“Asmodeus… you knew she was alive, didn’t you?”
With gritted teeth, the wife questions the carefree Asmodeus who appears to be unaffected finding out the oracle is still alive. This should be huge news, right? Unless soone who also knows the future saw this already…
Still around the roaring campfire with the jungle behind us, the hunt for Zeus can wait a little longer, right? This seems important.
“Dark one, this is sothing I would toy with. You’re mistaken… she died long ago”
‘Sothing isn’t adding up. He speaks the truth yet I feel like there’s sothing he’s not revealing’
“That was her Asmodeus, you wouldn’t rember that stench she puts out. There’s no doubt about it… she’s alive”
“Heh. If that’s what you truly believe dark one, then why would she appear now? What use does it serve?”
“You saw the situation; she’s ended up captured. For what reason, maybe you might know?”
“Heh, you’re just like sister with this. I don’t see everything dark one, your guess is as good as mine…”
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Right when Petra and Asmodeus are discussing the fabled oracle, Aesa decides she has to intervene? Just let be nosey goddamn it!
‘Shhh Aesa, I want to listen’
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‘But this is the stuff I live for! Oh, whatever. Just tell what you want’
Already knowing I’m being an insensitive arse; I love my wife and all and wish her no pain but you can’t say to her troubled life isn’t interesting. Maybe for her own sake, it would be better not to listen in on this. I don’t think I’m missing out on anything too important just yet.
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‘Oh right, forgot that so dungeons give out rewards. That’s… kinda niche, isn’t it?’
A very long ti ago, a conversation with that stupid prince and the evil mage cos to mind. They warned us all so long ago that dungeons aren’t mostly worthless, so much so the empire knew the locations of so many but never bothered completing them. If it wasn’t for phoenix DNA, these rewards wouldn’t be available to any of us.
With this ability… is it actually good? Sure, I know I have so useless ones already, but only receiving half of what a sacrificial lamb purchase cost? Although… exchanging so useless dungeon abilities sounds good though. Also, swear I’ve already exchanged an ability before. Think it was Athena’s dungeon under construction if I recall.
“Heya, outta curiosity, did the rest of you get anything from that dungeon? Or is it just again?”
Whatever Petra and the demonic dickhead were in the middle of discussing, nothing matters or exists unless I can see hear it with my own eyes or ears! I’m joking of course, it is mad that there are people who think like that though. Might co off as rude but this seems like sothing I should know.
“No Ikarus”
“Uh huh, I didn’t too”
“Funny you should say that orangey. I did get so shit, not from the dungeon though. That red coloured moron decided to give his abilities. Like, what the fuck am I going to do with shields and spears!?”
‘Ah Zeki, the gift that keeps on giving. Let’s hope he decides to use them because without invulnerability, they may have cut in half’
“Thanks Dermakvar… I’m not mistaken. It had to be her”
(Asmodeus) “Hmm, maybe you’re right dark one… my mory and my scent were lost long ago. I will never forget that dead stare she had though”
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And once again, Aesa won’t allow to listen in! Eavesdropping is not sothing you can teach to drop, especially when I’m still alongside the freaking wife!
‘Even father gets to join in on their conversation? Aesaaa! Why are you so an to !? What, are your knickers in a twist or sothing?’
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Ahhh, that’s what this is, a cry for help. My second wife wants to compete with the first. She’s so going to install that suicide package soday if I keep this up…
I can see her point though. I always delay system stuff and considering we should get back to hunting Zeus again soon, it makes sense not to delay this. Still a little rude for keeping from the wife though…
‘Okay then, let’s get to exchanging so abilities’
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---This took longer than I care to admit lol. The tables are brilliant for system stuff on this site. This is nothing compared to what I’ve prepared for my next story.
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[SUB-SYSTEM ABILITIES]
[Na] [Chronological Order]
[Basic Effect]
[Cooldown/Other]
[Contract Killer]
[10% of humanoid enemy given as EXP]
[Redundant, max level obtained]
[Sacrificial Lamb] [Lamb OG]
[5000 points for ability]
[20/20 purchases exhausted]
[Subspace] [Upgraded]
[Storage space of 4 phoenixes, 16 tonnes]
[∞]
[Frost Walker]
[50% frost magic resistance, water magic included]
[∞]
[Undead Fiend] [Upgraded]
[Invisibility indefinitely] [15 mins when attacking]
[24 hours] [15 mins when attacking]
[Aspect of Gigantomachy] [Upgraded]
[100,000 damage, body modifier aka B.R.E.A.S.T.S]
[24 hours]
[Kallikantzaros Killer]
[25% damage to goblin enemies]
[Exchanged previously]
[Blessing of Typhon]
[10% damage to monster type enemies]
[∞]
[Magma Walker] [Lamb]
[Walkable lava lake, burns everything else]
[24 hours]
[Plot Protection] [Lamb] [Upgraded]
[Invulnerability 10 mins] [Reflects damage]
[24 hours]
[Burning Hellfire] [Lamb]
[Nuke like explosion but ONLY fire]
[24 hours]
[Doppelganger] [Lamb] [Upgraded]
[Creatable clone] [Fixes other systems]
[∞]
[Immortality]
[Stops ageing]
[∞]
[Winged Brethren] [Lamb]
[Change into ANY winged creature]
[∞]
[Sun Kiss] [Lamb]
[Piecing God rays from skies]
[24 hours]
[Raining Napalm] [Lamb]
[Napalm airstrike attack, rain ignites]
[24 hours]
[Admin Privileges] [Lamb] [Upgraded]
[Teleport to previous locations]
[5 seconds]
[Lovers Embrace]
[EXP obtained from sexual encounters]
[Redundant, max level obtained]
[Goblin Superiority]
[10% damage to other species]
[∞]
[Friendly Fire] [Lamb]
[Attacks based on intent]
[∞]
[Phoenix Rebirth] [Lamb] [Cooldown]
[Rebirth from ashes]
[500 years] [494 years remaining]
[Furnace Leveller] [Lamb] [Upgraded]
[Burns away lower target's level] [Or higher if under 25% health]
[24 hours]
[Self-Sacrifice] [Lamb]
[Lowers targets HP to 1 but also user’s for an entire week]
[1 week]
[Fated Consequences]
[Exchange abilities for points: 25,000]
[∞]
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‘Damn Aesa, my eyes! They burn’
My entire FOV is being covered by what Aesa has created! I an, it’s a nice reminder of seeing everything that I’ve gained throughout our adventures, just there’s a lot of abilities there.
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‘Relax sister, I like what you’ve done’
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Oh right, can never forget just how tsundere Aesa gets with nas and nicknas. What’s the problem with being called sister anyways? We look like twins and it’s not like I use it when we’re doing… well, you know what. That whole being attracted to your sister thing, especially the step sibling stuff, I don’t get it. Identical twins make more sense cause it’s like looking at yourself… just shut up Ikarus and stop! Incest is not wincest.
‘Damn Aesa, you’re actually asking to call you my wife now? You’ve finally fallen for the acquired taste that is a little Ikarus loving?’
From constant bickering to mutual acquaintances and now being my side hussy, I’ve finally got the robotic wife to admit she likes being the robotic wife! The day we finally beco a harem is upon us! I don’t like harems in particular but this one can work.
“Yo Petra, you’ll never guess who’s admitted to actually liking ? I’ll give you a hint… her na begins with an A and ends with… well, another A”
“Heh, keep winding her up Ikarus and it will backfire soday”
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‘Fine fine, I’ll leave you be. What’s the deal with the crossed-out abilities though? Is it possible to exchange them?’
Looking back towards the ability page, I’m referring to contract killer and lover’s embrace. I’m doubtful I can exchange anything that’s been exhausted like sacrificial lamb, or kallikantzaros killer because that was already exchanged.
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‘Oh right, still had so points from before. I’ve got an idea here, let’s get rid of blessing of Typhon and maybe… self-sacrifice’
As you can see, that blessing increases damage to all monster type enemies. It sounds good and all but I reckon I can upgrade sothing else that counteracts the loss.
The decision to get rid of self-sacrifice cos down to the fact when I first got the ability. I’m pretty sure I promised Petra I’d never use it. Even if best case scenario it works and I survive the battle, I’d still have to survive an entire week with one HP. It’s not worth it.
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‘Goblin superiority, raining napalm… and fuck it. It makes sense to fully embrace the chaos at this point’
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All I wanted to do was see supernova if it was upgraded but nooo, once again, getting overruled by the robotic wife. To be fair… seems pointless destroying Zeus if we end up blowing up the world in the process as well.
‘Then, let’s leave the last just in case sothing cos up’
I’m not going to tempt fate but if let’s say there’s a situation where I’ve used a revive and maybe upgrading it could destroy the cooldown, then that’s what I’ll do. This, unlike usual, is a completely logical reason why I should save the last upgrade. Besides, how many pure destruction abilities do I even need?
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Spoiler
[Na] [Chronological Order]
[Basic Effect]
[Cooldown/Other]
[Contract Killer]
[10% of humanoid enemy given as EXP]
[Exchanged]
[Lovers Embrace]
[EXP obtained from sexual encounters]
[Exchanged]
[Blessing of Typhon]
[10% damage to monster type enemies]
[Exchanged]
[Self-Sacrifice]
[Lowers targets HP to 1 but also user’s]
[Exchanged]
[Goblin Superiority] [Upgraded]
[25% damage to other species]
[∞]
[Raining Napalm] [Lamb] [Upgraded]
[Napalm airstrike attack, has a secondary explosive effect]
[24 hours]
[collapse]
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Now having done the business with the robotic wife, it’s ti to get back to the phoenix one. Minus the fact her conversation with Asmodeus seems over, I can’t help but want to know if I’ve missed anything noteworthy.
“Okay, I’m done with Aesa. Spill the beans Petra, what I miss about the oracle?”
“Heh, long story short Ikarus, Asmodeus still doesn’t believe it isn’t her while and your father do. You haven’t missed much”
“She would’ve said sothing, dark one, if it were her. The oracle was never one for keeping quiet”
Seeing the three of them in a roundabout when it cos to this conversation, this calls for an obnoxious phoenix to change the topic! No, I’m not talking about Zeki, I’ll do anything to keep my wife’s mind off depressing stuff. Her mother was an abusive bitch anyways.
“So… what happens next Mr Know it All? Where are we heading?”
“Heh, my part is almost up sister. On this, I’m not sure. The further into the future we go, the less I know. I’ve still got an image of the final battle in my head, but where it takes place, your guess is as good as mine”
…
Unfortunately, I can’t help but get worked up and concerned when the guy famous for knowing the future is now useless. It’s not even like he’s being depressed about it, like so future that has gone past the normal flow. That sa ol’annoying grin adorns his face.
(Ikarus) “You’re kidding… right? No, you’re being serious… then what’s even the point of you being here anymore?”
(Zeki) “Erk, what the fuck? Does that an we can kill him yet?”
(Ariza) “Uh, no Zeki. He’s done so bad things and all, but I don’t think we need to do that”
(Nathan) “Defeating father was never going to be easy. Was the demon even that helpful anyways?”
(Charlotte) “I… erm, think he is Nat? We haven’t spent that much ti with him though”
(Dermakvar)
I know I’m sounding a little like Zeki saying sothing like that, but knowing the future is all this annoying demon is good at! I guess he can provide a tiny amount of support during combat… and is good at poisoning a world or two. We’re looking to save the world, not plunge another into darkness and death.
“Heh, appreciate the confidence sister. I can point us to soone who may know though. Down here in this world, there are two Gods that know the one who rules all better than his own wife at tis. We’ll just need to quickly visit a place you’ve been a few tis already…”
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Back in the dwarven throne room, deep inside the mountainous kingdom, we’re let in by the guards and find two residents dwelling within the cave. One of which is quite the looker… heh.
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(Nathan) “Oh Plutus… how the mighty have fallen”
(Petra) “Heh, don’t do the cri if you can’t do the ti. I’ve got a feeling who might be responsible for this”
(Charlotte) “Doesn’t he look cute though? I think you’d look cute in that as well Nat”
‘Heh… another blush from the manly knight. We may be seeing Natty appearing again soday if Lotte plays her cards right’
(Zeki) “Erk, in what world is she a he? Please, that money God you told us about isn’t a he!”
(Ariza) “Uh… Zeki? The pot calling the kettle black?”
(Zeki) “I have no clue what that ans brother! What, did orangey tell you so British thing?”
It’s funny really, all of us focus on the angered Plutus and barely pay the slightest attention to the five-year older Denver. The kid leader dwarf has grown into a broader fra than before, roughly sa height… is that stubble on his face? He may finally be growing a beard! Good for him.
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“Wait… I’m confused? Plutus is a dude, right? Isn’t this a bit juvenile?”
I an, I’m all for the gender bending shenanigans. Does he look happy though? It’s not like with and Zeki who adamantly deny we like girly things but sohow still glow when weird shit happens. Plutus looks like he wants to jump off a cliff.
Getting up from the throne to lend a hand to the stewing maid, Denver can help but shake his head over the whole thing as well. I guess even he isn’t too proud of whatever is going on.
“He is Ikarus… Athena deed it a suitable punishnt for excessive greed. Be thankful she’s out, this is ta for what she’s done in the past. Never, ever, EVER… piss off soone related to the art of wisdom”
And expecting the worst, I can’t help but glance towards Petra who tilts her head and shows the most innocent smile she can muster. Yeah wife, I’m onto you. You’re not getting any ideas from the won’s mantle you’ve taken. That maid costu is pretty cute though… no Ikarus. Don’t let her grin corrupt you! She’s using Ariza’s mind control; I just know it!
“M-Master Denver, could I m-maybe take a break to readjust sothing quickly?”
“I’ve already told you to drop that formal shit when sister isn’t around Plutus, do what you want. I just said, she’s out. Don’t worry about her turning up early because she’s not back till tomorrow”
“Freaking malaka! In what world did I deserve a punishnt like this!? Just because I like money doesn’t an I should have to work with the scourge like everybody else!”
“I’ll put in a good word and see if she’ll reduce it down from ten years Plutus… don’t think she’ll bite though. Just be grateful she didn’t go down the dusa route this ti around”
“Malaka… at least she got to rob and steal gold from adventurers for a while till that Perseus ca along. This isn’t even the worst part… the stuff I’ve got on underneath would put a princess to sha…”
Moving to a different room, the raging maid can still be heard muttering the word malaka under his breath while Denver pours himself a glass of water. As for the underneath comnt, I bet he’s got the frilliest and pinkest underwear in existence! Thank the outer Gods I’ve always been a practitioner of the art commando-ism. Even Petra wouldn’t try… well, she might if humping is involved. Put a sock in it Ikarus!
“Anyways, what brings you around to our parts? Last I heard, your islands fared well against the onslaught?”
‘Of course, this guy would know the news already. When all the fighting is done, we really should make a spy organization of our own. That must be how he gets information’
(Petra) “Zeus and Hera… where are they?”
“Wait… you lot don’t know? Weren’t things supposed to end in that giant morial place?”
In the middle of pouring himself a drink, he fumbles and spills half the bloody thing. Serves him right I guess, it would’ve been nice to be offered a glass. Not like water is even that good anyways.
(Asmodeus) “Heh, already done that, God of smithing. They both fled and the dungeon exploded before we had the chance to really act”
“Oh shit, this is bad, this is really bad. At least with that dungeon, they had sowhere to keep distracted”
I’m not sure if I’ve ever seen Hephaestus stressed but in this very mont, the teenage God of the dwarves looks like he’s just received the worst new imaginable. Even with the whole volcano fiasco we went though, that seems like nothing compared to this.
(Petra) “What’s the problem Denver?”
(Denver) “It’s complicated Petra… fucking smiling demon! You know exactly what the problem is!”
(Asmodeus) “Heh, I honestly can’t say if it’s that or not. I guess we’ll just have to wait and see”
Pausing, and then hurrying over to the study, Denver grabs a stack of papers only to drop them all over the floor. His mind really is in a twist.
“Return to in the morning and I’ll see if I can find where it was. By then, the entire dwarven army should be able to provide assistance if they are where I’m thinking… although. It may be too late”
Of course, all of us seem who aren’t mad seem concerned and I can’t help but try to stop the distracted God. Context is key people!
(Ikarus) “Hang on, hang on, what’s the big deal? You’re going to send out the entire army?”
“Plutus! I’ve got sothing more pressing for you than cleaning the toilet, give a hand with this”
“That bitch malaka will kill if I don’t make this spotless though. She said it needs to be clean enough to eat off… she’s not actually going to make do that again, is she?”
“Forget it, we’ll all be dead if you don’t help right now”
Instead of getting a response, Denver practically screams to his maid and joins him in the bathroom, dragging him out by the ear and now going into the study together. I guess we’ll have to wait and find out what’s so important tomorrow.
Unless… maybe a certain know it all has an idea? Petra beats to the chase this ti around…
“Asmodeus… what’s it this?”
“Heh, look dark one, this is sothing better seen rather than explained. We’ll all return here tomorrow and prepare for a fight. Find so way of making tonight morable because tomorrow may be our last…”
And leaving to go join the other two guys in the small study, are things that hectic we haven’t got ti for a quick conversation? At least tell us what to plan for!? Is this the final battle with Zeus and Hera?
‘Why the hell have things turned out this ominous? What are we to do now…’
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