The factory's central hall glowed with the soft light of many screens. Gentle clicks and cheerful voices filled the air as citizens tried their first games. Milim still sat at the large station, her laughter bright as she guided her warrior deeper into the crimson desert. The group around her watched with warm interest, sharing snacks and quick words of encouragement.
Rimuru stood a little apart, his deep golden eyes quiet and thoughtful. The sight of friends playing together stirred something deep inside him. He walked to an open PC, sat down, and let his fingers rest on the keyboard. The anime-girl AI greeted him gently. "Hello, Master Rimuru. What adventure shall we begin today?"
Rimuru smiled softly. "Show me Dota 2, please. It is a game from my old life."
The screen changed at once. The familiar menu of Dota 2 appeared, with its heroes, maps, and the promise of intense team battles. Rimuru's expression grew gentle as memories returned. In his previous world, before becoming a slime, he had been Satoru Mikami. Late nights after work, he would sit at his computer, choose a hero, and lose himself in the strategy and teamwork of the arena. The thrill of a well-timed ultimate, the satisfaction of a perfect team fight, the quiet joy of playing with strangers who became friends for a single match—all of it came back clearly.
"I remember this," he said quietly, voice full of fondness. "The arena where five heroes fight together against another five. Every move matters. Communication, timing, trust. It taught me lessons I still use today."
Veldora stood beside him, listening with calm respect. He relayed Takumi's warm thought. "Takumi says Dota 2 was one of the games that helped him through tough days too. The strategy and teamwork feel like leading a nation in miniature. Would you like to play a match now, Rimuru? We can join you."
Milim looked up from her desert adventure, eyes sparkling. "Dota 2? That sounds like a big team fight! I want to join! Can I be the hero who throws lightning and runs super fast?"
Ramiris floated closer, already excited. "Me too! I will pick the tiny hero who shoots arrows and makes everyone laugh when they lose."
Gobta pulled up a chair quickly. "I will be the big strong one who smashes towers! We can win together, Lord Rimuru!"
Shuna sat at the next station with gentle grace. "I will choose a support hero who heals and protects. It feels right to help everyone stay strong."
Gabiru straightened proudly. "A battle of strategy and courage? Count me in. I shall lead the charge like a true warrior."
Benimaru took a seat with focused calm. "I will handle mid lane and call out enemy movements. Coordination will decide the match."
Diablo appeared silently and chose a precise carry role. "I will secure the late game. Every decision must be flawless."
Souei materialized without sound and selected a roaming ganker. "I will strike from the shadows and create openings."
Veldora sat last, his mature presence steady. "Takumi and I will play together. Our combined insight will strengthen the team."
Rimuru created the lobby. The AI voice announced cheerfully, "Team Tempest has entered Dota 2. Matchmaking complete. You are on the Radiant side. Good luck, heroes."
The game loaded. Five heroes appeared on the radiant side of the map, ready for battle. Rimuru chose a versatile mid laner he remembered fondly. "I will take the middle lane. Let us communicate clearly and trust each other."
The match began. Towers stood tall, creeps marched forward, and the arena came alive. Milim's hero dashed into the jungle, lightning crackling around her. "I got the first camp! Look how fast I clear it!"
Ramiris's tiny archer shot arrows from safety. "I am supporting from behind! My arrows are small but they add up!"
Gobta's tank charged the lane, smashing creeps. "I will hold the front! Come at me!"
Shuna's support hero cast gentle heals and protective shields. "Everyone stay safe. My magic will keep you strong."
Gabiru's warrior pushed aggressively. "For glory! We take this tower together!"
Benimaru coordinated from mid. "Enemy gank incoming from the river. Fall back and counter."
Diablo's carry farmed safely, building items with perfect timing. "The late game will be ours if we hold now."
Souei vanished into the fog and reappeared behind an enemy, striking silently. "One down. The path is open."
Rimuru moved his hero with calm precision, landing skill shots that turned fights. A team battle erupted near the river. Heroes clashed in bright flashes. Rimuru called the timing. "Now! Focus the carry!" The group struck as one. Victory music played as the enemy team fell.
Milim cheered loudly. "We won the fight! That felt just like protecting Tempest. My heart is racing!"
Ramiris giggled. "My arrows helped so much! Teamwork is the best part."
Gobta pumped his fist. "I blocked everything! We are unstoppable together!"
Shuna smiled softly. "Healing you all while you fought was wonderful. It reminds me how we support each other every day."
Gabiru laughed with pride. "A grand battle! The strategy feels like real command. I learn much from this."
Benimaru nodded. "The coordination was excellent. We can apply these lessons to real operations."
Diablo's voice stayed smooth. "Precision wins the game, just as it wins in life."
Souei gave a small nod. "The shadows worked perfectly. Good teamwork."
Rimuru leaned back slightly, a gentle smile on his face. "Playing again after so long feels nostalgic. In my old life, these matches helped me relax and think clearly. Now it brings me closer to all of you. Thank you, Takumi, for making this possible."
Veldora relayed Takumi's warm reply. "Takumi says your play style is exactly as he remembered from the stories you told him. Calm, strategic, and always thinking of the team. He is happy the factory lets you enjoy it again."
The match continued with lively energy. Milim dashed through the jungle, Ramiris sniped from afar, and the whole team moved like a single unit. Laughs rose when someone made a funny mistake, and cheers followed every successful play. The AI voice offered kind tips when needed. "Your team synergy is excellent. The next objective is ready."
As the game reached its climax, the group pushed toward the enemy ancient. Rimuru called the final timing. "All together now!" Heroes converged in a bright, coordinated assault. The ancient exploded in victory light. "Team Tempest wins!"
Milim jumped up, arms raised high. "We did it! That was the most fun ever! Dota 2 is perfect for us. The fights feel big and important, but we win because we trust each other."
Ramiris spun in delight. "Let us play again right now! I want to try a different hero next time."
Gobta grinned widely. "Best game ever! We should make a regular tournament for the whole federation."
Shuna's voice was soft and happy. "The teamwork reminded me how we all support Lord Rimuru every day. Games like this strengthen our bonds even more."
Gabiru stood tall. "I will bring my tribe to learn this. Strategy, courage, and friendship in one arena."
Benimaru's sharp gaze held approval. "We can record matches for training. The lessons are clear and useful."
Diablo inclined his head. "A fine balance of fun and discipline. The factory continues to prove its worth."
Souei gave a rare, quiet smile. "The shadows were effective. Good team."
Rimuru looked at his friends with deep satisfaction. "This is exactly what I hoped for. Dota 2 brings back memories of my old life, but now it creates new ones with all of you. Takumi's gift has given us more than machines. It has given us shared joy."
Veldora placed a steady hand on Rimuru's shoulder. "Takumi feels the same happiness seeing you play. The multiplayer mode was made for moments like this."
The group lingered at the stations, already planning the next match. Laughter and quick strategy talk filled the air. The factory hummed with life, its screens glowing like windows to new arenas where friends fought, laughed, and grew together.
Outside, the Petronas Twin Towers stood tall and shining. The Night Market floor waited nearby with its warm lights. Inside, however, a new kind of connection had deepened. Rimuru's old memories had come alive again, and through Dota 2 they became part of Tempest's shared story.
Milim grinned at the screen as she started another lobby. "One more match! This time I want to try the hero who controls time. Let us see what Team Tempest can do next!"
The golden arena waited once more, full of strategy, teamwork, and the simple joy of playing together. The fiber lines carried their adventures smoothly across the federation, and the second server kept every game safe and ready for the next exciting round.
Rimuru smiled softly. "Games like this remind us why we build and protect. They bring light to our days and strength to our bonds."
The factory continued to welcome more visitors, its screens glowing with possibility. Team Tempest's gaming spirit had opened another bright chapter, one filled with laughter, strategy, and the warmth of friends fighting side by side.