He was discrete this time. Previously when he rushed option 2 of the mission, he fought bravely and withstood the attacks head-on
Now, he needed to preserve his stamina for the great battle. While he was only required to defeat a Templar-Class Honkai Beast, it was in a situation where he had to fend off another 11 Templar Honkai Beast at the same time
Furthermore, the guarded portal was still unleashing Honkai Beasts at intervals. Since its first appearance, the spawn rate has decreased but it will still produce enemies that can disrupt his movements and stamina
The situation was severe but not life-threatening. After all, he received many benefits from his stats and equipment. Furthermore, his mentality has been strengthened, he won't falter before his enemies
Upon reaching the rooftop of a skyscraper. He witnessed the devastation of the center of Lupus City.
Rubbles covered the land as the Honkai Beasts stepped on them into a paste. If Uesugi tried jumping around, the ground was disadvantageous to him as he had not trained in various battle situations
He pondered on a cost-efficient way to deal with the Honkai Beasts and realized that the solution was under him.
Toppling the building and crushing the Honkai Beasts can serve its purpose. While it will have minimal effect on the silicon-based monsters, Seraph-sized Honkai Beasts can still be smashed through sheer weight.
Uesugi couldn't bother wasting his brain cells and immediately took action
Jumping off behind the building, he kicked each floor like Jenga blocks. Controlling his strength, so they land on the weaker Honkai Beasts
*Smash* *Bang*
The impact of the blocks devastated the land, if a spectator were to view the scene, they'd believe Uesugi was responsible for Lupus City's destruction
As he dropped to further levels, he increased the strength of his kicks. While he did not, imbue Honkai Energy into his attacks. The coat of aura from the Rebirth Liquid was strengthening his body and served as a layer of protection
When he finally reached the first floor of the skyscraper, he kicked off the edge of the building to relieve the impact of the fall.
Backflipping and landing gracefully, he jumped towards the building and kicked it like a soccer ball at the portal
*Crash*
The last floor was sent flying, leaving a huge dust cloud floating into the sky.
Nothing was set on fire but the clouds were eerily ominous. Uesugi felt that personally and warily as he realized, the true battle was about to begin.
Two Templar Honkai Beasts dashed out of the clouds and pincered him from both sides
Their appearances were covered in dirt as they mechanically moved to eliminate him
Uesugi smiled and decided to face them head-on. He wanted to test his new powers before going all out.
"Arrggh", letting out a battle cry, he leaped toward the Honkai Beast on the left. Gripping onto his fist, the weapon created creaking sounds as he crashed into it violently
The impact created shockwaves and wind that busted from the focal point.
Their strengths were equal as neither one budged at all. Uesugi determined that his strength finally reached A-Rank Chevalier and became prouder of his actions.
At the standstill position, the other Templar Honkai Beast finally reacted and threw its spear towards Uesugi.
Astonishingly, the Templar Honkai Beast clashing with Uesugi shifted its body behind the spear throw and smashed its shield into his body, causing him to fly in the direction of the thrown spear
Shocking wasn't enough to describe his current feeling. This further affirmed his thoughts of the Honkai Beasts being stronger than their game counterparts. Whether it was strength, tactics, or consciousness, they were above by one or two levels
Uesugi Shuu couldn't shift his body midair so he decided to confront it skillfully. The spear was conical as he believed he could deflect it.
However, using his gauntlets was too risky without proper training, so he summoned his Katana, Lightning Soul to deflect the attack using his hardly-honed battle instincts
*Shing*
The sound of two blades colliding created a screeching noise like someone was scratching a blackboard. It was irritating to the ears but for Uesugi, he roared out in excitement of his successful deflection.
The lance passed by his body and crashed into the land. Using this opportunity, Uesugi dashed towards the armless Templar Honkai Beast, ready to finish it off
However, he underestimated its defenses, as not only was its body tough, but its shield could block his attacks with ease. It seemed that their previous evaluation of blocking any attacks under A-Rank has risen a lot
It still cannot block the majority of A-Rank Valkyrie attacks but the weaker ones would be hopeless against it
Luckily, it was only an Ordinary Templar, if it appeared as a Storm Templar which contained higher defenses, paralyzing attacks, and elemental damage then he'd lose within the first few bouts at the beginning
His attack powers were barely A-Rank Chevalier, compared to his endurance stat which was ordinary in comparison as his attacks were boosted from his gauntlets while he was wearing normal clothes.
Realizing his predicament of handling two Templar Honkai Beasts. He noticed a sound of incoming danger approaching his location.
The longer it took, the more likely he would take damage. Despite realizing his abnormal levels of Honkai Resistance, he would rather avoid taking damage than test his bravery with his life on the line
'I have to finish this fast', it was the moment of truth as Uesugi pushed them back, creating a distance between them
He closed his eyes and clenched his fist. His Energy reserves were currently 15 as he applied Honkai Energy Coating around his body throughout the battle.
The converging Honkai Energy manifested around his fist, causing it to fluctuate unstably.
His control of Honkai Energy was merely Elementary level, his current limit was 3 units of Energy and any more will result in self-detonation.
Using 0.5 units of Energy on his feet, he leaped at immense speed, invisible to the eyes. Aiming towards the Templar Honkai Beast without his spear, Uesugi was planning on piercing through regardless of the shield's existence
This was his last attempt before retreating. He realized that his thoughts before were without substance. Believing that he could handle 12 Templar Honkai Beasts and kill one before leaving.
Uesugi's strength was enough to handle 2 Honkai Beasts and possibly heavily injure one before retreating from the lack of Energy and stamina reserves
Gritting his teeth and pulling his fist back, a shooting line made contact with the Honkai Beast.
*Boom*
A loud explosion imploded and pushed away the debris on the ground. The outcome remained unseen until the remaining dust was pushed away
Stillness reverberated as the incoming Templar Honkai Beasts finally reached the location, showing the 3 of them.
If Uesugi delayed the battle any further then he would have lost his opportunity.
When the dust dissipated, the outcome was seen by everyone on the scene.
Broken pieces of silicon materials laid on the ground. The thicker layers cracked, proving that the shield could not handle the impact.
A lone figure stood straight proudly at the result despite his fatigued appearance. Breathing haggardly, he retreated immediately upon the other 3 Templar Honkai Beasts' arrival.
His energy reserves were still half but his physical body was exhausted, staying behind would be worthless as he alone cannot handle them all before the portal finishes teleporting the rest of the Honkai Beasts
That is the job of Schicksal and Anti-Entropy who safeguard this world. While there are no available Valkyries strong enough to fend off these numbers of Honkai Beasts, they can gather their strengths and fight them after they become more spread out
Today, if someone was capable of controlling Honkai Beasts appeared in Lupus City, Uesugi Shuu would have died without a bone remaining of him.
Of course, that's only possible with Herrscher's existence and their presence alone can easily erase him from existence.
The Templar Honkai Beasts gave a slight chase before retreating to the portal. While no one can control them, their instilled subconscious forces them to protect the portal until they finish their jobs
Uesugi Shuu knew that, as his running speed was lackadaisical, trying to conserve his strength until he finds a hiding spot before completing his last option.
'1 hour and 55 minutes/ 2 hours'. Only 5 minutes were remaining until the entire mission was completed. Option 1 was accomplished after killing the Templar Honkai Beast.
Options 1: Kill a Templar-Class Honkai Beast and escape safely
Reward: STR +30, DUR +20, INT +30, Talent Awakening Chance at LvL 10
A grin appeared on his face when he eventually thought of the 3rd option rewards. The boost to his power would be greater than ever.
Despite already experiencing Rebirth liquid and whether its effects will still work. The new equipment excited him the most. Especially if he obtains a battlesuit for himself
While Talent Awakening Chance was something to look forward to, as [Focus} helped him from day one of his transmigration. The 'Chance' made him lose his interest.
If you're a player of gacha games then luck either fortunes you or hates you.
Uesugi belonged to the latter, it was only because he played Honkai Impact 3rd from the beginning that he could max out his characters with their signature weapons and stigmata.
Remembering his past life, a tear couldn't help but flow. Not from longing, but from the pain of gacha luck not residing in him
By the time his useless thoughts ended, he arrived at the outskirts of Lupus City. It was near the city wall that guarded the city.
While the Honkai Beasts have encircled the city, only the inside of Lupus City was affected as the destroyed portion can be accounted to the two 'Valkyries' that he met at the beginning
Even with his significant growth within a short period, he recalled the scene left behind by their actions. No he is capable of dealing with the numbers seen back then. The surroundings were clear and no signs of craters or Honkai carcasses were left behind. This meant that their powers were beyond his current self.
Shaking his head at his dispersed thoughts after his fight. He headed inside an intact building closest to the gate of Lupus City
Concerned about the rewards awaiting him, he did not realize that tiredness seeped into his soul. Causing him to lay unconscious.
Soft breathing can be heard as he fell asleep, being the only human left in Lupus City.