Awakening

The sun was shining its beautiful rays of light down on Tempest, signaling the start of a new day.

While in slime form, Rimuru began to awaken from his slumber. As he managed to regain his senses, he finally noticed the two large mounds that rested atop his form.

Atop him, was a purple haired, busty Oni woman. Shion had returned from the land of the dead, due to Rimurus actions.

"Oh, you're awake Lord Rimuru!" Shion had shouted in excitement. It had been four days since Rimuru had annihilated the army and evolved himself. Even he was unaware as to the power he had held now.

As soon as the others had heard Shion mention word of Rimuru being awake, the citizens came up to greet him after his days if rest and recuperation. All kneeling before him while still in Shions lap.

"Lord Rimuru! All of us are glad to have you back with us. Not a single person was left behind!" They said unanimously. Rimuru had looked around and was stunned to see his efforts had actually payed off in the best way possible.

As time passes, Rimuru is allowed to reconnect to with his nation after late events, such as catching up with events that took place during his evolutionary slumber. Such as Eurazania being destroyed by Milim Nava. The three beastkateers who work under Demon Lord Carrion had been in Tempest for some time. Rimuru had just finished speaking with them and was now standing on a cliff overlooking Tempest.

"Well this is certainly a problem." Rimuru said with an exasperated tone of voice.

"In the course of simply four days, Milim destroyed Eurazania. What to do?" Rimuru said as he began to think to himself. He looked down at his hand as if analyzing himself. To his surprise he was stronger. That part was to be expected. But he felt massively stronger. The kind of strength people would kill eachother for.

It was a shock. He had been awake for the course of at least 6 hours and he just realized his own strength.

'Hey Raphael, how much stronger am I compared to previously?' Rimuru asked the sentient skill.

{Previously, your Magicule Capacity was roughly 2 million. Your maximum output it 40x times that.}

Rimru was shocked even more from the sudden boost. But one thing that shocked him was....

'Wait, I was at 2 million when I was a majin?'

{No. When you were an Awakened Demon Lord.}

"When?! When I was a Demon Lord?! Then what the hell am I now?!"

{You have evolved into an existence similar to that of a True Dragon. Vicious Draconic Star God Body, Ultimate Slime for short. You can be considered the Fifth True Dragon in Existence.} Raphael had explained to Rimuru. Meanwhile, his eyes remained wide at this newfound info. To say he was dumbfounded would be an understatement. Now he was an existence comparable to that of Veldora and maybe even stronger.

As Rimuru was still struggling to believe the validity in his new power, the demon from a few days ago had suddenly appeared before him.

"It is a pleasure to meet you once again." The demon said with excitement, even bowing slightly towards Rimuru. Rimuru had acknowledged his presence, even though his mind was still focused on this power of his.

"Hm... who are you?"

"I do not have a name, I am just a lowly demon you summoned to assist you." The demon said, still bowing in reverence towards Rimuru.

"I summoned you? Sorry for making you wait so long. You are free to leave." Rimuru said with a smile.

However, towards the demon, he looked more shocked, heartbroken and like he was about to cry a little from the sudden rejection.

Time flies once more as Rimuru proceeds to name the demon in question, Giving him the name Diablo as well as being his personal servant in a sense. But fully welcoming him into Tempest with such.

Now, Rimuru alone had headed to the sealed cave that once held Veldora. Ordering the dragonewts inside to leave the area and to not let anyone near by any means.

"Man. This place sure does bring back memories." Rimuru spoke with a hint of happiness in his voice. The very place where he met his first friend in this world after a rough adjustment.

Rimuru had solely returned to this place under such circumstances due to Raphael has managed to fully analyze [Unlimited Imprisonment] thus freeing Veldora. Rimuru is here to finally break that seal.

"Veldora, you will finally be outta there. Raphael, please make another copy of me."

So, now the process has finally begun.

An exact copy of Rimuru was created standing right beside him with a blank expression. Rimuru observed the body of this clone and to his surprise he looked far older. As to earlier experience. His height certainly grew as he face became more feminine in appearance.

"Wow, I look massively different than previously. I am a total hottie now." Rimuru complimented himself before realizing the ridiculousness in his actions and stopping.

"Anyways, lets just get on with this."

With this signal, Rimuru began to finally break the [Unlimited Imprisonment] thus freeing Veldora and placing him inside this copy as a medium.

{Transferral Successful.} Raphael confirmed to Rimuru.

As the success of the progress had been confirmed by Raphael, the copy began to morph and change. Its body frame was becoming more masculine, its hair length shortened and was changing from its light blue to blonde. Its skin color was becoming more tanned. The clothes it was wearing had also changed, removing its shirt and replacing it with a mere cape without a shirt. Two marking formed next to each of the clones eye.

One thing was for certain, this was no longer a clone. But rather, one of the most powerful entities in the entire world.

"Kuahahahahahaha! It is I! Storm Dragon Veldora Tempest, has returned! Kuhahahahahaha!"

The Storm Dragon Veldora has finally been freed from his prison, ready to live anew side by side with his sworn brother.

"Yo Rimuru, you had actually went and surprised me." Veldora said as he approached Rimuru with his massive frame.

"Surprised with what?" He asked.

"Everything. You managed to break this seal in two years and even evolved into an Awakened Demon Lord. Then... YOU BECAME THE FIFTH TRUE DRAGON IN EXISTENCE!" Veldora shouted the last part.

"Oh.... You knew about that?" Rimuru spoke as he nervously scratched his cheek.

"Naturally, I saw it all transpire. It was quite the shock. But your power is incredible as of now."

Rimuru noticed Veldoras words, but held some doubt towards them.

'I cant be all that right?' Rimuru said towards himself. 'Its only my magicule count and all my stats have been boosted right?'

{Incorrect. Master has gained a total of four Ultimate Skills from his evolution.} Raphael explained. Causing Rimuru to be shocked inwardly, however his current facial expression showed exactly that.

'Five! What do you mean! Plus whats an Ultimate Skill, it sounds busted!'

{Ultimate Skills are the highest form a skill can achieve. It allows the user to comprehend and even control the laws of the world freely without restriction. And Master has four of them.} As this information was being processed, Rimuru was excited with how strong he has become. Its not something he would usually become excited about. But the possibilities were something that did excite him. He had his wish achieved, he had gained enough power to protect whats dear to him.

"Veldora, your going to need to tone down your aura if you are going to be staying in Tempest. If not alot of people will feel its effects and probably die from it. So I am gonna need you to try and restrain it." Rimuru asked Veldora.

"Oh, you mean like that?" Veldora answered with a sly smirk.

"Like wha-"

Before Rimuru could finish, Veldora had to what looked to be more like powering up. His golden aura being coated around him in a dragon ball like fashion. But to Rimurus surprise once again, it was the opposite of what it looked to be. His aura was actually decreasing instead of increasing.

With this time now freed up, Rimuru went to sit down so he could ask Raphael to go over these skills of his.

'Very well, Raphael please go over them.'

{Understood}

And so, Raphael began to go over each and every one of Rimuru's newly acquired Ultimate Skills and explaining them in thorough detail.

{Lastly, it may not be an Ultimate Skill, but it is a skill that can perform on an exceptional level to be able to rival an Ultimate Skill even though it is a Unique.} She explained, swiftly catching Rimuru's attention.

'Hm? Well what is it?' Rimuru asked with curiosity.

{It is called, [Chaos Control]. Its sub-skills are the following.

-Chaotic Sight: Allows the user to access a plethora of different magic eyes for different uses.

-Destruction: Allows the user to destroy nearly anything, including spiritrons.

-Havoc: Can alter the outcome of a positive event for an opponent into a negative event. Changing the likelihood for an unwanted success to zero. Usable once a day.

That is all.}

Raphael had explained. Rimuru found it somewhat useful, although more on the destructive nature, he didn't mind it. Not one bit. After these events, he was eligible to lose anything, but since this skill here was able to essentially effect probability, he simply wishes he had it prior.

Though, he could understand why this skill was said by Raphael to compete on an Ultimate level despite only being Unique in name. It was nearly absurd and he looked forward to what may happen if it becomes an Ultimate Skill.

"Yo Rimuru! I have completed your task! Kuhahahahaha!" Veldora bellowed followed by a hearty laugh.

Rimuru looked at Veldora for a second and noticed that he actually succeeded in his goal of neutralizing his aura down to a minimum. Though he figured it would take longer to achieve.

"Nice. But I have another favor to ask of you."

"Hm? What is it?" Veldora asked with curiosity.

"Fight me." Rimuru said. A neutral expression on his face. Making the atmosphere shift from friendly to a more serious nature. Veldora raised his eyebrow at the sudden shift in the tone Rimuru was exuding. It was nearly shocking as to how he could switch up so seamlessly. Causing Veldora to read the situation accurately and respond accordingly.

"Fight you? While I wouldn't mind fighting you, I must ask this... why?"

"During what had transpired earlier... I had come to the conclusion I have been far to lenient and careless to many situations. It only then dawned on me when I arrived back here to see the... lifeless bodies of my people." Rimuru said the last part quietly, in a hushed tone. Seemingly being far too painful a memory to want to keep.

"This entire time, I should have been figuring out how to become stronger. I am the leader of Tempest after all... a nation of monsters. Its natural that we would have enemies. So I should have been doing all I can to gain more strength to keep us safe."

"I can understand your reasoning Rimuru, but why fight me? You have gained quite alot power compared to when we first met."

"While that may be true... I cant simply fight without optimizing myself. This battle will be a training experience for me in many aspects. So do me this one favor... and fight me." Rimuru spoke with a determined expression. Clearly taking his words seriously. Veldora took notice of this and was proud. Even forming a smirk to show how proud he was of his best friends growth. Truly seeing a more proper leader before him.

"Kuhahahahaha! Very well! I shall fight you Rimuru! Do not hold back against me!" Veldora shouted in excitement. He had already known of Rimuru's growth as stated beforehand, but fighting him was something completely different. This isnt a Majin nor an Awakened Demon Lord. This was a True Dragon. One that might be either comparable or superior to Veldora in power. And the thought of fighting one, was enough to get Veldora roaring with excitement.

The two best friends took opposing stances, roughly 40 feet away from eachother. Both smirking in satisfaction, anticipation and excitement. Both wanting to test the fruits of their labor. Rimuru with his four Ultimate Skills and Veldora with his single newly acquired Ultimate Skill.

As such, the two sped off towards one another, the battle between two catastrophic beings had begun...