The gorilla charged toward the human in a fit of rage, his heavy steps causing tremors like cannon strikes, while the glowing red lines on his body grew brighter. He raised his massive hand, attempting to deliver a crushing blow, but the human swiftly sidestepped, as if the gorilla's massive movements were slow compared to his quick reflexes.
In the blink of an eye, the part of the metallic glove covering the human's wrist began spinning rapidly, emitting a low but menacing hum. He launched forward like a human bullet, delivering a direct punch to the gorilla's side, creating a shockwave that pushed the massive creature several feet to the side, leaving a deep dent in his body marked with glowing red lines.
"You're fast…" the gorilla growled angrily, lunging again toward the Adam-like figure, attempting to grab him. But the human didn't back down. Instead, he leaped into the air, spinning his left wrist at double speed, and delivered a spinning punch directly to the gorilla's outstretched arm.
"Explosion!" The impact was like a mini-detonation, as the glove's force slammed into the gorilla's arm, forcing him to stagger back with a roar of pain.
The Adam-like figure gave his opponent no time to recover. He charged forward again, spinning both his wrists, and unleashed a flurry of rapid punches. Each strike carried devastating force, hitting its mark and driving the massive gorilla back step by step.
In a desperate attempt, the gorilla slammed the ground with immense force, creating a powerful tremor that caused the Adam-like figure to lose his balance for a moment. Seizing the opening, the beast delivered a massive side blow to the human's chest, sending him flying into a crumbling wall.
The Adam-like figure rose, his face covered in dust. He looked calm but more resolute. The gauntlets on his wrists were now spinning with an intimidating intensity, as if harnessing additional power.
"Playtime's over..." he said coldly, launching forward with even greater speed.
Leaping into the air, he fully rotated the right gauntlet. Flames erupted from the exhaust-like vents at the back of the gauntlet, resembling rocket thrusters, amplifying the force of his strike.
Upon impact, a massive explosion reverberated through the area, slamming the gorilla to the ground with such force that it left a crater beneath him.
The gorilla's breaths were heavy, his body trembling with pain, but he refused to surrender. He attempted to rise, but the human was already standing over him, both fists aimed downward, ready to strike again.
Suddenly, a floating screen appeared in front of the Adam-like figure, displaying the following message:
"Defeat the Mutant Gorilla"
Reward: 5 Free Points
Mission Accomplished
Following this, Adam-like accessed a page titled "Transformations", where an image of a black combat suit with gold accents appeared.
The suit featured the same gauntlets Adam had used in his fight against the gorilla, which were the most prominent and imposing element of the design.
The primary color of the suit was a deep, jet-black that shimmered subtly under dim light, exuding a sense of power and intimidation.
Golden lines intricately intertwined across the suit, starting at the shoulders and extending over the chest in a bold pattern. Geometric engravings wrapped around the sides of the suit, giving it a sleek, modern, and technologically advanced appearance. The golden accents conveyed a sense of strength and cutting-edge sophistication.
The image of the suit didn't appear in full detail, but distinct features of a high-tech helmet were noticeable. The helmet had a sleek, black visor that extended over the top of the head, designed to provide a modern and intimidating appearance. Golden lines adorned the upper part of the helmet, enhancing its futuristic aesthetic and suggesting it might be part of an advanced control or vision system.
The upper part of the suit was equipped with a light metallic chest plate, covering both the chest and abdomen. This armor was crafted from a matte black material, reinforced with golden accents around the abdomen and shoulders, emphasizing both strength and flexibility. On the back of the suit, there was a small circular power core, emitting a faint golden glow. This feature gave the impression that it was the suit's central energy source, powering its systems.
The legs of the suit were slimmer compared to the bulky gauntlets, ensuring agility and fluidity in movement. The knee guards were reinforced with golden details, and the boots were designed with a sporty and functional aesthetic, featuring golden lines running from the ankle down to the sole, providing both stability and enhanced mobility.
Above the image of the suit, a bold title was displayed:
"Black Star"
Next to the name, there was a black progress bar, a quarter of which was filled with green color. Beside the progress bar was a "+" symbol, indicating a potential for upgrades or enhancements.
The young man placed the five points he had earned into the progress bar. As soon as he finished, a message floated before him:
"You have unlocked a new part of the 'Black Star' suit: Chest Armor."
He extended his hand, swiping the screen as if folding a page, and it disappeared entirely.
With confident strides, the young man approached the gorilla, his glowing eyes—marked by the strange, ominous symbol—reflecting dominance and control. Placing his hand firmly on the gorilla's chest, lines of pulsating red energy began emanating from the point of contact. Unlike the previous glowing marks on the gorilla's body, these lines formed an intricate, living network, expanding and intertwining as though embedding something deep within the creature.
After a few tense moments, the young man withdrew his hand and stood silently, observing. Suddenly, the gorilla's eyes shot open, but they were no longer the same. The ordinary pupils were replaced by the same mysterious symbol that adorned the young man's own eyes: three concentric circles, each smaller than the last, surrounded by three parallel lines on each side of the outer circle, resembling angular, geometric wings. The eyes now radiated a chilling, enigmatic glow.
The gorilla, who once exuded raw power and defiance, slowly rose to its feet, its new eyes fixed on the young man with an expression of absolute submission. It was clear—its will had been utterly stripped away, leaving it bound to the mysterious force now controlling it.
Adam's doppelgänger fixed his sharp, glowing gaze on the gorilla, his enigmatic emblem-like eyes radiating an aura of dread. No words were exchanged, only a silence pierced by the intensity of his stare, as if it carried unspoken commands.
Suddenly, the gorilla began to move, clearing the scattered debris around it with deliberate precision. It now acted without will, entirely under the control of Adam's doppelgänger.
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In a dense forest, there was a massive six-story treehouse, perched above the ancient trees that shaded the area, providing a sense of calm amidst the chaos. The place was alive with activity, yet it radiated an eerie tranquility amidst the ongoing battle. On the lower floor, Adam and Bibo were fighting in front of the giant tree that served as their stronghold, while Kath sat relaxed on a hammock, observing Adam closely.
Adam was in his fiery transformation, his body ablaze with glowing flames radiating around him, reflecting his increasing power and explosive energy. His eyes burned like fire, as if a fiery spirit had taken residence within him. Meanwhile, Bibo, looking unconcerned, sat relaxed, watching his opponent with cold eyes. He showed no sign of worry about the fight.
Bibo spoke calmly, a mocking smile on his face: "It's fine, but you haven't forced me to show my true power yet." Adam, panting from exhaustion, focused his eyes on Bibo with determination: "Well, it's better than nothing."
Adam spent some time exploring the new transformation system he had gained. He learned that he could transform and return to his normal state whenever he wished.
After practicing with Bibo for a while, Adam felt it was time to move on to the next stage. He wanted to go to the "Lanius" Kingdom to search for the transformed humans. At first, he had some concerns; he felt out of place and was afraid of facing something strange and that he wouldn't be strong enough in this new world. But now, after gaining this new power and growing more confident with Kath and Bibo by his side, he had nothing to fear.
Adam closed his eyes for a moment, then spoke as he deactivated his fiery transformation: "Alright, I think it's time to go to the Lanius Kingdom."