Level 1 Demon Lord & One Room Hero (Lv1魔王とワンルーム勇者)

- Enemies, though we are,

I must commend your combat prowess,

but surely you've realized by now

you are no match for my power.

The human realm shall be overrun by my loyal minions!

- Damn it! This could be the end of the line for us.

Don't give up, Fred.

Huh?

- Then I shall be the bringer of your demise!

Protection!

How laughable. You're a fool!

Leo, hang in there!

Yuria!

Strike Edge!

Do it!

Yeah!

Max the Human Hero.

You have masterfully defeated me,

the almighty Demon Lord.

However, my loyal minions shall live on for all eternity...

and I shall return, and when I do,

you shall suffer my blood-soaked vengeance!

At long last the time has finally come!

I am reborn!

You had best prepare yourself, Max the Hero!

- My warmest congratulations on your rebirth, Your Grace.

- Zenia! It's been quite a while.

Are you the only one awake right now?

Where's everyone else?

- They have remained in a state of slumber

since your fateful battle 10 years ago.

- Unbelievable bunch of useless bastards.

Every last one of 'em.

By the way, did you get taller?

Um, Your Grace, for now,

let's focus on finding you some clothes.

Zenia, I thought I told you

to bring my favorite dress robes.

- Those are your royal garments, milord.

This was your preferred attire 10 years ago.

As you can see, your physique has changed quite a bit.

It would seem that your powers

didn't fully return in a mere 10 years,

causing an underdeveloped physical form,

and this includes your naughty business.

- Well, this is depressing.

- It'll be fine. You have nothing to worry about.

Because I, Zenia, your faithful secretary,

have taken the liberty of preparing a few new outfits

that will suit your brand-new body.

- Zenia, what in the hell am I wearing?

- This is the traditional attire

for a mage in the human realm.

It looks very nice on you.

- I don't remember any of the Hero's companions

wearing anything so frilly.

- This is known as a uniform.

It's the professional attire for maid servants.

- And why should I be wearing the clothing of a lowly maid?

- This ensemble has been used for many years

by those pursuing an education.

Talk to the hand!

- That phrase has been out of vogue

for a long time now.

In the event that you choose

to partake in aquatic activities, then you can...

- Get that outta my face!

Unbelievable.

Presenting me with such ridiculous outfits.

My apologies, Your Grace.

- Well, I suppose I should have expected as much

given your inappropriate and disgraceful appearance.

Um, excuse me?

- By the way, Zenia, what has he been up to nowadays?

- Wait, he? Who do you mean, Your Grace?

- Who the hell else would I be talking about?

That wretched Max the Hero, of course!

Well...

- This is the man who managed to defeat me.

No doubt he's made a name for himself

over these past 10 years.

In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if he's now royalty.

Talk to me. What's become of him?

Um, so, yes, about that.

The truth is, regarding the Hero's current status,

it's still largely a mystery.

Really?

- As far as social and political world goes,

it would seem that he has disappeared.

- Oh. But why's that? I don't understand.

Ah, wait. I think I get it.

He removed himself from this existence

for spiritual training.

He saved all of humanity

and yet maintained his humble demeanor.

Talk about a true hero!

I'm getting more and more excited

for our rematch by the second!

Come along, milord.

Your official duties have been really piling up

in your absence.

Please forget about the Hero for the time being.

- Huh? Not a freaking chance, Zenia.

That Hero is the greatest threat

to myself and my loyal minions.

I can't just look the other way.

- With all due respect, Your Grace.

He may possess superhuman strength,

but in the end, he's still only human.

He's destined to grow old and die before long.

You no longer need to concern yourself

with an insignificant mortal like him.

Hm?

- You're hiding something important from me, aren't you?

It feels as though

there is something about the Hero

you wish for me not to know.

- What? Hiding something? Oh, no, no.

From you, milord.

- It can't be.

Tell me he's not already dead! Tell me right now, Zenia!

Was it a disease or an assassination?

Please, you gotta tell me you're lying!

Your Grace, calm down!

I must see it for myself.

Third eye, activate!

What the? I'd know that life force anywhere.

You can't escape me!

And I can see that he's still alive too.

You had me worried for a minute there.

It appears he's located somewhere near

the humans' imperial capital.

Yes, I see.

Well then, I'll just go and have a little looksie.

What?

Where are you going? You mustn't do this!

- No, I'm just going to pop by and say hello.

I'll be back in jiff so be sure to have my supper ready.

- Please wait, Your Grace. The Hero isn't really...

- Look, I bet Max the Hero

is in the midst of celebrating this temporary time of peace,

which is why I must make a grand return

and strike both fear and despair in his heart once again!

- Don't do this, milord. You're going to regret it!

- Enough! No more of your nonsense!

This is exactly why I woke from my slumber.

I shall not be dissuaded, you hear me?

- No! Come back, Your Grace!

Oh, the look of pure joy on his face.

Please forgive me, milord, for not being able to stop you.

I'm sorry!

- Haven't seen the human realm in a while.

There it is.

Those heathens have crudely constructed themselves a city.

It at least looks like their civilization has progressed

since last I saw them.

I'm getting close now.

I can only imagine his dumb face

when he realizes that I've made my valiant return.

The anticipation is killing me!

It's that building down there.

Here I come!

It's been a long time, Max the Hero!

Now behold, I fulfilled my destiny and been reborn.

What's the matter? Have I rendered you speechless?

Huh?

Uh...

- Uh... - Huh?

["One Room Adventure" by MADKID plays]

Who the hell are you?

Uh...

Uh, nevermind. I must have made a mistake.

Well, my name is Max.

- Please. Surely you jest!

- Three eyes and a pair of horns. You a demon?

What the hell would a demon want with me?

- Ah! That's Blazebringer, the Holy Blade!

I would know it anywhere!

That very sword that sliced my right arm to ribbons.

- Wait, hold on. Are you the, uh...

Oh yeah. That guy mentioned resurrecting or someth...

- Don't just toss the Holy Blade aside

like it's yesterday's trash!

Now sit up, you bum!

You absolutely positive

you're the same Max who defeated me a decade ago?

- Yeah, that's what I'm telling you. Ugh, my back.

- But you're all flabby and dirty!

What happened to that chiseled jawline of yours?

- Oh, shut up. People age. It's completely natural.

- You're a far cry from last time. I hardly recognize you!

- Yeah. Well, you're one to talk.

You wearing a tiny sailor uniform.