Shadow Slave

Chapter 541

"An incredible win by Lord… uh, by Mongrel!"

Looking at the cloud of blood rising above the arena, Syclus couldn't contain his enthusiasm.

Today, there were no simultaneous duels, as there were only thirty-two contenders left. Each battle was intense and exciting, and received the full attention of the commentators.

Looking at the cheering audience, Dimi laughed.

"Indeed, indeed… Mongrel did very well against No Wait. That Aspect of his is a real menace, believe me. I've been on the receiving end of those explosions way too many times!"

Dimi had been one of the first renowned duelists of the Dreamscape, back when it had been just growing popular ten or so years ago, so he was talking from experience.

Syclus glanced at the chat, knowing that it was a good time to involve the viewers in the discussion. Coincidentally, he noticed a comment concerning something that he himself was curious about.

"Yeah, very devious! But, Dimi… don't you feel like Mongrel behaved a bit out of character today? I mean, he practically called a respected Dreamscape veteran an idiot. With how noble, dignified, and chivalrous Mongrel usually is…"

Dimi thought for a bit, then shook his head.

"You see, Syclus… I respected Mongrel before, but now I truly admire him. It takes a very talented fighter to quickly recognize a battle style, true. Mongrel is talented... but he is also wise."

He smiled.

"Because it takes a very wise man to quickly recoginze an idiot. And make no mistake, this guy is a complete buffoon! Believe me, I have the misfortune of knowing him pretty well. I mean… only an idiot would end up with an alias like "What? No, Wait!"... right?"

Instantly, a deluge of comments flooded the chat:

"True! Mongrel is so wise!"

"Wise, deadly, and handsome!"

"How do you know that he's handsome, fool? He never takes off that creepy mask!"

"You mean SHE is handsome? Wait, that doesn't sound right…"

"...Can someone ban that troll already?!"

would an idiot

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where I've seen

had entered the Dreamscape for the first time. Back then, he had almost ended up with that exact name after accidentally saying the words out loud. Luckily, it had already been taken. Otherwise, Sunny could

that's the guy! Poor

called Mongrel was much

essence through the coils of

that it wasn't going

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next three duels were easy,

a young man with shoulder-length hair who wore a light armor, wielding a round shield and a spear. His technique was impeccable, but

see some of his movements. The worst part was that this speed did not come

who could move with insane speed constantly, the young man seemed deceptively slow until he chose to attack, at which point his weapons almost teleported from one place to another.

do was to kill the deadly opponent as fast as possible, but Sunny was utterly fascinated by the way Lowph used his soul essence, so he

Lowph ended up being the first

between the breastplate of the Mantle and one of the spaulders, sinking deep into Sunny's armpit.

retreating to save himself from a retaliatory strike,

you're human, after

pain and tilted

"Am I?"

went all out, aiming to end the fight as soon as possible — not because he was done learning Lowph's style, but

how to deal with fast enemies. So, in the end, neither speed nor incredible

deep wound disappeared as soon as Sunny returned to the black

go as far as controlling

duel could have been really, really tough, but ended up being only slightly torturous. His enemy this time

Sunny was barely able to move, while his enemy masterfully weaved the effects

which diminished the burden a little. More importantly, he had a rich experience dealing with the Crushing. Even though Everain was able to make

third duel, however… made him rethink

a friendly-looking guy with a funny alias, Dynisor. Weirdly, he wore simple garments instead of an

start of the duel, his opponent… changed. His muscles suddenly ballooned and shifted, ripping through the simple clothes. His skin glistened, becoming covered by

what faced Sunny was not a human, but a frightening hybrid creature that resembled a predatory humanoid lizard.

hybrid fought with a measured technique of an experienced, cunning, battle-hardened brawler. The effect was nothing short of

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