Aria's quick thinking and mastery of Nature Enes defense skills had once again saved them. As the practitioner unleashed a barrage of earth-element attacks in the form of floating cubes, Aria conjured an Elemental Scholar Nature Enes tier barrier. This time, she decided to take an offensive approach.
With a determined expression, Aria pushed the barrier forward, using it not just as a protective shield, but as a formidable weapon. The barrier advanced toward the oncoming projectiles, and upon contact, a cataclysmic explosion ensued.
The air was filled with a deafening roar as the elemental clash sent shockwaves in all directions. The floating cubes disintegrated into a storm of earth and debris, their destructive force neutralized by Aria's resolute defense-turned-offense. The practitioner of the ominous Enes was taken by surprise, his dark eyes widening in shock.
Kaito and Aria remained unscathed, standing amidst the aftermath of the explosion. Their resolute teamwork and mastery of Nature Enes had once again proven to be their saving grace. The practitioner, however, appeared to be both surprised and infuriated by their resilience.
As the practitioner prepared to unleash another Enigma Warden Nature Enes attack, this time harnessing the power of water, Kaito and Aria remained vigilant. The wave of water, standing at an imposing 4 meters in height and 10 meters in width, surged toward them with menacing intent.
Aria's quick thinking came into play once again. She invoked an Elemental Scholar Nature Enes tier defense, focusing on the water element. With a swift gesture of her hand, she created a smaller wave of water that met the approaching deluge head-on. But she didn't stop there.
In a seamless display of mastery, Aria immediately conjured another Elemental Scholar Nature Enes tier barrier, this time focusing on the earth element. The water wave and the earth barrier collided, resulting in a spectacular clash of elements.
The impact sent ripples through the air, and the combination of water and earth forces caused a magnificent explosion of elemental energy. The opponent's Enigma Warden Nature Enes attack lost a significant amount of its force during this fierce clash, rendering it far less potent.
Kaito and Aria felt only a minor sting, akin to a small pinch, as the residual energy washed over them. Their skillful defense had once again proven their resilience against the practitioner's attacks.
Aria, though still composed, was starting to feel the toll of the constant use of her defensive skills. Her mastery of Nature Enes was impressive, but even she had her limits. Nevertheless, she remained resolute, determined to protect herself and Kaito in this enigmatic showdown.
The practitioner, on the other hand, showed no signs of weariness. In fact, he seemed to relish the clash of their powers. He regarded Kaito and Aria with a smirk, a glint of dark amusement in his eyes. "You both have potential," he taunted, "but it's a shame you won't get to showcase it. You won't make it out of this alive."
With a flick of his fingers, he prepared to unleash another Enigma Warden Nature Enes tier attack, this time focusing on the earth element. Multiple colossal projectiles, cubes of formidable size, materialized and floated around him. The aura of foreboding they emitted was palpable.
The practitioner's onslaught intensified as he directed his formidable earth-element attack squarely at Kaito. With steely determination, Kaito called upon his Elemental Scholar Nature Enes tier defense skills, conjuring a protective barrier to shield himself from the impending assault.
The colossal cubes of earth soared through the air with tremendous force, and as they collided with Kaito's barrier, a series of explosive impacts reverberated through the park. The defensive barrier held its ground, but only for a few heart-pounding moments.
As several of the enormous earth projectiles struck the barrier, a cascading series of explosions erupted, causing the protective shield to shatter into fragments. Half of the massive cubes were successfully deflected and destroyed, but the other half penetrated Kaito's defense, inflicting substantial damage. Kaito gritted his teeth in pain, his breath coming in ragged gasps.
Aria, witnessing Kaito's injury, rushed to his side, her concern etched across her face. She had already been using her Nature Enes skills quite extensively, and the strain was starting to take a toll on her. But she knew she had to act quickly to help her friend.
Channeling her Elemental Scholar Life Enes tier healing abilities, Aria focused her energy on Kaito's wounds. The soothing energy flowed from her hands, knitting the torn tissues and soothing the pain. Kaito felt a surge of relief as the healing magic coursed through his body, mending the damage.
However, using her Life Enes tier healing abilities took a toll on Aria's own energy. Fatigue washed over her like a tidal wave, but she pushed through it, knowing that Kaito's well-being was of utmost importance. Her determination mirrored her earlier resolve in battle, and she continued to heal him with unwavering focus.
The practitioner's malevolent intentions had not yet materialized into another attack when, in a blink of an eye, the entire dynamic of the battlefield shifted. Ryouichi, whose true name remained unknown to the practitioner, appeared with astonishing speed.
In a display of unparalleled velocity, Ryouichi had traversed the distance from Kaito and Aria's location to the practitioner's side in an instant. The practitioner's eyes widened in shock and fear as he witnessed this extraordinary feat. His mind could barely comprehend the sheer speed at which Ryouichi had moved.
A rush of wind and a faint sonic boom trailed in Ryouichi's wake, leaving no doubt that his speed was nothing short of extraordinary. The practitioner made a rough estimate, and it seemed that Ryouichi had traversed the distance at a mind-boggling Mach 10 or more. The very thought of such velocity left the practitioner feeling an overwhelming sense of vulnerability.
In a rapid motion, the practitioner executed a defensive move, swiftly positioning themselves behind Ryouichi to increase the separation between them and the mysterious and formidable figure.