Chapter 50: The First Test

The Infinity Challenge Arena was buzzing with participants. With a staggering 10,000 contenders, the energy was palpable. The vast number meant that the first test would be carried out in batches, each assessing the strength of their acquired monster cards.

At the center of the arena stood a gigantic pillar, crafted from a unique material that could change colors based on the intensity of the attack it received. The colors represented the power levels: red being the weakest, followed by yellow, blue, green, and purple at the topmost echelon. To pass this test, a contender's monster needed to at least evoke a blue hue upon striking the pillar.

Li Yang, clutching his number 9998 ticket, sighed. He would be one of the last to be tested. However, this gave him a unique advantage - the chance to observe the performances of others, especially the representatives of the eight great families.

The members of the eight clans were among the first to be tested:

1. Lady Elara Rosde of the Rosde Clan

Monster Card: "Astral Librarian"

A shimmering, ethereal being holding a book of wisdom. It has the power to manipulate time, knowledge, and rewrite histories. The ethereal being brandished its book and unleashed a cascade of time-altering energy. The pillar glowed a radiant blue.

2. Sir Kael Morgan of the Morgan Clan

Monster Card: "Beast King Titanus"

A colossal creature with muscles rippling under its steel-gray fur. Its roar can create tremors, and its physical prowess is unmatched. Titanus let out a thunderous roar and slammed its mighty fist. The impact resulted in a vivid green glow.

3. Miss Seraphina John of the John Clan:

Monster Card: "Harmonic Siren"

An enchanting mermaid with a voice that can both heal and harm. When she sings, enemies are put into a trance. Seraphina's mermaid sang a haunting melody, sending resonating waves to the pillar, making it shimmer in blue.

4. Lord Hadrian Ford of the Ford Clan:

Monster Card: "Guardian Golem"

Carved from the hardest rock, this towering entity acts as an impenetrable shield and delivers powerful ground-shattering punches. The towering entity lumbered forward and pounded the pillar, causing a green light to ripple upwards.

5. Master Xian Ouyang of the Ouyang Clan:

Monster Card: "Mystic Serpent"

A snake with scales reflecting all colors of the universe. It can teleport, cast illusions, and constrict foes with unparalleled strength. The serpent slithered, rapidly striking the pillar thrice in succession. Each hit intensified the glow, finally settling on blue.

6. Lady Hua Sima of the Sima Clan:

Monster Card: "Blazing Phoenix"

A majestic bird covered in flames. It can resurrect from ashes and unleash fiery tornadoes. The flaming bird soared high, diving straight into the pillar, resulting in a brilliant green aura.

7. Prince An Aixinjueluo of the Aixinjueluo Clan:

Monster Card: "Celestial Dragon"

A dragon with wings made of starlight. It breathes cosmic energy, distorting space and time. With a flap of its starlit wings, the dragon released a burst of cosmic energy. The pillar gleamed blue.

8. Mistress Yue Ling of the Yue Clan:

Monster Card: "Nature's Spirit"

An embodiment of nature. It can control flora, fauna, and the elements, bringing harmony or chaos as desired. A gust of wind surrounded the pillar, with leaves and petals swirling, causing it to illuminate green.

Each representative released their monster cards with elegance and flair. The arena was filled with roars, songs, flames, and wonders as the monsters showcased their strengths. The audience was in awe, and the energy levels skyrocketed.

Li Yang watched intently, making mental notes. The competition was fierce, but he was ready. The anticipation for his turn grew as he witnessed the grandeur of the eight families. The stage was set, and the challenges had only just begun.