Frilian at Elden Ring

Frillie has no intention of backing down.

We came here to investigate the enemy situation; if we just run away easily, wouldn't we have wasted our trip?

"Melina, what's wrong with that giant? His internal organs have been ripped out, and he's chained up. He's not like a normal soldier."

"They are called mountain demons, and they are burdened with sin..."

It turns out that the giant monster's belly once housed the eye of an evil god, symbolized by flames and filled with destructive power. To restrain the vessel, the goddess Marika punished the mountain demon by transforming it into its current form, and the Golden Dynasty essentially used the mountain demon as a slave.

It is indeed a useful combat unit. Its size alone can intimidate the villains, and it is as powerful as a squad. Therefore, there are not many troops stationed in the Storm Pass.

According to the commander's plan, this area and the area in front of the light card are considered to be part of the same defensive line, supporting each other. However, no one expected that someone would kill them so quickly.

"However, in some places, those who are born as mountain trolls are treated with respect and can even use magical abilities."

In order to ensure that the person whose skin had faded had objective information, Melina didn't give a definitive answer and described the information she knew.

Opinions vary.

"I don't know much about conflicts of faith, but if the Fire God is indeed evil, it must be eradicated. I have seen creatures that are eternally evil and incapable of empathy; destruction is their destiny."

For example, the demons never gave Frilian a good impression.

Since it is an evil god, it should naturally be eliminated and suppressed.

If one day she becomes the Queen of Elden, she will teach the troublemakers a lesson and not let them run rampant.

Getting back to the main point, the existence of the mountain demons makes war even more necessary. As an enemy we will definitely have to deal with frequently in the future, we can't afford not to adapt early. So, the decision has already been made.

"Should we prepare for battle? I must remind you, Storm Pass is an insurmountable barrier. The enemy has the advantage of terrain. Apart from Stoneville City, this place is probably the most threatening."

"I know."

"I know your strength. In short, try to avoid getting too seriously injured and finish this quickly."

In reality, she didn't know what level Frilian was at, as she hadn't encountered an opponent who could test her strength.

The Storm Pass is heavily guarded and difficult to break through by a single soldier. It seems that this time we will finally witness the power of the newcomer, the Fading One. That's why Melina advised him to make a quick getaway if things look bad.

But then they overheard their partner considering something else:

"If we make too much of a fuss, it might attract the attention of Stoneville City. I'll try a different approach, though it might take more time."

As soon as she finished speaking, Frilian recalled the spirit horse and simultaneously cast a powerful magic shield on the brass shield.

Then the Farron Rapier was attached to the staff. Melina had seen the power of this move before; it was versatile, changing in size and length, and capable of dealing damage over a large area.

Go to war.

The silver-haired girl stood there casually in front of the Storm Gate.

The first attack came from arrows, but they were easily deflected by the unremarkable brass shield. The next moment, Frilian leaped forward, almost becoming a blur as she charged. Her powerful physical attributes translated into exceptional agility, and in an instant, she killed the two leading Grik soldiers, her sweeping magic sword shattering the wooden stakes.

"Enemy attack! It's an enemy attack—"

Why weren't we notified at the checkpoint?

Caught off guard, the Grik soldiers tried to regroup, but the silver-haired girl had already stormed in. In narrow terrain, the faster party becomes the prey for the slower one; this is the hunting ground.

The Franz Swift Sword lives up to its name, truly matching its movements; every strike sweeps across a large area.

Unlike the vast plains ahead of the pass, there is always some time to prepare when facing cavalry coming from afar.

The Storm level relies too much on early warning, partly because the visibility is poor and it's easy to get ambushed. As a result, Frilian is now making solo runs and dominating the battlefield.

boom!

A mountain demon descended from the sky, its massive size and kinetic energy causing a small earthquake as it fell.

The silver-haired girl lightly leaped to avoid the shockwave, but the ordinary Grik soldiers were in big trouble. They were immediately thrown into the air and crashed, some even losing consciousness and becoming motionless.

"Idiot, what the hell are you doing!"

"Aim carefully before you shoot."

However, no one could keep up with Frilian's movements. The huge troll was now a sitting duck. It felt the blade slice across its ankle and immediately lost its balance and fell.

With another loud crash, the soldiers lost consciousness.

When they lost consciousness, they couldn't understand when such a powerful figure had appeared in Ningmgefu. Since there was no support from the front lines, it meant he had been eliminated without anyone noticing. This person had fought two consecutive battles and was unstoppable! Their chances of survival were slim.

As expected, Frilian dodged left and right, relentlessly beating up the army and single-handedly blocking the storm checkpoint.

Melina, watching from afar, was already used to it; it seemed that the limit of the Faded Ones still hadn't been reached. But what amazed her even more was something else:

Combat style.

It's remarkable if a person can adapt to one fighting style throughout their life, but Frilian, as a top mage, possesses so many warrior qualities. You don't think that using a magic greatsword to kill someone is considered a mage, do you?

Clearly, her skills beyond the borders were unfathomable, and the mere Grik soldiers could not fathom her true abilities.

Melina believed that the outcome of the Storm level was already predetermined.

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Chapter 14 The Unknown Frilline

The Grek soldiers never expected that Frilian, dressed as a mage, was so skilled in warrior techniques.

That swordsmanship was exquisite, and when combined with the ever-changing magical greatsword, it would reap the enemy's lives once it charged into the formation; no one could withstand a single blow.

The momentum is overwhelming.

At this moment, the Storm Gate was flashing with magical light. It was the arc of light trailed by the silver-haired girl moving at high speed. The azure magic easily cut through the armor, causing the target to fall without any resistance.

"No, we can't fight head-on, we need to retreat."

"No retreating. Let the mountain demons hold the line, and send someone back to Stoneville to fetch reinforcements."

In the chaos, they managed to form a human wall to try and buy time for a fast horse. It wasn't far from here to the city wall, and if they could get reinforcements, they would have a fighting chance.

Whoosh!

Unexpectedly, a magical arrow suddenly appeared in the air and pierced through the two men and their horses.

The soldiers were stunned, for the arrow had traversed hundreds of meters, easily bypassing their own defenses and striking the target with astonishing skill. Every move she made demonstrated that this person was extraordinary. Was she going to challenge the demigod who possessed the fragments of the Elden Ring all by herself today?

"I will not let you go."

Frilian's icy voice made them tense, as the silver-haired girl's rising magic power gradually intensified, suggesting a swift victory.

"Of course, if you are willing to surrender and submit, that's not out of the question... How should one gather subordinates and become king?"

"You mere faded one, how dare you, an unknown being, covet the throne? In this borderland, only a monarch possessing a fragment of the Law Ring has legitimate legal authority, not to mention you have the lowly characteristics of a demi-human."

One of the soldiers gestured with his ear.

Despite their fear, they firmly believed in Grek's power, and since ancient times, the legal authority of the border region has been recognized by the Elden Ring of Law. What are nobodies?

Frilian couldn't take this level of mockery to heart. The key was that she now knew the fragments of the magic ring had such great significance. Melina's retelling of the perception wasn't strong enough; the soldiers' respectful expressions before her eyes spoke volumes.

The fragments not only symbolize the crown, but as a great rune, they also possess extraordinary power.

Using fragments signifies both legitimacy and membership in a dual-endorsement system, something that ordinary people cannot covet.

"Then hurry up."

After speaking, Frilian raised her staff high, lowering the height of the Farron Arrow Rain to avoid making too much noise, but its penetrating power was even greater.

The line of Grik soldiers was wiped out on the spot.

The mountain demon managed to hold out for a few moments, but ultimately couldn't escape defeat. She brandished her staff in one hand and raised her shield in the other, pressing down on the enemy lines step by step. Actually, it was no longer necessary, as their forces crumbled within a few rounds, and some runes flowed into their bodies.

The storm level environment was not as open as the area in front of the level. The narrow terrain actually made it easier for Frilian to eliminate the enemies, and soon the area became quiet.

She approached a dying soldier and asked, "Where is Grek in the city?"

"Don't think about it!"

"Then why don't you tell me just how amazing he is?"

"Hmph, Lord Grek possesses the main part of the Ring of Power fragment, and with his limb-splitting skills, he can fight with countless weapons. You cannot comprehend the power of the Golden Clan's bloodline. We are under the Golden Dynasty's command, and we will not side with you—"

Before he could finish speaking, Frilian granted him release. There's no need to be hesitant when dealing with enemies; one should act decisively when necessary. The soldiers' loyalty was indeed surprising.

In reality, what are lords? They'd all run away long ago. Honor and loyalty are becoming increasingly rare in the war against the demons.

Is it because it's a game that things are a bit idealistic? Without thinking too much, she began cleaning up the battlefield.

Melina then appeared.

“Frilian, if you want to become the King of Elden, it is indeed more feasible to conquer one region at a time. After all, the royal city of Rodel is protected by the Blessed King, and to truly enter it, we might have to fight the third siege of Rodel.”

"Don't be fooled by their indomitable spirit. In fact, the symbolism of the fragments of the French Ring is the most important. Having it is like having a crown."

"However, the support of some powerful nobles is still needed. There are still some normal human settlements in Nymgford, and the support of the people is indispensable."

Since the faded person is interested, she will offer advice.

Upon hearing this, the silver-haired girl nodded.

“As they say, I am currently unknown, after all, I am a newcomer.” She always took it easy. “In any case, Stoneville City should not be so easy to conquer, it’s not too late to conquer it later.”

"You need two large runes to enter the royal city. If possible, I suggest you have as many as you can."

"understood."

"The effects of the fragments wielded by different demigods don't have a significant difference in strength; the key is how they are used in different situations." Suddenly, Melina's eyes lit up. "You can use more than one type of ashes, and perhaps you can also contain more than one Great Rune. Wouldn't that make you a god?"

“I have no interest in being a god. It’s not good that Marika, who is clearly supreme, is being mistreated.”

“It’s just talk. The one who fades is destined to be king. I think you’re indeed suited to lead the charge. The borderlands are governed by the laws of God, and the king conquers and rules over them.”

Could you elaborate on the Great Rune?

It was a must-have, not only because of the seal on the royal city, but also because the power within it interested Frilian.

Melina recounted the information she knew: all the demigods of the Golden Clan had been granted fragments of the magic ring, which was why there was the Fragment War back then. Now she would explain in detail the corresponding positions.