Ch 40 Shikigami Conquest

As the relentless assault continued, Fenrir found itself besieged from all sides by Ichiro's shikigami, leaving it with no respite. Amidst the chaos, Ichiro stood tall, his mind abuzz with thoughts of strategy and determination.

"Hmm, since this is the first time I'm fighting a shikigami that can teleport, I'm really at a loss here," Ichiro pondered inwardly. "Everything I've tried will immediately be teleported, so nothing can harm it. The best way to tame this shikigami is to kill it, but how can I kill it if all attacks will just teleport Sigh"

Despite the daunting challenge before him, Ichiro's resolve remained unshaken. With a resigned shrug, he voiced his acceptance of the situation.

"Oh well, I'll know how to beat it if I fight it myself," Ichiro declared, his voice laced with determination.

With a resolute decision, Ichiro readied his sword, his determination burning brighter than ever. In the blink of an eye, he disappeared and reappeared in front of Fenrir, aiming his blade at the creature's neck. Yet, before he could strike, he found himself teleported fifty meters away.

Undeterred by the setback, Ichiro persisted, dashing towards Fenrir time and time again, accompanied by his loyal shikigami and special grades. Despite the relentless teleportations, he refused to yield, his resolve unshakeable even an hour passed

"Hmm, I now know how to beat this bastard," Ichiro chuckled to himself amidst the chaos.

"Judging from my observation, I now know Fenrir's fatal flaw, and that is..."

Ichiro's voice trailed off as he abruptly retreated from the chaos unfolding before him. With newfound clarity and a plan in mind, he knew that victory was within reach, and he was prepared to bide his time until the perfect moment to strike.

"Fenrir's abilities can only be used one at a time, although he can use the same ability over and over again but Fenrir can't use other ability simultaneously" Ichiro murmured to himself, his voice laced with newfound understanding. "He has three abilities and those are Teleportation of itself, redirection of attacks, and the ability to teleport its attacks."

With this realization firmly in mind, Ichiro's gaze returned to the chaos unfolding before him. Fenrir and his shikigami along with his special grade clashed relentlessly, each side locked in a battle of wills and abilities.

As Ichiro reflected on his observations of Fenrir's abilities, a sense of revelation washed over him. He recounted the pivotal moment when he had discerned the creature's vulnerability, a small window of opportunity amidst the chaos of battle.

"Fenrir can't use its abilities simultaneously," Ichiro muttered to himself, his voice tinged with excitement. "But if it tries to use another ability after finishing one, it creates a 0.1-second opening. That's when it's vulnerable to attacks."

Ichiro vividly recalled the moment when Fenrir had teleported away from the swarming wolves and the special grade shikigami that he had commanded to attack Fenrir had successfully attack fenrir. and in that fleeting instant, Fenrir's guard had momentarily faltered, caught off guard by the unexpected assault.

"I then seized the opportunity," Ichiro continued, his eyes gleaming with determination. "And attacked Fenrir, and to my surprise, neither of us teleported. And to my astonishment Fenrir dodged my attack"

With a thoughtful expression, Ichiro brought a finger to his chin, lost in contemplation. He knew that he had uncovered Fenrir's weakness, and with that knowledge, he was confident in his ability to emerge victorious.

"Now," Ichiro murmured to himself, his voice filled with resolve, "it's time to exploit that weakness and claim the victory that is rightfully mine."

With his strategy clear and his determination unwavering, Ichiro prepared to lead his shikigami into battle once more, ready to seize the opportunity that would lead him to triumph over Fenrir, the formidable foe standing before him"

With his plan solidified in his mind, Ichiro's determination surged as he launched himself towards Fenrir, his every movement calculated and purposeful.

"If I want to make this plan successful, I'll need to put Fenrir in a situation where Fenrir needs to teleport away" Ichiro mused to himself, his voice tinged with determination.

As he closed the distance between himself and Fenrir, Ichiro's mind raced with anticipation. He knew that the key to executing his plan lay in forcing Fenrir to use its teleportation abilities in succession, creating the opening he needed to strike.

With unwavering resolve, Ichiro prepared to confront Fenrir head-on, ready to set his plan into motion and claim victory against the formidable shikigami standing before him. With each step forward, his confidence grew, fueled by the knowledge that he was one step closer to achieving his goal.

As Ichiro's gaze locked with Griffin's, a silent understanding passed between them. With a determined nod from Ichiro, Griffin soared upward, disappearing into the clouds above. A smile began to spread across Ichiro's face as he watched his shikigami carry out his plan.

"Now!!!" Ichiro commanded, his voice ringing out with urgency.

In response, the wolves swarmed Fenrir with ferocity, their claws and fangs tearing into the air as they attempted to bury the creature beneath a sea of relentless attacks. Yet, Fenrir proved to be elusive, teleporting above the wolves in a display of agile evasion.

From above, Griffin descended with lethal intent, its claws poised to strike at Fenrir's neck. But in a swift and unexpected move, griffin was teleported away

Ichiro's smile widened as he witnessed the unfolding chaos. His plan was in motion, and Fenrir was being forced to use its teleportation abilities in rapid succession. With each teleportation, the creature grew more vulnerable, inching closer to defeat at Ichiro's hands.

With a sense of anticipation coursing through him, Ichiro braced himself for the next phase of the battle. Victory was within reach, and he was determined to seize it with unwavering resolve and cunning strategy.

As if materializing out of thin air, Ichiro appeared behind Fenrir in a blur of motion, aided by the Black Tortoise's enhancement that granted him speed beyond lightning. With a swift and fluid motion, he drew his sword, its gleaming blade aimed unerringly at Fenrir's exposed neck.

"Checkmate," Ichiro declared, his voice filled with excitement.

With a decisive slash, Ichiro's sword sliced through Fenrir's neck with unparalleled precision. The creature's body crumpled to the ground, lifeless and defeated, as Ichiro stood victorious over his formidable foe

As Fenrir's body lay motionless at his feet, Ichiro sank to the ground beside it, a mixture of exhaustion and triumph washing over him. he then reached out his hand and grasped Fenrir's head, his fingers curling around its lifeless form

As Ichiro reflected on the intense battle he had just endured, a sense of weariness settled over him. He regarded the head of Fenrir before him with a mixture of respect and contemplation, acknowledging the formidable opponent he had faced.

"Hmm, to be honest, it was the most hectic fight I've ever had. It was probably the most difficult one so far," Ichiro admitted, his voice tinged with a hint of exhaustion.

With a flick of his wrist, Ichiro dropped Fenrir's head, watching as it seemingly fell into his shadow and merged with it, along with the rest of the creature's body.

"Now then," Ichiro murmured, his gaze shifting as the special grades dissipate and the shikigami dissolved into his shadow, leaving only him and Griffin standing amidst the aftermath of the battle, Ichiro felt a sense of closure wash over him.

"Before I go back, let me see it first. Fenrir," Ichiro spoke aloud, his voice carrying a sense of reverence.

At his command, his shadow enlarged, unfolding to reveal a towering and menacingly large wolf emerging from within. Fenrir's presence loomed large, a testament to the strength and power it had possessed in battle.

As Ichiro returned home on Griffin's back, a sense of relief washed over him. The intense battle with Fenrir had left him physically and mentally drained, but the satisfaction of emerging victorious buoyed his spirits.

Approaching the house, he spotted Kyle seated on the couch, and their eyes met as Ichiro entered. Kyle greeted him warmly, prompting Ichiro to offer a nod in response.

"Hey, Ichiro, done with your business?" Kyle inquired, his tone friendly.

"Yeah, I'll be resting in my room for a bit," Ichiro replied, his voice tinged with fatigue.

"Sure, but make sure to come down later, okay? I'll be preparing lunch," Kyle reminded him.

"Okay," Ichiro affirmed, a small smile playing on his lips as he acknowledged Kyle's request.

With that, Ichiro made his way to his room, eager for some much-needed rest. As he settled onto his bed, he gazed up at the ceiling, his mind still buzzing with the events of the day. Despite the weariness weighing on him, a sense of satisfaction filled his heart. He had faced a formidable opponent and emerged victorious, proving his strength and resilience once again.

As Ichiro contemplated his next moves, a sense of determination and anticipation coursed through him. He recounted the shikigami he had acquired thus far, each one a powerful ally in his quest for strength and mastery.

"So far, I've managed to gather seven shikigami. Just three more to go," Ichiro mused, his mind already strategizing for the challenges ahead.

"In 2016 the jujutsu kaisen 0 will start"

The mention of the events in 2016, marking the beginning of Jujutsu Kaisen 0, brought a calculating gleam to Ichiro's eyes. He knew the importance of his role in preventing Kenjaku from obtaining Geto's body, a pivotal moment that could alter the course of history

"I need to participate in that time, thoroughly destroy Geto's body so it won't be taken by Kenjaku," Ichiro affirmed, his voice laced with determination. "I'll slip away and head to the Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical College to ensure Geto's body is eradicated."

A mischievous grin spread across Ichiro's face as he imagined the reactions of Kenjaku upon discovering the destruction of Geto's body.

"I wonder what kind of expression Kenjaku will have when he sees that Geto's body has been completely destroyed," Ichiro mused, a hint of amusement in his voice. "Surprise? Irritation? Or perhaps outright anger? Hahaha."