Chapter 283: Divine Thunder Annihilation Eye
"Fire Obsidian Puppet."
Mo Yu's expression slightly shifted as he gazed at the massive metal puppet that suddenly appeared from the Earthflame Sect. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
The art of mechanical puppetry was a branch of artifact crafting. Although not widely practiced, its power was formidable. Among these creations, the mechanical puppets were especially potent.
In his previous life, on a continent where artifact crafting was highly developed, these metal puppets were quite common. However, on the Dou Qi Continent, while alchemy was incredibly popular, artifact crafting was significantly underdeveloped.
From Mo Yu's memory, even though the Dou Qi Continent had seen the appearance of unique techniques like the Heavenly Demon Puppet, which were different from Dou Techniques, mechanical puppets had never been heard of.
This was because creating mechanical puppets required the expertise of high-level artifact masters, individuals who were extremely rare even on his previous continent, let alone on the Dou Qi Continent.
Seeing Mo Yu's surprised expression, a trace of pride flashed in Yan's eyes. This Fire Obsidian Puppet had been discovered when the Earthflame Sect unearthed a long-forgotten cave while mining fire obsidian crystals.
Although the ancient cave had mostly decayed over time and contained little of real value, it did house a relatively well-preserved Fire Obsidian Puppet.
The puppet was created by an ancient master of mechanical puppetry, using fire obsidian and special metals. At its peak, it rivaled the strength of a high-level Dou Emperor. Moreover, it felt no pain, making it a perfect war machine.
Unfortunately, due to its age, the puppet had suffered significant damage. Since there were no skilled artifact masters to repair it, the Earthflame Sect could only restore its power to that of a half-step Dou Emperor.
Still, the sect's leaders were satisfied. A half-step Dou Emperor was still a powerful force, and in the Black-Corner Region, a Dou Emperor was considered top-tier strength.
With this Fire Obsidian Puppet, the Earthflame Sect essentially gained another Dou Emperor. Their overall strength would increase significantly.
Originally, Yan had planned to keep the puppet as a last resort, only to be used when the sect was facing its most desperate moment. But now, seeing how formidable Mo Yu appeared—especially with the presence of the mysterious Zi Huo—he was forced to reveal the sect's trump card.
With this puppet on their side, the Earthflame Sect had the equivalent of two Dou Emperors. Mo Yu's Yuan Manor didn't even seem to have a single Dou Emperor. What chance did they stand?
It wasn't just Yan who noticed this; the onlookers in the city also realized the significance of the situation.
"The Earthflame Sect truly lives up to its reputation as an established top-tier force. With a trump card like this, it seems Yuan Manor will suffer," one person muttered.
"Yeah, a mechanical puppet! That's something from ancient times. Who would have thought the Earthflame Sect had one?"
"Tsk, tsk... I've heard of this Mo Yu before. He was the one who killed Gao Li not too long ago. And it turns out he's also the master of Yuan Manor. But unfortunately, it looks like his first big battle will end in defeat."
Many spectators shook their heads, doubtful of Yuan Manor's chances. In the Black-Corner Region, the rise and fall of powers was common. When new forces challenged established ones, they either succeeded and replaced them or failed and paid a heavy price.
It seemed likely that Yuan Manor would fall into the latter category.
On the Yuan Manor side, when they saw the Fire Obsidian Puppet, even figures like Xiao Li and Ling Feng couldn't help but grow solemn.
An additional Dou Emperor-level opponent was a huge problem for Yuan Manor.
"Don't worry, I'll handle the puppet. As for the Earthflame Sect's Great Elder, Zi Yan, can you take him?" Mo Yu smiled slightly, patting Zi Yan's head playfully.
"You mean the old white-haired man? Don't worry, I got it," Zi Yan replied confidently, shaking her fist with a smile.
Seeing this, Mo Yu nodded with a smile. With Zi Yan's strength, unless she faced a peak Dou King like Gao Li, no other Dou King could suppress her.
After giving more instructions to Xiao Li and the others, Mo Yu stepped forward into the sky, standing opposite the Fire Obsidian Puppet.
As the leader of Yuan Manor, it was his duty to step up in times of crisis. Besides, even though the puppet had the strength of a half-step Dou Emperor, it wasn't a true Dou Emperor. With Mo Yu's power, he had a chance to defeat it.
Seeing Mo Yu's bold move, the members of Yuan Manor were both shocked and inspired, their fighting spirit soaring.
"Hmph, boy, you're courting death!"
Yan sneered as he watched Mo Yu approach the Fire Obsidian Puppet. Even though the puppet only had the strength of a quasi-Dou Emperor, its defense was far stronger than that of Gao Li. Not even Yan himself could easily deal with it.
For Mo Yu, a mere Five-Star Dou King, to try to defeat the puppet was nothing short of delusional.
With that thought, Yan took out a fiery red token from his spatial ring. Pointing at Mo Yu, he commanded the puppet with a simple order: "Kill him!"
The moment the command was given, the puppet did not respond verbally. Instead, its cold and violent gaze locked onto Mo Yu, filled with murderous intent.
"Roar!"
With a hoarse roar, the Fire Obsidian Puppet vanished from its spot. In the next instant, a blazing red arm tore through space, charging straight toward Mo Yu.
"So fast!"
Seeing this, Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed. He quickly summoned the Divine Black Thunder Spear and raised it in front of him to block the attack.
"Clang!"
The ear-piercing sound of metal colliding rang out, and a massive shockwave rippled through the area. The ground cracked like a spiderweb, spreading outward from the point of impact.
"Boom!"
The red arm and the black spear clashed for just a moment before Mo Yu was violently shaken. His body trembled as he was sent skidding back several dozen steps through the air before he could stabilize himself.
Everyone watching the clash froze in disbelief. The sheer force behind that one punch left them all stunned, a wave of shock rising uncontrollably in their hearts.
"As expected of a mechanical puppet! So powerful. If Mo Yu doesn't have some hidden trump card, it looks like he'll fall here today," many people thought, their faces serious.
The Fire Obsidian Puppet's power was just as they had imagined.
While Mo Yu was locked in battle with the puppet, the rest of Yuan Manor and the Earthflame Sect had also begun their full-scale war, with intense battles erupting all across Earthflame City.
Aside from Mo Yu's fight with the puppet, the most eye-catching battle was the clash between Zi Huo and Yan.
What shocked everyone was how well Zi Huo was holding his own against Yan. As one of the top ten experts on the Black-Corner Region's Black List, Yan's strength was well known. He was one of the region's elite fighters.
But now, against this unknown brute, Yan was slowly being pushed into a corner.
Yan, who had once maintained an air of superiority, was now barely able to keep up. Zi Huo's wild, beast-like strength and terrifying physical power were overwhelming Yan, forcing him into a defensive position.
Had it not been for Yan's high-level Dou Techniques and hidden trump cards, he would have been in even more danger.
Meanwhile, across the battlefield, the Great Elder of the Earthflame Sect, a Seven-Star Dou King known throughout the Black-Corner Region, found himself facing a young girl who appeared no older than ten.
To everyone's shock, the Great Elder dared not directly clash with the girl's monstrous strength, instead opting to dodge her relentless attacks. The sight left the audience dumbfounded. How could a mere child be so powerful?
Elsewhere, the leaders of Yuan Manor's Tiger Hall and Wolf Hall had engaged the second and third elders of the Earthflame Sect, while the sect's fourth elder was surrounded by three vice commanders of Yuan Manor, all at the quasi-Dou King level.
Even among the lower ranks, the Yuan Manor disciples were showing surprising strength, often overpowering opponents of the same rank with ease.
To everyone's astonishment, the Earthflame Sect was slowly but surely being pushed back. It was rare for a new force to challenge an old one and come out on top like this.
Some spectators even began placing bets on the outcome, wondering if Yuan Manor could truly rise to prominence by defeating such a well-established power.
As the crowd speculated, all eyes slowly turned toward Mo Yu and the Fire Obsidian Puppet. Unlike the other battles, which seemed evenly matched, the outcome of this fight could determine the fate of both sides.
Whoever won here would likely secure victory for their faction.
Back in the battle, Mo Yu's clash with the Fire Obsidian Puppet was growing more intense by the minute.
The puppet stomped the ground, vanishing in a blur of motion. Its raw speed alone created sonic booms as it rushed toward Mo Yu, leaving everyone watching in awe.
Mo Yu's silver eyes narrowed again. After their brief exchange, he realized that the puppet was far stronger than Gao Li had been. Its body was incredibly durable, and it felt no pain. Even a low-level Dou Emperor might struggle against it.
If not for Mo Yu's perfected Thunder Body and his deep reserves of strength, he would have been defeated by now.
Still, he was growing weary from enduring the puppet's repeated heavy blows.
"It seems I'll have to try that technique. I just hope the mechanical puppets on the Dou Qi Continent aren't too different from those in my previous life."
Making up his mind, Mo Yu no longer hesitated. A terrifying aura suddenly erupted from within him, and in the next moment, his silver eyes began to glow with a lightning-like brilliance.
"Boom!"
A deafening thunderclap echoed across the sky. Simultaneously, dark clouds began to gather, and in an instant, the once clear sky was filled with swirling storm clouds, crackling with lightning.
As the lightning crackled in the sky, an overwhelming force of thunder energy surged forth, making everyone tremble involuntarily.
"What is this...?"
Everyone's eyes turned toward Mo Yu. Their expressions shifted as they saw the silver-eyed youth standing in the sky, surrounded by an aura of divine thunder.
Even Yan, who had just barely withstood a punch from Zi Huo, looked toward Mo Yu, his throat tightening.
This terrifying thunder energy—it was impossible!
"What... What kind of power does this kid have?"
Even Yan, the mighty sect leader, felt a sense of defeat creeping into his heart. Mo Yu had already amazed him with the two Earth-Tier Dou Techniques used to kill Gao Li. But now, he was revealing yet another frightening ability.
"Those silver eyes... What kind of constitution is this?"
Yan and the others couldn't sense any Dou Qi flowing through Mo Yu's body, but the terrifying energy seemed to be coming from his silver eyes. They stared in awe at the strange, otherworldly glow of Mo Yu's gaze.
At that moment, Mo Yu's eyes seemed like pools of endless lightning, deep and unfathomable.
As everyone's gaze locked on Mo Yu's eerie silver eyes, a tingling sensation crept through their bodies, sending shivers down their spines.
"What terrifying eyes... What terrifying thunder energy..." they whispered, their voices trembling with fear and awe.
In the sky above, thick bolts of lightning snaked through the storm clouds like massive silver serpents. Occasionally, the serpents collided, sending thunderous booms reverberating through the heavens. The sheer force of the storm made everyone feel a sense of helplessness.
With each passing second, the lightning intensified, forming a scene of thunderous chaos above Mo Yu.
Seeing this, the onlookers couldn't help but gulp. Mo Yu looked like the embodiment of a thunder god.
Under the awestruck gazes of the crowd, Mo Yu took a step forward. His silver eyes glinted as he looked up at the writhing mass of lightning above him, a faint smile playing on his lips.
The Fire Obsidian Puppet, which had remained expressionless up until now, suddenly displayed a very human-like reaction of fear. Its face contorted as it stared at Mo Yu's glowing silver eyes.
The spectators held their breath, their faces flushed with shock.
In the next instant, Mo Yu's silver eyes flashed, and the mass of lightning above him condensed into countless bolts of silver thunder, each about half a meter long.
With a roar that shook the heavens, the silver thunderbolts descended from the sky like a storm of serpents, all aimed at the Fire Obsidian Puppet.
"Divine Thunder Annihilation Eye!"
(End of Chapter)
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