The Unleashed Power Within: Unraveling the Mastery of Raphael, the Ultimate Skill in That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime

Highlights

Rimuru Tempest has acquired a wide range of skills that help him in battle and everyday situations, with Raphael being the most used ultimate skill.

The Great Sage is an exceptional ability possessed by Rimuru that functions as a devoted aide, offering assistance in a multitude of tasks while requiring minimal mana consumption.

By means of the Harvest Festival, a leveling ceremony, the Great Sage undergoes a transformation and becomes the Ultimate Skill Raphael. This extraordinary power not only oversees and amplifies Rimuru's abilities but also evaluates adversaries and carries out intricate calculations.

Rimuru Tempest possesses an impressive range of skills, starting from the ability to effortlessly alter his body shape to the power to consume anything he desires. These skills not only aid him in battle but also prove invaluable in his daily life.

Among his many skills, the ultimate skill known as Raphael holds a prominent place. In fact, Rimuru relies heavily on Raphael out of all his available skills. What often goes unnoticed, however, is the incredible complexity and strength behind the Ultimate Skill Raphael. Therefore, it is essential to understand all the aspects of this extraordinary and overpowering skill.

It Is Actually Rimuru’s Reincarnated Skill

In the world of That Time I Got Reincarnated as A Slime, every person who is reincarnated receives unique skills upon arrival. Reincarnated individuals such as guild master Yuuki Kagurazaka, hero Masayuki Honjou, and holy knight Hinata Sakazuki are all blessed with distinctive skills in the new world. For Rimuru, this skill is known as the Great Sage.

The Great Sage is among a select few skills that not only possess the ability to speak, but also possess awareness. Its responses are limited and it has not yet developed a fully conscious mind. Think of it as an early version of an A.I. language model, similar to ChatGPT. Like ChatGPT, Rimuru can utilize the Great Sage to assist with various tasks. Whether it is navigating challenging terrain or optimizing the effectiveness of his other skills, the Great Sage acts as a loyal assistant capable of fulfilling Rimuru's every desire.

Furthermore, unlike other skills that can be toggled on and off, the Great Sage remains active at all times. Remarkably, the Great Sage requires minimal to no mana expenditure whatsoever. Despite constantly analyzing and providing invaluable support behind the scenes, Rimuru does not experience any detrimental effects from the continuous utilization of the Great Sage. This further exemplifies the extraordinary power and versatility of this skill.

From Unique Skill to Ultimate Skill

Amidst the invasion bid by the Kingdom of Falmuth, Rimuru performed a remarkable feat, annihilating a staggering count of over 20,000 soldiers single-handedly. Through this notable achievement, he has met the essential prerequisite for ascending to a significantly elevated existence. Consequently, Rimuru has the potential to undergo a transformative evolution into the pioneering demon lord slime, marking an unprecedented milestone. This momentous advancement is ceremonially referred to as the Harvest Festival.

During the procession, Rimuru lost consciousness and was forcefully put to sleep for a significant period. The leveling up ritual is comparable to a caterpillar entering a cocoon before transforming into a butterfly. The monsters Rimuru named also underwent the leveling up process. While Rimuru was unconscious, his body was controlled by his unique skill: The Great Sage. This sentient skill ensured the success of the Harvest Festival for both Rimuru and his brethren.

Interestingly, the Great Sage used this time to level up itself. The decision was made so that it could better serve its increasingly powerful master. Thus, the skill that had been with Rimuru since his reincarnation into this marvelous yet perilous world, the Unique Skill: Great Sage, finally evolved into the Ultimate Skill: Raphael "Lord of Wisdom".

One Skill To Rule Them All

Rimuru, one of the most influential individuals globally, possesses an extensive array of skills. Some of these skills, like Beelzebuth, are remarkably potent, while others are more practical, such as the ability to grow wings on his back. Additionally, he has the capacity to utilize his subordinates' abilities through the Soul Corridor. Furthermore, Rimuru can create novel skills, exemplified by his mastery of physics-based magic known as Megiddo. Consequently, Rimuru now possesses a vast arsenal of hundreds of skills.

However, despite attaining the status of a Demon Lord with unparalleled powers, Rimuru faces the challenge of recalling every detail of his numerous abilities and determining their optimal usage, particularly during intense combat. This is where the Ultimate Skill Raphael, also referred to as the "Lord of Wisdom," becomes invaluable. If the Unique Skill Great Sage can be likened to an earlier version of ChatGPT, then the Ultimate Skill Raphael serves as a more advanced iteration of Jarvis, the all-knowing A.I. assistant from the Iron Man movies. Notably, Raphael not only possesses enhanced speech capabilities but has also acquired true consciousness.

Like Jarvis, its primary role is to serve its master to the best of its abilities. This includes managing the skills of both Rimuru and his subordinates, analyzing opponents during live combat situations, and suggesting optimal actions. Additionally, it performs complex calculations behind the scenes, utilizing a tremendous amount of computational power. For example, it can manipulate Rimuru's mana to create intricate magic formulas, enhancing existing skills, attacks, and defense, or even developing entirely new skills and magic. In the light novel, there are instances where Raphael enhances the abilities of Rimuru's subordinates through the soul corridor, making them more effective and efficient. Essentially, Raphael is responsible for enabling Rimuru to achieve extraordinary feats that would typically be impossible for an ordinary being.