DanMachi: Starting with a Sword Soul Template

Chapter 117: The War Game Begins! Who Is the Real Challenger?

The ability score improvement brought by the super high-intensity Dungeon training, only his magic stat had yet to touch the SS-rank threshold. Liam's gaze swept over it roughly.

He could only say that the effort put in was well worth the reward!

If he wanted to be safer, he could use the great feat of "killing the floor lord Goliath" to sublimate his adventurer level to Lv3.

Leveling the playing field with Hyakinthos's level.

In the War Game, this could, as much as possible, compensate for the disadvantage in numbers.

"I feel..."

"I can still continue to settle."

If there was a real weak point, it would probably be the magic stat part.

After all, his Strength, Endurance, Agility, and Dexterity stats had already accumulated to an extremely large value. If one were to calculate the comprehensive total.

He estimated it could match the stats of a Level 3 Ais Wallenstein!

Having the conditions to reach the limit, Liam certainly wouldn't let the Apollo Familia disrupt his plans. He cast his gaze towards Hestia.

Consider it a promise regarding the outcome.

He said with a relaxed smile, "I estimate that after this War Game ends, my ability scores should be able to reach their limit, right?"

"When the time comes, I'll still need to trouble Lady Hestia to help me update my status."

"With all stats in place, I can just happen to use the great feat of killing the floor lord Goliath to undergo a level sublimation."

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Making a promise for the future with such conviction, all sorts of beautiful plans…

Made the worries deep in Hestia's heart all disappear. She hadn't thought about the specific changes in her life after winning the War Game.

But she knew.

A future without Liam was not the future she wanted!

"Leave this matter to me. But even though that's the case, we still need to make the necessary preparations."

"Hmm?"

"I know a place."

"The Dian Cecht Familia. The panacea created by that Amid-kun will definitely come in handy during the arena battle."

Without giving Liam a chance to refuse.

Clapping her hands, she jumped off the bed. The young woman stood up straight, but ignored the restraint of universal gravitation on her proud figure.

Amid's panacea.

Liam, of course, knew about it. After all, it was a medicine created by the so-called "Saint of the Battlefield." It couldn't bring the dead back to life.

But it could also greatly restore physical injuries.

Being able to be equipped with some was certainly a plus. It was just that looking at Hestia, then at this slightly shabby basement home.

"I hear it's very expensive…"

"Don't we still have the earnings from the compulsory Familia expedition?"

The young woman was puzzled.

Working part-time at her close friend Hephaestus's weapon shop was to repay the money borrowed to hire the Takemikazuchi Familia to participate as supporters.

Apart from a lunch, there was no other remuneration.

Hestia knew she had absolutely no reason to touch this fruit of labor, but it did involve a War Game!

"...Not right now."

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Hestia's slender brow furrowed slightly. She cast her gaze towards Lili, who was waiting at the stairs in the distance, her eyes filled with inquiry.

Facing the goddess's gaze.

Lili quickly stood up, first looking at Liam. Seeing him nod lightly, she then explained in a stammering tone.

"It's just..."

"Thinking that if we lose the War Game, all our assets will become the property of the Apollo Familia, I wanted to go for something big."

"Hmm?"

Hestia suddenly had an ominous premonition.

Sensing the atmosphere was not right, not wanting to lie in front of the goddess, Lili added, "The odds on Liam were the highest at the casino."

"To earn some money, I bet the remaining two million Valis on him."

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The corner of Hestia's mouth couldn't help but twitch slightly. If this was Lili's idea, she could only say her initial impression was not wrong.

To be able to involve Liam in the Soma Familia destruction incident, she was definitely not an easy character…

To take all their assets and gamble them away.

Now she couldn't even take out the Valis to prepare the "panacea" for Liam!

But before she could speak, she noticed Lili's gaze unconsciously glance at Liam. She felt she couldn't be so arbitrary.

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Hestia's lip twitched slightly. She cast her gaze towards Liam, especially his action of rubbing the bridge of his nose. She asked tentatively.

"Was this your idea?"

"You could say that."

At this point, Liam didn't hide it, nodding lightly, "As long as we win, we can probably get two hundred million Valis."

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"At the very least, for a short period of time, we won't have to worry about the Familia's funds…"

There was no expected reprimand. The young woman just reached out and lightly patted Liam's shoulder, swallowing the words she wanted to say.

Her eyelids twitched lightly.

"Great!"

"As expected of Liam-kun, you can even make money this way…"

And Mikoto, who had been watching the whole time, only knowing that "the Apollo Familia initiated a War Game," her pretty face fell into a brief, deep thought…

Maybe I should also ask Lord Takemikazuchi to go to the casino and try a bet?

She had confidence in Liam's strength. If the odds were really high, maybe the Familia's economic problems could be alleviated!

She still didn't know the extent of Liam's ability scores.

But the truth of everything would be revealed in tomorrow's War Game. An arena battle that required no intervention from her…

"Still have to prepare a little, right?"

"Maybe I can alleviate some pressure for Liam…"

Not feeling any pressure, Mikoto, who had found her own path, was now incomparably looking forward to tomorrow's arrival!

Without continuing the Dungeon exploration, the War Game was tomorrow morning. He had to adjust his state.

This was better than all preparations.

As for dinner, with the Familia's economy completely collapsed, it was still Lili who went to the restaurant to pack it.

The confidence brought by his stats and the Sword Soul class meant that the eve of the War Game was not as agonizing as one might imagine.

Fill his stomach.

A simple wash-up.

He prepared the two First-Grade armaments he had borrowed from the Hephaestus weapon shop for the battle.

As for the defensive armor, it was, of course, the set sponsored by Miss Eina from the Guild during the compulsory Familia expedition.

"That's about it."

Filled with yearning for the War Game, Liam quickly went to rest.

The person involved had no reaction. On the contrary, upon learning the War Game was an "Arena Battle," Orario was completely abuzz.

The tickets for the circular arena had long been sold out.

Even the profession of "scalper," selling tickets at high prices, was born. The Grand Casino's super-high odds, the miracle created by Liam…

And the seemingly unbeatable Apollo Familia.

Even if there was no suspense, it still made the adventurers of Orario flock to it, focusing on tomorrow morning's carnival feast!

Emotions could not be transmitted.

At least, Hestia felt this group of people was very noisy. She really couldn't just sit by and watch. With no money, the only one she could seek help from.

Was her close friend, Hephaestus.

Arriving at her close friend's mansion, still hesitating how to knock, the butler, who had been waiting in advance, led Hestia to the office.

Looking at the back of the figure gazing alone at the night view of Orario.

Before Hestia could speak, Hephaestus spoke in a mature, magnetic tone, "You again, coming to me to borrow money?"

"That's right."

Throwing away her non-existent face, Hestia's expression was grave.

She took a deep breath and explained its purpose, "I want to buy the Dian Cecht Familia's panacea, but I really don't have the money."

"Before the War Game, I hope I can do something for him."

"I knew you would come to me."

The tall figure's tone was full of helplessness. Her颯爽 (dashing/valiant) figure slowly turned around. Hephaestus, holding a wine glass, had a playful look in her eyes.

She hadn't been monitoring Hestia. It was mainly that she couldn't think of anyone else who could help this one…

For Liam.

And the War Game starting tomorrow, she was also filled with anticipation. Perhaps this unexpected child could still create a miracle.

"Even if you have money now, it's impossible to buy the panacea…" "It's probably already been bought out by the Loki Familia, who has started their expedition. You have to make a reservation with the Dian Cecht Familia in advance."

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"I will try my best to find a way."

The young woman stood her ground stubbornly.

As for Hestia's so-called "finding a way," how could Hephaestus not know? It was nothing more than a dogeza.

But after all, she was a god, and a close friend in every sense.

She waved her hand helplessly, finally taking out a wooden box from the table. Compared to her helpful attitude in the past, this time it was her own initiative.

"Forget it."

"This is also one of the few ways I can help."

After all.

On Liam, perhaps one could really see a miracle!

Hephaestus waved her hand to see her guest out, not forgetting to explain, "These are panaceas the Familia ordered before."

"We don't need them for now."

"If that guy of yours wants to repay the money for the medicine, then no matter what, he has to win this War Game!"

Many words of thanks, Hestia found it awkward to say.

Looking at her close friend Hephaestus, also having been subtly changed by Liam, she clenched her fists and said, "We will win."

Early morning.

Also the day of the War Game.

All the Lv2 adventurers of the Apollo Familia stood by, ready. Daphne and Cassandra were, of course, among them.

With the god's mobilization.

And regarding "Sword Soul" Liam Moon, this super rookie, many adventurers wanted to take the edge off this new adventurer.

"It's about time to set off…"

Her relationship with her Familia members wasn't particularly good, and as a perpetrator, Daphne's mood at this moment was full of complexity.

She looked at her close friend Cassandra beside her.

Still that... sleepy, fear-filled look.

Her standpoint was with the Apollo Familia. At this time, Daphne couldn't say anything discouraging. She just joked, "Had a nightmare again?"

"What was it about this time…"

"Same as last time."

"No difference at all."

The collapse of the castle, and the building... also gave Cassandra an inexplicably familiar feeling. This was definitely an ominous premonition.

If possible.

She really didn't want to participate in this War Game.

"Relax. You know this is an arena battle. Even if his individual strength is strong, as long as we formulate a battle strategy."

"We can use a wheel battle to exhaust Liam's stamina."

Besides…

Both were Level 2 adventurers. Unless the strength gap was too great, it was really difficult to fight continuously.

The final act would inevitably be Captain Hyakinthos.

Daphne shook her head lightly, "Instead of thinking about these things, why not consider how to build a good relationship with this new member."

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Liam woke up as usual. His body was fully rested. Whether it was his mental state or his various skills, all had recovered to their peak.

An unprecedented sense of refreshment.

After a simple wash-up, he put on his defensive armor and checked his weapons to avoid taking the wrong ones.

And Hestia, having finished washing up, handed Liam the supply pack filled with panacea, her expression very relaxed.

Not bringing pressure with a worried face.

Given the height difference, the young woman could only stand on her tiptoes to help Liam adjust his attire. After confirming everything was ready.

Hestia's smile was bright, with many things she wanted to say in her heart.

But in the end, she only murmured in a gentle voice, "Liam-kun, I'll go to the circular arena to cheer for you!"

"Safety first."

"I will."

"Let's go."

Deal with the Apollo Familia early. After all, counting the Familia's assets was something that definitely couldn't be finished in a short time.

And just after leaving the basement.

Walking out of the abandoned church, Liam saw several familiar faces. His own Familia's Lili and Mikoto were, of course, present.

Accompanying them were Kashima, Chigusa, and the War God, Takemikazuchi.

Still in his Dungeon exploration attire, but inexplicably, Kashima caught an extraordinary feeling from Liam.

Facing the upcoming War Game, there was no panic.

From beginning to end, he maintained an absolutely relaxed posture, as if the outcome of the War Game was already destined before it even began!

Becoming the focus of everyone's attention, Liam didn't feel anything special. He still maintained a relaxed attitude, surveying the crowd.

After a simple greeting, without much idle chat.

"Let's go."

"The target is the circular arena."

Arriving at the circular arena, the Ganesha Familia guard maintaining order strictly kept the scene in check to avoid any disturbances.

When Liam and Hestia arrived.

They quickly opened a pre-prepared passage, leading directly to the VIP viewing seats of the circular arena, and the battle preparation area.

The passage was only lit by torches.

Arriving at the Familia area designated for Hestia, bright sunlight splashed into the huge circular arena. As far as the eye could see.

Were countless spectators.

The War Game hadn't started yet. The atmosphere was slightly subdued, with gazes shifting back and forth between the Hestia and Apollo Familias.

Constantly discussing.

Directly opposite, the god Apollo had already entered and was waiting. In front of the Familia's battle preparation seats were nearly 30 Lv2 adventurers.

Compared to Liam's side, it seemed rather bleak.

Besides him, there was only Mikoto, and Lili in her supporter role.

A huge numerical disparity visible to the naked eye.

Far from making Liam retreat in the slightest, on the contrary, the surge of adrenaline made him incomparably eager for the upcoming battle!

Hosting this arena battle.

Was, of course, the social terrorist Ganesha. He stood at the commentary platform and said in a spirited tone, "Both Familias have arrived."

"Enough with the idle talk."

"I'm sure the audience has been waiting impatiently. I announce the War Game between the Apollo Familia and the Hestia Familia."

"Begins now!"

The atmosphere on site still didn't liven up. Ganesha didn't mind, "Then let's have the challengers from both sides make their entrance!"

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An adventurer from the Apollo Familia had already left the preparation seats.

And Liam didn't make any other moves, just waved to a Ganesha Familia member to bring him a microphone, lightly coughing to clear his throat.

The sudden interlude made the on-site atmosphere gradually quiet down.

Facing the gazes from the circular arena's gods and countless adventurers, Liam's smile was relaxed, his tone calm as he emphasized.

"Sorry to interrupt Lord Ganesha's commentary. There's a question I need to briefly correct before the War Game begins."

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"First of all."

"They are the challengers!"

(End of this chapter)

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