Episode Hephaestus (エピソード・ヘファイストス) is a special short story given to those who purchased volume 3 of DanMachi in Gamers.
Summary[]
Hephaestus was known by several titles. However, all of them praised her extraordinary skills as a craftswoman and her strong character, but none spoke of her femininity. In fact, not only had the notion that she was an "ikemen (handsome man)" been firmly established among the Gods, but it had spread among the mortals and been accepted by them.
Standing in front of the full-length mirror in her office, Hephaestus told herself that she didn't care what others thought of her as she recalled the words of her friends. During a party the day before, Demeter had told her that it would be a waste if she didn't try to be prettier, a comment that the drunken Hestia and Miach had agreed with.
Incited by her curiosity and femenine side, Hephaestus examined her figure in the mirror before striking a pose with her index finger on her cheek and a big smile, calling herself "Phai-tan".
Just then Welf walked into her office. However, the young blacksmith was left speechless as the blood drained from his face at the sight. He quickly looked away and closed the door, apologizing for barging in. With tears in her eye, Hephaestus went after her dependent.
If the other Gods had been watching, they would definitely have unanimously agreed that that was adorable.
Characters[]
- Hephaestus
- Demeter (flashback)
- Hestia (flashback)
- Miach (flashback)
- Welf Crozzo
Translation[]
- Translation Blog (credits to Elschlumpfo)