Why Have Priests Always Used Turn Undead? It's a Mystery

So, does that mean necromancy magic doesn't exist?

"Do games have things like necromancy, where you control dead minions? Do such things not exist?"

"Are you referring to the undead or zombies as depicted in games and movies? In terms of death concepts, it's impossible to control the deceased. However, even in your computer systems, cracking is possible, right? While there are some restrictions, certain organisms can manipulate an object's properties through special methods, turning them into zombie bots. Additionally, during this process, behaviors like feeding can spread viruses—in this case, akin to computer viruses—causing infections and growth. There are also cases where poor management leads to property distortion, resulting in abnormal terminals. This seems similar to the concept of dependent-type undead and naturally occurring undead. The reason divine magic affects undead is to repair such property abnormalities. Isn't that what priests do in your games? That's the image I'm talking about."

So, this is how Turn Undead works. When asked about it, if the damage to properties is high, a significant amount of magical power is needed for repairs. Therefore, in cases of severe damage, only the cracked parts are repaired, and the rest are left as-is, resulting in corpses.

High-level undead have either highly abnormal properties or numerous manipulated sections, requiring skilled divine magic to handle them.

Since they're still alive, if their damage exceeds a certain threshold, they die like any other living being. Especially for dependent-type undead, poor management by the master can quickly lead to starvation or neglect, causing their deaths.

"Are you talking about vampires? They are the easiest to understand. Even with minor injuries, they can infect others with a virus and turn them into servants. Changing only the parameters of consciousness properties makes it easy to keep them alive. Similar species exist on this planet too."

"Is there no problem if crackers are left unmanaged?"

"It's just exploiting vulnerabilities in terminal properties. Management primarily focuses on maintaining and conserving server applications. As long as operations aren't affected, they don't interfere. Haven't you heard from Enjoyment? It's about universal love."

Resistance skills exist to protect against vulnerabilities, like patches.

"Since we're talking about undead, I'll give you some advice. The nature of individuals on this planet doesn't differ much from Earth. Some people have abnormal consciousness parameters. Frankly, there are those who actively harm others for their benefit."

Alecto looks at me seriously.

"Your kindness is commendable. While background and education play a role, this aligns with what our server managers desire. However, don't make mistakes. Firmly confront anything that harms yourself. Harsh as it may sound, even if they're your own kind, kill them when necessary. That's an acceptable reality."

This made me realize something I had vaguely feared. Murderers and thieves do exist on this planet. Can I kill them?

"Due to common sense from education, you probably feel a taboo about killing your own kind. From the logs, I can tell. This nature fits the theme of this planet. It's fundamentally acceptable. Therefore, we, the gods, forgive such actions. Do what must be done."

Killing someone... It feels unreal. Even goblins are like that. Honestly, I don't know what will happen.

"It's unfortunate if visitors suffer harm. As Enjoyment said, the gods welcome and bless your visit. We're not petty enough to condemn necessary actions."

Alecto smiles sincerely.

"Don't worry so much. Opportunities arise with livelihood concerns. That's why I entrusted Enjoyment with a spell. It should easily neutralize threats."

"Thank you..."

I couldn't say anything else at the moment. Gratitude was all I could express.

"As for now, this matter involves demonization (monsterization), which is a phenomenon where properties change. You've probably checked some property information through 'recognition.' While it doesn't happen frequently, it can occur under certain conditions. However, I don't have the authority to help much. Be cautious."

"Yes."

"It's about time, isn't it? Akihiro."

It didn't feel like we had talked for that long—maybe around three hours at most, including meals.

"Has that much time passed?"

"This place is a bit special due to the 'Sage''s response. We've taken countermeasures and constructed some time. Additionally, time flow here is distorted."

Alecto extends his hand for a handshake.

"I hope your journey is blessed with good fortune. We'll meet again soon. Other gods are eagerly anticipating your encounter too."

Why do they want to meet so much?

"Because you're from Earth, Japan — a guest from the living world. Many are eager to hear your stories. Enjoyment was the first to express interest for that very reason."

Alecto laughs loudly.

"We've had a good time. We thank you as well. Oh, and inform Healing of this. Providing the means to live is the minimum response we can offer to our guests."

"Yes. Thank you. I look forward to meeting you again."

"Indeed. Farewell."

Alecto disappears with those words, enveloping everything in darkness.

I feel the darkness and my body as consciousness returns.

<... ... Notice. Reconnection confirmed. Status check begins. Log confirmation begins. ... Check complete. No abnormalities detected.>

The Sage's voice echoes.

Ah, I'm regaining consciousness. Is Rizatia angry? Thinking about that, I open my eyes.