The figure that emerged from the Darkness Gate was wreathed in black-and-red flames. It stood three meters tall and measured nine meters long, with three savage heads, thick limbs, and razor-sharp claws and fangs.
The moment it appeared, it exuded a bloody, dark aura that made Long Haochen draw a sharp breath.
What kind of magical beast was this? Why had I never seen one before?
Seeing the enormous beast's three heads, Long Haochen immediately thought of his mount and companion, Haoyue, who also had three heads. This creature, however, was somewhat larger.
He just did not know which of them was stronger.
The Hell Three-Headed Dog!
It was an exceptionally rare magical beast, one that had all but vanished long ago. It could even be said that no record of it existed in the ancient texts. As a result, many of those present, whether contestants or dignitaries on the Chairman's Platform, failed to recognize it.
Grandma Sanshui, deputy head of the Soul Temple, explained, "The Hell Three-Headed Dog has both darkness and fire attributes. It is said to live in the deepest reaches underground. It possesses boundless strength, thick hide, and extraordinary vitality. But this magical beast has been extinct for over ten thousand years. Even I don't know how this girl managed to summon one."
In the arena, the Hell Three-Headed Dog's scarlet gaze fixed on Long Haochen the moment it appeared.
"Roar!"
All six eyes on its three heads glared at Long Haochen as the Hell Three-Headed Dog roared furiously. It charged, spewing three columns of dark flames from its mouths toward him.
Boom!
Golden light burst forth as Long Haochen raised his shield before him and used Divine Guard Block.
Divine Guard Block was reputed to withstand attacks carrying three times the user's own spiritual power,