Chapter 1220 - 838 - 846

Chapter 838: Bursting Confidence

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

After more than a week of preparation, the Greatest King competition was finally starting. In this time, many rules had been decreed, and every competitor's individual trailer had been recorded. The school had committed considerable budget to this, in order to show the best face of Elite Academy.

All kinds of promotion had been done as well. Each Battle Team had prepared well. Everybody wanted to rise to fame here. They knew that it was not just the Elite Academy people watching, but also those from their homeland. This was not a simple matter of win or lose.

Among the crowd reception for the eight Battle Teams, Aslan's Imperial Glory Battle Team was way in the lead. Next up was Arbiter. Clearly in the eyes of the Galaxy's main military schools, these two Battle Teams were the most kingly.

This vote was a survey by all the military schools connected by signal. Excluding those who were supporting their home Battle Teams, it basically reflected everybody's sentiment. Although Arbiter's standard seemed a little stronger, but the Aslan Battle Team was a bit more popular. This choice was a combination of popularity and standard.

And Saruman Snake was unexpectedly at the bottom, just like the evaluation of its ability.

In this aspect, Lear's Dynasty Battle Team was not much better, ranked 6th. Earthlings as leaders was still a curiosity. Lear was stealing the spotlight from the Mayans. Recently, the Maya Empire had participated actively in many of the Milky Way's activities, and was becoming high profile. In technology development, it had made uncommon progress as well, displaying a civilization no less advanced than Atlantis. This had aroused the interest of many countries in the Milky Way. Everybody knew that Atlantis was cooperative with Aslan, but Maya was not. Maya had free choice, and to be able to ally to such a strong country was undoubtedly a good thing. Besides, Mayans and Atlanteans developed in different directions, and complemented well.

The foreign monk's prayers sound more interesting, a saying that aged well.

The first match and opening battle was Dynasty Battle Team, led by Lear, against Pampas' Star Lya Battle Team.

The prepared boundaries were much bigger compared to the last elite fight. Elite competitions was Elite Academy's own entertainment, but this time round, every aspect of the warrior would be tested. But in terms of physical facilities, even if Elite Academy X was not the champion in the galaxy, it was still top-class. Even after accommodating so many military colleges, there was still room to spare.

From the college side, the commentary in-charge was Professor La Tu, who would also serve as mediator. Ka Tao on the left, and another battle tactic analyst student, Xue Yue, was on the right. She was called the flower of the tactic analyst stream, and was a passionate beauty from Astina.

Basically, La Tu was there for some umpiring utility, while Ka Tao and Xue Yue were in charge of judging from a battle tactics standpoint.

For a battle of this standard, battle tactics had to be complemented by the mecha lineups, as well as the affinity between Ability X. This was very different from normal mecha battles. This had the battle tactics students also especially excited, because they were finally being held in high regard. They finally had their skills acknowledged. Some Battle Teams had already started to recruit battle tactics students, a far cry from their silent existence in the corner in the past.

Of course, the battle tactics students also had to prove their own worth, otherwise theories on paper was just useless.

The signal had already been sent out, and the various military schools were still watching the player introductions for both sides, including their nationality, rank within the school, and some international competitive results. For example, Lear's profile had the IG badge attached, and Pampas had participated in IG before as well, earning a similar result of 1st runner up.

Before hierarchies were established, things depended on impression and face value. Objectively, Lear's odds looked not bad. It was a pity that once Fatty Luo Fei took to the arena, he immediately dragged down the whole Battle Team's face value, and immediately the sentiment switched to Star Lya Battle Team. Pampas' aura, in the end, was still undeniable.

Dynasty Battle Team vs Star Lya Battle Team

Lear (Unbounded α) Pampas (Wrath of Heaven)

Luo Fei (Wind God) Edgar (Lya's Tusk)

Peng Wu (Fortress) Ya Tiannan (Gemini's Bellow)

Lie Xin (Flaming Waltz) Ao Ziwei (Angel)

Subaru (Maya's Mantis) Kathy (Lion's Roar)

Both sides had finalized their competitors' positions, and the mecha had also been confirmed. Since the mecha involved the Milky Way's boundaries, they would definitely be introduced. After all, the average military school student's understanding was also very average. For example, Ares College students had probably just seen pictures. Of course since Xiao Fei had taken over, the school expenses had taken a very large turn for the better, and the mecha department's situation was much better than it had been during Wang Zheng's time. At least the mecha within the Solar System could start to be fitted gradually, and OMG was the focus point.

"Damn me, that fatty actually chose the Wind God. With that pudgy bulk how is he gonna fit inside?"

"Lie Xin's smokin' hot!"

"Mayans are weird, they look like crystals."

"That Ao Ziwei looks puny. That little shortstop can battle?"

Ao Ziwei was like a little loli. Her stature was close to the intellectuals on Tita, only Mu Sen and the rest were classic premature agers, but Gemini Star girls maintained their youth for a long time. Honestly, Gemini girls were very popular, especially among those who liked lolis.

The Greatest King competition, held in mysterious Inner Roland, by the legendary Elite Academy X. This resulted in huge attraction, but it seemed like these people looked like they belonged in a zoo.

"That stature, are you sure they're pros?"

"This wouldn't be a performance, would it?"

"What's so special about Ability X users? I'm an Ability X user too. If I had entered, they wouldn't have stood a chance!"

Simultaneously, all the military school students around the galaxy were engaged in heated discussion. It seemed like the Elite Academy was only so-so, and not living up to their reputation.

The Solar System was so weak, but they could also become a captain. Who knew what other trash was mixed inside?

In those places like Solar System, Big Bear, Norton, the students were a little confused. But on Arbiter, only two military schools were qualified to receive the signal, and the entire military school was dead silent. The students sat dead upright, watching the competition. This discipline was scarier than a prison. That was how masochistic the Arbiters were.

And on Aslan, the atmosphere was equally serious. The Imperial College naturally was qualified to receive, as one of the most famous colleges within the Milky Way. The students were smarter, and did not judge based on appearances. But they were indeed curious as to whether Elite Academy was really stronger than they were.

"Ka Tao, who do you favor between these two Battle Teams? I just can't wait for the match to start." Xue Yue's voice was moving and passionate. Not just the clashing Battle Teams, but even the two commentators felt a different atmosphere. Because all over the galaxy, countless pairs of eyes were on them.

Ka Tao was already fully in the zone. He was all business, unlike Xue Yue who was too mindful of other things. "Lear is really gutsy, to actually not use his full strength against Pampas!"

Xue Yue was stunned. "You mean, Giroud is not fighting?"

"Exactly. The Mayans' battle tactics are normally harder to counter. Using Lie Xin to substitute an important offensive position, all I can say is that Lie Xin is very confident. And it's rumoured that the Mayans still have a resonance battle tactic. Looks like it won't be used in this battle."

The exchange between the two commentators had stirred much discussion. Dynasty Battle Team depended on the two Mayans. Honestly, everyone was puzzled. These two Mayans could have had their pick of Battle Teams, but they had expressly chosen Lear. It was a puzzle till today.

"Since when were Earthlings so awesome? Am I in another universe?"

The crowd roared with laughter.

"Why does it feel like we're playing house? Is this Pampas too weak? Since when did such a first rate person appear from Lya Sphinx?"

"Just watch and see. Who knows what standard they'll show us? Damn, I gave up all my holidays for this. If I'd known, I would have gone on a date with my girlfriend."

"Who knows? Maybe they're really pros. Haha."

"D*mn, they really have rocks for brains. Could they actually pull anything off with the same mecha?"

"Haha, I was thinking the same thing. Like a bunch of spoiled kids."

Under the gaze of a huge crowd, the first round of the Elite Academy's Greatest King competition begun. The setting was a for that many military school practices used.

This further lowered the sense of anticipation. They had thought that the Elite Academy people were 3-headed, 6-limbed demons, and would bring something a little special, such as rendering space for mecha to fly and having a spectacular space fight. To think this was it.

Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were commentating for an audience too. They could also introduce the history of Lear and Luo Fei, and share some gossip that others did not know.

As to their real standard, nobody knew, Yao Ailun included. His commentary was CT, a game. Normally, practical battels were less spectacular than games. After all, humans were human, and could not pull off so spectacular a show.

The 10 mecha fighters appeared, and the engines roared out at the same time, advancing towards the center. Their formation was also fairly normal. The heavy tanks holding center, with the scouts ranging in front. There were no other tricks.

As Lya Sphinx's king, Pampas had unbelievably high influence, especially as one of the original top four. His two losses had caused his reputation to take a hit, but he and Marzu were still held in high regard. Against Dynasty Battle Team, they had also prepared amply, especially against the Mayan pair. But he had not expected Lear to actually use a Martian substitute in one of the most important offensive positions. Confidence? Arrogance? Nepotism?

The battle had started, and it did not matter now. What was important was that Star Lya Battle Team must take the first win.

Neither side was moving slowly, and they very quickly entered each other's monitoring zones. There were two win conditions. The first was to eliminate all the opponents, or to destroy all of the opponents' defensive energy towers. But the energy towers possessed powerful energy shields and protective fortifications. Of course, one could use sneak attacks, but at the same time, one had to be careful of being surrounded. Even the strongest mecha fighters needed considerable time to beat down the defensive fortifications and energy shields. Besides, it was not like your opponents were just going to sit there.

If one was confident, of course they would meet head on. Who was afraid!

"It looks like both sides are fairly confident of their member lineups. Neither have chosen a 1-4 push strat, or grouped up as 5. Instead, they're advancing separately. Let's see then, these two Battle Teams' individual skill. Who's stronger, and who's weaker!"

Chapter 839: Being Wretched is Also a Form of Temperament

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Ka Tuo said. He had not expected such complicated tactics from the get-go. It seemed like each member privately had a burning desire to prove themselves. Nobody would go down willingly.

But the other military school students were not as happy.

"D*mn, I thought the Elite Academy was all full of monsters, but they're not even on our level. Isn't this just a 1v1?"

"If I'd known, I would have gone to watch the CT exhibition battle. At least that has some entertainment value."

"I hope they don't make us watch this all day. Just clashing of metal and flesh. What damned use is that?"

But the clashing fighters did not care about these. Both Pampas and Lear understood the other's intentions. A quick measure of standard. Why not?

This was also a convention in team battles. A hard clash between various positions was a formal courtesy, and also a test. Only, Pampas had not thought that a punk from Earth would have such confidence.

"Ya Tiannan!"

"Yes, sir!"

"Don't disgrace the name of the Gemini Star braves. Go!" Pampas commanded sharply.

Although the Gemini people were of a short stature, but their bone structure was immensely dense. Their strength was prodigious, and were worthy of the name of braves in the galaxy.

And as a heavy mecha pilot, if you were not the brawny type, it was hard to hold your head high.

"Peng Wu, go and show the world what the Han Wu people are made of!" Lear said detachedly.

Peng Wu's Fortress roared and launched forward. He knew that on Han Wu, they were originally not even qualified to receive the signal for this broadcast. But since he was present, his alma mater was looking on.

He could die, but he could not lose!

BOOM…

The two heavy mecha accelerated suddenly, and the ground rumbled. In just that instant, those snickering people immediately shut up.

On the screen, both heavy tank mecha flew forward like cannonballs. F*ck, were they even heavy tanks?

What speed was this, they were faster than fighter type mecha!!!

BOOM BOOM BOOM…

When encountering impeding construction, both heavy mecha dodged adroitly. Peng Wu's Fortress leapt lightly on the wall to pass. The wall rumbled and shook, but the mecha was completely unaffected…

The two heavy mecha were closing in at high speed. With a turn… collision!

BOOM…

The shock exploded in all directions. The energy shields from the mecha crackled with light that filled the skies. The two mecha morphed into frenzied beasts charging at the opponent.

This was a head-on clash with no room for maneuvering. This was a battle that belonged to the heavy tanks.

The two heavy mecha charged forward with a speed faster than before. With each step, the ground shook!

The hope of the Han Wu!

The glory of the Gemini Star!

Kill! Kill! Kill!

A death charge!

BOOM RUMBLE…

The two mecha collided with the force of Mars hitting Earth. The whole world shook!

The surrounding builds all collapsed in an instant. With a yellow flash of light, a shockwave rose like a nuclear explosion.

All the little kids were scared out of their wits.

This was B rank Ability X putting life on the line.

In this instant, they understood that they indeed did not live in the same universe.

And at the same time, the other team members were burning up as well, leaping towards their own opponent.

Because he had confidence in his respective team members, he had chosen this way. Otherwise, a single flaw would become a weakness. Pampas, of course, had the same faith in his team.

His target was Lear. He would test this guy who came from the same place as Wang Zheng.

Wrath of Heaven rushed towards Unbounded

α, and something terrifying happened. Wrath of Heaven suddenly flew up…

It did not just fly, but was as if stepping on an invisible staircase, directly reaching the space above Unbounded. From above, its beam saber suddenly pierced downwards.

BOOM…

Against Pampas' levitation energy, Lear simply gave a cold laugh. But just as he moved to act, he found that his mech's legs were hindered. D*mn powers.

His mecha suddenly twisted, forcing a change in stance and receiving Pampas' attack. The mecha retreated quickly, but was again blocked.

All the little kids were shocked. What ability was this? Creating phantoms???

Wasn't that too disgusting an ability?

Seeing the leader Lear about to be finished off, the off-balance Unbounded suddenly shimmered and was gone!

It had not vanished, but simply accelerated. Under such a high-tension situation, it actually attacked, suddenly turning the tables on the situation. It circled behind Pampas' Wrath of Heaven and attacked wildly.

The little kids were all petrified.

Was this even f*cking human?

In Ares College, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had prepared all kinds of stage lines, for when things got a little too peaceful. But now they simply watched, mouths agape… This was even more ridiculous than CT. In comparison, CT looked closer to reality.

As for those who were puffed up with themselves and thought they were better, they had all shut up now. With their current standard, they would be finished off in a second.

This level of Ability X was never even heard of!

This was B rank Ability X users at their best. What a joke. How could Elite Academy X shame themselves?

Lie Xin's Flaming Waltz and Ao Ziwei's Angel had met. They were 'old rivals'. During IG, Ao Ziwei was the ultimate protagonist, and Gemini Star was unbelievably cool. And in that instant, Lie Xin had already been relegated to reserve. Who would have thought that Lie Xin would enjoy a second spring at Elite Academy? This was a fight between the girls.

Girls in the military were still weaker, and Lie Xin and Ao Ziwei's presence made many think that this was a showmatch. After all, Lie Xin's sexiness and Ao Ziwei's Angel loli beauty were all beauty-contest standard.

But once they clashed, countless guys wanted to dig a hole and bury themselves in it.

BOOM BOOM BOOM…

Once Ao Ziwei's Ability X entered B rank, it displayed a terrifying emission ability. The beam saber's attack radius extended to 5-6 meters. Although it was still a shockwave attack, each attack made the ground explode.

And Lie Xin clearly was not backing down. Martians had no logic of running away. At the moment, Lie Xin was filled with a malevolent power. The burden she had held on so long to, was for victory. Only victory!

The entire mecha was ablaze. The beam saber was elongated with a 3m long fire column. She attacked Ao Ziwei without holding back. Things were different now. She was not the Lie Xin of the past. Ao Ziwei's shockwave ability and Lie Xin's luminous flames. Each tested the opponent with attacks, and at the same time the opponent's defense, because energy shields were completely unable to defend against such attacks.

Physical strength!

Gemini people were never cowed, but at the same time, Lie Xin with the Lie Flame Technique was equally unafraid.

What kind of existence did snipers have?

Wretchedness!

However wretched you wanted it, they could be it. Hiding in the shadows and engineering death. The best kill was when the opponent did not even know how they died.

Of course, under such situations it was difficult to do. It tested the snipers' ability in many areas.

Subara's Maya's Mantis was a magical Mayan mecha, but he did not activate the Perish sound waves. Perhaps this was Lear's orders. But this way, Maya's Mantis' presence was lessened, and his normal attacks were nothing special.

As for Kexi, he was Lya Sphinx, and the champion in the sniper position. Lya Sphinx's number 1, the true ace.

Although his long distance attacks were excellent, once the battle closed, he showed off why he was the true king.

Kexi and Subaru fought a classic textbook final duel between snipers.

Kexi did not even open his energy shields, simply dodging. Subaru's attacks all went wide. It was said that Mayans understood energy very well, but to Kexi, each laser was a friend that he did not fear. He was uncaring. His precise movements were not Ability X, they were natural ability.

"Don't say that this brother is bullying aliens. Blame yourself for going up against the wrong opponent!"

Shing…

Two laser guns suddenly extended, entering Kexi's attack radius.

"Cleansing Meteors!"

BOOM BOOM BOOM…

Trailing golden light, the lasers swept downwards with rays of golden energy. It was said that the Mayans were very good at controlling energy, but could you withstand Ability X?

On the contrary, this was the Mayans' weak point, and a fatal weakness. They could control energy to amazing levels, but their Ability X understanding was the weakest.

Maya's Mantis' specialized weapon pointed down at the ground, and beams of energy pulsed outwards. The lasers' golden energy dissipated on top. Although it shook, but it did not break. Kexi was very strong to have summoned Ability X under such a barrage. Although he was not as good as Snow Li, to conserve 80-90% of his energy in a long distance strike, but he still possessed at least 40-50% left. Especially against such an attack, it was still terrifying.

Clearly, Subaru was not letting up. Both sides persisted, seeing who would fail first.

But the tide of battle was not changing here.

But between the 2 scouts.

In 1v1 situations where the standard was roughly equal, nobody could finish the opponent off in one move. Especially since this was not a single duel, the arena was sufficiently big for both advancing and retreating.

The 2 heavy tanks were actually fine after such intense assaults. Immediately, they re-engaged. It was unimaginable that such bulky mecha could actually make such clumsy movements look graceful.

But victory and defeat could not be decided in such a short time. No one would want to lose here, and no one would display cowardice either.

This was Elite Academy X!

A bunch of B rank users getting serious. What was it like?

Looking at the battlefield, one would understand. It was mostly destroyed now. The surrounding construction could not withstand such energy, ability and heavy physical stress. The entire arena was shattered.

Where would the deciding point be in such a line up?

Since they dared to go with such a direct match up, meant that they were confident in every single one of their positions. But this was still a battle, and one side would definitely crumble.

Edgar was using the Lya Tusk mecha from Lya Sphinx. A classic scout mecha. Similarly, Edgar also held the name of First Scout in Lya Sphinx. Before entering Elite Academy, he had been from Lya Sphinx's strongest scout military school – Death's Eye Military School.

Coming to Elite Academy, he was representing Death's Eye's reputation. At this time, the Death's Eye juniors were watching their senior in action.

Edgar, as a wind type Ability X user, and also the team scout, had a surprising Wind Binding skill!

A fatty actually dared to be a scout. In the 5 lines, only the fatty's Wind God was being beaten like a dog. It could not keep up in speed or skill, although it was very good at escaping. Wind God's magnetic energy was indeed rather useful. Used well, and with the construction as barriers, it was indeed difficult to deal with.

Edgar was fired up as well. He was not afraid of strong opponents, but rather was afraid of shameless opponents. In a battle with so many people watching, where was his courage? His guts? D*mn, are you a scout or not!

Chapter 840: What Is Going On?

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Fatty was really playing with fire as well. The first time the Paralyzing Bind hit he had almost botched it. But the magnetic energy source had kicked in at the last moment to pull him away. He was sprawled on the ground, but by the time Edgar arrived, Fatty had scurried away like a rabbit. How Edgar had hoped, on this stage, to meet a worthy opponent.

The frantically escaping fatty suddenly disappeared, and Edgar's sense of danger tingled.

Stealth!

Fatty's stealth was an interfering ability. It was targeted. After their numerous exchanges, Edgar had already fallen into the trap, although he was still oblivious. In fact, Fatty had not even changed course, but Edgar's judgement was already blurred. He was distracted by things outside of battle.

Weakening!

Edgar instantly felt something was off. Suddenly, Wind God's titanium blade had pierced through him.

BOOM…

After an explosion, the competition had already entered a decisive phase. Star Lya team's scout had fallen.

Everyone was stunned. Who would have thought that the fatty who was constantly being walloped would destroy his opponent in one swift counter? The other fights were still in the process of resolution.

But once one line collapsed, the advantage quickly built. And this advantage was built on the scout, which had the strongest mobility.

Far away in the Solar System, the various schools' students let out wild whoops. From a suspense so thick they could barely breathe, to an explosive cheer. They were swept up by the sheer power.

And Death's Eye school was instantly silent. They did not know what ability the opponent had used to make Senior Edgar unable to respond. What kind of binding ability was this?

Pampas acted decisively. "Regroup!"

Star Lya team displayed good battle order, beginning to extricate themselves from combat. The formation began to appear. While they still had some numbers, they had to stick close. It was clear that nobody was confident of finishing off their counterpart readily. And the opponent's scout could freely attack.

The position of scout was just too important.

Lear wanted to stop them, but was again blocked by Pampas' godlike ability directly. Lear could only grit his teeth in anger and helplessness.

Star Lya team's formation was still assembling. If such a juicy opportunity was left uncapitalized upon, it would not be Lear in charge.

"Subaru, get them!"

Subaru was long waiting for this order. The closer Maya's Mantis was, the greater its power. At this distance, the Perish Song could give the opponents a sound beating.

Maya's Mantis raised a special rod. Suddenly, Star Lya team's remaining 4 mechas were shrouded in energy waves.

Many people were seeing Maya's Mantis for the first time. They had no idea what the emitting light entailed.

"God, it's Maya's Mantis. God, someone actually used it in actual battle!" Yao Ailun could not resist exclaiming. "Maya's Mantis is the Mayans' super mecha. The user controls the ability, and it can scramble and breakdown the energy within the enemies' bodies, as long as they're within the attack radius. It can't be avoided."

"Doesn't that mean they're sitting ducks?" Chen Xiu asked, mouth agape.

"If they use their energy shields, they're doomed for sure. If they don't, then the mecha is completely exposed before the opponents. And in that case, then the mecha pilot will sustain the damage. This is something that ordinary people cannot endure." The professional Ailun was excited. He had never thought to be able to witness the Mayans' ultimate move.

"No way to dodge?"

"No way to dodge. At least, presently it's unbeatable!"

Who would have thought that the mighty Star Lya team would actually be in a hopeless situation? If they banished their energy shields, they would have to face the merciless attack of Lear and the rest. If they did not, it was guaranteed defeat for them.

Pampas, what was his choice?

The entire Star Lya team did not banish their energy shields!

Did they doubt the Mayans' skills? Or had they already given up???

Far away in the Solar System, when they saw this, everybody celebrated. Victory was right before their eyes., Especially Zeus College, which had entered an exultant mood. Lear's existence was like a god in Zeus College. He made the impossible possible, and brought new life and glory to the Solar System!

Yet, the entire Star Lya team seemed very composed. Their calm gave one the chills.

At this time, Azure Dragon King Pampas made his move. As one of the top 4 of his time, Pampas' reputation had been snatched at by many newcomers. Besides, he was never the strongest individual among the top 4.

But amongst the top 4, Pampas' team ability was the strongest.

Under Wrath of Heaven's leadership, all of them faced the wall… and charged…

Were they trying to break through it?

Were they trying to suicide???

But a miraculous scene unfolded. A hole appeared on one of the walls, and all of the mechas went through it. Ya Tiannan's Bellow mech let loose with a wild roar, and directly hurled Kexi's mech out.

Maya's Mantis' position was special. Because this attack needed time to gather energy, so safety was the most important.

But in an instant, Lion's Roar mecha was in front of it. Kexi smiled coldly. "Go to hell!"

Peng Wu sensed danger, and Fortress mecha instantly closed. Besides, his positioning was very good. Clearly, he intended to protect Maya's Mantis, but he was after all a heavy tank. Who would have thought that Pampas' ability X would get them so far?

It shot wildly. At this moment, Maya��s Mantis' energies were completely focused on the Perish Song. It was defeated without offering much resistance.

Dynasty team's strongest barrier had been broken. At the same time, Star Lya team's members had, through this mystical power, completely turned their disadvantage to an advantage.

The most fatal was Peng Wu's position. He had no time to retreat, and Pampas had already descended from above. His ability X was not a direct attack, but to command people during battle. He could create a battlefield with no blind spots!

The team defender had already become a fish in the net.

Peng Wu's energy shield was fully activated. What was most precious now was time. He fought for every second.

The energy shield quickly weakened while the other members were in full pursuit. But the most important thing on the battlefield was time.

BOOM…

Fortress exploded. In an instant, the situation was reversed.

This tactic, this sense, this reactiveness. This was the Star Lya team led by the Azure Dragon King Pampas.

Completely opposite from the sudden freezing over at the Solar System, the Lya Sphinx and Gemini students exploded into cheers. The battle had suddenly turned. Defeat the rag-tag team!

Pampas smiled slightly as well. Dynasty team was overconfident. But his smile suddenly froze, because… Fatty had arrived.

Fatty again.

Wind God's maneuverability was undoubtedly fast. With multiple movements, he sneaked up on Pampas' side.

His stealth was not actually a full vanishing, but rather an interference with the mental capacity of the pilot. Fatty's target was Pampas, and the other members naturally thought he was being suicidal. When they reacted, it was already too late.

The titanium blade cleaved down. Weakening!

Fatty also knew that this was a risky move. His ability X surged forward.

A hit!

This blow had connected with Pampas!

Chapter 841: MVP

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

But Pampas was an elite of the school Even if he had hesitated for a moment, his ability flared up. When Luo Fei began to hack down a second time, he whirled violently, his beam saber appearing as if from nowhere, countering with a lunge.

Fatty was limber enough as well, and actually dodged it. He dared not take Pampas lightly, but he had still underestimated his opponent's reaction time. These elite pros were indeed not the average student.

But he had nowhere to run. At that moment, the Star Lya team were like Zergs, and Fatty found himself under a barrage of attacks. Although the Wind God was agile, with its magnetic energy source, but it could not stand against such an attack. Besides, the Wind God's energy shields were weak. This was its weak spot.

But it had to be said that Luo Fei held nothing back. No matter what roll, doggy paddle, as long as it dodged a strike, he did not care about his image. Just like that, he managed to delay for more than 10 seconds of time.

In the instant that his mecha exploded, Fatty saw Lear and Lie Xin rush over. He could die peacefully now.

The problem was, it was still two on four.

Star Lya team's supporters were cheering loudly. The most feared thing in team battles was to feed one by one, and now Dynasty team was doing precisely that.

With this standard, did they actually dare to call themselves the Dynasty team? How arrogant!

"Looks like the first match is about to be taken by Senior Pampas without a doubt." Xue Yue commented. "Dynasty team is still a little green, and their understanding of the opponents is still not clear."

But Lear's Unbounded and Lie Xin's Flaming Waltz still rushed towards the opposing four mechas without hesitation. A lightning charged decisive fight was about to begin!

Lie Xin's Flaming Waltz spewed fire everywhere, glowing with a blue flame. Fire speed boost!

Flaming Waltz became a fire-breathing dragon, while on the right side, Lear's Unbounded mecha shone with electric light. Lear's Ability X, which responded to all five affinities, had been hidden till now. But in this battle, he definitely could not afford to lose.

He was Lear Chronos!

Unbounded Lightning Chops!

Death Lotus!

Both mecha's first target was Pampas. Instantly the whole scene erupted, and only Pampas could react in time. But his prepared defenses were directly broken through. His paltry interference could not stop Lear and Lie Xin.

Twin swords as one!

The speediest, raging lightning, the violent, murderous inferno!

Ares Art and Lie Flame Technique were used to the maximum!

This was not just Ability X, but the pinnacle of ancient arts!

Pampas' reaction was extremely fast. With a sword lancing towards Lie Xin, his other hand blocked Lear directly. His goal was to delay the opponent. If he could hold out for just five seconds, the situation would change immediately.

But in the instant he raised his hand, his mecha stopped. The attack from Luo Fei just now!

In the next instant, Pampas' vision blacked out. He only heard a rumbling beside his ear.

BOOM BOOM BOOM…

After five seconds.

On the battlefield, only two mechas were left standing.

Even if it was live, countless military school students were completely mind-blown. What had happened?

On the battlefield, only the lightning charged Unbounded α and the fiery Flaming Waltz remained.

All the other mechas were completely destroyed.

Chen Xiu's jaw dropped, but did not know what to say. "Brother Ailun, what move is this… Does it exist in CT?"

Yao Ailun was stunned. He kept a solemn expression, but his mind was blank. He was winging it.

"I'm sure they will give a slow-motion analysis. These two mecha are both rare models from the Solar System. Perhaps they concealed some technology." Yao Ailun said.

Not only them, but except for a select few, many had no idea of what had happened.

Wang Zheng was also very surprised. He exchanged a look with Achilles, whose surprise apparently mirrored his own. Even if you didn't like Lear, but you had to acknowledge that he had managed to persuade Lie Xin somehow.

Lightning and Inferno's combination ability.

It did have some complementary affinity, but more important was the synchronization between Ares Art and Lie Flame Technique.

The Ability X of lightning had speed boosting properties, which could accelerate the Unbounded mecha. While Inferno, when elevated to a certain level, also had some speed boosting properties. In addition to their ancient arts foundations, they could force their Ability X to react at the ultimate limit.

Nobody spoke. They were just waiting for the slow-motion of the last scene to be shown.

Pampas had raised his hand, but it was very clear that that wound had hindered his movement, and this was fatal. The two of them attacked from a side each, directly going for the kill.

But the two of them did not hesitate at all. This spoke of their confidence in the efficacy of their attack. They must kill Pampas. What happened next was more terrifying. The two mecha approached at horrifying speed at the remaining three mecha. This was a suppressive maneuver that completely outclassed them.

More, Lear's Unbounded mecha had some kind of a black-hole effect, sucking the three mechas in at once. After five seconds, all three mechas had sustained over 30 hits each. More than half were by the Flaming Waltz. Lie Xin was like a crimson goddess of war. Even if you could stop Ability X, you could not stop Lie Xin's physical attacks. Lie Flame Technique was completely used to its fullest. To those opponents who miscalculated its offensive power, this was fatal. The only one which could defend for a little longer was the heavy tank Bellow.

Soon after, the right column of data displayed Lear and Lie Xin's combined Ability X energy output and physical attack output, a savage 8600 'Outstanding' rating that topped the arena.

Xue Yue's face was red. No sooner than she spoke did she have to eat her words. Only Kato from the side was not too surprised. "Solar System fighters, in terms of Ability X and breathing technique combinations have a unique understanding. This battle has indisputably proven that. This win belongs to Dynasty team. The Greatest King competition, first round, victory belongs to the Dynasty team led by Lear!"

After the announcement, the entire arena erupted into enthusiastic applause. To the Elite Academy students, they were watching a competition – they would root for whoever was stronger!

And far away in the Solar System, students from the various big military schools had leaped up in exultance.

This battle told them two things. The first thing was that legendary places like Elite Academy actually existed. Everyone there was like a warrior from the legends, the only difference being that they actually existed. The second thing was that the Solar System was super awesome!

La Tu gave some comments on the battle. As a battle tactics mentor, he only gave this battle an average rating. Dynasty team had not prepared sufficiently before the battle, severely underestimating their opponent's constitution. But Lear and Lie Xin's combined power had been a pleasant surprise. Star Lya team had not taken their opponents lightly, and approached the battle with confidence. But their battle strategy needed to be better prepared. Pampas' move was clearly something that they had practiced. A pity that, like their opponents, they had underestimated the two stars of the Solar System, and especially the scout.

As a professor, of course criticism was the main point, pointing out their flaws. Even for major schools like Arbiter and Aslan, having seen such an intense battle, also began to treat their opponents more seriously. All that could be said was that Elite Academy indeed lived up to its name.

As for those military schools from average countries, they were overwhelmed. The only ones dispirited were Gemini and Lya Sphinx, who had lost. Everyone had thought their chances of winning was about 70%, but they had still lost. It was as La Tu had said, their biggest mistake had been to underestimate the scout. Lear and Lie Xin's powers combined had indeed been horrifying, but from the overall picture, Fatty's work had been crucial, not only taking out the opponent scout, but also delivering the first crippling blow to Pampas. He truly proved the value of a scout.

This match's MVP was eventually awarded to Luo Fei, whose initial face value had been lowest.

Amidst the cheers, Fatty's face was alarmed. Damn, what concern of his was this? He did not want some sh*tty MVP award.

Xue Yue had come to interview Luo Fei. "Student Luo Fei, congratulations for taking MVP in the first battle of Greatest King. Do you have any thoughts to share?"

Fatty eyed Xue Yue. This wench looked pretty enough. "Can I say no?"

Xue Yue was taken aback. It was her first time hearing such an answer. "Student Luo Fei is too humble. Congratulations Student Luo Fei, and congratulations to Dynasty team."

"Tch, brother here was speaking the truth." Fatty cursed under his breath. But seeing Lear in high spirits, it seemed like he would not settle the score when they got back.

If you said, before the battle, that some schools harbored doubts towards the Elite Academy X's quality, now it was completely an attitude of admiration.

B rank Ability X users fighting, to normal military school students, was completely unthinkable. Even those who were IG participants had watched with eyes popping, because only the most outstanding performers at IG were qualified to enter Elite Academy. And the Greatest King competition chose the elites from Elite Academy!

The cream of the crop!

Dynasty team had earned three points, and Luo Fei had unprecedentedly been awarded the bonus of MVP.

Chapter 842: Asura VS Eagle

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

This battle also exposed a problem. Among all the match ups, scouts were the easiest to be taken down. Such a full attack position needed absolute skill. If any team's scout was lacking, they would really have to watch out.

And the team which was glaringly lacking in this aspect was Saruman Snake team, because Zhang Shan's advantage lay in his Warp Ability X. But in a team battle, Zhang Shan was indeed not a good ranker in the Elite Academy.

In this Greatest King contest, one could not only strive for MVP, and Best Leader, but each position could also compete for Best Scout, Best fighter etc. To the fighters, there was nothing more intense.

Honestly, this was even more entertaining than the elite battles. Such a battle could completely display a person's worth.

Although Star Lya team had lost, but this was just the start. They had already proven their ability. Of course, they had to carefully reflect on their experience.

For example Ao Ziwei, who had committed a grave error. At the crucial time, she did not even have the chance to use her Ability X before Lie Xin destroyed her. Her ability, besides splitting things apart, could be used in crucial situations to create a forcefield that negated Ability X. This was her killer move, but she had been suppressed, and even using it at 70% was not bad.

This was real battle. Especially in team battles, which had high demands on one's reactions to sudden changes.

This was also why many people were not too fussed about the individual battles. If one had such skills, just enter Earth Grade already. Otherwise, there was not much point.

The festivities were not yet over. The second battle was about to start, and this match featured Asura team, ranked first, and chock full of Arbiters and nothing but. Internationally, Arbiter's military power was widely recognized. But in these peaceful times, besides some group battles where they displayed their prowess, much of their power was left without an avenue. In truth, nobody knew to what extent Arbiter's military people could go. Elite Academy could not represent the whole picture, but it could at least show one side.

Since you think you are strong, then show your stuff.

Second battle, Asura team vs Eagle team

Asura team, Eagle team

Scout: Sweeney (Soul Reaper), Bebeto (Dragon's Fang)

Tank: Beo (Ox Demon), Roybad (Dragon's Scale)

Offensive fighter: Briston (Slayer), Zhou Yu (Gold Wheel)

Free fighter: Olivios (Overlord), Dendi (Dragon God)

Offense: Simba (Annihilator), Cassia (Dragon's Eye)

The first battle had already been a surprising performance. The next match was even more heavy-duty, because of the Asura team, ranked first.

Arbiters were really not the usual 'crazy'. Against the Eagle team, who were putting in their best effort, Marzu had actually decided not to battle, and leave the team leadership to Olivios alone.

Asura team was ranked first because of Marzu's presence. He was a classic Arbiter, but without the wild arrogance of Arbiters. Before Olivios entered Elite Academy, Marzu was one of the undisputed mains. But since Olivios entered Elite Academy, Marzu had suddenly become low profile. Besides the elite competition, there was virtually no news of him. In fact it was Olivios who was basking in glory now. That the team name was Asura was rumored to be because of Marzu's brother, although it seemed unlikely because of Arbiters' personalities. Besides, the two did not seem to be very close.

Of course, this was all gossip. The important thing was ability. Olivios had always been proceeding smoothly. Added to the name of Arbiter, they were unstoppable, until once in training when Dynasty team had taken them down. This was also why Dynasty team had been suddenly seen in a better light.

"Dendi who? Never heard of him. Which rock crack did this one jump out of?"

"You've only been at Elite Academy for a year plus, you know shit. Dendi is a senior even more experienced than Marzu. Marzu and the rest only rose after the training phase."

"This seems promising. Out of the eight teams, only Arbiter and Manalasuo have no external support. I want to see who's fiercer."

"If Marzu goes, I think Arbiter has the advantage. But with just Olivios, I favor Dendi a bit more."

The school's internal sentiment on the two teams was more reasoned.

They were all Elite Academy students. Although their ability might differ, but they were all foxes in the same jungle. The Elite Academy had still underestimated the impact of such a battle on the other colleges.

The previous match had displayed power that far surpassed anybody's expectations. And they were all human, and moreover students.

And the second match was between two major empires, Arbiter Empire and Manalasuo Republic. What kind of standard would such strong teams bring?

Mecha introduction, pilot introductions. These things were too simple, and gave no good reference. Every student knew that anybody here, put into their own school, would be a legend.

Besides the offensive fighter Zhou Yu, who did not use a Dragon series mecha, all other members of the Eagle team had used the Manalasuo classic Dragon series. Gold Wheel mech's firepower was recently recognized. Not only Manalasuo, but other countries were also researching its uses. Once somebody had found the secret of using it, well, learning was the forte of humankind. But these people did not know that the one who had discovered the method was just sitting below.

Vincent eyed Wang Zheng, and then the competition. He had been overjoyed to come to Elite Academy, and to participate in such battles. If he had missed out he would have regretted it for life.

Manalasuo had no disadvantage. Dendi was unquestionably the star of Manalasuo's younger generation. A stable big shot. The military had already prepared a position for him. If it was not that this Greatest King competition was too important to pass up on, Dendi was afraid he would not even stay.

Olivios was unquestionably one of the elite representatives of the galaxy for their generation, like Wang Zheng. In Vincent's heart, only Olivios could hope to compete against Wang Zheng. And as for why he would lose to Lear, Vincent felt like there were other reasons included, and experience and teamwork were Olivios' shortcomings. In IG, he had such a personality; so savage that no logic could get through, but built on a foundation of power that overcame all. At Elite Academy, nobody could reach this stage.

"Looks like Asura team is exceptionally confident, for their leader to not make an appearance in the first match. Olivios is undoubtedly one of the representatives of the second years, but his strengths and weaknesses are very apparent. Let's hope we can see a different side of him this time round."

Kato said.

"Senior Dendi's participation is really something to lift the heart this time round as well. I'm leaning towards Manalasuo's Eagle team. They're mature and stable. Personal opinion, I'm really looking forward to Gold Wheel's performance. This was once the shame of Malalasuo but has now leapt to become a favorite in the galaxy. I'm anticipating its battle power."

Professor La Tu smiled. "The one who uncovered the subtle mysteries of the Gold Wheel is also at Elite Academy."

"Is it Vincent? I hear that he is Manalasuo's genius youth, and the youngest mechanist. Strange that he would actually be in Wang Zheng's Saruman Snake team." Ka Tao said.

Chapter 843: Tyranny

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

This was strange as well. Zhou Yu was famous and powerful. Although Vincent had just entered the college, his reputation was bigger. After all, there were not many people who still retained the title of genius upon entering Elite Academy.

"It's not Vincent, it's Saruman Snake's team leader Wang Zheng, he discovered the way to use the Gold Wheel during IG."

La Tu laughed.

An Earthling had revived the Gold Wheel?

The Gold Wheel mech was now very popular. Everybody knew that, and a great number had just found out that the one responsible for all this was an Earthling.

And this Earthling was at Elite Academy, and a team leader.

That Lear's ability had just been shown to the world. Some might have forgotten his nationality in awe of his ability, but who would have thought the other sounded just as awesome.

"Comrades, do you hear that? That Wang Zheng is our Wang Zheng! Your senior, the mecha department Wang Zheng, the physics department Wang Zheng, the university science contribution prizewinner, and also IG Solar System captain!"

Yao Ailun shouted. The whole school was impassioned. Truly, some people were hearing it for the first time, that Ares College actually had such awesome alumni. Everybody only knew Xiao Fei, or perhaps Ye Zisu. To think that there was an even more horrifying existence. Suddenly they affirmed that Ares College truly was a military school.

Of course, this was only a passing topic. The main focus now was Asura team against Eagle team.

Lear and the rest were watching the events below with light hearts, the opposite of Star Lya team. Nobody wanted to lose, especially these proud people. But every battle was a zero-sum game.

On the battlefield, Asura team and Eagle team had already begun.

"From the way things stand, seems like both parties chose to clash in a line after all," Xue Yue said.

"This is after all the Greatest King competition's first round of match-ups. Each team is filled with confidence, and there probably won't be any line changes," Ka Tao said.

Line changes meant using tactics like Tianji's Horse Racing [TL Note: pitting your weakest against the strongest to win all other matchups].

This was also one way of winning team battles, only now the 8 teams were all brimming with confidence. Nobody was willing to show weakness before even testing out the waters. This would lower the team morale. Deep down, nobody was willing to back down.

Besides, from the way the lineup looked, Arbiter and Malalasuo looked to be evenly matched. In the strongest position, Olivios – although he was strong, but he did not have much of an advantage against Dendi. Slayer was unquestionably suited for the offensive battle. But now with Gold Wheel reviving, it felt like it might be making a comeback. Ultimately, who was the middle distance king of battle? It still had to be decided in battle.

As for the tank position, this was the hardest for a clear battle result. But all tank mechanists, regardless of their offensive power, had excellent defensive and resistive abilities, including protection against Ability X. Otherwise, they would not be deserving to be tanks of Elite Academy.

Scouts were the easiest battle to be decided. Sweeney, as a girl in the position of a scout, was rarely seen. But Arbiters definitely fought for positions with power. The Soul Reaper was also named for its agility and speed, but this mecha was an unconventional gambit. It was too fragile, and her counterpart Bebeto was the previous leader of Eagle team. The free fighter should take on the scout position. This went without saying.

It seemed like this battle would again be decided by the scouts. Soul Reaper was that kind of violent scout mecha where someone would definitely go down.

This mecha's casualty rate was also the highest in battle. Many countries harbored a love-hate relationship for Arbiter's mecha. They were especially fresh, so much so that they were cruel sometimes. They were unconventional designs.

But to the pros, Arbiter's mecha were well received.

10 mecha fighters entered the battle stance amidst countless cheers. Arbiter and Manalasuo were perhaps the two countries whose styles were most similar, and their military approach was about the same as well.

No backing down, just go!

The moment the 5 lines contacted, an intense crossfire began. They were even fiercer than the first match. These two teams' members were the kind that were unafraid of direct clashes, going steel on steel.

The two heavy mechas immediately charged at each other head-on 5 times… This had nothing to do with skill. It was about discomfort that the body could endure. It also spoke of a problem. At a certain standard, both understood that this method was in fact the most direct. Of course, it meant that both were of that standard.

Manalasuo's foremost tank against Arbiter's foremost tank. Who was stronger?

Both tanks charged forward like berserk beasts. They consecutively activated the necessary energy needed for charging, which left the crowd gasping in amazement. Especially Manalasuo's Ox Demon mech. Although he was just a tank, but clearly this person's movements were faster and more agile.

Beo was a loyal follower of Olivios. He had been a fighter position, but had now changed to be a tank position. His considerable physique and superhuman tank skills was undoubted. But the opponent was Roybad, who was the model tank, in his natural element. Although Beo's small tricks were a little better, and he could fight off 10 normal opponents, but a tank's core lay in dependable tactics, in order to achieve the greatest team contribution.

On this point, Roybad's understanding was excellent.

For the scouts, Sweeney and Bebeto were fighting evenly matched. Both were agile types, with savage attacks. But their weaknesses were the same. If scouts fought alone, they could go full offensive. But this was a team battle. The previous match's Star Lya team had been a warning, and in this match Sweeney and Bebeto were being extra cautious. Bebeto was the former leader, and had taken some time to adjust to the change to scout position. Although his ability was definitely stronger, but he did not have much of an advantage against Sweeney. Besides, he dared not go all out. Leaving himself no exit in a team fight was fairly dangerous. During their testing, he had already discovered that these advantages were not able to finish his opponent.

Simba and Cassia the two snipers were also even in skill. Because of the constructed terrain's cover, it was actually the safest to stick close to each other, although distance might provide an illusion of safety. By hounding the other closely, nobody could help the other teammates.

Olivios' Overlord and Dendi's Dragon God mecha had clashed as well. One was a well-reputed senior and pro, the other the representative king of a new generation. Their fight was marked with sparks flying. Olivios' rushes were full of power, and Slayer used the full attack mode. Dendi was defending and countering, but you could see that Dragon God mecha's pacing was very even. Olivios' attacks were savage, but could not put Dendi off balance at all. Dendi's concentration was still divided to keep an eye on the overall picture.

Team battles were not individual fights. When one focused too closely on individual victory, you could put the whole team into danger.

But Olivios' situation was good. He was going full out only to prolong the offense. Repressing the opponent was always better than being suppressed.

The real push came in the offensive fighter position.

Briston's Slayer and Zhou Yu's Gold Wheel were clashing with sparks flying. Both were very absorbed.

Slayer and Gold Wheel mecha were now the two most popular offensive tactical choices. Briston went without saying. As an Arbiter, he completely did not treat his opponent seriously. While Zhou Yu had been played out by Vincent and was in a dark mood. He had been waiting for a chance to prove himself. Both were middle distance berserk offensive types. It was really the kind of intensity like when a comet hit.

Slayer's attacking frequency was higher. The mech's positioning was more agile. But Gold Wheel's attacks were more threatening. The killing power was higher.

And neither… favored the energy shields. This was a naked face-off.

If their attack just faltered for one move, they would not even have the chance to activate shields. Of course, the construction around them was in for a bad day. It was being destroyed noisily.

Vincent was closely observing Zhou Yu's footwork. The Gold Wheel was indeed being used well, but Vincent's mouth still smirked with a hint of arrogance.

"Vincent, between you and Zhou Yu, who's stronger?" Ai Xiaolu asked smilingly.

"I am!" Vincent answered without hesitation.

Those who heard him laughed. As a spectating team, they were not as heated as the audience.

Zhou Yu's Gold Wheel was being used smoothly, but the smoothness was all it had. Its maneuvers were not tight, and his maintenance of the distance suppression on the Slayer spoke of his lack of confidence. Gold Wheel's close distance fighting was even stronger. Of course, this was more dangerous for the mecha itself.

If it was Vincent, he would definitely have risked his life to go in.

As a spectating competitor, such a lineup was just a testing of the waters, to suss out the opponent's weakness, or a weakness in the lineup. But to the galaxy's military school students, they were already mind-blown.

Could offensive fighting positions be done this way?

Just one wrong move meant it would be over. Against such a dangerous Gold Wheel, Slayer actually dared to do such close-distance evasions. If the trajectory was predicted wrongly, it would die immediately. And against Slayer's penetrative attacks, Gold Wheel was maneuvering in a small boundary as well, simultaneously using the gold wheels to suppress. Both parties' judgment speeds were lightning quick.

Olivios was using his powers now. He was clearly not someone who relied on his team. He would find a gap with Dendi. Who cared if the opponent was an established pro like Dendi? In Olivios' eyes, there was no difference.

The spear in Overlord's hand flew into the air. A dense attack fell like rain. Dendi's Dragon God mecha could only engage full defense. Such a horrifying attack forced Dragon God mecha back step by step. Arbiter looked indomitable.

But perceptive people could tell that although Overlord's attack looked intimidating, but the opponent was Dendi. Regardless of physical strength or Ability X, he was not inferior to Olivios, and he had more battle experience. His defense was merely waiting for Olivios to falter.

But Olivios' suppressive power was extraordinary. His Ability X rained down even more ferociously, aweing the crowd. Once Olivios seized the initiative, it was not easy to take it back, even for someone like Dendi.

"What is Dendi doing. If he continues to defend like that he will die. Olivios' physical strength definitely will have no problems," Ka Tao said suspiciously.

"I think Senior Dendi still has tricks up his sleeves."

Chapter 844: So Strong He Has No Friends!

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Nobody understood Dendi's situation well. After all, he had been lying low for two years plus, and what was known of his previous ability was not enough of a reference. All they knew was that Dendi's Ability X was of the Wind type.

As for the other four matchups, although the mood was fiery and intense, but at the same time prudent. Nobody wanted the line to crumble on their point. The only one that was going all out was the Gold Wheel and Slayer. But precisely because they were going all out, their fight was actually "safe", simply waiting on the opponent's mistake. Gold Wheel drew the distance beautifully, but this was not something that could be settled in a matter of minutes.

The two tanks had really lit up now.

Punishing charges with no frills. It felt like they were gradually reaching the stage where they held nothing back.

Arbiters' tank and Mala's tank were the same. The would die rather than back down.

The same pride, the same confidence. Beo and Roybad were both there.

Another violent collision. Both were using their strength type Ability X to the limit. The sound was ear-splitting. Both mecha were shaking with the impact. It had to be said that the mecha were made out of great quality. If it had been a lighter mecha, such impacts would have already wrecked it by now.

At this time, violent fights revealed the gap in ability. Beo recovered just a tad faster than Roybad. His beam saber in hand, he cut cruelly towards Roybad's Dragon Scale mech. Roybad's recovery rate was slower by just a touch. But he was already too late to unsheathe his own beam saber. He could only grit his teeth and take it the blow on the right shoulder. His arm was sliced off.

The decisive battle this time round was determined by the tanks. Beo bellowed, "Long live Arbiter!"

How could one arm hope to stop him? He would cut the other arm in half!

BOOM…

Everybody was staring at Beo's Ox Demon mecha, but the beam saber instead contacted with a layer of energy shield…

Roybad had activated an energy shield?

Not possible. Under such heavy fighting it would have been impossible. This was… Ability X?

Olivios felt that something was off. Because although Dendi had made an attacking pose, the mecha vanished.

In the next instant, Dragon God mecha appeared by Roybad's side. That layer of energy shield had shattered, but Dendi's beam saber blocked Beo. As easy as batting an eyelid, Beo's Ox Demon mech had already been pierced through. Roybad was not at all surprised. He immediately pulled his mecha up. At the same time, the entire Eagle Battle Team began to close ranks, with Roybad leading the charge.

The entire arena was silent. What had just happened?

Dendi's mech had suddenly vanished, suddenly reappearing by Roybad's side in less than 3 seconds. He had activated a wind shield for Roybad, and at the same time finished off the opponent.

That control, that ability…

Zhang Shan was watching, eyes wide. Without a question, this was space Ability X. But it was different from his. This was a fixed position translocation space ability. The distance was far, but perhaps it needed some other medium.

But this ability was really game-changing!

Seeing this, only Jian Zihao of Ice and Fire and Dark Wolf's Yang Pan were unfazed. They were rivals for a time, and they had some sense of his abilities and improvements.

Against the Eagle Battle Team led by Dendi, one must always be prepared to fight a 1v2 situation.

The situation had changed. At this time, the Eagle Battle Team immediately took up a cohesive fighting stance, and began to advance directly.

If Asura Battle Team did not engage them head on, they would not bother them either. They headed straight for the opponents' energy towers. From their speed and ability, they would definitely be a step ahead. If Olivios decided to fight them, it would be 4v5.

Especially since Eagle still had a super durable tank.

What would Olivios choose to do?

Everyone was looking over at the Arbiter side. The Arbiter students present were emotionless, as though nothing could happen that would shake their confidence.

Far away, in the various military schools on Arbiter, the mood was calm as well. Win or lose, such iron discipline left people tongue-tied.

Manalasuo's side was filled with ceaseless cheers. This was a big advantage, and Dendi's command had been sublime. If they had a scout advantage, then it would still be a clash. But with an extra tank, this would be a rout.

Problem?

To Olivios, there was no such word as a problem in his dictionary.

Arbiter rout? Truly, Arbiters did not know what fear meant.

On stage, Marzu was also expressionless, without the slightest trace of panic.

Everyone was waiting for Arbiter to become the joke. The big tree that defied the wind. Everyone wanted to see their brash attitude snubbed.

To be so crazy as to decline participating despite Marzu being the main force. He really underestimated Dendi.

The formation rushed forward, with the Overlord mech as point. Olivios' decision was clear. He would take point, and scatter the opponent.

But the problem was, he had used this move before, and Lear's Battle Team had directly targeted him.

Now against Dendi's Eagle Battle Team, one had to know that Dendi's Ability X was definitely stronger than Lear's.

A pity that Olivios never gave others much time to doubt. His Overlord mech had already rushed over.

Eagle Battle Team's decision was impeccable. They dodged Overlord's main point of offense. They had also researched Olivios' ability intensely. Explosive and shockwave Ability X. Whether it still hid other effects, they were unsure. But the power was undisputable, and could not be met head-on.

Only, Roybad stayed a little closer. He would stop Olivios at the first instant. As a tank, there was nothing much to be afraid of.

BOOM…

In the moment that Olivios landed, Dendi's Battle Team moved.

The beam saber imbued with the power of the tempest cleaved down. The sniper Cassia's Ability X was light, and a moment of temporary blindness was created. Roybad, who had recovered some of his energy, crashed blindly forward. If he couldn't crash Olivios to death he would at least knock him badly. Zhou Yu and Bebeto came from two different approaches. Zhou Yu's high frequency attack and Bebeto's acute attacks.

This was a barrage even more savage than Olivios' attacks. Even with energy shields, one would fall without question to the barrage and interaction of so many Ability X.

BOOM BOOM BOOM…

With a wild cry, Olivios' spear and shield weaved a defensive barrier.

Everyone was stunned.

Energy shields might be destroyed quickly, but such varied Ability X was something that nobody could block.

However, the weirdest thing happened. Olivios not only blocked it, but the Overlord mecha still had leftover power. It directly leaped and landed in front of Gold Wheel mecha, the long spear piercing its breast.

Heavenly Overlord Stream – Eternal Body!

The Arbiters' counter attack was here. Slayer was attacking furiously from the middle distance. The scout Bebeto was the second one to explode.

Simba's attacks were tying down Roybad. He had no intention of immediately defeating Roybad, but simply wanted to keep him out of the rest's hair.

Finishing off the Gold Wheel, Olivios was unstoppable. The real Overlord spoke no reason.

Facing his huge shield against Dragon God, he fired a short distance Sky Rocket Cannon. Such a thing took a tremendous toll on the pilot's body, but Olivios was like a machine. A pilot who had actually withstood the attack of five, and was still fine. BOOM…

Dragon God mecha was hit from the front, but Dendi blocked it. He constantly used the Wind Shield to block it. The impact did not pose too much of a wound, and the mecha spun at a high speed in preparation to deal with Olivios.

But Dendi had underestimated Olivios. He was not a fool, not a warrior who only knew how to attack barbarically.

Heavenly Overlord Stream – Skyward Consciousness!

Overlord mecha flipped over, palms holding the ground. With a diagonal kick, it prepared to leave the advancing Dragon God mecha behind. Dragon God mech shuddered, and Olivios' kick was charged with shockwave power.

Of course, this blow was not fatal. What was fatal was the knife in the back.

Cassia had arrived!

Stealth!

It was a power similar to Luo Fei's. Once you were within the ability area of effect, the pilot's concentration would be affected. Illusions or strange effects could be created.

Normally, Dendi would not fall to such a move, but this was a Battle Team battle.

Almost at the same time, Dendi returned a blade imbued with the chilling wind. It cut down the Soul Reaper who was in mid-air, but there was no way to save the situation.

Arbiter victory!

This was not a complete victory. At least in terms of battle tactics, Arbiter was still weaker. But… D*mn, the strong had no friends.

This was the barbaric and tyrannical Arbiter.

This was Olivios!

At this time, Elite Academy people had realized something. The loss to Lear had been purposeful by Olivios. If he could withstand the combined Ability X of Eagle Battle Team, he could not have fallen to Dynasty Battle Team.

Body of steel – Olivios!

Arbiter's military schools were very calm, although their eyes shone with limitless pride. They were unstoppable.

Long live the great Arbiter Empire!

Chapter 845: Only Victory

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Besides the Arbiters, students from the other zones were also shocked. This was not logical. How could a normal person's body withstand such attacks, and still deliver such punishing counters?

Was he still human?

Ka Tao and Xue Yue were similarly shaken by such a turn of events, and it fell to Professor La Tu who had seen more in the world.

"Everybody, do note a detail. Overlord's first cannon shot was a feint," La Tu said. At this moment, everybody realized a problem.

The first attack by Overlord had not used Ability X at all. Olivios had used himself as bait to draw the opponents' fire.

If he had used Ability X in his attacks, and then defended after his attacks went wide, he would have died without question.

But in truth, Olivios' little tricks had guiled people into thinking he was giving his all, while Olivios was actually playing it cooler than anybody else.

Therefore, his plan after he landed was total defense!

After seeing Olivios' defense after he landed, Cassia's attack had been dodged, and as for the blindness, Olivios had shielded himself, using the details to adjust his position, and dealt with each attack individually. It looked like he had taken the brunt of it, but actually each step had bought him half a second of relief. But even so, there was still much that he had to sustain on his amazing constitution and spirit.

And this spiritual perseverance was beyond imagining.

Calm and strong. This was Arbiter's Olivios.

Amidst the jumble of surprise, envy, and other complex emotions, some suddenly realized that there was still Marzu, who had yet to make his appearance.

Asura Battle Team really had the magic to be called the Asura. Their attacks were terrifying.

After getting over the surprise, there was an imperceptible sense of pressure.

Who could stand up against such pressure?

Arbiter had won, and collected three points. At the same time, Olivios was the match MVP.

"Now let us interview the MVP of the second match, student Olivios." Xue Yue smiled. The beauty's eyes were filled with respect. In military school, looks were secondary, as long as one was not as wretched as Luo Fei. The important thing was ability, that d*mned aura.

"Student Olivios, I think everyone is curious. How did you withstand the combined Ability X, and counter with such power? How did you train such a fearsome body?"

Xue Yue smilingly asked, her eyes alive with passion. That Astina girls loved wild men was well known, and the body that Olivios hid under his clothes was fairly amazing.

Olivios' expression was very serene. Arbiters always saw victory as a foregone conclusion.

Everyone looked at Olivios, wanting to find out the secret.

Olivios did not give too much of a reaction. "Very simple. Defend from the attacks one by one."

Xue Yue was stunned for a moment, but quickly smiled again. "Well, I guess that things went as expected. Congratulations to Arbiter Battle Team, and congratulations to student Olivios."

The first day of competition was over. Some were happy and some were sad. But on the whole, the standard for the Greatest King competition had been established. And a sense of where one stood, and how one would do, was beginning to emerge for the Battle Teams.

"Everybody, the first day of competition is over. Tomorrow's two matches are Wang Zheng's Saruman Snake Battle Team against Zhen Jianhao's Icefire Battle Team. As a member of Astina, I would like to encourage the Icefire Battle Team. Of course, Saruman Snake Battle Team, please do your best as well!" Xue Yue said. Her gaze still lingered on Olivios. It looked like this Astina babe really loved wild men.

"The second match will be Hocatolin's Imperial Glory Battle Team against Yang Pan's Dark Wolves Battle Team. I think everybody will be looking forward to Aslan's performance after seeing Arbiter's display today. Of course, Dark Wolves is a very strong Battle Team as well, and reputation is not always equal to ability. Please stay tuned!"

Ka Tao said.

As a member of the battle tactics stream, Ka Tao did not think much of those like Arbiter, who were so overpowered that they needed no tactics. In the end, Olivios' individual ability bulldozed through. He hoped for a Battle Team which used tactics to beat a stronger opponent, but this seemed difficult. Even Aslan's Imperial Glory Battle Team might not be able to take on the full force of Arbiter.

This country, from overall military might to individual aspects, was so strong it stood on a lonely pinnacle.

The first day's two matches served as a good example for the next day's competing four Battle Teams. There was much that had to be adjusted tonight.

Wang Zheng and Saruman Snake Battle Team left. Zhang Shan was feeling the pressure. Achilles was not taking part tomorrow, and Zhang Shan was still the scout. But from today's situation, if there was a weakness in the lineup, the opponent would home in on it.

If they chose not to clash as a line… tactics were more uniform, and more easily countered. It meant that he would become the weakest link in the Saruman Snake Battle Team.

Battle Team battles did not mean that individual fights were gone. This stressed out Zhang Shan immensely. Besides, Saruman Snake Battle Team's situation was no secret, and his own situation was equally well known. His strengths and weaknesses were clear. As for personal ability, his performance in the individual elite competition had been adequate, but that was against normal students. Each and every competitor in the Greatest King competition was top-class, and in the clash, would not face any huge problems.

D*mn, Luo Fei that cursed fatty. His performance was piling the pressure on now.

All the while, Zhang Shan's comparison was Luo Fei. But even that wretched fatty had taken to the competition like a fish to water. There was no reason why he could not do the same, but after seeing today's performance, and Fatty actually taking MVP, he was also shaken.

"Wang Zheng, what if tomorrow Achilles goes. Our first battle, we should play it more prudently." Zhang Shan was a little hesitant.

Everyone was stunned. Achilles actually laughed. If there had not been a fight against Eagle, then they would put up the reserve. Achilles must have some way, but with that cover, Achilles was clear as to Wang Zheng's plans. He had no doubts as to his own ability. They would follow the plan.

"Zhang Shan, you are a member of the Battle Team. Have confidence. Win or lose, fight on with the style of our Saruman Snake." Achilles said.

"Tch, can't you see I'm afraid they'll be out for my blood."

Zhang Shan's warp was very strong, but if countered by the opponent, and his warp was forced out, he could not use it again within a short amount of time. This meant that he was rendered useless as a scout. On the same Wind God, Fatty Luo Fei was better.

"Zhang Shan, when did you become a coward?" Ai Xiaolu laughed. "Alright, how about I go in your place."

"D*mn, why would brother here be a coward? I'm just thinking of the bigger picture."

"We'll stick to the plan. What you need is good sleep." Wang Zheng smiled.

Wang Zheng was still rather calm. He was full of anticipation to the next day's battle. Changes were a good thing. And as for Zhang Shan's situation, it was indeed clear, but the key lay in how he would use his ability.

The unknown gave Wang Zheng immense excitement.

He hoped to encounter variation outside of his calculations. Only such a battle could give him experience. And from the past two battles, no one was here to show any mercy.

Astina's Jian Zihao… Seeing Olivios' performance, Wang Zheng was feeling it now. And before not long, he would have a showdown with Olivios. He would first use the Icefire Battle Team as his warm up.

Over at Icefire Battle Team's side, they were similarly breaking down Saruman Snake Battle Team.

"Leader, we need to be especially careful of this Wang Zheng. He's very strong. And that Achilles. These Solar System guys, besides having unique Ability X, are feared for their physical abilities. Although Solar System people's constitutions are not considered strong, but they train especially hard in this aspect. In close battles, we must be especially careful." Ling Luoyu said. She did not foresee that Wang Zheng would actually become an opponent. That guy whom she had once turned her nose up to, was now way above her.

But in her bones, a sense of superiority still filled Ling Luoyu. The better Wang Zheng's performance, the worse it meant her judgment of people was.

"Everybody look at Lear and Lie Xin's two high speed combination moves. Both of their Ability X have speed boosting properties, and their mecha are agile types as well. But the most important thing is the strength of their bodies which supports their movements. What Luoyu said was very logical." Rulf said. "In truth, this Wang Zheng is quite familiar with a few of our Hail Cloud Alliance people, so we have some understanding of his ability. The explosiveness of their breathing technique is temporary, and about equivalent to the explosiveness of Ability X."

"Keke, we brothers aren't some little lolis on Earth. Leave it to us!"

The brothers from Astina, San Tolini and San Kara were raring to go. Their unique telepathy made them invaluable in battle.

Jian Zihao smiled. "You two cool it. Since they qualified, even if they're in last place, it means that they have some modicum of ability. This Battle Team is a whole tier weaker than Dynasty Battle Team. Even with Wang Zheng, Achilles, and the Lear and Lie Xin combination, the other positions are about similar in strength. Therefore, we will naturally win in these two matchups. For the first round, we want a stable win!"

Icefire Battle Team cheered as one. This first win was coveted by everybody. The implications were clearly seen today. This was the time to fight for national glory, and one's teachers and juniors were all watching on.

Over at Aslan, the members were especially civilized. Highness Huiyin would undoubtedly be cheering for them. Dark Wolves Battle Team's intelligence compilation was exhaustive. On this point, Aslan had always been especially thorough. Although they were both strong countries, Aslan and Arbiter were completely different.

The only thing worth discussing was if Heracles should participate.

The member meeting ended, resonating with cries of Glory to Aslan.

Huiyin had finished her mission. Even as a commoner of Aslan, let alone a princess, she definitely had to support her own country's Battle Team. But personally, she of course had to support Wang Zheng's Battle Team.

"Brother Wang Zheng, do your best! If you win, Huiyin will sing for you."

Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were walking along, also discussing some of the details of the next day's battle, when Wang Zheng received this message.

Wang Zheng smiled tolerantly. This wench, she was hard not to like.

Zhang Shan craned his head. He never stood on ceremony. The more you tried to keep things private, the more he wanted to see.

"Hehe, Wang Zheng, your lust must really be raring. To think you'd actually go after such a little loli!"

"F*ck off! You can't grow an elephant tusk in the mouth of a dog. Keep your mind on tomorrow's battle."

"That's true. In the world of Zhang Shan, I only want to pursue first place. Second place is the most frustrating among losses."

Chapter 846: Suppression Through Intelligence

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

The second day of battle had begun. Because of the way the first day turned out, some of the less interested military schools had also sat up and paid attention. Most importantly was that it was voluntary.

Spectating this competition was not compulsory, but rather an opportunity that the school provided. A significant proportion of the students were unwilling to give up on their weekend, but when night fell, found their circles of friends talking incessantly about the match, about how cool Arbiter was, about how impressive the Ability X were.

Many of those who regarded themselves as capable were of course less than satisfied. They wanted to see how strong this Elite Academy really was.

Seeing was believing.

The same competition, but the spectators' mood was completely different.

Today featured Aslan people, and Atlanteans might very well take the stage as well. When Aslan and Atlantis Battle Teamed up together, what kind of result would emerge?

But the first match was Wang Zheng's Saruman Snake Battle Team against Jian Zihao's Icefire Battle Team.

"Saruman Snake, what is that?"

"I went to check it out. It seems to be a venomous snake-like creature on the Titatitan Star. It's said that once bitten, even a giant will die."

"D*mn, that's brutal. The name sounds promising, but I wonder how a Battle Team with so many nationalities will fare."

"There was already one such Battle Team yesterday. Dynasty Battle Team. They won, very fearsome."

"In that Battle Team, the Mayans played a crucial role, or they couldn't have won."

"Any aces in this Battle Team?"

"Seems like a bunch of newcomers."

Those not in the know did not really understand the situation. But from the member line up, the only third year came from Big Bear, a tank. But tanks were never the main force. Three second year students, and a freshie.

This was undoubtedly a brand new Battle Team.

In Elite Academy, the Battle Teams' members had all arrived. Although they might not be fighting today, but they might very well meet in the next round. Understanding one's opponent was definitely the most important thing. As the fight developed, they would understand each other better, and develop possibilities through battle tactics.

The two losing Battle Teams from the previous day, Eagle Battle Team and Star Lya Battle Team, had arrived as well. From the members' expressions, although they had not fully gotten over the loss, but their attitudes were on the right track. To be able to take a loss required some heart. If one could not even manage this, then one would never become a pro.

"This brat Wang Zheng is crazy enough. To actually not let Achilles fight."

Achilles ability was now widely recognized. His participation had been the deciding factor in helping Saruman Snake draw ahead of the other candidates and be chosen. But in Saruman Snake's first battle, Achilles was actually sitting out.

The other members had already entered the war room, and Achilles seemed especially serene. Not far away, Lie Xin was in a good mood. She had found what she was looking for in Lear. And Achilles?

Since the Mars and Moon Battle Team had dispersed, they had gone their own separate ways. But Lie Xin did not feel much. Instead she felt even more comfortable now, less plagued by envy, and more able to chase what she really wanted.

Power was everything.

Because of the first day's intensity, and also another night of intelligence gathering, much information about both Battle Teams had been uncovered. Saruman Snake Battle Team did not seem to amount to much. Wang Zheng did have something to his name, but every student in Elite Academy had a similar accolade, and the key was to see the country's influence. Earth was too small, and Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan's results were not worthy of notice. Vincent was from Manalasuo, but was a freshie. Someone that Manalasuo did not even want did not seem worthy of attention either. As for Takumi… Big Bear star, also a fringe character. And besides, he was a tank, who would never decide a battle. Saruman Snake's only bright point was Snow Li.

A beauty born in the year that the ice dragon danced. She was like the mascot of Saruman Snake Battle Team.

And Icefire Battle Team was different. Astina's soul brothers were famous in the military world. Their Ability X was force field, and a controllable force field. And when both were in play, their force fields combined to create endless possibilities.

Rulf and Curter were seasoned pros of the Hail Cloud Alliance, with much experience. Originally, Hail Cloud Alliance had competitive power, but because of Redington's incident, and Snow Li and Ai Xiaolu's split, it had led to Astina and Hail Cloud Alliance's Battle Teaming up. And these two were the most suited to battle in the Hail Cloud Alliance, and also Hail Cloud Alliance's previous Battle Team's main force.

As for Jian Zihao, he used to have the moniker of Mad Zerg. His Ability X could allow him to enter a berserk mode, and elevate his battle power in all aspects. Furthermore, once he entered such a state, he developed near immunity to all Ability X.

This meant that he and the opponent were locked in an all-out pummeling.

Added to Astina's natural mania, his battle style was very impetuous. And nobody knew his limits.

Just the counter to Ability X alone would be a full kettle of fish to deal with.

Jian Zihao and the rest were sitting around preparing for battle.

As for the opponents not sending Achilles, that only served to reduce their stress further. As for where Wang Zheng got his confidence from, that did not matter.

���Saruman Snake Battle Team's Achilles is actually not coming out. What a pity, he's the most handsome in the Battle Team." Xue Yue joked. Of course, she was not a bimbo, she was simply playing up the liveliness. "If Zhang Shan is taking the scout position, then they have to be careful. Zhang Shan might very well become the primary target for his opponents' fire."

On this point Ka Tao expressed agreement. "Saruman Snake's choice is curious. Their flaws are many, and in the line clash, they have no advantages. Wang Zheng's individual ability is not bad, but Jian Zihao is not any weaker. Zhang Shan is an unstable factor, and the only possible advantage falls to Snow Li. But Rulf is Snow Li's senior, and definitely understands her strengths and weaknesses well. As long as Snow Li's Ability X is blocked, then in terms of foundational skills she will definitely be beaten. In truth, I don't understand why Wang Zheng did not let Achilles take Zhang Shan's place."

Ka Tao's analysis had triggered a chorus of agreement.

"Vincent is also a weak one. The Gold Wheel's attack power is indeed very strong, and everybody knows this. But its flaws are very obvious as well. It's easily controlled, and the mech's evasive abilities are poor. As long as the scout hounds it, it will be rendered useless. And Vincent is very young."

"If I was Jian Zihao, I would definitely fight in a line, and thrash all the opponents straight up."

"You think they're dumb? They'll definitely group up."

"Group up? D*mn, you think the San brothers are fake? Icefire's abilities are most suited for Battle Team battles. Grouping up is a straight path to Hell. Jian Zihao's power in a group battle is something you haven't seen before, but three years ago, it already became a bug in Elite Academy."

"By what you say, Saruman Snake doesn't have a chance?"

"Well, they've brought it upon themselves now. If Achilles had gone as well, then he and Wang Zheng could use their individual abilities to set up an offensive environment for Vincent, which might buy them a sliver of hope. But with Wang Zheng alone, what can he do?"

"Icefire Battle Team's offense is not that strong either. As long as they can control Jian Zihao, that'll be fine. He can't be even more perverted and stronger than Arbiter, can he?"

"You're wrong. No matter how strong a person is, they can be controlled. But after Jian Zihao goes berserk, he can't be controlled. In this world, only Astina's intensity cannot be stopped."

As for Icefire Battle Team's supporters, Saruman Snake Battle Team was just a stepping stone. Their real opponent was Arbiter, Aslan. And this mudskipper Battle Team was just a warm up.

"Actually Wang Zheng is not a fool. I think he's clear of his position. Save his strength for Eagle and Dark Wolves Battle Team. As long as they don't get eliminated, right?"

"That makes sense. Earthlings. Always good at sweating the numbers."

Some overly intellectual types had finally found the key. In such an important battle, keeping the main force in reserve must have only one purpose. To give up on the battle.

Fight what they could win, and give up on what they could not. This was also in keeping with the rules, but it was too cowardly.

Wang Zheng and his Battle Team ignored these discussions. Everyone's interest was not in this battle, but hoped they would end quickly, so they could watch Aslan's fight. Arbiter had been so impressive, how could their long time bitter rival Aslan not put up something similar?

The lineup and mecha choices had been confirmed:

Saruman Snake Battle Team, Icefire Battle Team

Zhang Shan (Wind God) San Tolini (Atlas)

Takumi (Desolate Steel Beast) San Kara (Atlas)

Vincent (Gold Wheel) Curter (Slayer)

Wang Zheng (Overlord) Jian Zihao (Berserker IX)

Snow Li (Ice Arrow) Rulf (Ice Arrow)

After this lineup was announced, everyone was stunned. What kind of formation was this?

Neither side was normal levels of strange. Zhang Shan had chosen the Wind God, clearly a scout position. But what use was a high mobility, zero control scout? And on the line clash, he was completely a pitfall.

If you looked at Takumi, Vincent, and Snow Li, they had made more appropriate choices. Wang Zheng, as a leader in the free fighter position, what were you doing choosing Overlord?

Were you trying to compare yourself to Olivios? Or to compare with yourself?

"Wang Zheng this punk has got some guts. He actually dared to choose the same mech. He isn't afraid to die," Beo could not resist saying.

Beo was clear that Olivios had been raring to fight Wang Zheng since the start of IG. Not just a normal fight, but the kind that shook the heavens and earth. It had to build up, and the elite fight had been a pity, since they were not in the same group. But this time round, Wang Zheng had nowhere to run. Beo did not dare to underestimate Wang Zheng – after all he had participated in IG before – but he firmly believed that Olivios was stronger than Wang Zheng by a bit.

Olivios' face was composed. He did not feel like Wang Zheng had any intention to provoke him. At their level, there was nothing to prove.

But outsiders might not think this way. Xue Yue had already put the camera up and tight on the Arbiter side. A model like Overlord was not easy to use. If you weren't Arbiter, you had better not play with fire. And it was said that Wang Zheng was best at Wind God.

Nobody knew what Wang Zheng was up to.

And Icefire Battle Team was perplexed as well, because they did not have a scout…

The San brothers had chosen the same tank mecha. The two could raise an impregnable barrier, but this was not a choice that the Battle Team with an advantage should make.

What was Icefire Battle Team up to?