In the strange, fantastical forest, a pillar of dark gold light shot into the sky. A storm of magical power raged, causing the vine-wrapped Fairy Tail building to sway.
Under the influence of that immense power, the ground shook violently.
When the storm cleared, everyone looked up. Erza stood in the ruined earth. A five-pointed magic circle slowly rotated behind her.
She was now clad in dark gold armor. The helmet and shoulder plates were broad. The chest plate was engraved with ancient runes that shimmered with light.
Her chained gauntlets and greaves contrasted with her pale skin. Far from hiding her presence, the fluttering of her scarlet hair made her look both powerful and alluring.
"My body trembles at this oppressive presence. To have such magic power just from your own strength..."
Knightwalker gripped her Ten Commandments Spear. She stared at Erza in her Exodia Armor. She felt awe. She felt no fear. She felt envy.
Why could the people of Earthland use magic freely, while they lived in constant fear of losing their magic?
That was why she followed the king. She wanted to take magic from Earthland.
"What incredible power. Can a human really be this strong?"
"Erza is just as amazing!"
"No wonder Chase broke the teleportation device. With friends like this, what is there to be afraid of?"
The Edolas guild members were in awe.
They had no magic of their own, but they used magical weapons. They could sense how strong Erza was.
Even Lucy and the others were surprised.
When did Erza get this armor?
The familiar design reminded them of the Forbidden One's limbs. They looked at their owner.
And saw Chase looking equally confused.
"Chase? You did not know about this?" Lucy asked.
She knew about Exodia from the cards Chase had used before.
"I did not expect Erza to complete the set before me," Chase sighed.
He could feel the familiar magic from the armor. It was not the same as his cards, but it was similar.
He summoned Dark Magician Girl.
"Ta-da! The genius magical girl has arrived~"
She struck a pose. Then she tripped on a rock.
"Ah ha, ahahaha. Hello, everyone~" she said.
"What the? He just summoned a person?"
"It is like our Chase, but with cards. But this is different."
"Aye~ This is Chase's magic. Duelist Soul!" Happy explained.
Chase pointed at Erza. "Explain."
The magic from the Exodia Armor felt like Dark Magician's magic.
"How did Erza get this so quickly? Is the enemy that strong?" Dark Magician Girl pouted. "Now I cannot use it as a secret weapon to surprise you!"
Thud.
She got a smack on the head.
Under pressure, she explained.
While they were preparing to go to Edolas, Erza had asked for her help. She wanted to make Exodia Armor. She wanted to try close combat.
Dark Magician Girl said yes. She told her master.
They studied the Forbidden One's limbs. They used their own magic. They designed the armor.
Erza added her own touches. She spent all her money. She used rare materials. And she had the armor made.
"So that is why Erza sold some of her equipment," Lucy said.
"And it was your idea to use this against me?" Chase asked.
"No! I just... Erza agreed too!" Dark Magician Girl said.
Chase thought about it. Erza could be a little mischievous sometimes.
If it was not aimed at him, it was kind of cute.
BOOM!
A loud noise interrupted them.
Erza, used to her new armor, attacked. She threw a punch.
The ground for miles around cracked. All the plants were destroyed.
The Edolas guild members were in awe.
Erza and Knightwalker were now fighting up close.
The dark gold armor was powerful. Knightwalker kept changing the form of her spear. She tried to find a weakness.
But up close, she was losing.
The fight was reaching its peak.
"Hey, me. Is your fighting style that violent too?" Edo Lucy asked.
"Of course not. Compared to Erza, I am much gentler," Lucy said.
"Aye~ Lucy's first big quest destroyed half a port town~" Happy said.
"Shut up!" Lucy said.
"So that is what I am like. I am strong!" Edo Lucy said.
"Hearing that, you are actually proud of it?!" Lucy said.
Suddenly, Edo Lucy was pulled away.
BOOM!
A crater appeared. A man lay inside. He was unconscious.
"That is Sugarboy. Captain of the fourth magical warfare unit," Edo Mirajane said.
Chase stood at the edge of the crater. He was holding Edo Lucy.
"It is a little rude to attack people while they are watching a show, is it not?"
"One punch. He defeated a captain of the royal army." Edo Lucy's heart raced.
"You are amazing, little brother!"
Chase: ...
He did not know what to say. This world's Lucy had no sense of personal space.
"Not bad. Your awareness of danger is good," Gildarts said.
"Father. Could you put me down now?" Edo Cana said.
"Ah. Sorry."
When Sugarboy attacked, Gildarts had grabbed her first.
Now, everyone understood. They were not afraid anymore. They knew how strong Chase and his friends were.
"Damn it. Chase steals the show again," Gray said.
"Let us just be glad they are on our side," Wendy said.
"Do not be so soft, Wendy. If we are too slow, there will be no enemies left," Carla said.
"What enemies?"
Surrounded by soldiers.
Natsu and Gray attacked. They ran through the army. People flew through the air.
No one could stop them.
The Edolas guild members watched. They did not know what to look at first.
BOOM!
A huge explosion. The fight between the two Erzas was almost over.
"Using this armor to its full potential is still too much for me," Erza said.
Knightwalker was also tired. She was hurt.
"One more blow. This will decide it," Erza said.
She raised her hands. The armor fell away. It became golden light. A sphere of energy formed between her palms.
"Fine. I will show you the true form of my spear," Knightwalker said.
"Demon God Flame Cannon! "
"Holy Spear: Sacred Stone World! "
just like me!"
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