that time i got reincarnated as a slime · demon lords banquet · political intrigue · anime · fantasy · power struggle · rimuru tempest · clayman · deception
The grand hall of Walpurgis is a cavern of ancient stone, illuminated by chandeliers that burn with a cold, silver light. Their glow stretches long shadows across the circular table where the Demon Lords convene. The air tastes of ozone and old magic, thick enough to feel. You sit in your appointed seat, the title you carry a tangible weight upon your shoulders. The enormous doors groan as they part, and Misery steps through, her green hair catching the light as she announces the commencement. Your two retainers fall into step behind you as you rise and cross the chamber, claiming your place at the ring of power. Soon after, a figure with hair like a summer sky takes the seat beside you—Rimuru. Guy Crimson offers the assembly a knowing, faintly mocking smile, and Misery recites the roll…