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This is a valid argument from a geopolitical perspective, but from a cultural anthropological standpoint, it is not appropriate.

Strange techniques such as magic and spells exist in the cultures of every country.

While powerful magic societies and organizations are indeed mostly in Europe, it doesn't mean that magic in those regions is the only orthodox or mainstream practice.

In fact, since modern times, many Western magicians have devoted themselves to the study of Eastern spiritual civilization.

For example, Indian esoteric practices, which mainly involve yoga and mantras.

The arts of Jiangnan, including Taoism, Feng Shui, and the Five Elements theory.

Japan, the land of samurai, is also a suitable subject of study. There are many Western magicians who are particularly enthusiastic about it, and the Japanese unique belief in the eight million gods is also a popular research topic.

Surprisingly, the Mariya family had close ties with such foreign researchers.

The Mariya family were originally courtiers in the Kyoto region, but they were of very low social standing and were neither wealthy nor of noble birth.

This bloodline has produced women with exceptional spiritual power many times over the generations.

Yuri in the modern era is also one

For hundreds of years, it has been a custom to entrust such women to shrines and temples to work as nuns or shrine maidens.

Because of this lineage, the family holds a considerable position in the fields of religion and magic.

Moreover, during the Meiji and Showa periods, the head of the Mariya family, who was granted the title of baron, was a socialite who enjoyed Western culture.

Westerners often associate with people who have knowledge of magic.

The Maritani family warmly welcomes researchers visiting Japan for fieldwork and provides them with convenient facilities. If guests come from Europe, they are often invited to visit and explore the country.

Therefore, although she appears to have grown up in a purely Japanese environment, Yuri has actually become accustomed to interacting with foreigners.

I can generally handle everyday conversations in English, and I also have experience traveling to Europe a few times.

Talented priestesses like Yuri Manori are extremely rare in Europe, so it's quite normal that the discovery by Voban's men, who were hunting down Voban for his exceptional magical abilities, attracted the attention of the Marquis of Voban, who wanted to hold another ritual to summon the 'disobedient god'.

Saya Miyako, who was also a priestess, was much less capable as a priestess, so she was not considered a target by Marquis Voban because of her weaker spiritual power.

However, Shirou is currently surrounded by an excessive number of shrine maidens. Not only is Yuri Mariya, the most powerful shrine maiden in Japan, but Princess Alice, a witch whose spiritual power is unmatched in all of Europe and is also known as the "White Shrine Maiden Princess," is also by his side.

Leaving them aside, Erica and Liliana, while inferior to Princess Alice, are still very powerful witches.

Given Marquis Voban's personality, he would naturally be envious upon learning that Shirou had so many 'materials' for a summoning ritual. At that time, Marquis Voban, who was absolutely confident in his own strength, would not be able to wait any longer and would rush over to him.

"The 'King', Marquis Voban, is a god-slayer who only appeared in the 18th century. He is also known as the 'Wolf King'. His subjects are all the magic societies in Northern Europe. His many powers are collectively named the representative 'Greedy Wolves'."

The title 'Greedy Wolves' is a name given to Marquis Voban for the many powers he possesses; it has no real meaning, but merely highlights the extent of his authority.

Erica continued to tell Shirou about Marquis Voban, even though he already knew about it, he didn't deliberately mention it in front of the girl.

There's nothing wrong with giving a knight princess who has sworn allegiance to you and is even willing to give you her body a chance to prove herself.

"I believe that Marquis Voban is very likely to challenge Your Majesty today, because we have gathered several witches and priestesses here, which is a very prominent resource in the world. He will not give up."

In fact, Erica was still somewhat worried. After all, her "King" was going to face Marquis Voban, the oldest god-slayer. The other party had ten powers, and was not only powerful but also flexible and unpredictable, making him difficult to deal with. As far as Erica knew, the only one who could match him was Luo Hao, the Five Prisons Master of Jiangnan, who had the nickname "Martial Arts King".

The "King" to whom he served had only been a "Godslayer" for about two months, yet he had already defeated seven "Disobedient Gods" in a short period of time. Such a record was unprecedented in history.

Shirou, leaning back in his office chair, listened to Erica's report on Marquis Voban, comparing it with the information he already knew.

"There isn't much of a discrepancy..."

As Shirou murmured this, a flash of lightning suddenly streaked across his pale golden eyes.

"coming."

Shirou stood up and went to the window to look out at the city.

"You can wait here."

With an unyielding tone, Shirou uttered those words, his figure already entering the realm of divine speed, transforming into a golden lightning bolt that shot into the sky.

"Is this the 'Godslayer'...?"

Yuri Mariya watched this scene with some shock.

"It seems that Miss Wanli Valley still has no impression of the power of the 'Godslayer'."

Erica smiled.

Yuri Mariya shook her head somewhat timidly.

"I fainted when I was used as a ritual sacrifice and didn't get to witness the Demon King's power firsthand..."

I don't know whether this is lucky or unlucky.

Now, as Mariya Yuri was about to witness the magnificent spectacle of the Demon King's battle, her heart began to race.

……

Godslayers can easily sense each other's presence.

So now Shirou easily knows the location of Marquis Voban, and the same goes for Marquis Voban.

The two people on the horizon were scrutinizing each other.

Although the old man looked to be in his twilight years, his energy and spirit were more vigorous than those of a young man in his prime, and his sharp eyes were as untamed as a wolf's.

"Ha, Orihara Shirou, huh? Less than two months after becoming a 'Godslayer,' he's already slain seven 'Undead'..."

"The 'god' of that place has truly impressed me."

Although he spoke words that seemed to be words of praise, Marquis Voban's eyes were fixed on his prey.

Marquis Voban, who had slaughtered a bunch of 'disobedient gods', looked at the red-haired boy who was also suspended in the sky and revealed a ferocious and arrogant smile.

A chilling power emanated from his tall, thin body, and his sharp, emerald-green evil eyes shone like the pupils of a tiger.

Chapter Sixty-One: The Explosion of Ten Powers

"I didn't expect so many 'offerings' to be gathered here. I don't need to waste my time searching for them."

Marquis Voban revealed a triumphant smile, his disdainful gaze sweeping between the high-rise building and the young man in front of him.

"Speaking of which, I really have to thank you. Their spiritual power is very abundant. I think even if we summon several 'disobedient gods', we can withstand this kind of consumption."

As Marquis Voban's gaze swept over her, Yuri Mariya, who was inside the building, trembled slightly in fright.

What Marquis Voban is going to do this time is bound to be the same thing he did two years ago. After all, two years ago, in order to complete the "summoning of the gods" spell, which is considered extremely difficult in many high magic spells, Voban gathered talented witches from all over Europe in order to use their magical powers to summon disobedient gods.

As for Yuri Mariya, who happened to be invited to Europe by an acquaintance in Austria during the summer vacation, it can only be said that she was unfortunate. The only fortunate thing is that she survived.

But precisely because she survived, she now faces the prospect of being targeted by the Demon King again, and Yuri Mariya even felt saddened by her fate.

At this moment, Marquis Voban was looking at Shirou with great interest.

"I can sense your powerful aura. If you were given enough time, you would likely continue to grow stronger. Unfortunately, you have met me today."

Marquis Voban felt like a lone wolf toying with a lamb, and spoke with ease.

He possesses ten powers, while the boy opposite him, who has only been a 'Godslayer' for less than two months, has at most seven powers.

Although the difference in the number of powers is not significant, Voban believes that he has already mastered the proficiency of the powers, while this newly promoted 'Godslayer' can only have mastered them in two months.

Voban has thoroughly studied the timing of the release of powers and their combinations.

Now, in this battle where the outcome was almost certain, Voban felt there was no need to continue, because he was certain to win in the end. Thinking of this, Voban couldn't help but reveal a sinister and twisted smile, looking at the boy in front of him and gently shaking his head.

"Too weak."

Marquis Voban smiled cruelly as he made this assessment, then activated his powers.

"Let me show you what a true demon king is!"

In the next instant, the wind and clouds suddenly rose, thick dark clouds gathered, and bursts of thunder and ever-spreading lightning filled the sky.

This is precisely one of Voban's ten powers, "Stormy Weather"!

This is the power that Marquis Voban usurped from the triune wind gods: Wind God, Rain Master, and Thunder God.

Because of the killing of a god in Jiangnan, Marquis Woban and the leader of the Luohao Cult formed a feud.

The full nature of this power is to summon storms and manipulate wind, rain, thunder, and lightning.

When Voban is in high spirits due to the influence of his power, a violent storm will rage around him.

This ability is highly versatile. It can be used to direct lightning strikes towards a target, prevent clothes from getting soaked in strong winds and snow, manipulate the atmosphere to fly freely in the air, regulate the climate around itself, and maintain a suitable temperature.

Voban once used this power to destroy Zadar, a port city in Dalmatia with an area of ​​194 square kilometers, in 1854!

The changes didn't stop there; Marquis Voban's eyes were also covered with an eerie purple.

Shirou's body, which was scanned by those eyes, began to show signs of saltification.

"The Eye of Sodom..."

Shirou read out the name of this power.

That was the power that Marquis Voban had usurped from the ancient Roman hero Horatios Cocles, the 'one-eyed god of war'.

Any creature that Voban sees, regardless of its number, will turn into pillars of salt. It is named after the divine punishment that destroyed Sodom in the Old Testament.

However, this power can only temporarily saltify a part of the body of gods and god-slayers, so it is used as a melee aid when fighting them.

During activation, vision is enhanced, allowing one to see several kilometers away, and the ability to see through objects is gained, making it possible to ignore obstructions.

There is no limit to its power; if necessary, it can turn all the citizens of Tokyo into salt without leaving the spot.

"Hmph, kid, you don't actually think I'll slowly fight you with each power one by one, do you?"

Marquis Voban looked at Shirou, whose legs were showing signs of salting, and a sly smile appeared on his face.

He enjoys the thrill of unleashing multiple powers in an instant and then watching his opponent's terrified eyes as he is instantly defeated!

"Hahaha! It's not over yet! Come out, 'Wolf of Ragnarok'!"

!!

Along with Marquis Voban's arrogant laughter appeared the skull of Fenrir, which was over sixty meters long.

That was the power that Marquis Voban had usurped from Fenrir, the 'end wolf' of Norse mythology.

It can transform into or summon a giant Fenrir skull over 60 meters long, which then devours its target.

Fenrir swallowed the sun at the end of the world, thus making him very effective against the sun god's power.

If it were to hit the ground from the air, it would cause damage similar to that of a crane with a diameter of hundreds of meters.