Lara's Fate

The five imposing Great Beasts confronting Rasoul and his team undeniably pose a formidable challenge. Their attack strategy signals potential danger, emphasizing the need for utmost caution. Among them, the Infernoscorch Drakon stands out as a colossal, winged serpent, its scales resembling molten lava, emitting an intense heat that permeates the air. With fiery wings creating searing gusts of wind with each beat, it is a spectacle to behold.

Crowning its head are horns of obsidian, and its eyes blaze with the ferocity of a raging inferno. This beast is of the fire type, utilizing its breath to scorch its adversaries. Additionally, being an airborne creature, the impending battle is set to unfold in the skies.

Recognizing the specific challenges posed by the Infernoscorch Drakon, Rasoul strategically assigns the task to Sabrat. Aware of Sabrat's prowess and suitability for aerial combat, Rasoul entrusts him with the crucial responsibility of facing the fiery adversary.

The Umbrathrall Harpyx, a malevolent winged creature, boasts onyx feathers that greedily devour all surrounding light. Its wings create an impenetrable cloak of darkness, and its talons, sharp as obsidian, promise a menacing grip. Glowing with malevolence, its eyes peer out from a shadowed visage, instilling fear in the hearts of those who cross its path. Despite the creature's sinister aura, Rasoul remains undeterred. Armed with the perfect counter to its darkness element, he personally steps forward to confront and subdue this ominous foe.

Next in line is the Venomshade Basilisk, a formidable reptilian creature adorned in scales that shimmer with a toxic, iridescent sheen. Its eyes, a captivating shade of poisonous green, hold an entrancing gaze, while its sinuous body is coiled with lethal precision. Venomous fangs protrude menacingly from its jaws, and a barbed tail completes its fearsome appearance. Recognizing the potency of its poison, Rasoul strategically assigns the task of dealing with this creature to the Three Assassins, confident in their ability to overcome the venomous adversary.

The Thunderclaw Behemoth, a colossal creature crackling with electrical energy, takes center stage next. Massive claws, charged with lightning, extend from its powerful limbs, and its eyes emit sparks of raw energy. Thunderous roars accompany each step, creating an electrifying aura of menace. Recognizing the magnitude of this formidable foe, Rasoul grants Lara the opportunity to showcase her mastery over thunder and lightning, believing she is the rightful challenger to this electrifying adversary.

Lastly, the Shroudfang Wraithwolf emerges, the epitome of a perfect assassin. Utilizing shadows for its attacks, its appearance is perhaps the most terrifying among the five beasts. A ghostly lupine predator, its fur is an ethereal blend of shadows, with glowing spectral eyes piercing the darkness. Razor-sharp fangs emit a haunting, otherworldly glow, and it moves with an eerie, silent grace, leaving only the ominous rustle of shadows in its wake. Rasoul envisions a strategic plan, intending to pair the Shroudfang Wraithwolf with the Infernoscorch Drakon to enhance Sabrat's abilities. This calculated move is part of Rasoul's plan to elevate Sabrat to new heights upon entering the Semi-Saint Realm. The stage is set for a mythical confrontation that will test the mettle of Rasoul and his team against these formidable opponents.

"Alright, team, as always, let's move swiftly and strike with absolute precision. If you find yourself in a bind, don't hesitate to ask for assistance. And if you finish off your targets early, lend a hand to your teammates." Rasoul's instructions echoed through the determined group before they swiftly advanced towards their designated adversaries.

Sabrat, the airborne specialist, ascended into the skies with a dense hellfire enveloping him as a protective shield. Shifting to his human form but keeping his wings spread wide, he outpaced the pursuing creature effortlessly. Engaging in a deadly duel with a 5-meter-tall winged dragon imposter, Sabrat, true to his assassin nature, moved with unparalleled precision, skillfully dodging incoming flames. Occasional slashes from Sabrat's weapon found their mark on the beast, but sensing its rapid empowerment, Sabrat decided to escalate the confrontation.

Unleashing his darkness-infused attack, "Umbral Annihilation - Fourth Move: Eclipse of Oblivion," Sabrat plunged their battleground into utter darkness, rendering the creature blind. Not wasting a moment, he followed up with another assault, activating "Specter's Vengeance - Second Move: Curse of Desolation." This move not only further impaired the creature's speed but also intensified its state of blindness. Sabrat, wielding a dagger ablaze with hellish flame, skillfully slashed at the beast, each cut leaving a smoldering mark that gradually drained its life force.

The creature resisted fiercely, but Sabrat, a creature of the night, left it no room for recovery. With each calculated slash, the winged dragon's movements slowed until it succumbed, plummeting from the sky. Sabrat, without hesitation, closed in on the fallen creature, delivering a final slash before driving his legendary-ranked dagger into its brain and one eye. The battlefield echoed with the triumph of Sabrat, who emerged victorious in the dance of shadows and flames.

====Lara, adorned with a faint yet potent light emanating from her skin, darted towards the Thunderclaw Behemoth. The celestial radiance enveloping her surpassed even Rasoul's typical luminance, a testament to the evolution triggered by her Celestial Goddess Class awakening.

As the two colossal beings collided, a dome of electricity erupted, spanning a vast 500 meters across the battlefield. In the blink of an eye, they exchanged a flurry of blows, each strike sending shockwaves of lightning rippling through the air. The clash unfolded with lightning speed, a mesmerizing display of power and agility.

Lara, tapping into her newfound celestial prowess, conjured hundreds of lightning bolts, launching them at the Thunderclaw Behemoth with remarkable speed. Faced with such an overwhelming barrage, the beast assumed a defensive stance, attempting to weather the relentless storm of electric onslaught. Undeterred, Lara exploited the defensive posture, swiftly closing in on the creature. Her claws struck with formidable strength, propelling the Thunderclaw Behemoth backward by a staggering kilometer.

With no time wasted, Lara swiftly resumed her assault, aiming to capitalize on the beast's momentary vulnerability. However, her momentum was abruptly halted as the Thunderclaw Behemoth retaliated, unleashing a thunderous shockwave that pushed Lara back several hundred meters.

Unfazed by the setback, Lara quickly regained her composure and charged forward once more. The battlefield echoed with the clash of titans as they continued their fierce duel. Shockwaves reverberated across the expanse, with neither side showing signs of yielding in this epic confrontation. The relentless exchange of blows created a spectacle of raw power, as Lara and the Thunderclaw Behemoth engaged in a battle that seemed destined to stretch on indefinitely - or not.

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The three Assassins also Clashed with the Basilisk, unlike before, one of them is the bait now while two of them time and strike. It was fast but the three assassins didn't back down either, they continued to play hide and seek for over 5 minutes before the beast decided to appear and strike at lightning speed.

It managed to wag its tail at the Assassin acting as the bait sending him flying but before it could retreat, the two assassins surrounded it and landed two lethal attacks on its eyes. They planned to immobilize it by targeting its eyes. 

With its eyes blinded, Its movement slowed down after that precise strike so the two followed up and landed a killing blow. Their strategy worked but without paying a price. The one who acted as bait laid flat on the ground with skin green as a leaf. He was poisoned by the tail strike the basilisk landed on him. The other two immediately injected a serum given to them by Rasoul before the battle. It is a serum that induces coma in poisoned individuals.

Rasoul wasn't the one to treat people like trash. He knew they would be in danger should they go after the basilisk so he provided them with a way to stabilize themselves till the battle was over so he could buy a proper cure for the poison. They all stood beside him as he lay lifeless. They've done their part.

******

In the midst of the battlefield, Rasoul found himself reveling in the fight. Five minutes into the intense clash, a triumphant system chime rang out.

Ding...

[Congratulations to the host for becoming a Grandmaster in Aiko Dual Swordmaship]

With this newfound mastery, Rasoul's swordsmanship ascended to unprecedented levels, rendering him even deadlier in combat. His movements became a seamless dance of precision as he expertly struck and stabbed at the vital points of the beasts.

For five minutes, Rasoul orchestrated a symphony of lethal blows, efficiently dispatching the two adversaries while keeping a watchful eye on the unfolding battles through his Radar. However, the tide shifted when the Thunderclaw Beast pushed Lara back. Rasoul sensed the impending danger as the two beasts he faced began to intensify their onslaught. Time was of the essence.

In a swift maneuver, Rasoul created three clones, each armed with flash bangs and smoke bombs. Activating his domain ability caught the formidable beasts off guard, providing a crucial opening for his clones. With impeccable timing, each clone hurled a combination of smoke and flash bangs at the beasts, temporarily paralyzing them. Seizing the opportunity, Rasoul swiftly beheaded each creature with a single stroke, ensuring their demise.

Ready to rush to Lara's aid, he hesitated upon hearing her voice in his mind.

'Don't bother, Rasoul. I can take care of it.'

"I get it, but maybe speed things up a bit; time's running out," Rasoul replied.

"Yeah, I'll wrap up the battle now. It was a blast training, though," Lara responded casually. Suddenly, a lightning spear shot from her mouth, piercing the ThunderClaw beast. Throughout the fight, Lara hadn't unleashed any of her abilities; she was merely manipulating the lightning bolts, showcasing her formidable control over the element.

Rasoul gazed at the majestic tiger, his companion, and grinned. He knew Lara was powerful, but the full extent of her strength remained a mystery. Sabrat approached Rasoul after dealing with the flying behemoth, ready to speak. However, before he could utter a word, a potent cosmic energy struck Lara, sending her flying 2 km away.

"LARA!" Rasoul and Sabrat shouted simultaneously. Lara crashed lifelessly onto the ground, her fate uncertain. Just as Rasoul and Sabrat were about to rush over, they heard a voice.

"That was entertaining, but now it's time for all of you to meet your end...