Chapter 38

"If that's the case, does that mean there's no necromancy or similar magic?"

"In games and such, there's necromancy that allows you to control dead servants. Is there nothing like that?"

"Are you talking about the undead or zombies in games and movies? It's impossible to control the dead due to the concept of death. However, just like how you can crack a computer, there are situations where certain organisms can manipulate the properties of a target in a special way to turn them into zombie bots. Sometimes, during this process, they can also spread a virus, similar to a computer virus, to increase their numbers. There are also cases where, due to poor management, the properties become distorted, leading to the creation of abnormal terminals. This is probably closest to the image of controlled and naturally occurring undead. The reason divine magic is effective against the undead is to repair the abnormal properties. In your games, clerics do this, right? That's the image."

The principle behind Turn Undead is this.

When asked about this, it was explained that if the property damage is high, a corresponding amount of magic power is needed to fix it.

Therefore, in cases of significant damage, only the cracked part is repaired, and the rest is left as is, which is why the body remains dead.

High-level undead have a lot of parts with abnormally high or manipulated properties, so a corresponding level of proficiency in divine magic is required to deal with them.

Also, since they are still alive, if the damage exceeds a certain level, they will die like any other organism.

Especially in the case of controlled undead, if the master's management is poor, they can quickly die from malnutrition or untreated injuries.

"Like vampires in your world? That's the most straightforward example. They infect others with a virus through minor injuries to turn them into servants. It's easy to keep them alive by changing only the parameters of their consciousness. There are similar races on this planet too."

"Is it okay to leave crackers unmanaged as an administrator?"

"They are just exploiting the vulnerabilities of the terminals to manipulate properties. The main job of the administrators is to operate and maintain server applications. As long as it doesn't affect that, they don't get involved. Pleasure mentioned it, right? They are objects of universal love."

It was explained that skills exist to protect against vulnerabilities, similar to patches.

"Since we're talking about the undead, let me give you a warning. The nature of individuals on this planet is not much different from Earth. Some individuals have abnormal parameters in their consciousness. To be frank, there are those who actively try to harm others for their own benefit."

Alecto looked at me seriously.

"Your goodness is commendable. It's influenced by your background and education, but this tendency aligns with what the server administrators desire. However, because of this, don't make a mistake. Be firm in dealing with things that harm you. To put it bluntly, you should be able to kill your own kind when necessary. This is an accepted reality."

It felt like my vague fears were being confronted. Indeed, there are pleasure killers and thieves on this planet. Can I kill them?

"Is it because of the taboo of killing your own kind, instilled by education? I understood that from the logs. This nature aligns with the theme of this planet. Basically, it's not a problem. Therefore, here, I, and we, the gods, forgive you. Do what you must when the time comes."

Killing people, huh. It feels unreal. Even with goblins, I'm not sure what will happen.

"It's unbearable to see a guest harmed by such things. As Pleasure said, the gods welcome and bless your visit. We are not so petty as to withhold forgiveness when it is necessary."

Alecto smiled sincerely.

"Don't worry about it. There will be opportunities, as it's part of your livelihood. That's why I entrusted the ritual to Pleasure. With that, it should be easy to neutralize them."

"Thank you... very much."

I couldn't say anything else. I could only express my gratitude.

"Then, about this matter. Monsterization is a phenomenon where properties are changed. You confirmed some property information through 'Recognition,' right? It doesn't happen often, but it can occur under certain conditions. I don't have the authority to help you that much, so be very careful."

"Yes."

"Then, guest, or Akihiro. It's about time."

It didn't feel like we had been talking for long. Including the meal, it couldn't have been more than three hours.

"Has so much time passed?"

"Because of the response to 'Scholar,' this place is a bit special. There was time spent on countermeasures and constructing the environment. The flow of time is also distorted here."

Alecto extended his hand for a handshake.

"May your journey be fortunate. We will meet again. The other gods are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to meet you."

Why do they want to meet so much?

"What? A guest from the living Earth, specifically Japan. Many want to hear your stories. Pleasure was the first to jump at the chance, which is why he did."

Alecto laughed loudly.

"I had a good time. I am grateful as well. Oh, and tell Healing to prepare. Passing on the art of living is the minimum we can do for a guest."

"Yes, thank you. I look forward to meeting you again."

"Indeed. Farewell."

The moment Alecto whispered, his figure disappeared, and the surroundings were enveloped in darkness.

I started to feel the darkness and the sensation of my body returning.

"... ... Notification. Reconnection confirmed. Starting situation check. Starting log check. ... Check complete. No abnormalities detected."

I heard the voice of Mr. Scholar.

Ah, I'm regaining consciousness. Is Riz angry? I thought about that as I opened my eyes.