That's five wins in a row!
That's ten losses in a row!
Just how unlucky are you?
Here we are on a field trip,
and I'm already finished.
Come on, it's barely even started.
It's just a game, so you're overreacting.
Uh-huh.
In fact, you should think about it positively— that card absolutely loves you.
Okay, let's start the next round!
Having the Frenzied King of Dragons' love me doesn't make me happy!
Why, you! You! You!
Elzard...
Even if she was an enemy, I feel bad about her getting this treatment.
So this is the magic scholar Verda and the Champion Lydia.
How did those two end up like this?
Well, history typically exaggerates and idealizes anyway.
Wh-What?
Something's not right.
This is probably—
A-Ard, is this?!
Yes.
Welcome,
chosen ones.
The Greatest Demon Lord Is Reborn as a Typical Nobody
Are you a demon?
Humans tend to call the unknown evil.
In that sense, perhaps I am a demon, as well.
However, if you focus on my true nature, then I am no demon.
Then what are you?
If I were to express it using your language,
then the word "god" might be appropriate.
A god, you say?
We'll leave it at that for now.
So, what is it you desire from us?
There are an infinite number of worlds,
past and future repeating indefinitely.
Time gone by will never come back.
However, "that being" is trying to upset that order.
Trying to transcend those laws and alter the world.
That being's encounter with the Demon Lord
will greatly shake your world,
and one shall vanish.
I'm sorry, but could you please explain it so we can understand, too?
I want you to eliminate "that being."
I pray that you are the one to remain.
Now, farewell.
Where are we?
Th-That's...
Well, this is quite unexpected.
It would seem that we have been transported to ancient times.
W-We're in ancient times?
How can you tell that?
As you can see, there are two moons in the sky.
It's an impossible sight in our world.
Long ago, a certain event caused one of the moons to be lost.
It was an event that occurred during ancient times.
So you're saying we were sent to the ancient past?
Yes. Judging from the sights around us,
I believe we are in the Makina District of the Vardia Empire,
the great nation governed by Demon Lord Varvatos.
Assuming my memory is correct, that is.
The age of the Demon Lord's rule...
The Demon Lord?
That's right, he mentioned—
Yes.
Considering what that thing calling itself a god told us,
the Demon Lord should be alive during this time.
Which means...
we can assume we'll make progress
if we're able to get an audience with the Demon Lord.
A-An audience with the Demon Lord?!
Then we need to fulfill the request of this
self-proclaimed god-child and eliminate "that being".
Most likely, once we're able to achieve that...
We'll be able to return to our time!
Therefore,
our initial objectives should be meeting the Demon Lord and eliminating "that being."
Those are our two goals.
Yeah, but just telling us it's "that being" doesn't give us any clues, does it?
We'll meet the Demon Lord.
That will be our first objective, however...
Damn it!
Wh-What's that?
I'm certain that's a Death Stinger.
That thing is?!
That's completely different than the ones we know of!
This might be none of our business,
but shall we help her out?
A-A Death Stinger... in a single blow?
That's our Ardy!
This was nothing for Ard!
You're quite strong, aren't you?
Let me thank you for saving my subordinate.
Lady Olivia!
Who are you?
Have we met somewhere before?
U-Uh, um...
We, um...
My apologies.
These two envy and admire your reputation.
That's why they're overly affectionate.
Please go easy on them.
That so?
You're unfazed?
From so little, yes.
Very well. Then follow me.
Y-You know...
It feels like we're really in a legend.
You seem interested in the state of the city.
Yes. It's been a long time since I last visited this region.
What's your name?
I'm Ard Meteor.
May I ask why you've brought us here, Lady Olivia?
I'll be blunt. Ard Meteor, join our forces.
As you know, this is an age of powerful champions.
Those from beyond...
The Outer Ones are attacking.
Ever since, the demons they give birth to
have been clashing with humanity in intensifying battles.
The current state of the war is thanks to our king, Varvatos,
developing magic for humanity.
From what I can tell, you're quite talented at the use of magic.
Not to mention pulling off that level of destruction without a chant.
You could potentially contribute greatly to our cause.
I see.
And to put it another way, you can't allow someone with such power to roam free?
I have two conditions.
State them.
First is that you allow these two, Ireena and Ginny, to join, as well.
Ard!
Ardy...
You want them to die early?
I'll be sure to protect them.
So what's your other condition?
We'd also like to be enlisted as part of Lady Verda's forces.
Verda's?!
Do you understand the meaning of what you're suggesting?
Yes, of course I do.
What do you say?
A man of your combat prowess requesting logistical support...
Despite appearances, we're fledgling magic scholars.
Besides, I don't have much ambition.
True, most of her troops are scholars or researchers.
They're not good at combat, so their missions are mostly logistics and healing.
They do have the lowest casualty rate in our army.
If you're willing to accept those conditions,
then we'll serve His Majesty starting today.
Very well.
I'll use my authority to place you directly under her.
This is... the Magic Scholar Verda's research center...
So this is where we'll be stationed?
If we're in her army, the chances those two will be exposed to danger drops drastically.
Sitting back under Verda's command is the safest place for us to be in this era.
Though it pains me greatly to do that.
It settled down?
Was there an accident?
You're both too naïve.
Our hell has only just begun.
What a huge success!
I knew I could do it! This experiment went perfectly!
Hmm?
My, my, we have some cute guests here.
Did you see, did you? Just now?
My genius is exploding out again!
Physically, too!
Just kidding.
Uh, um, was this all right?
The research center was completely wrecked.
Won't Lady Verda be angry?
This happens all the time.
Not mad at all.
Though what business did you have with me?
We have something to discuss with Lady Verda.
If she's in, we'd like you to call her for us, but more importantly, is she okay?
What are you two talking about?
Verda's right here, you know.
Huh?
I'm Verda!
The beautiful, genius girl and magic scholar!
Got it now?!
Huh?!
My goodness, you're so rude.
Didn't your parents teach you not to judge a book by its cover?
Yeah, but...
This is just...
Anyway, just wait here.
I'll restore the research center now.
Wow!
People joining my service? That's rare.
Are you big fans or something?
I guess my time has finally come!
This girl really is Lady Verda, isn't she?
I-It's still hard to believe...
I'm not sure I want to believe it...
Anyway, I know you came here with Olivia's introduction.
So?
That's the not the only reason, is it?
Then allow me to explain who we are.
The future?!
You all came from the future?! Seriously? For real?! You mean it?!
I was already getting close to the existence of
a higher-dimensional being that wasn't the old gods or the Outer Ones,
but I didn't think it would get proven like this!
Oh, man! My excitement is through the roof!
U-Um...
Lady Verda?
Oh, right, right.
Anyway, I understand your situation.
I'll take you all in.
I'll help you all find a way back to your time, too.
Thank goodness.
However, in return...
Hello!
Yeesh...
S-Sylphy?!
No, something's different about her.
I found you!
I'm not letting you escape this time, you fool!
Just give it up this time!
Go ahead and get her! Big Sis Lydia!
Lydia?!
That's the legendary...
...Champion!
Verda, you bitch!
I've been telling you you're not sending enough support units!
Are you mocking me?!
Send us twice as many damn troops!
If you don't, I'll shove my hand so far up your ass, it'll reach your brain!
Now, now, calm down, Lydie.
I'm pretty sure I sent a sufficient number of support units.
Like I've been saying!
It's high time for something really bad to show up, you hear?!
My intuition's screaming at me!
Fine, then. You can use those three.
Huh?
Who are those—
What's your name, young lady?
Huh? M-Me? I-I'm Ginny.
How about it, young lady?
Care to join me for a dreamy time at my villa right now?
Huh? W-Wait, wh-what do you mean?
That reaction. Are you...
You're kidding me, right?!
You're a succubus and you're a virgin?
What the hell? That's great!
Wh-What?!
You've got a nice ass, young lady.
Ah, hey, n-not there!
Ardy!
What the hell are you doing?
My apologies, but we just arrived in the city today,
so these ladies are quite worn out.
So please restrain yourself, in various senses of the phrase.
Why, you!
Don't go interfering with another person's romance!
Romance?
Are you sure you don't mean "sex crime"?
Huh?! Are you picking a fight?!
Step outside!
Very well.
A-Ard!
Ardy!
You two wait here please.
You're always like this.
Always such an awful disposition.
Huh?! What did you say to me?! Huh?!
You're not bad.
You weren't as impressive as I expected.
You're not very convincing with your face so beat up.
Your own face looks like a goblin's, too.
Serves you right.
Sheesh, what an awful era.
I want to return to the modern era already.
Honestly, you're one interesting bastard.
Ard, was it?
You bring those two with you and come be our support units.
To be honest, I'd like to tell you to come to the front lines.
But you have your reasons, right?
Otherwise you wouldn't join up under Verda.
If you can pick up on that much,
then please don't ask the unreasonable.
I need your power.
Don't make me spell it out.
It's embarrassing.
Can I ask you one thing?
What's that?
I've heard you're on good terms with His Majesty.
Would it be possible for us to get an audience with him?
You want to meet him?
Yes.
I don't mind that,
but even if I put in a good word, he'll hate the idea.
True.
If you want to meet him, then go accomplish something and win his trust.
He'll only open up to those he trusts.
Very well.
All right! It's settled, then!