[MYULAN] Demon Lord Clayman
lives up to his alias,
"Marionette Master,"
by controlling
his subordinates' actions.
And unfortunately,
I am one of them.
The task Lord Clayman gave me
was to investigate your country
as a spy. So I decided
to use Youm as a way
to infiltrate the city.
Then he contacted me
again and ordered me to use
the "Anti-Magic Area"
spell right away.
[YOUM sighs]
[MYULAN] Lord Clayman
took my heart from me
with his secret skill.
It's known as
"Marionette Heart."
Ever since then, my only
means of survival has been
to obey his every command.
I get it. He literally
holds the key
that determines whether
you live or die.
The real question is, what made
Clayman want to mess with me?
Not long ago, he said
something ominous.
"Things are getting
rather interesting.
A grand w*r is
going to break out,
though unexpected
events have led
to some surprising
developments."
[gasping]
[MYULAN] At first,
I thought he was referring to
the Demon Lords
Milim and Carrion.
But I suspect what he actually
meant was that he's starting
a w*r between Tempest--
and the Kingdom of Falmuth.
[RIMURU] Clayman... Seems like
he controls everything
through his pawns to avoid
getting his own hands dirty.
He's gonna be trouble.
She appears to be
some kind of wizard.
But in the Anti-Magic Area,
she's just an ordinary human.
A sacrifice.
Master! Please forgive Myulan!
[GRUCIUS]
I'm begging you, too!
It's not her fault, she couldn't
defy the Demon Lord Clayman!
[RIMURU sighs]
[BOTH grunt]
I'll put Myulan's punishment
on hold for the time being.
She'll be confined to the
reception hall until then.
Understood.
I will assign her some guards.
[YOUM]
Come on...
[RIMURU]
I've got no choice, Youm.
I can't think straight
with everything
that's going on right now.
And if you're really
that worried,
you're welcome to stay with her.
[gasps]
All right.
--Is that the whole report?
--[BENIMARU] Yes.
Then I'd like to
go visit the injured.
Take me to them.
Right.
[sighs]
Shuna. How's he doing?
[SHUNA]
Lord Rimuru!
The potions aren't working.
Since their wounds were caused
by skills of a spatial nature,
my usual treatments aren't
as effective as they would be
under normal circumstances.
[RIMURU]
I see...
[HAKUROU]
Hmm? Lord Rimuru.
We'll be fine,
please don't worry.
My pupil may be as
foolish as they come,
but neither of us are
so weak that we'd die
from such trivial wounds.
Heh! Yeah, I definitely
know that.
Here. Let me take
a look at your injury.
[RIMURU]
Great Sage.
[GREAT SAGE] Effect of
spatial technique confirmed.
Would you like to devour
this effect using Gluttony?
[RIMURU]
Make it so!
[gasps]
Whoa!
Am... I actually alive?!
[HAKUROU]
Hmm. Yes, thanks to Lord Rimuru.
I'm glad.
Lord Rimuru!
Welcome back, sir!
Uh. Hey, easy.
[HAKUROU laughs]
Wow, and you even
saved the old man?
[HAKUROU growls] Do you want
the "old man" to hurt you?
[GOBTA]
I meant Master!
I'm so happy
you're not dead, sir!
[laughter]
[GOBTA]
Wait!
Oh, yeah. Why haven't
I seen Shion?
Don't tell me she ran off
to get revenge all by herself.
Knowing her,
I wouldn't be surprised.
[laughs]
Hmm?
Uh... Well. The thing is...
[RIMURU]
Benimaru wouldn't explain.
He just left and
asked me to follow him.
Then he started
walking toward the plaza,
where the deceased
monsters were laid to rest.
[gasps]
[GOBTA]
Gobzo...?
Gobzo!
[whimpers]
[wails, sobs]
[GOBZO sobbing]
Shion... tried to protect
a child from our attackers.
Weakened by the barrier,
she couldn't get out of the way.
And Gobzo was slain
when he tried to protect me.
The people who att*cked
took such joy in it.
Lord Rimuru!
[RIMURU]
Sorry.
But I need to be
alone for a while.
[BENIMARU, RIGURD grunt]
Very well.
[GOBTA sobbing]
[HAKUROU sighs]
Come on.
Please call me at any time.
I'll be here at once.
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice.
A monster in a weakened
state feels great pressure
from a powerful aura.
[RIMURU]
Yeah.
[RIMURU grunts]
[RIMURU] That's right, I gave
the magic-suppressing mask
to Chloe.
[RIMURU]
Is the Analysis done?
[GREAT SAGE]
It is complete.
Replicate the item?
[RIMURU]
Yes, please.
[RIMURU]
Why? Why did this happen?
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice. Cannot calculate.
[RIMURU] What should
I have done differently?
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice. Cannot comprehend.
[RIMURU] Was it a mistake
to get involved with humans?
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice. Cannot answer.
[RIMURU]
Tell me. Was I in the wrong?
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice. Cannot calculate.
Cannot comprehend.
Cannot answer.
[RIMURU] All these intense
emotions are like a raging beast
in my head, and yet
I also feel so calm.
[RIMURU]
I can't even shed a single tear.
[RIMURU]
Oh... I get it.
I've become a monster.
In body and in heart.
[EREN grunts]
[GREAT SAGE] Notice. Search
results are unavailable.
Could not locate any
magic with the ability
to fully revive the dead.
[RIMURU]
Too bad.
[RIMURU]
What about the barrier?
[GREAT SAGE] Notice.
I've completed the analysis
of the two-layer barrier
surrounding the city.
Removal of a multi-layer
barrier is difficult,
but the great magic,
Anti-Magic Area, can be undone.
Undo this magic?
[RIMURU]
No, not yet.
[RIMURU] I wanted to get rid
of the multi-layer barrier
that's weakening everyone,
but I guess it won't
go down that easily.
[RIMURU] I suppose... I can't
stay here like this forever.
In time, their bodies will
decay, return to magicules,
and finally disappear.
[RIMURU] If nothing else, they
can rest peacefully within me.
[EREN]
Rimuru!
[RIMURU]
Thank you for coming.
Give me a moment.
I need to lay them
all to rest first.
Wait, listen to me!
The odds are
pretty slim, in fact,
they might be basically zero,
but I know a fairy tale
specifically about
bringing the dead back to life!
[RIMURU gasps]
[inaudible]
[RIMURU] A fairy tale?
What's that supposed to mean?
Why are you
telling me this, Eren?
Stop it. You'll get my hopes up.
[RIMURU] You'll make me think
that there's still something
I can do for them.
Is it for them?
No, it's not.
[RIMURU]
I just don't want to lose them.
Look, you might think this
is nothing but a fairy tale,
but I promise you
it's based on facts!
[RIMURU laughs]
Uh, Rimuru?
[RIMURU]
Yeah, sorry.
I was just so happy.
Reviving the dead, huh?
It sounds like a dream.
If the chance isn't zero,
then I'm in.
Tell me the story, Eren.
[SOUEI] The Western Holy
Church's forces are camped
around the city on all sides.
Each camp is protecting what
appears to be a magic device.
I believe these devices
may be the source
of the weakening barrier.
[RIMURU]
Can they be disabled?
[SOUEI] Perhaps one,
with a sneak att*ck.
[RIMURU] Okay. Continue
to keep an eye on things,
but don't push
your luck too far.
[SOUEI]
Right.
Sorry about that, Eren.
Now, then. Tell me this fairy
tale about reviving the dead.
[EREN]
Mm.
[gasps]
[BOTH]
Uh...
It's fine. Here goes.
This story comes from the
Sorcerous Dynasty Sarion.
[EREN] It's the tale of
a girl and her pet dragon.
The girl was the daughter
of a human and a dragon,
and she was raised as
the Dragon Princess.
One day, her father, a dragon,
made a double of himself
in the form of a baby,
so the girl would have a friend.
But then,
in an effort to gain control
over the Dragon Princess,
a king k*lled her beloved pet.
The girl went mad
with pain, grief, and rage.
With the power she had
inherited from her father,
she destroyed the king
along with his entire nation,
including tens of
thousands of people.
Then the girl transformed
into a Demon Lord.
And when she did, the
baby dragon miraculously
came back to life.
But... Since the creature had
lost its soul when it d*ed,
it came back as an evil monster
with no will of its own,
and destroyed
everything in its path.
It was known as
the Chaos Dragon.
Though it pained her greatly,
the girl sealed away
her once-beloved companion.
This was the very first task
she accomplished
upon becoming a Demon Lord.
And that's the ending
of the fairy tale.
[RIMURU sighs]
She destroyed an entire nation
to become a Demon Lord.
And when she did,
the dragon she was bonded with
came back to life.
It's true that monsters evolve
for unknown reasons.
All I did was name them,
and they went crazy.
Still though...
There's no point if they return
without a will of their own.
That's certainly true,
but there's a barrier
right now, right?
[RIMURU gasps] Wait. So you're
saying the barrier could be
keeping their souls
from escaping?
[GREAT SAGE] Notice. Normally,
the souls of the deceased
scatter before
eventually disappearing,
but it is possible that
the double-layer barrier
is preventing this.
The probability of it
is . percent.
[RIMURU]
As low as pi.
No, it's the opposite.
The chance that I could
revive them is a whole %.
If I can become a Demon Lord...
[RIMURU] Eren. Thanks
for telling me this.
[EREN]
Mm.
Is it really okay, though?
You did basically tell me
to become a Demon Lord.
You know that, right?
[EREN]
Mm. Honestly,
I should tell you my real name,
which is Eryune Grimwald.
My blood connects me
to the royal family of
the Sorcerous Dynasty Sarion.
[RIMURU]
You're a princess?
[GIDO sighs]
The thing is, we left
our country along
with Princess Eren.
We're her official bodyguards.
[RIMURU]
That's a scary thought.
Sorry we didn't tell you.
I've just always
loved adventuring.
That's why I decided to leave.
Still. That's not
a well-known story.
Only a few people in
Sarion know about it.
If you do become
a Demon Lord, they might realize
that I had something
to do with it.
[gasps]
I don't mind, though.
I want to help save
the people of this city, too.
And I definitely don't
condone the bad things that
the Kingdom of Falmuth and the
Western Holy Church are doing!
[KAVAL] If that's how
you truly feel, Princess,
then we have no objections
as your bodyguards.
[GIDO]
We're on board.
I envy you.
You've got great friends.
[gasping]
[EREN]
Uh... Hmm.
If there's anything we can
do to help, just let us know!
Yeah, you've always
done a lot for us.
It only makes sense that
we should return the favor.
Thanks, guys.
[RIMURU] To stop the souls
of Shion and the others
from dispersing, I erected
a third barrier around the city.
Just to be on the safe side.
[RIMURU grunts]
A Demon Lord...
[GREAT SAGE] Notice. The
individual named Rimuru Tempest
has already acquired
the Demon Lord seed.
[RIMURU]
I've acquired a seed?
What does that mean?
[GREAT SAGE] Answer.
Existence of the Demon Lord seed
is an indicator of whether
one has the magicules, skills,
and other requirements
to awaken as
a True Demon Lord.
[You acquired the seed when you
devoured the Orc Disaster.
If you meet the conditions,
you can potentially evolve
into a True Demon Lord.
[RIMURU]
For real?!
Okay, so what
are the conditions?
[GREAT SAGE] The fairy tale
suggests that nourishment
is needed in order
to make the seed sprout.
That nourishment comes
from the souls of humans.
The minimum requirement
is , .
[RIMURU]
I see.
[SOUEI]
Lord Rimuru.
[RIMURU]
What's up?
[SOUEI] I have a report
from one of our men
some distance from here.
The combined forces of Falmuth
and the Western Holy Church
are marching in this direction.
[SOUEI]
They number about , .
[RIMURU gasps]
Well, that's perfect.
[SOUEI]
Um, how so?
[RIMURU]
Oh. It's not important.
Thanks for the report.
[SOUEI]
Yes. Of course.
[RIMURU]
In that case...
[RIMURU]
Myulan.
I've made a choice.
Sorry, but you need to die.
You can't!
Please, Master!
It's not her fault!
Grucius!
What's the holdup, Youm?
Take Myulan and
get out of here, already!
[YOUM grunts]
C'mon, let's hurry!
I really did love you.
Know that.
[YOUM gasps]
[MYULAN] In fact,
you were the first man
I've ever fallen in love with.
So try not to be deceived
by any more evil women.
--Goodbye...
--[YOUM gasps] No!
[YOUM, GRUCIUS grunt]
Don't!
Master, I beg you!
Don't do this!
I'll take her
punishment instead!
I'll do whatever you want!
I admire your strength.
[YOUM]
I'll spend my life atoning!
Please!
Master... You can't!
Stop it! Myulan!
[GRUCIUS whimpers]
[YOUM gasps]
[screams]
[whimpers]
[RIMURU] Awesome!
That worked like a charm.
What? I'm still alive!
But why?
[YOUM, GRUCIUS gasp]
[RIMURU] You were legit dead
for like three seconds.
I did say you needed to die,
but I never intended
to actually k*ll you.
[gasps]
[GREAT SAGE]
Notice. The individual Myulan's
artificial heart is
operating normally.
[RIMURU]
Nice!
I realized something when
I put up the third barrier.
The fake heart that Clayman
put inside Myulan
was being used as a bug.
I took the liberty
of removing it.
[MYULAN]
A bug?
[RIMURU]
Yeah, this thing was emitting
encrypted electrical signals
and delivering them to Clayman.
In order to trick him,
I had to make you believe
you were going to die.
I'm sorry if I scared you.
Oh, so... this pulse
I'm feeling...
Yep, it's a new
artificial heart I made
based on his temporary one.
Minus the bug, of course.
You're a free woman.
Clayman can't do
anything to hurt you now.
[YOUM laughs] Oh, wow,
incredible news, right?!
That means you can finally
do whatever you want, Myulan!
[chuckles]
You're right... Rimuru...
I mean, Lord Rimuru.
There aren't enough words
to express just how grateful
I am for your help.
If you desire
my allegiance, sir,
I freely give it to you.
--Nah, I'm good.
--[gasps]
[RIMURU] However, I could use
your help with something.
[MYULAN]
What is it?
Well, just like you
came back from the dead,
there's a chance I can bring
Shion and the others back.
[gasping]
Really? Are you sure?
[RIMURU]
I'm just saying it's possible.
I'm going to do everything
in my power to increase
my chances first.
Will you help me?
Yes, of course.
I'll help however I can.
Thanks, Myulan.
So. What are your plans
for your newfound freedom?
[MYULAN]
Hmm... My plans?
It's been such a long time
since I've been free.
But if it's just for the short
lifespan of a human,
I wouldn't mind being
tied down a bit longer.
Wait. What do you mean?
[GRUCIUS]
Huh? Huh? Huh? Huh? Huh?!
I don't need your comforting!
Besides, Youm's
a mere human being.
He'll only live
a hundred years or so.
After he croaks,
then it'll be my turn.
Are you serious?!
You can't go claiming people,
you scumbag wolf!
[GRUCIUS] Huh...?
Who you callin' a scumbag?
By the way, Youm.
I actually have something
in mind for you, too.
[YOUM]
Hmm? Sure!
I'll do whatever
you want after today!
[RIMURU] Good, I want you to
become the new king of Falmuth.
Right! You got it!
Wait.
What?
King?
[RIMURU] What I'm saying is,
I'm going to wipe out
the entire force that's
headed here from Falmuth,
including their king
and his top officers.
But that will be rough on
the citizens under his rule.
And that's where you come in.
You'll rule the Kingdom of
Falmuth as its brand new king.
You can establish
relations with us.
You make it sound really simple.
I can't be a king.
[RIMURU] Why not? I'm probably
gonna be a Demon King.
You should rule, too.
Lord Rimuru is asking
because he believes in you.
You have my support, as well.
Why not live life
to the fullest?
[YOUM]
Hmm...
I'll stick by your side, too.
Then I can be there
waiting when you finally die.
--Whoa, hey!
--[laughs]
All right. I'm in.
You can count on me.
[RIMURU]
Awesome!
[RIMURU]
Sorry for the wait, everyone.
We're going to begin
our meeting now.
[RIMURU] The topics are
how we'll deal with humans
from here on out.
And the resurrection
of Shion and the others.
[GREAT SAGE] Next time, "Putting
Everything on the Line."
02x08 - (D) Hope
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Follows a salaryman who is m*rder*d and reincarnates in a sword and sorcery world as a slime with unique powers and gathers allies to build his own nation of monsters.
Follows a salaryman who is m*rder*d and reincarnates in a sword and sorcery world as a slime with unique powers and gathers allies to build his own nation of monsters.