After two intense battles, Wang Quan successfully advanced to the top four of the Outer Sect Tournament. However, he knew that the upcoming matches would be even more challenging. Every disciple who had made it this far was a top contender, each with their own unique strengths.
The third match was about to begin, and Wang Quan's opponent was a tall, imposing figure wielding a massive scythe. The scythe-wielding cultivator had a cold, stern expression, and the spiritual energy radiating from him was powerful. The scythe in his hands emitted a sharp, chilling aura that seemed deadly with every movement.
Wang Quan stood on the arena, his gaze fixed on the opponent's scythe, sensing the intense cold it radiated.
"This spirit weapon is extraordinary," Wang Quan thought. The scythe-wielding cultivator specialized in close combat, and the scythe he wielded was a weapon of extreme lethality. The blade gleamed like the claws of death, with every swing carrying immense destructive power. His fighting style was fierce and direct, relying on brute force to overwhelm opponents.
"Wang Quan, my scythe is no ordinary weapon. Today, you'll experience its true power!" The cultivator sneered coldly, and before he had even finished speaking, his scythe was already in motion. A flash of cold light cut through the air with a sharp, whistling sound, aimed straight at Wang Quan's head.
"Whoosh—!"
Wang Quan's eyes gleamed with sharp focus, and he quickly moved his feet, dodging the first strike. The scythe carved through the air and struck the stone floor of the arena with a loud crack, leaving a deep fissure in the ground.
"Such destructive power…"
Wang Quan's heart raced slightly, realizing the strength behind the scythe. He quickly activated his Five Elements Technique, infusing his sword with Metal Elemental energy, and met the scythe head-on.
The two clashed at lightning speed, with the scythe-wielding cultivator's attacks relentlessly aggressive. His spirit weapon sliced through the air like a storm, with each swing brimming with power and speed, forcing Wang Quan to dodge repeatedly.
"Your spiritual energy may be strong, but my scythe won't give you the chance to escape!"
The cultivator swung his scythe again, this time aiming for the top of Wang Quan's head. But instead of retreating, Wang Quan advanced, stepping forward and swinging his sword upward. Infused with Fire Elemental energy, his sword unleashed a fiery slash toward the incoming scythe.
"Clang—!"
The sword collided with the scythe, producing a sharp, metallic sound. The Fire Elemental energy was strong, but Wang Quan was shocked to find that the scythe was even sharper than expected, cutting through the fire and heading straight for his shoulder.
"Not good!"
Wang Quan swiftly shifted his body, barely dodging the deadly strike. But the scythe-wielder's onslaught didn't stop. The scythe's gleaming blade danced in the air like a torrential storm, forcing Wang Quan into a defensive retreat.
Wang Quan's expression grew cold, realizing that staying on the defensive wasn't a viable strategy. He quickly channeled the Earth Element from his Five Elements Technique, planting his feet firmly on the ground. A protective shield of Earth Elemental energy rose from the floor, surrounding him.
The scythe-wielder slashed at the Earth shield, and a surge of powerful spiritual energy erupted. The Earth shield trembled but did not shatter under the impact.
"Earth Element defense is tough, but can it withstand a second hit?" The scythe-wielder sneered, twirling his weapon in the air. The scythe spun like a whirlwind, forming a deadly arc as it struck again.
Wang Quan's eyes flashed with resolve. As the Earth shield absorbed the second blow, it suddenly exploded into a shower of rocks, scattering debris all around. At that exact moment, Wang Quan's sword slashed forward, infused with both Fire and Metal Elemental energy. The combination of flames and the sharpness of metal created a brilliant arc of sword energy, aiming directly at the scythe-wielder.
"Five Elements Sword Technique—Blade Breaker!"
The strike was infused with the full force of Wang Quan's Five Elements power. The sword energy cut through the air, the searing heat of Fire Element merging with the piercing sharpness of Metal Element, and struck the scythe-wielder's weapon.
The scythe-wielder's face changed drastically as he tried to block with his scythe. But Wang Quan's sword energy was too powerful, sending his scythe flying out of his hands. The cultivator was knocked back several steps, coughing up a mouthful of blood from the impact.
"You've lost."
Wang Quan spoke coldly, his sword still glowing with lethal energy.
The scythe-wielder gritted his teeth in frustration, but he knew he was beaten. Reluctantly, he lowered his head and conceded defeat.
"Wang Quan wins and advances to the top two!"
With the third match over, Wang Quan didn't immediately head to rest. Instead, he walked toward the spectator stands to watch the next highly anticipated match: Xiao Yan versus the mysterious black-robed disciple.
Xiao Yan was known throughout the Outer Sect for his mastery of fire spells, and very few had ever been able to withstand his attacks. The black-robed disciple, however, remained an enigma. Despite keeping a low profile, Wang Quan had noticed the unusual strength and precision in the black-robed disciple's previous matches.
As the battle between these two powerhouses was about to begin, Wang Quan couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. "This match will be crucial," he thought. "Xiao Yan's fire abilities are powerful, but there's something off about the black-robed disciple. I need to see what he's truly capable of."