Marvel: The other side of the double-passing door is Devouring the Stars

Chapter 265 Attempting to Create New Attack Methods on the Spot!
Thor laughed heartily, "Then let's continue! Let's see who the true master of lightning is!"

Having said that, he once again mobilized the Ninefold Lightning Domain, preparing to launch a new round of attacks. Mo'er was not to be outdone; his "Thunder Barrier" once more activated at full power, the patterns on his twin hammers gleaming with a dangerous light.

The atmosphere in the stands had reached its peak; everyone held their breath, awaiting the final result of this epic showdown.

Thor unleashed his full ninefold lightning domain, with nine layers of lightning of different colors swirling around him, forming a magnificent and powerful energy vortex. At the same time, all nine gems on the "Thunder Cutter" lit up, radiating dazzling light.

"Ninefold Lightning Domain - All Thunderbolts Converge!"

Thor raised the "Thunder Cutter" high, and nine-colored lightning gathered on the blade, forming a massive ball of lightning energy. With a single slash, the energy ball erupted with countless bolts of lightning, sweeping towards Mor from all directions.

Knowing that his "Thunder Barrier" could not completely withstand this level of attack, Moore immediately activated his strongest defense and counterattack techniques.

"Thunderous Twin Hammers - Reversing Heaven and Earth!"

His twin hammers suddenly turned pure white, and the patterns on their surfaces also turned white, radiating energy fluctuations similar to the ninth level of Thor's white lightning. This was the most advanced imitation technology of the Qianwu Universe Kingdom, capable of replicating an opponent's energy attributes for a short period of time.

With his twin hammers crossed in front of his chest, forming a vortex of lightning energy, he began to resist Thor's attack. At the same time, a portion of the imitated white lightning also erupted from Mor's body, forming a counterattack wave that rushed straight towards Thor.

The two powerful energies collided, unleashing a tremendous shockwave. The entire arena was enveloped in a dazzling light, and the audience even had to close their eyes to avoid being injured by the intense glare.

When the light faded, everyone was surprised to find that Thor and Mor were still standing on the ring, but neither of them were in good condition.

Thor's battle suit was tattered, revealing his lightning-scorched skin. Several gems on his "Thunder Cutter" were dull, clearly indicating that its energy had been depleted. Only three or four layers of his Ninefold Lightning Domain were still operational; the rest could no longer be maintained.

Mohr was in no better shape. His armor was shattered, his metallic skin was riddled with cracks, and in some places, the flesh beneath was exposed. His "Thunder Barrier" was completely gone, and the patterns on his twin hammers had become dull and lifeless, losing their former luster.

The two were hundreds of meters apart, panting heavily, but their eyes still burned with the flames of battle.

“You are very strong,” Moore said breathlessly, his voice filled with genuine respect. “The Ninefold Lightning Domain truly lives up to its name. Especially the last three layers, which have transcended the scope of ordinary lightning, possessing spatial, devouring, and disruptive properties.”

Thor grinned, his eyes gleaming with fighting spirit: "You're not bad either. That 'Reversal of Heaven and Earth' technique is impressive; it actually mimicked my white lightning. If I hadn't been prepared, I probably would have suffered a terrible counterattack."

Moore nodded slightly: "It was a wonderful match. Regardless of the outcome, I am honored."

Thor laughed heartily: "Well said! Then, let's settle this with a duel!"

Just as the two were preparing to launch their final attack, the referee's voice suddenly rang out: "Time's up! According to the competition rules, when the match exceeds the allotted time and both players are evenly matched, a technical score will be awarded!"

Everyone then realized that the match had lasted for nearly two hours, far exceeding the time limit of a normal match.

The judges continued, "Based on the judges' technical evaluation, Thor of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire scores 9.8 points, and Mor of the Qianwu Universe Kingdom scores 9.7 points! Therefore, the winner of this match is—Thor of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire!"

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the stands. The match was far more exciting than anyone had expected; the clash between two powerhouses of the lightning element left a deep impression.

Thor grinned when the referee announced his victory, but didn't celebrate excessively. He knew this win was hard-won, and the margin of victory was extremely small. If the game had continued, the outcome might have been different.

He approached Moore and extended his hand: "A wonderful match, Moore. I admire your skill."

Morse grasped Thor's hand, a rare smile spreading across his face: "Thor, too. Your Ninefold Lightning Domain is truly breathtaking. If given the chance, I hope to spar with you again."

Thor nodded: "You're welcome anytime. Next time, let's find a more open space, no need to worry about the rules, just fight to your heart's content!"

Moore smiled. "It's a deal."

Both fighters were exhausted and left the ring with the help of medical personnel. Although the match was over, the audience's discussion and admiration continued. This spectacular display of lightning would be a topic of conversation for a long time to come.

Back in his suite, Thor immediately collapsed onto the sofa, letting out a satisfied sigh: "Ugh, that game was exhausting! That Mor was way stronger than I expected!"

Luo Feng handed him an energy drink: "You did an excellent job. Especially that last 'Ten Thousand Thunderbolts Converging' move, it was incredibly powerful."

Thor finished his drink in one gulp and let out a satisfied burp: "Of course! But to be honest, if it weren't for the time running out, the outcome would have been hard to predict. Moore's 'Reversal of Fortune' technique was amazing; he could even mimic my white lightning."

Hong calmly commented, "The two of you are indeed evenly matched. However, your Ninefold Lightning Domain has a slight edge in versatility and adaptability, which may be the key to your ultimate victory."

Rowan looked at Thor with admiration: "Thor, your Ninefold Lightning Domain is amazing! Especially that white lightning, it can actually tear space apart, it's truly incredible!"

Thor smiled smugly, then suddenly remembered something and looked at Rowan: "By the way, kid, you did pretty well yesterday too. That 'Starfall Collapse' was really creative. How about a friendly match?"

Rowan was taken aback, not expecting Thor to make such a request: "Huh? Now? But you just finished a tough match, you should rest."

Thor waved his hand: "It's alright, just a friendly spar, nothing more. Besides, I'm really interested in your Starburst Blade. I want to see how it compares to my 'Thunder Severer.'"

Luo Feng agreed, saying, "That's a good idea. Sparring allows us to better understand each other's fighting styles, which will be helpful for future matches."

Hong pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Okay, but control the intensity, stop when you've reached your limit. After all, you two have both participated in intense matches, you shouldn't expend too much energy."

Seeing that all three agreed, Rowan couldn't refuse any longer: "Alright then, I'm willing to accept Thor's guidance." The suite had a spacious training room, specifically designed for the contestants to train and spar. The four entered the training room; Thor and Rowan stood in the center of the area, while Hong and Luo Feng stood to the side watching.

Thor stretched his limbs and summoned the "Thunder Cutter," but didn't activate the gem on it: "How about we use the most basic moves, without using domains or laws, just a pure exchange of martial arts techniques?"

Rowan nodded and summoned the Starburst Sky-Splitter Blade: "Yes, Thor."

The Starburst Blade shimmered with starlight in Rowan's hand, but its special abilities remained unactivated. This weapon, composed purely of mental energy, emitted a chilling energy fluctuation even in its inactive state.

"Begin!" Hong, acting as the referee, announced the official start of the sparring match.

Thor struck first, his "Thunder Cutter" tracing a graceful arc as it aimed straight for Rowan's throat. The strike appeared simple, but it was incredibly fast and executed with a tricky angle, demonstrating a high level of swordsmanship.

Rowan reacted quickly, his Starburst Sky-Splitting Blade deflecting the attack diagonally. The two weapons clashed, producing a crisp metallic clang.

"Excellent!" Thor exclaimed, followed by a series of rapid attacks. His swordsmanship was ever-changing, sometimes like a raging storm, sometimes like a gentle drizzle, giving people a sense of unpredictability.

Rowan was completely focused, his Starburst Blade deftly shifting angles in his hands to parry and dodge Thor's attacks. Although it was somewhat strenuous, he successfully defended against them.

"Kid, your fundamentals are pretty solid!" Thor commented while attacking, "But you're too defensive! Offense is the best defense, understand?"

After saying that, he suddenly changed his move, unleashing "Thunder Severer" that forced Rowan to retreat a few steps to create distance.

Rowan took a deep breath and nodded: "Understood, Thor. Then, please enlighten me!"

Having said that, he launched his attack, his Starburst Blade tracing a graceful arc as it aimed directly at Thor's right shoulder. This strike, though simple, contained exquisite technique, a fundamental move of the Starburst Blade's unique "Starlight Flow" sword technique.

Thor easily blocked the attack, but a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes: "Not bad, you've improved! However, your attack trajectory is too predictable and easy to anticipate. Try this!"

After saying that, Thor's "Thunder Cutter" suddenly changed direction, slashing towards Rowan's left side from an unbelievable angle. This irregular attack trajectory was the culmination of Thor's many years of combat experience, often catching his opponents off guard.

Rowan narrowed his eyes, rapidly mobilizing his mental energy, and his Starburst Sky-Splitting Blade met the attack with an equally irregular trajectory. The two weapons clashed in mid-air, sparks flying.

"Oh?" Thor raised an eyebrow in surprise. "Not bad, kid! Looks like your skill in telekinesis is quite high."

Rowan smiled modestly: "Compared to Thor, I'm still far from being good enough."

Thor grinned. "Humility is a good thing, but excessive humility is hypocrisy. Be confident, kid! You have the guts."

After saying that, he launched another attack, this time with an even more cunning move. "Thunder Severer" drew an arc in the air, suddenly changed direction halfway through, and stabbed towards Rowan's chest from an unbelievable angle.

Rowan dared not be careless, focusing intently on dealing with each of Thor's attacks. The Starburst Blade in his hands was as agile as a living thing, sometimes blocking, sometimes dodging, sometimes counterattacking, displaying extremely high skill.

Hong and Luo Feng, who were watching the battle from the sidelines, were also discussing in hushed tones.

"Luo Wen has made great progress," Luo Feng commented, "especially in his control of telekinesis, where he has reached a considerably high level."

Hong nodded: "Yes, his control over the Starburst Blade is becoming increasingly proficient. However, in terms of combat intuition and experience, he still falls short of Thor."

Indeed, despite Rowan's superb skills, he was always on the defensive against Thor. Thor's attacks were unpredictable and often came from unexpected angles, making them impossible to defend against.

“Kid, you rely too much on pre-set moves,” Thor instructed while attacking. “In real combat, there are no fixed patterns; everything is about improvisation. You need to learn how to improvise and adjust your tactics according to the situation on the battlefield.”

Rowan listened attentively to Thor's advice and worked hard to adjust his fighting style. Gradually, his movements became more natural and fluid. He no longer adhered to fixed moves and began to try to create new attack methods on the spot.

“Good! That’s it!” Thor nodded approvingly. “Fighting is dynamic, techniques are static. A true master isn’t someone who memorizes countless moves, but someone who can create the most suitable attack method in any situation.”

The sparring between the two grew increasingly intense, the sounds of clashing weapons echoing throughout the training room. Although Rowan was not as skilled as Thor, his learning ability was exceptional. He gradually grasped the key points of Thor's teachings and began to be able to hold his own against him.

“Let’s get serious,” Thor suddenly suggested, his eyes gleaming with excitement. “Use a little bit of the laws and domains, but keep it to a minimum, how about that?”

Rowan glanced at Hong, and seeing him nod slightly, he replied, "Okay, Thor."

Thor's ninefold lightning domain quietly unfolded, but only the first layer, a pale blue, was activated. At the same time, the first gem on the "Thunder Severer" lit up, and faint lightning crackled around the blade.

Rowan was not to be outdone. He activated the Law of Fire, and tiny flames coiled around the Starburst Blade. At the same time, his mental power quietly unfolded, forming an invisible force field.

"Come on!" Thor shouted, and "Thunder Cutter" slashed at Rowan with the power of lightning.

Instead of retreating, Rowan advanced, his Starburst Sky-Splitter Blade colliding head-on with the "Thunder Severer." The two different energies erupted at the point of impact, forming a small energy storm.

"Excellent! Courageous!" Thor exclaimed, followed by a series of rapid attacks, each strike imbued with the power of lightning, greatly amplifying their effectiveness.

(End of this chapter)