Memory of Chaos: Aura Bella Fiora

Memory of Chaos: Aura Bella Fiora was a character scenario released in Mass for the Dead, featuring the character Aura Bella Fiora.

Episode 1: Guardian Of The Forest
On the 6th Floor of the Great Tomb of Nazarick, under the night sky the area is filled vast forests that was once full of many creatures. However ever since the appearance of the Crack s no beasts roam the forests. Aura Bella Fiora with her brother Mare Bello Fiore has been working to eliminate the trees around the anomaly, to improve its visibility for the defenders of Nazarick. Now that he obstacle has been removed, a squad of undead have been placed to cordon the area. Despite the new security measure, AUra wonders if the system could be improved upon, which Mare states it could be if they drive the Chaos Beast s to the forests and thin them out, though they are working without Aura's command system, as all her beasts were killed when Nazarick first transferred to the New World. Aura laments they having her pets back would be a big help as more operations for Nazarick are expanding. Mare suggests that she ask Momonga to be allowed to go outside to acquire new animals for Nazarick, but the female elf scoffs at the idea as she feels that she is still needed in the dungeon especially with the dangers of the Cracks.

The two are joined at the Amphitheater by Momonga and Albedo, who they welcome. Aura reports to her master that surveillance and security of the Crack was successful as planned by Albedo and Demiurge. Though Momonga's visit is a surprise and Aura asks if there is anything urgent. Momonga as it turns out has a personal question for her specifically and asks the group to move outside in the forest. As the grop enters the forest, Momonga notices that the arrangement of the trees is like maze, which Mare states was made so to prevent the Chaos Beasts from escaping out into the floor and pick them off at dead ends. The Overlord deems their work acceptable and ingenious as they maximize the use of nature against their enemies. When they come to a clearing the group takes an opportunity to look at the beautiful night sky. Momonga is especially entranced by the scene remembering the words of Blue Planet and his appreciation for nature. It also gives him solace that even in a devastated Nazarick, there is a place with such beauty to allow some time to recovery. Aura tells her master he is free to come and visit whenever he likes much to his pleasure.

The Supreme One then gets back on the main subject and gives Albedo approval to explain the situation to the two dark elves. From the perspective of Nazarick's defense, the current top priority is to restore equipment, deal with the Cracks, and efficiently monitor them. To deal with the Cracks, a defense operation is being set up under the leadership of the Demiurge, and setting up Chaos Beast eradication units centered on the undead and Shalltear Bloodfallen, and a militant unit to support them. The initial crisis is over. In addition, when it comes to equipment restoration, Albedo is struggling to respond flexibly to decide on priorities. That being said, there is little definitive information on the Cracks, and an absolute lack of resources for serious reconstruction. But there is an urgent need to reinforce personnel who can act flexibly in terms of both defense and reconstruction. Under such circumstances, Albedo recommended that Aura and Mare should play a very important role which Momonga agrees. However he notes that for Aura it might be a bit challenging for her. Noting the empty forest, devoid animals, Momonga understands that there used to be many monsters and beasts in this forest. And recalls a time when there were various footsteps, noises, eyes, etc. that defined the natural appearance of what a forest should be. But now there are only plants in this forest, and its clean and silent air. Now only one word stands out, the forest is dead.

Aura is sadden to hear this and admits that this to be true. Ever since she had been revived and came back to her floor it has been empty. Momonga does not blame her for her pets death, but offers her an opportunity to replenish her subordinates. Aura is surprised by the offer, though thinks that it might be selfish as Albedo said much work needs to be done. The Overlord points out that he came to Aura personally to show that this was a serious matter, and believes that to for Nazarick's sake it was in their best interest to restore her power as a Beast Tamer. Beside it is not as if she will be away from Nazarick fro a prolonged amount of time as a set period will be given to her to allow her time to acquire new beasts in the outside world. And once again he asks Aura if she would like to acquire new subordinates, and this time Aura accepts, formally asking permission to leave the dungeon. Pleased Momonga tells her that he hopes to see her true potential as a Beast Tamer, and reminds her not to take risks while outside. Now that they finished their discussion the group then heads back to the Amphitheater.

Episode 2: Conditions For Going Out
Back at the Amphitheater, Momonga breaks down the conditions for going out Nazarick and replenishing her subordinates. Next he goes over that Aura should have as much strength as possible as there might be unknown dangers outside the tomb. If she were to come across creatures that would be unworthy subordinates that she cannot handle he advises her to withdraw without hesitation to avoid conflict. To prepare her for her mission, Momonga summons five Skeleton Warrior s for Aura to spar with, but then summons an additional five more as Aura states she can handle it. After the fight Aura has did quite a work out, though Albedo thinks the fight was too easy and another challenge is called by Aura to prove herself. Momonga then summons a Death Knight for her to try and restrain. In the end she succeeds, managing to menially damage it.

Aura asks of this proves she is ready, but Momonga still has one more test and summons a Nazarick Master Guarder. When asks to fight the high-ranking undead in a time fight, while the enemy is not that strong, Aura feels that it won't be easy fight. Momonga states that is a good analysis and asks if she wants to concede. The Floor Guardian realizes that this is another test so she wants to continue. Momonga offers her a phrase that "one arrow breaks quickly, but three arrows don't break easily". Aura gets the gist of the phrase as it would be an easy fight if she had help, but is unable to as all her subordinates are dead. Momonga reminds her that she has Mare still. And tells her that a battle is not determined by the number of soldiers, but by whether they are united. Seeing his point Aura invites Mare to join her in battle against the Nazarick Master Guarder. The two work together in battle and through coordination, Mare's uses [Twine Plant] to restrict the undead's movements while Aura attacks. The battle continues with neither side giving in until Momonga calls off the battle as he was satisfied to see that the two elves have enough power to compete with a top undead. Since they have passed his test, Momonga allows Aura to go outside the tomb but advises not to stray too far. In addition he asks Mare to escort his sister outside for additional support. There floor in the meantime would be secured by Albedo. The two elves are happy and congratulate each other on their success as the Overlord looks upon at their glee with pride.

Episode 3: First Tame
Outside Nazarick Aura went out with Mare with a mixture of excitement and some anxiety. Before the head out Mare has a [Message] for Aura from Momonga. Momonga on the magical line of communication wants to confirm that Aura and Mare will tame the beasts in the grasslands around Nazarick. And if they are injured or feel endanger to return immediately. He adds that from his view using the Mirror of Remote Viewing, the grasslands appear safe mostly thanks to Demiurge's subordinates' security guard net. Still he also informs them that he has spotted some slimes and wolves in range of the grasslands. There is a forest nearby and shows some evidence of creatures like ogres, but other than that there is no information of anything that could be a threat. Going by this information the grasslands should be a perfect place for a first tame. Aura tells her master not to worry as she will be careful and use her detection skills and Mare's detection skills to keep an eye on their surroundings. Since its almost sunset, night will soon follow they would have an opportunity to meet some potential beasts.

After communicating with Momonga, Aura and Mare watch the sun dip into the horizon. Soon night falls, and the two find themselves in the grasslands where they spot a pack of wolves. And to its west there is another pack along with a group of slimes. This confirms to what Momonga told them. Given the two groups of beasts, Aura decides to focus her attention first on the wolf pack first and asks Mare to support her from afar. Together the two manage to subdue the pack and prevent them from escaping. Aura now asserts her authority over the wolves who see that resisting her is impossible. Aura then calls Mare over to heal all four wolves, and tells her new pets that so long as they obey her everything will be fine. Once the wolves are healed she orders them to go fetch the other pack for her. Mare states she must be happy to get new subordinates, though Aura is disappointed as they are too weak, but that cannot be helped in terms of the standard of this world. But on the upside it allows her to gain scouts that know the area and also won't draw too much suspicion. Mare states that to be true as with her old pet Fenn, those who would see him would most likely hide. The mention of Fenn though causes Aura to miss his presence which Mare apologizes. Aura states that it's okay as she is over it and is focused on regaining her strength to help Nazarick. The elf soon spots the wolves returning with the other wolf pack in tow.

Episode 4: Operation With Wolves
At the edges of the Great Forest of Tob, Aura after succeeding in her forts tame in this new world decides to scout the area for any new beasts to acquire. The forest though is bigger than Aura expected and even with her detection skills, she still can't process the entire area. Face with an obstacle Aura wonders if they should return back to Nazarick, but thinks may it would be better to have her wolves explore and report back to her so she can test them. Aura gives the order for her pack of wolves rushes to go into the forest. They are followed from behind by Aura and Mare. Along the way the elves come across many slimes hiding in the trees which they slay. Aura finds that she is unable to communicate with them and thus unable to tame them. Since they were able to gain a few new subordinate while in the forest, Aura decides that the group should head back home so as to relieve Albedo from her watch of the 6th Floor.

Before they go, a howling is heard through the woods at 3 o'clock. Mare thinks that there is another wolf pack nearby and that they should check it out. To Aura the howl sounded weird but agrees. When they find the source of the howl, the pack of wolves they discover appear to have turned into Contaminated Beast s. The beasts are feral and even with Aura's power she cannot tame them. Seeing that they need to be put down for their own good, Aura tells her companions to kill hem. The contaminated wolves are destroyed but a few of Aura wolves seem disheartened by the act. Aura comforts it, telling the canine that it was not at fault for this. Though they have yet to fully understand one another Aura promises that they will work on it together, cheering the beast up. Mare comments that it was like watching her with Fenn again, which Aura states that it did as the group return back to Nazarick.

Episode 5: Bonds With Subordinates
At the Round Table Room, Aura and Mare report to Momonga on their successful mission and the details they witnessed while outside Nazarick. To Momonga he finds they the pair did a great achievement. It may be true that the beasts they acquired lacked strength, compared to more powerful demon beasts, they still could be useful in understanding this new world. Plus they could be used in adding a layer to the security net and reduce Demiurge's burden. As for their encounter with the Contaminated Beasts, he finds that Aura being unable to tame them to be noteworthy. It draws some question on the reason why Aura couldn't tame them, perhaps due to their uncontrolled bloodlust or violence. But also there are questions on whether the contamination could be cured using mental control or even enchantment. These thoughts are put aside for now as Momonga wants to see the power of Aura, to demonstrated her true character as a beast tamer. Another mock combat session is in order.

The group return to the Amphitheater where they are welcomed by Albedo who has been maintaining vigilance on the floor. After the pleasantries are done, Momonga summons three Skeleton Warriors, a Death Knight and a Nazarick Master Guarder. He has Aura and her new wolves face off against them to prove their ability. Under Aura's command, the pack of wolves draws the attention of the skeletons and warriors, pulling them away from the front. They lead them to Aura who uses and attack skill to eliminate the entirety of the Skeleton Warriors. The Death Knight is soon followed as its movements have been restricted by the wolves who attack in on all sides. Aura then concentrates herself on fighting the Nazarick Master Guarder. The group-to-group mock battle was about to reach its climax when Momonga orders the fighting to cease as the demonstration had exceeded his expectations.

Aura happy to hear such praise from Momonga thanks her wolves, promising them that they will continue training so that they can even be more useful. Watching the animals interact with Aura, Momonga feels relieved that the forests on the 6th Floor will become lively once more, and that Blue Planet would be proud to see it happen. Momonga continued to watch over Aura, who renewed her determination, with a particularly warm eye.

Trivia

 * This character scenario was released alongside the Memory of Chaos: Sebas Tian, Memory of Chaos: Pandora's Actor, Memory of Chaos: Mare Bello Fiore, Memory of Chaos: Cocytus, Memory of Chaos: Demiurge, Memory of Chaos: Shalltear Bloodfallen, Memory of Chaos: Albedo, and Memory of Chaos: Momonga.