Indeed, the skill [Roadless Valhalla] challenges the very cognition of gods, especially since it can synergize with [Unlimited Blade Works].
Under the urging of the goddess Hephaestus, Emiya began his tests.
He first dispelled the projection of [Crimson Order], then projected [Fake Hrunting].
Next, he checked his status. As expected, the developmental ability [Fire Flash], the magic [Red Flower Knotweed], and the skill [True Blossom Crimson Bloom] had all disappeared. However, he did not gain any new abilities from [Hrunting].
After that, he dispelled [Fake Hrunting] and attempted to project [Fake Caladbolg], [Fake Nine Lives], [Gan Jinag and Mo Ye], and other Noble Phantasms.
The result was the same. Except for temporarily gaining the developmental ability [Swordsman] when projecting [Gan Jinag and Mo Ye], Emiya did not acquire any new developmental abilities, magic, or skills from wielding these weapons.
Emiya recalled that at the very beginning, he had attempted to project the Noble Phantasm [Sword of Theseus]. At that time, he entered a special state and easily slew the Minotaur.
However, when he projected [Sword of Theseus] outside of combat later, he could never replicate that state again.
"So, when projecting Noble Phantasms, only specific combat conditions can trigger skills and temporarily grant abilities..."
"But there are also some special cases..."
He raised his hand, "Trace on."
Emiya projected a long, exquisite iaido blade, which was the weapon of Kaguya, [Higanbana].
He could clearly feel that he had gained different powers.
[Roadless Valhalla activated]
[Temporarily gain related developmental abilities, magic, and skills based on the equipped weapon]
[Currently temporarily gained: [Night Struggle], [Five Lights], [Sword Killer Bloodline]]
[Night Struggle] is Kaguya's unique developmental ability, which enhances night vision and combat capabilities at night; [Five Lights] is her magic, allowing the user to release up to five sword lights when swinging the blade; [Sword Killer Bloodline] is a skill that significantly increases agility and dexterity when using a sword as a weapon.
Emiya took a deep breath and continued testing.
Projected weapon, the short sword [Reverse Fang Flying Sword], originally owned by Lyra, a dwarf girl from the Astrea Familia.
[Roadless Valhalla activated]
[Temporarily gain related developmental abilities, magic, and skills based on the equipped weapon]
[Currently temporarily gained: [Abnormal Resistance], [Muse's Thunder], [Small Agility]]
[Muse's Thunder] is Lyra's magic, which consumes mana to create a magical thunder trap. [Small Agility] is a skill that increases agility.
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In the end, the test results showed that as long as Emiya projected the weapons of deceased members of the Astrea Familia, he could unconditionally temporarily gain the original owner's developmental abilities, magic, and skills.
Only their weapons had this effect. When Emiya projected Tsubaki's weapon [Red Rain], he did not gain Tsubaki's skills.
Regarding this situation, Hephaestus narrowed her eyes and spoke in a teasing tone, "So, Shirou, you've completely won over [Gale] as well. Are these the 'dowry' of the Astrea Familia?"
"Goddess, must you use such strange phrasing?"
Emiya weakly retorted, "And what do you mean by 'as well'..."
Hephaestus chuckled, "Ah, now there are rumors outside that you're an 'Elf Slayer'. I didn't believe it at first, but now, I'm starting to believe it."
"Please don't believe such rumors... Wait."
Emiya realized something was off, "'Elf Slayer', what's that?"
Hephaestus tilted her head, her lips tightly pressed to keep from laughing, "It's the goddess Loki. She suspects you have a skill that attracts elven women, like [Elf Slayer] or something, so she strictly forbids the elven girls of the Loki Familia from interacting with you."
Loki even specifically complained to Hephaestus, telling her to keep her child in check and not to seduce the young sprouts of the Loki Familia. The story was so vivid that if Hephaestus didn't know Emiya's true skills, she might have believed it.
Emiya was speechless, "Why... How could there be such an outrageous rumor..."
"Can't be helped, because there really are quite a few elven girls around you, [Gale], [Pristine Garden], and that new girl from the Loki Familia, Lefiya."
Hephaestus spread her hands, while secretly thinking, "And [Nine Hells]."
"Now, your reputation among the elven community in the labyrinth city might be second only to Riveria's."
Emiya held his forehead, "I don't want such a reputation..."
"So, Shirou."
Hephaestus suddenly asked, "Do you like elves, especially those a bit older than you?"
Emiya thought of Ryuu, hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "Indeed."
Hephaestus sighed inwardly. Children of the lower world cannot lie in front of a god. She was certain now.
'Shirou really does have feelings for Riveria. Go for it, I'll support you,' Hephaestus thought to herself.
Hephaestus patted Emiya's shoulder, "Alright, Shirou, I should be going out now."
"Does the goddess have something to do today?", Emiya asked.
"Today is the day of the [Denatus], held every three months."
"[Denatus]... Could it be?"
"Yes, that's right. It's a gathering of gods with nothing better to do... deciding on titles for those who [Level Up]."
The titles of adventurers, such as Ais's [Sword Princess], Ryuu's [Gale], Riveria's [Nine Hells], and Alicia's [Pristine Garden], are all decided by the gods.
To be more precise, titles are born from the discussions of the gods at the [Denatus].
The fact that Hephaestus was attending such a gathering meant...
"Since Emiya has leveled up to Lv.2, his title will probably be decided today," Hephaestus took a deep breath, her voice turning serious, "In any case, I will definitely strive to get you a normal title, at least not [Elf Slayer ]!"
Such a title!
———
The so-called Gathering of Gods, when you get down to it, is a gathering planned by some gods to alleviate boredom.
After their familia has accumulated a certain amount of strength and territory, a god can easily forget the hardships of life and enter a period of decadence. They learn to mess around with old friends from their hometown, chatting about trivial matters to pass the time.
In essence, it's just ordinary chatting, but the key point is: gods of various temperaments hold a gathering every so often.
Later, the number of gods participating in such gatherings increased, and the scale of the gatherings expanded. As time went on, the purpose of the activity changed from just chatting to sharing the latest information and exchanging opinions. Thus, the gatherings were no longer just for [Familia] interactions but became events in cooperation with the guild, influencing the entire city.
The bestowal of titles is also one of the segments, and it has now become a convention.
"I heard that many children have [Leveled Up] recently."
"Yes, plus the newcomers from the [School District] joining familias, this should be a bountiful harvest."
The gods walked up the stairs in twos and threes. The venue for the Gathering of Gods was on the 30th floor of Babel Tower, located in the center of the city.
The venue used an entire floor's hall, with all partitions knocked down. Thick, long columns lined up in a row, supporting the raised ceiling. The spacious area had only a large round table in the middle, with no other furniture. The walls in the distance were all huge glass windows, surrounded by the sky thirty floors high.
Various gods attended this meeting. There was a male god with tightly pursed lips, unable to hide his nervous expression; a mysterious figure wearing a giant elephant mask; and a silver-haired goddess with her eyes lightly closed, smiling as she waited for the meeting to begin.
Unlike the "Banquet of the Gods," which required formal attire, the gods could freely wear whatever they liked.
"Then, let's begin—", A ethereal yet seductive female voice rang out.
The previously noisy round table immediately fell silent. The speaker stood up, her silver-white hair swaying.
The goddess who appeared in the sight of the gods was even more outstanding among the already handsome gods. Compared to other gods, she was slightly superior.
Her skin was as delicate and fair as freshly fallen snow. Her slender limbs were tender and fragrant, just gliding through the air was enough to captivate hearts.
Her small, soft buttocks and the slim waist above them, if looked at directly, could probably make one lose their rationality. The chest of her gold-embroidered dress was open, tightly wrapped in a piece of fabric, with an impressive and beautifully shaped bust. Perhaps it was too hot, as her cleavage was dyed a cherry blossom pink.
Such unparalleled beauty could even be described as peerless.
"The several thousandth Gathering of Gods officially begins. I am Freya, the host for this time. Please take care of me."
"""Yay—"""
The scene erupted into enthusiastic cheers and applause, a spectacle like never before, especially among the male gods. Their fervent attitude could almost be described as madness, giving the illusion that this place was "Ragnarok."
"Strange," Hephaestus whispered from a corner of the round table, "Freya actually hosting the [Gathering of Gods], this is a first."
"Indeed, I wonder what that infatuated goddess is scheming now."
The red-haired goddess Loki next to Hephaestus, sitting with her legs crossed in an unladylike manner, spoke such harsh words.
Loki stared fiercely at Freya's chest. Seemingly noticing her gaze, Freya turned her head and gave Loki a charming smile.
"Oh ho!"
A male god sitting behind Loki spurted blood from his nose and collapsed onto the table.
"Freya, Ishtar, Aphrodite... these goddesses of beauty have personalities that are harder to figure out than the last."
Hephaestus said, "Ishtar isn't attending this Gathering of Gods, so today will probably be Freya's solo show."
All [Goddesses of Beauty] have difficult personalities to deal with, this is a consensus among the gods.
Loki was still staring intently at Freya's chest, occasionally glancing down at her own disappointing bust, her gaze growing fiercer.
"By the way, Loki, when deciding on the [Title] for my child later, don't cause any trouble, okay?", Hephaestus whispered.
"Huh? That [Elf Slayer] who dares to seduce my girls?", Loki glanced sideways, "I think this title suits him quite well."
"Fine," Hephaestus nodded.
Loki smirked, "If you don't want him to get such a miserable title, then... what did you say?"
"I said 'fine.'"
Hephaestus chuckled, "Just as well, your familia has two elven girls whose titles need to be decided. If Shirou's title is decided as [Elf Slayer ]—"
Hephaestus's voice paused for a moment, "I think their titles, [Forbidden Fruit of Abundance (SexyElf)] and [Pure White Flower (Sweet Elf)], would be quite fitting."
Upon hearing the two titles proposed by Hephaestus, Loki's mind immediately conjured up an image—Alicia in a backless sweater and Lefiya in a JK uniform, both sitting seductively in front of a camera, using peace signs to cover their eyes while showing charming smiles.
In front of them was that despicable [Elf Slayer (Elf Slayer)], reaching out his sinful hand towards them...
"You're using this move, how vicious!", Loki gritted her teeth.
Loki wanted to give that audacious scoundrel who dared to covet her elven sisters a shameful title, but if it meant sacrificing her own children, the goddess was a bit reluctant.
[Elf Slayer] appearing alone would shame Hephaestus, but if it were bestowed along with those two seductive elven titles, it would be the Loki Familia's disgrace.
"So, if things get out of hand, it won't benefit anyone," Hephaestus extended her hand.
"Tch... fine then," Loki gently grasped Hephaestus's hand.
The two goddesses temporarily reached a peace agreement.
At the same time—
"First, let's exchange information. Does anyone have any interesting topics to share?", Freya's enchanting voice echoed through the venue.
"Yes, yes! First, poor Soma. His subordinates messed around behind his back, and his familia was directly disbanded. Now he's locked up writing a self-criticism, and his only hobby, brewing, has been banned."
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