01x03 - The Demon Hero

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I hate the Demonic Race

because they're devious.

I hate the Spirit Race

because they're scary.

I hate the Phantom Beast Race

because they're barbaric.

I hate the Wild God Race

because they're stubborn.

And the human race.

I also hate them because they're weak.

But the fact that I have

all those characteristics

is what I hate the most.

But Kai

Kai was the only one.

He wasn't afraid of me

and he didn't hate me.

He even held me in his arms.

Kai.

If you die, I will hate you.

All forces of the Urza Federation's

Resistance have been deployed

to attack the government palace

through the underground passage.

While the main force

holds back the demons,

we'll release the underground captives

and defeat Vanessa.

Lord Jeanne is in command after all.

I'm sure this plan will succeed.

But the only thing that bothers me

is that we're the only ones

going to take down Vanessa!

I can't believe it.

There's no way

the four of us could achieve that.

Didn't I tell you?

It's so that we reach Vanessa's location

as soon as possible.

I know that.

But why me?

Because the only people

we can trust to back us up

are Ashran and Saki.

I know that too.

But I can't help it if I'm scared!

Are you feeling better now?

Thank you.

Since you're Kai's acquaintance,

I'm giving you special treatment.

But don't worry.

I'm very strong.

I think I won't lose

to anyone other than Vanessa.

What? Then what about Vanessa?

What does that silence mean?

It's okay.

If we're cornered,

I will self-destruct with Vanessa.

Don't be rash!

Actually, I'm worried too.

After all, we don't know

the situation in the government palace.

Besides, we're moving

in such a huge group.

Will the demons not notice it?

They won't.

Demons are good at detecting mana,

but humans don't have that kind of mana.

So it should be hard

for them to detect us.

Is this knowledge

also from the world you were in?

I'm relieved now.

Ashran, you're so calm.

What are you talking about?

My hands have been trembling

since just now.

But if we can defeat the demon forces,

everyone across the world will praise us.

Not only will we be admired,

but we'll also be rewarded, right?

You have more guts

than the Ashran from the world I know.

What? Is that a compliment?

I have high hopes for you.

To all fellow comrades

of Urza Federation's Resistance

who have gathered here,

thank you for trusting me

and coming this far.

Your loyalty and courage

are undoubtedly the hope of humanity.

I'm sure some of you are uneasy

about the short time we have

to prepare for this operation.

But I want you to remember.

How many years have we been fighting?

If we look at the history

of resisting powerful demons,

nobody knows

how far back it can be traced.

That's how many years we've been fighting.

I think what we've been doing

is to prepare for "today."

We've been piling up

a tremendous amount of fighting spirit.

It's time to let them know.

Now is the time to strike back.

Everyone, let's climb up

from this dark underground!

Let's go!

Is that

the government palace?

Humans.

Freeze!

I know this spell.

You b*stard!

Kai, look up!

I'll finish you all at once!

Bolt b*llet!

Did you make that too?

Yes.

It's an area-effect ammunition

created in our world.

I can't believe it. That's amazing, right?

Rinne, do you know where it is?

It's over there.

Jeanne, we have to locate Vanessa now,

starting with the top floor

on the north side.

The elevators and the central stairs

are too conspicuous.

What about the fire exit?

The north side has collapsed.

We can use the south side.

I see. That means

we'll have to break through

from the south

to the tenth floor on the north.

All squads, move out!

Squad One,

don't let the demons

into the government palace!

Squad Two,

rescue the underground

captives immediately!

We'll go up the south emergency stairs.

That attack just now

was incredible

for a wide-area lightning strike.

I know, right?

That b*llet is my ace in the hole.

You don't even have to pull the trigger?

That can't fire a b*llet, right?

I sensed something strange

about her from the start.

You said you two

were going to fight Vanessa alone.

You're not going back

on your word, are you?

No.

Then let's hurry.

The demons should be gathering here soon.

Kai, look over there!

It's an imp!

Is he trying to summon a large demon?

It's coming!

You're too slow.

Humans.

Lord Jeanne, please go up first.

Falin!

It's just a puppet.

I'll catch up once I'm done.

Please don't worry.

I'll wait for you on top.

Attack now!

There's a strong mana!

Jeanne!

No need to worry about me.

This mana

Is that the elven spirit garment?

How observant of you.

It's a magic tool

we stole from the elven homeland,

"Mystic Light Garment."

No one can beat it

in terms of magic resistance.

We'll hold them off here.

You two go on ahead.

You said you'd defeat Vanessa, right?

Kai.

Yes, I'll defeat her no matter what.

Bring it on, demon.

I, the Light Knight,

will be your opponent!

The demons won't discover us

this way, right?

How does it work?

I used barrier magic

Rinne!

No.

It's a man-made object

that mimics the angel barrier.

That's right.

It conceals

by refracting light and shadow.

Don't stray too far

from me and Rinne, you two.

Quiet.

It's effective, right?

I'm so scared I feel like I've lost years.

Well then, I'm counting on you.

After defeating Vanessa,

or if you think you can't beat her,

I'll cut the breaker

and turn off the lights.

That's right.

That way, we can escape

when it's pitch-black.

I'll signal you when it's time.

You two should wait here.

If you stay quiet,

I don't think the demons will come here.

Okay, be careful.

Don't push yourselves too hard.

Alarm? Did they find us?

No way!

My barrier's still up.

They shouldn't be able to see us.

Could it be the infrared sensors

in this building?

Human machinery

sure comes in handy sometimes.

What are those wings?

What a chaotic and hideous form.

Since you like to talk so much, tell me.

Are you the one maintaining

the building's surveillance equipment?

That's the supreme wisdom

of Her Majesty Vanessa.

She said that

human surveillance equipment is good

and must be used.

Letting the sl*ves manage it

isn't too troublesome.

Her Majesty is delighted by your invasion.

She's curious as to why you chose now

to commit such a self-destructive action.

Then take me to where Vanessa is.

Such an exciting toy stands before me.

I have no reason to let it go.

Is that so?

Rinne!

Go!

Rinne!

It's okay.

Go ahead, Kai.

But

I'll catch up with you soon.

You have to catch up with me.

It's a promise!

It reeks. It's the smell of angels.

But there's also the smell of demons.

It also smells like elves and dwarves,

as well as the smell of dragons

and the Spirit Race.

What exactly are you?

About that

I don't know either.

But I do know one thing.

I hate all of you the most!

I just want to be with Kai.

If you get in my way,

I will show no mercy!

Welcome, human.

The Dark Empress Vanessa.

Weakling!

That's too weak.

You're just a human after all.

Armor?

No, is it the thing underneath?

It's an elven spirit garment.

Remove disguise!

O Moon Bow,

pierce it!

Elven and angel magic tools?

Humans with no mana using them

will only shorten their lives.

You're asking for death? How foolish.

I'm asking for death?

That's right.

Without such resolve,

humans can never defeat demons.

Compared to fighting the demon hero,

this is a piece of cake.

Lord Jeanne!

Sorry for keeping you waiting, my lord.

What a surprise.

I know you.

I heard there's a human

who fights with a drake fang

and is called Dragonar.

Is that you?

Probably.

The other subordinates

are still holding out,

but I'm afraid we're running out of time.

It all comes down to the top floor.

Aren't you going to throw away your g*n?

What did you say?

It seems humans are surprised to find out

that the strongest demon is a succubus.

I'd be more than happy to pamper you

while passing the time.

I refuse.

You're actually a w*r maniac, aren't you?

You're an interesting one.

I was going to use my beauty

to capture a lowly human like you.

I didn't expect this response.

Come to think of it,

I heard that among the human rebels,

there's a commander

in an elven spirit garment.

Is that you?

No, I'm just an outsider.

I'm from the world

where you were defeated.

Unfortunately, that world doesn't exist.

Neither in the past nor in the future.

Whether you believe it or not,

I'm a human who came here

from another world by mistake.

In the history I know,

the Five Races Great w*r

has already ended.

Then tell me. Which race defeated me?

Humans.

Humans?

Neither the Phantom Beast Race,

Wild God Race, nor the Spirit Race,

but the humans won?

Well, this is interesting.

Then who was it that defeated me?

It was Prophet Sid.

Sid.

Sid.

Human.

Sword.

Sid.

Crypt.

Code Holder.

Seal.

World Rebirth.

What did you just say?

No.

Silly me.

I wasted my time brooding.

But I was quite happy.

Return to dust.

Nullify it.

What?

You underestimated humans!

Demon!

Illusion?

Is this your first time

seeing the illusion of a succubus?

What a splendid reaction.

And that weapon.

It not only nullifies magic,

but it can also unleash

an attack similar to the drake breath.

Is that the weapon of your world?

Are you starting to believe it?

Don't get c*ck, weakling.

Gloria,

fill my purgatory with flames!

No.

Did I concentrate the flame too much

to avoid destroying my stronghold?

Well then, what should I do next?

This is a burst spell

that can annihilate any race.

Gloria,

my paradise.

Explode like crazy!

Kai.

That was from above?

There was no way

to avoid death from the attack just now.

Unless they are the heroes

of the Four Races.

However,

why are you still alive?

Sid's sword

saved me again.

Human.

What is that sword?

Who knows?

Kai, step back!

Your wounds

I'm fine.

I just pushed myself a little.

I'm glad you're still alive, Kai.

You can't call yourself fine

when you push yourself.

Just now, the building shook violently.

I was afraid that you would die.

So, I won't forgive you.

Come on, Vanessa.

I'll deal with you.

Who's there?

Unexpected disturbance

detected in the demon hero.

It's related to the taboo word, "Sid."

Initiating removal with Rasterizer.

Why, you!

The impact on the world

is determined to be spreading.

Damn you.

I see.

I get it, Rasterizer.

Commencing Zero Code.

Erasing hero Vanessa's Code

from the world.

Gloria, sequentia.

Bless my flesh, blood, and soul!

Don't get carried away, trash!

The Dark Empress Vanessa's

resistance value is rising.

You're just Alfreya's lackey.

Do you really think you can take my head?

Mana is above anticipated levels.

Time until completion of Zero Code is

Scatter.

It's still not dead?

What an eyesore.

Damage beyond acceptable limits confirmed.

So this is the demon hero.

Rinne.

Did you really fight someone like that?

No.

How scary.

She used to be strong too,

but Vanessa from that world

wasn't this scary.

What kind of wound is this?

I can't heal it even if I focus my mana.

So be it.

Let me finish off

the weaklings before me first.