more than three times that many skills.
Alfred-tousan said in amazement.
If he possesses that many skills, hed surely be able to provide advice for the skills we might require.
Yeah, its a welcome proposal, Ed.
Then, without delay
Having earned Dads approval, I thought to start the conference at once but,
W-wait a moment!
We arent members of the Chrebl household.
Moria-san said, calling a halt to things.
I want Moria-san, Elemia, and the others to get stronger too though
Thats a charming proposition, but your family takes precedence.
Furthermore, if our consultations are to be included as well, then everyone should talk to you one-on-one.
I feel like Moria-san makes a fair point.
Hmm. then what to do?
In this case, we could prepare a different room. Everyone can leave the party one at a time and Ed can interview us.
Well, I do question the part where Ed wont be here despite it being his birthday party though.
I guess thats all we can do
And so, the Chrebl Fortification Conference was suspended, and it quickly changed to me conducting individual interviews.
We decided to use the parlour as the interview location.
The first interviewee was Alfred-tousan.
May I use [Appraisal] on you?
After tentatively asking in advance, I used [Appraisal].
Alfred Chrebl (Viscount | Santamana Kingdom Third Army Commander | Castle Destroyer)
39 Years Old
Half Elf
Level 40
HP 94/94
MP 81/81
Skills
Master class
[Leadership] 7 ( 1)
[Spearmanship] 5
General
[Command] 9 (MAX)
[Spear Techniques] 9 (MAX)
[Horse Riding Techniques] 7 ( 1)
[Sword Techniques] 5
[Wind Magic] 4
[Earth Magic] 4
[Bow Techniques] 3
[Unarmed Combat] 3
Attention of the God of War
His level hasnt changed since I last used [Appraisal] on him, but his [Leadership] and [Horse Riding Techniques] skills have risen.
Do you have any concerns during combat?
Some concerns, huh Thats right, Im poor at archery, and the levels of my magic skills are low, so I dont have a strong method of dealing with enemies at long range.
You said that you didnt have much of an aptitude for archery, but what about magic?
Ah, I have a relatively high aptitude with wind and water as a focus.
Its just the fire attribute that I have absolutely no aptitude for, and am unable to use it.
I cant become a mage if Im no good at [Fire Magic] even if I do have the aptitude for magic, so I came to concentrate on the spear instead.
Eh? You cant become a mage even though you have a high aptitude for wind and water?
Oh, you didnt know?
Whether it be in the army or as adventurers, the attribute in highest demand is [Fire Magic]. Thats because it has powerful offensive spells. At any rate, people can suffer burns just from being toasted by a flame and end up losing the ability to fight.
Arent there any offensive spells for wind and water?
You cant cause any damage no matter how much water you throw, right?
As for wind, you can send opponents flying or stop their movements if your skill level is high enough, and you can extend the flight of an arrow by casting in its direction so it can be used as combat support, but those cant be considered offensive spells.
Of course, being able to produce water with magic is beneficial for both soldiers and adventurers, and [Wind Magic] is indispensable when fighting monsters that can spit poisonous mist, but raising ones skill level to two or three is enough if thats its only purpose.
Hmm For water, what comes to mind is magic that shoots out water at high pressure, but [Water Magic] itself isnt a magic for applying pressure, so it would probably need to be combined with other magic symbols. The threshold is high because its necessary to have an invocation with at least two-symbols.
No, the people of this world dont know about the concept of pressure in the first place.
As a result, [Water Magic] has been reduced to magic for drinking water.
On the other hand, what came to mind when speaking of [Wind Magic] was razor wind, but I have heard that razor wind is commonly formed from vacuum blades.
Attacking by sweeping up gravel with the wind? It might be effective in its simplicity, but it feels more like a spell used to obstruct the opponents movements rather than an offensive spell.
In that sense, the [Fire Magic] that could cause damage with even a one-symbol invocation was easy to undertake, as well as superior, as offensive magic.
The emissaries of
Moreover, I havent seen any offensive spells that didnt have the fire attribute in this half a year since I awoke in this world now that I think about it.
But if I do some trial-and-error with the knowledge of my former world as a foundation, I might be able to come up with some good techniques.
In that case, should I be expectant?
After all, Ed fought the leader of
To be honest, I did think of a single thing you could do with both wind and water, but it seems difficult without possessing [Wind Magic] at Master Class at the very least.
Master Class, huh.
Ill just say this but mages who can use Master Class magic are either imperial court magicians or top-class adventurers.
Dad says in shock.
But Ive already grasped the trick to that.
I place my hand over the hand Dad held out.
[Water Magic]would get us soaked, so try using [Wind Magic].
Ah, okay (wind).
Dad used the hand he hadnt held out to trace the magic symbol and invoke .
Its not at the level of Mum, but his invocation is rather practiced.
I manipulated the movement of mana for that , and changed that into a small whirlwind.
Moreover, it wasnt the mana released externally that I was controlling; I directly tampered with the mana that flowed within Dads body.
It was as though I was causing Dad to use magic, so to speak.
After the whirlwind spun around above our overlapping hands, it quickly vanished.
See?
T-that was amazing!
And just now it seemed like I was somehow able to grasp the sensation that I havent been able to grasp for years!
(wind).
This time, Dad used the magic unassisted.
Just like before, a whirlwind appeared to dance on the palm of Dads hand.
Surprised, I looked at Dad with [Appraisal].
Alfred Chrebl. [Wind Magic] 5 ( 1).
Yup, his skill level rose in one shot.
Dad, your skill level rose.
Really!? It didnt increase at all recently, no matter how much I practiced, so I always thought that this was my limit
From what I understood from asking the goddess, apparently simply practicing is no good, its important to occasionally change your practice method and increase your understanding.
Hmm I see.
This is a considerable matter Im hearing
Anyway, [Spearmanship] is a given, but Id like you to train your [Water Magic] and [Wind Magic] as well, Dad. If its possible, do so until you learn the Master Class [Water Spirit Magic] and [Wind Spirit Magic].
It might be possible if Ed helps me.
Thats not all, Dad is of Elf descent so Im sure youll be able to acquire [Spirit Magic] as well.
How was your [Aptitude Diagnosis]?
Ah, according to Father Solow
When I digest Dads explanation, it becomes something like the following:
S (Aptitude is very high = natural talent level): Spear, Command
A (Aptitude is high = adequately blessed level): Water, Wind, Horse Riding, Perception, Spirit
B (Aptitude is moderately high = dependent on effort level): Earth, Sword, Bow, Close Combat, Reconnaissance
C (Aptitude exists more or less = impossible to exceed a certain point despite ones effort): Light, Dark
Z (No aptitude = skill cannot be acquired): Fire
Its true that I have the aptitude for [Spirit Magic] but Elves keep [Spirit Magic] a secret. I dont have the slightest idea about how to learn it.
Thats alright. I also acquired it by learning from Melby.
Is that true!?
Yeah. Although it feels like quite the discipline, or rather, theres a mentally taxing aspect.
Well, Dad has a high aptitude for it so it should be fine.
But why do you endorse [Spirit Magic] so much?
There are a few reasons, but on top of the effect of bringing about a magical phenomenon by calling on spirits, you can freely choose the invocation point, unlike when casting a spell by yourself.
Ordinary spells are generally cast close at hand, but with [Spirit Magic], you can cast spells at a distant location by requesting the spirits at that location. Because of that, the invocation takes some time to cast, but that can be shortened with practice.
In addition to that, although this is something that Ive yet to achieve myself, Ive heard that spirits can sometimes be helpful and make a move without being requested to for those with high aptitudes.
Using spirits while fighting with the spear, doesnt that suit you, Dad?
Indeed
Since you have the aptitude for perception-related skills, I think learning [Discern] would be good.
Its a skill that makes dodging the enemys attacks easier, so people who use unarmed combat or wield daggers should acquire it, but once you learn it, it can be applied to other weapons as well. If the skill level is raised, then even attacks from behind can be discerned so its a skill Id really like anyone acting as a vanguard to learn.
That seems very handy.
As for other perception skills, [Eavesdropping] I guess, and Id like you to have [Sense Presence] if possible.
But Dad is predominantly on the defensive side, so it might be better for you to develop your subordinates into the possessors of those skills.
After all, there probably wont be much leeway if youre training in both the spear and magic at the same time.
I suppose How should I put it, wind and water are fine, but ten years of training is usually required to just acquire Master Class magic.
In regards to magic, Id also like to obtain a magic-related title.
I also taught Julia-kaasan about this, but its because itll become possible to increase your mana pool by exhausting your MP.
Title, you say thats not something that can be obtained so easily.
As far as it goes, Ive received the divine blessing of Kannumarne, who governs over titles, so it should be easier for it to stick, but its impossible for me alone.
Ah, right, speaking of the gods divine blessings
What?
Dad has the Attention of the God of War, right.
That God of War, Marthrat, was a god known for having a lot of children, so it seems you should have an easier time conceiving children.
What did you say!?
Apparently its hard for you to conceive with Julia-kaasan by nature, but the goddess said that you should be able to since you have the Attention of the God of War.
When I told him thats why he should work hard and do his best, his knuckles dropped on my head
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