The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)! Episode 2: Episode 2

The young man, Hibiki, finds himself in a bustling town, a world away from his ordinary life. His school uniform, a stark contrast to the medieval attire, immediately marks him as an outsider. Emaria, an elf woman, quickly provides him with a cloak, an attempt to blend him into this unfamiliar landscape. His surprise at her gesture is palpable, a clear indication of his sudden displacement.

Emaria presents a shimmering purple crystal, instructing Hibiki to sell it for new clothes. She claims it is worth at least 200 gold coins, enough for weapons and armor. Hibiki, in his chibi form, calculates this to be an immense fortune in yen, while a menacing, chibi Emaria glows behind him, revealing her shrewd nature. She then warns him to be careful with his words, as others might exploit his naivete.

Inside a bustling guild hall, Hibiki and Emaria encounter the 'Silver Wing' adventurers, who mock Hibiki as a newcomer. Emaria defends him, though her words carry a dismissive tone, suggesting she views him as a junior companion. The leader of the 'Silver Wing' offers a wink of reassurance to Hibiki, a fleeting moment of camaraderie in a place of strangers. These initial interactions paint a clear picture of Hibiki's low standing.

In a private room, Emaria and Hibiki meet Jewel, the receptionist, and Balthus, the hulking guild master. Balthus, a man of impressive physique, flexes his muscles with immense pride, tearing his shirt in the process. Hibiki is struck with wide-eyed admiration, comparing Balthus's physique to a god. This uninhibited display and Hibiki's sincere awe offer a moment of lighthearted wonder.

Amidst the chaos of Hibiki's awe, Emaria turns her attention to the crystal, negotiating its price with Balthus. She masterfully inflates the value, using a faulty calculation that Hibiki immediately recognizes as incorrect. She corners Balthus, leveraging other guilds and his own lack of budgetary knowledge. Jewel, observing, wryly informs Balthus that the overpayment will come from his salary, a satisfying moment of comeuppance.

Balthus, utterly defeated, watches Jewel deduct the inflated sum from his salary, a humiliating, yet deserved, consequence. Emaria then invites Hibiki to form a party with her, a proposition he joyfully accepts. Her excitement, as she declares it her 'first party,' is both endearing and surprising, given her earlier calculated demeanor. Their agreement is a tentative step into partnership.

Hibiki, left alone, is informed by 'Status Support-san' that his 'Tutorial Level 1' is complete. He learns this 'tutorial' is a divine skill, granted to those with low survival rates. The voice reveals itself to be God, supporting him, though their interaction is laced with dry humor. This divine assistance is short-lived, however, as God's guidance ends with the completion of the tutorial.

A designated request from her homeland forces Emaria to leave town immediately, unable to take Hibiki with her. He realizes she was his 'guide,' a role she now relinquishes. She reassures him, however, providing him with a map to an inn and promising they will meet again. Their farewell is brief, marked by a comical moment where Hibiki points out her undone shirt button.

Alone in his inn room, Hibiki grapples with his new reality, the discharged phone a symbol of his severed ties. He contemplates his purpose, knowing he cannot reveal his true origins. Turning to his skills, he unlocks the 'Medical Book,' a complex skill requiring a lengthy and painful 'reading' process. He bravely endures the knowledge transfer, determined to gain a useful ability.

Days later, a reinvigorated Hibiki, now equipped with new clothes and the Medical Book skill, enters the guild hall. The doors burst open, and the 'Silver Wing' party members stumble in, gravely injured. Their leader pleads for help, revealing that Silver Wolf is bleeding out from a poisoned wound. Jewel explains that Balthus is absent, leaving them without their primary healer.

With Silver Wolf fading, Hibiki springs into action, activating his Medical Book skill. It quickly diagnoses 'Dielith's Poison,' requiring powerful healing magic beyond his current MP. He discovers he can 'Contract' with others to pool their MP. Despite the initial confusion, the 'Silver Wing' members and Jewel agree, sacrificing their energy to give Hibiki the power to cast 'Hyper Cure' and 'Perfect Heal,' saving Silver Wolf's life.

Hibiki, exhausted but successful, is praised for his quick thinking, though he insists it was a collective effort. Jewel reveals Silver Wolf is her brother, Jade, further solidifying their bond. She warns Hibiki that his unique skills will attract unwanted attention, suggesting he hire a bodyguard. The episode ends with a glimpse of a menacing wolf and a scared girl, hinting at future dangers and the ongoing mysteries of this world.