Only I Know the Plot of the Anime World - Chapter 73
[Achievement Unlocked: You have earned the title “Spider Pillar”]
Spider Pillar: Damage to demon-type creatures +20%; summons receive 10% of the summoner’s health as a bonus.
“This is great,” Fang Bo thought, ignoring the strange name. The attributes of this title were immensely satisfying.
As a summoner, the damage his Shikigami and puppets dealt counted as his own. This title increased his damage and gave his Shikigami an extra 10% of his health essence.
Shikigami Health: 196/196 (+16)
Looking at the additional health points, Fang Bo rubbed his chin, thinking, “16 points are still too few. It’s because I haven’t invested in Constitution.”
“Once I complete a few hidden tasks, I can increase my Perception to the current difficulty limit.”
Afterward, he could focus on increasing his Constitution. More health would mean more bonus health for his summons.
I can try upgrading the title. The bonus percentage might increase,” he pondered, though he knew the challenge. Merit points were hard to accumulate, and rapid accumulation was a pipe dream without participating in space wars.
Equipping the “Spider Pillar” title, Fang Bo focused on the other reward he had chosen: the Epic-grade “Crimson Nichirin Blade.”
Name: Crimson Nichirin Blade
Grade: Epic
Type: Weapon
Attack: 8-10
Durability: 80/80
Attribute Boost: Strength +2, Agility +2
Requirements: Strength 14
Effect: Demon Slayer
Origin: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Evaluation: No demon can escape its judgment.
Demon Slayer (Passive): Critical damage against demon-type creatures +20%, lethal damage +100%
Holding the Epic Nichirin Blade, Fang Bo almost felt tempted to switch to a melee class. This weapon was a demon’s nemesis. Combined with his title, Lower Rank demons would fall in just a few strikes.
A title paired with a Nichiren Blade would dramatically boost damage, enhancing combat effectiveness significantly.
The Blue Spider Lily reward was generous, although Fang Bo couldn’t use the Nichiren Blade personally.
Even if he could, his combat skills differed from those of a proper melee fighter. The best choice was to equip his puppet with this Epic Nichirin Blade.
The Headless Puppet couldn’t wield it due to lacking arms. Still, the mechanical Yoriichi Type Zero could be armed with various equipment, potentially even mounting a Dragon Cavalry musket in its mouth.
“Swordsmith Village,” Fang Bo took a deep breath.
Becoming the Tenth Hashira was strategic; it allowed him to apply for a visit to Swordsmith Village anytime, bypassing complicated approvals. Although blindfolded, he would receive much better treatment than ordinary members.
But first, he had to defeat an Upper-Rank demon, forcing Muzan to hold a high-level meeting. This would lead to an attack by two Upper-Ranks, fulfilling a hidden task.
With his plan set, Fang Bo stored the Nichiren Blade in his space mark and visited the Demon Slayer Corps’ headquarters shop.
He had access to many items, such as the Spider Pillar, though he worried about the prices.
Finding the guide who had shown him around, Fang Bo noticed a significant change in her attitude. She was now warm and enthusiastic.
Soon, he reached the Corps’ headquarters shop, filled with various goods and hefty price tags.
[Demon Slayer Uniform (Common), 400 Plot Points]
[Demon Slayer Uniform (Pillar), 1000 Plot Points]
[Nichirin Blade (Excellent), 1500 Plot Points]
[Basic Swordsmanship LV1 Scroll, 150 Plot Points]
[Basic Close Combat Upgrade Scroll, 150 Plot Points]
[Puppet Control Upgrade Scroll, 150 Plot Points]
[Nagasaki Cake, 500 Plot Points]
[Anti-Demon Incense, 200 Plot Points]
[Demon Lure Incense, 200 Plot Points]
[Solvent Potion, 500 Plot Points]
[Poison Potion, 500 Plot Points]
These items piqued his interest, mainly the skill upgrade scrolls. The prices were steep, three times higher than in the general space, practically robbery.
Yet, Fang Bo gritted his teeth and made the purchase. Without Yoriichi Type Zero, he had little hope of tackling the Infinity Castle.
He planned to complete the entire Demon Slayer storyline. Muzan would be lured out with the Blue Spider Lily, leading to the Infinity Castle battle.
Everything hinged on the Blue Spider Lily, which made Fang Bo the Tenth Hashira. Completing the storyline promised unparalleled rewards.
Nine hundred plot points were spent, and six upgrade scrolls were purchased.
After using the scrolls, his Puppet Control skill reached level eight, making puppet control three to four times smoother. Even without changing attributes, the Headless Puppet’s combat effectiveness increased significantly.
Plot Points: 1310
Seeing his remaining points, Fang Bo felt a bit desperate. He wanted to buy those potions, crucial for facing Upper-Rank demons, but he needed to save points. He had to save for summoning his Shikigami.
Still, he needed the Nagasaki Cake, a rare item to restore mental energy.
Nagasaki Cake: Restores 50% health, five mental energy.
A top-tier item, restoring five mental energy could turn the tide in a critical moment.
Leaving the shop with a sigh, Fang Bo was ready to breathe fresh air. As the Tenth Hashira, he couldn’t even afford a Hashira’s haori, which was a somewhat pathetic situation.
Due to the Blue Spider Lily, the Hashira meeting was canceled, awaiting the crucial item. Meanwhile, Fang Bo planned to handle the Infinity Train task.
At the intelligence center, he quickly obtained information on the Infinity Train.
Seeing the new Spider Pillar holding the intel, a member explained, “Over forty people have gone missing from the Infinity Train in a short period. The enemy must be very powerful.”
“Understood.” Fang Bo took the task sheet and was about to leave when he stopped, “Has the Flame Hashira returned?”
“Yes, he’s reporting to Oyakata-sama.”
“I see.”
As the Tenth Hashira, Fang Bo couldn’t tackle the Infinity Train alone. With strong fighters, Akaza might show up. He needed a robust, battle-hungry ally.
Flame Hashira Rengoku Kyojuro was the best choice.
Waiting outside the leader’s room, he soon saw a young man with yellow hair approaching.
The Rengoku family’s members had similar hair, but Kyojuro’s thick black eyebrows and bright eyes stood out.
“You must be Jason. Nice to meet you!” Kyojuro’s voice was loud, his personality fiery, and his sense of justice strong.
His loud speech wasn’t due to rudeness but an injury during a mission that damaged his eardrums.
“Hello.”
Fang Bo wasted no time explaining the situation. He learned of an Upper-Rank demon’s whereabouts during the battle with Lower Rank Five.
“If I’m not mistaken, it’s Upper Rank Three, very powerful.”
Understanding the implication, Rengoku patted his chest, “Don’t worry, I’ll join you to slay the demon!”
[Task 14552: Hidden Task—Infinity Train!]
[Task Description: People have been disappearing. Investigate the train and uncover the truth.]
[Task Requirement: Protect the passengers until dawn.]
[Hint: Seeking additional help may alter the task flow!]
“Perfect.” Fang Bo smiled, confident in his plan.
The Infinity Train arc activated the hidden task, and so would the Entertainment District and Swordsmith Village arcs.
Completing each would boost his strength, enabling him to face Upper-Rank demons.
Reading the task details, he noticed something extraordinary.
[Task Requirement: Protect the passengers until dawn.]
The space didn’t require him to kill Akaza, only to survive until dawn.
The correct task trigger likely required arriving at the Infinity Train. Space didn’t anticipate someone triggering the task mechanism at the headquarters.
The extra hint meant not to overdo it. Bringing all Hashira to the train would deter Akaza from appearing.
He could complete the hidden task, but the rewards wouldn’t be as high, and killing an Upper Rank would be even more rewarding.
He needed help, but within limits. According to Fang Bo’s understanding, ordinary members didn’t matter, but only one more Hashira could be summoned.
With the Hashira meeting canceled, the only viable target was Butterfly Shinobu.
The Insect Hashira.
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