Peerage Strength: Yubellena, the Witch
As the King of his peerage, Riser Phenex knew he needed to be strong, not only for himself but for those who depended on him. His recent trifle with Rias Gremory couldn't cloud his judgment. His body had grown significantly stronger under the influence of training weights that exerted a force equivalent to two hundred times normal gravity. This grueling regimen had forged him into a force to be reckoned with.
The first skill Riser mastered was his innate talent for regeneration. If he could heal from wounds, torn limbs, and life-threatening injuries, he reasoned, why not tweak this ability to enhance specific cells? By applying regeneration to his neural cells, he enhanced his sensory abilities and perception, making him even more formidable.
The system granted him unrivaled potential. Through relentless training, he pushed his physical body to its limits. This rigorous training had transformed his body into a vessel capable of channeling magic seamlessly, granting him the ability of [Physical Body Augmentation]. Despite his busy schedule managing numerous businesses, he always found time to train.
Riser surpassed his clan members in the art of manipulating fire. His flames, now blue, reached a scorching 2500 degrees Celsius, and he continued to push their temperature even higher. His body had evolved to produce these blue flames, a testament to his immense power.
When Riser first reincarnated Yubellena, he used the mutated queen piece, recognizing her determination to grow stronger. Negotiating with the system, he granted her the Witch Template, raising her potential through the roof. The template bestowed upon her the ability of [necromancy], a skill Riser could also use. Yubellena's ability to summon and control skeletons through demonic magic allowed her to dominate the battlefield, earning her the moniker of Madame of the Battlefield.
Their combined abilities were so formidable that even the champion preferred to avoid them. The skeletons Yubellena summoned could be resummoned at any time, creating an endless stream of nightmarish minions. When the Witch Template was active, it induced an AoE debuff, a significant hindrance to their enemies.
Riser had chosen the Clash of Clans template as his initial reward, knowing it would be incredibly useful. Yubellena could ascend into a more powerful form, the Super Witch, but this came at the cost of exhausting her magic power for a temporary increase in attack.
"Yubellena, summon the skeletons," Riser commanded. With a flick of her wrist, skeletons rose from the ground, bowing to their master. Riser discovered that training the skeletons could make them more powerful, similar to conditioning the physical body. The more strain the bones endured, the denser and stronger they became. These skeletons were now ten times more powerful than before, capable of withstanding attacks from high-class devils.
"Sword swings a thousand times, then you shall have martial arts practice. Your master, the Witch, shall train you in unarmed combat," Riser instructed. The group of ten skeletons nodded, their training a testament to Riser's meticulous planning. Though small and seemingly cute, they were a menace when Yubellena was angered.
Riser and his peerage watched as the skeletons trained, their sword strikes becoming faster and more precise. Due to Riser's [Unlimited Potential], he knew the skeletons' capabilities were just beginning to be tapped. He aimed to make them so powerful that they could be crucial in any attack strategy.
[Skeleton Skillset: Due to the host's involvement, the skeletons have developed their skills and shall continue to develop. The Skeleton's skillset includes [Bone Augmentation], [Magic reinforcement], [Sword Talent], [Aggro detection], [Paranormal intuition], and [Call of the Dead].
Under the host and his queen's command, the ten skeletons have evolved into a subclass - Skeleton Warrior. They have gained pseudo-sentience and can now channel surrounding magic.]
Riser's peerage was shocked by this revelation, while Yubellena was elated. This meant their summons could become even more powerful.
"However, I want the skeletons to first understand how to channel demonic magic and improve their bone density and base skills. The more versatile they are, the more we can understand. I need them to be able to strategize attacks and use basic spells," Riser explained. The skeletons, attentive to their master's words, gave a small salute, which made Riser chuckle.
"Your skeletons are becoming more and more powerful, Riser," a voice remarked. Riser turned to see his brother, Ruval. "Greetings, Ruval-niisan. Indeed, only if these skeletons become more powerful can Yubellena and I catch a break. I need them to be strong," Riser replied, and Ruval nodded.
"Yubellena and you have already stepped into the realm of Ultimate-class devils with your power. [Necromancy] is a broken ability, and Father said it was very troublesome to deal with," Ruval noted, and Riser nodded in agreement.
"Regarding your engagement with Rias, whatever decision you take, we will support it," Ruval said, and Riser agreed. Ruval watched as the peerage trained, pleased that his brother had reliable allies. Every member had reached the level of high-class devils, with two—Yubellena and Xuelan, Riser's rook—attaining the status of Ultimate-class devils.
Ruval noticed that Yubellena never relied on the power of her queen piece. The entire peerage had sealed off their pieces during training. When asked why, Riser explained that this method was more effective in reaching their true potential. "Training my ass! No wonder they are powerful if they train like this," Ruval thought, marveling at their dedication.
This rigorous training was reminiscent of Sairaorg Bael, renowned for his unparalleled physical strength despite his inability to use magic. Ruval then focused on Xuelan, the rook, and was intrigued by her intense training regimen.
Riser's commitment to strength and strategy was evident. His pride and confidence as a devil were unshakeable, and his right hand, Yubellena, stood as one of the most powerful devil queens in the charts. Together, they were a formidable force, ready to face any challenge the future held.