Four Split Personalities

Chapter 2575: Chapter 1216: Unrestricted Battle · Awakening Dragon (II)_2

This is a type of feeling of distance that low-level people can’t perceive. Only when one’s strength reaches a certain extent will this emerge, not simply observing the essence, spirit, and consciousness of the opponent, but a kind of resonance that is closer to the essence, which only appears among the strong.

And after this resonance, the chasm-like gap between the two parties almost swallowed Motan’s fighting spirit.

Indeed, it was only ’almost’.

The barely noticeable wavering lasted less than a second, and in a flash, Motan had already regained his composure. He took a deep breath, raised Dawn, and unleashed a sudden rainstorm of scarlet Sword Qi, simultaneously activating the First Stage of [Scale Against], dispelling the [Bone Crack] on the status bar. His eyes, glowing with dark purple electric light, steadfastly fixed on Awakening Dragon, watching every move.

[Bright Red Sky Slash⋅Confusion]

This long-range slicing that recently forced Anthony Dubs to use two long CD skills simultaneously to cancel out carved twisted arcs in the air, sweeping towards Awakening Dragon overwhelmingly.

At the same time, Awakening Dragon also reacted the instant Motan made his move. Not only did Awakening Dragon make no evasive actions, but he also charged straight into the dense sword light. In the last second of the skill [Reinforced Iron Bones], he smashed half of the sword light head-on, then pushed forward abruptly with one palm, unexpectedly unleashing a Dragon-shaped Qi, which not only devoured the sword light behind but also continued with force towards Motan.

[Dragon Cannon]

Fighting System Active Skill

Mastering Requirements: Possessing Monk System Advanced Profession, Constitution 170, Strength 190

Consumption/Limits: 450 Physical Strength Value

Effects: Transforming fighting spirit into form, releasing a shock wave in the designated direction, causing moderate ’Dragon’ attribute damage and moderate physical damage ignoring defense along the way. Cooldown time 30 seconds.

Trait: Armor Breaking

[Note: We have terminated the designer who was keen on ’Fighting Spirit Transforming into Horse’ and have redone the skill with a serious and meticulous attitude.]

At first glance, this skill does not seem very powerful, especially for Motan, currently a half-dragon person. If this skill only has the conventional meaning of ’moderate Dragon attribute damage’ and ’moderate physical damage,’ it might not pose a significant threat to the person who has completed a section of Scale Against.

However, in The Realm of Innocence, descriptions about skill power are always relative.

Even if it is the same ’moderate,’ a sword strike from Motan might not differ much in power from a hammering blow from Anthony, because their overall level is not that far apart.

However, the same ’moderate’ damage, when used by Awakening Dragon, whose equipment, talents, basic attributes, and passive bonuses far surpass those of ordinary players, becomes an entirely different concept.

Obviously just a skill with a cooldown time of 30 seconds, the Dragon-shaped Qi shockingly dispersed the remaining sword light, leaving a large crater in the ground where Motan originally stood.

[Dodged?]

Just as Awakening Dragon narrowed his eyes slightly, considering whether to press forward, a cold sword light suddenly appeared, intercepting a strand of Fighting Spirit from the already-effected [Dragon Cannon] tail. Then, a gigantic phantom like cherry petals flashed by Awakening Dragon’s side, instantly engulfing him in dozens of splendid fine sword lights.

[Derivative Skill·Cherry Blossom Waning Moon·Only Flash]

Only until the last moment did Motan, taking great risk, use this opportunity to counter Awakening Dragon’s [Dragon Cannon] with a precisely orchestrated chance, launching this move without reservation for the first time.

The carotid artery, knee joints, hip joints, middle abdomen, heart, throat, both eyes, and the instep—totaling thirty-six immediate Sword Qi—all pointed towards Awakening Dragon’s vital points, filled with an abundant killing intent!

How to use the ’sword’ to create maximum damage while paying the smallest price is clearly documented in "The Sword Code." And [Cherry Blossom Waning Moon] is indeed the most suitable skill for a decisive kill among all Motan’s skills.

Here, ’kill’ undoubtedly refers to ’slaughter.’

The move [Cherry Blossom Waning Moon·Only Flash] used in sparring with Anthony Dubs, where Motan consciously controlled the damage, is in an entirely different league from what’s being used against Awakening Dragon now.

A killing move without killing intent is just an empty shell. Now, the ’cherry blossoms’ blooming around Awakening Dragon are truly an outward manifestation of intent!

"Well done!"

Awakening Dragon smiled faintly, and then, with arms wide open, unexpectedly exploded with a force where he stood.

Indeed, just exploded, both sound and visual effects identical to the ’Burst Force’ seen in famous fighting games, accompanied by a ’bang,’ Awakening Dragon was enveloped in a flowing golden light, which instantly shattered the splendid sword light like cherry blossoms around him!

Shattered as if it were nothing!

Though someone like Motan, with such strong psychological resilience (Orderly Good, Chaotic Neutral personality limitation), was stunned to see his all-out kill move being broken so effortlessly, his inner world was impacted greatly, finding it hard to think how to proceed.

To be honest, Awakening Dragon has seen this kind of situation many times. Though it rarely appears in professional leagues, during occasional friendly match livestreams or random matchmaking, such occurrences are common. Some people freeze at just seeing his ID and character, while others simply take screenshots while standing still, and some opponents with considerable skill but limited power lose their fighting spirit after brief exchanges.

Typically, Awakening Dragon would win such scenarios with slight resignation, occasionally posing for screenshots with others’ requests. But this time, facing Motan, who appeared equally bewildered, his brows furrowed slightly.

It was previously mentioned that Awakening Dragon is an exceptionally powerful professional player, and with this premise, he is highly sensitive to data-related elements, coupled with his inherent talent, even after just a few moves, he could tell something was amiss.

The opponent, named ’Andersen’, showed lesser damage than the strength exhibited! And not just slightly weaker; it was as if...

Practicing with the newcomers from the training camp without wearing his equipment!

"Your weapon..."

Awakening Dragon narrowed his eyes, dissipated the previously gathered Qi Force, and also actively canceled his ’Burst Force’ state, and with some curiosity, looked at Motan in the distance with a complicated expression, asking: "Is there a problem with it?"

Motan was shocked initially but quickly remembered Awakening Dragon’s identity, speaking candidly: "Well, actually, I’m experimenting with something, and I have to use this weapon."

"Haha."

Awakening Dragon chuckled silently, shrugged, and said: "I see, so you were just planning to randomly match an opponent for practice, and ended up encountering me... Hmm, truly apologetic."

Motan waved his hand, smiling: "Not at all, I’m rather honored."

"Let’s set aside the honor for a moment."

Awakening Dragon responded casually, then took a deep breath, saying softly: "So, brother... Have you considered having a proper match with me?"

Yet, unwilling to part with the 0.18% experience value, Motan shook his head, raised the [Dawn· Ruthless Sword] in his hand again, and politely declined: "I’m sorry, it’s not very convenient for me."

"Understandable."

Awakening Dragon nodded immediately, and just when Motan thought he might rush over for an instant win, this man unexpectedly removed the blade claws attached to his wrists, showing a very sunny smile—

"Then, let’s fight like this."

Chapter 1216: The End