DanMachi: Starting with a Sword Soul Template

Chapter 122: Ganesha's Confusion, the MVP Results Screen!

The spectators gradually left the arena. As the host, the elephant god Ganesha did not leave, although the hosting process was not particularly smooth.

In fact…

He was in a spectator's posture the entire time; Liam had said many of the lines for him.

But this did not affect Ganesha's joyful mood at this moment. With the strength of a Lv2 adventurer, he had killed Hyakinthos in a level-up battle.

And there were these incredible combat methods.

A sword aura slash that didn't belong to magic... it should be in the realm of skills. All these factors combined made him develop an extremely strong interest in this strongest rookie.

And he hadn't had a chance to find Liam after the "Soma Familia Destruction Incident."

Now, the opportunity was just right.

Through the exclusive passage from the commentary platform, Ganesha, wearing his elephant-trunk mask, arrived at the circular arena's battle stage.

Just as he arrived.

He felt an extremely sharp gaze. Following the direction, it was, unsurprisingly, Liam's probing look.

The battle had just ended.

Ganesha could feel the almost materialized sword intent flowing on Liam's body – incomparably sharp, its edge fully displayed.

Especially that white demonic hand, which made even him, as a god, feel a sense of foreboding.

He couldn't see through what was contained within. And as a social terrorist, he was exceptionally skilled at striking up a conversation.

"Liam Moon, this War Game, you have shattered the inherent impression that most adventurers in Orario held of you."

"And it was truly spectacular!"

Looking at the suddenly arrived elephant god Ganesha, Liam wasn't particularly wary of this god, just unavoidably curious.

As for the inherent impression Orario's adventurers held of him, Liam really didn't care that much.

Steady development.

Continuously improving his strength was what Liam wanted to do.

Looking at the social terrorist who was keen on stirring up trouble.

His smile remained, and he said lightly, "Lord Ganesha, actually, I'm not particularly concerned with what other adventurers think."

"."

He didn't feel that Liam was lying. It was just that it was a huge difference from the personality Ganesha had anticipated.

Setting aside the fact that this guy had previously destroyed the Soma Familia and then brazenly gambled with the god Ouranos using his own talent.

Just now…

The high-spirited young man had created the grand feat of sweeping the Apollo Familia.

Yet he still maintained a humble attitude. This was the most commendable quality, and probably a result of Liam's personality.

That's why he had his current achievements?

"But what you have created is still a feat that shakes the entire world!"

Even though he was mentally prepared, Ganesha had never expected that Liam could achieve this level in this War Game.

An absolute crushing posture.

"Breaking the world's fastest breakthrough record." "Sweeping the Apollo Familia in a War Game."

It was as if one could see the infinite birth of miracles on Liam. If his own Familia had such an outstanding child.

He couldn't imagine how awesome it would feel!

He had no intention of continuing to talk to Liam. Mainly, Ganesha sensed Hestia's extremely wary gaze.

His eyes were filled with complexity, "I really never thought your luck would be this good…"

"The dependant you recruited could possess such potential that surpasses a hero. I don't know how many gods will envy you."

"."

If the target were Liam, Hestia would absolutely not give a good face. But since the topic revolved around Liam.

The young woman's face was only filled with undisguised pride.

She couldn't help but straighten her back, linking her arm with Liam's, silently declaring her sovereignty, "Luck is also a part of strength."

"So, what business do you have with us?"

Her relationship with the elephant god Ganesha... could only be said to be an acquaintance. If it were just idle chat, Hestia felt there was no need to make such a big fuss.

She didn't let down the vigilance deep in her heart.

It was only when she noticed her close friend Hephaestus and fellow god Takemikazuchi coming over that her confidence grew a little.

"Nothing else."

"Just to tell you about what happens after the War Game. The loser, Apollo, will be expelled from Orario. As for his assets."

"They will all belong to you. It's best to take them over as soon as possible."

"Liam-kun has already thought of these things."

"Mm."

Even if he was a social butterfly, Ganesha had no intention of disturbing them further. It was just that before leaving, his gaze fell on Liam.

After the destruction of the Soma Familia, he had kept a constant watch on this guy's movements.

To prevent him from creating another tragedy in Orario and causing public panic. These things, from an objective standpoint, weren't really... excessive.

Nor were they particularly deliberate.

He just had the Familia guard pay more attention to his movements. It was this arrangement by Ganesha that made him realize something was unusual.

Logically speaking, after a "compulsory Familia expedition."

Most adventurers would choose to rest. Yet Liam, after being visited by the former Apollo Familia captain, Hyakinthos.

Directly went on a Dungeon exploration.

Including the several teams formed by the Apollo Familia, and the decision made on behalf of the god during the banquet.

And…

In this "War Game that was simply impossible to win," he had set many restrictions.

Ganesha was, of course, no fool. Especially when observing Liam's attitude, he already had a rough answer deep in his heart.

"Actually, there's another question. The War Game with Apollo, the entire process... were you the one orchestrating it from behind?"

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An extremely sharp question.

It made Hestia, Hephaestus, the gods present, Kashima, and the others all focus their gazes on Liam.

The sudden occurrence of the War Game.

Including the victory, all the actions were particularly a matter of course.

He didn't feel any pressure. Liam still maintained a relaxed attitude, just looking at the elephant god Ganesha with a curious expression.

"The War Game is recognized by the gods."

"Mm…"

Without a denial, the answer was already there.

But truly learning that it was orchestrated by Liam, Ganesha's mood was still... unavoidably strange. It just always felt like this guy.

All his actions were exploiting loopholes in Orario's rules!

He had clearly stated that, no matter what, he couldn't create a tragedy like the Soma Familia's. And then Liam legally and legitimately plotted against a Familia.

A War Game.

Being targeted by such a guy was definitely not a wise choice.

Consider it stating his Familia's position. Ganesha spread his hands helplessly, his gaze sweeping towards Mikoto, who had just joined the Familia. Finally, he reminded.

"Before you go to the casino to place bets, it's best to entrust it to friends from other Familias."

"."

The atmosphere froze slightly, especially under the scrutinizing gazes of the gods. Liam's mouth twitched, realizing the loophole.

He didn't think much of it, though.

He nodded seriously, "I'll be careful next time."

"?"

"There's a next time?!"

Ganesha, turning to leave, suddenly paused his steps. He suddenly felt a bit fortunate that this guy wasn't in his Familia.

Just his ability to stir up trouble was already stronger than his own!

The War Game was over. There was no need to discuss motives. It was just that facing the gazes of Hestia and Hephaestus, Liam felt it was still very necessary to give a general explanation.

"I roughly know the style of the Apollo Familia when they forcibly recruit dependants. Wanting to deal with it directly would be somewhat troublesome."

"Even if I didn't orchestrate this."

"What I would ultimately have to face would still be a War Game situation."

Not continuing on this topic, he then turned his gaze to Hephaestus. Just through the three battles earlier.

One could only say…

In terms of equipment, it could indeed bring a direct improvement in strength!

The sharpness of a First-Grade armament, paired with the final effect of the Sword Soul's core skill "Overdrive," allowed for a direct head-on clash.

He could even shatter Hyakinthos's weapon…

The battle was over. Liam sheathed the two short swords and decisively expressed his thanks, "Thank you, Lady Hephaestus."

"If not for the weapons you lent me, wanting to win this War Game…"

"It would have been much trickier."

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"Congratulations."

She had already guessed the result, but truly hearing Liam confirm it, Hephaestus still felt a shock in her heart.

She reached out and took the two weapons, drawing one from its scabbard.

Just holding it in her hand, she could feel an extremely pure sword intent, as well as the slight, visible damage to the sword's body.

It still maintained its peak weapon state.

Hephaestus mainly couldn't figure it out. The overall combat intensity wasn't high, but the damage was clearly present…

This rate of weapon durability consumption, compared to Ais Wallenstein, was even greater.

Considering his previous desire to forge a weapon with the "indestructible" attribute, a bold idea surfaced in Hephaestus's mind.

"Do you have a special combat skill?"

"Something like that."

Liam didn't deny it.

And for Hephaestus, who always maintained a passion for forging weapons, her brow furrowed slightly. She glanced at the relatively familiar Takemikazuchi.

Finally, she asked, "Convenient to talk about it?"

"Overdrive" wasn't a particularly esoteric skill method. The prerequisite for using it was mastering Selfless Sword Aura.

In the world of Orario.

The possibility of replication was basically non-existent. Facing Hephaestus's inquiry.

Liam thought for a moment, and finally smiled brightly, "It's just... trading weapon durability for a short-term increase in weapon sharpness."

"As for the repair fee, I'll pay it after taking inventory of the Apollo Familia's assets."

"Mm."

"So you're willing to sacrifice weapon sharpness to custom-order an indestructible weapon. The reason is probably this…"

Hephaestus waved her hand lightly, not particularly concerned about the repair fee.

It was just that she was unavoidably curious about this special combat method. This was probably what existed in the children of the lower world.

A "miracle" that made even the gods curious.

"A very special skill. But for weapons with the indestructible attribute, it's better to find the Goibniu Familia. They are more skilled in this aspect, but as for the price…"

Speaking of which, Hephaestus sized up the handsome young man before her.

It couldn't be that he had learned Hestia's tricks and wanted to get an interest-free loan from her?

"Even if you win this War Game, the assets owned by the Apollo Familia, wanting to forge two weapons with the indestructible attribute…"

"Is still a very difficult matter!" she emphasized seriously.

Just as she was about to explain that repairing weapons was actually a very simple process, Liam didn't give her the chance, "Actually, you don't need to worry about the funds."

"After the War Game ends, the Grand Casino will deliver the money for forging the weapons."

"?! "

The amount of information given in these few words was huge. How could Hephaestus not understand? One could only say he was really bold.

Directly betting in the casino that he would definitely defeat the Apollo Familia?

Watching Liam's departing figure.

She shook her head lightly, a hint of helplessness flashing in her eyes, "This guy… if he were an undiscovered new adventurer, it would be really hard to resist recruiting him!"

Based on their contact this morning, she even had reason to suspect…

That even the "Apollo Familia War Game" incident could have been orchestrated by Liam, wanting to seize their assets! If it was really as she guessed, Hephaestus could only say that her friend Hestia had really picked up a treasure!

He very smoothly borrowed the weapons. They were two upper-mid-tier First-Grade armaments. Their sharpness was unclear for now, but at the very least, their weight was substantial.

The feel was passable, but for short, fast combat, there would definitely be no problem. After also retrieving the repaired short sword.

Liam didn't linger in the weapon shop and decisively went to the agreed meeting point.

There was no need to use them during Dungeon training. After all, in the face of "Selfless Sword Aura," all monsters were practically the same.

The waiting time was very short. Once again putting on the grayish-brown cloak, the supporter Lili, carrying a huge backpack, looked up at Liam, her expression calm.

"Everything is ready. We can conduct Dungeon training for two days."

"Thanks for your trouble."

"..."

In the distance ahead was the new member, Yamato Mikoto, in full gear, and Kashima, Chigusa, and the others accompanying them for the Dungeon training.

Being a lone wolf in Orario.

One would definitely not have this kind of treatment. Liam's gaze surveyed the surroundings, finally saying with a hearty smile, "Since we've all gathered, let's set off."

"Liam…"

"Just a few days without seeing you, you've really given me such a big surprise!" Clearly recognizing the gap between a genius and an ordinary person.

Kashima no longer had any thoughts of blindly chasing him. This time, accompanying the Dungeon exploration was mainly to take care of Mikoto, who used magic skills.

And also to relay the matter his Lord God had instructed to Liam.

"One more thing."

"After these two days of Dungeon exploration end, if you have time, make a trip to my Familia's home base. Lord Takemikazuchi said he can help hone your martial arts."

"To see if he can find any shortcomings to improve!" Kashima's expression was still serious, but he was already trying his best to restrain himself, not wanting to bring pressure to Liam.

"Thank you very much."

Towards Takemikazuchi, a war god who could rival a Lv5 adventurer without using divine power, to be able to help polish his martial arts.

Liam, of course, couldn't ask for more.

His gaze swept over the crowd, finally making a command with a brilliant smile, "Since everyone is here, let's start these two days of exploration!"

(End of this chapter)

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