The story of Noah's Ark is known worldwide, and the flood that swept across the world has been recorded in the myths of many civilizations. Roy's sixth form of the Hand of Jacob precisely reenacts this legendary myth.
In the past, Roy had never used this move simply because its consumption of magical power was far too immense. It belonged to the category of 'world-boundary attacks'—essentially an all-encompassing AOE strike. In terms of versatility and the mystical force of single-target damage, it could not compare to the seventh form of the Hand of Jacob, 'Wrestling with God.'
Previously, Roy's total magical power had been no different from that of an ordinary Campione, so he had never employed this technique. However, after fusing with Metatron's spiritual foundation and completing his spiritual ascension, the quality of his magical power underwent a fundamental transformation. Now, he could finally unleash this move in actual combat—especially since the current situation was the perfect opportunity for it to shine.
The deafening, towering waves were not an actual flood but rather an illusion conjured from magical power, much like the phoenix Luo Hao had summoned earlier. Yet, an illusory fabrication was not necessarily inferior to reality. This magical flood was far more terrifying than a real one.
In fact, if Roy ever accumulated enough magical power in the future, he could even summon a genuine world-engulfing flood, extinguishing all life and erasing civilizations.
Boom——————
Centered around Roy, the flood surged skyward, each wave higher than the last. The reason Roy claimed this move was most suited for the current situation was that his Noah's Ark was an indiscriminate attack. Not only did it envelop Sun Wukong within its range, but even Zhu Wuneng, Sha Wujing, and even Luo Hao herself were caught within its scope.
"Brother, you—"
Luo Hao's expression flickered with shock. She had never expected Roy to attack her as well.
However, the sect leader remained composed in the face of danger. Behind her, a colossal golden Buddha materialized once more, its massive palms shielding her from the towering waves.
Yet soon enough, Luo Hao understood why this move was called Noah's Ark. The flood was akin to the layered force of the Chinese martial arts technique 'Three Overlapping Stances at Yang Pass'—each surge concealed another beneath it, wave upon wave, endless and ever-increasing in power. Even the Buddha form Luo Hao had manifested through her Great Strength Diamond Divine Art was forced back relentlessly by the flood's overwhelming force.
"Sect Leader, don't forget our agreement—we made a wager to see who could slay the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. For that, I must thank you for creating such a perfect opportunity for me!"
Roy's voice drifted leisurely through the cataclysmic waves, as though he could stroll casually amidst the raging tempest.
The terrifying flood surged across the plains that Sun Wukong had ravaged, even pouring into the capital city and bringing a horrifying tsunami to this inland metropolis.
The reason this move was called Noah's Ark was simple—only Roy could walk freely through this apocalyptic flood, just like the ark itself.
Hearing Roy's words, Luo Hao didn't get angry, as she and Roy had such an agreement from the beginning—they were competitors. Whether Roy used underhanded schemes or open strategies, as long as he emerged victorious in their competition, Luo Hao would give him her praise. The only thing she hadn't anticipated was how decisively Roy would act, turning against her before Sun Wukong had even suffered a fatal wound.
"Don't get too carried away, little brother. This elder sister won't admit defeat so easily!"
Luo Hao increased her magical energy output once more, and the golden Buddha finally steadied itself, standing like a dam against the apocalyptic flood.
'What's this? I didn't even say anything, and she's already calling herself "elder sister."'
Roy chuckled mockingly and raised his voice, "...Of course I know you wouldn't lose so easily, elder sister. That's why I've prepared a gift for you!"
As his words fell, Roy's hands moved like fish through the towering waves, gently guiding them as he began actively controlling the great flood.
Right now, Roy only wanted to end this battle quickly. Although this technique, 'Noah's Ark,' had temporarily restrained everyone present, it consumed an enormous amount of magical energy. Even after unleashing it, his reserves continued to drain rapidly. Despite having twice the magical energy of an ordinary Campione, even Roy couldn't sustain such a drain for long.
With a deft touch, the flood seemed to gain a will of its own, surging toward Zhu Wuneng and Sha Wujing. Zhu Wuneng's Marshal Tianpeng form was swept into a whirlpool, while Sha Wujing, though a water demon by nature, struggled to maintain his footing in the apocalyptic waves.
"Oi, oi, oi!!! Where the hell are you throwing this pig grandpa?!"
Zhu Wuneng tumbled wildly in the raging waters, cursing nonstop.
But before long, the pig demon's eyes lit up with excitement as he exclaimed, "...Beauty! Your pig grandpa is coming for you!"
As Roy had anticipated, Zhu Wuneng had been swept right next to Luo Hao. The lustful pig demon, upon seeing Luo Hao's breathtaking beauty, immediately forgot all about his senior brother, his attention completely stolen away.
Seizing the opportunity, Roy loosened his control over Zhu Wuneng and Sha Wujing, directing the full force of the flood toward Sun Wukong. After a moment of hesitation—perhaps trusting his senior brother's strength more—Sha Wujing sighed and chose not to assist Sun Wukong. Instead, he went to help Zhu Bajie against Luo Hao. For now, the two Heretic Gods had Luo Hao restrained.
"Raaaaaah—what can mere floodwaters do to this old monkey?! Even the depths of the Dragon Palace couldn't stop me from turning everything upside down!"
Sun Wukong, who had been dazed and injured by Luo Hao's earlier palm strike, had now regained his senses. Planting his Ruyi Jingu Bang into the ground, he blocked the apocalyptic flood unleashed by Roy's punch.
In the biblical tale of the Great Flood, the East also had its own flood legends—one tamed by Yu the Great. The Ruyi Jingu Bang had originally been Yu's tool, making it naturally resistant to the Noah's Ark technique.
But Roy hadn't expected this move to defeat Sun Wukong. Step by step, he advanced toward the Monkey King, shouting, "...Great Sage, take this next move!"
"Moses Parts the Sea!"
Roy transformed his fist into a blade, slashing down fiercely amidst the great flood. A palm-blade energy capable of splitting mountains and parting seas surged forth.
BOOM——————
The parting of the Red Sea and the Ruyi Jingu Bang collided within the flood, producing a deafening explosion akin to hundreds of underwater mines detonating simultaneously, sending towering waves soaring a thousand meters high.
Seizing the moment when Sun Wukong's attention was fully on him, Roy shouted, "...Athena, now!"
"Black Sword!!"
No sooner had Roy spoken than Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom who had long been prepared and harbored deep hatred for the Steel God, unleashed her Sword of Wisdom. With Sun Wukong restrained by the flood and unable to summon his Somersault Cloud, and the Ruyi Jingu Bang blocking his front, he had nowhere to dodge. The black-hole-like Sword of Wisdom struck him squarely from behind.
"GYAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH——————"
Athena's ultimate sword cleaved through the Great Sage's chainmail, nearly tearing his body apart. Sun Wukong's back was almost completely obliterated, leaving only his spine barely supporting his form.
Roy acted swiftly. The moment the Black Sword struck the Great Sage, he manipulated the flood to propel himself before Sun Wukong, raising his Sword of Judgment and bringing it down in one decisive motion.
"Thou art guilty!"
The Sword of Judgment sliced into the Great Sage's left shoulder but halted upon reaching his chest, sparks flying in all directions. The stone monkey's body was truly forged of steel, with no blood to spill—his entire being was wrought from metal. Roy felt no sensation of cutting flesh, only the resistance of steel against his blade.
Even with these mortal wounds, Sun Wukong's fury remained unbridled. His visage turned demonic, golden pupils burning like the King of Hell as he pushed his Fiery Golden Eyes to their limit.
"Demon Kings, this old Sun still has fight left in him! Taste my strongest strike!"
The Ruyi Jingu Bang in Sun Wukong's hand swelled once more as he channeled all his divine power into the sacred weapon. The staff blazed with blinding golden light—a single strike from it could carve a new island out of Japan itself. Should Roy be hit, not even his bones would remain.
"I've been waiting for this move, Great Sage!"
From Roy's right shoulder emerged a golden hand—a divine appendage like a dragon's claw—that seized the heaven-piercing Ruyi Jingu Bang mid-swing!
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