The world of the gods is a realm where, according to legend, very few men have ever set foot. Perhaps we are witnessing a human entering the immortal world, or perhaps he will be stopped by the forces of the underworld.
Continuing with the story, our friends stand sweating before the presence of SUPAY, who speaks to them in his monstrous form.
SUPAY: (angry) Foolish humans, I don't know where I am, but after I destroy you, I will deal with the other idiot who thinks he can manipulate me.
SUPAY looks around and senses that something has changed—that he is not in his own world. Out of nowhere, he launches a blast of black power from his hands, smashing into the walls of the chamber. The attack triggers a massive explosion, shifting every object in the room and causing our friends to stagger, yet SUPAY remains unsatisfied.
SUPAY: (in his mind) Damn it, my powers are diminished. That explosion should have obliterated a planet, yet it barely did anything. What did that cursed god do to me?
After this, SUPAY looks at everyone and notices that the woman dressed in garments almost identical to his own is also a deity.
SUPAY: Woman, you possess a divine aura. Who are you?
QUETZALCOATL, visibly nervous, answers his question.
QUETZALCOATL: (sweating) My name is Quetzalcoatl, I am a god.
SUPAY stands surprised upon hearing this, as he had never known a god with her characteristics.
SUPAY: What? You, a god?… (in his mind) It seems this entity hasn't realized that her powers are diminished as well. The bat god's effect has ended, yet I see her powers aren't at full strength. Could it be the fault of that god who brought me here? Um, then (grows serious), you are the most problematic one here.
Everyone snaps to high alert at SUPAY's terrifying tone. Out of nowhere, a shadow emerges from SUPAY's back, and in the blink of an eye, a being resembling SUPAY appears, only larger. It strikes QUETZALCOATL with devastating force, sending her flying across the chamber to crash against the far wall. Everyone watches in shock as the creature comes into full view: it was identical to SUPAY, but with deep red skin, a much larger, muscular build, tight-fitting clothes accentuating its burly body, and chained shackles on each wrist. Seeing this, everyone recoils, staring at the original SUPAY who smugly addresses the room.
SUPAY: Hahaha, allow me to properly introduce myself. I am Supay—the primary one, representing Pride. The Sins chose me, and that one down there is "Supay of Wrath." He is far stronger, but he doesn't think much. It is time to fight.
"SUPAY of Pride" leaps and charges at high speed toward ELENA, while "SUPAY of Wrath" heads toward QUETZALCOATL, who is picking herself up wounded. Before "SUPAY of Pride" can strike, he is intercepted by ISAMU, who points his sword straight at SUPAY's face. Offended by the gesture, another entity manifests from SUPAY's back and kicks ISAMU, sending him crashing into the ground. Struggling to stand, Isamu looks up to see the new threat: another SUPAY, this one leaner with orange skin, drooling from its jaws as it speaks.
SUPAY (?): Hehehe, mortal, you are my meal—I mean, my opponent! I am "SUPAY of Gluttony." It's a pleasure, I will enjoy consuming you.
Quickly, seeing that the distraction has cleared, "SUPAY of Pride" attempts to attack ELENA again, but this time he is greeted by a fireball. It comes from REX, who had already transformed into the giant white wolf. "SUPAY of Pride," slightly annoyed, sends another split entity to fight him, allowing REX to swiftly jump back to clear room for the new foe. This time, another SUPAY appears on the scene with golden skin, six arms, a gold necklace, and a white vest.
SUPAY (?): (laughing) Hahahaha, look at this cute puppy! A bit too big for my taste, hahahaha! I am "SUPAY of Greed," and your fur will make an excellent addition to my collection!
No longer distracted, the "SUPAY of Pride" turns to look for ELENA, but she is nowhere to be seen; she has teleported further away. Suddenly, he is struck with great force from behind by MALEKIN, who lifts him into the air, slams him against the ceiling, and sends him crashing to the ground. Seemingly unharmed, the "SUPAY of Pride" stands up and brushes himself off; he then summons another shadow, and MALEKIN is quickly struck by a punch that knocks him down—though the blow wasn't as powerful as expected. Looking up, he sees yet another SUPAY—this one with completely white skin and three heads: the left head is asleep, the right head is whistling, and the center head looks lost.
SUPAY (?) [right head]: Um, where are we? I want to sleep, what a hassle.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Hey, you idiot, wake up! It's time to work, you damned slacker.
Standing right before us is "SUPAY of Sloth," looking a bit lazy. He clearly had no desire to fight, but out of obligation, he has to comply.
SUPAY OF SLOTH [center head]: Um, fine... whatever you say... I want to sleep after this.
Following this, "SUPAY of Pride" launches forward at high speed once more toward ELENA. Just as he reaches within inches of her, a black flying slash is fired straight at his face. "SUPAY of Pride" barely dodges in the nick of time, though a small cut opens on his cheek. Turning to locate who unleashed that strike, he sees DANTE standing with supreme confidence, issuing a silent challenge with his glare.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: (sighs) One after another, damn it... Huh? Wait a minute. You are currently far stronger than anyone else here. (Grows annoyed) To think I made a mistake... You take care of her!
As he utters those last words, another shadow detaches from the body of "SUPAY of Pride." This time it takes a rather distinct form—a feminine silhouette with striking curves, vibrant pink skin, and a face resembling SUPAY's, yet with an open mouth revealing the smiling, beautiful face of a woman inside.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Kill her quickly, "SUPAY of Lust." We have unfinished business with the owner of this place. I wanted to kill her myself since I see she uses magic and poses a threat, but I see this man is far more dangerous, so I'll leave her to you. I'll deal with this guy—he seems like a bigger problem than the rest.
SUPAY OF LUST: (smiling) Yes, darling, hehe... time to kill. (Hops away on tip-toe).
Instantly, DANTE attempts to intercept "SUPAY of Lust," closing in rapidly to strike her down with his blade, but he is blocked by "SUPAY of Pride," who catches the sword blade with his bare hand—a feat that slightly catches DANTE off guard.
DANTE HERALDI: Damn it, let me go! Elena, escape!
ELENA hears this and remains silent for a few seconds before speaking up.
ELENA: No, don't worry, Dante. It's time I show you what I'm truly capable of.
DANTE HERALDI: Elena... Fine, I trust you, my love. Don't fail me; I'll be by your side very soon.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Ha... how touching, haha.
DANTE HERALDI: You bastard, thanks for waiting. I didn't know you were so courteous.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: We are very courteous. In fact, I'll extend my courtesy so that no one interferes with anyone else, so let's get on with this.
"SUPAY of Pride" shoves DANTE to the side, raises his hands, and roars, "Dark World!" The entire chamber plunges into darkness as shadowy walls rise around each individual clash, preventing any interaction between the combatants. ELENA rapidly casts a spell, sending a small sphere of light toward each of her friends to grant them vision in this realm as it gradually turns dark, trapping everyone in isolated arenas with their respective SUPAY. In the domain where DANTE stands, MAYANTÚ manifests beside him, leaving DANTE surprised by his presence.
DANTE HERALDI: You? What are you doing here? Looks like you got trapped with me, I'm sorry.
MAYANTÚ: Ho-ho-ho, don't worry. I will stay on the sidelines and give you advice to win, though I doubt I can offer much direct help in battle.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: What are you two blabbering about? It's time to fight. In this place we can have some real fun; we can fight here without worrying about destroying the area. I know you were holding back against Camazotz—I see something dark inside you. Your potential is so vast that the Sins chose you just as they chose me, but they granted you a different power, something far stronger. I don't know how you obtained that power or if someone bestowed it upon you, but this fight will be entertaining, wahahahaha! Oh, right—this space is shared. If by some chance your friends win, they will join the other battles, and if mine win, the same will happen. It's only a matter of time.
DANTE stands alert, his blood pumping from SUPAY's declarations, when suddenly ELENA's light illuminates the space.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: That damned woman... I knew she was trouble. I'll finish up here quickly so I can go kill her.
DANTE HERALDI: Heh, do you really think I'm going to let you do that? I'm right here. I found what you said interesting—that we can let loose here. Now you'll see it: you'll see just how strong a mortal can become. It's time to fight!
DANTE leaps forward, launching multiple flying slashes that force "SUPAY of Pride" back. Swiftly, DANTE rushes "SUPAY of Pride" and strikes him with his blade, sending him flying and crashing against the wall created by "SUPAY of Pride." Slumping to the ground, he stands back up slightly wounded.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Incredible, a human with this level of strength. You must have traveled far to obtain such power. Let me look at you... umm, this is interesting: there is something stronger within you that could destroy everything, as well as a guiding shadow by your side.
DANTE HERALDI: What on earth are you talking about?
MAYANTÚ: It seems he possesses an ability similar to mine, except he can observe your powers and peer inside you. It's quite complex.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Nothing escapes the eyes of a god.
In the blink of an eye, "SUPAY of Pride" vanishes and reappears directly before DANTE. MAYANTÚ screams for him to dodge, as the monster unleashes a slash with his bare hand. DANTE leaps backward and notices a bloody gash across his chest—looking at SUPAY, his already razor-sharp nails had extended even further, utilizing his claws as blades.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: It seems that toad is going to be a nuisance as well.
The clash resumes as DANTE goes head-to-head, unleashing high-speed sword slashes. By this point, DANTE had already activated "Shadow Cloak" and "Wolf Speed," granting him immense physical strength and blinding speed, yet "SUPAY of Pride" effortlessly matched his pace. As they traded blows, every time "SUPAY of Pride" launched an attack, MAYANTÚ called it out a split-second early, allowing DANTE to dodge far quicker.
Growing irritated by the toad's interference, "SUPAY of Pride" decides to accelerate, driving his hand forward to pierce DANTE's chest. However, DANTE triggers his new power, "Wrath," and through his "Survival Instinct" skill, manages to catch SUPAY's hand with his own grip. Shocked by the counter, "SUPAY of Pride" wrenches his arm free and steps back, staring at a DANTE who now stands visibly taller and more muscular.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: Interesting... the powers of the Sins are manifesting within you. For now, it seems you can only access Wrath. It's utterly disappointing that the Sins chose you over me, but I see you can channel those powers within a single vessel, whereas I must split myself to use them—how annoying. I feel a touch of jealousy. Ah, that's right... it's because of that other entity. That's why I feel this way. I didn't want to bring her out because giving a sin like her a body is troublesome, but I see no other choice; that toad is truly getting in the way.
DANTE HERALDI: What are you rambling about now? I didn't think you were such a talker. FIGHT, you bastard!
MAYANTÚ: Dante, calm yourself! Do not let that power consume you; let it be a controlled wrath that destroys everything, not a mindless rage that destroys in madness.
DANTE HERALDI: Damn it... I let myself get carried away, sorry. But this power is hard to control—it feels like my body is burning up with an suffocating rage.
MAYANTÚ: I understand, kid, but I know you can master it. Keep your eyes up—something big is coming. My powers don't function properly against this entity.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: I didn't want to bring this being out, but her emotion eats away at me; it's better if she fights by my side. She isn't as strong, but she possesses powers that will help kill you much faster. (In his mind) What could the Lord of the Abyzz be thinking, granting powers to a mortal? Umm, I hate pulling that thing out—it gives me such a headache afterward. Oh well.
"SUPAY of Pride" thrusts his hand directly into his own head, tearing a dark, shadowy entity from the wound while spurting a torrent of blood in the process. He swiftly hurls it in front of him as his self-inflicted head wound rapidly regenerates.
SUPAY OF PRIDE: (gasping) Envy... is such a headache... wouldn't you agree? But she will be of immense help... right now.
Standing before our friends is a SUPAY smaller than the original "SUPAY of Pride," yet bearing his likeness. This new SUPAY possesses gray skin and wears an oversized tunic that completely covers her body, hanging loosely over her tiny frame. The smaller SUPAY introduces herself in a high-pitched voice.
SUPAY (?): Hello, tiny beings... though I am the tiny one who envies, ahhh! Oh right, allow me to introduce myself: I am "SUPAY of Envy," a pleasure, hehehe!
All 7 SUPAY of the Sins have been unleashed, and an arduous struggle lies ahead for our friends. What awaits them? Who could this mysterious Lord of the Abyzz be? Will DANTE prevail with this new enemy before him? We will find out soon enough.
Author's Note:
To my readers: You may notice that the word "Abyzz" is intentionally spelled with a double "Z". This is not a typo, but a distinct term within the story's lore! While a standard "abyss" refers to ordinary oceanic or void depths, "The Abyzz" represents a vastly darker, ancient, and deeper realm where the Lord of the Abyzz resides. Enjoy the saga!