01x06 - Sentence: Defense Against Corruption at Mureed Fortress 2

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Is that

Surely not.

They're humans?!

Flaming arrows?

Look out!

The barricade's on fire!

Sentenced to Be a Hero

Sentenced to Be a Hero

What the hell's going on?

More faeried humans

like the ones in the mine?

No. This is something else.

They've sided with the Demon Blight.

D-Do you mean

There are faeries capable of

communicating with humans?

Yeah.

Apparently, there's a few that can.

If that is what they are, Xylo

I cannot attack humans.

Even if they serve the Demon Lord,

it is structurally impossible

for me to do so.

I know.

Kivia! You getting this?

What is it?

Your sacred seal communication is more

garbled with non-heroes. Speak slowly.

What's going on out there?

Who sent those riders?

I have no idea. But

It's clear they're some noble

family's private army.

They're skilled horseback archers.

They're pulling back. We're too

heavily armored to give chase.

Damn. They're heading for

The underground passage.

They're coming this way.

Xylo, we've got a mess on our hands!

Something's coming our way!

What do we do? If they make it to me

If I die here

I'll never stop haunting you!

Is your own neck all you care about?

Chill out, Mr. Venetim.

Mr. Tatsuya's got your back, right?

Still, Your Majesty could do

with getting off the front lines.

We've got kyracks incoming.

That front gate won't hold much longer.

Unthinkable.

If the king retreats,

who will motivate his subjects?

Chancellor! Where are my reinforcements?

I don't have any for you. Besides

You're not even king of anything.

In that case

Open the embrasures!

Opening embrasures!

What are those?

Runtels.

Sacred seal cannons created by

Verkle Development Corporation.

Prepare to fire!

Preparing to fire!

Fire!

Their aim could use some work.

We'll need time to reload.

The next wave will reach us first.

In that case

Commander Xylo, it's your turn!

Strike down the enemy general!

Guess it's come to that.

I'll handle any humans we come across.

Ready to go, Teoritta?

Xylo.

Do you truly intend to enter this fight?

What are you getting at?

You are constantly gambling

with your own life,

yet you tell me not to do the same.

It's fine for me to do it.

They can bring me back to life.

No.

Even if that were not the case,

you would still fight.

What's your point?

For the Holy Knights and miners

still in the fortress

For the nameless masses

you have never even met

You always fight for someone else.

In the end, you are

no different than a goddess.

So when you claim to despise

the goddesses' fundamental nature

It is because you see yourself in us.

Damn it.

Let's just get this done.

The Demon Lord's finally here.

Yes. You are a hero and I am a goddess.

It is essential that I bless your battle.

We each have a duty that must be done.

We have no other choice, yes?

Yeah. You said it.

Xylo. We must make sure we win this battle.

Right.

Let's go.

What are humans doing here?

Will this place become our grave?

H-Hey.

What the

Where'd that come from?

I-It's an ambu—

O-Offer support!

All forces, fire!

H-He disappeared?

What the hell is he?

He's not human.

That thing

It's a demon.

There it is.

That's Iblis.

Let's keep engagements to

a minimum. We'll go around.

Understood.

Proceed, my knight.

Right.

Just how we planned it!

Eat this!

Xylo!

Take that!

A kyrack, huh?

Take this!

Teoritta, time to fly!

Right!

A boggart?!

X-Xylo! I shall call the rain of swords!

No!

Save your power for Iblis.

I cannot simply—

Damn it all to hell.

Teoritta! We're going!

Xylo. What is that?

Venetim! What are they doing here?

I told you to refuse their aid!

Uh, you're not mad at me, are you, Xylo?

You lied to me, didn't you?

Well, let me turn that back on you.

What made you think

I would tell you the truth?

Xylo! Help! I'm in trouble!

They're gonna k*ll me!

I'm a dead man!

Dotta! What the hell are you doing?

I'm being chased by mercenaries!

k*ll the b*stard!

Get back here!

Huh? Why are they after you?

I told you to hire them!

You told me to steal money to pay 'em.

I thought I'd save time by stealing it

from them in the first place!

Oh, whatever! Shut up now!

Give us our money back, you b*stard!

Harry the faerie horde!

They've confused the Demon Lord.

Guess it's dumber than I thought.

Let's fly, Teoritta!

Now's the time. Can you do it?

But of course.

I prioritized size and power

with this sword.

It will not hold for long.

I know. It's more than enough.

Are my blessings not a sight to behold?

Xylo?

Let's win this thing.

Indeed.

Ready.

That's right. Come get me.

Xylo. What is this?

It's the trap I set while scouting.

They're weathering seals.

Teoritta!

Right.

This shall be your end!

These swords will last for some time.

I'll ask Kivia's forces

to bring the goddess's poison.

You rest here for a bit.

There wasn't a single damn reason

to sacrifice the fortress.

All the fight's gone out of it.

Now we can

Teoritta!

Get out of there!

M-My knight.

T-Teoritta.

Run away.

Is this all we can do?

My people! Retreat at once!

Run!

It's hopeless!

We cannot afford any more sacrifices!

Tsav! Clear an escape route for them!

Not happenin'!

We're in trouble here, too!

We're done for! Run!

Hey!

Does that mean I can run, too?

Just don't come down here, please.

Hold the line up there.

Wait! Someone save me!

These mercenaries are gonna k*ll me!

Xylo! Your wound

Teoritta. Go.

But I—

The faeries can't come here right now.

I can see you're at your limit.

It's blatantly obvious.

You were right about everything.

I see myself in you, and it repulses me.

I

I want to win a battle that matters.

I want to think I'm an impressive person.

I want to believe I still have

something to offer.

It's a stupid, selfish thing to want.

But

This is the battle I'm fighting.

My knight.

Regardless of your feelings on the matter,

I shall fight by your side.

Because

I am the mighty goddess, Teoritta.

Yeah. Almost forgot about that.

Xylo. If you do not wish me to die,

you need only protect me.

You are a mighty knight, after all.

All right, then.

Help me out here, Teoritta.

I'll decide where you gamble your life.

Yes.

And when you die, it'll be on my order.

Without a doubt.

So let's win this!

I shall prepare you a special sword.

A truly special sword.

Can it slay an immortal opponent?

Yes. This is the Holy Sword.

There is nothing it cannot destroy.

I summon it from outside this world.

I guarantee it will hold,

even if not for long.

So I'd better make sure

the strike lands true?

Leave it to me.

Yes. We shall never give in,

nor fail, nor be broken!

Xylo!

Xylo!

I lost the mercenaries!

What are you doing?

We gotta get out of here!

Oh, hey.

Was wondering about the radio silence.

So that's where you are.

This is my last shot, anyway.

Teoritta! Now!

Just die and rot already!

There is nothing

the Holy Sword

cannot destroy.

You see?

Am I not truly great?

Yeah.

You sure as hell are.

Xylo!

Teoritta's with you, right?

If you're hurt,

we'd better get you back fast!

Took you long enough, moron.

Hey! Xylo!

Where am I?

Oh, I see you're awake.

How are we feeling, Xylo?

Who are you?

Rest easy.

I'm happy to say you aren't dead.

Although you came awfully close, I reckon.

Your body's been restored enough that

you won't need to visit the repair shop.

Although I can't promise

there won't be a little memory loss.

Who the hell are you?

Consider us allies, if you wish.

Either way, I'm very relieved you're safe.

The hero unit is

our trump card, after all.

Leave.

How cruel.

It wasn't easy to arrange

this confidential visit, you know.

I worked hard to bring you

your gifts as well.

Expressions of thanks

from the nearby settlements.

It seems you've gained

a very positive reputation.

They call you the "Soaring Lightning."

Get out now.

Very well. I'll respect your wishes.

But I want you to know

It's not just civilians.

People in the Temple and the military

are noticing what you heroes are up t—

Leave.

Oh, and one last thing.

Be careful about disobeying

too many orders.

There are powerful people

who view you as a thorn in their side.

One particular faction

has its eyes squarely on you.

Yeah, I'll bet.

They're known as "coexisters."

They seek harmony with the Demon Blight.

Well, goodbye now.

I'm finished.

You're free to enter, Lady Goddess.

Xylo!

My knight?

Why are you looking at me like that?

I, a mighty goddess, have granted you

a personal audience.

I will be angry with you, Xylo.

If you do not wish to praise me

If you do not wish to pat my head

I accept that.

But of all things

If you were to forget me

I would never forgive you.

I haven't forgotten you, Teoritta.

So don't cry.

I am not crying.

Okay.

I am much too great and powerful.

Yeah, you are.