CHAPTER SEVEN (HOODED FIGURE)

[WARNING: CHANGE IN PERSPECTIVE]

"Ughhh," I groaned as I got up from the ground, dusting myself off. I'd just made the stupid decision of facing my two avatars, Emma and Jenna, at once. Sometimes, the power that comes with being a puppeteer can make even the calmest person make irrational decisions. Despite knowing their stats were higher than mine, I couldn't resist the temptation to try and best them both at once.

Damn! That hurt!

As I stood up and faced them, I could see the determination in their eyes. Emma stood in a battle-ready stance, her eyes sharp and focused. Even though she didn't have a long range weapon or attack other than ki fist , her utilization ki steps allowed her to move with incredible speed and precision.

I took a deep breath, focusing my ki. Emma and Jenna were both formidable opponents, but I wasn't about to give up without a fight. I began to weave my way between them, darting in and out of their range. Emma tried to corner me with her ki steps, but I was just a little bit faster. I could feel the sweat beading on my brow as the battle continued. Jenna's lightning spells crackled in the air, threatening to strike at any moment. But I was determined to come out on top.

Just as I was starting to feel confident, Jenna let loose a bolt of lightning that struck me in the shoulder. I cried out in pain, but I refused to give up. I gritted my teeth and charged forward, my fists glowing with ki. I landed a powerful blow on Jenna's chest, sending her reeling backwards. But before I could celebrate my victory, Emma was on me, her fists flying in a blur of motion. I did my best to block her strikes, but her speed was astonishing. This girl is too talented, she had discovered how to use ki to amplify her stats.

Just when I thought things couldn't get any worse, Jenna and Emma began to fight in perfect synchronization. Their ki steps and lightning spells were weaving together, creating a deadly dance of death. I was barely keeping up, blocking and dodging their strikes as best I could. But it was clear that I was outmatched. I knew I had to do something drastic if I wanted to survive.

Just as I was about to give up hope, a voice called out to me from the shadows. "Use your surroundings," the voice said. I turned to see a hooded figure standing in the darkness. "Use the wind to your advantage," the figure continued. I hesitated, not sure what to make of this mysterious stranger. But I knew I had to try something, anything, if I wanted to win. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.

As I focused on my breath, I could feel the wind swirling around me. I imagined myself as part of the wind, flowing and twisting with it. And then, suddenly, I understood. I opened my eyes and reached out my hand. The wind seemed to respond to my touch, wrapping around my body like a cloak. I could feel the power of the wind coursing through me, filling me with a sense of strength and confidence. I turned back to face my opponents, my eyes blazing with determination.

As I faced Jenna and Emma, I could see the surprise in their eyes. They clearly hadn't expected me to be able to control the wind that easily. But I wasn't done yet. I closed my eyes and focused all of my energy into a single point. Then, with a flick of my wrist, I released a blast of wind that sent both Jenna and Emma flying backwards. They landed with a thud, dazed and confused. I stood tall, breathing deeply, feeling the wind swirling around me. I was ready for the final showdown.

[MINOR ALL ELEMENT MAGIC: Wind Magic]

As I faced Jenna and Emma, I could see the shock in their eyes. But it quickly turned to determination, as they prepared for the next round. We circled each other, sizing each other up. I could feel the wind at my back, ready to be unleashed at a moment's notice.

" Hey, how can you use wind magic when I haven't even tried it?, that's cheating " Jenna complained

" I'm pretty sure you didn't remember you could use it until now, try checking your status from time to time to refresh your memory " I replied to her

" Stop complaining Jenna, or you'll be on your own I can't keep this up longer"

Jenna struck first, her fist flying towards me with lightning speed. But I was ready. I dodged her attack, my body moving with the grace of the wind. I countered with a strike of my own, but Emma intercepted it, deflecting my blow. I was impressed by their skill, but I knew I had to stay focused. This was a battle of skill and willpower, and I refused to give up.

Just as I was about to make my next move, I felt a rush of wind behind me. I turned to see Jenna and Emma standing back to back, their eyes glowing with the power of the wind. I had underestimated them, and now I was in serious trouble. They attacked in unison, their fists and feet flying towards me with blinding speed. I did my best to block and evade, but it was like trying to stop a hurricane.

[Avatar: Emma has discovered a new technique [WIND GOD INCARNATION]]

Just as I was about to be overwhelmed by their attacks, I remembered something my mentor had once told me: "When you feel like you're in over your head, close your eyes and listen ." So that's what I did. I closed my eyes, and focused on the sounds around me. Suddenly, everything seemed to slow down. I could see Jenna and Emma's every move, their every intention, as if it were happening in slow motion, no it was not that, I was the anomaly I could perceive and process their movements faster than they could make them.

[You've discovered two new spells [LIGHTNING MAGIC: ENHANCED THOUGHT PROCESSING] and [ENHANCED MOVEMENT SPEED]]

With my newfound awareness, I was able to counter every move Jenna and Emma made. They were shocked by my sudden increase in speed and strength. But I could tell they weren't going to give up easily. They began to fight with even more ferocity, their strikes becoming even faster and more powerful.

The battle was becoming more and more intense, and the air was crackling with the power of lightning. The room was filled with the sound of our fists and feet connecting, and the smell of sweat and ozone. I could feel my energy waning, but I knew I couldn't give up. I had to keep fighting, for myself and my pride as the self proclaimed master.

Just as it seems like Jenna and Emma are about to land the finishing blow, I activate the assimilation ability of the armor. The armor begins to shift and change, taking on a new form. As the transformation completes, I open my eyes, and a new power radiates from my body.

" It's time to end this" I said trying to act like I'm still in control, which is true, but I'm currently on a time limit here. Without mana the armor cannot keep up this form for long.

The armor is covered in sleek, black scales that seem to absorb the light around them. It has the head of a dragon, with glowing red eyes that seem to pierce through the darkness. The wings of the armor buzz with lightning from time to time. The body of the armor is covered in intricate patterns, which swirl and change as it moves. And the feet of the armor are like the talons of a bird, sharp and deadly.

As the armor's new form settles into place, I feel its power flowing through my body. But I can also feel its energy draining away, as my mana reserves are almost depleted. I know I have to end this fight quickly, or I'll be defeated. I focus all of my remaining energy into one last attack, hoping that it will be enough to turn the tide of the battle.

As I charge towards them, I know that this is the end of the line. There's little chance for me to win this fight. But I have to try, I can't just give up. With a last burst of effort, I throw all of my energy into one last attack. Jenna and Emma try to dodge, but it's too late. The blast hits them, and I feel all of my energy leaving me. As I lost my consciousness I saw a faint silhouette of a giant dragon in the distance, they managed to tank through my attack.

" You did well" I heard the voice of the hooded figure again. The voice sounds strangely familiar although I don't remember where or who I heard it from, I blacked out after that.