NOVEL NEXT Chapter 30: Phase 2 - Sword Fight
Phase Two: Sword Fight
The arena transformed into a wide, open area, perfectly suited for a sword duel. The contestants were armed with weapons imbued with magical energy, each ready to showcase their swordsmanship and combat skills. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, as the audience eagerly awaited the battles that would unfold. Each contestant had their Life Bar displayed above their heads, showing their current status.
The fighters for this phase were: Guy Crimson, Milim Nava, Draguel, Luminous Valentine, Zerna, Alfa, Frey, Carrion, Clayman, Dino, Erza Scarlet, Sigma, Delta, Beta, and Frey.
The Life Bars showed everyone's initial energy levels:
Guy Crimson - 100%
Milim Nava - 100%
Draguel - 100%
Luminous Valentine - 100%
Zerna - 100%
Alfa - 100%
Frey - 100%
Carrion - 100%
Clayman - 100%
Dino - 100%
Erza Scarlet - 100%
Sigma - 100%
Delta - 100%
Beta - 100%
Frey - 100%
First Match: Zerna vs. Beta
The first match was between Zerna and Beta. Both fighters stepped forward, their swords ready to clash.
Zerna's Life Bar: 100%
Beta's Life Bar: 100%
The match began with Beta dashing forward, his speed nearly unmatched as he launched a series of rapid slashes. Zerna, however, was quick to react, her movements fluid as she parried and dodged. Her swordwork was precise, blocking Beta's attacks with ease.
Beta's quickness proved a challenge, but Zerna was no slouch. She soon found an opening, striking him with a slash across his side. Beta's Life Bar dropped to 80%.
Zerna's combat style was graceful but deadly, and she pressed her advantage. Beta tried to overwhelm her with a barrage of rapid strikes, but Zerna used her agility to weave around him, landing a blow to his ribs.
Beta's Life Bar: 55%
With a swift and decisive move, Zerna disarmed Beta, sending his sword flying out of his hands. She followed up with a quick strike, cutting across his chest, reducing his Life Bar to 30%.
Beta, now on the defensive, struggled to recover. Zerna saw her opening and delivered the finishing blow, knocking him out of the ring.
Zerna's Life Bar: 100%
Beta's Life Bar: 0%
Winner: Zerna!
Second Match: Guy Crimson vs. Carrion
Next up was the battle between Guy Crimson and Carrion. Guy, with his powerful aura, faced off against Carrion, whose divine magic was his strength.
Guy's Life Bar: 100%
Carrion's Life Bar: 100%
The fight began with Guy charging forward, his sword crackling with power. Carrion quickly erected a defensive barrier made of light, blocking Guy's attack. Guy smirked and swung his sword again, creating shockwaves that rattled the arena.
Carrion countered with his own divine magic, summoning beams of radiant light to strike at Guy. The two traded blows, the air shimmering with the force of their attacks. Guy landed a direct hit to Carrion's side, knocking him back.
Carrion's Life Bar: 85%
Carrion retaliated with a wave of light, pushing Guy back. But Guy, showing no signs of slowing down, charged again. With a devastating series of strikes, Guy broke through Carrion's defenses and landed a brutal blow to his opponent.
Carrion's Life Bar: 60%
The battle raged on, with Carrion summoning more divine energy, but Guy's overwhelming power proved to be too much. With one final strike, Guy cleaved through Carrion's defenses, sending him crashing to the ground.
Guy's Life Bar: 100%
Carrion's Life Bar: 0%
Winner: Guy Crimson!
Third Match: Milim Nava vs. Clayman
Now, the exuberant Milim Nava faced off against Clayman, the master manipulator. Milim smiled widely, eager for the fight, while Clayman adjusted his glasses and prepared his spells.
Milim's Life Bar: 100%
Clayman's Life Bar: 100%
Milim charged with explosive speed, her sword glowing brightly as she aimed for Clayman. He immediately began weaving magic, casting barriers and energy blasts to keep her at bay. But Milim was far too fast, darting in and striking with her sword, forcing Clayman to retreat.
Clayman's Life Bar: 85%
Clayman then summoned a horde of magical constructs to fight Milim, but she simply sliced through them with ease, her sword flashing brightly. Clayman created a magical shield to protect himself, but Milim's relentless attacks began to take a toll.
Clayman's Life Bar: 50%
Milim pressed forward, her strikes growing more fierce. Clayman struggled to keep up, his shield flickering under the pressure of her attacks. With a final burst of energy, Milim shattered Clayman's defenses and landed a powerful blow, sending him out of the arena.
Milim's Life Bar: 100%
Clayman's Life Bar: 0%
Winner: Milim Nava!
Fourth Match: Draguel vs. Dino
The next fight was between Draguel, the massive demon lord, and Dino, the laid-back fighter who always seemed to be in no hurry.
Draguel's Life Bar: 100%
Dino's Life Bar: 100%
Draguel's massive sword came crashing down, sending shockwaves through the arena. Dino, with a lazy grin, easily dodged, sidestepping the strike with minimal effort. Draguel's attacks continued, but Dino's agility kept him out of reach.
Dino's Life Bar: 95%
Dino then countered with his own strikes, landing a few blows to Draguel's side. Draguel roared in anger and swung his sword again, this time with a series of wide slashes meant to corner Dino.
Draguel's Life Bar: 85%
Dino continued to weave in and out of Draguel's reach, landing precise blows to Draguel's unprotected sides. With a final strike, Dino managed to disarm Draguel, leaving him with only 50% of his Life Bar. But Draguel, enraged, fought back fiercely.
Dino's Life Bar: 65%
In a flurry of attacks, Draguel pushed Dino back, landing blow after blow. The massive demon lord's power was overwhelming, and Dino's Life Bar dropped to 30%. Draguel's sword crashed down one final time, landing a devastating blow that knocked Dino out of the ring.
Draguel's Life Bar: 60%
Dino's Life Bar: 0%
Winner: Draguel!
Fifth Match: Erza Scarlet vs. Luminous Valentine
The final match of this round was between Erza Scarlet, the powerful swordswoman, and Luminous Valentine, a fighter known for her control over light magic.
Erza's Life Bar: 100%
Luminous' Life Bar: 100%
The battle began as Erza charged forward, her sword flashing in the sunlight. Luminous, with her magic at the ready, summoned beams of light to attack from a distance. Erza skillfully blocked the light projectiles and closed the distance between them.
Luminous' Life Bar: 90%
Luminous summoned a large barrier of light to protect herself, but Erza shattered it with a powerful slash. She pressed forward with relentless sword strikes, her speed and precision forcing Luminous to defend herself.
Erza's Life Bar: 95%
Luminous retaliated with blinding flashes of light, creating illusions and radiant attacks to disorient Erza. But Erza, with her sharp senses, was able to avoid most of them. With a swift strike, Erza landed a hit, pushing Luminous back.
Luminous' Life Bar: 60%
Luminous attempted one final desperate attack, using a concentrated burst of light magic, but Erza countered with a quick strike, knocking her to the ground. Luminous's Life Bar hit zero, and she was unable to recover in time.
Erza's Life Bar: 90%
Luminous' Life Bar: 0%
Winner: Erza Scarlet!
End of Phase Two: Sword Fight
With the sword fight now concluded, the remaining fighters are: Guy Crimson, Milim Nava, Draguel, Zerna, Erza Scarlet, Dino, Alfa, Sigma, Delta, Carrion, Clayman, Frey, and Beta.
The next phase, the final showdown in Magic, would determine who would claim victory in this epic tournament. With the Life Bars on full display, the tension was palpable as the contestants prepared for the ultimate battle.