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Chapter 6: Tempest's Dawn
The morning sun bathed the village in warm golden light. The once-crude settlement now stood with reinforced barricades, sharpened stakes, and trenches glistening with water—evidence of the brothers' efforts the night before.
Joshua stood at the edge of the village, adjusting to his new human form. His white hair shimmered under the sunlight, galaxy-red eyes scanning the horizon. His body felt... different—stronger, yet strangely fragile without his slime core as protection.
Rimuru stretched beside him, his azure hair tousled, golden eyes flickering with curiosity.
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[Great Sage: Human Form Adaptation – 67% Complete]
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"Hey, Great Sage... This human body feels weird. How long will it take to get used to it?" Rimuru asked internally.
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Joshua glanced at his brother.
"Talking to that voice in your head again?"
Rimuru grinned.
"You know it. Great Sage is pretty handy."
Joshua's galaxy-red eyes flickered, scanning the goblins repairing the barricades.
"We should name the Direwolves... they'll be stronger as part of Tempest."
Rimuru nodded.
"Alright... Let's get to it."
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The Tempest Wolves
The subdued Direwolves stood in a clearing outside the village. The Alpha, its black fur sleek and powerful, bowed its head before the brothers.
Joshua's streaks pulsed faintly as he approached.
"From this day forward... your name is Ranga."
The Alpha's body shimmered as magicules surged through it—its form growing larger, more powerful. The other wolves howled in unison, their loyalty cemented.
Rimuru named the others—forming a bond between man, monster, and beast.
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[Title Acquired: Tempest Alpha]
[Species Subclass: Tempest Wolf]
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Joshua's galaxy-red eyes flickered with satisfaction.
"Now... we're building something real."
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Foundations of Tempest
Over the next few days, the brothers led the goblins and Tempest Wolves in building stronger defenses. Joshua's strategic mind mapped out the village's layout, while Rimuru's magic created water systems and reinforced structures.
Joshua's Heavenly Appraisal allowed him to assess the goblins' hidden talents—assigning roles based on their potential.
Rigur led the warriors.
Kaijin oversaw crafting.
Rigurdo acted as the village chief.
Bit by bit, the village began to take shape.
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[System Notice: Village Establishment – Tempest Recognized]
[Population: 92]
[Founders: Rimuru Tempest, Joshua Tempest]
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Rimuru bounced beside Joshua, his golden eyes gleaming.
"We're really doing this..."
Joshua's streaks pulsed faintly.
"Yeah... Tempest is just beginning."
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End of Chapter 6
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