02x21 - (D) Adalmann, the Index Finger
Posted: 04/27/23 11:17
[RIMURU] As Benimaru
and the others were facing off
against Clayman's forces,
the rest of us back in Tempest
were busy making preparations
to attend Walpurgis.
My goodness, you look
fantastic, Lord Rimuru.
Agreed, just wonderful!
[RANGA]
Such a dignified look!
It suits you perfectly, Master!
[SHION]
Mm, mm, mm, mm, mm!
Aw, you really think so?
[SHION] And Princess Shuna,
you're looking lovely, as well!
Ah? Thank you so much!
On that note, I should
probably join the others.
[RIMURU]
Mm.
Princess Shuna, be careful out
there, but also make sure
you beat the stuffing out of
Clayman's minions!
[RANGA]
Do it for us!
Right.
Stay safe, okay?
[SHUNA]
I will, and you, as well.
[SHION]
Hmm!
[VELDORA]
Hmm?
Ah...
[TREYNI giggles]
[RIMURU] It's almost time
to go to Walpurgis,
but they're just chilling
like it's no big deal.
[RIMURU] Hey, so there are ten
Demon Lords in total, right?
There's Milim, Ramiris, Leon,
Carrion, Frey, and Clayman,
but I have no clue what
the other four are like.
Honestly, I have little interest
in such small insects.
But, two or three millennia ago,
I don't recall the details,
I fought a female
vampire Demon Lord.
What do you remember?
Well, for starters,
she could not take a joke.
I burnt down one tiny city
and she got all furious at me.
Yeah, pretty sure that
would make anyone furious.
[VELDORA gulps] Oh? I suppose
looking back at it now,
I might feel a teensy bit
bad about it...
Just a teensy bit, huh?
[VELDORA]
What was her name again?
Lu... Lurus...?
Or Milis, maybe?
I wasn't really
taking it seriously,
but she was strong enough
to be a playmate for me,
so you'd better be
careful around her.
I doubt it matters now, but
a man named Roy Valentine
has been the Demon Lord of that
nation for like , years.
So, he's like her replacement?
--Ah!
--What is it?!
I can't believe a new enemy is
showing up in this moment!
Talk about an
unexpected cliffhanger!
[RIMURU] Take this seriously or
I'll start shouting spoilers!
[VELDORA] Come on, there's
no need for such threats!
There's also a Demon Lord
who's a giant.
His name is Daggrull.
We tussled a few times, but a
victor was never determined.
Sure, but if you actually
remember his name,
then I imagine
he's pretty powerful.
Hardly, and if I fought him
now, I would definitely win.
Also, I never battled him,
but there's a Demon Lord
who's an actual real-life
demon called Guy Crimson.
So why haven't you
ever fought him?
Oh, he lives way up
in the far north,
and there is absolutely no
reason for someone as amazing
as I am to venture
to such a remote land
just for some silly fight.
[laughs]
Yeah, that's true.
Plus, Guy is really strong.
Did you know Guy, Milim,
and I are the oldest
of all the Demon Lords? Ha, ha!
Ah. I guess that's good to know.
Who's the last Demon Lord?
[RAMIRIS]
Hmm...
Uh...
I've got nothing.
[RAMIRIS]
His name's Deeno!
The guy does nothing but
sleep and loves slacking off
even more than I do!
I gotcha, so he's
another Ramiris?
[RAMIRIS]
Ah! Yeah, right, he wishes!
That's ten.
Huh.
[gasps]
The time has come.
Yep, that's our ride!
[RIMURU]
What's with this design?
Talk about dramatic.
Hello, I've come to
collect you, Lady Ramiris.
[RIMURU]
This maid...
She's just as
intimidating as Diablo.
She must be a demon,
and a high-ranking one.
It's been a while, Mizeri!
How's your partner,
Raine, doing?
As well as ever,
thank you for asking.
And I assume you're Lord Rimuru?
[RIMURU]
Mm.
[MIZERI]
I've heard about you.
From my master,
Lord Guy Crimson.
[RIMURU] She serves Guy,
one of the oldest Demon Lords?
[MIZERI] Please proceed
once you're ready.
[RAMIRIS] Beretta, Treyni,
Let's get moving!
[TREYNI]
Of course, Lady Ramiris.
[BERETTA]
Coming, my lady.
[TRYA]
Lady Ramiris. Be careful.
[RIMURU]
Waiting beyond that door,
are the people
who control this world.
But now that I've made up
my mind to become
a true Demon Lord,
I can't afford to lose my nerve.
Time to go.
[SHION, RANGA]
Right!
[TRYA] Lord Rimuru,
and the rest of you, as well.
Please stay safe.
[VELDORA] If anything happens,
feel free to give me a shout!
[HAKUROU]
Where is Clayman's castle?
This fog is much
more than it appears--
it's even blocking
my Magic Detection.
Agreed, the enemy
is clearly using the fog
to obtain information.
[SHUNA gasps]
[HAKUROU]
Hmm?
[SHUNA] Unfortunately, I believe
we have just walked into a trap.
You don't say?
Strange, I don't
sense any enemies.
[moaning]
[SOEI gasps]
What?
[UNDEAD moaning]
How, though?
There are so many.
How could they possibly
hide so that we didn't
sense their presence?
It was never the enemy's
intention to hide.
Rather the fog was used
to lure us to them.
Into the center of their army.
[SOEI]
With Magic Detection unusable,
we have no way to know
how many there are.
But if sheer numbers are
their only advantage...
Listen up. I will break
through their forces
while you and Hakurou escape.
--We can't, Soei.
--[SOEI] Hmm?
It does not appear they
will make it so simple.
His magical power
is quite immense.
I see, that can
only mean one thing.
[SOEI] He's one of the Five
Fingers serving Clayman.
[SHUNA]
Adalmann, the Index Finger.
[ADALMANN] Correct.
I'm the one known as Adalmann.
the Wight King who dares to
command a multitude of undead.
I am a servant of the
Great Demon Lord Clayman,
and the one he has ordered
to protect this land.
Lowly intruders.
There is no escape.
Give up your lives quietly.
[SHUNA]
We are fully surrounded.
[SHUNA] And I can no longer
use Spatial Movement.
The only way out of this...
...is to defeat Adalmann.
[HAKUROU]
Let's end it quickly.
[SOEI]
I'm with you.
Fortunately, my att*cks
can k*ll even the undead.
[ADALMANN laughs] None of
you idiots know your place!
You will pay for your ignorance!
[HAKUROU]
Hmph!
How impressive. You managed
to predict all my moves.
I see that even as a rotting
corpse, you've still retained
your instincts as a swordsman.
[SOEI grunts]
It can't be...
A Dragon Zombie?
No, I'm afraid it's
nothing that weak!
It's the strongest
of all dead monsters.
A Death Dragon!
[DRAGON ZOMBIE roars]
Good, I won't hold back.
It's time to die!
[SOEI]
Arcane Thread Fetters!
Rest in peace.
[SOEI] I see. So, you have
the ability to regenerate.
Then I have little choice but
to destroy your physical body
along with your soul.
Stop for a moment, Soei.
Calm down, and analyze your foe.
[SOEI]
Hmm?
[SHUNA]
This dragon's soul...
...exists within
Adalmann himself.
Please do not worry
about trying to protect me.
Focus on stopping that dragon.
And I will defeat Adalmann.
[SOEI]
No, it's too dangerous.
Look at me, Soei.
Do you see?
I'm very angry.
[SOEI]
Indeed.
The moment we escaped
the Ogre Village
and first encountered
Lord Rimuru,
Princess Shuna was
no longer someone
in need of our protection.
Right. Best of luck,
Princess Shuna.
Yes, same to you.
I'll let you handle
the dragon slaying.
[DRAGON ZOMBIE A roars]
[HAKUROU grunting]
[SHUNA]
The Otherworlders' behavior...
The invasion by
the Kingdom of Falmuth...
And Clayman,
the one behind it all...
We did not come to this land
for some pleasant excursion.
[ADALMANN]
Oh?
And what do you
intend to do, little lady?
Just what can you hope
to achieve without relying
on your personal guards?
[UNDEAD snarling]
There's no need
for your concern.
Engage Alignment Field!
[SHUNA]
Now no one can interrupt us.
And once I have defeated you,
I can destroy
the defense mechanism
centered around you
that covers this area.
Isn't that right?
Ah. Yes, nicely done.
I must say, I'm impressed you
figured out my secret, as well.
Tell me, girl. Your name?
[SHUNA]
Shuna. That is my name.
[ADALMANN]
Shuna. Yes, Miss Shuna.
Very well, let us
commence our battle.
Should you somehow
manage to defeat me,
I will do whatever you wish.
[SHUNA] I see, that's a very
generous offer on your part.
Unfortunately for you,
our only wish is the fall
of Demon Lord Clayman.
If you kindly let us pass,
we will allow you to continue
to exist in this land.
[laughs] I'm so sorry,
young lady, but I do believe
that will be impossible.
Is that so?
I thought you would be capable
of breaking that binding spell.
It seems I overestimated
your abilities.
Rest assured, if I could
break this binding spell,
then I would have
done so by now.
You make it sound as if
it would be a simple matter.
Right, then as I planned...
...I shall defeat you
in battle, Adalmann.
[ADALMANN] You're more
than welcome to fight me with
all the strength you possess!
[ADALMANN] Dissolve and corrode
all in my path!
Acid Shell!
Flame Wall!
Then how about this?
You dead who bear deep grudges,
offer up a sacrifice!
Curse Bind!
[SHUNA]
Holy Bell.
[bells ringing]
[ADALMANN] Impossible!
That's a Divine Miracle!
How is it that a lowly
monster such as yourself
could possibly use holy magic?
[SHUNA]
You find it strange?
That's because you
are so close-minded.
It should be no surprise to you,
holy magic responds to
the strength of the wish.
It works for anyone who believes
in miracles and wishes.
What? You lie!
[ADALMANN]
Once upon a time,
I was betrayed by the top
leaders of Luminism.
I ultimately lost all my
faith in the god Luminus.
Back when I was
reduced to this form,
I was positive that I would
never be able to use
holy magic again.
And now this girl is telling me
that isn't the case?!
[ADALMANN] Miss Shuna,
why did you believe I was once
a user of holy magic?
[SHUNA]
Your appearance.
It's common knowledge that those
pure white robes are only donned
by the highest members
of the clergy.
Your magic was advanced
enough to earn you the right
to wear them. Yet you're so weak
that you lack the ability
to break a basic
binding spell.
[ADALMANN growls]
If you only wear those white
robes because you miss having
holy magic, perhaps it was
foolish to be wary of you.
[ADALMANN growls]
That's quite enough girl--
I will hear no more out of you!
Please hear me now, God, for I
lift this prayer up to thee!
I ask you to share the divine
power of the Holy Spirit!
I beseech you, God:
please hear my wish!
[ADALMANN] Of course. My resolve
was merely insufficient.
When my old compatriots
who admired me came back
as the undead, I couldn't bear
to die and leave them behind.
I was naïve!
But if I plead sincerely for
my wish to be granted...
I bear no grudge against
this girl called Shuna.
If anything, I feel gratitude
for this monster who opened
my eyes to the truth.
Because of the curse of the man
who bound me to these lands,
the one known as
Demon Lord Kazalim,
I am forbidden from
taking my own life.
Forgive me, Miss Shuna,
but I shall have to
take you with me!
[ADALMANN]
Put an end to this battle!
Disintegration!
[SHUNA]
I've been waiting for this.
[ADALMANN gasps]
Overdrive!
What? But how?!
How in the world did she
overwrite my magic?!
Excellent work. As a reward
for your sincere efforts,
I shall set you free
from this land.
[ADALMANN gasps]
[HAKUROU sighs]
You did very well,
Princess Shuna.
Thanks, at least it's over.
[HAKUROU]
My goodness.
I must admit, the Death Knights
were far more trouble
than I expected.
I do believe you saved
my life, Princess Shuna.
Oh, don't be silly--it was you
who saved me, Hakurou.
And you as well, Soei.
You did wonderfully buying me
time against that Death Dragon
so I could fight.
[SOEI] Though. It shames me
that I was unable to defeat it
on my own.
[HAKUROU, SHUNA sigh]
Yes, and it would seem
I let my anger drive me to be
a little too reckless
in this situation.
Right, I tend to agree.
I suppose it's possible our
newfound strength has caused us
to grow a bit conceited.
Lord Rimuru's concern
was well-founded--
one never knows what sorts of
things may happen in w*r.
I should have gathered more
information before we started.
[HAKUROU sighs]
[SHUNA sighs]
Well...
Let's go take control
of Clayman's castle.
[ADALMANN]
Please wait.
[GROUP gasping]
[HAKUROU] Hm? Ah,
so you're still standing?
Fine, then I shall
finish the job.
Stay your sword, Hakurou!
He's harmless. He no longer
has the will to fight.
[ADALMANN]
Lady Shuna...
"Lady"...?
[GROUP gasps]
[ADALMANN] Thanks to your
magic and generosity,
my compatriots and I have
been freed from the curse
binding us to this land.
Surely, this means there was
a reason for our inability
to pass on, so I wish
to ask a favor of you!
[SHUNA]
Huh...? What is it...?
[ADALMANN] Lady Shuna,
I would like to meet the one
that you have chosen to
place your faith in.
When I lost my faith, I also
lost the chance to regain
the power I enjoyed at my peak.
The faith I had
in the god Luminus
has long since disappeared.
And for that reason,
my wish is to discover
a new god to worship.
Yes, well, he isn't
exactly a god.
And while we have a great amount
of respect for Lord Rimuru,
I would never say that
we outright worship him.
Oh! So, his name
is Lord Rimuru, is it?
How exciting--I dare say
there has never been
a more wonderful name
befitting of our new god!
[SHUNA chuckles]
I may be nothing more than
a weakened skeleton,
but it is my most humble
of hopes that I can still
be of use to your
master somehow.
Would it be at all possible
for you to introduce us
to this Lord Rimuru, my lady?
[SHUNA chuckles]
Mm...
[RIMURU]
Boing!
Boi-oi-oi-oi-oi-oi-oing!
[SHUNA]
Well, why not?
Perhaps once he meets
Lord Rimuru, in the "flesh,"
he'll give up on his pursuits.
Sure, I don't mind.
[ADALMANN gasps]
Thank you so much!
You'll have to be
patient, though.
[ADALMANN]
Huh?
You see, we still have
an important mission
that we must carry out.
Ah! Yes! Then, please
allow me to guide you.
[SHUNA]
Hmm?!
Have no fear, my friends,
just follow me!
Hmm?
Right this way.
[SHUNA]
Uh...
[giggles]
[MIZERI]
Here you are, sir.
[RIMURU]
Thanks.
[RANGA grunts]
[SHION grunts]
[RIMURU]
Hoo boy. That dude's bad news.
He's in a class all of his own.
So, this is one of the oldest
Demon Lords, Guy Crimson.
[gasps]
[RIMURU]
That massive body...
And the ridiculous
amount of energy...
Gotta be the giant
Demon Lord, Daggrull.
[RIMURU]
Those fangs...
Is he a vampire?
Which would make him
Demon Lord Valentine.
[gasps]
[RIMURU]]
Huh? Wait a second...
His attendant...
[RAPHAEL] Answer: Appraisal
suggests that the individual
in question may possess even
more magical energy than
the one known as
Demon Lord Valentine.
[RIMURU]
I thought so.
That maid might be
the True Demon Lord here.
The one called Lurus
or Milis or whatever.
I hope no one finds out about
my connection with Veldora.
And if they do, I hope I don't
have to clean up the aftermath.
[yawning]
Hah?!
[DEENO]
Hmm? Oh, hey!
Wow, you're still
kinda puny, huh?
[RAMIRIS] Ah--
You trying to pick a fight?!
You certainly showed up
with a lot of nerve, Deeno!
Don't be an idiot, why would I
wanna pick a fight that I know
I'd win super easily?
[RAMIRIS gasps] What?! You got
some kinda death wish?!
I could take you down
with just one punch, buddy!
Please, you're even smaller
than the last time I saw you.
Keep on wishing, though.
[RAMIRIS]
Hey, I can't help it!
I'll have you know I was just
reborn not that long ago!
[DEENO] Hmm? Whoa,
what's a lonely loser like you
doing with attendants?!
Now I look lame
for coming alone.
[giggles]
Oh, you know.
This is my way of getting back
at anyone who calls me "puny"
or a "loser" or both
of those things!
Which would be you!
[DEENO] Hmm... Actually,
these two are kinda amazing,
aren't they? Looking at them,
they're seriously intense.
[RAMIRIS] Yeah, tell me
something I don't know!
Now I've got some actual muscle
to back up all my tough talk!
--Who's the loser now?
--[RIMURUI] Yep.
This checks out.
[DEENO]
Meh, I'm over it.
[RAMIRIS] Hey! Come back here!
I'm not done bragging yet!
[SHION gasps]
Huh...?
[gasps]
[RIMURU] That must be Frey,
the harpy Demon Lord
the Beastketeers told me about.
Wow...! I've gotta admit,
the girl's got some major game!
I'm pretty sure I just found
my new favorite Demon Lord.
Hey. Look.
[RIMURU]
What's up, Shion?!
[RIMURU]
Crap! She's gonna m*rder me!
The male attendant
behind Lady Frey.
Don't you find him
a bit curious?
[RIMURU]
Huh...?
[RIMURU] She's right.
He's definitely got
a lot of magicules,
but not the insane amount
that everyone else here does.
--I wonder if it could be--
--[RAPHAEL] Notice:
Appraisal suggests
that the individual--
[RIMURU]
Nah! Even if that was Carrion,
there's no way he'd make his
presence here so obvious.
It can't be him.
[RAPHAEL]
Ugh! Hmph!
[RIMURU]
Is Raphael offended?
[LEON]
So you are Rimuru?
[SHION]
Uh!
[RIMURU]
Yeah, that's right.
I get it.
You must be Leon.
You want something from me?
I don't.
[LEON]
You felt familiar.
Perhaps it is your appearance.
Yeah? You should know
that Shizu died.
[LEON] I'm aware. It's only
natural that would happen.
I expected it. Considering
she never accepted Ifrit,
and she resisted
becoming a majin.
Listen, I'm not saying this
because she asked me to,
but let me slug you.
I refuse. You must understand
that I gave Shizu
the opportunity to choose
her own path in life.
And what she decided was that
she wanted to live as a human.
I gave Ifrit to her
as a parting gift.
I see no reason
why I should be hit.
[RIMURU growls]
Although I do find myself
somewhat interested in you.
I will invite you to my castle.
If you have an issue
with me, see me there.
But should you believe
this all to be a trap,
you're free to refuse.
[RIMURU]
Fine by me.
Send me the invitation and
I'll be there with bells on.
Yes, all right.
Of course... that's only
if you leave here alive,
Rimuru.
Huh...? Mm?!
[RIMURU]
Milim!
[RIMURU] Oh, good.
She seems okay, at least.
With Carrion missing,
that makes eight Demon Lords.
Which means the cocky-looking
jerk next to her is...
Stop walking so slow.
Move, you dullard!
[gasps]
[RAMIRIS whimpers]
Hello, all.
I appreciate you waiting for us.
[RIMURU growls]
[RIMURU]
Clayman...
You're going to pay dearly
for hitting my friend
and treating her like
garbage while we all watch.
I'll make you pray for death.
[RAPHAEL]
Next time, "Walpurgis."
and the others were facing off
against Clayman's forces,
the rest of us back in Tempest
were busy making preparations
to attend Walpurgis.
My goodness, you look
fantastic, Lord Rimuru.
Agreed, just wonderful!
[RANGA]
Such a dignified look!
It suits you perfectly, Master!
[SHION]
Mm, mm, mm, mm, mm!
Aw, you really think so?
[SHION] And Princess Shuna,
you're looking lovely, as well!
Ah? Thank you so much!
On that note, I should
probably join the others.
[RIMURU]
Mm.
Princess Shuna, be careful out
there, but also make sure
you beat the stuffing out of
Clayman's minions!
[RANGA]
Do it for us!
Right.
Stay safe, okay?
[SHUNA]
I will, and you, as well.
[SHION]
Hmm!
[VELDORA]
Hmm?
Ah...
[TREYNI giggles]
[RIMURU] It's almost time
to go to Walpurgis,
but they're just chilling
like it's no big deal.
[RIMURU] Hey, so there are ten
Demon Lords in total, right?
There's Milim, Ramiris, Leon,
Carrion, Frey, and Clayman,
but I have no clue what
the other four are like.
Honestly, I have little interest
in such small insects.
But, two or three millennia ago,
I don't recall the details,
I fought a female
vampire Demon Lord.
What do you remember?
Well, for starters,
she could not take a joke.
I burnt down one tiny city
and she got all furious at me.
Yeah, pretty sure that
would make anyone furious.
[VELDORA gulps] Oh? I suppose
looking back at it now,
I might feel a teensy bit
bad about it...
Just a teensy bit, huh?
[VELDORA]
What was her name again?
Lu... Lurus...?
Or Milis, maybe?
I wasn't really
taking it seriously,
but she was strong enough
to be a playmate for me,
so you'd better be
careful around her.
I doubt it matters now, but
a man named Roy Valentine
has been the Demon Lord of that
nation for like , years.
So, he's like her replacement?
--Ah!
--What is it?!
I can't believe a new enemy is
showing up in this moment!
Talk about an
unexpected cliffhanger!
[RIMURU] Take this seriously or
I'll start shouting spoilers!
[VELDORA] Come on, there's
no need for such threats!
There's also a Demon Lord
who's a giant.
His name is Daggrull.
We tussled a few times, but a
victor was never determined.
Sure, but if you actually
remember his name,
then I imagine
he's pretty powerful.
Hardly, and if I fought him
now, I would definitely win.
Also, I never battled him,
but there's a Demon Lord
who's an actual real-life
demon called Guy Crimson.
So why haven't you
ever fought him?
Oh, he lives way up
in the far north,
and there is absolutely no
reason for someone as amazing
as I am to venture
to such a remote land
just for some silly fight.
[laughs]
Yeah, that's true.
Plus, Guy is really strong.
Did you know Guy, Milim,
and I are the oldest
of all the Demon Lords? Ha, ha!
Ah. I guess that's good to know.
Who's the last Demon Lord?
[RAMIRIS]
Hmm...
Uh...
I've got nothing.
[RAMIRIS]
His name's Deeno!
The guy does nothing but
sleep and loves slacking off
even more than I do!
I gotcha, so he's
another Ramiris?
[RAMIRIS]
Ah! Yeah, right, he wishes!
That's ten.
Huh.
[gasps]
The time has come.
Yep, that's our ride!
[RIMURU]
What's with this design?
Talk about dramatic.
Hello, I've come to
collect you, Lady Ramiris.
[RIMURU]
This maid...
She's just as
intimidating as Diablo.
She must be a demon,
and a high-ranking one.
It's been a while, Mizeri!
How's your partner,
Raine, doing?
As well as ever,
thank you for asking.
And I assume you're Lord Rimuru?
[RIMURU]
Mm.
[MIZERI]
I've heard about you.
From my master,
Lord Guy Crimson.
[RIMURU] She serves Guy,
one of the oldest Demon Lords?
[MIZERI] Please proceed
once you're ready.
[RAMIRIS] Beretta, Treyni,
Let's get moving!
[TREYNI]
Of course, Lady Ramiris.
[BERETTA]
Coming, my lady.
[TRYA]
Lady Ramiris. Be careful.
[RIMURU]
Waiting beyond that door,
are the people
who control this world.
But now that I've made up
my mind to become
a true Demon Lord,
I can't afford to lose my nerve.
Time to go.
[SHION, RANGA]
Right!
[TRYA] Lord Rimuru,
and the rest of you, as well.
Please stay safe.
[VELDORA] If anything happens,
feel free to give me a shout!
[HAKUROU]
Where is Clayman's castle?
This fog is much
more than it appears--
it's even blocking
my Magic Detection.
Agreed, the enemy
is clearly using the fog
to obtain information.
[SHUNA gasps]
[HAKUROU]
Hmm?
[SHUNA] Unfortunately, I believe
we have just walked into a trap.
You don't say?
Strange, I don't
sense any enemies.
[moaning]
[SOEI gasps]
What?
[UNDEAD moaning]
How, though?
There are so many.
How could they possibly
hide so that we didn't
sense their presence?
It was never the enemy's
intention to hide.
Rather the fog was used
to lure us to them.
Into the center of their army.
[SOEI]
With Magic Detection unusable,
we have no way to know
how many there are.
But if sheer numbers are
their only advantage...
Listen up. I will break
through their forces
while you and Hakurou escape.
--We can't, Soei.
--[SOEI] Hmm?
It does not appear they
will make it so simple.
His magical power
is quite immense.
I see, that can
only mean one thing.
[SOEI] He's one of the Five
Fingers serving Clayman.
[SHUNA]
Adalmann, the Index Finger.
[ADALMANN] Correct.
I'm the one known as Adalmann.
the Wight King who dares to
command a multitude of undead.
I am a servant of the
Great Demon Lord Clayman,
and the one he has ordered
to protect this land.
Lowly intruders.
There is no escape.
Give up your lives quietly.
[SHUNA]
We are fully surrounded.
[SHUNA] And I can no longer
use Spatial Movement.
The only way out of this...
...is to defeat Adalmann.
[HAKUROU]
Let's end it quickly.
[SOEI]
I'm with you.
Fortunately, my att*cks
can k*ll even the undead.
[ADALMANN laughs] None of
you idiots know your place!
You will pay for your ignorance!
[HAKUROU]
Hmph!
How impressive. You managed
to predict all my moves.
I see that even as a rotting
corpse, you've still retained
your instincts as a swordsman.
[SOEI grunts]
It can't be...
A Dragon Zombie?
No, I'm afraid it's
nothing that weak!
It's the strongest
of all dead monsters.
A Death Dragon!
[DRAGON ZOMBIE roars]
Good, I won't hold back.
It's time to die!
[SOEI]
Arcane Thread Fetters!
Rest in peace.
[SOEI] I see. So, you have
the ability to regenerate.
Then I have little choice but
to destroy your physical body
along with your soul.
Stop for a moment, Soei.
Calm down, and analyze your foe.
[SOEI]
Hmm?
[SHUNA]
This dragon's soul...
...exists within
Adalmann himself.
Please do not worry
about trying to protect me.
Focus on stopping that dragon.
And I will defeat Adalmann.
[SOEI]
No, it's too dangerous.
Look at me, Soei.
Do you see?
I'm very angry.
[SOEI]
Indeed.
The moment we escaped
the Ogre Village
and first encountered
Lord Rimuru,
Princess Shuna was
no longer someone
in need of our protection.
Right. Best of luck,
Princess Shuna.
Yes, same to you.
I'll let you handle
the dragon slaying.
[DRAGON ZOMBIE A roars]
[HAKUROU grunting]
[SHUNA]
The Otherworlders' behavior...
The invasion by
the Kingdom of Falmuth...
And Clayman,
the one behind it all...
We did not come to this land
for some pleasant excursion.
[ADALMANN]
Oh?
And what do you
intend to do, little lady?
Just what can you hope
to achieve without relying
on your personal guards?
[UNDEAD snarling]
There's no need
for your concern.
Engage Alignment Field!
[SHUNA]
Now no one can interrupt us.
And once I have defeated you,
I can destroy
the defense mechanism
centered around you
that covers this area.
Isn't that right?
Ah. Yes, nicely done.
I must say, I'm impressed you
figured out my secret, as well.
Tell me, girl. Your name?
[SHUNA]
Shuna. That is my name.
[ADALMANN]
Shuna. Yes, Miss Shuna.
Very well, let us
commence our battle.
Should you somehow
manage to defeat me,
I will do whatever you wish.
[SHUNA] I see, that's a very
generous offer on your part.
Unfortunately for you,
our only wish is the fall
of Demon Lord Clayman.
If you kindly let us pass,
we will allow you to continue
to exist in this land.
[laughs] I'm so sorry,
young lady, but I do believe
that will be impossible.
Is that so?
I thought you would be capable
of breaking that binding spell.
It seems I overestimated
your abilities.
Rest assured, if I could
break this binding spell,
then I would have
done so by now.
You make it sound as if
it would be a simple matter.
Right, then as I planned...
...I shall defeat you
in battle, Adalmann.
[ADALMANN] You're more
than welcome to fight me with
all the strength you possess!
[ADALMANN] Dissolve and corrode
all in my path!
Acid Shell!
Flame Wall!
Then how about this?
You dead who bear deep grudges,
offer up a sacrifice!
Curse Bind!
[SHUNA]
Holy Bell.
[bells ringing]
[ADALMANN] Impossible!
That's a Divine Miracle!
How is it that a lowly
monster such as yourself
could possibly use holy magic?
[SHUNA]
You find it strange?
That's because you
are so close-minded.
It should be no surprise to you,
holy magic responds to
the strength of the wish.
It works for anyone who believes
in miracles and wishes.
What? You lie!
[ADALMANN]
Once upon a time,
I was betrayed by the top
leaders of Luminism.
I ultimately lost all my
faith in the god Luminus.
Back when I was
reduced to this form,
I was positive that I would
never be able to use
holy magic again.
And now this girl is telling me
that isn't the case?!
[ADALMANN] Miss Shuna,
why did you believe I was once
a user of holy magic?
[SHUNA]
Your appearance.
It's common knowledge that those
pure white robes are only donned
by the highest members
of the clergy.
Your magic was advanced
enough to earn you the right
to wear them. Yet you're so weak
that you lack the ability
to break a basic
binding spell.
[ADALMANN growls]
If you only wear those white
robes because you miss having
holy magic, perhaps it was
foolish to be wary of you.
[ADALMANN growls]
That's quite enough girl--
I will hear no more out of you!
Please hear me now, God, for I
lift this prayer up to thee!
I ask you to share the divine
power of the Holy Spirit!
I beseech you, God:
please hear my wish!
[ADALMANN] Of course. My resolve
was merely insufficient.
When my old compatriots
who admired me came back
as the undead, I couldn't bear
to die and leave them behind.
I was naïve!
But if I plead sincerely for
my wish to be granted...
I bear no grudge against
this girl called Shuna.
If anything, I feel gratitude
for this monster who opened
my eyes to the truth.
Because of the curse of the man
who bound me to these lands,
the one known as
Demon Lord Kazalim,
I am forbidden from
taking my own life.
Forgive me, Miss Shuna,
but I shall have to
take you with me!
[ADALMANN]
Put an end to this battle!
Disintegration!
[SHUNA]
I've been waiting for this.
[ADALMANN gasps]
Overdrive!
What? But how?!
How in the world did she
overwrite my magic?!
Excellent work. As a reward
for your sincere efforts,
I shall set you free
from this land.
[ADALMANN gasps]
[HAKUROU sighs]
You did very well,
Princess Shuna.
Thanks, at least it's over.
[HAKUROU]
My goodness.
I must admit, the Death Knights
were far more trouble
than I expected.
I do believe you saved
my life, Princess Shuna.
Oh, don't be silly--it was you
who saved me, Hakurou.
And you as well, Soei.
You did wonderfully buying me
time against that Death Dragon
so I could fight.
[SOEI] Though. It shames me
that I was unable to defeat it
on my own.
[HAKUROU, SHUNA sigh]
Yes, and it would seem
I let my anger drive me to be
a little too reckless
in this situation.
Right, I tend to agree.
I suppose it's possible our
newfound strength has caused us
to grow a bit conceited.
Lord Rimuru's concern
was well-founded--
one never knows what sorts of
things may happen in w*r.
I should have gathered more
information before we started.
[HAKUROU sighs]
[SHUNA sighs]
Well...
Let's go take control
of Clayman's castle.
[ADALMANN]
Please wait.
[GROUP gasping]
[HAKUROU] Hm? Ah,
so you're still standing?
Fine, then I shall
finish the job.
Stay your sword, Hakurou!
He's harmless. He no longer
has the will to fight.
[ADALMANN]
Lady Shuna...
"Lady"...?
[GROUP gasps]
[ADALMANN] Thanks to your
magic and generosity,
my compatriots and I have
been freed from the curse
binding us to this land.
Surely, this means there was
a reason for our inability
to pass on, so I wish
to ask a favor of you!
[SHUNA]
Huh...? What is it...?
[ADALMANN] Lady Shuna,
I would like to meet the one
that you have chosen to
place your faith in.
When I lost my faith, I also
lost the chance to regain
the power I enjoyed at my peak.
The faith I had
in the god Luminus
has long since disappeared.
And for that reason,
my wish is to discover
a new god to worship.
Yes, well, he isn't
exactly a god.
And while we have a great amount
of respect for Lord Rimuru,
I would never say that
we outright worship him.
Oh! So, his name
is Lord Rimuru, is it?
How exciting--I dare say
there has never been
a more wonderful name
befitting of our new god!
[SHUNA chuckles]
I may be nothing more than
a weakened skeleton,
but it is my most humble
of hopes that I can still
be of use to your
master somehow.
Would it be at all possible
for you to introduce us
to this Lord Rimuru, my lady?
[SHUNA chuckles]
Mm...
[RIMURU]
Boing!
Boi-oi-oi-oi-oi-oi-oing!
[SHUNA]
Well, why not?
Perhaps once he meets
Lord Rimuru, in the "flesh,"
he'll give up on his pursuits.
Sure, I don't mind.
[ADALMANN gasps]
Thank you so much!
You'll have to be
patient, though.
[ADALMANN]
Huh?
You see, we still have
an important mission
that we must carry out.
Ah! Yes! Then, please
allow me to guide you.
[SHUNA]
Hmm?!
Have no fear, my friends,
just follow me!
Hmm?
Right this way.
[SHUNA]
Uh...
[giggles]
[MIZERI]
Here you are, sir.
[RIMURU]
Thanks.
[RANGA grunts]
[SHION grunts]
[RIMURU]
Hoo boy. That dude's bad news.
He's in a class all of his own.
So, this is one of the oldest
Demon Lords, Guy Crimson.
[gasps]
[RIMURU]
That massive body...
And the ridiculous
amount of energy...
Gotta be the giant
Demon Lord, Daggrull.
[RIMURU]
Those fangs...
Is he a vampire?
Which would make him
Demon Lord Valentine.
[gasps]
[RIMURU]]
Huh? Wait a second...
His attendant...
[RAPHAEL] Answer: Appraisal
suggests that the individual
in question may possess even
more magical energy than
the one known as
Demon Lord Valentine.
[RIMURU]
I thought so.
That maid might be
the True Demon Lord here.
The one called Lurus
or Milis or whatever.
I hope no one finds out about
my connection with Veldora.
And if they do, I hope I don't
have to clean up the aftermath.
[yawning]
Hah?!
[DEENO]
Hmm? Oh, hey!
Wow, you're still
kinda puny, huh?
[RAMIRIS] Ah--
You trying to pick a fight?!
You certainly showed up
with a lot of nerve, Deeno!
Don't be an idiot, why would I
wanna pick a fight that I know
I'd win super easily?
[RAMIRIS gasps] What?! You got
some kinda death wish?!
I could take you down
with just one punch, buddy!
Please, you're even smaller
than the last time I saw you.
Keep on wishing, though.
[RAMIRIS]
Hey, I can't help it!
I'll have you know I was just
reborn not that long ago!
[DEENO] Hmm? Whoa,
what's a lonely loser like you
doing with attendants?!
Now I look lame
for coming alone.
[giggles]
Oh, you know.
This is my way of getting back
at anyone who calls me "puny"
or a "loser" or both
of those things!
Which would be you!
[DEENO] Hmm... Actually,
these two are kinda amazing,
aren't they? Looking at them,
they're seriously intense.
[RAMIRIS] Yeah, tell me
something I don't know!
Now I've got some actual muscle
to back up all my tough talk!
--Who's the loser now?
--[RIMURUI] Yep.
This checks out.
[DEENO]
Meh, I'm over it.
[RAMIRIS] Hey! Come back here!
I'm not done bragging yet!
[SHION gasps]
Huh...?
[gasps]
[RIMURU] That must be Frey,
the harpy Demon Lord
the Beastketeers told me about.
Wow...! I've gotta admit,
the girl's got some major game!
I'm pretty sure I just found
my new favorite Demon Lord.
Hey. Look.
[RIMURU]
What's up, Shion?!
[RIMURU]
Crap! She's gonna m*rder me!
The male attendant
behind Lady Frey.
Don't you find him
a bit curious?
[RIMURU]
Huh...?
[RIMURU] She's right.
He's definitely got
a lot of magicules,
but not the insane amount
that everyone else here does.
--I wonder if it could be--
--[RAPHAEL] Notice:
Appraisal suggests
that the individual--
[RIMURU]
Nah! Even if that was Carrion,
there's no way he'd make his
presence here so obvious.
It can't be him.
[RAPHAEL]
Ugh! Hmph!
[RIMURU]
Is Raphael offended?
[LEON]
So you are Rimuru?
[SHION]
Uh!
[RIMURU]
Yeah, that's right.
I get it.
You must be Leon.
You want something from me?
I don't.
[LEON]
You felt familiar.
Perhaps it is your appearance.
Yeah? You should know
that Shizu died.
[LEON] I'm aware. It's only
natural that would happen.
I expected it. Considering
she never accepted Ifrit,
and she resisted
becoming a majin.
Listen, I'm not saying this
because she asked me to,
but let me slug you.
I refuse. You must understand
that I gave Shizu
the opportunity to choose
her own path in life.
And what she decided was that
she wanted to live as a human.
I gave Ifrit to her
as a parting gift.
I see no reason
why I should be hit.
[RIMURU growls]
Although I do find myself
somewhat interested in you.
I will invite you to my castle.
If you have an issue
with me, see me there.
But should you believe
this all to be a trap,
you're free to refuse.
[RIMURU]
Fine by me.
Send me the invitation and
I'll be there with bells on.
Yes, all right.
Of course... that's only
if you leave here alive,
Rimuru.
Huh...? Mm?!
[RIMURU]
Milim!
[RIMURU] Oh, good.
She seems okay, at least.
With Carrion missing,
that makes eight Demon Lords.
Which means the cocky-looking
jerk next to her is...
Stop walking so slow.
Move, you dullard!
[gasps]
[RAMIRIS whimpers]
Hello, all.
I appreciate you waiting for us.
[RIMURU growls]
[RIMURU]
Clayman...
You're going to pay dearly
for hitting my friend
and treating her like
garbage while we all watch.
I'll make you pray for death.
[RAPHAEL]
Next time, "Walpurgis."