By the way, we are still in S1189. Cedric and Alfin have just been born, they are still babies.
I mixed up War God and Matteus. War God is another person, who I will not name. If you've played Crossbell you know who the War God is. Matteus is the Thunder God.
This chapter is mostly stats.
Don't forget those power stones!
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Before opening the closest bulletproof to see what that thud was, I decided to have a look at everyone else's statuses, beginning with Matteus Vander.
[Matteus Vander - Lv250/250
Age: ??? (Presumably late 30s)
Job: Swordsmaster
Title: Thunder God
Current head of the Vander school of swordsmanship. A very stern man, and is overprotective of his family. Those who get to know him become deeply attached, otherwise he is one who is easily misunderstood. Very strict while teaching others. Shows interest in teaching the Vander Style to Naoto. Also the bodyguard of Prince Eugent.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Silence, Bonds, Discipline
Mood: Grateful
Favorability: 50%]
[Victor Arseid - Lv250/250
Age: 28
Job: Swordsmaster
Title: Radiant Blademaster
Current head of the Arseid school of swordsmanship. Holds the rank of a Viscount and is the current lord of Legram. Victor hails as a descendant of the Eisenritter, the knights who protected Emperor Dreichels during the War of the Lions, specifically the second in command, Shion Arseid. To honor the leader of the Eisenritter, Lianne Sandlot, the name Arseid is passed down through generation after generation.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Peace, Laura, Principles
Mood: Worried, Curious
Favorability: 30%]
[Olaf Craig - Lv200/250
Age: ??? (Presumably 30s)
Job: Commander of the 4th Division
Title: Craig the Red
Commander of Erebonia's Imperial Military 4th Armored Division, known for its fierce firepower. Among the divisions, the Fourth Division is said to be the fiercest, often boasting the largest firepower of the whole military. As for Olaf, despite being the most intimidating General, he is rather easy going and cheerful. Overprotective of his newborn son, Elliot.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Riding on tanks, Elliot, Music
Mood: Cheerful, Serious
Favorability: 20%]
[Giliath Osborne Lv???/???
Age: 38
Job: Commander of the 5th Division
Title: ??? (A/N: What's a good title for Giliath before he becomes the Blood and Iron Chancellor?)
My Father. Currently married to Kasia Osborne. Father of two children. Me being one, while the other being Rean Osborne. Known for being a calculative man, Giliath quickly rose the ranks of the Imperial Military through his wits and decisive actions. He boasts great ambition and desires to become the next Chancellor of Erebonia. He is one to be feared, and rightfully so. There are very few who talk back at him.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Theory-crafting, politics, family
Mood: Gleeful
Favorability: 100%] (A/N:, what, did you think this would be 0%?)
[Carl Regnitz - Lv50/250
Age: 35
Job: Speaker of the Imperial Diet
Title: Coffee Lover
Currently the head Governor of the Heimdallr Imperial Diet. He cares for his family and despite being a commoner, others recognize him thanks to his hard work. He has gone through many reforms Erebonia sees today, but that comes at a price. Many of the nobles dislike Carl. Despite that, he is seen in a favorable light by both the Imperial Family and my father. He also has a son that was born recently, Machias Regnitz.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Coffee, Politics
Favorability: 15%]
[Mueller Vander - Lv75/250
Age: 15
Job: Prince Olivert's Bodyguard
Title: One with the Sword
Already having mastered the Vander style swordsmanship as a result of his Training from his father, Mueller Vander leads the current generation of his school as the bodyguard to the Imperial Family. His top and foremost priority is the safety of Prince Olivert. He also has a younger brother, Kurt Vander, and often likes to spar with him. As for Prince Olivert, Mueller finds himself reprimanding Prince Olivert a lot due to his playful nature.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Swords, Values
Mood: Annoyed
Favorability: 20%]
[Eugent Reise Arnor - lv150/250
Age: 31
Job: Crown Prince of Erebonia
Title: ???
Crown Prince to Erebonia's throne. He is set to become the next ruler of Erebonia. Many nobles strive for his attention to gain his favor. He has three children, two boys and one girl. His second son and first daughter have just been born. He holds ambition to lead Erebonia into an era of peace, despite the looming threat of war.
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: ???
Mood: Curious, Mournful
Favorability: 40%]
[Olivert Reise Arnor- lv100/250
Age: 12
Job: Commoner
Title: Bastard Prince
Olivert Reise Arnor, bastard son of the crown prince of Erebonia. Has a rather playful nature and often likes to tease his bodyguard, Mueller Vander. He anticipates becoming the next crown prince once his father receives the throne, but in truth, that will be in name only. He had only recently come to learn of his new younger siblings. He knows well the position of crown prince will be passed onto the legitimate heir. As such, he has no actual desire for the throne. Currently views me as a new brother?
Stats: ???
Skills: ???
Likes: Friendship, Marksmanship, Fooling Around
Mood: Cheerful, Mournful
Favorability: 80%]
Looks like that was the last of the status screens. I wanted to suck in a cold breath of air seeing all of these monsters present in one small area. I couldn't believe Prince Olivert's level either, I guess he truly was a monster? I wonder which one was more off a monster here, Prince Olivert being Level 100 at 12 years old, or Aurelia being Level 150 at 15 years old? There were varying degrees of Favorability as well. And it already reached 80% with Prince Olivert, guess he really hit it off with me in these couple of moments?
Either way, I would have to review all of this information at a later date, cause I need to see where that thud came from. And the moment I looked out of the window to see the car's roof, sure enough...
Roselia decided to show up out of the blue. That's just great, isn't It?
She does tend to do that a lot. Doesn't she? I could only let out a low groan seeing Roselia standing nonchalantly on the car's roof, ignoring the gun pointed at her.
Meanwhile, going back a few moments...
Eryn Village,
A rather lovely and mystical village, as if it came straight out of a fantasy world. It was a very secluded village as well. Not many homes could be seen, and yet visible Mana was present everywhere. It was very thick, one could cast spells with ease here. It was located deep within Isthmia Great Forest which was situated on the western half of Erebonia. The closest city that reached this forest was Saint-Arkh, which was ruled by one of the Great Houses, the Hyarm family. One leading figure of the Hyarms family was Patrick Hyarms, who would eventually get rather acquainted with Rean Schwarzer during their stay at Thors Military Academy.
But for now, this village lived in seclusion, away from the public populace. And for a good reason too. It was a hidden village, which housed the witches of the Hexen Clan. Isola, Vita, and Roselia were not the only witches who could be could be found here.
Plus this village had a special rule, no ins or outs. Unless permitted by the leader of the Hexen Clan, the Crimson Roselia. Those who go against her end up becoming wandering witches, just like Isola. But that didn't mean wandering witches could not re-enter this village. Roselia was a rather aloof person, so she would decide who to let in.
And at this moment, Roselia could be seen inside her rather spacious Atelier. This Atelier raised witch after witch, with Vita Clotilde being its most recent resident. Well, maybe not anymore? From the outside, a little figure could be seen running toward Roselia in a happy manner.
"Grandma! Let's go play!", The small voice said, but seemed to be very energetic as the small figure approached Roselia who was currently on the first floor. There was a rather strange device in the middle as well. From afar, it looked similar to a well but up close, it was actually a map of sorts, comprised of orbal energy and mana. This was the same spiritual map Roselia would assist Rean and others with to to pinpoint his allies in the later half of cold steel.
"Is that you, Emma?", Roselia said, turning away from what could be seen a virtual holographic panel of sorts, created purely out of mana. It was floating upwards a bit, and it was rather large. On the other end showed a rather peculiar crimson colored vehicle currently heading toward a large city...
"It is! Mama said you came back.", The little figure said, rushing into the first floor. Upon a closer look, it was a little girl who seemed to be no more than two years old. But she could already run and appeared very happy at this moment. She had plum-colored hair and was wearing a little pink robe. Further in the distance was another taller figure who was also arrived at Roselia's Atelier. This was of course Isola.
"Haha, I may be back for now my dear Emma. You remember what I said to you last time, didn't you?", Roselia asked, looking at the little girl who approached her and gave Roselia a hug. Hearing that, the little girl, came to a sudden halt, and tilted her head a bit. This two year old girl was of course none other than Emma Millstein.
"You mean you found a little brother!?", Emma replied excitedly.
"Why yes I did.", Roselia responded, patting Emma's head a bit to calm her excitement down. However, Isola showed a more shocked look.
"You seriously found an outsider proficient in learning Magic, mother?", Isola asked, surprised. "To think there would be people like that out there..."
"The world doesn't just revolve around us, Isola. There are still many mysteries out there that have yet to be solved. But for now, I have found my path.", Roselia answered Isola, which caused Isola shock once more.
"I feel you are not telling a joke this time.", Isola retorted.
"Umu. The next divine knight has been found. And the responsibility falls onto me to guide them in their Trials to come.", Roselia explained the situation to Isola.
"...!", Isola tried to respond, but her eyes remained wide.
As for Emma, she tried to follow Roselia and Isola, but could only remain confused unable to figure out what was going on. But she remained excited after hearing that she will be getting a new little brother. Or perhaps he would be the older sibling?