Saigoji Youmu stood unfazed, his expression indifferent as the Third Raikage's formidable defense crumbled before him. The Raikage's earlier movements had been so swift that even Saigoji Youmu had barely registered them.
"Third Raikage, your speed and defense are indeed impressive." Saigoji Youmu remarked calmly. "But did you truly believe no one could surpass your speed or breach your defense?"
In close-quarters combat, the Third Raikage had proven more challenging than Hanzo had been. Had Saigoji Youmu faced both Onoki and the Third Raikage simultaneously in his earlier days, victory would have been uncertain. However, his current strength far exceeded that past self.
With a forceful stomp, the Third Raikage propelled himself away from Saigoji Youmu, black lightning crackling around him as he activated his Lightning Release Chakra Mode to its peak. His right thumb bent inward, aligning with his fingers, concentrating chakra at his fingertips.
"Is he preparing his ultimate technique?" Onoki mused from mid-air, recognizing the stance. The Third Raikage's "Hell Assault Four-Fingered Spear" was legendary, capable of devastating power and speed.
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Despite his age, Onoki couldn't afford to underestimate the situation. He had witnessed the Third Raikage's earlier injury and understood the gravity of the moment. Holding back now would be perilous.
"Since that's the case, I too shall not hold back." Onoki's gaze sharpened, resolve hardening. "I can't afford to be careless any longer."
The Third Raikage surged forward, propelled by his enhanced speed, closing the distance to Saigoji Youmu in the blink of an eye. He thrust his spear-like fingers toward Saigoji Youmu's chest with unrelenting force.
"Heh." Saigoji Youmu chuckled softly. While the Third Raikage's attack was formidable, it was far from insurmountable.
In an effortless motion, Saigoji Youmu raised his palm, intercepting the spear just inches from his chest. The attack halted, unable to penetrate his defense.
"How can it be."
Onoki and Third Raikage exclaimed at the same time. Their eyes widened to the extreme. Among them, full of shock and unbelievable. Because of their concentration, their hearts trembled. Blocks Third Raikage's strongest move, Hell Strike - All Four. Not the surprisingly hard ice shield before, but Saigoji Youmu's palm. It was obviously just a soft, fragile hand. But horizontally there, it seems to be a big mountain. Even Third Raikage's "Strongest Spear" Hell Assault-Four finger spear can't shake it at all. This is the defensive ability of Lucia-Crimson Abyss.
In the arctic undercurrent plot of the War Double: Pamish game, Rosetta, the leader of the forest guards, rescues the gray crows of the protagonist team. Once from the surface, she threw her spear into outer space. Moreover, many missiles were destroyed along the way. Its destructive power can be seen in a Madara. However, when Rosetta launched such an attack on Lucia-Crimson Abyss. Lucia-Crimson Abyss is like Saigoji Youmu, who blocked it with only one hand. As a result, only the palm was burned a little. Saigoji Youmu, who drew Hongying and possessed part of the strength of Lucia-Crimson Abyss. Although it can't be done to her level. However, Third Raikage's attack is also not comparable to Rosetta.
"Is it hard to believe?"
The reactions of Third Raikage and Onoki were exactly as expected by Saigoji Youmu.
Swish. Saigoji Youmu raised Hongying, and slashed at Third Raikage's body.
Pooh. The body of Third Raikage froze suddenly, and then fell limply to the ground. Even though he was seriously injured, Third Raikage still looked sluggish, without any change in his face. Obviously his psychological defense has been defeated by Saigoji Youmu's behavior just now.
"Ah."
Saigoji Youmu glanced at Third Raikage who fell to the ground. Then he raised his head and focused his attention on Onoki who was in mid-air.