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What a mess.

I hope Mrs. Stella and the construction crew are okay.

Looks like the guild survived somehow.

It's been ages since I've stared at this sign.

Adventurers, huh?

You couldn't learn a single decent skill?

You spent three whole months at every training school

and didn't learn a single one?

Sorry to break it to you Noor,

but you don't have what it takes to be an adventurer.

I can't believe I saw my training school teachers again.

It's been 15 years, huh?

♪I took a deep breath and swore an oath♪

♪Gazing at the vivid azure sky♪

♪I release it to the world♪

♪Contradictions rise as I bear the loneliness♪

♪But I have no time to overturn it.♪

♪I must find it, grasp it, that special something♪

♪Frantically I chase, there's no looking back♪

♪No coming back from this mission♪

♪I push aside my fear♪

♪Heads or tails, it's time to see♪

♪Strength from weakness, wear it with pride!♪

♪Shout it loud, again and again♪

♪A party to awaken the future♪

♪Body and mind bursting into flames♪

♪Unleashing the hero within♪

♪I can do it, it's me, after all!♪

♪Never look back♪

(Clays Capital, 15 Years Ago)

Please let me train as a swordsman!

You want me to train you?

Do you have permission from the guild?

Yeah, just now from the guildmaster!

It will be a harsh path.

Do you have the resolve to see it through?

I do!

Enough!

Prepare for a harsher routine tomorrow.

He'll last three days at most.

Today's his tenth day.

His resolve is the real thing.

Next!

Next!

Don't drop your sword even if your bones break!

The enemy won't wait for you!

How can he have that look in his eyes, even when his body and mind

are being pushed to the absolute limit?

This one might truly be promising!

Instructor!

When do I get to learn a new skill?

That's not for me to decide.

Then at least show me what kind of skills I'll learn if I keep training.

Well?

That was amazing!

I could barely see it!

That only makes sense.

That technique is so fast,

even I have trouble keeping up with my own sword.

A boy his age could never catch a glimpse of it.

Your rhythm stayed the same the entire time!

Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

Just like a clock.

Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

- Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

- This potential, - Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

- if nurtured, this boy could match...

- if nurtured, this boy could match... - Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

- or even surpass me. - Tick! Tock! Tick-tock!

- or even surpass me.

(Two months after Noor began his training)

(Two months after Noor began his training) Strange.

(Two months after Noor began his training)

[Parry]!

Why can't he learn any skills aside from [Parry]?

If only he learned even one decent skill!

(Three months after Noor began his training)

(Three months after Noor began his training) Enough, Noor.

I'm sorry to say that-

Wait! Just a little more!

No. You'd just be wasting your time.

One can't be a Swordsman with [Parry] alone.

It's unfortunate...

Perhaps he simply was never meant to wield a sword.

You're better off walking another path.

The other training schools might be able to draw out your talents.

This child must surely have a different path to walk.

Hey, now.

You're not actually serious about wanting to train here, yeah?

The Swordsman instructor told me to try another school.

Sig, huh?

I did hear he took a child under his wing recently...

This kid looks like he'd snap like a twig.

I want to be an adventurer, no matter what!

Warriors are their allies' shield. You get what that means?

Yeah!

Alright, then let's do it.

(Two months after Noor began his training)

This kid...

He actually managed to come this far.

He's got a heart of steel.

Once he learns the right skills, he'll become a shield like no other!

(Three months after Noor began his training)

(Three months after Noor began his training) Sorry, Noor...

I can still go on!

I respect your efforts,

but the only skill you've learned here

is to slightly boost your prowess with [Physical Enhancement].

Pushing yourself down this road will only bring you to an early grave.

I'm sorry. Try another school.

You've worked hard to get here.

Your efforts will surely bear fruit somewhere else.

Please train me!

- You're serious? - Yes!

Alright, I guess.

Here. Throw it over there.

It sure is far.

Hurry it up.

As soon as he misses, I'll chase him away.

He seems like a pain to handle.

Was that alright?

Do it again.

Okay!

No, it's not. It's definitely not okay.

Instructor, why do you keep making me throw rocks?

Because my guts tell me you're bad news!

I want to use a bow.

Okay, grip the handle firmly and get into position.

Firmly? Like this-

Why?

My hunch was right.

What the heck is wrong with you?!

You've broken every single bow here!

Here, use mine.

There's no way he's breaking this-

Get back to throwing rocks.

...Okay...

(Two months after Noor began his training)

So, where'd you learn to do that?

I didn't learn it anywhere.

I've always caught birds like this,

especially the flashy ones that hunt mountain hares.

You've gotta be kidding me...

He hunted thunderflashes?

Even veteran archers with top-notch bows have trouble hitting those.

Well, I can hit them with my eyes closed, though.

Why is this kid even here?

Time's up.

(Three months after Noor began his training) Time's up.

(Three months after Noor began his training) Get outta here.

But I still haven't-

You're completely hopeless at handling delicate tools.

You're better off throwing rocks.

This kid really is a pain.

You're already good enough without a bow.

Ah, so you are Noor.

Very well.

Really?

Come with me.

We begin immediately.

Pick up the enemy's presence.

Close into them without making a sound.

Not bad.

Alright!

Ouch!

Don't drop your guard!

Avoid all the traps and make your way to the impenetrable treasure chest!

Avoid the traps!

Got it!

[Parry]!

[Stone Throw]!

Impressive... but he's doing it all wrong!

Someone who can't disarm a treasure trap,

(Three months after Noor began his training) Someone who can't disarm a treasure trap,

(Three months after Noor began his training) pick a lock, detect presences, or scout,

pick a lock, detect presences, or scout,

has no chance of walking this path.

That said,

his unmatched tenacity and determination are exceedingly impressive.

If he ever gives up being an adventurer,

I'll recruit him into the Royal Intelligence Division.

Hoho, you're quite young, aren't you?

If memory serves me right, didn't you have to be at least fifteen?

I have permission from the guild, and I've trained at the other schools.

It didn't go well, though...

(Two months after Noor began his training)

As I thought,

you can't cast magic if your mana isn't flowing through your body.

Why isn't it flowing, then?

You might just not have the aptitude for it.

Our only choice is for you to go inside the mana resonance chamber.

Magic... reso...?

Please let me try it!

Alright, but make sure to leave as soon as things start getting rough.

- He's still in there?! - Yes.

We have to get him out!

Nobody can stay okay after several days with their senses amplified!

He might even die!

Noor!

What is it?

Are you, um, experiencing any abnormalities in your body?

Not really.

Please don't disturb me.

I'm about to figure something out.

(Three month after Noor began his training)

(Three months after Noor began his training) This is all I could learn.

Hoho?

To think you can only cast a single [Tiny Flame] after all that.

It's rare to see someone so lacking in magical talent!

Still, it's amazing you lasted this long even with your aptitude.

What in the world did he just do?!

Twofold casting?!

It took me fifty years to learn it!

How could he master it in just three months?!

I can't become an adventurer like this...

Hmm... Perhaps you simply weren't meant to be here.

What a waste...

What a terrible waste...

If only he had the aptitude,

he could've made a name for himself as an unparalleled magician.

First, let me ask you,

did you undergo the rite of blessing when you were younger?

The rite...? What's that?

Here, only those who have passed the rite train here.

I'm sorry, but-

I won't budge from this spot until you let me train!

Do as you wish.

I won't budge from this spot until you let me train!

Is that so?

Don't tell me... he really means it?

I suppose I can teach you the basics.

However, I can't guarantee it'll amount to anything.

(Three months after Noor began his training)

That's undoubtedly [Low Heal].

How is this even possible?

But...

Yes. Unfortunately,

[Low Heal] does not qualify as being useful for an adventure.

Oh...

So I really was no good after all...

Learning to treat scrapes with [Low Heal]

despite not being blessed as a child is already an achievement in itself.

He can perform miracles without the aid of a holy spirit

or undergoing the rite of blessing.

In other words, he can do it again and again without limit.

Master Sain! It's about Noor!

He left the capital?!

I should've stopped him yesterday...

Can't we just leave him to himself?

I'm sure he can handle himself in any situation.

No! If given time to develop,

that boy will undoubtedly become someone extraordinary.

Hoho! I agree.

Who would've thought he'd fail at the other schools, too...

We should all come together to nurture and guide him.

He's such a talented boy.

Agreed.

Looks like I can't recruit him into the Intelligence Division anymore.

I agree, too.

Agreed.

Guess I have no choice.

And you, Sig?

I'll depart to search for him immediately.

Wait, hold up!

I understand how you feel, but please calm down.

Well then, all Six Sovereigns will take Noor in and raise him.

Does everyone agree?

Very well. Let us all search for him.

Noor!

You're safe!

Somehow, yeah.

Here, it fell outside.

So it got blasted off. Thanks.

Weren't you supposed to be headed for Mithra?

Well, makes sense considering the state the capital is in right now.

Yeah. We turned around pretty fast.

You're covered in dirt. You've even got scorch marks on your clothes.

A lot happened.

I had a pretty intense workout.

Can't blame you.

Everyone's banged up right now.

I ran into trouble myself.

I'm exhausted.

By the way, Noor, I know you're exhausted,

but the Builder Guild's foreman has been desperately looking for you.

He needs help cleaning up the rubble and setting up temporary housing.

I figured. That's why I came. So, where's the spot?

I'll give you a map. Take it with you.

You're a lifesaver!

Work's a lot smoother with you around!

I'm glad to help.

What a crazy day it's been.

I took a carriage ride,

met Rolo,

got blasted by Lynne's magic,

and got blasted by Lynne's magic again...

So many things happened,

but getting blasted by Lynne's magic really left an impression on me.

My body and stomach are reaching their limit.

Still,

I can't rest yet!

I'm sure you've noticed,

but I can tell the Theocracy of Mithra was backing Deridas's schemes.

Yes.

From the Minotaur incident to the Empire's equipment,

every issue is related to high-purity mana stones only Mithra can produce.

It seems that peaceful days are still a long way off.

However, we still have reliable individuals in our country.

And most of all...

We have him with us.

Instructor Noor!

Thank you very much for yesterday!

I'm the one who should be thanking you.

Looks like you've got it rough too.

Handing out provisions?

Yes! I'm also tending to the wounded while I'm at it.

Are you helping with the restoration?

Yeah.

Here. I'm handing it out to everyone. If you want, have some.

You sure?

Of course!

Thanks!

Well then, I have to get back to work.

Please excuse me!

Yeah. Do your best.

Yes! Don't overwork yourself now, Instructor!

Yeah, I'm always on the receiving end of help.

Alright, looks like I'm back in the game!

This really is a great, sturdy sword.

It won't be seeing any action with me as its owner, though.

Even so, I want to be an adventurer.

I want to go out on an adventure like those stories Dad read to me.

But first, I have to help however I can here.

Noor!

Things are settling down around here.

Can you go to the other spots?

No problem!

[Parry]!

(Episode 12: I Parry Everything)

Now, the real work is just getting started!

♪With no gifts to claim♪

♪All I can do is press on♪

♪I can't run from the unfairness♪

♪I won't run from this chance♪

♪I'll clear out♪

♪this unrewarding sky♪

♪I'll parry it and hold onto that spark♪

♪A "talent" surpassing even fate♪

♪From "someone like me" to "even I can"♪

♪I'll charge forth♪

♪Ungifted♪