Episode 266: The Absolute Defense Frontline, Mash Kyrielight True Servant Form
『 "AAAAAAA—!"
Feeling the Primordial Goddess,Tiamat, who had been suppressed all this time, let out a roar of unwillingness. Under this roar filled with anger and defiance, the power of the Nega-Genesis barrier she had set up continued to strengthen.
It was an almost unstoppable power, bursting forth as it neared the breaking point, trying to break through every obstacle.
BOOM—!
In the blink of an eye, the barrier known as Nega-Genesis had expanded several meters outward, rapidly approaching Fujimaru Ritsuka and his party.
Meanwhile, Tiamat, now completely transformed into a dragon, seemed to sense a summons at this moment and suddenly unleashed her final power.
This power not only broke through the constraints of the Underworld but also allowed Tiamat to move rapidly toward the group with her massive body.
Every movement brought with it a massive tremor, as if the very earth were trembling.
A terrifying aura radiated from Tiamat once again.
The air was thick with a suffocating heaviness; it was clear she was holding nothing back, ready to give it her all in one final struggle.
"My barrier… it's about to give out… You all need to act now…" Ereshkigal's voice sounded extremely weak yet urgent.
Hearing these exhausted yet resolute words, everyone immediately realized the critical nature of their situation. They exchanged a firm look, passing on their final determination and tacit understanding; a look of resolve appeared on every face.
Was this the final battle? For everything about to unfold, Fujimaru Ritsuka clearly understood its significance.
Thinking of this, his hands involuntarily clenched into fists, his eyes flashing with firm and brave light, as if telling himself that he could not give up no matter what.
"Mash… Merlin… let's go…!"
Upon hearing this from Fujimaru Ritsuka, both stepped forward, raising their magic staff and great shield high toward Tiamat.
The final battle had sounded its horn at this very moment.
Have we really… come this far? Is the story of the people of Uruk fighting together really coming to its final chapter at this crucial moment?
Recalling the hardships and countless sacrifices experienced along the way, one cannot help but sigh with emotion.
If they could successfully eliminate this ancient and incomparably powerful existence—The Primordial GoddessTiamat—this time, surely the problem would be thoroughly resolved.
However, such a critical blow was to be entrusted to an ordinary human of flesh and blood; this development truly exceeded everyone's expectations.
No one had expected that in this vital battle, the one playing the core role would be such an unremarkable existence.
Yet, they would not stop because of this.
Even if the road ahead was unknown and filled with danger, these warriors unhesitatingly chose to face the difficulties, fighting to protect what they cherished.
It was precisely because of this that Fujimaru Ritsuka solidified his belief—as the light of hope for humanity, he had shouldered a heavy burden from beginning to end; this responsibility was no less arduous than that of any Heroic Spirit, perhaps even more so.
"Please… no matter how difficult the obstacles, you must bring final victory to humanity!"
This was not just a vow, but a desire and promise deeply rooted in his heart.
"Please, you must win!" This sentence was a sigh that emerged from the hearts of almost everyone watching this scene.
No matter the outcome, this moment had arrived. There was no turning back; moving forward bravely was the only way out.
Fujimaru Ritsuka gripped the small knife he had received from King Gilgamesh; it was a symbol of his courage and determination.
Fighting alongside him were two other comrades, and that short pink-haired girl held an important item that also came from that King's legacy. This multi-functional object was both a dining table and a powerful defensive tool, highlighting her importance and versatility on the battlefield.
The three of them united their efforts and set out on their journey, officially welcoming the cruel showdown to come.
The air was filled with a tense and excited atmosphere, signaling that this battle would go down in history. 』
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〜Dimensional livestream, Chat Room〜
[ Paimon (Genshin Impact): "You must succeed." ]
[ Paimon (Genshin Impact): "We've already lost so much this time, you must succeed." ]
[ Oyama Mahiro (Onimai): "Go for it." ]
[ Mash Kyrielight (Type-Moon): "We will, we definitely will. This is our last chance, Master." ]
[ Fujimaru Ritsuka (Type-Moon): "YYeah, Mash. I believe in my future self. We've been through so much this time, more challenging than anything we've faced before." ]
[ The Herta (Honkai: Star Rail): "After all, the opponent is what you all call the Primordial Goddess." ]
[ Tanya von Degurechaff (Youjo Senki): "The final attack, defeat this god." ]
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『 Meanwhile…
At this moment, the Primordial Goddess Tiamat was letting out a deafening roar, filled with unprecedented anger and unwillingness.
Her true power and intense killing intent were displayed before everyone at this moment, which was shocking.
Yes, even though the other party was a life form she had created herself and treated like a child for a long time, after the patience accumulated over long years reached its limit, even this Mother Goddess no longer hid her dissatisfaction, showing an extremely severe attitude.
Even though most of her power was restricted by the Underworld's seal and could not be fully unleashed, it could not stop this Goddess from erupting with her final energy to resist the shackles of fate.
And for the other manager responsible for guarding the Underworld, facing such a fierce attack, she was clearly unable to parry.
"Ugh…"
Ereshkigal finally completed her mission, persisting until the last moment despite a severe lack of magical energy, and slowly sat down on the ground.
Although exhausted, she did not give up hope, still silently guarding this land and the safety of all living things.
At this time, the power of the 'Reverse World' began to spread crazily due to the loss of Ereshkigal's artifact suppression.
When seeing the edge of the barrier that was almost within reach, the expression on Merlin's face instantly became extremely grave, which even surprised Artoria, another heroic figure watching the live broadcast from afar.
It must be known that the Magus of Flowers, who usually presented himself with a composed attitude, could maintain a calm mindset when facing any challenge and had never shown such a change in expression, which showed that the current situation was indeed at a critical juncture of life and death.
However, Artoria also knew the reason: after all, the opponent they were about to face was the Primordial Goddess Tiamat, who possessed infinite power and ancient wisdom…
At this critical moment of life and death, Merlin, who decided to go all out to seize the last chance, took a firm step forward, resolutely standing in front of Fujimaru Ritsuka and Mash.
"From the stars of the inner sea and the tower of insight..."
Merlin officially activated his Noble Phantasm for the first time since coming to this Singularity.
Accompanied by the passionate background music(Prover), countless small particles emitting soft pink hues gradually gathered at his feet, forming circles of gorgeous magic rings.
In an instant, countless tiny lights bloomed in the air simultaneously, weaving together into a beautiful and spectacular picture.
A huge magic circle with pink as the main tone slowly emerged, like a dream, covering the entire battlefield area.
Then, the powerful energy surging from it was controlled by Merlin alone—a special ability derived from nature yet transcending the natural world—Flower Magic.
Bits of brilliance swirled and danced around the caster, gently surrounding him like fine stardust.
"True name unleashed."
Following this, Merlin's incantation was like the dawn of daybreak, and Mash's body also gradually gathered the last thread of magic power within her.
This instantaneous transformation was as if all her strength had condensed together.
Now, she was like a flower bud about to bloom, gently closing her eyes as brilliant as purple gemstones, and her whole body emitted an unusual aura.
"I will stand on the seat of catastrophe."
And Mash, who had been guarding and waiting on the side, finally began the incantation of her own Noble Phantasm at this moment.
Every word, every syllable seemed filled with endless power, seemingly able to penetrate through all obstacles in this world.
They stood, one left and one right, beside the human savior known to all as the final hope—Fujimaru Ritsuka.
As intense light began to radiate from their bodies, the firmness and courage from within their hearts were invisibly passed on to Fujimaru Ritsuka at this moment.
It made his hands, originally clenched into fists, feel an unprecedented surge of power, while his eyes still held the determination to face the upcoming challenge, quietly watching the massive threat, Tiamat, inching closer.
"From the four corners of paradise, let them know: Their story is filled with blessings."
Merlin's voice echoed in the empty space, continuing to chant the final incantation.
Meanwhile, shockingly, a huge pink magic circle suddenly appeared in the air, releasing countless pink petals to dance around him, adding a unique and mysterious atmosphere to this upcoming great war.
At the same time, one could clearly see a stream of pure white brilliance slowly rising from the base of the staff in Merlin's hand, until it finally surrounded the staff, made of black, hard wood, appearing particularly striking.
Then, one after another, bright and beautiful flowers miraculously emerged from the once barren and desolate soil of the Underworld. They awakened and nourished this seemingly lifeless place in their own unique way, bringing infinite vitality to the entire scene.
Standing in such a vibrant environment, with a carpet of various flowers under his feet, a uniquely shaped and magnificent tower rose up in the middle, not only raising his height but also adding a unique charm to this land.
In such an instant, the entire Underworld seemed to have been reborn after receiving the purest baptism from heaven and earth.
Seeing such a beautiful scene, even someone as knowledgeable as Ereshkigal could not help but show an expression of surprise mixed with appreciation,
"These flowers bloom so beautifully…"
Realizing something important, Merlin revealed an even brighter and more charming smile.
"Only those free of sin may pass..."
As a true Magus of Flowers, he fully displayed his charm at this moment; the flowers at his feet bloomed outward from the center, making this place a vivid and distinct picture.
Compared to the Underworld that was in a state of deathly silence before, it had truly become lively and full of life.
Feeling the warm breeze, it blew across Merlin's gray-white robes.
At this moment, he stood on the high platform like a sage with endless knowledge, radiating an aura of freedom.
His posture was composed and steady, as if the whole world was in his grasp.
His handsome face seemed to let everyone feel that dashing and wise demeanor.
His eyes were deep and clear, seemingly able to see through everything in the world, making people feel awe in his presence involuntarily.
On the other side of Fujimaru Ritsuka, Mash, who had been keeping her eyes closed, seemed to feel the magic power surging from Merlin and suddenly opened her eyes.
Her eyes were full of surprise and alertness, clearly very sensitive to the changes around her.
At this moment, feeling her Master's final transfer of magic power, Mash's hand, which was gripping the great shield, instantly erupted with a violent burst of strength.
This power seemed to emerge from the depths of her heart, filling her with fighting spirit and courage.
That was… a continuous flow of power! This power not only came from herself but also contained the trust and support for her Master.
This feeling made her feel exceptionally firm; no matter how dangerous the road ahead was, she would forge ahead.
Without further words, Mash switched from holding the shield with one hand to holding it with both, and suddenly lifted the shield high in front of Tiamat.
The light on the shield flickered, as if foreshadowing how tragic the upcoming battle would be.
"That which heals all wounds and grudges, our glorious homeland."
Mash's words echoed passionately over the Underworld.
Her words were full of infinite longing for the future and the determination to win, which inspired her companions around her.
At this moment, the cyan-blue magic power also directly covered Mash's body, fully preparing for the upcoming great war.
Now, she needed to use her last bit of magic power to open up a path to victory for her Master.
Although she knew that the road ahead was full of difficulties and obstacles, she did not have the slightest hesitation or intention to retreat.
For Mash, protecting her comrades was the most important mission.
In just an instant, magic power erupted, causing the armor on Mash's body to churn.
With the surging magic power, the Spirit Origin Armor on Mash's body was constantly being perfected.
These changes made her look more majestic and powerful, fully displaying the demeanor that an excellent Servant should have.
Yes… At this moment, Mash was a Servant after a true Spirit Origin manifestation.
The aura she radiated moved the enemy and also gave her teammates confidence.
Humanity… had no way out, and Mash was well aware of this.
It was precisely because of this that she could not step back.
She understood that she was carrying the expectations and entrustment of countless people in this war, so fighting hard was the best way to repay them.
To defeat the Primordial Goddess Tiamat before her, so many people had already been lost—countless friends, and so many citizens of Uruk.
All these sacrifices needed to be remembered, and this hard-won peace defended with practical actions.
So… even if her power was too weak, she would absolutely stand in front of you, Tiamat! This was an inescapable responsibility as a guardian.
She would ensure that she became an insurmountable line of defense in the enemy's path.
At this moment, Mash was ready for the final preparation.
"Ha—!" A roar erupted from her mouth.
Through this roar, she concentrated all the strength in her body onto her arms.
Then, she saw her steadily lifting the huge shield with both hands. At this moment, she stood on the land of the Underworld like the most indestructible guardian.
"Manifest yourself!"
Feeling the approaching massive threat, even the Primordial Goddess, who was known as omnipotent, did not have the slightest slack.
Merlin and the others, who were already treated as true enemies, further stimulated the long-lost competitive spirit deep within the Goddess's heart.
The next move was her strongest technique, vowing to completely end the lives of all who dared to provoke her majesty. 』
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