Myths Ancient and Modern: Western Gods Besiege the Old Earth God

The Old City God of West City accidentally defeated the Greek vanguard after misappropriating public property.

To avoid punishment, he had no choice but to claim that monsters had attacked.

Unexpectedly, not only did his superiors believe him, they also awarded him nearly five thousand merit points, ten for every head!

The Old City God of West City: "Well, I have to say, the monsters who showed up this time weren't much to speak of. And that awful yellow hair they dyed? Don't even get me started. It looked terrible!"

Local reporter: "What was going through your mind while you were fighting?"

The Old City God of West City: "Who wouldn't take free merit points?"

Local reporter: "Ahem, please remember, we're broadcasting live!"

The Old City God of West City: "Ahem. Slaying monsters and protecting the people in my territory is simply what every City God ought to do!"

Local reporter: "Do you know where these monsters came from?"

The Old City God of West City: "Probably some cave dwelling. Just look at those lousy..."

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.