Infinite Terror: Infinite Reversal

Chapter 594 Counterattack and Counterattack

In this level of combat, the shift between offense and defense is very obvious... To reverse the turn of the battle, random attacks won't solve the problem; it requires individual skill and imagination.

Leaving aside the issue of cognitive interference, this is why gladiatorial combat between the Allied Powers and the United States is far more entertaining than typical commercial gladiatorial events. It avoids the chaotic, uncontrolled punches of low-level gladiatorial combat, and also avoids the overly rigid back-and-forth of mid-level gladiatorial combat.

In this level of combat, each mechanical dragon will think about when its turn will end during its attacking round, how to deal with a counterattack, and how to continue its attacking round... Combined with their superb maneuvering skills, it will be extremely exciting to watch.

Not to mention that even the alien Japanese commanders love to watch it.

Divana, on the defensive, fought and retreated, drawing loud cheers from the United States audience. After all, Achilles had demonstrated his strengths, regaining the offensive initiative in the match. However, anyone with a little knowledge could see that failing to disrupt the opponent's rhythm during the offensive phase indicated a problem with this attack.

Logan had probably figured out Achilles's strategy, and thus his defense was impenetrable. He also dared not reveal his true intentions or feints too obviously, incorporating many impromptu probes and even counterattacks into his movements. While he himself was thinking one thing, to onlookers, Logan appeared to be on the defensive, his strategic space constantly being compressed.

“There’s something wrong with this kid,” Alexander suddenly said.

Cheng Xiao casually remarked, "Did Achilles take performance-enhancing drugs?"

Once Alexander got to know them well, he stopped putting on airs like a senior, while Cheng Xiao was always outgoing and friendly, no matter where they were. This made the two quite familiar with each other. Zheng Zha once joked that Cheng Xiao's natural friendliness when he first joined was genuine and perfectly matched the style of the Central Continent Team. Even without a mission, Cheng Xiao would probably come over and strike up a friendly conversation with the veterans if he saw a team like this.

Cheng Xiao replied: I was just kidding. Even if you guys aren't friendly, I'll still be very outgoing...

Hearing Cheng Xiao say this, Alexander shook his head and revealed a malicious smile: "I mean, Luo Gandao... his defense and retreat were definitely not so hesitant."

Upon hearing this, Alexei nodded. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Let's see what effect his idea has."

On the field, Logandao gradually approached his predetermined position. He suddenly dodged Hercules' punch, then grabbed Hercules' shoulder with his left hand while swinging his steel shield with his right arm, slashing down towards Hercules. Whether in hand-to-hand combat or mecha duels, the benefit of dodging an attack is always high, because the opponent is still in the previous attack stance, while the person who successfully dodges is freed from their physical limitations.

This is even more evident in mecha battles... No matter how powerful a mechanical dragon is, it is still subject to the inertia brought about by the size of the mecha. Unless it is a monster like Mu Xiang, who is beyond the scope of humanity, it is possible to forcibly propel the mecha with its own strength, but this is not something that other mechanical dragons, including Zheng Zha, need to consider.

Achilles understood this principle, of course, and he was mentally prepared for Logandao to dodge... He didn't even need a systematic analysis; he could have a general plan. After all, Logandao had already demonstrated such precise and even exquisite dodging abilities, and he could easily be caught off guard by Logandao.

This is also why Achilles was wary of some of Logandao's moves during his attack... He wasn't stupid; from his perspective, against such an opponent, no matter how strong his melee abilities were, he couldn't guarantee he wouldn't be evaded or counterattacked even once. And considering the current casualty ratio, he shouldn't take such a risk. The melee combat had only just begun; it wasn't time for that yet.

Therefore, the instant Logan dodged, Achilles immediately changed his stance... Divana's current armed configuration is one fist and one shield. Using her left hand, which no longer has a steel shield, to grab Hercules, and then using the steel shield on her right arm to slash, is clearly the most efficient solution.

So... just dodge this grab.

The side thrusters activated, and Hercules shifted in the opposite direction. At the same time, a metallic clanging sound came from the mech's right arm—it was a fist that had been ejected from the wrist.

Achilles dislikes launching his fists directly, and there has been considerable debate about whether launching fists aligns with the requirements of melee combat. For him, a more surprising move in melee combat is launching his fist. Whether the strike hits or not, the mechanism that pulls the fist back will naturally do so, having little impact on the subsequent fighting.

Seeing that Divana's counterattack had failed and she was about to be attacked again, Logandao neither dodged nor avoided. His outstretched left hand suddenly transformed, and his five steel fingers shifted, turning his huge hand into a giant claw.

“You’ve ended up in a more suitable position…” Roger said to himself, pulling one of the triggers on the left.

Hercules's swift, explosive punch landed with a deafening roar, slamming into Devanagari's steel claws. It was clear that Devanagari's claws weren't designed to withstand such force; after the punch, Devanagari's body swayed backward. After controlling the machine to absorb the impact, Logandao also tilted the left side of the fuselage backward.

Just as Achilles was about to press his advantage, a loud buzzing sound came from behind him... By the time he realized the problem, the mech's piloting system had already sounded a piercing alarm!

After a series of teeth-grinding explosions, a gash appeared on the side of Hercules' left leg. Had it not been for the defensive components that activated and deflected the incoming attack, Hercules' left leg would likely have been severed.

A steel shield, reflecting the blinding sunlight, flew up from the lower right corner of Logan's field of vision. Guided by the program, this shield, which had been flung out earlier, returned in an unexpected way. Even with interference from the defensive components of Hercules' left leg, its target remained clear: Hercules' extended right arm.

At this moment, Logandao was forcibly restraining Hercules' right arm with his steel claws. Unless Achilles cut off his own arm or forcibly pulled Logandao's mech over, he would inevitably suffer severe damage.

This isn't just about losing a fist... it's about having your right arm completely severed!
Achilles' answer was to pull Logando away, and Logando's response was... to step back with his right foot, allowing Divana's body to turn around and avoid being affected by his steel shield!
With a clang of metal on metal, Hercules' right arm was severed, leaving only a fist and half of a metal rod used for launching and pulling in Devanagari's steel claws. Devanagari, who had previously retreated halfway, used her right leg to propel herself forward, her jets slamming the steel shield on her right arm into Hercules's body!

(End of this chapter)