The coliseum became a stage for a display of unrestrained power as Lucas and Torres unleashed their newfound strengths.
Lucas's body became a blur of motion, a dance of evasion as he weaved and sidestepped with uncanny grace.
His movements were a mesmerizing tapestry of dodges and twists, his consciousness hidden behind a facade of unyielding resolve.
Each step was calculated, every dodge a testament to his grit.
On the opposing side, the minotaur's transformation into a powerhouse was in full swing.
Its once mighty physique had grown even more imposing, its muscles bulging and eyes blazing with an unsettling red light.
Every movement was fueled by an uncontainable force, each attack a torrent of unrestrained strength.
But as its power grew, its control waned, the beast's influence bleeding into Torres's mind, turning his rage into a force that threatened to consume him.
The battle surged onward, a clash of unmatched intensity that left even the spectators breathless.
Lucas's dodges were timed to perfection, his body a fleeting shadow as he navigated the onslaught.
But even as he evaded, the toll from the earlier battle began to take its toll.
Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, his breath ragged, his body showing signs of the punishment it had endured.
Torres, driven by a maelstrom of fury, roared with a mix of primal aggression and beastly anguish.
His attacks grew fiercer, each punch and charge shaking the very foundations of the arena.
But his control faltered further, the rage now overpowering his reasoning.
Every evasion Lucas performed fueled the minotaur's frustration, the beast's raw instinct clashing with Torres's humanity.
And then, amidst the whirlwind of power and chaos, the battle reached a turning point.
Lucas's body, pushed to its limits, could only continue its dance of evasion for so long.
As he darted to the side, a spatter of blood painted the arena floor.
The attack that had cracked his ribs was taking its toll, his movements becoming just a fraction slower.
But he refused to yield, his determination fueling each step.
The opening was all the minotaur needed.
With a bone rattling roar, it seized the opportunity, its massive fist connecting with a punch that sent Lucas flying through the air.
The impact was brutal, the force of the blow causing him to roll across the arena floor.
His form lay still, unmoving, a testament to the sheer strength of the minotaur's attack.
The audience, once raucous with cheers and gasps, fell into a stunned silence.
The battle, a clash of titans that had pushed the boundaries of what was possible, had reached a culmination.
The arena itself seemed to hold its breath, awaiting the outcome of this epic confrontation.
And as the dust settled, the focus shifted to Lucas, his body sprawled on the arena floor, and the minotaur, its breathing heavy and its eyes still ablaze with the beast's fury.
The announcer's voice boomed, reverberating through the coliseum like a thunderclap.
His words carried the weight of the extraordinary events that had just transpired.
The audience, still recovering from the shock of the battle, listened with rapt attention.
It was a battle that had defied expectations, a contest of willpower and strength that showcased the indomitable spirit of youth.
"As we stand witness to this incredible display of determination and power, we are reminded once again of the extraordinary quality that Reus Academy represents."
"These young warriors have shown us that age is no barrier to greatness!"
The crowd erupted in cheers and applause, their admiration for the young combatants evident in their thunderous response.
The announcer's voice carried a mixture of awe and respect as he continued.
"But the time has come to declare a victor in this monumental clash."
"The outcome has been decided, and it is my honor to announce the triumphant fighter."
As the announcer was about to proclaim Torres as the victor, a remarkable sight unfolded before their eyes.
Lucas, whose body had been battered and broken, slowly stirred.
Blood trickled from his mouth, but his eyes blazed with an unyielding fire.
His body moved, a testament to his refusal to admit defeat.
The arena's atmosphere shifted, a collective gasp of disbelief sweeping through the spectators.
Lucas's determination defied reason, his resilience a sight to behold.
Torres enraged yet again.
Just as Torres, consumed by his transformed state, charged forward with the intent to finish the battle, a sudden intrusion happened.
Mr. Arkram had materialized between them.
With a flick of his finger on the minotaur's forehead, Mr. Arkram halted Torres's advance.
The beastly form did not just stumble back, but his huge body flew and suspended in the air before it hit the ground, its fury momentarily quelled.
The unspoken authority of the Reus Academy professor was enough to subdue even the wild aggression of the minotaur.
He then turned towards Lucas, his strong arms enveloping the injured youth in a reassuring embrace.
In a soft, comforting voice, Mr. Arkram whispered words of praise and support into Lucas's ear.
"You did well Lucas, you did well"
"You can rest now"
The young warrior, battered and broken, found solace in his mentor's embrace.
His determination, held together by an otherworldly power, began to ebb away, leaving his body exhausted and inert.
With Lucas's surrender to his injuries, Mr. Arkram turned his gaze back to the audience, his expression a mixture of pride and gratitude.
The moment was poignant, a culmination of the trials and growth that Reus Academy had nurtured within its students.
"Lucas, you've shown incredible strength and resilience," he declared to the crowd.
"And now, with the utmost respect for your efforts, we concede."
The coliseum resounded with applause, cheers, and a standing ovation for both combatants.
The medics rushed onto the arena floor, attending to the fallen warriors.
Torres, his transformation reversed, now stood as a testament to the battle he had waged.
Lucas, unconscious yet breathing, was gently lifted into the arms of the medical team.
"Class E has decided to surrender!"
"The victory goes to Torres of Class D!"
The announcer boomed.
The victor had been declared, the battle concluded.
Torres from Class D stood as the triumphant fighter of the first individual clash, his victory acknowledged by the resounding cheers of the audience and the admiration of his peers.
As the medical team departed with the injured combatants, the colossal screens displayed the victorious Torres for the world to see, his triumph etched into the annals of Reus Academy's history.
And in that such way, Class D had went a point up in the first battle of the three individual battles.
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