DanMachi, My Members Are From Slice-of-Life Anime

The blank space captures the essence.

Shaga quickly realized the problem:

"So, the reason for having such a rule is actually to prevent the 50 'King's Rules' from conflicting with each other?"

Here's an example:

"For example, rule one 'prohibits waving weapons,' and rule two 'prohibits standing still.'"

"These two seemingly unrelated rules are actually closely linked. Every part of an adventurer's body has the potential to become a weapon. 'No wielding weapons' is essentially the same as 'No moving,' but this conflicts with 'Rule Two.'"

Being covered by two rules simultaneously means you will inevitably be eliminated.

"so……"

Kong pulled a chess piece from behind his back and placed it on the envelope containing the King's Game:

"At this point, we need the 'Rules of God.' Any rule, regardless of its specific form, will override all the 'King's Rules.' We only need to abide by the higher-level rules."

Shaka stroked his chin and concluded, "So, the key to victory or defeat is finding a way to obtain the 'Rules of God.'"

"However, first-level adventurers are not easy to deal with."

Kong's eyes flickered: "As for this, if it's not that the gods are deliberately making things difficult, then there must be a strategy or method. We'll find it naturally when the time comes."

Bai leaned against Kong's chest and said contentedly, "Ni, I'm counting on you."

……

In the afternoon, Blank, Shaga, and Lily locked themselves in their room to devise a tactical plan for this chess piece.

The next day.

At Orario Central Park, a giant crystal screen has been erected, displaying an aerial view of a vast forest.

The photographer is our "all-rounder" Asphie.

The host is Raul, a member of the Loki Familia and a "superhuman".

"Um, everyone, welcome to watch the war game between the Astrea Familia and the Soma Familia. I am your commentator, Raul."

The audience below was surrounded by a crowd, all of whom had come because of the name of the Astrea Familia.

They whispered and murmured among themselves, their discussion revolving around a single point.

What outrageous thing did the Soma Familia do to provoke Lady Astrea's fury and cause her to launch a war game?

One person said, "Goddess Astraea is too kind. Those scum like the Soma Familia should have been killed directly."

Another person said, "I heard that the Soma Familia did a lot of things to bully civilians, but they were only imprisoned for a few days at most before being released in Ganesha. It's the Goddess of Justice who is thinking of us; she must be using this method to reform the enemy."

The scene was almost entirely one-sided, with everyone cursing the Soma clan as worthless.

……

Outside the city.

Except for Kotoko Iwanaga and Kurisu Makise, all members of the Astrea Familia boarded a carriage and headed to the giant forest where the war game was being held.

Soon, the group arrived at the edge of the forest, accompanied by 200 members of the Soma clan. They stood in two separate groups.

Finn stood on the circular platform and read out the rules of the game.

"The rules were sent to everyone through the guild yesterday. Now I'll go over the specific details."

"Later, all participants will need to draw an identification number. The numbers will be randomly selected from 0 to 300, with about 90 blank numbers in between."

"Once you receive the rule card, you can designate two numbers. You can use any method to define the scope of the two numbers, thereby specifying the scope in which the rule applies."

Finn pulled out a rule card and said, "For example, I have a rule that says 'No urinating or defecating in public.' If I specify that everyone from number 0 to 300 must abide by this rule, then this rule will apply to everyone."

Finn continued, "Of course, you can also designate 0 and 300, and only the two of them need to follow the rule, or everyone except 0 and 300 needs to follow the rule."

"That's up to you."

After a pause, Finn continued, "We will join this game as guardians. Of course, you don't need to defeat us; you can also obtain the 'Rules of God' by passing the trials we set."

"Alright, if there are no problems, let's start drawing our respective identification numbers!"

Then a prop resembling a lottery box was brought up.

Xia Jia stepped forward first and casually pulled out: Number 233.

"What an auspicious number."

After watching Shaga draw his number, Finn added, "Everyone's number is randomized, so please keep your number safe and avoid leaking it. This is related to the outcome of the game."

Shaka knew, of course, that if it was determined that all the numbers of the clan were within a certain range, then they could completely avoid that range and use the rules instead.

vice versa.

Then there was blank space, a black cat...

After everyone on Astrea's side had finished drawing, it was the turn of a large group of Soma's Familia.

Xia Jia found a secluded corner and confirmed each other's identification numbers.

空：【0】白：【10】宫园熏：【44】优纪：【67】塞西尔：【77】

Yui:【96】Black Cat:【111】Kageno Minoru:【124】Miko:【155】

Tachibana Kanade: [199] Shaka: [233] Dekomori: [250]

The number ranges are very scattered, with the largest range being 251-300, followed by 156-198. If there is a pattern, these two areas can be covered first.

Kong analyzed, "Actually, from number 67 to number 199, they can all be considered targets. The ones in the middle are not very strong in combat and can be completely ignored."

"Perhaps we can devise a plan. If it's a non-essential rule, we can even sacrifice our own people to gain a larger area of ​​damage."

Xia Jia frowned: "What do you mean?"

Sora turned his gaze to the Soma clan members who were still queuing to draw numbers, and said calmly:

"Their large numbers are both an advantage and a disadvantage. Each of us has nearly 100 points, which is enough for us to try and fail. Triggering the rules multiple times won't eliminate us immediately, but it's different for them."

"Their team has 200 participants, which means each person has a maximum of five points. If any rule is triggered, they could be eliminated immediately."

Chapter 129 A Petty Person is Honest and Upright

After both sides drew their numbers, Shaga and Chanis stood facing each other. Finn stood between them, explaining the rules further.

“All the gods involved in this game have the right to provide a rule, including you of course.”

"This rule will be used as the rule you own."

Finn handed out two rule cards, one to Shaga and the other to Chanis.

Shaga's card is blank, which means he can write any rules on it.

Observing Nice from the opposite perspective...

"Why are there already rules on my card?!"

"Because you gave out the rules from the beginning."

"This is impossible!"

“Yes,” Finn said with certainty. “It’s written very clearly above—[Wind] is prohibited from participating in the war.”

Looking at the handwriting on the card, Chanis was filled with regret. If he could, he would have written rules that were more favorable to himself.

Meanwhile, on Xia Jia's side:

"These rules must be written by the gods themselves to be effective."

Finn nodded: "Of course."

This is a game of the gods, not a game for children to play around with.

Without saying a word, Shaka opened his four-dimensional pocket and handed the card to the goddess who was waiting to watch the battle.

A moment later, the card was handed out again, with the words clearly written on it—

Killing is prohibited.

Four words, concise and to the point.

Xia Jia immediately understood and announced loudly, "Numbers 0-300, abide by this rule: no deaths are allowed in this game!"

The footage was immediately transmitted to the square in Orario.

The public is discussing this extensively.

"As expected of Lady Astrea, so kind and generous."

"Those bastards from the Soma Familia really got a good deal."

Outside the forest.

Finn paused for a moment, then smiled:

"Don't worry, once it's confirmed that a player has lost their fighting ability, the [Omnipotent One] will take the player away immediately and provide treatment."

Finn turned and gave the order:

"Go, bring the [Battlefield Saintess]. The gods will cover the expenses."