Chapter 303

Walking along the snow-covered road, I finally saw the scene I had imagined.

Snow sculptures of all sizes were lined up on both sides of the main street, and the crowd was bustling. Many game characters had gathered.

We strolled along the main street, with snow sculptures of animals and buildings on both sides of the street.

Meleoron also turned to them,

"Ah...

Could it be this? From now on, I will participate."

"That's right, the main event of the Snow Flower Snow Festival.

Only players who freely create things with a large amount of accumulated snow and receive the highest score can obtain the designated Pocket Card 'Hand-riding Zaurus'.

Well, there are only 4 hours, so I know the scale of what I can do."

Hmm. In other words, everyone participating is someone with a Nen Ability. Depending on your approach, you could even build an entire building.... If it's made to that size, the workmanship seems like it would be poor.

Not filled in,

"Hey, I thought it was a snowball fight.

Or building a snowman."

"... Although there is an event like that, this is also very interesting."

Hmm. I wonder if a snowball fight between Nen users would fall into the category of play? I don't mind.

By the way, how about making a snow sculpture? If I were perfect, I would do anything. I don't believe I would compete in terms of art, but if I could make a big one...

"Come to think of it, are there any judging criteria for this?

What do you mean, a high score?"

"... There are.

But can't we talk here?"

Oops, that's right. If other players ask, it will be troublesome. I know there is no one around, but it is also a conspicuous place. I need to be careful.

Even so, even for Uranus who often masters this information... it is too late now.

"First, let's complete the registration.

I am the main person in charge of making the snow sculpture, but please help as well."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Really?... At least if I didn't have a backpack."

"Don't make me do such hard work.

I will do that part."

"I don't mind if it's heavy work."

"... Unya, I think it's really hard to carry a lot of snow.

How many tons do you carry at a time?"

Uh... that's impossible for me. Due to the snow, it might be possible to push it, but it might take too long.

Go to a large park nearby. There is a large amount of snow hardened into squares like sugar cubes. There is a simple reception desk near the entrance, where Uranus applies.

"──Please use the snow in this park.

Please note that directly attacking other participants will result in disqualification.

We ask that you declare completion and accept review by midnight today. Even if you do not finish in time, it will be considered complete and judged at 12:00 PM.

The representative is Mr. Uranus, 4 people entering p4. Please place the snow sculpture in the designated place."

Uranus turned to us,

"Hmm. Before we officially start, let me briefly explain the process."

Saying this, Uranus entered the park. Of course, we followed.

Stopping in front of a row of large and small square Snowflakes,

"As I explained before, we will take the snow out of this park.

There should already be an empty lot marked with p4 on the main street prepared, so carry the necessary amount of snow there.

After completing the transport, create a snow sculpture immediately. As soon as the production ends, judging and completion will take place."

"Hmm.

... So, what are you going to do?"

"I'm really worried.

That's why I hesitated to explain this event.

What should I do? I feel like whatever is appropriate is fine, but I'm not good at it."

Oh, this is a surprise for Uranus. I know the judging criteria, so maybe I can afford it. No, but...

"Perhaps the event was modified, and the judging criteria changed?"

"Ah...

I can't say no.

I just feel like I haven't changed."

"Why?"

"It's the same principle as the Monthly Competition; even if you know how to do it, you can only do one in 10 days, and you have to compete with other players, so it's not easy, right? On the contrary, if the information is available, it will be even tougher."

"Hmm...

How did you know at the beginning?"

"I didn't participate, I was just watching."

"I observed repeatedly to see what kind of snow sculpture would win, and then I had an idea."

"Understood.... Can I leave it to you? Even if the examination criteria change, I don't think they will change too much."

"I understand."

"What do you plan to do next?"

Uranus beckoned us a little. Confirming again that there were no players around, he brought his face closer. Sim and Meleoron followed suit. He lowered his muffler, revealing his mouth,

"... There are already snow sculptures of buildings and animals on the main street, right?"

"These aren't things made by players, but lively events prepared by game characters."

"This is an example of a low score in the exam. It is better to make it as high as possible rather than having width and depth. The difficulty of making a snow sculpture will certainly increase."

"That is why a snow sculpture imitating a human is more likely to win."

"I see..."

"Do you like larger ones?"

"Of course."

"A large amount of snow is piled up to form a huge humanoid snow sculpture. This is the Ging pattern."

"You can imitate a real person, but anime characters are the norm. If you choose things, carving is easy."

"Then let's make Bear-man."

"I don't want to succeed."

"... Considering the ease of manufacturing, I think a Lobo is appropriate. Anime and tokusatsu things."

"Hey, Lobo."

"Are you a combined Lobo? Perhaps that Transmutation one?"

"No no no... how do you express combination? I don't want Transmutation, the original shape is complicated, I don't remember it."

"An ordinary, normal Lobo."

"Is that so..."

"Aisha, why are you so disappointed?"

"ie..."

"Anyway, I am going to make a large humanoid Lobo that can carry a lot of snow."

"Any Suggestion?"

"Isn't that fine?"

"What about Bear-man?"

"Refused."

"Super Giant Transformation Three-Body Combined Lobo..."

"Super refused."

"... Aisha, what is it? I am obsessed with things, but do you have such a hobby?"

Move your face away. This is boring.... Even I can't do something like that.

"Well, never mind."

"What kind of Lobo are you making?"

"I only remember people who made plastic models, um..."

"I guess it's the classic Corporate Warrior, 'Random'."

*Read and skip watermark*

──Let me explain! (Fast speaking speed)

What is the Corporate Warrior "Random"?

Sakari Mantaro, who works at a general company, is a Lobo anime in which he pilots the Hase Army's humanoid secret weapon "Random" to fight against the evil secret society "School-grudge" that is strict with the elderly!

The finishing move is the "Majin Ganto-ki" released by repeatedly pressing the B button.

And when his anger at the unreasonable rush hour reaches its peak, he releases the super finishing move "Waste Waste Rashuwa"——

*Read up to here*

"Do you know me?"

"Don't know."

"I have a similar feeling, but..."

"I see."

"I will succeed, so you don't have to know."

Uranus turned and left.... Because.

"I could use the mass-produced 'Small Fish' that the enemy rides, but that Fugura is difficult to model."

"Let's make it safe and 'not wasteful'. Personally, I prefer the 'Small Fish III Kai', but..."

Still saying something I couldn't hear clearly because it was through the muffler I pulled up. I didn't want to hear too much.

Anyway, I decided to cheer up and take the snow out.

"This snow is piled so tightly that it is Heavy-er than it looks."

"I will carry it, but I want you to pay attention to the surroundings. Because I can't cope with it suddenly."

The snow comes in two sizes, 50cm and 1m cubes. Can I carry it...

"By the way, how Heavy is one?"

"Well, the big one is about 500kg."

"The smaller one weighs over 100kg."

If you are still small, don't be too cool. Is it really impossible to make it big? It is hard to hold, so the shape might collapse midway.

"... I tell you, you didn't intend to let Aisha carry it, did you?

When I carry it, it is the main combat force."

Muffled from under the muffler. Hmm... then there is no way.

"So you are going to do this?"

"Yes, that is what I mean.

I will do it now, so turn around. Oh, sorry, can you take off the muffler you are wearing?

After finishing, you can rewind immediately."

"Yes, yes. Please wait a moment."

Correct. If I am counted as combat power, "Perimeter" is essential. I must take off the hairband because it was just Hidden by the muffler. Ah, Sam.

"But if you attack a player, you will be disqualified, right?

Should I be careful?"

Sim asked curiously.... No, that rule has a loophole.

"If I remember correctly, direct attacks are not allowed, right?"

"That is correct.

They might attack the snow they are carrying or the snow sculpture they are making without aiming at the player.

Most importantly, if you are a player who has not entered, there is no problem even if you intervene."

I see. Not everyone needs to enter.

Meleoron tilted his head,

"But, is this okay? It seems we have all entered.

So if any of us is directly attacked, he will be disqualified, right?"

"That's right, if the other party has already entered.

If a disqualified player enters as a team, the entire team will be disqualified."

"... Let it be. Even if the snow sculpture here is attacked, doesn't that mean the other party cannot directly counterattack?"

Favor? What is that. This is annoying.

Uranus smiled bitterly,

"This is Absolute truth.

If you counterattack carelessly, you might fall into the trap of disqualification.

However, the opponent might attack us directly without entering.

Since we cannot detect which one, we need to handle both situations simultaneously."

While speaking, the "Perimeter" ended, and my body was wrapped by the aura. Fumu, the chill has eased.

When I rewound the muffler,

"I mean, it is like this.

You just need to keep dealing with the interfering players without hurting them."

"Like this.

Just a light touch will do, so just handle it to the point where it doesn't hurt.

If Aisha didn't enter, I could have counterattacked without hesitation, but if I did that, the opponent would know. You didn't enter.

Then there is a risk of being directly attacked.

So everyone's entry is considering safety. I'm not sure, but I think it's still better."

I see.... Hmm, I think it's okay. It's hard to imagine they would target players who are obviously cautious. However, this might be an indirect interference with Nen Ability. Spells too.

"Of course, if it really comes to this point, even if you are prepared to be disqualified, you can counterattack. The same goes for Aisha, and Meleoron and Sim. Especially Meleoron, never let your guard down on your Nen Ability."

"Hmm, heavy responsibility."

"Well, I will be careful too.... Alright, let's start."

Uranus took off his right glove and put it into his pocket.

This state of covering the whole body with clothes has an unexpected disadvantage. The Paladin Necklace, which is usually taken off, is difficult to enter an effective state immediately. It seems it can pass through thin cloth, but it doesn't work even if you put it in your pocket. It is necessary to roll up the glove slightly and touch it directly. Of course, part of his face is exposed, but it takes time to take the necklace out of his pocket and let it touch his face, and if you assume it will immediately develop into offense and defense, it is not good.

Anyway, if suddenly attacked by an attack spell, it is possible to be unable to respond in time. I must be careful.... Nanoha is good. Uranus, who finished such verification, is too much.

Anyway, I am checking the snow carried by Uranus, taking off one glove.

"Come to think of it, you said you could carry several tons in one trip..."

Uranus bumped. I sighed, crossed my arms,

"Don't be too excessive, okay?

I think you know."

When I gave a Suggestion slowly, Uranus turned around abruptly...

"Hmm, yes. It's okay, it's okay.

First, I will carry it little by little to let my shoulders get used to it."

"Is that so.

... Please think about it, if you overdo it, the 'diagnosis' will be prolonged, right?"

Uranus shook his head vertically. Absolute... not careless or opening his mouth.

I don't know why, I was worried that my siblings would look at me with a smile, but I ignored them.

"How old should I be?

Uranus stretched out his right hand, a huge glove Materialization, wrapping it up.

"... 8 refers to the size of the glove, right? Not the number of items you carry at once."

"Yes, that's correct."

"Three blocks?"

"Oh, watch me."

Saying this, Uranus used his glove to grab a square block of Snowflake nearby. He picked it up and placed it back in its original spot.

Another Snowflake. I placed it on top of the Snowflake I had put down before.

Grabbing another block of Snowflake and stacking it again to form a three-layer stack.

I grabbed the edge of the bottom Snowflake, carefully lifting it up. Naturally, all three square Snowflakes were lifted.

I see... is this how you intend to carry it? Then you can carry several at the same time.

Uranus began to walk while maintaining his balance. As expected, it was very slow.

We walked Together, keeping an eye on the surroundings while not getting in Uranus's way.

Returning to the main street. Uranus headed to an open space marked "p4," which hadn't existed before, and placed the three Snowflakes there.

"Whew."

Uranus exhaled and rotated his right shoulder. The gauntlet was not erased. Feng worried,

"Uranus, are you okay?"

"There's still room."

"Take your time, the Aura consumption will be intense."

"You won't erase the glove, will you?"

"If you put it in and take it out, you will lose your Aura."

"Spending that money on enhancing physical fitness would be cheaper."

Uranus walked away. As far as I can tell, that glove itself must be very Heavy. From the way you walk, you can see that the center of gravity has changed significantly.

It's not good to ignore it, but I can't shift my attention to that... I must remain vigilant about the surroundings. I am no longer the person I used to be.

I followed behind and saw a huge glove worn on Uranus's right arm.

Even so, it doesn't suit me. A cute figure that is fluffy even while wearing winter clothes, hanging this rugged gauntlet is unbalanced.

"Even if you do this. That doesn't suit you at all."

"Doesn't suit you."

"Doesn't look like it."

I agreed with the siblings who seemed to be thinking the same thing.

Uranus, walking in front, did not respond. Curious, I turned to his left side and looked at his expression.

A small animal with puffed-up cheeks and a bad mood. Through the muffler, I poked the bulging cheek with my fingertip. Shock and reaction,

"Hey. What are you doing, Aisha?"

"Nothing."

"Uh... then don't poke me pointlessly."

Don't tell me you need a reason to appreciate cute little animals.

"That's how everyone is looking at me with strange eyes..."

"It doesn't suit me."

"Why?"

"It's too powerful for a cute girl."

"... Aisha said that?"

"Oh. What does that mean?"

"Come on. I don't know."

Uranus said while moving the fingertips of the glove. The siblings in the background were laughing "pookscous." Hmm...

Going back and forth many times, the open space was filled with square blocks of Snowflake. Until the third time, I carried 3 pieces each, but to avoid spending too much time and only hurting my right arm, I materialized gauntlets on both arms and carried 6 pieces. The transport speed was also accelerating.

33 pieces of 1m Snowflake. Uranus brought so many to the open space,

"Whew... is it like this?

I'll start assembling it now."

Don't assemble it... it's completely a plastic model.

"Hey, you.

It's great that you brought so much Snowflake, but what kind of big thing are you planning to do?"

Meleoron asked with an annoyed look. Of course... do you need this much?

"Ah, no, no.

This is Absolutely necessary, but I won't turn all these Snowflakes into snow sculptures.

More than half is for scaffolding. Without scaffolding, it's impossible to shape high places."

For the time being, I agreed with Uranus's explanation. Scaffolding? I was worried about snow scaffolding, but I couldn't prepare a decent scaffold in less than four hours. Uranus seems to be able to use the ability to run in the sky as a foothold, but it might not be suitable for long stretches.

After taking a deep breath, Uranus immediately set up the snow sculpture and scaffolding.

First, place two blocks of Snowflake side by side in the center of the open space. I took a bottle of plastic water from Meleoron's adhesive and poured the water on the part where the two blocks of Snowflake were stuck together.

"What are you doing?"

"This part will be made into a snow sculpture, so the Snowflake is stuck together with water.

If you don't do this, it might break in the middle while you're making it."

While talking to Meleoron, Uranus pushed the blocks of Snowflake from both sides with gloves on both hands. I see. If the center cracked and Split into two halves before I finished the snow sculpture, I wouldn't be able to help but laugh.

While building the snow blocks for the snow statue, I also set up snow blocks as scaffolding, surrounding it on all four sides.

Uranos designed how to place the snow blocks and stacked them one by one while ensuring a standing position. It was like a game... no, it was just a game.

Stack the snow to be processed into a 2-row, 6-layer snow image in the center, then place 1 snow block in the center.

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With that feeling, I finished the stacking, building 5 levels of snow block scaffolding in all directions.... I often stack like this. Even though I have Heavy gloves hanging on my hands.

It would be fine if there were nothing, but if you saw me holding a 500kg snow block and easily climbing up relying on a tiny foothold, I was almost fantasizing that I could do it easily...

No way. His ability to control his center of gravity is insane.

How the hell did you train to get a skill like this... I'm not saying it can't be done. This kind of power acrobatics is exactly what Netero was good at in his later years. But the age...

Just as I was wondering, Uranos came down to rest.

I was out of breath. He put his Giant Gauntlet on the ground without wiping it off, and he sat down himself. Seam brushed past.... Ah, I was treated as a masseur.

"Uranos, are you okay?"

"Hmm..."

"My arms are a bit tired. What should I do..."

"Do you no longer need the 【Giant Gauntlet】?"

Uranos wiped off the gloves. Wearing the gloves, he placed his hands on the ground. While rubbing his shoulders, I looked up at the piled-up snow.

"Thank you for your hard work, Uranos."

"Is there anything I can help you with?"

"Hmm?"

"... No, it's my turn until the end. Please stay vigilant until we finish shaping it into a Lobo."

"Yeah, that's fine, but..."

Other players had been watching us from afar for a while, without being careful.

I think they are players who might participate or intend to participate... I think they understood through this large-scale preparation. I didn't have a chance. In many ways.

That's why I don't create or intervene in it, just watch it. Even if they are going to win, they will look at our snow statue and try to surpass it. If you don't know the judging criteria, you might not be able to do that.

Anyway, as long as you don't ignore the players who are watching, there shouldn't be any problems. I can't defend against my Nen Ability. Leave it to Meleoron.

While laughing, Seam was probably rubbing his furry shoulders the whole time.

"... Seam, that's enough."

"Hmm. A little longer."

"Why are you asking me to rub your shoulders?"

Uranos rose, Seam reluctantly. While smiling bitterly,

"Just a short break, are you okay?"

"I'm fine."

"I recovered the Aura rotating in the gloves, it didn't wear out much."

"I think this will end in 10 or 15 minutes."

Forty minutes have passed since we went to the reception. If it is really as Uranos said, it should be settled around 9:30. I won't know if I will win until lunch.

"Well, wait a little longer."

"Yacht."

Uranos jumped lightly and landed on a 5m scaffold. From the face above,

"All three of you!"

"I forgot to say, but I'm going to scrape the snow now, so you'd better get away!"

Oh, that's right. Scraping snow is the same, but it wouldn't be a joke if it collapsed. Not me or Meleoron, but Seam.

We kept our distance as instructed. Changed the angle and looked up at Uranos.

Uranos reached out and pointed to the snow statue in the center.

The scaffolding of the snow statue and the snow ground were quite far apart. Even his hands standing on the scaffolding didn't reach the snow statue.

However, with the movement of his hands, the snow in the center began to be scraped.

"Oh, so that's how it is."

"I wonder how you would do this without tools."

Meleoron said as if moved. Xin didn't say anything in particular.

I can't see it now, but I've roughly figured it out. Are you extending the Aura from your fingertips and turning it into a tool to process the snow statue? Only the shape, not the realization.

The skill of controlling the center of gravity is the same, but the skill of Manipulation of Aura is also harsh...

Sharpening, averaging if the snow statue is gradually formed through repeated cycles. The head of the Lobo was finished quickly, and now Uranos is shaping the shoulder area.

We are all in sightseeing mode. Looking at this speed, you won't feel bored.

"Disturbing—don't waste, don't waste."

... A beautiful mysterious song can be heard from above, but it cannot be heard.

Shaping the snow on the scaffolding according to the processing position of the snow statue, the molding work progressed steadily.

Uranos is currently finishing up rapidly. He keeps exhaling white breath, moving his hands incessantly.

The snow sculpture has almost turned into a Lobo. I am curious about the things the Lobo is holding: a commuter Goo and an umbrella... What kind of Lobo anime is this?

The snow sculpture is almost finished. The three people besides Uranos are clearing away the large amount of unnecessary snow that has accumulated. The "Zhou" on my body is also about to start fading, so I must retreat quickly.

Uranos is finally finished. The feet of the snow sculpture are a solid base, with a name carved onto the base.

"It's not the same as a Zaku, what is a Zaku?"

While saying this, he is carving "landam". Hmm...

The four people line up, looking at the snow sculpture from below.

Well, this is an amazing Monday. I can't believe there was nothing here until an hour ago.

Taso's tall giant Lobo snow sculpture. Even the players watching from afar dare not approach. I just don't want to leave this place.

Uranos exhales a puff of white breath, and after taking a deep breath,

"Kansai!!"

I shout elsewhere. —There isn't that much time; a game character who seems to be a judge runs over from the main street.

Approaching and stopping,

"Then let us review p4."

Holding a clipboard, I look up at the snow sculpture and write something clearly.

Wondering, I ask Uranos.

"What are you writing?"

"Nothing. Just a pose.

I checked with 'yen' earlier, but I was just pretending to write it."

That is correct. If someone peeks at you, you will know the criteria for judging. Uranos also performed well.

While saying such things, the disguise of the examination ends.

"We have just finished the review of p4.

We will announce the winner of this competition after midnight, so please come to this main street."

The judge turns and leaves. Following that, the other onlookers also begin to move somewhere.

We look at each other. Uranos smiles bitterly,

"Ha... Good job, everyone."

"Hey hey, you must be tired."

"Uranos, that's not true."

"That is correct. Working hard, Negira, aren't you the one who got it?"

Uranos protests immediately. The color of his bitter smile deepens.

I also take off my gloves and hold his ungloved hand,

"Hey, shut up.

You're so cold, aren't you?"

Rubbing the palm with my thumb. Hmm, soft. The feeling of Kneading is good. Meatball?

"Ah, right...

But I'm not too tired.

It consumed a certain amount of Aura, but that's because I tried my best not to let fatigue accumulate in my body."

Well, this cat has theoretical armor. Whether it's the body or the breath, isn't it all a burden? Fir.

"I understand, so please don't overdo it.

Since there is time, do you want to go to the Hot Spring right away?"

"Hmm...

It's still too early, it's still morning.

If possible, after checking the results, you want to slowly enjoy lunch and the Hot Spring, right?"

If you say so, do you have to agree? Hmm... Fir, fir.

"Is there any other event you want to participate in?"

"Yes.

Besides that, there are other events today, and you can also kill time there...

... That, Aisha? It's fine, my hands are warm enough."

"Not yet."

"Not yet."

Uranos reaches out. *Cough cough*, although it hasn't softened yet.

I keep moving my hand to knead it, so I quickly put on my gloves,

"Also, there is a small ice sculpture event.

I think I will choose that one too."

"... Are you really okay?

Until just now, I was exhausted from doing this."

"You can do it.

I won't do something this big."

Once again, we look up at the giant Lobo snow sculpture. Hmm... This is amazing, but I would say it's stupid. I feel like I can't say anything. Hmm, this is too amazing. What kind of technology did you put into it? Only technology...