To know the enemy and the self (2)
The opposite of efficiency was waste. In other words, the less waste there was the more efficiency. Yoon-seok had been trying to reduce his waste as much as possible, but it wasn’t easy compared to other challengers.
Although it was reduced due to Skill Synthesis, Yoon-seok still acquired many skills from b Predation}. Therefore, he thought that it would be beneficial to continue ascending instead of stopping to increase his proficiency. His proficiency was bound to be filled in someday, and he improved way faster in trials. Of course, now that he was against himself, that judgment was returned to him with interest…
‘That’s great.’
He was willing to accept this trial. If he could identify his shortcomings, he just had to make up for them since time would solve them through trial and error. What’s more, he had a clear textbook before him, so all he had to do was watch and learn.
Yoon-seok admitted it coolly. He still lacked confidence compared to his opponent. Thus, he would have to drag it on as long as he could.
「By Lady’s Commandment, no healing effects will be lost within the realm.」
That’s why he canceled the suppression of healing first. He wondered what would happen when the two conflicting premises were combined, but they were completely offset.
“Avatar.”
Next, Yoon-seok rose to the sky using Avatar’s wings to buy time. The opponent also followed using Avatar, but the distance remained constant due to their similar speeds.
‘Let’s start with b Azure Dragon’s Energy}….’
In terms of strength, he was at a disadvantage. Therefore, that part needs to be addressed first.
Whoooooosh!
Yoon-seok infused Azure Dragon Energy into the sword lathered with Bloodseeker Energy. As if in protest, the two refused to mix. It was blocked just like the times he tried before. But…
‘There’s no need to mix.’
His clone revealed a new way. Water and oil didn’t have to be mixed. If they could synergize…
Then that was enough.
‘…Done.’
After a few trials, Yoon-seok succeeded. Azure Dragon’s Energy contained the Bloodseeker’s Energy that was always difficult and violent to control by coating it. If Bloodseeker’s Energy was an active volcano on full blast, now it looked right before the explosion.
‘Then…’
Now his last preparation for combat was done. Yoon-seok immediately stopped his ascent. Turning downward, he confronted his other self beneath him.
Whikkkkkkk!
Boom, boom, boom!
Their swords clashed with a loud whistle. However, this time, he didn’t lag in strength and achieved a tie. No, Yoon-seok, who came down from the top, gained a slight advantage with his acceleration and weight.
But when they were approaching the ground…
‘So I could use it this way.’
A hand suddenly popped out of the opponent’s chest and grabbed Yoon-seok’s neck. He knew as soon as he saw what skill was applied. Avatar’s ability to transform his body was being used and controlled in real-time.
‘If he can do it, I can do it too.’
Believing so, Yoon-seok also responded with the same tactic. The important thing was to embody the image in your head.
Plorkk!
Sharp thorns sprouted out of Yoon-seok’s neck, mercilessly shredding the hand around his neck.
“…”
Even though enhanced pain was added through b Torture Technician}, his opponent didn’t let out a single whine of pain. However, he wondered if his concentration was dropping. Yoon-seok created and threw 5 Bloodseeker Swords, but only three formed in response. However, those three blades began to divide into several pieces.
It was a profound mixture of Bloodseeker Sword and Shifting.
‘So this is something I can do.’
For the first time, he wasn’t pushed back. Yoon-seok was pleased and struck back with the same method.
Boom, boom, boom!
In an instant, dozens of Bloodseeker Swords collided, and soon most of them were equalized. Then, the few surviving swords headed for his opponent.
‘Now, what is he going to do?’
They were battling each other with the Judgment Sword, and Yoon-seok proved more dominant during the Bloodseeker Sword match. In this situation, what choice would his clone make?
The answer was simple.
Swoooooooosh!
Not the best option, but second best. He used Moonlight Sword to intercept Bloodseeker Swords from a long distance with b Trajectory Enhancement}.
Not bad except for the fact that Yoon-seok’s Moonlight Sword was now freely held in his other hand.
“…”
He didn’t intend to miss his winning chance now. The moment Yoon-seok’s opponent blocked the Bloodseeker’s Sword, slipping through the gap, he stabbed his sword through their heart. But…
“Force Shield.”
Rank B- skills he acquired from the demon. Yoon-seok’s sword was blocked by Force Shield. However, Yoon-seok didn’t think it was a pity.
‘It’s the same whether he induces or blocks a blow anyway.’
After gaining b Bloodseeker’s Ultimatum}, he’d crushed his heart, smashed his brain, and cut off his neck, yet he still didn’t die. But that didn’t mean he was immortal. Bloodseeker’s Energy was consumed in healing his body. In other words, Bloodseeker’s Energy was vital to his life force, and Force Shield consumed magic in proportion to the impact.
‘After all, the question is who will fall on the ground first.’
After all the meaningless struggle, he attempted to retrieve his extended sword.
Yoon-seok frowned. The sword remained stuck as if it had glue on it.
“…Sticky?”
The fundamental technique of the Flowing Sword restricted the opponent’s sword by relaxing when the opponent was flexing and flexing when the opponent was relaxing. But it was a little different from what Yoon-seok knew.
Just as he tried to twist the flow and stop using the technique.
‘Graft?’
Yoon-seok’s sword was bent at a vertical angle, then headed for Yoon-seok’s neck.
“Force Shield.”
Yoon-seok used Force Shield as a defense, consuming a lump of his energy.
‘It is good as a defense, but the consumption rate is too high….’
The blows exchanged midair resulted in a tie. But, considering how his opponent didn’t lose the gloves’ effects in the first combat, he still had the upper score. Soon, Yoon-seok used his wings to cover his opponent’s body.
He then accelerated down to the ground.
Whikkkkkkkkkk!
The two bodies shot rapidly down to the ground. It seemed obvious that neither of them would be safe if they collided with the ground. Each of their heads would burst, and a large chunk of their energy would need to be consumed to heal. His opponent struggled to get out of his grasp, but Yoon-seok put more strength to hold him tighter.
‘Not yet…’
30m, 20m, 10m…
No Comments Yet
Post a new comment
Register or Login