"Need a Bodyguard? Don't you worry, Dr. Kozaky. I'll be right here, watching their little showdown with great interest. After all, I'm quite curious to see how it all unfolds."
Dr. Kozaky couldn't help but feel a sense of confusion and unease. She knew Rederra possessed some Neos energy, but her own senses indicated that Rederra's power was only half as strong as Wendy's current state."I... I suppose your 'help' is appreciated, but do be cautious. We shouldn't underestimate Maylithe, and as a scientist, I must remind you that observation alone won't aid us in our predicament."
Rederra's face smirked with amusement and mystery as she responded. "OH, dear Dr. Kozaky, observation can reveal so much. Sometimes, it's the 'key' to unlocking hidden truths. But worry not, I shall remain by your side, providing my... 'unique insights'."
Dr. Kozaky couldn't quite grasp Rederra's intentions, but she understood that she shouldn't just rely on Rederra alone for protection. As they prepared to witness the battle between Wendy, Purgus, and Maylithe, Dr. Kozaky fortified herself with what little Neos energy she possessed, ready to support in any way she could. Together, they stood on the sidelines, their eyes fixated on the unfolding clash of power.
The battles rages on.
"Celestial inferno!"
Purgus unleashed his Celestial Inferno, his fists wreathed in scorching cosmic flames. He punches out blazing projectiles towards Maylithe, but she countered with her bare hands, meeting the fiery onslaught with her own strength. The clash of celestial and demonic energies filled the air with a volatile intensity.
Not one to be deterred, Purgus swiftly transitioned into his Infernal Flame Attack, summoning cosmic energy into the shape of searing flames. The consecutive blasts of inferno erupted from his palms, hurtling towards Maylithe with the intent to burn and consume. However, Maylithe, ever vigilant, countered each fiery assault with her own green fireballs, their collision creating a dazzling display of opposing elements.
Meanwhile, Wendy, her determination unwavering, shouted out her next move,
"ARC OF CELESTIA!!!"
The vibrant pink beam of energy surged from her hands, its unique ability to curve catching Maylithe off guard. Realizing the imminent danger, Maylithe swiftly erected a shield of dark energy around herself, the clash of pink and black creating an intense struggle for dominance.
Maylithe grins "Nice.. but now, it's my turn… "
As Maylithe proclaimed her turn, a sinister smile played upon her lips.
" Poison Mist!"
Maylithe's body became shrouded in a green mist, radiating a malevolent aura. The toxic fumes swirled around her, forming a smokescreen that threatened to engulf Wendy and Purgus. Wendy quickly assessed the situation, her eyes narrowing with determination.
"Watch out, Purgus! That's not just smoke! We need to keep our distance! It's--"
"-- I see it…It's clearly poison. We can't afford to let that poison touch us. We have to find a way to counter her attack!"
Dr. Kozaky, sensing the impending danger of Maylithe's Demonic Poison, quickly voiced her concerns and urged her companions to take evasive action. "We need to move! That poison is heading our way. Let's find cover or get out of its path!"
Rederra, with a mischievous smile, suddenly sprang into action. She swiftly erected walls of what appeared to be Neos energy, resembling solid barriers that mimicked the appearance of a building's walls. The toxic mist collided with the barriers, only to be repelled and redirected away from them.
Dr. Kozaky, astonished by Rederra's quick thinking and effective use of the barrier technique, couldn't help but express her surprise.
"W-What ? Those barriers... They're deflecting the poison! Rederra, you're amazing! I never expected you to be this skilled with barriers!"
Rederra replied "Oh, it's nothing, really. Just a little trick I picked up along the way. We can't let that poison get to us, can we? Now, let's focus on the battle and support Wendy and Purgus, Doctor."
Dr. Kozaky nodded, her skepticism fading away as she witnessed the effectiveness of Rederra's barrier technique. With renewed determination, she directed her attention back to the ongoing battle, where Wendy and Purgus were still locked in combat against Maylithe.
The Poison disappated. Purgus and Wendy closed in, their strikes landing on Maylithe, and they expected to feel the impact of their blows making a difference; however, to their surprise, Maylithe remained resilient, showing no signs of being affected by their attacks. She taunted them with a mocking smile, reveling in their frustration.
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"Is that all you've got? Your FEEBLE attempts to harm me are nothing more than a mere nuisance. You're nothing compared to the might of me... I am the Demon of Malice!"
Purgus and Wendy exchanged a determined glance, refusing to be discouraged by Maylithe's taunts. They knew they had to keep pressing forward, finding a weakness or an opening in her defenses.
"We won't be deterred by your words, Maylithe! We'll keep fighting until we find a way to bring you down!"
"You may be powerful, but we won't give up! We'll find a way to break through your defenses!"
Maylithe, her tail swaying with an air of confidence, swiftly lashed out, swatting Purgus and Wendy aside with a single motion. Their bodies were sent flying, crashing into the ground with a resounding thud. Despite the impact, they pushed themselves back up, refusing to let Maylithe's attack break their spirit.
Without wasting a moment afterwards, Maylithe prepared her next technique
"Let's see how you handle this... Molten Lava Wave"!
This devastating attack required a lethal amount of Demonic energy, and as she charged it, then a powerful wave of molten lava surged forth coming from her hands towards her adversaries.
Purgus found himself caught in the technique, the scorching heat and lethal energy threatening to consume him. However, before his body could disintegrate, Wendy, fueled by her unwavering determination, swiftly intervened, summoning her Neos energy to shield Purgus from the fiery onslaught.
"Purgus! Hold on! I won't let you be consumed by this inferno!"
Her voice filled with determination, Wendy extended her arms, creating a protective barrier of shimmering pink energy that enveloped Purgus, shielding him from the deadly flames. Despite the intense heat and pressure, she stood her ground, channeling her Neos power to hold back the molten onslaught.
Purgus, his body weakened, looked at Wendy with gratitude in his eyes." Wendy... Thank you. You've saved me once again. But we can't let our guard down. We have to keep pushing forward."
Wendy Replied" You're right, Purgus. We can't let her defeat us. We'll find a way to overcome her, no matter what it takes!"
Maylithe, watching the scene unfold with a mix of annoyance and curiosity, taunted them once more." Ohh…How amusing. Your determination is admirable, but it won't save you from my wrath."
Purgus, his determination burning brightly, turned to Wendy with a glimmer of hope in his eyes. He knew that their current strategies were not enough to overpower Maylithe, but he believed in Wendy's hidden potential. With a sense of urgency, he spoke up.
"Wendy, I know this might be a long shot, but there's a technique you possess that could potentially turn the tides of this battle. It's that technique you used before, the one that bends and curves with extreme focus. I've named it the 'Tempest Fist,' but I know you haven't officially named it yet. Do you think you can use it?"
Wendy glanced at Purgus, a wry smile forming on her face.
"The 'Tempest Fist,' huh? Well, I have to admit, it's not a bad name, but I have to wonder who decided on that name without my consent."
Purgus chuckled, scratching the back of his head sheepishly.
"Well, I may have come up with it while we were training together," he admitted, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "It just seemed fitting, considering how powerful and unpredictable your technique is."
Wendy couldn't help but laugh. "Alright, tell you what, I'll give you credit for the name," she said, playfully nudging him with her elbow.
As confident as she looked, Wendy's expression shifted, torn between uncertainty and the need to trust in Purgus' belief in her abilities. She understood the gravity of the situation, knowing that Maylithe's power and resilience far surpassed what they had faced before. Her power, currently limited to 60%, made her doubt the effectiveness of the technique."Purgus, I do appreciate your faith in me, but with only 60% of my Neos energy, I'm not sure if the Tempest Fist will be enough to break through Maylithe's defenses….It requires extreme focus and precision, which I still struggle to achieve with my current limitations."
Purgus, undeterred by Wendy's uncertainty, placed a hand on her shoulder, "Wendy, I've seen what you're capable of. Your Neos energy is both unique and adaptable. I believe that even with just 60% of your power, you have the potential to unleash a force that can surprise even Maylithe. We need every advantage we can get against this Demon of Malice. Trust in your abilities, trust in yourself."
Wendy's eyes met Purgus', finding determination and unwavering support within them. Slowly, she nodded, a flicker of determination igniting within her. "Alright, Purgus. I'll trust in your belief in me. I'll give it everything I've got and unleash the Tempest Fist. Maylithe won't know what hit her."
Purgus engaged Maylithe, his agile movements and relentless attacks kept her attention fixated on him. With each calculated strike, he aimed to divert Maylithe's focus away from Wendy, giving her the time she needed to build up the required focus and precision for her ultimate technique.
Wendy, her determination shining through her eyes, absorbed the energy around her, tapping into the depths of her Neos energy. A touch of her deity energy, dormant until now, began to awaken within her, amplifying her aura from a gentle pink to a radiant and pulsating glow.
The surrounding air crackled with electricity as Wendy's body became a vessel of newfound power. She could feel the energy swirling around her like a tempest, responding to her every thought and command. With unwavering focus, Wendy channeled immense neos energy into her strikes. She could sense the buildup of power within her, growing stronger with each passing moment. And then, with a resounding shout that reverberated through the battlefield, Wendy unleashed her ultimate technique.
" TEMPESST! FISSST!!!!"
Her fist soared through the air, surging with an unstoppable force. As it connected with Maylithe, the single blow split into multiple ethereal replicas, each carrying the full impact of her strike. It was a barrage of power, an assault that made it seem as if Maylithe was struck multiple times with overwhelming force.
Maylithe, caught off guard by the unexpected onslaught, staggered backward, her aura flickering with uncertainty. The impact of Wendy's Tempest Fist had disrupted her defenses, exposing a vulnerability she hadn't anticipated. The force of the blows sent Maylithe hurtling backward, crashing into a nearby wall with a resounding thud. A cloud of smoke erupted around her, obscuring her figure from view. Has Maylithe been defeated?