# That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime 17
## Part I: The Expansion of Tempest Federation
- Rimuru's Leadership
- Strengthening alliances with neighboring nations
- Diplomatic strategies to ensure peace and prosperity
- Establishing new trade routes and economic policies
- New Allies and Enemies
- Introduction of powerful new characters
- Political tensions with the Holy Empire
- Threats from unknown forces lurking in the shadows
- Development of Tempest City
- Construction of new facilities and infrastructure
- Integration of diverse races and cultures
- Technological advancements driven by Rimuru’s innovations
## Part II: Internal Challenges
- Power Struggles Within the Federation
- Disagreements among council members
- Managing the balance between autonomy and central control
- Addressing grievances of minority groups within Tempest
- Personal Growth of Key Characters
- Shizu’s evolving role in the federation
- Benimaru’s leadership development
- Other core members stepping up to take on greater responsibilities
- Preparation for War
- Military training and mobilization
- Strategic planning against potential threats
- Securing resources and intelligence
## Part III: External Conflicts
- Clash with the Holy Empire
- Espionage and covert operations
- Large-scale battles and tactical maneuvers
- Unexpected betrayals and shifting alliances
- Unveiling Hidden Agendas
- Revelation of secret organizations manipulating events
- Discovery of ancient powers tied to Rimuru’s origins
- Confrontation with formidable adversaries
- Climactic Showdown
- Epic battle scenes showcasing unique abilities
- Sacrifices made by key characters
- Turning points that alter the course of the war
## Part IV: Resolution and Future Prospects
- Aftermath of the Conflict
- Rebuilding efforts in war-torn regions
- Healing wounds and fostering reconciliation
- Reflections on the cost of victory
- New Beginnings
- Establishment of a more unified world order
- Plans for future expansion and exploration
- Hints at upcoming challenges and adventures
- Character Arcs and Development
- Rimuru’s continued evolution as a leader
- Growth and transformation of supporting characters
- Foreshadowing of individual journeys yet to come
The hostile human nation of Falmuth staged a devastating attack on Tempest, the peaceful land of monsters. Now, in order to bring back the dead and protect the living, Rimuru is determined to become the most feared of beings: a Demon Lord. But this evolution comes at a terrible price, and the assailing humans will soon realize how poorly they’ve chosen their enemy…
In the aftermath of Rimuru’s ascension to Demon Lord, his friends and allies are taken aback by his newfound power, but even more shocked at the return of the dreaded Storm Dragon, Veldora. Meanwhile, the other Demon Lords are all too wary of Rimuru’s evolution, which upsets their delicate balance of power and seems to be a harbinger of greater struggles to come...