Not only that, the land died as well. With Ainz at its center, an area measuring 200 meters in diameter instantly turned into a desert.
In a world where only death existed, the only thing left moving was Ainz and Shalltear.
Ainz’ secret weapon, ‘The goal of all life is death’, it strengthened the instant death effect of spells and skills to the point where even those with complete immunity were killed.
A method to defend against it was to, like Shalltear, deploy a self-resurrection effect and so on.
It was also the reason why even inanimate objects like the air and land had died. Although its effects weren’t to this extent in YGGDRASIL, in the real world, it was much more clearly pronounced in the form of granting ‘Death’ to all equally.
Even Ainz was taken aback by this strange occurrence. The fact that using a game skill in reality could change it to this degree, it was almost enough to make him unwittingly shake his head in wonder.
But Ainz swallowed his surprise. His pride was what kept him from letting his shock seem obvious. As if to say that this was what he was aiming for, Ainz, with a haughty arrogance befitting a ruler, quietly spoke to the lone survivor.
“How do you feel after witnessing the power that grants death to even those without life?”
A fresh breeze flowed into the surroundings, thinning the dead air. Carried by that wind, another voice could be heard.
“It was amazing, as expected of Ainz-sama. All of my kin ended up getting killed. But Ainz-sama’s MP seems to be almost gone. On the other hand… my health is still fine.”
Shalltear’s eyes reflected the nearly depleted state of Ainz’ MP. Although he still had a bit left, it was only enough to cast probably two or three more spells at max. With so few, no matter what spells he used, it would be impossible to kill Shalltear.
This was the case even if he were to use the super-level magic 「Heaven’s Downfall」.
“Is using two more 10th tier spells your limit? But since Ainz-sama’s magic is so strong, there’s no telling what amazing things you could do even with just that.”
“Indeed, it seems about two is all I have left.”
It was not a lie.
She won.
A smile of satisfaction rose to Shalltear’s mouth.
The line that divided the victor and the defeated was now clearly decided. Shalltear Bloodfallen as the victor, Ainz Ooal Gown as the defeated.
With the composure of the winner, Shalltear praised the loser, Ainz, who had put up a good fight.
“You were incredible Ainz-sama. Like how your MP is almost gone, mine is completely spent and my skill charges are nearly gone as well. You’ve fought very well until now.”
She channeled her strength into her hand grasping the Spuit Lance. The only thing left was to end his life in close combat.
“I agree. Your compliments, I will accept them graciously.”
She didn’t like it.
Ainz Ooal Gown’s calm behavior.
But Shalltear cut down the encroaching snake named anxiety with a single slash.
No matter how hard she thought it over, there was no way for Ainz to overturn this situation. He had already spent his single use secret weapon. Then that could only be the appearance of the condemned who has accepted his final moments. Rather than calling it composure, it was more like a feeling of resignation born from his resolve.
Shalltear slowly walked and began to close the distance. Even if he were to attack with a scroll, she was confident that her attack would be faster. That was why there was no need for her to be impatient.
Ainz did not flee. Not only that, he simply stood his ground without moving. Sensing his resolve, Shalltear asked:
“Do you have any last words?”
“Let’s see… Because I was at a disadvantage, because I would turn into a weakling once my MP ran out… And because you thought as much, for not saving your power, I am very grateful, Shalltear. If you had fought with discretion, the battle would not have gone nearly as well. “
“….What?”
Shalltear doubted her ears. Just now, she had heard something incredibly out of place.
Having left Shalltear in such a state, Ainz spoke quietly.
“The most important aspect of PVP is how well you transmit fake information to your opponent. For example, switching your equipment in order to raise your holy resistance while acting as if it was still effective. While on the other hand, leaving your weakness, the fire attribute, untouched. Only… my predictions were slightly off. I expected you to use 「Analyze Life」 and had prepared 「False Data: Life」 in advance, but it ended up being a useless effort. If you ever get another chance, make sure that you clearly observe your opponent’s health. Otherwise, there will be a large disparity between devising the plan and its execution.”
They were not the words she was expecting.
Shalltear couldn’t understand what was being said. No, she didn’t want to understand.
He simply has yet to accept his defeat—.
No, that wasn’t it. She felt a strong will. Not only that, a presence of someone with victory in his grasp.
