Chapter 643 “Request for Subscription” VS Ancient Mechanical Civilization Light (10k)
Due to the lack of environment, Dark had not, as Jessica imagined, conducted flight training with every Mana Spirit.
Among them, “Agumon,” who is now “Teratigermon,” was indeed a fish that slipped through the net.
Moreover, the characteristic of Digimon is that each evolution fundamentally alters their biological traits, akin to reprogramming DNA.
For example, even if “Agumon” isn’t afraid of heights, “Teratigermon” might still have acrophobia.
Of course, it wouldn’t be that extreme.
At most, it wouldn’t be able to control the “Flight Spell” well.
But this was a serious matter for “Teratigermon,” who had always looked forward to showcasing itself on the stage of duels.
“To fly or not to fly?”
Surrounded by the “Flight Spell,” “Teratigermon” felt an upward force enveloping its body, ready to soar into the sky with just a step underfoot.
But what after that?
It couldn’t control itself!
…
When Dark successfully activated the “Flight Spell,” Else Kevin had already completed the first summon of the second round.
Between flashes of summoning light, a silver mechanical sphere materialized.
The surface of the mechanical sphere was etched with geometric circuits, and upon closer inspection, eight circular circuits were evenly distributed.
To avoid “Teratigermon’s” attack, Else Kevin chose to summon it above the Blue Side Summoning Area.
It hovered near the Blue Side Mana Guidance Ball, slightly larger than the Mana Guidance Ball’s Life Barrier.
Dark’s first glance almost made him mistake it for an upgraded version of “Shell Armor.”
But in reality, it wasn’t.
[Card Name: Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark]
[Type: Elemental Card]
[Level: ???]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel/Dark]
[Mana: 1500]
[Attack: 1000]
[Defense: 1000]
[Ultimate Skill: Hyper Core Assembly, Shadow Twin]
The “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark” was summoned and immediately unleashed its ultimate skill “Shadow Twin” under Else Kevin’s command.
Then, the eight circular circuits on its surface suddenly opened, revealing eight holes.
From these holes, dark energy spewed out, quickly replicating a black copy identical to the original beside it.
…
Considering that Else Kevin wouldn’t waste effort at such a critical moment, Dark immediately realized that this replica could likely be considered a sacrifice!
Although this ultimate skill was not as powerful as “Greed Slime II’s” “Division and Conquest,” it was already quite formidable as a directly summonable three-star Mana Spirit.
Moreover, the new ultimate skill obtained after assembling the “Ancient Mechanical Component” was basically derived from the fusion of the base components’ ultimate skills.
In other words, if “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark” was used as one of the components, the resulting ultimate skill would probably inherit part of the effect of “Shadow Twin.”
This way, perhaps two six-star Mana Spirits could be obtained at once?
…
But why didn’t Else Kevin use this “Ancient Mechanical Component” in the first round?
Dark clearly noticed that this “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark” was not a newly acquired Mana Card in the second round, but one of the five cards in hand from the start!
Else Kevin had drawn this “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark” from the beginning but did not choose to summon it.
“Could it be that the ‘Ancient Mechanical Component’ cannot be assembled infinitely like the ‘Mechanical Component’?”
Dark began to ponder.
He clearly remembered that Else Kevin had used four “Mechanical Components” to assemble a seven-star “Mechanical Leader” — though that “Mechanical Leader” only had four-star stats.
If the “Ancient Mechanical Component” could be assembled infinitely like the “Mechanical Component,” then Else Kevin could have summoned three “Ancient Mechanical Components” in the first round, forming a nine-star Mana Spirit!
In that case, even “Teratigermon” would be suppressed.
This showed there must be some restriction.
“Is it a restriction based on attributes, like incompatible attributes cannot be assembled?”
“Or is it a restriction on the number of base components, allowing only two base components to be assembled?”
While Dark was briefly thinking, he saw Else Kevin starting the next round of summoning.
Then, he suddenly noticed, “Teratigermon” was still looking up in place!
“Teratigermon?”
He urgently reminded.
…
Dark’s call turned into courage, pouring into “Teratigermon’s” heart.
It suddenly focused, making a firm decision.
“Fly!”
Then, in the next instant, “Teratigermon’s” body shot towards the Blue Side Mana Guidance Ball above like a thrown stone!
— And then narrowly missed it!
The “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark” and its replica hovering nearby did not move.
…
Announcer Jessica Gardner silently said, “I take back my previous statement.”
…
“Huh…”
The sudden flight of “Teratigermon” genuinely startled Else Kevin.
But when he saw “Teratigermon” precisely pass through the gap between the Blue Side Mana Guidance Ball and “Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark,” he suddenly relaxed and immediately summoned: “By the name of Else Kevin, offer up the ‘Ancient Mechanical Component? Dark’ and its replica as sacrifices, Sacrificial Summon — ‘Mechanical Dragon’!”
When this incantation echoed through the venue via the amplifier, Dark instantly became alert.
The two Mana Cards he drew in the second round were “Flight Spell” and “Gluttony III.”
“Flight Spell” was perfectly suited.
But “Gluttony III” could not substantially change the current situation.
Even if he used “Gluttony III” to evolve “Little Cubone” into “Cubone,” it would not cause any damage to airborne targets.
So he initially planned to hold off on using “Gluttony III” for later.
However, the successful summoning of “Mechanical Dragon” made the situation on the field once again uncertain.
Dark had a particularly vivid memory of this Mana Spirit.
Back in the Novice Tournament, Else Kevin used “Shell Armor” to complete a ritual, ultimately special summoning “Mechanical Dragon.”
That “Mechanical Dragon,” which was extremely powerful among six-star Mana Spirits, was promptly destroyed by “Bastemon”!
…
But the effects of summoning “Mechanical Dragon” in the ninth round versus the second round are completely different.
Now, “Teratigermon’s” three ultimate skills were all on cooldown.
“Mechanical Dragon,” however, was in a perfect state.
And the sky was “Mechanical Dragon’s” domain; “Teratigermon” could not win in aerial combat.
“Teratigermon, return to the ground!”
Thus, taking advantage of “Mechanical Dragon” emerging from the Sacrificial Summoning Array, Dark immediately commanded “Teratigermon” to descend.
…
This order was undoubtedly a sweet sound to “Teratigermon.”
It hurriedly controlled the mana to brake and dived downward.
Else Kevin flicked his fingers, moving the Blue Side Mana Guidance Ball away from “Teratigermon’s” dive path.
“Teratigermon” returned to the ground, instantly gaining momentum.
And Dark immediately summoned “Little Cubone”!
…
At this moment, “Mechanical Dragon” finally descended amidst the audience’s cheers.
[Card Name: Mechanical Dragon]
[Type: Elemental Card]
[Level: ??????]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel/Dragon]
[Mana: 2500]
[Attack: 3000]
[Defense: 2500]
[Ultimate Skill: Steel Charge, Metal Storm]
The “Mechanical Dragon” was entirely silver, with dragon horns tightly attached to the scalp and extending backward, making the dragon head nearly triangular.
Its body was smooth yet textured, with a long neck, silver wings sharp like blades, and two claws shimmering with dazzling light.
Its lower limbs were thick, with an extremely long tail ending in two antenna-like appendages.
Silver metal scales were sharply defined, sparkling under autumn sunlight, exuding great charm.
After summoning “Mechanical Dragon,” Else Kevin’s eyes clearly showed confidence.
He held the other Mana Card drawn in the second round, waiting for the Sacrificial Summoning Spell’s cooldown to end before summoning.
During this interval, his voice suddenly rose as he gave commands to “Mechanical Dragon.”
“Mechanical Dragon, unleash the ultimate skill — Steel Charge!”
…
At this moment, “Teratigermon” was already on the ground, while “Little Cubone” was manifesting in the Red Side Summoning Area.
Dark watched “Mechanical Dragon” plummet from the sky, turning into a silver arrow, and solemnly said, “Teratigermon, block it!”
“Bzzz—”
“Mechanical Dragon’s” wings tore through the air, a harsh screech echoing throughout the venue, its speed astonishing.
“Teratigermon” had no means to dodge, forced to endure!
But defense without offense was not “Teratigermon’s” style.
Its hind legs shifted backward, waist sinking, then gathering strength upward, roaring fiercely, thrusting upward.
A massive collision horn struck the charging “Mechanical Dragon!
“Boom!”
“Teratigermon’s” huge collision horn was actually snapped off!
Under the boost of the ultimate skill, “Mechanical Dragon’s” strength prevailed.
After breaking the collision horn, it continued its charge, slamming into “Teratigermon’s” head armor.
“Crack!”
The armor actually cracked.
“Roar!”
Yet a roar seemed to burst forth from its throat.
“Teratigermon” did not retreat a single step; despite its lowered head, it stubbornly resisted, lifting its muscular arms, sharp claws gripping inward, and firmly grasping “Mechanical Dragon’s” head.
It forcibly lifted “Mechanical Dragon’s” head, then surged with power, roaring again:
“Roar!”
“Mechanical Dragon’s” massive body was slammed forcefully into the ground by “Teratigermon”!
“BOOM!”
The ground trembled, and the screech of “Mechanical Dragon” resounded.
The entire spectator area erupted in excitement.
Announcer Jessica hurriedly screamed, “Oh my god, the ‘Mechanical Dragon,’ which should have been dominant, was slammed onto the ground! What went wrong? Third-year Else Kevin has fallen behind again!”
“Behind you???!”
Else Kevin’s forehead twitched as he stared at the struggling “Mechanical Dragon” and roared:
Unable to maintain, the defenses were already breached in just the second round.
The atmosphere of the duel thus intensified.
Dark’s eyes shone brightly as he pressed down on the “Gluttony III” in his hand and shouted loudly, “Teratigermon, grab its neck! Stomp on its wings! Don’t let it fly!”
“Roar!”
Teratigermon immediately took a step forward, bent down, and grabbed the slender neck of “Mechanical Dragon,” then flipped its massive body over, stomping hard on its wing with all its might, pressing it down firmly.
“Screech—”
Mechanical Dragon let out a sharp screech, and strong currents of air shot out from under its wings, but Teratigermon exerted a sudden force, stomping down on that wing again. With only one wing, it couldn’t flip over.
The ultimate skill “Metal Storm” could not be used.
Teratigermon, despite having its horns broken and shell shattered, was still overwhelming Mechanical Dragon in terms of momentum!
Their basic attributes were not too different; this shouldn’t have happened.
However, the situation had reached this point. After successfully suppressing Mechanical Dragon, Teratigermon’s momentum surged even higher. Its huge mouth, full of sharp teeth, opened wide and bit fiercely at Mechanical Dragon’s neck!
…
“In the name of Else Kevin, Mana Summon — ‘Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor’!”
Else Kevin raised the Mana Spirit Card in his hand high, and silver light burst from the card, flowing onto Mechanical Dragon’s body, pushing back its teeth forcefully.
“Bang!”
Else Kevin slammed his hand on the table and roared, “Mechanical Dragon, stand up!”
“Roar!” Mechanical Dragon finally roared.
The silver light covering its body burst forth, coalescing into mechanical armor thicker than dragon scales.
Its body became heavier, but it also gained stronger power and defense!
Teratigermon gradually found it difficult to suppress it.
With its arm connected to its wing, it suddenly pushed up, spraying out more air currents from beneath its wing, struggling to rise.
“Gukong! Wuuu—”
But from the red side’s summoning area, a long horn sound suddenly echoed.
Little Cubone picked up the newly manifested “War Horn” and blew it hard, puffing up its cheeks.
Behind it, the shadow of a seasoned warrior appeared, a giant rhinoceros raising its head and roaring.
That roar was like thunder, instantly interrupting Mechanical Dragon’s rising momentum and even causing it to feel a slight fear.
Teratigermon, amidst the horn’s sound, felt rage surge within, its eyes becoming more frenzied. A force erupted from its body, increasing its strength by 300 points!
Teratigermon and Mechanical Dragon’s strength balanced out once again.
But Mechanical Dragon’s “Metal Storm” had already been unleashed, and the powerful currents of air from its wings finally allowed it to flip over.
Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor also gave Mechanical Dragon stronger defense.
Silver light like blades formed around its body, quickly assembling into “Metal Storm”!
But Teratigermon’s arm storm slashed through, yet did not retreat.
It even clenched its claws into a fist, striking down forcefully, piercing through the newly formed yet insufficient “Metal Storm,” and hitting Mechanical Dragon’s cheek.
“Bang!”
Mechanical Dragon’s mouth was twisted by the punch.
It could no longer continue to use “Metal Storm.”
It lifted its wing-claws, trying to grab Teratigermon’s arm to press it back.
However, Teratigermon, who had been observing Wrestler Eagle’s training every day and night, though not strong in unarmed skills, was enough to suppress these Mana Spirits.
Teratigermon was soon pressed back.
Teratigermon struck it again, right in the eye.
Despite the armor protection, its eyeball almost burst.
But when Teratigermon tried to press on, Mechanical Dragon’s body suddenly turned into light and disappeared, leaving only the Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor on the ground!
Teratigermon looked up sharply, discovering a new Sacrificial Summon circle floating above!
Indeed, the second round had already passed, and both players had drawn their cards.
Seeing that Mechanical Dragon could not escape, Else Kevin decisively sacrificed it and summoned a new Mana Spirit!
Using a six-star Mana Spirit as a sacrifice, he summoned another six-star Mana Spirit.
This seemingly disadvantageous move was actually a strategic play when necessary.
Moreover, the Mana Spirit summoned this time was the “Ancient Mechanical Giant”!
[Card Name: Ancient Mechanical Giant]
[Type: Mana Spirit Card]
[Level: ????]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel Type]
[Mana: 2600]
[Attack: 3000]
[Defense: 3000]
[Ultimate Skill: Million Ton Steel Fist, Mechanical Revolution]
The all-around “Ancient Mechanical Giant” was one of Else Kevin’s strongest single Mana Spirit Cards.
Unlike Mechanical Dragon, Ancient Mechanical Giant can install a “Mechanical Core,” which will transform it!
However, Else Kevin’s hand didn’t have a “Mechanical Core” at the moment.
He added one of the two new Mana Spirit Cards he drew in the third round to his deck and looked intensely at the field.
Next, it was time for the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” to pick up and wear the “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” left behind by Mechanical Dragon!
[Card Name: Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor]
[Type: Item Card]
[Effect: +300 Attack, +500 Defense, limited to Mechanical Species.]
Once equipped with “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor,” Ancient Mechanical Giant would gain attack and defense comparable to a seven-star Mana Spirit Card.
If the ultimate skill “Mechanical Revolution” was triggered, it would become even stronger!
Moreover, Ancient Mechanical Giant, being tall and heavy, could never be physically suppressed by Teratigermon again!
Just as he was certain, his expression suddenly changed, his pupils shrinking.
Something inexplicable was unfolding before his eyes!
…
On the Red Side’s Competitors’ Platform.
While Else Kevin was busy summoning, Dark Demon couldn’t just watch idly.
The two Mana Spirit Cards he obtained in the third round were:
[Piplup]
[Dream Demon]
These Mana Spirit Cards made him completely abandon the idea of continuing to keep “Gluttony III.”
Teratigermon seemed to grow stronger with each battle, but in reality, it was suffering severe Mana drain.
If he didn’t strengthen his lineup now, they might fall into a passive position.
Little Cubone’s evolution was inevitable.
“In the name of Dark Demon, Mana Summon — ‘Gluttony III’!”
As Ancient Mechanical Giant rose, Little Cubone also completed its transformation under the glow of “Gluttony III.”
And remarkably, after evolving, Little Cubone did not immediately lie down but walked quickly like a nimble fat man to the front of Teratigermon, picking up the “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” left behind by Mechanical Dragon.
[Pick Up: During combat, you can pick up dropped or discarded items, temporarily gaining their usage; the original owner cannot reclaim or remove them.]
[Pick Up (Additional Effect): Little Cubone has an insatiable desire for everything it lacks (especially food) and often picks up discarded or placed items (food).]
To be honest, even Dark himself had almost forgotten about this ultimate skill of Little Cubone and Cubone.
This was because since Little Cubone moved into the clubroom, Dark hadn’t seen it picking up “junk,” so he naturally overlooked this ultimate skill.
In the duel arena.
Cubone, happily wearing the “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” it picked up.
[Cubone: +300 Attack, +500 Defense!]
[Card Name: Cubone]
[Type: Mana Spirit Card]
[Level: ????]
[Race: Avian-beast Kin]
[Attribute: Normal Type]
[Mana: 4000]
[Attack: 2000+300]
[Defense: 2500+500]
[Ultimate Skill: Pick Up, Sleep, Heavy Step, Earthquake]
Contrary to expectations, Cubone successfully equipped with “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor,” transforming into a mechanical species, wrapped in steel.
Else Kevin tightly watched Cubone, his heart surging.
“How is this possible?”
If it was just the equipment being picked up, it would have been fine. But seeing Cubone equip the “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” on itself, Else Kevin’s mindset completely exploded!
“Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” was an equipment card he had forged himself. He knew very well the effects and limitations of this card.
Non-Mechanical Species Mana Spirits absolutely could not equip “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor”!
Neither Little Cubone nor Cubone looked like they belonged to the Mechanical Species!
“I can’t think about this anymore!”
Else Kevin abruptly cut off his thoughts and immediately removed the “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” Mana Spirit Card, canceling the summon!
Normally, if someone forcibly took away a summoned item or equipment, such a simple and direct method could be used to retrieve it.
However, he failed!
“It can’t be canceled!”
Else Kevin was completely unsettled.
He even thought of the worst-case scenario — “Hyper Alloy Mechanical Armor” being taken away!
He had never experienced such a situation before, so he felt somewhat panicked.
But at this point, there wasn’t much he could do.
“Ancient Mechanical Giant!”
He tightly watched Dark’s two Mana Spirits, reluctantly moving his gaze from Cubone to Teratigermon.
After the battle with Mechanical Dragon, Teratigermon’s remaining Mana wouldn’t be much.
“First deal with one! Attack that T-rex!”
The enormous Ancient Mechanical Giant immediately started moving towards Teratigermon.
Half the distance of a hundred meters was covered in an instant.
It suddenly raised its right arm, gathering silver light in its palm.
Fingers clenched, the light shone through, enveloping the entire fist in a large ball of light.
Steel-type energy boiled wildly.
But then, Dark quickly issued commands.
“Teratigermon, retreat and take flight.”
“Cubone, Heavy Step! Earthquake!”
The two Mana Spirits on the field immediately followed orders.
Teratigermon, though slightly reluctant, retreated and took flight.
Of course, it only flew half a meter before swaying uncontrollably.
But this already provided space for Cubone.
“Gukong!”
Unfortunately, Ancient Mechanical Giant…
(Translation truncated due to text cut-off in source material.)
The giant did not have wings.
As “Kabigon” approached, it slowly raised its right leg and then stomped down like a heavy hammer!
Rumble!
The entire field trembled with a circular shockwave spreading out from the point of impact.
The “Ancient Mechanical Giant” had nowhere to dodge and was hit squarely in the chest and abdomen by this shockwave.
High-frequency vibrations transmitted through the shockwave caused its entire body to shake like a bundle of reeds.
However, the finishing move “Heavy Stomp” failed to daze it.
Despite shaking all over, the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” managed to maintain balance thanks to its weight advantage.
But the next moment,
The second finishing move of “Kabigon” swiftly followed.
Finishing move — “Earthquake”!
Triggered simultaneously with “Heavy Stomp,” “Earthquake” produced a second, even stronger shockwave half a second later.
The terrifying shockwave instantly struck the “Ancient Mechanical Giant,” which struggled to stabilize itself, causing its entire body to collapse backward like a landslide.
Bang!
The “Million Ton Steel Fist” that was halfway through dissipating vanished the instant it touched the ground.
The entire dueling arena shook violently due to the “Earthquake.”
Even standing on the competitor’s platform, one could feel the obvious shaking.
But such a terrifying large-scale finishing move only excited the audience more.
“Ancient Mechanical Giant!”
Else Kevin steadied their footing and shouted loudly.
That fallen “Ancient Mechanical Giant” actually supported themselves with their hands and slowly stood up!
The situation was tense to the point of suffocation.
—
The third round passed in a blink.
Both players simultaneously stretched their hands towards their decks, drawing two new Mana Summoning Cards in succession.
Dark’s field situation was clearly in the lead, so they remained calm while drawing cards.
But Else Kevin’s field situation was already at a critical juncture; they needed… a divine draw to turn the tide!
“Mechanical Core,” or…
Else Kevin placed the two new Mana Summoning Cards into their hand, quickly scanning them, feeling a sense of despair.
There was no “Mechanical Core”!
—
Fate could not always favor the weak.
In this situation, Else Kevin calmed down and swiftly summoned a card drawn from the deck.
Although the situation was already dire, it wasn’t time to concede yet.
On the red side’s platform, Dark also added two new Mana Summoning Cards to their hand.
[Lion Beast]
[Fortune Die]
Why include “Fortune Die” in the deck?
Perhaps just to retain some dignity as a person of joy.
Dark drew the “Mana Spirit” acquired last round and summoned it immediately.
“In the name of Dark Demon, Mana Summoning — ‘Mana Spirit’!”
A cute little emerald-green creature materialized from the summoning light, then turned around and made a big face at Dark: “Hehehe—”
Dark pointed and said, “Go, smash the blue Mana Guidance Ball for me.”
The “Mana Spirit” turned around and floated towards the blue Mana Guidance Ball.
Exhausted from the masquerade ball last night, the gemstone on its chest was dim, but it still had the strength to chase after the Mana Guidance Ball.
After all, the Mana Guidance Ball wouldn’t retaliate.
But just as it charged forward, a summoning light illuminated directly opposite in mid-air.
Else Kevin summoned another Mana Spirit again.
[Card Name: Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly]
[Type: Elemental Card]
[Level: ???]
[Race: Mechanical Species]
[Attribute: Steel/Flying]
[Magic Power: 1000]
[Attack: 1500]
[Defense: 1000]
[Ultimate Skill: Hyper Core Assembly, Steel Blade Wings]
The “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly” resembled a mechanical eagle with a sharp beak, with gears floating around its eyes, and its wings formed like blades, emitting a sharp glow.
When it materialized from the summoning light, its wings spread open, and the steel blade wings made of blades were three meters long when fully extended.
Although “Mana Spirit” might not be inferior in terms of stats compared to “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly,”
Their offensive capabilities differed greatly.
“Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly” flew out instantly, locking onto “Mana Spirit.”
Else Kevin suddenly raised their hand and shouted, “Activate the ultimate skill of the ‘Ancient Mechanical Giant’ — ‘Mechanical Revolution’!”
The “Ancient Mechanical Giant” that had risen from the ground looked up at the only other “Ancient Mechanical” on the field.
In the next second, a white beam of light shot out from the gemstone in its forehead.
When this white beam hit “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly,” it rapidly faded and disappeared.
But white light erupted from the “Ancient Mechanical Giant,” increasing its attack and defense by 300 points each!
Reaching a terrifying total of 3300 points!
Then, the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” raised its fist again, and the white light of “Million Ton Steel Fist” gathered in its palm, finally smashing out!
But in front of it was only “Kabigon”!
Equipped with “Super Alloy Mechanism,” “Kabigon” crossed its arms steadily blocking the “Million Ton Steel Fist.”
Although the power of “Million Ton Steel Fist” was indeed immense, “Kabigon” had a magic value of 4000 points.
With its current defense of 3000 points, it was impossible for “Kabigon” to be killed by it.
After receiving this punch, “Kabigon” immediately grabbed its fist with its backhand, then shifted its body sideways, pulling back the right arm of the “Ancient Mechanical Giant,” and pressing down with its weight…
The “Ancient Mechanical Giant” lost balance, its massive body uncontrollably collapsing forward.
Crack!
“Kabigon” revealed a triumphant smile. After the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” completely collapsed, it delivered a million-ton elbow strike to its neck.
Snap!
If the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” were not entirely mechanical, this blow would have snapped its neck.
—
At this moment, Dark’s usual summoning spell cooldown had ended.
They swiftly summoned “Piplup” and slowly pressed the “Nether Soul Ring”!
The “Mechanical Revolution” of the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” could draw power from other “Ancient Mechanicals,” gaining an additional 300 points in attack and defense for each additional “Ancient Mechanical” present.
There might be a limit, but it was uncertain.
Dark could only guess based on the effect shown.
However, such finishing moves could be countered by eliminating all other “Ancient Mechanicals” as soon as possible.
Without being able to control the “Flight Spell,” “Mana Spirit” was no match for “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly.”
Thus, it should be sacrificed!
—
But while waiting for the usual summoning spell cooldown, Else Kevin summoned another Mana Summoning Card.
Since it was cast silently, Dark couldn’t know the name of the card.
However, layers of magic circuits rapidly appeared on the ground, resembling chrysanthemums blooming, covering the entire blue side of the field.
“Field Spell? No, a Secret Ritual?!”
Dark frowned and saw the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” break free from “Kabigon’s” suppression due to its superior strength, then… retreat without fighting!
Although the “Ancient Mechanical Giant” had extremely strong defense, the ground attribute was weak against the steel attribute.
“Kabigon’s” “Heavy Stomp” and “Earthquake” inflicted significant damage on it.
Then, it forcibly maintained its health line!
Subsequent normal attacks were unlikely to cause much damage.
Steel-type Mana Spirits were immune to finishing moves except those of Fighting, Ground, Fire, Water, and Electric attributes.
Therefore, Dark couldn’t take it down for now.
Now, sacrificing to summon “Lion Beast” was actually to prepare for the “Holy Sword”!
As long as the attack power met the criteria, there was nothing the “Holy Sword” couldn’t cut through steel.
Just like Else Kevin praying for a divine draw, Dark needed a key Mana Summoning Card to deliver the final blow.
The luck duel between duelists has always been part of Mana Duels.
There was even a very famous duelist who relied on sheer luck to win—this drama earned them a large number of fans.
—
The “Ancient Mechanical Giant” retreated to the blue side’s half of the field, standing on the pattern that resembled blooming chrysanthemums, with orange-yellow lines flowing within the patterns.
The critically injured “Teratigermon” and “Kabigon” guarded the red side’s half of the field.
In the sky, “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly”… was being toyed with by “Mana Spirit”!
The strength of “Ancient Mechanical Component? Fly” lay in its sharp “Steel Blade Wings,” but pure physical attacks were hard to inflict damage on the ghost-type “Mana Spirit.”
“Mana Spirit” even took advantage of its surprise, touching the blue Mana Guidance Ball, scaring Else Kevin into quickly controlling the Mana Guidance Ball to evade.
In this situation, Dark held back and didn’t use the “Nether Soul Ring” immediately.
—
Tick!
The sound of the round switching softly echoed.
—
The duel entered its fifth round.
Both players drew cards simultaneously.
Upon seeing the card faces, Else Kevin couldn’t help laughing.
They had drawn the best card!
On the other hand, Dark also showed a faint smile.
It seemed both sides were evenly matched in terms of luck.
[Air Pride IV]
[Bliss III Moon]
The decision to protect “Teratigermon” proved effective.
The strongest, fiercest, and most evil Mana Spirit was about to appear!
The existence of “Bliss III Moon” gave them a trump card to turn the tide.
—If Senior Else Kevin could force this trump card out!
Dark raised their eyebrows and looked across.
Clearly, Else Kevin was impatient.
Their gazes clashed fiercely, and at the same time, they drew the key Mana Summoning Card from their hand, lips moving rapidly. The amplified voice echoed throughout the venue almost simultaneously.
The atmosphere of the decisive battle instantly intensified.
Announcer Jessica fell silent once more.
The audience, without guidance, had already split into two factions, roaring wildly.
“In the name of Dark Demon, Mana Summoning — ‘Air Pride IV’!”
“In the name of Else Kevin, Mana Summoning — ‘Mechanical Core’!”
Strong auras surged from both Mana Summoning Cards, colliding fiercely before they were even summoned.
In the red summoning zone, the light of “Air Pride IV” converged on “Teratigermon.”
In the blue summoning zone, the light of “Mechanical Core” shone into the chest of the “Ancient Mechanical Giant.”
Two Mana Spirits roared simultaneously.
The dark and decaying aura of terror and the powerful aura of ancient civilization rose to the sky, dividing the entire dueling arena into black and white!
DUEL!!
