Chapter 651 - Chapter 579: Concerns Regarding Nation Founding
The explanation for the nation-founding system update isn't finished yet, but I think I've grasped the gist of what you wanted to ask, so I logged into IRO.
Lupi and Sweee were waiting, and Mion was curious about the White Dragon Princess, so we gathered.
"Is everyone here?"
"Yes."
Dinner tonight was easy: gnocchi made with Odapra and sautéed Ranziboa bacon. With Lycos Sauce, it was a bit Napolitan-style.
"Well then, let's eat."
"Let's eat." "Let's eaaat~" "~ ~ ~ ♪"
I put some on a baguette and took a bite. Mmm, delicious.
Sweee and the Fairies had lightly fried Melanza (eggplant) instead of bacon, but they seemed to enjoy it, which was a relief.
"More, please~"
"Yes."
The White Dragon Princess's appetite was as robust as ever, and El-san had recently started eating without hesitation too.
They'd refilled the Mana in the Magic Crystal Stone in the Storage for us when we were away, and even went hunting with Shal and the others. There was absolutely no need for them to hold back.
"Woof!"
"Yeah, you guys eat a lot too, Lupi."
Still, what should I do...?
Even if we declare the founding of a nation, it won't become a starting point for new players anymore. So, the absolute reason not to do it has vanished.
Before the update, a nation's level was 1 the moment it was declared.
The location set as your My Home at that time would become the new starting point.
And when the population grew and the nation reached Level 2, other Safe Zones besides that initial spot could also be set as starting points.
However, the bar for founding a nation has been raised, and now you can't declare a nation until you reach what's equivalent to Nation Level 3. It seems a nation starts at Level 3 upon founding.
And the things that could be done at Nation Levels 1 and 2 are now "optional settings at the time of founding. They don't have to be done."
"Thanks for the meal~"
"Yes."
"I'll go brew some tea."
"Thank you."
Even after eating a lot, there's always room for dessert, it seems.
Lately, Yokan has been her favorite, but we have to limit how much she eats.
"Mmm, delicious."
Not-too-sweet Yokan with Papu Leaf Tea.
We also have Rosehip, but that's more for cookies and Western sweets, I guess.
Actually, I want black tea, green tea, and coffee too... wait, that wasn't what we were talking about.
"Shou-kun?"
"Oh, sorry. I was just thinking about the nation-founding system."
"Are you considering founding a nation?"
"Ah, well, um..."
I almost asked "What do you think, Mion?" for a second, but stopped myself.
"How to put it, until now I didn't do it because 'it would become a new starting point,' but now that's gone... I guess I just don't know what I want to do anymore."
"Ah, I see."
The benefits of founding a nation include appointing roles with stat bonuses, and the offerings of Shinsen that increase the number of Fairies.
The Shinsen in particular sounds appealing, and I think the Fairies living with us would be happy to have more companions...
"Oh, right. Will they ask 'Aren't you going to found a nation?' at the next live stream?"
"I think they will, but I believe the viewers will be satisfied no matter how you answer."
"Do you think so? Well, I guess there's no need to rush a decision..."
While we were talking about that,
"Are you two going to make this island a nation?"
asked the White Dragon Princess. She'd awakened at some point; I wonder how much she heard?
"Althena-chan, are you in favor or against it?"
"If you two make this island a nation, the Dragonkin will immediately form an alliance. The Fairy Queen is also here, after all."
"~ ~ ~ ♪"
Sweee nodded repeatedly, munching on her Yokan. The Fairy Queen seemed to be in favor. But then,
"Princess. With all due respect, I have a slight concern. May I discuss it with them?"
El-san said.
The White Dragon Princess gave us a look that seemed to say it's up to you, so of course, I gave the go-ahead.
"Please tell us. I think it would be a problem if something happened later."
"My concern is that we haven't thoroughly investigated the entire island. I apologize for the burden Her Highness's stay has placed on you two, but..."
"Ah, that's true."
That tower-like building at the northern tip.
It seems to have an underground section connected to the base of the cliff, and it would be troubling if there was something ominous there.
And then there's the upper part of the volcano, and the small island to the northwest of the main island.
"Now that the demon incident has settled, we could call Emeraldia to investigate."
"~ ~ ~ ?"
"Ah, yeah, that's right. There might be something we'd miss if we only looked from above."
Sweee's point was spot-on.
Besides, I want to reach the tower at the northern tip on my own, and it feels like a bit much to rely on Emeraldia-san's power for that.
"Shall we contact Emeraldia-san first?"
"Let's do that. We should thank her, and since we're at it, I'd like to invite Argenta-san, Azure-san, and Vermilion-san too, but..."
Is it still a bit unsettling to call everyone at once?
Even though the "When the Devils Come" World Quest is over, I've heard talk that it might just be a setup for the next World Quest.
"Shou-kun. Shouldn't we also ask about the Necropolis facilities?"
"Ah, that's right."
The area the Dragonkin have secured, it seems there's a large facility outside of it, and we need to ask what kind of facility it is.
"Why don't you ask them now?"
The White Dragon Princess said, giving El-san a look. El-san took out her Guild Card.
Well, just asking for a bit won't take long, I thought.
"Argenta-san. Is now a good time?"
Shou-sama. Yes, no problem. Has Emeraldia caused any mischief?
"Ah, no, it's not that..."
Argenta-san, isn't she a little too worried?
Anyway, I first asked about the large facility (?), but it seems they haven't investigated it at all.
My apologies.
"Oh, no, no, you prioritized the tower with the Transfer Magic Circle for us, and now you're managing both the church and our guild."
I felt bad for relying on them so much for everything in the Necropolis, and then asking for more.
In the end, it was decided that Geira-san and her team would investigate if they had time, but perhaps I should just put in a request with someone else for this too...
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