The Necromancer Who Was Despised - The Necromancer Who Was Despised chapter 187
“I should also create a formal guard unit for Tia.”
Using Entin would be fine, but if the knight unit is completed, it would be close to a waste of manpower.
“It might be used elsewhere too.”
I planned to compose Tia’s guard with relatively normal-looking individuals.
The concept itself was already in place, and I expected it to be easier than I thought.
Becoming a mage and paving one’s own way means being able to understand magic and use it flexibly.
It would have been difficult during my mage days, but as a mage, I can maintain the overall framework while intervening in many details, so I wasn’t worried.
I had Tia prepare to leave, and during that time, the Archbishop of the Land Church, Cornavin, who had discovered my arrival, came to find me.
He was very interested in the female bishop of the Goddess Church I had brought, and he expressed his intention to ‘purchase’ her, offering a great deal in return.
“You won’t be disappointed.”
Although he was kind to me, I could sense a subtle madness deep in his eyes.
I was certain that the Land Church and the Goddess Church would never be able to reconcile.
However, I refused his request, saying I had a use for her, and he showed a slightly disappointed but respectful attitude towards my decision.
It seemed like he had a clear recognition of me as a benefactor who had revived their religion.
He looked quite disappointed when I said I would be leaving the barren land again, and he asked me to visit them when I returned.
“I wish to build a small temple in the barren land, but…”
“…That’s not possible.”
Of course, it couldn’t be done.
No matter how good my relationship with the Land Church was, magic and divine power were forces that couldn’t get close to each other.
As such, it would only be a hindrance, not a benefit.
“It would be like a neighborhood hospital feeling, but it would be helpful to others…”
That’s about it.
In reality, I didn’t want to allow the entry of other forces into my own land, no matter how friendly they were.
It might seem selfish, but at the same time, it was also a form of self-protection.
The other party knew it was an unreasonable demand, so we didn’t talk about it anymore.
I ended the conversation with the school authorities on good terms and led my group back to the tower.
On the way back, there were no monster attacks or anything.
It seemed that the monsters had given up on attacking us, and we were able to cross the barren land and return to the tower without a hitch.
Orie welcomed me back with a cheerful expression, and after a brief reunion, I asked about the situation.
Since we had been using Specter to keep in touch, Orie was well aware of the current situation.
“Everything’s fine. We’re doing great. We’ve been focusing more on hunting than defense lately.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes. With the tower’s defense capabilities and Golrun and Valtor’s power, plus the zombies you created, we’ve been able to repel the attacks that happened after you left. There were some big attacks, but we didn’t face any major crises.”
There was no need to say more about the main base here.
The other two places didn’t have any major problems either, and with the strongest defense and power here, there was no way this place would be in danger.
“That’s great.”
“But how did the numbers increase so much?”
“It’s a kind of spoils of war. We brought back a lot of corpses, so it’s natural that the numbers would increase.”
“That’s good news. We’ve accumulated a lot here too, and it’s a good opportunity to expand our power to match your level.”
“It will happen.”
Orie’s face lit up with joy at my response.
“I’m looking forward to it.”
As Orie said, there were a huge number of monster corpses piled up inside the tower.
However, unlike this place, I had instructed the other two places to dispose of their own corpses.
This place had an abundance of resources, while the other two places didn’t have as much, but they didn’t have as many problems as this place either.
It was the right decision, and I praised Orie for doing a good job.
Tia was also extremely happy to be staying here and asked me to show her around separately.
“What’s so great about this desolate place?”
Although the tower’s architecture was neat, the surrounding landscape was becoming increasingly desolate, but Tia seemed even happier than when she was in the desert’s shield.
“Is it because of the people, not the environment?”
It seemed that I had been away for a longer time than I thought.
I was feeling like I was back among my comrades.
After taking a day to rest, I got back to work.
There was a lot to do.
Moreover, I had to go back to the desert’s shield to obtain the free knight title for Kyra, so I wanted to clear up as many tasks as possible.
First, I sent the skeletons and mummies I had brought back to the oasis where Valtor was, along with the supplies.
As soon as I arrived, Valtor was taken aback by the sudden influx of power, and Anelis also welcomed me back to the party and said:
“We’ve been focusing more on offense than defense lately, so if you’re going to do it, do it properly. Take these guys and expand our territory. If the monsters don’t dare to come near us anymore… then, along with Golrun, let’s start occupying the entire barren land.”
“…Occupation, you mean?”
“That’s right. Let’s deal with the monsters in the underground as much as possible, and if possible, let’s try to take over the oasis as well.”
“Are you saying we should kill all the monsters?”
“I don’t think we need to go that far. It’s tiring and difficult. Let’s just think of expanding the influence we have around the Oasis to the entire barren land.”
Honestly, wiping out all the monsters in the entire barren land without leaving a single one is too bothersome and exhausting.
I didn’t intend to ask Balduer to do such a thing.
“Alright, I understand. I’ll start by cleaning up the surrounding area as instructed.”
“Good. Good luck.”
“Yes.”
Then, I went to find Golrun and had Draug and the original Golem acknowledge me as their master. I particularly liked the original Golem, which was smaller than me but of the same kind, and it seemed to be familiar with me.
– Master, are you here?
“Yes, I’m here.”
– I’ve been working hard to protect this place.
“Now, let’s not just defend, but also attack. For now, just around here. Later, when Balduer comes, we can join forces and hunt around the barren land.”
– Is this an adventure? Am I going on an adventure?
“You can think of it that way. Just make sure to follow Balduer’s orders.”
– Of course! I’ll work hard.
‘Magic… seems to be left over. Maybe I should recharge it some more.’
I also finished inspecting the walls while I was at it.
The ancient ruins were operating well, and more tombs had been added here and there.
“The number has increased quite a bit.”
That’s proof that this place has become safer.
I returned with a satisfied feeling and immediately headed into the dimensional fragment.
And there, I faced a mountain of corpses and prepared for what I had to do next.
“Mutor.”
“Yes.”
“Can you make me armor?”
“Armor… did you say?”
“Yes.”
Armor.
Tiara’s escort requires a normal appearance, and for that, I need armor.
Not just any ordinary armor, but a full plate mail that covers my entire body.
“I’ll provide the materials.”
Of course, I don’t intend to use it as is.
! plan to add my own touch to the completed armor.
“The size doesn’t have to be too small. I can adjust that part myself.”
It also means I want it to be mass-produced without compromising on quality.
“…If I do it alone, I’ll die.”
“I’m begging you. It’s necessary.”
Even excluding Tia’s protection, this is an essential task.
Especially to create Death Knight, one of the top-tier undead, it’s a necessary process.
Additionally, to complete the Skeleton Knight Order under Entin and strengthen them, it’s also necessary.
There are ways to strengthen oneself, but using external items like equipment is also an option.
“Let’s try making undead-exclusive artifacts…”
Artifacts, being magical items, may not be that high-level, but it’s better than nothing.
If we prepare multiple artifacts for a single purpose, it won’t be negligible.
Moreover, even if it’s not a magical item, dwarven-made equipment has considerable value.
A knight order armed with dwarven-made equipment… Honestly, that’s already an enormous force.
“…It’ll be tough, but I’ll do my best.”
“It’s quite chaotic outside.”
Mutr looked at me with a puzzled expression at my sudden words.
“The nobles who follow the Goddess’s Teachings and receive their support are in sharp conflict with each other, and the royalty of each country is also involved. The conflict is already surfacing, and actual clashes are occurring.”
“Is… that so?”
“I, who have been on the royal family’s side since before, have grown significantly as a mage. I’m considered a hidden card with high-level combat power.”
It might sound like self-praise.
But my words didn’t end there.
“However, I think even this power is insufficient. If the conflict surfaces to this extent, the Empire will eventually clash with us directly. In the end, the royal family will reach out to me, whether early or late.”
Like I helped Doriem, other places will also request support.
“I won’t refuse. I can’t refuse. The Empire hates black mages, so there’s no choice.”
That’s why power is needed.
“Many nobles affiliated with the Goddess’s Teachings will be swept away. The royal family will want to minimize damage, but it’s impossible to avoid it completely.”
The royal family and the nobles affiliated with them will also suffer.
I want to settle things internally before the Empire makes a move.
The war between Doriem and Juterus has just begun.
“In that process, I intend to keep my promise to you.”
“……!”
Promise.
Mutr’s eyes widened in surprise, finally understanding the intent behind my words.
“Just watch. Those who have become wealthy or powerful will have no choice but to reach out to me. At that time, I’ll demand their dwarves as a condition for support.”
I’ll also demand the corpses. I still think I lack power.
To be exact, I’m relatively lacking.
“I’ll use my power to make sure your family is included.”
In reality, it’s already too late. I feel sorry about it.
As much as that, I’m determined to take it this time.
Even if the entire kingdom is in chaos, it’s impossible to hold onto the dwarves no matter how precious they are.
Mutr’s eyes burned with strong desire at my words.
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-It’s taking a long time.
I lightly laughed at the dragon’s grumbling.
“There’s a lot to do.”
– “So, when are you going to bring that skilled dark wizard?”
Skilled dark wizard. That was a term used to refer to my mentor.
“Maybe soon?”
When Kayla received the title of Free Knight, I planned to contact my old mentor.
Of course, I needed to have sufficient power.
Although I had reached the same level as my old mentor, my experience as a mage was different.
Moreover, she lived in a restricted area, a dungeon.
If I entered carelessly, I wouldn’t be able to do anything and would only get hurt.
I needed to have a certain level of power to avoid getting hurt.
To achieve that, I needed Entin and his knight squad.
With Kayla’s and my support added, I thought we could reach a level where we could withstand.
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“It’s best to suppress if possible.”
Honestly, making a dragon the commander and contacting it was the best option.
It wasn’t just about protecting myself, but about sweeping the entire dungeon and retrieving only my mentor.
The only problem was that it was impossible to achieve in a short period.
– “The order is roughly set, but it’ll take a long time. Since that skilled dark wizard is on the same level as you, having them will shorten the time.”
That’s what they said.
While I was busy, the dragon was researching ways to transform its body into an undead on its own.
It was only simulating in its head, but with the dragon’s incredible abilities, some results were expected.