The struggle between technology and cosmic energy continued. It became increasingly evident that Solene's power was overwhelming Kintovar's advanced weaponry. The miniature planet of cosmic energy tore through the silver blaster's beam, disintegrating it into sparkling fragments.
With a triumphant grin, Solene directed the miniature planet toward Kintovar. The swirling energies was growing more intense with each passing moment.
"It's over Kintovar. Your technology may have its place in the world but cosmic energy transcends it all. There's no escape from the power of the cosmos! I’m sending you straight to the graveyard!"
The miniature planet drew closer, its cosmic energies crackling and pulsating with incredible power. Kintovar frantically searched her arsenal for a solution but it seemed there was no escape from the impending onslaught of cosmic magic.
Unfortunatley for Kintovar, cosmic energy from Solene's miniature planet struck her. There was an overwhelming brightness which came from a deafening explosion. The impact sent shockwaves rippling through the Mystical forest and the very ground seemed to quake.
When the smoke cleared, the forest was left in a damaged state with trees toppled over the place and debris scattered all over the area. In the epicenter of the destruction, Kintovar stood, her lab coat tattered and singed, her hair disheveled and her body visibly scorched. It was clear that she had taken a potent amount of damage from the cosmic attack.
However, despite the injuries she had sustained, Kintovar remained standing, her resolve unbroken.
Kintovar, despite her injuries and the devastation around her, couldn't help but let out a chuckle. She assessed the damage she had taken, her mind working like a well-oiled machine even in the midst of this crazy battle.
"Well, well," Kintovar muttered to herself. "I really can't afford to take too many more of those cosmic attacks. They really do pack a punch don't they?"
She glanced around at the disarray in the forest, her analytical mind already calculating the potential strategies and countermeasures she could employ in the ongoing battle. As the battle between Kintovar and Solene raged on, Kintovar made a calculated move. She adjusted her sunglasses and lifted her pink headphones over her ears. With swift precision, she retrieved small devices from her utility belt and tossed them into the air. The devices hovered momentarily before slowly descending, emitting an ominous energy.
Solene watched with curiosity, momentarily distracted by the hovering devices. In that split second, Kintovar seized the opportunity to switch weapons. She brandished two guns, one in each hand and unleashed a rapid barrage of magic bullets. The projectiles streaked towards Solene who quickly raised her cosmic barrier to shield herself.
However, Kintovar wasn't finished. With incredible agility, she dropped one of the guns she had been firing and activated the other. An energy hook extended from the weapon, wrapping around one of the hovering devices. With a swift motion, Kintovar launched the device downward at Solene's barrier.
The moment the device made contact with the barrier, a blinding release of magical energy erupted. The strength of the attack was immense sending shockwaves radiating outwards. Trees were uprooted and the very ground seemed to quake under the sheer power of the attack.
Solene, caught off guard by Kintovar's unexpected maneuver, found herself overwhelmed by the colossal magical energy. Her cosmic barrier struggled to contain the destructive power unleashed upon it. For a brief moment, it held up with cosmic energy unleashing around it, but then with an ear-shattering rupture, the barrier shattered into fragments.
Solene was sent hurtling backward, her body engulfed in the aftermath. She crashed through the environemnt leaving a trail of devastation in her wake.
Kintovar, standing amidst the smoldering aftermath of her attack, watched as Solene's body disappeared into the distance. Despite the intensity of the battle, she couldn't help but smirk beneath her sunglasses.
"Looks like I found the chink in your cosmic armor, Solene," Kintovar remarked with a sense of satisfaction "This isn't over yet. "As Becky watched the intense battle unfold between Dr. Kintovar and Solene, a sense of awe and respect began to build within her. She couldn't deny that what Kintovar had just pulled off was nothing short of remarkable. Inwardly, she couldn't help but think, "That was sick!" Her initial skepticism about technology versus magic was starting to fade away.
Becky exchanged a glance with Sybil and she could see a similar sense of admiration in her companion's eyes.
Solene's frustration and disbelief were seen as she got up from the ground, her hand clenched into a fist. She punched the forest floor and let out a string of curses under her breath.
"This is nonsense," Solene muttered under her breath with frustration.
"Technology can't come close to magic…What just happened had to be a fluke. There's no way…no way that scientist could have bested me with her gadgets."
She clenched her fists, her mind racing to find an explanation for what had transpired. "It's impossible," she thought, her anger simmering. "Magic is the foundation of our society, the very essence of our existence. No mere machine can rival its might. I won't let this defeat shake my faith in magic!"
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Solene rose to her feet, her cosmic energy swirling around her with one hand moving downwards and one positioning upwards.
Just then, Kintovar's confident words rang in her ears.
"That's checkmate," Kintovar declared with a sly smile.
"You made the wrong move by coming back from that direction."
Solene's raised an eyebrow in confusion and frustration.
"What nonsense is she talking about?" Solene thought, "No. It doesn’t matter. I won't be defeated so easily. I'll show her the true power of my magic!"
Solene prepared to unleash her most powerful spell, she declared confidently, "I don't know what you're babbling about Kintovar, but one thing is clear: it's checkmate alright... Checkmate for you!"
With extreme focus, Solene directed her remaining miniature planet toward the ground, right at Kintovar's feet. As the planet made contact with the earth, a brilliant display of cosmic energy erupted around her.
“STELLAR CONSTELLATION!”
From the ground in the targeted area, countless stars of the cosmos began to emerge, following a radiant beam. These celestial bodies ascended to the sky, forming a mesmerizing constellation. The power of the stars, harnessed by Solene's magic, surged with incredible energy.
The entire area was engulfed in a cosmic storm and the damage it caused was catastrophic. The ground shook, trees were uprooted under the might of the celestial onslaught.
Solene watched with satisfaction and anticipation, believing that this devastating spell would bring an end to Kintovar's defiance once and for all.
Becky and Sybil, from their view, watched in shock as Solene unleashed her devastating 'Stellar Constellation' spell. The power of the cosmic stars surged, creating a catastrophic storm of energy that seemed unstoppable.
"No way... It's all over. That attack’s far too powerful! Shit! Kintovar is going to…!”
They could see Kintovar's body floating amidst the turmoil and it was clear that she was taking a tremendous amount of damage. It seemed as though nothing could withstand the might of Solene's extreme magic.
But as the celestial storm raged on, there was something peculiar about Kintovar's demeanor. Despite the relentless assault, she maintained a calm and calculating look.
The objects Kintovar had placed in the sky were set off by the strength of Solene's attack. The forest was illuminated by blinding forces as explosive waves rocked the area.
Solene's satisfaction was evident. She began laughing sinisterly while she spoke, "Kintovar is dead and gone. In the end, Magic reigns supreme. Rest in pieces, Kintov—?"
As she uttered those words, her satisfaction turned to confusion. In the midst of the explosive smoke, Solene saw Kintovar and then she saw one unscathed holding the formidable BG-356, standing behind her. It was a perplexing sight “H-How d—“Kintovar stood behind Solene. She taunted her with a smug confidence. "You thought you could outsmart a brilliant mind like me? I already told you…that’s 'checkmate.'"
The BG-356 in Kintovar's hands underwent a transformation, its appearance becoming even more formidable. With a surge of power, it unleashed a massive beam of energy that enveloped Solene. The once-confident mage screamed out in pain as the energy consumed her. Only a scorch mark on the ground remained where she had once stood.
The Mystical forest fell into an eerie silence once more, the battle concluded with Kintovar emerging victorious.
Becky's surprise at Kintovar's victory was evident as she roughly asked Sybil, "D-Did that scientist just defeat that mage?!"
She couldn't help but shake Sybil in her excitement but her friend's response brought a shy request. "Yes, she did," Sybil replied, "but please…please stop shaking me, Becky."
Kintovar, with a smoky and slightly damaged BG-356 in hand, couldn't help but express her satisfaction. She patted the weapon gently and said, "Another win for you, my baby." With a touch of eccentricity, she even kissed the BG-356 in gratitude for its performance in the battle.
Becky and Sybil made their way over to her. For a moment, the two of them just stared at Kintovar with smiles on their faces.
Kintovar looked at Becky and Sybil and said, "Hey, what the devil are you two waiting for? It's time to eliminate the Mana Extractor. Get to it!”
As the magical barrier around the Mana Extractor dissipated with Solene's defeat, Sybil prepared to unleash a powerful slash to destroy it. However, before she could act, Becky extended her hand and confidently declared, "Hey, I’ve got this!"
Becky swung her massive hammer with all her might, smashing it down onto the Mana Extractor. The device shattered into pieces and a surge of magic flew up in the sky. Kintovar immediately shouted, "Get back quickly!"
The three of them retreated hurriedly as the Mana Extractor erupted in a massive blast, sending shockwaves through the Mystical forest. The ferocity from the impact sent debris flying in all directions but they managed to escape the worst of it, sheltered by the trees and their distance from the epicenter. The Mana Extractor was no more and the threat it posed had been eliminated.
Kintovar, her lab coat still tattered and scorched from the battle, looked at Becky and Sybil with a newfound sense of respect. "Good work, both of you," she said, her tone carrying genuine appreciation. "I suppose I can trust you two after all, or at least for now."
Becky responded to Kintovar, "Yeah, that hammer did the trick but you know, I'm still not too happy about getting stuck with it. That sword of Sybil's looked way cooler!"
Kintovar replied firmly, "Becky, you'll have to deal with it. I provided you both with the best weapons that match your level of affinity. Trust me; they're designed to bring out your full potential. You'll get the hang of that hammer and before you know it, you'll be smashing through barriers like a pro."
Kintovar couldn't contain her excitement as she exclaimed, "Just one more to go and we'll have dealt a significant blow to their magical infrastructure! Risebelle, Roselle, Runebelle, you've all been fantastic! Wonderful! Extravagant!" She twirled around, singing praises to her creations.
Her enthusiasm was let loose and her compliments flowed freely. Becky and Sybil exchanged bewildered glances, unsure of how to react to Kintovar's sudden burst of excitement.
Kintovar's suddenly stopped and looked serious. Her change in demeanor caught Becky and Sybil's attention. They listened intently as she spoke, “This last Mana extractor should be the toughest one my creations will have to deal with. I just hope they remember the secret phrase I told them about."
Becky and Sybil exchanged curious looks, wondering about the mysterious phrase Kintovar had mentioned.
"By now, the headmaster can't be happy with the way things are going for the Magical Academy. Our actions have certainly disrupted their plans. They must be growing increasingly desperate to protect their remaining Mana extractor, so I tell you both now. Get yourselves excited for this one. This will be the Final battle against the Academy!"