I? I'm Fighting Suika? / Getting the First Move Is an Important Part of Combat

But even when fully armed, she dared not say she could face a natural Catastrophe without getting infected.

"Perhaps it's because my Originium Arts allow me to remain uninfected even in environments with high concentrations of Originium."

Suika finished speaking, a hint of doubt flashed in PITH's eyes.

The fight between Suika and Logos shows that her ability to create clones is top-tier in Terra, but this ability clearly cannot guarantee her safety in the Catastrophe.

Chapter 150 Me? I'll fight Suika?

"Did you think that creating clones was my Originium Arts?"

Noticing PITH's confusion, Suika spoke up.

PITH nodded. "Your ability to create clones is superb; even Sarkaz sorcery cannot match its effectiveness."

Normally, it's already difficult to master one skill to this level, let alone multiple Originium Arts.

"Cloning is one way I manifest my ability... but there's another way to do it, though... I can't use it here."

Suika glanced around and then spoke.

After exchanging a glance, ACE and PITH spoke.

"Our tests are meant to assess the operators' abilities; we don't necessarily have to conduct them here... We'll go wherever you think is best."

Can we go to the deck?

If that doesn't work, any place on Rhodes Island that has access to the outside world, as long as it's big enough, will do.

"Of course, no problem. The deck is not a restricted area of Rhodes Island. Many operators choose to train or play on it."

Come with me!

After hearing her finish speaking, ACE said that of course there was no problem, since the last of the next three items [combat skills], [tactical planning], and [Originium Arts adaptability] was to test the operator's Originium Arts skills.

If we could verify both [physiological tolerance] and [Originium Arts adaptability] in one go using the Suika spell, that would be a good thing.

At least for ACE, the two things he excels at most are combat skills and tactical planning.

Led by ACE, the group eventually made their Zhuan Zhuan to the deck.

"Mr. ACE, why did you go to the deck?" Amiya's voice came from ACE's personal terminal.

"We conducted an operator aptitude assessment for Ms. Suika. Regarding the Originium Arts, Ms. Suika mentioned that it's inconvenient to demonstrate her Originium Arts indoors, so we're preparing to conduct the test on the deck."

Amiya, after hearing this, noticed that another magic master in the group, Pith, was also there before speaking.

"Then please be careful!"

Once on the deck, Suika took a breath.

"The air outside feels much more comfortable than inside... even though Rhodes Island has a fairly large interior space."

But the metallic feel is too strong; lingering on it for too long gives a sense of oppression.

ACE shrugged upon hearing this, acknowledging that it was undeniable, but he admitted it was alright once he got used to it.

"So, Miss Suika, how do you plan to demonstrate your Originium Arts?" Pith asked.

"Don't get too close, and watch carefully..." Suika stretched out her hand, and then, to everyone's astonishment, an Originium gradually condensed in her hand, growing larger and larger.

"Beep beep beep, high concentration of Originium particles detected ahead. Nearby operators please take appropriate protective measures."

At the same time, alarms sounded on ACE's personal terminals indicating the detection of high concentrations of Originium microparticles.

After the Originium had condensed to about the size of a fist, Suika stopped what she was doing and then waved her hand. The remaining Originium particles around her were instantly lifted into the air and then scattered in all directions by the wind.

After doing all this, she tossed the Originium in her hand to Pith, who picked it up and examined it closely. She found that its shape, appearance, and texture were exactly like a Pure Originium she was familiar with.

"This is my Originium Arts... Do you understand?"

Suika looked at Pith and asked with a grin.

"Using a specific coordinate as a base point, we can isolate and then focus on a particular target from a larger environment..."

Originium Arts have an incredibly high growth potential; how far can you go now?

Furthermore, I imagine your Originium Arts involve more than just gathering; perhaps it also involves dispersing. This would explain why you are unaffected by Originium...

By the way, can your Originium Arts affect the Originium within other Infected...?

Pith recalled everything that had happened since he first met Suika, muttering to himself.

"What are your thoughts?" Suika, looking at Pith.

"If you could designate a specific person as a focal point and cause Originium particles to gather towards them..."

Pith didn't finish his sentence, but it sent a chill down the spines of those around him.

Her words sounded simple, but they revealed something truly terrifying: if Suika could do it, she could unknowingly turn an ordinary person into Infected, or even directly into an Originium.

It can be said that Suika, who possesses this Originium Arts, is Terra's most terrifying assassin.

Because she doesn't even need to lift a finger. She just needs to get close to the target and mark them with Originium Arts, then she can just wait for them to die on their own.

"And then there's the opposite of gathering: dispersing..." As a professional magic master, Pith instantly thought of several related and extended uses.

"Hold on... My control over Originium Arts is very rough... I can't do anything too precise right now."

Just as Pith was lost in thought, Suika interrupted her.

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"First of all, the minimum range I can currently control is only meters... Secondly, the effect of releasing the weapon is fixed at a certain point in space and cannot move with the person."

Pith responded that she is still young and, being non -Infected, she can live much longer than non- Infected. Although she currently lacks control, she will be able to do the necessary things sooner or later.

"By the way, since you're not Infected, using Originium Arts inevitably requires Arts Unit..."

Pith glanced at Suika's clothes, then his gaze settled on the three iron chains hanging from her waist.

"This is indeed my treasure... Not only can it assist in casting spells, but it's also incredibly handy to use in combat."

As Suika spoke, she took off two of them and fastened them to her wrists.

Then, with her wave of her hand, the iron chain lashed through the air with a shrill, mournful sound.

"One lash tears flesh apart, two lashes break tendons and bones, three lashes send you straight to heaven..."

Although Suika's chains were swung haphazardly, her terrifying strength made it impossible for anyone to muster the courage to take a hit.

At this moment, an operator not far away kept exchanging glances with ACE. After all, according to ACE's plan, he was the heavy-armored operator responsible for blocking Suika's attacks during the actual combat test.

But with the force of that iron whip striking the deck and leaving a mark, he felt that if he tried to block it, his shield and he would probably be whipped in two.

ACE nodded, indicating that Suika's strength overpowering all techniques, skill was truly unimportant to her.

After all, who would choose to use fancy moves to fight an opponent who can be killed with a straight punch?

Chapter 151 Taking the initiative is a crucial part of the battle.

"Can you control your power output during battle?" ACE asked Suika.

"Of course," Suika nodded.

"Here's the thing, the next plan is that you'll be fighting against a standard squad, and I need you to keep your power within a normal range..."

Like this!

Just don't use more force than this..."

ACE clenched his fist and punched the shield next to him. The operator who was hit took a step back before stopping.

Suika glanced at ACE, then at the operator, and kindly raised her little fist.

"How about I try it out first and get a feel for it?"

Upon hearing her words, the operative felt a cold sweat break out on his forehead.

"Or maybe we should just forget about it?"

"I think Suika's methods are enough to go toe-to-toe with Logos, so her combat skills must be pretty good..." The operator stared intently at ACE, trying to bring back his conscience.

"Oh right, you also have a clone ability... One team isn't enough, wait a minute..."

ACE slapped his thigh and, amidst the despairing gazes of the other operators, turned his attention to the operators resting and exercising on the deck.

He quickly assembled and mixed four squads.

The people who had been conscripted by ACE followed along, completely bewildered. When they saw so many people, they thought there was some kind of event going on, but in the end, it turned out that their group of over thirty people was fighting against a single girl.

This prompted many operators to say that although ACE is their senior, a veteran of Rhodes Island, and the most trustworthy among the Elite Operator, he shouldn't look down on them like this.

With over thirty people, a mix of ranged and melee operators, plus specialists in healing and support, they were confident they could escape unscathed even against a fully armed army. But now, to deal with one person, many felt it was a waste of their talents.

Only a few people who had witnessed Suika and Logos clash took it seriously after discovering that their opponent was Suika.

However, they were unable to clearly explain the situation to others in a short time.

Meanwhile, Suika looked at the operators opposite her, who were still somewhat resentful after being ordered by ACE to raise their weapons and equipment.

"If I make them cry or break their spirits, don't blame me!"

ACE winked at her

"Just don't let too many people get hurt, otherwise I'll have a headache if Amiya blames me."

Judging from his expression, he also hoped that Suika could properly educate these operators and let them know that they cannot underestimate their opponents based on appearance and numbers.

"Alright, let the competition begin!" ACE jumped onto the top of a shelf, clapped his hands, and shouted loudly after everyone's attention was on him.

As his voice faded, the operators very professionally formed battle formations.

With heavy armor in front and casters behind, the vanguard and guards charged towards Suika from both sides, while the sniper operators continuously fired arrows at her location, suppressing her movements.

The entire process flowed smoothly and instinctively, without a trace of obscurity.

Anyone else would have to keep backing down and then look for another opportunity.

But Suika is no ordinary person, and whether she is now or the Demon Ghost King of Gensokyo, she is better at brute force than using her brain.

Facing the incoming arrow (with the arrowhead removed), Suika neither dodged nor evaded, but instead raised her left hand in front of her.

"Almighty Push!"

A powerful shockwave erupted from Suika and spread outwards, violently blowing the arrows that had traveled halfway back.

The fastest rushing operators were also knocked back by the sudden attack. Fortunately, someone cushioned their fall, otherwise they would have been seriously injured or spent a long time in the Medical Department.

The Rhodes Island operators clearly hadn't expected Suika to interrupt their first wave of attacks so decisively and "recklessly," causing their advance to slow and their attacks to become somewhat hesitant.

"We lost..." A cold voice came from beside ACE. ACE turned his head and saw Scout had appeared next to him at some point.

"Indeed, although Suika's counterattack was fierce, it can't last forever. At this moment, we shouldn't hesitate, but rather accelerate to prevent her from having a chance to reveal her next move."

As ACE spoke, he couldn't help but resolve that after this battle, he would definitely take Rhodes Island's new operators out for more training, otherwise, such hesitation on the battlefield could very well lead to defeat.

And as ACE had predicted, the Suika was indeed as expected.

The other person slowed down, which played right into her plan.

"Ha~~ Hoo!" With a breath, dozens of Little Suika flew out of her mouth and hovered behind her.

Although these Little Suika made no other move, ACE's instincts told him something was amiss, because these little guys—could fly.

As is well known, when the airspace is completely suppressed by the enemy, the land-based combat forces will be at an absolute disadvantage.

Although we don't know what other tricks Suika has up her sleeve, we can guess that Suika will definitely use ranged magic.

At that moment, Suika looked up at the two Little Suika floating above her head.

"From now on, you two will be the captains of the other clones, but you'll have to temporarily change your names..."

"Your name is Shanghai, your name is Penglai, who agrees, who disagrees?"

"Huh?" The two Little Suika were wondering why they were forced to change their names as soon as they appeared.

"Otherwise, if I call out to Suika, would you dare answer?"

"Changing the name will make it easier for us to distinguish the characters and also make it easier to assign combat missions."

Suika said, with an air of "I'm doing this for your own good."

"Tch, do you think I don't know Alice?" one of them said, making a disdainful gesture towards Suika.

"Just tell me if you're going to do it or not. Look at all these sisters behind you, if you don't do it, plenty of others will..."

Suika thought to herself, "You're just a clone, yet you dare to look down on the original? You're completely turning the tables!"