第２６９堀：修行パートと一生懸命のプレゼント (Part4)
"She may not be as adorable as Seraria, but I find her quite endearing as well. At the same time, I’m proud to have a younger sister like that," Labyris remarked.
"That’s true. Having a little sister like Firia is something to be proud of," I added.
"Firia is so small, yet so incredibly strong... I must learn from her," Aslin murmured.
"Indeed. Just because I am a newcomer is no excuse to slack off. By the way, Yuki-sama," Samantha said, shifting the conversation toward me as everyone chatted. "I understand that the clothes Firia-chan made look wonderful—and please, don't misunderstand, I have no complaints. The very fact that she crafted the outfit you are wearing now is a talent worthy of high praise. However, what about its defensive capabilities?"
"Ah, that’s a fair point," Seraria chimed in. "If the performance is lacking, I’ll have to ask you not to wear it for the duel. I feel bad for Firia, but your safety comes first, Yuki."
"Exactly," Labyris agreed. "You could just tell her you don't want to get it dirty; that should be a convincing enough excuse for her. So, how does it hold up?"
"Oh, my bad. Now that you mention it, I haven't checked."
Prompted by their questions, I opened my status menu for the first time. And then...
"Ehhhhhh!?"
I couldn't help but shout.
Here were the details of the uniform Firia had crafted:
**Uniform Set (Yuki Exclusive)**
**Base Stats:** ALL +3000
**Special Notes:** Auxiliary effects are added depending on the situation.
**Description:** A completely bespoke outfit, crafted from start to finish by Firia, the Blacksmith District student whose talents have blossomed, solely for her one and only brother.
At a glance, it looks like a normal uniform, but the material is a composite rare metal developed in collaboration with Narjia. It has been spun into thread to reduce weight without sacrificing strength—a piece of clothing of unprecedented quality that allows both properties to be fully realized.
Needless to say, its performance far exceeds that of any mass-produced armor. Even these high stats are merely the minimum values when not worn by Yuki; the maximum values when equipped by him have never even been measured.
Furthermore, multiple enchantments have been layered onto it, further boosting its performance.
Note: If anyone other than Yuki wears it, it is just a regular set of clothes. No stat bonuses are applied.
It is, quite literally, a work that has shattered legends, pouring in new materials, technology, talent, and affection without reservation—all for Yuki.
**Commentary:** *Yup. Let's give her a gold star. You're really loved, aren't you? Way to go, big brother. — by Luna*
I’d done it. This wasn't just some heartwarming development. In the corner of this whole duel commotion, I had somehow ended up with the ultimate equipment.
Inside the box, there were also two bracelet-like items left behind, along with a note:
*“Brother. I heard about the duel, so I hurriedly made these bracelets with the leftover thread. If you don't mind, please give them to Taiki-nii and Eoid-nii. They are charms.”*
**Bracelets woven in haste, praying for victory**
**Stats:** ALL +500
**Special Effects:** Significant increase in stamina and magic recovery. Poison nullification. Allows the user to deploy a simple defensive barrier at will.
**Description:** It may look rough, but that is only by the standards of the Blacksmith District’s prodigy; even this is a top-quality item.
Naturally, given the materials used, these can boost all of the wearer's abilities even in this state. For Firia, this was just a simple, side-job production.
"What should we do?" I asked.
"We... we have no choice but to give them to them, don't we?" Seraria replied.
"I suppose so... but this is..."
"Firia is... a terrifying child," Aslin whispered.
"Doesn't this feel less like a duel and more like an equipment performance evaluation?" Samantha added.
*Oh boy...* A problem had emerged from the most unexpected place. What was I going to do?
Only one day left until the duel.
Time for the classic training montage.
Will Eoid get to play his dedicated BGM, "EOIDO"!?
Well, more than that, this might have been a flag for acquiring the strongest gear as part of an event.
The problems are piling up. Let's see how this turns out.
(Also, a quick MGS: TPP report: You can't play online on PS4 without a Plus subscription!! Damn it.)
Until next time.