Rose and I rushed towards the sacred ceremonial site. Even from afar I can see the Underwater Dragon King. He is huge! Perhaps at least double or triple in terms of length compared to his surface brethren. He lowered his head as though to see something. I hope they are trying to stall the ceremony until I reached.
Some time later as we have gotten much closer, I heard argument happening between the Underwater Dragon King and someone. Is John arguing with the Dragon King? I seriously hope that he is not that foolish. You really shouldn’t incur his wrath when his mood is already this sour.
Woah hey!! What is this? Some strong water currents are trying to prevent us from going closer! Damn it. I might be able to mitigate the damage with my dragonhide cloak but Rose won’t be able to get in without getting sliced. I told her to wait here while I try to find a way to disperse them from the inside. As I prepared myself to head-in, Rose tugged on my cloak. She looked at me with a worried face. I gave her a hearty smile and patted her head. I covered myself as much as I can with my cloak and dashed through the water currents.
Yeouch! It freaking hurts but all my body parts are intact, I hope. I gave a quick body checkup to make sure there was no serious injuries. Alright, seems like just some minor scratches at the most. I’ll deal with that later. This dragonhide cloak is starting to be worth the investment now.
Up ahead, I can see guild members battling the Underwater Dragon King. Are they even doing anything to him? It looks like he is having fun while happily gliding around. Woah! Someone punched the Underwater Dragon King on the face! Looks like a Blitz Knight too as I can see some electric effects after the punch.
Yikes! That person was bitch-slapped by the Underwater Dragon King and fell on some ruins up ahead. Perhaps I can save this person. Time to move.
Woah woah hey…. What are you trying to do there Mister Underwater Dragon King? Why does it look like you charging some kind of attack? Are you seriously trying to kill this fella with some kind of flashy attack? Isn’t that way too overkill?!
I seriously need to be faster now. C'mon, focus your mind, focus on what need to do. Breathe… breathe….
I ran as fast as my feet can bring me. I noticed when I ran at full speed, everything feels like it is moving in slow motion. Is this perhaps something similar to using Concentration? No time to think about that.
I reached the person who fell on the ruins. Yikes, half of the body is under the rubbles. I hope this person is still alive. What do I do, what to do? I just smashed the rubbles with my gauntlets and surprisingly it flew aside easily. Wow, I did not know these gauntlets improved my strength. Or maybe it is so durable that I can use it to punch things without hurting my fist.
Alright, rubbles are cleared. Time to rescue this person quickly.Oh shit! The Underwater Dragon King is using some sort of breath that looks like some high water pressure. And it is coming this way! Move damn body, move faster!!
BOOM!
Geez, that was close!! I managed to saved this person by the hair! Good thing this person was light enough for me pull one-handed. Ugh, can’t see anything with all this dirt particles. Have to get clear. I hope there isn’t another one of his breath attack waiting for me after I get come out from all these floating dirts.
Phew, made it! Alright, time to check out the situation properly. I can see the Elemental and Viking members fighting the Underwater Dragon King. Now where’s John? Hmm? Oh there he is! He is charging towards the Underwater Dragon King. What is going on? Is that.. smoke coming out of him? I hope he is ok and did not get shocked by one of the Elemental guild members.
Come to think of it, I have not updated my quest log in a long time. About time I updated it.
Side Quest: Help out my potential long lost cousi…
“Zen?”
Hm? Oh right. I forgot I was carrying a person. I did not even realised I was carrying this person princess style! I hope it’s not a guy. Please don't be a guy. Woah, it’s an elf lady. A very beautiful one at that and slender to boot. Wait, did she just called me by my name?
“Is that you?” she said.
Wait, who is this person? I feel like I know this person but something feels different. Can it be? I noticed her fringe had a hint of emerald colour on her silver hair tips.
“Lily?” I asked.
“Yes, it’s me. You saved me again,” she said while smiling.
“I… guessed I did. What happened to your glasses? You looked really different without it,” I said.
“Oh, that? I stopped wearing it a long time ago. The elves have found another way to wear them without needing to have the frames,” she said.
It took me a short while to snap out from the dream like effect and focused on what is happening around me. Damn, seems like John was right. Lily is certainly more beautiful than I can ever imagine. How many guy’s heart has she murdered with her beauty?
Lily stood up and checked whether she was injured anywhere. Seems like she was fine. The rubble did not crush her body but was more like preventing her from escaping. And this damn Underwater Dragon King was trying to kill her? That is not acceptable.
I gripped my hands together and told Lily to stand back. Lightning was sparkling between the gauntlets. I pulled them apart and the lightning was streaking in-between them. Ho ho.. I can get used to this.
Time to test out on what this gauntlets can do. You’re going to be my guinea pig, Mister Underwater Dragon King. I can hear Lily being shocked that I am able to use a Lightning spell. I will explain it to her later.
First up, let’s test out the first hidden spell. I lifted my right hand at shoulder length and focused. It was more like the gauntlets was guiding my hands. A streak of lightning came from above and struck onto my right hand. Geez, that was loud and not to mention intense! I can’t believe it can reach all the way down here underwater. So much power at the tip of my fingers. It felt like my hand was getting hugged by ten thousand lightning bugs. I glared at the Underwater Dragon King who was looking at me with full attention. Seems like my little lightning action gained his attention. Time to let you feel what real lightning is. This is for trying to kill Lily!
SMITE!
Hang on, I can’t say that. Different universe. Let’s see.. Ah ok, “Lightning Strike!”
I swung my right hand towards the Underwater Dragon King. Huge streaks of lightning flew from my right hand towards him. It was even larger than the lightning that fell on my hand earlier. The gauntlets must have amplified the lightning. This will certainly make a dent on him. As far as I know, this is possibly the only “magic” that I discovered throughout my journey. No other spells that I know in existence can be thrown like that.
The Lightning Strike hits the Underwater Dragon King head on almost instantly. I can see his body convulsing after being hit. He even made an “Ahhh” in a sexy low toned voice. Did that just tickled him or something? I can see dark smokes coming out of his body. That should have roasted him somewhat. The water currents that was imprisoning us is going away now. Good, Rose should be able to join us.
“Who is this? I must see this worthy contender,” said the Underwater Dragon King while it swam towards me.
“Well well.. what do we have here? Someone worthy enough to carry two mythical beings? But.. you don’t look like you’re part of the Elemental guild. Let’s see.. a member of the Dark guild, but capable of using Lightning spell? Now that is unheard of. You intrigued me, young one,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“You tried to kill my friend. That was payback for earlier. If you’re willing to let us go, then we won’t have a reason to fight,” I said to the Underwater Dragon King.
“Nay, I need to make sure that this Viking Lord candidate is capable of rallying humanity for the incoming war. The whole world’s fate depends on his capabilities,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“What war are you referring to? There is nothing capable of inciting a full scale war on the world. The Demon King is dead and so are his army,” I said to him.
“Naive! There is going to be an all out war in the near future. Sadly, it is muddled in my vision but I know for sure that it involves humanity at the forefront. I will keep my promise to the first Viking Lord that I will help out humanity in any way possible. Making sure this new Viking Lord is ready to lead is my way of keeping that promise,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“That is very noble of you Mister Underwater Dragon King lord sir. But how does killing us accomplish anything? Isn't it better that you let us go so we can start preparing for war,” I said.
“In every war there is always sacrifice. I was showing the Viking Lord candidate that he needs to learn leadership or more of his subordinates will die,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“If you wish to fight then I’ll be your opponent. Let me show you what the Viking Lord’s subordinate is capable of, in the face of the Underwater Dragon King,” I said to him.
“Ho ho, you really intrigued me, young one. I commend your courage to face me head-on. Very well, show me what you got,” he said while making a smirk.
I tossed a potion of mermaid’s breath to Lily. I drank one while still wearing the bubble helmet. Good thing the helmet does not pop when you put your hands through it. Now, the moment of truth. I removed the helmet and breathe through my mouth. Good, air is flowing in instead of water. I can officially confirm that my potion works. From what I timed previously, it should last for at least half an hour. I will need to drink another one mid-way if the battle last longer than that.
Both Lily and the Underwater Dragon King was surprised that I removed my helmet and was breathing underwater. It was probably unheard of, huh? I still got more surprises up my sleeves.
“You certainly are something, young one. Not even the elves were capable of breathing underwater and yet, here you are removing your helmet. I wonder what other surprises you will show me. Come, show me your capabilities, young one!” said the Underwater Dragon King.
Rose stood at my side. Seems like she drank the potion as well. I nodded to her and she understood what I asked of her. She proceeded to head towards the group of guild members tp pass them the potion so that they can fight to their full potential.
I rushed towards the Underwater Dragon King and leaped. He was ready for me and roared with might. The whole surroundings shook from his roar. I was almost deafen by it but quickly swerved towards the ground. Mid-way going downwards, I swung Inazuma on the Underwater Dragon King’s body.
Ping!
Holy! His scales are tough. It is like hitting diamonds. I doubt using Shadow Strike would even change a thing. Time for plan B then. Sorry Inazuma but, I wish to try the capabilities of Tengu-kaze. I sheathed Inazuma back into its scabbard. I can feel it rattling on my hips. Kirin must be furious right now but I ignored him. Let’s see what Tengu-kaze can do.
I leaped a few metres back from the Underwater Dragon King. The potion is really doing it’s job. I don’t feel like I am underwater at all. Just that I can jump higher if I put more strength into it. Uh oh, the Underwater Dragon King is charging up his breath again. I need to dodge it!
“Just swing Tengu-kaze and all will be fine” said Byakko through my mind. I hope I can trust him.
The Underwater Dragon King blew his breath towards me at high speed. Nothing to do now but swing it till I wing it, I suppose. I swung Tengu-kaze downwards with all my might. A strong wind pressure sliced the high speed water pressure apart. I was stumped. Is Tengu-kaze actually stronger than Inazuma? I can feel it rattling in my hips even more now. What a fickle.
I ran towards the Underwater Dragon King once more. Let’s see how Tengu-kaze fares against the scales of the Underwater Dragon King. I saw Lily leaped from the cliff I was standing on earlier and punched the Underwater Dragon King’s face again. Her gauntlets must be amplifying her strength. Who knew that Lily would end up as a brawler. And it looks like she had taken the potion that I given her, seeing as she had removed her bubble helmet. She quickly steered clear after punching to avoid getting hit again. Now’s my chance, I swung Tengu-kaze against the scales of the Underwater Dragon King. Loud screeching sound was heard when I made contact with it. But even with the wind pressure and the blade, I couldn’t make a dent even at point blank.
I leaped back quickly as his tail swung towards me to hit me. I dodged and quickly took cover. What are my options now? I cannot be spamming Lightning Strike alone. It only have five charges and I am down to four. I would like to avoid using all the charges in this battle when I do not know how to restore it.
I heard footsteps and people shouting nearby. I guess Rose has finished giving all the other members the potion. They should be able to fight more effectively now. While they occupy the Underwater Dragon King’s attention, I should consider my other option and ready myself.
Rose came and stood at my side. She was panting a little. I supposed she ran around passing all the potions that I have given to her. Truth be told, I am not sure if there is anyone here that is capable of damaging the Underwater Dragon King. Rose most probably couldn’t do any damage with her rapier. Lily’s punch might have some small effect but the Underwater Dragon King was still unfazed after the many punches she delivered to him. I guess I should not hold back then.
“Rose, cover me,” I said to her.
She nodded and took point. I prepared my gauntlets by gripping it together once more. Time to unleash the second hidden spell.
Rose and I rushed towards the sacred ceremonial site. Even from afar I can see the Underwater Dragon King. He is huge! Perhaps at least double or triple in terms of length compared to his surface brethren. He lowered his head as though to see something. I hope they are trying to stall the ceremony until I reached.
Some time later as we have gotten much closer, I heard argument happening between the Underwater Dragon King and someone. Is John arguing with the Dragon King? I seriously hope that he is not that foolish. You really shouldn’t incur his wrath when his mood is already this sour.
Woah hey!! What is this? Some strong water currents are trying to prevent us from going closer! Damn it. I might be able to mitigate the damage with my dragonhide cloak but Rose won’t be able to get in without getting sliced. I told her to wait here while I try to find a way to disperse them from the inside. As I prepared myself to head-in, Rose tugged on my cloak. She looked at me with a worried face. I gave her a hearty smile and patted her head. I covered myself as much as I can with my cloak and dashed through the water currents.
Yeouch! It freaking hurts but all my body parts are intact, I hope. I gave a quick body checkup to make sure there was no serious injuries. Alright, seems like just some minor scratches at the most. I’ll deal with that later. This dragonhide cloak is starting to be worth the investment now.
Up ahead, I can see guild members battling the Underwater Dragon King. Are they even doing anything to him? It looks like he is having fun while happily gliding around. Woah! Someone punched the Underwater Dragon King on the face! Looks like a Blitz Knight too as I can see some electric effects after the punch.
Yikes! That person was bitch-slapped by the Underwater Dragon King and fell on some ruins up ahead. Perhaps I can save this person. Time to move.
Woah woah hey…. What are you trying to do there Mister Underwater Dragon King? Why does it look like you charging some kind of attack? Are you seriously trying to kill this fella with some kind of flashy attack? Isn’t that way too overkill?!
I seriously need to be faster now. C'mon, focus your mind, focus on what need to do. Breathe… breathe….
I ran as fast as my feet can bring me. I noticed when I ran at full speed, everything feels like it is moving in slow motion. Is this perhaps something similar to using Concentration? No time to think about that.
I reached the person who fell on the ruins. Yikes, half of the body is under the rubbles. I hope this person is still alive. What do I do, what to do? I just smashed the rubbles with my gauntlets and surprisingly it flew aside easily. Wow, I did not know these gauntlets improved my strength. Or maybe it is so durable that I can use it to punch things without hurting my fist.
Alright, rubbles are cleared. Time to rescue this person quickly.Oh shit! The Underwater Dragon King is using some sort of breath that looks like some high water pressure. And it is coming this way! Move damn body, move faster!!
BOOM!
Geez, that was close!! I managed to saved this person by the hair! Good thing this person was light enough for me pull one-handed. Ugh, can’t see anything with all this dirt particles. Have to get clear. I hope there isn’t another one of his breath attack waiting for me after I get come out from all these floating dirts.
Phew, made it! Alright, time to check out the situation properly. I can see the Elemental and Viking members fighting the Underwater Dragon King. Now where’s John? Hmm? Oh there he is! He is charging towards the Underwater Dragon King. What is going on? Is that.. smoke coming out of him? I hope he is ok and did not get shocked by one of the Elemental guild members.
Come to think of it, I have not updated my quest log in a long time. About time I updated it.
Side Quest: Help out my potential long lost cousi…
“Zen?”
Hm? Oh right. I forgot I was carrying a person. I did not even realised I was carrying this person princess style! I hope it’s not a guy. Please don't be a guy. Woah, it’s an elf lady. A very beautiful one at that and slender to boot. Wait, did she just called me by my name?
“Is that you?” she said.
Wait, who is this person? I feel like I know this person but something feels different. Can it be? I noticed her fringe had a hint of emerald colour on her silver hair tips.
“Lily?” I asked.
“Yes, it’s me. You saved me again,” she said while smiling.
“I… guessed I did. What happened to your glasses? You looked really different without it,” I said.
“Oh, that? I stopped wearing it a long time ago. The elves have found another way to wear them without needing to have the frames,” she said.
It took me a short while to snap out from the dream like effect and focused on what is happening around me. Damn, seems like John was right. Lily is certainly more beautiful than I can ever imagine. How many guy’s heart has she murdered with her beauty?
Lily stood up and checked whether she was injured anywhere. Seems like she was fine. The rubble did not crush her body but was more like preventing her from escaping. And this damn Underwater Dragon King was trying to kill her? That is not acceptable.
I gripped my hands together and told Lily to stand back. Lightning was sparkling between the gauntlets. I pulled them apart and the lightning was streaking in-between them. Ho ho.. I can get used to this.
Time to test out on what this gauntlets can do. You’re going to be my guinea pig, Mister Underwater Dragon King. I can hear Lily being shocked that I am able to use a Lightning spell. I will explain it to her later.
First up, let’s test out the first hidden spell. I lifted my right hand at shoulder length and focused. It was more like the gauntlets was guiding my hands. A streak of lightning came from above and struck onto my right hand. Geez, that was loud and not to mention intense! I can’t believe it can reach all the way down here underwater. So much power at the tip of my fingers. It felt like my hand was getting hugged by ten thousand lightning bugs. I glared at the Underwater Dragon King who was looking at me with full attention. Seems like my little lightning action gained his attention. Time to let you feel what real lightning is. This is for trying to kill Lily!
SMITE!
Hang on, I can’t say that. Different universe. Let’s see.. Ah ok, “Lightning Strike!”
I swung my right hand towards the Underwater Dragon King. Huge streaks of lightning flew from my right hand towards him. It was even larger than the lightning that fell on my hand earlier. The gauntlets must have amplified the lightning. This will certainly make a dent on him. As far as I know, this is possibly the only “magic” that I discovered throughout my journey. No other spells that I know in existence can be thrown like that.
The Lightning Strike hits the Underwater Dragon King head on almost instantly. I can see his body convulsing after being hit. He even made an “Ahhh” in a sexy low toned voice. Did that just tickled him or something? I can see dark smokes coming out of his body. That should have roasted him somewhat. The water currents that was imprisoning us is going away now. Good, Rose should be able to join us.
“Who is this? I must see this worthy contender,” said the Underwater Dragon King while it swam towards me.
“Well well.. what do we have here? Someone worthy enough to carry two mythical beings? But.. you don’t look like you’re part of the Elemental guild. Let’s see.. a member of the Dark guild, but capable of using Lightning spell? Now that is unheard of. You intrigued me, young one,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“You tried to kill my friend. That was payback for earlier. If you’re willing to let us go, then we won’t have a reason to fight,” I said to the Underwater Dragon King.
“Nay, I need to make sure that this Viking Lord candidate is capable of rallying humanity for the incoming war. The whole world’s fate depends on his capabilities,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“What war are you referring to? There is nothing capable of inciting a full scale war on the world. The Demon King is dead and so are his army,” I said to him.
“Naive! There is going to be an all out war in the near future. Sadly, it is muddled in my vision but I know for sure that it involves humanity at the forefront. I will keep my promise to the first Viking Lord that I will help out humanity in any way possible. Making sure this new Viking Lord is ready to lead is my way of keeping that promise,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“That is very noble of you Mister Underwater Dragon King lord sir. But how does killing us accomplish anything? Isn't it better that you let us go so we can start preparing for war,” I said.
“In every war there is always sacrifice. I was showing the Viking Lord candidate that he needs to learn leadership or more of his subordinates will die,” said the Underwater Dragon King.
“If you wish to fight then I’ll be your opponent. Let me show you what the Viking Lord’s subordinate is capable of, in the face of the Underwater Dragon King,” I said to him.
“Ho ho, you really intrigued me, young one. I commend your courage to face me head-on. Very well, show me what you got,” he said while making a smirk.
I tossed a potion of mermaid’s breath to Lily. I drank one while still wearing the bubble helmet. Good thing the helmet does not pop when you put your hands through it. Now, the moment of truth. I removed the helmet and breathe through my mouth. Good, air is flowing in instead of water. I can officially confirm that my potion works. From what I timed previously, it should last for at least half an hour. I will need to drink another one mid-way if the battle last longer than that.
Both Lily and the Underwater Dragon King was surprised that I removed my helmet and was breathing underwater. It was probably unheard of, huh? I still got more surprises up my sleeves.
“You certainly are something, young one. Not even the elves were capable of breathing underwater and yet, here you are removing your helmet. I wonder what other surprises you will show me. Come, show me your capabilities, young one!” said the Underwater Dragon King.
Rose stood at my side. Seems like she drank the potion as well. I nodded to her and she understood what I asked of her. She proceeded to head towards the group of guild members tp pass them the potion so that they can fight to their full potential.
I rushed towards the Underwater Dragon King and leaped. He was ready for me and roared with might. The whole surroundings shook from his roar. I was almost deafen by it but quickly swerved towards the ground. Mid-way going downwards, I swung Inazuma on the Underwater Dragon King’s body.
Ping!
Holy! His scales are tough. It is like hitting diamonds. I doubt using Shadow Strike would even change a thing. Time for plan B then. Sorry Inazuma but, I wish to try the capabilities of Tengu-kaze. I sheathed Inazuma back into its scabbard. I can feel it rattling on my hips. Kirin must be furious right now but I ignored him. Let’s see what Tengu-kaze can do.
I leaped a few metres back from the Underwater Dragon King. The potion is really doing it’s job. I don’t feel like I am underwater at all. Just that I can jump higher if I put more strength into it. Uh oh, the Underwater Dragon King is charging up his breath again. I need to dodge it!
“Just swing Tengu-kaze and all will be fine” said Byakko through my mind. I hope I can trust him.
The Underwater Dragon King blew his breath towards me at high speed. Nothing to do now but swing it till I wing it, I suppose. I swung Tengu-kaze downwards with all my might. A strong wind pressure sliced the high speed water pressure apart. I was stumped. Is Tengu-kaze actually stronger than Inazuma? I can feel it rattling in my hips even more now. What a fickle.
I ran towards the Underwater Dragon King once more. Let’s see how Tengu-kaze fares against the scales of the Underwater Dragon King. I saw Lily leaped from the cliff I was standing on earlier and punched the Underwater Dragon King’s face again. Her gauntlets must be amplifying her strength. Who knew that Lily would end up as a brawler. And it looks like she had taken the potion that I given her, seeing as she had removed her bubble helmet. She quickly steered clear after punching to avoid getting hit again. Now’s my chance, I swung Tengu-kaze against the scales of the Underwater Dragon King. Loud screeching sound was heard when I made contact with it. But even with the wind pressure and the blade, I couldn’t make a dent even at point blank.
I leaped back quickly as his tail swung towards me to hit me. I dodged and quickly took cover. What are my options now? I cannot be spamming Lightning Strike alone. It only have five charges and I am down to four. I would like to avoid using all the charges in this battle when I do not know how to restore it.
I heard footsteps and people shouting nearby. I guess Rose has finished giving all the other members the potion. They should be able to fight more effectively now. While they occupy the Underwater Dragon King’s attention, I should consider my other option and ready myself.
Rose came and stood at my side. She was panting a little. I supposed she ran around passing all the potions that I have given to her. Truth be told, I am not sure if there is anyone here that is capable of damaging the Underwater Dragon King. Rose most probably couldn’t do any damage with her rapier. Lily’s punch might have some small effect but the Underwater Dragon King was still unfazed after the many punches she delivered to him. I guess I should not hold back then.
“Rose, cover me,” I said to her.
She nodded and took point. I prepared my gauntlets by gripping it together once more. Time to unleash the second hidden spell.
