Chapter 31: Six Left
Toya's eyes widened in recognition as he observed the monstrous creature before him. "Isn't that Nomu?" he muttered under his breath, his mind racing to comprehend the presence of such a formidable opponent in this battle.
Confusion and concern filled Toya's thoughts as he pondered the unexpected appearance of Nomu. 'What the hell is that thing doing here?' he wondered, his focus momentarily diverted from the ongoing fight.
The crazed woman, sensing Toya's distraction, took advantage of the opportunity. With a powerful thrust, she launched a strong fork of lightning towards Toya's barrier. Surprisingly, this time the barrier shattered, leaving Toya stunned and fully focused on the fight at hand.
It became evident that the woman possessed an unlimited reserve of energy, allowing her to continuously unleash lightning without any apparent side effects. Toya realized that he couldn't afford to waste his energy in this relentless battle. If that creature truly was Nomu, he would need every ounce of strength to reduce it to ashes. Additionally, if the magma guy was still in the fray, Toya knew he would face insurmountable odds.
Determined to conserve his energy for the challenges that lay ahead, Toya made a strategic decision. Instead of engaging in a direct confrontation, he focused on evading the woman's attacks. With swift reflexes, he dodged her stronger lightning strikes, relying on his agility to keep himself out of harm's way.
Toya's frustration reached its peak, and he made a bold decision. "Fuck it," he muttered under his breath, determined to engage the crazed woman in close combat. With unwavering resolve, Toya flew straight towards her, his fists surrounded by a vibrant blue flame. Behind him, six fiery balls served as boosters, arranged in a straight line divided into two.
The woman's face twisted into a maniacal smile as both of her hands became engulfed in purple lightning, forming a massive claw of electric energy. She, too, took flight, hurtling towards Toya with equal ferocity.
As they closed in on each other, their fists collided, creating a powerful shockwave of flame and electricity. The impact reverberated through the battlefield, causing the fighters on the ground to feel the tremors. However, the damage inflicted was not significant enough to incapacitate them.
In this clash of elemental forces, Toya emerged as the victor. The flames on his back and the strategically positioned balls of fire near his elbows amplified the force of his strike. The crazed woman stumbled in the air, momentarily losing her balance.
Seizing the opportunity, Toya swiftly capitalized on her vulnerability. With a swift motion, he grabbed her throat, mirroring his earlier move, and brought her hurtling towards the ground like a meteor. This time, however, he aimed for the spikes below. The suddenness of the attack caught the woman off guard, leaving her unable to react in time. Her body impaled on the spikes, the threat she posed extinguished.
If Toya had been a second late in bringing the crazed woman down to the spikes, her lightning bolt could have pierced him, causing severe harm. The timing of his decisive move was crucial, ensuring his own safety while eliminating the immediate threat she posed.
Toya stared at the lifeless body of the crazed woman, a mix of relief and determination in his eyes. Without wasting a moment, he propelled himself back into the air, unwilling to give the remaining fighters a chance to engage him in combat.
As Toya's decisive victory over the crazed woman unfolded, the impact of his actions reverberated through the battlefield. Witnessing Toya effortlessly dispatch one of the strongest fighters, a sense of resignation washed over some of the remaining combatants. One fighter, in a desperate attempt to surrender, raised both hands in surrender. However, their plea was met with a cold and merciless response from the announcer.
"Denied," the announcer's voice rang out with an eerie tone. In an instant, a flying drone homed in on the surrendering fighter, detonating upon impact and engulfing the individual in a deadly explosion. The fighter's life was extinguished in an instant, leaving behind a chilling reminder of the ruthless nature of this battle.
The sight of such brutality caused a wave of despair to wash over the amateur fighters who had witnessed the relentless killing spree of formidable opponents like Titan, the speedster, Rekka, the samurai, the magma guy, and Nomu. The once hopeful atmosphere had now given way to a grim reality, as the winning rates of these amateurs plummeted, their chances of survival dwindling with each passing moment.
As the battle raged on, only about 25 fighters remained, including Toya, who took a moment to rest, floating in the air and observing the ongoing chaos below. Amidst the relentless clashes, a familiar confrontation unfolded once again. Titan and Nomu stood face to face, their rivalry reignited.
A smirk played across Titan's face as he taunted his opponent. "You again?" he sneered, exuding confidence. With a single powerful punch, he sent Nomu hurtling through the air, a testament to his sheer strength.
Undeterred, both combatants flexed their bulging muscles and retaliated with simultaneous punches to each other's faces. The impact was immense, causing the ground beneath them to crack and tremble. Yet, despite the force of the blows, neither Titan nor Nomu budged an inch.
A relentless exchange ensued, as they unleashed an ungodly amount of punches, each strike creating shockwaves that rippled through the battlefield. The ground quivered under the immense power of their blows, cracks spiderwebbing across the once-solid surface.
The intensity of their battle captivated the attention of the remaining fighters, who paused momentarily in their own clashes to witness this epic showdown. The sheer display of raw strength and determination from both Titan and Nomu was awe-inspiring, leaving everyone in awe of their formidable abilities.
A sense of excitement filled Titan as he witnessed Nomu's resilience. "Ooh, he's getting stronger," Titan remarked with a satisfied grin, relishing the challenge. He decided to raise his own strength a notch, eager to push himself further.
With a swift punch to Nomu's stomach, Titan forced his opponent to take a step back. Seizing the opportunity, he followed up with a yazuka kick to Nomu's face, sending him hurtling through the air.
Nomu, undeterred by the powerful blow, let out a monstrous scream, his voice echoing across the battlefield. With incredible speed, he dashed towards Titan, trampling over anyone unfortunate enough to be in his path. His monstrous presence struck fear into the hearts of those who witnessed his relentless charge.
In a display of sheer force, Nomu launched a punch directly at Titan's face. Although Titan was momentarily pushed back, he stood his ground. With unwavering determination, Titan retaliated with a powerful right hook, striking Nomu with tremendous force and sending him crashing to the ground.
As the intense battle between Titan and Nomu held the attention of the remaining fighters, an unsettling development unfolded in the shadows. The speedster, utilizing his stealth and agility, silently eliminated unsuspecting fighters one by one. The other combatants were oblivious to the speedster's deadly actions until it was too late. The speedster's swift and efficient kills left a chilling realization in their wake.
The once-thriving battlefield had now dwindled to a mere six individuals, standing as the last survivors amidst the chaos. The atmosphere grew even more tense as the gravity of the situation settled upon them.
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