The Story So Far

The Story So Far—

In the MMORPG Cross Reverie, Takuma Sakamoto was overwhelmingly powerful, and was able to role-play so well that his performances were more boss-like than the actual bosses of the game. For this reason, he came to be known as the “Demon Lord.”

By defeating the 《Demon Lord of the Mind, Enkvaros》 faster than anyone else, he obtained the super rare item, the 《Demon Lord’s Ring》. It was one of the ultimate pieces of equipment in the game, able to reflect all types of magic.

Then, one day—Takuma found himself summoned to a world that looked exactly like Cross Reverie! Having performed the ritual magic at the same time, the Pantherian, Rem, and the Elf, Shera, fought over which one of them was his Summoner:

“...I am the one who summoned him. Your magic was a failure.”

“You’re wrong! He’s mine!”

But thanks to the Demon Lord’s Ring he wore, the magic was reflected—the 《Enslavement Collar》 meant for him had clamped onto the two girls instead!

Faced with Rem and Shera arguing, Takuma was at a loss of what to do. While he may have been a superior player back in the game, he couldn’t talk with other people if his life depended on it. After struggling over what to say, the words that came out of his mouth were from the Demon Lord role-play he had used in the game:

“Cease your pointless squabbling. You are in the presence of Diablo.”

Traveling to the town of Faltra, the three of them found lodging at an inn. There, they were paid a visit from Celes, the Head of the Mage’s Association, and a very important figure in this town. It seemed that Rem was in possession of a grave secret: Within her body was sealed the soul of the 《Demon Lord Krebskulm》.

Rem despaired that no one would be able to help her... That’s when Diablo made this declaration to her:

“Leave everything to me. No matter your circumstances, a Demon Lord will be able to accept it all.”

The next day, Diablo and the others became full-fledged Adventurers. Their first quest turned out to be a trap, and they were attacked by a squadron of elite Elf soldiers trying to capture Shera. It turned out she was the princess of the Kingdom of Greenwood!

But Diablo repelled the attack with ease—the gap between their levels was just too great. This was the moment Diablo came to understand the difference between Cross Reverie, a game with infinite revives, and this world, where death was permanent.

The next day, the Fallen named Edelgard lead an army of one hundred of her brethren in an attack on the Bridge of Ulug. At the same time, a powerful Fallen appeared in the middle of Faltra.

Showing off his true power, Diablo completely routed Edelgard and her army. Using a “Return” spell, he makes his way back to Faltra instantaneously, and in an overwhelming display of magic, Diablo destroyed Gregore, the tenacious Fallen who had been terrorizing the town. Thanks to his efforts, he saved Rem, Celes, and the entire city of Faltra.

Diablo later found himself the recipient of a quest from the governor of Faltra, Galford. The Kingdom of Greenwood had demanded Shera be returned to them, or else they would declare open war with Faltra. The details of Galford’s quest were as follows: “If you do not wish to hand over Shera, then find a way to avoid this war.”

The bespectacled, straight-and-narrow Imperial Knight Alicia was assigned to the group as an observer to watch over their actions, as Diablo struggled to find a solution to this predicament... But due to the plans put in motion by Keera, the prince of Greenwood, Shera was put under his control and forced to say she would return to her homeland.

Being conversationally impaired and faint of heart, Diablo allowed Shera to be abducted... But after being persuaded by Rem, Diablo managed to return to his normal self. Crushing the Elf soldiers in his way, Diablo and the others pushed toward Keera’s encampment. In a panic, the prince flees, only to be cut down by the governor of Faltra himself—Galford. He had bided his time, waiting for Diablo to become exhausted fighting so he could seize the opportunity and capture Shera.

Diablo fought a hard and grueling battle against Galford. Though it came close, it was Diablo’s superior experience fighting against others that led him to victory. Though they had been through a lot, peaceful days had finally returned once again...