Although the attack power added by 'weapons' usually does not increase the inherent strength of the Magic Guide Spirit itself, this is what is known as panel data.
When the [Mechanical Commander] slashed with full force holding the [Extreme Giant Core Split Blade], its attack power could reach the peak of 3000.
The [Extreme Giant Core Split Blade] was a Guandao with an extremely long handle. Along the spine of the blade, a groove flowed with scorching magma, while the edge maintained a state of high-speed vibration capable of easily tearing through steel!
When holding the [Extreme Giant Core Split Blade] reversed, it suddenly gained an aura unique to a swordsman, shedding some of the dullness typical of Mechanical Species.
As the Ditto continued its pursuit, the [Mechanical Commander] swung the [Extreme Giant Core Split Blade], slashing forward like a whirlwind!
The Ditto, with a defense as high as 2400, had its metal surface torn apart easily, like slicing tofu!
"Shua!"
Ditto's spring leg was forcibly severed! It was instantly left with only one leg, unable to stand.
However, a trace of cunning flashed in its eyes. Its entire massive body lunged fiercely at the [Mechanical Commander], using the momentum of Mt. Tai crushing down to thoroughly unleash its final residual heat!
"Boom!"
The [Mechanical Commander], having just swung its blade and unable to retract it in time, was directly pinned down by Ditto! Its Mana, which was already running low, was directly crushed by this forceful press!
→ Literally "shattered"!
The [Mechanical Commander]'s head rolled off, reverting to [Mechanical Component · Core].
Its arms also fell off, reverting to [Mechanical Component · Extreme].
Its legs separated from the sphere below the waist, reverting to [Mechanical Component · Split].
What remained last was [Mechanical Component · Giant]!
One 1-star, three 2-stars. Although each one was battered and had little Mana left, they were indeed still alive. They were existences that could serve as tributes!
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From the [Mechanical Commander] with 3000 attack points, it collapsed in an instant. Yet, Elsie Kevin showed no panic whatsoever.
Under the gaze of the crowd, he drew a Magic Guide Card from his hand, held it upright in front of him, and quickly began performing a Sacrificial Summon! The disintegration of the [Mechanical Commander] was completely within his expectations. Using this to summon a new, full-mana, second-tier Magic Guide Spirit was his main objective!
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At this moment, Dark also held two new Magic Guide Cards drawn in the fifth round. One was [Pride I], and the other was [Popplio]!
With [Popplio], it meant he could already perform a Sacrificial Summon for a second-tier, 4-star Magic Guide Spirit. He looked at the 2-star Eevee in the field, preparing to use it as a tribute to summon [Sylveon]!
Although Sylveon's attributes were countered by the Steel-type, its unique agility was more suitable for the dueling arena than [Miltank]. Moreover, if it was just basic attacks, it wouldn't be affected by the so-called "attribute disadvantage."
Although Senior Kevin seemed to focus on Steel-types, he hadn't released any Steel-type skills yet. Most importantly, of course, was that Miltank's attack was... too low!
Steadfast defense is a tactic. But he now wanted to switch from defense to offense!
A little over three seconds later, he successfully summoned [Popplio]. When the cute little sea lion appeared in the Red Side summoning zone, signs of Elsie Kevin's Sacrificial Summon also appeared. Three of the Mechanical Components began to glow!
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On the commentary platform.
Wilson took a good while to come back to his senses. He looked at the fragmented Mechanical Components and the Ditto that had gone silent after falling, then suddenly noticed the three glowing Mechanical Components. His heart moved instantly.
"One 1-star, two 2-stars... It's a second-tier, 5-star Magic Guide Spirit!"
"It seems Contestant Elsie Kevin has not fallen into a disadvantage. Or rather, was everything within his expectations?"
"When Contestant Dark Demon's Magic Beast collapsed from exhaustion, who can stop the footsteps of a 5-star Magic Guide Spirit?"
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"A mere 5-star."
Angelia sat in the ring-shaped belt, a closed book resting on her knees. After her match ended, she had come straight here and found a suitable spot to watch.
The intensity of this match exceeded her expectations. She originally thought her estimation was high enough, but she didn't expect the level of the two on the field to be even higher. Whether it was Dark Demon, who had defeated her, or Elsie Kevin, the winner of the previous Crimson Star, both were powerhouses transcending their grade level.
But throughout the duel so far, while Elsie Kevin appeared to have the initiative on the surface, anyone with a discerning eye could see that Dark Demon had been sitting firmly on the fishing platform—he was likely the one with the true advantage.
As for the so-called "5-star Magic Guide Spirit"... She had summoned the 6-star [Overlord Gorilla] back then, and hadn't she still lost?
"If it's really just a 5-star, I'm afraid it won't even be able to beat that cat!"
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Various people. Various speculations. The atmosphere in the gaps between actions was also unusually intense.
Elsie Kevin completed his Sacrificial Summon before Dark! The three Mechanical Components turned into light and rose, converging in the air with the light shooting from the Magic Guide Card, forming a mysterious and complex sacrificial summoning array.
A pure 5-star Magic Guide Spirit made its grand entrance!
"Awooo~"
Its height when standing upright surely exceeded 2.5 meters. More than half of its body was covered in a mechanical shell. The steel claws on its left hand were terrifyingly huge. On its right shoulder, it carried a sprayer bristling with tubes. The parts of its body other than the machinery were dark and decaying, emitting a faint scent of rot.
This Cyborg Werewolf made people shudder as soon as it appeared!
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[Card Name: Cyborg Werewolf]
[Type: Spirit Card]
[Level: ?????]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel-type]
[Mana: 1500]
[Attack: 2300]
[Defense: 1200]
[Ultimate Move: Iron Chain Steel Claw, Oil Bomb Spray]
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"An undead originating from the Skaven Empire, breaking through the barriers of history to reappear in the world! Contestant Elsie Kevin's Cyborg Werewolf will show us the final terror of the ancient empire!"
Wilson's commentary rang out in time, acting like narration subtitles.
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Robert, sitting alone in the ring-shaped belt, suddenly had his eyelids twitching wildly, unable to stop himself from thinking of his own Cyborg Ratman! A Magic Guide Spirit originating from the same history. Could it serve as a reference for his series?
He couldn't help but focus his attention, watching the battle even more seriously.
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The paper data of the Cyborg Werewolf was even stronger than the "7-star" [Mechanical Commander]. Being a genuine Purple Card with two skills, it was considered a rare category. But after summoning it, Elsie Kevin continued to silently count the cooldown time, preparing for the next summon.
He checked the field in the interval and saw that the first-year student opposite him had also begun a Sacrificial Summon! That cute little sea lion and another even cuter Magic Beast turned into light at the same time.
Dark Demon once again displayed a summoning speed completely unlike a first-year student. Emerging from the sacrificial summoning array was a Magic Guide Spirit that combined cuteness and beauty. Its floating ribbons and lithe, graceful body made it catch the eye like a dancer.
Sylveon, take the stage!
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Sylveon, appearing for the first time, gave a soft cry, feeling slightly troubled. That Cyborg Werewolf opposite, looking like an undead, was not in the category of things it was good at dealing with. Its three skills: [Charming Body], [Alluring Voice], and [Moon Power]. I'm afraid not a single skill would be effective against it.
But the Master's task must be completed even if it meant gritting its teeth. Even if it was destined to become a tribute for summoning [Gatomon], it had to endure with tears in its eyes.
"Wuu wuu wuu~"
...
Sylveon, who was performing the play—"The Melancholy of a Beautiful Girl," suddenly jerked its head up, noticing a white light falling above the Cyborg Werewolf. Subsequently, a set of shining silver metal armor was equipped on its body.
Its Defense value, originally only 1200, instantly increased to 1500! This slightly made up for its fragility in defense.
Before Sylveon could wipe its tears and complain, another beam of white light fell less than seven seconds later. On the Cyborg Werewolf's right hand, a crimson claw glove, even more terrifying than the steel claws on its left hand, appeared! Its attack power rose by 300 points because of this!
From a full 2300 attack power, it broke through the top tier of 5-stars and reached the realm of 2600!
"Mi!" (Cheater!)
Sylveon was angry!
"Mi yo mi!" (Sylveon wants a little dress too, Sylveon wants gloves too!)
While others thought Sylveon was frightened by the Cyborg Werewolf's full armament, only Dark touched his eyes and smiled wryly. He had no choice but to promise, "When I learn Weapon Refinement, I'll find a way to get you a set..."
Only then did Sylveon unfurrow its brows and leap up lightly. The Magic Guide Spirits of both sides charged fiercely toward the center line! 4-star battling 5-star!
...
But the exciting collision everyone loved to see did not happen. Sylveon couldn't possibly be stupid enough to trade blows with a fully armed Cyborg Werewolf. It made good use of its own advantages, circling and kiting within a small area, displaying extremely strong agility.
The Cyborg Werewolf's originally decaying body was already not nimble enough; putting on thick metal armor made maneuvering even harder. The probing of the first contact passed in a flash.
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"Tick-tock!"
The sixth round arrived. Dark recited silently in his heart, his right hand swiping fiercely, and two new Magic Guide Cards entered his hand!
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[Pride II]
[Gatomon]
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The arrival of the second [Pride II] made Dark feel a trace of helplessness. But the appearance of [Gatomon] could be called timely rain! He just swept his gaze over it, then jerked his head up to refocus on the arena.
The confrontation between Sylveon and the Cyborg Werewolf was not affected by the round switch. It even became more intense! After the initial probing, Elsie Kevin issued a command on the spot: "Cyborg Werewolf, Oil Bomb Spray!"
The Cyborg Werewolf, which was just performing "Magical Circling" with Sylveon, stopped instantly. A pulsation came from inside the container connected to the sprayer on its shoulder, emitting a sound like boiling water rolling.
Sylveon pricked up its ears, vigilance rising, and retreated sharply. But the Cyborg Werewolf did not aim the sprayer at it; instead, it suddenly fired into the sky!
Under everyone's gaze.
"Pfft pfft pfft!"
Oil bombs were sprayed into the sky like fireworks balls one by one. Then they exploded violently in the air! Black oil emitting a foul stench fell like rain, covering a huge range.
Sylveon carefully dodged the smelly oil, but the space under its feet became smaller and smaller, and it was still forced to step on the black oil. Its expression became increasingly stiff. Thinking, why does such a disgusting skill exist in this world? Being polluted by this oil bomb is worse than being killed by a knife!
As the oil bombs continued to spray, the field gradually flowed full of black oil. Sylveon stepped on the oil-filled ground; its four paw pads couldn't grip the surface at all. Its slender limbs slid apart to the sides, and it had to tense up forcefully just to stand steady. It realized its agility advantage was completely gone!
"Mi yo!"
Sensing the crisis, Sylveon couldn't help looking back at its master on the player platform, letting out a soft cry.
Dark also froze for a moment. The Cyborg Werewolf's [Oil Bomb Spray] looked like it should be an Ultimate Move to assist Fire-type skills, but in the absence of Fire-type skills right now, it seemed to display another layer of utility.
And this utility happened to counter him greatly. Among his main forces, led by Gatomon and supplemented by the various Eevees, all were petite, agile Magic Guide Spirits with extremely high mobility. And relying on their high IQ far surpassing ordinary Magic Guide Spirits, they could perform very nimble dodges and attacks.
But this ground full of black oil perfectly countered this characteristic! In this environment, Magic Guide Spirits that were large in size, possessed strong grip, or could fly had the advantage.
Unless there was a Magic Guide Spirit capable of performing an "Ice Waltz" on the oil surface... Anyway, the current Sylveon certainly couldn't do it.
In this environment, facing the stubborn Cyborg Werewolf, it was mostly useless.
"Prepare to sacrifice!"
Taking advantage of the fact that Sylveon's Mana had not yet been depleted, switching out in time was a better choice. Dark pulled out [Gatomon], tapped the card face, and asked softly, "Gatomon, can you ice skate?"
Gatomon: "..."
Gatomon, born not long ago, had only gazed at the frozen lake surface from afar in the castle. It hadn't even gone out of Dark's dorm much, let alone ice skate? If given some time, it might be able to learn it, though.
"No choice, learn it now!"
Dark made the decision tyrannically! Gatomon crossed its arms and glared at him. But Dark had already begun preparing the Sacrificial Summoning spell!
...
Sylveon sensed it. Although it felt unhappy about the fate of being sacrificed, it had no time to attend to other things right now. The fur on its feet had been polluted by black oil, wet and messy, feeling very uncomfortable.
But the opposing Cyborg Werewolf remained stable due to its body weight and the weight of its armor. A trace of cold gloom flashed in its single eye, and then, under Elsie Kevin's command, it slowly raised its left hand.
"Iron Chain Steel Claw!"
The sharp steel claw instantly aimed at Sylveon sliding on the oil surface. Sylveon immediately felt a warning sign. But the Cyborg Werewolf's steel claw had already erupted abruptly! The chain connecting the wrist and the steel claw rattled loudly. That steel claw shot out at high speed, stabbing frontally toward the unsteady Sylveon!
"Mi!"
Sylveon's hair stood on end. On the spot, it inserted its two flying ribbons into the black oil, relying on these two new pivot points to control its body as much as possible, sliding fiercely forward.
In the nick of time, it lowered its head sharply, only feeling its scalp go numb, as if its entire scalp had been lifted off. But what fell from the air were merely a few long hairs.
While breathing a sigh of relief, Sylveon noticed that the Cyborg Werewolf had already retracted the steel claw and aimed again... This thing actually had no cooldown!
Under extreme anger, Sylveon opened its mouth wide, and moonlight spilled down, gathering in its mouth to form a pure sphere of light. It tilted its head back slightly, and a pillar of light shot out, blasting fiercely into the Cyborg Werewolf's ugly face!
Ultimate Move · Moon Power!
Although the power of a Fairy-type Ultimate Move would be weakened against a Steel-type Magic Guide Spirit, this blast to the face still relieved Sylveon's anger greatly. Then the corner of its mouth tilted up. When that [Iron Chain Steel Claw] shot over again, its whole body turned into light and rushed into the sky!
Bye-bye, you!
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The sacrificial summoning array unfolded in the air. Gatomon floated out of it while spinning, then snapped its eyes open. Its amber cat eyes glared fiercely at that Cyborg Werewolf! Cats and dogs are always natural enemies.
When its feet landed, the Holy Ring on its tail emitted a rich holy aura.
[Mana: 1500 → 2000]
[Attack: 1900 → 2400]
[Defense: 900 → 1400]
Although it was a 4-star Magic Guide Spirit, Gatomon easily surpassed the Cyborg Werewolf's base attributes in terms of the three main stats. Even with the Cyborg Werewolf's armed enhancement, it was only slightly higher than Gatomon. These were all within the range of error tolerance.
If they fought in close quarters on a fair arena, that Cyborg Werewolf might not even be able to touch Gatomon's fur. But this altered greasy field indeed countered it.
Gatomon slid after landing, barely standing steady. It forcibly concealed the awkwardness on its face, standing with feet splayed in a figure-eight, upper body lowered, lowering its center of gravity as much as possible, balancing with its cat tail, and posing its two arms in a Wing Chun stance.
Cat and dog confronted each other once again.
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Wilson, watching the field closely, immediately exclaimed, "Astonishing! Contestant Dark Demon has actually summoned a 4-star Magic Guide Spirit again. As a first-year student, possessing so many First Tier Magic Guide Spirits might be his reliance for challenging higher levels. But facing the fully armed Cyborg Werewolf, how can he win with just this seemingly delicate cat-person?"
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Most of the audience outside the arena also held their breath and stared. The Archbishop beside the First Prince opened his eyes again, revealing a look of wonder.
"Such pure light aura!"
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Although the Magic Academy did not make a simple distinction between Light and Darkness in terms of "Good and Evil," the Holy Church endowed them with religious significance. In the Holy Church's Mystery Academy, Darkness was rebellion, and Demon Species were original sin. Anyone who refined a Dark-type Magic Guide Spirit would be bullied. If they further refined a powerful Demon Species, they would very likely be collectively complained about until expelled.
Conversely, Light was favored. Especially Angel Species of the Light-type; they were Magic Guide Spirits everyone dreamed of. To obtain a high position in the Holy Church system, a Light-type Angel Species would be a very useful ticket.
...
Regardless of the Archbishop's perception of Dark himself, at least he was very interested in Dark's Gatomon. First Prince Charles noticed the Archbishop's expression and asked curiously, "Found something?"
The Archbishop said in a deep voice, "I have an idea."
First Prince: "Hmm?"
Archbishop: "Perhaps we can start with him, for example..."
First Prince: "For example?"
The Archbishop nodded slightly: "Holy Son."
First Prince: "Holy Son?"
The Archbishop closed his eyes again: "Let's watch a bit more."
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Dark didn't know that he had been targeted by a big shot of the Holy Church just by summoning Gatomon. Even if he knew, he wouldn't care. With DemiDevimon protecting him, he didn't fear any recruitment from the Holy Church forces... Of course, Valkyrie Alvit was also very interested in that arrogant and reserved white cat.
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In this sixth round of battle, Dark summoned Gatomon, but Elsie Kevin made no movement. He seemed to be waiting for a certain opportunity, or perhaps waiting for a specific card.
The Cyborg Werewolf stood in place without moving, firing [Iron Chain Steel Claw] again and again! But Gatomon's reaction nerves were not comparable to Sylveon's. Although the ground was oily and slippery, it could always slide with the momentum, dodging the [Iron Chain Steel Claw] which was actually not hard to dodge.
Every time [Iron Chain Steel Claw] was fired, it had to aim, and it could only attack in a straight line. Unless standing opposite was a dummy that wouldn't dodge, it was very hard to hit. Of course, in a normal duel, its killing effect was still very significant; after all, not every Magic Guide Spirit could react as quickly as Gatomon. Just that little delay from receiving the command to executing it could allow [Iron Chain Steel Claw] to hit successfully.
Gatomon accelerated its steps; it seemed to have gradually gotten used to the feeling of sliding on the oily ground. Although it was also very unhappy about the pollution on its paws, it wasn't as pretentious as Sylveon. After getting used to it, it began to slide left and right, approaching rapidly. The [Cat Punch] on its right paw was already charging.
One punch! Just one punch, and I'll teach it how to be a dog!
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"Here it comes!"
On the Blue Side player platform, Elsie Kevin couldn't help narrowing his eyes. His fingers unconsciously rubbed one of the Magic Guide Cards. His mental focus was unprecedented.
"Crack!"
The Cyborg Werewolf aimed and fired again. [Iron Chain Steel Claw] shot out explosively! Gatomon had already closed in; at this moment, its foot slipped, and it dodged this steel claw extremely smoothly.
It estimated the time needed for the steel claw to retract. The cat tail wearing the Holy Ring suddenly cocked up, its body leaned forward abruptly, and with a "shua," it slid forward!
Ultimate Move · Cat Punch!
The sharp claw glove, carrying terrifying momentum from bottom to top, punched towards the Cyborg Werewolf's abdomen! The armor that could provide 300 defense points couldn't withstand the piercing of the cat claw at all. It was breached almost like paper. The tip of the cat claw then touched the decaying flesh. A trace of white light flashed, and power erupted abruptly!
"Boom!"
But the one flying out was surprisingly Gatomon! It was seen that the Cyborg Werewolf suddenly threw its head back, muscles all over its body swelling, dragging the mechanical shell to expand as well, actually reflecting the [Cat Punch] back!
Gatomon, Mana plummeted! The Cyborg Werewolf raised its hand again, aiming the [Iron Chain Steel Claw] at Gatomon who was in the air with nowhere to leverage, a grim smile appearing at the corner of its mouth!
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On the Blue Side player platform. Elsie Kevin slowly put down a Magic Card in his hand. The Cyborg Werewolf's muscles that had just swollen began to shrink back. But its steel claw shot out abruptly!
Gatomon was in mid-air, unable to dodge. Although light gathered in its eyes, it was useless.
"Meow!"
After a scream, it fell to the ground covered in wounds, its white fur polluted by black oil, looking utterly wretched.
"Gatomon!"
Dark on the Red Side player platform couldn't help shouting.
After rolling twice, Gatomon struggled to get up, anger burning in its eyes. But its HP line was already very low; it had indeed suffered heavy damage! At this time, it could no longer withstand even a little bit of damage!
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"Is it a Secret Ritual Card similar to [Reflect]?"
Dark's heart sank slightly. Ever since the duel with Sarah, he had deliberately looked up information about Secret Ritual Cards. This type of Magic Guide Card was generally refined based on legendary events and required specific conditions to trigger. The more powerful the Secret Ritual Card, the harsher the trigger conditions.
They could be set in advance or used instantly; it ultimately depended on the specific type of Secret Ritual Card. Elsie Kevin's Secret Ritual Card was obviously set in advance. When Gatomon dealt a heavy blow to the Cyborg Werewolf, it triggered automatically!
But a Secret Ritual Card of this level could generally only trigger once. Of course, there were multiple-use types, but that was unlikely to appear in the hands of a second-year student.
Dark said with heartache, "Gatomon, take a rest."
Gatomon, having climbed up from the ground, shook its head vigorously. Black oil dripped from its whiskers, and the eyes hidden under its eyelids were full of cold sternness. If it still had strength right now, it would definitely have charged up! Head can be broken, blood can flow, but fur color cannot be messed up!
But under its master's order, it forcibly held back the impulse and slowly retreated to Shuckle's side. Although Shuckle was only 3 stars, it had a special charm that calmed people's hearts. Especially since the juice squeezed out was particularly delicious!
Gatomon chose to retreat to defense, but Elsie Kevin couldn't possibly give it a chance to catch its breath. He immediately commanded: "Cyborg Werewolf, it's time to show your fangs!"
"Roar!"
The Cyborg Werewolf threw its head back and howled; the long howl pierced through the clouds and echoed for a long time. When it lowered its head, its blood-red eyes were already full of ferocity!
Kill!
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"Tick-tock!"
Seventh round.
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Seeing that the Cyborg Werewolf had already started sprinting, Dark fiercely drew two Magic Guide Cards from the top of his deck.
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[Trash Slime]
[Pride III]
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His eyes flashed. He summoned [Trash Slime] directly. The Slime, like a puddle of mucus, fell onto Shuckle's shell with a "splat," then quickly slipped into the shell. These two Magic Guide Spirits immediately "combined" into a 4-star tribute.
But Dark did not sacrifice them immediately. [Shuckle]'s utility would not be weaker than a 4-star Magic Guide Spirit. If he used it as a tribute to summon [Miltank] now, although [Miltank] could produce milk to replenish Gatomon's Mana, facing an unknown enemy would lose him a trump card.
So after summoning [Trash Slime], he turned to start summoning [Curse Cage: DemiDevimon]! The arrival of [Pride III] was crucial. It could inject a shot of stimulant into his current lineup. But if he really used [Pride III], it meant his strongest trump card—[Bastemon]—would lose its chance to appear.
So he was still hesitating.
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But the situation brooked no delay. The Cyborg Werewolf stepped on the ground full of black oil, actually maintaining perfect balance, sliding over at extremely high speed. A closer look revealed that there were special mechanical structures under its feet, allowing it to slide smoothly on the oily ground.
In just a few seconds, it had slid nearby. The huge blood claw on its right hand gradually became moist, as if fresh blood was flowing. Ultimate Move · Iron Chain Steel Claw! The steel claw protruding from its left hand shot out quickly, instantly hitting the slow-moving Shuckle!
Shuckle's Mana, which wasn't much to begin with, immediately dropped by a small segment. Fortunately, the Cyborg Werewolf's steel claw was based on its base attack power, without the 300 bonus from the blood claw weapon; otherwise, half its life would be gone!
"Ba tsz..."
Shuckle shook its head, feeling a bit dizzy. Its tentacle-like neck drooped limply, as if it had no strength to fight anymore. But Elsie Kevin, who already knew Shuckle's hardness, did not fall for it. Instead, he shouted loudly: "Cyborg Werewolf, close in!"
The efficiency of [Iron Chain Steel Claw] was really too slow. As long as the Cyborg Werewolf closed in, it could use that [Bloodthirsty Wolf Claw]! It immediately bullied its way up, the blood claw on its right hand releasing rich blood light.
Upon approaching Shuckle, it swung a claw out, the blood light brought out tracing a perfect arc in the air.
However, with this claw strike, Shuckle didn't move a muscle. Instead, its aura surged greatly. The soft tentacles suddenly bulged with hard muscles, and it punched out at the Cyborg Werewolf sticking close to it! This punch was swift as lightning; although there was no wind surging, it penetrated straight through the abdominal cavity!
"Bang!"
The armor on the abdomen shattered instantly. The Cyborg Werewolf's body flew backward like a kite with a broken string! The whole audience was shocked!
...
Shuckle assumed a punching stance, its momentum like a rainbow! In that round of exchange just now, it used a total of two skills.
First was [Power Split], changing the Cyborg Werewolf's attack power from [2300+300] to [1150+300]. A mere 1450 attack, facing Shuckle with a defense as high as 2200, was naturally unshakable.
Then it used [Power Trick], swapping its own Defense [2200] and Attack [1150], obtaining a full [2200] Attack Power! The Cyborg Werewolf's Defense was only [1200+300]; hit by this concentrated punch, it naturally couldn't withstand it! Its 1500 points of Mana dropped by nearly 700 points because of this!
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It wasn't complicated to explain, but not many people could understand this point. The vast majority of the audience only saw a 3-star little turtle use suddenly hardened cylindrical tentacles to punch that massive semi-mechanical beast flying! The difference in body size between the two sides made this abruptness even more intense.
When the Cyborg Werewolf fell, it made a loud noise, splashing the black oil all over the ground, turning it into a black dog!
"Phew~"
Dark breathed a slight sigh of relief. He had been ready to control the Magic Sphere to take off just now, but fortunately, that Cyborg Werewolf didn't attack the Magic Sphere.
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"Tick-tock!"
Eighth round! DemiDevimon, although summoned, was just flapping its wings in front of the player platform, silently waiting for the moment of evolution.
Compared to [Black Gatomon], it wanted to evolve into [Devimon] more, but the master didn't seem to think so? No choice. Who let me, DemiDevimon, be the master's most loyal servant, the record holder for the number of little red flowers obtained? [Black Gatomon] it is then!
So can you hurry up? It's killing this beast with anxiety!
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Seeing the Magic Guide Spirits shining and heating up one after another, DemiDevimon could no longer hold back, to the point that it winked at Dark from time to time.
But Dark ignored it and continued to draw cards. Up to this round, he had already drawn 17 hand cards. The number of cards left in the deck was low, so the probability of drawing the desired Magic Guide Card was greater.
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[Fusion]
[Silence Potion]
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Dark's eyelid twitched suddenly! "Finally got it!"
The moment [Fusion] was in hand, he couldn't help looking toward a certain place in the ring-shaped belt, his gaze intertwining perfectly with Senior Pandora's. With this eye contact, Pandora immediately understood that Dark had drawn [Fusion]!
"Interesting. Does he want to use [Fusion] in this duel?"
While Pandora murmured in a low voice, Dark had already withdrawn his gaze. He looked at his hand cards.
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[Fusion]
[Silence Potion]
[Pride I]
[Pride II · New]
[Pride II · Old]
[Pride III]
[Lust III · Moon]
[Miltank]
[Blink Spell]
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"I have all the cards I need. Next... is the question of how to summon."
The exclamations from outside the field could no longer affect him. Dark thought quickly and first took out [Miltank]! Shuckle's [Power Split] and [Power Trick] had entered a long CD, and the only things left were [Sturdy] and [Guard Split]; it could be said to have served its purpose.
"Then let's sacrifice!"
"Using [Shuckle] and [Trash Slime] as tributes, Sacrificial Summon—[Miltank]!"
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Red Side Summoning Zone. Trash Slime poked its head out of Shuckle's shell, knowing it was going to be sacrificed again! Every time! Every time! It could only serve as a humble tribute!
The only time in its memory it was used for combat besides being a tribute was as a "face-smearing" tool... It was fine before when its spiritual wisdom wasn't open. But now, although it still couldn't compare to other Magic Guide Spirits in IQ, it already had self-awareness.
It would feel depressed, sad, and down about its uselessness...
"Could it be that my life can only be a life of a tribute?"
As its body gradually turned into light, Trash Slime couldn't help thinking this. It looked enviously at Shuckle beneath it. Shuckle, having shone and heated up, was holding its head high, gladly accepting the fate of being sacrificed.
"Guru lu!"
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"The third sacrifice! Since the start of the match, Contestant Dark Demon has already performed three Sacrificial Summons! This time, what kind of Magic Guide Spirit will it be? What kind of surprise will it bring us?"
Wilson got so excited he almost forgot his stance. The President of the Noble History Research Society inside the ring-shaped belt immediately glared at him fiercely. But he didn't notice.
Instead, the light in the Blue Side Summoning Zone attracted his attention.
"Oh! Contestant Elsie Kevin is actually also preparing a Sacrificial Summon! The Magic Guide Spirit he wants to sacrifice is... the 5-star Cyborg Werewolf!"
"As expected of the winner of the previous Crimson Star, actually refining multiple 5-star Magic Guide Spirits at the second-year stage."
"It makes one curious, just how powerful is the 5-star Magic Guide Spirit summoned using the Cyborg Werewolf as a tribute, that it requires the Cyborg Werewolf as the cost of summoning?"
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The Sacrificial Summon of Magic Guide Spirits was always so eye-catching. The audience's enthusiasm was mobilized again. The Sacrificial Summoning array in the Red Side Summoning Zone lit up first.
"Moo~?"
The pink, cute dairy cow drilling out of the summoning array immediately attracted the attention of many women. Perhaps for the first time, they felt that a cow could be so cute!
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[Card Name: Miltank]
[Type: Spirit Card]
[Level: ????]
[Race: Animal Species]
[Attribute: Normal-type]
[Mana: 2000]
[Attack: 1000]
[Defense: 2000]
[Ultimate Move: Sap Sipper, Milk Drink, Defense Curl, Rollout]
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Although [Miltank] was a Gold Card once crowned with the title of "God Card," it wasn't used many times in Dark's system. Because its positioning more or less overlapped with another Gold Card—[Shuckle].
Miltank, with both Mana and Defense at 2000, and possessing [Defense Curl] and [Milk Drink] skills, could be called an unkillable super meat shield. One of Dark's purposes in summoning it was to use it as a shield to protect the Magic Sphere. And the second purpose was to heal Gatomon!
The chubby Miltank showed a cute expression, climbed slowly to sit in front of the Magic Sphere, then rubbed its hands together, rubbing out a bottle of milk out of thin air!
"Moo."
It waved to Gatomon, then handed its milk over. Although Gatomon had a look of "not eating food handed out in contempt," its speed in reaching out for the milk was extremely fast. After getting the milk, it immediately opened the lid and drank it dry in one gulp!
"Ha!"
The excessive comfort and the warm current flowing through its whole body almost made Gatomon speak. It stuck out its tender pink tongue, licked the milk stains remaining at the corner of its mouth, casually threw the milk bottle on the ground, and the aura of the whole cat became strong again!
Under the enhancement of the Holy Ring, the Mana value as high as 1900 instantly recovered by half, returning to the safety line above 1000 points. It could still fight!
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"It's actually a healing-type Magic Guide Spirit!"
Wilson's exclamation arrived late but arrived nonetheless. The audience discussed it enthusiastically. Alvit looked at that pink little dairy cow and said unconsciously, "Should be very delicious, right?"
Eldest Princess: "???"
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While Gatomon regained its combat power, Elsie Kevin's Sacrificial Summon was finally completed.
"Come out, my ace!"
His voice was very light, but since he didn't recite silently, he wanted people to hear. So everyone knew. The 5-star Magic Guide Spirit he summoned now... was his ace!
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Dark couldn't help looking over. He saw a turret rising from the ground in the Blue Side Summoning Zone!
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[Card Name: Mechanical Cannon]
[Type: Spirit Card]
[Level: ?????]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel-type]
[Mana: 1000]
[Attack: 2600]
[Defense: 2000]
[Ultimate Move: Mechanical Cannon]
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The turret with a full metal shell was nearly three meters tall, with a circular chassis and metal arms on both sides. In the center of its body was installed a super cannon barrel with a diameter of one meter! It was hard to imagine how terrifying the cannon blast fired from such a huge barrel would be!
The top stat for a 5-star Magic Guide Spirit was 2500, and this Mechanical Cannon's attack value surprisingly exceeded 2500 points. Although it only exceeded by 100 points, this was a symbol of power.
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"It's actually a giant cannon originating from the super-ancient civilization! Contestant Elsie Kevin, just how many surprises are you going to bring us!"
Wilson's sigh rang out leisurely, voicing the thoughts of most of the audience.
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At this time, Elsie Kevin, who hadn't said much since the opening, suddenly looked up and said, "Dark Demon."
Dark: "Hmm?"
Kevin: "Your talent is not bad."
Dark: "???"
Kevin: "I felt before the match that you would be tricky, but I still didn't expect you to be this tricky. I have to say, even among the first-year students of the past few sessions, there are few figures like you."
Dark: "There are still some."
Kevin: "But you have only studied for half a year, while my study time is three times yours!"
Dark: "Hello, Senior."
Kevin: "Although talent can determine a lot, only with enough accumulation of time can talent be fully utilized."
Dark: "..."
Elsie Kevin spoke eloquently, seemingly lecturing, yet also declaring. He finally concluded, "My Mechanical Cannon has only the power of one shot! But this one shot can make you vanish in ashes!"
Just as his voice fell. A "rumbling" sound suddenly came from inside the [Mechanical Cannon]'s body. The huge cannon barrel rotated slowly, energy gathering at high speed!
Dark only had time to say: "Defense Curl!"
A terrifying pillar of light shot out explosively from that cannon barrel!
"BOOM!"
It wasn't until the deafening cannon sound resonated through the venue that Dark suddenly realized. This Senior Kevin's speech just now was actually part of the tactic! More than half of the audience outside the field subconsciously covered their ears.
In just a blink of an eye, the Mechanical Cannon's giant shot had already crossed the hundred-meter distance. The light pillar with a diameter of one meter blasted completely onto Miltank's body! Once Miltank couldn't withstand this giant cannon, the Magic Sphere behind it would face the impact directly!
But in the instant the light pillar swallowed the field of view, Dark finally saw Miltank successfully curling into a ball, surrounded by a mirror-like energy shell. Some of the light beams hitting the sphere scattered outward.
Gatomon dodged extremely nimbly to the side. But the DemiDevimon in the air had one of its wings pierced instead!
"Wah wah wah wah!"
Its cry of pain sounded extremely pleasant at this time. Dark looked nervously at the [Miltank] Magic Guide Card in his hand, recording its life Mana value dropping rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye.
After [Defense Curl], Miltank, with defense reaching 3000 points, actually failed to completely block this terrifying [Mechanical Cannon]! The so-called ace, the so-called wiping out grudges with one shot, seemed not to be empty words.
But to think of making Miltank vanish in ashes with just such a shot? Dark could only say he was overthinking it! A Defense value of 3000 points wasn't just for show.
Miltank's Mana finally stabilized after dropping to around 800 points. This meant that [Mechanical Cannon]'s shot caused approximately 4200 points of damage! If this were replaced by another 4-star Magic Guide Spirit, even a perfect type like Devimon, it would probably not be able to withstand this frontal shot.
But standing in front of him now was Miltank!
"Moo!"
As the light pillar vanished, Miltank released [Defense Curl] and sat on the ground with a thud. It subconsciously rubbed its hands, seemingly wanting to rub out a bottle of milk, but although the CD for [Milk Drink] wasn't long, it could mostly only be used once in a duel. Of course, it couldn't rub it out.
The [Miltank] that failed to cast the skill touched its head, sitting there dazed for quite a while.
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The scene was now silent. Dark looked up and found Senior Kevin looking astonished, as if genuinely finding it incredible. And in the summoning zone below him, that [Mechanical Cannon] which had fired the [Mechanical Cannon] blast was actually gradually turning into light!
This meant that it had fired that shot just now at the cost of consuming a full 1000 points of Mana! Only, its opponent didn't vanish in ashes. It vanished in ashes first!
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When the light formed by [Mechanical Cannon] returned to the Magic Guide Card, Elsie Kevin suddenly woke up from his daze. The basic literacy of a duelist made him make the most correct decision at this moment. He lifted his finger abruptly and pulled the Blue Side Magic Sphere, protected inside the silver eggshell, high into the sky with magic power!
"Tsk!"
Gatomon, who was just preparing for a wave of counterattack revenge, put down its raised front paw. In the dueling field at this time, the Red Side still had Miltank, Gatomon, and DemiDevimon. The Blue Side had the 2-star wreckage of Mechanical Components and the Eggshell Armed—which was basically nothing!
The duel had proceeded to the eighth round now. Seeing the ninth round arriving, the situation on both sides had gradually become clear. At this time, unless Elsie Kevin pulled off a godlike maneuver again, defeat was certain!
Dark calmed down, silently preparing to summon [Devimon]. Devimon, possessing wings and capable of teleportation, could be called a Magic Sphere killer. Even with the Eggshell Armed protection, it was just a matter of a few more punches.
As for [Fusion] and [Bastemon]... This was a duel, not a place to show off skills! But just as he was about to start summoning, a "tick-tock" sound came to his ears. Round switch, signifying the generation of variables.
The scene of a duelist in desperate straits turning the tables completely by relying on just one key card was the most blood-pumping! But if the one being turned over was oneself, that wouldn't be anything fun.
Dark turned his finger, pointing at [Lust III · Moon], and prepared [Pride I]. In less than ten seconds total, DemiDevimon evolved into [Black Gatomon] under the light of [Lust], and then had its mind reclaimed by [Pride]!
On the other side. The Magic Sphere floating high in the sky, surrounded by [Eggshell Armed], actually burst out with extremely intense light! No one expected that this [Eggshell Armed], summoned by Elsie Kevin in the first round, would be a foreshadowing buried so deep!
Elsie Kevin, who was nearly desperate just now, was holding up one of the Magic Guide Cards high at this time. The brilliance shining from that Magic Guide Card illuminated his face. He no longer had the composure he had when he first came on stage. The hope of survival in a desperate situation sent him into a state of ecstasy!
The so-called "God Draw" was nothing more than this.
"Hatch! Mechanical Dragon!"
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"Ritual Summon!"
Dark's thoughts spun like lightning, suddenly recalling this special summoning method. The so-called "Ritual Summon" was summoning special Magic Guide Spirits through "Secret Ritual Cards." This summoning method originated from various complicated and cumbersome prayer rituals in ancient times. Offering praise to God, requesting God's descent.
Adapted to the present day, it meant that after fulfilling the effect conditions required by a special Secret Ritual Card, one could summon a special Magic Guide Spirit. It wasn't any easier than the Sacrificial Summoning spell. So there were actually not many duelists who used "Ritual Summon."
Elsie Kevin's [Eggshell Armed] seemed to be the foundation card for implementing this condition. The conditions contained within likely included things like "Damage taken is 0" or "Protect target for at least several rounds," etc. Of course, a special [Secret Ritual Card] to start the ritual was definitely also one of the necessary conditions.
In short, there must be quite a few hidden internal conditions. But since it had already started, it meant the conditions had been met. Dark worried no more, but raised [Fusion] high at the same time!
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The sky at nine-thirty floated with merely a wisp of cloud. Looking up from below, it was clear as a blue sea. Wilson on the commentary platform knocked his forehead. This mere five minutes of commentary made him feel mentally exhausted, let alone the two people constantly dueling fiercely on the field.
Elsie Kevin, being a second-year, having such strength was already very surprising. But Dark Demon, being a first-year, dueling him until now without being inferior in the slightest, was even more astounding.
The President of the Noble History Research Society was probably doubting life right now, wasn't he? Those spectators who specially chose to come here today were lucky, for they were about to witness the rise of a Morning Star! So, who exactly was that star?
Wilson cleared his throat and shouted abruptly, "The moment to witness a miracle has arrived! Contestant Elsie Kevin used a Ritual Summon and successfully hatched the Mechanical Dragon! And Contestant Dark... if I'm not mistaken, that is a [Fusion]!"
Layer upon layer of sound waves, following Wilson's shout, radiated outward little by little from the periphery of the venue, faster and faster, wider and wider. The entire stadium was suddenly in endless cheering. In this ocean of sound waves, the Archbishop stared dead at the just summoned [Black Gatomon], reciting silently: "Such pure aura of darkness!"
The holy white cat! The evil black cat! The Archbishop realized that his previous "Holy Son" plan had fizzled out before it even began.
The First Prince beside him seemed to have been attracted by the duel, craning his neck to watch: "Archbishop, who do you say will win in the end?"
The Archbishop squeezed out a sentence: "The winner will win."
The First Prince choked and couldn't speak for a long time. In the front row, Alvit got excited again, the corners of the Eldest Princess's mouth twitching. Rose and Diana inside the ring-shaped belt shook their signs vigorously together. The first-year students of the Noble House, led by Doron, shouted "Add oil" (Go for it) loudly!
A bit further away. Pandora had stood up unknowingly. The [Fusion] in Dark's hand also contained a share of her effort.
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"Crack."
The silver eggshell wrapping the Magic Sphere suddenly cracked open. It rose up to a certain distance. At this time, no one noticed the dimming of the Magic Sphere's Life Barrier. They only saw a ray of light shoot into it, reflecting from the first eggshell fragment, spreading through almost all the eggshells, forming an extremely complex summoning array!
The summoning array glowed with light like a sea of stars. A mechanical dragon poked its head out from it! That silver-white mechanical dragon flapped its wings fiercely, speeding out from that summoning array!
Its body was smooth and textured, its neck slender, silver wings sharp as blades, two claws shining with dazzling light. Thicker lower limbs, an extremely long dragon tail, and two antennae like antennas at the tip of the tail. It flew into the sky amidst the gaze of thousands, dragon head exquisite, features delicate, silver-white scales with distinct edges, beautiful as stars.
Envied by all!
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[Card Name: Mechanical Dragon]
[Type: Spirit Card]
[Level: ??????]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Dragon-type / Steel-type]
[Mana: 2500]
[Attack: 3000]
[Defense: 2500]
[Ultimate Move: Steel Charge, Metal Storm]
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After summoning the [Mechanical Dragon], Elsie Kevin's eyes had luster. His emotions were high; he turned his head sharply and looked at Dark Demon directly opposite! And the [Fusion] in Dark's hand also blossomed with light not inferior to anyone.
A large amount of magic power was injected into [Fusion]. The black and white double fish on the card face flicked their tails fiercely, swimming out of the card face naturally, growing to over two meters long in the wind.
Subsequently, the white fish flew toward Gatomon, who stood with arms crossed. The black fish flew toward Black Gatomon, who looked up waiting. The black and white double fish rotated once around the two Magic Guide Spirits respectively, turning them into black and white light, soaring straight up toward the sky.
The two fish converged in the air, fusing into one like that Tai Chi, forming a huge, mysterious magic circle! Then, that Magic Guide Spirit modeled after the [Egyptian Cat Goddess] danced out of that magic circle.
Silky long hair, exquisite face, perfectly interpreting the feminine, soft, slender waist and moving posture; whether inner or outer charm, it made people unable to help themselves. The pearls, gems, and gold rings covering her body, though slightly exaggerated, were intoxicating.
Money and wealth, women and beauty. A Magic Guide Spirit gathering two deadly factors.
Bastemon! The Cat Goddess!
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Although it didn't have the majestic momentum of the Mechanical Dragon's birth, the feminine softness and the infinite charm that killed both men and women snatched a massive amount of attention from the Mechanical Dragon in an instant!
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"What's wrong, Archbishop?"
First Prince Charles, who had just been immersed in Bastemon's charm, suddenly realized that the Archbishop beside him had stood up silently. But after he asked, the Archbishop sat down slowly again, his old face twitching slightly, saying words no one would believe: "Nothing."
Just smelled a trace of "God's" aura, that's all!
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[Card Name: Bastemon]
[Type: Spirit Card]
[Level: ???????]
[Race: Demi-human Species]
[Attribute: Dark]
[Mana: 3500]
[Attack: 3400]
[Defense: 2700]
[Ultimate Move: Confusion, Vampire Dance]
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The Valkyrie looked at the Magic Guide Spirit her son summoned with [Fusion] in astonishment, asking doubtfully, "Claire, what is going on?"
Claire shook her head, indicating she didn't know.
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Pandora's eyes flickered, expression uncertain, suddenly regretting teaching him [Fusion] a little.
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The professors who had been watching silently also couldn't sit still somewhat. Not talking about anything else. This Magic Guide Spirit summoned by Dark Demon via [Fusion] was 7-star, right? A 7-star, second-tier Magic Guide Spirit!
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Also being 7-star, the previous [Mechanical Commander] was completely pieced together. The two were essentially different at the core.
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"Steel Charge!"
Elsie Kevin's roar interrupted the professors' train of thought. The Mechanical Dragon above the firmament turned downward abruptly, its whole body shining with silver light! Its body was a very smooth streamline shape, wings spreading sharp beyond compare.
When it initiated the charge, it instantly turned into a silver arrow, tearing the atmosphere, the whistling sound piercing eardrums. Everyone couldn't help but look over at this moment, emptying their brains; there was only this stunning scene on the field.
Dark on the Red Side player platform, however, had a calm gaze, not worried in the slightest. From making the decision to summoning Bastemon, he already held the winning ticket. As if responding to his trust, Bastemon standing in the Red Side Summoning Zone smiled charmingly, then gently raised her hand, grabbing toward the sky with a giant cat claw inconsistent with her figure.
From inside her body, swarms of bats suddenly drilled out. Those bats flew around her arm, forming groups where her palm pointed, finally melting into darkness. Clumps of dark power gathered, gathered, and gathered again in her palm. Forming a black giant hand!
That was not the Ultimate Move · Confusion, nor was it the Ultimate Move · Vampire Dance. It was a pure application of her own power!
"Hu—"
The silver arrow came whistling. The huge Mechanical Dragon and the petite Cat Goddess formed a sharp contrast. The distance between the two sides closed continuously.
Finally, nowhere to hide, nowhere to retreat. Bastemon's dark giant hand tightened abruptly, actually grabbing the Mechanical Dragon's head! The Mechanical Dragon stopped abruptly; the [Steel Charge] failed to stir up a single ripple.
Capturing a dragon with one hand!
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Elsie Kevin on the Blue Side player platform was already shocked to facial distortion. In that instant, his heart was suddenly blessed, and he sobered up, roaring with unprecedented loss of composure: "Metal Storm!"
The commanded Mechanical Dragon flapped its wings abruptly. Powerful air currents sprayed from under its wings. With its head as the fulcrum and spine as the axis, its entire body began to rotate at high speed. Silver light wreathed it like a knife. Even before the storm formed, the aura was already biting cold.
But Bastemon suddenly smiled faintly. Tentacles formed of dark power surged out from her right arm one by one, winding up along the Mechanical Dragon's head, binding it tightly from head to tail!
"Crack!"
The Mechanical Dragon's rotation came to an abrupt halt. Bastemon stood on tiptoe, taking a dance step, then with a downward pull, smashed that massive Mechanical Dragon fiercely onto the ground!
"Bang!"
It was fortunate that this was St. Marian's grounds, hard enough to be imperishable for a thousand years. Otherwise, it would have long been shattered. But the Mechanical Dragon smashed down fiercely didn't feel good; its Mana almost disappeared by half!
Elsie Kevin, holding the [Mechanical Dragon] Magic Guide Card, knew best. The moment he saw the Mana vanish, his fingers trembled severely, and the [Mechanical Dragon] Magic Guide Card suddenly slipped. He reached out abruptly, wanting to grab it.
But more Magic Guide Cards slipped from his trembling left hand. Dancing in the air one after another, falling to the ground.
"Bang!"
Another loud noise.
"Bang!"
A third loud noise!
"Bang!"
A fourth loud noise!
After that, there was no more movement. Countless points of light flew into the sky like stars, returning to the [Mechanical Dragon] Magic Guide Card. Bastemon on the ground stood on tiptoe, stepping a dance, the two cat tails behind her butt flicking lightly.
Then she flicked her finger at the Blue Side Magic Sphere in the air, and a bat was seen flying out, turning into a pellet when approaching the Magic Sphere. With a "poof," it hit the Life Barrier outside the Magic Sphere. The Life Barrier, which had already been drained of a large amount of magic power by the [Mechanical Dragon], instantly shattered like glass.
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"Beep—"
"Winner decided!"
"Winner: Dark Demon!"
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The referee blew the whistle, excitement revealing itself even in the sound. The excitement level of this duel was simply unimaginable for a match between a first-year and a second-year. Many spectators only woke up from the shock just now at this time.
In an instant. Shouts like mountains calling and tsunamis roaring surged like a tide. Angus Jeffrey, President of the Noble History Research Society, raised his hand abruptly, only realizing after a long time that there was no cup to smash.
Mike Owen beside him had flickering eyes but no anger whatsoever. The first-year students of the Noble House jumped around excitedly, wishing they could rush out of the ring-shaped belt to give the winner of this duel the warmest hug! Dark Demon was their pride!
The first-year students of other houses, although not as exaggerated as the Noble House, were also unusually excited; even Robert was rejoicing. Emma and Sarah gritted their teeth silently. Eudora was flushed red with excitement.
Rose and Diana tried hard to look toward the Red Side player platform. Pandora revealed a bright and beautiful smile. The Valkyrie, wanting to jump up, was pulled back forcefully by Eldest Princess Eliza. Claire gently stroked "Galileo" in her arms.
The First Prince sighed slightly. The Archbishop looked tense.
It was just a Rookie Tournament. Originally, it should have been insignificant. But now, what was going on?
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