TL Note: Gi Dji -> Gi Jii; I think it’s funnier like this, and I don’t think it’s any harder to remember than the other names anyway.
Also Swordsmanship should have been promoted to B+ several chapters ago. I forgot to update the status. It’s there now.
Goblin Name Cheat Sheet:
The [Goblin] is to make it easier to CTRL+F.
[Goblin] Gi Ga
The goblin in that estranged group that was with the protagonist when he defeated an orc. He is currently a noble class, the highest amongst the protagonist’s subordinates. He prefers to use the spear.
[Goblin] Gi Gu
The former leader of the village. He was pressured by the protagonist in his goblin noble form, and was added to his subordinates. He uses the long sword, and is relatively smart for a goblin rare. Became a goblin noble in chapter 39.
[Goblin] Gi Gi
Known as a beast warrior, a goblin with the ability to tame beasts.
He evolved while hunting spear deer with the protagonist.
He prefers to use the axe. His goblin class is rare.
[Goblin] Gi Go
A goblin with many wounds on his body. The food of his horde was stolen by the gray wolves, so he made a decision to follow the protagonist. He is the most experienced amongst the goblin rares. His weapon is a curved katana. He acts like a samurai.
Recently became a noble, and received the divine protection of the Sword God, Ra Baruza.
[Goblin] Gi Za
The druid goblin rare that recently joined them.
[Goblin] Gi Ji
A goblin rare. He evolved in chapter 37 after hunting with Gi Ga.
[Goblin] Gi Do
Druid. Uses wind magic.
[Goblin] Gi Jii
Goblin Rare. From Gi Gu’s Faction. He is known for his <<Wide-Open Eyes>> which allows him to see his opponent’s weakness.
[Goblin] Gi Da
Goblin Rare. From Gi Ga’s faction. Notable skills are <<Knowledge of the Spear>> and <<Unreasonably Stubborn>>.
[Goblin] Gi Zu.
Goblin Rare. The goblin favored by the Mad God (Zu Oru). Has the <<Mad Dog>> skill.
Chapter 47: Timid Bui
[Race] Goblin
[Level] 5
[Class] Lord; Horde Chief
[Possessed Skills] <<Ruler of the Horde>> <<Insurgent Will>> <<Overpowering Howl>> <<Swordsmanship B+>> <<Insatiable Desire>> <<King’s Soul>> <<Ruler’s Wisdom I>> <<Eyes of the Blue Snake>> <<Dance at Death’s Border>> <<Red Snake’s Eye>> <<Magic Manipulation>> <<Soul of a Crazed Warrior>> <<Third Impact (The Third Chant)>> <<Instinct>> <<Ruler’s Wisdom II>>
[Divine Protection] Goddess of the Underworld (Altesia)
[Attributes] Darkness; Death
[Subordinate Beasts] High Kobold <<Hasu>> (Lv1) Gastra (Lv1) Cynthia (Lv1)
[Abnormal Status] <<Charm of the Saint>>
As we exterminated the lizard doubles, the giant ants, and the pickle snaps that were in our way, we headed west.
“Have you grasped the trail of the orcs?” I asked.
The druid Gi Za nodded to my inquiry.
“Of course,” he replied.
Gi Za and the newly evolved Druid, the wind user, Gi Do, were positioned within the center of the magic-using goblins that were at the center of the army formation.
Moving in front were the wide-opened eye, Gi Jii, and the receiver of the divine protection of the Sword God (Ra Baruza), Gi Go. The next highest class to me is the noble class Gi Go, so I’m having the goblins from Gi Gu’s faction that specialize in coordination follow him to support him.
Substituting for Gi Ga who couldn’t move due to his injuries, is the spear-specialist, Gi Da. Positioned in the back are he and the one who received the divine protection of the Mad God (Zu Oru), Gi Zu.
The ones who I sent a day ahead are the beast warrior, Gi Gi, and the stealthy Gi Ji. It’s thanks to intermittent communication with them that we are able to follow the orcs’ trails.
“King, a messenger from Lord Gi Gi has arrived,” said Gi Za.
What entered my vision was the figure of a dog big enough to tower over the goblins, running through the meadows.
As I nodded to Gi Za’s words, I ordered the army following from behind to stop.
“Enemy, seems… divided to two groups,” reported Gi Gi’s subordinate, who could also control beasts, after he spoke with the dog.
So they’re separated into two groups…
“Do you know how many there are?” I asked.
Gi Gi’s goblin subordinate shook his head.
“The direction?”
The goblin pointed toward the west and the north.
Seeing that, I gave out my orders.
“Gi Go, take three groups under you, and meet the enemy in the north,” I commanded.
“Understood! Gi Jii, you’re coming with me,” said Gi Go.
“Yes,” quickly nodded Gi Jii as he began to run with Gi Go and the others.
If it’s the noble class Gi Go, then he should have enough strength to contest the orcs by himself. Moreover, with Gi Jii who specializes in coordinating with him, they should be able to manage even against 6 orcs.
Of course, I’ve also taken into my calculations psychological pressure they are receiving from the ones being chased.
“Gi Da, take the lead. Gi Zu, go protect the back. We’re moving out!”
I took a mouthful of jerky into my mouth, and bit it.
With the tamed dog in lead, we chased after the orcs.
◇◆◆
It’s been two days since we began pursuing the orcs. We quietly moved in the dead of the night.
Eyes that work in the dark are really convenient. The darkness of the night is considered a natural enemy for humans, but since coming to this world, it’s become an ally.
The path the orcs traversed was not a complicated forested path, but rather, a relatively open area. It’s true that this path is faster, but this also means that the pursuers’ attacks will become relentless.
If they can run quickly, then we can also chase quickly.
Moreover, they’re carrying wounded orcs with them. We confirmed it in the meadows this afternoon. There are patches of blood here and there, so they’re definitely carrying their wounded with them.
I don’t know how far they’ve gotten by now, but I want to close the distance while we still have the upper hand. It would be pointless to attack when the ones tired are us after all.
I looked around the surrounding area as I took a mouthful of my meat jerky. Then I followed the guide dog.
Suddenly, at that moment, a pungent smell wafted to my nose, causing me to stop at my tracks. The dog ahead also stopped, and even began to groan.
“The smell of blood,” muttered Gi Za.
I quietly nodded in affirmation.
My eyes swam around, searching for any hints of presence. The smell must have been brought by the wind blowing from ahead.
Which would mean… We caught up?
“Gi Da, take your subordinates, and see what’s ahead.”
The spear-specialist Gi Da, who I had left the position of the vanguard to, slowly nodded his head, then he moved ahead. Although he was paying careful attention to his surroundings, he moved surprisingly fast.
“King, it’s the corpse of an orc.”
I neared the corpse while keeping my guard up. So this is the source of the smell?
Looking at it carefully, I see there are scars all over the body. It’s not hard to realize that this orc exhausted all of his strength here.
“So he exhausted himself here, huh?” I muttered to myself.
I ordered Gi da and his men to deal with the corpse.
“…They’re close. Can we catch up to them in a day?” asked the druid chief, Gi Za, as he took a peep at the corpse.
“If possible I wish to do just that. But…”
If they were running to just one direction, then it would be fine. But I have to also consider the possibility of them lying in wait to ambush us. I can’t let my guard down.
The fact that they left behind a corpse means that they’re being driven into a corner. They didn’t have the luxury to hide the corpse.
Or is it a trap? A trap to weaken our noses?
I thought of that possibility as well, but I shook my head. No, there’s no one left to lead the orcs, right? If there was, then I wouldn’t have been left alone while I was on the verge of death.
There’s nothing to fear.
We’ll continue like this, and pursue the orcs.
◆◇◇
Because they have been walking throughout the night, fatigue could now be seen amongst the goblins.
But their efforts were appropriately rewarded. The stealthy Gi Ji had finally caught up to the orc horde.
Right now, we are rendezvousing with Gi Ji, and will rest in the forest as we observe the orcs.
The orc horde currently number 20.
It’s a lot bigger than what I had expected, but they are clearly exhausted. We continued to observe the orcs while being wary of the wind’s direction.
“That orc has been controlling the orc since a while ago,” said Gi Ji as he pointed his fingers.
On the other end of the direction he was pointing at was an orc that was a size smaller than the others.
“A… child?” I asked.
After thinking for a while, Gi Ji shook his head.
“No, it shouldn’t be that young. But that orc’s definitely responsible for keeping the horde together.”
The fastest way to win a fight between hordes is to finish off the head.
As I narrowed my eyes, I took a peek at the orc horde again. There, I saw a bigger orc push away the smaller orc.
“They seem to be having some internal disputes,” I commented.
“Yes. It’s been like that for some time now,” responded Gi Ji.
It must be dissatisfaction from being ordered around by someone with a physique clearly weaker than theirs. And right after suffering a defeat too.
“Tell me about the orc horde that split off from this one.”
“Yes.”
While I listened to Gi Ji’s report, the orcs continued to fight.
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