Talk:Darkness/@comment-24275788-20160324222206/@comment-27343892-20161020170535

Replying to this even though it seems to have died out for now:

First, Nabe doesn't have to prove anything. Momon is able to go toe to toe with Jaldaboth, seen as level 200+, that alone cements Darkness' place as Adamantite. She can pass herself off as a pure supporter and since it's already been stated publicly she can use 3rd tier magic (Master level, anything beyond this is extremely rare in NW), she's already on par with all but the best mages.

Second, comparing her to Evileye is silly as both hide their full ability from public view (Evileye doesn't want attention because dig too deep into her past to figure out how she achieved tier 5 and she's in trouble, while Nabe is simply supporting Momon and only uses her full ability if ordered to, as per Ainz' original orders in book 2). Bringing up Lakyus is reasonable, as she's publicly capable of Tier 5 Faith magic, but again, since she merely supports the almighty Momon, people aren't going to question Darkness' standing, and she herself has made it clear she doesn't care what anyone besides Momon thinks of her, so why would she show off?

Third, she's already got admirers in abundance, imagine if she had mages coming after her asking for lessons or advice? She's supposed to support Momon, do side stuff, and keep in touch with Nazarick. Too much attention will hinder her, especially since she could end up incinerating people if they annoy her too much if Momon's not around.

Fourth, just because it was publicly stated that she can cast tier 3, as you yourself said, most people will assume that as half a two-person Adamantite team, she can go higher. She doesn't need to prove that to anyone, it will likely be assumed. People aren't going to demand she shows them higher tier magic to believe she's worthy of Adamantite rank.

Finally, it's also widely believed that she's Momon's lover or servant, therefore where Momon goes, she follows. Since Momon by himself is beyond Adamantite (there's just no higher rank than that to show this), if anyone DOES have doubts that she's worthy of Adamantite on her own, it's shown that multiple Adamantite teams have individuals who would be lower ranked if they were solo but due to their teamwork they're ranked Adamantite AS A TEAM, so why wouldn't Nabe fall into this category if not considered worthy on her own?