Alright, I've finally acquired a human body; I can't keep wearing just fur forever!
For that reason, I decided to quickly ask for some clothes to be made.
While a slime's body is convenient, it has its flaws.
One of them is equipment. I can't equip anything except special magical gear.
Well, I don't feel cold or heat, so it's not much of a problem, but defensively, it's a bit worrying.
I was just about to want some equipment that could withstand a single blow.
The dwarves seem to be making various things recently using the materials from the monsters the goblins have been hunting.
First, I'll ask them to make a set of children's clothes.
With that in mind, I headed towards the dwarves.
Inside a log cabin that had been built somewhere, there was a workshop for making clothes.
The eldest son of the dwarves, Garum, was giving instructions to the goblins and overseeing the production.
"Hey! Garum-kun. I want you to make some clothes for me!"
"Huh, young master? What are you talking about? How are you going to wear them? You can't equip anything, right?"
"Hehehe. Hahaha. Haa??? Hahaha! Don't look down on me!
Don't think I'll always be unable to wear anything! Haa????!!!"
"Wh-What?! The young master's body is getting bigger..., is it a child...?"
"Tch. You're not very surprised... Well, I can become an adult too, but first, please make some clothes that I can wear in this form!"
"O-Oh. Then, let's take your measurements! Hey, Haruna. Take the young master's measurements!"
I had my measurements taken by Haruna, one of the women who was working on the production.
Of course, I wasn't wearing anything, but I wasn't embarrassed. There's nothing to be embarrassed about when there's nothing there...
"Oh! Rimuru-sama, you've become so cute!"
Saying that, she seemed happy as she took my measurements.
Cute? I might be cute, but are goblins also finding me cute?
It was surprising to learn that even monsters have a sense of aesthetics.
Since the clothes will be completed by tomorrow, I decided to check my new skills for now.
I changed the location.
To test the skills quietly, a place where no one is around is best.
I told Rigrd that I was going out and ordered him not to let anyone approach.
Then, I headed to the Sealed Cave in the center of the village.
The place where I met Veldora.
There, the vast underground space is incredibly sturdy and no one comes here.
Even the cave monsters are scared and don't come near.
So, I decided to start the experiment quickly.
The Unique Skill "Mutator" and the Extra Skill "Heat Manipulation," right?
First, I acquired the Flame Giant's "Phantom Body, Flame, and Area Barrier."
What should I test first...
Should I test the Phantom Body or the Flame Giant's abilities?
Flame, right. I couldn't activate it in my slime form.
There are some functions (skills) that can't be used due to some factor, but what is the cause?
The Area Barrier could be used. What is this?
The purpose of this skill is to enclose something in a barrier of heat to prevent the outflow of thermal energy, right?
Since I can't use Flame, even using the barrier with a slime... should I wait? Can it be used as a barrier?
Hmm.
Originally, it's meant to enclose an opponent in a barrier, so it's quite strong. It might be usable for that purpose.
The designated area is a hemisphere with a maximum diameter of 100 meters. It has no effect below the ground.
The minimum size is enough to cover my own body. The effect doesn't change; it's just a change in size.
What about the strength?
I created a phantom body and had it activate the barrier.
I aimed at the barrier and released a "Water Blade." It was deflected with a "ching" sound.
Hohoho... It's quite strong, isn't it?
Then, I tested the "Poison Breath" and "Paralysis Breath."
What I found out is that it consumes a lot of mana.
The mana given to the phantom body wasn't consumed when using "Paralysis Breath," but it was destroyed immediately with "Poison Breath."
In other words, it can withstand it if the amount of mana is adjusted.
I gave a large amount of mana to the phantom body and had it activate the barrier again.
Then, I became a black wolf and used "Black Lightning."
This "Black Lightning" can be used in the form of a black wolf, and the range and power can be adjusted.
The two horns are used to control the power and range.
Since slimes don't have horns, the mana is drained all at once.
For that reason, I adjusted the power to the maximum and the range to a personal level and released it!
The phantom body's barrier was set to a personal size. The smaller the size, the less mana it consumes.
The barrier,
Crack! ...............Kaboom?????!
There was nothing left.
That's too dangerous!
This... I can't overestimate this barrier.
Originally, I have resistance to electric currents and heat attacks, so why did it turn to ash?
I don't quite understand.
This "Black Lightning" might have the potential of a special mark beyond an Extra Skill.
My heart almost burst.
I'm glad I didn't test it on myself recklessly! I thought to myself.
However, since I can't use it unless I take the form of a black wolf, I think the use of this "Black Lightning" will be limited...
I took the form of a Flame Giant and tested the Flame.
It changes into a high-temperature gas of about 2000Β°C, but as expected, the mana runs out quickly if used outside the barrier due to the large energy outflow.
This is also a skill whose usage is hard to determine.
Additionally, the Flame used in conjunction with the barrier is quite cruel.
Indeed, it's an A-rank Over.
The Flame Circle, which is a barrier combined with Flame, burns the lungs of living beings inside with heat and fire, making it impossible for breathing creatures to survive.
Since I don't need to breathe and have ex-level heat resistance, it wasn't a problem for me, but for others, it's an absolute killing move.
I was relieved that it was so compatible with my abilities.
I'll think of a way to use it soon.
Now, what about the Extra Skill "Heat Manipulation"?
Like what Shizu did, it's impossible to cause an explosion. What's the principle behind it...
I can create flames on my fingertips or shoot flames from my palms. These are possible.
I can also focus heat on my fingertips and release it, like a plasma cannon.
The focused method is more powerful.
The flame from my palm is usually around 200Β°C. When focused on my fingertips, it reaches about 1600Β°C.
In this state, I release mana in the same way as a "Water Blade."
When it hits a target 10 meters away, the temperature of that part is over 1400Β°C. It seems quite useful, so I named it "Flame Bullet."
It's similar to a finishing move that some alien fires from their fingertips.
I can also concentrate the flame in my palm to burn the opponent.
Holding the opponent's head and firing the flame! This dangerous act is also possible if I want to.
With this skill, it's possible to increase the temperature with practice and eventually use explosive techniques.
Unlike monster skills, the key is practice!
Now, the last skill I acquired.
It's the "Mutator."
No, I'm not that? I was a gentleman, so I'm not a pervert. Besides, it's a very dishonorable name.
It's like someone who has opened their eyes to a dangerous hobby...
No, I haven't opened my eyes?
Anyway, I decided to verify its abilities.
However, it's completely unknown what is possible.
In such a case, I'll ask the "Great Sage" for help! Please!
[Answer: The effects of the Unique Skill "Mutator"...
Fusion: Transforms two different objects into one.
Separation: Separates different properties of an object into different things.
(Separated objects that do not have a physical form may disappear.)
These are the main abilities.]
Indeed.
Shizu's mind control, was that the effect of this skill?
To be honest, this skill seems to be compatible with my abilities.
Even a slime body, which doesn't have the function to sweat, felt a cold sweat.
It seems that understanding the opponent's abilities is a prerequisite, and it might be possible to eliminate an enemy's skill.
[Answer: It's impossible to remove or separate abilities that are ingrained in the soul.]
So, it's not all-powerful.
However, it's definitely compatible with my abilities.
For example, is it possible to fuse monsters that I can take the form of?
Shizu was mind-controlled by the Flame Giant, but in my case, can I mind-control with my own will?
Mind control feels like manifesting the abilities of the fused body on the base body.
It might be possible to change the appearance at will.
I imagined it.
Fusing a Flame Giant with a slime as the base.
A faint red aura is emitted from the surface of the body. That's all...
Externally, that's the only change, but the surface temperature is about 200Β°C.
Flame, which was impossible before, is now easily possible.
When using Flame, the aura changes to blue flame, and the surface temperature exceeds 1400Β°C.
Even a body slam attack might deal damage.
If caught by an enemy, I might be able to escape in this state.
I fused each of the monsters I had devoured.
The spider took a white shape.
The centipede grew fangs. Gross.
The lizard had scales on part of its body.
The bat had devil-like wings. Surprisingly, it looked cool on a slime body.
The black wolf's body turned black, and it grew two unicorn-like horns.
Due to the lack of eyes, the position of the horns is a bit unstable.
Next, the black snake. A golden sphere appeared on its body.
While in slime form, I was able to use all the abilities completely.
It looks a bit strange...
Can I fuse multiple at once?
The answer is yes, but only up to two monsters.
Fusing the abilities of three monsters is impossible. However, most of the abilities can be used even without fusion.
The performance is lower, but if the ability itself can be used, there's no need to fuse them.
The only abilities that can't be used without taking a form are "Flame" and "Black Lightning."
It's not a function, but the emergency ability of the bat can't be used without taking its form. It's impossible to just bring out the wings.
Therefore, the basic approach would be to choose two from the Flame Giant, Black Wolf, and Bat, and fuse them according to the situation.
If a breath-type ability is suitable, I can adjust accordingly.
Additionally, if I take the form of a monster and add abilities there...
I can fuse the abilities of up to three monsters.
No matter how I look at it, it's a chimera. Thank you very much...
No, this is really intimidating.
The Black Wolf or Black Snake base looks the most dangerous.
The strength of the abilities doesn't change regardless of the base, but the highly mobile Black Wolf is optimized as the base for a chimera.
I'll use this form when it's really dangerous.
Suddenly, I thought about what would happen if I took a human form and added abilities.
The biggest advantage of humanization is that equipment is possible.
When taking a form closer to a monster than a beast, there's no equipment that can be used.
Humanization and fusion can be considered a powerful skill.
I'll only write down the external changes.
Flame Giant: Hair and eyes turn crimson.
Black Wolf: Hair turns black, and two wolf-like tufts of fur grow. Wolf tail and puppy ears!
Black Snake: Eyes turn golden with snake-like pupils. The tips of the hands and feet are surrounded by hardened scales, and claws grow.
Bat: Devil-like wings grow.
Changes to forms that can't use certain abilities without taking them:
If I acquire a powerful magic sword in the future, I might use this form for battles.
I might start thinking about making a magic sword, as I had thought before.
After all, fusion can be applied to inorganic objects.
What I mean is, it seems possible to fuse weapons with attributes or special abilities.
I can't know the details without actually experimenting, though.
To defeat a demon king, a holy attribute sword might be better, right?
Well, I'll go to a kingdom and look for one.
Oops, I forgot to check my resistances.
When I acquired the Extra Skill "Heat Manipulation," I gained resistance to heat attacks at the same time.
However, I would still melt and die if I were to plunge into the sun.
To what extent can I withstand it? I can only test it with my own abilities.
Until now, I couldn't test various things because I was afraid of damaging myself, but today's experiment is a bit different!
Like the "Black Lightning" experiment, it's the turn of the phantom body.
I can experiment freely to see how much damage I can withstand!
It's a bit painful, but I'll endure it.
I created a phantom body and manipulated it. Of course, it's in slime form. If it were a child, it would be problematic.
This body, even though I'm in a child form now, can also be created in a slime form.
Once I get used to it, I think I can create it with equipment on.
The limitation of the phantom body is mainly related to Extra Skills.
First, "Great Sage"
It can be used if it's within a 1 km radius.
If it's farther, the mental link is cut, and only simple commands can be given.
Since the vision is shared, occasional command changes are possible, so it's possible for reconnaissance.
Second, "Devourer"
The stomach is common, and it can only be taken out by the main body.
Devouring and storing are possible, but taking it out is impossible.
However, abilities can be fed back.
Third, "Mutator"
Only one can be fused. Separation is possible in common.
There were limitations when I investigated in detail, but it's still highly functional.
I tested various attacks on my own body.
The result was that "Water Blade" was quite powerful.
One hit for the Black Snake, two hits for the Black Wolf, and the rest are not worth mentioning.
"Flame Bullet" looks like a beam being shot from the fingertips, but it's incredibly powerful.
However, it has a penetration effect, so it doesn't cause instant death. I need to pierce the head or a weak point of the opponent.
I pierced the head of the Black Snake, but it didn't die instantly. If I let my guard down, it might counterattack.
It's more powerful than "Water Blade," but it's less lethal.
Indeed, I strangely accepted it.
The strongest is "Black Lightning."
In the strongest form [Black Wolf + Flame Giant] with the barrier and Flame, it didn't die instantly.
It felt like it barely held on.
Flame might be better thought of as defensive rather than offensive.
However, there is currently no way to block it except in the strongest form.
If the form takes a certain amount of damage, it returns to the original, but there is no damage to the main body.
Even so, it died in one hit, so I think it's better to avoid overkill.
In this way, I was able to obtain various data.
The rest can be verified with the "Great Sage's" brain simulation.
I became a child and headed out of the cave.
On the way, I encountered a centipede, but it fled just by looking at me.