This video.
It was from the time when [Alaya] had just released Unlimited Blade Works.
The troublemaker, the ever-unscrupulous Merlin, immediately sought out Gilgamesh, hoping to team up and screw over Souma.
Unfortunately.
Gilgamesh was, after all, his closest friend. Even after recognizing Souma upon meeting him, he didn't actually try to kill him.
Instead, he helped Souma lure Merlin in and, using a wager contract, forced him to drink the gender-swapping potion.
Thus fulfilling the promise made to the Doctor during the Final Singularity.
Back when the potion was being administered, Gilgamesh had deliberately recorded the entire scene and stored it in his [Gate of Babylon], waiting for the perfect moment to expose it—public execution by humiliation.
Now.
The perfect moment had arrived.
Gilgamesh, under his own name, chose to upload the video.
The extravagantly wealthy King of Heroes even went so far as to release it simultaneously across all platforms, with premium front-page promotion.
Given his status as one of the top-tier Heroic Spirits, the moment the video went live, countless viewers tuned in.
Comments exploded instantly—
[Huh? I thought this was a prank, but it's actually uploaded by the King of Heroes himself?]
[Holy shit, did Nameless really force Merlin to drink the gender-swapping potion?!]
[Nameless is OP! He actually managed to catch that illusion master?!]
[Merlin, you're awake? The surgery was a success—you're a cute girl now!]
[HAHAHA! Came here immediately to laugh! Merlin never does anything decent—this is exactly what he deserves! Or should I say, she now!]
In previous exposé videos, this Grand Caster candidate, who fed on human dreams and wielded immense power, had been nothing but a nuisance.
The one time he actually did anything—during the Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia Singularity—he nearly got Quetzalcoatl killed.
He was supposed to deflect the axe she threw, but he "slipped" on purpose, leaving her to suffer the brutal backlash of the contract.
Her power plummeted as a result, leaving her unable to stop Tiamat, the Beast of Creation, from advancing.
Now, the ever-unscrupulous Merlin had fallen victim to Nameless's scheme—
No, this was justice.
Countless viewers cheered in excitement.
Merlin, the one who thrived on others' misery, had now become the joke himself.
The ultimate punishment.
In the video.
It was clear—Merlin stood opposite Nameless.
The terms of their wager were simple.
If Merlin successfully trapped Nameless in an illusion, all past grievances would be settled.
If he failed, he would have to drink the gender-swapping potion.
Once the contract was sealed.
Merlin struck without hesitation, weaving his strongest illusion—a world indistinguishable from reality.
Yet.
To the shock of all viewers, the son of nightmares, whose illusions could even affect Tiamat, the strongest illusionist of all—
His magic had zero effect on Nameless.
A man who had clawed his way out of hell.
Even if the heavens crumbled, his will would never waver!
With a swing of his sword, he tore through the false sky as if splitting the world itself.
The battle ended in an instant!
"Merlin, you've lost. Time to honor the contract." Nameless pointed his blade at him.
"No, I haven't lost yet, the most powerful illusion hasn't been used..."
Merlin struggled to resist.
Unfortunately, under the power of the contract, there was no way to fight back.
He could only watch helplessly as Nameless forced him to drink the Maiden's Drowning Potion.
Under the influence of this mysterious and transcendent power.
Merlin could be seen rolling on the ground, screaming: "Too much... I can't take it..."
The effects of the Maiden's Drowning Potion manifested.
Everyone watched in amazement as the nearly six-foot-tall handsome man.
Quickly transformed into a petite loli under five feet tall.
With snow-white long hair and smooth, tender skin, it was absolute perfection.
Most incredibly.
This new appearance was exactly that of the virtual idol—
[Magical☆Merlin]
Clearly, everything was going according to Nameless's plan.
He had truly kept his promise!
In the hotel.
Mordred stared blankly at the video: "That guy really got turned into a little loli?"
In British myths and history, Merlin had always been the undisputed royal advisor and mage.
It was Merlin and King Uther who worked together to create King Arthur, who possessed the heart of the Red Dragon.
All to oppose the White Dragon, the Vile King Vortigern.
Even the Knights of the Round Table were jointly established by Merlin and King Uther—making him a genuine founding member.
He was also King Arthur's teacher.
An indispensable figure in all sorts of British novels, films, and games.
But now.
Mordred had personally witnessed the once-handsome royal advisor transform into a 1.4-meter-tall, white-haired little loli.
For a moment, she was at a loss for words.
Her emotions were indescribably complicated.
To think the esteemed royal advisor had been reduced to this state by Nameless—truly—
Well done!
"..."
Gawain shuddered, suddenly feeling a wave of dread.
Before this, he and Nameless had also been at odds.
If he had truly drawn the other's ire, even his masculinity might not have been spared.
Too terrifying.
This was far worse than being killed.
A torment worse than death itself.
Upon seeing the video, Artoria also froze momentarily.
Her first teacher… had become a little loli?
And not just any loli—an irresistibly charming, unbearably cute virtual idol?
Back then, Merlin had tutored her from childhood.
During the day, she worked alongside her foster family, and at night, he drilled knowledge into her in her dreams.
Leaving her with barely three hours of sleep each day.
A strict teacher in every sense of the word.
So much so that even Nameless couldn't stand it, calling him out on multiple occasions.
Watching the video of the Flower Mage's unfortunate feminization, Artoria couldn't help but smirk.
Truly, no one else but you could pull this off, Nameless!
Countless viewers joined in the schadenfreude—
[Hahaha, this is amazing! Nameless, you absolute legend!]
[Damn, even the "Merlin with no conscience" looks this pretty now? I'm smitten!]
[White hair, red eyes, a petite 1.4-meter-tall legal loli… who could possibly resist this?!]
[So, did she end up feeding the doctor cake or not?]
[Tsk, just imagining that sleazy incubus' reluctant, forced expression gets me all excited!]
[Nameless, go all out—make her perform "Looking at You with Disdain While Lifting Her Skirt"!]
...
In Chaldea.
Mash's eyes widened as she watched the scene unfold in the video. "Senpai actually did it…?"
It was unbelievable.
The legendary Flower Mage had truly been transformed into a virtual idol by her senpai.
"This just proves that the pursuit of beauty is the correct path. Merlin never understood true beauty!"
Da Vinci shook her head lightly. "In that regard, Nameless and I are kindred spirits."
"Uh…"
Mash didn't know how to respond.
This "Universal Genius" had once been a genuine, muscular man in life.
His physique was so perfect that he had even served as a model for statues.
Yet when manifesting as a Servant, he had willingly chosen to take on a female form.
A stark contrast to Merlin, who had been forcibly drowned in femininity by her senpai.
Mash glanced at the doctor beside her. "Romani Archaman, your wish has been granted by senpai!"
"...He really did it?"
Beyond astonishment, Romani was filled with overwhelming regret.
This meant that the person who had wanted to feed him strawberry cake earlier was none other than the virtual idol Merlin!
He wanted to cry but had no tears left.
Once, an opportunity to be hand-fed cake by his idol had been right in front of him, but he hadn't cherished it.
Only after losing it did he realize the depth of his regret.
Nothing in this world could be more painful.
If God would grant him another chance, he would say to that girl—
"I'll eat it!"
And if he could set a limit to those words, he would wish for it to happen ten thousand times!
The mere thought of missing out made Dr. Roman regret it so much that his intestines turned green.
Nameless had already fulfilled his promise—it was Dr. Roman himself who had chosen to give up.
How foolish I was, truly!
"Uh, Doctor, did she really feed you cake?" Mash asked in surprise, staring at him.
She was no longer the naive little girl from before.
Just from the doctor's expression, she could tell he was consumed with regret.
Mash suddenly frowned. "So, Doctor, did that ring from earlier end up in your hands?"
He had clearly taken the ring off and hidden it away for safekeeping, only to suddenly find it missing.
"I've enjoyed myself long enough. It's time to fulfill my duty—after all, I'm no Merlin," Dr. Roman murmured in response.
He had once abandoned everything, wanting only to live as an ordinary human.
Wearing the ring meant losing all emotions and desires.
But taking it off meant he could no longer protect those he wished to guard.
The only consolation was that, after regaining his power, he didn't seem to have lost his humanity.
Was this, too, Nameless's doing?
This only deepened Dr. Roman's guilt.
That man had silently done so much—far too much—leaving him at a loss for how to express his gratitude.
The only thing he could do was to give his all in assisting Nameless when the time came to face the Beast of the End.
Da Vinci suddenly spoke up with feigned mystery. "By the way, Romani, I have some good news for you."
"What good news?"
Dr. Roman was utterly lifeless inside.
Having personally given up the chance to be fed cake by his idol had already shattered his heart beyond repair—nothing could stir him now.
Da Vinci grinned brightly. "We've detected a Spirit Origin and can summon it here."
"Which Servant?" Dr. Roman blinked in surprise.
In this era of Heroic Spirits, many already existed in the world without needing to be summoned.
"You'll find out soon enough."
Da Vinci deliberately kept him in suspense.
This particular Servant, after all, was someone Nameless had specifically recommended.
The summoning ritual began.
The magical circle lit up with dazzling radiance.
A figure bathed in the light descended upon Chaldea.
She had striking dark skin and even more peculiar beast-like ears.
Her clothing barely covered the essentials.
Her entire demeanor exuded an unrestrained, passionate energy that left onlookers in awe.
Mash gasped in shock. "Doctor, your wife has come looking for you!"
The newly arrived Servant was none other than the Queen of Sheba!
In the annals of three thousand years of history, she was the genuine wife of King Solomon—even acknowledged by King David as his daughter-in-law.
The Queen of Sheba smiled. "Well, Solomon, you've really let yourself go, haven't you?"
Even if his appearance had changed, his Spirit Origin remained unmistakable, allowing her to recognize him at a glance.
"Why are you here?" Dr. Roman muttered, dazed.
He had never expected her to be the one arriving at Chaldea.
The Queen of Sheba strode forward. "Why, to fulfill the promise we made three thousand years ago, of course~"
Her tall, curvaceous figure—standing over 170 cm—boldly showcased her exotic charm.
And then—
The newly arrived queen promptly hoisted Dr. Roman over her shoulder and carried him straight into his room.
"Ahhh! Save me, Mash! Da Vinci!" Dr. Roman shrieked in terror.
But neither of them intervened, both watching with strange expressions.
It was just a little marital fun—hardly appropriate for them to interfere.
Da Vinci said with a hint of amusement, "Mashu dear, if you want to take your relationship with your senpai to the next level, I suggest you learn a thing or two from the Queen of Sheba~"
Not just now.
Even in history, this fiery queen was known for her bold declarations of love towards Solomon.
After three thousand years without meeting.
It seems Dr. Roman is in danger.
"Eh, I-I couldn't possibly..."
A deep blush suddenly spread across Mashu's face.
Asking her to do something so bold was far too embarrassing.
She simply couldn't do it.
Besides, her senpai liked her gentle self, not some fiery, domineering queen.
Mashu quickly changed the subject, "By the way, Da Vinci, who do you like?"
"Who do I like? Why, myself of course!"
Da Vinci answered instantly, brimming with pride and confidence.
She descended in the form of a Heroic Spirit, her appearance modeled after her most celebrated masterpiece—Mona Lisa's Smile.
This alone spoke volumes about her narcissism.
Da Vinci leisurely observed the petite shield-bearing girl. "You didn't actually think I'd be interested in that shut-in doctor, did you?"
"Uh…"
Mash's expression turned slightly awkward.
Only then did she remember—Da Vinci had been a genuine, iron-blooded man in her past life. It would've been strange if she'd liked men.
She glanced toward the doctor's room in the distance, the door now closed. A pang of sympathy for him flickered in her chest, mingled with curiosity.
If it were her senpai saying those things to her… would she…?
Ah, no—impossible!
Just the thought alone was too embarrassing—she'd faint on the spot!
Mash's face burned crimson at the mere suggestion.
Truly, she couldn't even begin to imagine it.
Meanwhile.
Elsewhere.
Gilgamesh regarded his old friend with keen interest. "So, the arrival of that queen was also your doing?"
In this era of Heroic Spirits, only a few hundred had manifested in reality, with countless others yet to descend.
But as the spokesperson of [Alaya], this friend of his could summon whomever he pleased.
Even the seven Grand Servants could be directly invited at his behest.
This was the true meaning of the [Grand Order]!
"Just a little surprise, that's all." Souma chuckled.
He hoped the doctor would appreciate this small gift.
Provided, of course, the doctor survived long enough to climb out of bed.
Tsk. Three thousand years of separation—the queen's pent-up fury was terrifying to imagine.
Countless Masters' wishes had finally been fulfilled by his own hands.
There was nothing left to fear. Now, it was time to deal with the threat of that brat.
Gilgamesh frowned as he looked toward South America. "That colossal spider… with humanity's current strength, we stand no chance of defeating it."
Even someone as proud as him had to admit—the extraterrestrial invader was overwhelmingly powerful, to the point of despair.
To defeat it, one would need strength capable of shattering stars.
"Indeed. Its power is absurdly beyond reason."
Souma nodded.
Originally, it was supposed to be the Ultimate One (UO) of Mercury—yet that was merely its secondary identity.
Its true nature was an existence rivaling God Himself.
To even think of slaying it was pure delusion.
Unless, of course, they could summon Ultraman.
Souma murmured softly, "You must undo the bell you tied. We'll have to wait until the video finishes playing."
"Oh? Is that truly possible?" Gilgamesh fell into thought.
That monstrous spider had crossed the sea of stars to descend upon Earth.
It was the planet's own will—[Gaia]—that had called it forth to annihilate humanity.
But now.
The Demon God King Goetia had succeeded in replacing Gaia, becoming the new planetary consciousness of Earth.
A single word from this being could send the spider back into slumber—or return it to its home on Mercury.
The question was… would it really be that simple?
Let's not forget—this was the same being who had schemed for three thousand years, ignited human history, and nearly brought about mankind's extinction!
"I don't know either."
Souma spread his hands helplessly.
If that brat's memories fully awakened and his power fully returned…
Only God Himself would know what he'd do next.
In the blink of an eye.
The three-day countdown after the previous video's conclusion had ended.
[Alaya] was about to release a new video.
Its title was—
[Final Chapter: Nameless and Goetia]
[This will be the final video in the biography of the heroic spirit Nameless, chronicling his bittersweet journey through the Lostbelt with Goetia~]
PS: The cat will write the Lostbelt storyline from both the protagonist's and Goetia's perspectives. If you readers enjoy it, please show your support, mwah~