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Chapter 14 - Chapter 14: Chaos Unleashed

Denki launched himself forward, propelled by the sheer force of his quirk, electricity crackling wildly around him. He felt untamed power pulsating within him, every nerve ending alight with thrilling anticipation. Sparks danced in chaotic arcs around his body as he soared over rooftops, an ethereal blur of golden energy against the muted gray of the cityscape. The air was thick with the sharp scent of ozone and burnt metal, the perfect backdrop to his destruction.

Robots exploded like fireworks beneath him, their synthetic bodies nothing more than obstacles in his path. He relished the sound of their circuits frying, the way they shuddered and fell to the ground before they even fully registered his presence. Each leap sent shockwaves through the steel structures below, the sheer voltage cascading from his form overloading their systems until they seized up and collapsed in disarray.

"Tch, too easy," Denki scoffed, a confident smirk forming on his lips, adrenaline suffusing his body.

He didn't stop moving. Another leap propelled him further into the air. Another flash burst forth, painting the sky with the remnants of chaos. Another detonation echoed through the alleyways, the sound reverberating like a symphony of destruction.

Suddenly, a particularly large robot lunged at him from behind, its metallic arm swinging with the force of a wrecking ball—a desperate attempt to thwart the boy's momentum. Denki felt the shift in the air, his instincts honed from constant training kicking in. He twisted midair, executing a fluid backflip that allowed him to evade the attack. The world turned upside down for a brief moment, and with both arms extended, he released a concentrated bolt of lightning that shot directly into the bot's chest.

The impact sent the robot jerking violently before it erupted spectacularly, a shower of molten shrapnel raining down below, glistening like dark gems against the sun.

Denki landed gracefully, skidding across the roof's surface, a grin plastered across his face. His body hummed with energy, vibrating with the remnants of the storm he unleashed. Below him, civilians sprinted through the chaos, panic etching lines of fear across their faces.

His sharp gaze cut through the melee, zeroing in on a line of combat-ready robots blocking the panicked crowd's path. A smirk crept onto his lips as he assessed the mechanized blockade.

With a singular thought, lightning surged through him, surrounding his form in an almost godlike aura. The air around him crackled, and in a blinding flash, he disappeared.

In the next instant, he materialized right in the thick of them, electric energy short-circuiting their systems before they could even comprehend the attack. Metal twisted and sparked as he moved with elegance and speed, dismantling everything in his wake. By the time the light cleared, the battlefield lay strewn with lifeless mechanical corpses, victims of his electrifying wrath.

Denki landed lightly, surveying his handiwork with a satisfied gleam in his eyes. The robots didn't move, and in that moment, he stuffed his hands into his pockets, a lazy grin spreading across his face.

"Dead hoes," he declared nonchalantly, the light-hearted bravado masking the adrenaline still surging through his veins.

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Yuuga's Distaste for Filth

"Ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ew ewwwwww!" Yuuga's voice echoed across the wreckage, high-pitched and riddled with disgust. He stood amidst a sea of destruction, his nose wrinkled as he gazed down at the dark, gooey liquid oozing from the robotics husks scattered around him.

"What kind of sick, twisted individual designs robots that bleed?!" he exclaimed, an exaggerated flair accompanying his horror. A nearby bot twitched, its servos shrieking as it attempted to stand, only to fall pitifully back to the ground.

Yuuga's lip curled in revulsion. "Disgusting."

With a dramatic flick of his wrist, a blinding beam of pure energy erupted from his palm, illuminating the battlefield with a searing light. The beam incinerated the entire pile of robotic corpses, turning them to ashes in a heartbeat.

The battlefield fell silent, the acrid scent of burnt electronics hanging heavy in the air. He sighed, dusting off his shoulders with the delicate manner of someone handling fine china, before stepping gingerly over the remains. "Filthy," he muttered, shaking off the remnants of the drone's ruined frameworks as if they were a mere inconvenience.

Then, his sharp senses picked up movement stirring close by. More robots—big ones. Yuuga's face hardened, scanning the horizon like a hawk spotting its prey.

He cracked his back, then his neck, followed by a slow, methodical cracking of each knuckle. The dramatic flair was necessary; it set the tone for the impending chaos.

The machines rushed towards him, their glowing red optics scanning him as a major threat. He could feel the weight of their malice, yet it only fueled his resolve.

Yuuga levitated, golden energy trailing from his feet, lifting himself gracefully into the air. The aura around him expanded, illuminating his features and casting an ethereal glow over his focused expression.

His hands extended outward, perfectly poised. With one flick, he transformed his thoughts into action. One slash of energy followed; destruction became an art form.

The robots didn't just fall; they were dismantled on a molecular level. The remains scattered like dust in the wind, proclaiming his mastery over their metallic forms.

Then, suddenly—

A sharp whistle sliced through the air, the sound fast and ominous. Before Yuuga could articulate the danger, a bladed projectile zipped past his cheek, leaving a thin, crimson cut.

He stilled, the sensation grounding him. The adrenaline surged within him, igniting a fierce fire in his heart. His eyes darkened, glistening with a steely resolve.

His very presence radiated golden fury, taking form in the arc of electric energy that curled in curling tendrils around him. His voice dropped to a whisper, laced with an ominous calm.

"They. Are. Dead."

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Shoto's Absolute Control

Meanwhile, the battlefield had transformed into a wasteland of metal, charred remnants of destroyed robots littering the streets like fallen soldiers. Shoto stood amidst the wreckage, his breath even and measured, an unshakeable sense of calm enveloping him despite the chaos around him.

Before him, a line of severely deformed robots twitched, their remaining parts still operational despite being brutally mutilated. The whirring clattered together like a mournful, metallic dirge.

Shoto sighed, shaking his head slightly as if to rid himself of any lingering sympathy. Without even lifting a finger, ice erupted beneath their feet, jagged spikes piercing upward as though the ground itself sought revenge. The shards impaled the robots where they stood, their limbs freezing mid-motion while their servos clicked helplessly in a desperate attempt to function.

Then, with a simple exhale, Shoto unleashed a wave of fire, the flames engulfing the ice and melting the remaining remnants into liquid steel. The smell of scorched metal mixed with the coldness of the air hung palpably around him, creating a momentary fusion of destruction and mastery.

Silence lingered for a heartbeat, a heavy pause laden with the haunting aftermath of his actions.

Shoto stepped forward, walking unbothered over the smoldering remains, each foot fall resonating with finality. A small smile ghosted across his lips as he surveyed the battlefield, satisfaction radiating from him like the heat he commanded.

"Felt good," he remarked to himself, the words barely escaping his lips before he turned to embrace the continuing chaos.

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Fumikage's Shadow Unleashed

Fumikage was furious.

Not only was this entire test turning into an irritant, but the constant screaming, shaking, and crashing had taken residence in his mind like unwelcome guests. The chaos of battle pulled him from his abrasive thoughts, and he felt the roar of approaching metal drawing closer.

He didn't bother looking up. Instead, his shadow stretched across the ground, coiling around him protectively as if sensing the surging hostility. A monstrous dark energy emanated from within it, simmering with an ominous power.

His glowing, fiery eyes snapped open as he finally looked up, surveying the swarm of robots that surrounded him. Instead of fear, a wicked smile crept across his face.

"This is going to be fun," he murmured sweetly, the anticipation washing over him.

With a fluid movement, Fumikage stepped forward, his shadow soaring into a violent tendril that darted out and enveloped the nearest robot. Fuelling his spell with his own emotions, he felt the energy rapidly siphon into the creature.

As relief turned to devastation, the machine faltered, then collapsed, its circuitry fried before it could even process the attack. Encouraged, he let his shadow weave through the air, shadowy tendrils capturing robot after robot, their screams echoing eerie cries in the air.

"Darkness answers only to me," he proclaimed as he manipulated the tangible darkness like a master puppeteer.

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Nezu's Game

Back in the surveillance room, Shouta kept a keen eye on the monitors displaying his children's annihilation of the battlefield. Despite the pride swelling within him, he exhaled heavily, rubbing his eyes as if to wipe away the chaos.

"What is up with my kids?" he muttered, shaking his head in disbelief at the spectacle unfolding before him.

Nezu, sipping his tea while cultivating a mischievous aura, chuckled. "You have some incredibly powerful children, Shouta," he commented, observing the fray with an almost gleeful intrigue.

Shouta shot him an unimpressed look, punctuated by an annoyed glare. "You haven't seen power yet," he replied quietly, a warning woven into his clipped tones.

Nezu smirked at the challenge, seemingly unfazed by Shouta's sarcasm. He leaned forward, excitement dancing in his eyes like lightning.

Then, dramatically, he pressed the big red button.

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The Zero Pointer Awakens

A thunderous quake shattered the battlefield as if the ground itself held its breath. Buildings collapsed, dust and debris surged into the air, and a monstrous, looming figure emerged from the wreckage that had been its prison.

The Zero Pointer.

Towering stories high, a malevolent force, it glowed ominously, scanning the battlefield with its massive red optics, locking onto its new targets with a terrifying precision.

The triplets stilled, their bodies tensing instinctively. A beat passed, suspense palpable in the air thick with anticipation.

Then—

"I gotta be shitting me," Denki muttered, incredulity lacing his words. The light around him flickered erratically, mirroring the chaotic thoughts racing through his mind.

The energy in the atmosphere shifted—thickening with the weight of a challenge. Denki's lightning intensified, golden streaks arcing wildly from his body, raw and primal energy racing for release. He rolled his shoulders back, feeling the magnetic pull of the storm brewing within him, his aura glowing an electric yellow, vibrant yet deathly. The air crackled, hair standing on end, as if every atom around him was charged with his fury.

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Yuuga hovered above, his form aglow like a divine force of destruction. The golden light blended with the darkening sky around them, creating a striking juxtaposition of radiance and impending doom. He gazed coolly at the Zero Pointer—a grotesque amalgamation of steel and malice towering above them. A flicker of disgust played across his features as he scrutinized the mechanical monstrosity, each detail provoking his ire.

With an elegant lift of his hand, he began to sway it dramatically, conjuring gold specks that sparkled like stars around him. A smile danced on his lips, but his eyes shone with death, revealing the depths of his intent. As the energy swirled, he relished the moment, feeling the weight of his power ready to be unleashed.

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Shoto rolled his shoulders back, ice and fire spiraling at his fingertips, a tempest waiting to erupt from his disciplined form. His pulse quickened, irritation bubbling beneath his cool exterior. He couldn't believe he was forced to rally after all this—a mood disrupted by the chaos of battle.

The cacophony of screams, heavy breaths, and grunts gnawed at his patience. And now, two Zero Pointers were charging toward him, threatening to extinguish the ambivalence he tried to maintain. Clenching his jaw, he encased himself in a shell of stone-cold ice, the chill wrapping around him like a shroud. As flames flickered to life from his other hand, he stared unwaveringly at the monstrosities, head tilted slightly to one side, exuding silent threat.

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Minoru stood before the Zero Pointer with an expression that danced between wonder and trepidation. With wide, innocent eyes, he slowly turned his gaze upward, where the tormenting giant loomed. The colors drained from his irises, shifting to a dull, muted hue, reflecting the gravity of the moment.

As an unusual mixture of blue and pearl chaos magic swirled around him, delicate black lines traced through the shimmering forms, pulsing with latent energy. He sighed, the weight of his power both a burden and a release. With a subtle crack of his fingers, Minoru snapped sharply, the sound slicing through the stomping of the Zero Pointer's approaching feet. Instantly, the chaotic energy responded, coalescing into a wave of shimmering light that arched towards the towering threat.

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Izuku watched the Zero Pointer's advance with fierce determination. His firey red ponytail seemed to defy gravity, flowing like liquid flame against the backdrop of chaos. Red chaos magic enveloped him, swirling around his figure as if seeking to consume him. All that was visible now were glimpses of black within his pupils, an abyss that mirrored his steely resolve.

Leaning forward slightly, electric focus ignited within him. He flicked his wrist, directing the vibrant red chaos magic to gather in his palm—the energy crackling with anticipation. In an explosive release, he sent it soaring toward the Zero Pointer, igniting the battle ahead.

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Katsuki took his battle stance, eyes gleaming with undeniable hunger and excitement. His gaze narrowed, the intensity of his spirit igniting as the adrenaline coursed through him. As his eyes slowly turned to a brilliant white, veins popped out prominently beneath, illuminating his fierce expression.

With a steely resolve, he began to sway back and forth, each movement exuding an elegant precision that belied the chaos he would unleash. And just like that, he charged forward with an explosive speed that seemed almost supernatural, closing the distance between him and the Zero Pointer in the blink of an eye.

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Fumikage stood amidst the chaos, his dark shadow twisting into something monstrous, looming over him like a protective guardian. A pair of dull ruby eyes gleamed from within the inky mass, baring teeth in anticipation of the impending clash. Fumikage felt the cold tendrils of shadows twisting and swirling around him, a cloak of darkness awaiting his command.

"How many times do I need to say it? Darkness is always with me," he declared, his voice a calm tread against the torrent of noise surrounding them. The shadows grew larger, intertwining and coiling around him, fortifying his presence as the Zero Pointer closed in, the distance between them narrowing with every second.

With a burst of raw power, he prepared to unleash everything he had against the fearsome challenger, the battlefield alive with energy, ready to witness the clash of titans.