Legendary Hero is an Academy Honors Student - Chapter 691

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691.

“Indeed. The dispel technique doesn’t work?”

Gias stroked his chin.

The magic Leo had just used was a spell that Gias was also well familiar with.

During the Age of Calamity.

The magic that hunted countless Giant Demons.

It was Kail the Hero of the Beginning’s unique magic.

Giant Demons with their massive builds possessed overwhelming weight proportional to their enormous size.

The heavier something is, the more it’s affected by gravity.

Kail exploited this weakness, using gravity magic to hunt giants.

But it wasn’t simply magic that multiplied gravity.

Since Tartaros also knew of this weakness, countermeasures existed. When Giant Demons received gravity their bodies couldn’t handle, Erebos’s protection would activate.

The blessing of Calamity Flame bestowed upon Giant Demons.

As such, gravity magic at levels that would destroy the body shouldn’t normally work.

Yet the reason Giant Demons were hunted by Kail’s magic was because Kail’s mana characteristics destroyed Erebos’s protection.

Of course, it wasn’t magic that worked on all Giant Demons.

Powerful dark mana could resist the gravity.

Additionally, Giant Demons skilled in dark magic could counter the spell with dispel.

But without such countermeasures, they had no choice but to fall victim.

That’s why Gias had studied Kail’s magic for ages.

However, Kail had also continuously developed his magic since being revived in the present world.

That’s why Gias’s dispel magic didn’t work.

Of course, that didn’t make Gias’s research worthless.

The basic foundation of Leo’s magic was something Gias knew.

Then he just needed to modify the dispel technique to match the code.

‘Besides, continuously using such wide-area magic would be taxing.’

Perhaps for the Progenitor of the Starry Skies?

But the Hero of the Beginning had limits.

‘Especially if he hasn’t regained his past power yet.’

Gias’s eyes flashed.

He was still observing the battlefield situation from the rear.

Gias the Giant King.

He was a cautious Great Demon.

The complete opposite temperament from the belligerent Monster Queen Silatuna.

At first glance, he seemed similar to the Overlord King who enjoyed bringing down opponents with traps and schemes, but he was different.

Gias wouldn’t participate in battle unless he was certain.

He would simply observe the situation.

On this battlefield, Gias was confident he could defeat the Hero of the Beginning and Dweno.

But that didn’t mean he could charge in recklessly.

His opponents were none other than Great Heroes.

Those who had slain gods and thwarted the demons’ long-cherished wish.

Those who had made countless impossibilities possible.

Even if there were only two of them, extreme caution was necessary.

Moreover.

‘Where is that bastard Dweno?’

He couldn’t see Dweno, who could be considered the most troublesome enemy.

‘What are they scheming? Hero of the Beginning, Divine Blacksmith.’

They definitely had some scheme.

It was likely a trap targeting him.

They were certainly hiding somewhere, aiming for him.

‘Do you think I’ll fall for such a shallow trick?’

Even if the legion disappeared, it could be rebuilt.

But if he, the legion commander, fell, the legion would be finished.

Drain the prey’s strength.

And the moment he became certain of victory.

‘I’ll cut off your heads!’

Gias’s eyes flashed.

***

“A-Amazing! Black Rabbit!”

Arga raised both hands and hopped around.

“More and more, I wonder if you’re even human!”

“Is that a compliment or an insult?”

Leo glanced back and clicked his tongue.

But that was only momentary.

He focused on the Giant King’s legion.

He could feel the legion stirring.

Even they probably hadn’t expected such numbers to be swept away by a single large-scale area magic spell.

Especially since they were Giant Demons, famous for their high defensive capabilities, not just any demons.

But that reaction was only momentary.

The legion’s confusion was soon restored to order.

The legion that died instantly to Leo’s magic was only a small fraction.

Though an unexpected number had been taken out at once, that was all.

Firing such great magic repeatedly would be impossible unless you’re Luna.’

Much less possible for his current self.

‘Well, it doesn’t matter.’

After all, Leo’s target for instilling fear wasn’t the entire legion.

“Ahh…”

“Th-This magic is!”

Several demons fell into panic.

They were all high-ranking demons who could be considered the core of the Giant King’s legion, survivors from the Age of Calamity.

Just having such demons fall into confusion from fear made the previous magic effective.

Creating cracks in the legion’s solidarity, even temporarily.

That was Leo’s goal.

“Leo!”

Then Ennitha came running urgently.

“Where’s Dweno? I can’t see Dweno!”

“If you mean Dweno-nim, he went to get his weapon!”

“Weapon?”

“Yes!”

Arga showed unwavering faith.

“He’ll come soon.”

Leo also answered calmly.

“Get ready until Dweno comes. It’ll take quite some time for them to restore order from their confusion.”

“What? It was certainly impressive magic, but… for the legion to fall into that much confusion…”

Now it was time to exploit the cracks that had formed.

“I’m going to stir things up from now on.”

“What do you mean?”

“Ar, follow me.”

“Huh? Got it!”

When Leo jumped outside the city wall without hesitation, Ar followed behind him.

“What?!”

Ennitha exclaimed in shock as she looked down below the city wall where the two had jumped.

Leo, who had been falling below the city wall, kicked off the wall.

Using that recoil, Leo charged straight toward the legion.

Krheooooooooong!

A howling burst from Ar’s mouth as she followed behind him.

The transformed Ar also kicked off the city wall and ran forward.

“What kind of crazy kids are they?!”

No matter how confident they were in their skills, charging toward a legion!

Being fearless should have limits.

“To save the world, do you really need to be that insane…? No! That cat isn’t even… what the hell is she!”

A warrior of Isvaldi approached Ennitha, who wore an expression of disbelief.

“Lady Ennitha! We need to provide support quickly…!”

“…No.”

“Pardon?”

“They didn’t ask for help. If the two of them went together, they must have a plan.”

“B-but!”

“Let’s trust them.”

Ennitha said while watching Leo and Ar.

“Just as we trust Dweno. Let’s trust that person.”

Dweno also trusted Leo.

Then they too should believe.

“Everyone prepare for defense.”

“Yes!”

The warriors of Isvaldi moved busily.

Ennitha, who was commanding the warriors, spotted a dwarf boy operating defensive equipment and spoke.

“Dit.”

“Yes! Lady Ennitha!”

Dit hurried over.

“Watch Leo carefully.”

“Huh? I’m already watching him…”

“That boy… was able to save his life on the battlefield countless times thanks to the equipment your father made.”

“What?”

Dit’s eyes widened.

“You remember your father saying he wanted to help save this world even a little, right?”

“…Yes.”

Watching Dit clench his fists, Ennitha patted his head and smiled.

“I’ll tell you, Dit. Your father… is someone who saved the life of a hero who will save the world.”

“What? Save the world?”

“Yes, that’s why I’m telling you to watch.”

Ennitha looked toward Leo.

“Because this is the battle of the man who will save this world.”

***

Whoooosh-!

Leo sprinted at tremendous speed.

The Giant King’s legion was clearly visible from atop the fortress walls.

But that was only because they were giant demons that could be seen.

In reality, there was considerable distance between the walls and the legion.

But making that distance meaningless, Leo instantly closed the gap with the legion.

“Fiora, Kirran, Ati.”

Woong-!

The three spirit beasts responded to Leo’s call.

It wasn’t summoning.

Their blessings settled upon Leo’s body.

Whoooosh-

Crackle!

Woong!

“Ooooh!”

Arga made a surprised expression.

Divine Blacksmith.

Phoenix flames and Pegasus lightning settled on the gauntlets and greaves that Dweno had made.

A barrier also settled on Ar’s body.

The same was true for Leo.

His sword tip, feet, and body were protected by the spirit beasts’ power.

That wasn’t the end.

Runic words flowed from Leo’s mouth.

Star magic surged and breathed vitality into him.

The spirit beasts’ blessings and star magic enhancement gave him strength.

“This is amazing!”

Arga’s eyes lit up as he looked at his own fists.

“Activate your super senses! Cover me!”

“Leave it to me! Black Rabbit!”

Arga grinned and positioned himself behind Leo.

Whoosh-

Kwagagagagagang!

A crimson flame blade bisected the leading Gigantes.

“Grwooooooooo!”

Leaving behind the Gigantes screaming in agony, Leo slashed down another giant demon beast beside it.

“Graaaaaaak!”

He wasn’t heading for the center of the legion.

Like peeling fruit skin.

He slashed through the outer legion, blocking the legion’s advance.

Leo’s super senses eliminated blind spots.

Of course, even if his super senses detected all attacks threatening him, he couldn’t block every attack focused on him.

But Leo wasn’t alone.

He had one companion watching his back.

“Uryaaaaa!”

Kwang-!

Arga kicked away a massive crossbow bolt aimed at Leo’s back.

A vicious and enormous arrow like a ballista bolt.

As the deflected arrow spun around with a whirring sound, Arga kicked its direction and sent it flying toward the giant demon who had shot it.

Thunk-!

“Gurk?!”

The giant demon with his forehead pierced let out a death cry and collapsed.

Ar bent her knees while looking at other approaching Gigantes.

Whoooosh-! Crackle-!

Flames and lightning swirled around her fingertips and toes.

Ar’s flame-imbued claws mercilessly tore through the Gigantes unit, burning enemies.

Ar’s feet ruthlessly burst enemies’ heads and roasted them.

Ar’s ears twitched restlessly without pause.

The movements that entered the realm of supersensory perception became even sharper.

‘The attacks are concentrated on the Black Rabbit, so I can see the enemies’ movements clearly!’

One step, two steps.

Drawing closer to the realm of supersensory perception.

The more he fought, the deeper he fell into a state of selfless absorption.

‘This guy.’

Leo’s eyes widened at the movement he felt from Ar behind him.

‘She’s growing, isn’t she?’

It seemed to increasingly remind him of someone’s movements.

She was becoming more like someone who always gave him courage.

The moment Leo put more strength into his fist gripping the sword.

Whoosh—!

A massive sword suddenly revealed itself before his eyes.

‘They penetrated my blind spot?’

It was an attack from outside the realm of supersensory perception.

Leo raised his head.

‘Giant Knight Legion.’

As Leo prepared for the impact.

“Where do you think you’re going!”

Crash—!

“Ar?”

Ar had reached the area that Leo’s supersensory perception couldn’t react to.

Thud—!

“As long as I’m here, you can’t touch even a hair on the Black Rabbit!”

Excited, Ar snorted with a huff!

“Impressive indeed.”

Then someone appeared in the air with a smile.

“Nareda.”

“It’s been a while, Hero of the Beginning Kail. You’re raising quite a fearsome pet cat.”

“Who are you calling a pet cat right now!”

Ar glared and growled.

“I’ll tear you to shreds!”

Ar, who had been clenching her fists with a murderous expression, suddenly turned to look at Leo with a whoosh!

“Huh? Hero of the Beginning?”

At Ar’s shocked reaction, Leo spoke.

“Your tricks have improved over 5,000 years.”

“Heh, thanks to that one skill, I’ve been able to preserve my life until now.”

Leo narrowed his eyes as he watched Nareda bow politely.

“Your master’s cowardly nature seems unchanged.”

“Please refrain from such rude remarks. He is simply being cautious. He sees through your cunning traps.”

“A trap…”

Leo curled up the corner of his mouth.

“I’d be grateful if you think of it that way.”

***

‘…Why? Why won’t you show yourself, Dweno.’

Giant King Gias’s face contorted.

The Hero of the Beginning had charged forward.

Then Dweno, called the strongest shield, should have taken the lead.

The role of the brat called the Hero’s successor was originally what the Hero or Hero of the Beginning should do.

But Dweno’s role was being played by Leo.

The Hero’s role was being played by a fledgling who had just started taking his first steps.

‘A half-hearted imitation of Dweno. It’s a trap.’

When he first saw that sight, Gias had scoffed.

It was definitely a shallow trap they had set.

But now he felt something was strange.

Gias’s face contorted.

‘Could it be… Dweno isn’t on this battlefield? No! That can’t be!’

Giant King Gias knew Dweno better than anyone.

Gias’s eyes bulged.

‘What exactly are you scheming! Kail! Dweno!’

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