Chapter 48: Pontiff!
Meanwhile...
The Pontiff, upon receiving the news, had a faint light flickering in his eyes, dancing in the candlelight.
Pontiff Dustin, leader of the world's largest religion, the Word of God, used it to unify humanity.
He possessed the Ruler skill [Temperance], allowing him to reincarnate with his memories intact.
Theoretically, as long as humanity survived, he was immortal. His philosophy was to save humanity, to ensure its continued existence in this world.
"Flamebright City... that seems to be a human city that follows the Goddess Religion..."
"Ah well, for the greater good of the human race, such details don't matter." He ordered his subordinates to go and support Flamebright City.
Although Flamebright City was a Goddess Religion stronghold, wiping out the Goddess Religion and saving humanity weren't mutually exclusive goals in his mind.
Humans were inherently fragile. If Flamebright City fell after a desperate defense, the news would send shockwaves throughout the entire human kingdom!
Those humans still clinging to a sliver of hope would likely have their spirits crushed instantly.
Conversely, if the Word of God could repel the spider army, it would surely attract many new followers.