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Okay, the magic energy flow is normal.

And we're linked to the transfer circle on the other end.

Boxxo, this might be none of my business,

Director Bear, I'm done checking the circle. It's usable.

but I'll relay your words if you wish to speak with Lammis.

It's true that I could talk with Lammis all I want, if I rely on Kikoyu...

Thank-s, n-o.

I see.

Forgive me for being intrusive.

I-s o-k-a-y, thank-s.

But yeah, I want to talk to Lammis on my own the first time.

There, success.

Okay, let's do this in order.

We can start with Kikoyu's group.

All right. Thank you.

And lastly, us.

Yeah.

I'm activating it.

Go ahead.

Hello there.

Huh? What was that?

Huh?! Why's there red light?!

What's going on?! I couldn't find anything wrong!

No! I don't want to be apart from Boxxo anymore!

I don't want us to be separated anymore either!

If we could at least all stay in one group...

I know!

Activate barrier!

Please, send us all to the same place!

Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon

On the outside, a rectangular steel box.

Hidden within is a human soul!

In a world of wonder, I go to and fro on the back of my partner Lammis!

Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon

I am Boxxo! Hello there!

That means "yes"!

The Dark Forest Stratum

Boxxo! Hulemy! Thank goodness!

Y-Yeah.

Okay, we're all together.

I've never seen this room before.

What's going on here?!

There was nothing wrong with the transfer circle!

And everybody besides us went through no problem!

Hulemy, I might have the wrong idea,

but I think red light was coming from on top of Boxxo when we transferred.

Huh?

So that's it.

A malfunction spell had been cast on Boxxo, not the transfer circle.

What do you mean?

There's a damn magic symbol stuck to his top.

I'll go ahead and get rid of it.

My top?

Oh! That's when it happened!

He really got us good!

What a troublemaker to have as an enemy.

Now, next time it won't malfunction.

Seems we have to wait a few days for the transfer circle's magic power to recharge.

This is the seventh stratum.

Um, that's the Dark Forest stratum?

I hear it's a pretty dangerous place, inhabited by lots of plant monsters.

Although from the look of things, nothing's been destroyed.

Why's a tree growing right in front of the entrance?

And the way it's shaped, it's like...

Doesn't it look like a person?

I've heard there are monsters on this stratum that turn people into trees.

It's bad news for women, children, and elderly who can't put up a fight.

It's hard to look at them, hearing that.

Someone must be here!

Over there!

I'll deal with the carrot fiends!

Sometimes their bodily fluids are harmful.

If you get any on your boots, give them to me later!

I'll help out!

Your assistance is appreciated.

Boxxo!

I've been waiting for you!

Food! Food!

"Boxxo!" "Boxxo!" "Boxxo!" "Boxxo!"

Shui, calm down!

Fried chicken-Grilled rice balls-Pasta with cream sauce-Hamburger combo Hot dog-French fries-Imagawayaki-Yakisoba-Takoyaki

So good!

Really! It's wonderful to have meat again!

I've had enough of veggies. This fatty meat is the best!

This place is naturally abundant and full of fields.

There are vegetables aplenty, but meat, not so much.

No wonder they're wolfing it down.

Mishuel isn't here?

Right, only Shui and I were sent here.

Ah, okay.

Well, with Mishuel's strength, he's probably fine no matter where he went.

But the houses haven't been destroyed, despite the monster assault.

The monsters of this stratum are extremely reluctant to harm vegetation.

Even in the case of felled trees.

That must make them really mad when you cut down trees to build a house.

That it does.

Apparently, you must go to great pains here to cut down even just one.

Were those trees in the village people after all?

Yes.

Those are elderlies, women, children, etc.

who inhaled the stratum lord's pollen during a previous monster attack.

I'm surprised anyone survived a stratum lord showing up.

Did they defeat it?

Oh no, they simply drove it away with fire.

But they only use it as a threat, for fear it could burn down the village.

Oh yeah, I do recall fire being banned on this stratum.

Indeed it is.

They could easily defeat it with fire, but the trees of this stratum are especially flammable.

The people who turned into trees, they won't turn back?

I hear they will, if the stratum lord is defeated.

Oh, okay!

But, how are you supposed to find that stratum lord in this forest?

Ah, simply finding it is easy.

That's it there.

What?!

That's way too big!

It might be taller than a skyscraper!

If something that big moved around, the forest trees would get knocked down.

I suppose that's one of the lord's powers.

When it does move, the trees get out of the way.

A stratum lord that can control plants in a forest, eh?

That wouldn't be easy to deal with.

Well, let's talk some more tomorrow.

You see the state everyone's in today.

I can't eat any more.

I'd say Shui won't be of any use for a while.

We'll be the ones to stand guard today.

You know, it's been forever since it was just you and me like this.

It sure has been, now that you mention it.

You might get mad if I say this now,

but I get the feeling I can do anything if I'm with you.

I feel that way too, Lammis.

Y-ea. Thank-s.

"Thanks" is an odd thing to say.

Huh? Wh-What's this bittersweet vibe?

Whoa, Lammis?!

Hold on a minute!

Um, what's happening here?

Are you telling me this is the start of an outrageous rom-com

between an inorganic object and a girl?!

Right, we're on watch. Too bad.

We've got to take it seriously, yeah.

Huh.

So lately, you've been eating these monsters?

That's right.

The vegetable monsters here taste pretty good, in their own way.

Besides, there's plenty of lumber, so thankfully I won't be running out of arrows.

Shui!

I brought you more arrows.

Thanks!

You got it!

The one with the oft-mentioned Boxxo on her back must be the Blessing of Might girl.

The name's Lammis.

Oh, okay. Sorry 'bout that.

I hear you fight bare-handed, Lammis.

Yeah, that's right.

What a waste of your Blessing of Might.

Come over to my shop.

I'll find you a good weapon.

Oh! So this is an otherworldly weapons shop!

But I don't need any weapons.

It can't hurt to look.

He said you could have whichever you want as thanks for Boxxo's food.

I knew there'd be all kinds here!

I'm surprised to see some with magic stones built in.

What do you think of my shop?

Feel free to look around.

What's this?

Oh, that one?

It's water-repellent, good in the hot or cold, and it performs wonderfully.

But it's also flashy, and well, it's not for sale.

What do you think, Boxxo?

Thank you very much.

Was that a compliment?

Y-ea.

Thanks.

I'm really surprised by how good it looks on her.

But then, just about anything would look good on Lammis.

I know, let's try getting him to sell it to us later.

Now then, this one's a type of magic item.

They get heavier the moment you pick one up.

Measuring stones, eh?

That's a pretty unusual magic item you've got there.

Sounds like you know your stuff.

Go on, try it out.

Oh, that's light.

You make it look easy.

Want to try holding it, Hulemy?

Sure, hand it ov—

Lammis! Take it! Take it!

Okay!

Looks like that was a close call.

Okay, let's skip over one. How about number three?

S-Seriously?

Sure, it's still totally light.

All right, how about the one at the end?

It's about as heavy as Boxxo!

Really?!

This is incredible!

I didn't think you were this strong!

Right! I'm gonna make you your ultimate weapon!

Oh!

This weapons merchant guy is practically on fire!

You really want to?

Oh yeah! I'm on it!

You know, we have yet to meet the director of this stratum.

Even though we dropped in at the Hunters Association fairly soon

when we went to other strata.

He-y.

D-o you n-o th-e d-i-r-e-k-t-er h-ea-r?

Director Dark? No, I guess I haven't met him.

Do you know what he's like?

Well, let's see.

I would say he's cheerful and fun? A good fit for this stratum's director.

He's not a bad guy.

What's with those reactions?

If you're curious about the director, this might be good timing.

Hey, nice to meetcha!

You can call me Director Dark, if ya like!

I mean, I'd be thrilled if ya just remembered my face.

But then, what's to remember when it's completely dark?!

That's the part when you laugh.

Darkness fiend's my race, and "darkness" sounds all impressive,

but my vibe's actually about cheerfulness and liveliness!

I might be a darkness fiend, but don't worry, I won't say anything gloomy!

My days are all hectic and messy...

Think I'll have a seat.

...but it's my opinion that as director, I've got to do my best to be dignified.

Oh yeah, you guys are from Clearflow Lake stratum, right?

How is Director Bear doin'?

I bet he keeps busy, too!

Doesn't he say every day is just a total bear to get through?

I myself do desk work, farm work, late-night patrols, and I even sweep chimneys!

He talks like a manzai performer,

I mean, look at me, I'm pitch black!

and this hail of bad jokes is killing me!

I would say he's cheerful and fun? A good fit for this stratum's director...

He's not a bad guy.

I wondered why those two didn't come along to introduce us.

No need to be nervous and stiff as a board, Boxxo.

Oh, I guess you're always this stiff.

From what I'm told, Boxxo dispenses unusual food and drink.

I don't suppose I'd mind getting to try something myself.

I want to refuse, but this guy's a director...

I guess I have to be nice to him.

Kocha Kadan

Ya really can make stuff float through the air.

Wow, that's somethin', there.

Now, don't mind if I do.

That's tasty stuff.

More than I'd expect from sweet tea.

Now all I need to go with it's a sweet-tea pie!

Enough!

I might have to listen to dad jokes forever if I don't do something.

There must be some way to outdo him...

Oh yeah, that!

Form change!

What's with the light show?

A manzai vending machine!

Vending Venue of Laughs

What's this, now?!

Hello.

How is everybody?

What a big audience! Thanks for comin' to see us.

From the end, we've got a pretty girl, pretty girl, skip that one, pretty girl.

Cut that out!

Get this, my ma can't remember her favorite novel.

I'll think of it for ya. Describe it.

The main character goes to another world.

Wh-What is this?

Oh, that makes it an isekai story. That was easy.

Watch and learn from the old school!

But Ma says it's based on a real story.

Nah, can't be. It's the exact opposite.

Pa says it must be a fortune-telling book, a porn book, or a cookbook.

That can't be right.

What's yer pa know anyway?

Forget about it.

Thank you very much.

Thanks for taking the time to come today.

Hopefully, this calms things down at least a little.

Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Dungeon

Vending Machine Two...

Huh?

We'll fell some trees to make a path.

If the monsters seem too dangerous, we'll come right back.

Our goal this time is to measure how powerful the enemies are.

Here comes a big welcome.

Shall we deal with them first?

Deal you have to ask?

That's how he comes across,

but Director Dark apparently used to be in the same group as Director Bear.

He's probably plenty capable.

I better put vegetables on my chopping list.

He's saying something, but I'll pretend I didn't hear it.

Lammis, there are less enemies now.

Please remove some trees.

Okay.

That's an amazing sight.

I'm just getting started!

Lammis! Let's call it a day and head back!

Okay!

Thus did we spend a few days clearing trees and extending the path through the forest.

We've come this far, but still no movement.

It might be faster just to look for the commander.

Oh, here you are. I've been looking for you.

Botan, Kuroyata.

And Director Bear and Kikoyu! Everyone!

Whoa, how'd you do it?

I thought the transfer circle wouldn't be usable for two or three days.

You're asking how we got here?

The flow of magic power seems to have settled down,

so I directed it from the other side to activate the transfer circle.

Not bad. It would take someone with your skill to do it.

I didn't grow old for nothin'.

It's been a long time, ma'am.

Well, well, it's the girl with the appetite.

Shui is your name, yes?

I'm sure that mess with the captain was difficult.

Don't worry, it's behind me now.

Are we there yet?

Is it time to eat?

Morning already?

Shirley said lack of sleep is the archenemy of beauty.

Even the Band of Gluttons is with them.

Now Team Traveling Zoo is complete!

It's all the soothing animal time you could want.

Time to face the music, and go see Black-Black.

Ow, ow, ow!

My back pain just flared up.

Are you okay, Gramps?

I'm sorry, I need to tend to him.

You're coming with me.

Dealing with him alone is exhausting.

Ah, he means Director Dark.

Let's head back.

Yeah...

Kikoyu, take care of you-know-what.

Yes, I will.

What's that in reference to?

Boxxo.

Bear asked me for a favor.

Would you mind helping?

A favor?

Are the people currently in this village everyone on this stratum?

Family Market

That's right.

It's about time for me to distribute food,

Family Market

so I think they're all going to gather.

Then as we discussed, I will hand out your products.

Hello there.

Here you are.

Deluxe Grilled Rice Balls

Um, your name's Kikoyu?

Thanks.

Thanks, little miss.

Here you are.

I've figured out what Kikoyu has in mind.

Here you are.

Right! I'll record her face.

Kikoyu was reading minds as she handed over the box lunches,

in order to search for the commander.

This person is the Netherlord's commander.

That's one of my hunters!

That youngster's been working hard here on this stratum, and I had high hopes for her!

I had no idea she was working for the Netherlord!

I see.

But we don't know whether she was hiding it all along or was persuaded to defect.

Now, what to do next?

We should get information out of her immediately, but...

Oh, I know. We have just the man for it.

Kocha Kadan

H-ea c-a-n d-ou i-t.

Huh?

That is an option.

Hevee, we'd like you to arrest and question the commander.

Would you mind?

Ah, I see. Yes, that's fine.

I can use hallucinations to get information, or perhaps affect her emotionally.

Well, you might wanna leave the arrest up to me.

This scandal happened on my watch, so I need to set things right.

I couldn't read his expression, but I could sense he was really angry.

As director, I imagine he wants to clean up this mess.

Uh, where can I find her?

D'oh!

Okay, here she comes.

This room's well soundproofed, too. Nobody's gonna hear this.

Well, take it from here.

I will use my sensory manipulation to deactivate her sense of touch and pain,

and make her believe she is dreaming.

I will alter her vision to make her see the Netherlord.

But she will be able to hear, so please refrain from speaking.

If her sense of touch is disabled, she won't know if someone touches her.

I am speaking to you in your dream.

Can you tell who I am?

The Netherlord.

Oh, he must appear to be the Netherlord.

Then recount for me the circumstances under which you began working for me.

Yes, sir.

About two months ago, you appeared before me as a human,

and said if I obeyed you, you'd give me enough money to pay off my gambling debt

and live the rest of my life without working.

What did I tell you to do?

While helping to defend as a hunter,

I would use this ring to order the monsters to attack.

Is that all you can remember?

About two weeks ago, I met with the newly recruited members of the Menagerie of Fools.

They seemed to be looking for someone, but they left as soon as they realized they weren't here.

So, the captain and crew dropped by this stratum.

They were probably looking for the two remaining Menagerie members.

One last thing. Could you take off those boots and show them to me?

Hey, what're you saying as the Netherlord?!

Um, my boots?

For some strange reason, I'm finding it hard to move.

Then I shall carefully remove them myself,

so that the scent gradually makes its way out of—

D-Director...

You've always had a problem with gambling.

But I believed what you said.

When I loaned you money before, you said you'd never gamble again.

I really did believe you.

That takes care of the commander.

All that's left is to turn all those trees back into people.

You might win an extra item!

Next Time: Conflagration

I look forward to your next use.