Scum-lesse Oblige, I Have Been Reincarnated as a Scum Villain in an 18+ Game World, and I Absolutely Want to Grasp the Mob Life with the Power of My Knowledge of the Original Story - Chapter 27

Extradimensional Magic

Iris’ Side

Looking back on Iris Webern’s day, there’s no other way to describe it than as a terrible day.

Iris came all the way from her territory to visit the city of Lyon to address the problem of the frequent monster attacks they’re facing.

Iris thought that the noble meetings will address this matter and maybe even coming up with some countermeasures.

However, the meetings didn’t go as she expected.

Moreover, when Iris discreetly followed the foolish nobles’ sons to where they’re going, it led to an unexpectedly shady place.

On top of that, the eldest son of the Randall family, Ultos, whom she met there was also really terrible.

With a maid blushing beside him, he told Iris, ‘How about I make you my concubine?’

—for Iris, that word is a huge landmine.

It’s because she is born as the daughter of a concubine.

Despite all the efforts she made to overcome that, Ultos’ words just seem to mock those efforts.

‘Has the pride of the nobility fallen this far?”

Iris can’t help but to think so.

Her frustration even reached to the point where she can’t help but to slap Ultos.

Unable to bear it any longer, she left the place and went to Haven village, where she has been staying during her time at Lyon.

Since she no longer has any needs here, she greeted the villagers and bid them farewell.

It was already late at night, so she couldn’t meet the boy whom she befriended during her stay in the village, Seig.

As she was leaving the village to return to her territory, she felt a sense of sadness because she won’t be able to meet him again.

However, just a short while after leaving the village, the carriage Iris was riding was attacked by a group of suspicious men. Before she knew it, Iris found herself kidnapped in this hideout.

She was brought to this place inside a cave.

In front of Iris sat a man with his eyes closed.

‘This is my chance.’

Even in that desperate situation, Iris thought so.

The man was off guard, and the other guards around seemed flustered, because there is a commotion in the hideout

Soon, the guards quickly left to check the commotion.

Iris can hear them saying something about a strange man infiltrating the hideout.

She pretended to be unconscious and calmly observed the surrounding situation.

‘I’m sure I can do it…!’

Iris is confident in her own strength.

―Magic has different ranks.

As an example, students who have entered the academy for a while can use basic first-rank magic.

Then it is said if you’re able to use third-rank magic by the end of the time you’re studying at the academy, you will surely graduate.

The most powerful magic Iris can currently use is the third-rank magic [Fire].

That’s right.

Thanks to her exceptional talent in magic, Iris has already mastered the use of third-rank [Fire] magic even before entering the academy.

‘—My [Fire] magic will burn through everything.’

Iris continued to obverse her surroundings as she quietly cut the ropes that was tying her hands.

Iris’ magic energy had been meticulously and carefully prepared.

All that remained was to find an opening and unleash her strongest spell.

That’s right, the moment is—

‘Right now!’

She quickly got up and rushed toward the man with closed eyes.

Iris chanted her spell, channelling her magical energy to her spell.

“[Exclusive Blood/Bursting Scattered Blossoms]—”

A third-rank [Fire] attribute magic.

Fire magic is known for its high firepower.

This spell, which Iris excels at, has a shorter effective range than the first-rank spell [Fireball], requiring her to get closer to the opponent, however the power is tremendous.

“Hmm?”

The man opened his eyes.

Too late.

It’s already over.

—however,

“……!”

In an instant, a chill ran down Iris’ spine.

As if repelled, Iris stepped back.

“Oh, you noticed my magic?”

“…what was that.”

Actually, the man didn’t move an inch.

He remained seated just like before.

However, Iris, sensing an intensely bad premonition, instantaneously stopped chanting her spell and took a step back.

“No, no, that was impressive. Truly remarkable, my lady.”

The man applauded.

“If you didn’t take a step back by another split second, your beautiful skin might have been marred by now.”

“Thanks.”

While saying so, Iris desperately worked her mind.

The man stands up.

Iris squinted her eyes.

There was nothing particularly unusual around the man.

Suddenly, dark shadows formed around him—

‘…shadows???’

Strange.

Not knowing why, Iris feels a sense of discomfort.

After taking a closer look, Iris noticed that the shadow at the man’s feet was wriggling, almost like an animal.

“…what!?”

“My magic has an automatic defence system, quite handy, but the downside is that it can cut down my opponent without me noticing.”

‘This is a lie, right? A magic that doesn’t need to be controlled? Is there really such thing in this world?’

Iris thought to herself.

Moving shadows…what an incredibly advanced magic.

Even Iris has never seen this kind of magic attribute in any books.

There was only one possible conclusion that could be drawn from that.

“What a shame my lady. I’m sure you would be able to put up a good fight against me if you meet me in a few more years.”

There is no doubt.

“Extradimensional…magic.”

Iris mumbled so in despair.

It’s the name of the strongest and most unique magic in this world.

Magic—it refers to the technique of using innate magical power to create a phenomenon that cannot normally be achieved.

Of course, learning magic takes time, and attending a proper educational institution is required.

Therefore, although many adventurers have magical powers, most of them can’t use magic and only use it to strengthen their physique.

However, if one wishes to serve in the kingdom’s knight order or under a lord, it’s required to be able to wield magic.

That’s why, when parents discover that their child has magical power, they have to ‘appraise’ their magical power to determine the child’s magical attribute.

Then, magical attributes.

The major magical attributes are fire, water, earth, wind and lightning.

These are called the five major attributes and they are quite common.

It is said that if you have one of these attributes, you will have a bright future.

Other than those 5 major attributes there are other attributes such as summoning or life-related magic.

These magics are categorized by ranks, for example, the [Fireball] magic belongs to the [Fire] attribute and falls into the first rank category.

In other words, if the opponent is a mage, you can roughly estimate their power by knowing the attribute and rank of their magic.

—however, sometimes, very rarely, there are cases where even after appraisal, the attribute can’t be figured.

That is what’s called [Extradimensional Magic].

What does it mean?

It’s simple, in other words, that magic exists beyond the realm of the magical technology that humanity has acquired.

That’s right.

Extradimensional magic is literally magic beyond our realm.

Therefore, leaning extradimensional magic is not easy.

For example, with major attributes, there are well-established teaching methods, and most people can reach at least the first rank if they study diligently.

There are researches on the magic itself and it is even organized by rank. Therefore, people with major attributes can learn magic more easily.

However, extradimensional magic is different.

To begin with, since there are only a few individuals in this world that has extradimensional attribute, and each person has their own unique magic, there is no rank classification or proper learning method for extradimensional magic.

Yes, extradimensional magic requires individuals to figure it out on their own.

Moreover, mastering extradimensional magic takes a significantly longer time than major attributes magic.

If it’s a major attribute, there are individuals also who can use other attributes as sub-attributes to some extent. However, if someone seriously aims to master extradimensional magic, they won’t have any time to learn other attributes at all.

Thus, even with all of the hard work and desperate efforts, success is not guaranteed.

Unfortunately…or fortunately should I say, even if one has extradimensional attribute, there are many people go through their entire lives without ever realizing it.

That is extradimensional magic, a truly exceptional attribute beyond our realm.

However, that is the case for those who don’t master it.

On contrary, for someone who has truly mastered extradimensional magic, they can be exceptionally powerful.

The fact that their magic is unique to their selves means a huge advantage in battle.

Yes, extradimensional magic is a unique magic that significantly increases in strength the more you train.

“I see…extradimensional magic.”

Iris’ breathing becomes heavier.

“Well then, should I get serious?”

Bard said so casually as he licked his knife.

“…what!!!”

“Don’t worry about it. It’s just a habit of mine.”

Magical energy gushed out from Bard’s body.

At that moment, Iris finally realized.

Bard wasn’t even trying all this time.

—that clearly tells Iris the gap in their strength.

Author’s Note:

Bard → a truly formidable figure who has honed his extradimensional magic of [Shadow] to the utmost limit. Licking his knife is part of his pre-combat routine.

Iris → A strong willed beautiful girl, but overwhelmed by Bard’s tremendous strength. It’s both pitiful and cute.

Extradimensional Magic → A magic type that requires a massive amount of experience points to master.