Back to the Battlefield:
Zane: "Ouchhhhh, that hurt bad! It feels like my face is gone…."
Just then, Cyro appeared in front of Zane, his movements incredibly swift.
Zane's eyes widened in surprise. "Wow, he's super-fast!"
Before Zane could react, Cyro struck him with a powerful blow, sending him soaring toward the sky. Cyro quickly followed, jumping up to hit Zane again.
Cyro: "Oooo yes, the archer. I'm exposed in the air... he's gonna attempt to hit me."
Just as Cyro predicted, an arrow hurtled toward him from Nobu's direction. However, Cyro was ready. With lightning-quick reflexes, he caught the arrow in mid-air.
Zane's eyes widened in shock. "Wait, how did he know Nobu was gonna shoot an arrow at him? And he caught it?"
Just then, Khayjin appeared in the air, his eyes blazing with determination.
Khayjin: "SM3 - Wind Cutter! RWAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!"
Khayjin cocked his fist back fully and unleashed a powerful punch, striking the air with incredible force. The wind generated by his punch was so intense that it created a shockwave, causing the air to ripple and distort.
Cyro, still in mid-air, watched Khayjin's attack with a keen eye.
Cyro: "Hmmm, his punches always create an aftershock, so this initial punch will be a decoy for the real punch that follows after..."
Just then, the arrow Nobu had shot earlier exploded in Cyro's hands, releasing a multitude of chains that dispersed and wrapped around Cyro, tightening their grip.
Cyro's eyes widened in surprise. "Wait, what is this? I can't move away from the punch!"
A sudden realization dawned on Cyro. "That lightning kid was a distraction! He intentionally got beat up so those two could make a plan to hit me. This was unexpected... I didn't want to resort to my true form already, but I have no choice. This punch can do major damage!"
Cyro whispered, "Curse awakening, Goliath."
The entire arena erupted in a massive wave of darkness, the pressure so intense it startled even the Masters.
Vojim's voice trembled with concern. "Wait, how is this possible? His power has risen unbelievably! He's as powerful as…"
Hela: "As we are. The kids are gonna die in there... what is happening?"
Genjo cackled maniacally. "Hahaaaaaaa! Yes, he's a special Cursed one, just like the Raiza kid is a special Anointed for you all. Kyll may be a special talent, but his younger brother is one of a kind - a giant, a warrior, a tactician, and he's mastered his bond with Goliath, so they are one."
Genjo's grin grew wider. "These kids are all dead now. You all can just watch as Cyro destroys everything. For this is his Cursed form..."
Khayjin's attack is about to hit Cyro, but he breaks out of the chains and then lands on the ground. As he has changed into a giant figure with tremendous muscles, tall in stature with half of a demon's face.
Cyro slams his hands together with incredible force, unleashing a thunderous boom that shakes the air. The soundwave crashes into Khayjin's Wind Cutter, sending the attack flying back into the air with a deafening BOOOOOMMMMMMM. A massive explosion erupts at the top of the barrier, leaving everyone stunned.
Nobu's eyes widen in disbelief. "No way! He reflected the wind by clapping his hands? And now he's grown into a giant? What's going on? Our plan was perfect!"
Khayjin's face twists with frustration. "This guy is terrifying! Zane, we can't just stand here. Let's get back to business. The plan didn't work, but we still have to fight."
Zane cracks his knuckles, a fierce glint in his eye. "All my life, I've been known to joke or kid around, but this guy is a whole different beast. I've fought monsters, demons, but I've never felt such strength. He beat me up pretty good last time. Time to return the favor."
As Zane charges forward, the air seems to vibrate with anticipation.
Hela: "What is that kid? This is way too overwhelming.
Genjo: "Hmmm... where is your faith, woman of God?"
Hela: "You... (sigh)
Rouke:Genjo, these two are a lot stronger than our students. It's clear to see. Give them two months, and we'll get them on par to battle your two. As of now, they're just learning."
Genjo: "Ooooooooo... I love it so much! Seeing you so-called followers of Christ so worried and so afraid. You're all cowards."
Rouke: "God doesn't give more than we can handle. This is too much for them to handle. You're altering the order of things, Genjo."
Ark: "Don't worry, I will figure out how to free the children. Right now, they just need to survive till I can."
Back to the fight.
Zane takes a deep breath, his eyes locked on the enemy. "Okay, Divine Blade, I call upon you." He whispers the scripture, his voice filled with conviction. "No weapon formed against me shall prosper." The sky above darkens, and a lightning bolt strikes Zane's hand as he unsheathes his sword. He places his hand over the blade, and electricity crackles, imbuing the sword with divine energy.
Nobu cracks his neck, a fierce grin spreading across his face. "Time to go all out!" He summons the Eagles' Talons, ethereal claws materializing around his arms. The golden claws shimmer with an otherworldly glow as Nobu assumes a powerful stance, ready to strike.
Khayjin watches his comrades with a mix of awe and determination. "They both have these amazing techniques... all I have is my fist." He recalls Rouke's training advice: "Put that aftershock energy around your fist, like boxing gloves." Khayjin focuses, squeezing his fist tight and punching downward. A small gust of wind erupts from his fist, and he senses an invisible wind cloak enveloping his hand.
Rouke observes Khayjin's progress, a hint of pride in his voice. "He did it. He now has a constant wind circulating his hands. Seeing those other two motivated him."
Nobu: "Okay, you two were going to have to use ultimate discernment - watch each other's moves, techniques, and use each other as openings."
Zane and Khayjin: "Let's go!"
Cyro: "I didn't think I'd have to reveal my true form, but since you three have provoked me, I shall show you punishment."
Khayjin: "Alright, let's do this seriously... (Zane won't outdo me, heh)."
Nobu: "Okay, time to go for the kill."
Cyro: "I already know how you three fight. You've already lost.
The air completely stops then the battle rages.Intense speeds
Zane charges forward, his sword crackling with electricity as he unleashes a lightning-fast strike. Nobu approaches from the left, his ethereal claws gleaming with a deadly intensity. Cyro sidesteps Zane's sword attack with ease, then delivers a devastating two-handed punch that sends Zane flying off the ground. Cyro follows up with a powerful kick, sending Zane crashing to the ground.
Nobu seizes the opportunity to strike, slashing at Cyro's shoulder with his claws. The attack lands, but Cyro's sheer strength allows him to shrug off the blow. He retaliates by grabbing Nobu's wrist and slamming him against his knee. Nobu grunts in pain, but refuses to back down. He summons a burst of adrenaline and counterattacks, cutting into Cyro's leg.
Cyro attempts to kick Nobu, He dodges
With a swift motion, Nobu wraps golden silk around Cyro's legs, immobilizing him. Nobu pulls the silk tight, momentarily restraining Cyro.
Khayjin seizes the opening, appearing behind Cyro with a fierce battle cry. He unleashes a full-powered punch, striking Cyro with incredible force (SWA BOOOOOOOO.MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM). A massive eruption of wind swirls through the arena, leaving everyone stunned.
Khayjin lands and smiles
Chapter ends
Next Thursday continued.