Elemental Card King.

Chapter 201 Rising to Fame, Monster Room Overlord

Wow!
With a loud splash, Su Chen emerged from the water like a dragon rising from the abyss, suddenly breaking through the surface and reappearing in everyone's sight with a sharp and domineering aura.

A thin layer of cold air surrounded him, and beneath the spiritual radiance emanating from his figure was a phantom of an ice dragon formed from pure spiritual energy. On the left, a right dragon claw that had grown out could be seen grasping half of the enormous snake's body.

Even after losing its head, the remaining half of the snake's body continued to tremble.

Anyone with discerning eyes could tell from the number of scales on the giant sea serpent that it was Captain Imon's contracted summon.

Generally speaking, spell-based card players rarely summon creatures in the early to mid-game.

This doesn't fit the deck.

Unlike Imon, this is his exclusive pet bound by the soul technique 'Soul Contract'. They maintain a master-servant relationship and can share vision, life, and even unconditionally acquire talents and skills from each other.

The monster's increased strength can also be fed back to its master.

This 'Soul Contract' secret technique ranks highly on various secret technique lists, and is much stronger than a similar secret technique in the Spirit Inheritance. After all, it's like getting a free summon card and gaining all sorts of extraordinary effects from it.

The abyssal serpent has the potential to grow into a water-based giant serpent, the mythical creature 'Leviathan'.

No matter how you look at it, Captain Imon's resources are top-tier.

just
This number one player from Florence was ultimately no match for Su Chen.

There was silence.

A deathly silence pervaded the area.

The host team, Fiorentina, suffered a horrific massacre at their home stadium.

Despite being in a watery arena, they were utterly wiped out, leaving not a single survivor.

This disastrous situation occurred despite the opposing team being missing three players, leaving only two to fight.

"Xuanhuang team won this match."

When the referee announced the official end of the match, it was a stark reality that they had truly suffered a crushing defeat.

"What the hell is this?"

The locals at the scene were stunned, completely unexpected that the young Fiorentina team would actually make such a big joke.

Some hot-tempered guys even started yelling and cursing, asking probing questions like, "Damn it, give me my money back!"

Some people were so angry that they left the venue.

A large number of people also fulfilled their hospitality by applauding and cheering for the Xuanhuang team, especially for Su Chen's perfect performance.

Even ordinary people could clearly see with the naked eye that the strength of the number one player in the Xuanhuang team was extraordinary, far ahead of everyone else.

"Impressive! Turning someone else's home turf into a library isn't impressive; what's truly impressive is winning over the people of the main body and earning their applause." Cao Zheng, who was in the arena, couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

With the match time extended to 2 minutes, the replicants received their second entry support.

This undoubtedly broke the record of never having played before.

Disappointingly, before they could even make a move or showcase their skills, Fiorentina were eliminated from the competition.

"Is this still the group of death? Damn it, it's not like the Xuanhuang team is smurfing." A player who came specifically to watch grumbled.

Meanwhile, some players made a more rational assessment: "This Su Chen is really strong. I didn't expect that the advantage of the water area would be completely given to the opponent. The Florence five should not try to surround and attack. If they allocate their forces honestly, they can at least take down at least three of the opponents."

"Besides."

"Their command must have made a mistake; they gave the enemy the opportunity to defeat them one by one during underwater operations."

From beginning to end, the siege never achieved its intended effect.

The situation is often complex, unlike Go, where four black stones can surround and kill white stones in four directions.

but
In hindsight, it seems that both the players and the Florence coaching staff completely underestimated Su Chen's affinity for and control over water-based abilities.

"The Elemental Master is the strongest elemental talent, and should have an exaggerated affinity for all elements."

Some of the teachers in charge of the team have also reviewed this point.

"in addition."

"He clearly also cultivates the Primordial Elemental Technique, and his proficiency in it is quite high. The 'Elemental Control' characteristic granted by it allows him to control all elemental powers at will, except when releasing contract cards."

"At the same time, the elemental magic also further enhanced his affinity."

"The Elemental Dragon Spirit Card is indeed very powerful. At least when Su Chen wields it, it greatly enhances his mental control and water control."

"at last."

"His magical puppet is too powerful. With the combination of a top-tier summoner and a top-tier elemental mage, and the assistance of a judge girl, the Florentia group of five had no way to deal with it."

After considering all these factors, some of the contestants in the audience still felt that it was somewhat outrageous.

The principle is the same!
However, achieving this is extremely difficult, almost impossible.

No matter how you look at it, Su Chen is ultimately an incomprehensible, otherworldly monster.

"With him around, Xuanhuang Kingdom's chances of winning the championship this year should be pretty good." This isn't just random speculation or a jinx.

As a veritable monster zone, the first round of the Pangu Continent qualifiers is far more difficult than in other regions. Anyone who can show outstanding performance in the first round is basically guaranteed a spot in this competition and will at least make it to the later stages.

After five days of competition, Su Chen's Xuanhuang team has fought three tough battles and has shown considerable potential to win the championship.

in contrast
Other strong teams in favorable groups, due to the strength of their opponents, clearly did not play as well as the Xuanhuang team, which diminished the prestige of their matches.

"Keep a close eye on this Xuanhuang team and have someone conduct a detailed intelligence analysis."

After defeating the host team at home, any coaching staff from other strong teams with a modicum of ambition will inevitably intensify their research on this Xuanhuang team.

"Good job, boy."

When the Xuanhuang team returned to the preparation room, the entire coaching team cheered with joy.

"Su Chen, you're fucking amazing."

Teacher Wu Zhongming was so excited that he ran and jumped to Su Chen and gave him a big hug.

For some teachers, the prospects of this match are undoubtedly pessimistic, because apart from Su Chen having a certain environmental advantage, everyone else is at a disadvantage in the water area.

But did not expect
The elemental dominator's advantage is so exaggerated that, in a watery environment, the enemies who couldn't band together ended up being targeted and killed.

"We can start studying our next opponent in advance!" Wu Zhongming cheered.

This act of opening the champagne ahead of time did not draw any criticism.

Vice President Yao Yi even immediately sent people to the airport after the match to prepare to go to the Dihai Kingdom on the Saint-Syrian continent to obtain information on the important players there.

of course
The continent of Saint Asia has only one superpower, surrounded by a host of smaller nations whose national strength is far inferior to that of the major powers on the Pangu Continent. The only nation worthy of its attention is the Divine Eagle Kingdom.

"The second round of qualifiers will be relatively easy." "Even if the group draw is terrible, there will always be some easy opponents if the teams are grouped according to their strength."

Yao Yi smiled.

"Great!"

Cao Zheng cheered excitedly.

His gaze immediately fixed on Qi Hanhai, which made the other man chuckle.

"Why are you looking at me? Do you want to switch my starting position?" He was well aware that the other party was eyeing his position, because there was an opportunity to switch the starting substitute every round.

The other party's malicious look speaks for itself; they clearly coveted his starting position.

At this moment, Deputy Team Leader Lin said sternly, "Cao Zheng, you only recently signed a contract with the Eight Cards. You should catch up on your training first. Also, your meditation practice time is one round less than others. It would be better if you ate less and watched fewer short videos."

When Cao was called out, he could only scratch his head and laugh awkwardly. After his crushing defeat to Su Chen in the national competition, he vowed to turn over a new leaf and get rid of his carefree attitude.

At first, at King Wu's residence, there really was a different person.

But enthusiasm eventually fades, and perhaps it's just his nature, but when he arrived in Florence and was training and competing, this guy was the most carefree and relaxed person on the team.

This isn't how you be a substitute.

In fact.

Tang Nianwei could better understand her childhood friend's thoughts. She knew him very well, and considering the timeline, Su Chen's exceptional performance in the qualifiers had somewhat dampened his spirits.

This seemingly nonchalant copyist's enthusiasm had long since dimmed in comparison to Su Chen.

Once some people realize that they can't catch up with those who came before them no matter how hard they try, they slow down and eventually fail to reach the heights they should have reached. Cao Zheng, who is naturally lazy, is clearly one of these people.

What revenge.

What about regaining face and dignity?

Ultimately, it couldn't withstand the brutal and merciless reality.

to this end.

Tang Nianwei decided to help him out; she couldn't just stand by and watch him continue to sink deeper into depravity.

“Teacher, I think we should give Cao Zheng a strict training standard, confiscate his phone, and make him complete the goal within a specified time.”

Tang Nianwei immediately reported this to Deputy Team Leader Lin.

Before Cao Zheng could even look at her with a murderous, resentful gaze.

The dark-skinned hottie smiled and continued, "Otherwise, he would have to continue to be indifferent and live a carefree life under Captain Su's crackdown, since the whole team wouldn't let him stand out anyway."

Upon hearing this, Cao Zheng's face immediately turned red.

“Ouch.”

Many of his teammates' expressions immediately became incredibly interesting.

Even the teachers, who were just excited, couldn't help but smile knowingly after hearing this gossip.

Even Xiao Ling couldn't help but prick up her pretty ears, her bright eyes darting around, because the little one had overheard something about Su Chen.

"No way!!"

Cao Zheng panicked. The stares from those around him made him sit up straight, and he kept glancing to his left. He firmly replied, "You woman are ruining my reputation. Do you think I'm afraid of Su Chen?"

However, towards the end, he seemed to lose some of his strength, giving the impression that he was somewhat guilty.

"Failed to save face." Pei Xingwei crossed his arms and shook his head.

"Straighten your back first," Qi Hanhai added abruptly.

"Hahaha~"

The teammates and many teachers around him laughed, and the atmosphere in the entire preparation room became cheerful.

Now, Cao Zheng was in a terrible predicament, and he became completely slumped over, almost collapsing to the ground.

He retorted in a defiant manner, "Yes, I'm scared, Captain Su, okay? I'm ashamed of myself, I can't accept this, are you satisfied now?"

At this moment, he truly gave up on himself.

This self-deprecating statement made Su Chen, the person involved, feel somewhat embarrassed.

And at this time.

The laughter grew even louder.

Even Xiao Ling, caught up in the joyful atmosphere, took its owner's hand and began to sway it gently. It hadn't understood what everyone was saying before, but the little guy vaguely understood one thing: everyone seemed to be praising their owner.

of course.

This kind of sarcasm needs to be carefully measured.

If this continues, it will become a merciless and unrestrained mockery.

In particular, Deputy Team Leader Lin's sharp and strict gaze swept over everyone, making them dare not continue to laugh recklessly.

After laughing for a while, Pei Xingwei immediately told his teacher, "Teacher, I also feel that I still have a lot of room for improvement. It's only the beginning of May, and there are still at least three months until the final competition. I can definitely improve further."

"so."

"I'll be included in the rigorous training schedule that Cao Zheng was given."

you.
Cao Zheng, who had been ridiculed and felt ashamed, looked at the burly man with some surprise.

“Count me in. To be honest, I often get distracted when I'm practicing in my personal meditation room. I tend to relax when I switch between meditation sessions. I think the effect would be much better if I could train with everyone.” Qi Hanhai also raised his hand in agreement.

"And I!"

Qi Jinglong and Gao Jun, the copyist, also raised their hands.

“At least we substitutes don’t want to drag Su down. We have a great chance this year, and we absolutely can’t miss it,” Gao Jun said with a serious expression.

Tang Nianwei smiled dismissively: "I don't need to. I'm very disciplined. But as for the training arrangements, I can be your free sparring partner. Don't worry, I'll be 100% serious. Just don't blame me for not going easy on you."

Seeing everyone's high spirits and expressions of determination, Su Chen, as the team leader, naturally had to say something as well.

A resolute light shone in his deep eyes, and a confident, warm smile played on his lips. He said, "As long as you don't blame me for being rude, I can train with you in addition to my meditation and cultivation. At least in terms of teamwork, we do have considerable room for improvement."

In this regard.

As the last person, Xia He looked at Su Chen with her clear, watery eyes and silently said, "I agree with him."

(End of this chapter)