When I Tried Strengthening 【Rusted Sword】, It Evolved Into An Overpowered Magic Sword - Chapter 9

When I Tried Strengthening 【Rusted Sword】, It Evolved Into An Overpowered Magic Sword

Chapter 9   Sacred Treasure Synthesis

“W-Why is even the sacred treasure of that demon here?”

It wasn’t a mistake or an illusion.

Certainly, the large sword that the wolf demon possessed was placed in the corner of the room.

Seeing its form brought back memories of that intense and terrifying battle.

Why is it here…?

“The guards couldn’t tell which one belonged to whom, so they brought both back. The black one looks like a demon’s sacred treasure, but it’s all worn out. Even when they asked the girl, she just cried and couldn’t figure it out.”

“I see.”

Certainly, in that case, it’s unclear which one is my sacred treasure.

So, bringing both back makes sense.

Sacred treasures can be repaired even if they’re broken, but if you lose them, they’ll never come back again.

It’s said to be the worst thing for an adventurer.

Well, leaving that aside, why has my sacred treasure returned to its original form?

When I was fighting that demon, its appearance changed into a sinister sword.

Its name was, I remember, the ‘Cursed Magic Sword.’

I wonder if it reverts to the ‘Rusty Sword’ over time?

“By the way, Rust, you managed to defeat the demon with that sacred treasure quite impressively. I don’t really understand much about sacred treasures or fighting, but isn’t it incredibly challenging to battle demons with Rust’s sacred treasure?”

“W-Well, I didn’t think I could defeat it either…”

I picked up the ‘Rusty Sword’ leaning against the wall and stared at it.

At that time, my ‘Rusty Sword’ transformed into a super powerful sacred treasure called the ‘Cursed Magic Sword.’

The factor behind it was probably the skill I acquired during the level-up.

I think it was…

“‘Evolution,’ was it?”

In an instant, the ‘Rusty Sword’ began emitting black light.

And like breaking the shell of an egg, the rust started falling off.

Soon, when all of it fell away, it transformed into the infamous ‘Pitch-Black Sword.’

Name: Cursed Magic Sword

Rank: S

Level:

Attack Power: 500

Benefits: Strength +500, Endurance +500, Agility +500, Magic Power +500, Vitality +500

Skill: [Sacred Treasure Synthesis]

Durability: 500/500

… It’s done.

I successfully brought out the Cursed Magic Sword again.

Until now, the ‘Rusty Sword’ didn’t harbor any magic or skills, so I didn’t know how to trigger it.

It seems like I can activate it if I want to.

Anyway, as my mom witnessed the transformation of the sacred treasure before her eyes. She was clearly astonished.

“…This is the power of my sacred treasure. Thanks to this, I was able to defeat the demon. If this sacred treasure hadn’t awakened, I don’t think I could have beaten the demon or protected that girl.”

“I-Is that so…”

Even after hearing the explanation, my mom didn’t lose her expression of astonishment.

Well, it’s not surprising.

It looks completely like a ‘Sacred Treasure of a Demon.’

It’s natural for others to be surprised if they see it.

“A-Anyway, it’s good that you’ve become stronger, Rust.”

“…Yeah.”

Yes, even though it looks entirely like a demon’s sacred treasure, the fact remains that I’ve become stronger.

With this, I will become an adventurer.

And then, I’ll help many more people and become the admired hero I’ve always dreamed of.

“Well then, I’ll prepare various things so that you can leave on a journey whenever, Rust.”

“Thank you, Mom. Always, for making lunch and…”

“Don’t make a big deal out of it. No need for thanks. I’m your mother, after all.”

Saying so, my mom left the room.

Alone again, I turned my gaze once more to the sacred treasure in my right hand.

Name: Cursed Magic Sword

Rank: S

Level:

Attack Power: 500

Benefits: Strength +500, Endurance +500, Agility +500, Magic Power +500, Vitality +500

Skill: [Sacred Treasure Synthesis]

Durability: 500/500

“Cursed Magic Sword… huh.”

Even when I calmly examined it, it was undeniably a considerably powerful sacred treasure.

An attack power and benefits all set at 500.

Even compared to sacred treasures that have left their mark in history, it doesn’t pale in comparison at all.

By the way, how on earth do you pronounce this rank?

Weren’t sacred treasure ranks from A to F?

And on top of that, there’s no level notation; it’s a strange sacred treasure.

“…It really does look like a demon’s sacred treasure, doesn’t it?”

With its ominous aura and immense power, I think it might even have a more grotesque appearance than the demon’s sacred treasure I defeated yesterday.

Thinking that, I walked to the place where the demon’s sacred treasure was leaning.

And once again, I stared at the black greatsword.

Then, almost absentmindedly, I touched the sacred treasure to see if I could confirm its status.

Name: Black Flame Greatsword

Rank: B

Level: 15

Attack Power: 230

Benefits: Strength +280, Endurance +230, Agility +70, Magic Power +150, Vitality +200

Magic: [Black Flame Hellflare]

Skill: [Two-Handed Sword]

Durability: 185/250

Top of Form

“Oh, I could see it.”

By touching the sacred treasure, you can learn detailed information. Demon’s sacred treasure are no exception.

Nevertheless, it really was quite a powerful sacred treasure.

It could have been dangerous if it had come to a fight with the guards.

Of course, in combat, the sacred treasure’s performance isn’t everything. The outcome can also be overturned by the combat capabilities of the owner themselves.

But that demon seemed quite experienced in combat. Significant damage would have been inevitable.

It’s truly fortunate that I was able to stop it.

And yet, now is not the time to be basking in relief.

“I could see its status, but I can’t use other people’s sacred treasures, so what should I do with this one?”

sacred treasures typically disappear naturally when the wielder is no longer present.

And it takes a considerable amount of time for them to vanish.

This one will probably disappear after a while, but I have no idea when.

Leaving such a gruesome sacred treasure lying around in the room is frightening.

And it’s just too tasteless as an interior decoration.

It might be better to dispose of it early. Can it be burned as trash?

“Huh?”

As I was considering disposing of the demon’s sacred treasure…

Suddenly, a purple light emanated from my right hand.

Looking closely, for some reason, the ‘Cursed Magic Sword’ was shining.

“What… is happening…?”

Eventually, the demon’s sacred treasure that I was touching with my left hand began to move on its own.

It floated gently in the air, drifting towards the ‘Cursed Magic Sword.’

Then, with a solid impact, it collided and, as if being absorbed by the ‘Cursed Magic Sword,’ it disappeared.

“They fused…? My sacred treasure and this one?”

It certainly seemed that way.

Why did something like this suddenly happen?

And, with such an event, is there anything wrong with my sacred treasure?

Worrying about that, I checked the status of the ‘Cursed Magic Sword.’

Name: Cursed Magic Sword

Rank: S

Level:

Attack Power: 500

Benefits: Strength +500, Endurance +500, Agility +500, Magic Power +500, Vitality +500

Magic: [Black Flame Hellflare]

Skill: [Sacred Treasure Synthesis]

Durability: 500/500

“Huh!?”

A new magic had manifested.

Actually, this magic seemed to be the same as the one that was harbored in the demon’s sacred treasure.

What in the world is happening? Has the power of the demon’s sacred treasure transferred over?

“…Could it be.”

Similar to the status, you can check the details of ‘Skills’ as long as you’re touching the sacred treasure.

One skill, in particular, had caught my attention, so I decided to check it.

[Sacred Treasure Synthesis]

• • • • Allows the synthesis of sacred treasure bestowed with the blessing of an evil god, using other sacred treasures as enhancement materials.

• • • • Acquires the bestowed magical enchantment of the synthesized sacred treasure.

• • • • Limited to unequipped sacred treasure.

• • • • Activation of the effect occurs by bringing the sacred treasure to be used as an enhancement material.

“I see. So, it’s the effect of this skill…”

Sacred Treasure Synthesis. With this, it seems I’ve assimilated the demon’s sacred treasure.

It was quite surprising, but knowing the effect of the skill, I can understand.

The ‘sacred treasure bestowed with the blessing of an evil god’ essentially means the ‘ sacred treasure the demon possesses.’

So, ‘unequipped sacred treasure probably refers to ‘sacred treasure whose owners are no longer present,’ right?

In other words, the ‘Cursed Magic Sword’ has the ability to ‘assimilate the sacred treasure of defeated demons.’

“…What an incredible power.”

Not only does it possess an overpowered benefit value of 500, but it can also assimilate the power of the demon’s sacred treasure.

Could it be that the reason there’s no level notation is because of this?

Regular sacred treasures level up to acquire magic and skills, but the ‘Cursed Magic Sword’ grows by synthesizing the sacred treasure of demons.

It’s quite a unique growth method. This really is a strange sacred treasure.

“…Anyway, at least I’ve managed to dispose of the demon’s sacred treasure, so now I can travel without any worries…”

As I was thinking this…

Suddenly, my vision blurred.

As if the world was tilting, the scenery in front of my eyes…

Wait, this has happened before, hasn’t it…?