[{"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-95":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},1030749,1343,"Chapter 95: Goblin Village","i-am-not-goblin-slayer-chapter-95",95,"\u003Cp>\"Plop!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sticky, dark green creature hopped onto the path before Gauss, blocking his way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss halted and looked down, recognizing an old acquaintance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slime Slimes—creatures not commonly seen near human settlements—appeared rather abundant in the Emerald Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One seemed to pop up every now and then during his trek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Blurgh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon spotting Gauss, the Slime suddenly flattened its gelatinous body against the ground, then rebounded high into the air, attempting to land squarely on his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Swish!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss drew his rapier, slicing a crescent arc before him, then nimbly backstepped twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The airborne Slime was cleanly bisected through its core mid-leap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its entire body instantly dissolved into a puddle of foul-smelling mucus, splattering across the ground before Gauss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Slime Slime killed: 1\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters slain: 180\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss collected the coagulated Slime Gel and stowed it in a side pouch of his backpack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was worth dozens of copper coins—enough for a meal. No sense wasting it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monsters in the Emerald Forest certainly seemed enthusiastic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a lone, lowly Slime had dared attack him outright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The forest creatures appeared noticeably more aggressive than those outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not that this was a bad thing. These bottom-tier mobs were just free experience points coming one by one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He'd take all comers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After swiftly dispatching the frenzied little Slime, Gauss consulted his map and continued along the forest trail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deeper he ventured, the denser the woodland became.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trees grew thicker and taller, with ancient trunks so massive two people couldn't encircle them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This instinctively put Gauss on higher alert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thunk!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His blade suddenly speared into soft soil, pinning a wrist-thick serpent beneath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps due to the forest's lack of human activity, wildlife flourished alongside monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Throughout his journey, Gauss had spotted several rabbits, a wild boar, and a young spotted deer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since none showed hostile intent, he left them be—his objective was Goblins, not game hunting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By near noon, he found a small clearing where faint sunlight penetrated the canopy to rest temporarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unpacking, he laid an insect-proof tarp on the ground before retrieving rations from his pack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Same old staples: jerky, bread, and potted meat—all cold fare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting a fire for cooking was too extravagant during serious business, and the aromas might attract unknown forest dwellers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he chewed, the food seemed to transform into warming energy shortly after reaching his stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After drinking some water and briefly reclining on the tarp—massaging his ankles and pack-strained shoulders—Gauss felt fully reinvigorated after the short break.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rapid Digestion proved immensely valuable during expeditions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to this ability, Gauss fatigued far slower than typical adventurers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Physical exhaustion severely impacted performance—not just for body-reliant Warriors, but even Mages struggled to cast effectively when drained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Probably 1-2 more hours to the mission location.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Gauss unfolded his map to verify the distance—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rustling came from nearby shrubs, followed by a sharp whistling through air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss grabbed the map and rolled aside, narrowly evading the thrown spear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thock!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The projectile pierced through his tarp into the earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his newly purchased tarp already damaged, Gauss frowned, then turned toward the spear's origin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several green-skinned creatures of innate wickedness emerged from the bushes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their greedy eyes raked over Gauss as drool dripped uncontrollably from their mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recognizing the foes, Gauss's furrowed brow relaxed slightly—but only slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Encountering Goblins pleased him;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>damaging his gear did not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Five.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a quick headcount, Gauss saw no need to waste time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was no longer his former self—dispatching five Goblins posed little challenge now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only question was which method conserved time and energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noticing two spear-wielding Goblins winding up for another throw, Gauss snatched the Unbreaking Scepter leaning against his pack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a thought, mana from his Rank's chalice surged toward the wand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Magic Missile!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After brief charging, two downgraded Magic Missiles streaked forth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The projectiles tore through air before hammering into Goblin flesh with devastating impact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"BANG!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following twin crisp detonations, the targeted Goblins were blasted meters backward by the concussive force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pigeon egg-sized holes in their chests gushed fragmented flesh and blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblins killed: 2\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters slain: 182\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Magic Missile's potency had increased since his promotion to Magician.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling barely dented mana reserves, Gauss finally smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These downgraded missiles actually exceeded his Apprentice-period full-power versions by 30%, and he could likely fire over twenty such shots now!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No more agonizing over mana depletion after a few spells like during apprenticeship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Factoring in mid-combat replenishment, he might push toward thirty casts while fighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quite satisfying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No more scrimping on spell usage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now he truly felt like a proper spellcaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The remaining three Goblins, thoroughly terrified by the missiles, scrambled away on all fours.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gauss's gaze locked onto them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two more missiles precisely eliminated another pair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a breath's pause, fresh mana gathered at his wand's tip once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"THUD!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The final missile hammered the last fleeing Goblin into the dirt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Goblins killed: 3\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Total monsters slain: 185\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surveying the fallen Goblins, Gauss noted how spells had annihilated five foes in mere breaths—faster than swordplay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Additionally, this method kept him clean, avoiding the hassle of scrubbing off foul Goblin blood in the wilderness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps he should incorporate more magic in future engagements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With mana still ample, he pondered whether other newly promoted Mages or Warlocks could sustain such casting rates, and to what degree they differed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lacking contact with peers at his level, Gauss remained uncertain about other Rank 1 spellcasters' capabilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having expended some mana, the recently rested Gauss had no choice but to consume more rations for replenishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only after full recovery did he repack and resume navigating by map.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dense canopy often obscured the sun, making timekeeping difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After roughly an hour's travel by his estimate, Gauss finally neared the mission site.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As usual upon reaching new locations, he mentally marked the spot on his cognitive map, labeling it \"First Beginner-Level Task: Goblin Tribe.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief respite, he stashed his pack in a concealed spot and traveled light to scout for the 50+ adult Goblin settlement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, numerous footprints became apparent in the soil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mid-sized Goblin tribe's activity radius could span kilometers, and Goblins lacked concealment instincts, making tracking straightforward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trailing these signs, Gauss soon arrived at the tribe's encampment—utterly different from the dozen-strong clusters he'd encountered before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This settlement had developed proper scale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within a clearly cleared expanse stood a Goblin \"village,\" encircled by haphazard stone walls smeared with foul substances resembling dung or mud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beyond the low barrier, dense clusters of green-skinned figures milled 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