The Pokémon standard ability "Protect" is an absolute defense that can block any attack. Its side effect is that consecutive uses easily fail.
But this negative effect barely exists in Kael's hands.
Why? Because he can't even use it a second time!
Taking advantage of the moment when the green barrier blocked the barrage, he rushed to Aiz's side to check her injuries.
"Quick, drink this elixir. That creature's potential is already nearly at Level 6. We can't win without using all our trump cards."
Aiz tilted her head back and gulped down the potion. White smoke emanated from her body as her bruises and lacerations instantly healed.
Level 6 was a monster four levels higher than her. Encountering one on this floor would be an absolute nightmare for any adventurer.
Even Aiz had doubt in her eyes, "Can I... win?"
"You can!" Kael said firmly, "If anyone can, it's you! Believe in the infinite possibilities of the lower realm! I'll be with you!"
"But..."
"Didn't we agree to create a legend?! Are you afraid? World's strongest!"
"That's for the future!"
Aiz had faced the Jewel Dragon's attacks before. Against a barrier that even their strongest killing moves couldn't penetrate, how could they win? Even if Riveria were here, she probably couldn't handle this monster.
A look of reluctance flashed across Kael's face as he pulled out a test tube filled with crystalline liquid (Soma) from his pouch.
"Is this..." Aiz's eyes widened.
"What I mentioned before — a precious elixir that temporarily enhances the user's strength!" Kael boasted without blushing, "Trust me, before drinking it, you must convince yourself that the monster before you is what you hate most! Remember? It will make you temporarily forget all grudges and achieve spiritual transcendence."
Aiz swallowed, "Alright!"
You trust me, and I trust you too!
She stood up, closing her eyes to imagine her ultimate nemesis from her dreams. A black dragon spread its wings, blotting out the sky as it roared at her.
"ROAR——!!!"
As the Jewel Dragon let out its cry, Aiz closed her eyes, tilted her head back, and gulped down the liquid...
Sound vanished completely. Aiz stood motionless while Kael quickly retreated to a safe distance.
Time seemed to freeze...
Thump—Thump—Thump—
A rhythmic pounding erupted in Aiz's chest...
"Hic~~…UWAAAAAAAAAAAA———— hic~"
A black storm, three times larger than before, exploded around Aiz.
Through drunken hiccups and fierce roars, she gripped her dual swords and transformed into a berserker without reason, launching her attack against the massive, evil target!
Countless vines were slashed apart and prismatic barriers stripped away layer by layer by her wave-like attacks. The Jewel Dragon's massive claws swung out, pushing back the black wind for only an instant before receiving even more ferocious combos in return.
Kael whistled playfully, "It really works. Aiz, fully ignited as an avenger, can indeed unleash combat power exceeding three levels. In her fearless drunken state, her instinctive slashes embody exactly what a true berserker should be."
After appreciating the "monster's" performance for a moment, he clapped his hands.
"Alright, I can't just stand idle... Let's go!"
Despite her rampage, Aiz's abilities still fell short of the Jewel Dragon's. Though they were evenly matched again, she couldn't secure victory. There was only one thing left for Kael to do!
He raised both hands above his head and softly chanted:
"Grow. That power and that vessel. Breadth of wealth and breadth of wishes. Until the bell tolls, bring forth glory and illusion. -Grow. Confine divine offerings within this body. This golden light bestowed from above. Into the hammer and into the ground, may it bestow good fortune upon you. -Grow!"
{T/N: Remember that he is not invoking the Uchide no Kozuchi (from Haruhime) per se, but wanting to do so with a chant that might seem like it through his Miracles Ring. Since it's random, it might give him what he wants or something completely different. This is just to give him a bit more luck.}
This is the most mysterious magic of the lower realm, a miracle that even Gods cannot glimpse!
Its name is—
"Come forth! Uchide no Kozuchi!"
Exquisite runes intertwined in the atmosphere as brilliant orange light bloomed around Kael...
Before his eyes appeared a rapidly spinning vortex of chaos, from which shot a brilliant blue meteor that glided across the night sky, radiating the most dazzling blue starlight!
His expression froze. Obeying the magic's will, he slowly turned around, raised his perky buttocks, and gently wiggled them at the Jewel Dragon.
Pokémon standard ability…
❈ Tail Whip! ❈
Effect: Lowers opponent's defense by one stage.
'Damn it!' Kael cursed while shamefully wiggling his hips.
Others are fighting for their lives, and you're being provocative!
This is Lord Kael's lifelong humiliation! Miracles Ring! Damn your immortal board!
Undeterred, he repeated the chant again: "Grow..."
It was just like the necessary ritual for drawing cards. Since the Miracles Ring had the authority to use unlimited magic, and he'd copied the incantation, there was no reason he couldn't use it!
Maybe the next miracle would finally be the Uchide no Kozuchi... or perhaps he'd just get "Splash" and flop around uselessly like a Magikarp. At this point, he'd accept anything that wasn't another butt-wiggling move!
Kael firmly believed!
And so...
"Ah~ Mmhmm~ Yeah!" Kael provocatively swayed his waist while making unintelligible sounds.
❈ Growl! ❈
Lowers the target's Attack by one stage!
❈ Baby-Doll Eyes! ❈
Lowers the target's Attack by one stage, with increased priority!
What the hell, Pokémon again, you Crappy Ring son of a bit— wait, I got carried away.
Because it seems to be working!
Inside the gem on the Jewel Dragon's forehead, the fetus's eyes turned into hearts, becoming charmed. The fierce attacks paused momentarily, and the vines that could easily send Aiz flying became weak and powerless.
Aiz, in her berserk state, thrust her sword forward, and the black wind instantly severed one of the Jewel Dragon's wings.
The loss of its limb ignited the Jewel Dragon's fury. Brilliant seven-colored gems rained down from above. Blood splattered everywhere, but couldn't break through Aiz's despair-fueled trance. She charged headlong into the barrage.
The Jewel Dragon let out a deafening roar as vine-formed claws crashed down, kicking up clouds of dust.
Aiz slammed into the ground, then bounced off to crash against the rock wall.
Kael's anxiety mounted: "Grow!"
Magic power surged through him as he once again struck a provocative pose at the Jewel Dragon...
❈ Encore! ❈
Forces the target to use the previously selected move for 3 turns!!
I AM NOT A POKÉMON, YOU DAMNED RING FROM HELL!!
"Damn it! Grow!"
Green light descended from the sky — this time a healing spell. Aiz's injuries mended, and she pressed one hand against the rock wall to pull herself up.
"TEMPEST! BLOW——"
Her legs coiled, and the black storm lifted her skyward as she launched another special attack.
"Huff huff huff— Damn... Grow!!"
❈ Cinder Ella! ❈
...even you, Lilis...
Finally, after unleashing countless bizarre spells, a golden orb of light that filled Kael with excitement materialized in the air.
"Here it is! I knew it!" With fox ears on his head and a golden fluffy tail swaying gently behind him, he danced with joy, "I did it! This fox lord succeeded! Hahaha!"
❈ Uchide no Kozuchi! ❈
Golden rain gathered in the sky, then fell into the black storm. An astonishing aura swept across the battlefield...
"UWAAAAAAAAA————"
The rapidly expanding black wind condensed into a thick black beam. It glided across the ground in an instant, cutting through barriers, separating roots, and finally appearing behind the Jewel Dragon's head.
The giant monster slowly cracked from its chest, releasing black energy that seemed capable of devouring all light. In the next moment, it emitted a tremendous roar.
Aiz fell from the sky exhausted, disappearing into the forest.
Seeing everything settle, Kael quickly stepped forward.
"Just as I expected! The incantation influences the magic pool being drawn from!"
He stepped on the green orb that had rolled to his feet, staring at the distorted expression of the "fetus" inside. His lips curled up mischievously.
"This time... I've struck it rich!"
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