With Ace's letter as a testament to his intentions, Kyokuske stood resolute on the battlefield. He had a singular mission: to eliminate every member of the Hotetsu who dared to attack the Demon King's castle. The captains and Zara watched in awe and anticipation as Kyokuske unleashed his formidable skills. Shadow Strike: Kyokuske's first move was a swift and precise shadow strike. He blurred into darkness, reappearing behind the first Hotetsu member. In an instant, a concealed dagger materialized in his hand, and he struck with lethal precision, leaving his enemy incapacitated. Gale Slash: Kyokuske faced a group of Hotetsu members, their weapons drawn. With a swift motion of his sword, he generated a cutting gale, slicing through their defenses and sending them tumbling backward. Illusion Mirage: As the Hotetsu members regrouped, Kyokuske created multiple illusory clones of himself. The battlefield was suddenly filled with identical Kyokuskis, making it impossible for the Hotetsu to discern which was the real one. They struck at his illusions in vain, while the true Kyokuske prepared for his next move. Solar Flare: Kyokuske channeled his inner energy, infusing his blade with the power of the sun. With a single swing, he sent forth a blinding burst of light that temporarily blinded the Hotetsu members, leaving them disoriented and vulnerable. Quicksilver Step: Kyokuske's agility was unmatched. He moved at incredible speeds, darting between Hotetsu members with graceful precision. His movements were like quicksilver, making it nearly impossible for his enemies to land a blow. Vortex Cyclone: Surrounded by a group of Hotetsu members, Kyokuske unleashed a whirlwind of slashing attacks. His sword danced like a cyclone, slicing through armor and flesh alike, leaving his foes no chance to defend themselves. Heavenly Thunderstrike: Kyokuske's final and most devastating move was the Heavenly Thunderstrike. He channeled the power of the heavens, calling down a series of lightning bolts that struck the Hotetsu members with ferocious intensity. Each bolt of lightning sought out its target, leaving only charred remnants in its wake.
As the battle raged on, Kyokuske's skills and determination were on full display. He moved with a calculated grace, dispatching Hotetsu members one by one, his every move a testament to his unwavering resolve to fulfill Ace's wishes.
By the end of the battle, the Hotetsu members lay defeated and scattered, their threat to the demon realm finally extinguished. Kyokuske stood victorious, his mission accomplished, and the legacy of Ace Kurotsuchi preserved. With the battlefield now silent, Zara and the captains approached Kyokuske, their admiration and respect evident. They understood the gravity of his mission and the sacrifices he had made to ensure the safety of their realm. Together, they knew that they had taken a significant step toward their ultimate goals: rescuing Ace, unveiling the truth behind the Rune of Eldertide, and protecting the demon realm from the darkness that had plagued it for far too long.