The Old Man Who Saved Another World 15 Years Ago is Now Getting Caught Up In A Modern Fantasy - Episode 11

“That’s about it. Do you have a bit of an understanding of what a demon hunter’s battle is like now?”

“Ah, I understand well. So, in addition to what we didn’t use this time, it seems like we should also incorporate martial arts. Kukuri was quite skilled in swordsmanship too.”

“When the time comes, the one you can truly rely on is your own body, so it’s essential to train both martial arts and your body alongside exorcism techniques.”

The way exorcists think is quite martial, isn’t it?

In another world, it was much quicker for wizards to become stronger by studying magic rather than training their bodies. That’s why they were all completely useless in close combat.

Compared to that, exorcists have a completely different approach to using the same power considered as a technique.

I think the difference in our ways of thinking lies in the nature of exorcism.

The exorcism magic that can be used without any incantation or preparation has the characteristic of being incomparably faster in activation speed than the magic of another world.

The power is also sufficient.

It might be partly because the user is Kukuri, but the power of the advanced magic from another world is definitely being demonstrated.

Regarding the magic that goes beyond this, I don’t know how much more power the exorcism technique can exert.

Exorcism spells have a fast activation speed and do not require stopping to chant, allowing them to be compatible with close combat.

That’s why exorcists must have established this fighting style.

“Oh, but you don’t have to use talismans if you don’t want to.”

And as expected, the talisman technique gets criticized.

I think the idea is good, though.

Fujutsu involves pre-loading magical power… no, in the world of onmyoji, it’s spiritual power, right? You infuse the talisman with spiritual power and keep it in a standby state just before activating the technique.

The system works by performing a key short incantation to activate the prepared spell.

Probably, but.

Surely, this too must be a technique developed to speed up the activation of the spell.

The issue is that the spiritual power and techniques that can be contained are limited to what the talisman can hold.

The reason I can analyze things so well is because there was something similar to the magic sealing stones in the other world.

The magic-sealing stone was also prepared in advance with magic power and a spell, allowing it to instantly activate magic.

However, there was a history where the magic sealing stone had a serious power deficiency issue, and gradually it fell out of use.

In the case of talismanic arts, they are probably considered unnecessary because the more advanced exorcism arts have been developed.

Both the activation speed and the power of the exorcism magic are clearly superior.

The magic of another world, in the process of pursuing greater power, ended up relegating the magic-sealing stones to the corners of history.

The onmyoji’s talisman techniques were replaced by the superior exorcism techniques in the process of aiming for a balance between techniques and martial arts.

This difference might be due to the fact that in the other world, there were plenty of warriors to protect the spellcasters during their incantations, whereas in this world, the exorcists, due to a lack of personnel, couldn’t afford to take their time with incantations in front of enemies.

It’s a bit interesting that similar things are declining in different worlds for different reasons.

I liked it, though. The Magic Sealing Stone.

When I tried to imbue the magic sealing stone with my magic, it mysteriously broke, but the magic sealing stones that others imbued with their magic worked just fine.

It’s such a bummer that I can’t use magic even though I went to another world.

That’s why using the magic sealing stone was fun.

Well, the magic-sealing stone wasn’t useful in actual combat, though.

“I’ll give you one of the exorcism techniques that the Shiraha family possesses soon. Look forward to it.”

“Is it okay? I thought it was something valuable.”

I think during the battle with the giant serpent, they said something like the exorcism technique is the very history of the exorcist’s family, or a symbol of their power.

It’s like a precious heirloom passed down through generations.

Kukuri must have said something with that nuance.

“Wait, Sano is using the Shiraha family’s techniques!? Are you serious!?”

Look, Mr. Genda is astonished.

Other people are having the same reaction.

As expected, Kukuri’s offer seems to be something outrageous from the perspective of a demon hunter.

However, Kukuri answered nonchalantly.

“That’s fine. But in return, Yukimura will be firmly taken in by the Shiraha family. You’re such a promising exorcist-in-training, and I have high hopes for you. …Oh, and of course, if you betray us, I’ll kill you.”

“Uh, no, I won’t betray you, but…”

“I’ll take your word for it.”

Kukuri smiles brightly with a smile that feels like pressure.

It was right after I saw the previous onslaught.

Her declaration that she would kill if betrayed sent a chill down my spine.

Anyway, it’s a grateful story.

I am really looking forward to what kind of exorcism techniques I will be able to use.

The problem is whether I, who for some reason couldn’t use magic, can use exorcism techniques.

“—Well then”

Suddenly, Kukuri, who had abruptly ended the conversation, glared in a certain direction.

I just noticed it too.

“Next is Yukimura’s turn.”

“Ah”

In the distance, a new demon can be seen.

Its appearance is that of a giant frog.

Just like the giant snake from earlier, a frog the size of a house was observing us from a distance.

That is the youkai I need to exorcise.

“Sano. I’ll be watching closely to see how you fight, the power of the promising rookie that the young lady expects.”

“Yes, I’ll do my best.”

“If it looks bad, call me.”

Mr. Genda pats me on the back.

This person is seriously a good person, right? They look super scary though.

By the way, Kukuri is standing in the back with her arms crossed.

It’s a relaxed expression.

“Shall we go?”

The giant frog shows no signs of coming this way.

So, I’ll go ahead and approach it myself.

Circulate magical energy—no, spiritual energy—throughout my entire body.

And with the improved physical abilities, step in and run!

“Fast!?”

“What is this body enhancement!?”

Leaving behind the astonished voices of Mr. Genda and the other exorcists, I kick off the ground and run step by step.

I quickly closed the considerable distance and leaped in front of the giant frog, jumping up and driving my foot into its large face.

“—Here it is!!!”

The giant frog arches back dramatically after receiving my kick.

However, something feels off.

“Vomit!”

The giant frog, still leaning back, extends its long tongue towards me.

Unable to move in mid-air, I was caught by that tongue and thrown away.

“……”

Even while being thrown, he twists his body, regains his balance, and lands perfectly. No damage at all.

It’s nothing, but I might have let my guard down a bit.

“Physical resistance or shock resistance?”

The kick I just delivered had enough power to take down an opponent as strong as the giant frog in front of me with a single blow.

Despite everything, they are still doing just fine.

It seems that it has either physical resistance or shock resistance. Moreover, it’s quite a strong resistance.

It’s troublesome.

For someone like me who couldn’t use magic, this was the type of opponent I struggled with the most in another world.

Sadly, all I can do is hit and kick.

“Well, it doesn’t seem invalid.”

Based on the feeling I got earlier, I judge that it’s not invalid.

It’s purely resistance. If that’s the case, maybe even someone like me who relies solely on physical attacks can manage somehow.

“Yukimura, don’t you think we don’t get along well? Do you think we can manage?”

“Ah! E-eh, Kukuri?”

The sudden sound of Kukuri’s voice.

I can’t help but look back, but her position remains unchanged.

Despite being quite a distance away, for some reason, I could hear that voice right next to my ear.

“I’m using the wind to carry my voice. Sorry if I startled you.”

“……Is this also an exorcism technique?”

The exorcism technique of “Wind” possessed by Kukuri.

Restraining the enemy with wind pressure, flying through the air, slicing them to dust, and even reaching their voice from this distance.

The range of things you can do is amazing.

Isn’t the ability to communicate information regardless of distance on the battlefield incredibly valuable?

“So, how is it? I asked just in case, but we can win, right?”

“Ah, no problem.”

“That’s right. Even if the compatibility is bad, I can’t imagine you losing to a top-tier B-class demon.”

“However, it’s a bit of a troublesome opponent. When you choose my exorcism technique, make sure it can do more than just physical attacks.”

When fighting this type of enemy in another world, I basically took on the role of the front-line wall to buy time, and during that time, the mages would defeat them.

If even I can master exorcism techniques, I definitely want to fill this gap in my abilities.

The conversation with Kukuri ends.

Since my seniors, like Mr. Genda, who are exorcists, are watching, I can’t show them this pathetic state any longer.

“Alright, sorry, but I’m going to force my way through.”

Regaining my composure, I approach the giant frog once again.

After all, all I can do is physical attacks like punching or kicking.

Even if it doesn’t work well, this is all we have.

So, it’s forced.

I’ll keep hitting you relentlessly, no matter how much resistance you have to physical blows or shocks, and I’ll take you down by force!

“――!”

Hit hit hit hit hit kick hit.

I keep hitting that big green body, hitting, kicking, hitting, hitting relentlessly.

With the agility and instincts honed in real combat, I accurately dodge the giant frog’s counterattack, and while dodging, I strike it as a bonus.

A fist swung with enhanced physical abilities, moving at a speed that the eye cannot follow.

The power of the force and speed being added.

Each strike has the destructive power to shatter a boulder, and I just keep hitting relentlessly, dozens, hundreds of times.

Pushing through despite the resistance.

If it gets reduced to one-hundredth, then we can just rush in and hit them a hundred times, right?

“Gugyuh――!?!??”

It’s working.

The large frog groans in agony, putting strength into its legs.

Are you trying to run away? I won’t let you escape.

I grabbed the leg of the giant frog that had jumped to escape in mid-air and slammed it into the ground with all my might, driving it into the earth.

The ground shakes violently.

Without hesitation, I punched the giant frog.

“Gubbe”

“Keep getting hit by me until you die here.”

A large frog that emits a voice like a crushed frog.

I punched the guy whose stomach was embedded in the ground.

Hit, kick, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, kick, hit, kick, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, hit, kick, hit.

Hit hit hit hit hit kick kick hit hit hit hit hit hit hit hit kick kick kick hit hit hit kick hit.

――I can feel it.

“It’s over!”

Deliver the finishing blow.

Finally, the damage must have exceeded its capacity. The body of the giant frog, which had been continuously beaten to a pulp by me, exploded.

The match is over.

For just a moment, I unleash all my spiritual power to deflect the backlash bl00d… or rather, the chunks of flesh and other things, so they don’t splatter over here.

“That was quite a tough job.”

Sighing, I exhale.

It was more troublesome than I imagined, but with this, the exorcism is finally complete. My first battle as an exorcist was pretty decent.

“Well done! As expected of Yukimura!”

I heard such a voice whispering in my ear.