Elemental Card King.

Chapter 102: Champion in Hand, Galaxy Card Back
When Xia He announced her defeat, it did not cause much of a stir.

Because at this moment.

The giant screen in the air was still playing the footage of the light and shadow clashing and colliding in slow motion.

That was a fierce clash between Acceleration Card and Phantom Card.

The back-and-forth collision of a sliver of moonlight and a beam of holy light was enough to dazzle anyone, making it impossible for any student contestant to keep up with the dynamic visual acuity under normal circumstances.

But once the video is slowed down, people realize what happened to the blank space.

Every time Xia He tried to stack more than three layers of damage, Su Chen ruthlessly interrupted her three-hit combo.

"This guy is a close-combat specialist, with the demeanor of a swordsmanship master."

While people were amazed by Su Chen's exceptional combat awareness, many felt a strange sense of absurdity lingering in their hearts.

Wait, where's the Summoner I was promised?
What's up with this guy?

What's even more absurd is that when Xia He, after suffering repeated setbacks, finally managed to stack up more than three layers of damage, her confident and fierce slash ultimately landed on a Holy Shield of Light.

This aloof young woman finally fell victim to the trap.

She managed to take the full damage from the parry.

finally.

Su Chen then executed another incredibly smooth weapon switch. With the Shadow Dagger in hand, he used stealth and invisibility to transform into a ghost, appearing behind Xia He in an instant.

That's the end of it all.

Su Chen's exceptional combat intuition is enough to make every martial arts fighter feel ashamed.

The seamless and incredibly smooth weapon switching and utilization is truly astounding.

"I think the so-called King of Weapons is nothing special. Feng Xingqin's performance was not even as good as Su Chen's."

"Indeed, what kind of weapon master is he? He's not even worth a hair on Su Chen's head."

The contrast was so striking that it sparked a lot of outrageous comments from people.

At this moment, Feng Xingqin was already shaken to his core. He, who was usually inscrutable, looked at the figure on the stage with a look of fear and unease.

His last hope was dashed, and the opponent still won the championship.

It's important to know that in the provincial competition, considering factors like group draws and deck counters, the 2nd place and the 20th place both receive the first prize.

Only the number one champion, who disregards all luck, can win the grand prize, which is awarded to only one person.

Don't underestimate Feng Xingqin just because he's only in the top 16. If Su Chen loses, he'll end up getting the same first prize as Feng Xingqin.

Besides his wish being dashed, what worried Feng Xingqin even more was that this formidable rival had gained a certain advantage over him in his familiar field and track.

Damn it
How could he still engage in close combat, and even master and utilize so many elemental magical weapons?

Not only did Feng Xingqin think this way, but most of the audience were also somewhat surprised.

"Su Chen is indeed quite well-rounded."

I thought she was just a summoner, but I didn't expect her to have such a martial arts style.

Some people even applauded on the spot, only then realizing how ingenious Su Chen's unconventional card deck was.

"Once faced with an irresistible close-range threat, Beast Spirit Cards and Weapon Cards can be placed on the Card Master at any time. This deck construction is absolutely amazing."

What's even more chilling is that this deck build is something that no one else can steal or copy.

The reason is simple: its core lies in the talent of elemental mastery and the exquisite combat intuition.

Both are indispensable.

Even if another elemental master emerges in the future, they will basically be unable to copy or follow suit.

"The approach is worth learning from."

"but."

"The current trend means that players who play summoner builds will basically not consider melee combat."

No matter how you look at it, the learning curve and hardware requirements for building this deck are ridiculously high.

boom!
boom!
At that moment, dazzling daytime fireworks began to erupt from all around the venue.

The celebration ceremony for the crowning of the number one champion was even more lively than the opening ceremony, with colorful fireworks continuously blooming in the sky.

Among these, the ten-colored elemental flames that constantly adorn the sky are undoubtedly a strong symbol of identity and a tribute to the champion, Su Chen.

"Congratulations to Su Chen, he is the first person to win the top prize in this provincial competition."

The person who went on stage to give a speech was a staff member of the organizer, while Xia He had already stepped down from the stage at the opportune moment, leaving the moment of honor to Su Chen.

As expected, Xia He was somewhat dejected as she stepped off the stage, lacking the necessary damage, after all, she had never lost since she was a child.

At this moment, there was not a single scratch on her delicate face, just like the injuries on her body, all of which had been completely healed.

Xia He still vividly remembers the moment she was helped up, a surge of holy healing light healed her, and the warmth that enveloped her seemed to still be warming her heart, so much so that the trace of sorrow in her heart was inexplicably diluted.

Congratulations, Su Chen.

Xia He silently added a congratulatory message in her heart.

"He achieved an amazing feat of winning first place in the preliminary round, semi-final, and final. In the final stage, except for the last match, no opponent could force him to move an inch."

The host praised Su Chen with great enthusiasm.

soon.

After the speeches, the most exciting part began: the awards ceremony.

Vice President Li of the Provincial Card Masters Association personally went on stage, followed by several elegant etiquette ladies.

"Congratulations, Su Chen. I've watched many of your matches and they were truly amazing. I can guarantee you that none of the champions I've personally witnessed in the past few years are as good as you," Vice President Li said sincerely.

After shaking hands, he personally pinned a medal around Su Chen's neck.

At that moment, Su Chen looked down at the medal that was shining with golden light and suddenly had a whimsical idea: why not feed it to Xiao Ling in the future?

Upon hearing the thought, the exquisitely crafted wind spirit doll immediately shook its head.

Xiao Ling, who shared the joy and excitement of winning the championship, gradually gained an understanding of the concept of 'honor'.

"Master's treasure, you can't eat it," Xiao Ling sighed inwardly.

At that moment, amidst cheers from the crowd, Su Chen picked up a large prize plaque, which was inscribed with 2000 million Alliance Coins.

This number is not small.

A truly enormous sum of money.

But this is just an appetizer.

"Next up is the only C-grade cultivation resource exclusive to the Special Prize winner. After pre-competition discussions, we skipped the selection process and directly determined it to be the 'Spiritual Source Radiant Crystal'," said Vice President Li.

This is a superior alternative to the E-grade cultivation resource, the Spirit Crystal.

It not only has the effect of quickly restoring mental energy, but also gives it the characteristic of tempering and strengthening one's own divine will during the recovery process, which obviously helps to enhance the card master's mental control.

When using telekinesis, levitation, and mental combat techniques, more refined controls can be achieved.

This is why Su Chen had already decided on the Spirit Source Crystal option before the final competition.

Then, the big reveal finally arrived.

Vice President Li didn't keep them in suspense and said directly, "Next up is the enchanting card back segment."

"certainly."

"Currently, our provincial association can only provide the Galaxy card back, which can grant enchanted cards a 30% increase to all effects."

"Come on, young man, you can choose one of your own contract cards to add starlight to it."

Hear the words.

The audience was inexplicably excited, as they were fortunate enough to witness the entire process of card back enchanting in person.

The enchanting materials consumed in this process are the core essence that is inherent to each plane. To put it simply, they are equivalent to the core magic crystal of a monster.

Over-mining can severely impact the dimensional environment and even the stability of the dimensional crystal walls.

Not to mention that it is difficult to refine, the process is complex, the consumption is huge, and it is non-renewable; every refinement is a permanent loss.

All of this makes it easy to imagine how difficult it is to obtain a card back.

"They call it custom-made, but the only thing the provincial association can really offer is the Galaxy card back," someone complained.

This comment wasn't just sour grapes; theoretically, there's not much difference in quality between card backs.

The official guidance rating only has two levels: S/A.

Each level can be further subdivided.

For example: A+/A/A-.

The Starry Sea card back is of standard A, which is better than 'second-best A'.

Regardless, this 30% bonus to all effects is already quite good, and the card back has long been a symbol of honor and laurels, carrying the color of absolute glory and victory in card culture.

The vast majority of enchantment card back resources are monopolized by the official channels. If you obtain them through other channels without corresponding achievements to back them up, you will only attract ridicule and mockery.

This is a very shameful thing, a social death.

Under the influence of this card game culture and atmosphere, even if you are the child of a financial tycoon, you have to consider whether it is worth paying such a high price and putting pressure and burden on yourself.
Not to mention that as the children of members of parliament, the actions of their family members already affect their own reputation. Without the backing of strength and honor, they would never even touch the custom card back.

Therefore, it's easy to imagine how terrible Feng Xingqin's mood must have been at that moment.

Before the competition started, many people accused the organizers of giving preferential treatment.

As a result, he has now been reduced to a clown who merely flatters others.

at the moment.

On stage, Su Chen took out his Contract Card 5, the Elemental Field Effect Card.

This is not because he favors his new favorite.

After careful consideration, Su Chen decided to give the honor to the new card, considering that he would likely get a better custom card back later.

Moreover, the Galaxy card back has a 30% bonus to all effects, making it a perfect match.

"Alright, let's start the enchanting now."

This middle-aged, overweight Vice President Li was a card master with considerable skill. He directly had a contracted space beast pull out an enchanted ball from its belly pocket.

The overall size is about the size of a basketball, and its surface and interior contain a magnificent starry brilliance, as if there are dazzling galaxies hanging upside down inside it.

"The most difficult refining work has already been completed. This is the concentrated essence. Don't underestimate its size; this enchanted ball alone is priceless. It's not available through any channel on the market." Vice President Li was also quite talkative.

With a single gesture, he completely submerged Su Chen's contract card into the enchanted sphere.

"Okay, let's wait patiently for 15 seconds."

During this waiting period, the starlight contained within the enchanted orb faded rapidly at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Fifteen seconds later, as the sphere shattered, the contract card detached itself.

With a thought, Su Chen sent the Elemental Field Card flying back into his palm. Under his gaze, he saw a glimmer of starlight emanating from the back and edges of the Contract Five card.

A dazzling, starlight-like brilliance permeates the entire card back.

Not bad.

Su Chen was very satisfied.

"Now it's Galaxy Purple," he sighed to himself.

soon.

It's time for a photo session.

At Vice President Li's signal, Su Chen raised his right hand, tightly gripping the card that shimmered with a star-like brilliance.

He was wearing a gold medal, and Vice President Li next to him helped hold up the display board for the grand prize of 2000 million. In this position, the photographers below kept pressing the shutter.

Many students in the audience at the back stood up, trying to get a backdrop-style group photo.

"If anyone ever questions where your Galaxy card back came from, just show them this photo," Vice President Li joked after the photo session.

So that's why you lift your chest and pull in your stomach when taking photos, deliberately shrinking your belly. Many people saw this.

After processing all the grand prize awards, the host signaled for the first prize winners to take the stage.

During the awards ceremony, the list of winners of the first, second, and third prizes was also displayed on the giant screen in the air.

Three groups of people began to go on stage one after another to receive their awards.

five minutes later.

All the award winners took another group photo, and Su Chen, who won the grand prize, naturally stood in the center of the first row.

To his left was Vice President Li, who was all smiles, and to his right was Xia He, who came in second place.

At this moment, Xia He, who was considered the most disappointed person, did not show any sadness.

The high-spirited Su Chen inexplicably thought of the other person, and when he turned to look back, Xia He's gaze also turned towards him.

"Congratulations," she said.

This time, Xia He finally found an opportunity to personally deliver the missing congratulatory message to that person.

Su Chen was slightly taken aback, and for a short time he couldn't find any words to retort.

Phrases like "Congratulations," "You too," and "Same to you" seem to carry a hint of inexplicable sarcasm.

Before Su Chen could finally come up with a single sentence, the photographer in front of him gave him a reminder.

"Our champion, along with some of his teammates, are all looking at the camera."

In this regard.

Seeing Su Chen turn around hastily, Xia He revealed a faint smile.

The shutter was pressed.

Her smile was perfectly preserved in the group photo from that moment on.

And so, the provincial competition, which lasted for eight days, came to a complete end.

For the vast majority of participants, their journey in actual competition has come to a complete end, while for a small group of participants aiming for the national competition, their next round of preparations is about to begin.

(End of this chapter)