02x03 - Stellar Wars

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Unbeknownst to Misumi Makoto as he
was on the road to Rotsgard Academy,

the two heroes were on the field of battle.

The hero has returned!

Welcome back, Hero.

I'm back, Lily.

That was another fine
display of martial skill.

We should be able to reclaim
Fort Stella from the demons soon.

We'll be fighting alongside
the Limia Army next, right?

So I'll finally get to meet their hero.

Oh, you're interested in Limia's hero?

I've heard she's quite beautiful.

Don't worry. I'm more than
happy with you and the others.

So that's Fort Stella.

The w*r is finally beginning.

Season Two

Night Three Stellar Wars

A dinner party, huh?

I imagine we'll also be conducting final
checks for the battle to reclaim Fort Stella.

We've already secured the
route to the fortress.

It will be like a pre-battle pep rally.

Apparently Gritonia's hero will make a
statement before the battle commences.

A statement requesting the
goddess's blessing, huh?

When fighting against demi-humans or demons,

hyumans unconditionally receive
the goddess's blessing.

We have a great advantage.

You don't look happy.

Are you curious about the empire's hero?

There's that, too.

I heard we came from the same
world and are close in age.

Welcome, Hero of Limia and her retinue.

We are honored to receive your invitation,
Your Majesty Queen Lily.

As you just heard, there are no
major changes to the battle plan.

We've received the expected relief supplies
and reinforcements from the King of Aion.

From Laurel, we received less than expected.

I'm sure the people of Limia
know precisely the reason.

It's because of the friction
between our nations over Chiya.

However, our forces have quintuple
the strength of the demons.

Furthermore, once the goddess's
blessing is requested,

our advantage will be unshakable.

Any other questions?

May I ask why we chose to fight at night?

Because we're accustomed
to fighting at night.

Oh?

How encouraging.

We have little experience fighting at night.

Any strategies or information from Limia?

None. We have nothing to offer.

Well, this is just a mid-boss battle.

The goddess's blessing will buff
us and debuff the demons.

It should be an easy win.

Buff? Debuff?

Let's reclaim the fortress quickly and
receive words of praise from the goddess.

And for today, let's not stand on ceremony.

By the way, Tomoki-kun, did we
ever meet in the other world?

No.

But I'm sure I recognize you from somewhere.

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Oh, I remember now.

The model my friend liked had the same name.

We're two different,
totally unrelated people.

You're right. I probably
just mistook you for him.

I'm sorry if I upset you.

What? I didn't say I was upset.

Do I look upset to you?

That's not what I...

Hibiki-san, what's your level right now?

Me? 430.

I'm 605.

He's suddenly one-upping me.

Wow, you've accomplished so much.

I have.

So could you stop calling me Tomoki-kun?

Tomoki-sama might be a bit too much,
but at least call me Tomoki-san.

Who said we wouldn't stand on ceremony?

S-Sorry. I'll be careful from now on.

Also, mind if I speak casually?

I'm no good with polite language.

Go right ahead.

That was his idea of speaking politely?

If this were a formal interview,
he wouldn't have made the cut.

What's the matter? Can't sleep?

Naval...

I was just thinking about
what a large operation this is.

I've never asked, but why
did you come to this world?

In my old world, I was
born to a good family.

I was blessed with fortunate circumstances
and could do anything with a little effort.

Impressive, right?

I see.

Did you just think I'm kind of b*tch?

No, I know you are.

At least deny it a little.

I'm joking.

Anyway, I'm surprised
you're going off to w*r.

I remember the fancy young lady who cried
because she couldn't k*ll a single kobold.

That was the first time in my
life that I'd failed like that.

This has been my first time meeting
someone I trust to watch my back, too.

I'll probably face more struggles
and difficulties going forward.

But I don't regret coming to this world.

Hibiki...

Come on. We'd better get to bed.

There's a w*r starting.

Right.

O Gracious Goddess, behold our holy w*r.

The two lights you granted this world

have gathered here with these brave
soldiers to request your blessing.

O Merciful Goddess,
grant the kindness of destruction

to these base demons who harm your people.

Grant your protection
to those who serve you.

I have a report for Rona-sama.

We've identified Limia and Gritonia's
troop placement and marching route.

They just issued a request to receive the
goddess's blessing and have begun marching.

We expected all of this.

I'm going to battle. Notify Io.

An impregnable fortress, huh?

It's a steep slope, but we'll have
to overwhelm them with our numbers.

Watch out for traps laid by the demons.

Many of my friends sleep beneath this road.

Many knights were slain, too.

Do not quail! Advance!

We have the goddess's protection!

That's odd.

They should be putting up more of a fight.

You're right. I've heard we've never
even made it to the fortress until now.

Woody-san and Chiya-chan,
raise a defensive barrier just in case.

Also, prepare a floating ritual
for high-speed travel.

The gates are opening!

Go!

Capture Stella!

Rona-sama, both targets have
entered activation range.

Time to see how strong the heroes are.

What's this?

A magic circle!

But it's so big...

Everyone, prepare for attack!

Woody-san!

Got it.

Damn! A demon trap.

So that's the empire's hero.

Are those shoes allowing him to float?

Divine Spear!

He's no fun.

Did they all fall?

Took you long enough to notice!

These replica silver shoes aren't perfect.

They're gonna make me fall
when I carry something heavy!

It's my equipment that's heavy!

Don't fight.

You're both heavier than me.

Of course we are!

Begin the counterattack.

Mora, summon Nagi.

Got it.

A dragon.

You'll pay for doing that when
you're only a mid-boss!

Their firepower is as threatening
as the rumors say.

But they cannot take this fortress.

Mora and Yukinatsu,
provide support from the rear.

Ginebia, let's go!

Right!

So you're the hero.

Is this the mid-boss we've been waiting for?

Tomoki!

You won't even state your name?
What a boorish hero.

Manners don't matter on the b*ttlefield!

I suppose you wouldn't go down in one hit.

But I'm not the only one you're fighting.

Did you wait long?

I apologize if my companion was rude to you.

Hey, what does that mean?

It's fine. He's a truly hyuman hero.

I'm the Hero of the
Limia Kingdom, Otonashi Hibiki.

I am Third Brigade General of the Demon
King's forces, Io the demigigant.

His regeneration rivals
that of the Black Spider.

I'm up against two heroes.

I'll be using some secret stratagems, too.

Take this power of the damnable goddess,

this rampant absurdity,
and these arrogant fools,

and shatter them to pieces.

What's happening?

Tomoki?

I feel weak.

What did you do?

Within a limited area, I removed the
blessing you received from the goddess.

What? The goddess's power vanished?

I shall make you immortal at night.

If I'm hit by an attack now, I'll die?!

Let's retreat.

What?

We're at a disadvantage.

We're turning around.

But...

Shut up! Do as you're told!

We made it to their commander,
and we're fleeing?

You should retreat, too.

We're heroes. We can't fall here.

We can reorganize our forces and come back!

Maybe you're right.

But only caring about saving your own skin?

I'll never call someone like that a hero.

Oh, yeah?

I wasn't expecting him to flee.

I'm disappointed. I didn't think
I'd only be fighting one of you.

I'm not alone.

We oversaw the retreat
of the remaining forces.

And took care of the rank
and file in the area.

I see. Then allow me to
confirm the hero's power.

Not with words, but with our skills.

What's this? They've turned
the tables on my hyumans.

After I sent them two heroes, too.

Huh? I can't believe he's here.

I found you.

It's morning already?
You've held on for quite a long time.

Not bad. That reached the bone.

It's stuck!

So you released your sword
and erected a barrier.

I can't do it.

I'm not nearly strong enough.

How are things over there, Sofia?

They're going smoothly.

I'm so eager to fight, I can't stand it.

Sofia, look.

What?

Is that...

Could it be...

The goddess's power?

If that's the goddess' light,
then we still have hope.

Everyone!

We'll struggle a little longer!

Yeah!

You're barely standing with
the help of support spells.

We won't give up.

That's our greatest weapon!

Woody.

The magic device.

For Limia's sake, we cannot lose Hibiki.

Not you, Verda, or Chiya, either.

B-But...

Please. Let me save Hibiki
and our companions.

That's not fair.

I'm falling back a bit.

Verda, watch Hibiki.

What? Hey!

You're a real ogre, you know that?

Chiya, provide Naval with
powerful support magic.

Got it.

The Rose Sign, as well.

I'm starting.

Don't make that face.

I go.

It's beautiful. Is this the
effect of the magic device?

Yes.

Verda-kun!

Your defense is decent,
but your sword skills need work.

Stand back, Verda!

What?

I can cut him.

Naval, what kind of spell is that?

I used a special catalyst.

Now fall in line and support me.

The Rose Sign?

You're kidding.

My regeneration can't keep up.

I'll be stopping that sword of yours.

More!

I didn't expect to find spells I was
unaware of among the people of this world.

I'm surprised, too.

I can't believe we still haven't defeated
the first demon commander after all this.

Don't worry. I am the
strongest demon in battle.

That's good news.

If we can defeat you,
we'll make tremendous progress!

Don't let your guard down.

Yeah, you wouldn't want to do that!

Gotcha!

Impressive. I didn't think I'd get to
use my full strength in this battle.

Get back, both of you!

You're kidding, right?
This is just the second phase?

I'm sorry, but it's not a joke.

Woody!

Wh-What?

We need to move at high speed.
Chiya, assist me.

What? But...

Wait! Naval is still fighting!

Woody, stop your spell! Stop!

Don't!

Stop it! Let me go!

Hibiki, the Rose Sign Naval was using...

It grants power beyond your limits
at the cost of the user's life.

Her life?

It doesn't look like you
can fight any longer.

I'll be going after the hero now.

I won't let you.

I haven't given everything yet.

A woman who only had a place k*lling
her enemies on the b*ttlefield

found companions like family and a friend
she could trust to watch her back.

Either way, her destiny was to cruelly
and worthlessly die on the b*ttlefield!

I, Naval Polar, will decide where
I die, gain meaning for my death,

and more than anything, remain in
the memories of my friends.

Such a glorious moment is
wasted on this sword ogre!

So you're prepared to die!

Death Reward.

Come, flames of death.

What's this?!

Hibiki, I had fun.

No...

Naval...

Naval!

Maybe I should've fought alongside
the Hero of Limia, too.

No. You made the right choice.

Your continued existence gives
hope to the people of Gritonia.

R-Right.

I'll get stronger...

so I can fight without relying
on the goddess's protection.

Yes.

I shall remain by your side
and do as you wish of me.

Get up already.

I've still got to mend the pit.

How dare that b*tch...

Naval, was it? I'll remember that name.

More importantly, Sofia's been k*lled.

What? The Dragon Slayer?

It was that column of the goddess's light.

I wonder what kind of monster she summoned.

Young Master!

Mio.

You'll lose your arm
regenerating him like that.

I don't care!

I don't care what happens to me.

Mio...

Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Misumi Makoto,

the heroes had ended their battle,

and his servants had rescued him.

We return to the present,

as their long journey to the
academy draws to a close.

Night Four: "Why Am I a Teacher?!"

Next Time

Why Am I a Teacher?!