Inside the flight which was one provided by the Cherry Blossom Empire with Raven getting his team the best seats. Regal, Fenris and Warcrest had their weapons stowed away with only the thinnest layer of armor that had human features, with their human faces being able to be seen. Scars over their faces and their white hair. Fang? Fang was wearing a simple shirt with a pair of slacks while Jersey was in her business casuals. Sitting in first class as the stewardess and stewards brought their meals.
"The One Who Rips... What is this.. Dish?"
"It's a bowl of noodles, Fang." Fang took a bite.
"Truly this is an interesting dish. I believe if our rations could incorporate the flavor, it would be much useful for us."
"If we get the others in, I'll ask the Claws to look into it." Enjoying the springy noodles with the rich but gentle flavored broth. It was good for their stomach. Taking a peek to see Jersey musing over her inflight meal with a romance comedy. Fang watching documentaries about religion. Regal on the dramas about high society in the past, Warcrest looking at war movies and Fenris watching the classic samurai movies. Their meals were taken away with snacks being served. Fang was just staring onto the plastic snack, gently opening it as he ate some pieces.
For Raven. The question was whether his brother was happy living here. In his past the Cherry Blossom Empire had fallen as a result of 10 Sovereigns descending upon it. It was also where Raven found a few blades that belonged to Sovereigns that protected the Cherry Blossom Empire, three blades that they gave him which helped kill the other 10 Sovereigns.
Certain Personas may use the Sovereign Weapons.
Lieutenant of Cloud Breaker.
Abyss Gaze.
Flames of the Forest.
But Raven hadn't unlocked Cloud Breaker yet. So it was time for him to spin. Spinning the wheel for Persona Shards.
10 shards Flames of the Forest.
10 shards Lieutenant of Cloud Breaker.
10 Shards Shady Enforcer (12/25)
10 shards A Most Evil Being
10 Shards Lieutenant of Cloud Breaker(24/20)
10 Shards God of War (S Tier Persona)(10/100)
10 Shards Flames of the Forest (20/40)
10 Shards Sword Saint's Husband (B-Tier Persona) (10/30)
10 shards The Weak One (D-Tier Persona) (10/20)
10 shards A most Evil Being(43/100)
Unlocked
Lieutenant of Cloud Breaker.
Raven could glance into it later.He needed to see what he could pull with his 50 tickets. Something he will do later. Amused at how Fang was very drawn into the world of documentaries on religion. Perhaps it was a way for him to renew his faith or to explore faiths freely without much fear of being called a heretic.
You can pull without the door.
Just that the allies will appear when you need them to do so.
Just use the app on your phone to do it.
"That seems awfully convenient."
Vinter : Sometimes having allies in your pocket can be a trump card.
Go ahead and pull.
You can use your phone to do it.
Raven decided on the pull. Trying his luck to see what works and what doesn't. 5 pulls with 50 tickets.
BEGINNING YOUR PULL!
1.The Weak One (Item)
2.Fragmented Mage (item)
3.God of War (item)
4.The Weak One (item)
5. Flames of the Forest SR ally
6.Shady Enforcer (item)
7.Abyss Gaze (item)
8. Flames of the Forest (item)
9.Lieutenant of Cloud Breaker (item)
10.Conscript of Ibis. (item.
1.Arctic Fox (item)
2.A most Evil Being (item)
3.Talentless Hero SSR ALLY
4.Conscript of Ibis (item)
5. Abyss Gaze (item)
6.Talentless Hero (item)
7.Sword Saint's Husband SSR ally
8.A most evil being (item)
9.Talentless Hero (item)
10.Fragmented Mage (item)
1.A most evil being (item)
2. Henchman of Burisa SR ally
3.The weak one (item)
4.Smiling Mime (item)
5.Scorpio (item)
6.Shadow Lord SR Ally
7. A most evil being (item)
8. Flames of the Forest SSR Ally
9. Henchman of Burisa (item)
10. Arctic Fox SR Ally.
1. Talentless Hero (item)
2. Flames of the Forest SSR ally
3. Fragmented mage (item)
4. A most evil being (item)
5. Shadow Lord SR Ally
6.Fragmented Mage (item)
7. Smiling Mime SR ally.
8. Durandal Section 1 (item)
9. Shadow Lord SSR ally.
10. Abyss Gaze (item)
1.Fragmented Mage(item)
2.Conscript of Ibis (item)
3.Shady Enforcer (item)
4. Grand exorcist (summon scroll for low rank familiar)
5. Moonlight Solitude (item)
6. Shady Enforcer (item)
7. Durandal Section 1 SSR ally
8. Conscript of Ibis (item)
9.Shadow Lord (item)
10.Moonlight Sonata Item.
Raven wondered who the allies were.
Flames of the Forest SR Ally
The Flame Mage Waldo.
A young mage who is talented with flames.
Currently the head of the fire magic tower
Fire Magic Tower Master Mastery of flames to its utmost limit. Can teach others how to use fire magic Scholar of Fire Understands the history of all types of flames at a glance, and studies them completely Shepherd of Flames A title gained because he can make flames follow and bend to his will with his mere thoughts.
Talentless Hero SSR Ally
Sword Hero - Glinter
A famed S-Rank Adventurer who had accepted teaching from the Talentless Hero.
Now retired and leads a peaceful life as an instructor.
Mastery of the Greatsword Despite the greatsword's size, Glinter is known for his mastery with such a weapon. Stalwart Loyalty to his friend, the Talentless Hero knows no bounds. Bloodlust User Able to convert his own bloodlust to be aura, hence his nickname Bloodthirsty Mongrel Get it together rookie! Can teach people who use greatswords with high efficiency and his own personal swordsmanship art 'White Glint'. Mindfulness When not in combat, slowly recover his stamina and strength.
Sword Saint's Husband SSR Ally
Daughter of the Sword Saint and Her Husband - Ciara
Inheritence of my parents Uses a saber that lacks a handguard, following her mother's training and intuition. Uses a katana to match her father's technique. The Father's Opportunistic nature Like her father, Ciara searches for opportunity to kill her foes. The White Lion's Sword Mastered her mother's swordsmanship as the White Lion Aura of the Lion Her aura presents itself as a lion and its roar can be heard with each swing The Father's Techniques Learned her father's swordsmanship, Nameless Blade that has become second nature to her.
(Can be upgraded with a few fights with Fenris)
Henchman of Burisa SR Ally
Fellow Henchman - Donald
A fellow henchman of Burisa, Donald's good with his fists.
Not the talkative type.
It's always a brawl Known for streetfights and where everything goes. He'll grab a chair, a table or even throw a bicycle at someone. If it works, it works Brass knuckles in hand, he's good at punching people to submission. So dump it in the river or just burn the car? Can take care of the dirty work. Need him to dump a body? Need him to burn stuff? Need him to beat a man senseless? Just ask him to do it.
Shadow Lord SR Ally
5 Shadow Knights
Servants of the Shadow Lord. Nameless knights.
Shadow Sword Their blades cannot be broken as it is made from the darkness Shadow Armor Armor can be damaged but as it is made from darkness, it can be healed easily. Do not falter for the Lord is by your side Even when they perish, they will return to fight in the name of their lord.
Flames of the Forest SSR Ally
King Arcian Reach
Current King of the Rylanor Kingdom.
When knowing about your world, he has since abdicated the throne.
The closest friend the Flames of the Forest.
The one whom Flames of the Forest had sworn allegiance to.
Rylanor Royalty Sword Technique Uses a longsword with a swordsmanship that is exclusive to the Reach Royal Family A King's Pride His pride that tramples against his foes who have threatened him or his allies. The bloodstained King For when his older brother attempted to usurp the throne by force, King Arcian marched to the frontlines with the Flames of the Forest to face them, ending his brother's attempt. A King's Wisdom A wise King whose reign had birthed many allies and friendships of his Kingdom.
Arctic Fox SR Ally
Jeane
A member of the Arctic Beasts Corps.
Jeane is a low ranked soldier from the Orca unit.
Breacher! Using his rifle with an underbarrel shotgun, Jeane is an expert at clearing rooms and buildings. They've got traps! Disables traps and ensures that the area is safe. I'm always at the front Always take the front.
Flames of the Forest SSR Ally
Queen Sichilde Strai Reach
Current Queen of Rylanor Kingdom.
When knowing about your world, she joined her husband in abdicating the throne.
A close friend to the Flames of the Forest.
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Strai Family's Pride Raised as a warrior and duchess of the Strai family, she is known for her skill with a rapier and a stiletto. Queen's Honor Her honor does not allow anyone to trample on her husband's kingdom and allies. The Unseen Queen A natural stealth fighter, A Queen's Thoughtfulness A wise Queen who is able to manage an entire country's budget and taxation by herself.
Shadow Lord SR Ally
5 Shadow Mages
Servants of the Shadow Lord
Magic Uses all elements Do not falter for the Lord is by your side Even when they perish, they will return to fight in the name of their Lord.
Smiling Mime SR Ally.
Cobalt
A wolfdog that was raised by the Smiling Mime
Best boy Primarily tracks enemies but known for its nimbleness. The Baddest Boy His bite... It does hurt. Item carrying boy A large wolf dog that can carry a certain set of equipment.
Durandal Section 1 SSR ally
Durandal Section 1 Vice-Chief Jack.
The Vice Chief of Durandal Section 1.
He's one of the best members of Durandal with a primary focus on eliminating enemies with a blitz attack.
Fear the First Blade The First Blade is the nickname of Section 1 Durandal, known for their brutality.
Demoralizes enemies and debuffs them. Serpent Blade Blades attached to the shoulders that can be deployed with thought to strike at enemies. The Tip of the Blade. He's the one who is always beside the Chief. Always taking the frontlines as needed. No mercy Does not show mercy to enemies or civilians. Has killed hostages to force the enemies to see little value in them as meat shields.
"Damn. This lineup? It might make plenty of things trivial." Raven said as he thought about it. But Ciara was the one he was most curious about. Raven couldn't be there for her during her younger years, would his own daughter resent him? How could he make it up to her? And how does he explain to Aquila that he has a daughter? How would this even workout? Stretching his limbs as he waited for the next few hours.
He was reading on the guilds in Cherry Blossom Empire but what caught his eye was the 'Strife between Guilds of Cherry Blossom' that caught his eye.
What's this one about? Raven's eyes were glued to the screen as he read each word carefully.
> 'The Blue Vipers and their two subsidiaries, Snowbane and White Wolves are at odds with the other guilds on the matter of requesting RF support from Euphemia. They stated that the requesting help from the RF shows how lack cluster the current Hunters of the Empire to the world. It's also noted that they had protested to the Empress of the Empire as a means to maintain their dignity and honor.'
Raven wasn't sure what's more important to them. Their dignity or the fact that they have too many dungeons appearing all the time but there was another article that caught his eye.
> The arrival of the hero of Rosenfelt. Hunter Raven Ashenworth. An ill omen?
> It has been confirmed by an insider source that the Hunter dispatched by RF with the authorization of Commander Shaw, Euphemia Empire's Hunter Association President Black, Black Wings Guild leader Aquila is Hunter Raven Ashenworth. What is known prior to the Raven's life as a Hunter was that he had led a life of debauchery. Images and videos of him partying and drinking have surfaced. This also includes his relationships with women. Another point to add that Raven Ashenworth was responsible for killing S-Rank Hunter Brent by shooting his legs and left the Blue Vipers Branch Leader of Euphemia in a state of insanity.
>
> Citizens and Hunters protested as they view him as nothing short of a brute with many citizens stating that he is a Hunter who does not deserve his title. Nor can he maintain his rank. It is also noted that he had openly threatened Blue Vipers Executive McNeil in the Association meeting.
>
> Quoting Executive McNeil 'He is a loose canon that needs to be reigned in. If we don't put a leash on him, he'll be just as volatile as his brother!'
Slander of the highest level, perhaps McNeil does want to die quickly. Not like Raven could be bothered by it. Technically he didn't threaten McNeil. He threatened Carmilla's parents but he can expect a not so proper reception upon landing. Plenty of words were being thrown around. Comment section was ridiculing Raven with plenty of people saying that Raven didn't earn his rank and was leeching off his brother. Comment section also touched upon Ivona and Dolores. Which had Raven feeling his blood boil.
Somedays he missed his days when he was a villain. Not caring about human life, always going through with his threats. Always murdering whatever that bothered him. Somedays he should go back to the old personality of his. Too much bureaucracy. Too much requirement of needing to do good and follow the path of 'justice' which is just a bunch of idealistic words that mean nothing. When the plane landed, Raven and his team got their gear. Save for Warcrest who just put a bit of armor over his body, since it was an urban environment, he won't need all of his weapons. Just carrying a shotgun.
"Let's try not to kill anyone unless we have to." Raven said as they walked through the checkpoint, seeing people holding signs to protest against him.Though he did feel something lurking in the air when he stepped out of the airport entrance. Cameras rolling to capture his presence, reporters making their news and people protesting about how brutal he murdered Brent.
"The One Who Rips... I can sense bloodlust in the air." Fang was right, there was blood lust. Whereby there were Hunters who were wearing masks, readying themselves for the fight. Regal flicked the safety of his rifle, Fenris readied his Three Wolves, Warcrest loaded his shotgun, Jersey readied her revolver while Fang braced himself. Raven was calm just smoking a cigarette as he took a step forward when a Hunter appeared out of thin air. Attempting a strike. Only for Fang to strike the jaw, then grabbing the Hunter by the collar. Throwing them down to the ground, placing his knee on the Hunter's chest and left hand bringing out the javelin.
Two more Hunters ran out from the crowd where Fenris stopped them with his Two Wolves, turning to Raven. A Hunter knocked an arrow from the bow, Warcrest just swatted it aside, where it pierced into the ground. A reporter drawing out her belt that turned into a blade, going after Raven from behind. Jersey just used her shoe to parry the blade, then an elbow to the face. Shoving the revolver to the chest.
"Go ahead." Upon those words, Fang began to stab the Hunter who was downed, Fenris slashed off the limbs of the two Hunters. Then it was off with their heads, Jersey emptied the revolver through the reporters corpse. Regal fired a single shot and they see a splash of red from the distance. A Hunter went after Raven where Warcrest took a step to the side with Raven drawing out a karambit. Parrying the katana to the side, lacerating the Hunter's limbs and tendons in an instant.
"Please! Have m-" Raven slit the Hunter's throat and continued smoking his cigarette. Several more Hunters stepped forward, including association agents who had their weapons ready.
"Quite the welcome. So where do you need me to go?"
"Drop your weapons! Hunter Ashenworth! This is a violation of conduct! You have spilled blood on Cherry Blossom's grounds!"
"So what? I just take the hits? I have no intention of being all merciful to ones who point their blades at me." the citizens seemed agitated. One civilian drew her pistol and shot at Raven 10 times. His body recoiled from the shots, one bullet went to his face. Only for them to see the bullet caught in his teeth. Spitting it out while he used his fingers to dig the bullets out from his torso. Flicking them back at the woman who did that.
"Stop this!" Raven turned to a Hunter who stepped force. Stervy or rather Sora, who wielded a katana stood before him.
"You are to respect the laws of the country." Sora's face riddled with anger. Raven felt his heart sink bit by bit, he was expecting a warmer reception from Stervy. Maybe because he was expecting something else. Expecting a sign that showed concern or just joy at seeing him.
"And what let people go after my head? What are you fucking stupid?"
"It's true that they went after you but you have no right to do this!" Sora took a step forward but Fenris blocked his path.
"Stand down." Fenris sheathed his blades, Regal flicked his rifle on safe. Jersey put away her revolver and Fang pulled the javelin out of the dead Hunter's body.
"Take us to where we need to go." A truck appeared for his allies while Raven would be sitting in the limousine. The way Sora did not say a word to him, not a word shared with each other.
"Does the name Aquila mean anything to you?"
"That's the name of the guild leader of Black Wing. Your brother. What of it?" The words were spoken easily, which meant that Stervy does not remember who Raven or Aquila are. Or most likely he does not remember himself.
Telepathy has been activated with the other allies.
"Fang?"
"Seems like they think we're Hunters. The One Who Rips. They are trying to recruit us and there are women here using their skill 'Charming Figure' to get us into it. They are members of Blue Vipers. We are immune to this because of The One Who Rips." That was distasteful, it's not a good impression at this point. For now, Raven was not going to say much as he was brought over to the Imperial Castle. With a design that paid homage to the rich history of the empire, Raven would've loved to take sometime to read into this but he was here to work. Not a vacation.
"Sky Blade, Sora has brought Hunter Raven Ashenworth and his allies!" Raven stepped in with his allies. Seeing Emperor Tsugahara staring at him with the Empress and Imperial Princesses being present. Sora bowed but Raven and his team did not.
"You should pay your respects to His Majesty." Sora whispered but Raven just ignored him, the other Hunters who were present felt the air stir as they were thinking about attacking Raven. Bloodlust swirling all around the room.
"I'm here to work. So tell me which dungeons I should go into." His defiance was earning their ire but it wasn't something Raven cared about.
"Quite hasty. Why not indulge in our hospitality?" One of the Princesses used charm on Raven.
Charm has failed.
Cannot be charmed.
Target is hostile towards you.
Do not use charm again.
The one who did that? Falling on her knees as she developed a seizure.
"Arrest him! He has harmed the princess!" The Emperor shouted only to see Raven put on his persona. The One Who Rips where Sora drew his blades at Raven. The blade did not reach Raven, instead Raven threw Sora to the wall. They see him don a bloodstained uniform. Bloodstained seals over the shoulders with javelins on his back. Throwing the javelins at Sora who could barely withstand the attack. His feet skidding back.
Sora unleashed his ultimate sword technique against Raven. A thousand aura slashes where Raven just signaled to his allies to get away. The aura slashes were powerful but against the One Who Rips? It is useless. Standing there as Raven took the hits, creating a great shockwave that shook up the entire castle. Through the smoke, Raven grabbed Sora by the neck, slamming him to the ground. Clearing the smoke entirely.
"What's the plan, twerp?"
"Boss!"
"I await the command from the One Who Rips."
"If they attack us, kill them. If they don't just let them be." Raven said as he as lifted Sora off the ground, they could see Sora attempting to slice Raven apart with his blades. There was no reaction as Sora slashed Raven's eye, only to be slammed through the walls. Then throwing him to the floor where it began to crack, using great force to break through the ground. Going down to the lower floors until the castle lobby. Throwing Sora out as Raven turned to the guards who were present.
"Jack. Handle this." The armored Durandal member appeared by Raven's side, wielding a pair of longswords.
"Got it, Chief. What about civilians?"
"Don't kill them. For once. If they choose to harm you, feel free to execute them." Raven headed to the entrance as guards stepped forth to stop him. Only for the serpent blades of Durandal's armor pierce through their bodies, skewering them to the walls.
"Chief told me to handle this. So, sorry. I guess." Jack spoke as Raven left the entrance. Hearing screams from behind him as he glanced at Sora who was up in the air. Unleashing aura waves of swords that began to chase after him like rabid dogs on the hunt. The sheer power in these ones were better than before, perhaps Sora had to hold back because of civilians? Even if Raven blocked it, it would scatter and split themselves into smaller waves that would continue the onslaught. An interesting technique but Raven wasn't going to just watch this. Prepping the javelins on the ground, that was a necessary for Raven for 'Rip It In Place'. Seeing the chains appear on Sora's body, that was his cue.
Leaping into the air as Raven grabbed Sora by the collar. Ripping the chains over the body, then throwing Sora unto the javelins, impaling Sora onto it. Then placing his hand over Sora's head.
"Ciara. Glinter. Arcian. Sichilde. Protect me."
"Yes, father." Ciara readied her saber and katana, standing while wearing the uniform of the White Lions.
"Got it." Glinter's gray hair swayed with the wind, stretching while he had the greatsword over his back.
"Of course, my friend. Do what you need for your sibling." Arcian spoke as he wore the fur coat that reached the ground, readying his longsword.
"Very well." Sichilde readied her rapier and stiletto, wearing a red suit to match her husband's fur coat.
It was time for Raven to dive deep into Sora's mind. This was not how he wanted it, he just wanted to take it easy and come back later. But if the Empire decided to do this, he might as well follow through with it.