The Villainous Hero's Style / Hero of the Earth ...
At this moment, Yuan Ying chuckled.
"Why are you laughing?"
Even though she knew the other party was deliberately making it so obvious, Alisa still couldn't help but ask.
Yuan Ying held up two fingers and explained methodically, "First, you were unlucky. Even after destroying three face-down cards, you couldn't destroy the most crucial one—I activated 'Dimension Fusion Destruction Device' to banish one of my Pokémon for one turn."
A futuristic, space-age machine appeared on the field, took Elemental HERO Absolute Zero into it, and vanished.
Alisa was taken aback. She recognized the Spell Card, but trainers usually used it to avoid effect destruction or powerful skill damage, not when things were going well.
Yuan Ying continued, "Secondly, your intelligence gathering wasn't very good. I suggest you give the seller a bad review. The effect of Elemental HERO Absolute Zero doesn't activate when destroyed, but rather when leaving the field, including being banished. Freeze everything, Absolute Zero Wave!"
A powerful burst of cold air suddenly erupted on the field, spreading in all directions. XYZ-Dragon Cannon had no way to dodge and was instantly frozen into an ice sculpture.
(Note: In the original manga, Kaiba used the "Dimension Fusion Destruction Device" to send away the XYZ-Dragon Cannon and dodge the Slifer the Sky Dragon's attack. This chapter is a reverse remake.)
Chapter 309 Yin Xiong Style
"What a troublesome feature."
Alisa looked at the frozen XYZ-Dragon Cannon but didn't recall it, because it still had life force.
Both being eight-star Pokémon, Elemental HERO Absolute Zero's single effect was insufficient to destroy XYZ-Dragon Cannon. Of course, the damage it caused was not diminished by Steel-type's resistance to Ice-type.
The destructive effect is not a skill or move, so there is no such thing as a type advantage or disadvantage.
Whether it's XYZ-Dragon Cannon's Beam Cannon or Elemental HERO Absolute Zero's Ice Storm, they are just different forms of expression, similar to the Pokémon move "Fangs of Fury" which reduces the opponent's HP by half. Even if it encounters Steel-type or Rock-type that is resisted, it will still deduct half of the HP and will not be reduced by the type resistance, unless the opponent is Ghost-type that is completely immune to damage.
However, this does not mean that the form of expression is meaningless. For example, if you can predict the direction of the beam of the XYZ-Dragon Cannon in advance and dodge it, then you really have dodged it. The same goes for the sword aura of the Celestial Gold Knight. The opponent has no obligation to stand still and take the hit.
This also highlights the difficulty of Elemental HERO Absolute Zero. The cold wave that covers the entire arena, which can allow elves to quickly escape the attack range in a private duel, is truly inescapable in the current duel arena.
Click!
Cracks appeared in the ice sculpture, and the XYZ-Dragon Cannon broke free from it. The light in the area symbolizing the eyes dimmed considerably, indicating that it had suffered a serious injury.
Alisa remained calm. "Your 'Dimension Fusion Destruction Device' will make the elf disappear for one turn, and the longer it drags on, the better for me."
As she spoke, she crafted another Spell Card, but instead of saving it to deal with Elemental HERO Absolute Zero, she decisively sacrificed it to activate the XYZ-Dragon Cannon's ability, destroying the opponent's last face-down Spell Card on the field.
Two beams of light pierced through the Spell Card, but instead of shattering like its previous companions, the card flipped over and activated, revealing a golden badge with an "H" on it.
"When the effect of 'Hero Medal' is activated, if this face-down card is destroyed by your opponent, this card returns to your deck and gains a random Spell Card."
The golden badge bounced back into Yuan Ying's hand and turned into a Spell Card.
"What incredible luck!"
Alisa didn't know whether to say the other party was lucky or unlucky. This kind of unpopular card with a one-for-one exchange and serious restrictions is usually never used. It was naturally unlucky for Yuan Ying to randomly draw such a card, but it just so happened to come in handy.
Regardless, compared to the fact that four out of five cards she drew were meaningless and worthless, her luck was still excessively good.
After a while, Elemental HERO Absolute Zero was sent back by the Dimension Fusion Destruction Device. At this time, Alisa had not yet created a new Spell Card, but she did not care. XYZ-Dragon Cannon had a lineage advantage and was not afraid of a head-on confrontation. It would not be a loss for her to exchange cards with Elemental HERO Absolute Zero.
Unexpectedly, Yuan Ying immediately played the Spell Card she had just acquired. "I activate 'Flint,' equipping it to a spirit that will have its attack power reduced by 300, unable to move or attack. The target of this is naturally your XYZ-Dragon Cannon."
A chain with three whips appeared and bound the XYZ-Dragon Cannon.
Alisa exclaimed in astonishment, "You actually drew such a disgusting card... Aren't you using HERO series Spirit? Why do you keep filling your card collection with these nasty cards? You don't have the honor and integrity that HERO should have?"
Yuan Ying didn't waste time arguing and immediately ordered the elves to launch an attack. Since everything she did was righteous, she didn't feel embarrassed.
Elemental HERO Absolute Zero doesn't know Fire-type or Ground-type moves, but as a HERO, he still knows a thing or two about Fighting-type, and immediately used Brick Break to launch a series of attacks.
XYZ-Dragon Cannon's defense isn't weak, and its base stats are even higher than Elemental HERO Absolute Zero's attack power. However, it can't move or attack, so it can only take hits and can't last long. Its outer shell is quickly shattered, and parts like the cannon barrel are also removed.
Seeing that she was about to be defeated without taking any damage, Alisa hurriedly sacrificed the Spell Card she had just created and activated the XYZ-Dragon Cannon's special ability once again.
If she chose to destroy the "Flint" at this moment, she could free XYZ-Dragon Cannon, but she would be unable to win against her opponent in her low health state. In addition, she knew the effect of the "Flint," so she made the choice without hesitation.
"XYZ-Dragon Cannon special ability activated, destroy Elemental HERO Absolute Zero!"
At such close range, Elemental HERO Absolute Zero had no chance to dodge and was hit squarely by two beam cannon shots, instantly suffering severe injuries and being sent flying, even his pure white armor was shattered.
"Elemental HERO Absolute Zero, get up! The opponent can't hold on any longer. Don't give it a chance to stall for time."
Yuan Ying unleashed her Three Divine Skills once again. Elemental HERO Absolute Zero used both hands and feet to get up from the ground, clapping and pulling with both hands, creating a huge ice spike in her palm. She hurled it with great force, piercing through the body of the XYZ-Dragon Cannon.
Boom!
The XYZ-Dragon Cannon exploded on the spot, turning into light and returning to the Pokémon Card.
"You did a great job. Now it's up to the other teammates."
Alisa wasn't upset about the result. Instead, she comforted the Pokémon Card and then looked at Yuan Ying, saying, "Don't forget the follow-up effect of 'Flint.' When the equipped Spirit is destroyed, choose another Spirit on the field to equip. This is a guaranteed effect, and the only one on the field is your Elemental HERO Absolute Zero."
"Tsk, didn't manage to fool me?"
Yuan Ying felt a little regretful. If Alisa was in a hurry to summon the next spirit, she could have equipped the "Flint" to the other party's spirit. However, since Alisa knew the spell's effect, she couldn't afford to fall into the trap. She could only equip the "Flint" to Elemental HERO Absolute Zero.
Three chains flew out from the flames of the explosion, binding Elemental HERO Absolute Zero, rendering him immobile and reducing his attack power by 300.
Seeing this, Alisa summoned her next Pokémon: "Go, Cyber Laser Dragon!"
A Cyber Dragon with a flat head, many sharp edges on its body, and a flower-shaped tail appeared on the field.
"Now it's your turn to experience what it's like to be the only one who can take a beating."
Alisa couldn't wait to see the other party reap what they sowed.
"It's just a restricted Spell Card, is it really necessary to be so concerned?" Yuan Ying calmly played a Spell Card. "I activate 'R-Justice Judgment', destroying Spell Card equal to the number of Elemental Heroes cards on my field."
She was well aware of the effects of the Flint, and could not place her hopes on her opponent without taking any precautions.
As the effect activated, a giant "R" was imprinted on the Flint and steel Spell Card, destroying it and freeing Elemental HERO Absolute Zero.
Seeing this, Alisa snorted, "Waste of time. What you're doing is just delaying the elf's defeat. I'll activate the elf's 'Attached Cyber Wing' effect and equip it on the Cyber Laser Dragon, increasing its attack power by 600."
Chapter 310 HERO of the Earth
The Attached Cyber Wing are spirits, but they are added to the battlefield as equipment, which does not violate the rules of single combat.
Of course, like the Kuriboh, it also occupies one appearance spot.
Whether it's worthwhile to let a 4-star Pokémon without an evolved form take one of the spots is a matter of opinion.
At this point, only the elves remained on the field. Alisa and Yuan Ying were also empty-handed, without a single Spell Card, and could only command the elves to engage in simple combat.
Cyber Laser Dragon, with its higher attack power and lineage advantage, clearly had the upper hand. Its Iron Head, Iron Tail, Flash Cannon, among other Steel-type moves, used at both close and long range, caused Elemental HERO Absolute Zero to be overwhelmed, with ice shards flying everywhere and the dragon being forced to retreat repeatedly.
However, Yuan Ying showed no anxiety and did not even give any instructions. She focused on refining the Spell Card and watched as Elemental HERO Absolute Zero was forced into a dangerous situation.
Finally, under the impact of a Mirror Shot from the Cyber Laser Dragon, Elemental HERO Absolute Zero could no longer withstand it, and his body shattered into a broken ice sculpture that spread outwards.
"I don't need to elaborate on the characteristics of Elemental HERO Absolute Zero, do I?"
Yuan Ying's tone was quite calm, while Alisa merely snorted coldly, powerless to do anything about it, letting the spreading cold air freeze her elf.
Fortunately, the Cyber Laser Dragon is Seven-Star spirit; Five-Star Cyber Dragon might not have been able to withstand this destructive effect.
This time, Yuan Ying did not hesitate and quickly summoned the next spirit, which was Elemental Heroes Clayman, and then immediately issued the command to evolve.
Alisa suddenly realized, "You used Elemental HERO Absolute Zero's effect to freeze my Pokémon, thus buying time for the next Pokémon to evolve safely."
As they spoke, Cyber Laser Dragon broke free from its frozen state, and Clayman successfully evolved into Elemental HERO Gaia, clad in jet-black Rock-type armor.
Yuan Ying said, "That's right. Elemental HERO Gaia's ability activates, absorbing half of the opponent's Pokémon's attack power."
A large amount of spiritual energy seeped from the Cyber Laser Dragon and surged into the Elemental HERO Gaia's body, making the former extremely weak, while the latter's attack power instantly exceeded 4000.
"We currently have the advantage in terms of the power structure. Elemental HERO Gaia, use the Earth Power!"
Elemental HERO Gaia slammed his fists into the ground, and a force drilled into the earth, rapidly extending towards the direction of the Cyber Laser Dragon.
Alisa immediately said, "Thank you for lowering my attack power. Cyber Laser Dragon's ability is activated once per turn, destroying one of the opponent's Pokémon whose Attack and Defense stats are higher than its own Attack stat!"
The Cyber Laser Dragon's tail opened like a blooming flower, and a laser beam shot out from it, hitting the Elemental HERO Gaia directly and causing a powerful explosion. It then took the opportunity to dodge the attack from the out-of-control Earth Power.
"We can't afford to waste time. While the opponent is still on cooldown, Elemental HERO Gaia should use Earth Power again."
Elemental HERO Gaia's ability only lasts for one turn. After one turn, both sides' attack power will return to normal. At that time, its attack power may be lower than the opponent's. However, Elemental HERO Gaia has a high defense, so even without any boosts, it will likely meet the conditions for triggering Cyber Laser Dragon's ability.
Yuan Ying realized this and immediately urged Elemental HERO Gaia to launch an attack. Taking advantage of the enhanced attack power, a single move that countered the damage could potentially defeat the opponent.
"Everything is going according to plan. I'm activating 'Level Limit - Area B,' putting all Pokémon of 4 stars or higher into a defensive state."
Alisa plays a Spell Card that You Zhi once used, and a huge building appears, forcing Cyber Laser Dragon and Elemental HERO Gaia into a defensive stance, unable to attack.
Seeing this, Yuan Ying couldn't help but say, "Didn't you also use a restricted card? How dare you say others aren't being aboveboard?"
"First, I'm not using a HERO Spirit, so I don't need to be aboveboard. Second, the effect of this card treats all spirits fairly, and it only changes them to defense, not that they can't act, so it's not annoying at all," Alisa argued confidently.
The card effect of "Flint" is "cannot change its appearance and cannot declare an attack," which in the context of Spirit Duel becomes "cannot act and cannot attack."
"What fair treatment? Your Pokémon only needs to buy time to activate its ability; it's a one-sided benefit." Yuan Ying exposed the other party's intentions.
The Cyber Laser Dragon can destroy an effect once per turn, without needing to fight at all; the longer the battle drags on, the more times it can be activated.
Alisa covered her mouth and laughed, "You can't blame someone else for your own elf's incompetence."
Yuan Ying said, "Don't be too smug. Although my intelligence gathering ability is not as good as yours, several of your commonly used tactics are still within my predictions. Elemental HERO Gaia, show me the new power you have gained after mastering evil."
Elemental HERO Gaia nodded, and a violent aura suddenly surged from his body. His jet-black armor turned crimson, and one of his arms transformed into a cannon barrel. This was his Altered Form, "Evil HERO Infernal Sniper."
Back in the Spirit Realm, Elemental HERO Gaia briefly turned evil and betrayed the Swordsoul Strategist - Longyuan after absorbing his power. Upon returning to the mortal world, Yuan Ying did not reject this power. Instead, she gave Elemental HERO Gaia special training, enabling him to master this Altered Form.
"Hell Sniper's special ability activated: When in defensive stance, it deals 1000 points of true damage to the opponent once per turn!"
"You actually had this trick up your sleeve!"
Alisa's expression changed slightly, but since she had no Spell Card left, she could only watch helplessly as the Hell Sniper Demon raised its cannon-like arm and fired a jet of black energy at the Cyber Laser Dragon.
Boom!
With an explosion, the Cyber Laser Dragon was blasted far away, crashed to the ground and rolled several times, its metal surface covered with dense cracks.
But it held on and wasn't destroyed, even though it looked like it was on the verge of collapse.
"Well done," Alisa said with delight. "Now it's our turn. I wonder if your Pokémon can withstand the second effect disruption from Cyber Laser Dragon."
In terms of cooling time, the Cyber Laser Dragon undoubtedly recovers much faster.
While Hell Sniper is effective at breaking resistances, it can only block the damage from Instant-Activation Spell Card, not from the Elf's special ability.
Yuan Ying took a deep breath and said, "There's no other way. It seems we can't hold back any longer. Let's combine the elements with the evil heart."
Having received the instructions, the Hell Sniper nodded, and the phantom of Elemental HERO Gaia appeared on his body, Polymerization with himself.
"No way..."
Alisa was momentarily stunned. Was the other party about to undergo Xyz Evolution?
That's so despicable! She hasn't even Xyz Evolution Cyber Dragon yet, how can she steal her spotlight!
Ignoring her opponent's inner thoughts, Yuan Ying shouted, "Combining the power of two HERO, reaching the core of the earth element, unleash your immense power, be born, Elemental HERO Core!"
[Elemental HERO Core (9-Star) Earth]
[Genealogy: Ground, Fire]
[Level: 36]
[Attack Power: 2700 (2430)]
[Defense Strength: 2200 (1980)]
[Warrior-Type, Effect: ① Once per turn, when this card is targeted for an attack: This card's ATK becomes doubled until the end of the Damage Step; ② At the end of the Battle Phase when this card battles: You can target 1 monster on the field; destroy that monster; ③ When this card is destroyed by battle or card effect: You can target 1 Level 8 or lower "Elemental Heroes" Fusion Monster in your Graveyard; Special Summon that monster, ignoring its Summoning conditions.]
Chapter 311 The Second Xyz Spirit
The Elemental HERO Core, evolved from the combined forces of elements and evil, wears predominantly white armor, with red gems resembling power plants embedded in various parts of his body, clearly indicating his immense power.
However, it is still Fusion Form Pokémon, and has nothing to do with Xyz.