After finding a dragon hourglass in an underwater temple off the coast of Cal Mira,
we hurriedly made preparations for the incoming Wave.
Raphtalia.
Got it.
First Light.
There's a dragon hourglass here? No way!
If a Wave attacks this place, the islanders will all die!
The next Wave is coming...
in two days?!
I used my teleport skill to return to the capital.
And when I explained the situation to the queen,
she immediately put together an army to fight the Wave.
It's quite likely that this Wave will occur out at sea.
That's why we're all on ships, waiting to be teleported to the Wave.
Of course, even the ships were arranged for by the queen.
Unlike the trash king,
she's thankfully quick on the uptake.
We made it, somehow.
I'm amazed you put together this big army in such a short time.
This is nothing.
Dealing with the Waves is an important responsibility of the royal family.
Why did you come along, too?
What's that supposed to mean?!
I'm...
I'm part of your party, too.
I'm happy I got to see you again.
Filo-chan...
Same here!
By the way, will the people of Cal Mira be all right?
Earl Habenburg has already finished evacuating the islanders.
Besides, it's likely that this Wave will occur out at sea.
That should help you focus on the battle.
That's true.
But we can't get complacent.
As always, those guys didn't seem to want to fight together.
They said they would be fine after they leveled up at Cal Mira.
Looks like things might get ugly yet again.
Naofumi-sama...
It's L'Arc-san and Therese-san!
They're fighting, too?
You know them?
Yeah. We worked together at Cal Mira.
I'm glad we have them on our side.
They're way more reliable than Motoyasu and the other guys.
Huh... It's not often you place so much trust in others.
We'll engage the enemy as soon as we teleport.
Everyone, prepare for battle!
Here we go!
What are those?
Cask bombs, made using cohol fruits.
Cohol fruits?
I see. Concentrated alcohol should work on monsters, too.
Over here!
Keep attacking! Don't let up!
Itsuki-sama!
Meteor Shot!
We can't attack it unless we get it out of the water!
Let's go, Filo!
'Kay!
I sure drew the short straw here.
Shield Hero, please keep the most formidable foe in check.
You make it sound easy, but it's underwater.
That's exactly why it must be you.
Hate Reaction!
It took the bait!
Now!
Attack!
Meteor Shot!
Meteor Thrust!
Meteor Slash!
We got it!
Hey, they didn't hurt it one bit.
Now that she's leveled up, Raphtalia's dealing more damage than them.
But she can't land a finishing blow.
The heroes will take care of the big one!
Target the small fry!
Hurry up and kill them!
No way! They keep coming!
As source of thy power, I order thee.
Decipher the laws of nature and use the power of water to thrash my targets.
Zweit Aqua Shot!
Are you all right?
Well, we are...
M-Melty!
Mel-chan!
Melty-sama!
Melty!
Aren't you...
Sit tight here.
Skybound Wheel Swing!
Wow!
This is our chance!
You're really strong.
Naofumi was right.
L'Arc!
Get on that big fella and attack it!
Even if you fall into the water, Filo and I will save you!
Well...
I suppose it does need to go down first.
Get its big ass out of the water again!
Filo!
'Kay!
Skybound Wheel Swing!
I won't be outdone!
Go for it, Filo!
Time to finish it! Let's go!
Yeah!
Spiral Strike!
Bejeweled Thunderstorm!
Combo Skill: Thunderbolt Wheel Swing!
What a display of strength!
Thanks for that. You're amazing.
Well, of course you couldn't beat it with your defense-focused shield.
You mean...
Hey!
Naofumi!
And you did well, too.
What'd you come for?
Isn't it obvious? The drops.
The items that Wave monsters drop all belong to us heroes.
You didn't even do anything.
Listen up! The one who killed this thing...
"Heroes"?
If that's a joke, it ain't funny.
These weaklings are the heroes that protect the world?
Huh?
The queen wants you to get rid of the remaining monsters...
Wh-What?
Naofumi-sama!
What are you playing at?
You really are the Shield Hero, huh?
Damn it... Why'd it have to come to this?
Answer me! What's the meaning of this?!
It's simple.
We just need you to die for the sake of our world.
Just so you know, we've got nothing against you.
That is the truth. Please believe us.
It pains us to do this after you were so nice to us.
Without me—without the heroes—this world will be powerless to stop the Waves!
And that's our goal.
What?
L'Arc, he can't understand without a proper explanation.
This is a pain!
Long story short, we're heroes, just like you guys.
Of another world, though.
Another world?
And just like your world, ours teeters on the brink of destruction, too.
To prevent that...
Therese-san...
Basically, we have something to fight for, too.
That's why we can't afford to lose. You understand that, don't you?
But if we're gonna fight, let's keep it fair and square!
Get ready, Shield Hero!
He was after Naofumi from the start?
There's no mistaking it. They're clearly hostile toward the heroes.
I hereby declare those adventurers to be the enemy.
Back up the heroes and help suppress them!
Ma'am!
You think this is a joke?
You should've just stayed down.
Fire!
My name is Therese Alexanderite.
My friends, be the force that destroys my targets!
Bejeweled Meteor Shower!
She attacks them and then helps them?
What are they thinking?
We won't kill you two.
I know we dragged you into this, but please stay out of it.
Yes. Our target is...
Me, and me alone?
Let's do this.
Naofumi-sama...
I understand.
I'll kick your *s if you're gonna be mean to Master!
Prioritize rescuing the soldiers and crew.
Move them to the remaining ships.
What about the heroes? They fell into the water.
The adventurers in their parties have gone to their aid.
Let them handle it.
M-Melty-sama?
Take me to where Naofumi is!
Huh? B-But we just barely brought Itsuki-sama back!
Just do it! Hurry up!
The same move again?!
Master!
What was that?
I didn't get hit, but I still got hurt.
Bejeweled...
Sin Flame!
I'm sorry.
What was that voice?
I see. You don't wish to fight him?
Is that the bracelet I made for her?
Therese!
It's fine. I'll go with a different one.
Drink up, you two.
'Kay!
That attack L'Arc just used...
Does it ignore defense?
No. If it did, I wouldn't take that much damage just from the tip.
Guess it's worth a shot.
Wow, I didn't expect you to use a defense-reversing attack.
Bingo.
The higher my target's defense, the more damage it deals.
In other words, it's the perfect move to use against the Shield Hero.
A trick question, huh?
Unfortunately, my policy is to fight fair and square.
I'll gladly tell you my secrets.
"Fair and square"? This is a fight to the death!
He's always like this.
The Wave isn't over yet.
Hurry up and beat these guys, so we can all go back home!
Wh-What?
Nothing.
L'Arc...
Sure, defense-reversing attacks will definitely mess me up.
But they won't do anything if I dodge them.
Besides, my Air Strike Shield and Second Shield should render them meaningless.
I can just use them if I must.
Naofumi! Why would you reveal your hand?!
It's fine.
We've both revealed our ace in the hole, eh?
Then... let's get right to it!
Filo!
Venom?
L'Arc!
Zweit Aqua Shell!
Illusion magic?
There!
You fell for it!
Dog Bite!
Produce a storm that blows our targets away!
Typhoon!
I knew you'd do that.
This is no time to be admiring them as worthy opponents.
It's kill or be killed. I know that.
But...
Isn't this fun, Naofumi?
We've got plenty left in the tank.
How about you guys?
Why are you goofing off?
Glass!
You came already, Glassy?
You kept me waiting far too long.
Who is that?
Just looking at her is making me shiver.
Glass... A mysterious woman who showed up in the last Wave.
And...
It looks like she's on their side.
We meet again, Naofumi.
Personally, I never wanted to see your face again.
Then...
Zero-Stance Rondo: Reverse Four Seasons.
Looking at his shield, it seems he wasn't going all-out.
What? What do you mean?
When he gets serious, he brings out a far more ominous shield.
Without using that shield, you hurt L'Arc this much
and even blocked my attacks completely.
You've grown stronger, Naofumi.
Gee, thanks for the compliment.
But that is why I must put you down with my own hands.