[ The Pope had already scattered talismans left by Athena 200 years ago across the square, creating a protective barrier, but he never expected Hades to storm in so boldly!
Pope Sage had no intention of wasting this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He stepped forward, intending to seal Hades, the King of the Underworld.
Alone also realized that the opponent was a survivor of the previous Holy War, so he slapped him backhanded, sending him flying into the wall behind him, leaving a deep pit.
Although the power of the King of the Underworld was weakened, it was still not to be underestimated! The Pope, feeling horrified, cried out Athena's name.
Then, their Cosmos burst forth simultaneously, enveloping the entire Sanctuary Plaza. The next second! Like a phantom shift, everyone instantly teleported to a magic tower. ]
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〜Projection of All Worlds〜
"Having lived for over two hundred years since the last Holy War, the Pope must be quite an antique by now."
"And it seems the Pope and Athena were well-prepared, even teleporting the entire plaza along with them."
The King of the Underworld truly lived up to his name; even with his power significantly weakened, he was still incomparable to them, effortlessly sending them flying with a mere gesture.
Ever since learning that the Pope was over two hundred years old, the viewers from other worlds looked at him like a living fossil, their eyes gleaming!
They never expected someone over two hundred years old to still be so robust; truly, an old dog for a hard road!
〜Type-Moon World, ██████ Worldline, Chaldea〜
"Just how intense was the last Holy War, to leave behind so many talismans?"
Dr. Roman couldn't help but gasp, looking at the talismans spread across the square.
He considered two possibilities: either there was no chance to use them, or using them would have been futile, which is why so many were preserved.
And to create so many talismans, how much blood did the previous Athena shed for the current Pope to be able to squander them so freely…
One must know that the previous Holy War did not have the great weapon of the Buddhist beads created by Asmita. Facing the immortal army of the Underworld, the only way was to fight within Athena's barrier.
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〜Delicious in Dungeon World〜
"Are these talismans really okay? After all, they're over two hundred years old; their effectiveness must be somewhat reduced."
As a top student in the magic world, Marcille's concerns were not unfounded.
These talismans were like pre-engraved magic circles; over time, some wear and tear was inevitable.
"Maybe they're trying to clear out some inventory?! After all, they're all bottom-of-the-barrel goods, no harm in using them…"
Senshi had a frugal mindset, similar to food: if there were leftovers from lunch, it would be a shame to throw them away.
"Hmm! That makes sense."
Senshi's words received unanimous approval from everyone present; though crude, the reasoning was sound.
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[ The screen continued to play. The place they moved to was none other than where the Saints sealed the 108 Specters over two hundred years ago!
"If we can seal the King of the Underworld's soul here, this Holy War can end early!"
Just then, they saw the clouds in the sky twist, and a bolt of lightning suddenly struck down. Three headless horses pulling a chariot appeared here.
Pandora, with her full elder sister aura, also emerged from the chariot, ready to draw swords with Sasha and the others!
Alone walked towards the chariot with a gloomy face,
"I'm no longer interested in the Sanctuary, or this place."
Seeing Alone about to return to the Underworld, Tenma naturally couldn't agree. He charged forward, intent on stopping the other party.
But now, the power gap between the two was too great. Alone merely sneered, and Tenma was sent flying backward.
"Neither your voice nor your fists can reach me anymore, Tenma!"
Looking at the fallen Tenma, Alone seemed to regain interest. With a flick of his sleeve, wind and clouds surged, seemingly answering the call of the King of the Underworld.
The clouds actually transformed into a giant painting!
"O Athena, O Pope, O Gold Saints… Tell everyone in the Sanctuary that Hades, the King of the Underworld, is sending a painting to the world."
"It is calledLost Canvas. When this painting is complete, everything in the world will disappear. This painting will cover the entire sky, and human souls will be sealed within it." ]
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〜Projection of All Worlds〜
"Lost Canvas… a massive painting capable of encompassing all of humanity, a gift from Hades, the King of the Underworld, to the world!"
Outside the video, some were stunned, some were terrified, and some lay flat with an indifferent attitude. Yet, despite such absurd words, not a single person thought Alone was exaggerating.
They didn't want this gift, did they? It was simply too precious. They might live to see it but not to receive it. Hades completing the painting meant the end of the world.
"So I said, never underestimate any art student, especially a failed one."
Indeed, artists are all crazy. Now, everyone was confused as to whether the current youth was Alone or Hades controlling the body…
This painting and his attitude towards Tenma and the others clearly belonged to Alone, but was this inhumane concept really from that kind-hearted youth?
〜Record of Ragnarok World〜
"Gulp…"
Brunhilde nervously swallowed, suddenly feeling that the gods in her world were quite easy to talk to, unlike the King of the Underworld on the screen, who would destroy the world at will.
At least there was room for negotiation, rather than flipping the table at the slightest disagreement. Most importantly, they didn't have the immense power of Hades from the video…
"Using the sky as a canvas, what a grand gesture!"
Zeus's eyes widened. This method truly exceeded their imagination.
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〜Saint Seiya Toeiverse, Anime timeline〜
"Lost Canvas…"
Seiya and the others all changed their expressions, looking distractedly at the massive painting covering the sky.
They now desperately wanted to know what price the previous generation of Saints paid to win the Holy War!
That painting Hades was giving to humanity was a death countdown hanging over people's heads; once completed, no one would be spared.
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〜Fairy Tail World〜
"…"
As a user of Painting Magic, Reedus looked at his canvas, then at their painting.
His scope was ultimately too small. Their scope was so grand that they used the sea of clouds as their canvas, creating a masterpiece with a mere wave of their hand!
"Reedus, please retract that envious gaze of yours."
Mirajane said with a smiling face, but it sent shivers down Reedus's spine.
He quickly corrected his gaze, looking disdainful of associating with them.
Honestly… if he didn't consider the consequences of the painting's completion, he actually thought it was quite beautiful.
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[ Until Alone rode away in the chariot, Tenma tried several times but failed to stop him. The closest he got was jumping onto the chariot, but Pandora directly electrocuted him.
Upon returning to Hades Castle, Pandora was also punished by the Twin Gods. They were very displeased with the King of the Underworld's actions!
Thanatos and Hypnos even prepared a studio for Alone to complete Lost Canvas.
During this time, Pandora needed to sever anything that might shake Lord Hades's resolve.
So Pandora sent an assassin to the Sanctuary to assassinate Tenma!
On the outskirts of the Underworld, Tenma, who was training with Aldebaran, suddenly fell asleep. Aldebaran also felt a powerful drowsiness.
Soon, Taurus and Tenma were hypnotized and fell asleep by the sound of bats, becoming lambs to the slaughter.
Just as the Specter was about to take Tenma's head, in a critical moment, the prepared Aldebaran actually pierced his own eardrums beforehand!
Blood flowed down from his ears. The next second, Great Horn was directly activated, and the terrifying energy ripped open the ground. The Specter, hit head-on, directly fell to the ground.
But at this moment, a bat hidden in the darkness suddenly attacked, using Taurus's blind spot from his lost right eye to hide itself. Its sinister claws directly pierced Aldebaran's body!
Blood gushed out continuously. The Specter, who had been knocked down earlier, began to launch a fierce attack on Aldebaran.
The wounds from his previous fight with Kagaho also split open. Vicious fists landed on Aldebaran's face repeatedly, leaving afterimages!
But Aldebaran still stood tall. Then, another palm strike pierced Aldebaran's body, this time making him let out a painful scream!
But Aldebaran also took this opportunity to grab the opponent's neck.
"Nothing special about your fist, just like you. I won't let you kill Pegasus!"
With Aldebaran's roar, he slammed him violently onto the ground. In an instant, flames shot out, the earth cracked, and the Specter's head was pressed directly into the ground, losing consciousness!
And Aldebaran's gaze directly scared the Specter beside him. To save his life, he quickly unleashed his ultimate move.
"DEATH MESSENGER—!!"
A body holding its head in its hand suddenly appeared. The head was still chanting something, and strange symbols surrounded him, delving into his nerves until they enveloped his heart.
A moment later, Aldebaran, with zero magic resistance, could no longer hold on. His eyes bled, and he knelt blankly on the ground. His heart had stopped beating.
However, when the Specter approached him, the will to protect his comrade made him stand up again!
This directly scared the Specter beside him.
"How is this possible! This guy's heart has clearly stopped beating."
Aldebaran, whose heart had stopped beating, now erupted with his Cosmos.
"This is his last, TITAN'S NOVA—!!"
As the smoke cleared, the Specter had long since turned to dust, but Aldebaran still stood firm, protecting Tenma behind him, even though he was now dead… ]
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