The well-Balanced Yamamoto-san Gets Caught up in a Death Game

Chapter 6

According to Instructor Lilica, Merlin is squirming because he heard that magic can be learned by reading magic books in the library for a certain amount of time, without using SP.

Yes, he had already taken [Fire Magic] and [Dark Magic] normally. In terms of SP, he’s lost 8 points, so it’s understandable that he’s squirming.

Speaking of which, I’ve also lost 4 SP. It’s disappointing.

“Many skills can be acquired through dedicated training over time. It may take time, but those hours will surely lead you to greater heights! Moreover, the skills you’ve acquired will become more refined as you use them more! A famous example is that when your magic proficiency reaches a certain level, you’ll be able to use spells. If you want to improve, you just need to keep practicing!”

I see.

So we don’t need to use SP for everything to acquire skills. It seems some skills will naturally develop if we keep practicing.

I wish they had told us this earlier.

Oh, but maybe this is part of the tutorial to explain these things, so they want us to come quickly without taking detours.

Another impressive part of Instructor Lilica’s talk was about magic attributes.

In this LIA, each attribute has its strengths and weaknesses. For example, [Fire Magic] has many offensive spells but can’t do healing, while [Water Magic] is good at enhancing defenses but has almost no attack spells, and so on.

And according to Instructor Lilica—

[Fire Magic] has high attack power and many area-of-effect attacks, so offensive mages always acquire it.

[Water Magic] excels in defense, allows for stable combat, and is strong against terrain effects. Support mages often acquire it.

[Wind Magic] is good at enhancing agility, increasing accuracy, evasion, and attack frequency, making it convenient for ending battles quickly. Speed-type frontline fighters or support mages often acquire it.

[Earth Magic] is good at hindering opponents by creating rock walls, quagmires, or sandy areas, forcing a tactical style of combat. People in military professions or intelligent mages often acquire it.

[Light Magic] excels at healing wounds and recovering from status ailments. However, increasing resistance is better with [Water Magic]. It’s the go-to magic for healing mages.

[Dark Magic] excels at lowering the opponent’s magic resistance, blinding them, and cursing them. It’s packed with annoying effects, making it popular among mages who enjoy underhanded tactics or offensive mages for debuff purposes.

As you can see from the discussion so far, you need to narrow down the magic you acquire based on the role you aim for.

For example, if you want to be a healing mage responsible for all healing, you should focus on [Water Magic] and [Light Magic]. For buffs, you might choose [Water Magic] and [Wind Magic].

Well, what I want to say is that it seems almost no one collects all attributes like I do.

I mean, at first glance, it looks like a build that screams “amateur.”

No, I’m not the one who did this, okay? And if I get appraised poorly, I’m the one who’ll be laughed at.

…

I should get strong enough to repel appraisals in the future…

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“Alright, next we will conduct practical training!”

Just when I thought the explanations were finally over, we moved to the training ground located in the basement of the Adventurers’ Guild for practical instruction. The space is about the size of a gymnasium, but there are a few people around, making it a bit difficult to focus.

“Those who register as adventurers here will start as D-rank adventurers if they show good skills! So, do your best!”

Um, I don’t really understand what D-rank means?

So I asked Tatsu-san, and he said that normally, people start as low-ranking E-rank adventurers.

“E-rank adventurers mainly do tasks like gathering and carrying loads. There are a lot of quests designed to help beginners gain some knowledge, like making acquaintances in the town or learning the local geography.” “Isn’t that a good thing? What’s wrong with it?” “There’s an image that adventurers = monster slayers. So, those who want to skip the errands and just fight monsters aim for D-rank.” “Is that so? What about you, Tatsu-san?” “Me? I’m fine with either. No matter which way it goes, it seems like it could be fun.”

“That’s really important, isn’t it?”

While Tatsu-san and I were talking, the first vampire guy got his attack stopped with one hand by Instructor Lilica and was immediately thrown.

It felt like he went all out with his punch, but it didn’t work.

“Your attack power is good! But with that slowness, you won’t land a hit on fast monsters and will get taken down! Work on your agility and intuition more! Next!”

Is he focusing on a physical attack build? Well, neglecting agility and intuition isn’t good, even if it’s because of that.

Next up is the zombie kid.

He’s holding his sword and shuffling forward cautiously.

He seems experienced, maybe he practiced kendo or something?

Even so, Instructor Lilica easily dodged him and swept his legs out from under him. He didn’t stand a chance…

“Your strikes are sharp! But you lack creativity! Don’t assume everyone will fight you head-on!” “…Yes, ma’am.” “Next!”

Now it’s the girl in the party dress.

She opens her mouth nonchalantly, and suddenly lets out a piercing scream. At the same time, a shockwave flies towards Instructor Lilica.

Instructor Lilica barely dodged the attack at the last moment and closed the distance before the girl could launch a second strike, ending it with a knife at the girl’s throat.

“Ugh…” “Your destructive power is excellent. However, you need to think about how to handle the skill cooldown. Alright, next!”

Against weaker monsters, she probably wouldn’t have needed a follow-up attack. She likely hadn’t considered that. The girl, seemingly reflecting on this, dejectedly headed to the edge of the training ground.

Next up was Merlin.

He stood motionless in front of Instructor Lilica, staff in hand.

“He’s probably worried about the cooldown and can’t cast a spell.” “If he misses, he’ll end up just like that girl.”

Still, this was meant to be a training exercise.

He couldn’t stay motionless forever.

“What’s wrong? As the instructor, I must give you the first move! If you don’t act, this will never end!” “D-damn it! [Dark Mist]!”

With Merlin’s shout, the area was instantly shrouded in black fog. Instead of using his favored [Fire Magic], he caught everyone off guard with [Dark Magic].

However, when the black fog cleared, Merlin was being held up by one hand by Instructor Lilica. What had happened?

“Are you an idiot? My race, the succubus, thrives in darkness! [Dark Magic] has no effect on me! You need to think more about the effects of your magic! Next!” “Oh well, it’s my turn now.” “Good luck, Tatsu-san!”

Maybe spurred on by my encouragement, Tatsu-san performed acrobatic maneuvers while scattering [Fireballs] at Instructor Lilica. It looked like he was ignoring the skill cooldown, so maybe it’s Tatsu-san’s unique skill?

It was an attack like a bombardment, but once Instructor Lilica started flying using her wings, the tables quickly turned. In the end, Tatsu-san conceded by raising a white flag. Instructor Lilica is really strong!

“You’ve already established your fighting style! If you hone that cunning approach, your power will match the higher ranks! Alright, you can start from D-rank!” “Oh, I got the seal of approval. Lucky me!” “That’s great!” “Next!”

Huh?

“Um, I’m aiming for a production role, so I don’t intend to become an adventurer. Do I still have to undergo this practical training?” “According to the rules, everyone must go through it! Don’t worry, I’ll go easy on you! So, come at me with confidence!” “Even if you say to come at you with confidence…”

I moved to face Instructor Lilica, thinking about what to do.

Well, there’s no need to reveal my abilities in front of all these people.

So, I run towards Instructor Lilica empty-handed.

“Instructor, brace yourself!” “Heh.”

With a chuckle, Instructor Lilica disappears from my sight, but I sense she’s moved to my left side and quickly turn around.

“Whoa!?” “!?”

A kick passes right in front of my face! That was close! And thank you, intuition!

Wait, is another one coming!?

My intuition is warning me of even more danger!

Instructor Lilica is spinning like a top with her back to me, about to unleash a series of spinning back kicks. I bend backward and try to dodge as best as I can.

“Eek!” “Is this too!?”

Instructor Lilica’s sharp spinning back kick grazes my armor while I was turning, causing my upper body to accelerate sharply. My spinning arm accidentally hits Instructor Lilica, who had just finished her kick and was momentarily immobile. Was she in the skill cooldown period?

“Oh no.” “Damn!”

I only touched her lightly, but Instructor Lilica was unexpectedly blown away with more force than I anticipated.

Well, she probably couldn’t brace herself because she was in the middle of a skill cooldown. Even so, that was way too much…

“Uh, are you okay…?” “Heh, your attack power, intuition, agility, and luck… they’re all beyond what a beginner should have! Alright, you should start from D-rank too!” “No, I’m aiming for a production role!”

Instructor Lilica stood up with a nonchalant expression and then casually dropped another bombshell. Seriously…

The glares from Merlin and the vampire kid are really uncomfortable!

“Hmm, if you ever decide to become an adventurer, come to the Adventurers’ Guild right away! We always welcome registrations from young people with potential!” “Haha, I don’t have any plans for that right now.”

Despite Instructor Lilica’s enthusiastic invitation, the tense tutorial finally came to an end.