Vol. 12 - Ch. 752 - The Defense War at the Heavenly Sandal Kingdom 4 - 3rd POV

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The appearance of a giant figure—a golem, rivalling a behemoth, in the sky of Heavenly Sandal Kingdom attracted everyone's attention. 

Made possible with the power of 25 golem masters—16 of them held Magic Crag Emperor job, while 9 of them had Magic Crag King job —the golem in all its new glory displayed its gleaming, obsidian hue of adamantite, and inlaid over it were numerous geometric patterns, each exuding a crimson glow. 

For one that exists above the cloud, it was fine weather for the Heavenly Kingdom. However the appearance of the 250 meter tall golem easily casted a shadow over, interrupting the sunshine. Eveveryone—citizens of kingdom, dragonkin, and beastkin—gasped at the anomaly. 

The Golem slowly lowered its altitude from 100 metres, and stopped at 30 metres above ground.

It was made possible by the endeavour of Meruru and Tam-Tam. After gaining a soul at the conclusion of their battle with Dungeon Master Digragni—it hadn’t even been a year since they achieved it—they remained steadfast on their effort, crossed the gate of trial, went through training in the Earth Training, helped out Hero Helmios in his trial, and gradually expanded their potential. And now, Tam-Tam had grown enough to have S-rank potential, «Techno Weapon». 

Meruru himself had acquired much power through his dealings with Allen, like blessing «Strong», divine techniques «Divine Mega Fusion», and «Descent of Dungeon Master». He had contributed a lot as an individual too. 

Allen’s party member knew about the golem, but Abigail and dragonkins were perplexed if the newcomer was a friend or foe. 

"Is it... on our side? Someone from Allen's team?" Abigail murmured. 

«Indeed, they're our ally. Let the golem be at the forefront, it's  going to be our shield!!»

After clearing the confusion, Merle transmitted his command through Bird F's skill, bringing others out of daze. Their priority right now was to secure their formation.

[Name] Tam-Tam

[Age] 0

[Type] Techno Weapon

[Blessing ①] Digragni (Strong)

[Potential] S

[Pilot] Meruru

[Rank] Adamantite

[Strength] 50,000 (Slate) + 12000 (True Super Alloy) 

[Mana] 50,000 + 12000

[Attack] 50,000 + 12000

[Endurance] 50,000 + 12000

[Agility] 50,000 + 12000

[Intelligence] 50,000 + 12000

[Luck] 50,000 + 6000

[Blessing ②] All stats +10,000, Quick Transformation +30%, Function Deployement Speed +30%

[Potential Stats] - All stats +100,000

[Function] Strengthening (9), Output (9), Acceleration (9), Light Bullet (9), Gravity Canon (9), Reserve Capacity (9), Homing Bullet, Boomerang Bullet (9), Satellite (9), Artificial Intelligence (9), Inventory (9)

—Slate Overview (Total Slot 35)

[5] Main Body Slate

[2] Giant Slate 

[3] Mega Giant Slate 

[6] Enhancement Slate (Attack Power) ×6

[5] Enhancement Slate (Agility) ×5

[5] Offensive Slate: Power Charge

[5] Offensive Slate (Vulcan Cannon)

[5] Defensive Slate (Repulsion Barrier)

※: Number in [ ] indicates number of slate slots used

—Status of the 25-Pilot Divine Mega Fusion Golem—

[Pilot] 25 Golem Masters

[Rank] Adamantite and Hihiirokane

[Strength] 50,000 (Slate) + 150,000 (*Skill Buff - Ref below) 

[Mana] 50,000 + 150,000

[Attack] 50,000 + 150,000

[Endurance] 50,000 + 150,000

[Agility] 50,000 + 150,000

[Intelligence] 50,000 + 150,000

[Luck] 50,000 + 150,000

[Blessing ②] All stats +10,000, Quick Transformation +30%, Function Deployement Speed +30%

[Potential Stats] - All stats +100,000

[Function] Strengthening (9), Output (9), Acceleration (9), Light Bullet (9), Gravity Canon (9), Reserve Capacity (9), Homing Bullet, Boomerang Bullet (9), Satellite (9), Artificial Intelligence (9), Inventory (9)

Slate List (Max capacity: 388* slots)

[125] Main Body Slate

[50] Giant Slate

[75] Mega Giant Slate

[10] Enhancement Slate (Strength): 10×5,000

[10] Enhancement Slate (Mana): 10×5,000

[18] Enhancement Slate (Attack Power): 18×5,000

[10] Enhancement Slate (Endurance): 10×5,000

[10] Enhancement Slate (Agility): 10×5,000

[10] Enhancement Slate (Intelligence): 10×5,000

[10] Offensive Slate: Power Charge: 5×2

[10] Offensive Slate (Plasma Cannon): 5×2

[20] Defensive Slate (Repulsion Barrier): 5×2

[20] Defensive Slate (Magic Barrier): 5×2

[10] Mobility Slate (Drive Wheels): 5×2

※ Number in [ ] indicates number of slate slots used

※ Effects of enhancement slates are not reflected in the status section

[Divine Technique «Divine Mega Fusion» Overview]

1. Up to 5 super fusion golems (minimum 3) can combine to form an even mightier golem. The corresponding stature of golem changes on number of super fusion golems—

«Three units: 150 meters tall»

«Four units: 200 meters tall»

«Five units: 250 meters tall»

2. The base stats from slates are taken from the golem used by the divine technique's user

3. Skill buffs from all golem masters are distributed across all stats

4. If there are available slots in the Magic Disk (or Magic Cube), additional slate types may be used. However, transformation-type slates like "Falcon" or "Elephant" are restricted

5. Consumes all spiritual energy and mana of all pilots

6. Duration: 1 hour

7. Cooldown: 1 day

[Skill Buff Calculator]

1. Merle: Magma Emperor (★5), Extra Mode, Skill Level 2: 12,000 × 1 person

2. Admiral Garala's party: All Magma Emperor's (★5) Normal Mode

  Skill Level 2: 6,000 × 14 people

3.  General Zaurele: Magma Emperor (★5), others (★4)

  Skill Level 2: 6,000 × 1 + 4,800 × 9

——1 + 2 + 3 = 12,000 + (6,000×14) + (4,800×9) = 150,000

[Magic Disk's Slot Calculation Method]

1. Merle's Magic Cube: 36 Slots

2.  Admiral Garala's party: Average 18 Slots × 14 people

3. General Zaurele’s team: 10 Slots × 10 people

——1 + 2 + 3 = 36 + (18×14) + (10×10) = [388]

[Golem Master's Respective Role - During Fusion]

Head – Brain Master: Strategy, transformation commands, scanning, computation

Right Arm – Power Hand: Ranged attacks, slashes, projectile fists

Torso – Charge Body: Stability, magic circulation, fusion maintenance & release

Left Arm – Guard Hand: Defense, healing

Both Legs – Sonic Foot: Movement, acceleration, jumping, flight

The Divine Mega Fusion was the very wall they had hoped for. 

But this didn’t perturb the demons; even when the giant of golem appeared, they remained steadfast, and halted their attacks to solidify  their formation, putting their defense before anything else.

However, to defenders, it was also a valuable moment of respite. It allowed others to recover, with Keel helping out. 

«Woah, where did that big thing drop from... See, now that's what I call a thrilling situation!!»

«We're not here to play, Bask! That thing is so choking with mana, so stop being reckless. Rather, check out that Gaia guy, he’s trying to attack. Do something about him!!»

The appearance of golem instantly attracted Bask's interest, his red eyes gleaming with desire to snatch it. He rushed for it, excited to gain a new toy, but Onuba reprimanded him, turning his attention toward another threat.

The Earth God Gaia had been making non-stop earthen dolls, assisting the defenders in pushing back demons. It was clear Gaia needed to be kept out making those dolls, and that's what Onuba urged Bask for. 

"Heh, so you are sure you can fight well this time, eh?"

«Absolutely. Grrr!»

Dogora and Shea shifted their attention when they noticed Bask’s movement. Earth God's help was one of the cornerstones; his created earthen dolls, surging endlessly, protected dragonkins, as well giving them a chance to fight back. 

Meanwhile, Gandira, too, had trained his attention on the newcomer golem.  The demons, made to transform into evil incarnations, shared a similar vigilance. Neither rushed forward, quietly analysing the opponent’s ability.

«...The target's confirmed to possess overwhelming mana. Mission clearance probability 80%. Director Shinonom, please teleport the additional units.»

At the end of his analysis, Gandira decided to seek the support of Shinonom, who currently had been at Space-Time God's territory. 

Inside the Divine Mega Fusion Golem, Meruru took a glance at the situation of Divine Realm from a 360 perspective, the huge screen inside the cockpit feeding the live situation. Beside the huge screen, there were also other screens of varying sizes equipped around it, each projecting live feed of the outside situation from varying angles, like back, legs, or head.

"Alright, dragonkins have retreated to rearguard. Now, slowly lower the altitude until the golem touches the ground, but keep the «Flight» in usage until then. Remember, be slow; we wouldn't want to startle dragonkin anymore."

"Y-yes, sir. Flight Engaged!!"

Inside the cockpit, the operators of each golems had come together. Like quiz platforms, there were five of them placed around, equipped with interfaces. Each platform was occupied by a group of 5 dwarves, and were in charge of Head, Torso, Right Hand, Left Hand, and Legs Units. 

The golem masters nervously replied to Meruru's command, and activated «Flight». Five magic circles appeared beneath the golem's feet, directing its movement. 

When they saw the golem moving, dragonkins further retreated to give it more headroom.

"W-what tremendous power... argh!?"

"General, you're nosebleeding!!"

Zaurele expressed his admiration at the power he could feel from golem when suddenly his words cut short, his nose bleeding out. Apparently, as the member overseeing Head Unit, the information he was being filled over on how to operate the Divine Golem had overloaded his brain.

"Hmm, it seems you lack intelligence stats, Zaurele. It’s the foremost stat to operate Head Unit without being overwhelmed, and to maximize its ability. It can also cause the collapse of Divine Golem. You’re going to see even more impact, so brace yourself!"

"I, I see. Understood."

One thing about Zaurele was that his army's rank was always higher than Galara back at Bowkis Empire. The situation persisted even when they joined Allen's army, except he now listens to Allen. 

Despite that, even he was feeling overwhelmed by the situation. The responsibility of shouldering the Head Unit was not simple. 

When Meruru explained the reason, and what he lacked, Zaurele immediately took out the accessories and rings from the magic bag, while also receiving them from his subordinate, and equipped them to ease his headache.

«Wait, I will assist you in the operation.»

Tam-Tam's voice reverberated inside the cockpit, extending a helping hand to the dwarves, to shoulder some of the burden. 

Soon, Divine Golem had lowered enough to drop on the ground without causing impact to the nearby dragonkin. Then, without further delay, it took its steps toward the demon's formation. The ground trembled with each step it took.  

Just as golem was in range to crash out in their formation, demons finally returned to their senses, and began with their attacks, targeting it.

General Galara fired his command when they came face-to-face with the demon’s army.

"We're here. Channel the power into Leg Unit, and increase speed. Let's kick the hell out of those demons!"

"Understood!!"

Galara's command immediately met with energetic shouts. The golem suddenly picked up its acceleration, reaching a speed of several hundred metres per second, closing the distance in a moment. From the demon's perspective, it was like a golem was sliding on the clouds before it crashed into them. 

«Gahhhh!»

Divine Golem's stats in strength, including the enhancement slate, was as high as 290,000. While archdemons couldn't be one-shot with their 200,000 stats, they also had no way to tank it. 

At the impact, the golem easily kicked the 50 meter tall archdemons like soccer balls, regardless of how many buffs they'd overlapped. 

«......»

One of the archdemon was hurled to Gandira's position at tremendous speed. Gandira, seemingly finding him an eyesore, swatted him like a fly with his giant hand, causing its body to burst like a balloon.

At the end, in the path to Gandira, there were no more demons coming to fill the formation, everyone being kicked away. 'It is our chance,' Galara shouted, his voice laced with excitement, commanding their next move. 

"We can definitely close this distance in one breath! Now is the time to use  theRight Hand!!"

"Got it!! Let's go—Megaton Punch!!"

The remaining silver of distance was a breeze to close. Innumerable magic circles appeared at the fist of golem's right hand as Meruru and other dwarves controlled it. As the golem took its stance to throw a punch out, several jet propulsions appeared from the elbow and other spots to give it enhanced speed. 

«......Evasion Impossible.»

With the right hand curled into a fist, the punch squarely drove itself into Gandira's stomach. —*Boooom!* It was as if someone had detonated a bomb, a thunderous echo tear through the air, and blew Gandira some 100 metres behind, a fissure running through it.

T/N - Due to circumstances, we'd to drop the novel. We will be unlocking the remaining chapters everyday, saving Sunday. Also, if you prefer dungeon genre x light-hearted story, try out LET ME SPEND MONEY, DAMMIT!