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#1067 A Beautiful War

Well, this all started rather abruptly.

A debate among the gods.

For some reason, the war goddess Athena and the war god Velesares have decided to descend to the mortal realm to clash over their opinions.

The topic of today’s debate is how to deal with the excessive population growth.

Thanks to a recent baby boom, the total population of this otherworld has skyrocketed. In fact, it has practically doubled.

When the population grows too...

#1066 A Live Debate Until the End  

“Thanks for coming all the way out here, Sensei.”

“Please, think nothing of it.”

First things first, I invited Sensei the Lifeless King over.

In reality, he’d arrived at the farm ages ago and was apparently having a blast in a snowball fight with the Farm School students.

That’s when Momoko spotted him.

“Eeeek! What’s with this skeleton monster?!”

Wait, she doesn’t know abo...

#1065 The Hero Heads to the Saint’s Farm

My encounter with the hero Momoko came as a bit of a surprise, even to me.

I hadn’t realized someone had been searching for the farm for such a long time.

So, I thought, “Well, might as well show her around,” and guided her to the farm.

“This is... this is the Saint’s Farm...?!”

As Momoko gazes upon the entire farm, she trembles from head to toe.

Is she that moved?

“There’s nothing but snow...

#1064 The Saint has been Found

All right, that’s a wrap for this year’s Orkubo’s Castle.

Time to pack up, everyone!

But don’t let your guard down just yet. The event isn’t over until you’re safely home.

Make sure our departing guests make it back without any injuries, so please guide them carefully.

Also, don’t forget to collect all the materials.

Let’s not trouble Lord Dalkish, who kindly lent us this land.

Remember, let’s leave t...

#1063 Curtain Call and Awarding

It’s me again.

We’ve wrapped up this year’s Orkubo’s Castle without a hitch.

Since it was our first festival after that massive baby boom, I think the dads were extra fired up in the competitions this time to celebrate the birth of their kids and to show appreciation to their wives who did all the work.

Huh?

Complaints from the wives?

“If you really want to show appreciation, maybe help out more with childcare and ...

#1062 Arms United

The Demon Prince Goetia stands at the fourth gate.

Well, that’s technically me, though.

The first and second checkpoints had some interesting theatrics, but the third obstacle took things to a whole new level.

At Orkubo’s Castle’s third obstacle, you usually face off against artificial lifeforms called homunculi. But in the kids’ division, these homunculi wear bibs and come at you wielding baby rattles.

It was actually pre...

#1061 A Small Holy Demon

Once again, it’s me Demon Prince Goetia.

Every single day, including today, is essential nourishment on my journey to becoming the Demon King.

I can’t afford to waste even a moment.

Today’s event at Orkubo’s Castle will surely be another precious experience that will help me when I ascend to the throne.

Everything is for the sake of me becoming the Demon King!

“And now, we commence the Orkubo’s Castl...

#1060 A Mini-Challenge

I’m Goetia.

Eldest son of the great Demon King, Zedan.

One day, I’ll step into my dad’s shoes and lead the demon race and our kingdom as the next Demon King.

The responsibility and hope for the future always set my heart on fire!

So today, I’m checking out this event called Orkubo’s Castle.

It feels like my first time here, but Mom says I’ve been here plenty before I could even remember.

Now that she mentio...

#1059 A Holy Sword’s Murmur EX

My name’s Annihilating-Holy Sword Siebengrün.

I’m one of the Seven Holy Swords forged by the Underworld God, Hades.

We Seven Holy Swords are destined to destroy each other.

We battle, win, crush, and snap our foes in half, devouring their essence to power ourselves up.

At the end of this destructive path lies the ultimate prize...the True Holy Sword.

Our clashes exist to birth this ultimate weapon.

On...

#1058 Hero vs Demon King

The Demon King Who Got His Buff Body Back Thanks to Natto!

...Not that a summary of previous events would make any sense.

In any case, the Demon King shed his chubby shell and reclaimed his title as the strongest once more.

Even Hero Momoko is utterly overwhelmed by his newfound muscular might.

“Hmph! Ultimate Demon King Slash!!!”

“Eeeeeeeeeek!!!”

With just one swing of his sword, the Demon King un...

#1057 The Demon King’s Revival

As the fourth checkpoint’s trial concluded, the arena was engulfed in a storm of boos.

Why, you ask?

Because Momoko’s victory was just too dirty!

Naturally, the audience was furious at seeing evil triumph, shouting, “You’ve got to be bullshitting us!”

But even in such a hostile situation, Momoko didn’t flinch; in fact, she was more energetic than ever.

“Hah! No matter how much you boo, victory is m...

#1056 Hero vs Hero

And so, the battle begins between Ritheseus and... that woman now calling herself Momoko? The summoned hero from another world.

It’s a showdown of heroes, old versus new.

On one side, a hero from ancient times who gained superhuman powers by inheriting divine blood...

On the other, a modern hero summoned from another world, granted overpowered abilities.

When the old era and the new collide, the story unfolds.

#1055 Gama Kenpo

At the third checkpoint, something unexpected happened.

An actual sword fight broke out?!

“Take that! And this! Ha!”

“Wraaaaaaaaaaahhhh!!”

Defending the checkpoint is none other than Mermaid King Arowana.

He rules over the vast oceans and the Mermaid Kingdom, one of the world’s three major realms.

Challenging him is a mysterious woman.

Probably an adventurer or something along those lines.

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#1054 A Hero Challenging the King of the Seas

It’s me again. The event’s in full swing.

Orkubo’s Castle is bustling with excitement again this year.

As we move into the afternoon session, things are getting unusually lively.

It all started with the new support system we introduced.

We’ve always had issues with a surge of injuries during the afternoon sessions.

We allow walk-in participants at Orkubo’s Castle’s “Afternoon Program.” These people decide to ...

#1053 Rivalry Between the Newbie and Pro

Still your favorite hero, Momoko, speaking!

Actually, scratch that. I’m not a hero right now!

I’m just your humble challenger, Momoko!

A lone warrior taking on the impregnable fortress known as Orkubo’s Castle!

I’m like Don Quixote charging at windmills!

...Wait was it Donkey Hotay?

Well, whatever.

Besides, I’m even more fired up than when I first decided to take on this challe...

#1052 The Hero Joins the Fray

Momoko joins the battle at Orkubo’s Castle!

It’s time for an all-out Crash Break brawl!

“Hey, no roughhousing, Momoko. We have to follow the competition rules,” Selena reminds me.

Right. Let’s play fair and have fun!

I promptly submitted my entry!

Surprisingly, my application was accepted without a hitch, and I’m set to compete in the afternoon session!

I thought they’d ask me questions, so it was a bit a...

#1051 A Considerate Princess

I’m Momoko, the hero who’s currently just a spectator.

It’s SASUK*!

*ASUKE!!!

I never imagined they’d have SAS*KE in another world!

I thought nothing from modern times would exist here, but there’s a festival that rivals anything back home!!!

And it’s not exactly the same as S*SUKE; it has its own originality, which is a big plus!!!

Since it’s called Orkubo’s Castle, it’s the...

#1050 There’s Always Something Similar in Every Generation

I’m Momoko the Heroine in the middle of winter.

As the chilly season sets in and farming takes a backseat, everyone seems to have some free time.

But that’s precisely when the star entertainer—yours truly—takes center stage!

...Huh? You’re wondering if I’m not a hero anymore?

Well, I’m currently juggling both heroics and entertainment.

After all, making people smile is the same in both roles!

#1049 The Heroine Momoko Returns

My name’s Momoko.

One of the legendary heroes summoned to this world.

After countless twists, turns, ups, and downs, I now dedicate my life to bringing joy to people everywhere.

And how, you ask? Through women’s pro wrestling...!

“You did it, Momoko! This season’s ticket sales just hit an all-time high!!!”

That’s Pandora, cheering me on.

She’s one of the wrestlers in...

#1048 The Ultimate Orkubo’s Castle

And so, winter arrives...

It’s time for Orkubo’s Castle!!!

This is the annual tradition where everyone gathers for a fun-filled obstacle course!

You could even call it a day of bonding for the farm and the rest of the world.

This year, we’re hosting the event as usual, except it comes with an extra layer of meaning this time.

We’re in the midst of a baby boom, and the whole world is buzzing with exciteme...

#1047 A Series of Celebratory News

Later on...

Word of successful births kept pouring in from places far beyond the farm.

First off, the Mermaid Kingdom.

The entire kingdom went wild with the news that the Mermaid King and Queen had welcomed their second child. 

The whole sea, perhaps? 

Does it even matter...? Anyway!

A newborn directly in line for the throne is a huge deal. No doubt about that.

Queen Puffer gave birth to a girl.

A...

#1046 The Sunniest Day

That day might have been the happiest day the world had ever seen.

All over the globe, babies were being born left and right, and every single one was healthy. 

There were no complications for any of the mothers, either. It was smooth sailing for almost everyone.

It’s as if the world has decided to welcome a whole new generation all at once.

And among those new little lives is my son, Shotaro.

His older b...

#1045 Guardian Spirit

For the next one to two hours, an intense sports match raged on, with the earth spirits squaring off against the Ubusunagamis.

“Supernovaaaa!”

“Lightning Craaaash!!!”

Both sides keep hurling what I can only assume are their “ultimate moves.”

In the end, the score was a whopping 1,247 to 1,247.

With that many points racked up, it was less of a game and more of a messy free-for-all, right?

Still,...

#1044 Pinch Hitter

What a predicament.

A crisis has emerged right before the big baby boom in this other world.

In this world, divine blessings are required for pretty much everything.

That also includes childbirth.

Here, the goddess in charge of delivering babies is Eretueia.

But once the baby is born, the other mother goddesses, like Hera, Amphitrite, and Demetersephone, throw up their hands and say, “We’re done here!” Totally hands-of...

#1043 Falling at the Last Hurdle

It’s me back at the farm again.

Lately, my life has been chaotic thanks to the baby boom that’s swept across the land. But finally, it seems the craziness is about to end.

Platy’s belly has grown quite round, too.

Looks like her due date is just around the corner.

We’ve got everything prepared on our end.

Thanks to our experience with Junior and Norito, we’ve got the know-how for handling births.

#1042 A Renowned Prime Minister’s Dignity

Former Mermaid Kingdom Prime Minister Midrocon!!!

My chance has comeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!

While that foolish woman leaves the prime minister’s seat vacant, it’s my turn to shine!

Once that seat’s open, there’s no doubt everyone will agree I’m the perfect fit!

And who better to fill it than me, Midrocon?

After all, I’ve got the experience!!!

All that waiting, all that patience—it’s finally pa...

#1039 Sensei’s Legend

“What’s wrong with dried meat? It just kinda hangs out in your mouth, waiting for the right moment to go down.”

Veil mumbles while chewing noisily, stuffing her face with the meat.

Yes, dried meat is great.

It keeps well and, most importantly, it’s delicious.

However, I think this town could use something a little more unique to set it apart.

Once I’d finished the mountain of dried meat they’d served...

#1041 Remaining in Obscurity for Life

The Most Capable Minister of the Mermaid Kingdom, Midrocon.

My woes began right when the king swapped out.

With the new reign of King Arowana, there was no room for me.

Not only was I dismissed from my position, but I didn’t even get some honorary title to relax into.

After everything I did as Prime Minister, I thought I’d at least get a fancy title that’s all show and no work, but nothing.

Curse that King Arowana...!<...

#1040 The Mermaid Prime Minister Reminisces

I am Midrocon. 

Mermaid Kingdom Prime Minister Midrocon! 

...Well, former, that is.

Former Prime Minister Midrocon. 

I once ran the kingdom’s affairs and was a trusted right-hand man to King Nagus.

I’m not exaggerating when I say that I pulled all the strings in this place back in the day. 

If I said “right,” everyone looked right...

If I sa...

#1038 A Lonely Sensei

Continuing as Sensei the Lifeless King, ever at your service.

We’ve managed to capture the band of thieves that have been troubling the town.

For the time being, I’ve frozen them in place using time magic, but it’s not a permanent solution. Perhaps it’s time to lift the spell.

“Instead, I could simply halt their cognitive functions. That would prevent any thoughts of escape or resistance while they’d still obey instructions ...