"Darkness deepens...?

　I look at the two monuments.

The art of chaos is a combination of light and dark.
To counter it, you can divide the power of Darkness into two and intercept the other's Light and Darkness respectively.

　They explained it.

"Divide it into two: ......?
It's easier said than done.
But if you're equipped with the mighty Darkness, then...
"The details of the technique can be obtained by accessing the database of the abyss.
I'm sure you can, now that you've deepened your darkness.
So you're saying I should get the information from the real abyss?

　I've met the real one before in the Kuro Phase.

　If I can go to that world again...
　And if I can see the abyss again, I will gain even more power?

"...... What do you think, Rakshasa?

　I call out.
　A beautiful woman in black emerged from my shadow as if she were floating.

It is true that the host's power has grown even more, and I believe it is possible to enter the Kuro Phase again. Let's try it after we leave here.

　And Rakshasa.

"Just make sure you don't get swallowed by the darkness.
What?
"Have a stronger sense of self than ever before. Be who you are. Your heart. Your will. Hope.

　The rakshasa's words are vague and inexplicable.

"...... ah ...... ah ...... ah .......

　Suddenly, Shea and Yurin shouted.

　It sounded like a cry of anguish, and also like a gasp.
　It was a strange, lusty sound.

"Are you two okay?

　Both Shea and Yulin are breathing hard and their cheeks are flushed.

　I'm sorry. ......!

　With a sound like ignition, their entire bodies were enveloped in a black aura.
　Some of the aura took the form of a chain and was sucked into my chest.

　......

　My chest heaved painfully.
　It tingles hotly.

"Mr. Chrome- ...... ah ......

　I'm not sure what to do, but I'd like to know what to do.
　They are sitting there looking up at me as if their bodies are not strong enough.
　There was a glowing light in her wet eyes.

Both of you were almost swallowed by the darkness, weren't you? The sudden deepening of the [Darkness] must have put a strong strain on them.

　And Rakshasa.

Fortunately, because of their strong connection with their host, they were able to avoid having their consciousness eroded...
"What would happen if the two of you were swallowed by the darkness?

　I asked Rakshasa.
　The beautiful woman in black slowly shook her head from side to side with a sad expression.

If you're swallowed by the darkness and eroded by it, ...... where will you end up?

　Bajie ......!

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

I'm not sure what to say.

　At the same time, she was blown away.

"The authority to speak of that knowledge is not given to thee by the engraved name (code) Rakshasa.
It is information that only Nirvana, the Abyss, or a terminal of similar rank is allowed to speak.
Stick with .......

　The rakshasa staggered to his feet.

I'm sorry ......, my host. I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one.

　As soon as he said that, Rakshasa melted into space and disappeared.
　It's a bit disturbing, but that seems to be the extent of the information we can get from her.

You guys aren't going to tell me, are you?　What does it mean to be swallowed by the darkness?
"We need not tell thee, but thou wilt soon find out.
"With thy mighty Darkness, sooner or later.

　They replied lazily.
　They don't seem to want to answer.

"...... Shit.

　I click my tongue.

"Don't worry too much, Master Chrom.

　Shea smiles.

I've been on the road with you. I've seen your battles, your thoughts, up close.

　Shea said with a smile and a dignified tone.

I will serve you, Chrome-sama, no matter what I become, no matter what fate awaits me. You protected the dignity of my sister's soul and freed me from vengeance. I want to wield the sword, that's all.
"I will serve you, too.



　Ulin stepped forward.

"From now on and forever.

　A deep, reverent bow.

　It was a statement of their commitment, and perhaps... an oath.

　Then I, as their master, will protect them.
　I'll be sure to protect them with the power of this [darkness].



"......?　Master Chrom, there's something going on outside...

　I'm not sure what to do.

I'll get it on video now.
Yulin?
"Skill [Remote Mirror Image].

　Yulin's eyes lit up and a round mirror-like object appeared in front of her.
　It's probably a skill she has as a witch.

It may have been a new skill that manifested itself under the influence of the intensified darkness.

　It showed a battle between thousands and thousands of knights and soldiers and an army of deformed warriors.

This is not ...... what it looks like.

　Two years ago, the same.
　No, no, no, no.

"A war between man and demon ......?