Rebirth

Rebirth, considered the strongest technique of the entirety of {Spirit of the Phoenix}. Using the flame blessed onto the warrior by the Phoenix they use it to completely refine their body. Granting them a strength of which they could only dream of. This could only be performed once, and can only be properly executed a specific timeframe in a warrior's existence. If this was missed they could only relent for the rest of their lives.

Wrock had reached this point after the training with Tyin and Yomi. After being asked why he didn't undergo the process he gave a mysterious answer. However the actual reason was that he wasn't entirely sure it was possible.

In his previous world he had already undergone rebirth. Since it was the same Spirit from then he was unsure if it was possible. Moreover since what he had was an avatar and not his actual body it only deepened his doubts. Perhaps now that he properly executed it a weight was removed from his shoulders.

Moreover it seemed the effects were even greater than before. . .

<Player has undergone a change?>

<Calculating. .>

<Error >

<Calculating. .>

<Error >

<Error >

<Error >

<Removing Restrictions. .>

<Complete >

<Recalculating. .>

<Done! >

<Player has undergone a change due to Spirit! Due its effects number of changes will occur!>

<=Heaven's Blessed Body harmonizing in response?>

<The Title Blessed Body evolving. .>

<Due to the effects of Spirit Player's body has been reformed!>

<MP has been replaced with Spirit!>

<The Player is evolving!>

<Due to the effects of Spirit Player's Skills will evolve!>

<Error, no Skill found?>

<Searching for replacement. .>

<=Heaven's Blessed Body evolved into Phoenix>

<Due to the effects of Phoenix Body have garnered attention Gods!>

<The Gods display jealousy over the physique. .>

<Player has Evolved!>

<Race has changed into Phoenix Descendant!>

<Replacement found!>

<Spirit will evolve [Diseased's Grip]!>

<Evolving. .>

<Done! >

<[Diseased's Grip] has evolved into [Phoenix's Grip]!>

<Due to the outstanding actions taken by Player a few Titles have been granted!>

<=Reborn In Azure Flame>

<=Phoenix's Grace>

<=Transcending Stages>

<Due to the evolution Player has risen greatly in Stats!>

=Divine Phoenix Body=

A physique that makes even the Gods jealous. Reborn in a divine Phoenix's flame arises a Warrior of untold legend. A prodigy of which the world has yet to see. . .

Effects:

- A one time increase of 500% to all Stats

- All Level Ups will provide 3x the Stat Points

- When in battle receive an immediate increase of 50% to all Stats

- Spirit Effectiveness increased by 300%

- Increases density and amount of Spirit

- When empowered by Spirit increases stats by an additional 50%

- Immunity to most Negative Status Effects

-End-

=Reborn In Azure Flame=

An Azure flame covered every fiber of your being, forming a whole new person.

Effects:

- Immune to any form of Flame Damage

- When hit by any form of Flame attack restore a bit of Spirit

-End-

=Phoenix's Grace=

You are granted the Grace of a Phoenix, treasure it carefully.

Effects:

- Phoenix's have increased affinity with you

- Once per week revive with 5% HP when killed (currently on cooldown)

-End-

=Transcending Stages=

You have strength with transcends your Stage. Your future looks brighter than any other.

Effects:

- When facing someone of a higher Stage temporarily gain 50% in all Stats

- When facing someone of a lower stage temporarily lose 50% in all Stats

-End-

[Phoenix's Grip]

Rarity: Myth Making(Growth Type)

Once made with an innumerable amount of Diseases this item has been reborn due to a Phoenix's flame. Now it holds an incredible amount of power of which it had never dreamed of before. This item is permanently bound to Wrecking Rocks.

Attack:

- 3.5x Strength Stat

- 2x Dexterity Stat

- Damage increased by an additional 50% if empowered by Spirit

Requirements:

- ??? (met)

When Equipped:

- All Stats +2500

- All Stats +60%

- All Attacks inflict Azure Burn damage unless infused with Spirit

- Bypasses Flame resistance

Extra Skills:

{Azure Burn (Passive) - A powerful flame which cannot be compared to ordinary ones.

Effects:

- Any attacks that contain Spirit will create 1 stack of Azure Burning, this will do 0.3% of target's max HP per second, each stack lasts 5 seconds.

-If the attack does not contain Spirit it will cause an additional 0.1% of max HP per successful hit}

{Azure Guard (Passive) - The remnants of the Diseases provide an incredible amount of defense, protecting the wielder's hands from most forms of damage.

Effects:

- Negates any damage dealt to the wielder's hands (some restrictions apply)

- Reduces damage dealt to the wielder's arms}

Wrock felt power course through his body. This brought him so close to what he was capable of before. While it wasn't complete, he felt like he will never again lack power.

~ ~ ~

Humive had inexplicable joy, "Finally! I knew it!"

Nine frowned, "This level of Spirit. . ."

Heave finished, "It's on par with a few of the Seniors."

"He truly is someone worthy of the title of Martial Lord! He may very well be the one person I can count on to push Merin higher!", Humive spoke excitedly.

"Was that your goal? To find someone who can compete against the Sword Saint?", asked Nine.

"Of course! She's been stuck for years, she hasn't left The Gated Arena because she was searching for someone to give her that step she's missing. A real challenge to push her. Although it's a shame this is only Second Stage, it might very well be exactly what she's looking for!"

Meanwhile in the South Spectator Box the rest of the Party was stunned. Kan'na asked, "Is it just me or is that far stronger than when he used it before?"

Tilia nodded, "That's on a whole other level."

"I can't believe it.", Yielya murmured, "The Azure Flame returns. . ."

Horrow was shocked, "This level of strength. . . what chance do we have of winning now?"

"Now? I'd say it's about ten times what we had originally."

A gleam of hope entered his eyes, "If we beat the Sword Saint then the South Providence will be saved!"

"Place your bets then, because this fight is going to be one to remember."

Merin took up a stance, "You have my hopes up Wrock, don't let me down!"

"Yeah, we'll see."

Wrock's figure vanished and reappeared in front of her, his foot arcing towards her. She raised a sword to block but Wrock flickered and his stance completely changed. His fist slammed into her abdomen, Spirit flowing out in a circle from the impact. She winced but swung horizontally, cutting through space with her pinnacle technique!

[Horizontal Slash].

Thud-

Wrock lifted a hand and blocked it, Merin's eyes sparkled with joy for a split second. His fist flickered and slammed into her stomach and sent her flying back. Wrock rolled his wrist, "Almost adjusted, but what about you? You're not going to keep holding back are you?"

"Whatever do you mean?"

Merin dashed forward, a pressure beginning to be released from her. As she ran she swung several times through the air, near invisible crescent slashes flying forward. Wrock smacked them away from harm, changing their direction through the air. As they came into contact with the Arena they formed deep gashes.

A sword swung towards his neck, just as it was about to make contact Wrock's figure vanished and reappeared above the sword. Azure flame flickering and igniting at his foot. Kicking horizontally the flame moved into the shape of a circle.

{Spirit of the Phoenix: Wheel of Reincarnation}!

The Sword Saint ducked, as if predicting the move, swinging upwards the space began to split!

[Upward Slash]!

Wrock vanished again, the sword passing through only his afterimage. Merin couldn't even blink before he landed his kick, sending her flying to the side. He landed lightly, Spirit swirling around him, "What happened to it being your way of showing honor?"

Merin flipped and landed, holding her cheek she still had the sparkle of joy in her eyes, "I didn't want to end this so soon."

"Let's not insult me."

"Yeah I can see that now! Forgive my rudeness, I won't be holding back any further!"

Peerless Edge began to glow, a gray light encompassing Merin. It brightened before exploding, revealing a set of dull gray armor. In the center of the chestplate lay a large diamond. The armor looked like it was made of iron and sat to rest in storage for many years. Yet despite it's lack of flashiness it held authority. Resting upon her shoulders was a white fur cape, its length only going down to the middle of her back. It was held together by a silver chain. Similarly the white fur provided the only form of detailing the armor had. The ends of her greaves and gauntlets had a layer of densely packed white fur. Resting upon her head was a dull and thin gray crown. It could also be said that it was a tiara. A thin diamond rested in the center of it, sparkling in the light.

Wrock narrowed his gaze, "Synced Nexus."

"Oh that's an old term, I'm surprised you know of it."

"I've seen a few people who were capable of it."

"As expected you've met quite the warriors."

Merin flourished her sword, "It's not often I use this."

"Consider me honored."

The audience buzzed about. The last time the Sword Saint used Synced Nexus was decades ago! How was it some unknown Pugilist was capable of pushing her this far? Just who was this guy?!