-1413- Magic Dual Swords

Unlike Misora, who uses the extremely difficult-to-handle Magic Cannon Sword, Rico uses a very typical long-range attack weapon—a Magic Gun.

Generally speaking, there are three types of long-range attack Magic Alchemy Weapons: Magic Guns, Magic Bows, and Magic Cannons.

As the names imply, these are gun-type, bow-type, and cannon-type Magic Alchemy Weapons.

Though they come in various forms—such as pistols and sniper rifles for Magic Guns, with differences in range and power depending on the type—their attack methods are fundamentally the same. They involve infusing the Magic Alchemy Weapon with magic power, using rune engravings to form magic bullets or cannon rounds for attacks.

Chloe, for instance, uses a Magic Cannon Staff, which is among the most powerful and highest firepower types for rearguards. With her ability, one shot can scatter an entire legion of Armored Beetles, with destructive power comparable to the full-strength attacks of second or third-generation vampire Beast Vassals.

As for Rico, she uses a sniper rifle-type Magic Gun that focuses on precision shooting. Though it has lower power, it has great killing and piercing abilities.

Thus, when Rico donned her protective dress and equipped herself with her Magic Alchemy Weapon, the muzzle of the pitch-black sniper rifle began to radiate magic waves.

That was Rico's Magic Alchemy Weapon—"Athena."

"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"

In the next moment, without any hesitation, Rico continuously pulled the trigger, sending magic-formed bullets slicing through the air like laser beams, shooting at the approaching Armored Beetle mud puppets.

"Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!"

Before long, with the sound of explosions, the mud puppets were hit by the magic bullets, turning into a shower of mud, bursting into countless fragments.

Contrary to her bad personality, Rico's skills were extraordinary. It was not an exaggeration to say she was a sharpshooter, as every shot hit its mark, and no magic bullet was wasted. All targets were hit.

If outsiders saw Rico's precise shooting, they would surely be astonished.

After all, this was not a level that E-rank cadets could achieve, not even C-rank rear guards.

Her practical exercise score of A was not an exaggeration; it was truly reflective of her ability.

All the Armored Beetle mud puppets were shot down by Rico, turning into mud and scattered on the ground.

"A natural outcome."

Rico said proudly as she flicked her long hair.

Unfortunately, Rico celebrated too soon.

The mud puppets she had shot down began to gather in mid-air as if time had reversed, gradually returning to their original forms, completely unscathed.

"This..."

Rico was stunned.

Even if she was self-centered, Rico realized this was not going to be an easy training session.

"That man...!"

Rico gritted her teeth again.

Meanwhile, the mud puppets spread their wings again and flew towards Rico.

Seeing this, Rico quickly raised her Magic Gun.

For a moment, magic bullets flew, mud puppets soared, making Rico's training field lively.

At the same time, Misora faced off against her mud puppet.

"Ha....!"

Misora shouted continuously while hovering in the air using flight magic, approaching her mud puppet, with her Magic Cannon Sword whirling like a hurricane.

However, the expressionless mud puppet easily dodged Misora's fierce attacks.

Misora's attacks were fierce, but her technique was too poor. It was more like she was smashing with the Magic Cannon Sword rather than slashing, resembling more of using a club than a sword.

As a result, the chaotic attacks were effortlessly dodged by the mud puppet, which also wielded a Magic Cannon Sword-like mud sword. It moved like a nimble swordsman, its sword flashing and efficiently striking Misora's body.

"Ugh...! Ah...!"

Misora groaned in pain. Although she wasn't injured, each cut from the mud sword left sticky mud on her, dirtying her skin.

Furthermore, the mud puppet occasionally distanced itself from Misora, raising its mud sword to fire mud bullets at her from the tip.

This was the advantage of the Magic Cannon Sword: it could be used for close combat slashes and long-range cannon shots. However, its balance was poor. Due to its cannon function, the sword was heavy and large, affecting attack speed and operability. Without a sight for aiming, its attacks were difficult to hit. Few chose this weapon; only someone as individualistic as Kanata Age would select the Magic Cannon Sword from the beginning and master it to the point of being called the "Black Master Swordsman."

Misora, evidently, lacked such talent, resulting in her being toyed with by her mud puppet and soon becoming completely covered in mud.

"Damn! It's just a mud puppet!"

Misora continued her reckless and impulsive attacks on her mud puppet.

Meanwhile, Rozen was also facing Lecty.

"What's wrong? Aren't you going to arm yourself and attack?"

Rozen gestured to Lecty.

Lecty had already shrunk into a ball.

"Do... Do I really have to fight?" Lecty asked anxiously and nervously. "Can't I fight mud puppets like Misora and Rico?"

Lecty looked teary-eyed.

Obviously, it was too much for this timid girl to face Rozen directly.

But Rozen gave no leeway and spoke firmly.

"No, attack now."

Rozen gave the order directly.

"Ugh... Got it..."

Lecty, looking bullied, raised her hand with a sniffle.

"Armor! Weapon!"

The jewel box on Lecty's hand shone brightly.

Lecty's uniform vanished in the light, replaced by a shoulderless, short-skirted protective outfit that fit her lithe body. In her hand, she held a Magic Alchemy Weapon.

It was a pair of short swords with flowing, feather-like lines, light and elegant.

This was one of the rarest types of Magic Alchemy Weapons—Magic Dual Swords.

The Magic Dual Swords in Lecty's hands were her Magic Alchemy Weapon—"Ama no Hibakiri."

When Lecty, trembling, raised her Magic Dual Swords...

"...!"

Rozen's eyes instantly sharpened.