[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-am-not-goblin-slayer":3,"chapter-i-am-not-goblin-slayer-i-am-not-goblin-slayer-chapter-64":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Am Not Goblin Slayer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1030718,1343,"Chapter 64: Casual Slaughter","i-am-not-goblin-slayer-chapter-64",64,"\u003Cp>\"Whoosh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the first goblin gathered its courage to charge out, the other goblins gradually realized their enemies probably wouldn't enter the cave, finally organizing themselves to fight back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wooden arrows shot out from within the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group retreated from the cave entrance, dodging the first wave of attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Prepare for combat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tap tap tap!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along with the arrows came the dense sound of approaching footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss listened to the commotion, crouching by the cave entrance. Sensing the timing was right, he peered inside while channeling magical energy through his Bone Staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep blue energy missile rapidly condensed at the staff's tip, forming in an instant by gathering natural mana.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as the first wave of goblins came charging forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Boom!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The missile released from the Bone Staff's tip crossed several meters in the blink of an eye, striking the first goblin's soft abdomen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bang!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a large-caliber bullet piercing flesh, the Magic Missile tore through with minimal resistance, consecutively hitting several goblins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then came a second Magic Missile in quick succession!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Causing explosions within the narrow cave!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblin killed*1\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblin killed*1\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the brief explosions, numerous notifications flashed rapidly before Gauss's eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Against densely packed enemies in the narrow cave, the two Magic Missiles proved extraordinarily effective. Gauss didn't even need precise aim - the goblins seemed to throw themselves into the projectiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, only the cave section near the entrance was relatively straight. Otherwise, they wouldn't have needed to go through the trouble of smoking the goblins out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters killed: 66\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss checked the notifications, immediately realizing the casualties caused by those two missiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Six goblins killed in total.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling a warm current flowing through his body, his Rapid Digestion ability gradually improved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this the joy of being a spellcaster?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss felt he was understanding it more and more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hardworking warriors had to fight tooth and nail, laboriously killing small fry while getting covered in blood and grime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a noble mage, with sufficient mana, enemies like these goblins would die to mysterious magical attacks before even reaching him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the Magic Missile's effect seemed slightly too overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The goblins who had finally mustered courage retreated deep into their nest again, intimidated by the magical bombardment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Continue smoking them out!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The goblins withdrew once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With complete control of the situation, the group took their time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They restarted the fire and fanned the smoke, sending thick black fumes pouring back into the cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After another ten minutes or so,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The green-skinned creatures, suffocated by the poisonous smoke, launched another charge toward the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time Gauss didn't use Magic Missile again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He worried that another bombardment might completely shatter the goblins' courage, making them prefer suffocating inside rather than fighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their supply of sulfur powder and toxic materials was limited - they couldn't maintain the smoke indefinitely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they didn't finish off the goblins now, dragging them out later would be troublesome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amid the black smoke,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A group of goblins came charging out waving weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their originally emerald-green skins were now blackened and filthy, tears streaming from their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even collapsed unconscious right after emerging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Prepare for combat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing enemies finally emerging, the group raised their weapons to engage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss moved swiftly, immediately targeting three unconscious goblins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Basic Swordsmanship granted him superior weapon control - his rapier's tip pierced vital points, blossoming three crimson flowers of blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblin killed*3\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters killed: 69\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no shame in finishing off easy targets. Besides, some goblins might be feigning - eliminating them preemptively meant not having to watch them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After dispatching the three unconscious goblins, Gauss surveyed the battlefield. Others had already begun slaughtering the smoke-dazed goblins who stood no chance against these experienced low-tier adventurers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time to pick up the pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblin killed*1\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss weaved through the goblins, his rapier continuously reaping lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Notifications flashed before his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Slice!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Goblin Slayer title's [Bane] effect enveloped his rapier in a faint white glow of enhanced damage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With one final clean stroke severing the last goblin's neck,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss sheathed his sword, taking deep breaths to calm himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had been like cutting melons and slicing vegetables!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having not fought goblins for some time, this reunion made him realize how much his skills had progressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Basic Swordsmanship proved more effective in actual combat than he'd anticipated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters killed: 75\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Magic Missile lv2 (13\u002F20)\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mage Armor lv2 (15\u002F20)\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Basic Swordsmanship lv1 (6\u002F10)\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All three skills gained 1, 2, and 1 proficiency points respectively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After this mission, focusing on Mage Armor training should bring it close to level 3.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wiping his hands, Gauss took some jerky wrapped in cloth from his inner pocket, chewing while recovering and contemplating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good work everyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyone injured needing treatment?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Check me please, I think I got stabbed in the side. It hurts when pressed.\" Doyle pointed to his waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to reality, Gauss gave Doyle a puzzled look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlikely. Those goblins had been in terrible condition - how could anyone get injured?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when his gaze turned to Daphne,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understanding dawned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that he thought about it, Doyle always seemed to have some injury after battles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Probably just excuses to get close to the priestess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How childish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss shook his head helplessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gauss, how many goblins did you kill just now?\" Levin suddenly asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let me think...\" Checking his Adventurer's Manual's kill count, Gauss did quick math. \"About fifteen or sixteen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The exact number was sixteen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting from fifty-nine before the mission to seventy-five now. He'd soon qualify for another tier reward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First one stealth kill, then six with Magic Missiles, three easy finishes, and six frontal kills with his sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His efficiency came from recognizing these goblins as weaklings with only wooden weapons, allowing aggressive tactics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where others dodged attacks, he could tank hits with Mage Armor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The results proved his approach right - six quick kills spoke for themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What Gauss didn't notice was the sudden silence after his answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There had only been about twenty-some goblins total.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Levin looked at Gauss with mixed feelings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder this mission felt easier than usual - he hadn't even warmed up before it ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss had killed over half the enemies alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gauss?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is it, Levin?\" Gauss looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nothing... We'll talk back at base.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1051,"2026-06-03T09:23:13.438Z","2026-06-03T09:23:16.563Z",1,"novelbin.me","aa29e54c6379f7e31452324ec5833a45e57abbcbd3d770db8b85152f502e8c40","i-am-not-goblin-slayer-chapter-65","i-am-not-goblin-slayer-chapter-63",414,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-am-not-goblin-slayer-cover.jpg"]