Story/Chapter 37: Difference between revisions

*{{StoryIcon|Ara}} '''Ara:''' ''We also met the Fire Master. It was really an unexpected encounter.''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''Not to mention how dangerous. We were fortunate that the Fire Master came back to his senses in the end...''

*{{StoryIcon|Ain}} '''Ain:''' ''It's too early to let your guard down. Let's go past this realm before we relax.''

*{{StoryIcon|Ciel}} '''Ciel:''' ''... Hey. Is it me, or does this place seem... Different?''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''What's going on? Surely Master Ventus also used this path to go back to Elrianode?''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''But this place was sealed for a long time. Maybe they finally noticed our presence and decided we're not welcome here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''Tsk, even though we have both the power source and the coordinates back to Elrianode... If only we had proper equipment...''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''No use complaining now! Come on, let's go!''

*{{StoryIcon|Nephilim Lord}} '''Nephilim Lord:''' ''{{color|#F1670A|The reason why we have settled here, is because this area is more stable than others. The energy of the Dark El calms rampaging land and revives withering trees.}}''

*{{StoryIcon|Nephilim Lord}} '''Nephilim Lord:''' ''{{color|#F1670A|That energy is spread across the land, but is very faint. However, there are few places where the energy runs stronger. The Shadow Vein is one such place.}}''

*{{StoryIcon|Ain}} '''Ain:''' ''(If what Nephilim Lord said is true, it means the Dark El functions similarly to the El.)''

*{{StoryIcon|Ain}} '''Ain:''' ''(But the El was created by the Goddess. Why is there something similar in the Demon Realm when the purpose of the El is to prevent demon invasions?)''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''If we investigate based on the locations that Nephilim Lord disclosed to us, there's a higher chance we can find the Dark El.''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''I think so too. Although, it worries me that even the spirits do not know the exact location of the Dark El...''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''What's strange is that the Dark El Hennon used definitely held powerful energy...''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''But the energy of the Dark El in the Demon Realm is very faint, almost non-existent.''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''Sigh, nothing's clear for now. Not that I thought it would be easy, with this being the Demon Realm and all.''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''Still, we were lucky that we met the Dark Elves and Nephilim Lord first.''

*{{StoryIcon|Ciel}} '''Ciel:''' ''We never expected to obtain the Dark El peacefully anyway.''

*{{StoryIcon|Ciel}} '''Ciel:''' ''Since we were at the edge of the Demon Realm, the true struggle may very well start when we come back.''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''... The Dark Elf Elder did say Varnimyr is at the edge of the Demon Realm. Perhaps she would also be nearby...''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''I'd say, she's the sort who wouldn't be too bad to work with, as long as we have a shared interest.''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''Considering the position the Red Demon King is in, I expect she's also in a tough spot. It will be useful if she is in our debt.''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''Damn it! Where are they all coming from? We can't even approach it!''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''Master Denif said it takes a lot of mana to open the seal. They won't be able to keep the rift open for long.''

*''Keee- Grrrrrr-!''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''...! Enemies approaching, the numbers have increased significantly!''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''Kugh...! When did they...''

*{{StoryIcon|Ciel}} '''Ciel:''' ''Are they coming this way?''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''No. According to their movement patterns...''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''The rift! They are heading towards Elrianode!''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''Elsword!''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''Come on, concentrate! The monsters are headed towards the rift!''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''There are too many monsters. I'm not certain we can arrive on time...''

*{{StoryIcon|Ciel}} '''Ciel:''' ''... Damn it, they are approaching fast, and there's too many of them! At this rate...!''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''The monsters are reaching the dimensional rift!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Oiiiii!!''

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*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''You baddies won't be able to set a single foot in this place as long as Laby and Nisha are here!!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Ehhh?? But you don't have feet!!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Whoa!! You're the El Search Party!! There's so many of you! I'm...''

*''Keeee-!''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''Oh my, looks like this girl was sucked into the dimensional rift with us. I guess it's better than being stuck with the monsters by herself...''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''Did she lose consciousness from the shock? At least she doesn't look hurt.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''Yes. It seems that the constant stimuli has caused the chaos to shift and change into a dimensional rift.''

*{{StoryIcon|Ain}} '''Ain:''' ''And we were sucked in to that dimensional rift when that happened. From what I can sense, I believe we are in...''

*{{StoryIcon|Ara}} '''Ara:''' ''It seems we would need to be more careful next time.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''We don't have much time. We should move, before more enemies approach.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''I have searched this vicinity and sensed an unusual enclosure with air.''

*{{StoryIcon|Raven}} '''Raven:''' ''A natural cave...? But then you wouldn't have used 'unusual' to describe it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''You are correct. I'm not certain, but it seems artificial. I don't sense any immediate threat, but...''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''Elsword, even as we speak, Aisha is using a spell that allows us to breathe, manage our temperature, and withstand the water pressure.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''We were fighting non-stop since entering Henir's Realm. It's true we must eventually head towards the surface, but we need rest.''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''E, Eve, it's fine! A spell like this is nothing for a genius girl...''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''H, huh?''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''Then for now, we'll need to defeat these monsters first. Let's hurry!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Zzzz... Laby... Will help...''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''Phew... Thank goodness the monster wasn't too strong.''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Ask... Elsword... Zzzzz''

*{{StoryIcon|Rose}} '''Rose:''' ''She... Did come through the dimensional rift that led to Elrianode...''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''And the seal in the El Tower can only be opened with the help of, not only Master Denif, but all the masters and priestesses.''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Can't eat any more...''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''Although from the way she's acting, it's hard to think she earned their trust.''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''I see something between the rocks over there! Do you think, it revealed itself from the impact when we defeated the whale monster?''

*{{StoryIcon|Rose}} '''Rose:''' ''A circular door...? Is that the enclosure with air that you've mentioned?''

*{{StoryIcon|Zero}} '''Zero:''' ''Who would make something like this at the bottom of the sea? It's very suspicious.''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''What can we do? Even if it is a bit suspicious, it's our best option for now.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''A tunnel hidden away like this? This smells trouble no matter how you look at it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''The fact that there's a rail in a place like this means whatever they had to move was important, and they had a lot of it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''I think it's a good idea to check on the tunnels. Since there's no sign of life, we shouldn't come across any enemies, right?''

*{{StoryIcon|Raven}} '''Raven:''' ''There's some merit to investigating. If we're lucky, we can figure out where we are.''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''Yeah, I would feel better once I know where we are.''

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*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''The machines in here are not that advanced.''

*{{StoryIcon|Rena}} '''Rena:''' ''Huhu, aren't you lively. Since it looks like we have a long way to go, why don't you introduce yourself on the way?''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Ok! Laby also has a lot of question to ask about the El Search Party!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''I'm Laby!! And this is my trusty friend, Nisha! So I'm here to help with Bellonde and Ignia and... Well everyone from Elrianode!''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''She must have no friends if she calls that strange thing a friend.''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''He slept for a long time? And what do you mean, he has to be in Elrianode? Could it be...?''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Well, everyone in Elrianode called Bellonde, Gaia!''

*{{StoryIcon|Ara}} '''Ara:''' ''Did you also meet Master Ventus and Master Rosso? Are they safe?''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Uh huh! They're both in Elrianode! Rosso used to be all sickly, but now he's suuuuuuuuper healthy and always fighting with Ignia!''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''I was worried that Elrianode will be impacted negatively with the sudden shift in Henir's Realm, but with that many masters and the priestesses, I guess there's nothing to worry about!''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Anyway, where's this? Laby promised Master Denif to bring the El Search Party to Elrianode...''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''This... Is the Demon Realm...?''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''Of course, you're startled. Who would've thought they'll end up in the Demon Realm?''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''Ah, she looks... Really happy.''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Well, you see, Rosso said Laby is from the Demon Realm!''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''I don't sense any demonic energy... The Fire Master said you're from the Demon Realm?''

*{{StoryIcon|Laby}} '''Laby:''' ''Rosso said the energy in Laby is something he felt in the Demon Realm, but different from demonic energy! Like it was mixed with something?''

*{{StoryIcon|Add}} '''Add:''' ''Strange. Looks like the gas is confusing the neural system to make everyone think they're tasting something different.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''You are correct. According to the component analysis, it's a by-product of burning something... But it's essentially toxic gas.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''They should be able to process it naturally in small doses. Of course, if we inhale it for too long, it won't be safe.''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''I see. So that's why the monsters are just lurking around the vicinity. They know that the gas might start leaking if they attack this place.''

*''Creeeeeek, creeeeeek...''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''... I sense presence beyond this tunnel. They're not even trying to hide it.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''I still sense no life forms. There's not even a surge in energy level. But perhaps this is...?''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''Eve, what is it?''

*{{StoryIcon|Elesis}} '''Elesis:''' ''I agree. I didn't expect to encounter machines here.''

*{{StoryIcon|Zero}} '''Zero:''' ''Let's see... Huh, looks like these junk only operate through a specific mechanism.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''How rude. Nasods are the culmination of Adrian's knowledge. It's an insult to be compared with this subpar technology.''

*{{StoryIcon|Eve}} '''Eve:''' ''These machines are made with very simple parts, just like this tunnel. I'm surprised these high-maintenance machines are still moving...''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''Does this mean something really important is at the end of this tunnel?''

*{{StoryIcon|Aisha}} '''Aisha:''' ''What could be there underneath?''

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*{{StoryIcon|Raven}} '''Raven:''' ''A door? Or a wall? It can't be that we're already at the end...''

*{{StoryIcon|Ara}} '''Ara:''' ''I don't see anything special...''

*{{StoryIcon|Lu}} '''Lu:''' ''There's no way someone would create a structure this big with no purpose in the Demon Realm. Search thoroughly.''

*{{StoryIcon|Chung}} '''Chung:''' ''How about we open this? Maybe the tunnel will continue behind this door.''