Ainz’ magic resistance was capable of completely nullifying all low and intermediate level magic, regardless of how strong of a magic caster his opponent was. On the other hand, Shalltear’s magic resistance depended on the strength or level of her opponent. A weak magic caster’s attack would be completely ineffective, even if it was a 10th level spell. However, against an incredibly powerful magic caster— in this case, Ainz— 1st level spells would be her limit.
Although the power of magic contained in items like scrolls varied to an extent based on the creator, they were normally adjusted to the lowest level. For this reason, there was a high chance that spells cast using a scroll would not be able to pierce through Shalltear’s magic resistance. It was the reason why Ainz was not using them.
As Shalltear calmly analyzed the situation, Ainz cast his magic.
“「Maximize Magic: Thousand Bone Lance」.”
Piercing through a wide area of earth with Ainz at its center, one thousand, two thousand—no, an uncountable number of bone spears exploded forth. The white spears scattered and crashed repeatedly into the magic barrier. And with the sound of breaking glass, Shalltear’s barrier began to shatter. The rubble that was scattering to the surroundings melted into thin air.
“Che!”
The barrier she had created using a big chunk of her mana was destroyed in a single attack. This was completely outside of her predictions. While feeling annoyed from this development, another attack flew at her.
“It isn’t over yet! 「Maximize Magic: Thousand Bone Lance」!”
“—「Greater Teleportation」.”
She chose a location in the air, outside the effective range of 「Delay Teleportation」.
“Did you think I will let you escape— 「Maximize Magic: Gravity Maelstrom」!”
Somehow, Ainz was able to predict Shalltear’s teleportation. As if he had grasped the timing of her reappearance, Ainz’ magic flew in her direction.
From his skillful battle, Shalltear almost felt like she was falling for him. The way he fought was impossible without a certain degree of experience.
“You still seem relaxed.”
Ainz, the one Shalltear had to kill for some reason, spoke quietly:
“How is it that you seem so relaxed with me as your opponent? There is no difference in our levels, equipment wise I have the edge, and my only disadvantage is that I cannot use the spells I am specialized in. But Shalltear, I sense from you the conviction that you have the upper hand, the confidence that you can win, no matter the circumstances.”
Towards her master, who was asking her why, Shalltear felt a sense of superiority.
“Ahahaha. Then I’ll show you just one of the reasons why I’m confident. Did you know I had a skill like this?”
Shalltear wore a smile allowed only to the victor and activated her 「Unholy Shield」. A dark red shockwave that was reminiscent of blood spilled forth around her. It easily blew away the gravity sphere that was close to impact.
It was one of Shalltear’s skills that combined both offense and defense.
“Tsk!”
The sound of Ainz clicking his tongue could be heard. If the reason that Shalltear clicked her tongue just previously was because of events that extended past her predictions, then his was because Ainz had just lost the advantage.
“Ahaha!”
Shalltear laughed at him and displayed another skill.
Floating above her palm was a huge divine war spear that measured over three meters long. Its blade was particularly large. The pure aura radiating from the spear was proof that it was no ordinary weapon. Its silvery white brilliance that seemed to reflect the sun was beautiful.
“Ohhh…. It is my first time seeing this. Did you create it with your skill?”
“Ahahaha. How long will you be able to keep up this farce, Ainz-sama? Since you don’t even seem to know what this is, I’ll explain it to you. The name of this spear is the Purifying Javelin!”
Mocking his ignorance, Shalltear fired the silvery white spear. She did not throw it. Instead, it levitated by itself and shot through the air. By expending MP, it had the added effect of perfect accuracy—
“Ughhh!”
—stabbed Ainz through the chest. To Shalltear, it looked as if the face that should not have been moving was twisted greatly in pain.
“Ahahaha! It seems magic weapons with the holy attribute are different after all. This seems pretty effective?!”
Once again, a huge spear materialized in Shalltear’s hand and was immediately fired. The spear flew with an unavoidable speed and pierced through Ainz’ shoulder.
“Kuh, you dare! 「Maximize Magic: Reality Slash」!”
