Tension filled the arena as the four entered. This fight wasn't just about advancing to the second round; it was a test of who possessed the "strongest core."
Speaker: And now, one of the best matches of the second round: Bill Saddock and Jack Newell of the Third Division against Seido Takashi and Tristan Water of the Kingdom of Kong.
Sophie Frankenstein: A match like this is rare. It's the Third Division's Bill Saddock, with his hammer and impressive magic, and Jack Newell, wielding that axe and the prince of the Kingdom of Stardam.
Peter Fox: As always, Princess Sophie, you're clever and quick-witted.
Alice: What do you think, Vargas? How will this match be?
Vargas: Yes, it's a tough and complicated match. Bill Saddock and Jack Newell are both on par with Seido Takashi, and so is Tristan.
In the Kingdom of Kong, we see Queen Elizabeth Frankenstein watching the competition with Princess Elena Frankenstein. Elizabeth: Elena, what was that boy you met in the dungeon like?
Elena: At first, I thought he was just weak, but he was my equal in strength and also possessed the spirit of a phoenix.
Elizabeth: So, did you fall in love with him?
Elena blushed and replied, "No, it's not just that."
Elizabeth: What?
Elena: It's just that he helped me in our fight against the Hydra.
Elizabeth: He helped you, huh? And you fell for him? You can't even lie, Elena.
Elena left, blushing and thinking about what had happened with Ivan earlier.
Elizabeth: Batori, you said he was a very dangerous boy.
Batori: That's right, Your Majesty. Only a madman could have stood up in that situation.
Elizabeth: I want you to find out about him. Perhaps in the future, he'll be with us, because my daughter has truly fallen in love with him. In the kingdom of Belgrade, there was a person wearing a mysterious robe who spoke with the new king of the kingdom, and he was none other than the holy hero Stefan Maco.
The Mysterious Figure: Congratulations, Stefan. Your position as King of the Kingdom of Belgrade is a wonderful thing.
Stefan: Well, what does the angel Lilith want from me?
Yes, the Mysterious Figure. She is Lilith, one of the angels and a guardian of the god Zosen.
Lilith: Well, we discovered the connection between the Dark Elf clan of the Jura Forest and their relationship with the Mutu family.
Stefan: The Mutu family? Didn't they end with the death of Jin Mutu?
Lilith: No, but an heir has appeared. He is in the Kingdom of Union, and no one knows about it, but we found out through one of our spies.
Stefan Maco: So, what will you do?
Lilith: I need you, Stefan. I know you love me.
Stefan: That's true, but we're talking about a clan protected by the Kingdom of Union. You know that.
Lilith: Don't worry. When the stage is ready, we will play those puppets for the elf clan, just as my god Zosen wants. Stefan: We need time and significant support for an operation like this. Lilith: I know, Stefan.
Lilith began to sit on Stefan's lap, and they exchanged kisses. Then,
they entered his room and began a romantic encounter.
The Battle Begins: Storm of Steel
Jack Newell unleashed his giant axe, smashing through the floor, while Bill Saddock wove a black halo around his hammer. In contrast, Tristan Water stood calmly, using a wind shield, alongside Seido Takashi, who enhanced his magic with his scythe. Tristan (calmly): "Seido Takashai, I'll reinforce our defense well, and you can attack them with quick strikes." Hanamiya: "An amazing fight! All four of them are on the same level." Makoto: "That's right. It doesn't look like an easy fight at all." Climax: Forbidden Techniques
The fight intensified to the point where the arena began to crumble. Jack used the "Earthquake of the Giants" technique, causing the arena to shake violently, but Tristan countered the pressure with his "Wind Flow" magic, deflecting the force of the blow to the side.
Jack: "Good reflexes, young man of the Kingdom of Kong."
Tristan: "You're not bad either."
Meanwhile, Seido was exchanging blows with Bell. His signature magic enhanced his scythe against the hammer infused with his magic. The speed was so tremendous that the audience could only see flashes of black and white light.
Bell (shouting): "The Third Division won't fall here! Take this... The Great Bang!"
Seido: "Scissor Art: Execution Crescent!" Tristan: Multi-Wind Spear.
Bill Saddock: Black Smoke Hammer.
The End: The Quadruple Blast and the Tragic Draw
In the crucial moment, the four decided to unleash their most powerful weapons simultaneously. The combined energy of the axe, wind, scythe, and hammer collided at the center of the arena, creating a massive explosion that engulfed the arena in smoke and debris.
Naofumi: This is unbelievable! What kind of battle was that?
Hotaru: They're all top-level fighters. If it weren't for the arena's solidity, it would have been destroyed.
When the dust settled, the four were seen struggling to their feet, but their injuries were severe and their magic was completely depleted. Jack and Bill fell first, followed by Tristan and Sido, all unconscious from exhaustion and the impact.
Official Spokesperson (incredulous): "My goodness! No one is left standing! Since all four were unable to continue fighting before a winner could be declared... and according to the strict rules of the tournament... a draw is declared, and both are eliminated!"
To the cheers of everyone, they stood applauding in respect for this amazing battle.
Emperor Ryohei: This is a magnificent battle; it seems they will benefit greatly from it.
Ritsu approached, saying: Your Majesty, it seems someone has discovered who Ivan is. Not only that, but there's something strange about the son of the Watro family.
Ryohei: What do you mean, Ritsu?
Ritsu: I saw him talking to a mysterious person, and his eyes also lingered on Yui Urahara. It seems she's his target.
Ryohei: Very well, we will observe, and if anything serious happens, we will intervene.
Backstage: The calm before the storm. A pall fell over the faces of the audience, especially Alice Frankenstein, who had hoped to see Tristan advance.
Alice: You did a fantastic job, Tristan. Well done! Sophia: There's only one battle left. What will happen in it?
Ivan was watching quietly.
Ivan: I see. You've made a contract with a demon of a special level, Yellow Thunder Boy. That's good.
Naofumi: That bastard. He's so arrogant.
Hotaru: Of course he is, Naofumi. He's strong at an advanced level.
Rin says: What will that Dark Elf girl do? She'll be in for a tough fight against him.
Tao says: I really like her.
Noah: Hey, Tao likes her. That's really nice.
Tao: Noah, stop it. (He blushes)
Naofumi: I like Amania Nomizuku. She's a great girl.
Hotaru: And you, Ivan?
Ivan: What are you talking about?
Naofumi laughs and says: Ivan doesn't care about these things. Competition Spokesperson:
And now, the exceptional and final showdown between
Dan Wataru of the First Division and Yui Urahara of the Dark Elf Clan from the Jura Forest.
Everyone was excited for the match, while Ivan's expression was particularly serious.
Dan glanced towards Yui, who stood ready.
The speaker then announced who would join Castleku and Ona Amzaki in the final: Vitsel Rusuke Amanya Nomizuku.